10 Free Things In Life That Can Make You Truly Rich

Amassing immense wealth is the end-all be-all for some people. But there are 10 free things you can attain in life that can make you feel truly rich.

1. Time. Depending on how much or how little free time you have, it can actually determine how satisfied you are with your personal life. Most folks are too busy working hard doing a job they hate just to make ends meet. But sometimes, they often miss their children’s first baseball game or piano recital. You can always earn money, but time is something you can never get back once it passes you by.

2. Wisdom. This should not be confused with most of the useless stuff you learned in school. There are many valuable lessons one can learn outside of the classroom. Wisdom is something you can attain with the experiences you have, be it good or bad, and the learning you can take away from them.

3. Acceptance. There are so many things in life that are beyond our control. Learning to accept the good along with the bad can make our current predicament more bearable. Being able to live in the present and appreciating the blessings that come our way is easily one of the most important things we need to learn in life.

4. Love. Sure, having lots of money can buy you love or at least a veneer of it. But when the chips are down, your loving trophy wife will abandon you in a heartbeat when your deep pockets run dry. One thing you should consider is that real love is something that grows over time. Consider yourself lucky if you find someone who will stand by you, no matter what your circumstances are. That is something money will never be able to buy.

5. The Truth. You can use your wealth to influence people or try to distort some facts that you disagree with. You can even be successful at burying the truth for a long time. But there will always be someone who cannot be bought or intimidated to speak the truth. People with integrity will always be honest whether the truth hurts you or not.

6. Peace of mind. I’ve always kept this adage in mind that goes like this, “Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown.” You may be the one who is calling the shots at work and bossing people around. But those who are in a position of authority are often the ones who lie awake in bed at night because they have tremendous expectations and pressures to meet and live up to. I would never trade being able to sleep soundly for all the fame and money in the world.

7. Inherent talent. Either you have it or you don’t. Not everyone is lucky enough to be the next Steve Jobs or born with the sheer genius of Stephen Hawking. You can use money to join classes or workshops, sure, but it doesn’t guarantee that you’ll have that unbeatable singing voice or musical talent that will launch you to greatness and superstardom. It takes a lot of hard work and determination to achieve that.

8. Health. We’re not just talking about physical health here, but overall mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness as well. There are so many advancements in the field of medicine and science that can make anyone virtually immortal, given you have sufficient resources. However, you can achieve general well-being without having a lot of money by getting enough exercise, eating the right food, and simply being happy with your personal life.

9. Class. We’re not talking about multi-million dollar mansions, designer labels or luxury sports cars here. You can be the richest person in the room but being gracious and well-mannered to other people is something money can’t easily buy. You can enroll yourself in a finishing school perhaps but sometimes, being cultured and refined is something that just can’t be taught.

10. Real Friends. No, not your Facebook friends or your followers on Twitter or Instagram who just want to gawk at your photos or put their nose in your personal affairs. Good friends are hard to come by and if the ones you have only stick around because of the money you throw away, then it’s high time for you to look for some new and genuine friends.

Want To Date A Pretty Girl? She is Likely Overrated.

Have you ever been discouraged by people to date a woman who is “too attractive” for you? Well, they are probably wrong. Here is what you should know.

If you are looking for a meaningful and lasting relationship, you should avoid placing too much importance on looks alone. Most people are hard-wired to focus on physical attributes because it is what their base instinct dictates in finding a suitable mate.

That is understandable. But the reality is, good looks are overrated. There is nothing wrong with wanting to look beautiful. However, the insatiable need in our society to value physical attractiveness above everything else has misguided many impressionable youths.

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Physical beauty is, indeed, skin deep and will fade away eventually. Being in a relationship solely based on good looks is inadequate and a complete waste of time. So, you should seriously ask yourself, “What really makes a woman beautiful?”

Here are 10 essential traits that can make any woman perpetually beautiful.

1. She knows how to recognize and appreciate the beauty in others.

2. She is not jealous of what others may have, nor does she secretly desire them.

3. She is not insecure of what others may think or say about her.

4. She is a genuine person who does not pretend to be someone else, just for the sake of being accepted.

5. She is immensely passionate about life, her work, her craft, and worthy causes.

6. She does not use her charm or beauty to manipulate or take advantage of others.

7. She understands the importance of mutual respect and generosity.

8. She knows how to hold engaging conversations and freely shares her sensible ideas.

9. She is interested in the betterment of the world around her and wants to make a positive impact.

10. She is a unique woman with substance that cannot be easily replaced by another pretty face.

A woman who relies solely on her good looks is only good for a night or two. But you will eventually become bored with her and look for someone else.

A woman who is kind, passionate, and unique can not only get your attention, but also keep you interested in her for a lifetime. 

Remember, life is too short to waste on empty and meaningless relationships. The choice is yours, my friend.

These 8 Simple Hacks Will Make You Feel Happier Today

Choose to be happy. Nobody cares if you're sad anyway. To celebrate the International Day of Happiness, here are 8 tips you can do to feel happier today.

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1. Love what you do. Whatever job you have, learn to appreciate and enjoy it. Take pride in your work each day. People who are only motivated by money are lazy, inept, and don’t care about producing sterling results. Strive to be the best and deliver more than what is expected. Love your job and it will love you back.

2. Think positive. Sure, that’s easier said than done, right? But having an optimistic outlook will not only help you look and feel good, it can also improve your health and lengthen your lifespan, according to a research published in the American Heart Association journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes.

3. Learn to love yourself. The late great singer and Grammy Award winner Whitney Houston comes to mind because of her monster hit song, “Greatest Love of All.” She had it all figured out long before researchers at the University of Hertfordshire opined that self-acceptance is the secret to having a happier life. You just need to look in the mirror and tell yourself, “Hey, you’re pretty awesome!”

4. Listen to music. Thanks to modern mobile devices and the Internet, anyone can easily download their favorite songs and enjoy listening to them anytime, anywhere. A recent study suggests that listening to music can have a positive effect on your mood. It’s no surprise you can see many people in public with earphones glued to their ears. Well, I do have Happiness Is A Warm Gun looped on my iPod every Thursday. So there.

5. Put a smile on that face. And have a good laugh as well. Since you’re already pretending to be busy at your workstation, try watching some funny videos of cats doing funny cat stuff or check out some hilarious memes and gifs on 9gag. This is just one of the many fun things you can do to uplift your mood. Just try to avoid getting caught by your supervisor while you’re at it.

6. Talk to your crush. Come on, try growing a pair! Don’t be afraid to approach him or her and show off your impressive conversational skills. You’ll never know what lies ahead if you don’t take a chance. Who knows? You might be pleasantly surprised that you share the same interests or activities. If by chance he or she doesn’t like talking to you, so what? This valuable life experience will help you overcome your fear of rejection.

7. Read a book. You’ve been spending way too much time playing Clash of Clans on your antiquated iPhone 4. That’s even the first thing you do when you arrive at the office. Read something substantial that will inspire you to do some real thinking. A good book can help broaden your vocabulary, open your mind to a bigger world, and induce creativity.

8. Have lots of sex. Do it every chance you get. Having sex has numerous positive health benefits. It’s a great form of exercise. It can relieve stress and help you sleep easier. It lowers your blood pressure and the risk of having heart attacks. And it’s sex! SEX! Need I say more? Just don’t forget to be safe always, all right? Yes? Good.

So, whenever you're feeling down, always remember that happiness is a choice. Sometimes, all we need is a little nudge in the right direction to attain joy and inner peace.