Globe Prepaid treat SuperFree Weekends

Web addicts and textaholics have reason to rejoice with the newest offer from Globe Prepaid, an awesome new treat called SuperFree Weekends. Now you have something to look forward to every week: 200 free texts to all networks plus an entire hour of web browsing on your Globe phone, which you can use on Saturday and Sunday. To get the goodies, all you need to do is keep loading from Monday till Friday, and if you reach P 199 load, you’re all set to get your weekend treat. Your free texts and internet are sure to keep you busy till the very last minute of Sunday night.

If you are a Globe Prepaid or Tattoo mobile user, you can get a SuperFree Weekend from January 17 till February 16, 2011, as long as you keep loading during the week. Once you reach P 199 load on Friday, just text SUPERFREE to 8888 on Saturday to get your SuperFree Weekend. There’s no registration required and you can load any value you want, from virtually any Globe reloading channel.

Globe Prepaid Head Cathy Santamaria says, “We’re introducing SuperFree Weekends because our prepaid customers have told us that treats like this are just what they want. They love to get great freebies when they reload, so we’re here to tell them na super pwede yan! Globe Prepaid will make it possible just for you.”

Santamaria adds, “With SuperFree Weekends from Globe Prepaid, you can get the best value for your reloads. And with the free texts to all networks, you will never miss out on the fun. Pasok ka sa lahat, so you can stop worrying and start living in the moment.”

SuperFree Weekends is a great addition to the other best-value offers from Globe Prepaid, like the all-day all-network bonanza SuperAll Text 20, the anytime-you-need-it SuperUnli for Globe and TM, and the text-till-you-drop Super PowerSurf. Globe Prepaid SIM packs also come pre-loaded with 35 texts to all networks, plus one-day freebies like 200 texts to all networks and free unlimited social networking for a whole day. With the coolest choices and the fewest restrictions, you call the shots and get more bang for your buck only with Globe Prepaid. So even if you thought your Saturdays and Sundays couldn’t get any better, Globe Prepaid will show you how it’s done. Your SuperFree Weekends will become the best part of your week.

Mayweather Fear Pacquiao - Bradley

After his 10-round technical decision over former world champion junior welterweight Devon Alexander, asked by the media with WBO / WBC junior welterweight champion Tim Bradley in its opinion why Floyd Mayweather fight Manny Pacquiao. Bradley answered, I think she was uncertain and afraid to fight Mayweather and Pacquiao would not lose its taste so mad that only its long-insult and speakings in Filipino.

"I think Floyd beats Pacquiao easy. I do not know what he is scared of. "Ani Bradley.

Target promoter Bradley now that Mayweather's next fight this.

Bradley earned the victory for the world junior welterweight Alexander unification bout them yesterday after referee stopped the bout in the 10th round due to accidental head butt, which Alexander said that she could not proceed because one of his prison blind eye occurred because the untugan their heads. Score cards, the unanimous decision of three judges was Bradley won the fight.

Lighting Tips for a Cozy Bedroom

Your bedroom should have ample light source coupled with the right choice of lighting. Your choice of bedroom lighting depends greatly on your needs and regular activities. Proper lighting provides a great place for relaxation and rest. Here are some tips on lighting to give you a comfortable bedroom. our bedroom lighting should be able to provide enough light source for general activities and other specific tasks such as reading and doing some crafts such as sewing. Lights with dimmer controls are highly useful since they provide some variety in the amount of light they provide. Here are some ways of combining the use of lighting in your bedroom:

* a bedside fixture such as a swing-arm lamp can be used to brighten your bedtime tasks. If you wish to illuminate your room with too bright lights, you can add some soft light sources like candles or a fireplace maybe.

* if you want your bed to be the focus of your room, you can use a recessed lighting near or over the head portion of the bed to create some dramatic effect.

* if you are an active individual and would want your room to be flooded with bright yet warm lights, you can use a combination of overhead and uplight fixtures.

Emphasize the attractive spots in your room

To emphasize the beautiful decors and attractive art works on your walls, you can use some lights to specifically highlight them. Moreover, make sure that your dresser should not have distracting shadows around it. You can do this by using some side lights or a head light.

Get to know the different lighting types

Basically, there are four types of lighting. They are as follows:

* ambient lighting – this light is the most practical type of lighting that imitates a natural light. This lighting envelopes the whole room space uniformly. Its light comes from an overhead and central fixture.

