Most Viewed Posts This Week: Feb 10 to Feb 17
This week we looked at how to keep your privacy and protect your privacy on your phone, dealt politely with pesky neighborhood dogs, looked at ways to avoid becoming a hermit when you work from home, and more. Here’s a look back.
Privacy Enthusiast’s Guide to Using iPhone
Your privacy is important, and now more than ever, it seems like everyone is trying to spy on your personal information. This could include advertisers, governments, or some weird voyeur in your life. The good news is that there are several things you can do with your iPhone to make it safer and more private without ruining your experience.
Privacy Enthusiast’s Guide to Using Android
With everyone from local crooks to government agencies trying to get their hands on your data, now is the time to step up your privacy game. Fortunately, there are many ways to keep your messages, files, and Android phone safe.
How to get your neighbor’s dog to stop barking continuously
Dogs can be man’s best friends, but sometimes best friends don’t shut up and get bored like shit. It can be especially offensive when your neighbor’s dog likes to bark all night long or bark every time you walk up to his house. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to keep this puppy quiet and have the peace and quiet you need without being a jerk.
How to avoid becoming a hermit while working from home
I like people, but I have always been shy and cherish loneliness. When I started working from home, I was looking forward to that time: no more meetings, small talk, or awkward happy hours. It was ok for a while, but then I got lonely. Even worse, I developed mild social anxiety. Even going to the grocery store seemed like an obstacle. I had to do something about it.
10 best ways to escape reality and relax
As the world somehow keeps spinning no matter what, it may be vital for your sanity to take a step back when you can and distance yourself from the stress of the job, the flow of news, and the pressures of your responsibilities. Here are ten of the best ways to avoid reality.
Do you really need a day of rest after exercise?
Rest days are a standard part of an exercise program, but they are not the only way to avoid overwork. Let’s take a look at the difference between rest and recovery and find out when to break the rules.
Harmless Items That May Trigger TSA Checked Baggage Search
We all know how to avoid packing obvious things that could cause TSA to physically search your bag, but sometimes it can still get highlighted despite your best efforts. Here’s what the TSA is looking for and how to properly pack your suitcases to reduce the chances of your bag being searched.
IPhone Email Disclosure: Spark vs. Airmail
The iPhone email app game has changed a lot over the years, the only difference being that no app seems to stay at the top of the rankings. At the moment, the two most popular options are Airmail and Spark. Let’s see what makes them different.
The Best Audio Cues and Tricks You May Not Know About
Audible is the loudest name in audiobooks, but even if you’ve spent hundreds of hours listening, there are some tricks hidden beneath the surface. Here are some of the best ways to get the most out of Audible and even save money in the process.
The most diplomatic way to respond to an offensive comment at work
You are in the break room when a colleague suddenly says something that appears to be attacking your essence. Resist the urge to fire back and respond like this.
How to buy, cook and eat raw fish
Raw fish preparations such as sashimi, gravlax and crudo may seem like something you should only trust the professionals, but if you know your business, you can actually buy, cook and enjoy raw food in the cozy comfort of your own home. …
I’m Amir Salihefendik, CEO of Doist and this is how I work
Todoist is a longtime contender among to-do list managers, helping people for nearly a decade to reduce their work to doable tasks. It evolved into a cross-platform tool that can be used for collaboration and project management, but it was created simply because Amir Salihefendich needed a way to track his work.
The best way to open a naughty jar when all else fails
You tried to bang it on the counter using a rubber grip and pass it to your super strong friend, but you still can’t open the can. Here’s what you do.