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NEW YEAR, NEW YOU You Don’t Have to Wait for the New Year to Set Goals
When the new year rolls around, many are excited to throw themselves into a brand-new routine to achieve some pretty lofty goals and resolutions. With the start of a new year, people have high hopes of a chance at making some drastic changes. But, did you know that there’s a day that researchers have found that most give up on those resolutions? The second Friday in January is known as Quitters Day. According to research, it can take anywhere from 18 to 254 days for a person to form a habit and around 66 days for a new behavior to be automatic for that individual. I remember being in high school, and while having a discussion with my teacher toward the end of the year, I told her I would hit the books harder next year. She scoffed at me and told me that I should be doing that now, not putting it off. That is why I’m not much of a fan of New Year’s resolutions — I believe that if you want to see change in yourself or a certain aspect of your life, the time is now to change it. There shouldn’t be any waiting around for the beginning of the year to get started. That adds some unnecessary pressure to the cause.
throughout your day, you should not have caffeine after noon because this may wind up affecting your sleep. By getting some exercise, even if you can only fit in a 10-minute walk into your day, you can help yourself to get to sleep and stay asleep. Eating too closely to your bedtime can also impact your sleep. I’ve been trying to eat earlier in the evening to induce better sleep. Avoiding “nightcaps” or consuming alcohol close to bedtime can also ensure that alcohol isn’t the culprit keeping you up at night as it is known to lead to fragmented sleep. I don’t watch television or look at my iPhone when I’m lying in bed, getting ready to drift off to sleep. Research shows that the lights from these devices can negatively affect your sleep as well. Setting goals and constantly working on yourself is a great thing, but you don’t need to wait for the new year to get started! You are a constant work in progress and improving yourself shouldn’t wait! How can you work on a better version of yourself today? Maybe you want to be a better friend or parent. Possibly you’d like to learn a new language or instrument. Are there ways to make your workouts more enjoyable? The time is now.
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Setting goals and constantly working on yourself is a great thing, but you don’t need to wait for the new year to get started!
Whether you would like to eat healthier, get into a more routine exercise program, sleep better, spend more time with your family, quit smoking, or become more organized, the time is now to implement that. For me, one thing that I am working on is getting a better night’s sleep. Experts say that making your bed makes it more inviting to crawl into at night. Even if you feel like you’re running out of fuel
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BRINGING BACK A LOST ART Your Guide to Writing a Thank-You Note
A 2019 survey by Ask Your Target Market showed 80% of respondents appreciate receiving thank-you notes — but only 22% of respondents report regularly sending them. That’s a pretty big discrepancy. During the holiday season, you probably received several gifts and may have been hosted at a family member’s house, so now is the perfect time to revive the dying art of the thank-you note. If it’s been a while since you last wrote one, fear not. Here’s everything you need to know to get started. Know When a Note Is Needed. You should strongly consider sending a thank-you note any time you receive a gift, but they are particularly expected after big events like weddings or showers. It’s also good form to send a note whenever someone has done you a big favor or hosted you at their house. Professionally, thank-you notes should always be sent after job interviews. Notes should be sent as soon as possible, ideally within one month of the gift or event. Use Paper. It may seem old-fashioned, but that’s exactly what makes it special. In fact, the Ask Your Target Market survey found that 72% of respondents thought handwritten notes were more meaningful than electronic ones. Even if your handwriting is messy, your recipients will appreciate the personal touch. Exceptions apply for thank-you notes sent after job interviews — due to time sensitivity, these are best sent via email.
Be Specific. Especially when you’ve got a large stack to get through, it’s pretty tempting to write the same note over and over again, changing only the salutation. Don’t give in! While it’s fine to have a template, recipients will recognize when the note you sent them is generic. Be sure to mention exactly what you’re thankful for (not just “the gift”) or how you plan to use the gift. Now, you’re ready to let people know how much you appreciate them in a way that’s both simple and classic. Your family, friends, and colleagues will be impressed, and who knows, you just might start a trend.
