The Beatles - Everyday Chemistry

The Beatles - Everyday ChemistryEvery day, the world gets introduced to a new understanding of the world based on scientific understanding. The scientific study of the world and the results of those studies are known as the 'laws of nature'. It is this scientific study that makes us, as people, able to relate to the world we live in and thus create the connections we need in order to form relationships in relationships.Everyday Chemistry is the story of the world as we understand it. But in order to do that, one must study the world itself. This is where you come in. You learn about how the world works and how you can use it to your benefit.The world we live in is a complicated place and it is essential that you become an understanding of how the world works so that you can be a good citizen of the world. This knowledge is the ability to understand how the world works and how you can make connections and relationships with other people in the world.Everyday Chemistry requires that yo u study your world in its entirety and you also study the world of others in their own way. It is important to consider how people think, how they react to situations, how they build relationships and how they determine their actions in everyday life. These are all lessons you have to learn from the history of the world and also the life of the Beatles.Everyday Chemistry demands that you study the Beatles. The Beatles understand the world and how it works and how you can apply that knowledge to your own life in order to experience life in the world in a different way.Dr. Brian Reid, who wrote Everyday Chemistry, studied the world and the people of the world. He realized that the world has a mind of its own and that people with different minds work differently. Brian Reid noticed that certain people respond better to certain types of situations than others do. In the book, Brian Reid calls these people the 'Beatle Neurotype' and they play an integral role in the workings of the world .In the book, Everyday Chemistry, Brian Reid describes the Beatles as 'The Master Brainteasers'. They understand the world and how it works. The Beatles have a genius for the application of chemistry in everyday life and that understanding is what makes them so special.

5 Productivity Tips for Already Busy People - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / 5 Productivity Tips for Already Busy People - Introvert Whisperer 5 Productivity Tips for Already Busy People Julie B June 3, 2015 Career Development No responses Go to top Being extremely busy does not mean that some things have to be left undone. These tips show you how it is possible to accomplish more in less time by preparing to deal with tasks, avoid time-wasting distractions, handle emails efficiently, manage staff and save time on meetings. 1. Divide Your Tasks Be realistic about how much you can get done in a day. Break up a big project into separate tasks when making a list of jobs to be completed, and consider if any of them can be delegated or outsourced. A good way to deal with a big workload is to decide on completing one major task in the morning, followed by three medium-sized tasks and five shorter ones. With one big task completed, you should feel a sense of achievement and find it easier to get through less time-consuming tasks. 2. Manage Your Time Make a list of tasks that you can get through quickly, such as report reading and answering emails, and allocate small chunks of time for getting these done. Space in between meetings or while waiting for an appointment can be ideal times to get odd jobs done. You will increase productivity by setting strict deadlines for each primary task that you need to complete, whether or not these already have a fixed completion date. You can manage staff with HR software. This will allow you time to spend less time on admin and more time on pro-active management. 3. Become Email Efficient Restrict the number of times you check your emails during the day by setting specific points in the day for doing this. Rather than spending time on responding first thing in the morning, try to leave this task until you have completed something on your to-do list. (Tweet this!) Set up an automatic filter that will send things like newsletters into a separate folder, so you can look at them when you have more time available. If you regularly receive queries that involve frequently asked questions, use an autoresponder to send out an instant response with a set of answers or relevant information. Keeping your responses short will save time. If you take too long to respond to emails you will have to begin each one with an apology for the delay. You can save time by answering emails with a brief message stating that the sender can expect to get a response from you within the next 48 hours. 4. Cut Down on Meetings Efficient management of meetings will help you to be more productive when you have a big project to work on. Try to keep at least one day a week entirely free from meetings, so you can focus more on what needs to be done. When possible, arrange meetings in groups, so you can go directly from one to another, and take control to ensure that each meeting stays on topic and reaches a conclusion within its allotted time. When a meeting has to be arranged outside your workplace, consider whether it is really necessary to be there in person or whether a conference call or video conference would save time and accomplish the same result. 5. Take Action to Avoid Distractions Prevent other people from distracting you with non-urgent questions or trivial chatter when you need to wall yourself off. Make sure your office door stays closed or wear headphones while you work. Even if you are not listening to anything, people are less likely to try telling you anything that is not important when they can see that you have headphones on. If you use an internal messaging system, send a ‘Do Not Disturb’ message stating when you will be available again. Stay offline when doing work that does not require use of the Internet. When you do need to be online, disable your auto-logins for the social media sites you use, or get an app that you can set to block access to your favourite social network during your hours of work. Switch off your mobile phone and turn off any device that pings when you receive a message. Keep your workspace free from clutter. You will achieve more by staying focused on one thing at a time, instead of trying to multitask. Go to top What are some of your best productivity tips? Share with us in the comments! Image: Photobucket Personal Branding starts with how well you speak about YOU.   I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my eBook â€" The Definitive Guide to Creating and Using an Elevator Speech.   In this guide, I give you simple to follow instructions for creating a “wardrobe” of ways to talk about you â€" to leave a lasting impression.   Get your copy now: CLICK HERE Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleash your professional potential.

