Ann & Richard

I was diagnosed with anxiety, and it is something that I wasn’t expecting. It took a toll on all the aspects of life. I became too anxious about almost everything, and I began to feel scared all the time, even without a particular reason. My anxiousness escalated, and it made me choose isolation. I distanced myself from family and friends, and I quit my job because I was too scared to make mistakes at work.

With all the changes that my mental health disorder has caused me, it made me realize one thing – I can’t let this continue. Yes, I am not emotionally and mentally unstable, but I know I have to regain myself back no matter what. Thus, I went to find the right coping strategies that I know will help me reduce my anxiety. And here’s the answers that I found from some of the frequently asked questions.

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How can I get rid of anxiety fast? 

You can immediately get rid of anxiety if you follow these tips. Exercise daily to allow yourself to feel good, take deep breaths, meditate, and prioritize your inner peace. Always get enough sleep and avoid drinking too many caffeinated beverages. Quit smoking and alcohol drinking. Take a bath regularly and eat a well-balanced meal.

Basically, this all means that a lifestyle change is a must. When I tried working on these tips, I somehow noticed positive changes in my mental health.

 How can you reduce the physical symptoms of anxiety? 

Self-care is the most recommended strategy to reduce the physical symptoms of anxiety. These include prioritizing enough sleep, eating a well-balanced diet, getting physically active, and trying relaxation techniques. It also has a lot to contribute to having a healthy lifestyle and avoiding alcohol, caffeine, and nicotine.

There is no excuse for this. Once you get committed to doing it, you need to find the right motivation to continue the positive routine. Of course, there are slipups, but you should not feel discouraged about it and still focus on getting better health.

 What stops anxiety instantly? 

For immediate relief from anxiety, you need to identify and learn to manage your triggers. Try standing up, place your feet widely apart, position your body and shoulders straight, then breathe deeply. This proper posture, combined with minutes of deep breathing, helps your body calm and relaxed as it signals the brain that there is no danger in an instant.

Usually, 10 to 15 minutes of meditation works perfectly fine. As long as you do it regularly, there is a great chance that you will also feel comfortable with your mind and body.

 What helps severe anxiety? 

Severe anxiety can cause a lot of damage. Therefore, you need to learn to manage your triggers. Work on a daily self-relaxation or meditation routine to keep your body and mind active and healthy. If anxiety symptoms persist, adapt cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) or ask a doctor about possible medications.

Note that symptoms vary from one person to another. If you think that your mental health condition is getting way out of hand, seek professional help immediately. That way, you can develop better strategies to deal with the mental condition together with your doctor’s help.

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 What to drink to calm nerves? 

The calming drinks you can add to your favorite list are kava tea, warm milk, valerian root tea, and peppermint tea.

These are natural drinks that provide great benefits with fewer side effects.

 Can anxiety have physical symptoms? 

Yes. The anxiety that is related to GAD manifests in certain physical symptoms like insomnia, restlessness, stomach upset, and fatigue. You can also consider the feelings of nervousness and restlessness and experience a sense of danger, which potentially increases heart rate.

When you feel like these physical manifestations are present, make time to ask for a consultation. It is always better safe than sorry.

 Does anxiety go away when you ignore it? 

No. Ignoring your anxiety will not help as it does not make it go away. Unfortunately, the relentless thoughts continue, and you can’t just stop thinking about your stressors instantly. It would help if you found a better way to manage anxiety to the best of your ability.

 How long can anxiety last? 

Heightened anxiety attacks usually happen within 10 minutes. It rarely lasts more than 30 minutes, depending on the coping mechanism used by an individual. But during that short time, a person may experience the severe terror that makes him feel as if he is about to die.

 What triggers anxiety? 

Anxiety triggers include health issues such as cancer or a chronic illness. It can also come from medication, caffeine, skipped meals, financial concerns, negative or overthinking, pressure, social events, conflict, stress, and other personal triggers. There is no exact moment as to where anxiety hits, so it is essential to recognize the possible cause.

