Sonja, Author at Hello World Live

Oct202021 by SonjaNo Comments

Notable Current Fashion and Lifestyle Trends

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Our lifestyles are often defined by our social events, how we stay in shape, the products we use, our beliefs, and the clothes we wear. Let us look at five of the top lifestyle trends in these areas. House Parties and Events In the past year and a half, the covid-19 global pandemic has forced plenty of food and entertainment establishments to close down. And those that have remained open currently find themselves working at half of their regular hours and even fewer employees. Still, as the old saying goes, “if you cannot go to the party, you should bring the party to you,” many people have managed to adapt and continue with their lives. From a lifestyle perspective, this entails holding celebrations and other events within the comfort and safety of your own home. As such, many...

Oct202021 by SonjaNo Comments

Sound Investment: Being in Harmony With Financial Freedom

Finance

Being financially stable can be a vague term for most of us. How can you confirm if you are indeed secured financially? Is it measurable by your assets, your job, or by having enough cash on hand? Nowadays, many young adults prefer to focus on virtual investments. Cryptocurrencies and stock markets are on the rise, thanks to innovative practices. We all want a comfortable lifestyle where we can take care of our loved ones and pamper ourselves once in a while. Simply put, we aspire to have financial freedom. This goal frequently demands us to work harder and discover new sources of income to make our dreams a reality. Boosting Savings When we discuss the necessity for a reliable source of income, most people immediately think of having a job. On the other hand, there are times when a mon...

Oct182021 by SonjaNo Comments

Toxic Family Members: 5 Ways to Deal With Them

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Despite how much you love them, there are some members of the family who almost always get on your nerves. And that's if you love them, there really isn't any way to fully get rid of people who are connected to you by blood. However, there are ways to manage the anger that comes with their behavior. Some of the best tips have been discussed in the article below, so read on to find out the best way to handle your annoying relatives. Keep Your Cool Remain calm in all situations. It might be the annoying way your aunt keeps talking while eating at the family dinner or the awkward jokes your uncle keeps making. Whatever it is, it's best to have complete control over your actions, and the best way to do this is by keeping your cool. Take a deep breath whenever you begin to feel...

Oct162021 by SonjaNo Comments

Exciting and Memorable Activities You Can Do During Childhood Boredom

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Boredom is a natural childhood condition that will happen to every kid at some point. It's just the way they are wired. The important thing, then, is to find activities that can keep them entertained for hours on end without causing too much fuss in the process. We have compiled this list of childhood boredom busters so you can always have an activity ready when your child starts complaining about being bored. So read on! Board Games for Bored Kids Board games are brain teasers that require strategic thinking. They work well for older children, but there are also brain games for kids available in the market today. Brain games help improve brain function and enhance memory skills by activating several parts of your child's brain at once. It is not only fun to play with but can be a gr...

Oct132021 by SonjaNo Comments

Ready, Set, Retire! Preparing and Enjoying Your Retirement Years

Finance

The average age of retirement across the United States ranges from anywhere between 61 and 66. The actual age differs per state, obviously due to several factors. Instead of viewing retirement as the end of things, one can take the more pleasant road and take retirement as the golden opportunity to enjoy the fruits of a life’s worth of toil. The so-coined FIRE movement (Financial Independence, Retire Early) is growing in popularity. Its popularity might speak to most, if not everyone’s, dream to finally enjoy “the easy life.” Of course, though, to truly enjoy a comfortable retirement takes more than just dreams—it requires actual preparation. How Much Savings Do You Need for Your Retirement? On average, a good nest egg for retirement ranges between $700,000 and $1 million in the U...

Oct122021 by SonjaNo Comments

Fun Activities That Kids Can Do on Their Free Time

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Kids these days are often glued to their tablets, phones, and game consoles. Gone are the days wherein a child wants to play outside and do fun activities with other kids. Technology has taken over them, and as parents, you should let them experience fun activities. One of the most significant components of a child's existence is their ability to play and explore. Why? Because games such as hide and seek, board games, and pretending to play house teach kids to think imaginatively and adequately engage with one another. When children explore, they progress intellectually, gain various emotional abilities, and learn how to think about the environment surrounding them. In a nutshell, playing and exploring are critical to the growing stages of your children. Here are some activities you can...

Oct92021 by SonjaNo Comments

Top Ways to Renovate Your Home Efficiently?

Home

With the emergence of new styles and trends, it is inevitable to redecorate or redesign your homes. As easy as it sounds, renovating a house takes time and effort. Here are some important things to keep in mind so that you will not waste time and resources when renovating your home: Finalize your design Before renovating your house, make sure that you already have a well and well planned out design. This prevents you from committing any mistakes and saving your resources. Prepare your budget Building or remodeling a home can be a time-consuming and expensive endeavor, and people all have spending limits that they do not want to go over. Make sure that the design you chose fits your budget. Always make a rough estimate of the overall cost of the home renovation ...

Oct92021 by SonjaNo Comments

Three Ways to Pull off an Excellent Online Portfolio

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Finding top talent in a saturated job market has become more challenging in recent years. While this means higher opportunities for potential growth, snagging the best candidate among the competition takes innovation. For companies, this means that growing a team requires more than just a glance at resumes; you have to investigate deeper to know what makes each candidate stand out. To rise above the competition, creative professionals rely on their online portfolios to showcase their skills, products, services, or other bodies of work. An online portfolio specifically benefits writers, designers, artists, photographers, artists, and architects. For example, an aspiring writer who wants to undergo a self-publishing process would need a compelling writing portfolio to score more clients a...

Oct92021 by SonjaNo Comments

Top Cryptocurrency Tips That You Probably Never Knew About

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The cryptocurrency market size is expected to be valued at 2.2 billion in 2026. This is equivalent to an annual compound rate of 7.1% from 2021. The tremendous growth comes as more individuals realize the benefits of crypto trading and investment. Moreover, the growth can be attributed to the rising adoption of cryptocurrencies for payments and transactions in the US. If you are interested in cryptos, you must be aware of the risks and demands of this new venture. Keep reading this cryptocurrency guide to learn the top cryptocurrency tips that you probably never knew about. Have a Purpose What's your motive for venturing into cryptocurrencies? If asked, most crypto traders and investors reveal that they are in the game for the money. This is somewhat true as everyone hopes to grow th...

Oct52021 by SonjaNo Comments

Mind and Body: Wellness Despite the COVID-19 Crisis

Health

Since the onset of the global health crisis, many health concerns were brought about by the quarantine period and the COVID-19 pandemic. Apart from the virus, mental health concerns due to the prolonged quarantine period have begun manifesting. Our physical and mental health are interconnected, so it should always be a priority to ensure that both of these aspects of our health are well taken care of. Despite the difficult circumstances, you should find ways to take care of your physical and mental well-being. The recent vaccine rollout has allowed some areas to be more lenient with their quarantine restrictions. Depending on your area’s updated protocols, you could choose to treat yourself to a medical spa to keep yourself in good shape. Allow yourself to enjoy your alone time now and ...