Hasta La Gadget!

Fujitsu hits back by unveiling their newest Full HD touchscreen notebook, the AH77/U. Specs-wise, this high-end notebook is built with a 15.6-inch 1920 x 1080 Full HD touchscreen display (w/ Dragontrail glass), a 2.40GHz Intel Core i7-4722HQ processor (w/ built-in graphics card), an 8GB DDR3 RAM and a 1TB hard drive.

Not only that, the system also sports an HD webcam, a BDXL drive, an SD card reader, 3x USB 3.0 ports and an HDMI output port. Connectivity-wise, it provides WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.0 and NFC. Finally, the AH77/U runs on Windows 8.1 Update 64-bit OS.

The Fujitsu AH77/U will start shipping from May 22nd for around 220,000 Yen (about $1,839) in black, white and red color options. [Fujitsu]

It turns out that one of the Grand Old Party’s biggest—and least discussed—challenges going into 2016 is lying in plain sight, written right into the party’s own nickname. The Republican Party voter is old—and getting older, and as the adage goes, there are two certainties in life: Death and taxes. Right now, both are enemies of the GOP and they might want to worry more about the former than the latter.

There’s been much written about how millennials are becoming a reliable voting bloc for Democrats, but there’s been much less attention paid to one of the biggest get-out-the-vote challenges for the Republican Party heading into the next presidential election: Hundreds of thousands of their traditional core supporters won’t be able to turn out to vote at all.

The party’s core is dying off by the day.

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Get ready people — the pizza takeover is about to begin. As a dietitian and foodie in NYC, I tend to see the waves of food trends crest from tiny shops in Bushwick, Brooklyn to large corporate restaurants all over the country. Luckily this next wave is one of America’s cheesy favorites and, believe it or not, it can be a part of a healthy diet.

Pizza itself can be a great base for fresh and healthy ingredients. Like all things in nutrition, it’s about choice. In fact, we know Italians love their pizza but tend to have a lower BMI than most Americans. According to the World Health Organization, Italy has 23 percent less obesity than the United States. When we look at nutritional breakdowns of pizza from national chains here in the States, we can see that pizza has a broad scope, from a whopping 1,705 calories and 115 grams of fat for half of a regular-sized deep dish Chicago Classic from Uno Pizzeria and Grill, to roasted artichoke and spinach pizza with chicken from California Pizza Kitchen with a more manageable 625 calories and 22 grams of fat for half a pie. So, here are three things you can do to keep your pies on the nourishing side:

1. Make it a meal by adding lean protein and vegetables. This is by far my favorite rule for all food, not just pizza. When you are ordering your pizza, remember to add fiber and protein to each slice. As always, chose lower saturated-fat meats. According to the American Heart Association, eating foods that contain saturated fats raises the level of cholesterol in your blood. High levels of LDL cholesterol in your blood increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. That means you should try lean(er) proteins like sliced chicken breast or even Canadian bacon over regular bacon to cut your fat by 60 percent. Then add complex carbohydrates like spinach. Luckily for you, a large part of this new pie revival is that restaurants will be offering tons of topping options.

2. Think Thin. Choosing thin crust can cut off tons of carbohydrates and calories from your menu. Additionally, eating the thinner slices can actually make you feel fuller because we perceive the felling of quantity to being satisfied with the meal. Having three thin slices may make you feel as satiated as one large slice.

3. Memories and Moderation. Make pizza meals fun and special but eat it in moderation. Most of us remember pizza parties from our youth or a great first date that started over a piping hot pie. These memories are special not just because of the food, but also the company. Head out for a pie no more then a few times a month and try not to mindlessly grab a slice between errands. Sit down, eat, and give the pie the time and respect this mouthwatering meal really deserves.

Pizza, like all great foods, can be nutritious if we choose for it to be healthful. With a few small modifications both to nutrition and lifestyle, we truly can transform the menu with all of the passion and none of the pounds.

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This is part three in a three-part series on tidying up your inner world: your beliefs, practices, and personal habits. [Click here to read part one and here for part two.]

I call it: spring cleaning for your life!

Today’s spring cleaning checklist is all about your career.

You’re likely to spend about 90,000 hours at “work” over the course of your lifetime. That’s a huge portion of your life, so it’s never a bad idea to check in and make sure you’re feeling satisfied, working productively, and moving in a direction that feels right for you… rather than just going through the motions, clocking in, and clocking out.

You deserve a career that feels meaningful — and you can create it.

