What to Say to Little Girls Instead of “You Look so Pretty”
My 8-year-old daughter had an amazing soccer tournament this weekend. She played an active game, made smart strategic passes and some great shots in front […]
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Remove These Distracting (and Potentially Harmful) Things From Your Resume
While it is true that your resume should highlight your accomplishments and experience relevant to the job you are applying for, recruiters typically spend an […]
Continue reading »How to Make Dairy-Free Creamy Vegetable Soup
Boiled vegetables, with their starch and pectin, are a great thickener . By adding them to gravies, soups, stews, or sauces, you can add body […]
Continue reading »How to Make a Squid Costume and Win on Halloween
I’m not a psychic, but I predict that Halloween costume this year will be a game “Squid”. But time is running out, as are supplies […]
Continue reading »BMS, ELI5 and All Social Media Acronyms You Should Know by Now, FFS
By now, we all know what NSFW, BTW and TBH stand for. ( Right ?) For social media fans, the list below may seem simple, […]
Continue reading »Please Store Your Coffee Beans Correctly
Depending on how simple the coffee appears to be on its surface, there are many factors that will influence the perfect cup for your individual […]
Continue reading »9 Best Psychology Podcasts to Help You Figure Out What the Hell Is
Are you trying to understand what drives us? Or maybe you want to improve your communication and relationships? Whatever your interest in the brain and […]
Continue reading »How to Finally Remove Annoying Twitter Followers
Twitter is … something. Those of us who use it often find ourselves hopelessly addicted to a sea of jokes, arguments, and many toxic stories. […]
Continue reading »How to Get Stronger With Suspension Training (Without Going to the Gym)
I have had the habit of exercising regularly for over 20 years and have gone through more phases than the moon over the decades. The […]
Continue reading »15 of the Biggest Sci-Fi and Fantasy Series to Hit Streaming Next Year
It’s a pretty neat time to be an SFF fan with TV: Apple has an adaptation of the Isaac Asimov Foundation ; Hulu has a […]
Continue reading »Download the Latest Security Update for Your IPhone As Soon As Possible
When you know there aren’t many new features, it can be all too easy to ignore software update notifications in favor of literally anything else. […]
Continue reading »Difference Between Psychologist and Psychiatrist (and Why It Matters)
When you need mental health care, the different terminology can be confusing. Do you need a psychiatrist? Psychologist? Anyway, what is the difference between the […]
Continue reading »How Many Cryptocurrencies Are in Your Investment Portfolio?
While there is still a lot of room for discussion about the long-term value of cryptocurrencies, many financial advisors are now proposing to include a […]
Continue reading »8 Deal Tracking Sites All Gamers Should Follow
There is no particular reason to drain your checking account by spending full price on video games after video games – not when you can […]
Continue reading »I’m Not Sure Who Flamin ‘Hot Mountain Dew Is For
Since childhood, I have been drinking Diet Coke. In addition to the stomach-soothing ginger beer or Dr. Pepper (my special occasion diet soda) Diet Coke […]
Continue reading »What Is the Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes?
Diabetes is a condition in which people have high blood sugar levels and, as a result, are at risk of all sorts of serious complications. […]
Continue reading »How to Peel Dirty Leeks
Leeks are an infamous dirty vegetable and this is due to the way they are grown (in a lot of mud). Most farmers push the […]
Continue reading »How to Make a Haunted Killer House in Your Garage
Halloween 2021 is shaping up to be a big one as revelers seek to catch up in the midst of last fall’s pandemic. People are […]
Continue reading »How to Renovate and Revitalize Meat Block Countertops
Butcher countertops are comfortable and attractive, but if left unattended they can crack or even mold. You can avoid these problems and keep your kitchen […]
Continue reading »How Long Does Halloween Candy Last?
