Angela Oberer - It's a Good Idea

Kidney Stone? Can you say "Ow-wee"? I thought the emergency room was the answer - turns out a simple recipe saved the day and cured my pain. Thought I'd share - cause you never know... #itsagoodidea from the Physical Wellness Collection

Do you own a full length mirror? Many people don't - they have a bathroom mirror that shows the face and chest. Wanna see what everybody else sees when you go out? #its a good idea to do a last looks of your entire self in order to make the best first impression.

How much personal stuff should you disclose on a first date? You better believe this opened a can of worms when I asked my friends this question. Here's what we came up with as a group. #itsagoodidea from the Relationship Wellness Collection.

Jenny has a closet full of clothes - but none that fit. Clothes she bought on sale, she's gonna wear when she loses weight - and clothes now too big for her. Are you like Jenny? What's in your closet? #Itsagoodidea from the Personal Wellness Collection

A company had a liberal tardy policy, yet they fired an excellent employee for missing 14 minutes of work. It's not what she said that got her fired, it's what she didn't say. #itsagoodidea to be on time.

Wireless activity trackers like Fitbit have been around for only three years. And they are amazing for tracking your walking, running, sleeping, weight, calories consumed, calories burned, liquid consumed and other personal metrics. If you've ever thought about getting one check this out. #itsagoodidea from the Physical Wellness Collection

There are over 100 strains of viruses that cause warts. Anybody can get a wart by direct or indirect contact - and before you run to the dermatologist and spend bookoo bucks trying to get rid of one, here's a little something you should know. #itsagoodidea from the Physical Wellness Collection.

Did you know that dry cleaners use 3.6 billion coat hangers each year on clothes they clean, and in terms of steel, that translates into 60,000 cars. Did you also know that they will take back your coat hangers and use them again. Conserve resources by recycling your coat hangers. Here's how. #itsagoodidea

Last year you were invited to the annual cookout, this year you weren't. You used to be invited to hang out with the cool kids, but lately the invites have dried up. #itsagoodidea to look at your social skills to see if maybe it's you.

Defrosting a freezer is a "need to" not a "want to" on anybody's to do list. #itsagoodidea to do it regularly because you'll keep the frost to a minimum, which saves on electricity. You'll save on groceries buying in bulk and freezing what you can't eat now.

Thousands stopped smoking who never thought they could with these 4 dynamic tips...and they did it in less than 10 days. Where will you be in ten days? #itsagoodidea from the nutritional wellness collection.

50% of marriages end in divorce - but before you tell your kids you're calling it quits, here are 3 vital survival tips you need to know. #itsagoodidea from the Relationship Wellness Collection.

Are you exhausted when you wake up in the morning? Are the energy drinks, sodas and energy shots not working for you anymore? STOP whatever it is you are doing. It's not working. Instead try this...#itsagoodidea from the Physical Wellness Collection.

When you are squished up against another person in an airline seat - did you know you have no obligation to strike up a conversation or listen to their problems? In fact, it #itsagoodidea not to.

Afraid you're going to say the wrong thing in social situations? Do you get butterflies when you have to present an idea at work? Are you questioning your dating skills and how others perceive you? Don't worry, Toastmasters can help. #itsagoodidea from the social wellness collection.

When you are a teenager your parents don't know anything. It is amazing how utterly brilliant they become when you look back on their training. My Dad was the Master of Metaphors. #itsagoodidea to teach your kids.

A select few friends have been successfully married for 20-50 years. I wonder what their secret to happiness is. How do they "keep it together" while my other friends keep spiraling through divorces? I asked them -- and here's what I found. #itsagoodidea from the Relationship Wellness Collection

Do you talk to yourself? Most of us do. And when we are not "talking" to ourselves, our minds are playing back fights we've been in, and conversations where we should have said something else. The tapes you play over in your head are directly linked to the results you're getting from life. #itsagoodidea Positive Looping

Do you actually use the stuff you learned in school? Wait! Don't answer, it's a trick question. I'm not talking about sheer academics, I'm talking about everything else. LOL! #itsagoodidea from the personal wellness collection.

Got a graduate? Congratulations, check this out before you send cash through the mail. You'll thank me later. #itsagoodidea from the Financial Wellness collection.

