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&lt;p&gt;As you know, I used to change my website each year, though since 2023 I haven&amp;rsquo;t, so now, this is the new home of all the articles you know and love.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They should be accessible tomorrow, 24th April 2026.&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hello guys, so I have decided to transfer the articles here from my previous sites.</p>
<p>As you know, I used to change my website each year, though since 2023 I haven&rsquo;t, so now, this is the new home of all the articles you know and love.</p>
<p>They should be accessible tomorrow, 24th April 2026.</p>
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>For The Love of Hoodies: ESNTLS Review</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/for-the-love-of-hoodies-esntls-review/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/for-the-love-of-hoodies-esntls-review/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Hoodies have become an essential part of our wardrobe, especially during the colder seasons. They are comfortable, stylish, and versatile, making them a perfect choice for casual outings and daily wear. With so many options available in the market, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one for you. In this article, we take a closer look at ESNTLS, one of the most popular hoodie brands, and what makes them stand out from the rest.&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hoodies have become an essential part of our wardrobe, especially during the colder seasons. They are comfortable, stylish, and versatile, making them a perfect choice for casual outings and daily wear. With so many options available in the market, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one for you. In this article, we take a closer look at ESNTLS, one of the most popular hoodie brands, and what makes them stand out from the rest.</p>
<h2 id="what-is-esntls">What is ESNTLS?</h2>
<p>ESNTLS is a luxury streetwear brand that specializes in hoodies and other streetwear essentials. The brand was founded with the goal of creating high-quality and stylish streetwear that combines comfort and functionality. ESNTLS has quickly gained a reputation for its unique designs, premium materials, and exceptional craftsmanship.</p>
<h2 id="what-makes-esntls-hoodies-stand-out">What Makes ESNTLS Hoodies Stand Out?</h2>
<p>There are several factors that make ESNTLS hoodies stand out from the rest of the market.</p>
<h3 id="premium-materials">Premium Materials</h3>
<p>ESNTLS uses only the finest materials to make their hoodies, including premium cotton and fleece. The fabric is soft, comfortable, and durable, making it ideal for everyday wear.</p>
<h3 id="unique-designs">Unique Designs</h3>
<p>ESNTLS is known for its unique and eye-catching designs, which set them apart from other hoodie brands. The brand offers a wide range of designs, including bold graphics, color-blocking, and embroidered logos.</p>
<h3 id="exceptional-craftsmanship">Exceptional Craftsmanship</h3>
<p>ESNTLS takes great pride in the quality of its products, and it shows in the attention to detail and exceptional craftsmanship of its hoodies. From the stitching to the finishing, every aspect of an ESNTLS hoodie is designed with care and precision to ensure that it will last for years to come.</p>
<h3 id="versatile-wear">Versatile Wear</h3>
<p>ESNTLS hoodies are not just for casual wear, but can also be dressed up for more formal occasions. The sleek and stylish designs can easily be paired with a pair of jeans or dress pants, making them a versatile addition to your wardrobe.</p>
<h2 id="esntls-collection">ESNTLS Collection</h2>
<p>ESNTLS offers a wide range of hoodies, from pullovers to zip-up styles. The brand also offers a variety of colors and designs, making it easy to find the perfect hoodie to suit your personal style.</p>
<p>In addition to hoodies, ESNTLS also offers a range of other streetwear essentials, including t-shirts, sweatshirts, and jackets. All of these items are made with the same premium materials and exceptional craftsmanship, making them just as high-quality as their hoodies.</p>
<p>Some of their products include:</p>
<h3 id="women"><a href="https://www.esntls.co/collections/women/products/womens-quarter-zip-hoodie?ref=kuzqn53jomp-"><strong>Women&rsquo;s Quarter Zip Hoodie</strong></a></h3>
<h4 id="colors-black-blue-hunter-green-and-brown">Colors: Black, Blue, Hunter Green, and Brown</h4>
<p><img src="/images/untitleddesign_5_600x.webp" alt=""></p>
<p>Buy it using this link to get 10% off <a href="https://www.esntls.co/collections/women/products/womens-quarter-zip-hoodie?ref=kuzqn53jomp-">Women&rsquo;s Quarter Zip Hoodie – ESNTLS</a></p>
<h3 id="women-1"><a href="https://www.esntls.co/collections/women/products/womens-heavy-weight-zip-up-hoodie?ref=kuzqn53jomp-"><strong>Women&rsquo;s Heavy Weight Zip Up Hoodie</strong></a></h3>
<h4 id="colors-black-boxing-grey-dirt-lead-and-washed-grey">Colors: Black, Boxing Grey, Dirt, Lead, and Washed Grey</h4>
<p><img src="/images/untitleddesign-2021-08-26t102237-580_600x.webp" alt=""></p>
<p>Buy it using this link to get 10% off <a href="https://www.esntls.co/collections/women/products/womens-heavy-weight-zip-up-hoodie?ref=kuzqn53jomp-">Women&rsquo;s Heavy Weight Zip Up Hoodie – ESNTLS</a></p>
<h3 id="workout-hoodie"><a href="https://www.esntls.co/collections/shop-all/products/workout-hoodie?ref=kuzqn53jomp-"><strong>Workout Hoodie</strong></a></h3>
<h4 id="colors-black-and-grey">Colors: Black and Grey</h4>
<p><img src="/images/10_600x.webp" alt=""></p>
<p>Buy it using this link to get 10% off <a href="https://www.esntls.co/collections/shop-all/products/workout-hoodie?ref=kuzqn53jomp-">Workout Hoodie – ESNTLS</a></p>
<h3 id="heavy-weight-zip-up-hoodie"><a href="https://www.esntls.co/collections/shop-all/products/heavy-weight-zip-up-hoodie?ref=kuzqn53jomp-"><strong>Heavy Weight Zip Up Hoodie</strong></a></h3>
<h4 id="colors-washed-grey-black-boxing-grey-lead-and-brown">Colors: Washed Grey, Black, Boxing Grey, Lead, and Brown</h4>
<p><img src="/images/untitleddesign-2021-08-26t094035-732_ff5c9054-0359-4145-b802-49826fe7e1df_600x.webp" alt=""></p>
<p>Buy it using this link to get 10% off <a href="https://www.esntls.co/collections/shop-all/products/heavy-weight-zip-up-hoodie?ref=kuzqn53jomp-">Heavy Weight Zip Up Hoodie – ESNTLS</a></p>
<h3 id="heavy-weight-hoodie"><a href="https://www.esntls.co/collections/shop-all/products/copy-of-heavy-weight-hoodie?ref=kuzqn53jomp-"><strong>Heavy Weight Hoodie</strong></a></h3>
<h1></h1>
<h3 id="color-washed-grey-brown-black-blue-and-hunter-green">Color: Washed Grey, Brown, Black, Blue, and Hunter Green</h3>
<p><img src="/images/untitleddesign-2021-08-26t095421-377_398f2640-4d9a-4f2a-bf82-6c7bef69ef60_600x.webp" alt=""></p>
<p>Buy it using this link to get 10% off: <a href="https://www.esntls.co/collections/shop-all/products/copy-of-heavy-weight-hoodie?ref=kuzqn53jomp-">Heavy Weight Hoodie – ESNTLS</a></p>
<h2 id="the-esntls-experience">The ESNTLS Experience</h2>
<p>Shopping for an ESNTLS hoodie is an enjoyable experience from start to finish. The brand&rsquo;s website is easy to navigate, making it simple to find the perfect hoodie for you. The website also provides detailed product descriptions, including information on materials, sizes, and care instructions.</p>
<p>The ordering process is quick and hassle-free, and the brand offers fast and reliable shipping, ensuring that your hoodie will arrive at your doorstep in no time. Once you receive your hoodie, you&rsquo;ll appreciate the attention to detail and exceptional quality that sets ESNTLS apart from the rest.</p>
<h2 id="conclusion">Conclusion</h2>
<p>ESNTLS is a brand that truly stands out in the market, offering high-quality hoodies and other streetwear essentials that are stylish, comfortable, and versatile. Whether you&rsquo;re looking for a cozy hoodie to wear around the house or a stylish piece to wear out and about, ESNTLS has you covered. So if you&rsquo;re looking for a new hoodie, consider giving ESNTLS a try, you won&rsquo;t be disappointed.</p>
<h2 id="faqs">FAQs</h2>
<ol>
<li>What is ESNTLS? ESNTLS is a luxury streetwear brand that specializes in hoodies and other streetwear essentials.</li>
<li>What makes ESNTLS hoodies stand out? ESNTLS hoodies stand out due to their premium materials, unique designs, exceptional craftsmanship, and versatile wear.</li>
<li>Does ESNTLS offer anything other than hoodies? Yes, ESNTLS also offers t-shirts, sweatshirts, and jackets, all made with the same premium materials and exceptional craftsmanship.</li>
<li>How is the shopping experience with ESNTLS? The shopping experience with ESNTLS is easy and enjoyable, from navigating the website to receiving your order. The brand offers detailed product descriptions, quick and hassle-free ordering, and fast and reliable shipping.</li>
