B-4-Blog

  If you’re a fan of sci-fi and are looking for a good book to read during the summers, “ We’re not So Different ” by Fabian Grant might just be your cup of tea! The book is about Martians becoming tired of humans interfering with their life on Mars and decide to take action by infiltrating earth. But what does the book teach us about humanity and other worlds? Let’s take a look: We’re All Greedy In Some Way Whether you’re a human being or an alien, what makes us similar is that we’re all greedy for something. Whether it’s money or land, there’s some corner of our soul that wants more than what it has.  In the book, humans want to explore Mars and see if they can inhabit the planet. The Martians get tired of humans trying to conquer their land and take their homes. So, they decide to send a few Martians to earth to explore the threat humans pose. But the more they remain on earth the more they form bonds. This shows that aliens aren’t that different from us. They also have an evil and

  Despite what people say, growing flowers doesn’t have to be as difficult as climbing Mt. Everest! If you think you’ve got a brown thumb, there’s no need to worry. We’ve made a list of flowers that are easy to plant and grow, and are low-maintenance. Let’s get started! { Sunflowers Who doesn’t love sunflowers? They’re not only attractive but they have over 70 different species! Their scientific name is Helianthus, which came from the Greek word “Helios” (Sun) and “Anthos” (Flower).   Sunflowers are easy to grow because they thrive in the sun and you can grow them in (almost) any type of soil. The only type of soil you will need to avoid is “water-lodged” soil. They also attract bees, birds, and butterflies. { Coneflowers Coneflowers belong to the daisy family. If you like daisies but can’t grow them, you’ll love their cousins! There are around 60 to 100 varieties of coneflowers that can be found around the world today. Coneflowers can bloom for months and grow up to

  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. Shelley st

  “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 work hours. Chang

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