As the holiday season comes closer, many of us will have at least a few days away from work. While it can be easy to assume that these will be quickly filled, the truth is, if you’re the type to get bored over the holidays, you’re not alone. With the cold weather forcing most of us to stay inside, if you’re worried about getting bored or not spending these holidays productively, here are a few things you can do to stay entertained: Bet Online There are so many odds comparison websites available, that if you’re serious about making some money while you’re away from work, you’ll find plenty of opportunities. Whether you like betting on sports or playing fun games, if you find you have some spare time and you’d like to earn some extra money, betting online is a great way to pad your income so you’ll have more…

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Getting fit outdoors is an excellent choice if you’re planning to be healthier. You get to experience some great scenery and environments. Best of all, it is often completely free. There may be some expenses, like buying clothes or hiring a bicycle. But once you have the right gear, it costs nothing to go and explore what the world has to offer. If you decide you want to get fit outdoors, you need to ensure you do it safely. If you don’t take precautions, there could be hazards that cause you injury. Before you go wandering anywhere, make sure you do the following things. Know What You’re Doing Never been hiking before? Don’t know how to sit in a canoe? It’s best not to go off into the wilderness if you don’t know what you’re doing. The best way to get started with anything is to join in with other…

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The temperatures have been steadily dropping for the last month now, and there’s a definite bite in the air! When it’s cold like this, there’s nothing quite like kicking back and relaxing at home in the coziest environment possible. While this is a fantastic way to treat yourself, making time like this is actually really beneficial for your health too as it reduces stress levels. So if you really needed another excuse, here are some of the ways you can plan for a comfy and cozy night in at home! Run a Hot Bath A hot bath is the perfect way to warm your bones and get relaxed, particularly if you’ve just come in from the cold! You could treat yourself to a bath bomb, some bubble bath or some luxurious bath oil. Pamper your skin and hair with hydrating masks, and soak away all of your troubles. Don’t forget…

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A new survey by Bidvine has found that the average person’s social media profile picture is actually 2 years old. When we consider that most people check their social media as soon as they wake up, and update our profiles daily, it’s surprising to learn that the average profile picture is so old, and may even be up to four years old. The aim of the survey was to discover how people are presenting themselves online, and 2,000 online dating and social media users were asked about how up-to-date and recent their profile pictures were, which led to some surprising and interesting results. For those looking to make quick updates, using a tool to edit PFP can help refresh and enhance your profile image to keep it current and engaging. Those using dating apps like Tinder and Grindr were the most likely to frequently change their profile pictures, and would…

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High heels can make your legs look longer, improve the shape of your rear end, and make you feel more confident. For all of these reasons, women around the world love to wear heels. But, these shoes can put a lot of strain on your feet and legs. Read on to learn how to keep your body healthy and still indulge in your high heel addiction. Choose Shoes with a Gentle Incline The steeper the angle between your heel and your toe, the more pressure is placed on the ball of your foot when you stand and walk. Try wearing platform heels to keep the added height of heels but minimize the angle of your foot in the shoe.Beware the Shape of the Toe Box A sharply pointed toe box is the height of fashion, but it can wreak havoc on your toes and the bones in your foot by…

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Traveling can be rough on your looks- while we would like to think we all wake up looking like those pretty travellers on Instagram, most of us are dealing with breakouts, dry skin, stress, bags from poor sleep, and more. Here are some of my top beauty essentials when traveling: Makeup Remover This one seems obvious, but so many girls don’t bother to remove their makeup when flying or on an overnight bus or train, and then wonder why they’re constantly breaking out. Sorry ladies, but you need to take that makeup off. It’s fine to want to look cute in an airport and once you land, but for overnight flights you should take along your sweats, toothbrush, makeup removing wipes, and one of the excellent Timeless HA serums to keep your skin moist and protect it from the drying air in the plane. Skin Care This is a big…

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The festive period is fast approaching, and we all like to enjoy some merriment. There will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy Christmas parties and have some festive drinks. Of course, you want to enjoy yourself as much as possible, but it’s also important to be safe. So, this is a guide for how you can enjoy a safe and joyful Christmas drink this year. Don’t Over Indulge Yes, Christmas is the time for overindulgence. In fact, it’s the one time of the year that it’s acceptable for us to over indulge. We all eat and drink a little too much, and that’s part of the enjoyment. But, when going for a Christmas drink (or two), it’s important to be sensible. You have to make sure you don’t overindulge too much. This is always going to end badly. If it’s the work Christmas party, then you risk making a fool…

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Regardless of which side of the political divide you are on, it’s been great to see how we could soon be seeing the first female president of the USA. So it seems like the perfect time to check out a few other inspirational women, and see how they’ve managed to beat the boys at their own games. The world of politics is full of inspirational women from the German chancellor Angela Merkel who won the Time Person of the Year accolade, to International Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde. And Hillary Clinton has managed to somehow survive all of the abuse to provide us all with some timely advice on how to succeed in what’s perceived to be a man’s world. And who could deny the powerful story of Malala Yousafzai who was shot in the head by Taliban gunmen for going to school, and went on to deliver endless inspiration…

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The internet is an amazing thing, and as we get closer to winter, and the days get shorter and colder, it’s likely that we’ll all be spending much more time online. Sometimes, though, it can seem that we go around and around with the same old websites and we can quickly get bored. Here are some interesting ways to entertain yourself online: Play Bingo Bingo is a great way to have some serious fun, and you’ll even be able to find a list of the best new bingo sites to win on, with up-to-date and relevant information about the top sites that have been evaluated by experts. These include a number of different sites with signup bonuses, so you may even win big before you spend any of your own money. Get Writing Always fancied yourself as a writer? November is all about NaNoWriMo, which is when experienced and novice…

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It’s getting to that time of year where planning Christmas decorations is just about allowed. From thinking of gorgeous festive colour schemes to buying trinkets and trimming the whole house from top to bottom, there’s so much to think about it’s perfectly acceptable to start planning now. Here’s some tips and tricks for Christmas lighting to get you started on creating a seasonal spectacular: Traditional If you’re a true traditionalist and love your warm white fairy lights, then there’s no need to stray away from your winning formula. White fairy lights look classic and chic and add a gorgeous festive glow to any room. Wrap strings of fairy lights around the tree to give it a sparking edge and don’t be afraid to put them in other areas of your home too. Trendy One of the key lighting trends of 2016 are neon lights and light up block letters. Use…

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