Easy recipes chicken casserole

Most people find cooking stressful, time consuming or a hassle and ought for take away, I find cooking relaxing and a good outlet for creativity, some people have trouble fully reading/comprehending recipes , they worry about wasting an expensive ingredient.But not necessary so, busting through your stress is as simple as reasserting your dominance at the top of the food chain. maybe it's a little dark , but chopping veggies and butchering chickens can really take the edge off of even the most stressful days. By using your ingredients, you will find cutting through a couple of pounds of food has really calmed you down. cooking with certain herbs and spices can have beneficial effects on your mood.

Here's a brief breakdown of a easy recipes for chicken casserole

A light and quick chicken and vegetable stew that can be whipped up in less than an hour

Ingredients

8 bone-in chicken thighs.

1 tbsp oil

5 spring onions, sliced

2 tbsp plain flour

2 chicken knorr cubes

2 large carrots, cut into batons (no need to peel)

400g new potatoes, halved if large

200g frozen peas

1 tbsp grainy mustard

small handful fresh soft herbs, like parsley, chives, dill or tarragon, chopped

Method

1. Put the kettle on. Fry the thighs in the oil in a casserole or wide pan with a lid to quickly brown. Stir in the whites of the spring onion with the flour and stock cubes until the flour disappears, then gradually stir in 750ml hot water from the kettle. Throw in the carrots and potatoes, bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 mins.

2. Take off the lid and simmer for 15 mins more, then throw in the peas for another 5 mins. Season, stir in the mustard, green spring onion bits, herbs and some seasoning.

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How to Make Your Best Friend Become Your Perfect Lover

Get to the likes and dislikes of your best friend is a good approach.

 Try to let the person feel love and accepted by you, let them know that no matter what their flaws are you still accept and appreciate them.

Allow your best friend to be comfortable around you, so that if any topic arises it wouldn't be much of a push or force to talk about it.

Make sure you give the time needed and share things with your best friend so they can be drawn to you.

Inspire Him To Fall Deeply In Love

9 Powerful Words You Can Say That Remind Him Why He Needs You.

Share secrets and childhood stories

Know what the person likes and dislike

Do fun things together(play games)

If you were flirting with no intentions of making your friend your partner, no matter how you try these steps, your friend won't see what you're trying to do. Don't be afraid to talk out your feelings.

Make eye contact

Think about just how long you have been friends

If you have already established your feelings for one another, good job

Move forward in your relationship

Be honest

Start out slow

Remember that certain habits may NOT be continued on into this new relationship

You may already know their family, assuming you have been best friends long enough

Rules about phone calls do not apply to you as a couple

Treat yourselves like you really are a couple

You finally got what you've been dreaming of. Be happy and enjoy the moment!

Don't forget to express your love

Do not say "I love you" too fast

Tell him/her why you love him/her


Know your limits

Don't freak him/her out

If you SAY you're a couple BE a couple

It might be awkward at first but its awkward because you make it that way


If a reason comes that it did not work out, try saying something like "We can easily pretend it never happened." In order to retain your friendship if your confession didn't quite go as planned.

Headaches, dizziness could be signs of bullying

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A variety of symptoms that can seem vague or mysterious may signal that a child is being bullied and having trouble coping, according to a new analysis of research on the topic.

In the review of studies from 15 countries, complaints of headache, backache, abdominal pain, skin problems, sleeping problems, bed-wetting or dizziness were more than twice as common among kids who were victims of bullying, researchers found.

The results are in line with previous studies, and suggest that pediatricians and parents should be on the lookout for signs that a child is being victimized, the authors write in the journal Pediatrics.

Symptoms were sometimes long lasting, and often went along with low self-esteem.

It's important to recognize that the link remained over time, since that "speaks to the long term consequences of bullying," said Gianluca Gini, of the Developmental and Social Psychology department at the University of Padua in Italy, who led the study.

"The most serious consequence of bullying is suicide, but these health problems can negatively impact the quality of life of many children for several years," Gini told Reuters Health.

Gini and a coauthor reviewed data from 30 studies that examined links between being bullied and psychosomatic problems in children and adolescents, and compared those children to peers who were not bullied.

The included studies measured victimization among kids and teens as reported by the children themselves, parents or teachers.

Overall, bullied children were between 2.17 and 2.39 times more likely to report pains and other physical symptoms as well as nervousness, sleeplessness, feeling tired and poor appetite.

The more boys relative to girls in a study, the stronger the connection between bullying and physical symptoms seemed to be.

"A possible explanation might deal with the fact that a school or classroom environment with a higher proportion of male students is a context in which bullying behavior is more likely to happen, and where supportive and helping behaviors in favor of the bullied pupils are less frequent," Gini said.

