Your thoughts determine your reality. Now maybe this idea of having happy thoughts about life seems overly simple and self-evident. But to really embrace the concept, for it to grow roots in your consciousness, and for you to use it as a manifesto for a happy life — now that’s a gift. It has taken me years, maybe my entire life, to see how powerful happy thinking is and to put it into action on a daily basis....

But are those signs really telling you what you think they are? After all, you’ve been wrong before. So, does he like you? Or are you misreading his behavior? Questions like these need clear, helpful answers — ideally those based on the experience of women who’ve been where you are now. That’s why we chose the following 23 signs a guy likes you. Use them to help you interpret the behavior you’re witnessing and decide how to respond to it....

Either we talk about the weather, tell them about our job, or ask them questions directed towards their personality like “What’s your favorite color?” This can be a great place to start building a connection with someone you just met. What if there were deeper questions you could ask on the first date or get to know someone better? Questions that are deeper than that? The best way to get to know someone deeply is by asking personal questions....

The choices that you make between now and the day that you depart this world have the power to leave a lasting legacy. Your legacy might impact your family, your community, or even the world. Choosing to build a legacy will bring purpose to your life. You can upgrade your motivations beyond meeting daily needs and direct your attention toward fixing a problem, helping others, or supporting your descendants....

As a famous Mark Twain quote says, The only person who never makes any mistakes is the one who never does anything. However, If you are of the curious sort, you must have asked yourself at least once in your life some really dumb questions that make you think hard and funny, even if just slightly. Everyone has been asked some silly questions in their lives, ranging from the overly direct to the extremely random....

So why not send your crush, girlfriend, or wife a bedtime poem? It can be mushy or funny, profound or playful — just make sure it’s your style and you mean what you type. Not confident in your ability to pen prose? Don’t worry. We’ve got your back. Below are 35 original bedtime poems for her. Use one as is or recreate it to make your own. 35 Goodnight Poems for Her To Show Your Love Want to let your lady love know you’re thinking of her before bedtime?...

Whether you are heading into the mountains, off on your travels or are looking for something light, warm and comfortable, we have taken a look at the best packable down jackets to save you the time. And when we say packable, it is a pretty big understatement, as the heaviest jacket we feature weighs in at a feather-light 17 ounces. One of them even folds up into its own pocket....

Whichever the case, you’re in the market for conversation starters to avoid awkward silences. We understand! Dead space is disconcerting during the early dating days. So to help you get over the hump, we’ve curated a list of 75 fun and flirty icebreakers for dates. What Are Some Unique Icebreaker Questions? Once the normal questions — where do you work, where do you live, how old are you — are out of the way, then what?...

You want to be a great friend to them during this time, but how can you help? Sending a heartfelt message of encouragement is a great way to lend strength to someone in your life who is in need. Words can often be powerful enough to lift your friend’s spirits and boost their overall mood. If you are searching for the perfect uplifting messages for friends, look no further!...

Think of the last time you received a genuine smile that changed your mindset and made you feel lighter on the inside. Maybe someone has even told you that your smile did that for them. In fact, research shows that smiling makes you appear more attractive and confident to others. Even so, you might raise an eyebrow at the words “happy smile quotes.” Too fluffy? Kinda cheesy? Oh but read on please!...

Wrapped up closely with the songs of fire, gazing for the presence of your sign in the center of the cosmos with my heartless soul and soulful heart. Mother nature and I are darned to loneliness by emphasizing the beauty of your spirit, end up living with a hunger to the death in the hope of your love. The Shades of your memories brought chaos to the elements of life....

Conservationist and artist Daniel Beltra has captured a series of aerial images showing the after effects of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Each frame displays the beautiful colors of the sea as a result of the environmental devastation set upon by the Deepwater Horizon oil rig disaster. An unique perspective of scale is achieved through these images depicting the true expansiveness and massive size of this mishap....

Bald Terrier 1200 by Deus Ex Machina Gallery

Beer Bottle Designs | In a market dominated by Anheuser Busch and Miller-Coors, finding beauty in beer is a difficult task. Far beyond the industrialized world of Big Beer, a large and growing group of independent breweries are not only investing in fine, hand-crafted beer but in sensible design practices as well. To show just how beautiful beer can be, we’ve scoured the beer world for 10 truly brilliant examples of beer bottle designs....

2014 and 2015 saw numerous Ghanaian celebrities tie the knot with their heartthrobs. And whenever it comes to marriage ceremonies, Ghanaians, especially the rich and popular know how to do it in the most lovely and fascinating way. From the wedding dresses, down to the venue decor; everything is always made to be very sensual and savoury. Meanwhile, we are on majority of the occasions, aware of the relationships of celebrities we love and adore....

America’s Finest City has a rooftop bar scene that is charming and satisfying, bringing in a little something for everyone. Before you head out to get your libations, here’s the 17 rooftop bar stops you need on your list when drinking in San Diego. Amplified Ale Works Location: Promenade at 4150 Mission Blvd A wee, squat building that isn’t going to dazzle with sweeping skyline views, Amplified more than makes up for its height by being just steps off the beach....

This waterfront Buenos Aires home is almost monolithic in design. Its cool black exterior provides little evidence of the white, open, watery space inside– a shell protecting the privacy and sanctity of its inhabitants. As such, the Casa Negra by Andres Remy Arquitectos may be black and unforgiving from the street, but its water-facing exterior and bright interior are where this house’s heart is. The Casa Negra features a panoramic view of lakeside living in Buenos Aires– floor-to-ceiling windows span the width of the house, while an upper, glass-enclosed section provides a weather-proofed vantage point....

The Karakoy Loft is designed by Ofist, a Turkish architecture firm based in Istanbul. Ofist designed this penthouse space for a single occupant, achieving the goal of building the ultimate bachelor’s pad in the city. The rustic elements of the Karakoy loft continue beyond the materials alone, exemplified by the chalet-style fireplace with a black metal exhaust that extends through both floors of the penthouse. The result is warm, comfortable an inviting, a set of characteristics that can be a challenge to convey in a contemporary home....

Countryside Home by Luca Zanaroli Gallery

Baumraum’s Urban Treehouse was a design concept that continues the company’s efforts of sustainable, raised-treehouse living. It’s a figurative treehouse, in that it is supported by steel instead of building into an existing tree. Its living quarters are lifted one full story off of the ground, and the views from this raised structure peer into the trees on the plot. Beyond its standard 7,000 square foot lot, the city bustles around it....