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What You Were Supposed To Learn In 2017 And What You’ll Learn In 2018, Based On Your Zodiac Sign

By
Mary Wright

ARIES (March 21st – April 19th)

2017: This was a year of radical change for you. You understood along the way what you needed to change and went straight for it. You saw the world with different eyes and it was a vision like you’ve never experienced before. All that has happened to you during 2017 served you to change your perspective and you should be lucky for that.

2018: This is a year when you will decide what you should do from now on. This year you will finally get answers to all your lingering questions. You will focus on your work and your love life with a newfound clarity, and you know where to plant your roots and start deepening them.

TAURUS (April 20th – May 21st)

2017: This was a year in which you had to learn your boundaries. It was a year when you learned the importance of saying ‘no’ to certain people and circumstances. It was a year when you learned to speak up when you needed to say something instead of fearing that others won’t like you.

2018: This year there will be only calm seas on your horizon. You deserve this, after a year of so many uncertainties, soul-searching, and newness. Now, you can finally take a deep breath and relax. Venus would bring you luck in your business ventures as well as your personal relationships.

GEMINI (May 22nd – June 21st)

2017: You saw who your real friends are. After few years of catering to everyone else’s needs, 2017 was a year when you saw everyone’s true color. You gained clarity on who you should spend your time with. You made your amends, you reinvented your social calendar, and you redistributed your energy to things and people you care for and that care about you as well.

2018: This year you will get your hands on the project you’ve been dreaming of doing since forever. Everything will just fall into place, and you will gain a courage to step out past your comfort zone and start building something that you’ve always wanted to do for yourself. The period of stagnancy and discomfort is over – now you can make the first step towards a brighter future.

CANCER (June 22nd – July 22nd)

2017: This was a year that you needed to run instead of walking towards your goals. You were supposed to learn to pursue your ambitions daily and focus your energy and attention on making your dreams come true – whether it was a new routine, committing to a new relationship, or just rediscovering yourself and your values – you have challenged yourself and you gained new perspectives.

2018: Now, you need to let love come in your life. No matter whether you are single or in a committed relationship, your love life should take the center stage in your life. Friendships, romantic relationships, and self-love are all things that you should prioritize in 2018.

LEO (July 23rd – August 22nd)

2017: This was the year when you were supposed to find yourself and your true essence. 2016 shattered your confidence which wasn’t easy for you. You were supposed to reclaim and find your confidence again in 2017 and understand that you are strong enough to endure every difficulty that comes your way.

2018: This year you are supposed to go to places that you have never visited before. You will try new things, meet new people, date new people, and expand your borders. You will experience a new joy in your life if you can only give yourself a chance and open yourself up to new experiences.

VIRGO (August 23rd – September 22nd)

2017: This was the year when you were supposed to work toward a new dream. Whether it was a new career path, a new relationship, or a new exciting adventure, this was the year when you needed to take the necessary risks to find out what works for you and what does not.

2018: This year you need to make firm decisions. This is literally the year to ride or die. A year when you realize what you really want, so you either will work hard towards it or you will come to terms with what you already have.

LIBRA (September 23rd – October 22nd)

2017: This was the year when you were supposed to figure out the thing that was holding you back. Also, it was a year where you decided to let go of what was stopping you to grow in order to find your new purpose in life.

2018: This year is all about making serious life decisions and commitments. It’s a year to become more financially stable and to achieve the highest version of yourself. It’s a year that will unveil all your hidden powers and passions.

SCORPIO (October 23rd – November 22nd)

2017: This year you were supposed to embrace your feelings that you’ve hidden way too long. It was a year where you got face to face with your emotions that you have been trying to avoid for a long time. A year when you discovered your true essence and what is it that you want in life.

2018: This is a year to start with a clean slate, renewed and rediscovered. With Jupiter in your sign, you can build the life that you always wanted to have. This goes for jobs, relationships, choices, and challenges you need to face to shape the life that will make you happy for the following years to come.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd – December 21st)

2017: This was the year when you learned how to reconnect with all people that you have lost contact over the years. Maybe it was your sick parent that you needed to take care of, or your long-lost cousin, or your friend who you almost never see them. This was a year when you opened your heart and chose to let the right people in.

2018: This year you will make the necessary changes in your life, whether this means changing careers, moving to another place, or just changing your daily routine – this year you would burn any unsustainable bridges that were holding you back. And it will be for the best, the luck waits for you on the other side.

