7-Eleven’s Childhood Classics Promo

We have our Disney Classics reboots, old school playlists, and 90s fashion comebacks
but nothing says ultimate throwback quite like 7-Eleven’s latest Childhood Classics promo!

Starting today through October 22, you can get a chance to bring back your young-and-carefree days with exciting prizes from 7-Eleven.

Capture Instagrammable moments 90s style with a Polaroid Originals OneStep+ or celebrate the 40th anniversary of Gundam with a Gundam Fix Figuration. You can also enjoy a trip for 2 to Hong Kong Disneyland to meet Mickey Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, and more.

Simply buy P100 worth of participating 90s snacks and drinks from 7-Eleven and use your CLiQQ app to earn e-raffle entries to win these amazing prizes.

Hurry and get your hands on your favorite 90s snacks like Chippy, Chiz Curls, Cloud 9, Choco Knots, Milo, and more at 7-Eleven stores near you. #90sClassicsSa711

For more information, visit www.7-eleven.com.ph and like 7-Eleven Philippines on Facebook, follow @711ph on Instagram and @711philippines on Twitter

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10 Things that I Loved at the 10th Hotel Suppliers Show

The Hotel Suppliers Show just opened today at the SMX MOA. I was a little bit excited about this because I know that there will be a lot of things that I know I will love.

To those who are planning to visit tomorrow and on Saturday, here are some of the things that I personally love and think deserve a visit.

Natural Balance is all about organic therapy. They have scents for relaxation, balms for itchiness and pain, and even sunscreen that won't harm your skin. I personally love the peppermint roll on which I was able to try and take a whiff off. Truly relaxing!

This woven cloth is a great investment. You get to help the indigenous tribes that make this piece of clothing and you get to have a part of Philippine history with you.

This sala set is perfect for the modern Filipino home but it's also fitting for the lanai or balcony.

Mia Maison is another must visit booth if you want your home to have the feel of a hotel. Their scents are very relaxing and their diffusers can be put on display anywhere at home.

The Chinese in me is so happy upon seeing this booth. The black drawers caught my eye and the figurines were all asking to be taken home.

Now that I am looking at building our own home, I find myself drawn to wood and these wooden structures are definitely an investment worth spending on.

For cat lovers, this little cat chair is absolutely perfect. It can be closed so that it becomes the comfiest cat chair and will definitely be loved by your feline friend.

The purple chair, the bed, the mirror, and the side table plus lamps. Everything is opulent and just screams comfort.

This chair is perfect for lovers or BFFs who just want to bond. It can easily fit two people and still be comfortable.

Lastly, this table decor is just a great conversation starter.

Hotel Suppliers Show 2019 will be held from September 19 to 21, 2019 at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City. It will be a grand showcase of over 500 exhibitors occupying 15,000 sq. meters of exhibition space, over 10,000 products to choose from and an expected 15,000 trade buyers from all over the country.

For details about the show, visit the official Facebook and Instagram pages @Hotel Suppliers Show Philippines. Visit the event website at www.hotelsuppliersshow.com.

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Preventing Hair Loss with Novuhair

One of the things that most people dread about is hair loss. Men fear it and women fear it. After all, our hair is our crowning glory and when we lose it, we can't help but lose a bit of our confidence.

There comes a time in your life that you have to stand up and say, “Enough is enough.” And that’s the day when you decide to change your life for the better. Who doesn’t want to become accomplished? Even the “gifted” and brilliant ones have to pay the price so as to realize their goals in life.

When we fail to eat on time, get enough exercise or sleep between seven to nine hours a day, we’re compromising our health and wellness as we reduce the maximum extent that our body must function. Consequently, the effects in our body may extend and manifest as early warning signs of hair loss.

Take it from celebrity beauty and salon expert Fanny “TF” Serrano, who once personally experienced such an ordeal.  For him, avoiding harsh synthetic solutions and choosing to use the right products with natural ingredients is a must and still the best way to deal with mane problems like losing or thinning of the hair.

With this in mind, embracing natural healthy lifestyle is so important to achieve optimal health, best physical condition and healthy full head of hair. Health products made out of natural ingredients are way effective for better healing and maintaining our body’s lifelong function than those of synthetic ones.

