Social Implications in the IT Industry

Hello Bloggers,

I want to imform you about the social implications of communicating in the IT industry.

Positive Effects of IT Industry	Negative Effects of IT Industry
-Get in contact with people you don’t talk to a lot	-People don’t talk face to face
-Emailing people you can attach documents	-People email each other when they are so close to each other (5metres)
-You can promote products via internet	-People talk to strangers!
-Homework can be set online this is good for teachers	-It changes peoples terms e.g. slang
-News and updates are always available on the internet and the 24 hour news	-It distracts you in school e.g. texting.
-You can also get into contact with your family in a different country	-People become unfit because they don’t exercise being distracted by the latest technology
You can always stay connected	-It increases crime as technology can be very valuable e.g. expensive phones.

My Personal View: Social Implications of IT. Share yours!

Dear Bloggers,

I think there are disadvantages and advantages to everything.

Therefore I think people can actually get bullied using email or Facebook and being misunderstood through email therefore getting very angry and sad.

On the other hand, advantages of a blog for example, is being able to communicate with everyone globally and updating regularly. Also I could help others and treat it like a diary: sharing personal experiences.

Are people in potiential threat of using of communicating via IT?!

Please give your feedback below.

Social Implications of IT when communicating.

Hello Bloggers,

Sophia is back today. Today we are going to be addressing the fact that there are many negativities when using IT when communicating.

Ways of communicating electronically	Disadvantages
E-mail	You will need internet for this which will cost money. You have to sign up for it. Viruses may occur if you open up an email (pop-ups) Email can become impersonal or misunderstood.
Facebook	Sometimes facebook can mess up, and you appear offline which can get you or other people agitated. There are errors on the page therefore you can’t open it.
Blogs	You need internet (it’ll cost you) You have to regularly update a blog. People may write negative comments which will get you upset or angry.
Instant messaging	Cyber bullying may occur because you can open up different chat rooms. You need internet which will cost you.

From Super Sophia :D

8 Tips On Presentation Skills

Hello Fellow Bloggers!

Today I'm going to give you guys some easy quick tips to make your presentations easy to watch and understand.

One
Have energy whilst talking therefore the audience can feel this too! And really pay attention to you so all the focus is on you.

Two
Use gestures when presenting as it is very powerful, it shows the audience how dedicated you are to the topic you are discussing.

Three
Avoid reading what exactly what is on the screen.

Four
Make sure you use eye contact

Five
Really project your voice so the audience can hear you speak loudly but clearly.

Six
Use note cards to remind you of what you are saying. Make sure though, they are short notes and not full sentences.

Seven
If you need to emphasize a point, repeat it again to make it even stronger and so it will go across the audience clearly.

Eight

Practice this presentation and the skills above so that you ensure youself of presenting a well organised presentation.

There is a video above which have some tips.

5 a day is the ultimate way! [;

Hey, I'm back fellow bloggers =D. I know you missed me very much [; -lol.
Right, you guys may be thinking why should we eat at least 5 portions of fruit and veg a day? Is it even important? Well I've listed some reasons below why we all should - everyday.

Five Reasons To Get Five Portions

Give 5 a day a go.

• Fruit and vegetables taste delicious and there's so much variety to choose from.
• They're a good source of vitamins and minerals, including folate, vitamin C and potassium.
• They're an excellent source of  fibre, which helps maintain a healthy gut and prevent constipation and other digestion problems. A diet high in fibre can also reduce your risk of bowel cancer.
• They can help reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and some cancers.
• Fruit and vegetables contribute to a healthy and balanced diet.

Did you know people in the UK have a 1 in 3 chance of developing cancer at some time in their lives. Eating 5 portions of different fruit and vegetables a day can help reduce the risk of developing heart disease or cancer. Don't let this affect you, we can be the 2 in 3 people who does NOT get affected. Come on guys! All it takes is to make sure you are having them portions of fruit and veg.

There's always a solution.

Maybe you're not bothered to eat 5 WHOLE portions of fruit or veg. Instead, what you should do is cut fruits into smaller pieces such as an apple into thin slices, drink juices or even better home-made juices and tell your parents to include some vegetables into your dishes or fruits in your desserts/puddings.

Eating 5 a day is excellent as it means you are getting a good variety of vitamins and minerals. And if you were wondering... A portion of fruit/veg is roughly equal to what can fit into your hand. I have included a link for you guys below about 5 a day portion sizes.
http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/5ADAY/Pages/Portionsizes.aspx

The purple dragonfruit on the right,
white dragonfruit on the left.

My 5 a day. :]

I love eating fruits. Especially exotic asian fruits such as dragon fruit, lychees, jack fruit and mungoosteen. There's so much more but you wouldn't want to hear me making lists and babbling on about it, lol. =]
They are so exquiste especially when are they eaten cold. My absolute fav is dragon fruit, it's expensive in normal supermarkets so I suggest buy it in a chinese or vietnamese store if you can. I recently heard there is a purple one, my Grandma in Vietnam had told me it was so pretty and tasted even sweeter than the white one. ;o. I badly want to taste it. Sadly I haven't seen it here yet.
Sometimes I eat fruit salads I love the juice of them :].

