How to Sequence Power Yoga

How to Sequence Power Yoga The Ideal Power Yoga Sequence ChaptersWhat Is Power Yoga?Getting Started with Power YogaMaking Power Yoga CountYoga enthusiasts seek out yoga lessons for a variety of reasons, ranging from a desire to get fit to a need to get in tune with themselves on a deeper, more fundamental â€" maybe even on a spiritual level.Many people start yoga hesitantly, sure they need something greater than themselves in their lives but unsure if yoga will give them the fulfilment they seek.Others might see yoga as a way to find their inner balance; a level of peace that has long been missing from their lives.And there are yoga devotees who swear that practicing yoga is the true path to fitness. Naturally, that statement can be made true by also eating right and keeping stress levels in check.What type of person practises power yoga?The shortest answer happens to also be the truest one: anybody who has attained that level of fitness and wishes to may practise power yoga… but we all know that embracing this vigorous style of yoga is not as simple as that.Power yoga, as its name implies, is dynamic. Unlike other types of yoga where holding a pose is the goal, for power yoga, attaining the pose and then the next one is how it’s done.That doesn’t mean that the fundamental trinity of mind, body and spirit are cast aside in favour of a sequence of challenging poses!Let’s sort out exactly what power yoga is before we talk about sequencing any power yoga sessions. Although Pilates incorporates many yoga postures, it is not a form of yoga Image by Meng Tang from Pixabay‘gym yoga’ trend, meaning that yoga become seen as more of a fitness workout than a spiritual one.Power yoga has its roots in Ashtanga yoga, another very dynamic type of yoga that synchronises breath with movement.A typical Ashtanga class will follow a set series of poses, each one held for five breaths. Power yoga moves a bit faster than that; you may only hold a pose for a few moments before your yoga instructor calls the next asana â€" typically by its Sanskrit name.For that reason, we too will only use the Sanskrit names when we describe a typical power yoga workout.Whereas other types of yoga are ideal for meditation and to improve your flexibility, power yoga is great for strength training because you are constantly lifting and holding up your entire body’s weight.Yoga instructors in such classes often call for vinyasas, something you might liken to ‘returning to ho me position’, say, on a keyboard. It is how yogis balance energy flow in their body after a sequence of poses.The typical vinyasa in power yoga consists of a chaturanga, an adho mukha svanasana and an urdhva mukha svanasana. You will flow into the down dog position often during a power yoga session Image by marymccraft from PixabayFor those of you not yet familiar with the Sanskrit terms, those are the four-limbed staff pose, the downward-facing dog and the upward facing dog.For example, your yogi may call out asanas for Surya Namaskara A (Sun Salutation A), followed by vinyasa.An essential component of a power yoga class is flow. You should be able to smoothly segue from one pose to the next. Oddly enough, for as relaxing as that aspect of power yoga is, you will leave your session decidedly energised!Not the type of energised that will drive you to run for miles. You won’t get hyper-energised but you will definitely have a bit of an extra spring in your stride when you leave your power yoga session!Discover also how you can sequence any yoga class…Getting Started with Power YogaClearly, this is not a type of yoga that you can go into cold, so we will start by warming up.The ideal warmup is, of cour se, Surya Namaskara A, followed by a vinyasa, from which you would flow into Surya Namaskara B, a slightly different salutation.Now that you are nicely warm, you will start with the first of 40 to 70+ asanas, depending on the time allotted for your class. Here, we list the first 10:PadangusthasanaPada HastasanaTrikonasanaPrivritta TrikonasanaUtthita ParsvakonasanaParivritta ParsvakonasanaPrasarita PadottanasanaParsvottonasanaUtthita Hasta PadangusthasanaArdha Baddha Padma UttanasanaAll of this may seem like so much Sanskrit to you now but, once you get familiar with the poses and can flow into them effortlessly, you will be happy to master all of them!You might wonder about the number of asanas in power yoga; after all, we did mention that there are anywhere between 40 and 70 of them, not counting the vinyasa or sun salutation sequences.Don’t forget to finish with savasana, you will have earned it!The important thing to remember is that you are not supposed to hold each pose for m ore than a moment. The idea is to flow rather than to feel your muscles and joints burning.And, on that note, a word of caution: if you can match your yoga teacher pose for pose, good on you! But if you can’t â€" and that is perfectly okay, please don’t feel compelled to reach; you will be defeating the purpose of practising yoga.Also learn about yin yoga, a type of yoga where depth is key! Although modified - normally this inversion calls for standing on one's hands, this posture is still strenuous Image by Pexels from PixabayMaking Power Yoga CountSo far, we’ve discussed the sequence for a general power yoga session but did you know that power yoga can be targeted to specific areas of your body?Let’s say you wanted to target abs and glutes.You may start with a mountain pose, do a swan-dive forward into a forward fold, from which you would flow through a vinyasa. From your downward-dog position, you reach your right leg up, keeping it in line with your back, coming out of it with a knee-to-nose which segues into a lunge position and then into a crescent moon pose.From that lunging asana, flow into a forward fold pose. Come out of it by reaching high as you breathe in, and ease yourself back into the mountain pose. Don’t forget to work your other leg, as well!Power yoga is fundamentally a hatha yoga, even though there are far more asanas per session and there is l ess of a focus on breathing. That is because power yoga teachers understand that you must have mastered yoga breathing before signing up for their class.If pranayama does not yet come naturally to you, you may ask your yogi for breathing exercises.As exciting as these power yoga classes might sound, you should approach them with a measure of caution; they require a bit more stamina than a basic yoga class might, say a vinyasa flow class or an Iyengar yoga class.And they move fast! On a breath intake, you adopt one posture and expel that breath while flowing into the next one. That is one reason why breathwork is so important in power yoga.Discussing with your yoga teachers any health or mobility concerns you might have.Naturally, each asana may be slightly modified to accommodate power yoga for beginners â€" maybe alternating between heel lifts instead of adopting the more demanding Tiptoe pose.But if you are keen to get back into yoga after a long time away â€" and especially after an injury, the yoga poses in power yoga and the speed they are adopted may hurt instead of help your healing.You may, in fact, consider restorative yoga or some other, more gentle yoga until you get back to your old self.In all, one might consider power yoga to be a misnomer.There is indeed power to be tapped in this type of flow yoga, and it can be quite demanding but, unlike any cardio routines, it won’t demand every ounce of energy and power from you.Maybe its power lies in the fact that it can lift you up…

