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Tower Bridge, London
We can’t get enough of the the paper-cut out world of photographer Rich McCor (aka paperboyo). As an avid traveler, he’s been pretty much everywhere, transforming global landmarks with his paper cut-outs. His latest work sees him back in his hometown of London, as well as in Toronto, and even South Korea.
McCor’s work is distinctively playful. He places paper silhouette cut-outs between his lens and landscape, allowing him to playfully interact with landmarks in humorous and lighthearted ways. In his latest work, London’s landscape transforms into a fairground when Tower Bridge becomes a gigantic roller coaster; a jazz musician plays The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Law building like an accordion; a little girl star gazes from Toronto’s CV tower; and in Croatia, clouds are painted onto the colorful sunset sky with a giant paintbrush.
After two years of cut-outs, McCor has recently published a book entitled Around the World in Cut-Outs. It’s full of his clever creations and is currently available on Amazon.
The Namcheon Bridge, South Korea
Brooklyn Bridge
Coney Island Beach & Boardwalk
CN tower, Toronto
University of Toronto Faculty of Law
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York
The Broad, Los Angeles
The Shard, London
Obonjan, Croatia
Rich McCor: Instagram
h/t: [Colossal]
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“Sunrise of Maasia Mara” During month of August and September, there are millions of wild beasts, zebras, and other animals in Maasia Mara game reserve. On this September morning, a wild beast eating grass intersected the sun coming out of the horizon, creating this image. It was one of the most beautiful sunrises I had seen so far. (Photo and caption by Jay Ruan / National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest)
With a little more than a month to go, the 2017 National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest is in full swing. Photographers have until November 17, 2017 to enter their best photographs valuing the beauty of the natural world. We’ve already previewed some early entries and now have a chance to discover what photographers have been submitting during the third and fourth weeks of competition.
As one of the top photography contests around, the competition encourages participants to submit their best images in four categories—Wildlife, Landscapes, Aerials, and Underwater. The grand prize winner will not only receive $7,500, but will also have their work published in an upcoming issue of National Geographic magazine and on National Geographic’s Instagram account.
Aside from the expert jury, which will pick the grand prize and category winners, the public will also get their chance to award a winner. From December 1 to December 11, 2017, fans can vote for the Peoples’ Choice winner via the contest website. So if you see something here that catches your eye, keep it in mind for a prize!
“The New Continents” An aerial view over the swamps of Cenas Tirelis near Riga, Latvia. (Photo and caption by
“Don’t come any closer” Orange Anemonefish, (Amphiprion Sandaracinos) or most commonly referred to as “Nemo” to most was shot amongst this vibrant, iridescent and highly toxic anemone. This reef habitat was situated in the pristine waters of Sipadan Island, Sabah Borneo Malaysia. (Photo and caption by Marc Hornig / National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest)
“There is always room for one more” How many Mountain Goats can fit on this rock, if you start stacking them on top of each other? Mount Evans, Colorado, USA. (Photo and caption by Eivor Kuchta / National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest)
“Over the lake” The picture was taken from a helicopter over lake natron. A flock of flamingos were flying over the lake. (Photo and caption by Phillip Chang / National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest)
“Kamokuna ocean entry, November 2016” Lava flows into the ocean at sunset, Kamokuna, Kalapana, Hawaii. (Photo and caption by Grant Kaye / National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest)
“Over Glacial Waters” As we flew over the beautiful Holmes River, the glacial waters contrasted nicely with the forest – the waters extra blue due to increased glacial melt. (Photo and caption by Shane Kalyn / National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest)
“Smile for the camera” Heart racing, hands clenched on the handles of my camera housing, peering through the silty usually clear mangrove water. The American crocodile suddenly appeared out of the murk, almost resting its snout on the dome port of my underwater setup. I told myself to remain calm, that i was completely safe behind my camera. although it was a tense encounter at first the silty water adds to the dramatic nature of this image—a moment I will not forget in a hurry. (Photo and caption by Gary Peart / National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest)
“Turn left!” Shot at Lake Kekini, Greece. (Photo and caption by Ruzdi Ekenheim / National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest)
“Lightning bridge” Spectacular view of the Golden Gate Bridge during a rare Bay Area lightning and thunderstorm. (Photo and caption by Alexis Darden / National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest)
