Life Hacks

Our life hacks category is all about small ways you can make big improvements. From dealing with the post office to taming your anxiety, there are lots of little ways to make your life easier.

Learn how to calm down someone who’s upset. These easy de-escalation tactics can turn an unpleasant encounter into a chance for everyone to come out happy.
Get tips on how to deal with anxiety. Most of us have some anxiety from time to time. These tips may help you keep yours manageable.
- And we also have some stress relief tips. When the source of your stress is unavoidable, like a job or family problems, at least you can try to reduce how much the stress takes out of you.
These tips for dealing with people who twist your words can help you avoid misunderstandings and put gaslighters on the defensive. Great for the workplace and home.
Use free genealogy sites online to research your family tree. This can be a fun and fascinating hobby that will give you much more specific results than sending off your DNA swab.
Get a font made from your handwriting. Also great as a gift for someone, using their handwriting sample.
Should you even bother with USPS mail forwarding? And what to do when it goes completely wrong.

How to Make Aloe Vera Gel from Fresh Aloe Vera Leaves

Aloe vera gel in bottle next to cut aloe leaves

It’s easy to learn how to make aloe vera gel at home. All you really need is the aloe vera juice from your plant leaves. Optionally you can add some vitamin C and/or vitamin e powder.

11 Uses for Witch Hazel Extract

Hand holding cotton round soaked in witch hazel

Witch hazel is a primary ingredient in many skin care products and cosmetics because it has cleansing, hypoallergenic and soothing effects. Is it right for you?

How to Seal an Envelope with a Glue Stick

Licking envelopes to seal them is gross. Another option is to use a glue stick. But there is a trick to getting it to seal well.

How to Save Gas: 16 Tips

You want to save money and make environmentally sound choices about your gas consumption. This article will show you how to save gas and still get the most out of your vehicle.

Free Identity Theft Protection Tips

Learn what you can do to protect yourself from identity theft and minimize the chances of anyone getting hold of your information in the first place.

3 Best Books on Narcissism

If you’re wondering about narcissism, or dealing with someone you already know is a narcissist, these books may help you. I’ve read most of them, and they all come highly recommended.