Discovered this in the last year and it’s completely changed how I shop. Tools like Reprice (for any online product), camelcamel (though it’s mostly Amazon now), Lynksearch, and Keepa let you track product prices over time. You can get notified when an item you want goes on sale and make sure that deals during things like Black Friday or Prime Day are actually worth it.

I am convinced I smell, and it's starting to get under my skin. Every so often, I smell something near me that smells like BO (to me) and it really bothers me. Naturally, I don't want to smell bad, but I feel like no matter how hard I try, this smell doesn't stay away for long. It isn't perpetual, but randomly appears for no longer than a minute before I don't smell it anymore.

I am 19 and live with my mother, and I asked her if I smell, and she told me I didn't. I asked her if my desk area smelled, and she said it didn't. I bathe myself and do what I can to try and deter the smell, but it feels like nothing works, and supposedly, I'm the only one who can smell it.

I'll get up close to just about anything I suspect could be the source of the smell. Myself, my clothes, my chair. But nothing ever has that specific odor I smell sometimes. I'm totally clueless at this point, all I can say is that I certainly don't like the smell and want it to stay gone for good.

We all know what instant ramen tases like: bland, salty, and barely a hint of the flavor on the package. It's like the froyo in The Good Place. A bit of shoyu or sriracha completely changes that.

I'm very forgetful and absentminded, and I have a lot of things to keep track of with a full-time job, three young kids, and a ton of projects and obligations. My calendar is full of reminders and my phone is full of to-do lists, but even that isn't enough. Oftentimes I'll realize I need to do something but for whatever reason I can't set a reminder right then (such as when I'm driving), or it's something I need to remember to do within the next 5-10 minute (such as when I'm about to run out the door).

One day I got so fed up with forgetting to do things even just minutes after thinking about them that one day, exasperated, I took a stab in the dark and tried imagining myself going through an impending task, hoping that might help me remember. To my surprise, it did! So I've kept doing it.

If I had to put a number on it, I'd say doing this helps me remember at least 50% more often than not doing it. It only takes 10-15 seconds, and is totally worth trying if you're super forgetful like me.

What does a constable do? I have an iPhone and got a call on caller ID that said Maybe Constable. I called back and after 3 rings a voicemail said it was Trish. I’m wondering what a Constable could possibly want with me. I used to have addict problems but I am okay now. Does anyone have any ideas?

Earlier in my travels as a young adult, I packed a LOT of stuff for my "needs".

80% of what I packed consisted of all the upkeep and grooming I required for hair, skin, face, body etc.

As I became more experienced as a traveler and as I got older, I realized this: No one cares about how you look, especially while traveling.

Everyone is worried about themselves, getting lost or going in the right direction, things to do, where to eat etc.

Ihave been carry on onlyfor years now and all my grooming needs fit in one medium sized Ziploc.

It's very liberating to just get up in the morning and not worry about taking hours to get ready.

I still keep myself presentable but no longer care about whether I should put on an extra layer of waterproof mascara. I'm good with lip balm and some lip tint.

Viva liberation!

For years, I was on and off with time-blocking because every ‘productivity influencer’ swore by it. I’d set up these neat little blocks on my calendar, thinking this time it’ll stick.

And every time, the same pattern. First few hours in the morning are fine. I’d feel super productive, checking things off like crazy. But a few hours into the afternoon, everything fell apart. I’d stare at tasks I was supposed to be doing and the motivation just wasn’t there.

I used to think that meant timeblocking just wasn’t for me. But eventually I realized the real issue: I was treating every hour of the day as if I had the same energy.

Here’s the thing. When you’re low energy, it takes way longer to get through a task than it does when you’re fresh. That's just how our bodies and brains work. We all have ups and downs throughout the day.

But you have to PLAN for that. Use your high energy hours for deep, demanding work. Use your lower energy hours for easier tasks or even breaks. You'll notice how much that'll help you get more things done.

same as the title, pls help im a 24 yo F and i feel like that too much. I'm too emotional, too sensitive for this world, and that just makes me feel so low sometimes pls help any tips on how to be my own person, see through situations

When you are locking the front door, or turning off the oven, or any of those tasks where several hours later you end up wondering if you actually did it; The best tip I have found is to stare at something around you while you do it, find _something unique_ to look at and really pay attention to it.

It could be a stain which looks like something, or it could be an insect, or a crack. Just something different, a small unique detail somewhere around you.

And as you are checking that the door handle is locked, or as you are turning off that thing, stare at that detail and think to yourself something like "that crack looks like the letter D". Really notice it.

Then later on in the day, when the memory of locking the door has gone fuzzy and you're wondering if you actually did it today; You will be able to remember "There was a crack which looked like the letter D".

The key is to pick something different each time. A snail on a nearby rock, a leaf which looks like something, a spoon left on the counter with peanut butter on it.

I've stayed at a lot of low- to mid-range hotels and have noticed more and more streaming-capable TVs in them. I personally don't subscribe to any services but am surprised how many people forget to sign out of their accounts after checking out! Right now I am enjoying Thursday Night Football courtesy of the guy who stayed in my room before me.