CAPRICORN (December 22nd – January 20th)

2017: You were supposed to get more clarity on what doesn’t work for you in 2017. This was the year when the masks got dropped and you saw other people’s true intentions. You saw which business partnerships are worthy and which are not. You are not a fool anymore, it is only a question when you will choose to let everything dysfunctional go.

2018: This year you will begin a new journey. You will try things that you’ve never tried before, you could try a new job, maybe you will change your living place, or go to places you have never been before.  This year you will surprise everyone with your unpredictability and adventuresome nature.

AQUARIUS (January 21st – February 18th)

2017: This year you were supposed to learn to trust in people. This year was a bridge of your life status between 2016 and 2018 and with the purpose of you, learning to trust others. This was a year where you learned to let other people take initiative and it worked for the best.

2018: This year you are supposed to discover how you can rebuild your personal and work relationships so that you can function better than before. You will learn how to be a team player and show your compassionate and empathetic side which will provide you with the best rewards possible.

PISCES (February 19th – March 20th)

2017: You were supposed to rediscover your passion. Over the last years, you were dissatisfied with your life, and it was because you were suppressing your true nature and passions by worrying about your responsibility and the possibility of loss. In 2017 you rediscovered the things you love, and you understood your mistakes and wrongdoings.

2018: You are now ready to change your life for the better. With all the wisdom that you have gathered the previous years, you are now ready to take the things into your hands and take action. You know what you want, and you know where you want to be, so be brave enough to follow your plan.

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11 Signs You’re An Extroverted Introvert, Because Not All Are The Typical Introverts

By
Elizabeth Williams

I know I am quite introverted, but whenever I get to read (or write) an article about introverts, there’s something that tells me that I don’t quite fit the description. Sure, I don’t like small talk, and I prefer a small circle of close friends, but there are some things that don’t go the way I go…

So, I’ve always wondered: Am I an introvert? Or am I again the black sheep in every group I suddenly manage to relate to? Well, luckily, many people are like me – we are introverts who are also quite extroverted.

We like to keep things balanced. And there’s actually this extroverted introvert type of person that I can feel comfortable calling myself. Here are some of the things that make some introverts also extroverted enough.

1. The fact that we’re quiet doesn’t mean that we don’t want to talk

Oh, trust me, I love talking… the thing is, my introverted side likes to lean on to the deeper topics, such that might not interest more than half of the people I know. So, instead, I decide to listen more than I talk.

2. We like being around people, just don’t put too many on the list

We prefer quality over quantity, and this is what I believe everybody should do – although that’s only my perception of things, I suppose. But whatever the case, it’s not that we don’t like socializing – we can spend hours with people as long as they can be counted on the fingers of one hand. More than that, and we’re most likely out.

3. Communication is best done when we best feel like it

Of course, my introverted side doesn’t allow me to spend too much time around people – and this means that I often need a break from all that socializing. This is when I decide not to pay any notice to my phone that may keep on ringing and screaming with notifications. If we get into this mood, don’t expect that we’ll eagerly respond. We just need some downtime.

4. We like meeting new people, only if we’ve been warned that there would be people like that

Bearing in mind that we prefer our small and close circle of friends, we don’t really have a strong need to meet new people on a daily basis. And if you’re planning on getting us to meet your other friends, let us know in advance so that we can mentally prepare for the tedious small talk that should follow.

5. Speaking of which, we do hate small talk

If there’s anything that feels like pulling teeth out, it’s small talk… and we often get lost easily into heavy topics when it’s not the right moment. I remember how I use the weather topic to easily drift away into climate change, nature, and our role in it. What can we do? Is there anything more tedious than small talk, especially when such great topics are available?

6. We like our alone time, but we do get lonely

We like people… we like people a lot. But the need to be alone is also as strong. So, we sometimes get into this trap when we need our alone time, but we also feel lonely, and the best solution is to kind of get out at some quiet café or bar and hang out with one or two friends max.

7. Going out is such a pain to think of, but we have a great time when we’re finally out

We like our specially-created comfort of our room, home, you name it – and we prefer staying at home, most ideally with a few friends over, listening to music, drinking something, and cooking up some delicious meals. So, why go out? But when we do go out, we usually have a great time! Just don’t take us to overcrowded places.

8. Our thoughts are louder than our words – no matter how outgoing we seem to be

Whatever comes out has been part of a much larger thought, and if we try to break every part of it down to you, you might easily get lost in the way. The truth is, our introverted side allows us to be in touch with our thoughts in such a healthy way that we can talk loudly while thinking much louder.