Testimonials
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MUST READ! A Doctor Referral From Your Attorney May Kill Your Case
it as a sinister money-making scheme cooked up by those two, using you as their lackey. The defense will likely make your medical treatment a conspiracy where the doctor got paid for unneeded treatment to jack up your medical bills so the injury attorney — and you — could make more money. Suddenly, the jury believes nothing you or your lawyer says. That means you get a cheap verdict — or none at all. Slick, huh? There is an exception to the rule, though. If you have a workers’ compensation case with a need for a second opinion (which is rare), your attorney will likely need to be the one making that referral.
already got a specialist who knows all about your case, so it makes sense to stick with that doctor to finish your care.
You can also go to your regular doctor for a referral to a specialist.
And yes, if you truly don’t know where to turn, your lawyer should be able to suggest specialists to consider. Just make sure there’s no pre-arranged business deal between the attorney and the doctor.
Spoiler alert: Here’s the real reason you need a squeaky clean doctor.
If you’ve been seriously hurt and meet with a lawyer who wants to send you to one of “his” doctors, it’s time to find another lawyer. While it may seem harmless, a doctor referral from your attorney can kill your case before it ever even leaves the ground.
Your doctor is one of the most important witnesses in your case, and you can’t risk a jury not believing them because they think the doctor is in cahoots with your attorney.
So what do you do for medical treatment when you get hurt in an accident?
But why?
First, always use your health insurance. You can follow the recommendations of staff who treat you in the ER. If you’re hurt badly enough to need emergency or immediate surgery, you’ve
If you’re worried or wondering about any aspect of your injury case, call us today at 888.230.1841.
At trial, the defense will expose the relationship between your lawyer and the doctor and cast
CHICKENWITH LEMON HERB SAUCE
Good News
“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22–23 “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’” Jeremiah 29:11
Inspired by FoodNetwork.com
Ingredients
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1/3 cup and 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
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1/2 cup parsley, chopped
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1/3 cup mint, chopped
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4 boneless chicken breasts
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1 1/2 tsp pepper
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1 clove of garlic, minced
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1 lemon, for juice and zest
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1/4 tsp salt
Directions 1. Preheat oven to 450 F.
4. In a blender, add 1/3
cup olive oil, garlic, salt, parsley, mint, pepper, and lemon zest and juice and blend ingredients until coarsely mixed.
2. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil.
3. Season chicken with salt and pepper if desired and sear it in the skillet for 3 minutes on each side. Bake chicken until its internal temperature is 165 F.
5. Top chicken with sauce and serve!
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New Year, New You
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The Lost Art of the Thank- You Note
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Testimonial
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A Doctor Referral From Your Attorney May Harm Your Case
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Chicken With Lemon Herb Sauce
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The Street Vet
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The Street Vet SAVING THE LIVES OF HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS’ PETS
Veterinarian and animal advocate Dr. Kwane Stewart, known in his docuseries as “The Street Vet,” has his own veterinary practice in Modesto, California, but still makes a point to help the pets of the homeless population in town for free. He began this selfless act of heroism in 2011 after the Great Recession hit and has since helped well over 400 animals, even tending to a Burmese python at one point! About 25% of Modesto’s homeless population own a pet, and back in 2011, Dr. Stewart noticed that many needed medical attention. This tugged at his heart strings. Knowing that many would
individuals and their pets is unlike any that he sees in his office. “Keep in mind that they are with their pet every minute of every day,” he says. “That’s not the case with most of us.” He notes that seeing these special pet patients makes him feel as if he has a superpower. Dr. Stewart recalls that growing up, he wanted to be either a vet or Batman, and now, he gets the best of both worlds! Dr. Stewart often spends his spare time wandering the streets in search of pets that need his help, offering free vaccinations and medical care. He notes that the homeless population is just like us, but they have fallen on hard
times, and their pets are their companions and lifelines. In helping the pets, Dr. Stewart builds a special bond with their owners. To be able to make a difference in the lives of sweet, innocent animals and their
come for free pet medical attention if he set up a table near a soup kitchen, Dr. Stewart jumped
at the opportunity. What he thought would be a one-time event eventually turned into a regular act of heroism. Now, Dr. Stewart has the ability to step in and save the day for both the pet and owner at no cost. Dr. Stewart has found that the bond between homeless
owners is the most rewarding type of work — the dream job Dr. Stewart could have never even conjured up before he selflessly started living it.
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