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Apr 03
Ways to help people

Ways to Help People Cope with Coronavirus

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Recently, we wrote about happiness and how to maintain it in these unusual circumstances. Connecting with people at the safe distance appears to be crucial. There are ways you can help yourselves, ease the pressure and charge your batteries in order to cope with the crisis. Today, we decided to skip the very fun part and simply remind you about the things you can do to help your community, or the people close to you. Ways to help people cope with coronavirus is our topic of the day.

Help Producing Masks

Although many hospitals are well equipped with masks and other professional gear, there is always a shortage somewhere. Ask around and see in what ways you can help.

If sewing is what you are good at, do not hesitate. There are nurses who will welcome the cotton masks that can be washed and dried at high temperatures. In case you consider yourselves extremely skillful, you can try to make layered masks of the exact material that health care practitioners need.

Even if you cannot sew, you can connect with people who can and ask if you can donate some funds to support the production. There are always alternative ways to help people.

Call Friends and Family   

We can bet there are people with whom you have been meaning to talk for a very long time, but simply could not find the time. Well, the time has come.

We know that you may not have as much free time on your hands as you hoped for, especially if you are working remotely. Nevertheless, the chances are this is as good as it gets when speaking of time. So, dial those numbers and show that you care.

Expressing appreciation always makes it worthwhile. Plus, it can really help you re-establish the bonds you once shared with people. It could be that you grew apart due to no specific reasons. The everyday life took over.  Even if you are holding a grudge over something, this could be the perfect moment to bury the axes.

Apart from expressing appreciation, there are many other ways to help people. Listening is one of them. Some think it is a skill, which anyone can practice. Why not give it a try?

Calling Your Ex

Now, calling your ex could be a different thing. In case you think you were rude, or you left from that relationship owing something to your ex, call and apologize.  Otherwise, this type of a call could benefit yourself only. Quarantine time can be used to look deep inside your own psyche and see what you did wrong. Sometimes, calling your ex can be an eye-opening thing and force you to confront your own weaknesses. However, there are people more experienced than the author of this text, who have shared their thought on this topic. So, check them out.

Help Out the Local Businesses

We are all in this together. Although many say it is still too early to estimate, we can only assume that local small businesses will suffer after this crisis.

Sometimes it is easier to shop at large supermarkets where you can find every single thing you need. However, if we want to think long-term, we must take into consideration the economic survival of our local communities.

Therefore, every now and then remember the bread from the local bakery that you liked so much and stop by to buy it. Or, order the takeout food and coffee from your favorite place. Let us help the families who are trying to run their businesses and survive.  Above all, do not forget that only if we sustain one another, we can pass through the storm unharmed.

We are looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the ways to help people cope with this situation.

Mar 20
Happiness

How Do We Measure Happiness Today?

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Our lives are changing inevitably. Whether they would change for the better, it is up to us.  Today, when many people are stranded at their homes, we should reconsider our values. How do we measure happiness today is what we should ask ourselves. This is important for staying healthy, cool-headed, and more resilient.

The Happiest People in the World

Amid extensive reporting on coronavirus, one news caught my attention. Reportedly, Finland has been declared the happiest country in the world, third time in a row. The UN issued their annual World Happiness Report with all the details.  Why is this research important?

The Finns have obviously found a way to be happy. Interestingly, the most important aspect of their happiness achievement is the satisfaction with how their institutions are working. Reportedly, the Finnish people know that all members of their society can rely on their health care system to help out in times of a crisis.

Happiness and Bonding

If we take a look at the above-mentioned report more closely, we will realize that happiness that depends on a system is actually depending on making bonds.

A system is nothing more than carefully organized bonds within community and institutions. It tells a lot about what people can do in order to support the community. Sometimes, it means giving extensive amounts or money to make the system work. Other times, showing gratitude and appreciation is all that it takes.

Social Bonding or Social Distancing?

Social bonding can happen on an individual level. But it can also be on a higher scale, such as joining hands (or other means) for a greater good. The way Finns have done it. And the greater good always aims towards the good of a community, or future generations, for example.

In times of a pandemic, we should act in accordance with advice from health care professionals. Social distancing is among the most important measures. Luckily, we still live in a connected world, and can find other means to stay happy. Social bonding online is the next best thing.

What Do Experts Say?

According to advice from psychologists , we should try to find the meaning in love and our relationships with people close to us. Happiness matters, and we create it.

We can achieve this through showing appreciation and letting others know how much they mean to us. Now, regardless of the fact that Finland exceeds the happiness index of the USA, it does not mean that the Americans cannot do well in this crisis.

Happiness and the Americans

Caring about the community has always been one of the stronger sides of Americans.  Staying at home may limit you in many ways. At the same time, it gives you the opportunity to protect others and yourself from this potentially threatening disease. What better way there is to show appreciation and the meaning of love?

Happiness has always depended only on our own ability to see it or achieve it. If anything, this situation can teach us that there is more to life than meaningless stereotypes and limitless consumerism. Additionally, we can learn the unconventional ways to show love “at the distance”. And only when we are able to express it, we can be truly happy.

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Feb 28
Lucky slot symbols

Lucky Slot Symbols Worldwide

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Luck is a subjective category. Different individuals perceive luck in different manner. However, through centuries, people have developed beliefs regarding luck that reflect their history, legends, even superstition. Therefore, nowadays there is a variety of colorful, rich symbols that represent luck in their own manner, within the local communities or countries. Developers of slot games have this in mind, and hence – many luck related symbols in slots. Lucky slot symbols worldwide is an interesting topic to kick off the weekends.

