Lifestyle Karma

When you were a kid, you’d ask Santa Clause for big biceps. Just like the ones Arnold Schwarzenegger flaunted in Terminator or just like the ones that aid WWF Star Wrestler Triple H, while pinning every opponent to the floor! However, now you’ve grown and have hopefully come to terms with the fact that big [...]

The world would fail to function as a whole if not for our abilities to interact verbally. Communication (verbal or non-verbal) is what ties one individual to another. Our faculty of speech is what sets us apart from all the other animals, thus enhancing a more systematic approach to life. Effective communication is imperative to convey [...]

If you are woman in your mid 40’s or early 50’s, then you are headed for arguably the most dreaded experience of feminine life - menopause! This is probably one of the most testing periods in a woman’s life for it signifies the end of the fertile era of womanhood. At the same time however, [...]

Our eternal quest in life is to find true happiness, which is impossible without the feeling of intrinsic self-worth. While some of us choose to believe that we are born as flawless creatures, the others strive to get better, if not be the best! The desire to reform positively comes from inside and if we [...]

Menopause is one condition that all women go through in their lives at some point or the other. While some face it with confidence and strength, others give up to the different mood swings and changes in their bodies that they experience during this phase of life. As such, depression is one of the most [...]

Do you think that the deliciously delightful world of candies as once depicted by Mr. Willy Wonka will never be yours? If yes, do not fret. The world of candies has not ignored those individuals who are not so lucky in their sugar intake abilities. It has swept individuals off their feet making the sugar [...]

Whether placed in the corner of a room, intricately wrapped and hung through the doorway, or spread as a centerpiece on a table, flowers add the much-needed touch of beauty to any space, thereby brightening up the whole location. And be it any occasion, whether birthday, marriage, anniversary, Valentine’s Day, or even death, flowers fit [...]

The difference between kids and adults in terms of exercise is that most kids love exercising and most adults don’t! If your children enjoy the outdoors and like to scamper around and play, then why not make it more fun for them? Exercises are meant to build children physically, just as they are getting trained [...]

Oatmeal is one of the most favorite breakfast dishes, not so much for its taste as for its various nutritional values. It is loaded with proteins that give the perfect energy boost to a lethargic body at the start of the day. It is also believed that the daily consumption of oatmeal can reduce the [...]

Aren’t you listening? Where are you lost? Did you hear that? If questions like these play up regularly in your daily schedule and you end up mocking yourself up after every little instance, know that you need to sharpen on your listening skills. Most of the times, it happens that even if we score a [...]

Birthdays mostly come once in every 365 days (except for the unfortunate leap year cases!). This is the one day when a person is given the limelight and is made to feel the most special person in the world across. Arranging a birthday party or throwing a surprise birthday bash is a good way to [...]

Fed up of watching your kids and even elders avoiding spinach because of its bitter taste! How about preparing quick spinach salads that are not just visually appealing but also appeal to the taste buds? Spinach has scores of antioxidants and vitamins stored in it and should not be avoided at any cost. Besides keeping [...]

Life at the workplace consists of moments of stress and moments of fun, but most often it is the former that rules a majority of the situations. And mind it, stress is not always built up due to work overload. Stress and its most common offshoot, anger is also the result of the unbearable attitude [...]

Are you bored of the same old spring vegetable and chicken rolls? How about some aromatic cinnamon rolls for your breakfast? This sweet pastry served commonly in Northern Europe and North America has now become a favorite treat all over the world.  Also known as cinnamon buns, cinnamon rolls are sweet doughy breads made of [...]

There is a saying that with age people start behaving back as kids. Well, true to an extent, since with growing age a person’s body starts getting weaker and weaker and also the person’s brain stops working as efficiently as it used to. Well, in order to keep the body functioning properly, you can control [...]

When it comes to the battle of mind perhaps no other game comes closer to this than a game of chess. Chess, the game has become synonymous with focus, concentration, the ability to devise innovating strategies and the capability to think far ahead. Indeed, when it comes to exercising the mind, even if you leave [...]

