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The routines of successful people

Highly successful people usually have organized routines for their day, which help them stay focused focussed, productive, and focused. Although practices may differ according to individual preferences and duties, Here's a basic outline of the daily routine that a lot of successful people may adhere to: The daily routine of successful people The morning routine of successful people: Early wake-up: Many successful individuals begin their day earlier, typically awakening at five a.m. between 6 and 5 am. Training: Engaging in physical exercise, like jogging yoga or going to the gym, can help increase energy levels and mental clarity. Mental Health or Meditation Meditation...

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Strategies to succeed Your daily routine

A successful daily plan requires a balanced mix of self-care, productivity, and personal development. Here's a detailed routine for your day that can be customized to fit your dreams and goals: Morning Routine: Wake up early: Start your day with a rousing start to maximize the morning hours. Hydrate Get started in the morning by drinking a glass of water to help kick-start your metabolism and keep you hydrated. The Mindfulness Exercise: Do a mindful practice, such as deep breathing, meditation, or journaling, to calm yourself and create a positive mood for your day. Training: Dedicate time to physical exercise, whether exercise, yoga, or...

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Connectors of Contrast and Examples of Sentences

Connectors of Contrast and Examples of Sentences Connectors of contrast are the words or phrases used to demonstrate a distinction or opposing thought. They can be used to bring variety and excitement to your writing and also to assist your readers in understanding the relationship between your thoughts. Types of Connectors of Contrast Connectors of Contrast, as they are referred to, are linguistic devices that aid in juxtaposing opposing ideas or concepts, thereby creating an impression of contrast or incongruity. Here are some of the most common kinds that connect with contrast Conjunctions: But The most simple contrast connector, "but," introduces an...

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10 THINGS YOU CAN RECYCLE OR REPURPOSE AROUND YOUR HOUSE

There are many creative and practical ways to recycle old items at home. Your home may actually be a treasure trove full of things you can reuse, recycle or repurpose. You can change the way you view things. You'll see everyday objects differently. How to Recycle Your Home These are the household products most cities include in their recycling program. If you don’t have a curbside pick-up, you can search your nearest recycle center via Google911. Paper, cards, junk mail, magazines, newspaper Brown paper bags and shoe boxes As long as the paper products are not embellished with glitter or other metallic...

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What Is Fogo?

You might have heard the term “FOGO” pop up in the past year when discussion turns to waste, but do you know what it actually means? A NEW THREE-BIN SYSTEM FOGO – or Food Organics and Garden Organics - is often used when talking about a three-bin system where any waste that once lived (like food scraps and garden waste) is diverted from landfill and then processed to make into compost for use in parks, gardens and in agriculture settings. It's a relatively new approach to waste management in Western Australia. FOGO, because it also diverts large volumes of food waste, goes...

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What To Do With Old Clothes You Can’t Donate

Do you need to know more when it comes to knowing how to responsibly get rid of all of worn clothes, towels and sheets? Not everything can, or should be, donated to your local op shop. In fact, a good rule of thumb should be that if you wouldn’t gift it to a close friend or family member you shouldn’t be donating it to a charity to be resold in the first place. SO WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? Often after a big wardrobe clean out, you’ve separated out the items that are still in a good condition that can be...

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What Are Toy Libraries? (And Why They Make Sense!)

Let’s talk about toy libraries – a concept that is as simple as it sounds and one that is helping many families to own their impact AND save money. A LIBRARY FOR TOYS Access your inner-child for a moment and think about how exciting it would be to walk into a toy store and know that you could choose anything you wanted from the shelves and take it home with you that same day. That’s what it feels like walking into a toy library too. You choose the items that appeal to you, take them home, play with them and...

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Repair Cafes – What Are They And Where Can I Find Them?

The (almost) lost art of repairing broken objects is alive and kicking again in Western Australia thanks to the community-powered ‘repair cafés’ that are popping up around suburban Perth and regional centres. WHAT IS A REPAIR CAFÉ? Repair cafés (and labs) are grassroots community-based events helping to keep items out of landfill for longer. MENDING As the name suggests, the focus of these events is on repairing broken items. It costs nothing to use the service – all you need to do is bring along your broken item and an appetite to break up with waste. It could be anything...

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Hazardous Waste – The Things You Just Can’t Bin

We use hazardous chemicals and materials in our homes every day – think batteries, paint, aerosol cans and gas cylinders – usually without thinking twice and without obvious risk to our health. But when these items (known as household hazardous waste or HHW) reach the end of their useful lives, we need to take special care to dispose of them. They’re often flammable, toxic, explosive or corrosive and can’t be disposed of in household bins. SO HOW DO YOU DISPOSE OF… Here’s a list of 5 common HHW you may need to dispose of and how you can do it....

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Taking-away The Recycling Confusion

Australians love the convenience of take-away food (we apparently spend around a third of our annual food budgets on it!). But convenience comes at a price – an abundance of plastic and cardboard containers. And even when we look to do the right thing and recycle those take-away items, we often get it wrong. So just what can and can’t be recycled once you’ve finished your take-away or grab-and-go snack? YOUR GUIDE TO TAKE-AWAY RECYCLING These on-the-go vessels and takeaway packaging should ALWAYS be placed in a recycling bin. ITEM EXTRA NOTES Plastic bottles Empty, lids off Glass bottles Empty, lids off Aluminium...