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How To Keep Your Mind Sharp

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It is important for everyone to keep their mind as sharp as possible throughout life. After all, as long as you are able to use your mind properly, you are going to find pretty much everything in life a lot easier to manage and deal with, and this is going to make a huge difference in the long run. Keeping your mind sharp is easier than you might think, moreover, and as long as you follow some basic tips you should be able to do it pretty easily. Let’s take a look at how you might be able to do this.

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Keep Learning

One of the most important things you can do here is to keep on learning as much as possible. As long as you are always learning new things, your brain is being given a chance to work out more and more things, and that is essentially going to keep it active as you get older. It doesn’t even matter what you are learning, but what’s much more important is variety. As long as you are learning a good variety of things, you’ll find that your mind keeps sharp for much longer throughout life – and you’ll also retain your enjoyment of life.

Exercise

Believe it or not, one of the most effective ways to keep your mind sharp is to ensure you are getting plenty of exercise. What kind of exercise you do doesn’t really matter – what’s important is that you are getting a lot of it, ideally around four or five lengthy sessions a week. If you can do that, your brain is going to be in a much better state, having more access to oxygen when it needs it, and you’ll be able to ensure that you can keep on thinking clearly no matter how old you get.

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Do Puzzles

Puzzles are a fantastic way to exercise the mind, and if you were wondering whether or not this kind of ‘brain training’ really works, the answer is yes – it does. Those who carry out puzzles on a regular basis just tend to have a much better ability to retain their logic abilities, and this is one of the most important functions of your mind. So if you have been wondering whether to take out any crosswords subscriptions, perhaps you should do so as soon as possible. It could save your mind in the long run.

Believe In Your Mind

There is plenty of evidence to suggest that what you believe about your mind tends to become the truth. In other words, if you are strong of the opinion that you will lose your memory as you get older, then that’s probably what will happen. But people who believe their minds will stay strong as they get older, tend to find that this happens for them. So one of the most important things you can do for your mind is to believe in it, especially as you get older. This will really help in big ways!

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Not Sleeping? Here Are 3 Common Causes Of Sleep Troubles

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It is estimated that between 50 and 70 million US adults experience sleep troubles. If you have difficulty sleeping, it can impact your physical and mental wellbeing. In this guide, we’ll discuss some common causes of sleep disorders and offer tips to help you put a stop to sleepless nights.

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Stress and anxiety

Most of us are familiar with the scenario of getting into bed and feeling like our minds are whizzing around at a hundred miles per hour. If you’ve got a lot on at work, you’re having problems in your relationship, or you’re worried about money, for example, it can be tough to switch off. If you’re stressed out or you feel anxious, it’s essential to try and unwind and relax before you go to bed. Take time out in the evenings and spend your time doing something that helps you to feel calm. From writing and reading to painting, enjoying a bath, or listening to music, it’s incredibly beneficial to try to lower your heart rate and induce serenity before climbing under the covers. Avoid triggers like scrolling through social feeds and checking work emails, eating late, or drinking caffeinated drinks late at night. 

If you’re prone to stress or anxiety, it’s helpful to embrace an active lifestyle. Regular exercise is a natural stress-buster and it can lift your mood and help to clear your mind. It also tires the body out, which makes it easier to sleep. You could also consider using sleep remedy supplements to help you feel calmer before you go to bed. It’s natural to experience stress and anxiety, but if you have severe or persistent symptoms, seek medical advice. There are self-help techniques you can try to improve sleep quality and reduce stress, and there is also help and support available. 

Your sleeping environment

Do you often find that you can’t sleep because you’re tossing and turning, it’s noisy, you’re too hot or light is streaming through the curtains? Your sleeping environment has a major bearing on the quality of your sleep. Try to block out light and noise, use soft lighting and soothing colors and invest in a good quality mattress and comfortable pillows. It is particularly important to make sure that your bed provides support and comfort if you have chronic pain. 

Lack of routine

One of the most common causes of sleep troubles is a lack of routine. We have internal body clocks and our bodies go through processes during the daytime and nighttime. If you don’t have a routine, you may find it hard to get to sleep even if you feel exhausted. Try to make sure that you go to bed and get up at the same time every day and use your evenings to relax and prepare your body for sleep. If you’re going to bed at 11:00 pm one day and you’re watching TV until 2:00 am the next, your body clock will be out of kilter. 