Chinese Color Red and Dragons

In China, red is a happy color, the same as in large part of the world. Nevertheless, in China it has a specific origin.

Namely, this was the only color that used to scare off the sea monster called Nian, according to popular legends. In ancient times, Chinese used to paint their houses red, or put red lanterns in front of their homes. That way, the monster that comes from the water would run away and leave the villagers in peace. In modern times we can see relics of this tradition during the celebration of the Chines New Year.

Furthermore, there was a tradition in China to write the names of the dead in red ink. This tradition left its traces and even today it is always recommended to avoid writing the names in red, at least in formal writings.

As for the slots, red prevails in many Asian themes. Dragons are among the most popular Chinese symbols. In Chinese folk tales, dragons are the heavenly creatures.  In Chinese mythology, emperors were the sons of dragons. This means that a dragon is the symbol that connects the earth and heavens and transcends this earthly existence. Dragons possess many powers, so they usually control natural forces – thunder, rain and alike.

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Latin American Jungles and Gods

The region of Latin America hides many wonders. Still today, South Americans remember their heritage and preserve the myths that made them who they are. Smart game developers have included some of the ancient symbols into the slots featuring Latin American themes.

Aztec civilization left deep roots and continues to amaze people. The jungle is definitely the best setting for this type of slots. On our web site, you can find “Secret Symbol” and “Secret Jungle” slots that take you to the ancient mysterious worlds.

Some of the Aztec lucky symbols include eagles, butterflies, maize, etc. Eagles were especially important, as they represented power. In times of the Aztec, symbols of eagles often connected to the Sun.  More precisely, the flight of an eagle symbolized the path of our planet in relation to the sun. Therefore, the eagle meant the change from night to day.

Numbers had a very strong meaning in the Aztec civilization. Number 13 was especially important and lucky number. The Aztecs believed that there are 13 heavens. This could be the reason why they thought that 13 symbolizes the day, as well as the heaven.

Do you have a lucky symbol? Tell us about it in the comments.

Feb 22
workaholic

Workaholic, The Signs and the Perils of Becoming One

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People say that new generations are not so dedicated to spending time at work. Apparently, many businesses have shifted online and there is a growing demand for various jobs that we can do remotely. Moreover, new technologies provide for opportunities to spend less amounts of time doing the usual tasks. Nevertheless, the change in people’s attitude towards jobs changes a bit slowly. Hence there are still individuals who identify themselves with the jobs they. They enjoy the fact someone needs them. Their dedication knows no limits. Workaholic, the signs and the perils of becoming one is the topic of the day.

The Necessity to Have Things Under Control

Control freaks are a special kind of workaholics. They can be difficult to handle in real life as in business. Although, managers like to have them onboard. These individuals like to have everything under control. They are dependable and trustworthy. Or, are they?

The thing with control freaks is that they usually feel honored to be a “go-to person”. Now, it is up to a company to decide whether putting so much reliability on one person is the best solution.

Workaholics annoy people around them. They also deprive them of growth opportunities. Why? It is simple. Once they grab their piece of responsibility, they are actually grabbing a new chance to show their competences and learn something new in the process.

24/7 Availability

Constantly thinking about work and putting all other things aside in order to be available anytime, anywhere can be truly exhausting.

There are rare cases when this kind of dedication actually pays off. Mostly, workaholics find themselves in situations where burn out is inevitable.

There are also managers who have the need to oversee everything and like to be consulted, as micromanagement is the only way the know how to run a business. They are in no less danger of a burn out than any regular employee. Moreover, their attitude towards work can serve as the path others should follow, as managers, i.e. leaders set standards.

Lack of Rest

Whatever position a workaholic has in a company, rest is a necessity – both daily and annual rest. Vacations were meant for a reason. There is no pay or benefit that can compensate for bad health and depression. Let alone, bring a satisfaction that can match some other pleasures in life. The only thing workaholics need to learn is to embrace joy and real life that surrounds them.  Moreover, every now and then, they can spin the reels at our bet safe casino Brango. Who knows? Maybe they come across a new way to relax while cash keeps flooding in.

Do you know a workaholic that gets to your nerves? Tell us your story.

Feb 15
the best love scenes

Some Of The Best Love Scenes from Movies

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On Valentine’s weekend, if not participating in our Valentine’s blog promotion for 100 free spins, many will spend time with their partners. There will also be many of whom will try to avoid any recollection of ever being in love. Although we sincerely hope the most of you are in this first group of people, we’d like to remind you about some of the best love scenes from movies ever.  And, no, it’s not “Ghost” or “Titanic”, although we have nothing against that type of classics. These are three, very different vibes in love scenes.

Nine and a Half Weeks

Before “50 Shades of Grey” there was this movie. We love “You Can Leave Your Hat On” scene, but this movie is more than that. Mickey Rourke spills his heart out…

 

The Notebook

Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling gave their best performances in what has become a must-see movie. Prepare your tissues.

 

Pride and Prejudice

For all the fans of regal romances, Pride and Prejudice is kind of a standard. Matthew McFadyen and Keira Knightley depicted the Georgian time England and unusual romance between individuals of very different social status. Emotional turmoil at its best.

We would love to hear about your favorite love scenes. Tell us in the comments section below.