“On the hunt” A polar bear is sniffing the air trying to sent seals. Svalbard, Norway. (Photo and caption by Daisy Gilardini / National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest)
“Whale shark and anchovies” A whale shark and school of anchovies swim by at Mafia Island, Tanzania. The shark and schooling fish are often seen together as they both are after the same planktonic prey, sergestid shrimp. The population of whale sharks here is quite unique as they remain here year round, scientist believe this is because there’s an abundance of food around the island. Nowhere else in the worlds do whale sharks do this. (Photo and caption by Steve De Neef / National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest)
“Kanyarunka” The Nyakamwe family of the DRC. New mom Kanyarunka shields her baby from a rambunctious toddler. (Photo and caption by Shannon Hinson-Witz / National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest)
“Nurse shark at bimini” Bahamas, Bimini. Portrait of a nurse shark swimming in mid water. (Photo and caption by Christian Vizl/ National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest)
“Atlantic Puffin” An Atlantic Puffin on the remote nesting island of Machias Seal Island off the coast of Maine. (Photo and caption by Harry Collins / National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest)
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There’s no denying the unique attraction of Devils Tower National Monument in Wyoming. Also known as “Bear Lodge” or “Bear’s Tipi,” the dramatic monolith is a sacred site to several Native American Tribes. Familiar to many in movies like “Close Encounters of the Third Kind,” it’s recognizable to people around the world. But according to photographer Lori Eckhart, “There’s nothing like standing there in front of it. Its size, and the way it stands out and alone from anything else, just demands respect and fills you with awe.” Photo courtesy of Lori Eckhart.
How do you improve your self-control?
For most of us, this is a work in progress. Self-control, at its most basic, is the ability to control our emotions and actions. Having the ability to do this effectively has been tied to being successful in all areas of life. It allows us to achieve goals and accomplish tasks that may seem daunting or even impossible.
For example, self-control in the financial arena can help you make wise buying or investing decisions. You may deny yourself frivolous items, opting instead to save that extra dollar or two for more worthy choices. As a result, you are more likely to find yourself feeling secure in your finances and creating the life you desire.
Self-control in relationships is also important. Everyone has found themselves feeling strong emotions, both positive and negative, in a course of a relationship. If we are not able to control how and when we express these feelings, we can destroy a relationship needlessly.
Remember:
Just because you think it does not mean you need to say it.
With self-control, you create a grace period to determine whether what you are feeling is really something that is worth saying.
So, what do you need to do to improve your self-control and set yourself up for success?
Check out these 6 tactics.
Setting a goal is one of the best first steps toward improving self-control. With a goal in mind, you can determine which actions are needed in order to achieve it and which could be detrimental. This may mean that you have to control certain desires and emotions along the way.
Take getting in shape, for example. In order to change your shape in any fashion, you have to make a number of choices. Many of those choices require a great deal of self-control. It would be far more pleasurable to eat a doughnut than a carrot stick. But, if you want to get closer to your goal, you have to control that impulse to indulge in a sugary treat.
See Also: 4 Powerful Ways To Stay Motivated And Reach Your Goals Through Tough Times
If you know why you are doing something, you are far more likely to work hard to achieve it. If you are a person who is prone to emotional outbursts, understanding why you need to work toward controlling them will motivate you to focus on that control.
Knowing that an unchecked emotional outburst can hurt someone you love unnecessarily, jeopardize your position at work, or cause people to lose respect for you can be a strong motivator. This is WHY you need to exercise control over the impulse to speak before you think.
If the things that test your control are always in front of you, consider modifying your environment. This is not a sign of weakness but, rather a sign of control and strength. When you proactively alter your access to temptation, you are helping yourself and practicing control at the same time.
A smoker who is trying to quit knows to get rid of cigarettes. However, if he really wants to be successful, he may also want to make changes to the places or people he spends time with. This change of environment not only improves personal control but also strengthens one’s ability to control the other aspects of life as well.
If you are working on something continually, it can be hard to see your daily progress. If you jot down the time you said no to the doughnut, held your tongue or chose not to spend that $10, you will be better able to see your track record of success.
And success breeds success. If you can see what you have already achieved, you are more likely to push further.
