If you are planning for your wedding, you are probably trying to achieve a number of things in one go. One of the major things you probably want, however, is to make it as memorable as possible. You want to know what your guests are going to be able to look back on it for a long time afterwards, and that you yourself will have a clear memory of the day. As it turns out, they are a number of things you can do to make sure that the day is as memorable as possible, and it’s worth looking at what those might be.
Home Help: Protecting Against Allergies
Home Help: Protecting Against Allergies – It’s nice to think that you’re keeping your home as clean as possible, which is no easy task if you’ve got children and pets! No matter how clean you think it may be, it can be a hub of bacteria and allergens. So if you’ve found yourself in a constant cycle of sneezes and sniffles, and can’t seem to figure out why, maybe it’s time to turn your attention to your home. Although it can be difficult to pinpoint the exact area that’s aggravating your allergies, there are certain steps you can take in order to minimise the risk to you and your family.
Why I Won’t Be Supporting The New “Body Positive Awards”
I have been wondering whether to write this article for a few days now, quite simply because I haven’t blogged properly for ages and because I wasn’t sure if I wanted my first proper post to be a negative one.
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Surviving A Bad Date
Whether you’re online dating or meeting people via more
traditional methods, the chances are you’ll experience a bad date or two. There
is nothing wrong with this and it is actually a really worthwhile experience in
many ways – after all, how can you appreciate good dates if you don’t have bad
ones.
traditional methods, the chances are you’ll experience a bad date or two. There
is nothing wrong with this and it is actually a really worthwhile experience in
many ways – after all, how can you appreciate good dates if you don’t have bad
ones.
A Funny Story
A few years ago I was a member of a free dating site and met some via
this that I thought I would enjoy meeting. We spent a few weeks chatting via
messages and the phone, so I thought it would be a great idea to meet up.
this that I thought I would enjoy meeting. We spent a few weeks chatting via
messages and the phone, so I thought it would be a great idea to meet up.
Now, I am not saying this is the best way to escape a bad date,
but I have to admit that I did leave the date half way through! Sadly though, I
didn’t actually tell the person I was leaving and instead made my excuses to go
to the toilet and then left – sending them a message that I was
but I have to admit that I did leave the date half way through! Sadly though, I
didn’t actually tell the person I was leaving and instead made my excuses to go
to the toilet and then left – sending them a message that I was
doing so!
They were understandably annoyed, and I felt terrible.
You Are Allowed To Leave
The next bad date I had, I was brave enough to tell them
that I wasn’t feeling it and made my excuses to leave. This didn’t go down that
well, but I did feel better that I had been truthful with them and was able to
leave without too much of a fuss! I simply then logged back into the free dating website and moved onto
the next person to chat to!
that I wasn’t feeling it and made my excuses to leave. This didn’t go down that
well, but I did feel better that I had been truthful with them and was able to
leave without too much of a fuss! I simply then logged back into the free dating website and moved onto
the next person to chat to!
The thing to remember is that you are never obligated to stay
on a date that you are unhappy with. Although I would always make sure you are
safe when you leave, please remember that if you are not happy on the date then
you are well within your rights to leave if you would like to!
on a date that you are unhappy with. Although I would always make sure you are
safe when you leave, please remember that if you are not happy on the date then
you are well within your rights to leave if you would like to!
Really Bad Dates
However, as lucky as I was to be able to leave these
dates without too much hassle, I know that this was not the same for everyone.
That is why I was really pleased to read about the Ask Angela campaign.
dates without too much hassle, I know that this was not the same for everyone.
That is why I was really pleased to read about the Ask Angela campaign.
I really like the idea that bars and pubs are being
proactive when it comes to keep their visitors safe. Online dating and meeting
people who are considered strangers is becoming more popular so it really is
essential that we make sure we do what we can to protect people.
proactive when it comes to keep their visitors safe. Online dating and meeting
people who are considered strangers is becoming more popular so it really is
essential that we make sure we do what we can to protect people.
