| How to Find Your Passion Posted: 13 Oct 2020 01:00 AM PDT If you're reading this article, you might feel like something is missing, that you don't have something you love and want to strive for in your life. You've probably been told to "follow your passion," but that can definitely be tricky if you aren't even sure what you're really passionate about. We've all struggled with this at some point in our lives. Don't worry! While you may have trouble knowing your passion right now, it's totally possible to find it. Instead of wishing and waiting for something to come your way, follow these examples to find out what you truly love and pursue your passions! [Edit]Brainstorm the activities you find fulfilling and meaningful.[1] - Take a few minutes to think about all of the regular activities that you already participate in and write them down. This could include things like your hobbies, your work duties, or anything else that makes you happy. Pay special attention to activities that make you lose track of time since that usually means you're enjoying them.[2]
- Chances are that you may already do something you're passionate about and just haven't recognized it yet.[3]
- Ask your friends and family members about what things you're always talking about. If you're frequently bringing up specific activities, you have a spark of passion on that topic.[4]
- Keep in mind aspects of your career that you find rewarding as well. For example, if you like training new employees, your passion may be in educating or working with other people.
- If you're looking for your career passion, think about your daily duties that bring you the most joy, such as giving as presentation or training a new employee.[5]
- Think about the jobs you've loved and hated the most so you recognize what careers to go after and which paths to avoid.[6]
[Edit]Write down values that are important to you.[7] - Values are your core beliefs that make you feel satisfied in life and become a part of your personality. When you want to discover your passion, finding something that aligns with your values will make you feel happier and more fulfilled. Brainstorm all of the things that are important in your life so you can find activities, hobbies, or careers that align with them.
- Some examples of things you may value include loyalty, creativity, compassion, family, or dependability.[8]
- If you have trouble thinking of things you value, list a few people that you admire and think about what values they follow. For example, you may admire your partner for being a good listener or your friend for their honesty.[9]
- Consider what problems you want to solve and the people you'd like to help the most if you're searching for a career you're passionate about.[10]
- It also helps to think about what outcomes from a job you're looking forward to. For example, if you're passionate about becoming an author, you may be looking forward to the recognition and sharing your specific views.[11]
[Edit]Consider your talents.[12] - If you're naturally good at something or worked to develop a skill set, it may be a clue that you're actually passionate about it. Brainstorm the things that you're talented in, such as photography, public speaking, or playing an instrument. Even if you don't think you have a talent, pay attention to when others compliment you on something even when you don't think it's good. You may not have noticed that you're even more talented than you think.
- Remember you don't have to be good at something to be passionate about it. For example, you can still have a passion for playing basketball even if you don't make every shot. As long as you enjoy doing the activity, you can still be passionate about it.
[Edit]Look for common themes in your interests.[13] - While not all of your interests will align perfectly, they may be connected by a deeper passion you may not have noticed at first. Consider the books you enjoy reading, hobbies that excite you, and items you spend time and money on to see if they have any similarities. Are they all about a specific subject or do they share any recurring concepts? If they do, they could help point you toward what you're truly passionate about.[14]
- For example, if you gravitate toward books about planets and enjoy stargazing, you may be passionate about astronomy and space.
[Edit]Narrow down your interests.[15] - Now that you've listed the things you're interested in, choose the ones that feel the most important to you right now. While you can always come back to other interests later, the ones that you're most excited about are usually going to be the things that you're the most passionate for.
- While it can be tempting to try all of your interests, pursuing too many can get stressful and tiring. You may also not see yourself improve in certain areas if you're splitting up your time between too many things.
- You can also narrow down job searches by looking at the duties of each career path you're considering. Read about what tasks they involve and what your day-to-day life would look like.[16]
[Edit]Rekindle a childhood passion.[17] - As you grow up, you may feel like your childhood dreams weren't rational and stopped pursuing those interests. Think about the activities you enjoyed doing as a child but didn't continue when you got older. Maybe you loved writing stories, doodling in a sketchbook, or playing sports. Try incorporating those activities back into your life to see if you still get the same kind of enjoyment from them.
- Ask yourself what your younger self would think of you now. Are you still doing things that were important to you and that you enjoyed back then?
[Edit]Explore the things you've always wanted to try.[18] - We all have things we dream of doing, but there's nothing stopping you from pursuing those activities. Even if you're afraid or uncomfortable with the activity at first, you'll never know if you're really passionate about it until you try it out. Open yourself up to new opportunities so you can maybe find something you didn't even know you liked.