Try out different ways of eating your 5 a day! Explore your culture.

What have you tried out, any particular desserts dish you have tried including fab fruits?  Comment below, I would love to hear it =]

Super Sophia x

60 mins of excercise won't hurt.

Are you not fit? Not bothered to exercise? Read on :]

Believe it or not, chores WILL help!

To be fit you should take it step by step - one step at a time. It doesn't mean you have to spend hours and hours in a gym. You can do daily activities to help you exercise a bit. Such as doing chores like mopping, vacuuming and gardening. Probably you guys dread doing chores, but at least when you are doing it, you know it ultimately benefits you.

It doesn't matter if you can't run miles and miles the first time. I suggest walking, not only it sheds calories but it helps you calm down. Did you know it is considered the best choice of exercise to do, as it doesn't require any training also you can do it anywhere and anytime - how convenient! Walk after you eat it helps you digest better and keeps you less bloated. It is stress free and a bit of fresh air for yourself.

Why not with a friend?
You'll feel less lonely and more motivated.

Experts recommend 60 minutes at least of exercise a day and 4 times a week. Is this boring to you? Split up your exercising. Maybe 10 minutes of walking in the morning. 20 minutes later and so on. But you don't have to just walk. Do other things such as dancing to your favourite Beyonce hit, jogging up and down stairs in your house (this really helps), swimming and going to the court with your friends playing a bit of tennis. Bring your friend along because then you'll be in it together. Everyone has their individual choice of excercise, so do what you are most comfortable with.

Sing along to music
while going for a jog.

Just try it out at first. Trust me when I had a thought of me EXERCISING, I thought no way. But anyway I gave it a shot, and at my amazement I was happier, feeling healthy and stress-free. And that was JUST a 10 minute walk and it had gave me all these good feelings. I can't go anywhere exercising without my comfy trainers, iPod and my bottle of water.  Listening to music was my friend's idea - I can't believe I didn't think of this GENIUS idea in the beginning. When I listen to music the time flies by so quick.


Be comfortable - the key thing is to feel this.

If you can't do 60 minutes of exercise, don't worry! You will get there, I believe in you. Just keep trying and never give up. Remember to keep yourself hydrated with plenty of water.


Comment below and tell me if you have tried or you have issues with exercising, I'll get back at you asap!


Good Luck Fellow Friends. [; 


Super Sophia x

Sleep: The Missing Link.

Hello Guys, Super Sophia is back! =D
With more and better advice for YOU.

Not just exercising and eating balanced is the way to a healthy lifestyle - even though they are a great way!

Sleep - It's guaranteed to
make you more jolly! :D

The missing link is sleeping. The recommended amount of sleep we should get is a minimum 8 hours.
Getting sleep plays a huge role in your moods. Think about it - about when you didn't get enough sleep, was you moody or not yourself? Don't worry because that is typical of the lack of sleep. Back in the day when I went school people kept thinking I was crying because my eyes were full of tears as I was exhausted. My teachers saw me as a 'sleepyhead' as I couldn't keep my head off the table. /:

If you have a good night sleep, our clever brain produces chemical reacions that help the immune system to fight off the bad bacteria and other harmful elements. Days to weeks, when sleep is back on track the body fights off sickness that is building up much, much better! On the other hand, if you suffer from sleeping problems you're at risk falling ill due to weak immune system.
Lacking sleep also means weight gain. Don't let this happen to you!
When I was your age I loved sleeping but not going to bed early. This will affect you later on, so make a change now!


Having trouble sleeping? /:
Here's some facts and advice on how to get a good night sleep.

-It's only natural. Most of us have a natural dip in alertness between 2 - 4pm, so don't worry if you think you didn't get enough of sleep. Have a 15-20 min nap - avoid sleeping longer, it'll make you feel worse when you wake up.
-Set a regular bedtime and wake up time. Resist the urge to sleep in longer than normal; getting up on schedule keeps your body in its normal wake-up routine
-Avoid caffeine. Caffeine is a stimulant which can make you stay up for hours and hours!! So avoid sources of caffeine such as coffee, chocolate, fizzy drinks and non-herbal tea.
-Watch what you eat. If you get the munchies close to bedtime, eat something that triggers the hormone seronin, which makes you sleepy. Carbohydrates such as bread or cereal will do the trick. 
-Consult a doctor. Only do this if you can't sleep night after night, it could normally be treated quickly and effectively.


Quick Facts About Benefits of Sleep

-Naps Make You Smarter
-Sleep Helps the Body Make Repairs
-Sleep May Reduce Your Risk for Depression
-Sleep Makes You More Alert
-Sleep May Prevent Cancer

A Little Reminder...

Remember being healthy means having a happy, healthy MOOD and appearence. Make sure you put yourself first and put in a sleeping schedule. Sleeping little can mean big, black and puffy circles.
Sleeping pills will not help progression of sleep quality in fact it will give you the opposite effect and worsen the situation. Avoid them at all costs. It will only temporily fix your sleeping pattern instead of improving.

If a happy healthy lifestyle is your goal that you want to accomplish. Make sure sleeping is on your list.

Stay in tune for more coming...

Super Sophia is going to take a nap now.
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