Rather than investing in those branded shampoos or other hair treatments, there’s a natural way to help arrest hair loss and help remedy its four early symptoms, namely, excessive hair shedding, thinning hair, receding hair line, and bald patches. This is none other than NOVUHAIR, nature’s answer to hair loss.

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Find the right Honey with Langnese Honey

Who doesn't love honey? You can use it for so many things and put it on so many food items to really amp up the taste that honey has become a staple in a lot of people's household.

Truth is, you can use honey as a perfect complement to our food and drinks. Honey can be used from start to finish, appetizer to desserts. 

Honey is a good alternative to satisfy one’s sweet tooth cravings sans the guilt. This ancient golden medicine, which has withstood the test of time, is not only considered as the perfect alternative to sugar but has also evolved its role in every household because of its natural health benefits.

If there is one thing that sets honey apart when it comes to the sweetener category – it is the product’s versatility. Honey is widely known for its medicinal properties; and its various uses not just as a sweetener for drinks and desserts, but also for cooking. In fact, September is celebrated as a National Honey Month in the US.

Here in the Philippines, there are many honey products that are now available in the market. The viscous liquid – which is a byproduct of bees using the nectar from flowers – has high levels of monosaccharides, fructose, and glucose that give it its sweetness and richness in terms of flavor. It also has vitamins, enzymes, and minerals that could help in addressing some health issues. In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends honey as a natural cough remedy. Using honey as a staple ingredient in the kitchen, whether for food or drinks, has been a common practice nowadays. In its pure and untreated state, it packs in a lot of nutrients good for the throat and the stomach; it can also help lower cholesterol levels; and is said to facilitate better memory and better sleep.

“Langnese is one of the few brands in the market that is all-natural, which meets the highest quality standards, especially as it follows strict regulations of the European Union,” San Beda concluded.

Additionally, some people have discovered the healing and antibacterial properties of honey that have also been found to help achieve a healthier and clearer skin, especially among women. Whether used alone or mixed with other ingredients, honey is now a star ingredient to use for DIY face masks that can be used to combat acne and deeply moisturize the skin.

Whether it be for culinary use and as an alternative sweetener/natural medicine or as a beauty product, honey is absolutely the sweetest thing that has happened to mankind.

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Amway Artistry Studio Bangkok Edition

Au revoir Paris. Sawasdee Ka Bangkok!

Introducing Artistry Studio™ Bangkok Edition – a new collection of bright, bold and trendy makeup products inspired by glimmering golds, vivid colors and nonstop energy of Thailand’s capital city.

Artistry Studio says sawasdee ka and boards a tuk tuk for the next stop on the Passionista world tour – Bangkok. As the most visited city in the world, Bangkok continues to attract both vacation and business travelers. From the vibrant markets to the golden temples, the new Artistry Studio Bangkok Edition offers new must-have cosmetic products with the textures and colors of Thailand’s fashion, active nightlife, and bright flowers as inspiration.

Beauty lovers everywhere can hear the beat and experience another Artistry Studio adventure in Bangkok with the bright, the bold, and everything in between. The Thai capital sets new parameters for trendy and style-savvy fashion products. With the new Artistry Studio™ Bangkok Edition, ladies who are always on-the-go can instantly feel like they are at the thrill of Bangkok, an unpredictable city filled with happy people.

“From NYC to Paris, and now Bangkok – Artistry Studio is about products that do it all. Our third edition is no exception with trendy, multi-tasking products that represent the key themes of Thailand for the girl-on-the-go to use and share with others,” said Kelli Templeton, Amway Vice President of Global Beauty for the Artistry brand.

“The Bangkok edition is no exception with trendy, multi-tasking products that represent key themes of Thailand for those who are on-the-go,” said Leni Olmedo, Country Manager of Amway Philippines, LLC.

Artistry Studio Bangkok Edition is the latest collection of beauty products inspired by the color, shimmer, and shine of Thailand’s capital city. Easy to pop in your pocket or bag, the collection includes the following products:

2 in 1 Matte Lip Crayons 

Shimmering Cream Eyeshadow 

Kajal Eyeliner 

Mascara Base Primer

On the Go Palette

Review will soon follow so make sure to watch out for that.