What is the formula for velocity

What is the formula for velocity What is the formula for velocity Velocity of an object is a physical quantity, which is defined as the rate of change in the displacement of the given object. Velocity is a vector quantity, therefore it has both magnitude and direction. This is due to velocity of the object being dependent on the displacement which is also a vector quantity. Therefore, velocity of an object measures the rate of change in the position of the object. This implies, if an object travels in a path and reaches the initial point, then the velocity of the object is equal to zero. This is because there is no change in the position of the object. Displacement and distance: Distance is the total path travelled by the object in the given time interval. Distance is a scalar quantity so it has only magnitude and no direction. Displacement is the shortest distance between the initial point and the final point of the object. Displacement is a vector quantity, hence it has both magnitude and direction. For example in the diagram shown above the person is travelling from point A to point B. Later he travels back from point B to point A. Now the person in back at the initial position. This way the net displacement of the person equals zero. This implies, the velocity of the person equals zero. In the diagram shown above, a person travels from point A to point B. The curved path shows total distance travelled by the person, whereas the straight line signifies the displacement of the person from point A to point B. This displacement is used to calculate the velocity of the person. Units for velocity: Velocity is calculated as the rate of change of displacement. Displacement is a measure of length and rate is the measure of time. Therefore, in the MKS system the units for displacement is meters and the units for time is seconds, this makes velocity of the object have unit m/s. In CGS system the units for displacement is centimeters and units for time is seconds, this makes velocity of the object have units cm/s The other commonly used units for velocity are miles/hour (MPH), KMPH, ft. /s. Displacement and time graph: The velocity of an object can be analyzed using the displacement time graphs. The following are some examples of how the velocity is dependent on the displacement time graph. In the diagram shown above the displacement of the object is constant with the change in the time. This implies that there is no change in the displacement with respect to time. Hence the velocity of the object is zero. The displacement time graph shown in the diagram above is a straight line. Here the line has a fixed slope which implies the object is travelling with a constant velocity. In the diagrams shown above the displacement time graph of an object is a curved line. This implies that the velocity of the object is non-uniform. In the first graph the velocity of the object is increasing. In the second diagram the velocity of the object is decreasing. Average velocity and instantaneous velocity: The average velocity is the rate of change of the displacement over a given time period. This implies for average velocity the displacement is considered over a time interval. This can be represented as shown below: The instantaneous velocity is the rate of change in displacement at that point of time. This implies instantaneous velocity is the derivative of displacement with respect to the time. This can be represented as shown below: Questions related to velocity: Question: A vehicle travelled 40 Km North, what is its displacement? Solution: The displacement will be 40 KM North. This is due to the vehicle travelling North is the shortest distance travelled by the vehicle between its end points. Question: a) A car moves 40 Km North and 60 KM to the south what is the displacement? b) Find the velocity of the car if the time taken is 2 hours? Solution: a) The net displacement of the car is 20 KM South. This is due to displacement is the shortest distance between the start and the end point. So the magnitude of the displacement will be equal to 60 KM 40 KM = 20 KM. The direction will be 20 KM, South. b) Here displacement of the car = 20 KM, Time taken for the travel = 2 Hr. Using the formula for velocity. Therefore, the velocity of the car = 20 KM/ 2Hr = 10 KMPH. Question: a) A car is travelling 40 KM North and 30 KM East. Find the net displacement? b) What is the velocity of the car if the net time taken in 4 hours? Solution: Here since the car is travelling, North and then East, for the net displacement the shortest distance needs to be calculated. For the displacement the shortest distance between the start and the end point needs to be found. So the displacement is the magnitude of the hypotenuse = (402 + 302) = 1600 + 900 = 2500 = 50 KM. Therefore the net displacement will be equal to 50 KM. b) The net displacement of the car = 50 KM. The time taken by the car = 4 hours. Using the formula for velocity. Therefore, the velocity of the car = 50 KM / 4 Hr = 12.5 KMPH Questions on average velocity: Questions: A man is walking 5 miles in one direction for 2 hours and continues to walk another 4 miles in the same direction for 1 hour. Find the average velocity by which the man covered the distance? Answer: The total displacement travelled by the man = 5 miles + 4 miles = 9 miles. The total time taken for the man to walk = (2 + 1) hour = 3 hour. Using the formula for velocity. Therefore, the Average velocity of the man = 9 miles/ 3 hours = 3 miles/hour. Questions: A man is walking 5 miles in one direction for 2 hours and continues to walk another 2 miles in the opposite direction for 1 hour. Find the average velocity by which the man covered the distance? Answer: The total displacement travelled by the man = 5 miles - 2 miles = 3 miles. The total time taken for the man to walk = (2 + 1) hour = 3 hour. Using the formula for velocity. Therefore, the Average velocity of the man = 3 miles/ 3 hours = 1 miles/hour. Question: A man travels in a circular path and land where he started. Find the average velocity with which the man travelled if he takes 30 minutes to cover the circular path. Solution: In this question the path is a circular path. The person lands where he started so the net displacement of the man is equal to zero. Hence the velocity of the man is also equal to zero.

