You know the frustration of your car breaking down when you need it the most. Well, what if I told you that some of the most common reasons for car problems have easy fixes you could learn to do yourself? Here are 10 basic car repairs you should know. 1. Changing oil. You need to regularly check and change your car’s oil to ensure smooth running of the vehicle and to prolong the lifespan of its engine....
Here are 10 basic eating rules your children don’t know as well as you think. 1. Snacking Can Be Unhealthy In case you’re not aware, companies like U.S. Sugar Corp have backend deals to ensure their sugar crop is not only subsidized by the government, but embedded into as much food as possible. Nearly everything you eat is filled or covered with sugar; even fruit today has more sugar content than it did 100 years ago (watch The Botany of Desire on PBS for more info)....
With the right equipment, you’ll be able to tone your muscles and get your body in the best shape possible. The products below cover 10 of the best at home workout equipment. There are three main workout types you can do at home: Legs and glutes Abs and arms Full-body As the word suggests, legs and glutes workouts will amp up your lower body, getting it strong and toned. A full-body workout will give you the chance to burn lots of calories....
1. Tempo AI Brings all of your calendars and social media announcements into one place. Google, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. For the iPhone and the app is free. 2. Agenda This coolest of calendar apps is available on both Android and iPhone. There is a cost of 1.99, but with features such as “at-a-glance” views and quick event creation well worth the cost. 3. Sunrise A cool iPhone app with a hot name that integrates Google calendar and social media with the mobile phone....
To liberate you from going through the reviews of every single headset out there, we’ve compiled a list of the best headsets to date. This list will assist you in acquiring the best headset for your video chats and conference calls. Why You Should Trust Us Our list incorporates headsets that are typically manufactured for video chatting and conferencing purposes. These headsets are unique and distinctive and stand out from the rest of the headsets....
To counter this worrying trend, you can now buy wallets that feature RFID-blocking technology that prevents reader device signals from penetrating your wallet – thus, keeping your contents secure. Lifehack has handpicked the 10 best RFID-blocking wallets, and we’re confident that one (or more) of the wallets will perfectly match your requirements. 1. RFID Blocking Wallet for Men and Women A classy, minimalist wallet, that will protect your credit cards, smart cards and driver’s licence information....
But what made 2016 an important year for the industry? The tech mergers and acquisitions! Twitter was out for sale, too, but sadly, no one bought it. Still, there were many important acquisitions this year. From AT&T to Apollo, every giant was out there looking for companies to acquire. Aplós Innovations has gathered the top 10 biggest deals, mergers, and acquisitions of 2016 in an infographic for you. Have a look!...
Getting into patterns of thought and creating different beliefs essentially shape our lives and our outlook on ourselves, how we perceive others and the world around us. We can choose to think positive or negative thoughts on any given subject but, as humans, our tendency is to go straight to the negative which can have a detrimental effect on our mental strength. Fixing Common Thinking Errors Can Bring You Lifelong Benefits Making a conscious effort to notice our negative thought patterns and stopping them, takes great habit but it’s not impossible....
1. Forgetting To Proofread The easiest cover letter mistake to avoid is forgetting to proofread it. Simple spelling errors or run on sentences imply that you didn’t take any time on your letter, which may make employers think you aren’t invested in the position. Make sure you proofread your cover letter a few times to weed out any simple mistakes. 2. No Contact Info Another easy mistake to avoid is not including your contact information....
1. Good for your Heart Watermelons owe their gorgeous red color to the powerful antioxidant lycopene, just like tomatoes. In recent years, lycopene has being recognized by the scientific community as an especially important nutrient for cardiovascular health. The consumption of lycopene-rich foods, like watermelon, have been connected to an improvement in blood flow by acting as a vasodilator and have shown some ability to potentially lower LDL, aka bad cholesterol, making lycopene doubly good for your heart....
All you can do now is enjoy your new favorite recipes. 1. Baked fries When you want to enjoy garlic fries but without the guilt and added oil, you can make this simple recipe. Because you are going to bake them, the potatoes are going to be a lot healthier. To finish the recipe you can coat the fries in a garlic sauce, but they can also be eaten as they are....
Whichever case applies to you, here I share a few ideas so you can pretend to be a grown-up and use you dinosaurs toys to decorate your home instead of playing. 1. A serving dish, so snack-time can always find its way. So easy all you need is some glue and a pair of scissors! Maybe a bit of spray paint if you’re feeling extra artsy. Tutorial here. 2. A plant holder, perfect for succulents or cacti!...
#1: Sometimes the reason your significant other wants something is different from what they actually say #2: It’s the little acts of love that mean the most #3: Regardless of how long you’ve been together, treat the relationship like it’s brand new #4: Random hugs (and weird things you do together) keep things interesting #5: It’s never too late for loving words #6: Remind your partner how much they mean to you #7: Your relationship is more important than materialistic things #8: Never stop surprising your significant other, even when things they say may anger you #9: Say kind things even when they’re not around #10: Have some fun and be romantic!...
I was shocked to realize what big business this has become. There are well over one and a half million tourists (mostly college students and retirees) who offer their services worldwide every year which is worth about $2 billion. These are the figures quoted in a book Volunteer Tourism- A Global Analysis which provides a fascinating insight into what is often a very murky business, unfortunately. 1. Do you know anything about the volunteer organization?...
However, if you’re a novice, it can take time to learn some of the tricks and hacks that can improve your cooking skills or speed up your kitchen prowess. Then there is the cleaning up afterwards — a sink full of dishes that gets in the way whilst you are cooking that no one wants to deal with. Here are a few tips I’ve learned to improve your kitchen capabilities: These are just some of the hacks I use when cooking....
What Do Lower Body Workouts Target? When you tackle a lower body workout, you’ll be focusing mostly on leg workouts that strengthen your thighs and calves . However, a lower body workout can also be great for strengthening your hips, glutes, and core, as well as stabilizing your knee and ankle joints[1]. Building lower body strength is key to helping you move through your day without pain and stiffness[2]. It can also help you achieve your other workout goals....
Starting and nurturing a business entails a great amount of hard work and commitment. However, for aspiring entrepreneurs who are prepared to dedicate themselves to their vision, here are 10 most successful entrepreneurs you can learn from: 1. Bill Gates: Keep Learning and Exploring If you don’t know Bill Gates, you likely know the company he founded – Microsoft. Bill Gates’ story is a prime example of nurturing an idea that might seem out of this world but make sense in the future....
What it comes down is a simple differentiation – either you are organized or you are not! With so much lying on proper project management, it becomes essential for you to stay at the top of your game. There are many personal project management tools that can help you to remain organized and prepared at all instances. 1. Asana A hybrid task and project manager, Asana is available for both iOS and Android devices....
1. Steve Jobs Steve Job’s perfectionism was legendary. However, did you know that his obsessiveness with perfection caused him to be unable to purchase a couch for 10 years? In the book Steve Jobs, his wife Lauren Powell is quoted as saying, Be on guard, and do not hide your indecision behind the mask of perfectionism. Instead of basing your decisions on subjective ideals of perfection, it is good to be objective when making decisions....
Here are 10 phrases you should swallow when talking to strong women: 1. Have you lost weight? Although probably intended as a compliment and many strong women will say this to each other, drawing attention to a woman’s body shape by commenting on it is never okay. It implies that your approval matters; it doesn’t. A woman’s body and what it does or looks like is nobody’s business but her own....
