Sentences with phrase «as a distraction when»

But I love the concept, particularly as something I can pull out as a distraction when I need it.

I think the most important part of technology use is finding balance — and not falling into the trap of using screens as a distraction when our little ones are seeking, or in need of, connection.

Yet, regardless of shape, size, or fitness level, the mirror can serve as a distraction when we focus too much on how we look, comparing ourselves to others around us.

Embrace physical activity as a distraction when you start obsessing over your ex.

Others may see affairs as a means to avoid intimacy or as a distraction when facing a crossroad.

Not exact matches

When things don't go well at home, it tears me apart emotionally and is a distraction to me as well.

Given the approach American political leadership has taken to the aftermath of the devastation in Puerto Rico, Musk provided a rare a glimmer of hope when he talked about rebuilding the destroyed electrical grid using solar power — though some have argued that his comments in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria may serve as a distraction from the enormous challenges the island faces.

When Donald Trump was seen by many in the media as a side - show with no real chance of becoming president, his behavior on Twitter (twtr) was an amusing distraction.

The suggestions didn't receive as much attention as they should have when they were released — blame bigger distractions, such as Doug Ford's election as Ontario Progressive Conservative leader.

Personally i think those specific prayers are a distraction most of the times we pray these prayers because its what we think we need and often thats not the case.The better way is to just trust the holy spirit let him lead i think we miss the awesomeness of doing it Gods way its easy not difficult.The struggle is difficult when we are walking by the flesh and trying to do it our way.When i got to the point where i said to the God i am not going to do it my way anymore and i submit to you because know whats best for me.Change me and when i feel the wrong desires or temptation to walk by the flesh i just say Lord you know i am weak and i can not live a christian life without you help me.As soon as i do that it is effortless theres no struggle thats how we should grow.I am excited with what God is doing in my life he has opened his word i am seeing the fruit of his life impacting mine and i am changing day by day.I am walking by faith and not slipping back into my old desires i know what it means to be an overcomer sin does not have dominion over me anymore.In myself i can not boast because it is the power of God at work in my life and i give all the praise back to God.brentnz

When masturbation is treated in this almost perfunctory manner, as a physiological catharsis, it can be a very healthy means of quickly ridding yourself of unwanted sexual feelings and distractions.

I can only grieve that most exegetes still represent Luke as continuing to foster ecstasy as the mark of the Spirit's coming when Luke substituted foreign languages for «tongues» to dispel that distraction.

Father and mother, sisters, brothers, and friends are felt as interfering distractions; for sensitiveness and narrowness, when they occur together, as they often do, require above all things a simplified world to dwell in.

Clocking in at around six minutes each, the episodes are perfectly portioned as welcome distractions for when you're avoiding all those midday work emails.

When problems arise they must be dealt with quickly as a food service operator has little time for distractions from their core business.

I agree, that life is better when part of dinner is made in advance... such a time saver and gives you a little time to focus on the main dish without as many distractions!

When your running game is this good, it serves as a hearty distraction even in obvious passing situations.

The defense has been equally as forgettable and got an unneeded distraction earlier this week, when Damontre Moore was released after a series of locker room incidents.

It becomes pretty obvious when screaming the N - word, killing someone, obstructing justice, multiple rape charges, domestic abuse, dog fighting, locker room brawls, reality show drama don't qualify as distractions in the name of winning but this somehow does.

As for the Sanchez, distraction is the last thing he needs from that CF when he just started to enjoy it up there and we too.

Everton, who have the added distraction of a Europa League campaign (provided they are not outwitted by eastern European opposition in the third qualifying round) have already invested heavily and can thank a «buy low sell high «transfer policy in the past which has seen big money roll in when selling players such as Fellaini and Stones, in addition to this year's probable transfers - out income.

Making a distinction as to whether a child is seeking entertainment or distraction can be helpful in determining if and when it is an appropriate use of a child's time and attention.

Learning the job of motherhood is hard enough without the distractions of responsibilities outside the home, but when you're trying to maintain your identity as a working woman you have an intensified need for the lessons taught by breastfeeding.

I use the books to act as a barrier and distraction for when David's getting a shot or an IV put in.

Fast - paced TV shows, video games, and computers often serve as distractions to children when they're trying to get something accomplished.

Make sure that you watch for sleepy signs (such as eye - rubbing, yawning, distraction, staring into space) and get her down for a nap when you see the FIRST signs.

6) Create a Distraction: Diaper changing is often easier when children are distracted by something positive such as a funny made - up diaper changing song, a countdown so they know when it will be over, or a special toy they can play with while you are changing.