9. And this allows us to calculate our outgoing nature very precisely

We always know what to say next because we can hear our fast-paced thoughts that many people like to ignore. Whatever we may seem to you, it’s because it’s only part of the larger picture we’re trying to achieve. It’s rather complicated really…

10. No crowd can be too big or small to make us reconsider shutting ourselves off from the world right there and then

Especially when we’re experiencing an overload in our ‘social parts of our brains.’ We can easily shut ourselves off and become extremely introspective, not noticing anything that’s happening around us. And in this time, we tend to use some fixed phrases and reactions that come out almost automatically while having no idea what you’re talking to us.

11. We’re extremely picky when it comes to people – and when we like you, we really like you

We don’t need the achievement called ‘friends’ just for the sake of having any. If we like to be around somebody, it’s because we have somehow decided that this person is worth our time and energy. We like genuine people, and we like honesty first and foremost. And when we notice that someone’s thoughts aren’t aligned with their actions, we quickly wipe them off the ‘friend-board.’

Are you an extroverted introvert? How many of these things do you do?

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9-Year-Old Star Child Who Claims To Be Able To Heal Waters Warns Society To ‘Wake Up’

By
Elizabeth Williams

We all come with some kind of purpose in our lives that can contribute to the whole of society’s growth, both on a material and spiritual level. To be able to achieve this purpose, our vibration programs our abilities and unlocks special abilities from the endless possibilities we are abundant with.

Such is the case of the Star Children, who come to this dimension to help in the spiritual growth of those around them and contribute to the much-needed growth of our planet and us as its children.

We are constantly evolving, and the Star Children are the next evolutionary chain that are much more spiritually aware than the rest of us, and they come with special gifts, such as healing abilities, extra-sensory perception, Universal wisdom, and many other ‘super-powers.’

Author Mary Rodwell highlights their existence in her book The New Human: Awakening to Our Cosmic Heritage, explaining that although they are physically indistinguishable to most humans, they are the bringers of light who are here to guide the awakening of terrestrial consciousness.

“The New Children are born without programs and will bring about a Global Awakening,” she explains. The ‘programs’ she is referring to are the illusions we are all taught about reality that are largely defined by tradition and generally-acceptable ‘norms’.

Swedish molecular biologist Dr. Ohlson, Ph.D., is one of the scientists who have dedicated their career in deciphering the mystery around these children who possess a different sense of reality.

To describe them, she coined a new term – ‘letter people,’ pointing to a number of scientifically-proven differences between them and the average American. “It is not so simple as foreign DNA. It’s a combination of genetically improved bodies, in combination with souls from different pales in our Universe, incarnating in these ‘improved’ bodies,” she explains.

“The souls have different frequencies/vibrations depending on their evolutionary status and that plays a role in activation of the DNA in that particular body,” she continues, explaining that they can hear above normal range, are more aware of “minute differences in the shades of color than normal,” they have an enhanced sense of smell and taste, exhibit greater sensitivity to all frequencies, radioactive radiation, as well as energy fields and energy beaming from angry people or animals.

Nine-year-old Cathy from Northern Europe is one of the children Mary Rodwell lists with ‘star-child’ abilities, and this girl claims to possess the ability to heal and purify waters, by speaking “star languages.”

Her mother contacted Rodwell to share what Cathy could do and the message she wanted the world to hear. In the email, she explains that Cathy could speak ‘star languages’ to heal water.

“At the time of my first pregnancy, a ‘voice’ told me my children were not mine. They would only come through me. These children belong to no one. It wasn’t until recently that I was aware there were such things as extra-terrestrials,” she writes, explaining that she’s a mother of four.

She describes Cathy as a special girl who “finds the conventional world and rules difficult.” She has a difficulty understanding why she isn’t allowed to do things her own way. She goes on saying that by ‘dictating some healing words in an ET language,’ she can heal and purify water.

“I noticed the water actually tasted different afterward. She says that star languages are from a place outside the Universe. Cathy receives messages in ET languages and understands what they are saying to her. She says that they are important.”

If this is true, then it further shows just how little we are aware of what existence really encompasses and how much we have still to learn about the Universe and our abilities as not only material but also as spiritual beings.

Perhaps the most important message Cathy is trying to send to us all is to wake up and realize how we are affecting our reality. Listen to her message below and let us know what you think on this subject.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OM0BTbFG6WU

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God Knows What You Hold In Your Heart Even If You Don’t Say It Out Loud

By
Mary Wright

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Last night I found myself feeling lost and like God was not listening to my prayers. I have been asking for the same things time and time again, but it is like God got deaf to my needs. It’s like he keeps me waiting intentionally while he makes my life lessons harder.