<li>Is ESNTLS worth the investment? Yes, ESNTLS is definitely worth the investment. The brand offers high-quality hoodies and other streetwear essentials that are stylish, comfortable, and versatile. The attention to detail and exceptional quality make ESNTLS a standout brand in the market.</li>
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]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/photo-1502547645797-4d2b434459af.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>The Future of Daily Tech: Cloud Gaming</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/the-future-of-daily-tech-cloud-gaming/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2023 13:20:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/the-future-of-daily-tech-cloud-gaming/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;As technology continues to advance and shape the way we live our lives, the world of gaming has undergone some major changes as well. One of the biggest trends in the gaming industry right now is cloud gaming, which has the potential to completely revolutionize the way we play games.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id="what-is-cloud-gaming"&gt;What is Cloud Gaming?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Cloud gaming is a type of gaming that allows you to play games on any device, without the need for expensive hardware or dedicated gaming PCs. Instead, the game is hosted on remote servers and streamed to your device, allowing you to play high-quality games on devices such as smartphones, tablets, or even smart TVs.&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As technology continues to advance and shape the way we live our lives, the world of gaming has undergone some major changes as well. One of the biggest trends in the gaming industry right now is cloud gaming, which has the potential to completely revolutionize the way we play games.</p>
<h2 id="what-is-cloud-gaming">What is Cloud Gaming?</h2>
<p>Cloud gaming is a type of gaming that allows you to play games on any device, without the need for expensive hardware or dedicated gaming PCs. Instead, the game is hosted on remote servers and streamed to your device, allowing you to play high-quality games on devices such as smartphones, tablets, or even smart TVs.</p>
<h2 id="how-does-cloud-gaming-work">How Does Cloud Gaming Work?</h2>
<p>The basic concept of cloud gaming is simple: instead of storing the game on your local device, the game is stored on a remote server and streamed to your device over the internet. This allows you to play high-quality games on devices that wouldn&rsquo;t normally be able to run them, such as smartphones or tablets.</p>
<p>To play a cloud gaming game, all you need is a device with an internet connection and a compatible gaming controller. The game is streamed to your device in real-time, allowing you to play games with high-quality graphics and fast response times, just as you would on a dedicated gaming PC.</p>
<h2 id="advantages-of-cloud-gaming">Advantages of Cloud Gaming</h2>
<p>There are several key advantages of cloud gaming, including:</p>
<ul>
<li>Accessibility: Cloud gaming allows you to play games on any device with an internet connection, making gaming accessible to a wider audience.</li>
<li>Cost-effective: With cloud gaming, there is no need to invest in expensive hardware or gaming PCs, making it a more cost-effective option for gamers.</li>
<li>High-quality graphics: Cloud gaming servers are equipped with powerful hardware, allowing you to play games with high-quality graphics and fast response times.</li>
<li>Convenience: With cloud gaming, you can play your favorite games from anywhere, at any time, without having to worry about hardware limitations.</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="disadvantages-of-cloud-gaming">Disadvantages of Cloud Gaming</h2>
<p>Despite its many advantages, there are also some disadvantages to cloud gaming, including:</p>
<ul>
<li>Dependence on internet connection: To play cloud gaming games, you need a stable and fast internet connection. If your internet connection is slow or unreliable, you may experience lag or other issues while playing.</li>
<li>Latency: Cloud gaming requires a fast and stable internet connection to reduce latency, or the amount of time it takes for the game to respond to your actions. If your internet connection is slow, you may experience lag or other issues while playing.</li>
<li>Cost: While cloud gaming is more cost-effective than traditional gaming, some cloud gaming services can be expensive, especially if you&rsquo;re a frequent gamer.</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="future-of-cloud-gaming">Future of Cloud Gaming</h2>
<p>The future of cloud gaming is looking bright, with many new advancements and developments in the works. Some of the most exciting developments in the world of cloud gaming include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Improved hardware: As technology continues to advance, cloud gaming servers will become even more powerful, allowing for even better gaming experiences.</li>
<li>5G connectivity: With the advent of 5G technology, cloud gaming will become even more accessible and reliable, with faster and more stable connections.</li>
<li>Virtual Reality: Virtual Reality is becoming increasingly popular in the gaming world, and cloud gaming has the potential to bring VR gaming to a wider audience.</li>
<li>Cross-platform play: Cloud gaming has the potential to bring players from different platforms together, allowing for cross-platform play and larger, more diverse player communities.</li>
<li>Cloud Gaming as a Service</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="conclusion">Conclusion</h2>
<p>Cloud gaming has the potential to completely transform the way we play games, making it more accessible, cost-effective, and convenient. With continued advancements in technology and the growth of 5G connectivity, the future of cloud gaming looks bright and holds exciting potential for gamers everywhere. Whether you&rsquo;re a casual gamer or a hardcore player, cloud gaming has something to offer. So, get ready to take your gaming experience to the next level and join the cloud gaming revolution.</p>
]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/230644aluffke7hkj26hbt-1.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>Developing for the Web 3: The Basics</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/developing-for-the-web-3-the-basics/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 19:24:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/developing-for-the-web-3-the-basics/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Web 3, also known as the decentralized web, is the next iteration of the internet, enabled by blockchain technology. Unlike the traditional web, where data and applications are controlled by a centralized authority, Web 3 allows for the creation of decentralized networks and applications (dApps). This new decentralized infrastructure allows for greater security, transparency, and autonomy in the digital world.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id="understanding-the-web-3-ecosystem"&gt;Understanding the Web 3 Ecosystem:&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Web 3 ecosystem is built on decentralized networks, such as Ethereum, which enable the creation of smart contracts. Smart contracts are self-executing contracts with the terms of the agreement written directly into lines of code. These contracts can be used to automate various processes, from supply chain management to financial transactions. Additionally, the Web 3 ecosystem also includes decentralized storage solutions, such as InterPlanetary File System (IPFS), which allow for the decentralized storage of data.&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Web 3, also known as the decentralized web, is the next iteration of the internet, enabled by blockchain technology. Unlike the traditional web, where data and applications are controlled by a centralized authority, Web 3 allows for the creation of decentralized networks and applications (dApps). This new decentralized infrastructure allows for greater security, transparency, and autonomy in the digital world.</p>
<h2 id="understanding-the-web-3-ecosystem">Understanding the Web 3 Ecosystem:</h2>
<p>The Web 3 ecosystem is built on decentralized networks, such as Ethereum, which enable the creation of smart contracts. Smart contracts are self-executing contracts with the terms of the agreement written directly into lines of code. These contracts can be used to automate various processes, from supply chain management to financial transactions. Additionally, the Web 3 ecosystem also includes decentralized storage solutions, such as InterPlanetary File System (IPFS), which allow for the decentralized storage of data.</p>