 How do you stop being nervous? 

To overcome nervousness, remind yourself that it is normal in any uncomfortable situation. Sometimes, it can even help keep you in a positive headspace. Release your anxiety by breathing deeply. Visualize calmness and change your focus. You can also take time to express your feelings by talking to someone that understands your condition. It could be your family, schoolmates, workmates, friends, or significant other.

Does CBD help anxiety? 

Yes. A recent clinical test showed that CBD could effectively reduce certain anxiety conditions such as social anxiety disorder (SAD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

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 What vitamins are good for anxiety? 

The vitamins recommended for anxiety reduction include Vitamin D, Vitamin B complex, L-Theanine, Ashwagandha, Omega-3, valerian root, and magnesium.

But before taking any of these, please be mindful to ask your doctor for prescriptions. Avoid taking over-the-counter medicines for your anxiety disorder as they may cause harm in the long run if not properly administered.

 Can you self treat anxiety? 

Self-treating a mental health condition is possible, but not all times reliable. Managing anxious feelings is quite effective when it often involves relaxation techniques and an active lifestyle. However, if these changes and health measures do not bring anxiety under control, you need to consult an expert or a mental health specialist to gather other treatment avenues.

 What is a drug that calms you down?

Benzodiazepines are drugs that are common prescribed by therapists. It is also called minor tranquilizers or sedatives that control different levels of anxiety. It quickly works, normally bringing immediate relief within 30 minutes to an hour.

Takeaway

You must learn more about your anxiety before deciding on taking a few steps. Be mindful that your mental health condition requires a definite solution. Don’t take your well-being for granted.

Stabilized mental health is significant in a lot of ways. It can make you create better decisions, allow you to think positively, and make you cope with problems and enjoy life to the fullest. There is nothing more soothing than having peaceful and clear thoughts despite all the uncertainties around. I’ve observed a lot of people do everything to keep their mental health intact. While some prefer to use clinical methods such as therapy and medication, I see others who work things their way. I know some individuals that choose gardening, cooking, sewing, and other productive things like that. Some also turn to music, where they venture into composing songs and playing musical instruments. Others also find comfort in art, where they try and learn to draw and paint. Then some individuals like to sit on the couch, read some books, or binge-watch movies.

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Genuinely, people can do a lot of things to keep their emotional and mental health in check. But of course, it is essential to note that not all those activities apply to everybody. Meaning, not because exercising can soothe your mood, that does not mean it can ease mine. Some situations may look alike, but the necessary actions vary. Of course, some levels of mental distraught are different for all individuals. That explains why I tend to have other ways to keep my mental state in one piece. Let me walk you through what I prefer doing when I am having a mental breakdown.

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Dressing Up – One of the things I often do every time I feel emotionally and mentally vulnerable is to dress up. Whenever I feel sad and lonely, I usually choose an extraordinary dress and wear it. Sometimes, I go overboard with my clothes and accessories. Sometimes, it gets to me that some individuals find it weird and funny that I dress up extravagantly despite being at home. The funny thing is, other people find it an odd hobby, especially when I am in the midst of supposed understanding my life situations, but then I choose to look different. I know quite a few people question this method as they believe it is a very uncharacteristic way of dealing with stress. It is time-consuming, sometimes messy, and way out of line. But hey! Not because I am not emotionally and mentally okay, that doesn’t mean I shouldn’t have to look good. At least at this stage, I can convince myself that I am still pretty even though I am mentally unstable.

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Putting A Lot Of Makeup – Some people laugh at me sometimes for wearing too much makeup. All they say is that I should not put too much chemical on my face because it will ruin it. Honestly, I don’t mind even if those chemicals soon get stuck on my face. And even if people call me a drag queen, I will not listen to that comment. They can say whatever they want because I am not willing to listen to their opinions. Wearing heavy makeup makes me feel confident and empowered. Therefore, other people’s cosmetic standards won’t have even a single impact on my choice. I put a lot of makeup on my face because I want to, and I know I shouldn’t have to explain myself for that. If people find it too much, that is their problem and not mine. Because for me, the only thing that will and should have to matter is the way I look at myself. And if having too much makeup gives me that sense of empowerment, why would people’s opinion matter?