Actively Reading the SAT Reading Test

Actively Reading the SAT Reading Test Today’s blog post kicks off a 3-part series that contains the secret to success on the SAT. That may overstate it a bit, but make no mistake, students who take this approach to the SAT uniformly do much better on the test. Today we will be focusing on the SAT reading test.So what’s the secret to the score of your dreams on the SAT? Let’s get right to it: you need to be an active test-taker.What does it mean to be an active test-taker? We’ll get into what that means for the SAT writing and math sections in future blog posts, but for now we’ll focus on active reading comprehension on the SAT.A Good Example of Active ReadingA Not-So-Good Example of Active ReadingI’ve tutored the SAT for eight years now, and in that time I’ve seen students take many different approaches to the test. I’ve watched hundreds of students working their way through SAT questions and practice passages. There have been good strategies, bad strategies, and no strategies at all.Here is the worst way students approach reading comprehension on the SAT: passively. With their hands in their lap and pencil on the table, leaning back in their chair, letting their eyes drift over the reading passage. After a few minutes, they look up and say “I’m done!” And when I ask them what the passage was all about, most of these students have a hard time accurately summarizing the main argument.Our SAT tutors help students learn to conquer tough SAT reading comprehension passages by changing their approach. The best SAT reading comprehension strategy is simple and straightforward: read actively, not passively. Let’s talk about what it means to read actively.The Five Fundamental Steps of Active ReadingPosture (and attitude) matter. Don’t discount the importance of sitting up in your chair, pencil in hand, and with some tension present. While being too nervous can hinder your performance, some nerves are helpful to keep you alert and focused. If you make it a habit to read every SAT rea ding comprehension passage with pencil in hand, you’ll be more likely to engage with the passage and take notes. Which brings us to step 2…Take notes while you’re reading the passage. This is the piece of advice students least want to hearâ€"it’s rare to find a student who voluntarily takes notes while reading. However, this is probably the single most important recommendation in the list. Note-taking while you’re reading serves several purposes: it helps you find answers more quickly when you return to the passage; it helps you actively process the author’s arguments; and it helps you stay focused better than just reading does. So what should these notes look like?Write a brief summary of each paragraph in the margin. What should your notes not look like? Every line of a paragraph shouldn’t be underlined, and there should be actual words written down in the margins. Underlining, circling, and starring has its place in note-taking, but the point of taking notes on SAT reading passages is to process actively. When you know that you have to briefly summarize each paragraph, you’ll have an easier time focusing on what you’re reading and thinking about its purpose in the context of the passage. Just underlining everything may help your eyes follow along with the words, but it doesn’t help you make sense of what you’ve read.Write down the author’s main argument once you’re done reading. Don’t head straight for the questions! Take 30 seconds to process what you’ve just read and decide what the author’s overall argument is. Are they for or against an issue? What kind of evidence did they use? Do they agree or disagree with most other people in their field? Many SAT reading comprehension questions will ask you about the significance of a section of the passage in the context of the main argument of the entire passage. If you don’t know the main argument, you’re at a major disadvantage. Remember, don’t let yourself off the hookâ€"a ctually write the main argument down on the page. It’s the only way to make sure you really understand the passage!Practice active reading on the SAT reading comprehension questions as well. Active reading strategies aren’t just for reading the passage itself. SAT reading questions can be tricky. Make sure you take the time to read each question carefully. Circle or underline important words or line references, and take the time to refer back to the passage. Work through the answer choices methodically, eliminating wrong answers as you go. Read the answer choices actively and carefully tooâ€"sometimes an answer will look tempting, but one word in the answer is wrong and disqualifies it. The correct answer will answer the question being asked and be factually correct.Still having trouble with SAT reading comprehension? Try these bonus tips:Make a movie of the passage in your head. Stay with me hereâ€"I know this sounds cheesy and irrelevant. However, research has shown  that the ability to visualize what you’re reading is a strong predictor of reading comprehension success. So if you’re having a hard time focusing on a passage or understanding it, pretend you’re turning it into a movie and you’re the director. What does it look like visually? How do the actors relate to each other? What’s the body language and the unspoken subtext? You’re reading one of those dry passages from the 1800sâ€"now imagine Frederick Douglass standing at a podium on a hot summer day, thundering down judgment on a crowd of people ready to congratulate themselves for being on the right side of the slavery controversy. Imagine them exchanging shocked glances, faces burning with embarrassment. All of a sudden, the passage comes alive and you, the reader, get it on a much deeper level.Know yourself. Most students have passages they like and passages they don’t like. This varies from student to student. Some enjoy the Frederick Douglass passage mentioned above (that’s me !), while others would read passages about astrophysics and varieties of oak trees all day long (definitely not me). Self-knowledge is an important component of success on SAT reading comprehension. Because I know that I struggle to focus on science passages, I hold myself to a higher standard on those passages. I diligently summarize each paragraph and write down the overall main argumentâ€"no exceptionsâ€"even though I’d rather skip over science passages entirely. Be honest with yourself and identify the types of passages you struggle with. Then, double down on those passages on test day.SAT reading comprehension is tough for everyone. Sixty-five minutes straight of reading challenging passages and answering complex questions is a test of not just your reading ability, but also your ability to focus on a task for a long period of time. Learning to be an active reader on the SAT isn’t a magic pill for score improvement. However, practiced consistently, active reading will consi derably improve your confidence on SAT reading comprehensionâ€"and ultimately your score as well.