<h2 id="developing-for-the-web-3">Developing for the Web 3:</h2>
<p>To develop for Web 3, one must have a good understanding of blockchain technology and its underlying protocols. Popular protocols in the Web 3 space include Ethereum, EOS, and TRON. Developers also use various tools such as Solidity (the programming language for Ethereum) and Truffle (a development environment for Ethereum). Additionally, there are various platforms such as OpenZeppelin and Gnosis that provide pre-built smart contract templates and libraries for developers to use.</p>
<h2 id="web-3-use-cases">Web 3 Use Cases:</h2>
<p>Web 3 technology is already being used in various industries, from finance to gaming. In finance, decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms are being built on Web 3, allowing for peer-to-peer financial transactions without the need for intermediaries.</p>
<p>In gaming, dApps are being created that allow players to own and trade in-game assets, creating a new form of gaming economy. In addition to these examples, Web 3 also has potential in industries such as supply chain management, real estate, and voting systems.</p>
<p>Conclusion: Web 3 represents a significant shift in the way we interact with technology and the digital world. The decentralized infrastructure of Web 3 allows for greater security, transparency, and autonomy. As the technology continues to evolve, we are likely to see an increasing number of dApps and decentralized networks built on the Web 3. With the potential to revolutionize various industries, it is important to stay informed about the developments in the Web 3 space.</p>
]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/shutterstock_2021164787.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>The Future of Virtual Reality: Predictions and Possibilities</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/the-future-of-virtual-reality-predictions-and-possibilities/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2023 14:44:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/the-future-of-virtual-reality-predictions-and-possibilities/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Virtual reality (VR) has been a hot topic in the tech world for years, with the promise of immersive, interactive experiences that can transport users to new worlds. While VR has made some strides in the gaming and entertainment industries, it has yet to fully break into the mainstream. However, many experts believe that the future of VR is bright and that it has the potential to transform a wide range of industries.&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Virtual reality (VR) has been a hot topic in the tech world for years, with the promise of immersive, interactive experiences that can transport users to new worlds. While VR has made some strides in the gaming and entertainment industries, it has yet to fully break into the mainstream. However, many experts believe that the future of VR is bright and that it has the potential to transform a wide range of industries.</p>
<p>First of all, what is VR? Virtual reality (VR) is a simulated experience that employs pose tracking and 3D near-eye displays to give the user an immersive feel of a virtual world.</p>
<p>Now, one area where VR is expected to make a big impact is in the world of education and training. VR simulations can provide a safe and realistic environment for students and professionals to learn and practice new skills. For example, VR can be used to train surgeons, pilots, and other professionals in high-stakes fields without the risks associated with real-world training. VR can also be used to bring distant locations and historical events to life for students, providing an immersive learning experience that goes beyond traditional classroom lectures.</p>
<p>Another area where VR is expected to play a significant role is in the field of telemedicine. VR technology can allow doctors to remotely diagnose and treat patients, potentially making healthcare more accessible and efficient. VR can also be used to provide virtual therapy sessions, allowing patients to receive treatment from the comfort of their own homes.</p>
<p>In addition to these applications, VR is also expected to have a major impact on the entertainment industry. VR gaming is already a popular niche, and it&rsquo;s likely that the technology will continue to evolve and become more mainstream in the coming years. VR experiences in other areas of entertainment, such as music concerts and movies, are also expected to become more common.</p>
<p>Of course, VR technology is still in its infancy, and it&rsquo;s difficult to predict exactly how it will evolve in the coming years. However, one thing is certain: the future of VR looks bright, with endless possibilities for transforming a wide range of industries.</p>
<p>In addition to the applications mentioned above, VR is also expected to have a significant impact on a variety of other industries. For example, VR can be used to design and test products in a virtual environment before they are built, potentially saving companies time and money. VR can also be used in the field of architecture, allowing designers to create and explore virtual models of buildings and cities.</p>
<p>Another area where VR is expected to make a big impact is in the field of tourism. VR technology can allow people to virtually visit and explore far-flung locations from the comfort of their own homes. This can be especially useful for people with physical limitations or for those who want to experience a location before planning a trip. VR can also be used to create virtual tours of museums, galleries, and other cultural attractions.</p>
<p>VR is also expected to have a major impact on the field of psychology and mental health. VR therapy has already been shown to be effective in treating a variety of conditions, such as phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and anxiety. VR can provide a safe and controlled environment for patients to confront and work through their fears and traumas.</p>
<p>Overall, the future of VR looks bright, with endless possibilities for transforming a wide range of industries. From education and training to entertainment and mental health, VR has the potential to revolutionize the way we live and work. While VR technology is still in its early stages, it&rsquo;s clear that it will continue to evolve and become an increasingly important part of our lives.</p>
]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/vr-and-ar-technologies.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>ChatGPT: A Revolutionary Chatbot Utilizing the GPT-3 Language Processing Model</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/chatgpt-a-revolutionary-chatbot-utilizing-the-gpt-3-language-processing-model/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/chatgpt-a-revolutionary-chatbot-utilizing-the-gpt-3-language-processing-model/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;ChatGPT is a chatbot that utilizes the advanced GPT-3 language processing model developed by OpenAI. This chatbot is able to hold natural conversations with users, making it an ideal choice for customer service, e-learning, healthcare, and a variety of other industries.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;One of the main use cases for ChatGPT is customer service. With the ability to hold natural conversations, ChatGPT can assist customers with inquiries, answer questions, and provide information. This can help to reduce the workload of customer service representatives and improve the overall customer experience.&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>ChatGPT is a chatbot that utilizes the advanced GPT-3 language processing model developed by OpenAI. This chatbot is able to hold natural conversations with users, making it an ideal choice for customer service, e-learning, healthcare, and a variety of other industries.</p>
<p>One of the main use cases for ChatGPT is customer service. With the ability to hold natural conversations, ChatGPT can assist customers with inquiries, answer questions, and provide information. This can help to reduce the workload of customer service representatives and improve the overall customer experience.</p>
<p>Another use case for ChatGPT is in e-learning. The chatbot can assist students with coursework, providing explanations and guidance as needed. It can also be used to create interactive learning experiences, such as simulations or virtual tutoring sessions.</p>
<p>In addition to customer service and e-learning, ChatGPT has a wide range of potential applications. It could be used in healthcare, for example, to assist patients with information and support, or in the financial industry to provide advice and assistance to clients.</p>