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Talking To Myself – Amusingly, I find it relieving every time I see myself cry or laugh. It is as if I am looking at a person with the same personality as mine that I can criticize from head to toe. When I am emotionally and mentally unstable, I talk to myself in front of the mirror. Regardless if someone sees me, I don’t care. I pretend these judgmental people do not exist at that particular moment. But unlike other people, I don’t encourage myself. Instead, I say degrading things the way I want to. Of course, it does hurt a lot every time I throw myself some insults. But the way I see it, I want those hurtful words to sink in. I want to tell it to myself first before anyone uses it against me. I want to experience how damaging it would feel to humiliate yourself. Surprisingly, it works fine because other people’s opinions begin to lose their impact on me. I guess sometimes it is helpful to test yourself emotionally. I don’t encourage or sugar-coat to boost my self-confidence. I know I am not perfect, and that’s it. And looking at the mirror telling myself that I am not perfect; it just makes me want those imperfections more.

These are just my ways of dealing with mental health issues. If in case you want to try it, go ahead. But if these don’t work for you, change your ways.

There are a lot of kid-friendly films on Netflix. However, having too many options would be quite a hassle if you are looking for a movie that can entertain both you and your kids. Good thing we have here a list that can round up the best family-friendly movies to can satisfy you and your children’s binge-watching moment.

Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure 1985 – It is a cult classic movie that is notable for so many reasons. It is Paul Reuben’s famous role under the directorial debut of Tim Burton. It is a story of Pee-Wee who goes on a big adventure to find his stolen bike. From his journey, he encounters a lot of crazy and wild funny shenanigans on the way. It is a classic comedy entertainment that is refreshing, silly, quirky, creative, and superb. So if you and your kids are up for an entertaining and funny film, this one should be on the list.

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The Princess Diaries 2001 – There is no way you and your children wouldn’t like this clean and endearing film. From the director of pretty woman, runaway bride, and Valentine’s Day comes to this decent teen romantic comedy that will warm your heart. The movie’s essence attempts to break stereotypes of living in a dream. It represents passion, happiness, and life, despite being under pressure. It tells a moral lesson that change is okay, but not always for the better. Watching this film will make you appreciate life and look at it in a brighter and more positive angle.

Ella Enchanted 2004 – It is a movie that is fun, pure, and simple. You and your kids should watch this movie if you like romance and fairy tales. It is a story of Ella played by Anne Hathaway, who receives a visit from her fairy godmother, Lucinda. She presented the magical talent where Ella obeys anything that she is told to do. It somehow turned into a curse than a blessing, though. So to break the spell, Ella embarks on a journey to find Lucinda. Honestly, if you enjoyed this movie when you were a kid, your children will feel the same.

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High School Musical 2008 – The casts, all the songs and everything about this film, is perfect. It is a movie that you and your kids would watch many times. There are engaging songs with great choreography, and the whole soundtracks kept getting better and better. It somehow makes you break free. Your children will love how energized and lively the characters are. The movie also reflects an American High School struggle, which in some ways, your kids can relate.

Paddington 2014 – It is a charming live action that retells the classic kids’ tales. It is a story of a bear that travels from Peru to arrive in London. It is a relatable story because of the struggle of a bear trying to adapt to a new life while avoiding trouble and a hateful taxidermist. Honestly, it could have been just another generic live-action/ 3D-animated children’s movie. But fortunately, it delivers a wonderful story with lovable characters and solid humor. There are warmth and wit that were so appealing in this film which can make you conclude that every actor and actress does their job perfectly.

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Beauty And The Beast 2017 – Who wouldn’t love the live-action remake of the Disney Renaissance classic, not to mention the role of Belle played by an all-time kid-favorite actress Emma Watson? The film will surely not disappoint you and your kids’ expectations. There’s a comfortable, understated level of acting that sets up to compare future magical moments. The film is made with visually amusing effects throughout with colorful sets and scenery. It will help you and your children appreciate the masterpiece of an excellent job of bringing an animated character into life.