Self esteem is the narrow line between success and failure. If you have good opinion about yourself, you are leading your way towards high self esteem and success in return. But if you portray bad opinions on your personality, then you are experiencing low self esteem, leading towards failure. However, your confidence, outlook, and thinking [...]

Summer is the worst time for cooking and staying for long hours in the kitchen is something really dreadful. Cooking up simple and delicious recipes in a toaster oven might be a better idea than to fight it out with sweat in the kitchen for long. People mostly think of microwave ovens when easy cooking [...]

You’ve been called in for an interview in your dream company, but you are still nervous simply because you have no idea on what parameters will you be selling yourself to your employers. All that you can recall is your name and a brief background about your education and qualifications. And, then what? You go [...]

If you love cheese, then resisting a cream cheese cake would be practically impossible. Sweet, moist, succulent and tempting, a cream cheese cake can make any individual go nuts. Plus, the versatility of a cream cheese pound cake is such that it can be included in all meals of the day. Whether it is breakfast or [...]

Flaunting a perfect body on the beach or in a high-class party is the dream of every person, be it a gal or a guy. Remember, no one is born with a slim and sexy figure. It is just the kind of lifestyle you are indulged into that reveals through your body. Besides, a lot [...]

Whether it’s your parents who are constantly nagging and keeping an eye on you or your spouse hiring a secret agent to keep a check on all your movements in his/her absence, lack of sufficient freedom can make anybody feel trapped, thereby causing suffocation. Whatever be the reason, every human being has equal right to [...]

Diabetes, or high/low blood sugar level, is one dreaded condition for the number of constraints it puts when it comes to eating. The diet must be regulated to cut out all sugar and simple carbohydrates from the patient’s palate. Simple carbohydrates pose a threat to diabetics by breaking down in the liver and getting converted [...]

For mothers, feeding their kids can prove to be much harder than bearing labor pains, what with running around with morsels in spoons, chasing them all over the house, and finally getting them to gulp their daily food can prove to be quite a task indeed. Even your best recipes will be looked upon with [...]

The New Year has just started. You must have surely made some resolutions for this year, right? So, what have you planned to achieve this year? Career, success, love, family matters, or education? Or do you wish to change your persona from being a demanding and rude person to a compassionate and polite one, similar [...]

Pork chops seared in a hot skillet with a brief smear of sweet and sour marinade! Enough to get your taste buds turn mouth-watering! Though pork chops turn out be a little inexpensive compared to other cuts of meat, that doesn’t stop them from being cooked into a flavorsome and appetizing meal. Chops come from [...]

Pregnancy heralds a time of wonder and joy. With each passing day you can feel both your body and unborn baby changing rapidly. However, no pregnancy is without its share of complications flustering the anxious mother-to-be. Healthy foods rich in vitamins, minerals and fluids such as juices and water are of the essence during pregnancy. [...]

Different people have different approaches towards life depending on their thinking. Remember when your class teacher had put a glass half filled on the table and asked each of you about your viewpoint in school. While some said it is half empty, other students saw it as half filled. No matter both the groups were [...]

You might have read the series of books titled “Chicken Soup For The Soul”, but have you ever wondered why these books were titled that way? Well these books were international best selling inspirational books, but they have nothing to do with chicken soup in any way. They, however, do show how popular and well-liked [...]

We all look upon someone or the other for the much-needed inspiration and motivation to carry out our activities. And we even succeed in finding one such person. But how many of us stick to our plans in order to achieve success? Probably, just a few of us. Reason being we fail to stay committed [...]

Are you wondering why the beef you have grilled, or fried or barbequed does not taste up to the mark? Instead of succulent, tender and juicy meat, do you have to be contended with dry and rubbery excuse of a beef dish? If such is the case then you must know that you have missed [...]

Meeting new men and establishing relationships is not a new sight. But finding one whom you want to marry is something what the world refers to as a challenging task. Especially women who are exceptionally gorgeous, stunning, clever, and successful, usually land up at the question that reads - if I’m a perfect marriage material, [...]