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Meditation is a form of self-control. You are forcing yourself to quiet your mind and focus. This simple act can be far more challenging than it seems.
Finding time to stop, be still and explore your own thoughts requires a certain amount of discipline and self-control.
Studies show that the simple act of routinely moving your body and raising your heart rate will help improve your focus and clarity. The act of physically exhausting yourself can give rise to mental calm and it requires you to actively control the impulse to stop and sit.
Mastering self-control can be difficult. Many of us work toward this every day in different ways. More important than any tip you can be given, however, is the personal knowledge that you have the ability to do whatever you set your mind to. After all, the only behavior you can truly control is your own.
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This project is delicately situated along a narrow piece of land between a tree lined country road and a dramatic cliff next to the ocean. The home is located on Broad Cove Marsh Road on the outskirts of Inverness, Cape Breton Island, a small coastal community popular with tourists and seasonal inhabitants for its sandy beaches and dunes, cliffs along the Cabot Road and golf courses of world class in..
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You’ve finally decided to get started on your fitness journey, get to the gym and start working out. That’s great!
Every journey has to start somewhere and making that decision is the first step. But, before you actually walk into the gym, it’s a good idea to have some knowledge under your belt.
Here are the top 10 workout tips that you need to know before you get started.
Anyone who starts out on a workout plan has the same thought: ‘Everyone in this gym is looking at me.’
It’s intimidating. But, the truth is, those people in the gym will be worrying about the exact same thing. So, don’t feel too conscious about how you look or how much expertise you have.
Andrea Deacon, a fitness writer, says: ‘The first time I walked into a gym, I had no idea what I was doing. Luckily, the staff there were helpful and showed me around when I asked them for help.’
Don’t be afraid to ask for help from gym staff. After all, that’s what they’re there for.
Remember, going to the gym or working out is only one part of a good fitness program. Apart from that, you need to ensure that you’re eating healthily.
A good diet will look slightly different for everyone, but a good rule of thumb is to ensure you eat plenty of whole foods, fruits, and vegetables. Supplements can help you with your fitness goals, too.
See Also: 5 Easy Healthy Habits You Can Start Straight Away
If you’ve never been to the gym before, don’t feel the pressure to start using all the equipment. Start out by just doing some simple stretches that will help you get warmed up.
If you’re feeling brave on your first day, you can go and walk on the treadmill for 20 minutes, just so you can get a feel of it. If you start out simply, you’re setting yourself up for success.
It takes 21 days to create a habit and the same goes for working out. No matter what you’re doing, make sure you’re consistent about it. No matter how much you don’t feel like it, make sure you hit the gym. The more you keep it up, the more you’ll find you enjoy it.
No one is perfect. If you make a mistake, don’t beat yourself up about it. Everyone has been there. Instead, pick yourself up and learn from what you did.
If you’re serious about getting fit, you’re going to need to learn more about your muscles and how they work. Learn about the muscle groups you’re targeting and find the best workouts that will benefit them.
No matter what your plan is, take your time moving through it. You’re anxious to start moving forward and that’s understandable.
However, if you rush ahead before you’re really ready, you’re only setting yourself up for a fall. Instead, only move on when you’re really capable of doing so.
When you start your routine, take notes of what you’re doing.
How many reps can you do? How far can you run?
This gives you a good starting point and helps you create attainable goals. If you feel you can push yourself, you can make a note of how much further you can go, too.
See Also: Tracking Your Workout Activity: Several Ways You Can Do It
If you really feel clueless, that’s ok. What you can do is book a few sessions with fitness instructors. They can show you around the gym, help you set attainable goals and get you started. Working with an expert can help you start off on the right foot.
These tips should help you make the most of your fitness journey. Start out small and build yourself up to greater things. Everyone has to start somewhere and you’re doing more than most people. So, be proud of yourself! Before long, you’ll see a real improvement in your fitness level.
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This home, named “Triangel,” was designed by the architectural firm Ritter Schumacher, a design studio with sites in three different cities – Chur and Zurich in Switzerland, and Vaduz in Lichtenstein. It is in this last country, one of the smallest in Europe, where the home is located, more specifically in the city of Nendeln, a tiny village located in the municipality of Eschen. It was completed in the year..
