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6 Marvellous Kitchen Designs that Will Surely Amaze You
If you have a family that enjoys starting a day with breakfast during which you discuss your plans for a day, or finishing a day with dinner where everyone is telling each other how they have spent their day; if you like to entertain your friends and family, then your kitchen is one of the most important places in your home. You spend a lot of time in it but you change the look of it pretty rarely. We want our kitchens to be places where we feel comfortable and enjoy spending time in, and sometimes it is just not possible when you look at the same old kitchen walls, cupboards, floors, furniture, and appliances day after day. Maybe it is time for some changes and renovations when your kitchen is in question.
By Emily Wilson5 years ago in Lifehack
Fun Things to Do on the Internet When You’re Bored
Boredom is a huge problem that drains energy and can prove harmful mostly for people with chaotic schedules. What is important is not to feel bored for long, because it can be detrimental. What you need to do is find an activity that will keep you busy. Also, try not to kill time, but spend it so what you’re doing brings you joy. Sleeping all day and wandering off to dreamland in your head is easy, but not beneficial. Checking email and social networks is also a bad idea, because it messes up attention span and causes anxiety and stress.
By Marco Lopo5 years ago in Lifehack
How to Budget and Save Money
When it comes to saving and budgeting money, it can be difficult, especially when you don't even know where to begin. Weather it be budgeting to save up for that house you want or just to have emergency funds, it can be difficult to start. But it is not impossible. There are three simple steps to follow before you begin to budget.
By Angel McCall5 years ago in Lifehack
How I Got a Bunch of Free Stuff Writing for Companies
There is a lot of power in giving a company your feedback—be it positive or negative. I've learned this through the years, but it wasn't until this year that I went pretty hard at it. You may have heard of the Flattery Project or the 39 Dollar Experiment. Either way, my best bet is that you're trying to save money.A few years ago, the show Extreme Couponing blew up. A lot of people had doubts and concerns and while I don't feel that Extreme Couponing really shows how realistic couponing is, it can still save you a lot of money. So, I started with Dawn. I got a few dollar off coupons, coupons for Lay's as well and walked out of a Dollar Tree (yes, they accept coupons!) only paying $0.06 for everything. On top of that, I'm not from a well to do family, but I know that there are people who need help even more than us—and animals. I ended up receiving Purina coupons and being able to use them to donate to our local shelter. You find the best deal in your area and apply the coupons. I get a lot from coupons.com, but a lot of the holy grail (free item coupons) come from giving feedback to companies. I've gotten two free VIP ones from So Delicious, along with Tofutti also giving me one VIP coupon, on top of several high value ones. Another favorite was Chobani yogurt and not only for the savings, but they truly put thought into the hand written card that came with the coupons.On top of that, I'd also written Wiley Wallaby and they told me they'd send samples instead of coupons. SAMPLES. They weren't SAMPLES, they were FULL SIZED BAGS! Five of them! All in all, I'd say it's worth it to write companies but I'd also say to remember to BE HONEST. Some companies will offer stuff even if you aren't complimenting, but a complaint has to be an honest complaint. The thing is, companies love to hear what a good job they're doing when they're working hard and most days they're filled with complaints.Oh, yeah! If you're a parent with a kid who loves Go-Go SqueeZ, they sent us some coupons along with temporary tattoos for the kids! If you're an expecting mother, a lot of companies like Gerber, Similac and others send high value coupons to you as well.
By Candi Hernandez5 years ago in Lifehack
Feel Safer at Home When You Live Alone
When you live by yourself or you spend hours home alone, the evenings can get a little unnerving. This is especially problematic if you have the bad habit of letting your imagination run wild. Even the smallest creaking sound may send you into a panic. By putting some of these suggestions into practice, you can help yourself feel safer.
By Indy Summers5 years ago in Lifehack
3 New Ways to Go Green on a Budget
We’re in a time where our Instagram feeds are teeming with ads for beautifully-designed, less harmful products. All it takes is an excited tap on a few of these posts to realize that you have to have a celebrity income for most of them.
By Alexa Whitney5 years ago in Lifehack
Save More Money with These 10 Epic Lifehacks
If there's anything that I've become incredibly adept at doing, it's saving up extra cash. Though I do love living the high life, I can't really afford to party like a rock star quite yet. So, I have to be pretty good at figuring out what I can afford, how I can afford it, and how I can have a little extra after all is said and done.
By Rowan Marley5 years ago in Lifehack
How to Spruce Up Your Bedroom’s Interior Design
Your bedroom is your sanctuary. It’s where you to go retreat from a stressful day. And it’s quite possibly the most special room in your house, so it would make sense to surround yourself by colors, fabrics, and decor that make you feel calm, cozy, and comforted.
By Casey Chesterfield5 years ago in Lifehack