* task lighting – this is intended to brighten a particular task or area. Generally, it should have the capacity to provide sufficient lighting that focuses on one spot only.

* accent lighting – is also called point-source lighting. Its purpose is to provide strong light to a particular focal point. This lighting is utilized in illuminating a vase or a wall art in your room.

* kinetic lighting – this is a type of light that is designed to be in motion such as flickering and dancing. This is intended to create some dramatic effects. You can have mirror balls, candlelights, and lava lamps.

Ensure a correct placement of tasks lighting

Proper placement of your tasks lighting should be carefully considered. You should be mindful that every specific task light has its equivalent placement measurement which you should follow.

* your dressing table should have two lights that are 36 inches away from each other. And, the height of the lights from the base of the table should be about 15 inches.

* if your dressing table reaches your waist, make sure that your lighting’s height is about 22 inches from the top of the dresser.

* if you go for some lamps for bedside reading, just see to it that the bottom part of your light is about 20 inches above the level of the bed.

* a desk lamp should be 15 inches from the desk surface regardless of whether it is mounted on a wall or not.

Ways to Stop Children Behavior Problems

Misbehavior among children is a common dilemma faced by parents. Children’s behavior problems are caused by various reasons and could worsen if not dealt with early. The good thing is that there are several solutions available to help you remedy your child’s behavior problems. Sending children to boys homes for the summer or seeking professional help may be a good idea. There are also more personal approaches which are just as effective because, after all, you know your children better than anyone else and can best reach out to them. Here are some practical ways to stop behavior problems:

Show concern for your child’s schooling

The time your child spends in school is crucial for his development. It is important that you show your child that you value his schooling. You can participate in volunteer activities or work part time in your child’s school so you can see firsthand what happens there, how your child behaves, the teachers’ morale and other important details that will help you determine the possible causes of your child’s problems. If you cannot spare this much time, you can still make sure that you attend every Home and School meeting, participate in family activities and attend conferences that require parent’s attendance. Your participation will not only make your children feel that you are concerned about them, but will also let their teachers know that you are involved as a parent. They will be more responsive and helpful when you ask them for help concerning your child.

Establish good levels of communication with your child

Communication is basic in every relationship, but most people take it for granted. Communicating with your child does not only mean listening to the good things they have to tell you. Make it a point to regularly ask them how they are and actually listen to what they have to say. When you talk with your child make them feel that you are really interested and concerned. Listen to the details and don’t be overly judgmental. If they tell you any problems that they are going through, ask them how they feel and offer your advice. What your child tells you can help you picture what he or she is really going through and will help you decide how to respond to your child’s misbehavior.

Be a good example to your children

If your child has problems with authority or following rules, it might be difficult for them to listen to your chastisement if you yourself don’t have respect for authority. It may sound cliche to say “be a good example,” but whether you like it or not, your children will always have the tendency to absorb your behaviors, habits and mannerisms, both good and bad. If you want them to listen to you, practice what you preach.

You are personally responsible for your children, so whether you choose to deal with their behavior problems personally or ask for professional help, you should be involved and show concern all the way through.

How to Diagnose Lower Back Pain

Low back pain is brought about by many possible causes. Its treatment usually involves the following: medications; hot and cold packs;, enough rest; and, sufficient exercise. In order to fully treat a persistent and chronic back pain, it is also important that you know how this type of pain is diagnosed. The following diagnostic methods are employed to be able to identify the possible causes of a lower back pain: x-ray, discography, computerized tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, electrodiagnostic procedure, bone scan, thermography, and ultrasound imaging.

A comprehensive medical history and physical examination would aid in finding out the current health condition of an individual who is suffering from a persistent lower back pain. Let’s find out below how this physical condition is being diagnosed and treated.

Primarily, a patient submits for a physical checkup and other examinations to fully diagnose a lower back pain condition. The patient is asked to describe the extent of the pain including the duration of which the symptoms occur. Discussing any previous health condition that may have a connection with the pain is also necessary. Several diagnostic methods are utilized in order to give the best lower back pain treatment.