Mobile phone has become not just a necessity, but a statement of style, an accessory that no one nowadays can do without. Indeed, now it is very difficult to find someone without a mobile phone. It can be said that mobile phone is the only gizmo, perhaps after the watch and TV that has managed [...]

Ever tried making salmon? Do you always end up ruining your salmon dish, either by leaving it too soggy or over cooking it? Result? All that you are left with to eat is dry and flavorless salmon piece. But by mastering a few tips and techniques, you can make your salmon turn out extremely yummy, [...]

Ever peered into the deep labyrinths of your mind to discover what you could never begin to imagine you possessed? We are all complex beings with layers and layers of traits to decipher and uncover. When we employ certain mind control techniques, we communicate with ourselves and are better acquainted with our mental assets. Once [...]

The very symbol of a Gemini is an alarming sign for those trying to center their attraction on a person belonging to this sunsign. Beware of the twin personalities! As these are people who seem to be sweet talking creatures, can turn into a whim the very next moment. However, apart from their unpredictable nature, Geminis [...]

Man, being social being, cannot live without relationships of any sort, be it family, friends or conjugal. Being in a relationship is considered to be one of the best experiences of life, with all its ups and downs, trials and tribulations, love and heart break. In fact, it can be said that state of relationship [...]

It’s not a wise idea to show your desperation to the man you want to get back in your life. Never make your love and feeling for him an obvious thing that he will eventually notice. This will only make things worse and you will be on the verge of loosing him forever which is [...]

One must try pork chops at barbecue get-togethers. They taste great when served with a few vegetables and when had with lemonade, beer or other beverages. A tip while trying any pork chop recipe is to choose tender meat and trim the excess fat off the pork chops before you start cooking them. Barbecues are [...]

There are many ways to mark beauty. For a girl it may mean dimpled cheeks or cascading hairstyles or a breathtaking figure. For a guy it usually doesn’t go beyond muscles - bulging biceps and taut, muscular, compartmentalized six packs. Those who don’t have six pack abs can’t wait to get them. And the sooner [...]

Life consists of so many ups and downs that most often we only stand to stare at the abyss instead of looking up at the stars. As a result, pessimism and lack of self confidence and self esteem becomes the ruling principle. Many of us are also so battered in the struggle of life that [...]

Many people are accustomed to eating French onion dip or bacon and horseradish dip with their chips. However, very few consider crab dips as a tasteful snacking choice. Hot crab dip is one of the best ways to enjoy a crab dip. It is nice to provide some appetizers such as chips and dips when [...]

Just as it is believed, a human body is very complex in its structure. It is formed from many organs and systems, with each part playing a significant role in the proper functioning of the entire body. One such system is the muscular system. The human body comprises of over 650 muscles, allowing an individual [...]

The concept of interior decoration has gathered momentum these days with people becoming increasingly interested in sprucing up their homes. Whether you are redecorating or shifting into a new home, you can completely transform your living space by giving your walls a colorful makeover. However, most of us hardly think beyond the options of paint [...]

The name itself is sufficient to visualize how luxurious and classy would a lamb soup be. Considered to be on the menu of a special occasion or festival, lamb transforms any meal into a lavish preparation. Be it a rice delicacy, luscious kebabs, grilled steak, gorgeous casserole, or a simple soup, lamb enhances the flavor [...]

Salsa, apart from being the popular Latin-American form of dance music, is also a type of condiment referring to spicy hot sauces. Salsa in the Spanish language means a sauce which serves as an accompaniment with snacks. To the Americans, it implies the spicy condiment made primarily from tomatoes and is used as a dip [...]

Okay! Before we move on to the play time, let’s get a clear-cut perspective on the issue at hand. Raising the flag high and sticking it to the ground declaring “I’m the king of this world” isn’t self esteem. It’s simply called being an overrated smug. Having self esteem is when you’re able to stand [...]

In many cases it is seen that houses are not well built which makes them dingy as the misplaced windows end up blocking sunlight. Moreover, there are some rooms like the basement to which people attach least importance with respect to overall design, function and livability. The basement in a home is usually used for [...]