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How to Become A Mole in About Five Seconds
I'm a little bit strapped for cash right now, and after dropping a load of money another costume, my organic chemistry professor offered extra credit if we came to class in a chemistry-related costume. I had absolutely no idea what to go as. Ultimately, I decided to go as a mole, and anybody that's had even one chemistry class in their lifetime knows exactly why this is related to chemistry.
By A. Alexis Kreiser8 years ago in Lifehack
Clever Ways to Spend Less Money This Month
A lot of us, and I mean a lot of us spend so much money on unnecessary things. From splurge shopping to dropping $50 on lunch with friends, we really do let our money go to waste. And most of the time, we spend money out of pleasure… Yes, I’m admitting it. I’m the type of person to drop $100 on a bottle of wine, and I actually have once (but I slightly don’t regret it) — but my wallet wasn’t too happy. I could've used that $100 to pay off some of my credit card debt. Instead, I added more onto my plate and soon I'll be drowning in debt if I don't start spending less these days.
By Jacqueline Hanikeh8 years ago in Lifehack
How To Read People. Top Story - October 2017.
Clarification: There is no one way or method to read any and every person you come in contact with; culture, upbringing, mental health, and many other environmental and internal factors will ultimately impact a person's’ experience and must be taken into account or at the very least considered while reading individuals and even groups.
By Corvo Mckinnon8 years ago in Lifehack
How to Sweep Out Old Debt Before the End of the Year
Debt is no easy subject to tackle. In most households, debt is a crippling factor that can ruin credit scores, loan applications, and personal financial life. This is why most people refuse to even pay off their debt, knowing in the back of their minds that they’ll never be free of it. However, it’s important to take a stance today and start clearing off your debt pile. With the end of the year only a few months out, here are a few ways you can start sweeping out old debt before you take the plunge into 2018.
By Pat Cooper8 years ago in Lifehack
7 Ways You Can Improve Your Roof on Your Own
With all the different trends when it comes to home interior design and curb improvement, it’s very easy to forget about the fact that your roof also needs occasional upgrades. However, many people take action only after the leaks have already appeared. If you want to be on the safe side and tend to your roof properly, keep on reading. The following tips present the basics of effective roof repair that you can complete without a handyman. Of course, it’s important to be realistic about your own abilities and the condition of your roof in the first place.
By Carolin Petterson8 years ago in Lifehack
An Antidote to Stressful Living
When I was a child I used to swim under the water of swimming pools and fantasize about becoming a mermaid. Later on I went through a lengthy period of pirate obsession, and much later I left school to solo travel round Europe. A desire for freedom has been one of the most important themes of my life so far, it ranks with relationships and purpose as one of my essentials for a happy existence.
By Nancy Stapleton8 years ago in Lifehack
How to Still Enjoy October when You're Not a Fan of Halloween
Growing up, I never celebrated Halloween. I dressed up once as a fairy ballerina when I was three-years-old, but that was the extent of it. I have zero emotional investment in the holiday. Don't get me wrong, I'm not anti-Halloween and all things spooky. However, I personally dislike horror movies and anything that incites fear. Thus, I'm not a fan of Halloween. Since I usually spend Halloween night (and sometimes the nights to follow) watching Psych re-runs with my family or scrolling through Instagram to see who dressed as what, I decided to make this list of fun and seasonal things to do in October that don't relate to Halloween.
By Mikayla Rae8 years ago in Lifehack
Energy-Efficiency Tips for Building and Renovating
Today, more and more people who decide to build or renovate their house choose to go green and improve the energy efficiency of their homes as well. In this day and age, it’s extremely important to be environmentally aware, because of the constant climate and environmental changes caused by pollution, resource exploitation and unsustainable energy consumption. So, if you’re planning to build a new home or give your old house a makeover, here are some energy-efficiency tips you should consider.
By Carolin Petterson8 years ago in Lifehack
Secrets for Mastering the Art of the Speech
No matter what industry you’re in, you probably have had to deliver a speech. Speeches can be tough; in fact we’ve probably all felt the anxiety that comes with delivering a speech. Will the audience be bored by my topic? Does anyone care about what I’m saying? Most importantly, what am I talking about? These are the topics addressed in my Oral Communications class. My first speech-writing attempt was a bit of a disaster; the flow was wrong and I hadn’t adapted to fit my audience’s needs. Here are five things on which to focus, once you’ve selected your topic, to ensure your speech is a success.
By Lauren Wood8 years ago in Lifehack
Black Skull Bath Bombs
"It's not a phase, mom." Although I grew out of the plaid skin tight pants complete with chains and bullet belt, I've never lost my love for all things black. These skull shaped black bath bombs are fun to make and even better to use. They completely turn your bath water dark as night. I add some cosmetic grade holographic glitter to mine to give them a sparkle that mimics the night sky.
By Laura Ward8 years ago in Lifehack