• x-ray – this is an imaging method that assists in figuring out the site of the pain as well as its cause.
• discography – this is done by injecting a contrast dye into the spinal disc. The spinal disc that might be the cause for the lower back pain.
• computerized tomography – is also called CT for short. This test is done when a disc rupture is suspected to be the cause for low back pain. This is a painless method and is a very quick process to undergo.
• magnetic resonance imaging – an MRI is utilized in evaluating the lumbar region.
• electrodiagnostic procedure – this procedure involves the following: EMG or electromyography, EP evoked potential studies, and a study on the nerve conduction.
• bone scan – it is used for the diagnosis as well as for the proper monitoring of any possible infection, disorder or fracture in the bones.
• thermography – an infrared sensing device is used to come up with a measurement for any change in temperatures.
• ultrasound imaging – this is used to acquire images in the body. This is done with the use of high frequency sound.

It is recommended that you take some rest for one to two days. Any activity should be resumed right after your rest. This helps in the speedy recovery of low back pains. Walking, stretching, yoga and swimming are some forms of exercise you can perform.

How to Prepare Your Child for a Dental Visit

Visiting the dentist for the first time can be a scary experience for children. To help ease anxiety, you can help your child prepare for a dental visit by: brushing teeth regularly, checking your child’s mouth daily, reading books about dental care to your child, being patient and reassuring with your child, talking with your children about what to expect at dental check-ups, deciding whether or not to see a pediatric dentist, calling the dentist in advance to have your questions answered, visiting the dentist’s office before the appointment, preparing your kids for short dental visits, asking your dentist to tell your children what to expect at future visits, informing your child of possible treatments. Good dental habits are formed by creating a favorable dental experience for your child. You can do this by preparing your child for a dental visit. Here are helpful ways to get your children ready for a dental visit:

1. Regularly brush your child’s teeth - Get you child used to dental care by regularly brushing his teeth. Using of soft bristled brushed can remove plaque while stimulating your child’s gums. Use a mild toothpaste that is specifically formulated for young children.
2. Check your child’s mouth daily - Take time daily to check the inside of your child’s mouth. Talk to him about his teeth and count them. Make it a fun experience for him. Use a mirror to show him his teeth after a cleaning so he can appreciate how sparkling white they are.
3. Be patient and reassure your child - Should your child show any anxiety or fear over dental check-ups, offer him some reassurance. Remain patient with him. Remember to make this an enjoyable experience for everyone. Holding your child on your lap during the visit might help too.
4. Talk to your children about dental check-ups - It is important to discuss possible treatments your children might have. They need to know what to expect. To maintain proper dental health, schedule routine check-up every six months.
5. Call the dentist before scheduling your first appointment - As soon as you have chosen your child’s dentist, call and ask questions about the practice and the dentist’s style. Ask for a rundown of what your child can expect during the visit. Don’t make your dental visit experiences a basis for what will happen during your kid’s dental check-up.
6. Visit the dentist’s office before the first dental appointment - Ask the dental staff to schedule you for a tour, preferably a week before your child’s scheduled dental check-up. This will make you both feel more comfortable with the new environment.
7. Prepare your child for a short visit to the dentist - Try not to over-emphasize your child’s upcoming dental visit. It will just prolong anxiety for everyone. Gently remind your child the day before and the very day of his visit. This first visit will be short. Proper dental care and the overall condition of your kid’s teeth are the primary things to be discussed.
8. Discuss possible future treatments your child may need - It is important to be honest with your child about other possible treatments. A simple cleaning and regular dental exams are not involve pain and are easy to discuss with children. However, when there is a need for further treatments that imposes pain, make sure to honestly tell your child the realistic expectations involved.

How I got into the blogging craze

IT was not a couple of months ago that I got hooked into blogging. Before that, I found it absurd that people would post their thoughts and their daily activities for all the world to see. I found it even more absurd that peo ple would post on their blogs yet change the preferences to private so other pe ople will not read the entries. I thought, "Why create an online diary if you a re not going to make it public anyway?" So I shunned the idea of creating my own blog, even as my friends maintained ei ther a personal website or an account with a blog site. But everything changed two years ago. My friend sent me a link to her blog, and I decided to check it out. Within minutes, I found myself absorbed in reading her blog and was amused at how many people gave their inputs to her entries.

It was more like an onlin e community where you can share your thoughts with your friends and they get to share their points of view as well. It was then that I realized that blogs are more than just personal diaries wher e you write your daily activities. Rather, blogs are powerful tools for communi cating with others. Nowadays, people use their blogs to share their most intima te thoughts, such as political views, entertainment rants and raves, and cultur al views.