The good news is that I have seen the Ask Angela campaign
shared on social media, so it is something that is spreading and becoming more
well known. I think before I go on my next date with someone I have met online,
I would message the before I attend and see if this is a scheme that they take
part in – just because you can never be too sure!
shared on social media, so it is something that is spreading and becoming more
well known. I think before I go on my next date with someone I have met online,
I would message the before I attend and see if this is a scheme that they take
part in – just because you can never be too sure!
Debz x
Vaping at Your Favourite Pub: The Do’s and Don’ts
Vaping is a new phenomenon for most of the world, including pubs and other public service businesses. Like most other businesses and entities within the public sphere, pubs are still figuring out how to negotiate the vaping scene. Do they treat it the same as smoking? Or do they recognize that it has a far better health profile, is more environmentally friendly and does not have a negative impact on the health of others, as cigarette smoke does with second-hand smoke?
The extent to which pubs and clubs have embraced vaping culture will usually depend on whether the management is aware of vaping, and whether they perceive a demand from clientele to
support vaping in their businesses.
support vaping in their businesses.
These do’s and don’ts will help you negotiate the vaping scene within the context of your favourite drinking establishment.
Do: Find Out What the Rules Are
The first and most important step to vaping in your favourite pub is to find out what their rules are regarding vaping both indoors and out. Some people say it is better to ask for forgiveness than permission. They merely vape discreetly and apologize afterward if they are “caught” and asked to stop. However, this can lead to an uncomfortable confrontation or
potentially to being asked to leave. Your relationship with the pub could turn negative, which obviously no one wants.
To avoid any conflict, it makes sense to ask what the rules are. Your bartender, the manager or proprietor may not be informed about vaping and how it differs from smoking, which gives you the opportunity to share some education as well. This could potentially lead to vaping being permitted inside your preferred establishment or having the rules relaxed to
allow vaping in different areas.
allow vaping in different areas.
Do: Offer to Share
Sharing is caring, and if you intend to vape in a public social space, make sure you are prepared to share your stuff with others. This may mean sharing your hardware — though inadvisable
with total strangers — or sharing e-liquid flavours with other people who vape and are interested in what you are blowing.
As a plus, vaping is by nature an activity that is conducive to socializing. It can distract from social awkwardness, act as a talking point with people you have just met and enhance
the vibe of your favourite drinking establishment. Sharing your favourite flavour with fellow pubgoers is a great way to make new pals on a night out.
the vibe of your favourite drinking establishment. Sharing your favourite flavour with fellow pubgoers is a great way to make new pals on a night out.
Do: Develop Rapport with Your Bartender
Perhaps the most important step towards being able to vape with ease inside your favourite pub is to develop a solid relationship with the bartender.This includes basic courtesies like waiting your turn, being patient while you wait for drinks, always paying your tab at the end of the night, not ordering drinks that are unnecessarily complicated or inappropriate for the location (mojitos, we are looking at you) and always saying thank you. It also includes tipping well and consistently, preferably in cash.
By making sure you have a good rapport with the people who are the eyes and ears of the establishment, you will have the highest possible chance of getting your request to vape granted. Pubs never want to risk losing an excellent customer, so your requests will be more strongly considered.
Do: Pay Attention to the People Around You Situational awareness is a lost art in this day and age. People are often oblivious to others around them and the impact they may be having on their experience. This goes double for the pub setting, where the senses tend to soften. It is essential to pay attention to your fellow pubgoers as you vape — especially their reactions as you are vaping. Do they seem upset? Interested? Confused? Do they get up and leave their tables?
If people are unhappy that you are vaping, it is a sign to move elsewhere or stop altogether. After all, pubs live and die by their customers, nd chasing away paying customers is a sure-fire way to be asked to leave yourself. However, many people may believe you are smoking if they see you from afar and get upset for that reason. This is an awesome opportunity for sharing the
vape love and educating them about the differences.
vape love and educating them about the differences.
