AN Indian artist is giving fans a taste of his work - by painting with his tongue instead of a brush. Ani K, from Kerela, has produced over 1,000 artworks - including an eight-foot rendering of Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper. Ani applies paint to his palette, mixes it by licking the various shades and then scoops it up ready to be applied to the canvas. He achieves various strokes by tilting and twisting his head - helping him create intricate portraits and elaborate modernist artworks. Each painting takes between three and four days to create.
There is no denying that we live in a male dominated world. Some men may judge and say that at times, women are just playing the victims. But, there is no playing or pretending actually. The world is that much tougher on females, which in turn has created women to have a different kind of emotional strength than men. This French film captures this reality perfect.
Love is patient, love is kind. It has no envy, nor it boasts itself and it is never proud. It rejoices over the evil and is the truth seeker. Love protects; preserves and hopes for the positive aspect of life. Always stand steadfast in love, not fall into it. It is like the dream of your matter of affection coming true. heart: what is love. Love can occur between two or more individuals. It bonds them andconnects them in a unified link of trust, intimacy and interdependence. It enhances the relationship and comforts the soul. Love should be experienced and not just felt. The depth of love can not be measured.
Doctor: “What happened?”
Woman:” Doctor, I don’t know what to do. Every time my husband comes home drunk he beats me to a pulp….”
Doctor:”I have a real good medicine against that: When your husband comes home drunk, just take a glass of chamomile tea and start gargling with it. Just gargle and gargle”.
2 weeks later she comes back to the doctor and looks reborn and fresh again.
Woman:” Doc, that was a brilliant idea! Every time my husband came home drunk I gargled repeatedly with chamomile tea and he never touched me.
Doctor:” you see how keeping your mouth shut helps!!!”
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One of the most important things I learned is not to debate with a negative person. A negative person likely has very staunch views and isn’t going to change that just because of what you said. Whatever you say, he/she can find 10 different reasons to back up his/her viewpoint. The discussion will just swirl into more negativity, and you pull yourself down in the process. You can give constructive comments, and if the person rebutts with no signs of backing down, don’t engage further.
2) Empathize with them
Have you ever been annoyed by something before, then have someone tell you to “relax”? How did you feel? Did you relax as the person suggested or did you feel even more worked up?
From my experience, people who are negative (or upset for that matter) benefit more from an empathetic ear than suggestions/solutions on what he/she should do. By helping them to address their emotions, the solutions will automatically come to them (it’s always been inside them anyway).
3) Lend a helping hand
Some people complain as a way of crying for help. They may not be conscious of it though, so their comments come across as complaints rather than requests. Take the onus to lend a helping hand. Just a simple “Are you okay?” or “Is there anything I can do to help you?” can do wonders
4) Stick to light topics
Some negative people are triggered by certain topics. Take for example: One of my friends sinks into a self-victimizing mode whenever we talk about his work. No matter what I say (or don’t say), he’ll keep complaining once we talk about work.
Our 1st instinct with negative people should be to help bring them to a more positive place (i.e. steps #2 and #3). But if it’s apparent the person is stuck in his/her negativity, the unhappiness may be too deeply rooted to address in a one-off conversation, or for you to help him/her unravel it. Bring in a new topic to lighten the mood. Simple things like new movies, daily occurrences, common friends, make for light conversation. Keep it to areas the person feels positive towards.
5) Ignore the negative comments
One way to help the negative person “get it” is to ignore the negative comments. If he/she goes into a negative swirl, ignore or give a simple “I see” or “Ok” reply. On the other hand, when he/she is being positive, reply in affirmation and enthusiasm. Do this often and soon he/she will know positivity pays off. He/she will adjust to be more positive accordingly.
6) Praise the person for the positive things
Negative people aren’t just negative to others. They’re also negative to themselves. If you already feel negative around them, imagine how they must feel all the time. What are the things the person is good at? What do you like about the person? Recognize the positive things and praise him/her for it. He/she will be surprised at first and might reject the compliment, but on the inside he/she will feel positive about it. That’s the first seed of positivity you’re planting in him/her and it’ll bloom in the long-term.