Blogs like that of Newsbreak and PCIJ are just some of the popular online journals that people regularly visit to read ab out political insights and editorials. That was when I decided to start my own blog. I created an account with Blogspot, one of the popu lar blog sites today. What got me hooked into Blogspot, or Bs, is that it al lows you to create and participate in an online community where you can connect with hundreds of people. Itâs also a plus that most of my friends have Bs accounts, making it easier for me to connect with them. Having an Bs account also l ets me get in touch with my friends because I can read their entries and share my comments. It also gives me the venue to create new relationships, like parti cipating in online communities and groups.

Ive been maintaining my blog for a while now. I've posted all kinds of entries, from my personal takes on political issues to seemingly mundane topics like love and friendship. Yet, I'm proud of my blog because I'm able to share my in sights and take part in that great world of discourse and gossip.

Be a catalyst, write blogs

THE proliferation of weblog tool and publishing platforms, such as Blogspot, Wordpress and its evolution to include multimedi a content such as art sketches, photographs, music and video drove a shift in p aradigm of publishing and sharing information. Everyone has power to become an author and publisher. In the corporate space, executives use blogs to deliver opinion on the industry and information on their products and offerings. Then thereâs the personal blo g. For most of us, the blog has become the extension of dairies, chronicling pe rsonal events and a sentimental log of personal statements on almost anything. For some, it becomes a therapy to deal with pain or loss. Still, others try to provide entertainment by dishing out entries of a fictional, intelligent house help. Sharing anecdotes, opinions or thoughts is inherent to us Filipinos. 

Given this and the blog, it is all but possible to turn the Filipino blogosphere as socia l catalyst for positive change. The act of blogging in itself is a form of stru ggle to express opinion. The written (or typed for online) word is mightier than the sword. T he word stares back at readers, compelling them to react and argue with the str ing of letters. And with the comments box even more accessible now than ever, o pinions are poured upon -- making a collective output from the thoughts of blog gers and readers. Blogs pave way for more open, wider discussion of critical to pics. Everyone has liberty to voice and fight for their ideas on an equal platf orm. Yes, it paves way for us to agree to disagree. Blog technology and good English are assets Filipinos can use to unite words in to stories and demand change. 

I believe it is high time most Filipino blogs mov e beyond being online diaries. Wear a different lens to discover blogging in a new perspective: a platform to contribute to positive change. Type a satire, a fictional story or a funny anecdote of social issues relevant to Filipinos. We have a thousand topics to write on news we see, hear or read. Awareness without action is not enough -- react, disagree and discuss the Filip ino social reality.

10 Ways to Spice up your PC

You already have your monitor, your CPU (the Central Processing Unit), your keyboard, mouse and printer. The recent Windows Microsoft’s OS (Operating System) is already installed, as well as other basic office programs. Your PC seems to be complete yet you find yourself bored with it. Here are 10 easy steps to liven up your PC:

1. Add other hardware and accessories.

High-performance speakers or headphones that give off quality sound from the mp3s and other sound files can be bought from almost any electronics or computer shops. While you’re at it, why not upgrade your printer with those that can act as scanners, colored and black and white printer as well?

2. Change the basic desktop settings from time to time (wallpapers, icons and others).

Wallpapers, icons and cursors can be changed. You can do this by right-clicking on your desktop and selecting Properties. If you find the wallpapers, icons and cursors boring or uninteresting, there are online sites that offer good ones for download. Changing these settings will give your PC a more personalized and creative feel to it.

3. Add a screensaver.

Screensavers of different themes and designs can also be downloaded from the internet. Cartoons, animals, nature scenes — you name the design. It will be fun to look at after you have left your PC on standby mode for a couple of minutes.

4. Install PC Games.

Free computer games like Bookworm and Text Twist challenge the vocabulary and minds of just about anyone. They may be a bit simple and generic but they can give life to your boring PC. But they definitely serve the purpose when find yourself with nothing much to do.

5. Install Photoshop and other graphics editing programs.

There are many things that you can do with graphic editing programs. You can edit and enhance photos from your digital camera. You can also create your own wallpapers or desktop backgrounds and icons out of your photos or designs.

6. Get yourself an internet connection.

The internet is a good source of news and information. It also makes correspondence with family, friends, business partners and clients easier. Once connected, you gain access to networking sites and other entertainment domains where you can watch movies, music videos and other video clips for free. You can also compete with players from all over the world in a multitude of online games.

