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Google Domains and the Squarespace Deal - Highlights

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I had several sites whose domain name server (DNS) records and domain registration billing had a lot to do with Google Domains. It was a beta project when I first encountered this user-friendly, straightforward, and fast DNS ecosystem that would get immediately verified by the Google Search Console (GSC). While I have enjoyed the freedom to create a hundred domains per domain name registration, Squarespace is about to take over Google Domains in a deal that the world's top search and ad network provider identifies as helpful in sharpening their business focus. In an article on Mashable about what Sqaurespace's Google Domains deal means for the site owners , I came across a site documenting the history of all the projects that Google has put aside or shut down. At the time of writing this, i.e., 29 August 2023, 01:45 PM, IST, the entry on this website discussing this domain registrar switch ranked first, as depicted in the following screenshot. Image 1 - The list of proj...

Properties of a Focused Mind

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Life will always give you many reasons to remain distracted, and you will over-indulge in those reasons to prevent boredom. However, the longer you let your attention be fragmented between a million activities, the greater the risk of losing sight of what matters the most. Therefore, exploring the advantages and importance of increasing your ability to focus is essential. What is a Focused Mind? Video by Kelly on Pexels. Several religions have conceptualized stillness of mind using everyday objects. Besides, philosophers and psychologists love getting an in-depth explanation for human emotions, motivations, and impulses. All these stakeholders educate the world on the characteristics of a focused mind. Read:  Focus on Breathing - Simple Meditation A focused mind will be committed to the task at hand without letting the regrets of the past or fears of the future interfere with your effectiveness at work. Here, the term "work" also represents y...

Samosa - Rarely Known Food Facts | SMD Akp51v

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Many food lovers like to eat delicious and crispy samosas since they can try so many food combinations involving these deep-fried triangular pastries. If you visit India, you will find stalls and food services offering samosas in every city or village. Some people love to drink tea while appreciating a tasty samosa. Others combine it with bread or pav . Using the Devanagari script, you can write it as पाव . When you combine samosa ( समोसा ) with pav, you get samosa pav ( समोसापाव ), a beloved Indian street food. Some of my friends would always order this combination. However, I have often enjoyed samosa as its own independent entity. See, I am more of a vada pav ( वडापाव ) type of person. Samosa has been a part of our unique food adventures for centuries. Any kind of celebration is incomplete without it. You usually find it stuffed with potatoes and spices. It is a deep-fried dish. Everyone's heart becomes happy after eating hot samosas on a rainy day or a lovely eve. If you a...

Multitasking - Its Nature and Prevention | SMD Akp51v

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Do you like to multitask? Isn't it beautiful to apply for one job description and become an entire department? How gorgeous! In its nascent phase, the concept of multitasking worked well for computers and machines. But humans are complex. Yes, you might have this human body that seems like a machine. Still, you know better. We have emotions, thoughts, opinions, and perspectives. And nobody is a fan of boredom. So, we struggle. I struggle too; with the shallow repetitions devoid of any soul or humane sensitivity. Now, you could use the co-called multitasking for preventing boredom. Then, you get the "thrill" out of your life. It is as fun as unpaid overtime. Wonderful, right? Productivity or Hidden Hyperactivity? Exactly what are you achieving by multitasking? At least in its theory, you do more tasks in the same timeframe. And these tasks might differ from each other drastically. Thus, you could get a lot of excitement and energy drain when you end your multitasker mo...

Quartz Watches are Great, right? | Post 37

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In college viva voce and for interviews, you need some formal ornaments. And a good wristwatch does the trick. So, let's explore the story of the Quartz Revolution. Before the year 1970, your grandparents used purely mechanical watches. And only the most experienced craftsman could create them. Also, those tools were the ultimate forms of precision and elegance. Even today, mechanical watches hold great value for traditional and technical reasons. First Quartz Watch - Seiko Quartz Astron 35SQ On the 25th day of December 1969, this watch went mainstream. According to the Seiko Museum Ginza , Quartz Astron 35SQ had a price similar to that of a car. As you can guess, its accuracy was better. Also, this watch was a result of many decades of research. Sidenotes: Warren Marrison invented the quartz "clock" in 1927 in America. Issac Koga built the first Japanese quartz clock in 1937. Seiko's quartz clock for the broadcasting stations was as big as a locker duri...