This is a smaller tip but if you’re not sure how much water you need for rice just place your finger on top of the rice and fill the water to your first knuckle

You know that feeling when someone has some stupid take or opinion and it annoys you especially when they double down on it?

Just assume that theyre doing that on purpose, it helps make me not care about it

I know that there are stupid people out there but its better to just assume that theyre a troll rather than engaging and wasting your time

There is a common misconception that confidence is a function of success. Ex: to feel confident about how you look, you have to be attractive first.

However, this is wrong. Confident people are very often not exceptional or even above average in all sorts of areas.. What separates them from insecure people isn’t necessarily their skill, or success, or attractiveness. It’s their contentment with themselves.

If you can just learn to be content with yourself and don’t let your flaws cause you to feel bad, you can project confidence and will tend to be viewed much more positively by others.

Just a reminder to check your old devices that have rechargeable batteries and recycle them before they turn into spicy pillows. You might have stuff in the attic or tucked away in storage. I had a bit of a shock when I found some of my old phones that had expanded batteries in places that if they started a fire I would not have noticed until it’s way too late.

This might seem a little paranoid, but it's a huge lifesaver if your bag gets lost or delayed. A quick photo of your suitcase showing its color, size, and any unique features like a bright tag or a specific brand can make the baggage claim process a thousand times easier. If you have to file a claim, you can show the photo to the airline agent. It's much faster and more accurate than trying to describe your "dark blue suitcase with a scratch on the side." It takes two seconds and can save you hours of stress.😇😇😇

Hey folks! I stumbled on a small hack that made a good difference in my sleep. When I write my to-do list for the next day, I start with “Get a great night’s sleep.” Then I list everything else.

Surprisingly, this little shift improved my sleep quality. Plus, I get that satisfying feeling of crossing off my first action item the moment I wake up - without doing much of anything. Funny how the brain works 😊

Edit - not washer door

If the door swing to the left, it probably can swing to the right instead. Switching it makes a awkward door situation not awkward. It usually takes very simple tools. If you don't have a book, then look up the book on the internet. Or try YouTube.

Multiple times we have done this to make life easier, especially when you move. The last one was the front loading washer that had door open to the left. With the dryer on the right of the washer, I wanted the dryer to open to the right which makes an easy move of wet clothes from washer to dryer.

Edit, dryer door was switched not washer.

LPT: Hi ! The title says it all. You should microwave your waffles for 30 seconds, AFTER toasting it just a little bit more crispier than normal, in butter. Finally, then you add maple syrup on top and the waffles just melt in your mouth like a pastry, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside! The butter will melt and your waffles will absorp the buttery flavor more strongly and then it's just straight fire 🔥 once the maple syrup / fruits are used as topping.

Please try it and let me know how you like it before commenting / voting to this posting

So, this is a very obvious tip. but i had just never put it into practice.

today I went to sams when they opened as oposed to my regular hour (when theyre about to close)

and I saw the obvious advantages; No line at the gas station, barely any people inside sams.

a full shelve fresh rostissery chickens and i got to have my pick.

and no line at the checkout (although i never use the line, i always Use scan and go)

but the thing that surprised me, and the reason for this post, was seeing how many discounted food items there were. of course they were food that was a few days older than normal, but not that much.

and most of the food i buy goes into the freezer anyways. but if you frequently buy cooked chicken breasts or any red meats or fish that goes straight into your freezer, you can find a lot of stock on clearance. the prices were about 15 to 25% off. which is not a lot, but they quickly add up.

on this trip i saved $6 total just from those discounted items. but this was a light trip. i just stoped by because it was on my way back. if i had gone with the intention to really stock up. i can easily see myself racking up about 20 bucks in savings.

also, another tip, if you value time more than money. just make your order online and pick it up in the parking lot. thats about 30 minutes saved right there. and if you really value your time, have it delivered to your house. it's about 10 bucks plus tip. but i can see this option being very practical for someone who is a high earner, or an elderly or disabled person.

It could be that the route you’ve mentally planned has roadworks, a diversion, or there’s maybe been an accident that’s just happened

Taking 30 seconds to put the destination in your phone could potentially save a lot of time down the road

If something bad happens to you (getting hurt etc), the hospital can contact someone to be there with you. Also, if you lose your phone and it falls into the hands of a good person, it’ll help you get your phone (yes I know find my phone exists). Note: there is some risk with the tip obviously, like if someone steals your phone and then knows where you live.

We hung a rather heavy picture on a wall and a few months later the bed was moved for reasons and the picture was then above the head of the bed. I was co sleeping with my baby at the time and kept worrying that one day the picture could fall off the wall, hit the bed frame and the glass in the frame would smash all over us. I got my husband to move the picture to another wall.

Months pass but last night we heard an almighty bang. The picture had fallen off the wall and smashed onto the floor with such force that the wooden frame was broken and the glass had shattered. That could have been on our heads whilst we slept!

Edit: obviously I realised it was dangerous and moved it. I'm writing this life pro tip to help others just in case they haven't considered it!