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By Nathan Erb

Here’s The Scoop

Unless your means of transportation is a snowmobile (with snowmobile insurance, of course), those of us in colder climates will have to clear our driveways and sidewalks at some point this winter.

It’s a chore that most of us dread, but it can also result in injury or be life-threatening. Follow these tips to stay safe and become more efficient at snow removal this season.

Step 1: The Physical Challenge

It’s not as cool as bragging about hitting the gym, but shoveling snow can be a great workout. It can also be a deceivingly intense workout, especially if you’re not prepared. Before grabbing the shovel: If you have a history of heart or back problems, check with your doctor first, just as you would before any strenuous activity. Stretch. Just as you would before a run or bike ride, you’ll be using your hamstrings, shoulders, back and muscles you didn’t even know you had. Stay hydrated. The cold weather and physical strain will take its toll, so drink plenty of fluids before, during and after the job.

Step 2: Be Armed With The Right Tools

You should be prepared with the right equipment long before the flakes start to fly. Here’s your shopping list: Start with the right clothing. This includes waterproof boots with good traction, gloves with a good grip and a hat that covers your ears. Dress in layers and remove extra clothing as you heat up. The shovel should be lightweight and have a blade that isn’t too large. This will prevent you from lifting too much snow each time. The handle should be long enough to allow for good posture when lifting. Once an area is mostly clear, use de-icer, sand or cat litter. Have these items on hand before your local hardware store sells out when a storm approaches. Learn more about de-icing your sidewalk.

Step 3: Strategize

A little brainpower can make the process a lot easier. Before you start randomly shoveling areas like a madman, use these tips: Most areas you shovel are a rectangle. Determine the center point, then move snow to the nearest edge so that you’re going the shortest possible distance. Clean cars first. If you brush a foot of snow off your roof, there’s only one place for it to go, and you’ll be shoveling the same area twice. If a significant amount of snow is expected to fall, try to get a head start. It will be easier to shovel in several passes. The sun is your friend. Any exposed ground will warm up and melt the remaining area much quicker than a thick layer of white.

Step 4: As You Shovel…

Pacing yourself and using the proper technique is the key to preventing injury. Posture is everything. Keep your back straight and lift with your legs when you can’t push the snow. Keep one hand close to the shovel blade for better leverage, and don’t twist your body. Take frequent breaks. 15 minutes of shoveling should be followed by 15 minutes of rest. Team up. Joining neighbors and families will make the effort more enjoyable, quicker and safer.

Following these tips will make the snow removal process less of a headache (or backache), and give you more time to enjoy winter’s beauty.]]> http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/snow-shoveling-safety-tips/feed/ 0 http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/how-to-avoid-cyber-crooks/ http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/how-to-avoid-cyber-crooks/#comments Wed, 26 Oct 2011 05:04:54 +0000 mentorqueen http://www.mentoreyes.com/?p=638 Continue Reading]]>
Emailed viruses and malware are the most prevalent cyberthreat of identity theft. Just think of how many emails you’ve gotten in the last year that appeared to be from friends whose email accounts were hijacked. Know how to recognize phishing. Your bank won’t send you an email telling you that your account has been compromised and asking you to provide sensitive account and personal information it already has. The FBI and Internal Revenue Service won’t do that either. These are phishing attempts.

Recognize that your smartphone is really a pocket-size computer and is prone to the same types of attacks directed at your laptop and desktop. Take steps to protect it, such as keeping your operating system current and creating a strong password.

Keep your personal information to yourself. For instance, don’t put your entire birth date, including the year, on Facebook. Think about the security questions normally posed by your bank and other secure locations: “first school you attended,” “name of favorite pet” and the like. Are your answers on display online?

Know the pitfalls of public Wi-Fi. CreditCards.com says, “Avoid public wireless Internet connections unless you have beefed-up security protection.”

Beware of public computers, too. For instance, Kiplinger says, “Don’t access your accounts or personal information on public hotel computers, which could have software that logs keystrokes and records your passwords and account numbers.”

Use credit cards, rather than debit cards, when making purchases online. In case of fraud, you’ll get much better protection from liability with a credit card.

Purchase only from reputable websites (and look for “https” in the Web address). “It is really easy to create a fake online store or to create a store that sells stuff, but its real purpose is to collect credit card information,” former identity thief Dan DeFelippi told CreditCards.com.

Check your accounts and your credit reports regularly. Some experts recommend that you check bank account and credit card activity every day. You can pull a free credit report every four months from AnnualCreditReport.com to verify that fraudulent accounts have not been created in your name.

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An extreme fear of a situation in which you have to meet new people or you may be scrutinized by others

A social situation where one has intense anxiety or one avoides entirely

Anxiety provoking social situations that case physical symptoms like blushing, sweating, shaking, trembling, tense muscles, shaky voice, dry mouth or a pounding heart

The cause of SAD is unknown however ther are 2 possible theories:

1. SAD may be related to a chemical (serotonine) imbalance in the brain
2. It may run in families
3. It may start from a past embarassing situation that was not well handled.
4. Alcohol consumption worsens SAD

Treatment Options: Getting help from a psychologist, and your physician ASAP The psychologist will provide social skills training, cognitive behavior therapy while the physician may provide medications. Remember not to let others discourage you from seekinh treatment since there is a cure for it.   References: American Psychiatric Association (www.psych.org) Anxiety Disorder Association of America (www.adaa.org) Freedom from Fear (FFFNADSD@aol.com) National Institute of Mental Health (www.nimh.nih.gov/anxiety)]]> http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/social-anxiety-disorder-sad/feed/ 0 http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/as-school-starts-you-need-to-know-how-gpa-calculated/ http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/as-school-starts-you-need-to-know-how-gpa-calculated/#comments Mon, 22 Aug 2011 03:28:59 +0000 mentorqueen http://www.mentoreyes.com/?p=623 Continue Reading]]> http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/as-school-starts-you-need-to-know-how-gpa-calculated/feed/ 0 http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/fathers-day-history/ http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/fathers-day-history/#comments Wed, 03 Aug 2011 03:55:19 +0000 mentorqueen http://www.mentoreyes.com/?p=621 Continue Reading]]> http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/fathers-day-history/feed/ 0 http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/the-hidden-costs-of-medical-student-debt-by-pauline-w-chen-md/ http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/the-hidden-costs-of-medical-student-debt-by-pauline-w-chen-md/#comments Fri, 29 Jul 2011 20:24:16 +0000 mentorqueen http://www.mentoreyes.com/?p=616 Continue Reading]]> http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/the-hidden-costs-of-medical-student-debt-by-pauline-w-chen-md/feed/ 0 http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/hhs-announces-affordable-insurance-available-in-2014/ http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/hhs-announces-affordable-insurance-available-in-2014/#comments Mon, 18 Jul 2011 19:40:46 +0000 mentorqueen http://www.mentoreyes.com/?p=613 Continue Reading]]> http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/hhs-announces-affordable-insurance-available-in-2014/feed/ 0 http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/eulogy-for-my-mum-mrs-adebimpe-babalola-1929-2011/ http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/eulogy-for-my-mum-mrs-adebimpe-babalola-1929-2011/#comments Fri, 08 Jul 2011 21:37:48 +0000 mentorqueen http://www.mentoreyes.com/?p=603 Continue Reading]]> http://www.mentoreyes.com/uncategorized/eulogy-for-my-mum-mrs-adebimpe-babalola-1929-2011/feed/ 1