Equivalent Decimals

Equivalent Decimals We can say decimals are a kind of fractional numbers. For example, the decimal 0.5 represents the fraction 5/10. We know 5/10 is equivalent to 1/2. In other words we can say decimal number is a number which contains decimal point. It has whole part and decimal part. We can say digits before decimal as whole part and the digits after decimal as decimal part. We have some rules to write the equivalent decimals. Those are, an equivalent decimal has same digits after the decimal point. If we add a number zero at the end of decimal digits the value of that number will not change. If we add zeros before the whole number the value of the number will not change. And the important thing is the place value of a decimal will not change. Example 1: check the decimal 0.45 is equivalent to 00.4500 Solution: Given decimal is 0.45 We need to find the place values of these two decimals First we can find the place values of 0.45 4 is tenth place and 5 is at hundredth place .(1) Now we can find the place values of the digits of 00.4500 The place value of 4 is tenths and place value of 5 is hundredth ..(2) From (1) and (2), The place values of the digits are same. So the given decimals are equivalent. Example 2: check the decimal 0.5 is equivalent to 00.500 Solution: Given decimal is 0.5 We need to find the place values of these two decimals First we can find the place values of 0.5 5 is tenth place .(1) Now we can find the place values of the digits of 00.500 The place value of 5 is tenths ..(2) From (1) and (2), The place values of the digits are same. So the given decimals are equivalent.

A Day in the Life at Oregon State University

A Day in the Life at Oregon State University Melissa, who specializes in English tutoring, writing tutoring, and a number of other subjects, shared her college experience below. She earned her bachelors degree in psychology from Oregon State University in 2012. Check out what she had to say: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Melissa: I did my undergraduate work at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon. The town had around 60,000 people and the school had around 18,000 students. The University was a huge part of the community and public transportation was free for all OSU students. I usually took the city bus or rode my bike around campus. Corvallis is a safe place and OSU has a very nice campus that is both pedestrian and bicycle friendly. How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Melissa: Overall, I think the professors and advisers make themselves available, but it depends on the department. I had problems when I was taking statistics with TAs not being available and that was really frustrating. I ended up getting a tutor and did really well, but I really needed the extra help. How would you describe the dorm liferooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Melissa: I lived about a mile off campus. The dining halls were really nice and provided many choices for students and staff. They were almost always busy during day and were a great place to meet friends. Which majors/programs are best represented and supported? Melissa: The College of Engineering, Business, Geoscience, and Fish and Wildlife were the big programs at OSU. I started out studying business and psychology. While taking general requirements, I didnt feel like there was a lot of support, but within the departments, professors seemed more invested and did a good job of providing support for students. The College of Business had a lot of tools and resources to support students with computer labs, internships, and scholarships. How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Melissa: At first it was hard for me to make friends and get to know people. Greek life is huge at OSU. I was a member of Phi Theta Kappa and Sigma Kappa Delta at my previous school and I didnt pledge once I got to OSU. There were a lot of big events, game day activities, and things to do on the quad and at the Memorial Union, but I was really busy with work and school so I wasnt able to fully participate. Over time, I made friends with people who I had classes with a lot and through study groups, which was really nice. How helpful is the Career Centerand other student support services? Melissa: The Career Center was always holding big events and recruiting opportunities, but the student support I found most helpful was through the library. The library was open 24 hours a day, and had so many student services including scanning books into digital files, access to online articles, and study rooms. How are the various study areas such aslibraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Melissa: There are so many places to study on campus at OSU! The Valley Library is huge! The coffee shop in the basement was one of my favorite places to study. I also liked the MU. The buildings are all huge and even though they are busy, they provide enough seating to accommodate a lot of students comfortably. Describe the surrounding town. Melissa: Downtown is a short distance from campus and is a popular destination for students, especially on weekends. There are small shops, coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and a river. Just outside of town, there are great places to go hiking like Marys Peak, Bald Hill, and Peavy Arboretum. How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Melissa: The student body was big with around 18,000 students. The popular required classes like math and statistics were really big and had between 100 and 150 students per section and those professors usually taught several sections and had several hundred students. In those classes it was impossible to get help from the professors. The upper division classes usually had between 25 and 50. I liked the small classes a lot better. Most of my classes were smaller and I was pleased with the size. Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one youregretthe most. Melissa: My favorite class at OSU was Geo 300. The professor (Dr. Cook) was one of the most informed people Ive ever met and his lectures were awesome. Although the class was on resource management, he touched on every element of life including personal enrichment, history, politics, business, and ecology. Every year he took a group of students to Albania to work in a village, where he had a library and he would personally fund a scholarship for one student from that village who excelled. He encouraged me and inspired me through his teaching. He was an amazing person and an excellent teacher. Check out Melissas tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