At first, I thought that he didn’t understand me completely. So, I tried to speak to him in different languages and in different ways, feeling like if I could just perfect my words and prayers he will finally listen to me and make them true.

And then, it dawned on me. God knows what is in your heart even before you open your mouth to say it out loud. God knows your deepest needs and desires of your heart better than you. God doesn’t need to remind him of your needs. He never forgets you.

He doesn’t forget the thing you wished for ten years ago or last night. He doesn’t forget your prayers nor the nights you were crying and begging him to help you because you have no one to turn to. God knows your heart better than anyone.

The thing is, God won’t always give you what you are begging him to give you, no matter how hard you pray and how desperate you are. He won’t always make your life easier.

Better yet, because he knows your heart’s desires and what you truly need – he will give you just what you need to heal yourself forever and not just temporarily. He will give you what you need and not what you want in the moment.

At the end of the day, your heart belongs to God. He will take care of it.

So, you can plead all you want and try to convince God that your plans are the ones that will make you truly happy, but you won’t succeed. You can’t change the God’s plan for you. Just have faith in him. Have faith in his silence.

Even in the moments when you think he is not there – he is. In the days when life gets too heavy and you can’t seem to find the strength to get out of bed – he is there. In the nights when you are sobbing because you lost someone you loved, and you feel dead inside – he is there. In the days where nothing seems right and everything goes wrong – he is there, don’t forget him.

Keep your faith in God alive and understand that everything is happening for a reason, even if you don’t see it now. Just trust him and watch the signs he gives you. Everything will be okay in the end.

11 Things A Strong Woman Won’t Tolerate In A Relationship

By
Stephanie Reeds

Congratulations. You’ve found yourself a strong, I-can-do-it lady. So now that you’ve entered the relationship with an independent woman, the most important step is figuring out how to keep her.

She will need her wings to fly and save the world couple of times a day. She’ll need her own time to do her own things at her own pace. But giving her that space for some men can be really intimidating.

Guys, here’s a little advice: The key is to trust her enough that once she’s done doing her things, she’ll come back to you. If the love of your life is a strong, independent lady, here are 11 things you should know she’ll never tolerate:

1. Disrespect

A strong woman knows her worth more than anything else. She values respect and treats others with the same amount they treat her.

So, when you go on and disrespect someone else’s opinion, let alone her own, she won’t stand aside. That is a sure sign that you’ll get the TIMEOUT. She just won’t have that attitude.

In fact, have in mind that whenever you’re on a date with a tough lady, she subtly pays attention to every behavior of yours. If you’re kind and respectful, she might see you again. If not, she’s going to the “toilet”, and she is never coming back.

2. Being Controlled

If there’s one crucial thing to be aware of when you’re in a relationship with an independent lady, is giving up the idea that you can control her. They are independent. They are wild beings.

You’ll never be able to tame a strong lady. Don’t think for a moment that you can tell her where she can go or what she can do. They need their freedom and it’s better for you if you just leave them be.

3. Breaking Her Boundaries

If the answer to your question is NO, then you better stick to it. Know this: Strong, independent ladies won’t break under your manipulation.

So, if you keep on pushing her limits for too long, you are guaranteed to trigger a devastating end to the relationship. Don’t cross her boundaries.

4. Dominating The Relationship

Equality is a value she respects the most. And while control can be kinky and sexy in the bedroom, it’ll be a complete turn off if you try to pull it off in your daily functioning.

If you expect from her to serve you at her pleasure, you’re terribly wrong my friend. A strong woman won’t agree to slave you around the house and make your food if you don’t do the same for her.

Forget your traditional beliefs of what should a woman do. If you date a fierce lady, have in mind that she knows her worth. And you know what? Your worth isn’t more than hers.

5. Lying (Even if it’s over something small)

Even if it’s a white lie we’re talking about, lying is not approved as a part of her life. She considers honesty to be one of her strongest traits and she expects exactly the same.

She’ll tell you everything, but in return, she’ll expect nothing but the truth from you. If you’re not going to abide, she’ll sense the lie from miles and you won’t hear from her ever again.

Have the courage and dignity to speak to her up front. Strong, independent ladies don’t have the time to deal with boys. 

6. Jealousy

Oh, don’t even try to pull this stunt. You’ll be left and forgotten.