Let’s begin.

Work your way through the checklist and tick off items as you complete them.

As always: this spring cleaning checklist is just a starting off point.

Feel free to expand or tweak it to suit where you’re currently at in your career.

Add any items that, ahem, spring to mind!

PART THREE: CHECKLIST FOR YOUR CAREER

Achievements.

[  ]  Make a list of your major achievements at work over the past six to twelve months. Be as specific and results-focused as you can (try this: “reinvented the dessert menu, rewrote the menu copy, raised sales by 29%” rather than: “changed dessert menu.”)

[  ]  Read your list of achievements back to yourself. Reaffirm that you’re making a difference at work and in the world. Know, too, that whenever you’re ready to go for a promotion, a new job, or even an entirely new career, you’ll be equipped with data to prove that you’ve got what it takes to succeed!

Opportunities.

[  ]  See if your company has any opportunities you might be missing out on — like educational opportunities, training, conferences, or mentoring partnerships that could enhance your life and career. Choose an opportunity that feels exciting and sign up! (If you’re self employed, look for workshops, seminars, e-courses, or opportunities to collaborate with peers you admire. Go for it!)

Commitments.

[  ]  Review everything on your calendar for the upcoming month. Notice which projects or commitments create feelings of bitterness, exhaustion, or resentment. See if there’s something you can do about that — changing the scope or timeline of the project, changing your attitude about the commitment, or canceling if absolutely necessary.

Try to get to a place where all of the commitments on your calendar feel meaningful and essential, rather than frustrating or flat-out unnecessary. (This is a huge gift for your emotional wellbeing!)

[  ]  Flex your “no” muscles. Start paying attention to how many times a day you say “sure!” when your body / intuition is saying, “nooo.” Keep a stash of email scripts in the drafts folder of your inbox so that you’ve got easy-to-grab language to help you say “no” to requests that aren’t reasonable or simply don’t feel right. (This universal “no” script might help.)

Self care at work.

[  ]  Swap out your standard desk chair for a standing desk, if possible. Sitting for multiple hours every day can wreak havoc on your physical and emotional health. Get up on your feet! This one tweak, alone, could shift your entire year.

[  ]  Set a timer to remind you to take a break, pop outside for fresh air, stretch, or indulge in a calming meditation every 90 minutes or so. (Productivity experts recommend a 10-minute break every 90 minutes. This 90-10 cycle mirrors your body’s natural ultradian rhythm. Syncing up with this rhythm enhances your focus and productivity!)

[  ]  Turn your workspace into your personal happy zone. Fresh flowers, photos of loved ones, switching up the color palette, or a big burst of de-cluttering… aesthetic upgrades can definitely create a big mood lift! (These beautiful workspaces are so inspiring!)

Resources for your career:

— My column, Be Well at Work, over at The Muse: an amazing website for career and business advice.

https://www.themuse.com/author/dr-suzanne-gelb 

— The Life Guide On How To Find Work That You Love — When You’re Stuck In A Job That You Hate.

Nothing says “spring cleaning” and “renewal” like going after a new job, a promotion, or launching into a totally new career direction! Whether you are making a subtle or radical change, this guidebook can help you make a graceful transition.

http://drsuzannegelb.com/life-guide-find-work-that-you-love/

— Personalized coaching.

http://drsuzannegelb.com/coaching/

As a psychologist and life coach with 28 years of experience, combined, I’m equipped to help you find graceful solutions to just about any life, relationship or career challenge you can imagine.

I’ve got a special spot in my heart for creative, entrepreneurial spirits who yearn to break free and become their own boss (been there, doing that, loving it!), but I enjoy working with people in any industry, any career path, and any phase of life.

Learn more about working with me, read client reviews, and book a phone or Skype session here: http://drsuzannegelb.com/coaching.

CLOSING WORDS

Remember:

Rolling a new coat of paint onto the walls, organizing your cabinets and drawers, and spritzing a homemade vinegar cleaning solution onto your kitchen table are all terrific steps to take (who doesn’t love a fresh, clean, tidy living space?).

But while changing your external surroundings can create a temporary mood boost, it’s got to be combined with an “inner clean up” if you want those positive feelings to last.

This spring, focus on spring cleaning your mind.

Use this energizing season of renewal and rebirth as an opportunity to tune-up your inner world.

Do that, first, and you’ll see results that last long after spring blossoms turn into summer flowers, autumn leaves, and beyond.

