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11 Unique and Creative Ways to Use a PopSocket (That's Not on Your Phone)
When I first saw a display for PopSocket grips at the mall, I'll admit I was a little skeptical. I just wasn't sure what purpose they would really serve. Today, I'm not ashamed to admit I couldn't have been more wrong. Not only do I use my PopSocket every single day with my iPhone, I have discovered tons of creative ways to use a PopSocket that have nothing to do with its usefulness on my phone. If, like me, you were once a skeptic, I invite you to read through these many unique PopSocket ideas.
Joseph D. N. KendrickPublished 5 years ago in LifehackI Tried Shed to Store All My Stuff—Here’s What Happened
When you’re married to a DJ, you tend to get used to certain things. You get used to hearing beats coursing through your apartment on a daily basis. You get used to going to parties on a Tuesday, after working a full shift at work. You also get used to seeing DJ equipment—a lot of it.
Riley Raul ReesePublished 5 years ago in LifehackHow to Move Out as a Teenager—What You Must Consider
I moved out of my family home at 18-years-old. I was not kicked out, but circumstances within the home became very difficult, to the point that I found that it was an impossible place to live. To do so, would mean that I would go backwards rather than forwards in recovering from depression and mental illness. It was a painful and disappointing endeavor, but one I am glad I made. It had seemed impossible, I didn't know where to begin and I needed to move quickly.
Elle WhitePublished 5 years ago in LifehackDecluttering 101: Trans Edition
It’s that time of year where everyone's talking about “new year, new me!” and “out with the old, in with the new.” For some people, decluttering and downsizing is a huge part of that process. There are plenty of articles out there that give you tips and tricks on how to do this properly, but very few articles take into consideration the effect that being transgender has on the decluttering process. When I first did the minimalism challenge in January of this year, I found that my decluttering process was guided by my experience as a trans person. For example, when downsizing my jewelry collection, the items personalised with my dead name were among the first things to go. So if you’re trans, and thinking of decluttering for the new year, this article is here to offer some unique tips and tricks. Please keep in mind that these are all only suggestions, and they may not all work for everyone.
Max FisherPublished 5 years ago in LifehackChristmas on the Cheap
Christmas has become severely commercialized and most of us can agree that it can be wallet draining. We want to shower the people we love with beautiful jewelry and new cars, but it can backfire on us. Our economy is more stable than in the past, but still a lot of people live paycheck to paycheck. There are a lot of reasons for this, but with Christmas especially, many people cannot afford such extravagant gifts. Some people even tend to go further into debt around the holidays while others rely on a holiday bonus that any company can revoke if they so please.
Kathryn ParkerPublished 5 years ago in LifehackLearning Lifehacks for Study Night
Whether it's study night or for long term application, the truth with learning is that one size does not fit all. There are five different learning styles according to the VARK model, so if we can identify your style, you can capitalize on your style’s particular strengths. Let’s dive in and start by taking a look at the five different types of learning.
Conrad MorningstarPublished 5 years ago in LifehackI Tried Out the Eco-Friendly Buffy Comforter; Did It Live Up to the Hype?
I always try to decrease my carbon footprint where I can. I recycle, I buy local produce, and overall try to be an eco-friendly consumer. I'm not perfect, of course, as a lot of products might be considered "better" for the environment, but... they don't always work the same. And they can be really expensive. I'm not made of money over here!
Katie MarchbankPublished 5 years ago in Lifehack5 Ways to Make Your Negotiations Impressive
Negotiation is a daily process for every human being. You negotiate when you are picking the restaurant to eat with your partner. Or when you are trying to discuss a promotion with your boss. Sometimes it works well to your advantage. Other times, not so much, it can leave you swimming in depth of infuriating circles.
Toni KorazaPublished 6 years ago in LifehackHow to Get Rid of Bed Bugs
It's embarrassing to admit, but I had a bed bug infestation. They ate my girlfriend up every night. We weren't even sure what they were until we did some investigating.
Scott Allen HamPublished 6 years ago in Lifehack10 Lifehacks Every Salesperson Should Know
Working in sales is a special type of brutal. It's the kind of brutality that has people insulting you to your face, working against you while you're trying to make ends meet, and also where you find yourself being forced to keep a smile on your face for no apparent reason.
Riley Raul ReesePublished 6 years ago in Lifehack10 Awesome Lifehacks for First-time Home Buyers
When it comes to things that should be exciting but actually turn out to be stressful, buying your first home is at the top of the list. Prices are steep, inventory is limited, and finding a great agent isn’t easy. In fact, it can be pretty rough.
10 Lifehacks That Will Cut Cord Clutter Down Immensely
In the age of technology, one simply cannot escape the chaos of cords. Cell phone chargers, television hookups, gaming necessities, headphones—the curse of the cable hangs over us all. They wrap around each other, around table legs and cell phones and whatever objects they can find, and create absolute chaos. However, in the age of technology, you can't just get rid of them. One must make the most of the hand one is dealt, and in this case, find ways to organize and order those awful messes. To that end, here are some handy lifehacks that will cut cord clutter down to a minimum and help you keep track of what cord goes to what, which plug plugs in where, and all the other mistakes that endless matching cords may cause.
Nicola P. YoungPublished 6 years ago in Lifehack