"This is not surprising at all, but it is a very well done study," said Dr. Stephen Leff, co-director of the Violence Prevention Initiative at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

The difference between boys and girls could also be explained by gender differences in aggression and victimization, Leff told Reuters Health.

"These studies may have defined bullying in a more physical way, instead of a social way," he said. Researchers once thought that boys were more aggressive than girls, but have recently found that aggression among girls manifests more as gossiping and "leaving-out" than physical violence, he said.

"In any case, it's interesting, and deserves more study," he said.

Of course, not every child who is bullied will develop these symptoms, and not every child with these symptoms has necessarily been bullied, Gini said. He and Leff agreed it is also possible that kids with more physical ailments are more likely to be bullied, which might at least partly explain the connection.

Nevertheless, keeping an eye out for physical troubles could be a useful tool for adults for spotting kids at risk for bullying, Leff said.

"This really speaks to taking warning signs seriously," he said. "Kids may not be communicating with adults or even other kids about their bullying problems, and physical things like this can be important warning signs we don't want to miss."

SOURCE: http://bit.ly/14cnViE Pediatrics.

Some Brains May Be Hard-Wired for Chronic Pain

Structural differences in the brain may be one reason why one person recovers from pain while another develops chronic agony, a new study suggests.

The researchers scanned the brains of 46 people who had lower back pain for about three months, and then evaluated their pain four times over the following year. About half of the patients recovered during the year; the other half continued to have persistent pain throughout the study.

Looking back at the brain scans, the researchers found structural differences in the brains of people who recovered compared with people who developed chronic pain. The differences were found in the brain’s white matter, which mostly consists of long connections between neurons and brain regions.

Specifically, the differences lay in the connections between brain regions thought to be involved in pain perception, the researchers said.

“We may have found an anatomical marker for chronic pain in the brain,” study researcher Vania Apkarian, professor of physiology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, said in a statement. [5 Surprising Facts About Pain]

Such structural differences most likely exist independent from the incident that triggers back pain, and may mean that some people are more susceptible to developing chronic pain, the researchers said in the study, which will be published in the October issue of the journal Pain.

Most people who suffer pain after an injury eventually return to a healthy state. However, some continue to suffer long after the injury has healed. It is not clear what mechanisms drive the transition from acute pain to chronic pain, which may persist for years.

In the study, the researchers used a brain imaging technique called diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), which measures the integrity of the brain’s white matter.

The results were further confirmed when the researchers compared the study participants with additional groups of people. They found that the white matter of patients with persistent pain looked similar to a third group of people who also suffered from chronic pain. In contrast, the white matter of patients whose pain did not persist looked similar to the white matter of healthy people.

To test the strength of the relationship between brain’s structure and chronic pain, the researchers looked at whether the brain differences shown in the initial brain scans could predict whether patients would recover or continue to experience pain. They found that the early brain scans predicted whose pain would resolve and whose pain would persist one year later.

"We were surprised how robust the results were and amazed at how well the brain scans predicted persistence of low back pain," Apkarian said. "Prediction is the name of the game for treating chronic pain."

The findings suggest that brain’s structural properties are involved in chronic pain, and more extensive studies are needed to understand the role of white matter integrity in chronic pain, the researchers said.

No fingerprint sensor? No problem! How to "lock" smartphones to foil thieves

For those of us without Apple’s flashy new handset, there are still plenty of ways to ensure that your phone is locked down - even if it DOES fall into the wrong hands.Yahoo! News

The fingerprint sensor in the new iPhone 5S has created headlines around the world - and security experts have praised the extra “biometric” safety it offers. 

But for those of us without Apple’s flashy new handset, there are still plenty of ways to ensure that your phone is locked down - even if it DOES fall into the wrong hands.

According to the Norton Cybercrime Report, nearly half of mobile users in the UK don’t use a password to lock their mobile phones.

Just enabling that function is a good first step - but whether you use iPhone or Android, there’s a lot more you can do.

                [How to avoid being "phished" by hackers]

Switch to using a longer password

You can “lock” your iPhone (or Android) more securely by using a longer passcode - go into settings and set “Simple Passcode” to “off”. If you can’t face typing in a big alphanumeric password, just go for a longer PIN. Even an eight-digit PIN is far more secure than a standard four-digit one. 

Change the “timeout” on your screen

Many smartphones and mobile devices have a default setting of two or three minutes before the screen “locks” - change it to the lowest amount of time possible. This gives thieves less time to “get in” before the screen auto-locks - this foiling quick grabs in the street - and gives you time to remotely wipe data, or track the device. 

Don’t have a passcode that’s easy to guess

Not having a PIN protecting your smartphone is a huge error - but having an easy-to-guess one such as 0000 or 1234 is just as bad. Some smartphone models will allow up to 10 “guesses” before locking out a user - and if your passcode is obvious, that can let cybercriminals in. 