This song can work wonders as a distraction during diaper changes and is also great for keeping your baby awake on short car rides when you don't want him to nap just yet.

It can really help to seek some privacy and avoid distractions when pumping, so make sure your partner appreciates this and helps you achieve it, even if it's as simple as cutting down on the jokes!

I'm glad we have both kinds because it added a lot of variety to those moments when our baby was hysterical from sore gums and the different styles served as a distraction for her.

Some mothers have used the tv as a distraction — only when baby nurses do the older children get to watch a show.

If you have a baby that is in a stage where he hates being out of your hand, you can depend on the mirror and birds on the swing as they can serve as a distraction to your baby when placed in the swing.

When you're ready to tell, choose a time to talk about it when your child is relaxed and not dealing with any distractions or other stressful changes, such as starting daycare or getting over a cWhen you're ready to tell, choose a time to talk about it when your child is relaxed and not dealing with any distractions or other stressful changes, such as starting daycare or getting over a cwhen your child is relaxed and not dealing with any distractions or other stressful changes, such as starting daycare or getting over a cold.

These three sayings about capture the current Nigerian season of hysteria, in which the unwritten code is yak to no end as to the Armageddon to come, when common sense dictates reasonable quiet, lest a fatal distraction, of those trying to fix this economic miasma, which has worsened Nigeria's crisis of nationhood.

Are we really talking about grading crimes against the person in terms of whether it is «the worst», perhaps the «second worst», «well, not as bad as that time when...»??? The suggestions of levels of «badness», therefore levels of deserved help is a stupid distraction from the issues.

Finally, when you post a video to YouTube or a similar hosting site, pay close attention to the description and keywords you include along with the video clip itself — they're extremely important in helping users of the site find your content as they search for information (or momentary distraction).

He was silent when King rightly described the moratorium as a bad idea, a «distraction» — for which the commissioner has been predictably repaid with protests calling for his dismissal.

«When you get to the point where, because of various personal distractions, you can't serve as effectively as you need to, at the time when people are worrying about jobs, and their mortgages, and paying the bills — then you should probably step back.&raWhen you get to the point where, because of various personal distractions, you can't serve as effectively as you need to, at the time when people are worrying about jobs, and their mortgages, and paying the bills — then you should probably step back.&rawhen people are worrying about jobs, and their mortgages, and paying the bills — then you should probably step back.»

Blair Horner, of the New York Public Interest Research Group, said that the law has served as a distraction in a year when Albany has been rocked by the conviction of two former legislative leaders and a federal investigation into Cuomo's economic development projects.

Professor Jose Valderas, one of the lead researchers from the University of Exeter Medical School, said: «When you're trying to diagnose cancer, other illnesses can be a distraction either because they also require attention or because they can mask what would otherwise be flagged as a possible sign of cancer.

The bulkier white matter may be what gives men their ability to focus intently on work and tune out distractions, as well as their clear - cut superiority when it comes to spatial reasoning, says Ruben Gur, a psychologist and director of the Brain Behavior Laboratory at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.

The exercise intervention was also effective in improving word recall via a «list learning task,» i.e., when people were read a list of 15 words and asked to remember and repeat as many words as possible on five consecutive attempts, and again after a distraction of being given another list of words.

But the researchers say these experiments have shortcomings, as they don't explore situations when distractions and reduced cognitive control could be helpful, making the conclusions fairly one sided.

Also, when creating a more mindful space, try to keep it clear from as many electrical distractions as possible.

While in my case, surgical excision of the disease has brought about a vast improvement, when I previously suffered from pain I'd find that what helped the most was distraction, such as going for a rigorous run or a bike ride in the rain.

A few tips to help you improve digestion are to practice mindful eating, such as sitting when you're eating, eating away from distractions, eating slowly, thoroughly chewing your food and eating until 75 % full.

Walls» eccentric mother and alcoholic father would stir the the children's imagination with hope as a distraction to their poverty... Her world gets turned upside down when they move to New York to be near her.»

When it comes to Hollywood blockbusters, that's often the best one can hope for, and Scott Pilgrim might almost be described as a better sort of misogynistic film because if offers distractions from its misogyny rather than foregrounding it as so many others do.

When a sex scandal breaks at the end of a president's re-election campaign, his spin doctor (Robert De Niro) hires a Hollywood producer (Dustin Hoffman) to cook up a fake war as a distraction.

Initially, Gordo provides Robyn with a welcome distraction, but when his attentions become inappropriate, she learns that her husband's past may not be as he represents it.