Do: Support Pubs that Support Vaping
Supporting pubs that support vaping is a great way to promote the community. If your current preferred establishment is so strict they refuse to allow vaping indoors, outdoors or anywhere on the premises, it may be a sign that it is a good time to find a new favourite locale that is a little more open-minded. After all, nothing goes as well with a pint as a puff of the best eLiquid on the market.
Not only do many pubs in the UK and across Europe allow vaping in either an indoor setting or outdoors on a terrace, but many of them have moved specifically towards advertising themselves to the vaping community.
This often includes selling vape hardware and eLiquid to interested vapers, as well as having vape-friendly areas inside and outside with comfortable furniture.
Don’t: Break the Rules
This should be obvious, but it is rude and probably inappropriate to vape when you are explicitly asked not to, or when there are signs posted that prohibit vaping. Being respectful of the rules helps to spread a positive image of vaping and promote the vaping community. By following the rules and requests of your bartender, you make sure the bartender and fellow pub-goers know vaping is something they might enjoy. No matter which pub is your primary watering hole, following these tips will ensure you can vape comfortably and happily while also enjoying
a pint or two.
The Importance of Creating Great Content
The Importance of Creating Great Content – Long before I started my own blog, I used to write content for other people’s websites and blogs. I feel that this really helped me perfect my writing skills, mostly because I used to write such varied content. This taught me how to get creative, think outside of the box and create content for us about anything and everyone. A lot of this was content marketing for companies much like a content marketing company, Content Mother, which is about to launch its services of social media marketing and management. Don’t believe me that content and SEO matter? Read a London SEO Expert success Story You’ll Never Believe as well as my article below! [Read more…]
Dressing against the norm — what does it say about you?
From eccentric socks to dressing against our gendered
expectations, many people push the limits of social norms when it comes to
fashion. Research has shown that non-conformists can be viewed as being of a
higher status and more competent than those who follow the rules of fashion. We
take a look at what different clothing says about the wearer…
expectations, many people push the limits of social norms when it comes to
fashion. Research has shown that non-conformists can be viewed as being of a
higher status and more competent than those who follow the rules of fashion. We
take a look at what different clothing says about the wearer…
Against gendered expectations
The line is becoming increasingly blurred between male and
female clothing. Many people are speaking up, opposing the ideas that men and
women should be dressed according to their sex. But, are you presenting
yourself in a different way when you dress against the gendered expectations?
female clothing. Many people are speaking up, opposing the ideas that men and
women should be dressed according to their sex. But, are you presenting
yourself in a different way when you dress against the gendered expectations?
Although fashionistas are saying that they don’t agree with
gender rules, some research suggests that we’re still stuck in our old ways.
Psychologists in New Jersey found that attitudes towards gender stereotypes
hadn’t changed much between 1983 and 2014.
gender rules, some research suggests that we’re still stuck in our old ways.
Psychologists in New Jersey found that attitudes towards gender stereotypes
hadn’t changed much between 1983 and 2014.
There is an argument that shows that it’s favourable for
women to cross the gender barrier but perhaps not men. Back in 1990, it was
found that — despite the sex of the applicant – if the clothing that they wore
was more masculine, they were more likely to be hired. When men dressed in pink
however (a colour commonly associated with females), they were seen as less
intelligent than women who were wearing the same colour.
women to cross the gender barrier but perhaps not men. Back in 1990, it was
found that — despite the sex of the applicant – if the clothing that they wore
was more masculine, they were more likely to be hired. When men dressed in pink
however (a colour commonly associated with females), they were seen as less
intelligent than women who were wearing the same colour.
Eccentric wear
Another way of going against the grain when it comes to style
it through eccentric clothing. When we think of outrageous outfits we may think
of people with brightly coloured hair, patterned clothing and over the top
jewellery. But, there are other ways to express freedom through dress.
it through eccentric clothing. When we think of outrageous outfits we may think
of people with brightly coloured hair, patterned clothing and over the top
jewellery. But, there are other ways to express freedom through dress.