Track your phone if it gets lost

Services such as Apple’s Find My iPhone are useful, offering GPS tracking and the chance to remote-wipe your phone if it’s stolen  - but for a full suite of security, choose apps such as Norton Mobile Security or Norton Tablet Security, which safeguards personal information on your device, helps remotely protect it should it be lost or stolen and also scans for malicious apps. Norton can track stolen devices via GPS, lock devices remotely, and prevent thieves making use of their loot. 

Use “cloud” apps so the really important stuff isn’t on your phone

Don’t store important documents on your smartphone - use Dropbox or another online storage system, then the documents are safe, even if you lose the device. Change your password after you’ve lost the phone, and thieves won’t be able to access photos or documents. 
“Use the Cloud for storage and access your data from different devices,” a Norton spokesman says. “This way, you can retrieve files as needed from any device and have an online backup as well, just in case something should happen to your local hardware.”

Use different passwords for all your apps

The Norton Cybercrime Report reveals that 6 in 10 people store or access sensitive information via mobile devices, mostly via apps. Try to create a unique password for each app/account on your smart device, so that if it should fall into the wrong hands, cybercriminals would have a very difficult time accessing the sensitive information on each app. Norton advises consumers to download the free Norton Identity Safe app which safely stores each individual password for you. 

Turn on Erase Data on iPhone

On iPhone, the phone will lock if a thief guesses the password wrongly ten times - but that data may still be accessible, for instance if the thief breaks into the firmware of the handset using a PC. For cybercriminals data can be just as valuable as the handsets themselves. Lock it down by enabling Erase Data in settings, which will wipe the phone so the thief can’t access your email, private documents and photos.

Clear out your web browser

If you’ve accessed webmail services such as Gmail via a browser - or shopping sites such as Amazon, the details could still be saved there, including your password. Clear your browsing data to ensure you don’t hand thieves a free “pass” into your Inbox or Amazon account. Webmail services often offer a service where you can “log out” other users from your account - use it, then change your password. 

CCTV: Train Near-Miss As Man Cheats Death by Sky News

CCTV footage has captured a man cheating death after he stepped into the path of an oncoming train in Australia.
The 20-year-old ignored a barrier and warning bells as the train, which was travelling at around 37mph (60kph), approached Cannon Hill station in Brisbane.
The footage shows the man dart across the tracks, with the train missing him by a split second.
He was taken to hospital, but escaped serious injury.
The man faced court over the incident, which happened in August, and was fined $AU2,200 (£1,293).
The female train driver was reportedly traumatised by the incident and had to take leave from work, according to local media.
Queensland Transport Minister Scott Emerson said people are gambling with their lives when they take such chances.
"The message has to get out there that people are playing Russian roulette with their lives and they will lose. That is the reality," he said.

Qualities Men Secretly Look for In a Woman

Most guys aren't looking for a supermodel. They're just looking for their perfect match: a woman who's down-to-earth, sweet and sensitive to his needs.

Here are some attractive traits that every man keeps in mind when deciding if the woman is a girlfriend/wife material

1. Confidence
Take it from the guys, nothing is sexier than a woman who's comfortable in her own skin. If you're guilty of meekly asking lines like: "Does this skirt make my thighs look fat?" …stop asking. If you're constantly needing his reassurance that you're beautiful, he may start asking questions himself.

2. Intelligence
Acting like a bimbo loses its novelty to men after high school. What men want in a girlfriend is a woman who can stand as his equal. So be the smart, savvy woman you are! To him, it's a total turn-on.

3. Unmaterialistic
Yes, he wants to be your knight in shining armor. And yes, he wants to treat you like the princess you are … but that doesn't give you license to act like one. Allow him the luxury of treating you with romantic dinners and surprise baubles without having to demand them of him. He'll be relieved that he doesn't have to try so hard and surprisingly, this will inspire him to rise to the occasion when he doesn't have to dedicate his whole paycheck to lavish tokens of his love for you.

4.Honesty
If he can't trust you — how can he ever see you as his girlfriend … and eventual spouse? Keep things open and honest in your relationship. A little white lie over flirty texts with an old guy friend from college can spiral out of control very quickly into a full-blown fight … and breakup.

5. Laid-Back
What's one of the best things you can do for your relationship with him? Relax. Just relax. When you come home from a long, hard day at work and see those dishes piling up in the sink, we know you have the urge to lash out at him. Instead, try to let it go for the night. No man likes a nag and every man likes a woman who can let her hair down and doesn't sweat the small stuff. 

6. Playfulness
Guys like a girl who laugh at their jokes, but isn't mindless and isn't always serious about everything.

7. Independence
Dating a driven, passionate woman? So hot. Babysitting a stage five clinger? Not so much. No man wants a girlfriend they have to reassuringly text, call or visit every five minutes. Give him his poker night with the boys. Let him go golfing on a weekend. Learn to give your guy his space — or he may break up with you to get it.