First of all, it’s a serious sign of insecurity. She can’t go on and waste her time trying to convince you that she only went out to have a drink with the girls.

She won’t waste her life with a person who doesn’t trust her enough when she’s alone with her male friend.  So just let her be, and believe her. A strong woman who firmly stands her ground will never betray your trust.

7. Cheating

A definite NO-NO! If you ever do this, and your woman catches you, that’s it. Don’t try to justify it. Don’t even think you’ll get a second time around.

A strong independent woman looks for a relationship that will take her to a higher level in life. She strives for a person who is mature enough to be with her.

8. Unkindness

Another kind of insecurity is being harsh to others. People are usually mean when they feel endangered. A strong woman will never choose to settle for a person who is mean and disrespectful to other, but respectful to her.

It’s hypocritical and insincere. She won’t allow having that kind of attitude in her life.

9. Not Supporting Her Goals And Dreams

No matter how tough she actually is, she still needs someone who’ll be there on her worst days, a person who will encourage her wildest dreams and desired goals.

Strong, independent women go after so much more than an average person does. They are driven by passion and success is their biggest motivation. They can do everything that comes to their mind.

However, as confident as she is, sometimes she’ll just need you to be there, if only for a talk. She’ll panic and will come to you. Make sure to always remind her that failure is just another step towards success.

10. Mothering You

Most importantly, a strong, tough lady won’t be okay with taking you under her wing and mothering you.

She’s a confident, mature and responsible adult and expects the same from you. Don’t act like she should take care of your childish shenanigans. She’ll have you out in no minute.

11. Excuses

Sure, it’s understandable to excuse yourself for not being able to do something. It happens. But if you continue with a constant stream of apologies and excuses, be prepared to say your goodbyes.

Strong women accept apologies but also know when to just stop and walk away. If you are a guy who is really good at making excuses, she will assume you had a lot of practice before her.

The thing is, a strong woman doesn’t need you. She never did. She chose to have you in her life because she wants you. The right person will see the value in this and cherish her for her individuality!

8 Cruel Realities That Will Make You Stronger Once You Accept Them

By
Stephanie Reeds

We’re all used to reading affirmative posts about how life is rainbows and unicorns, and how everything will eventually settle down. I’m not saying I’m against it… but let’s put things into a more realistic perspective.

It’s important to understand that life is a sequence of both positive and negative events, and considering that, most of the time we struggle to put everything in order.

There will be some hard things for us to swallow and some truths which we wouldn’t be always brave enough to hear. However, accepting them as a part of your life will only make you grow stronger.

These are the 8 cruel realities of life that will make you stronger once you acknowledge them:

1. You CAN’T CHANGE the PAST

No matter how hard you try to change the things that once happened, the past can never be re-written. What’s done is done, what’s gone is gone and the only thing left to do is to concentrate on the beauty the present moment holds.

Don’t waste your time figuring out the things you could’ve done to possibly prevent something from happening. Instead, focus on your future goals, and do your best to achieve them.

2. Being BUSY doesn’t always mean you are being PRODUCTIVE

Some people just love to complain about how busy they are. Complaining usually gets in the way of successfully completing a certain task, don’t you think? They don’t realize that instead of stressing about how much they have to do, they need to focus on more rational thinking.

Remember: Work smarter, not harder! Be effective and use your sources wisely. List everything you must do, put all the important tasks at the top of the list, and get things going. Block everything that distracts you and work harder. No excuses!

3. You do HAVE THE TIME, so stop telling everyone you don’t

One of the most common things I’ve heard from people would be: “I don’t have enough time to do everything I want”. Okay, so we live in a fast-paced world where half of your day is spent working a job that provides you an average income.  We’re all busy. We’re always up and running.

But, with a good organization and a bit of willpower, everything is possible! How many hours a day do you spend scrolling stories on Instagram? Watching TV? I’m guessing too many.

It’s a fact we fill our days with useless distractions, but you need to make time to identify yours and reschedule your time for different, more productive activities. It’ll be worth it, I promise.

4. Tomorrow DOESN’T come for everyone

It’s the sad truth. We’ll be gone from the face of the Earth in a certain time. As dreadful as it sounds, it’s a thing that can’t be changed and remains the same. But the one thing we can do about it is to embrace life, no matter how hard sometimes is.

Don’t put off until tomorrow what can be done today. This goes for everything in life. Tell your parents how much you love them, accept that job opportunity that thrills you, ask the one you like on a date. Use the present moment.

