B-4-Blog

  You probably think you know all about Mars, the fourth planet in our solar system. But what makes this planet interesting is that there’s so much left to explore. We still don’t know everything about it and over the years, we’ve discovered various things that have left us in awe! With that in mind, here are fun and interesting facts about the fourth planet: Mars Is Known as the ‘Red Planet’ It’s because Mars is covered in soil, rock, and dust made from iron oxide, it has a rusty-red colored surface. Mars is one of the most explored bodies in our solar system, and it's the only planet where we've sent rovers to roam its landscape. Mars Has Seasons Yes, that’s right! Just like earth, Mars has seasons. It experiences a tilt in its axis, which causes the planet to experience summer, spring, fall and winter. The only difference is that it gets different sunlight due to being closer to the sun than the earth. In addition, the seasons are twice as long. Mars Is Smaller T...

Ayurveda is an ancient Indian medical system that can be used to maintain a healthy liver. The principles of Ayurveda are based on balancing the body's three doshas, or humor : Vata, Pitta , and Kapha. The most common way to maintain a healthy liver is through dietary changes, including drinking more water and eating more greens. Many Ayurvedic treatments can be used to support a healthy liver, such as herbal supplements and massage therapy. What is an Ayurvedic Treatment? Ayurvedic treatment s are holistic healing methods that originated in the Indian subcontinent. The word Ayurveda is derived from two Sanskrit words, Ayus and Veda. Ayus means life, and Veda means knowledge. Ayurveda as a holistic health system has been used for over 5,000 years in India to help people maintain their health and well-being. It focuses on four key areas of life: physical health, mental health, emotional health, and spiritual health. Ayurvedic treatment aims to promote balance in the b...

  If sci-fi is your favorite genre and you’re looking for a good book to read , then you’re in luck! Whether you love cyberpunk, dystopias, or space operas, we’ve got a list that will urge you to pay a visit to the local library. With that in mind, let’s get started! The Blazing World, by Margaret Cavendish This book is considered the first sci-fi novel to exist. It was written by Margaret Cavendish, a poet, philosopher, writer of prose romances, essayist and playwright, who was related to the royals of England. She was also a Duchess and scientist.  The Blazing World follows the adventures of a beautiful woman who is kidnapped by other worldly creatures, who take her to their kingdom in another world. There, she quickly wins their admiration and becomes an empress. She then wages a war on earth. The book was considered unusual for its time but has gone on to inspire several sci-fi writers . Frankenstein, by Mary Shelley Name someone who hasn’t heard of or read Frankenstein. S...

  “This is what I’m paying you for!’ “Why can’t you do it for free?” “I’M the target market and I don’t like it!” How many times have you heard these things from a client that has become the bane of your existence? Nobody in your team is willing to work with them because frankly speaking, you need an hour long prep-talk to deal with them.  No matter how many times you think you’re mentally prepared, they surprise you with something new. But rest assured, we know exactly how to deal with a finicky, narcissistic client.  Here’s what you should do: Set Boundaries from the Start First things first, add a list of policies and disclaimers in the contract before you ask them to sign it. This will help you legally in case the client decides to break the terms and conditions you have set. For example, the client should not call or text anyone from your team after work hours. They should not attempt to reach out to them on the weekends. Everything will be taken care of during wor...

Acceptance helps you to form a foundation for actions and words based on truth and reality. You are authentic when you accept reality, you stop living in a fantasy about how you wish things were. Acceptance gives you a clear vision, versus keeping your head buried in sand. It empowers you. The opposite of acceptance is denial which is an alarming situation for your well-being. Acceptance is a ‘yes’ to things as they truly are. It is welcoming and leaves your soul refreshed—like fresh air. Shawn’s Story is a collection of separate stories story about an unsheltered homeless boy, Shawn. He lives with his mother in a van since his father passed away. He loves to read and likes playing board games. Together, the mother and child live looking at the brighter side of life, but their life is filled with sadness. The stories about different aspects of Shawn’s life connect with the sad realities of our lives. Some of the stories are written from the perspective of the unnamed “friend”, who coul...

  Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a disease that we’ve all heard of before but may not be too familiar with. The ALS Bucket Challenge also known as the “Ice Bucket Challenge” quickly became popular in 2014, with celebrities joining in on the challenge. But there’s still a need for awareness about the disease and how it affects those who have been diagnosed with this terrible illness. Let’s take a look at what ALS is, the symptoms, and current treatments for the disease: What is ALS? ALS is a disease that destroys nerve cells or neurons in the brain and spinal cord, causing loss of muscle control and paralysis. It’s also called ‘Lou Gehrig’s disease” after the famous New York Yankee who died from it. What Are The Symptoms Of ALS? The symptoms vary from person to person, depending on which neurons have been affected.   The usual early signs of ALS are muscle twitching, along with weakness in the limbs that eventually spreads over the rest of the body.  The freezing ...