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Do you struggle to get to sleep at night or do you often find yourself watching the clock in the early hours of the morning? If sleepless nights are getting you down, it’s beneficial to try to identify possible causes and take action. Make sure your bedroom is cool, calming, and peaceful, get into a routine, and try to manage and prevent stress and anxiety. 

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Money Tips For When You Suffer From A Medical Emergency

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Medical emergencies can happen in the blink of an eye when you least expect them. The very nature of an emergency means you don’t have time to prepare for it. Ending up in the hospital with a broken leg is not the same as booking yourself in for hip surgery. One is carefully planned, giving you time to sort out your finances, while the other hits you like a freight train. 

Aside from the devastating health problems caused by this emergency, your finances will take a big hit. You might not be prepared to pay for your medical bills, leaving you in a tricky situation. Today, you will find a few tips that might help you deal with the financial side of medical emergencies. 

Create an emergency fund

We’ll start with this tip, though it is something you should do beforehand. Obviously, you can’t predict when a medical emergency will happen. However, you can put yourself in a better financial position to deal with one. An emergency fund is exactly what it sounds like: a fund for emergencies, like a medical one. In essence, you set aside some money every month into this fund, only touching it when emergencies happen. 

Granted, you might end up using the money for a different emergency before your medical one. But, if you have enough saved up, you might still be able to use some of the remaining funds to help you out. Either way, having this fund is better than not having it as you take some stress off your personal finances. 

Get medical insurance

Again, this is something you ideally should have set up ages ago. If you don’t already have medical insurance, get it right away. It will greatly reduce the costs of medical treatments, meaning you don’t have to pay for as much out of your own bank account. 

Of course, there are limitations on what is covered under your insurance. In some instances, the medical treatments you need might not be covered – or they may only be partially covered. Either way, always check with your insurance provider to be sure that you don’t miss out on some financial assistance. 

Check your employee benefits

Do you work for a company? If so, you should have an employee benefits package of some sort. This can differ from company to company, but there could be something in there that gives you medical insurance or might offer financial assistance if you have been involved in an accident. Again, it does depend on the company – yours might not provide you with anything of the sort. 

Still, wellness programs and healthcare insurance are two highly sought-after benefits for employees. So, a lot of companies are adding in policies to help their employees afford medical care. Make sure that you check with HR to see if there is anything that can assist you in this situation. Who knows, even if there isn’t anything in your benefits package, the company might still help you. It’s a long shot, but they could provide you with financial assistance in order to help you recover faster and get back to work. 

Get legal help

Last but not least, go down the legal route. If you don’t have insurance – or even if you do – you should seek out a personal injury attorney. This only makes sense if you have been injured in an accident, which is where a lot of medical emergencies come from. Here, your attorney can look at your case and decide if you can sue someone for compensation. If someone else was at fault for your injuries, the chances are you can most certainly file a case to get enough compensation to cover your medical bills and then some. 

Moreover, it’s worth speaking to a lawyer if your medical emergency wasn’t due to an accident. A random medical issue could actually still warrant legal action. Especially if you went to the doctor about a problem, and they waved you away saying it was nothing. Then, a few days later, you suffer from a big health issue. A medical malpractice lawyer could argue that your doctor should’ve prevented this if they gave you a proper diagnosis. Regardless, it’s worth going down the legal route to see if you have a chance of gaining compensation. 

Try these tips if you want to make medical emergencies less of a financial burden. They will always come as a shock, but perhaps now they won’t damage your financial situation as badly as you expect. 

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3 Ways To Ensure Your Kids Eat Healthier

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Green is mean!

That might be your child’s attitude when you serve any green vegetable to them. Of course, they might also be averse to any other color vegetable and anything else that is considered healthy. 

No matter your attempts to advocate the need to eat healthier, your words might fall by the wayside if your kids are reluctant to touch anything that is good for them.

It can be frustrating, as you will know yourself if your child is a picky eater.

So, what can you do to ensure your kids eat healthier?

Well, here are some ideas we hope you find useful!

1: Make healthy food more enjoyable

As we discussed in an earlier article, it is possible to make healthy food more enjoyable to eat. 

