Article: New York can be overwhelming, especially if you've never lived there before. Give yourself a primer on the city and what it has to offer by visiting different areas, or at the very least researching them in depth. There are many factors to consider when choosing a general location, like the local culture, population makeup and average cost of living.   New York City is divided into individual neighborhoods, or boroughs, which include Manhattan, The Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island. Each of these places may be worth visiting if your resources are flexible. Spend some time touring the city in the weeks or months before you plan on moving. That way, you can learn to find your way around and familiarize yourself with your surroundings firsthand. Rather than focusing your attention on one specific section of the city, expand your search to include outlying areas. A one bedroom apartment in Manhattan might be out of your price range, for instance, whereas similar units in nearby Brooklyn or Queens may be more plentiful and affordable.  Consider what your commute would be like in each location. Would your workplace and other be within walking distance? Is there a subway entrance on the block? How easy is it to get a taxi? Be sure to check out online listings as well through sites like NYBits, StreetEasy or even Craigslist. When a listing grabs your attention, start digging a little deeper. Scan reviews posted on real estate websites like The Listings Project or Zillow to get an idea of what previous tenants thought about the place. Doing your homework will help you uncover potential problems or reinforce your decision to move forward with a rental.  Check listings against New York Department of Buildings records. There, you can find out about any complaints or violations filed against the property that might raise a red flag.  Take note of the kinds of services and amenities that are nearby, like restaurants, convenience stores and laundromats. These places will likely play a big part in your daily routine. Write down the address of each listing and make time to drop by in person to investigate. This will give you a chance to lay eyes on the property for the first time, get a feel for the area and scope out your prospective neighbors.  If you happen to spot the property manager or landlord, don't hesitate to ask them any specific questions you might have about a listing. It's not recommended that you commit to renting a place without first seeing it yourself.
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Get to know the city. Look at listings in multiple areas. Read up on potential properties. Take a closer look.
Article: It will be difficult to cut calories when the people you live with don’t share your same weight loss goals. Encouraging your family to eat healthy and be active with you will set you up for success. If the people you live with aren’t on board, set some boundaries (like not keeping junk food in the house) and plan your own meals regardless of what they’ve planned to eat. Journaling and keeping a food diary is an effective way for you to see exactly how many calories you’ve eaten. It will keep you accountable and make you less prone to mindless eating in the coming weeks. Use a phone app or carry a small journal with you so you can log intake while you’re on the go.  My Fitness Pal’s “Free Calorie Counter” is a good phone app to try. Shopwell is a free app that helps you make better choices when you’re buying groceries by tailoring your shopping list to your fitness and weight loss goals. Mindful eating will help you slow down at meals, making you feel more satisfied and less likely to overeat. Slow down, chew your food thoroughly, and pay attention to the textures and flavors on your tongue.  Remove all distractions when you’re sitting down to a meal; turn off your phone, TV, computer, and/or radio. Put your fork down every three bites or so and sip on water to help you slow down and ease digestion. Eating fewer calories means you’re taking in fewer nutrients, so don’t overdo it. For the next 3 weeks, avoid eating less than 1,200 calories per day (for women) and 1,500 calories per day (for men) to stay healthy. Cutting too many calories can lead to malnutrition. It also makes you feel deprived, which can cause irritability and increase the chance that you’ll overeat at your next meal. Eating smaller portion sizes is essential for weight loss. Whether you’re cooking at home or eating at a restaurant, be conscientious of how much food you’re actually eating. When dining out, ask for half of your entree to be boxed up to go (or you can bring your own Tupperware). Measure proper portion sizes using your hand:  Cooked vegetables, dry cereal, chopped or whole fruit: 1 fist = 1 cup (16 US tbsp) Cheese: 1 index finger = 1.5 ounces (43 g) Noodles, rice, oatmeal: 1 palm = 0.5 cups (8.0 US tbsp) Proteins: 1 palm = 3 ounces (85 g) Fats: 1 thumb = 1 tablespoon (3.0  tsp) This type of fasting can help you eat fewer calories, lose fat, and—as a plus—lower your cholesterol. Give yourself an eating window of 8 hours and practice intermittent fasting anywhere from 1 to 4 days a week.  For instance, only eat between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM or 11:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Pay attention to how you feel during and after intermittent fasting and adjust the time window and frequency to suit your schedule. Keep in mind that skipping meals can send your body into starvation mode, causing it to hold onto fat and burn fewer calories. So when practicing intermittent fasting, eat 4 or 5 mini-meals within your eating window. Increasing your water consumption when you are working out is essential to stay hydrated. Dehydration causes your body to retain water, so while it may sound backward, you have to drink more water to retain less. Water will also help flush excess salt out of your body, making you less bloated. Drink half of your weight in ounces per day. For example, if you weigh 200 pounds (91 kg), drink 100 fluid ounces (3,000 mL) per day. Not getting enough sleep can negatively affect your metabolism and your stress hormones, causing your body to hold onto more calories. Plus, you’re more likely to crave fatty, sugary foods when you’re sleep-deprived. If you have trouble falling asleep, try to relax before bedtime by:  Listening to calming instrumental music Avoiding your phone or TV for an hour before bed Drinking calming tea (like lavender, chamomile, or ginger) Doing some deep, meditative breathing
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Get your family and/or roommates on board. Use a food diary app to help you keep track of your daily caloric intake. Pay attention to your food when you eat for the next 3 weeks. Don’t cut too many calories to ensure you’re getting all of your nutrients. Watch your portion sizes for the next 3 weeks. Practice intermittent fasting a few days a week. Drink plenty of water to prevent bloating and dehydration. Aim to get 7 to 8 hours of sleep a night.
Article: Gently massage each part of your face again to end your massage. By the end, you should feel relaxed and calm.
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Finish by going back over each area once more.