Because for some people, tomorrow never comes.

5. FAILURE is inevitable

There will surely be times when life won’t go as planned and you’ll fail. You’ll face problems that you didn’t think even exist. It will discourage you to the point where you won’t be able to try again. But that’s life.

No matter how much plans you make, failure will be here to teach us and make us stronger. So, don’t be afraid to fail. Whatever you do, try to look at the positive side of things, and find a way to rise from the ashes. Ultimately, you’ll succeed.

6. NOTHING will be perfect

Don’t waste your life trying to make everything perfect. There will be things that you won’t be able to control. Stop waiting for the right time or right situation to come, and just do it your way!

7. Make time for your PASSION

If there’s something that sets your heart on fire and sparks up your eyes whenever you talk about it, embrace it and make that thing work! Take time out of your busy agenda to do the things that make your soul flourish.

When you do the thing you love, you’ll never have to work a day in your life.

8. You’ll learn the HARD WAY, but you won’t be able to always rely on FRIENDS

Friends are considered as our life companions, our soulmates. However, life can get a bit rough and show us that some people were in our life just for their own beneficial reason. You end up betrayed and you feel like you’ll never be able to trust someone the way you did.

Don’t let this discourage you. Just move on with your life. Be nice to people. You’ll get everything you deserve.

Now that you’ve heard the un-sugar-coated version of life, what will you do today to start getting your life together?

It Is Almost 2018 And This Time I Am Finally Letting You Go

By
Mary Wright

Losing you was not a one-time incident. I have been losing you every single time I had a shattering and hollow feeling inside while watching you leave. I have been losing you every time I went back reminiscing about times when I’ve given my best to make the relationship work, and yet you always managed to slip right through my fingers.

And at nights like these, my unreliable mind still recalls your gestures, your voice, all the small things that you did that once meant the world to me, and now are only reminders of what I have lost and can’t have it back.

A stormy sky reminds me of you because you were a storm. And I was an aftermath. Everything happened so fast between us, just like a storm that comes unexpected but impacts you deeply – leaving you vulnerable and excited at the same time.

People say to me that things will be better and that the sun will eventually come out again. But I don’t believe in that.

I believe that things will get better when you decide to take the matter in your hands; when you accept the truth no matter how hard it can be, and when you finally come to terms with the fact that certain things have to end and that you are ready to open new doors.

Because, the thing is, everything in our life is a choice. We choose to love, to cheat, to break hearts, to mend them, to apologize, and to forgive and forget.

And deciding to leave and forget you was like existing in both storms and clear skies. Because you were both – a calm sea and devious waves at the same time. A survival and a catastrophe happening all at once.

You’ve knocked down the walls I’ve built over the years to protect myself. Others say that it is inevitable that two people sharing an intimate relationship will leave a mark to one another, but they never say that these marks are actually deep scars. And they will stay with me forever.

Now, when I look back to the old happy days, I am feeling regret because we were perfect back then, and everything was going so smoothly that it came as a shock to me when things started to fall apart. Without warnings. Without any signs suggesting that our relationship is about to be shattered in pieces.

And now I release you. I reached a pain threshold and I decided to release you from all this constant confusion and embitterment.

I won’t chase someone that doesn’t want to stay. Because you can’t keep someone that doesn’t want to be kept. I am leaving you behind. I am finally moving away from the storm for good.

This is me, saying goodbye, releasing you, and wishing you all the best. I loved you, and I hope you will be loved again. But this time, not by me.

A 6-Year-Old Boy Makes $11 Million A Year On YouTube Reviewing Toys

By
Mary Wright

Ryan is a 6-year-old boy and a ‘host’ of Ryan ToysReview which is a very popular channel on YouTube for toy-review. This 6-year-old ‘host’ is also a multimillionaire.

According to Forbes’ list, Ryan ToysReview, a family-run channel on YouTube, generated almost $11 million in 2017.

This $11 million raw estimate placed Ryan ToysReview on the eighth place on Forbes’ list along with the American sketch comedy YouTube channel Smosh.

Ryan’s parents have shot and released videos of the young boy’s reviews almost daily since the beginning of Ryan ToysReview back in March 2015.

Ryan, then a 4-year-old boy, and a great fan of toy-review, asked his parents to make him a YouTube channel where he could review toys.

He started slowly until his video went viral in July 2015. The video showed Ryan opening a box of more than a hundred Pixar’s “Cars” toys and reviewing them. It had more than 800 million views.