Is it okay not to believe in God? Yes. You won't hurt God's feelings. Your not believing doesn't change the reality of God for other people, but if it's causing strife in your home, it's best to find the things you have in common rather than fighting about beliefs you don't share. #itsagoodidea from the Spiritual Wellness Collection

Having a successful yard sale is all about anticipating the unexpected. What could possibly go wrong and how can you prepare for it so you're not scrambling the morning of? Are you prepared for the early birds? The sun? Multiple item purchases? The risks of selling electronic items? #itsagoodidea from the lifestyle wellness collection

So you're having your first yard sale - Here's what you need to know about the money end of things. Have change on hand, have small bills on hand and even accept credit cards. Maximize your efforts with these tips. #itsagoodidea from the Professional Wellness Collection.

Make sure people know you're having a Yard Sale, and not just cleaning out your garage. Also make sure you have a hook that makes people stop and shop. Using bright colored table cloths will make your yard sale come to life and your merchandising will help you sell more stuff. #itsagoodidea from the Lifestyle Wellness Collection

We're having a Yard Sale! You see the signs all over neighborhoods and secretly you wish you were having one too right? But it's too much work and what if you don't make any money? And what if you don't sell everything? Answers right here - and you're on your way to a successful and profitable yard sale now. #itsagoodidea from the Professional Wellness Collection

What do Diabetes and Depression have in common? What do Obesity and Candida have in common? What do Birthday parties and Cancer have in common? All are driven and fueled by sugar. Isn't it time you take control of your own health? #itsagoodidea from the Nutritional Wellness Collection.

Arguments make you want to defend yourself. You want to put up a wall that blocks out bullies. The problem is there is no forgiveness when that wall is up, there is no receptiveness and no understanding. #ItsaGoodIdea from the Relationship Wellness Collection.

How many meals this week have you eaten in front of the TV? How about the computer? How about in your car? Eating on the go, may be convenient, but it may not necessarily be good for your health. Eating while bored, stressed, rushed or multi-tasking, can lead to over eating, and obesity. #itsagoodidea from the Nutritional Wellness Collection.

"I'm not a hoarder, but I am a pack rat". The truth is storing stuff and lots of it, is the American way. That's why there are so many storage units in every town, and reality TV shows that have popped up with treasure hunters seeking a bargain. Even psychologists are cashing in on the discouragement and frustration that hoarding causes. #itsagoodidea from the Emotional Wellness Collection.

Is there a closet, a room in your house, or your garage that has turned into a "catch all" for your junk? Do you hate going in there because it provokes feelings of guilt, emotional attachment, or the responsibility to find everything a home? Have you become a hoarder? #itsagoodidea from the Emotional Wellness Collection.

Reality/Gossip shows and tabloid style magazines thrive on the chaos in the lives of the stars. But behind every story is a real person, with human needs, feelings and emotions. Stop the hating and start understanding that you have more in common with them than you might think. #itsagoodidea from the personal wellness collection. #BruceJenner

Have you filed your taxes yet? If not, wait! Intuit created an awesome online free software called: ItsDeductible and it walks you step by step through your charitable donations, including household stuff, cars, boats, property, stocks, money and even gasoline and parking for volunteer work you've done. #itsagoodidea from the Financial Wellness Collection Get ItsDeductable now at: https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/itsdeductible/

Spring Cleaning doesn't have to be daunting. If you are one of those people who starts a "to do" list and then gets side-tracked by other projects along the way, this tip is for you. #Itsagoodidea from the Lifestyle Wellness Collection.

We take showers to get clean. But what if your shower or bathtub is filthy and icky? Cleaning with regular cleansers only do so much - and even the cleanest of homes eventually get blackend grout and stubborn stains that don't want to come out. Here's my secret. #Itsagoodidea from the Lifestyle Wellness Collection.

When tragedy strikes, and your mom is put on life support - you want to do the right thing. Is that pulling the plug, or keeping her alive artificially for years on end, eating up precious resources and time? Do you know that you have a choice about what happens to you in a "what if" situation? This simple tip will keep your family members from fighting over you for years. This is a huge gift to them, it's absolutely free, and they will thank you if they ever need it. #itsagoodidea from the Family Wellness Collection.

Fact: A good bit of reality TV is scripted. Fact: Reality TV stars are paid good money to have public meltdowns, pitch fits, live through unlucky situations and exhibit significant levels of stress. For the rest of us, it's just drama addiction taking a toll on our health. #itsaGoodIdea from the Emotional Wellness Collection.

If you are going to the Emergency Room - it's because you have done everything you can think of on your own. You need some help. But you know your body better than the doctors do, in fact they don't know you at all. They don't know your habits, how much pain you are in, what you have done to self-medicate or how long you have been suffering. These easy tips will make your trip to the ER smooth and you'll be back on the road to recovery. #itsagoodidea from the Physical Wellness Collection.

