How to Cope with Your Job
Doing your job sometimes means going beyond the call of duty to accomplish a thing. Going beyond the call of duty occasionally entails doing something that is completely ridiculous. You have no choice but to follow it without questioning or objecting it if you want to keep your job. In fact, there is a study sponsored by JobsCentral conducted from May-June 2013 that shows 2 out of 5 Singaporeans received strange requests from their boss which is not included in their job description.
Sometimes, the best way is to follow the boss’s strange requests without objections. But as an employee, you have the right to decline any job that you did not sign up for. Surviving your current job is important unless you are thinking of looking for another job which is a lot harder. It is crucial that you have strategies to survive your job. Here are some strategies that you can consider:
1. Start the day right. Thinking that every day is a new day takes a lot of patience and mind setting. You should avoid negative things and focus more on the positive side of everything.
2. Be healthy. When you are healthy, chances are you can endure everything including your difficult or strange boss. You have to eat right and exercise regularly.
3. Get along with co-workers. The workplace will not be that bad if you get along with your co-workers. If you get along with your co-workers, you will help each other in times of difficulties.
4. Balance. No matter how busy you are from work, it is important that you balance it. Allot time with the family and social life. Do not just give all your time in your work because you will be exhausted.
5. Maintain distance. If you noticed that your boss is different or strange, it is good if you maintain your distance. Do not get too close because familiarity breeds contempt.
6. Know when to quit. If all else fails, why force yourself to deal with your job? It is not practical to quit but if takes many good things about you, you should risk it. There is always the right work for you. Take time to discover it.
Graciousness to Mentally Ill Neighbours
Not all people are gracious enough to help other neighbours let alone understand or endure their shortcomings. For those with neighbours, friends or family members with mental conditions (those who are enduring and suffering depression, schizophrenia and dementia), they should be gracious enough to look out for them. People suffering from mental conditions are struggling enough it will not do them good if we judge them and discriminate.
Let us all make a difference by making the lives of mentally ill neighbours easier and forget about stigmas that are usually associated with mental illness. As a neighbour or a concerned citizen, it is important to overcome the stigmas associated with mental illness.
Stigma means someone is judging someone basing on his/her personal traits. Stigma can either be subtle or obvious depending on the person judging and how the mentally ill takes it. If you understand the mentally ill, there will not be problem. Apart from overcoming stigmas, here are some things that you can do for your mentally ill neighbours:
Accept
The basic thing that you can do is accept the person. There is no use looking back to the person he/she was once. Senile dementia or mental deterioration for example is related to old age. You cannot just wish that he/she will get younger so you can restore your likeness to him/her. Accepting them and living with that will help a lot.
Take Them seriously
Sometimes, mentally ill people do things out of the ordinary. It is important that you do not laugh at him/her or make fun of him/her. They have feelings too you know. It can reduce their self confidence and self worth. You should take him/her seriously.
Separate the Disorder from the Person
Think that the disorder and the person are different, that they are not the same. For example, if your neighbour or loved one was once happy and cheerful, you should still see them like that despite the illness that they have.
Commuters are Happy of the New Direct Bus Service
Most of the commuters of the City Service 651 commended the comfort and the convenience of the rides. The service begins from Jurong West Avenue 3 that passes at the Ayer Rajah Expressway then finally the Marina Boulevard. The new direct bus service proved that commuting need not be a horrible experience. Commuting can be a fun experience. But there are others who despise commuting. Well, if you have no choice but to commute, you can make the most out of it.
If you commute to school or work every day, you can at least do productive things while you are in it. Here are some suggestions that you can consider so you can enjoy every minute:
Read a book. Instead of staring, you must put your time in good news. You can begin by reading a book or newspaper. Whatever you prefer, you will surely have fun while commuting.
Listen. You can either listen to music which can soothe your soul or you can listen to audio books. If you choose to listen to worthy topics, look for audiobooks with topics that you like.
Write. If you aspire to be a writer, you can grab the time and practice your writing. You can write on a piece of paper or you can use your laptop.