Ryan’s YouTube channel now reviews new toys with the videos including Ryan’s enthusiastic and earnest commentaries.

The channel now has an audience of about 10 million subscribers which has an income of approximately $1 million a month from advertising alone.

Watch Ryan, the lucky boy, reviewing a DIY candy dispenser:  

These 17 Brutal Life Truths Will Help You Get Your Life Together

By
Stephanie Reeds

Life is hard, okay? It’s a freaking rollercoaster ride on the highest and scariest rails you’ve ever seen. You don’t know its next move, you don’t know whether it’ll go right or left, and it seems like the minute you’re up in the sky, you’re getting knocked down again.

Everyone went through the difficulties life served us and managed to survive the hardship. However, there will be times when life will push you to the limits and make you feel hopeless.

When things start to take some nasty course of their own, you shouldn’t allow yourself to back down to them. The truth is, most of the time you can’t control everything that happens to you, but the one thing you can do is – STAND UP for yourself and fight back.

Once you acknowledge that there will always be things out of your control, you can easily get yourself together and start living.

These are 17 brutal truths about the life you no one wants to admit:

1. Your life will eventually come to end

As much as it sounds perfect, we are not invincible. It’s not called a circle of life for nothing. We’re made of flesh and blood and life, as it is after a long time, will lead us to an end. Stop wasting your days and fully embrace the present moment.

2. …And we’ll all die

By accepting this you realize that the same goes for everyone else you know. So, hug your close ones and make sure to tell them every day just how much you love them.

3. Money won’t make you happy

Yes, money is indeed very relevant to our existence. But won’t buy you happiness. Life is about embracing and living it to the fullest. Stop spending money in order to compensate for the things you don’t have.

4. You won’t be able to make everyone happy. Nor should you try it.

Don’t even try doing that.  Take care of yourself and your loved ones before your time runs out. The rest will take a course of its own. You don’t owe anyone anything.

5. Talent fades if you let it

If you have a God-given ability in a certain area, hold on to it and learn all the possible ways you can enhance and promote it. Don’t ever let it go to waste!

6. No one cares how hard your life is. STOP whining!

You know what? Life is hard for all of us. Everyone is facing hardship and goes through some difficult times. But it’s life. And life was never supposed to be easy. If you are not satisfied with where are you going, change something. But don’t go complaining if you are not planning to do something about it.

7. Search for a deeper meaning, no matter what you do

Life is a miraculous journey that takes us on various adventures. Be more curious, explore them and ask questions about everything. Whatever you do, always search for the deeper meaning of things. Take out of life as much as possible while you’re here.

8. Time is the most precious thing in your life. Don’t waste it for nothing!

It passes so quickly, you won’t even feel it. And after a while, you just realize that you haven’t had enough time to do everything you’ve ever dreamed of. Let’s avoid waking one day and regretting the things we haven’t achieved. Work hard and always do your best!

9. Share your wisdom with people

If you know something that could be valuable to other people, don’t hesitate to share it. Don’t ever let EGO get in your way. After all, remember: Treat others the way you want to be treated!

10. NOW is all we have

Leave the past and stop chasing the future. You’re not powerful to change it anyway. Instead, focus on your actual state and all the things you could do at the present time. Most of all, enjoy it. One thing we can be certain of is NOW.

11. Cherish and nurture your relationships with the ones you love

If you want something to grow, you need to nurture it. Cultivate the relationships with the ones you love. Keep the real ones and show them how much they mean to you. You do what needs to be done. The rest is not up to you.

12. Don’t try to make everything perfect. It will kill you.

Pointing out flaws and beating yourself up will only waste your life. Instead of trying to make everything perfect, accept the fact that it’s not and move on. When you put it like that, you’ll see that flaws aren’t bad at all. They’re actually the best part.

13. Only you are responsible for your actions

No one will ever be responsible for the things that happen to you! Get out there and start living your life.

14. Searching for happiness prevents you from finding it

Stop chasing it and you’ll feel the minute it approaches you. Start by focusing more on the present time and less on the future.

15. Thinking versus doing is not the same

Daydreaming is nice, but if it ends up with you doing nothing, success will be nowhere close to you. There’s a huge difference between doing and thinking. So, you better get a hold of your self and start doing the things you’ve been thinking about.

16. Everything changes

Another thing we can be certain of – Everything is relative. One thing ends, another begins. Changes are inevitable for our physical and mental growth. Don’t be afraid to accept it. Regardless of how scary changes might look, you’ll never know what will bring you. And that’s the beauty of it.