<p>One of the key benefits of ChatGPT is its ability to understand and respond to a wide range of inputs. The GPT-3 model is trained on a massive dataset and is able to understand and generate text in a variety of languages and styles. This allows ChatGPT to hold conversations with users in a way that feels natural and intuitive.</p>
<p>In addition to its natural language understanding capabilities, ChatGPT is also highly customizable. It can be trained to perform specific tasks or answer specific types of questions, making it an ideal solution for a variety of different organizations and industries.</p>
<p>Despite its many benefits, there are also some potential concerns with ChatGPT. One potential issue is the risk of it generating inappropriate or offensive responses. To address this, ChatGPT can be trained to recognize and filter out inappropriate language, or to generate more neutral and appropriate responses.</p>
<p>Another concern is the potential for ChatGPT to be used to spread misinformation or propaganda. To mitigate this risk, it is important to ensure that ChatGPT is trained on accurate and reliable sources of information and to verify any information generated by the chatbot.</p>
<p>Overall, ChatGPT has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with chatbots and bring many benefits to a variety of industries and organizations. To fully leverage the power of ChatGPT, it is important to understand its capabilities and limitations and to use it responsibly.</p>
<p>Relevant resources:</p>
<ul>
<li>OpenAI&rsquo;s GPT-3: <a href="https://openai.com/blog/gpt-3-apps-and-products/" title="https://openai.com/blog/gpt-3-apps-and-products/"><strong>https://openai.com/blog/gpt-3-apps-and-products/</strong></a></li>
<li>Chatbot best practices: <a href="https://openai.com/blog/gpt-3-apps-and-products/" title="https://openai.com/blog/gpt-3-apps-and-products/"><strong>https://www.hubspot.com/chatbot-best-practices</strong></a></li>
<li>Misinformation and chatbots: <a href="https://openai.com/blog/gpt-3-apps-and-products/" title="https://openai.com/blog/gpt-3-apps-and-products/"><strong>https://www.poynter.org/fact-checking/2021/chatbots-can-be-powerful-tools-for-disseminating-misinformation/</strong></a></li>
</ul>
]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/chatgpt.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>What The Hell Happened To Men?</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/what-the-hell-happened-to-men/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2022 10:30:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/what-the-hell-happened-to-men/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;What happened to men? We used to be conquerors, protectors, and providers.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Men used to be competitive, strong, skilled, capable, intelligent, logical, faster, ambitious, good at building things and strove to become better.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Now, we are weaker, more feminine, emotional, passive-aggressive, shy, fat, low testosterone, and unable to provide, protect and lead our families.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;What happened?&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What happened to men? We used to be conquerors, protectors, and providers.</p>
<p>Men used to be competitive, strong, skilled, capable, intelligent, logical, faster, ambitious, good at building things and strove to become better.</p>
<p>Now, we are weaker, more feminine, emotional, passive-aggressive, shy, fat, low testosterone, and unable to provide, protect and lead our families.</p>
<p>What happened?</p>
]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/kari-shea-hsstk47vwvk-unsplash.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>Reverse Aging Using Scientific and Unconventional Methods</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/reverse-aging-using-scientific-and-unconventional-methods/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2022 15:08:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/reverse-aging-using-scientific-and-unconventional-methods/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Hello there! Welcome.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In this article, I&amp;rsquo;ll cover proven methods to &amp;ldquo;de-age&amp;rdquo; yourself by 1, 5, and even 10 years.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id="1-fasting"&gt;1. FASTING&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Fasting is a big proponent in making your body heal itself. It&amp;rsquo;s the reason you don&amp;rsquo;t want to eat when you are sick as your body to heal itself through autophagy and limit exposure to the same things that got you sick in the first place. Fasting, especially extended fasting(2 to 5 days or more) has been shown to clean up the body and remove harmful substances. It has also been shown to increase human growth hormone and testosterone which are vital in making you feel and look younger.&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hello there! Welcome.</p>
<p>In this article, I&rsquo;ll cover proven methods to &ldquo;de-age&rdquo; yourself by 1, 5, and even 10 years.</p>
<h2 id="1-fasting">1. FASTING</h2>
<p>Fasting is a big proponent in making your body heal itself. It&rsquo;s the reason you don&rsquo;t want to eat when you are sick as your body to heal itself through autophagy and limit exposure to the same things that got you sick in the first place. Fasting, especially extended fasting(2 to 5 days or more) has been shown to clean up the body and remove harmful substances. It has also been shown to increase human growth hormone and testosterone which are vital in making you feel and look younger.</p>
<p>You want to first limit your intake of calories by limiting your eating window. A good way to do this is to practice Intermittent Fasting(IF) which specifies that you fast for 18 hours and then eat within a 6-hour period. What this means is that you begin eating at 12 or 1 pm and then stop at 5 pm or 6 pm respectively. By doing so every day, your body gets into a fasted state hence boosting those growth hormones.</p>
<p>A better way to do this is actually by eating only one meal a day sometimes commonly referred to as OMAD. This ensures that aside from your eating time, you are always in a fasted state. This style also follows the IF eating style by ensuring you can only start eating your meal between 1 pm and 6 pm.</p>
<p>In my opinion, OMAD is the best. All you need to do is create a system where you make sure each meal is packed with nutrients especially proteins and fats(avocado, olive, naturally occurring, animal). Proteins will ensure you feel satieted throughout your day plus they will help build key compounds e.g collagen responsible for better skin. My number one recommendation for protein is animal protein, especially from grass-fed cows and free-range goats, chicken e.t.c. Take into account eggs as well.</p>
<p>You can also schedule a weekly or monthly fasting period where you fast from 32 hours all the way to 72 hours which will promote AutoPhagy.</p>
<h2 id="2-diet">2. DIET</h2>
<p>Your diet will dictate how effective fasting will be. You need to ensure you are eating some version of the Paleo Diet with plenty of meat. Some of the things you can include in this that will boost the reverse aging process include bone broth, connective tissue, and eggs. These have high amounts of compounds that will ensure your body is getting enough of what it needs to heal and repair itself.</p>
<p>Here are the basics:</p>
<p><strong>Eat</strong> Meat, fish, eggs, vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, herbs, spices, healthy fats, and oils.</p>
<p><strong>Avoid</strong> Processed foods, sugar, soft drinks, grains, most dairy products, legumes, artificial sweeteners, vegetable oils, margarine, and trans fats.</p>
<h2 id="3-exercise">3. EXERCISE</h2>
<p>Exercise has also been shown to boost human growth hormone especially compound lifts such as deadlifts, squats, bench presses, and pull-ups.</p>
<h2 id="4-sleep">4. SLEEP</h2>
<p>Getting anywhere between 5 to 8 hours of sleep is essential and beneficial. Before you bash me in the comments. Understand this, some people are wired differently where they can get 5 hours of sleep and still feel great. The key is to time just how much sleep you need by trying different patterns and then recording how you feel the next morning</p>