8.Supportive
As clichéd as it is, some men want to be caretakers … but even the strongest of men want a soft place to fall. He wants to know that you'll support him and stand by him in his life choices, whether it's changing careers or moving to a new city. Show your support in small gestures with a quick "I love you" text when he heads off for his morning commute and listen to him after a hard day's work. Be supportive — but not suffocating. The last thing you want is to remind him too much of his mother.

How to Understand Guys Who Want Long Term Relationships

Long term relationships are the end goal for most men – but how do you get the women you want? Learn to get girls you want dating you long term.

If you've finally gotten into a long-term relationship with a guy, you want to do your best to make that relationship last. Yet sometimes, understanding guys who want these long term relationships can be really confusing. You're bound to make some mistakes along the way, but with a little commitment and an open mind, you'll understand your man. You'll give yourself a chance to enjoy lasting love when you know a few keys to the mind of your man.

Let him take initiative. You will have an easier time getting your man to do something if you convince him that doing it is his idea in the first place. Use subtle clues that will gently push him to make the right decisions.

Respect his independence. Don't tell your friends (especially if he's standing right there) that you have him wrapped around your finger. Don't talk as though can make him do anything or control him. The last thing your guy wants is to be emasculated in the eyes of your friends or family.

Be affectionate. Hold his hand with both your hands or wrap your arms around his. Put your hand on his face, run your fingers up and down his arm or hold his hand against your face or chest. It's okay to be affectionate with your man as long as you aren't being clingy. Affection is about devotion and love; clinging is about ownership. Follow his nonverbal signals to learn what he likes and doesn't like

Avoid dwelling on past relationships. Don't constantly talk about your ex or compare your current man to your ex. Also, don't date a new man if you're not really over your ex. Your new guy doesn't deserve to be blamed for someone else's actions or held to someone else's standard. Comparing him to your ex will make him feel like less of a man, so don't do it.

Avoid being critical or manipulative. Both constant criticism and manipulation are sure to drive him away.Listen to his ideas with respect, even if they differ from yours. When you understand him and where he's coming from, then you can decide if you want to stay with him or look for another relationship.

Let him know his limits. Guys want to be told by their partner what they should and shouldn't do physically because they won't always be able to figure it out on their own. His feelings will not be hurt, and it's not going to ruin the moment for him. If anything, it will be a relief so he knows the boundaries. Skip the subtle signals and tell him exactly what's okay and what's not.

Accept his obsessions. Guys can have obsessions over their partners' eyes, hair, hands or other random body parts. If he likes it when you do something with your hair, do it a lot. If he loves your hands and he gives you a ring, wear it whenever you're with him. If he likes a more intimate part of your body, enjoy it. A lot of women would kill for the attention that he's paying to your body.

Be grateful for the things he does. A guy likes to know that his partner feels grateful to be with him. He'll return the favor 100 times over. If you make him feel like he isn't good enough, he may feel insecure about your relationships other guys, or he may leave you. Guys don't like feeling inferior any more than girls do.

Take good care of him. Sure, he wants to take care of you, but you have to reciprocate. Learn the things that make him feel valued and loved. For instance, if he loves a home-cooked meal, and you enjoy cooking, then cook his favorite dishes to show him that you love him.

Show him that you appreciate him. Remember what it was like in the beginning, when you'd both do anything for each other. Keep that mindset, and treat him as someone who can't be lost. Just make sure that he's returning the favor and making you feel just as appreciated as you make him feel.

Let him know that you will stick with him through anything. Tell him you will never leave his side. Never give him the "thin-ice" feeling to get your way. Don't threaten to end the relationship to get your way about something really insignificant. On the other hand, know what's a deal breaker and what's not so that you don't carry on a relationship that's not meeting your needs.

What Do Men Want in a Relationship?

What a man wants in a relationship is determined by what type of man he is. Basically, there are two types of men. The first type are modern, self-assured and independent. They appreciate a strong, independent woman who makes her own money and lives her own life. The second type of men love their mother and want a woman who has a lot of her qualities. These men are sometimes labeled as "mama's boys," whether it's accurate or not....

I had time to discus with few of my males friends-what a man wants in a relationship, Straight from the mouths of the guys themselves — it turns out what they crave is simpler, sweeter, and more surprising than you'd ever imagine. Here are the answers i got 

honest
stability 
love and respect
self-sufficient, secure, confident women.
understanding 
faithful
trust
a good cook
obedience
one who believes in herself.

Someone said don't sweat the small stuff. But in a new relationship you definitely need to! Doing little things to show to him that you care will make his heart grow fonder.

Make him feel good in front of his friends and important people. Don't laugh at him but with him.