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During her two-year search for the perfect wedding dress, 23-year-old Jordyn Cleverly had tried on more than 30 dresses, but none of them felt quite right. Luckily, her father saved her grandmother’s stunning vintage lace gown from being donated to charity. After some sizing alterations, the “something borrowed” turned out to be exactly what Cleverly had envisioned wearing on her big day. Her now widowed grandmother, Penny Jenson, originally wore the dress down the aisle in 1962, and had no idea her granddaughter had the dress in her possession.
Cleverly kept the secret until her rehearsal dinner, two days before her September 23rd wedding in Boise, Idaho. As she stepped out, photographer Kortney Peterson captured the heart-warming moment. Cleverly looked stunning wearing the family heirloom and holding her grandmother’s wedding photograph from 55 years ago.
Describing her grandmother’s reaction, Cleverly said, “I think the light bulbs started going off when she saw me going toward her. You don’t forget what your wedding dress looks like.” With emotions running high, her grandmother was almost speechless—all she could muster was “wow.” When she was finally able to speak, she whispered, “I married my high school sweetheart in this dress, now so will you.”
h/t: [Cosmopolitan]
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Today, the purpose of eating food is not only to help us survive but to gain pleasure from it. We eat food for many reasons like – celebration, boredom, depression, stress, or just because it’s time to eat.
Our ancestors didn’t have this luxury of eating food whenever they wanted. They had to work hard to hunt or gather the food. Today, it is becoming easier than ever to get food.
The problem is that as our life gets busier or the technology advances; the food is becoming more processed and unhealthy for us. Our taste buds get manipulated and more often than not, we get addicted to sugar.
On top of that, our modern way of living is becoming more stressful. So, it’s an epidemic of emotional eating as we get addicted to unhealthy foods and then use it to cope with our emotions.
Emotional eating is a problem we have to solve together if we want to stop the rising epidemic of obesity, type-2 diabetes, metabolic syndromes, etc.
Having pleasure while eating food is not a problem. The problem arises when we rely on unhealthy foods to cope with our emotions all the time. Hyper-palatable food gives us immense pleasure with its flavor, texture, smell, etc. that our brain ignores the ‘stop’ signal from our body and we keep on eating.
Leptin is the hormone that tells our brain to stop eating. Leptin resistance is the condition in which it is harder for our brain to hear the ‘stop eating’ signal.
Such condition develops when we get in the habit of eating too many hyper-palatable foods. Over time, it injures our brain neurons in the
hypothalamus and causes hypothalamic inflammation. Then, it leads to leptin resistance.
1. The best way to tackle this rising problem is to eat more whole, real foods and minimize eating processed foods. I know it’s harder said than done. But if you care for your health and wellbeing, you have to take the initial steps and make effort to change for better.
2. Practice slow and mindful eating. Take the time to chew your food, notice the texture of the food, think about all the places your food have been to before ending up on your plate, look at yourself in the mirror while eating your food, etc. Such practice is not only good for letting your body hear the leptin signal to stop eating but it’s also good for being present and think about what you’re eating and how it’s impacting your health.
3. Use other activities like socializing, laughing, playing, walking in nature, listening to music, journaling, exercising, sleeping etc. to cope with your emotions instead of using food. Try to become more mindful of the emotions you feel and then choose not to use food to handle your emotions.
4. Make sure your food is palatable but not hyper-palatable. Your food should give pleasure but not up to the point that it destroys your internal system. Healthy foods can be tasty if we learn to prepare them and give our tastebuds some time to adapt to the natural tastes.
Remember, it will take some time for your body to fix the internal system once we start developing the healthy habits. Think how it will benefit you in the long term and let go of short-term urges.
The food engineering is manipulating our tastebuds and making us addicted to their foods. It is our duty to take our rights back and take charge of our own health.
Prakhar is a blogger at foodgymtraining.com. In the past 5 years, he has dedicated his life to studying behavior science, food psychology, nutrition, health, and fitness. His mission is to help people achieve their full potential of health and vitality at Food Gym.
Food Gym is a place where you can learn to enjoy healthy foods, curb cravings and become healthy forever. Find out more at http://ift.tt/2yEueCi
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