If you’re planning on rationing your kids’ candy this Halloween – or end up buying more candy than you need – you might be wondering […]
Continue reading »How to Plan for a Slower and More Expensive Postal Service This Holiday Season
If you feel like your mail is arriving at a slower rate this month, it’s not your imagination (nor is your postman lazy). The US […]
Continue reading »Difference Between LCD Screens and OLED Screens (and Why It Matters to Your IPhone)
How often do you think about your iPhone’s display? Unless you are a tech nerd (like me) or live with a broken display (like I […]
Continue reading »This 3-Ingredient Vegan Marinara Is My New Favorite.
I don’t know if it’s East Coast Italian, Calabrian or something, but my boyfriend’s Italian family doesn’t like butter as cooking oil. This is the […]
Continue reading »What Is a Parasocial Relationship (and How Do You Know If You Are in One)?
If you spend any time on Twitter or other social media, you are bound to come across words that you usually learn in therapy. Gaslighting […]
Continue reading »12 Box Office Flops of the COVID Era That Deserve Another Chance
Although slightly below forecasts, the box office for No Time to Die’s first weekend in the US is on the heels – they are on […]
Continue reading »How to Create Your Own Stylish Hexagonal Shelf
The hexagonal shelf can hold everything from cell phones to succulents, and even better, it can be made from wood waste. It’s a smart and […]
Continue reading »Is This Imposter Syndrome or Does Your Company Suck?
Impostor Syndrome, which is when a person doubts their abilities despite their accomplishments, can cause significant anxiety, fear, and depression, as well as burnout in […]
Continue reading »How to Find a Lost IPhone Even When It’s Turned Off
With the iOS 15 update, Apple has further improved Find Me. This feature usually allows you to find, locate and erase your lost Apple devices, […]
Continue reading »14 Weird Facts About the Human Body You Probably Never Knew
The human body is one of the strangest things. We are full of all kinds of soft fluids, we started out as one cell, and […]
Continue reading »How to Use Travel Totals to Prevent COVID From Spoiling Your Vacation Plans
Due to travel bans, an increase in flight cancellations, and the general uncertainty surrounding the Delta option, people are booking matching vacations to ensure they […]
Continue reading »How to Prepare a Chimney for Winter (and Why You Need It)
When it comes to chimney sweeping, it’s hard not to imagine Dick Van Dyke singing and dancing and his unique interpretation of the Cockney accent […]
Continue reading »Use This Map to Find the Best Halloween Candy in Your Area
Those of us who grew up with gimmicks or treats even before the internet had to rely on word of mouth, memories, and / or […]
Continue reading »How to Properly Store Leftover Paint
While it is technically assumed that a gallon of paint covers 400 square feet , this is not always the case. Also, you can paint […]
Continue reading »How to Renew TSA Pre-Approval for Free
Remember when the decision to fly somewhere for work, visiting family, or on vacation was not a moral dilemma or a choice that could ultimately […]
Continue reading »How to Get Rid of Smoke Smell From Home and Furniture
Smoke – whether from a cigarette or from a fire – has a persistent odor. No matter how much you spray with Febreze or how […]
Continue reading »How to Use Transition Objects As a Way to Cope With Grief
There is no right or wrong way to grieve. Everyone experiences failure in their own way and at their own time. Grief is also very […]
Continue reading »11 Trans Comedians Worth Seeing If You’re Tired of Dave Chappel
Dave Chappel’s latest (and supposedly final) Netflix special, Intimacy , has once again sparked controversy over the comedian’s determination to continue pushing boundaries with transphobia […]
Continue reading »17 Golden Age Porn Films You Should Watch With Your Partner (or Alone)
Ask anyone “what did they do during the pandemic,” and they are likely to name a few hobbies or newly acquired interests. Maybe they really […]
Continue reading »You Gotta Smoke Your End of the Garden Veg Season
There will come a point in every gardener’s life when you just throw shit in the cans and be ready to go. You ate warm, […]
Continue reading »Here: a Practical, Not Overly Complex Fall Cleaning Checklist
First, let me live up to your expectations: this is not an exhaustive checklist for deep fall harvesting. There is nothing complete or definitive about […]
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