Both silk and live plants are used in home decor, yet both types of plants collect dust. I'm going to show you how to clean live and silk plants and tall silk trees to keep your plants beautiful. (#itsagoodidea from the Lifestyle Wellness Collection.)

Got a teenager who rolls her eyes at you because you don't know anything? Or worse, fights you at every turn? If you find yourself arguing and feeling like crap because you are never heard - this tip is for you. Today you can neutralize those conversations and find common ground. (#ItsaGoodIdea from the Emotional Wellness Collection.)

Do you know a negative Nellie? Somebody who is always complaining about something? They are full of aches and pains, full of drama, always ready to pick a fight or find the worst in you? This tip will show you how you to protect yourself from the sharks in your life. #itsaGoodidea from the Emotional Wellness Collection.

You've got a toxic employee and you've had it up to here with them. You know you have to fire them, but you hate doing it because you know they've got a family and bills...Here are ten things you need to know before you say those dreaded words: "You're Fired". (It's a Good Idea from the Professional Wellness Collection.)

According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, some 258,000 people go missing each year. Some are abducted by friends and relatives, while some are kidnapped by strangers. Still some run away and others have accidents and are never found. This simple tip reminds us to cover our bases, no matter how old you are and to stay safe. (It's a Good Idea from the Social Wellness Collection.)

If you are a child in freezing temperatures without a coat and you need one, please tell an adult. If you are not wearing a coat because you are lazy or rebellious then please Google frostbite and hypothermia after you watch this tip - because you might be an idiot. (#ItsAGoodIdea from the Personal Wellness Collection.)

According to the World Health Organization, Heart disease is the leading cause of death. Did you know that the same plaque that builds up on your teeth is the same plaque that clogs your arteries causing a heart attack - and you can stop it in its tracks with a simple hygiene routine called oil pulling. (It's a Good Idea from the Physical Wellness Collection.)

This one simple tip saved me $141. and it could save you so much more. Did you ever call a repair man for some minor repair, and he tells you all sorts of other things are wrong and it's going to cost you a lot more money than you budgeted for? Do you let the repairs go, or do you just pay him the money to make the problems go away? Or, do you consider alternative options to fix the problem? (It's a Good Idea from the Educational Wellness Collection.)

Millions of people who suffer from allergies rely on nose spray for relief. If you continue to use nose spray after the recommended three days, your nasal passage locks up and can only be unlocked with more nose spray creating an innocent addiction with a simple desire to breathe. This simple how-to will help you kick the nasal spray addiction and unlock your sinuses naturally. (It's a Good Idea from the Physical Wellness Collection.)

Vitacost just offered you $10 off your Kroeger Herb Wormwood Parasite Control Kit when you use this link: http://bit.ly/174RxE3 THANK YOU VITACOST! You Rock! You've heard the phrase "You are what you eat" but have you ever stopped to think about what's eating you? This is my grossest good idea ever - and it's all about parasites. If you have pets, or you eat meat, or you eat raw fruits and vegetables, it's guaranteed you have parasites. Little worms and bugs that live in your intestines and eat the food you eat. Don't hate me, just schedule a parasite cleanse and regain control of your health. (It's a Good Idea from the Physical Wellness Collection.)

Did you know that if you flush with the lid open, bacteria can spray up to ten inches above the toilet seat and into the air. When the spray settles, not only is the air contaminated, but so is the seat, the floor and anything nearby. Gross huh? There are a few steps you can take to prevent the spreading of germs especially during the winter when sickness and flu are going around. (It's a Good Idea from the Lifestyle Wellness Collection)

The land of milk and honey is packed with people who hate their jobs, their marriages, their physical appearance, their in-laws, their kids friends and so much more. And yet it's been proven time and again that the grass is not always greener on the other side. Don't worry though - there is some green. :-) (It's a Good Idea from the Emotional Wellness Collection.)

A woman handed me a business card and asked if she could be in my next movie. But when I got home and looked at the card, All that was on it was a picture of a flower, a proverb and an email. Missing from her card was her name, her phone, her picture and her profession as an actress. She also mentioned that she sells real estate on the side??? Her card didn't reflect either of those interests, so I took her card and used it as a bookmark for my bible. (It's a Good Idea from the Professional Wellness Collection.)

Business cards rarely get thrown away. They get pinned on cubicle walls, tucked into picture frames, saved in wallets, and when you go to clean off your desk you'll find dozens of them that have been kicking around for months. We save them because we like the people connected to them and we want to stay in touch. Do I have one of yours? (It's a Good Idea from the Professional Wellness Collection.)