LSAT Tip of the Week The Logical Reasoning Section

LSAT Tip of the Week The Logical Reasoning Section LSAT Law School Blog In order to truly master the logical reasoning section on the LSAT you must first master the different types of questions that you may encounter. Learning to identify the question type will allow you to attack each problem in the most efficient manner. There are about seven reoccurring question types which include: flaw, assumption, inference, strengthen, weaken, paradox, and principle. You can read more about the frequency of each of these question types in this article on Magoosh. As stated in the article, the three types of questions you will encounter most frequently will be assumption, flaw, and inference questions- so we will spend some time highlighting these three this week. First, an assumption question will give you an argument that is missing an important component, and you must choose the answer choice that best fits in with the argument. You can find a detailed explanation and example on 7sage. Next, a flaw question is one in which there is not proper support between the premise and conclusion â€" AKA there is a “flaw” in the relationship between the two. You can find example questions and a detailed explanation on lawschooli. Finally, in an inference question you must choose the answer that is most supported.

5 Tips for Landing an On-Campus Job

5 Tips for Landing an On-Campus Job via Pexels.com 1. Consult your college career center. Most likely your college or university has a career center you can visit, where you can obtain information, updates, and guidance about potential career and job options. Starting at the career center is a great first step, especially if you aren’t quite sure how to start in the first place. While most college students probably visit the career center for advice and guidance on future job possibilities, the career counselors there can also be a great resource for those who are looking for an on-campus job. And as career counselors are trained to point you in the right direction, they may also be able to suggest a good on-campus job that lines up with your interests and potential career options. So, if you are at a loss for where to begin, visiting your college career center is certainly a great place to start! 2. Work on making your resume the best it can be. An extremely important part of any hiring process is the resume. In any situation, of course, you want your resume to stand out and show off who you are as a professional individual, which is also relevant to any on-campus jobs you may want to apply to. One great resource to help you improve your resume, as mentioned previously, is the college career center at your school. If you know at least generally what kind of job you will be applying to on-campus, the career counselors there can help you figure out what to emphasize on your resume so that you can display your relevant, previous work experience and academics. Which leads to the next point 3. Capitalize on your academic achievements. When putting together your resume, it’s a good idea to focus on your academic accomplishments. Whether you’re applying for a job as a food server in the dining hall or a paid internship as assistant to the dean, you should do your best to make known your academic achievements (such as honors, awards, and GPA) to show that you are a hardworking and determined individual. Especially if your academic work relates to the job you’re leaning towards, emphasizing your academic achievements will certainly work in your favor. For example, if you are an engineering major, your academic history (such as the classes you’ve taken and the projects you’ve worked on) may be valuable if you want to work on the IT team on-campus fixing things such as computers and screen projectors. 4. Apply to multiple on-campus jobs. Applying to several jobs at once will increase your chances of getting hired for at least one of them. Even if there are some jobs that don’t perfectly line up with your dream career, it certainly doesn’t hurt to apply to several of them maybe some of them work well with your class schedule and would be convenient for you. Whatever the case may be, having at least a few other on-campus job options is ideal so that you have something to fall back on, just in case your first option doesn’t work out. 5. Prepare for your interview. Just like any other job in the real world, it’s definitely always important to prepare for an interview. The type of interview questions will most likely be different depending on what kind of job you’re applying to, but generally you should have some standard answers prepared. That way, no matter what the interviewer asks, you will already have something in your mind that you can quickly use. All in all, landing an on-campus job doesn’t have to be complicated. If you follow the effective and strategic methods outlined here, you may soon be able to find an on-campus job that suits you.