7) Hang out in 3′s or more people
Having someone else in the conversation works wonders in easing the load. In a 1-1 communication, all the negativity will be directed towards you. With someone else in the conversation, you don’t have to bear the full brunt of the negativity. This way you can focus more on doing steps #1 (Empathizing) and #2 (Helping the person).
8) Be responsible for your reaction
Whether the person is negative or not, ultimately you’re the one who is perceiving the person is negative. When you recognize that, actually the negativity is the product of your lens. Take responsibility for your perceptions. For every trait, you can interpret it in a positive and a negative manner. Learn to see the goodness of the person than the negative. It may be tough initially, but once you cultivate the skill, it becomes second nature.
9) Reduce contact with them / Avoid them
If all else fails, reduce contact with them or avoid them altogether. If it’s a good friend, let him/her know of the severity of the issue and work it out where possible. It’s not healthy to spend too much time with people who drain you. Your time is precious, so spend it with people who have positive effects on you.
For gorgeous and lustrous hair, it all starts with a healthy scalp. Think you know all about taking care of your scalp? These tips and facts might surprise you!
1 Sun exposure can cause hair and scalp damage Most of us know to protect our body from the sun but the scalp is often overlooked. Sun damage can lead to dry, brittle hair. And if your hair is already thin, there is a good chance that your scalp will also come off worse. Keep your head covered up in the sun and look out for hair care products that contain sunscreen.
2 DIY hair dyes can be detrimental Dyeing your hair at home can be cheaper and more convenient than getting a professional to do the job but it can also be a lot riskier. Get it wrong and you risk burning your scalp. Always follow the instructions to the letter and do a patch test on your elbow the day before to check for skin reactions. Dyes that don't contain ammonia are a safer bet, such as vegetable dyes.
3 You are what you eat Poor diet can be reflected in lifeless and dull hair. To give your hair some much needed oomph, add omega 3 fatty acids, iron and a range of vitamins for healthy hair and scalp. If you're noticing more hair fall than normal, a zinc or selenium deficiency could be to blame.
4 Tight ponytails can be damaging Repeatedly pulling your hair into tight ponytails or braids can damage the hair follicles and lead to hair fall or breakage. But don't panic if you've been a convert of these hairstyles -- it can often be reversed if you stop doing it. However, long term abuse can sometimes cause permanent effects.
5 Dandruff isn't harmful An itchy, flaky scalp may be irritating and embarrassing but it's not a sign of ill health. Tackle the problem with anti-dandruff shampoo from the Head and Shoulders® range. These shampoos and conditioners contain ZPT, which fight the fungus that causes dandruff.
7 Oily skin isn't immune to dandruff You might assume that it is dry skin that is more likely to be affected by dandruff but it's often the complete opposite. Oily hair and scalp types are actually the most prone to dandruff and scalp imbalances due to the excess oil production by the sebaceous glands. This oil can build up on the scalp and clog the hair follicles.
If you've got oily/greasy hair, always use an anti-dandruff shampoo and conditioner to protect against dandruff and itchy scalp conditions. Head and Shoulders® have a range of anti-dandruff products that fight the causes of dandruff. The Head and Shoulders® Clean and Balanced range can be used every day to keep oily hair in check and its anti-dandruff properties mean that it's highly effective in tackling dandruff. Via malaysia.shoppinglifestyle.com
1 Sun exposure can cause hair and scalp damage Most of us know to protect our body from the sun but the scalp is often overlooked. Sun damage can lead to dry, brittle hair. And if your hair is already thin, there is a good chance that your scalp will also come off worse. Keep your head covered up in the sun and look out for hair care products that contain sunscreen.
2 DIY hair dyes can be detrimental Dyeing your hair at home can be cheaper and more convenient than getting a professional to do the job but it can also be a lot riskier. Get it wrong and you risk burning your scalp. Always follow the instructions to the letter and do a patch test on your elbow the day before to check for skin reactions. Dyes that don't contain ammonia are a safer bet, such as vegetable dyes.
3 You are what you eat Poor diet can be reflected in lifeless and dull hair. To give your hair some much needed oomph, add omega 3 fatty acids, iron and a range of vitamins for healthy hair and scalp. If you're noticing more hair fall than normal, a zinc or selenium deficiency could be to blame.
