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11 Unique and Creative Ways to Use a PopSocket (That's Not on Your Phone). Top Story - January 2019.
When I first saw a display for PopSocket grips at the mall, I'll admit I was a little skeptical. I just wasn't sure what purpose they would really serve. Today, I'm not ashamed to admit I couldn't have been more wrong. Not only do I use my PopSocket every single day with my iPhone, I have discovered tons of creative ways to use a PopSocket that have nothing to do with its usefulness on my phone. If, like me, you were once a skeptic, I invite you to read through these many unique PopSocket ideas.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in Lifehack
3 Helpful Tips for the Chronic Mover
In the last 365 days, I’ve had four different zip codes. I’ve lived in three states, worked four different jobs, and tried to make four different buildings feel like home. If you’re a chronic traveler, mover, wanderer, or hopeful searcher like I am, this is for you. If you’ve spent your entire life in one place, and you’re finally planning that big move to a new place, knowing it won’t be the last time you pack your boxes and make the trek, this is for you. These are three tips I wish someone would have told me to prepare for (and make the most of!) this lifestyle, before I had ever packed my first bag.
By Emily Fritz7 years ago in Lifehack
Booking Your Life
I love reading; you'll rarely find me in a situation where there isn't a book either in my hand or in my bag. One question I get a lot is, "How do you get so much reading done?" This is something I've spent a lot of time thinking about, since most of my life has been trying to find time to do all of the reading I want to do. Because of this, I've come up with many tricks you can use to get more reading done.
By Emily Hean7 years ago in Lifehack
13 Ways I Cleaned Up My Life for the New Year
I remember when I realized that something in my life had to change. I had woken up in my room surrounded by chocolate wrappers, an empty tub of ice cream, and a pile of tissues in the bin. My phone was on voicemail for the past two days, primarily because it was covered under a pile of my ex’s love letters and I didn’t feel like touching it.
By Sasha Konikovo7 years ago in Lifehack
15 Reasons Why You Should Be Storing Stuff You’re Not Using
Ladies and gents, our society has a “stuff” addiction. Our society glamorizes shopping, encourages us to buy stuff we don’t need, and also tends to suggest we constantly upgrade. Stuff can be good, but there’s always truth to the phrase “too much of a good thing.”
By Shed Services7 years ago in Lifehack
I Tried Shed to Store All My Stuff—Here’s What Happened. Top Story - January 2019.
When you’re married to a DJ, you tend to get used to certain things. You get used to hearing beats coursing through your apartment on a daily basis. You get used to going to parties on a Tuesday, after working a full shift at work. You also get used to seeing DJ equipment—a lot of it.
By Riley Raul Reese7 years ago in Lifehack
How to Reduce the Symptoms of Acid Reflux
Everyone may know the fact that the food you eat also affects the acid production in the stomach. If you think food can't trigger the symptoms of the heartburn problems, then you are absolutely wrong. Well, there are certain foods that you need to eliminate from your diet plan. Some certain foods can cause or worsen the symptoms of acid reflux. It is the reason that you should always eat the right food and this will definitely help you control the acid reflux.
By Sunny Deval7 years ago in Lifehack
How to Move Out as a Teenager—What You Must Consider. Top Story - December 2018.
I moved out of my family home at 18-years-old. I was not kicked out, but circumstances within the home became very difficult, to the point that I found that it was an impossible place to live. To do so, would mean that I would go backwards rather than forwards in recovering from depression and mental illness. It was a painful and disappointing endeavor, but one I am glad I made. It had seemed impossible, I didn't know where to begin and I needed to move quickly.
By Elle White 7 years ago in Lifehack
5 Cash-Back and Savings Apps You Should Absolutely Download for 2019
It’s the end of 2018 and I think we can all agree we’re ready for it. If you’re like me, that rent increase, heavy car note, and surprise medical bills are just the lint-covered cherry on top of a stale cake. Millennials and older generations alike are on the hunt more than ever for some extra bucks without requiring too much extra time in exchange, because let’s be honest, our days are already filled with enough day jobs and side hustles.
By Sabrina Lee7 years ago in Lifehack
The Human Spider Cosplay DIY
I debuted this cosplay a few days before Halloween and received positive feedback on social media. If you're looking for a simple cosplay to make, you might want to consider becoming The Human Spider. This character, played by Tobey Maguire in the 2002 film, Spider-Man, is a cosplay that I have wanted to do for quite some time. This was my first cosplay project in over a year and was nervous of working on my shirt. However, I was up for the challenge and excited to do it. In this article, I'll tell everyone the items you'll need to make this cosplay spectacular and look amazing at any convention. I'll have three separate collages below to guide you in making this cosplay stand out.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 7 years ago in Lifehack
