Research has found that meditation can physically change the brain, making you more clear-headed and satisfied with life. Try the following meditation exercise: Put aside 20 minutes of free time and sit comfortably in as calm and quiet a place as possible. Center your attention on something for example, your breathing, an image, or even a mantra. When your mind wanders (and it will), don't get angry; gently bring your focus back to the thing you chose do this until the meditation is over. Gently close your meditation, slowly bringing your awareness back to where you are now. Getting organized can help you feel more in control of your life. It involves anything from blocking out your time each day to cleaning up your home and getting rid of things you no longer need. One great way to gain some control over your day-to-day life is to block out your time in an hourly diary: Choose a diary that shows your entire week over a two-page spread. Beneath each day there should be squares representing at least 12 hours of your day: from the time you wake up to the time you get home from work/school. At the start of each week, block out how you will spend your time each day. Start with the things you must get done and then move down your list in order of priority. Example: 7:00-7:10 a.m. Wake up; 7:10-7:45 do yoga; 7:45-8:30 shower/get dressed, 8:30-9:00 make/eat breakfast; 9:00-9:45 travel to work; 9:45-10:00 settle in; 10:30 check emails; 10:30-12:30 data entry; 12:30-1:30 lunch; and so on. Note that things will not always go as planned, and that's okay. What you block into your diary doesn't have to be set in stone; it's meant to be a guideline to help you gain some control over your time, and meet your goals. If you don't know what makes you happy, you probably won't be very happy. Explore new interests, socialize with people whose company you enjoy, note the things you like and don't like. Part of getting to know yourself could be keeping a daily journal. This will help you sort out your thoughts about things. Try to write in your journal every day - aim for three pages a day. Keep track of your feelings, likes and dislikes, successes etc. Life can begin to feel pretty dull if virtually all you do is eat, sleep, and work. Making an effort to get outside of that routine for example through socializing or exploring new hobbies (ex., music, films, reading, art, sports) will help you feel more fulfilled in life. Do things that make you laugh: see a funny movie, watch a comedy special on TV, hang out with funny people, play with a cat or dog, or do whatever it is that gets you laughing. Laughing and smiling, even when you don't feel like it, can help boost your mood. Connecting with other people is a great way to get out of your own head and enjoy life. Who you socialize with is important: make sure that you socialize with people who make you feel like the best version of you; avoid hanging out with people who make you feel negative or bad in any way. Studies have linked Internet overuse with depression. Make sure that you spend time away from the Internet every day. Some things to do instead: Read a book. Watch an inspiring film. Learn how to play an instrument, or take up painting or some other creative art. Go for a walk. Socialize with some friends. Join a club or sports team. Sometimes your best might be just to get out of bed; other days, it might be to do so much more having a very productive day at work and exercising and socializing with people you love at night. Allow yourself to be changeable and have good days and bad days, but always do your best, whatever it may be on a specific day. If you hold on to anger about things that have happened in your past, you'll have trouble being happy. Forgive others and forgive yourself. This doesn't mean forgetting; it's more about letting go of anger. One doctor suggests the following exercise: Identify someone you're angry with. Don't start with someone with whom you have deep-seated issues; start with someone who will likely be easier to forgive, like that person who cut you off in traffic the other day, or someone who pushed past you in the hallway at school, if you're still holding on to that. Get the anger out. Write your feelings down in a journal; discuss your feelings with friends, a therapist, or other supportive people. Work out whether you want to raise the issue with anyone. Picture the person in your mind, and ask yourself what they might have been dealing with on a person level, for them to have treated you that way. Putting yourself in their shoes will help you view them with more compassion, and may help you to forgive them. Note that this doesn't make their actions okay. You do not have to put up with people treating you poorly. The goal of the exercise is merely to help you release your anger about the event, so that you can move on and feel happier in life.

Summary: Meditate every day. Get organized. Get to know yourself. Do things you enjoy. Socialize. Get off the Internet. Always do your best. Be forgiving.

If you have been editing a file in Google Docs but want to make future edits in Word, the process is simple. You just need to download the Google Docs file as a Word ".docx" file If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. If you are using the Google Docs app on your mobile device, open the document there. You'll see some different saving options. In the Google Docs app on your mobile device, tap the icon and select "Share & Export". When prompted, chose a save location you will remember. In the mobile app, select "Save as Word." You can use Word on your computer or mobile device. If you use Word Online, you will need to upload the document to OneDrive before editing. Log in at http://www.onedrive.com and click "Upload," then "Files" to find the document to upload. The document you saved from Google Docs is now open in Word. In Word Online, click "Open from OneDrive" to find your file. In the Word mobile app, tap the folder icon, then select the file.

Summary: Open your document in Google Docs. Click "File," then navigate to "Download as". Choose "Microsoft Word". Open Microsoft Word. Press Ctrl+O (Windows) or Command+O (Mac), then double-click the document you wish to open.

Get comfortable and get into soft fabrics. Whether you prefer a cotton tee or a fluffy robe, soft materials will help you relax. Also, choose fabrics that will keep you warm but won't let you overheat. Fleece is great to keep you insulated while whisking away moisture. Cuddle up under your favorite blanket for that extra layer of warmth and comfort. Shivering weakens the immune system and our extremities are the first to feel the cold. Cover up your hands and feet under your comfiest blanket. You can also use fluffy socks, gloves, and a hat but this may seem excessive when indoors. Pillows are a great way to relax because they are soft and comforting. Use as many as you need to make you feel comfortable and relaxed. Choosing the right pillow can help you get better sleep and recover from your cold faster. Pillows can be chosen based on material and the position in which you sleep. Pillows can also help to elevate your head and reduce nasal congestion as well.
Summary: Put your favorite pajamas on. Stay warm. Pile up your pillows.