4 Tight ponytails can be damaging Repeatedly pulling your hair into tight ponytails or braids can damage the hair follicles and lead to hair fall or breakage. But don't panic if you've been a convert of these hairstyles -- it can often be reversed if you stop doing it. However, long term abuse can sometimes cause permanent effects.
5 Dandruff isn't harmful An itchy, flaky scalp may be irritating and embarrassing but it's not a sign of ill health. Tackle the problem with anti-dandruff shampoo from the Head and Shoulders® range. These shampoos and conditioners contain ZPT, which fight the fungus that causes dandruff.
6 Massage can promote healthy scalp Massaging the scalp can
loosendead skin cells and improve circulation. This can help with scalp issues
such as dandruff.
7 Oily skin isn't immune to dandruff You might assume that it is dry skin that is more likely to be affected by dandruff but it's often the complete opposite. Oily hair and scalp types are actually the most prone to dandruff and scalp imbalances due to the excess oil production by the sebaceous glands. This oil can build up on the scalp and clog the hair follicles.
If you've got oily/greasy hair, always use an anti-dandruff shampoo and conditioner to protect against dandruff and itchy scalp conditions. Head and Shoulders® have a range of anti-dandruff products that fight the causes of dandruff. The Head and Shoulders® Clean and Balanced range can be used every day to keep oily hair in check and its anti-dandruff properties mean that it's highly effective in tackling dandruff. Via malaysia.shoppinglifestyle.com
1. "Do you like what I'm wearing?"
"You look beautiful."
A little bit of ambiguity goes a long way. Leave specific criticisms to her friends. She doesn't love you for your informed opinions on culottes.
2. "Do I look fat in this?"
"Of course not."
Absolutely no other answer should be used here. Don't go off the script. Not even if she's wearing a fat suit.
3. "Can you give me a hand?"
"Sure."
This is your opportunity to remind her why she keeps a shaved ape like you around. You lift the heavy stuff. You unstick that which is stuck. You change the lightbulbs.
4. "Do you love me?"
"I love you."
They want to hear you say it. Now is not the time to be funny. Avoid "yepper" or "affirmative.
5. "What the heck is your problem?"
"I love you."
Neutralize her attack with affection. If she follows up with, "What the heck do you mean by that?" bail out the window like Benicio del Toro in The Hunt
6. "Which do you like better … this one or this one?"
"That one."
You are a man. Show her you are in charge. State a preference. "I love you and I love the first dress you showed me."
When NASA began the launch of astronauts into space, they found out that the pens wouldn't work at zero gravity (ink won't flow down to the writing surface). To solve this problem, it took them one decade and $12 million. They dev eloped a pen that worked at zero gravity, upside down, underwater, in practically any surface including crystal and in a temperature range from below freezing to over 300 degrees C.
And what did the Russians do...?? They used a pencil.
Case 2
One of the most memorable case studies on Japanese management was the case of the empty soapbox, which happened in one of Japan's biggest cosmetics companies. The company received a complaint that a consumer had bought a soapbox that was empty. Immediately the authorities isolated the problem to the assembly! line, which transported all the packaged boxes of soap t o the delivery department. For some reason, one soapbox went through the assembly line empty. Management asked its engineers to solve the problem. Post-haste, the engineers worked hard to devise an X-ray machine with high-resolution monitors manned by two people to watch all the soapboxes that passed through the line to make sure they were not empty. No doubt, they worked hard and they worked fast but they spent a whoopee amount to do so.
But when a rank-and-file employee in a small company was posed with the same problem, he did not get into complications of X-rays, etc., but instead came out with another solution. He bought a strong industrial electric fan and pointed it at the assembly line. He switched the fan on, and as each soapbox passed the fan, it simply blew the empty boxes out of the line.