You could sprinkle a little bit of seasoning on your children’s food as it might make the taste more palatable. 

You could smother their veggies in their favorite sauces too as they might be more willing to have a go at eating what’s in front of them. 

If you have a blender, you could make soups and fruit smoothies, as your kids might enjoy these if they don’t like eating certain foods whole. 

And as most children enjoy eating pizza, you could add healthy toppings when you’re creating them. 

These are just a few ideas but be creative, and look for more inspiration online if you need to. 

2: Stop ordering unhealthy takeout

Getting takeout is a real treat for families everywhere. Kids love them because the food is usually pretty tasty. And parents love them because they don’t have to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. 

But here’s the thing about takeout. It’s rarely very healthy. While it can be considered fine as the occasional treat, it doesn’t do much for anybody’s health if eaten regularly. 

So, here’s what you could do. Firstly, look online for healthy takeaway restaurants in your area. There are bound to be a few, so choose those that serve foods your family is likely to eat. 

Secondly, replace a normal takeout with a meal kit subscription service. Services, such as Hello Fresh, will deliver what you need to your door, and you need only to spend a short amount of time getting everything ready for your meal. Check out their healthy meal kits online or try a Hello Fresh alternative if your family would prefer something different. 

3: Get the kids involved

Would your kids eat healthier if they have a hand in preparing your family meals? Maybe! It’s worth a try. 

They could prepare the toppings needed for a healthy pizza, or they could make these fun and healthy snacks. Look online for other ideas and get busy with your kids in the kitchen. 

Of course, meal prep starts before they get on their aprons. If you have a garden or any type of outside space, your kids could grow their own vegetables. Not only will this get them outdoors and away from their screens for a while, but they might be more likely to eat the foods that they have grown.

Getting children to eat healthier can be a battle. However, we hope these tips were useful for you so give them a go if you’re currently at war with your kids at mealtimes. If you have any further ideas, please comment below!

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How to Help Seniors Live Their Best Lives

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No one wants to get old, but it’s usually better than the alternative! Being aware of your physical and mental strength throughout your life can keep you fitter and independent longer into old age. However, many people need extra support eventually. Helping senior members of your family find the right place to live in their later years is one of the most important responsibilities that you can shoulder. So what should you look for when you need great senior care?

People age physically at different rates; some people still ride around on bicycles in their 90s while others start to need extra support decades earlier. If your senior relative is still living in their own home, they will probably want to stay there for as long as possible. However, they may begin to have problems driving or carrying heavy shopping that start to affect their quality of life. Cleaning and maintaining their property may be too difficult for them. If another member of the family lives nearby, they could pick up some of these chores and help out. Alternatively, could your relative employ someone to clean their home regularly, and maybe pay a local tradesperson to do those pesky maintenance and gardening jobs for them? There are plenty of agencies around who will come into the home to help with cooking meals and personal care like hair washing. A  few interventions like this with trustworthy helpers could allow your relative to maintain their independence in their own home for a few more years.

If this level of assistance is no longer sufficient, then you and your senior relative may start looking around for a place in a senior living community. Although not suitable for people with a high level of disability or requirement for serious nursing care,  senior living communities offer gated care and onsite recreational and healthcare facilities. Residents feel more secure and are free from worries about getting to appointments, maintaining their property, finding their way to meet friends, etc. Everything is onsite, and there will be lots of people of a similar age and interests for companionship. Loneliness and isolation will not be a problem! Maintaining social contacts is critical in later life as the stimulation helps to preserve the mental faculties. A senior living community could provide your relative with excellent quality of life for many years.

If your relative begins to need more nursing care, then an assisted living facility with 24-hour nursing may be the best place for them to be. This supervised environment is also more appropriate for seniors who have dementia or Alzheimers than other types of living environments. It would be best if you look around as many facilities as possible.  Assisted living is an expensive option, and you have to make the very best choice for your senior person. However, the most costly place is not necessarily the best. Excellent nursing care is non-negotiable, but kindness and good humor,  attention to individual residents’ requirements,  good food, and enrichment activities are also essential.