- Make a list of experiences or activities you have a slight interest in and find ways to expose yourself to them.
- Beware of staying closed-minded and not pursuing things just because they make you uncomfortable. If you don't approach things with an open mind, you may be shutting yourself off from things you're passionate about.
- Be open to explore new career paths. Check online for open positions and read the job descriptions thoroughly to see if they align with your passions.[19]
[Edit]Talk with people in areas you're passionate about.[20] - Even if you have a slight interest in something, finding someone who can help guide and mentor you can help you learn even more. Reach out to other people that have similar interests as you and have spent a little more time than you in the area you want to pursue. Ask them questions and hold discussions about the activity so you develop a good repertoire with them.
- As you get more involved, your mentors may be able to help grow your passion even more.[21]
- Mentors can be anyone, like professional connections, coaches, friends, or even family members.
[Edit]Be enthusiastic about everything you do.[22] - It can be really easy to feel pessimistic when you need to complete an activity you're dreading, but that will only put you in a negative mindset. Even when you're doing something you don't enjoy, approach it as a learning opportunity with an open mind. You'll never know if you'll discover something that you're passionate about if you don't have any enthusiasm for it.
- For example, even though yard work feels like a chore, you may find out you actually enjoy gardening or learning about the native plant life.
[Edit]Follow a C.L.E.A.R. path when you find a new interest.[23] - The C.L.E.A.R. path breaks down ways to recognize when you're developing a deeper passion for a hobby. Passion starts when you're Curious about something because it captures your attention. If you want to keep pursuing it, you'll start Learning so you can get a better understanding of what it entails.
- As you get more Enthusiasm, you'll want to really get involved with the experiences.
- Eventually, you'll become Aware and make a deeper commitment to the activity, such as buying gear or setting aside more time to do it.
- As you continue down the path, people will start Recognizing your passion because it stands out.
[Edit]Invest time into your interests.[24] - While you may say you're passionate about something, you won't feel that burning desire unless you set time aside to develop those interests. Schedule time every week where you can focus on your hobbies and interests to develop them more. As you learn more about the activity and gain a deeper appreciation for it, you'll feel more involved and your passion will continue to grow.
- Finding your passion is a great step, but it will take time for it to develop even further.
- Try to find a class or coach related to your passion so you have someone to hold you accountable for it.
- Look for ways to eliminate time-wasters from your schedule. For example, you can spend less time looking at social media so you can dedicate it to your passion.
[Edit]Persevere through challenges and failures.[25] - There will be a few pitfalls as you get deeper into your passion, but don't let those discourage you. Even if you aren't naturally good at something you're passionate about, keep pursuing them and working through the hardships so you can improve and get better. Passions take time and dedication, so make sure you spend time doing the work and use any failures as learning experiences going forward.
- For example, filmmaker Steven Spielberg was rejected from film school 3 times and still ended up making hit movies like Jaws, Jurassic Park, and Saving Private Ryan.[26]
- Walt Disney was told multiple times that he lacked imagination before he formed his animation company.[27]
- While it's important to persevere, it's also important to recognize when to stop pursuing something. If you aren't getting the same level of enjoyment that you were before, then it may be time to move onto something different.
[Edit]Don't limit yourself if you enjoy something.[28] - It can be really easy to get into a comfortable place, but that could prevent you from developing your passion even further. If there are new experiences you want to try, break out of your comfort zone and continue to learn. Try saying "yes" to things more often or doing something new that you haven't tried before so you can push yourself.[29]
- Try switching up your daily routine each day so you can experience something slightly different each day.
- Move toward things you're afraid of. For example, if you're passionate about art but scared to work with paints, buy yourself a small paint set and try to make a small piece of art every day to practice.
- Even though it will seem difficult at first, it will be more rewarding and fulfilling knowing that you're pursuing what you love.
- Developing your passion takes time, so be sure you stay focused and put in the effort to follow your dreams.
- Cut out stressful or time-wasting activities from your schedule since they can distract you from what you're really passionate about.[30]
[Edit]Warnings - Don't just dive into an instinct full force. Everything takes patience, careful planning, and a lot of dedication.