]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/lady-with-anti-aging-genes.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>Wallpaper of The Week 1</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/wallpaper-of-the-week-1/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2022 12:38:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/wallpaper-of-the-week-1/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Every week, I&amp;rsquo;ll share with you a new wallpaper that you can use to refresh your desktop. Let me know what you think of this week’s one, and if you have a wallpaper of your own that you think I should share, put it in the comments.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://stephenajulu.com/images/alain-bonnardeaux-tlxgw_its7k-unsplash.webp"&gt;DOWNLOAD IT!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure class="post-media"&gt;
&lt;img src="https://stephenajulu.com/images/alain-bonnardeaux-tlxgw_its7k-unsplash.webp" alt="Photo by Alain Bonnardeaux on Unsplash" style="width: 100%; height: auto;" /&gt;
&lt;pre&gt;&lt;code&gt;&amp;lt;figcaption&amp;gt;Photo by Alain Bonnardeaux on Unsplash&amp;lt;/figcaption&amp;gt;
&lt;/code&gt;&lt;/pre&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Every week, I&rsquo;ll share with you a new wallpaper that you can use to refresh your desktop. Let me know what you think of this week’s one, and if you have a wallpaper of your own that you think I should share, put it in the comments.</p>
<p><a href="https://stephenajulu.com/images/alain-bonnardeaux-tlxgw_its7k-unsplash.webp">DOWNLOAD IT!</a></p>
  <figure class="post-media">
    <img src="https://stephenajulu.com/images/alain-bonnardeaux-tlxgw_its7k-unsplash.webp" alt="Photo by Alain Bonnardeaux on Unsplash" style="width: 100%; height: auto;" />
<pre><code>&lt;figcaption&gt;Photo by Alain Bonnardeaux on Unsplash&lt;/figcaption&gt;
</code></pre>
</figure>
]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/alain-bonnardeaux-tlxgw_its7k-unsplash.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>10 Most Important Minerals and Where To Get Them (especially for men)</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/10-most-important-minerals-and-where-to-get-them-especially-for-men/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2022 09:17:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/10-most-important-minerals-and-where-to-get-them-especially-for-men/</guid><description>&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Zinc&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Sals&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Selenium&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Boron&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Magnesium&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Chromium&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Iron&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Copper&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Chlorine&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Iodine&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Potassium&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Best overall source&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Meat&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Organ meats&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Seafood&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Eggs&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Pumpkins(+Pumpkin seeds)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Brazil nuts&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Avocados&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Sweet potatoes&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<ol>
<li>Zinc</li>
<li>Sals</li>
<li>Selenium</li>
<li>Boron</li>
<li>Magnesium</li>
<li>Chromium</li>
<li>Iron</li>
<li>Copper</li>
<li>Chlorine</li>
<li>Iodine</li>
<li>Potassium</li>
</ol>
<p>Best overall source</p>
<ol>
<li>Meat</li>
<li>Organ meats</li>
<li>Seafood</li>
<li>Eggs</li>
<li>Pumpkins(+Pumpkin seeds)</li>
<li>Brazil nuts</li>
<li>Avocados</li>
<li>Sweet potatoes</li>
</ol>
]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/ktryna-wq7verajaae-unsplash.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>My Bodyweight Workout Regime</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/my-bodyweight-workout-regime/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Apr 2022 13:10:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/my-bodyweight-workout-regime/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Hello guys!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Here’s my bodyweight workout routine.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Remember to increase the reps by 2 every week. E.g if 1st week = 20 x 5 = 100 then 2nd week = 40 x 5 = 200.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Feel free to split the workout into 2; Morning and Evening.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id="mondayleg-day"&gt;MONDAY(LEG-DAY)&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;20 x 5 Squats&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;20 x 5 Calve Raises&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id="tuesdayrest--blood-flow"&gt;TUESDAY(REST + BLOOD FLOW)&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;50-meter x 5 Sprints&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id="wednesdaypush-day"&gt;WEDNESDAY(PUSH-DAY)&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;20 x 5 Pushups&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;20 x 5 Dips&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hello guys!</p>
<p>Here’s my bodyweight workout routine.</p>
<p>Remember to increase the reps by 2 every week. E.g if 1st week = 20 x 5 = 100 then 2nd week = 40 x 5 = 200.</p>
<p>Feel free to split the workout into 2; Morning and Evening.</p>
<h3 id="mondayleg-day">MONDAY(LEG-DAY)</h3>
<p>20 x 5 Squats</p>
<p>20 x 5 Calve Raises</p>
<h3 id="tuesdayrest--blood-flow">TUESDAY(REST + BLOOD FLOW)</h3>
<p>50-meter x 5 Sprints</p>
<h3 id="wednesdaypush-day">WEDNESDAY(PUSH-DAY)</h3>
<p>20 x 5 Pushups</p>
<p>20 x 5 Dips</p>
<h3 id="thursdayrest--blood-flow">THURSDAY(REST + BLOOD FLOW)</h3>
<p>50-meter x 5 Sprints</p>
<h3 id="fridaypull-day">FRIDAY(PULL-DAY)</h3>
<p>20 x 5 Pullups</p>
<p>20 x 5 Chinups</p>
<h3 id="saturdaylegs-push-extras-pull--sprints">SATURDAY(LEGS, PUSH, EXTRAS, PULL + SPRINTS)</h3>
<p>20 x 5 Squats</p>
<p>20 x 5 Pushups</p>
<p>20 x 5 Shugs</p>
<p>20 x 5 Neck Curls</p>
<p>20 x 5 Pullups</p>
<p>50-meter x 5 Sprints</p>
<h3 id="sundayrest">SUNDAY(REST)</h3>
<p>Photo by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@yellowteapot?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText">Meghan Holmes</a> on <a href="https://unsplash.com/?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText">Unsplash</a></p>
]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/meghan-holmes-wy_l8w0zcpi-unsplash.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>Gradient Wallpaper Pack 3 is Out</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/gradient-wallpaper-pack-3-is-out/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2021 19:02:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/gradient-wallpaper-pack-3-is-out/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;35 Gradient Wallpapers at 8K resolution that look amazing on a TV, Laptop, Desktop, or Mobile Phone have been released. Buy it from my &lt;a href="https://ajulusthoughts.stephenajulu.com/store"&gt;store&lt;/a&gt; or below.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;script src="https://gumroad.com/js/gumroad.js"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a class="gumroad-button" href="https://gumroad.com/l/EEnXP"&gt;Purchase&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;To use this on a mobile phone, kindly rotate the image. Works well.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;script src="https://gumroad.com/js/gumroad-embed.js"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;First Review:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They are gorgeous, worth the buy, and are high quality. Can easily be rotated for mobile phones. They also have a lower file quality. Go check them out.&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>35 Gradient Wallpapers at 8K resolution that look amazing on a TV, Laptop, Desktop, or Mobile Phone have been released. Buy it from my <a href="https://ajulusthoughts.stephenajulu.com/store">store</a> or below.</p>
<script src="https://gumroad.com/js/gumroad.js"></script>
<p><a class="gumroad-button" href="https://gumroad.com/l/EEnXP">Purchase</a></p>
<p>To use this on a mobile phone, kindly rotate the image. Works well.</p>
<script src="https://gumroad.com/js/gumroad-embed.js"></script>
<div class="gumroad-product-embed"><a href="https://gumroad.com/l/EEnXP">Loading...</a></div>
<p>First Review:</p>
<blockquote>
<p>They are gorgeous, worth the buy, and are high quality. Can easily be rotated for mobile phones. They also have a lower file quality. Go check them out.</p>
<p>David Wamuri</p>
</blockquote>