Moral
Always look for simple solutions. Devise the simplest possible solution that solves the problems
Being the longest wavelength, red is a powerful colour. Although not technically the most visible, it has the property of appearing to be nearer than it is and therefore it grabs our attention first. Hence its effectiveness in traffic lights the world over. Its effect is physical; it stimulates us and raises the pulse rate, giving the impression that time is passing faster than it is. It relates to the masculine principle and can activate the "fight or flight" instinct. Red is strong, and very basic. Pure red is the simplest colour, with no subtlety. It is stimulating and lively, very friendly. At the same time, it can be perceived as demanding and aggressive.
BLUE
Blue is the colour of the mind and is essentially soothing; it affects us mentally, rather than the physical reaction we have to red. Strong blues will stimulate clear thought and lighter, soft blues will calm the mind and aid concentration. Consequently it is serene and mentally calming. It is the colour of clear communication. Blue objects do not appear to be as close to us as red ones. Time and again in research, blue is the world's favourite colour. However, it can be perceived as cold, unemotional and unfriendly.
YELLOW
The yellow wavelength is relatively long and essentially stimulating. In this case the stimulus is emotional, therefore yellow is the strongest colour, psychologically. The right yellow will lift our spirits and our self-esteem; it is the colour of confidence and optimism. Too much of it, or the wrong tone in relation to the other tones in a colour scheme, can cause self-esteem to plummet, giving rise to fear and anxiety. Our "yellow streak" can surface.
VIOLET
The shortest wavelength is violet, often described as purple. It takes awareness to a higher level of thought, even into the realms of spiritual values. It is highly introvertive and encourages deep contemplation, or meditation. It has associations with royalty and usually communicates the finest possible quality. Being the last visible wavelength before the ultra-violet ray, it has associations with time and space and the cosmos. Excessive use of purple can bring about too much introspection and the wrong tone of it communicates something cheap and nasty, faster than any other colour.
ORANGE
Since it is a combination of red and yellow, orange is stimulating and reaction to it is a combination of the physical and the emotional. It focuses our minds on issues of physical comfort - food, warmth, shelter etc. - and sensuality. It is a 'fun' colour. Negatively, it might focus on the exact opposite - deprivation. This is particularly likely when warm orange is used with black. Equally, too much orange suggests frivolity and a lack of serious intellectual values.
PINK.
Being a tint of red, pink also affects us physically, but it soothes, rather than stimulates. (Interestingly, red is the only colour that has an entirely separate name for its tints. Tints of blue, green, yellow, etc. are simply called light blue, light greenetc.) Pink is a powerful colour, psychologically. It represents the feminine principle, and survival of the species; it is nurturing and physically soothing. Too much pink is physically draining and can be somewhat emasculating.
GREY.
Pure grey is the only colour that has no direct psychological properties. It is, however, quite suppressive. A virtual absence of colour is depressing and when the world turns grey we are instinctively conditioned to draw in and prepare for hibernation. Unless the precise tone is right, grey has a dampening effect on other colours used with it. Heavy use of grey usually indicates a lack of confidence and fear of exposure.
BLACK.
Black is all colours, totally absorbed. The psychological implications of that are considerable. It creates protective barriers, as it absorbs all the energy coming towards you, and it enshrouds the personality. Black is essentially an absence of light, since no wavelengths are reflected and it can, therefore be menacing; many people are afraid of the dark. Positively, it communicates absolute clarity, with no fine nuances. It communicates sophistication and uncompromising excellence and it works particularly well with white. Black creates a perception of weight and seriousness.
It is a myth that black clothes are slimming.
WHITE.
Just as black is total absorption, so white is total reflection. In effect, it reflects the full force of the spectrum into our eyes. Thus it also creates barriers, but differently from black, and it is often a strain to look at. It communicates, "Touch me not!" White is purity and, like black, uncompromising; it is clean, hygienic, and sterile. The concept of sterility can also be negative. Visually, white gives a heightened perception of space. The negative effect of white on warm colours is to make them look and feel garish.
BROWN.
Brown usually consists of red and yellow, with a large percentage of black. Consequently, it has much of the same seriousness as black, but is warmer and softer. It has elements of the red and yellow properties. Brown has associations with the earth and the natural world. It is a solid, reliable colour and most people find it quietly supportive - more positively than the ever-popular black, which is suppressive, rather than supportive.