If you are the kind who will call, text and mail your man umpteen times a day, rest assured he will run out the door in a jiffy. Don't badger him, especially about the future. Take it as it comes and things will just fall in place!

 If he is well-mannered and gentlemanly, then you have scored a 100! "Good manners are a sign of what kind of man he is." Ensure that you have similar values and he's dependable and truthful.

What men REALLY want in a relationship, is a safe place to recharge and renew themselves in order to go back out and face the world and “fight the good fight.”  What men want is a safe, secure, STRESS-FREE environment where they can recover from dealing with the “rat-race” and just relax.

Men want no manipulation of any kind. They do not want to read their partner’s mind or try to interpret signals. They do not want to be forced to move faster in a relationship than they are ready. They do not want to be manipulated into taking all the blame for things gone wrong. They do not want to be on the receiving end of game playing.

Fidelity is an absolute must. In fact, men want a woman who does not have a “roaming eye” and who can wholeheartedly commit to the relationship. Many may define commitment as fidelity plus the willingness to work on the relationship — even when the going gets tough.

Many women treat men in ways that diminish their egos, making them feel inadequate. Men would rather have more praise, more acknowledgment of what they do right, more acknowledgment that they are great guys who are loved and appreciated.

Women think men do not need them, do not value their opinion, their support, their praise. Women also think men do not care about many things important to women, which is why they criticize. Criticism is a way to verbalize resentment.

How to Be a Strong Independent Woman

While some women don't mind leaning on others from time to time, others pride themselves on standing confidently on their own two feet. If you would prefer to be a leader and are eager to make your own way in the world, you may want to dedicate yourself to becoming an independent woman. By doing so, you can increase the likelihood that you are able to handle whatever life throws at you with grace and ease....

Being a strong, independent woman doesn't necessarily require that you be a die-hard feminist. Rather, it means learning to express who you are at your core, whether you are shy and soft-spoken or loud and assertive, without trying to fit a certain mold implied by your being a female. Read this article to learn how to undo this type of societal preconditioning and be the woman you are, whoever that may be.

Don't compare yourself to other women. While there is nothing wrong with having a female role model to look up to, constantly feeling jealous of other women will leave you feeling horrible about yourself. Though jealousy is natural to some degree, western society tends to exacerbate female jealousy through advertisements and films that feature unrealistic standards of beauty. The result is a culture of women who feel insecure and unhappy with their own bodies.

Don't base your happiness on being in a relationship. Having a man (or woman) to love should enhance your life, not define it. No matter how bad you may think you need a relationship, you must first learn to love yourself before you can even begin to love somebody else.

• Remember that nothing lasts forever. Even the perfect relationship might end one day, so you need to be sure that you have a strong enough cushion to land on after a breakup or divorce.

• If you are already in a relationship, be sure you have other things going on in your life outside of the relationship, whether it is school, work, friends, a fitness routine, or your family.

Don't feel obligated to follow fashion trends. Being an independent woman means dressing the way you want, regardless of what people around you are telling you to wear. Use fashion as a way to express your mood, your taste, and your creativity.

Stay educated. Being educated not only gives you the skills and knowledge you will need to pursue your career, it also makes you more well-respected by the people you encounter in your life. Your level of education (whether formal or informal) reflects your intelligence and shows others that you care about things other than your own personal life.

Make decisions independently. While it can be tempting to run your decisions by others, you aren't truly independent if you feel like you must do this. Although you can still ask friends and family for input when facing truly challenging decisions, you should avoid feeling like you have to ask others for advice every time decision time arrives.

Stand up for yourself. Whether you are a man or a woman, you will have to learn to fend for yourself in the real world if you want to avoid being taken advantage of. You must learn how to stand up for yourself at school, at work, and in your social life.Complete yourself. If you want to be an independent woman, you can't wait for a man to do this. Instead, be whole in and of yourself. By doing this, you can ensure that you are fine, regardless of your man situation.

Take care of your body. Personal strength is manifested physically, mentally, and emotionally. If you want to be a strong, independent woman, you need look no further than your own body.

Manage your finances. If you want to be truly independent, you must learn how to pay for your own life so that you don't have to rely on other people. Spend your money wisely, and avoid wasteful or frivolous expenditures.

Give to others. One of the best ways you can exert your strength is to give back to those who are less fortunate than you. You don't have to be rich or affluent to make a positive impact in your community, so start small.

Have self love and respect. What we put out in the universe usually comes back. Karma, so just be aware of what your putting out there.

Finding a strong female role model to look up to can help you find the inspiration you need to feel more independent. This woman can be a family member, a female suffragist, or a female artist or politician.

