Don’t Embarrass People (and What Does That Say About You When You Do)
Most of us have found ourselves in different situations, whether at work or with friends. And looking at you with the expectation that you will […]
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6 Best Internet Browsers to Protect Your Privacy
Every website you visit is tracking you in one form or another. Usually, these are cookies on the site – those small blocks of data […]
Continue reading »Always Take Ice Out of the Bag
No matter how efficient your ice making system is, at some point you will need to grab an ice pack for a party, meeting, or […]
Continue reading »How to Break Through the Lifting Plateau
When you start exercising, those first few weeks bring you happiness. Sure, maybe you get sick sometimes and don’t understand how to do each new […]
Continue reading »These “hot Tricks” for Abortion Are Really Bad
When the Supreme Court refused to block Texas-based SB8, which bans abortion after six weeks of pregnancy , by functionally banning the procedure altogether, it […]
Continue reading »Instant Miso Soup Is the Perfect Travel Food
Small bags of instant miso soup are as tasty as they are convenient. I eat miso soup for breakfast (with a poached egg, cooked in […]
Continue reading »How to Choose (and Package) the Perfect Duffel Bag
Gym fees are a bit like travel fees: you must have all the supplies you need for your destination, and you also need to organize […]
Continue reading »You Can Install Windows 11 on Unsupported Hardware, but You Might Not Want To
Microsoft’s stringent hardware requirements for the upcoming Windows 11 have left many users behind, but it turns out there is a way to install a […]
Continue reading »Stop Substituting Communication for Friendship (and Vice Versa)
Networking sucks, which means there’s no shortage of tips on how to have fun. One of the most common suggestions is, “Don’t socialize – make […]
Continue reading »How to Bulk Delete Emails in Gmail
I recently received a notification that my Gmail account is 90% full. I thought it was impossible because there should be unlimited space in Gmail. […]
Continue reading »The Best Way to Get a Permanent Marker From Your Whiteboard
Last June, my pupil came home on her last day of school with a folder of avant-garde sample letters “How to Turn a Pancake” and […]
Continue reading »How to Prevent Your Android and Its Apps From Tracking Your Location
Much to the chagrin of the major technology companies, no one wants their smartphone spying on them. However, by default, our mobile devices track our […]
Continue reading »Stop Adding Milk to Packaged Pasta and Cheese (but Do That Instead)
Last week I went on my first moose hunt with my dad and a couple of other guys. I haven’t been camping since I was […]
Continue reading »21 of Twitter’s Best Catholic Movies
Twitter user Jan St. Recently asked for a list of their favorite Catholic movies, leaving the interpretation open, and people were happy to suggest their […]
Continue reading »How to Turn on Adaptive Alexa Volume (so It’s Not Too Loud or Quiet)
It is unlikely that the noise level in your home will be constant. At any given time, there is a mixture of people talking and […]
Continue reading »Difference Between Universal Apps and Intel Apps (and Why It Matters for Your Mac M1)
Apple M1 Macs are renowned for their speed, and for good reason: they wake up right away and complete tasks, often without even worrying. You […]
Continue reading »How to Turn Your Android Phone Into a Free High Definition Webcam
Given that we live in the age of video conferencing, if you use a computer without a webcam, chances are good that you will need […]
Continue reading »How to Get the Most Out of Your Sleep
We all know that a good night’s sleep is important, but all too often we simply settle for “night sleep” and leave out “good”. Maybe […]
Continue reading »How to Clean Marble Without Damaging It
Marble is not only beautiful – stone can become an integral part of your home. This is why it is used for everything from countertops […]
Continue reading »How to Get Carpenter Bees Out of Your Yard Without Killing Them
Bees may be small in size, but they play an important role in ecosystems by pollinating trees, flowers, and other plants. But one species of […]
Continue reading »How to Paint a Ceiling Without Applying Paint Everywhere, Including on Yourself
When you think about painting a room, chances are you have an idea of freshening up the walls or changing the color. But ceilings are […]
Continue reading »Difference Between Emotional Labor and Mental Stress and How to Discuss Both With Your Partner
It’s almost Labor Day, a holiday that the US Department of Labor describes as “an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American […]
Continue reading »How to Become a Volunteer on a Scientific Expedition
Living until 2020 and what we have experienced until 2021 has prompted many people to reflect on their life, goals and priorities. If you are […]
Continue reading »How to Make a Cheap Mirror Look Like an Expensive Antique
Mirrors are a timeless piece of home decor, and for good reason. Not only do they enlarge smaller spaces and enhance the natural light in […]
Continue reading »How to Wash Microfiber Towels Without Ruining Them
They may look like any other towel or rag, but those made from microfiber come with some luggage. First, some people hate – and we […]
Continue reading »Plan Labor Day Weekend Around Free, Cheap Food
This weekend marks the unofficial end of summer, a time when people traditionally get together for the last kitchen of the season. But even if […]
Continue reading »Difference Between Milk Paint and Chalk Paint and When to Use Each
Even if you’ve never heard of milk paint or chalk paint before, you’ve definitely seen it. Except that the chalk paint we’re talking about here […]
Continue reading »Why You Probably Don’t Have Tendonitis (but You Can Treat Your Pain)
Most of us have heard the term tendonitis when we usually refer to conditions such as tennis elbow, swimmer’s shoulder, or any other overuse injury […]
Continue reading »30 Best Films No Longer Than 90 Minutes
Just when you thought blockbuster movies could no longer be, the lovely folks at Universal Pictures announced the timing of the next long-delayed entry from […]
Continue reading »How to Choose the Right Life Jacket (so You Really Wear It)
When I bought my first kayak, I realized that I would also need to buy my own PFD, or personal flotation device. When you rent […]
Continue reading »The Real Story of Labor Day
Labor Day sounds like the name of a holiday for American workers, but most of us take it just like Monday, which gives us a […]
Continue reading »What the Phrase “Six Weeks of Pregnancy” Really Means
After the Supreme Court ruling to allow Texas to ban abortion after about six weeks of pregnancy , several people – I will not name […]
Continue reading »10 Most Common After-School Stains (and How to Clean Them)
Not sure if this weird stain on your kid’s shirt is chocolate or poop (we’ve all been there)? Has a particularly sticky substance stuck to […]
Continue reading »You Must Explore the Immersive World of TikTok ASMR
ASMR content has been around for many years, most of it is hosted on YouTube. The acronym stands for Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response, and content […]
Continue reading »How to Use Spotify Mix to Mix Your Playlists With Friends
There are many ways to share music with friends via Spotify, but the company is rolling out a new Blend feature that allows users to […]
Continue reading »Staying in a Fugue State With the “dweller of the Fog”
I am currently sitting in the dining room of my friend’s apartment in Red Hook, at a stately and beautiful walnut table that has been […]
Continue reading »Our Top Tips for Packing Your Suitcase
When we all get back from there and travel again, we may have forgotten how to properly fit all our belongings into a suitcase. If […]
Continue reading »How to Deal With Your Partner’s Unpleasant Relationship
If you are in a serious romantic relationship, your partner should be your top priority, but not the only one . Maintaining healthy, mutually supportive […]
Continue reading »What to Do With Broken Android Alarm [updated]
Most of us wake up in the morning using our smartphone. Unless your battery really sucks, we don’t often run into a situation where you […]
Continue reading »How to Meet up With a Roommate Without Ruining Everything
You move to a new location and find that one of your roommates is hot: it sounds like an adult movie set-up, but it can […]
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