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How to do just about anything; life hacks to navigate obstacles of all types, from the trivial to the severe.
Finding the Perfect Book
If you spend any amount of time in your local library or bookstore, you have probably realized that there are hundreds and hundreds of books to choose from. Unless you are one of the lucky few who enters one of these establishments with a particular title in mind, you may find yourself wandering down aisle after aisle, staring at shelf after shelf trying to find your next read. Well, here are a few questions that might help you the next time you find yourself wandering aimlessly through the stacks.
By Kurt Mason5 years ago in Lifehack
Surviving Valentine's on a Tight Budget
Many people say they hate Valentine's Day because it's so commercial, expensive, and forced. They're not wrong, but some people truly love it. What do you do when you're the person that hates the dreaded February 14th, but you're with a person that loves it? The answer is to make the most of it in a way that makes you both happy.
By Diane Nivens5 years ago in Lifehack
How to Dehumidify a Basement Without the Use of a Dehumidifier
Moisture level in the atmosphere of your house may be different from the outside atmosphere. If you live in a place that experiences heavy humidity most times of the year, you may find that you may require to use a dehumidifier to reduce the moisture content inside your house. It is needless to say that high humidity may give rise to multiple problems. It may be the sole factor behind the growth of mold and mildew, which can play havoc with the different things at home. If left to grow, mold and mildew can easily damage your upholstery, the wooden furniture at home, and also the walls of your rooms. It may also give rise to various breathing issues that can get severe with time.
By Patty McDaniels5 years ago in Lifehack
How to Spice Up a Confined Living Space
Moving to a big city is all fun and games until you realize how small your living space has to be. This means there is less room for excess stuff and more room for creativity. Making the most out of a small space can be challenging, but it will be well worth it in the long run. Take these tips into consideration when looking to make the most out of your confined living space.
By Marshall Stevenson5 years ago in Lifehack
Bullet Journalling—The Basics
It can be all kinds of intimidating to look at Pinterest and see the gorgeous decorative bullet journals people have come up with. Most of us are just not that artistic; I'm certainly not. But, fear not! It's still possible to have an awesome bullet journal, and it really is the content that matters, not the presentation.
By Ashley L. Peterson5 years ago in Lifehack
How to Throw an Incredible Circus-Themed Birthday Celebration
Although the thought of the circus might conjure up memories of the Big Apple or Barnum and Bailey, the modern circus has been around since the 1700s. Of course, it really took off in the United States when P.T. Barnum launched his traveling oddities exhibition. By the late 1800s, the circus was known as the most popular form of entertainment in the entire country.
By Casey Chesterfield5 years ago in Lifehack
10 Lifehacks for Shy People
Being shy isn't easy, especially if you have a tendency of not knowing what to say. I ought to know, because I'm one of the most socially awkward people I know. I don't really have an easy time connecting with people naturally, so over the years, I managed to train myself to become more social.
By Iggy Paulsen5 years ago in Lifehack
How to Get Store-Bought, Hardened Slime out of Carpet
Upon giving my three and a half-year-old daughter her first tub of slime to have loads of supervised fun with, I made it a point to tell her father not to allow her to take it to her room. She has a habit of stashing toys in there for nap time. I won't point any fingers here, but this is his fault.
By Rayelle Paulson5 years ago in Lifehack
Rent or Buy?
Should you rent or buy? So, you are done with renting and dealing with landlords. The market is good. Mortgage rates are low. You think it is time for a home of your own. Maybe you just got married, or moved, or had a baby. Maybe you want a place you can fix up your own way. Maybe you just like the idea of being a homeowner. Whatever is motivating you to leave the land of renting for home ownership, you are not alone.
By Matthew Evans5 years ago in Lifehack
How to Move out as a Teenager—Part Two
So here we are. Your friends have unloaded the last of your things from the boots of their chugging Peugeot cars, and the door clicks shut behind them. Alone, in a hallway of an unfamiliar house you clutch the shiny new keys that you will, inevitably torture yourself over losing and finding from here on out-seriously, first thing first... get a lanyard. It's quiet, and the world is officially your oyster. Hello to independence and adulthood (haha, who are we fooling.)
By Elle White 5 years ago in Lifehack
How to Create a Beginner Budget
Sitting down to get your finances together can be overwhelming. Perhaps you are afraid to look at the balance on your credit card bill or know that you have some medical bills that have not been paid. Still, it is something that must be done in order to secure a better financial future.
By Brandi Brown5 years ago in Lifehack