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Better Gmail 2 Extension Fixes Posted
Posted by Gina Trapani at 8:18 AM on January 27, 2008
Google rolled out some code changes to Gmail this week which unexpectedly broke several user scripts included in the Better Gmail 2 Firefox extension. Thanks to several quick-on-their-feet developers, I just released a new version of the extension that fixes (and in some cases, removes) problematic scripts. Get your Folders4Gmail, Google Reader Integration, and Gmail Macros working again. Download the new version after the jump, or simply choose update from Firefox's Add-ons dialogue.
Commit to healthy eating and better the environment at the same time by dedicating five days to improving the quality of food that you buy and store in your home. On the first day, clean out your refrigerator of any highly-processed foods (or better yet, donate them to a local food bank). After your clean-up is complete, go on a shopping spree for locally-grown and organic fruits and vegetables. When you are shopping, seek out labels that indicate that the food is either organic, fair trade, or certified naturally grown. Look into establishing a routine of eating two locally-sourced meals per week. Finally, on the last day, commit to one meal without meat. It's not too difficult to get started on a healthy eating path that will also benefit the environment. It can be a really rewarding and exciting experience.
Why do people like to travel? Often, it's because they want to broaden their horizons, escape from the boring monotony of everyday life, and to experience new cultures. Who says, though, that you have to do that by hopping on a plane and going to a new place? Ririan Project proposes that you can experience these travel benefits without even leaving your home. For something fun and exciting, start a new hobby. Your town likely is populated by people from many different cultural backgrounds, so grab a bite of foreign cuisine at a new restaurant. Visit the historic monuments or tourist attractions that you've been meaning to see in your hometown. In preparation for a big trip, learn a language. To get more information about any city (and to psych yourself up for a real trip), just go online. 
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Let your anxiety melt away with deep breathing exercises that are often associated with Kundalini Yoga. If you need to relax, set aside a few moments a day to practice deep-breathing to calm you down. 
Shy? Lonely? You're not alone. If you feel that social situations put you in an awkward position and you are looking to break out of your shell, the Succeed Socially website features articles on everything to turn from geek to social butterfly: advice on meeting new people, getting along with others, starting conversations, being funny (or seeming less weird), making eye contact, overcoming laziness, coping with nervousness, and more. Guys might also appreciate the articles on how to dance, beat shyness, and conquer the video game habit. Other social issues, such as drinking, are addressed. Even if you have some good social skills but feel they need a little brushing up on, the articles contained on the Succeed Socially site should give you some good direction and boost your confidence in any social situation. 
Did you get a lot of gifts this past holiday season? The bigger question: are you still using them? Weblog ThinkSimpleNow suggests that the novelty may wear off if it hasn't already. With all this extra "stuff," our homes and minds are filled with excess possessions and information. However, our perceptions should be that "less is more" and minimalism is far more important than having everything. Instead of rushing to do things quickly, slow down. Stop multitasking all the time; occasionally, do one thing at a time. Clear the clutter and remove any items you don't need. Control your spending habits to avoid accumulating all the excess. Most importantly, enjoy the time and possessions that you have. If you step back, relax, and "think simple," you can enjoy the pleasures in life, such as a beautiful sunset, without worrying about everything else that detracts from the experience of living.