Dr. Strange 2016 – Perhaps your first real exposure to Doctor Strange was in The Super Hero Squad film. However, Doctor Strange is another reasonably straightforward movie that elaborates on a hero’s journey. He loses his hands in a tragic car accident. But despite that, he ends up gaining something further meaningful. The film delivers an incredible action film with great action scenes and mind-bending visual effects and creativity. It also contains powerful dialogues and energetic performances that add to the quality of storytelling.

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A Dog’s Journey 2019 – Perhaps this is one of the best movies you should need to watch first. It is an emotional and sweet film that pays tribute to a never-ending bond between a dog and his human best friend. The film appears to be liked by everyone because it is so relatable and realistic. This beautiful film shows excellent acting, and the storyline was perfect as well. You and your kids would have a surreal experience watching the reincarnation of a dog and its quest to find its purpose. Somehow, it would make you fall in love with dogs even more.

 

We are all now at home, out of society and out of our routine. The coronavirus pandemic has returned so much personal time in our hands. Why not put it into something that will benefit you? Like blogging? Here are some reasons why you need to start blogging now.

To Reduce Stress And Anxiety

We all know that everyone has been feeling anxious and stressed out these past few months. The coronavirus pandemic pulled us out from our usual routines and physically disconnected us from our friends and loved ones. So, writing a blog about yourself, about your day-to-day experience while in quarantine – your “quaranthings“, can help relieve this stress. 

According to Michael Smith, Ph.D., “Writing about positive emotions may help to reduce stress and anxiety.” He adds that “Earlier research has also found that writing about negative emotions – getting things “off your chest” – can improve your mental health.”

Also, stress affects your body since it puts a toll on your mental and emotional well-being. So, by writing to reduce stress, you are also taking care of your physical health! 

To Learn And Develop New Skills

Did you know that blogging is more than just writing? Managing your blog and creating content for it helps you develop skills in designing, search engine optimization (SEO), content management and creativity. These skills that you learn from blogging – the technological and creative skills – are some of the necessary competencies you will need to thrive in the future.

So, now that you have more time in your hands why not start blogging and get a jumpstart at developing those skill?

To Meet New People

Since your blog is online and on the internet, people from around the world have access to it. So, blogging is also an avenue for you to meet new people in the comforts of your home. You will find a community who shares the same passion and drive that you have – regardless of what the niche of your blog is.

And now that we are facing trial times and disconnection why not try to reverse the effects of being disconnected? Connect with people around the world through your blog.

To Have Access To New Opportunities

Whether your blog is about yourself or your business, it opens you up to new opportunities, globally. 

The pandemic has put a toll on the global economy and has made a lot of people lose their jobs. And blogging is connecting you to a lot of people—from almost anywhere around the globe. And these people can be a market and a potential source of income. Putting up a blog for your business is also an excellent way to build up its reputation and reach in the online community.

Likewise, blogging also opens up a lot of opportunities for you, even if your blog is a personal one. You may find out that you have a knack and passion for writing or that you have skills to share with other people. Especially now that people are at home and online, the opportunities become endless.

To Earn A Passive Income

Like what I have mentioned above, blogging can let you earn a passive income. It will not happen off-the-bat, but it can be a reality with proper blog management. Even personal blogs can earn from ads and affiliate marketing. 

Also, blogging can help other people earn income. Because once your blog has a maximum reach, you’ll have the opportunity to hire people to help you maintain it. And now that a lot of people needs a job, this will be extra helpful.

To Express Yourself Creatively

A personal blog or a business blog is a creative outlet. And the benefits of creativity is not limited to boosting your artistic skills. It also makes you happy. Being happy increases your happy hormones in your body, therefore improving your immune system as well. And lastly, being creative makes you smarter too.

