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Just in case you need an out-of-the-box activity during this COVID lockdown. Why not learn the Ukulele? 8 Fun facts about the Ukulele 1.  The Ukulele was a fixture at Hawaiian royal gatherings. 2.  The first ukulele craze happened in 1915. 3.  The correct pronunciation of ukulele is “oo-koo-lay-lay”…not ”you-ka-lay-lee” 4.  The Great Depression brought an even greater wave of ukulele popularity. 5.  Elvis Presley played the ukulele in his biggest hit movie, Blue Hawaii. 6.  Late ukulele star Israel Kamakawiwo’ole was the first Hawaiian to achieve platinum status for an album. 7.  One of the first YouTube videos to go viral (ever!) featured the ukulele. 8.  George Harrison believed that anybody who played the ukulele was “crackers”! Here is a fun site that I found for lessons: Ukulele Lessons

Foods to Eat and Avoid on the Paleo Diet On the paleo diet, you’ll find fewer processed foods, but you’ll also need to cut out all grains, legumes, and most dairy. Here’s a closer look at the eating plan. What to Eat If you want to give this eating plan a try, you’ll need to prioritize fueling up on lots of natural foods and natural fats, including these options: Lean cuts of beef, pork, and poultry, preferably grass-fed, organic, or free-range selections Game animals, such as quail, venison, and bison Eggs , but no more than six a week, and preferably free-range  Fish, including shellfish Fruit, such as  strawberries , cantaloupe, mango, and figs Nonstarchy vegetables, such as asparagus, onions, peppers, and pumpkin Nuts and seeds, including  almonds , cashews, walnuts, and pumpkin seeds Olive oil,  flaxseed  oil, and walnut oil, in moderation What to Avoid Similarly, you should stay away from any foods that were not easily available to Paleolithic humans in th...

 Get up and get dressed: The clothes we wear have meaning for us, whether it's 'work wear' or 'chill-out weekend wear'. When we get dressed we tell ourselves to act a certain way that connects with what you are wearing. So if you are staying in your PJ's you might be telling your brain it's time to rest or take it easy. I'm not saying that you need to get fully suited up, but give your brain the signal to help it differentiate between your relax and work routines.  Clear out the clutter : You will feel so much better! Get rid of paper, garbage, and any other needless things from your home office. Furthermore, clutter does not only apply to physical objects. Digital clutter refers to non-essential applications on your screen. Organize your documents into folders and remove any files that are no longer needed. Go through your email address and archive important messages so you can concentrate on the most important ones. Taking daily breaks is essential:  ...

    If you're talking about dieting or weight loss, you'll almost certainly come across the keto, diet. Most of us know someone who has tried it! That's because the keto diet has become one of the most common ways to lose weight and improve health around the world. What I've learned is that following this low-carb, high-fat diet will help you lose weight and help improve overall health. In general, the keto diet is low in carbohydrates, high in fat, and mild in protein. Carbohydrates are usually limited to 20 to 50 grams a day on a ketogenic diet. Fats should replace the bulk of your cut carbs and provide about 75% of your total calorie needs. Proteins can account for 10-30% of total energy requirements I'm not an expert just someone who is curious about the diet. If you'd like to learn more or challenge yourself you can find more information here at  Keto Resource  !                             ...