Behold, my friends, the spring is come; the earth has gladly received the embraces of the sun, and we shall soon see the results of their love!
–Sitting Bull.

Stay focused.

Believe in your ability to transform.

Soon, you will see real growth, new habits taking root, and lasting change that ripples into every part of your life. Soon, you will see the “results of your love.”

Have a beautiful spring!

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Dr. Suzanne Gelb is a clinical psychologist, life coach and family law attorney.

She believes that it is never too late to become the person you want to be. Strong. Confident. Calm. Creative. Free of all of the burdens that have held you back — no matter what has happened in the past.

Her insights on personal growth have been featured on more than 200 radio programs, 200 TV interviews and online at TIME, Forbes, Newsweek, The Huffington Post, The Daily Love, MindBodyGreen, and many other places.

Step into her virtual office at DrSuzanneGelb.com, explore her blog or sign up to receive a free meditation and her weekly writings on health, happiness and self-respect.You can also follow her on Twitter and FB.

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YouTube sensation Whitney Thore gained international recognition after posting a video called “A Fat Girl Dancing: Talk Dirty.” The video shows Whitney at 380 pounds trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Whitney was once a slim dancer, but over the course of just one year at college, she gained 200 pounds due to a condition called Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.

While many view the video as a triumph for fitness at all sizes, negative comments flooded the YouTube clip. One user recently wrote “Fit boy: barely winded. Fat cow: ready to die.“

Whitney is not the only one experiencing this kind of cyberbullying. A Facebook page called “530 Fatties” targeting overweight individuals in the Northern California 530 area code fell under fire on “The Today Show.” The page no longer exists, but the photographs and memory will plague those people targeted by cyberbullies for a long time and the emotional and psychological effects can be life-altering.

Eliza Kingsford, the executive director of Wellspring Camps, is all too familiar with the impact of cyberbullying on weight and fitness practices. Historically, the campers have not had access to their phones or electronic devices. But this year, Wellspring is allowing access to their phones due to overwhelming pressure from campers and their parents to have access to the devices that they so strongly rely on in their everyday lives. The camp is prepared for potential cyberbullying issues now and has trained the staff to talk about social media.

How can parents and friends encourage a healthy fitness dialogue when cyberbullying overweight and obese individuals is so prevalent?

1. Cyberbullying and its impact on fitness

Bullying individuals about their weight has become such a critical issue that British researcher Dr. Sarah Jackson believes mocking overweight individuals should be illegal. Jackson conducted a study of 5,000 U.K. adults and found that overweight people who feel discriminated against experienced a 70 percent increase in symptoms of depression. The research suggests weight discrimination accounts for 40 percent of obesity’s negative psychological effects.

Depression can affect motivation, including the motivation to exercise, reports Harvard Medical School. Depressed individuals may lose motivation to exercise due to lack of enjoyment or low energy levels. Exercising releases mood-boosting endorphins, so lack of motivation to exercise perpetuates the cycle of sadness.

Cyberbullying takes place using electronic technology. This includes devices and equipment such as cell phones, computers, and tablets as well as communication tools including social media sites, text messages, chat, and websites. Cyberbullying is often most feared because it can reach a child 24 hours a day, seven days a week, even when that child is alone and not in school. Cyberbullying is not unique to overweight or obese children, in fact it’s just another unfortunate example of teenagers and adolescents today to be cruel to one another.

Cyberbullying is a practice that should not be tolerated. Below are some tips on how to deal with cyberbullies and maintain your commitment to a healthy and happy lifestyle.

Takeaway Tips for Responding to Fat-Shaming Cyberbullies

• Speak up It can be hard to feel like you want to tell someone what is going on, especially if you’ve told someone in the past and nothing has happened. But the truth is, silence only makes the bully stronger. And no one can help you if you don’t tell someone (even if it’s over and over again) how you feel. Don’t keep quiet. Talking takes the power away from the bully and starts to put it back in your control.

• Focus on the positiveWhen individuals are being mean, it’s easy to start to feel like no one cares about us. It’s easy to start to focus on the negative and start to believe all of the mean words people are using to bring us down. Take a moment each day to think about the people you love and care about, and who love and care about you. Think about a nice thing someone said to you or the things that you are thankful for.

• Role model being a good friend and classmate Just because a bully is acting inappropriately and hurting other people doesn’t mean you have to act that way as well. It feels good to be nice to others. Try giving someone a compliment or being nice to someone in class. It will make you feel better about yourself and others.

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