How to Take Care of Yourself

A Guide for Women

• Take care of yourself, it will relieve some of your stress.
• Practice stress reduction techniques (exercise, relaxation, meditation, distraction)
• Learn to say no. This will actually make you a better caretaker, although perhaps less often and to less people.
• Caretaking more out of conscious choice has less resentment, is more genuine, and this is felt by the recipient.
• Remember letting people help themselves fosters their independence and personal growth.
• Learn and use self-empathy and self-nurturing techniques.
• Some women press caretaking on others.Pressuring someone to accept caretaking is more for the giver then the receiver. This is often experienced as control. (and it is)
• Work on getting to know and understand yourself better.
• Question yourself why you are trying so hard to be a caretaker.
• Try understanding and treating yourself with the same care you give to others.
• Allow yourself to say no, offer alternatives, or even avoid situations if you feel unable to say no.
• Plan for other activities where you routinely spend your time helping others.
• Recognize and allow your own feelings

Establishing a Beauty Routine 
Taking care of the outside of our body is just as important as taking care of the inside; it all goes hand in hand. Whether you create your own beauty routine or go to a salon and have one done by a professional it will do you good. It can relieve stress, boost your self-confidence, and give your face and body a healthy glow. The beauty routine you choose will consist of some of the other facts I've earlier, including eating healthy, exercise, and getting enough sleep.

How to Get Rid of Spots

A spot is the blockage of a gland near the surface of the skin called a sebaceous gland. These glands secrete a substance called sebum, which is an oily substance used to lubricate the hair follicle. Occasionally they can become blocked by excess sebum which mixes with dead skin cells at the opening of the gland, resulting in a blackhead. If bacteria living on the surface of the skin works its way into the blocked gland, the area can become red, swollen and produce a white pus, which result in those whiteheads.

Spots can be caused by hormonal changes such as those at puberty, around your period or during pregnancy. There is also a strong link between increased breakouts and stress, as stress can trigger fluctuations in hormone levels. This is why we always seem to suffer a breakout just before that big event.

Wash your face twice daily. The first step to getting clear skin is to set up a regimented cleansing routine. Buckle down and force yourself to wash your face when you wake up in the morning and before going to bed at night. As tired or busy as you may be, taking the extra few minutes to prep your skin will significantly reduce your acne.

If you wear makeup, never go to bed without washing it all off. Sleeping with makeup on is a surefire way to increase your pimple-count and make getting rid of your acne even more difficult. Use an oil-free makeup remover prior to washing with your regular cleanser to make sure all traces have been removed.

Use a spot treatment, Make a paste of baking soda and water and dab it onto your pimples. Do this nightly before bed and rinse off in the morning to clean out bacteria and scrub away dead skin.

Use a face mask.. Face masks contain compounds that soothe your skin and kill bacteria. Using a face mask 2-3 times a week for 15-20 minutes to dry out your skin and clean out your pores.

Use a “mask” of olive oil rubbed on your face. Give your skin a copious coating and allow it to set for 15 minutes. Then rinse off with warm water, making sure to remove all traces of the oil.

Create a blend of cucumbers and oatmeal. The cucumbers help to reduce redness and fight off dark spots while the oatmeal soften and soothes irritated skin. Blend the two together in a food processor until it forms a paste, and then apply it to your skin for 15-20 minutes before washing off with warm water.
Rub a light layer of honey into your skin, and let it sit for 30 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.

Try using egg whites to clean out and close up large pores. Separate the yolks out of one or two eggs, beat the whites a bit, and apply to your face. You should feel your pores tighten up as it dries; let it set until completely dry. Rinse off the egg whites with warm water.

Exfoliate your face. Exfoliants are mild scrubbing products that work to slough off dead skin cells that build up and cause acne. 

Try tea tree oil. Tea tree oil is an antibacterial agent that can help clear out the microbes clogging your skin. Apply the oil to a cotton swab, and gently touch the swab to any pimples. Avoid using too much tea tree oil — it'll burn your skin, and just make the redness worse.

Always apply a moisturizer. Oily skin produces acne, and if your skin is very dry your body will compensate by creating extra oils. To prevent this from happening, use a gentle moisturizer after you wash your face every morning and evening.

How to get rid of depression?

Depression is a clinical condition, a disease just as real as a cold or flu. Treatment for depression varies widely from person to person, it is like a silent attacker that can attack on your nerves anytime without letting you know that you have become the victim of depression. But as soon as it start getting on your nerves you will start feeling a deep anxiety and other unsecured feelings come to your mind.  but there are some approaches that seem to work more often than others. Read this guide to learn about them and consider which ones are worth trying yourself.

Exercise. Physical exercise releases chemicals in the brain that help boost your mood. It's long been known that vigorous, regular exercise can serve to lessen and in some cases even cure depression in many patients. The best part of exercise as a treatment for depression is that it's basically free. On the other hand, some people suffering from depression find it almost impossible to get motivated enough to start a regular exercise routine.