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CoCo Opens Three-Day ‘CoCo Chill Camp’

Cult favorite milk tea brand, CoCo which recently won the People's Choice Awardee for Favorite Milk Tea brand, has officially kicked off its much buzzed-about 3-day CoCo Chill Camp today at the SM Mega Fashion Hall, uniting CoCo fans in one big happy celebration.

The CoCo Chill Camp is CoCo's way of expressing its warmest thanks to its hordes of fans who have tirelessly queued up in all its branches nationwide, to get their personal favorite drinks.

Ever since young entrepreneur Larry Evans Tan brought CoCo to the Philippines five years ago from the milk tea capital of the world, Taiwan, CoCo has rapidly become a top player in the Filipino milk tea craze and is one of the strongest markets of the CoCo brand worldwide.

CoCo leads in the global tea market with a formidable 4,000 branches spread out across the world and posting an incredible sale of 100 cups per second globally.

In the Philippines, where it has become the go-to milk tea brand, one CoCo cup is sold every 4 minutes via delivery alone—further proving the love for CoCo that expands beyond the physical store.

“We’ve seen how well CoCo was received by Filipinos. The CoCo Chill Camp is our way of showing our loyal fans and supporters that we feel their love. And so we want to give them back the happiness that our drinks have brought to their lives, by giving them an experience that’s uniquely created for them,” said Tan, CoCo Philippines General Manager.

The CoCo Chill Camp showcased fun activities for everyone’s delight, including a CoCo Panda Pit, CoCo Pachinko, and CoCo Pearl Toss. These games come with with exciting prizes for lucky guests.

Exclusive limited edition CoCo merchandise were also sold at the CoCo Chill Camp, including the CoCo shirts with cool designs that would make every CoCo lover wear it with pride.

Social media rockstars, who are self-confessed CoCo lovers, ThatsBella, Rei Germar, Janina Vela and LA Aguinaldo, joined the other CoCo fans on the opening day, sharing their love for the brand and revealing their favorite CoCo drinks. ThatsBella and Rei also had the opportunity to visit Taiwan last month to interview CoCo founder Chairman Tommy Hung.

And if CoCo fans could not seem to get enough of the bestsellers—Panda Milk Tea, 3 Buddies Milk Tea, White Pearl Milk Tea, and Passion Fruit Tea Burst, CoCo launched a new flavor that is quickly starting to be the new favorite—the Caramel Chocolate Cream, EXCLUSIVE to the Philippine market.

Can't wait to try this one out while wearing my Milk Tea drinking Panda shirt.

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9th Likhang HABI Market Fair

HABI: The Philippine Textile Council is excited to take you through the #HABIJourney at the 9 th Likhang HABI Market Fair on October 11 to 13 at the Glorietta 3 Activity Center in Makati City.

With the theme The Highlights of our HABI Journey, this year’s edition of the pioneer in artisan market fairs and textile advocacy promises to be an immersive experience.

The three-day fair will feature a HABI Craft Corner where visitors can learn the basics of weaving using pure Philippine cotton and other natural local fibers, and create their own woven products. HABI goers can also participate in the Community Craft Loom and learn modern weaving using different materials, textures, colors, and weaving techniques. There will also be workshops on macramé, the art of knotting.

In keeping with its goals of promoting Filipino culture and heritage, the Likhang HABI Market Fair will also have a Baybayin workshop with lessons on writing and understanding the pre-colonial ancient writing script of the Philippines. Cultural dance performances, traditional Filipino music from different regions of the country, and Filipino art installations will also be part of the fair.

“We encourage Likhang HABI fairgoers to immerse themselves in the beautiful weaving communities and traditional textiles of our country,” says HABI Chair Maribel Ongpin. “We will have participating weavers from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao so the opportunity to learn at the fair is endless.”