Things No One Tells You About Being an Intern

Things No One Tells You About Being an Intern Image via Isorepublic.com   The first few days will be an overwhelming information overload… Be prepared, because the first day of your internship will be an information overload. You will likely go to orientation and social events, where you will be given many instructions and meet many people. You will likely sit through multiple presentations. You might even be given some reading material to help you get started in your position and to learn more about the program or company you will be working in. The first day of your internship will be fun and exciting, but it will also be hard for you to remember everything. To help you remember what you learned, you should bring a notebook and pen to quickly jot down notes about who you met and what was discussed during orientation meetings. It’s also a good idea to bring a folder to store any papers you might be given, since you don’t want the papers to get lost at the bottom of your backpack. Having these supplies within your reach will help you prepare for the fun, overwhelming, information-heavy first day of your internship. …But you will become a pro in no time! Don’t get discouraged or overwhelmed by all the information you need to take in on the first day. Similarly, don’t be discouraged if you do not understand things the first time around. You won’t be like your co-workers, who have been in that workplace for a longer period of time. You should not expect yourself to have all the skills and knowledge on the first day of your internship. Isn’t the whole purpose of the internship to give you those skills and knowledge? Instead, focus on improving yourself during the internship. Throughout those few weeks, you will see how much you learn and grow (not only as a young professional, but as a person, too!).  Throughout your time at the office, you will practice the skills you have learned until you become so good at it, it will become second nature. By the end of your time at your internship, you will become a pro at what you have done there. However, this will not happen overnight! Give yourself time to learn, and you will become an efficient, skilled worker. Don’t be afraid to ask questions Especially on the first day of your internship, you will have a lot of questions and will need some guidance to start your project. Do not be afraid to ask for guidance or to ask any questions you might have. When people say “there is no such thing as a dumb question”, they are right! You will be a better worker if you have your questions answered. It’s better to ask a “dumb” question than to make a mistake on a project because you did not ask for help. Instead, ask for help when you need it, particularly when you are first starting out and still learning how things work at the office. Asking questions will save you lots of trouble throughout the course of your internship. Infographic by Alyssa Laffitte It’s important to have a mentor Your mentor is likely the person you will go to with your questions, so it is important to have a mentor to help you out. Your mentor does not necessarily need to be your boss. In fact, you might not even see your main boss every day, so your mentor will need to be someone who is in the office with you day-to-day. Specifically, your mentor should be someone more experienced in the field, who is available and can dedicate time to train, coach, supervise, and guide you. This person will help you when you get stuck, and make sure you are learning what you need to learn. Specifically, they should be available to train you during your first few days at the office. Your mentor will be a resource to help you be successful in your internship. Forming a relationship with a more experienced co-worker that can help you throughout your internship will make all the difference in your internship experience. You should use your internship as a networking opportunity Of course, a major part of an internship is gaining experience in your chosen field. However, another important part of an internship is to network with people who have already established themselves in the field. The people you meet at this company could help you find a job in the future, or they might introduce you to someone who will (OR, you might help them!). It is always a good idea to expand your professional network. Part of networking is maintaining the relationships you formed during your internship even after you leave; specifically, the relationships with your co-workers and your boss. This can be as simple as sending a quick email every few months giving them an update on your life. Keeping in contact with your internship network might make them more willing to write you a recommendation letter when you need to apply for jobs or graduate school. Similarly, if you want to work at the same company, they can put in a good word for you. These are the benefits of knowing many people in the field. While you are completing your internship, make an effort to get to know people in the workplace and keep in touch with them even after you leave. You never know if you will need each other in the future! Effective communication is crucial in the workplace You have heard this many times, but communication is crucial in the workplace. Effective communication will form you into not only a good worker, but