To Do Something Fun And Easy

The final reason you need to blog now is that it is easy. Blogging is way easier than you think. Initially, you do not need to be super tech-savvy to run and create your blog. It will even take you less of a day to find a web host, design your blog, and upload your original content. You have loads of time in your hands, and you need to do something fun now – blogging.

It may seem that blogging is that last thing we need to do while being cooped in our homes. But it is easy and fun and has loads of benefits. So, why not start blogging today?

The 2019 Journalist Event talked about the present and future of journalism, highlighting how the press’ resilience and cunning had made them more durable over the years. Journalism, particularly in written form, had kept people informed, especially when there were no radios or televisions yet. Writing, in general, has continuously fed our minds with new information and knowledge. And it also had an impact on our emotional well-being, primarily when we write in our journals.

These are the positive effects of journal writing on your emotional health.

Gives A Clearer Understanding Of Self
The primary benefit of journal writing is a deeper understanding of the self. When you write about your day-to-day lives, or of the highlights of your days, you write about what you sense in your surroundings and how it affects you. In the long run, your journals will start to reflect on what is vital for you and what concerns you negatively and positively.

Journal writing also lets you look at yourself from the outside, as if you are a stranger to yourself. Because of this, you will start to become more mindful of how your actions and words affect other people, making you more empathetic towards the people around you.

Identifies Unhealthy Emotions And Its Triggers
When you develop more awareness of your emotions, you will also start to understand what triggers positive feelings like happiness and calmness, and the negative emotions like sadness and anger. Knowing and understanding how your surroundings affect you can help you have control over yourself. You may now be able to avoid or face the triggers that cause your depression or anxiety. 

Also, awareness of these negative triggers can help you devise a solution whenever the emotions hit you. Like for example, what you need to do when anxiety strikes, or when you start to feel alone.

Reduces Stress And Anxiety

Journal writing also allows you to release your negative thoughts, therefore easing the burden that accompanies them. Research has shown that writing down the negative emotions gives room for a positive mindset. Positivity happens because you become in control of what you’re feeling, and you feel like writing them down is akin to letting them go.

Also, as journaling makes you aware of your triggers, you will be able to reduce stress and anxiety; therefore, be able to avoid them too.

Makes Sense Of The Future
Not only does journal writing affect your present, but it can also shape your future. Since it gives you a better understanding of yourself, you will learn how to change your future positively. If, for example, you notice that you tend to be mad at people, becoming aware of this will help you develop a game plan in the future should you aim to have more friends or to find a partner.

Also, jotting down life events can help clarify your memories, therefore giving you a more definite sense of why things happen in your life. And ultimately, how you can become a better you.

Journal writing is a useful tool in preserving memories, knowing yourself, and managing and controlling your emotions. It is also not costly; you need a notebook and a pen and your set to go!

Most movies that try to tell the story of the human mind often miss the point that they want us to get. They exaggerate the roles of the actors who are supposed to be mentally challenged, or they want the actors to be obviously different from the rest of the cast, which simply follows the social stigma that all mentally ill individuals can be distinguished from the ‘normal people.’

“The reason more don’t go for psychotherapy or medication is stigma. They worry they’ll be labeled, deemed undesirable, and other such things.” –Deborah Serani, PsyD

However, in actuality, all of us experience depression or go through mental health issues at some point in our lives. Or perhaps one of our family members or friends has suffered from sadness or loss, regardless of whether or not they have a mental condition.

This list contains five movies that talk about various health concerns – but the way they are discussed is true to the real definition and course of specific mental conditions. Unlike most, these movies have appropriately tackled and managed to respect the essence of being mentally challenged.

1. Rain Man

 Dustin Hoffman and Tom Cruise are brothers in this movie. Charlie (Tom) is an autistic savant (an autistic with extraordinary skills), a young man who is carefree and has an incredibly positive way of seeing life. Raymond, on the other hand, is also mentally challenged yet he possesses an amazing memory and ridiculously awesome math skills. In their journey together, Charlie discovers this about Raymond, and the story revolves around their lives and how they lived it despite their disabilities.

