Carlos Fox
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How to React to a Terminal Diagnosis
Life is full of joy, but it is also full of difficult moments and great tragedies. Learning that you are terminally ill is one of life’s more difficult moments. If it has happened to you, you’re probably feeling a flurry of confusing and difficult emotions. You may be angry, sad, numb, frightened, or physically ill. You may be feeling all of these things in rapid succession, or all at once. And you may not know what to do next.
By Carlos Fox5 years ago in Longevity
3 Majors with Promising Career Outlooks
Going to college can open up plenty of wonderful opportunities. Programs let students choose and experience a variety of majors in which a career is born. Spending time in many types of classes can help you chose the path you want to follow. Finding the right job for you can be daunting, but a place such as Excelsior College helps pave the way so you easily can discover what you love.
By Carlos Fox5 years ago in Education
The Path to Becoming a Better Writer
Writing is something that many of us have to do every day, and that virtually all of us will have to do at some point. We write text messages to friends, emails to co-workers, and of course, the dreaded high school and college essays that will help us further our educations and build our careers. Writing is powerful, and writing well is more powerful still—but it’s certainly not easy. The world is full of bad writers, so much so that experts at Harvard University have actually spent time trying to figure out why, exactly, so many of us are so bad at putting words on a page.
By Carlos Fox5 years ago in Journal
3 Steps to Building a Sound Financial Future
When you spend all day working hard to earn money, you may feel like you don’t have to time to learn all of the personal finance tricks that will help you make the most of that money. Personal finance can seem like a very complicated thing, which indeed it can be, though its principles can sometimes be deceptively simple. As frustrating as it can be though, you need to make the time to consider your personal financial situation. Like it or not, the retirement that you want demands more of you than just regular hours in the office.
By Carlos Fox5 years ago in Trader
Three Simple Lifestyle Changes that Can Keep You Feeling Young
Most of us would love to stay young forever, but short of finding the fountain of youth, it’s true that aging is inevitable. Still, there are some effective ways that you can remain in good health even into your twilight years since the senior citizen population is the fastest growing demographic in the United States. With one in five American residents being of retirement age by 2030, these practices will soon become more important than ever.
By Carlos Fox5 years ago in Longevity
Baby’s Firsts: When Should I Schedule My Infant’s Appointments?
Having a child is considered by many to be a major life milestone. Although many couples are waiting longer to have children, there were approximately 3.95 million live births in the United States during 2016. That same year, roughly 1.2 million millennial women gave birth for the first time, representing 82 percent of births during this period. But whether you’re in your mid-30s and recently discovered you’re expecting or you’re pregnant and in your early 20s, there’ll be a whole lot of firsts to contend with—including your baby’s first medical appointments.
By Carlos Fox5 years ago in Families
Three Conditions That Might Be Disrupting Your Beauty Sleep
According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, adults need seven or more hours of sleep per night to promote overall health and wellbeing. But data shows that one in three adults do not get enough sleep on a regular basis. Sleep deprivation can lead to a number of issues, such as poor concentration, memory problems, obesity, depression, an increased risk of car accidents, and even heart attacks or strokes. Subsequently, it’s essential to find out the source of your sleep disruption in order to make lifestyle changes and seek medical treatment, if needed.
By Carlos Fox5 years ago in Longevity
Off the Beaten Path Spring Break Destinations
Spring is upon us, and so is the time for the much-anticipated break from school. But heading to the crowded beaches or packed amusement parks is not some people’s idea of fun. If you are one of the many who prefers destinations with a little more breathing room, why not check one of these out. These spots are a little off the beaten path, but that’s what makes them fun.
By Carlos Fox5 years ago in Wander
Running a Healthy Office
If you run an office, you have to do more than just make sure that your employees are clocking in on time and hitting their deadlines. You also should be taking reasonable measures to ensure your employees are healthy and well. Experts say employee wellness programs can be beneficial in several ways, but only under certain conditions. One of those conditions requires that the leadership team is truly supportive of these efforts. If you want your employees to take long lunches to workout, you can’t scold them for getting back to the office at 1:30 instead of one. If your employees are eating better and exercising, they’ll be more productive and take fewer sick days. Here are some more tips for making sure you have a healthy office environment in every way possible.
By Carlos Fox5 years ago in Journal
What to Expect During Detox Treatment
If you’re considering getting help with your substance abuse problem, know that you’re already taking an amazing, courageous step just to think about it. Detoxing isn’t easy, but with the right help, you can get through it successfully and return to the life you love and deserve.
By Carlos Fox5 years ago in Psyche
Going to the Chapel: How to Have a (Nearly) Stress-Free Wedding and Honeymoon
The caterer needs to know how many people are coming, and if there are any allergies they should be aware of. The DJ needs a list of songs for first dances, wedding party dances, and special moments within your ceremony. The hotel you’re staying in during your honeymoon has called and said there’s a problem with one of your excursions. There are 18 million other things you need to get done before the most important day of your life. Everything is piling up, and you’re not sure where to begin to get it all done. There must be a better, more straight-forward way to do this.
By Carlos Fox5 years ago in Marriage