Crying is Okay, You Know | Post 36

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You will feel pain because you are alive. And guess what, it is completely cool to let your emotions dance on your face. Anyway, if you try to lie about your feelings, that suffering increases. So, do not worry about what others might think of you. Let your tears be free. Crying is not a weakness Photo by Francisco Gonzalez on Unsplash Yes, you need courage and honesty to cry freely. Because of the social norms, you might have heard that your tears represent vulnerability. "Oh, what a great misdeed! You shall not allow the world to see your less likeable side." Something that has the potential to make you feel bad about your sensitivity. Though I agree with the obvious dangers of being oversensitive, I must say that your tears are good for your health. All you need to do is to perform a quick search for the benefits of crying. And you would be shocked to learn the chemistry, biology and well-being aspects of your tears. Again, cry without a doubt and let those ...

Please Get Enough Sleep and Drink Enough Water | Akp5v SMD

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Mother Nature is clever. Because she provided us with three revitalizing superpowers: Drink water regularly. Eat your food as if you are meditating . Sleep to erase all your ailments. So, you can lead a pleasant and fulfilling life. But in this age of competition and hyperactivity, you are more likely to become sleep deprived. Thus, you must maintain sight of these three virtues. Rehydrate yourself and eat with patience. Above all else, kindly do not compromise on getting a night of excellent sleep quality. Now, WebMD has an article about the ten dangerous effects of sleep deprivation . But in a nutshell, you are putting your heart and metabolism at risk. Also, your daytime productivity at work decreases with irregular slumber. Your Sleep is the Ultimate Healing Magic Photo by Kate Stone Matheson on Unsplash When you are sleeping, your body repairs itself. Be it your immune system or internal glands, your body is trying to use this relaxing state to its fullest ex...

Writing Heals You | SMD Akp51v

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To face your truths, fears and weaknesses; you must write . Because this action alone helps you reduce your inner chaos. After all, you can calm down and edit your text. So, your perspective towards life could improve. Here, you will review a few concepts associated with the benefits of writing. Article Wallpaper 720x1480 px original. Using words help you store and process your communication. And you are not a robot. Thus, your emotional well-being improves when you write. Because your commitment to your drafts is a vital asset on its own. When you write it, you manage it with clarity. Article Image by Akp51v. As your academic life ends, you get more choices of lifestyle. But you have to handle your stress levels throughout your life. Then, you might start struggling with your obligations. Also, you live in this century of over-information. Of course, you might start forgetting or confusing important details. How can writing help you manage your leisure and duties? Rela...

Studying Toxic Behaviors - Identification and Management

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You know that humans are social animals. But when you interact with others, you build bittersweet memories. So, how can you recognise and handle a toxic situation? By learning about the potentially toxic interactions, you safeguard your moods and psychological wellbeing. In fact, preserving your brain health is vital. Only then, you can realise your long-term financial goals. Remember that your mental stability correlates to your productivity. Thus, you must not allow other individuals and external factors to disturb your inner calm. Why? Because your productivity plays a vital role in your income sources. E.g., monthly cash inflows, quarterly revenue streams or your annual salaries. Of course, you will find some insights about the topics mentioned above in this blog post. Before You Start - Important Disclosure This is neither a clinical nor a professional consultation / advice. Also, Akp51v holds a bachelor's degree in regular Civil ...

Success Looks Different to Everyone

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Yes, the concept of Success or "being successful in your life" is sweet. And your satisfaction levels matter a lot. But these words do not have the same meaning for each person. So, everyone tries to define them. As such, the definitions vary. In fact, this post explores the different methods of understanding how and why success looks different to everyone.  As you shall see, we all have many options for making our own theories. And the list of the main indicators related to this sense of achievement is available below. Remember that you are free to form your stance on this subject matter. Thus, this article should handle this discussion using the most relatable examples. Let's begin this article with an image that might be interesting to you. Of course, the following picture is confusing. But it is a funny way of summarising the points you will encounter here. Picture 1. Diffe...

Separate Your Satisfaction from the Immediate External Events

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Happiness, joy, pleasure, and fun. They may or may not belong to external factors. Anyway, it doesn't change anything that much for you. Your daily life stays the same. You seek Satisfaction . You need to do something every day. Else, it gets boring. And you experience all the bittersweet life events. Some aspects are too dark. Yet, relatable. Your limited lifespan  isn't a definite number. Table of Contents ≡ Why seek Everlasting Satisfaction? Your Happiness as a State of Mind and Coping up with Your Reality Being Satisfied with Who You Are Is Satisfaction only a Chemical Reaction? Research of Joy is Never 'Final' No Method is 'Perfect' or 'Accurate'... Ever [ counting Completeness ] Detachment: Temporary Delight amid the External 'Noise' ...

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