Control your diet. There's some research that suggests certain dietary guidelines can help people suffering from depression, by providing the body the correct chemical tools it needs to heal the chemical imbalances that often cause depression. The dietary approach doesn't work for everybody, but like exercise, it's a relatively inexpensive treatment that has no negative side effects to speak of.

Eat foods rich in depression-fighting nutrients. Studies have shown links between lowered rates of depression and the nutrients folate, vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, and Omega-3. Start by focusing on foods that are rich in some or all of these nutrients, such as dark green vegetables, legumes (beans), nuts, extra-lean meat, whole fruit, and yogurt.

Get plenty of antioxidants. Antioxidants seem to help the brain (and the rest of the body) stay in better shape overall by neutralizing free radicals, damaging particles that are seen as a leading cause of cellular degeneration over time. Although antioxidants aren't strictly indicated as a treatment for depression, they do allow your brain to function more smoothly overall. Look for foods high in beta carotene, vitamin C, and vitamin E, such as carrots, squash, citrus fruit, and nuts.

Eat complex carbohydrates to relax. Carbohydrates have a well-known stress-reduction effect when eaten, but some carbs are better for you than others. Avoid simple carbs like sugar and milled grain; opt for brown rice, whole grains, and legumes instead.
Get plenty of protein. Protein in foods like turkey and fish helps boost energy and alertness levels, improving overall mood.

Visit a counselor. Counselors are the first line of treatment professionals in the world of mental health. They're somewhat less trained than psychiatrists and psychologists, but they still spend years in graduate school and are highly skilled and knowledgeable in treating depression and other mental illness with the power of speaking therapy. Counselors are usually cheaper to visit than psychiatrists or psychologists as well, making them a good first choice.

Try antidepressant medication. Antidepressants can normally only be prescribed by a medical doctor. Psychiatrists are best qualified to prescribe them, but your regular family doctor may also have some power to judge your mental state and write you a prescription. Antidepressants comprise a wide field of many different types of drugs, all of which have some effect on your brain chemistry, which is generally seen as the source of most clinical depression.

Time to Listen some cool Music!

Music is the thing that can inspire anybody to anything. So when you are feeling depressing turn your self on funky and joyful music that inspires you to live without tensions. Music is one of the best remedy that one can ever do to get rid of depression.

putting your life back together

There’s nothing wrong with a little bit of chaos in your life. As Albert Einstein once stated, “Three rules of work: out of clutter find simplicity, from discord find harmony, in the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” Unexpected challenges are what make us stronger, so don’t avoid them.

Make physical changes to remind yourself that you are a new person. A haircut and new clothing would suffice. Also, cleanse yourself spiritually and mentally to begin a lasting new lifestyle. Meditation is a good way to do this.

Get rid of the negativity in your life. Put family and friends which bring too much negativity toward you on freeze for now. Don't start any trouble with them, but be less reliant on them. Also, cut back on negativity yourself! Whenever you think something negative, say to yourself, "That's negative and unnecessary." Keep saying that to yourself until your brain stops completely.

Create a weekly goal list using three colors.

A black priority would be something that has to be done at a certain date and time, without any exceptions.
A red priority would be something that has to be done by the end of the day.
An orange priority would be something that has to be done within less than one-seven hours. Don't look past 7 days until the priorities are met.

Learn from past mistakes. Everyone makes mistakes. Usually, we make a lot of them during our lifetime. As long as they aren’t repeated too many times, and are looked at as a learning experience, they can in fact be a good thing in the long run.

Write down 10 strengths you have and how you can use them to your advantage. Write down 10 weaknesses you have and how you can improve them. Try to improve yourself a little bit everyday but at the same time keep this quote in mind: "Complete perfection is bliss, but when perfection is met with humanity, it's useless." Never use the word "perfect." Use "improved" instead. The process of improvement is slow, but if you try to improve yourself everyday, in 6 months, the next list you write will be very different.

Build self-esteem. Don't compare yourself to other people and do not limit yourself to the standards of the consensus. To a certain extent, forget judgmental strangers and give yourself enough room to grow.

Volunteer to help others in your community. Helping others is a rewarding way to get your own life together.

How to remove your makeup correctly

Leaving on makeup longer than necessary can clog pores, especially if it is thick makeup or there is a lot on. Removing makeup as soon as you are finished with it is key to keeping gorgeous skin, especially overnight. However, it can be tricky to make sure all of it is gone.

To properly remove makeup, all you need is a proper facial cleanser and eye makeup remover. The goal is not to rub your face raw and don't forget to wash into the hairline and jawline, especially if you use foundation.

Before you begin, you must wash your hands with a soft soap or cleansing foam.