For example, people who wear unconventional socks are viewed
as being rebellious and expressive. One of these people is Justin Trudeau, the
current Prime Minister of Canada, who shows off his fun side by wearing funky
socks with a traditional suit. You can make your own subtle ‘eccentric’ changes
through patterned socks by CT shirts, online retailers of men’s formal shirts
and accessories. Or make yourself stand out from the crowd through bright
scarves and other extras.
as being rebellious and expressive. One of these people is Justin Trudeau, the
current Prime Minister of Canada, who shows off his fun side by wearing funky
socks with a traditional suit. You can make your own subtle ‘eccentric’ changes
through patterned socks by CT shirts, online retailers of men’s formal shirts
and accessories. Or make yourself stand out from the crowd through bright
scarves and other extras.
By dressing against the norms, studies have shown that you
build a brand of being ‘gutsy’. And in fact, people have the potential to see
you as more brilliant, creative and successful. One study, published in 2014,
found that those who go against conformity can be viewed as of a higher status
than those who don’t. They were also considered to be more competent — potentially
influencing the impression that they give off in the workplace.
build a brand of being ‘gutsy’. And in fact, people have the potential to see
you as more brilliant, creative and successful. One study, published in 2014,
found that those who go against conformity can be viewed as of a higher status
than those who don’t. They were also considered to be more competent — potentially
influencing the impression that they give off in the workplace.
Not only does it affect people’s perceptions of you but it
can also affect the way you think, feel and act — this is through ‘embodied
cognition’. Since eccentric dress gives you greater potential to express your
individuality, it’s possible that it can make you feel more confident and
comfortable in different situations. This could then go on to improve your
performance at work or in challenges where you want to push yourself.
can also affect the way you think, feel and act — this is through ‘embodied
cognition’. Since eccentric dress gives you greater potential to express your
individuality, it’s possible that it can make you feel more confident and
comfortable in different situations. This could then go on to improve your
performance at work or in challenges where you want to push yourself.
Against the dress code
In some situations, for a job interview perhaps, it can be
argued that dressing in accordance with expectations is the best thing to do.
argued that dressing in accordance with expectations is the best thing to do.
Under some circumstances, we think that people with
extraordinary appearances are more successful.
extraordinary appearances are more successful.
Men who wear smart, fitted suits as they are often expected
to wear in a formal situation, were perceived as being more confident,
successful and thought to be earning a higher wage. This was compared to men
who weren’t dressed as smartly — in a loosely fitted suit.
to wear in a formal situation, were perceived as being more confident,
successful and thought to be earning a higher wage. This was compared to men
who weren’t dressed as smartly — in a loosely fitted suit.
In one study that looked at the effects of clothing, it was
found that senior managers were rated less favourably if they were dressed more
‘provocative’. This was a skirt slightly above the knee and one button on the
blouse undone. It’s clear to see that it is important to consider our dress
style carefully as people can make many assumptions without any evidence.
found that senior managers were rated less favourably if they were dressed more
‘provocative’. This was a skirt slightly above the knee and one button on the
blouse undone. It’s clear to see that it is important to consider our dress
style carefully as people can make many assumptions without any evidence.
In some environments, wearing your set uniform can improve
your productivity. Research found that in a lab, those who were wearing lab
coats felt smarter and went on to perform better!
your productivity. Research found that in a lab, those who were wearing lab
coats felt smarter and went on to perform better!
As we can see, dressing against societies expectations can
have many effects on the opinion of others and your own performance. Although
it’s important to express yourself through dress, you don’t want to hinder your
work or your impression on others in formal situations. Wear a pair of crazy
socks underneath your day-to-day outfit instead…
have many effects on the opinion of others and your own performance. Although
it’s important to express yourself through dress, you don’t want to hinder your
work or your impression on others in formal situations. Wear a pair of crazy
socks underneath your day-to-day outfit instead…
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