With 52 participating merchants from all over the Philippines, the 9th Likhang HABI Market Fair will showcase sustainable and ethical fashion and other lifestyle products using traditional textiles such as habol negrense from Negros Occidental, yakan from Basilan, inaul from Maguindanao, binubudan from Ifugao, binakol and abel from Ilocos, tepina from Palawan, and many more.

Several merchants will also present contemporary Filipino fabrics such as cotton ikat and cotton abaca, a result of combining pure Philippine cotton with other indigenous fabrics. Promoting the use of pure Philippine cotton is one of the long-term commitments of HABI.

“There is an abundance of beautiful fabrics in the Philippines and we want to show that these fabrics
from different corners of the Philippines can be a part of our modern lifestyle,” says HABI President
Adelaida Lim.

Another highlight of the fair is the awarding of the 2nd Lourdes Montinola Piña Prize, which recognizes exceptional craftsmanship and mastery of the delicate process of turning pineapple threads into work of art.

Likhang HABI Market Fair 2019 will also feature a talk on sustainable shoemaking and why it is important to support the local shoemaking industry.

Since 2009, HABI has been providing traditional weavers and local weaving communities a platform to further enhance their skills in creative design and modern marketing by exchanging ideas with consumers, designers, and traders. The Likhang HABI Market Fair allows them to innovate and to level up to modern trends.

For more information, please visit www.habitextilecouncil.ph or follow www.facebook.com/HabiThePhilTextileCouncil and Instagram @habifair.

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Starbucks Anniversary Collection Must Have's

Are you ready to heed the siren's call?

With seafaring folklore as her origin, the iconic Starbucks Siren is not a far cry from the legend. In her own way, the enigmatic beauty continues to call on those with a passion for quality coffee.

 Just as sirens enchant seafarers with music, the Starbucks Siren sings the brand’s rich story with this year’s Starbucks® Anniversary blend, Anniversary Card, and its stunning Anniversary Merchandise collection.

An annual tradition continues as the Starbucks Anniversary Blend returns with its bold and full-bodied coffee flavor and distinctive spice notes. Made with the finest blend of beans from Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and enhanced with the addition of the iconic Sumatra, this favorite will be available in VIA® and Whole Bean. This year, the Starbucks Anniversary Blend will feature a fresh interpretation of the siren on its packaging.

Celebrating the brand and its muse is the mystical Starbucks Anniversary collection, featuring design and illustrations of aquatic elements in turquoise blue, gold, and silver accents. With items including mugs, tumblers, and an adorable Starbucks Bearista siren, the collection showcases the ethereal beauty of the Siren.

Complete the set of the celestial muse of the sea with the Starbucks Anniversary Card which depicts the siren’s tail in varying shades of blue. The card will be available for an initial activation amount of ₱500 per card.

For Starbucks’ Anniversary, heed the Siren’s call and dive deep into your coffee passions with the brand’s exciting offerings!

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7 fun and healthy recipes you can make with your kids

Ensuring that your kids eat healthily can be a running battle daily, especially when junk foods and fast foods are so readily available at the touch of a button. Home cooking is touted as one of the best ways to help kids get proper nutrition; you basically know what they are eating under your watch. Why not go one better and let your kids join the fun by cooking together? Get started with some of our favorite child-approved dishes that are not only easy to make, but healthy to eat!

  
1.    Make Your Own Tacos
Yes, taco night can also be an opportunity for a healthy dinnertime. You can easily achieve this by setting up a selection of taco fillings for your kids to pile into baked taco shells. Instead of very greasy picadillo, sour cream, and other heavy toppings, try out lightly seasoned chicken, fresh salsa, beans, and other healthier options. Not only is it a chance for kids to have fun and get creative, but it’s also a way to create great memories with the family!

2.    Pizza Pockets
Just like tacos, pizzas need not be banned from a health-conscious household. Putting a healthy twist to homemade pizzas is one way to let your kids enjoy the fun of having pizza while making sure they are well nourished. Instead of frozen crust, try whole wheat pita bread to make pizza pockets. Your kids can fill these up with an endless variety of healthy fillings, and top it off with low fat or vegan cheeses that will surely entice even the pickiest eater.

