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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
5 Ideas for an Effective Home Renovation and Remodelling
There are many ways that you can upgrade your home and boost its value. However, it’s all about what you need and want at the moment. You may not plan to sell your home any time soon, but you still deserve the comfort and pleasant personal environment. With that in mind, you can tend to the more pressing issues when it comes to the look and functionality of your home.
By Carolin Petterson8 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
Help Your Pocket; Cheapen Your Shopping List
Everyone struggles for money at some point in their life, some more than others. The most obvious options to earn a bit more, such as taking extra shifts at your current job or a second job, are simply not an option for everyone.
By Rosalyn Grams8 years ago in Lifehack
How To Receive An Upgrade On Your Next Flight
From unexpected weather delays to long lines at security, flying these days can be a hassle. Luckily, this week’s Travel Tip Tuesday focuses on a surefire way to make your next flight more enjoyable. Continue reading to learn a few tips and tricks from our travel experts that will help you receive a free upgrade to business or first class on your next flight.
By Lori Brown8 years ago in Lifehack
How to Build a Green Home
Most people who are about to build or choose a new home are quite aware of many challenges they are about to face. Finding a house that they can afford which meets most, if not all, their demands and which is as inexpensive to maintain as possible is not an easy task. Still, it’s definitely not impossible.
By Carolin Petterson8 years ago in Lifehack
Ideas to Take Your Small Room to the Next Level. Top Story - October 2017.
If you have a small room then you know the struggle of really "taking your room to the next level". Well, we have the solution for you. Check out some of these ideas to totally upgrade your room.
By Lauren Pearce8 years ago in Lifehack
Best DIY Storage Ideas for Your Home
You can never have enough space for all your stuff — especially if you live in tight quarters. With all the crap most of us are constantly buying -- on top of the crap we already don't have anywhere to put -- it only makes sense that we're going to have to get a little creative when it comes to storage. It's safe to say your closets are already full, or otherwise you wouldn't be here.
By Joseph Farley8 years ago in Lifehack
5 Apps Needed For College
Alright, so one of the first things you need as a future college student are some pretty awesome app coverage. Knowing the generation that is going into college for the next few years, you are all going to be quite savvy with your phones. But did you know that instead of looking up stupid videos, like how to accidentally burn your hand on a flat iron, or seeing how a watermelon explodes with rubber-bands, you can actually learn things from apps and websites on your phone and the internet? Magical, I know. From 9GAG and iFunny, there are actually some apps that really help you learn. And some of the best learning doesn't even come close to the classroom. It comes from what you do on the sidelines as you battle through adulting. So, here is a list of wonderful apps you need to have or at least take a look at:
By Rich Burton8 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