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How to Significantly Improve Your Sleep

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There are many elements that contribute to a good life, that much is clear. Having friends, eating well, exercising: all important. One of the most overlooked aspects of being at your best is making sure that you’re well-rested. There’s a big difference between having a solid night of rest under your belt and barely sleeping. Of course, there’ll be some nights when you just have to accept that you’re going to toss and turn all night. But there are things you can do to improve things. In this blog, we’ll look at some ways that you can significantly improve your sleep.

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Handle Any Issues

If you’re a light sleeper, then it won’t take much to wake you up. It could be that things are too noisy, too bright, or too hot/cold. These things are annoying, but they’re not things you have to live with. We have the tools to combat them! If it’s too noisy, then invest in some good earplugs. If it’s too bright, then blackout curtains will do the trick. Too hot/too cold? There are obvious solutions. The goal is to create a space that’s suitable for a night of rest.

No Tech

Technology has done a lot of good for the world. But there are some aspects of life that it has not been good for. For example, sleep. If you’re staring at your screen right up until the point when you want to sleep, then of course, you’ll find it more difficult. Those screens keep your brain in a state of alertness, which is the opposite of what it needs to fall asleep. Again, there’s a simple solution for this. Just put down your device! For at least an hour before you want to sleep. Instead, just read, listen to music, and relax. It’ll help.

Run it Out 

You might find it difficult to sleep through the night if you’re not as tired as you could be. Running or doing other exercises can do a lot of good, including giving you more energy throughout the day. It’ll also make it much easier to fall asleep at night, since your body will be worn out. It’s no exaggeration to say that running can give you oh so much, and all it costs you is the price of running shoes and some time.

Calm the Body and Mind

You can’t fall asleep if your body and mind are whirring. Before you sleep, look at calming them down. CBD Products, yoga, and meditation can all help to put you into a relaxed state. There are days that take their toll on your body and mind. These are the things that’ll calm you down.

Make it Consistent

Consistency is the key to sleep success. Going to bed at the same time and getting up at the same time will help you to establish a sleep routine that works for you. It takes a little getting used to, but it’s an investment in your future sleeping habits. Worth it! 

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Bone Health Basics For People Who Want To Be Fit As A Fiddle In Their 80s

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If you want to keep your bones healthy and strong for the rest of your life, copying what everyone else is doing isn’t going to work. Most people’s bones start to fail them well before they hit their eightieth birthday. And it’s a shame. 

Most people don’t know this, but bones aren’t just white lumps of dead calcium that sit underneath all the living tissues in your body. Instead, they’re living, breathing material, just like everything else. If you cut your bones, you feel pain and they bleed like everything else. 

But how on Earth are you supposed to look after the darn things? Nobody ever talks about it (except telling you to drink milk, of course). 

Eat Plenty Of Vegetables

Studies suggest that eating plenty of vegetables might be one of the best ways to maintain your bone health. Veggies have the ability to increase bone mineralization which is a measure of bone mass. The more bone mass than you have, the less likely you are to break them in a fall. 

Furthermore, veggies may also increase the strength of the lattice structure that makes up the bones. By adding extra voids, it may help to make it stronger. 

Do Strength Exercises

Putting bones under stress is a key way to keep them strong. The more pressure you put them under, the more the body will compensate and devote energy into building them up. 

Please note that you need to use weights primarily to build bone strength, especially in the upper body. Don’t rely on running along. 

Get Plenty Of Vitamin D

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Most people aren’t getting enough vitamin D. That’s because it is made primarily in the skin following exposure to sunlight. You can’t get much in your food.

You generally need around 20 minutes of sun exposure per day to get the minimum amount of vitamin D required to keep your bones strong. However, if you don’t usually get that, then take a supplement. 

Watch Your Hormone Levels

Hormone levels chop and change as you get older. Unfortunately, in some people, testosterone levels can fall too low, which puts bones at risk of fracture. 

Treatments such as testosterone replacement therapy can help to prevent this. You can also try other things such as eating a better diet and getting more physical activity. Both of these can raise testosterone substantially. 

Don’t Eat Ultra-Low Calorie Diets For Long

Research suggests that people getting fewer than 1,000 calories per day for a sustained period have lower bone density than their age-matched peers, suggesting that calorie intake plays a role in bone mineralization. 

Ideally, you should be getting at least 1,200 calories per day according to doctors, and preferably more. 