7. Install or subscribe to reputable anti-virus software.

Norton and McAfee are two of the leading anti-virus programs that protect your computer and rid it of viruses that cause harm to it. They can be downloaded online and are provided to those who need them by subscription. You can also download free trial anti-virus software before you make any subscription.

8. Download music or rip music from your CDs.

Programs like Apple’s iTunes and Windows Media Player can rip music from CDs. Programs such as iTunes also has a vast library of songs up for purchase and download. At 0.99 cents, you can already get any song that you like.

9. Upgrade your PC with an added RAM or an extra hard disk.

The Random Access Memory (RAM) determines how fast your computer can function. With a high-performing RAM, your desktop can function with relatively less fear of malfunctions. RAMS with a capacity of 2 to 3 gigabytes can be purchased in electronic and computer stores.

10. Get a DVD-writer or an external storage.

External hard disks that store up to 250 gigabytes-worth of computer programs, files or documents, videos, images and sound files are for sale in the electronics and computer shops. There will be no fear of running out of storage space when downloading more files if your PC is supported with an external hard drive.

How to Fight Global Warming

Global warming is a serious phenomenon that is characterized by the increase in the temperature of the Earth’s air. The effects of climate change are disastrous. The BBC reported that experts believe that a drastic rise in temperature can have severe repercussions on future climate and weather patterns. Droughts are to be expected and floods are commonplace. Severe weather phenomena like hale and thunderstorms, tornadoes, and other natural disasters have been blamed on this phenomenon. Several species of animals may find it difficult to adapt to the changes in temperature, effectively wiping them out. Vegetation will die of heat as they will not be able to migrate fast enough to find new habitats.

But there are steps that would fight climate change. One of the more popular concepts in fighting global warming is carbon offset, the process by which a person, business or organization reduces carbon emissions into the air. Carbon offset aims to reduce the disastrous effects of global warming by reducing the amount of carbon dioxide released into the air through ways like planting trees, conserving energy or using renewable energy like natural gases, wind power and other forms of alternative fuels, among others.

Of all these, planting trees have been proven as the most effective and most simple way to reduce carbon footprints. It has been found by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change that deforestation has been one of the factors that brought about an increase in the Earth’s temperature. So naturally, a good way to fight global warming is to reverse the process by planting more trees and protecting the ones we have now. Managing the land that we have to optimize its use is also another way to slow it.

The thing is each one of us can help. Your individual contribution—no matter how small they seem, like turning off the lights when not in use, or consciously saving on electricity—can go a long way in saving Mother Earth from global warming.

The Influx of Online Jobs

It used to be that you were employed, self-employed or unemployed. It was either you work in an office for someone else, or you had your own business as an entrepreneur, or you stay at home if you are jobless. The influx of online jobs has created another class of workers that does not really fall under these three traditional categories.

Enter the freelances, the telecommuters, the providers. No matter how they are called, people holding online jobs are increasing by the minute. A quick look at ODesk, one popular site for finding online jobs, would reveal that there are currently more than 350,000 providers signed up to the service, while more than 320,000 online jobs have been posted. The site also boasts of more than $96 million in earnings to date.

And why not? The benefits are seemingly endless. For businesses, they are able to get top talent for seasonal projects without having to worry about increasing their overhead cost, or rearranging their offices to make room for a new employee. They gain the expertise without the unnecessary expenses. For the online job holder, it means the flexibility and convenience of being able to work where they want, when they want. For some, having an online job means a higher monthly income than holding on to a regular job.

Online jobs have become quite popular that it is affecting the traditional office setups. For one, it gave rise to telecommuting or work at home as more and more employees are seeing the benefits of not traveling to and from the physical office yet getting their work done just as well. On a larger scale, it has given rise to the outsourcing phenomena, a set up wherein companies hire another company to provide employees for them.

All of these would not have been possible without the advent of technology. The Internet and other related technology has made communication easier. Whereas before, you needed to be at the office to deliver your work, you can easily e-mail your output in. Instead of using the office phone, you can use voice-over-IP. There are even applications available right now that allows one user to log in remotely into another computer, or perhaps collaborate online.