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| How to Save Water Posted: 12 Oct 2020 05:00 PM PDT If you can cut back on the amount of water you use every day, you'll be doing the planet a big favor. Using water efficiently helps to preserve the environment, minimize the impact of droughts, and take some pressure off of the public water supply. You're also keeping some money in your pocket by cutting down on your utility costs. Saving water doesn't require major lifestyle changes either—changing a few small habits can go a long way towards making the world a better place! [Edit]Fix minor leaks around your home.[1] - Replace damaged pipes and leaky faucets to avoid wasting water. Inspect your water meter and utility bills every month to see how much water you're using. If you notice a random spike, it may be a sign that you have a leaky pipe somewhere in your home.[2] A poorly-sealed pipe or leaky toilet can waste up to of water a day, so resolving these problems can save a lot of water in the long run.[3]
- While it varies based on the size of your household and how long you spend in the shower, the average household uses roughly of water a day. This comes out to a month.[4] If that seems like a lot of water, it's because it is! This is one of the main reasons saving water is important.
- Check your toilet for internal leaks by pouring a drop of food coloring in your toilet's tank and waiting 10 minutes. If the food coloring shows up in the bowl, you have a leaky toilet to fix or replace.[5]
[Edit]Turn the faucet off while you brush or shave.[6] - This is one of the easiest ways to cut back on your water usage. There's no need to keep the water running while you're in the process of cleaning your teeth or trimming your beard. It may sound hard to believe, but you can save roughly of water a month just by shutting the water off once you go about your business![7]
- For every 1 minute your tap is running, you're pouring of water down the drain, so this definitely adds up over time.[8]
[Edit]Take shorter showers.[9] - Get into the habit of taking showers that last 5 minutes or less whenever you can.[10] Everyone loves a long, hot shower, but your showerhead uses roughly of water a minute. You'll save a lot of water over time if you stick with short rinses, and you'll be just as squeaky clean as you normally would after a long shower.
- If you're thinking about switching to baths to conserve water, keep in mind that a bath typically requires of water while a short shower will only use .[11]
[Edit]Flush the toilet only when necessary.[12] - The toilet only needs to be flushed when you've finished using the bathroom. Don't dump tissues or cigarette butts in your toilet to use it like a convenient waste basket. Skip that courtesy flush and only flush once when you're done using the John.[13] If you have one of those dual-flush toilets, be sure to use the smaller button when getting rid of liquid waste to avoid wasting water.
- Depending on when your toilet was manufactured, a single flush requires of water.[14] That's a lot of water over time!
[Edit]Displace some of the water in your toilet.[15] - To save the amount of water you use with each flush, fill a disposable water bottle or airtight bag with pebbles and drop it in your toilet's tank.[16] This will displace some of the water and minimize the amount of H2O needed to fill the tank. It may not seem like a lot, but a pebble-filled water bottle will save with each flush![17] If you flush four times a day, that'll save you almost of water a year!
- You may stumble across a website or two that suggests using sand instead of pebbles. But if your bag or bottle isn't airtight and the sand gets into the water, it may mess with your toilet's flush valve. Do this at your own discretion.
[Edit]Switch to water-saving fixtures.[18] - Swap out your showerhead and faucets for low-flow alternatives.[19] By upgrading your showerhead and sink fixtures, you'll cut back dramatically on your water usage. This is an easy way to conserve water without even changing the way you wash, flush, or shower![20]
- If you don't have the time or money to upgrade your fixtures, at least install a cheap aerator on each of your faucets to throttle the water flow.[21] The odds are high you won't even notice it's there!
[Edit]Run your dishwasher only when it's full.[22] - Using household appliances more effectively is a great way to save water. There's nothing wrong with trying to keep your kitchen clean, but you're going through a lot of water if you're in the habit of running your dishwasher every day. By waiting until the dishwasher is full, you're getting the most bang for your buck when it comes to the water you're using.[23]
- If you're thinking about throwing that dishwasher out altogether to conserve water, keep in mind that running your dishwasher will almost always use less water than hand-washing your dishes.[24]
[Edit]Do full loads of laundry with cold water.[25] - If you do have to wash a smaller load of laundry, make sure you adjust the dial that controls the water level to compensate.[26] Always make sure that you have enough dirty clothing for a full load. Try to stick with cold water washes as well, since the cold water setting on most machines uses less water and energy.[27]
- While it may feel counterintuitive, washing or cleaning clothes with too much water will actually keep your clothes from getting completely clean, so you'll get fresher whites and deeper colors by washing full loads too![28]
[Edit]Store a pitcher of water in your fridge.[29] - When you turn the sink on, you typically have to wait 30 seconds or so for the water to get really cold. Every time you want to drink an ice cold glass of water, you're pouring a lot of perfectly good water down the drain. By filling up a pitcher and placing it in your fridge, you'll always have some cold water ready to go without waiting on your tap. This doesn't seem like a lot now, but over time you'll save some serious water.[30]
- You can buy a pitcher with a filter on it if you want to improve the quality and the taste of the water you keep in your fridge!
