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How to do just about anything; life hacks to navigate obstacles of all types, from the trivial to the severe.
When You're New at Reducing Waste
Using reusable bags. Purchasing reusable bags has been one of the biggest game changers for me. A lot of times when I go grocery shopping, I go alone, even if my haul is relatively big. Because of flying solo, the thought of carrying anywhere from 11 to 35 plastic bags into my apartment, is genuinely exhausting, and the risk of paper bags tearing at the handles, has me running in the opposite direction. Ruling out the two options at the store leaves me with my trusted reusable shopping bags. Not only are they considerably sturdier, they tend to be a lot bigger in capacity than those at the store, meaning less trips back and forth to my car, and an overall easier night of grocery shopping.
By Donna Sczygelski6 years ago in Lifehack
Go the Extra Mile with Your Book Club
So you're thinking about starting a book club. Maybe you've already got a book in mind, or a group of people in mind. Book clubs can be a great way to meet new people, or to connect with people you already know, and give you a great excuse to keep in touch with your friends, and a great excuse to make time to read. Maybe it's been a while, though, and you're not sure where to start. There's a lot to consider, after all, and you don't want your book club to fall apart before it even has a chance to form.
By Mikkie Mills6 years ago in Lifehack
How to Break a Car Window in Case of Emergency
You're pinned in a back alley by half a dozen goons who have your wife and daughter in the back of their black SUV. You wait for a lull in the hail of bullets, then step out and put one round in each of them. Just as the last bad guy is going down, his gun goes off, and sparks from the bullet set the car on fire. You're out of ammo and your family is trapped in the burning vehicle. You've got to think quick. Yes you could snatch up a fallen weapon and shoot out the window, but if you want to make sure those inside are kept safe, you need to dig a little deeper into your bag of tricks.
By Neal Litherland6 years ago in Lifehack
Save Energy This Winter
Whether it's saving money on bills, or trying to reduce our impact on the environment, there are lots of good reasons to resist turning on our central heating until we absolutely have to. Here are ten simple, cost-effective, and environmentally-friendly ways to stay warm this winter without cranking up the dial on our thermostat.
By Penny Blake6 years ago in Lifehack
How to Get Rid of Mice When They’ve Invaded Your Home
Picture this: After spending two weeks on a vacation with your family that you had all been dreaming of for months, you arrive home exhausted and ready to climb into the sheets of a familiar bed, not one of those lumpy and uncomfortable hotel beds. Just when you think it is about time to unload and recover, you come to find a load of mess and mice droppings. What do you do?
By Dennis McKonkie6 years ago in Lifehack
How to Fold a Foam Mattress
Foam mattresses are very popular for a number of reasons. They are super plush and offer good support during sleep. Unfortunately a foam mattress is not the most fun thing to deal with if you are moving or need to get rid of it for some other reason. You might think that they are difficult to fold and store. Fear not: It doesn't require that many steps to gain this new skill.
By Kevin Gardner6 years ago in Lifehack
How to Get Out of Handcuffs, Flexicuffs, and Duct Tape
You've been kidnapped, thrown into a dark room, and your hands are cuffed behind you. You can hear your nameless, faceless abductors through the thin walls laughing at your predicament. We've all been there a time or two, but if you have a very specific set of rather simple skills it won't take long for you to turn the tables on your would-be captors. They won't know what hit them... if, that is, you know how to get out of your restraints.
By Neal Litherland6 years ago in Lifehack
Host a Thanksmas Celebration!
As the mother of five small kids, I know how crazy holidays can get. Cooking, cleaning, shopping, dressing up, traveling, rushing and going into debt are just a few of the joys to look forward to from Thanksgiving until New Year’s Day. Why not take a day in between all that chaos to have a low-key Thanksmas celebration ? Invite who you want! Eat what you want! Wear what you want! Here are some details, as well as some dos and don’ts, for having a great annual Thanksmas* celebration!
By Kerrie McLoughlin6 years ago in Lifehack