Whereas it has been quite impossible to get a team from another state or another country to work for you, it is now very easy and convenient to get the best people on your team, no matter where they are situated. You can easily have a marketing guy in India, a sales guy in the Philippines, or a manufacturing facility in Mexico, and it would still feel like everybody is in the headquarters in New York.

What is more, the advances in online security have made it possible to send payments or salaries securely over the Web. Add to the fact that the global banking system is much more efficient and faster now than ever before, it means that people can expect to get paid on time for the job they performed.

Most Common Addictions

The term "addiction" may vary in context. It may refer to an obsession, compulsion, or excessive psychological dependence. In medical terminology, “addiction is defined as a chronic neurobiological disorder with psychosocial, environmental and genetic dimensions”.

In no particular order, the most common types of addiction that people deal with are the following:

1. Alcohol Addiction

Considered a legal substance for adults and readily available, alcohol intake can be excessive or prolonged and lead to an addiction. More often than not, people may get addicted to alcohol as they consider intake of it as a way a way to self-medicate. Approximately 50% of accidents and crimes may be attributed to excessive alcohol drinking. Alcohol addiction is also a major factor to getting health problems such as liver or heart diseases, brain damage and cancer.

2. Smoking

Technically speaking, the act of smoking is not making people addicted to it, but it is the nicotine contained in cigarettes that smokers struggle to fight against. Nicotine is a substance that is naturally highly-addictive, which makes it difficult for most to quit smoking. To aid in the quest to end this addiction, modern society has become less tolerant of smokers by designating non-smoking areas. There are prescribed and over-the-counter drugs that help smokers control nicotine addiction. Also, several support groups have also been formed to help smokers quit.

3. Drug Addiction

Drug addiction does not pertain only to craving and abuse of illegal narcotics but also legal drugs. Contrary to the widely accepted perception, spotting a drug addict may not be easy due to different physical or behavioral drug symptoms. A good example is cocaine abuse which may be evident in persistent nasal problems, but may not affect others in the same way. Addiction to the marijuana substance may cause addicts chronic cough or memory loss, while others suffer no apparent ill effects.

4. Gambling

Games of chance have always amused people. In hopes to win money or bag other forms of prize, people find it hard to resist a compulsive want try their luck in the casino or in other gaming spots. Some individuals, however, are literally unable to quit, even as gambling is creating problems in terms of finances, or affecting their way of life.

5. Food Addiction

Unlike the average eater, the compulsive overeater does not find eating essentially enjoyable. Characterized by an inability to control eating — in certain cases as a way to fight sadness, anxiety or depression — food addicts gain weight and compound their problems with feelings of a diminished self-esteem or a negative body image. It does not stop there; the food problem creates complications in an overeater’s well-being. Overeaters tend to reverse the bad habit, and are more likely to develop food disorders such as bulimia and anorexia.

6. Video Games

Video games are a good form of enjoyment, and immortally a favorite pastime. In the case of young and old video game addicts, however, spending at least 10 hours playing games is ordinary. Game addicts also structure their way of life around their favorite games and often neglect their responsibilities or relationships.

7. Internet Addiction

The Internet makes an excellent source of information, and a great way to do seamless transactions or communicate with others. Internet use becomes Internet addiction when an individual is unable to control the urge to use the Internet at all times and feel upset or anxious otherwise. A more common factor to Internet addiction is the social connections that are developed online through forums or chats.

8. Sex Addiction

Experts reveal that sex addiction does not have anything to do with a person’s "sex drive" or the lack of it. A person with sex addiction is likely to engage in risky sexual behavior to fill the need to satisfy their urges, and as a result, loses healthy interest in sexual activities. Sex addicts may manifest their addiction by, among others, keeping several affairs or picking up prostitutes or strangers.

9. Shopping

As all women attest, shopping is enjoyably satisfying. However, when shopping becomes a way to deal with personal problems, or to simply fill an urge to own items or spend money, issues arise. The more attached to shopping a person is, the more likely that this activity will lead to financial problems, or relationship problems with family and friends who express disapproval.

10. Work Addiction

Dedication to work is worth-keeping, but it all goes down the drain when love for work turns into an obsession. Uninformed employers or companies unknowingly encourage work addiction by rewarding those who excel in their jobs. Some workers, however, are unable to strike a work-life balance and tend to neglect the concept of enjoyment or strain their relationships. As a result, they often suffer from excess stress, low morale or substance abuse.