Use a gentle makeup remover just for eye makeup. Regular makeup remover can irritate the eyes. Make sure you get most, if not all, of any eyeliner and mascara you had on, as well as some eyeshadow.

Drape a towel over your head and hold it over a sink of hot, steaming water. This opens your pores and dislodges your makeup easier for cleansing.

Apply a small dab of petrolatum jelly to your lips, and gently rub it in with a tissue. Fold in the tissue, and blot the lips.

Most of your makeup should come off on this stage. Be sure the face wash is gentle and you don't scrub harshly. Your skin has been covered in makeup all day and it needs to breathe!

 It's pretty common to see a bit of mascara or eyeliner under your eyes, and very easy to remove with a dampened cotton swab.

Facial cosmetics and their expiration date

Still hanging on to that stub of your favorite discontinued lipstick? You may not realize it but makeup expires! Using expired makeup can lead to serious skin irritation, breakouts, and infection.

Facial cosmetics are very delicate and can do more harm than good if you do not keep track of their expiration date. Yes, cosmetics have an expiration date, just as medical products do and you should remove them from your cosmetics bag as soon as this date is past. Find out when it's time to let go with this simple guide!

READING THE EXPIRATION DATE
The FDA does not require cosmetic companies to provide expiration dates on beauty products but a few brands list them anyway! Like food labels, some cosmetics have the month, date, and year printed on the package. Others have a symbol of a jar with an open lid, number, and letter. The open lid means the expiration date applies once the product is opened or the seal is removed. The letter is usually an "M" for month or "Y" for year. So if you see "12 M" on the symbol that means the product will last up to 12 months after it has been opened.

MASCARA
Shelf-life: 2 - 3 months
Mascara is a product that you should be extra careful with,This is a product based on water, so it is a breeding ground for bacteria, How to tell: As soon as you notice it's getting clumpy or smells weird, toss it out!
Rule: Stop sharing mascara! This is a guaranteed way to spread germs. 

LOTION
Shelf-life: 2 years
How to tell: A change in color or scent is a dead giveaway for expired lotion!
Tip: Go for a bottle with a pump rather than one in a jar. Lotion with a pump is less prone to airborne bacteria meaning it will last longer because is much more sanitary.

LIQUID FOUNDATION / CONCEALER
Shelf-life: 6 -12 months.
How to tell: If it has separated into layers or the color has lightened, it's time to buy a new one!
Tip: Keep makeup out of sunlight. UV rays can destroy preservatives which will make your products spoil faster.
Concealer: Wand applicator concealers should be tossed within 6 months since they’re likely to grow bacteria. Stick, twist-up tubes, or compact concealers can last up to 12 months, especially if you use a makeup brush to apply the product.

LIPSTICK / LIPGLOSS
Shelf-life: 2 years for lipstick, 1 year for gloss.
How to tell: If you notice your lipstick has become dry or your gloss is extra sticky, they've probably gone bad!
Rule: Testing out shades at the makeup counter is totally fine but never apply directly from the tube. Ask an associate to disinfect it for you then apply with a disposable applicator.

POWDER FOUNDATION, BLUSH, & EYESHADOW
Shelf-life: 2 years.
How to tell: Expired powders tend to be more dry and flaky than new ones.
Rule: Invest in a cosmetic sanitizer and brush shampoo! Cleaning your makeup and tools on a regular basis will help prevent both bacteria growth and breakouts!

FRAGRANCES
Shelf-life: 8 - 10 years!
How to tell: Perfumes that are starting to smell different or lighten in color are definitely expired!
Tip: Bright lights make perfumes oxidize faster. Store them in cool, dark places to make them last longer!

NAIL POLISH
Shelf-life: 1 - 2 years.
How to tell: If the polish is extra goopy or has separated into layers and won't blend after a quick shake, it's time to let it go!
Tip: Next time you're in the beauty aisle, grab a nail polish thinner which is a cheap and easy way to increase the longevity of your favorite polish! Stick with these rules for a healthy beauty routine—your skin will thank you for it!

EYE AND LIP PENCILS
Eye and lip pencils,If you sharpen them every few days, makeup pencils can last a year or longer. It’s time to trash them when they become dry, crumbly, and hard to apply.

ALL NATURAL COSMETICS
All-natural cosmetics: Because these products do not contain preservatives, they should be used or discarded within 6 months.

Here are some more tips that will help you make the most of your makeup:
1. Don’t ever share cosmetics.
2. Don’t put your fingers into the product. Use the applicator 
provided, or a makeup sponge.
3. Keep containers tightly closed, and store them in a cool, dry place.
4. Don’t use water or saliva to ease the application of a product. Doing so 
introduces bacteria into the product, which can cause a host of problems.
5. Immediately toss the product out if there is a change of color, texture, 
or consistency; if the ingredients settle or separate; or if an odor develops.