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Get Into Great Shape Now

Unhappy with Your Current Physical Condition?

Many of us want to get into good shape, and if you asked around, most would probably say that they could do a better job in this area.  As always, OlyLife recommends that if you want to improve your life in the area of physical fitness and health, your first step is to meet with your doctor and get an approved diet and exercise plan.  Once you have done this, get friendly with a good pair of sneakers.

Good Sneakers are Worth the Investment

In order to make the best out of your new workout routine, you'll need a comfortable pair of exercise sneakers.  Don't underestimate their importance in helping to cushion the blow to your joints during a workout.  Talk to a fitness shoe expert and have them help you pick the best shoe for you and your exercise routine.  

Old Sneakers Should Be Replaced

If you intend to use a six-year-old pair of sneakers to begin your new work-out, you may want to rethink this notion.  Materials in the shoes can break down or lose the appropriate elasticity to help protect you. 

So if you want to get into shape and improve your life, meet with your doctor and get an approved plan.  Then get yourself some good workout shoes!  If you do, you will be a step closer to improving your one and only life –That’s OlyLife!

Here are some sneakers and resources that you may want to check out to help you get in shape safely!

 

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Tips For Getting Ahead In Your Career

Move Up the Career Ladder

Most people don’t want to be stuck in the same job for years at a time.  Everyone would like to move up in their career.  OlyLife has some tips on how you can improve your life and get ahead in your career so that you are not left in a job rut.  So, let's get started with a few ideas that will take you a step closer to the next rung on the corporate ladder!

Tip #1 - Do a Great Job in Your Current Position

It goes without saying that the first step to moving up rapidly in your career is to do a smashing job at the responsibilities you already have.  This is a logical “no brainer.”  What folks don’t tell you is there is another step that may help you become first in line as a bright prospect for promotion. 

Tip #2 - Learn More Than Just Your Job

Many folks have earned promotional advances simply because they made themselves more valuable to the company (and the next promotable candidate) by learning more than their current job.  These folks performed their assigned job in an excellent fashion and then devoted a few extra hours a week to learning someone else’s job.  They took the time to learn either a wider scope or a more specialized procedure.  In this way, when “Joe or Sally” leaves their position, this other person is a natural fit for the vacancy.

So, if you want to get ahead in your career then take the time to learn more than your job and you will be improving your one and only life – That’s OlyLife!

Here are some terrific resources to help you advance in your career.

 

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3 Things to Tell Teenagers About Alcohol

Isn't it Obvious that Teenage Drinking is Wrong?

Some folks have the notion that teenage alcohol drinking is not so bad, when in fact teenage drinking is often deadly.  If you want to improve your life, then do not subscribe to the idea that it's ok for teenagers to drink alcohol.  

Teens and Alcohol Don't Mix

Underage drinking can have horrible consequences.  How many of you have read or heard about accidents involving teenagers who were drinking and then driving?  Teens have a hard enough time learning to concentrate on the road.  The last thing that they need is alcohol consumption to cloud their judgment.

Teach Teens about Alcohol - Safety, Health, and the Law

The old adage, “tell them, tell them again, tell them that you told them”  applies when it comes to teen safety regarding the dangers of alcohol.

Three Things to Tell a Teen About Alcohol

1. Drinking alcohol before 21 is a crime which should be taken seriously.
2. Alcohol consumption is not good for their health.  Especially because their brain is going through important changes at their age.
3. Drinking and driving is a fatal combination.  Don't do it - and don't get in the car of someone else who is doing it.

Unfortunately, some parents subscribe to the notion that as long as Johnny or Sally drinks in front of them in their home, then it is ok.  This is utter nonsense!  Refer to #1 above - drinking alcohol before age 21 is a crime.  If you teach a teenager to drink at home and to disregard the law, this is a poor example, and in our humble opinion a formula for disaster.