17. Failure is the road to success

It is an unavoidable part of our lives. Don’t let it discourage you. Disappointments are here to give us the most valuable lessons in life. Let failures be even a bigger motivation as you make the steps to your achieved goal!

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This Is What 2018 Will Be Like For You – A Sneak Peak Based On Your Zodiac Sign

By
Mary Wright

ARIES (March 21st – April 19th)

2018 will be a big year for Aries. Your dreams will be finally recognized and fulfilled as long as you are ready to work hard for them. Aries tend to sabotage their plans by suddenly losing focus or allowing their restless nature to get in their way. However, this year things will be different for Aries. They will finally make their dreams come true. They will achieve everything they’ve planned and more.

TAURUS (April 20th – May 21st)

Taurus, get ready for a year of self-discovery and several life epiphanies along the way. You will notice many changes in your outer as well as in your inner being. You’ve probably felt a little lost, but this year you will finally understand who you are at the core. The long and exhausting search for your place in the world will finally come to an end. You will be grateful and at peace in the following year.

GEMINI (May 22nd – June 21st)

Gemini, you have to hold on tight this year and get ready for some serious and drastic changes – both mental and physical. Exciting and brand-new opportunities are coming to you, so don’t miss the change to grab them. Don’t stop pushing forward because soon you will fell the benefits of your efforts. This 2018 year is all about making changes and taking risks, so don’t hold yourself back.

CANCER (June 22nd – July 22nd)

2018 will be a year of breakthrough for Cancers. A year full of opportunities, hope, and fortune is ahead of you, which is something that you lacked or lost the previous year. You will find a new level of positivity and optimism. You will reclaim your lost self-confidence because you will finally realize all the wonderful things that the world can offer you. This year you are about to shine.

LEO (July 23rd – August 22nd)

This year for Leos will be anything but boring. It will be the opposite of boring – positive, energetic, and uplifting year. You will begin the following year with a clean slate, without any traumas and struggles from your past relationships. You will also let go off any negativity that has been weighing you down for quite some time. It’s a year full of adventures, excitement, relaxation, and new connections.

VIRGO (August 23rd – September 22nd)

2018 will be a year of changes for Virgos. It will also be a year of personal growth and you will experience a new way of thinking – more positive and rational. Your self-confidence will grow, and others will notice the major change in you. There would not be a grain of doubt in you, and this will help you to become more brave and courageous than before.

LIBRA (September 23rd – October 22nd)

Libras will concentrate on themselves and on meeting their needs in 2018. They will decide to focus their energy on taking care of themselves instead of taking care of everyone else’s needs. If you are Libra, you will change your direction towards more important goals that will bring you long-term happiness. You will focus on real and important things rather than going for a quick fix. Huge changes and personal growth both physical and mental are waiting for you.

SCORPIO (October 23rd – November 22nd)

Scorpio will do a lot of self-reflection in 2018. Last year you’ve had a hard time clinging and worrying about every single mistake. Now, the things will change for the better. You will finally move on and forgive yourself for your mistakes. You will be at a place where you understand that everything happened for a reason, and every mistake made you learn a valuable life lesson.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd – December 21st)

All Sagittarius zodiac signs will be extremely driven in the following year. You won’t stop until you achieve your plans. You are on a mission and nothing would hold you back or slow down your progress. 2018 would bring you success in many areas of your life – career, friendships, romantic relationships, you name it. You will finally achieve your full potential.

CAPRICORN (December 22nd – January 20th)

Capricorn’s skills and talents will shine bright in 2018. Your calm and focused work ethic will bring you amazing results in your career. You’ve been feeling for some time now that your hard work is unappreciated. In 2018 that will change. You will be recognized, and you show your skills in the greatest way possible, so the awards will come naturally.

AQUARIUS (January 21st – February 18th)

2018 is a year of huge changes for Aquarians. You have been self-doubting yourself in the past, and you’ve had a hard time taking yourself seriously and taking action to make the much-needed changes for you. However, in 2018 everything will change for the better. You will be motivated to make a progress and you will believe more in yourself and your capabilities. “Popularity”, “power”, and “passion” are your keywords for the following year.

PISCES (February 19th – March 20th)

Pisces will have a very creative year. If you are Pisces, your horoscope for the following year foretells that you will finally have the time to finish all your projects that you’ve been leaving behind. You will be filled with an immense amount of a creative energy and you will be more inspired than ever to make the necessary changes in your life.

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