This Chart Will Tell You When to Use Ice or Heat for Pain.
If you have a headache, sprained ankle, or other pain, should you freeze it or apply heat? Refer to this handy reference table for a […]
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Google Photos Can Now Free up Space on Your Phone
Photos and videos usually take up most of the space on our devices. If you find that your phone is running out of space, there […]
Continue reading »Gift Awesome Gadgets and Things We Love
Not every cool gift idea falls into a neat little category. In fact, some of the best things don’t. That’s why we have a dedicated […]
Continue reading »Optimize Your Tax Return by Donating an Investment
It’s a few months until April, but as the year draws to a close, it’s time to start preparing our finances for tax season. If […]
Continue reading »An Explanation of All Google’s Confusing Music Services
Last week Google launched YouTube Music to a few applause, a few groans and a lot of questions: “Don’t they have a music service yet?” […]
Continue reading »What to Expect From Thanksgiving Weekend Traffic
Thanksgiving is approaching, and chances are you will be on the road for some time over the long weekend. Google has released its annual traffic […]
Continue reading »Make It Easier to Open Sticky Cans With Vaseline
Not being able to open a can can be frustrating, but fighting the one you’ve fought with before is even worse. To prevent this, apply […]
Continue reading »Enjoy Your Food Even More by Slowing Down the Pace
You’ve probably read that eating slowly can keep you from overeating , but it turns out that it also contributes to a more pleasant sensory […]
Continue reading »“Switch” Your Caffeine Intake to Reduce Your Tolerance
I love my coffee as much as I love my next cup (and another after), but tolerating its effects can be a real lolom. If […]
Continue reading »Resist the Fear of Missing Out by Determining What You Get by Staying
The fear of missing out can lead to intense anxiety if you don’t know how to say no. To help, think for a moment what […]
Continue reading »If You Want Inspiration, You Need to Stop Working From Time to Time.
Maybe if you sit at your desk for a couple more hours, you end up with that revolutionary idea that you need, right? Not necessary. […]
Continue reading »This Diagram Shows How to Strike With the Left Hook.
Hopefully most of us won’t need to strike in real life, but if you need to defend, it’s good to know how to do it. […]
Continue reading »Black Friday Is Dying and It’s Good
Don’t get me wrong, there are some great deals this time of year. But queuing up for a cheap 55-inch TV? Do not need anymore. […]
Continue reading »Rustic Reclaimed Wood Workspace
Large L-shaped table resting on a massive tree branch. This is a completely natural, rustic workspace for two. We don’t have many details on this […]
Continue reading »Keep Your Touch-up Brush Fresh Overnight With a Can and a Latex Glove
Sometimes it takes more than a few sessions to complete a large drawing project. With this handy trick, you can keep your brush and touch […]
Continue reading »The Best Way to Achieve Your Goals Is to Publicly Record Your Progress.
We’ve talked about using the audience to motivate you before , but a recent meta-analysis of 138 different studies and experiments shows that it might […]
Continue reading »Google+ Is Undergoing a Makeover With a Focus on Communities and Collections
The fact that we do not want to use Google+ on all the services we use does not mean that this service did not have […]
Continue reading »Improve Your Handshake by Holding a Drink in Your Left Hand
Whether you’re at a big networking event or just a party where you don’t know anyone , you’re bound to meet someone and shake their […]
Continue reading »Save IPhone Email Attachments to ICloud Drive for Better Access From Anywhere
iOS: When you receive an email attachment on iOS, chances are you need to sort it out in another app. To make life easier for […]
Continue reading »Ask the Expert: All About Dental Health
Come and say hello to Dr. Mark Burchen . Dr. B approaches oral health from a broader perspective than just dental care: after all, your […]
Continue reading »Heal Your Broken Relationships Over the Holidays With This Six-Part Plan
Building relationships is hard work, but not an impossible task. To help you figure out where to start, The Wall Street Journal has put together […]
Continue reading »Hello Hipmunk – Virtual Travel Assistant, Connects to Your Calendar and Email
Travel planning usually takes a lot of effort. Travel site Hipmunk wants to help you with this with the help of its new travel planning […]
Continue reading »Use the Rule of Threes to Find Out If You Have Sleep Problems
Many people have trouble sleeping from time to time, but how do you know when your trouble falling asleep or falling asleep is causing concern? […]
Continue reading »Present Your Organization With These Tools
If you know someone preparing to travel, looking to tidy up their house, or tidy up messy cables, we’ve got you covered. These gifts can […]
Continue reading »Teach Your Kids to Program With Minecraft or Star Wars Guides
Coding is a valuable skill for children of all ages , and it becomes even more fun when they learn by playing with their favorite […]
Continue reading »I Paid to Get Rid of YouTube Ads and Now My Life Is Better
Last month Google introduced YouTube Red , a paid tier for YouTube that removes ads, among other cool features. I have been using it since […]
Continue reading »Fall Asleep Faster by Making a Brain Dump Before Bed
When you have a lot of thoughts at the end of the day, it can be difficult to fall asleep. If this sounds familiar to […]
Continue reading »Be Sure to Get a Veterinarian’s Certificate Before Flying With Your Pet
You may not be aware of this, but many airlines require you to consult a veterinarian before you fly with your pet. Make sure you […]
Continue reading »Roast a Turkey in an Hour by Slicing It First
Perfectly roasted turkey is fine, but not well known as a quick dish. For an hour ‘s worth of Thanksgiving main course, cut it open […]
Continue reading »Your Credit Report Now Includes Information About How You Pay Your Bills
When lenders give you money, they want to be sure you can get it back. If they think you are a “risky” borrower, this will […]
Continue reading »Use a Bottle of Whiskey to Build a Fire
Next time you go camping, be sure to bring a bottle of whiskey with you. No, not just for fun. You can use the whiskey […]
Continue reading »Keep Folded Shirts Visible With the KonMari Technique
If you have a wide variety of shirts, you might want them to be visible in the drawer when you fold them. The KonMari technique […]
Continue reading »“Everything in Moderation” Is a Terrible Rule of Thumb to Eat
If your favorite dietary advice overlaps with the junk food dealer’s favorite advice, you may need to reconsider your opinion. Moderation is attractive advice, but […]
Continue reading »Brand Congruent Bag
This doesn’t happen often, but sometimes the best accessories are those made by the same company as your bag. Case in point: In “Everyday Carry,” […]
Continue reading »Lemon Juice Prevents Rice From Sticking
Cooking rice isn’t rocket science, but keeping it from sticking together when you want a fluffy texture can be tricky. The fix is simple: just […]
Continue reading »Make a Cranberry Sauce That Can Be Used As a Jam
Cranberry sauce may be a Thanksgiving staple, but that doesn’t mean it should be out of the spotlight on November 27th. Here’s how to make […]
Continue reading »Explore Your State’s Cell Phone Tracking Laws With This Chart
Whether you have something to hide or not , privacy and the laws regarding your privacy are important. This interactive diagram shows what each state’s […]
Continue reading »“Hit While the Iron Is Cold”
You’ve probably heard the phrase “hit the iron while it’s hot,” but when emotions run high it is often best not to hit at all. […]
Continue reading »Homemade Canned Cranberry Sauce With a Jar of Whole Cranberries
Just because you suggested hosting a holiday dinner doesn’t mean you have to do everything from scratch . This simple trick will save you valuable […]
Continue reading »A Civilization-Inspired Budget Gives You Instant Insight Into Your Spending Habits
Budgets tend to be boring, versatile, and incredibly difficult to stick to because they don’t scale with you. Blogger Alex Recker and his wife were […]
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