]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/gradient-wallpapers-3-0-8k-cover.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>6 Shoes Men Should Own</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/6-shoes-men-should-own/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2021 21:07:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/6-shoes-men-should-own/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Here are the 6 shoes men should own for usefulness, reliability and comfort&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id="1-leather-boots"&gt;1. Leather Boots&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Try Chelsea Boots&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/5f6a678def332b0028c11a11.webp" alt=""&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id="2-oxford"&gt;2. Oxford&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/gettyimages-501320976-57bb1d4e5f9b58cdfde42aec.webp" alt=""&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id="3-monk-strap"&gt;3. Monk Strap&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/59de25db92406c9d018b5b90.webp" alt=""&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id="4-loafer"&gt;4. Loafer&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/gucci-best-loafers-men-shoes-luxe-digital.webp" alt=""&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id="5-drivers"&gt;5. Drivers&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/drivers-top-tods3.webp" alt=""&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id="6-white-sneakers"&gt;6. White Sneakers&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/60eefb33a8d8c00019b031be.webp" alt=""&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Here are the 6 shoes men should own for usefulness, reliability and comfort</p>
<h3 id="1-leather-boots">1. Leather Boots</h3>
<p>Try Chelsea Boots</p>
<p><img src="/images/5f6a678def332b0028c11a11.webp" alt=""></p>
<h3 id="2-oxford">2. Oxford</h3>
<p><img src="/images/gettyimages-501320976-57bb1d4e5f9b58cdfde42aec.webp" alt=""></p>
<h3 id="3-monk-strap">3. Monk Strap</h3>
<p><img src="/images/59de25db92406c9d018b5b90.webp" alt=""></p>
<h3 id="4-loafer">4. Loafer</h3>
<p><img src="/images/gucci-best-loafers-men-shoes-luxe-digital.webp" alt=""></p>
<h3 id="5-drivers">5. Drivers</h3>
<p><img src="/images/drivers-top-tods3.webp" alt=""></p>
<h3 id="6-white-sneakers">6. White Sneakers</h3>
<p><img src="/images/60eefb33a8d8c00019b031be.webp" alt=""></p>
]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/clem-onojeghuo-ouxpfti70i0-unsplash.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>My 5 Month Self Improvement Action Plan: August</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/my-5-month-self-improvement-action-plan-august/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Aug 2021 15:35:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/my-5-month-self-improvement-action-plan-august/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Hi guys? Today I&amp;rsquo;d like to share with you my 5-month action plan for leveling up starting up with August. I&amp;rsquo;d like it if you can join me and tweet your growth. Also, mention me @stephenajulu. Let&amp;rsquo;s get stronger, faster, and better together.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id="month-1-august"&gt;Month 1: August&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Here&amp;rsquo;s what I do:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h4 id="sleep"&gt;Sleep&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Sleep earlier than usual. If possible 8 or 9.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h4 id="wake-up"&gt;Wake up&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Wake up early at 4, 5, or 6 am.&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi guys? Today I&rsquo;d like to share with you my 5-month action plan for leveling up starting up with August. I&rsquo;d like it if you can join me and tweet your growth. Also, mention me @stephenajulu. Let&rsquo;s get stronger, faster, and better together.</p>
<h2 id="month-1-august">Month 1: August</h2>
<p>Here&rsquo;s what I do:</p>
<h4 id="sleep">Sleep</h4>
<p>Sleep earlier than usual. If possible 8 or 9.</p>
<h4 id="wake-up">Wake up</h4>
<p>Wake up early at 4, 5, or 6 am.</p>
<h4 id="exercise">Exercise</h4>
<p>Pushups, Leg raises, squats, and a run. Do it incrementally e.g 10 squats on August 1st, 20 on 2nd, and so on.</p>
<p>For running: Find a &ldquo;track&rdquo; or path where you can run to and from. Let it be at least challenging but make sure you are capable. Do it incrementally August 1: 1 lap, August 2nd: 2 laps, and so on.</p>
<h4 id="write">Write</h4>
<p>Write at least one post a day or write on Twitter a motivating message you believe in. Got a 30% deal for you. I can build you a blog in less than 2 days. Contact me: <a href="mailto:alunje73@gmail.com">alunje73@gmail.com</a>.</p>
<h4 id="practice-assertiveness">Practice assertiveness</h4>
<p>Say no to requests that aren&rsquo;t important.</p>
<h4 id="benediction">Benediction</h4>
<p>Pray, Meditate, or whatever utterance of blessings you do. Also, write and read your I AM statements. Record it and listen to it while in bed. Put a timer so that it stops an hour after you play it. Sleep listening to it. This is called AutoSuggestion.</p>
<h4 id="cultivate-gratitude">Cultivate gratitude</h4>
<p>Write at least one thing you are grateful for.</p>
<h4 id="journal">Journal</h4>
<p>Write down your thoughts and how the day went.</p>
<h4 id="read">Read</h4>
<p>Read at least 10 pages of self-help books a day.</p>
<p>Here are some: <a href="https://ajulusthoughts.stephenajulu.com/post/12-books-all-men-should-read-updated/">12 Books All Men Should Read</a></p>
<p>Links for buying are included.</p>
<h4 id="work">Work</h4>
<p>Build a side hustle, get a job, or work harder on your occupation.</p>
<h4 id="learn">Learn</h4>
<p>Write down skills you would like to acquire then go to skillshare and learn them. Here&rsquo;s a link that will get you 1 premium month for free: <a href="https://skl.sh/3wxbE9O" title="https://skl.sh/3wxbE9O">https://skl.sh/3wxbE9O</a></p>
<h4 id="visualize">Visualize</h4>
<p>Visualize you in the position you want to be, visualize you becoming the best version. Visualize you being where you want in life. Do this before you sleep and after. Visualize the journey, put challenges in it as well. Think about the solutions to these challenges.</p>
<h4 id="eat">Eat</h4>
<p>Eat healthily.</p>
<p>Here&rsquo;s my recommendation: <strong>Low/NO Sugar, No Soy, Moderate Sodium, High Fat, Low Carbs, More Veggies, More Meat, More Water, More Fiber, More Nuts,  Less/No Snacks and Less Frequently</strong></p>
<h4 id="dress--groom">Dress &amp; Groom</h4>
<p>Dress and groom yourself well even if you&rsquo;ll be at home the whole day.</p>
<p>Try out my sponsor ESNTLS, I have a 10% Off deal with them go pick up a few stuff there and integrate it into your wardrobe. Here’s a link with the 10% discount already applied: <a href="https://www.esntls.co/?ref=kuzqn53jomp-">ESNTLS</a>, pick up some shades/glasses too: <a href="https://www.jadeblack.co/?ref=kuzqn53jomp-">JadeBlack</a> same 10% off deal. Would you like to smell good too? Try <a href="https://santaluciafragrance.com/?ref=kuzqn53jomp-">Santa Lucia Fragrance</a>, same 10% off.</p>
<h4 id="cold-shower">Cold Shower</h4>
<p>Shower/bathe with cold water.</p>
<h4 id="red-pill-yourself">Red pill yourself</h4>
<p>Learn from people who talk about the red pill. They know the truth about women.</p>
<h4 id="connect-with-someone">Connect with someone</h4>
<p>Talk to someone. Stranger or friend, even family. Brush up your social skills.</p>
<h5 id="ps-i-know-its-7th-august-youll-just-have-to-catch-up-by-doing-70-or-7-anything-else-that-depends-on-per-day-basis-like-cold-showers-skip-but-exercises-do-70-pushups-70-leg-raises-70-squats-7-laps-7-tweetsposts-70-pages-and-7-people-or-80-if-you-read-this-on-8th">PS: I know it&rsquo;s 7th August, you&rsquo;ll just have to catch up by doing 70 or 7, anything else that depends on per day basis like cold showers, skip, but exercises do 70 pushups, 70 leg raises, 70 squats, 7 laps, 7 tweets/posts, 70 pages, and 7 people or 80 if you read this on 8th.</h5>
<p>And that&rsquo;s it for today, I will make sure I post September&rsquo;s plan on 30th August.</p>
<p>Feel free to comment down below, what you think should be added to this list.</p>
<p>Goodbye!</p>
<p>Photo by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@spoelee4?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText">Troy Spoelma</a> on <a href="https://unsplash.com/s/photos/man-suit?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText">Unsplash</a></p>