5 Horrible Solo Albums From Famous Musicians

5 Horrible Solo Albums From Famous Musicians Mac Going solo isnt easy.  Once you leave a famous band, its hard to achieve  the same level of success on your own. In this article, Jessica Kane from SoundStageDirect  discusses  five solo albums from famous musicians that just  didnt cut it There are unknown reasons as to why some famous musicians feel the need to try to wing it on their own. Some have found great success upon breaking away from their band, while others have only put more nails in their creative coffins. Ready to hear what many consider some of the worst albums by solo artists? Here are five horrible solo albums from famous musicians: 1) Gone Troppo by George Harrison The Beatles are perhaps the most famous rock band of all time. Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr have all had successful and well-received solo albums in their post-Beatles lives. However, Gone Troppo by Harrison is one of the weakest releases of the bunch. To say that George Harrison is full of talent is a massive understatement, but his charm, skill, and focus fell short with this album. Its generally regarded as underwhelming and does not capture the magic that Harrison has brought to other albums. Listen to the title track and hear a part of George you havent  heard before: 2) Two Sides of the Moon by Keith Moon Keith Moon is known as one of the most iconic and powerful drummers in rock history. His thunderous hammering can be heard across all of The Whos powerhouse albums of the 1960s and 1970s. Two Sides of the Moon delivers you on a half hour journey to a much too dark side of Moon that is best left unexplored. The tracks on this album are as lifeless as the actual moon. Keith Moon, while a savage drummer, is a pitiful solo artist. He lacks the talent of most famous singers, and despite an impressive lineup that includes Joe Walsh, Ringo Starr, and a rumored David Bowie,  Two Sides of the Moon plays more like a strung-out mishap. This is what happens when you let someone as wild as Keith Moon alone to his own devices inside of a recording studio, with the intention to do a vocal cover album. 3) This Time by Melanie C The Spice Girls treated the world to energetic, fun, and sexy pop music that bred a cult of millions of Spice wannabes and fashion-deficit followers. Sporty Spice, or Melanie C, tried to capture some of that same success in a post-Spice Girl world but fell flat  on her face. While not one of the worst albums of the last 100 years, This Time is just unoriginal and dull. This was Melanies fourth solo effort and one of her weakest. In contrast, Northern Star was a solid pop experience that had good energy and lasting themes. Let your bleeding ears check it out here: 4) Who I Am by Nick Jonas This album deserves to be ranked among the worst albums of all time on every list of bad albums, ever. The Jonas Brothers are known for their cute pop rock that caters to pre-pubescent teen girls. Nick Jonas tried to set himself apart with this edgy attempt at a solo album. The blues is universal, as everyone feels suffering and angst, but Jonas needs to keep out of the blues world. This track is all the reason to stop listening to Nick Jonas: 5) Oh Yes I Can by David Crosby David Crosby is perhaps best known for his influential work with the supergroup Crosby, Stills, Nash, Young, but as a solo artist, hes been hit and miss. Oh Yes I Can is a definite miss. Released in 1989, this album does not bring the listener the same deep emotional satisfaction that was found in previous releases. Crosby is an excellent songwriter and performer, but he should have kept this one to himself. The impact he found in other hits is missing from this release. Conclusion Youve just experienced five horrible solo albums  back to back. Hopefully your ears are recovering now! If you want to avoid making horrible solo albums yourself, schedule a lesson with a private music instructor and get better at your craft today! Know any other horrible albums from famous musicians? Comment below! Post Author:  Jessica Kane Jessica Kane is a music connoisseur and an avid record collector. She currently writes for SoundStage Direct, her go-to place for all turntables and vinyl equipment, including VPI Turntables. Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher

English Listening Exercise The Future

English Listening Exercise The Future As we enter into the last month of the year 2013, we may start to think about the past and wonder about the future. Talking about predictions and the future can be difficult in English.We use will for general predictions but if we are talking about probability. We can also use could, might, or may. This weeks English listening exercise  uses a TED video featuring Pete Alcorns prediction for the 2200 uses these words frequently.Answer the questions below in comments, and well respond.1. How long does he think we are from a new enlightenment? 2. The worlds population is expected to ____ ___ at something hopefully a bit less than 10 billion. 3. What are the 2 benefits of a declining population? 4. What happened in Europe after the plague? (4 things) 5. Human history is kind of viewed as this _________ ____ from the good old days. 6. Why talk about the future? 7. Fear for the future can lead to some ____ decisions. 8. What does he predict for your great great grandchildren?What do you th ink about the worlds future? What about your countries future? As always if you put your answers in comments Ill correct them. Carlos 1. 150 year2. Top ..3. Few people make investment in properly about that / drives wages increase4. rises wages / land reform / technological innovations / .. the middle class5. downhill fly6. to avoid the nasty murders past7. rush decisions8about.I tried but I couldnt understand any words, Thanks LOIEnglish CarlosGood work.Question #2: top out-it means to level off Question #3: two things: property prices drop and wages increase Question #4: Good! you had it all the verb you are missing is: birth of the middle class.Question #5: downhill SLIDE; when something decreases in value or importance.Question #6: good; murder is the the verb and noun the adjective is: murderous.Question #7: rash-this means too quick without thought. It was a rash decision to buy the house.Question #8: a new enlightenment and a general positive future. Carlos can you try th e writing exercise? Ilka 1. How long does he think we are from a new enlightenment? 150 years. 2. The world’s population is expected to top out at something hopefully a bit less than 10 billion. 3. What are the 2 benefits of a declining population? Price of land drops, wages increase. 4. What happened in Europe after the plague? (4 things) Rising wages, land reform, technological innovation, and birth of the middle class 5. Human history is kind of viewed as this downhill flied from the good old days. 6. Why talk about the future? Because transitions are dangerous times. 7. Fear for the future can lead to some rash decisions. 8. What does he predict for your great great grandchildren? They will forget all about mouths(?) and instead they will be planning for the future and starting to build the 20sth century enlightenment. LOIEnglish Ilkagood listening skills!Question #5: downhill slideQuestion #8: They will forget all about malaise-malaise |m?'laz, -'lez| noun: a general feelin g of discomfort, illness, or uneasiness whose exact cause is difficult to identify: a society afflicted by a deep cultural malaise | a general air of malaise. Ilka Not that good! I need to repeat the listening many times Thanks a lot!