[Edit]Cut back on water when you cook.[31] - Defrost your food in the fridge instead of submerging it in cold water. If you hand wash your pots and pans, use a large bowl filled with water instead of letting the faucet run. Whenever you boil something, use just enough water to cover the food instead of filling the pot to the rim.[32] None of these steps will save a lot of water on their own, but they'll definitely add up over time!
[Edit]Use water-efficient appliances.[33] - The next time you need to replace a dishwasher, washing machine, or water heater, purchase a water-efficient appliance. Not only will this cut back on your water consumption, but you'll save money over time when it comes to utility costs.[34] If you live in the United States or you purchase American appliances, look for the EPA's WaterSense stamp of approval when you're shopping for appliances. Any machine with this sticker on it uses at least 20% less water than the average appliance.[35]
- As a rule of thumb, front-loading washers use less water than top-loading machines.[36]
- If you can, buy appliances that are also energy-efficient. In the United States, look for appliances with the Energy Star sticker.[37]
[Edit]Change your gardening habits.[38] - There are a variety of ways to save water when you're landscaping or gardening. Stick with native or drought-resistant plants for your garden to avoid the need for frequent watering.[39] Collect rainwater to water your plants and use a watering can instead of a hose. Weed and prune your garden regularly to keep plants healthy and cut back on the water requirements for your plants.[40]
- Set your lawnmower blades to be high when mowing, since longer grass helps soil retain moisture, which can help fight droughts.[41]
- Collecting rainwater is easier than you may think. Just divert your gutters to run off into a large bin.[42]
[Edit]Compost food scraps instead of disposing them.[43] - Create a compost pile or start a compost bin. When you're cleaning up after eating, toss any food scraps in the compost so you can use it in your garden to fertilize the soil later on. This will cut back on how often you need to water your plants, since compost will help plants retain moisture.[44] It will also keep you from turning that garbage disposal on, which often wastes a lot of water.[45]
- Feel free to compost any veggies, fruits, bread, or grains. Coffee grounds and eggshells are great for compost as well.[46]
- Stay away from composting meat or dairy. These items tend to take too long to break down and they'll attract rats, raccoons, and other pests.[47]
[Edit]Avoid washing your car or use a bucket.[48] - Put the hose down and let the rain clean your car for you. If you do feel the need to wash your vehicle, fill a few buckets instead of using your garden hose to clean your vehicle off and rinse it.[49] If you use a hose to wash your vehicle, you'll use roughly of water. A few buckets will only require , though.[50]
- There are waterless cleaning products that you can use to clean your vehicle. This will cut out the need for water entirely![51]
[Edit]Sweep your driveway instead of washing it.[52] - You don't need a hose or pressure washer to keep your sidewalk, driveway, and porch clean. Instead, pick a broom up and brush any debris aside. If something is especially dirty, grab a damp cloth and clean it by hand instead of leaving the hose running. It may take a few extra minutes, but you're saving a lot of water by sweeping or hand-wiping instead of washing things outside.[53]
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| How to Play a Video in a Zoom Meeting Posted: 12 Oct 2020 09:00 AM PDT This wikiHow will teach you how to play a video in a Zoom meeting so all the participants will see and hear it. It's a particularly useful tool for teachers presenting a video in a lesson. For the best results, you should use the desktop client to screen share your video. Using the mobile app to share video may result in the loss of audio. - Join or host a Zoom meeting. For more information on joining a meeting, refer to How to Join a Zoom Meeting on PC or Mac.
- If you want to host the meeting, open the desktop client, log in, and click New Meeting .
- Click . It's a green button centered at the bottom of the application window.
- Check the box next to "Optimize Screen Sharing for Video Clip." When you click this box, the box next to "Share computer sound" checks off too, which will ensure your audience hears the video sound.
- Click a window or application to share. You'll see all the screens you can share, including your Zoom screen and any tabs and windows you have open in a web browser, like YouTube.[1]
- Click . Once you share the selected screen, the participants in the Zoom meeting will see what you've selected.
- For example, if you selected a YouTube page in the previous step, the participants in the Zoom meeting will see the YouTube page in your web browser. You can click the full-screen icon in the bottom right corner of the YouTube video to make it full-screen.
- When you want to stop sharing, click Stop Share at the top of your screen.[2]
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