3.    Chicken Wraps/Roll Ups
Want to get the kids involved in prepping their lunches? Teach them to make roll ups! Chicken strips in particular lend themselves well to being main ingredients in wraps and sandwiches. You can pair the chicken meat with diced tomatoes and other savory vegetables, and use low fat sauces and dressings for extra flavour. Taking things up a notch? Try using a lettuce wrap to hold everything together!

4.    Mac And Cheese Casserole
You really cannot go wrong with macaroni and cheese. It’s the ultimate comfort food for both kids and adults. Put a healthy spin on this favorite by turning mac & cheese into a casserole filled with nutritious ingredients. The great part about casseroles is that pretty much anything goes; you can toss in any combination of meats or fish, mix in vegetables for variety and flavour, and top everything off with light sauces. Need some added crunch? Try dusting cornflakes over the top of the casserole.

5.    Yogurt Parfaits
Need a healthy alternative to ice cream? Try yogurt! Since yogurt can be an acquired taste for many kids, help them along by layering yogurt with other ingredients such as fruit, rice krispies, and even cereal. Kids can fill a jar or tall glass with alternating layers of yogurt and other fillings, dust the parfait with chocolate powder or sprinkles, and pop the entire parfait in the fridge to set. Simple and good.

6.    Oatmeal Chocolate Snack Cakes
Budding bakers will appreciate the opportunity to make healthy goodies such as snack cakes. Oatmeal is easily mixed in with other dry ingredients for cake and provides body and extra fibre. Contrary to expectations, chocolate need not be banned also from your home; in moderation it is an excellent treat and incentive for kids. Limit the sugar added to the cake or use semi sweet chocolate chips to keep this treat healthy!

7.    Trail Mix
Help abolish the urge to reach for a bag of chips or a pack of sweets by teaching kids to keep their own trail mix on hand. Trail mix can be made from any combination of nuts and dried fruit, adjusted for your kids’ appetites and preferences. Let kids mix up their personal trail mixes every few days, and offer them a variety of ingredients to keep their interest piqued.

These recipes all have variations available online, and can be easily adjusted for your family’s needs and tastes. With a little fun and participation, kids will quickly learn that eating healthy does not mean eating boring!

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7 gardening tips to cope with the rainy days

Gray skies and storms can really out a damper on the plans and spirits of enthusiasts of outdoor activities such as gardening. Regardless of the season, there are always tips and tricks that anyone can use to keep that green thumb nurtured. Read on for 7 of our gardening tips to help cope with rainy days, and those few occasions when the sun is out!

Rain, Rain Go Away

1.    Make New Green Spaces in the House
All that time indoors is a great opportunity to survey all the idle or unused areas in the house, which would otherwise be filled with dust and clutter. Perhaps one or more of these places can benefit from a little greenery? See if there are corners that can accommodate a new potted plant, or if windowsills and terraces can be converted into mini-gardens. Just make sure your new green spaces have adequate sunlight, and will not pose harm to small children or pets in residence!

2.    Plant Good Things to Eat
Decided on a kitchen garden? You’re in luck! This is the best place to plant stuff that can literally go from your pot to your table. You can start with a simple row of basic kitchen herbs such as basil and rosemary, or go as far as planting vegetables. If you are feeling ambitious, try salad greens such as lettuces and various sprouts? Best of all, you can be sure the stuff you are putting in your food is free of harmful pesticides and other chemicals.

3.    Spruce Up Pots and Planters
Nothing spells “monotonous” more than row upon row of featureless plastic or terracotta pots. Bring some cheer into your indoor planting by trying out new pots and planters of different shapes and colors. If you have a DIY streak, you can convert large tins, buckets, or just about any receptacle into a pot. Just make sure that your new pot has enough drainage so that your plants will not get waterlogged.

4.    Try Out Cuttings
Cuttings are the easiest way to propagate a wide variety of ornamental and kitchen plants. This is particularly true of plants that are difficult to raise from seeds. Since the extreme heat of summer is over, small cuttings have a better chance of surviving. Cuttings can be easily nurtured in small pots or receptacles kept indoors until they gain enough roots and height to be transplanted outside. If successful, cuttings can be even given away as presents or made part of a small business! 