]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/troy-spoelma-03mi51amhoe-unsplash.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>5 Simple Steps To Achieve Flow State and achieve Deep Work</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/5-simple-steps-to-achieve-flow-state-and-achieve-deep-work/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2021 12:51:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/5-simple-steps-to-achieve-flow-state-and-achieve-deep-work/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Here&amp;rsquo;s how I achieve flow state and do deep work/study and how you can too.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;First of all&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id="what-is-flow-state"&gt;What is Flow State?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Flow is a state of mind in which a person becomes fully immersed in an activity. Positive psychologist &lt;a href="https://www.verywellmind.com/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi-biography-2795517"&gt;Mihály Csíkszentmihályi&lt;/a&gt; describes flow as a state of complete immersion in an activity.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;While in this mental state, people are completely involved and focused on what they are doing.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The ego falls away. Time flies. Every action, movement, and thought follows inevitably from the previous one, like playing jazz. Your whole being is involved, and you&amp;rsquo;re using your skills to the utmost,&amp;quot; Csíkszentmihályi said in an interview with &lt;em&gt;Wired&lt;/em&gt; magazine.&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Here&rsquo;s how I achieve flow state and do deep work/study and how you can too.</p>
<p>First of all</p>
<h2 id="what-is-flow-state">What is Flow State?</h2>
<p>Flow is a state of mind in which a person becomes fully immersed in an activity. Positive psychologist <a href="https://www.verywellmind.com/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi-biography-2795517">Mihály Csíkszentmihályi</a> describes flow as a state of complete immersion in an activity.</p>
<p>While in this mental state, people are completely involved and focused on what they are doing.</p>
<blockquote>
<p>The ego falls away. Time flies. Every action, movement, and thought follows inevitably from the previous one, like playing jazz. Your whole being is involved, and you&rsquo;re using your skills to the utmost,&quot; Csíkszentmihályi said in an interview with <em>Wired</em> magazine.</p>
</blockquote>
<h3 id="benefitscharacteristics-of-flow-state">Benefits/Characteristics of Flow State</h3>
<ol>
<li>A heavy sense of concentration</li>
<li>Sense of clarity</li>
<li>Greater happiness</li>
<li>Increased engagement</li>
<li>Improved performance</li>
<li>More creativity</li>
<li>Greater enjoyment and fulfillment</li>
</ol>
<p>Here are the steps of achieving flow state or deep work as others like to call it:</p>
<h3 id="1-remove-distractions">1. Remove Distractions</h3>
<p>Eliminate all distractions:</p>
<ol>
<li>Switch off your phone or put it in airplane mode</li>
<li>Close your room door</li>
<li>Put on some headphones</li>
<li>Make sure you are well hydrated and have eating to your fill</li>
<li>Journal to avoid internal distractions</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="2-challenge-and-skill-balance">2. Challenge and Skill Balance</h3>
<p>Flow state requires a balance between one’s skills and the challenge at hand: if the challenge is too demanding, we become disheartened and can experience negative emotions such as anxiety. Conversely, if a task is too easy, we become disinterested and indifferent – when we experience flow we are actively engaged but not overwhelmed by a challenge.</p>
<h3 id="3-try-some-music">3. Try Some Music</h3>
<p>LoFi, Jazz, Classical Music(Mozart, Beethoven), and White Noise have all been shown(scientifically) to increase mental performance, focus and boost concentration. Try finding something that&rsquo;s not too complicated or with lyrics.</p>
<p>Here are some examples:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Ks9FWJ7COA">Inspire Yourself by Neotic</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOy3G65VoRA&amp;pp=sAQA">Monday Jazz by Jazz and Bossa Collection</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qap5aO4i9A">LoFi HipHop Radio - Beats to relax/study/work to by Lofi Girl</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgpJVI3tDbY&amp;t=7463s">Best of Classical Music by Just Instrumental Music</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMfPqeZjc2c">White Noise by Relaxing White Noise</a></li>
</ul>
<h3 id="4-set-up-your-environment">4. Set Up Your Environment</h3>
<p>Make sure:</p>
<ol>
<li>There&rsquo;s water and quick snacks</li>
<li>The time is perfect when you are at your biological peak - Mine&rsquo;s early in the morning before anyone has woken up or late at night when everyone&rsquo;s asleep. Notice the trend. People are often sleeping hence conquers rule no 1, no distractions.</li>
<li>Light some candles, incense, or some diffuser of sorts - This prepares the mood and sets the stage. Research more about the kind of scents that make your brain more in tune with work. My fragrance/scent of choice is Sandalwood. Got some sandalwood + natural pyrethrum incense sticks. This clears 2 steps 1. eliminating distractions: mosquitos and 2. propping up my environment.</li>
<li>Make sure everything you&rsquo;ll need is at arm&rsquo;s length</li>
<li>Keep a small notebook to jot down things you may encounter as during flow state you may realize a sharp rise in the brain&rsquo;s ability to find solutions and ideas.</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="5-dont-multitask-or-procrastinate">5. Don&rsquo;t Multitask or Procrastinate</h3>
<p>Multitasking and Procrastinating kill flow state.</p>
<ol>
<li>Have a todo list</li>
<li>Avoid doing 2 things at a time</li>
<li>Start with an easier task then slowly do more challenging tasks(not too challenging read step no 2)</li>
<li>Try the Pomodoro technique or the alternative <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUjGZJIgse0"><strong>Animedoro technique</strong></a></li>
</ol>
<h4 id="our-partner-of-today-santa-lucia-fragrance">Our partner of today: <a href="https://santaluciafragrance.com/?ref=kuzqn53jomp-"><strong>Santa Lucia Fragrance</strong></a></h4>
<p>Santa Lucia Fragrance has an oil diffusing kit that will help you achieve flow state. Especially if you choose their <strong><em>&ldquo;Work&rdquo;</em></strong> scent. This goes a long way to helping you achieve flow state and boost your confidence. Aside from their oil diffuser, they also sell 3 unique and different fragrances for Work/Office/To Conquering, Play/Sensual/Come Closer, and Everyday.</p>
<p>And they are giving you <strong>10% off all their products</strong>. Better hurry, their products sell out fast. Linked down below are their oil diffuser kit, car diffuser kit, and their 3 fragrances. <strong>The coupon code is: STEPHENAJULU</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://santaluciafragrance.com/products/home-diffuser?ref=kuzqn53jomp-&amp;variant=40258955575467"><strong>Santa Lucia Fragrance Oil Diffuser Kit</strong></a></li>
<li><a href="https://santaluciafragrance.com/products/car-diffuser?ref=kuzqn53jomp-"><strong>Santa Lucia Fragrance Car Diffuser Kit</strong></a></li>
<li><a href="https://santaluciafragrance.com/collections/all-fragrances/products/set-of-3?ref=kuzqn53jomp-"><strong>Santa Lucia Fragrance 3 Perfume Kit</strong></a></li>
</ul>
<p>Check out their other products and learn more about the science that went into the designing of their scent: <a href="https://santaluciafragrance.com/?ref=kuzqn53jomp-">Santa Lucia Fragrance</a></p>
<p><a href="https://santaluciafragrance.com/pages/science-of-scent"><strong>Science of Their Scent</strong></a></p>
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&lt;p&gt;Many times we keep old torn clothes and there are some clothes we rarely wear. I believe every year we need to do something I call &amp;ldquo;a wardrobe refresh&amp;rdquo;, where we get rid of clothes we don&amp;rsquo;t wear, the torn ones and the impractical ones and buy a new set.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;So I recently realized, just having&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I recently took a good look into my wardrobe and what I realized was eye-opening.</p>
<p>Many times we keep old torn clothes and there are some clothes we rarely wear. I believe every year we need to do something I call &ldquo;a wardrobe refresh&rdquo;, where we get rid of clothes we don&rsquo;t wear, the torn ones and the impractical ones and buy a new set.</p>
<p>So I recently realized, just having</p>
<ol>
<li>2 black round-neck and v-neck T-shirts(2 sizes)</li>
<li>2 grey round-neck and v-neck T-shirts(2 sizes)</li>
<li>2 white round-neck and v-neck T-shirts(2 sizes)</li>
<li>4 pairs of sweatpants</li>
<li>4 hoddies</li>
<li>6 Suits</li>
<li>4 Pull/Turtle Neck Sweaters</li>
<li>2 Coats(one for really cold days)</li>