a good friend, too. You must mean what you say and say what you mean. Similarly, you must make an effort to be sure you understand what other people are saying. This will prevent misunderstandings that will lead to problems. Here are some general tips for effective communication: Ask for clarification when you do not understand something. Just as you should not be ashamed to ask questions, you should not be ashamed to ask someone to clarify the message they want to communicate to you. Use the “parrot” technique. The “parrot” technique involves repeating back to someone, in your own words, what they said to you. This will give the other person the opportunity to correct any misunderstandings you might have. In other words, it ensures you received the message the other person was trying to convey. Think before you speak. Before you say anything, take a second to think about the best way to convey your message. It may sound simple, but it is very important! Ask if the other person understood you. Following these tips will help you communicate well, and in turn, avoid misunderstandings in the workplace. You should treat your internship like a real job Although your job may “only” be an internship and you may “only” be an intern, you should treat your internship like a real job. In other words, you must take it seriously. You must arrive and leave on time, keep lunch breaks to a reasonable length, follow the rules, respect your co-workers and boss, and genuinely try your best in your work. These are all things you will need to do when you have an actual job. If you treat your internship like a real job, you will be more likely to be a successful intern. You will produce high-quality work and gain the respect of your co-workers and boss. They will see your true potential, that you will be a fantastic worker to have on their team! Distractions will be a big problem, but you can avoid them Part of respecting your workplace and treating your internship like a “real job” is to keep all distractions away. For example, even one notification on your phone can ruin your momentum. Scrolling on social media for just one minute will do the same thing. These distractions will keep you from doing your work. They will break your workflow and your concentration, and it is scientifically proven that it will take you a few minutes to return to your original level of focus. Also, if you have already been distracted, it will be difficult to break away from your distraction and return to work. For that reason, it’s better to avoid the distractions in the first place! To avoid distractions, you should keep your workspace as clean as possible. For example, do not have unnecessary tabs open on your Internet browser. (If you’re like me, those “unnecessary tabs” are likely social media websites, which will be very tempting to open when you are bored at work.) Similarly, you should physically stash away distractions, too. If your work does not require it, do not use your computer. If you must use your computer, download a browser plugin that will block certain websites during work hours. You should also physically stash away your cell phone, too. Although distractions are tempting, they can be avoided with those tricks. When you avoid distractions, you will be a more productive worker. In turn, you will gain more from your internship experience. On the last day of your internship, you should ask your boss for feedback When your internship comes to an end, it would be a good idea to ask your boss for feedback. Asking for feedback shows you are eager to learn and continue improving yourself. Your boss will appreciate that. Specifically, you should ask about the areas in which you need to improve. Don’t take this feedback too personally. Instead, use it to become a better worker for your next internship or job. Additionally, you can also ask about the areas in which you performed well. You will know to continue doing these things. Your boss’s advice can help you grow to become a better, more productive worker. Image via Isorepublic.com Your internship is a valuable learning experience At the end of the day, your internship should be a learning experience above all else. You will learn not only the technical details and the day-to-day life of someone who works in your desired field, but you will also learn how to be a good worker, connect with others in the field, and decide if it is for you. You will learn a lot about yourself as a person, too. For this reason, you should take a few minutes after you finish your internship to reflect on your experience. Did you enjoy it? Why or why not? Could you see yourself doing something like that for the rest of your life? If you liked the industry, could you see yourself working full-time in that workplace? It’s okay if you ended up not enjoying your internship experience. An internship is a great way to decide if you want to stay in an industry or not, and if you didn’t enjoy it, maybe you should consider pursuing a different field. It’s better to switch majors now than to change an entire career path later on in life (although it can be done, it’s better to find out sooner rather than later if you do not like a specific field). All in all, see your internship as the learning experience it is. Use it to guide your next steps in life as you discover more about yourself and your field of interest.