English Collocations with Read - English Lesson via Skype

English Collocations with Read - English Lesson via Skype Reading is a wonderful pastime and hobby. It is a great way to spend your time and while you always have a book with you, you will always have a friend.  The following are expressions with the word READ or English collocations with read as they’re commonly known.There are many ways to read: to read for fun  (just to enjoy it as a pure pleasure)  there is reading for work or study  using text book (reading factual or educational books).This academic reading often requires you to read detailed reference books or instruction manuals.The internet now has also changed our approach to reading and many people preferring the option of E-readers (electronic books). However, whether online or in hard copy the pleasure should be the same. English Collocations with Read Here are some expressions with read:READ OUT LOUDread in a way that other people may hear youThe teacher will often ask the pupil  to read out loud  to the class to practice pronunciation and diction. (to learn to read and pronounce the words correctly).  Where the teacher does not want to be disturbed she might ask the class to read quietly to themselves  while she corrects the homework. Here the children will open the book and read it methodically line by line without being heard.When giving the pupils homework or home assignments she/he might ask the kids to read through or over  a few chapters in the book and discuss it in class the following day.“Read through chapters 2 and 3 for your homework and we will discuss it together tomorrow. Also read over the piece on the History of the Great War for next week” he instructed them before the bell to end class sounded.READ FROM THE TOPread from the beginningWhen actors or actresses are auditioning for a part in a film or theatre p roduction they have to stand in front of the director or producers and read their lines (audition or practice). The director will instruct them to read from the top. English Collocations with Read - Infographic Enjoyed this infographic? Here's what you can do next: READ YOUR MINDto know what someone is thinkingIt is always funny (strange) when someone you are talking to guesses or anticipates what you are going to say before you have even opened your mouth. We think these people can read our minds.Some magicians do this as part of their stage performance and seem to know somehow what letter or card or number you selected. It is all a mystery to me but I really enjoy such performances.When Johnny got home he was really hungry and when he opened the door he got the familiar smell of pizzas.  â€˜Oh Mum he said you are a mind reader  I was going to order one as I am starving.  Thanks!’ Idioms and Expressions with Read Here are some idioms and other English expressions  with read:TO READ SOMEONE THE RIOT ACTwhen somebody is very angry because of something you did and didn’t doJennifer was only 17 but she had been drinking a few beers with her friends for quite a few months. One day her father  saw her in the park with her friends with cans of beer in their bags. He really read her the riot act  and when he finished he told her she was grounded for a month. (could not go out with her friends)READ THE SMALL PRINTmake sure you understand the contract fullyWe are always warned when buying something important or when considering signing any contract that we should take great care and read the small print. This is where terms and conditions are written that might be important later on.   Retailers often hope that the small print will not be noticed.Catherine was buying a new laptop.  It was expensive and she had saved her money for quite a few months to buy it. Her father told her to read the small pri nt.READ BETWEEN THE LINESThis does not mean literally. However,  when something is written between the lines it usually refers to something not written but a hidden meaning or something important that you need to be aware of before you proceed.The Foreign Minister made a statement to the press conference ‘If country ABC continues to move into our territory as they have been doing recently, then we may have to take certain actions to protect what is ours.’ Reading between the lines he meant they would defend their territory with force if they had to.READ SOMETHING INTO SOMETHINGThis means to think or believe there is something important in what someone says even when it was not intended.You can also use it negatively  DON’T READ SOMETHING INTO SOMETHINGJames asked his girlfriend if she wanted to go with him to the concert. She said no and he was a little disappointed. She said  â€˜Don’t read anything into that please. I don’t want to go because I have an important exam the next day and I have to do some study.’Well, I am off now to read a book. I am in the middle of a wonderful old classic “Our Mutual Friend” by Charles Dickens. There is nothing I like better than to curl up (nice and cosy) on the sofa reading an interesting book. This one is really good and I am trying to resist (stop myself) from reading it from cover to cover (from beginning to the end) in one day. I just cannot put it down (cannot stop!).

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5 Ways to Fight Serious Winter Blues