Take Collagen

Lastly, you might want to try taking collagen – the stretchy compound famous for plumping skin. Evidence suggests that collagen plays an essential role in bone health too, helping to make them more flexible in the event of a fall. It may also help to relieve joint pain which is great for anyone currently living with arthritis.  

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3 Things to Know About Going Cold Turkey

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You’ve probably heard the term, ‘going cold turkey.’ But, do you know what it means? It’s quite normal to think that it means to drop something completely and suddenly. In a way, it does mean that, but it’s generally more specific. Going cold turkey is both a physical and mental adjustment to your behavior. This takes courage, commitment, and knowledge on how to do it properly. Some people think it doesn’t work that you have to slowly get off something. You can’t just suddenly stop smoking 40 cigarettes a day, you have to go to 30, then 20, and so on. Whereas others say, if done correctly, anyone can go cold turkey successfully. Let’s explore the various methods.

It Can Be Harmful

For various conditions, you can’t just suddenly go cold turkey. For example, if you are addicted to alcohol, going cold turkey can be extremely painful and dangerous. It can be harmful to your body because your body has gotten so used to using alcohol as its main source of energy. Your body has had to shift its entire system to do this and if you suddenly stop, it can put you into shock. So, instead, you should use an alcohol detox service that slowly but surely rids your body of its dependency on alcohol. It will be done safely and with professional help. Not to mention, you will also have access to mental health support. There is a timeline of withdrawal that you should learn more about to help you identify the symptoms you may be experiencing.

Is It Mental?

Sometimes, you have to go cold turkey to realize that some of the issues are actually related to your mentality or mental health. If you’re a stress eater, you’ll notice that if you find some other way to cope with the stress, that food isn’t the problem itself. It’s your brain’s view of food that causes food addiction and possibly eating disorders. You may think that food is comforting because it makes you feel good. Harmful fatty, sugary and salty foods are the main types which we turn to. These may be things like french fries, burgers, pizza, and candy (the yummy foods, am I right?).

However, if you were to replace this food with healthy foods that you can eat readily, you may find that you turn a corner. You could try avocado dip, and replace the bread or chips you eat with some kind of bread replacement, like a carb-free cracker. 

Why Does It Work?

Sometimes, going cold turkey works because your body might just be ready for a change. If you drink a lot of soda, your body is constantly trying to balance the sugar levels. Going cold turkey by not drinking any soda at all will allow your body to balance itself again. This is something that also makes you feel good. If it makes you feel good then you know that the change you have made is the right one. You won’t have headaches, you won’t be fidgeting, and you can feel like you don’t need to rely on it.

Going cold turkey can sometimes work, but it might be dangerous for the wrong kind of issue. If you feel like you want to make a change, this is just one technique you can try.

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5 Ways To Create Healthier Habits

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Looking after your body and mind is incredibly important. When you practice self-care you’ll notice a huge difference to your mental wellbeing. To help you create healthier habits today, take on board these five pointers.

1. Identify your bad habits

If you want to create healthier habits first you have to identify which of your habits are unhealthy. Perhaps you smoke, or enjoy one or two many glasses of wine sometimes? Maybe you eat too much fast food, or stay up too late? You might not exercise enough, or perhaps you spend too much time on your iphone? Whatever your bad habits are, be honest with yourself, right them down, and take ownership.

2. Set goals to improve

Once you’ve identified your bad habits, it’s time to set goals to improve. Ensure that your goals are unmanageable and realistic. Setting goals that you can’t achieve will only serve to de-motivate you. Here are a few example goals to get you started:

  • I’m going to drink three glasses of wine max, on a Friday or Saturday
  • I’m going to gradually reduce the number of cigarettes I smoke, then switch to vaping, then eventually quit.
  • I will go to the gym at least twice a week.
  • I will eat healthy foods 5 days a week, (with 2 days for some moderate treats/ unhealthy food).

Please note, there’s a difference between drinking voluntarily and addiction. If you are experiencing alcohol addiction, you may need to attend a residential inpatient alcohol and drug rehab.

3. Use a habit tracker

To help you build healthy habits there are several habit tracking tools that you can use. Here are a few great options to try:

Habit Tracker: This app can help you to create good habits, and reach your goals. You can make charts, create notes, and monitor progress over time. You can set reminders, write a habit diary, and assess your results. The app also includes plenty of suggestions for healthy habits.