<li>Trenchcoat</li>
<li>Gloves</li>
<li>2 Scarfs</li>
<li>7 boxers/briefs</li>
<li>2 shorts</li>
<li>6 pairs of jeans(light wash blue, dark wash blue, black, white, &ldquo;designer&rdquo; and grey)</li>
<li>3 pairs of shoes</li>
<li>and 3 knit Sweaters</li>
</ol>
<p>Is enough. You don&rsquo;t need a whole lot of clothes. Some in this list can be substituted and others removed completely.</p>
<p>So now I have begun my wardrobe refresh, slowly phasing and replacing the old while adding the new as I go. And the best thing is, you can give your old clothing to charity and children&rsquo;s homes. I believe in charity and zero waste. I embrace minimalism, essentialism, and frugal living.</p>
<p>That&rsquo;s it for now, please share, subscribe and comment.</p>
<p>Before you go. I found a great place where you can buy essential items for your wardrobe refresh and this place&rsquo;s name is <a href="https://www.esntls.co/?ref=kuzqn53jomp-">ESNTLS</a>(Essentials). They have given me coupon code where you can get 10% off all their products. Here&rsquo;s their link: <a href="https://www.esntls.co/?ref=kuzqn53jomp-" title="https://www.esntls.co/?ref=kuzqn53jomp-">https://www.esntls.co/?ref=kuzqn53jomp-</a> and here&rsquo;s the coupon code I was given: STEPHENAJULU. The link already has this coupon code applied. This is a great place to refresh your wardrobe, they have clothing for both ladies and gentlemen, I suggest you check it out, I am also working on buying most of the things I need from them.</p>
<h4 id="well-bye">Well, Bye!</h4>
]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/resetwardrobe.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>My Automatic Feed Item URL Shortener and Sender to Email</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/my-automatic-feed-item-url-shortener-and-sender-to-email/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2021 08:00:00 +0300</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/my-automatic-feed-item-url-shortener-and-sender-to-email/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Hi there! Welcome back. I&amp;rsquo;m experiencing Nairobi&amp;rsquo;s chilly morning. Woke up around 2.30 am. Anyway, i&amp;rsquo;d like to introduce a new tool. one I sadly can&amp;rsquo;t use as it requires I upgrade to a professional account. It&amp;rsquo;s a multistep zap.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Here&amp;rsquo;s the low down.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;It takes this blog&amp;rsquo;s feed, extracts the post URL, and then feeds it into Zapier&amp;rsquo;s URL shortener which then shortens the URL, passes it to the Email by Zapier which then email&amp;rsquo;s me the shortened URL with buttons for sharing the new short URL.&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi there! Welcome back. I&rsquo;m experiencing Nairobi&rsquo;s chilly morning. Woke up around 2.30 am. Anyway, i&rsquo;d like to introduce a new tool. one I sadly can&rsquo;t use as it requires I upgrade to a professional account. It&rsquo;s a multistep zap.</p>
<p>Here&rsquo;s the low down.</p>
<p>It takes this blog&rsquo;s feed, extracts the post URL, and then feeds it into Zapier&rsquo;s URL shortener which then shortens the URL, passes it to the Email by Zapier which then email&rsquo;s me the shortened URL with buttons for sharing the new short URL.</p>
<p>It&rsquo;s a simple thing yet so  intriguing,</p>
<p>Zap apps used:</p>
<ul>
<li>RSS by Zapier(can be replaced with other stuff like Netlify or google docs etc)</li>
<li>Url Shortener by Zapier</li>
<li>Email by Zapier(can be replaced with Gmail or your email provider of choice)</li>
</ul>
<p>I have 2 free workarounds.</p>
<ol>
<li>Create a zap that extracts the feed post URL and adds it to Google Sheets, 1st column, which then using scripts, shortens the URL and places it next to the long URL, column 2. After this, create another zap that takes the shortened URL from column 2 and sends it to Gmail with readily placed share buttons.</li>
<li>This follows a similar method as the first but branches off in that after the short URL is in the sheet, you can now make multiple zaps pulling that short URL then sending it to social media e.g twitter, facebook, Linkedin, etc</li>
</ol>
]]></content:encoded><media:content url="https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/afiussg.webp" medium="image"/></item><item><title>5 Places To Spray A Fragrance On For A More Powerful and Long Lasting Effect</title><link>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/5-places-to-spray-a-fragrance-on-for-a-more-powerful-and-long-lasting-effect/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Apr 2021 10:05:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/5-places-to-spray-a-fragrance-on-for-a-more-powerful-and-long-lasting-effect/</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Hi! Today I&amp;rsquo;ll teach you hidden body fragrance techniques for a lasting and more powerful effect.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 id="1-back-of-the-neck"&gt;1. Back of The Neck&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You see anywhere with a lot of veins tend to be slightly warmer than the rest of the body. Spraying the back of your neck with your fragrance of choice is assured to spread more evenly and last longer. Plus every time you enter a room, you&amp;rsquo;ll leave a trail of your fragrance as you walk.&lt;/p&gt;</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi! Today I&rsquo;ll teach you hidden body fragrance techniques for a lasting and more powerful effect.</p>
<h2 id="1-back-of-the-neck">1. Back of The Neck</h2>
<p>You see anywhere with a lot of veins tend to be slightly warmer than the rest of the body. Spraying the back of your neck with your fragrance of choice is assured to spread more evenly and last longer. Plus every time you enter a room, you&rsquo;ll leave a trail of your fragrance as you walk.</p>
<h2 id="2-front-sides-of-your-neck">2. Front Sides of Your Neck</h2>
<p>Spraying here achieves a similar effect only twice as strong because you see the sides of your neck house the Jugular Vein and the Carotid Artery, these are heat centers as warm blood travels up and down the neck. Spraying here means, you can start by smelling high tones, the at the middle of the day mid-tones then finally low tones thanks to the heat.</p>
<h2 id="3-below-your-palms">3. Below your palms</h2>
<p>This is another heating zone that can be taken advantage of via spraying perfume on them.</p>
<h2 id="4-chest-area">4. Chest Area</h2>
<p>The chest contains 2 of the most important organs, the heart, and the lungs. It&rsquo;s also one of the hot areas due to the activity and warm blood.</p>
<h2 id="5-armpits">5. Armpits</h2>
<p>I won&rsquo;t explain this as you are probably already applying some sort of fragrance. I recommend pairing a perfume and a deodorant.</p>
<h2 id="bonus-6-inside-your-elbows">Bonus: 6. Inside your elbows</h2>
<p>You see just like the armpits the inside of your elbows pack some heat, spraying here is beneficial.</p>
<h2 id="bonus-7-your-hair">Bonus 7: Your Hair</h2>
<p>There&rsquo;s a hidden technique known as &ldquo;<strong>Layering</strong>&rdquo;, packing a hair spray makes sure 1 Your hair won&rsquo;t smell and 2 there will be a scented bubble all around you.</p>
<p>I recommend using a maximum of any 3 of these techniques. Stop wasting perfume by spraying the air then moving to the sprayed area. Do not overapply otherwise you&rsquo;ll come off as obnoxious. Don&rsquo;t use more than 1 perfume for the body unless you know what you are doing. Stop spraying on clothes otherwise, each perfume you use will compound and confuse.</p>
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<p>Buy to get closer to conquering every day.</p>
<p>Here&rsquo;s the detailed info on the 3 perfumes</p>
<h4 id="come-closer">COME CLOSER</h4>
<p>SEXY | SEDUCTIVE | MAGNETIC</p>
<p>Scent: Bergamot - Turkish Rose - Iris Sandalwood</p>
<p>As soon as you walk into a room, women notice you. You carry yourself with seductive energy. When women approach you and ask what you are wearing, you tell them, Come Closer.</p>
<h4 id="to-conquering">TO CONQUERING</h4>
<p>INTENTIONAL | FOCUSED | POWERFUL</p>
<p>Scent: Grapefruit - St. Thomas Pepper - Oak Moss</p>
<p>Even if you are not the boss, you are destined to conquer. You are the CEO of your life. Be a man of class and taste, known to be focused and powerful.</p>
<h4 id="everyday">EVERYDAY</h4>
<p>UPLIFTING | CONFIDENT | FRESH</p>
<p>Scent: Grapefruit - Cardamom - Cedarwood</p>
<p>Your everyday fragrance. Something that isn&rsquo;t too empowering but, when notices, compliments you without effort. For the times you see a long-lost ex-girlfriend or someone important you stumble across, you&rsquo;re always leaving them an impression.</p>
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