Actions Speak Louder Than Words

Parents who set a great example by having very controlled or no drinking in their household are more likely to have teens who recognize that the message of alcohol responsibility.  Actions are powerful.  Responsibility in these homes is not just talked about, but lived on a day to day basis.

Get Informed and Talk to Your Teen ASAP

Be a shining light of responsible alcohol management, and you will be one step closer to making the most of your one and only life – That’s OlyLife!  Here are some resources regarding teenagers and alcohol.  Read, get educated, then sit down with your teen to have a discussion about responsible alcohol use.

 

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What To Do After You've Been Dumped

He or She Doesn’t Love Me Anymore

Let’s face it, no one likes to be dumped by a boyfriend or girlfriend, but unfortunately, it is usually a fact of life.  If you want to improve your life, you don’t want to become an emotional wreck over a person who has moved on and is no longer thinking about you as they used to. 

You Were Somebody Before You Met Them

Remember that you are an important person who led a separate life before this relationship began.  Start to think of yourself as a single person again.  Get involved in activities that you enjoy.  Put you first for a change.  Splurge on yourself a little.  You are important! 

The Relationship Wasn't Meant to Be

Believe it or not, there are other fish in the sea.  While it may not be easy, it is helpful to recognize that this boyfriend or girlfriend is not the only one for you.  Should you be sad about your being dumped?  Sure; no one enjoys being let go from a relationship, but pull yourself together and move on.  Focus on the things you can control, like school, your job, physical fitness, etc.  Stop worrying about the old relationship.  Worry never makes anything better.  

There's No Shame in Seeking Help

If you are really emotionally distraught, get help.  There are licensed therapists who are expert at assisting folks who are having difficulty dealing with getting dumped.  If this is difficult, seek help and read some of the information below to give yourself the motivation and the strength to get through the break-up.  Whatever you do - Don’t suffer alone!  Talk with parents, friends, counselors and trusted advisors so that you can prepare to move on and make the most of you one and only life – That’s OlyLife!

 

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Want To Be Financially Smart? Read, Read, Read!

 

Building Personal Finance Knowledge

If you would like to be financially smart, then read, read, read.  The more experts whose teachings you read, the more likely you are to learn how to improve your life by becoming financially smart.  By reading, you will educate yourself enough to understand what your financial planner is advising you to do and why he or she is giving that advice.  It is important for you to become learned in personal finance because the person who is most responsible for your money success is you!

Go Beyond the Basics of Money Management

After reading a lot on personal finance, you will have a pretty good idea of how to manage your money in a smarter fashion.  If you want to be financially astute, then build on this base and go beyond basic money management concepts.  Begin to understand the effects of inflation, deflation, capital gains, irrevocable trusts, etc.  

Knowledge Gives Peace of Mind

The wiser you become, the easier you will sleep at night because you understand why you and your financial planner are taking the track you have planned for your nest egg.  Read regularly on the subject of money and finance and you will be one step closer to making the most of your one and only life – That’s OlyLife!

Here are some resources to help you become financially smart and to improve your one and OlyLife!

 

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Are You Only Good In The Light?

Spiritual Reflection

Is your behavior excellent when others are watching you and not so much when you are unseen by others?  If you want to improve your life, then it would help you to operate as though everyone can see your thoughts and actions.

Be Good Even if No One is Looking

If you know that your actions are not appropriate when you are alone, work on keeping accountability partners near you who can help you operate at a higher level until you can once again trust yourself to live as though you are always in the light.  

The Definition of Character

Well-known pastor and author, Bill Hybels, addresses this very issue in his book, "Who You Are When No One's Looking: Choosing Consistency, Resisting Compromise."  He reminds us that, "character is what we do when no one is looking."  Sometimes we forget how important character is.  Challenge yourself to step above the fray and take measures to build a strong foundation of character in your life.

We at OlyLife want you to have a full and complete life and we want to encourage you in your spiritual development so that you can make the most of your one and only life – That’s OlyLife!

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In addition, here are some books that may help you on your spiritual journey.  So, go on and make the most of your one and OlyLife! 

 

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