This film became an eye-opener when it came out in 1988. It inspired many to open up to the world about autism in their families, leading to increased awareness about it in public.

 

2. A Beautiful Mind

“Patients diagnosed with schizophrenia do not present with a split personality, nor is it common for someone with the disorder to be violent,” says Simon Rego, PsyD. Perhaps one of Russell Crowe’s best performances, this movie portrays him as a mathematician who has schizophrenia – an individual with a beautiful mind.

The film attempts successfully to tell the story of the mathematician John Nash who, after battling with his condition and abandoning everything that was important to him, triumphantly repairs his broken self. He was acknowledged for his talent by being awarded the prestigious Nobel Prize. This is a book-based true story movie of a schizophrenic turned hero.

3. Good Will Hunting

 This heartfelt drama stars Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, and Robin Williams. Will Hunting (Matt) plays a janitor at MIT who is amazingly smart and spends his free time solving difficult puzzles that most of the students can hardly solve. Will has incredible talent but he has a dark past – he was an abused child – so he also had a troubled mind.

The movie revolves around how a compassionate therapist (Robin), helps Will recover from the pain of his past and overcome his depression and went on to be successful in his life’s endeavors.

Good Will Hunting garnered two Oscar Awards and is a must-see for everyone who loves inspirational movies with a touch of humor.

4. The Aviator

 Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is the mental condition that is focused in this movie played by Leonardo DiCaprio. He is a famous businessman, aviation magnate, and a movie director. However, in his private life, he suffers from OCD, depression and various phobias, which have caused him to spiral down and lose control of his life. He then spends a lot of money just to be with his leading ladies, compromising them as his condition progresses.

Martin Scorsese succeeds in depicting the story of Howard Hughes in this psychological drama.

5. Silver Linings Playbook

 If you haven’t seen this 2012 movie, you better! Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence take a shot at representing what it means to be mentally ill and always having to be associated with the stigma of being ‘crazies.’ Jennifer Lawrence plays an educated young woman who has bipolar disorder, while Bradley also has some kind of mental condition.

“Bipolar Disorder is a mental health issue where neurological differences can be observed between those who have and do not have this diagnosis.” –Catherine “Katie” Ness, MA, LCPC

According to a Harvard University psychiatrist, the film has effectively depicted the life of a person who is bipolar yet is smart, beautiful and one who is aware that she has and will always carry her mental illness throughout her life.

 

 

 

Watching home movies is always more fun with your special someone. Not only can you avoid waiting in long lines, but you also save a little bit of cash by not having to buy overpriced snacks. You also don’t have to be stuck with the choice of movies at the theater — with DVD Netflix; you can rent and watch a wide variety of movies from any genre in the comfort of your living room.

However, with so many great films to choose from, deciding what movies to watch can be a daunting task. For movie dates at home, I recommend choosing three on movie nights: one for you, one for your significant other, and one that both of you like. Among all the romantic comedies, classic films, and action flicks, you’re bound to find a handful that you both will enjoy.

Whatever movies you decide to snuggle up to, it’s easy to browse through our vast library and even more convenient to have them shipped to you. Here are some of our favorites:

The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005)

Almost a decade before Steve Carell became the voice of Gru of Despicable Me fame; he was Andy Stitzer, a friendly but quirky guy who, at the age of 40, has never been intimate with anyone.

To help him out, his well-meaning friends go out of their way to find Andy a match. However, Andy himself seems determined to win over a girl of his own choosing, a shop owner named Trish.

Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994)

Charles (Hugh Grant), after a history of bad relationships, meets Carrie (Andie MacDowell) at a friend’s wedding. Beautiful and charming, Carrie soon captures Charlie’s heart, and the two spend the night together. The fling is short-lived, however, and Carrie goes back to America, leaving Charlie pining for her.

Audiences will be captivated by this story about love, destiny, and ironies of real life as they follow the lives of these flawed but relatable characters.

Titanic (1997)

If you’re looking for a classic that anyone will enjoy, look no further than one of the highest-grossing films of all time.