Think about solutions. If you are worried about something, this is the perfect time to think about possible solutions. Your time will not be wasted.
Enjoy the sceneries. If you do not want to do other things except stare at the window, it is better if you just enjoy the sceneries.
Commuting is part of life. In fact, it is recommended. Instead of bringing your car which can burn fuel plus traffic build up, it is better to commute that way you can save plus you can help mother earth. You can meet a lot of people there so do not worry. Commuting does not need to be boring and dull.
Dog Care Tips: Do Not Neglect Dogs
You should know that neglecting of dogs here in Singapore is an offense. There was a case when a man repeatedly neglected his dog for over a year. The SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) came to the rescue when they heard about the animal cruelty or abuse. The man continuously leave his dog under the sun and rain with little food. With this, he has been fined a total of $5000.
The lesson here is that when you are not ready for the responsibilities of being a pet owner, it is better not to consider it at all. Think before you act so no living thing can be in danger. If you are ready to have a dog or any pet, you should consider dog care tips. Here are some tips that you can employ:
Provide a conducive environment. Your dog deserve a good environment. They need love and affection. You can start with your dog walk, securing toys and many more. The most important thing here is you find time playing with them.
Proper medication. When your dog is sick, do not just give human medications like Ibuprofen and Naproxen. When your dog is sick, go to the doctor and do not delay it.
Regular examinations. You should make sure that the overall health of your dog is considered from the teeth to their weight. Do not forget about getting vaccinations and treatments from flea and other parasites.
Microchip. There are dogs that get lost. Some can find their way home, some do not. If you want to ensure that your dog can come home, you can consider microchip implants. You should register it to the maker.
As a pet owner, you should make sure that all the needs of your pets are met.
Why You Should Paint Your Home Inside and Out
Painting the interior and exterior of your house increases its real estate value and so much more. The following are the main reasons why you need to keep a fresh layer of paint on your walls.
Painting increases the value of your property. Especially to Singapore homeowners who are planning to sell their houses, giving the walls a fresh coat of paint is a good start. For quality results, you might want to hire professional painting services to do the job for you.
House painting enhances curb appeal. The first thing a person will notice about your house is its exteriors. Giving your house a makeover on the outside improves its visual attractiveness as seen from the sidewalk. This is very important when you are putting your house on sale.
Painting keeps dust to a minimum. If your house has plaster walls, painting the surfaces can keep dirt and dust at bay. For tough surfaces, use high quality paint products. It is good to invest in professional painting services like colour view painting from Singapore because they will help you choose what type of paint is appropriate for the kind of walls you have.
Painting can promote healthy air quality. This is possible when you use zero-VOC or low VOC paints and finishes for interior walls, trim, and other surfaces. Many Singapore home painting services for example colour view make use of these products because they reduce odors and fumes, thus promoting healthy air quality.
Painting hides permanent marks. Do your walls have permanent marks or stains that are difficult to remove? Painting your walls is the best solution to cover those stubborn discoloration and blemishes. Just make sure you apply paint the right way, because if you don’t, it might just lead to other house painting problems, such as blistering, alligatoring, or chalking.
Painting helps protect exterior surfaces. Professional painting services are a good investment, especially if you want to protect your house from unpleasant weather conditions. In Singapore where it is generally humid, painting your exterior walls with quality paint makes them stronger.
House painting is an inexpensive way to remake your home. If you are already bored with the old appearance of your house, changing the colors of your walls can give the spanking new look you most want. Many households in Singapore are finding out low-cost ways to refresh their properties, and they often discover that getting painting services is all it takes. A gallon of paint absolutely costs less than a piece of new furniture. Painting is indeed the easiest, fastest, and cheapest way to transform a mundane space into a whole new world.
Painting your house can create positive energy. Colors are magical. They have the ability to affect your outlook on your living environment. For example, if the interior of your house is dark, you may feel that you are living in a strict environment. On the other hand, if your walls are painted yellow, orange, or any “happy” colors, this can have a positive effect on you. You may feel light and happy.