Here Comes the Sun

5.    Build a Bird House
Our feathered friends also come up short on food and shelter during the rainy season. Help them out by building a bird house in their favorite tree on your property and filling it up with some bird seed ever so often. In return, birds will help keep your garden free of pests and cheer up the place with their unique songs.

6.    Prune and Prune
Plants can benefit from a good trim every now and then. The rainy season is a good time to prune since plants can recover more easily when they do not have to contend with rising temperatures. On a sunny or slightly overcast day, take out those pruning shears and lop off dead and dying branches, or branches that pose a potential hazard to power lines and other infrastructure during storms. One caveat though: for tall trees, ask help from professionals.

7.    Raise the Beds
Keep your delicate plants from being swamped during storms by taking the opportunity to raise their planters or beds. This might require some restructuring in the garden, so it is best to wait for a good weather forecast before executing this project. Regardless of location or height of plant beds, always reinforce their walls and check for cracks that may grow larger with water damage.

Gardening is a noble pursuit that need not wait for clear skies; in fact it is something that should be done regardless of the season. We hope these tips will help you maintain your home garden and perhaps even bring a little of it indoors on the bleakest days.

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5 apps to help you become more productive and organized

Even in this digital and information age, there are plenty of naysayers who deride the Internet and technology as “distractions” and hindrances to productivity. However, there are many useful apps developed by busy innovators designed to help their tribe: people who must make sense of loads of schedules and information, or who must at least begin to get organized in their work and personal pursuits. Are you one of those people? Then check out some of our apps that can help you stay focused on tasks and make the best use of your time each day!

1.    To-Do
Is your to-do list all over the place, or are you having trouble keeping up with reminders? Do you end up forgetting to send important emails? Are you having trouble keeping track of reminders and posts scattered across different apps? Solve all of that with To-Do, your one-stop app for organizing. Not only does it keep your schedules, timetables, and event calendars all in one location, it can be used to coordinate your emails and sync with your other apps. Basically, you will never need to wade through a sea of screens again! If you’ve been using Wunderlist, this app is touted as being its successor, making migration an easy thing.

2.    Evernote
Are you the sort who comes up with solutions while away from your desk or office? Never lose an idea again with this tried and true app, Evernote. More than being a simple onscreen jot pad, Evernote can also function as a to-do list and organizer. It can also be used to scan and organize handwritten notes, making it perfect for those who still prefer notebooks and sticky notes for the initial processes of brainstorming. Like other apps in its league, Evernote is easy to sync with your email and with other work apps, thus making it easier for you to go from merely scratching out ideas all the way to presenting them in a meeting.

3.    Pocket
It happens: you are looking through an interesting article, something comes up, and you lose track of what you were reading….and can never find it again. Nix the frustration with Pocket, which allows you to save articles, videos, and tabs for later use and reference. You can organize and curate your saved tabs under various headers to help you access them more easily. Although originally designed for desktops, it has since evolved to interface on various mobile platforms, making it your ultimate on-the-go repository for your hobbies and interests.

4.    Forest
Is hopping on and off your social media eating up too much of your time? Are you often glued to your screen when you really should be at work? Abolish these habits with the help of Forest, a fun app that will keep you productive and your screen occupied for as long as necessary. The longer you stay focused on your task, the longer you can grow your forest---and your progress is set back if you open another app on your phone or switch out to do something else. Need added support? Use the leaderboard so you and your friends can see who can grow their forest the longest!

5.    Calm
Sometimes the dizzying pace of work may leave you frazzled and unfocused. Keep your head cool and your pace unhurried with the help of Calm. This app offers a wide range of background music, guided and unguided meditations, and other exercises that can help you stay centered throughout the day. You can even use this app to help you slowly wind down once work is done and get a restful sleep at night. Now that is one way to build your productivity!

There is a whole sea of productivity apps out there, designed for all kinds of work habits and schedules. After all, there is no one solution to the varying stresses and bugaboos that plague the workplace; only strategies to manage each situation and collaborate for better teamwork. We hope that our recommendations will help you find the app or combination of apps that will enhance your productivity and improve your work-life balance. Good luck.

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