On April 15, 1912, the RMS Titanic (also known as “The Ship of Dreams”) suffered from a tragic accident when it capsizes after hitting an iceberg. It had over 2,224 passengers, among them Jack (Leonardo DiCaprio), a struggling artist, and Rose (Kate Winslet), a socialite. The two become friends and fall in love despite the difference in social class but are tragically separated during the shipwreck.

Have your tissues handy if you decide to watch it — this is a certified tearjerker!

Friends with Benefits (2011)

Jamie (Mila Kunis) and Dylan (Justin Timberlake) agree to be friends with benefits; that is, they can be physically intimate without the emotional attachment of typical couples. This proves to be increasingly difficult as they navigate through their feelings and figure out what they mean to each other. Witty but sweet, this is a great romantic comedy for the modern timesflickr.com

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2011)

Based on a novel by Deborah Moggach, this movie is poignant but endearing as it explores different themes like love, family, friendship, and second chances.

It tells the story of Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, Bill Nighy who decide to go to India and stay in a luxurious hotel, only to find that their new home isn’t as picturesque as they thought. While exploring and soaking in the Indian culture, they meet some more interesting characters, all the while discovering that even in their old age, there is always room to learn and grow.

If you’re a sucker for DIY crafts, you should know that not all things DIY are worth your while, right? And although there are tons of kitchen and do-it-yourself home renovations every time you click the search engine, there are also several projects that seem to be easy and quick to do yourself, in the end, the final project is a disaster. So instead of saving hundreds of bucks, you risk spending a thousand or more, and worse, creating one of the biggest home DIY mistakes of your life.

According to seasoned real estate brokers, home buyers choosing between two houses who come to discover that house number 1 had a major DIY flop and the other house was renovated professionally would ultimately choose house number 2, despite the higher selling price. This only goes to show that sometimes, spending a few extra bucks to have a professional do your home may be more worthwhile after all.

For all the DIYers who are thinking of doing a makeover right now, perhaps you should read this. Here are some of the commonly done DIY projects for the home that should be avoided.

DIY Mistakes One Should Avoid

 Painting The Walls On Your Own Is ANo-No!

 A lot of homeowners struggle to paint their houses themselves thinking that it’s too expensive to hire a professional painter to do it. They think that buying a few cans and spending a few hours over the weekend to brush the walls are not that difficult. Perhaps it isn’t, but it is difficult to paint EFFECTIVELY, and most of the time, a bad paint job can cost you more money, especially if you’re planning to sell your home shortly.

A quality paint job requires consistent brush strokes and brush tones, the right color for the right area of the house, the overall cleanliness, and of course, the right feel. Thinking of painting your living room walls today? Think twice! You might end up losing more money and damaging your property.

Installing Your Kitchen Cabinets Can Be A Big Back Job After

 We really can’t blame you if you’d feel all excited to install and mount your cabinets and appliances by yourself, especially if you’re a mom. After all, the kitchen is one of your favorite spots to fix and decorate. However, appliance company managers suggest that it would be practical and wise to have them installed by a professional the first time, to avoid damage to the appliances. “Even though they buy from Ikea and install them by themselves, without the proper skills, it would show by the way the kitchen looks.”

Consequently, if you install cabinets and appliances yourself, you might just end up placing the wrong cabinet door at the wrong place!

Leave Tiling To The Professional

 Your choice of tiles on your floors plays a crucial role in the beauty of your home, but so is the quality of the tile work. Just like a paint job, installing tiles and lining them efficiently and appropriately can also greatly affect the overall appearance of your property inside and out. Most prospective buyers prefer homes where the owners invested in having their tiles done professionally. Brokers suggest finding someone who’s qualified to do it and to do it well.

Bottom Line

 There are two types of homeowners – one who decides to spare himself from the high cost and invests in his time and effort, and the other who prefers to spend a little more to get the highest quality of his home at the highest selling price. Which are you? The bottom line is, you do get what you pay for!