Finding the Right Child Care Option - Aloha Mind Math - ALOHA Mind Math

Finding the Right Child Care Option For most working parents, finding the right care for their child is a quite a challenge, considering they need to leave their children in the best hands while away at work. With various childcare options that are available these days, parents can breathe a sigh of relief and ensure they find a safe and reliable child care facility. Here are some of the options parents can consider: Crèches/ Day Care Centers A popular option for most parents, day care centers offer various facilities for children across different age groups. A day care is considered a safe option as children not only interact with kids their age but also are watched well in an almost home like environment. Kids have play time, nap time and feeding time and follow a disciplined schedule. Most big cities have day care centers which are usually open between 8am and 8 pm on weekdays. In metros,daycare centersmay offer extended hours and some may even be open for 24 hours to cater to the growing number of parents working night shifts. Nannies/Baby Sitters Nannies and baby sitters work well for mothers who need child care support for a few hours during the day when they are out on work. Enrolling with an agency for child care or contacting your local association will help find a nanny to help out with the baby. Alternatively post an Ad in the local magazine or papers for your requirement to find a reliable nanny. Interviewing the nanny and going by the previous work record and recommendation will go a long way in finding someone good and reliable. Family If you live in the same city as your parents, nothing can beat the comfort of being able to rely on a family member to look after the child. Usually one finds grandparents are flexible and happy enough to look after your child, whenever it is required. This is the best case scenario since you will be rest assured your child is in safe hands. It is essential to consider all options before making the right choice for your child. Evaluate the various types of childcare available, quality and cost.After all, every parent wants the best care for their child at all times.