5 Ways to Fight Serious Winter Blues Image via flickr.com As the days get shorter and it seems like the weather is always dark and miserable, some of us start getting a little (or, okay, a lot) down. If this describes you, it turns out that you may be sad because you have SAD. Before you think I’m just repeating myself and capitalizing words randomly for kicks, let me give you this one definition:  Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)  is a form of depression that hits during the changing of the seasons. Winter-onset SAD, the specific form of Seasonal Affective Disorder that occurs during the fall and winter, is the most common. Feeling down? It could be SAD. (flickr.com) However, you shouldn’t mix up Seasonal Affective Disorder with “just feeling a little blue.” “Winter Blues” is a slang term for a feeling of mild sadness that clears up quickly on its own. On the other hand, SAD is a serious emotional disturbance and can really interfere with important activities you want to do, such as going to school or work. And while you might love an excuse to turn that term paper in late, having SAD really isn’t worth it. Symptoms: As if it didnt already sound bad enough, SAD is also difficult because the symptoms can vary widely and can even get more severe as the season goes on. Some  symptoms  include: Sad, anxious, or “empty” feelings Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism Feelings of guilt, worthlessness or helplessness Irritability or restlessness Loss of interest or pleasure in activities you normally enjoy Tiredness and low energy Difficulty concentrating, remembering details and making decisions Trouble sleeping Weight or appetite changes Social withdrawal Thoughts of death or suicide Feeling sad or hopeless is a symptom of SAD. (flickr.com) Symptoms specific to winter-onset SAD also include: Weight changes (especially weight gain) Appetite changes (especially a craving for foods high in carbohydrates) Trouble sleeping (especially oversleeping) Heavy, “leaden” feeling in the arms or legs Hypersensitivity to rejection Trouble getting along with others What causes SAD?   Image via flickr.com “Well, how do you cure it then?” you may ask. Now that’s a little trickier. Doctors still don’t know what exactly causes Seasonal Affective Disorder, but they believe a few factors play into it (prepare yourself for a little biology!): Circadian rhythms: These are physical, mental and behavioral changes that occur in your body according to a 24-hour cycle. They are mainly influenced by the light or darkness in your surroundings. Serotonin melatonin levels: Chemicals in your brain that influence your mood and sleep pattern. They are also affected by the light or darkness around you. Now, after all this rather dense, distressing talk, you might understandably be dispirited. “So there’s nothing I can do?” you may ask. Not at all! There are actually several actions you can perform to help alleviate symptoms of SAD. 5 Tips to Go from SAD to Happy! Want to get over SAD? Then follow these tips! (flickr.com) 1. Light therapy (a.k.a. phototherapy): Image via flickr.com This type of therapy doesn’t make you lay down on a couch and spill about your childhood fears. Instead, you sit in front of a  special box  that produces artificial light. This light mimics natural sunlight to supposedly balance out certain chemicals in your brain (the previously mentioned serotonin and melatonin) that affect mood. Take that, cloudy days! Note: Before starting light therapy, speak to your doctor to see if it’s right and safe for you. 2. Avoid loading up on carbs in the morning.   Pancakes are an example of a carb-heavy food! (flickr.com) That picture just made you crave pancakes, didn’t it? Well, as tempting as pancakes, waffles and cereal are, they’re also some of the worst things you can eat in the morning if you want to stay awake and alert all day. This is because eating carbohydrate-heavy foods in the morning causes a sugar spike in your body, followed by a huge release of the chemical insulin in response. Insulin works to decrease the amount of sugar in your blood by moving it into your cells where it’s needed, causing a sharp plunge in your blood sugar level and prompting what we’ve all experienced before: afternoon tiredness. And when you’re already feeling tired and cranky from the overcast weather, extra fatigue is the last thing you need. To avoid the 2:00 slump, eat protein-dense foods like eggs instead of simple carbs. Foods filled with protein give you extended energy and keep you full and satisfied for longer, both of which you desperately need if you’re already dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder. No more hangry people here! Eat protein so you dont get hangry later! (Gif via hellogiggles.com) 3. Skip alcohol and other depressants.   Alcohol is bad for SAD! (flickr.com) It’s often difficult to remember that alcohol is a  depressant, especially when it can make you the life of the party. But it’s true: alcohol inhibits the normal functions of your brain, relaxing you and making you forget your inhibitions. So while drinking alcohol may be fun, the fact that it’s a depressant also means it lowers your mood and makes you more tired. If you have SAD, you don’t need another reason to be depressed or not drag yourself out of bed. This unfortunately means that you should nix the alcohol and other depressants if you want to have as much energy and be as happy as possible. Other  common depressants  include sleep aids and some antihistamines. However, always speak with your doctor before stopping or starting medications! 4. Dont oversleep. Beds are comfy, but dont spend too much time in them! (flickr.com) We’ve all been there: it’s oh so easy to hit the snooze button five more times when it’s cold and rainy outside your snug blanket burrito. But oversleeping may actually make you  more  tired, which is exactly the opposite of what you’re looking for when you’re suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder. So limit the times you abuse that snooze button in the mornings and keep naps to 10-30 minutes. Another tip: going to bed and waking up at the same time every day can also help you stop oversleeping. The consistent schedule balances out your circadian rhythms, which can get disrupted as the seasons change and the daytime gets shorter, causing fatigue. 5. Get moving! Exercise is invigorating! (flickr.com) Exercise  is one of the best ways to beat back SAD! This is because physical activity produces endorphins, chemicals in your body that improve your mood and increase your energy. This can even last for hours after you’re done! In fact, exercising outside even when it’s cloudy is more beneficial and effective than many other SAD treatment methods. So get ready to jump for joy, because exercise can be better than an apple a day at keeping the doctor (and SAD) away!