Momentum Habit Tracker: Using this app you create healthy habit goals, and improve your will power. Whether you want to eat better, de-stress, meditate, or improve your fitness, this is a great tool.

5. Use positive affirmations 

Positive affirmations are simply positive phrases and statements. They can help you to set intentions, and challenge the negative thoughts in your mind. Positive affirmations can take many different forms, here are a few examples from Healing Brave:

  • ‘I am worthy of good health.’
  • ‘I create good health by talking and thinking about my wellness.’
  • ‘I focus on positive progress.’

6. Reduce the stress 

Stress can leave us prone to unhealthy habits, when you feel stressed it’s important that you have strategies to help you. Yoga is a great way to reduce stress, and mediation is also incredibly beneficial. There are many herbal supplements that can help to reduce stress including ashwagandha, valerian, and passionflower.

Creating healthy habits can take a little time. Be patient with yourself and don’t be afraid to try new things.

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6 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Drink and Drive, EVER

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I’m going to preface this post by telling you that in 2018, I watched an innocent man die in the middle of the road, alone, after his car was hit by a drunk 23-year-old driving 100 mph. His wife died instantly in the crash; her body had to be carried out of the car in a sheet. It was the most horrific thing I’ve ever witnessed. NEVER DRINK & DRIVE.


There is nothing complicated about understanding the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol. Nevertheless, some people continue to drive around while intoxicated. According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 9,967 people died due to drunk driving in 2014 alone.

While you may not resist the temptation to follow the crowd, it is good always to remember the consequences and stay on track. While most people reason they could just hire a drunk driving lawyer and walk away scot-free, this doesn’t solve the problem at hand. In case you ever want to get behind your wheel and drive instead of calling a cab, here are some compelling reasons to always shake you right back to reality.

1. You Could Serve Jail Time

No one is ever thrilled with the prospect of going to jail because of all the horrible tales they have heard. But if caught drunk driving, this is one of the things that could happen to you if you are lucky enough not to end up dead.

And if you are thinking about just a night or two for causing property damage with your car or knocking off someone, brace yourself as you could be looking at very long, painful years in that cage.

2. Your Insurance Premiums Could Go Up

Before you get behind your wheel drunk, just remember that your insurance premiums will be affected if you get caught. How so? Insurance premiums, to some extent, are based upon the driver’s risk. Therefore, drivers at a higher risk of getting involved in accidents should pay higher premiums.

A DUI conviction automatically places you under the “high risk” category, and resultantly, your premiums will spiral.

3. You Risk Losing Your Job and Professional License

In most professions, being convicted of drunk driving is enough to cause termination of your employment and seizure of your professional license. The chances of this happening are even higher if you hold a position of prestige or esteem or are an employee of the state or municipal government.

The professionals whose jobs could be in jeopardy if caught drinking include nurses, doctors, teachers, lawyers, and police officers, among others.

4. You Could Kill Someone!

Perhaps the biggest reason why many people are rallying behind campaigns that advocate for sober driving is the fact that drinking increases your chances of causing accidents. In the process, you could cause injuries to yourself and other innocent road users. In severe cases, YOU COULD KILL SOMEONE. Imagine the number of lives you could be saving if you would choose to let that sober friend drive you home after a night of drinking.

There are SO MANY other methods of getting home (Uber, Lyft, public transportation); you should NEVER drive while intoxicated. Ever. There is no excuse.

5. You Will Have a Criminal Record

If you get caught by the authorities, your criminal record will display your charges. This way, future employees and any other person that wishes to do a criminal background check on you will always unearth this information. It will cost you a lot to fight criminal charges, and likewise, there will be a limit to your future opportunities. If you have addiction problems, you can always seek help.

6. You’re A Bad Example

By driving while intoxicated, what message will you be passing to your friends and family, especially those that look up to you? Of course, you’ll be telling them that whatever you’re doing is okay. But, unfortunately, they will find themselves in similar situations in the future that could result in dire consequences.

To sum it up, media houses and healthcare facilities have done their best to educate you on the dangers of drunk driving. Therefore, it shouldn’t take much for you to clearly understand how driving while intoxicated could have devastating ramifications. If you already do it, STOP. If you haven’t, don’t ever do it in the future!

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