File taxes early but pay when they’re due (US) People often file taxes late and, if they owe, pay at the same time. However, those are two separate events and as long as both are done by the deadline, you’re fine. However, you can file when you get all your statements (usually by mid-February) so you can file when you’re ready and, if you owe, wait to pay until April. You start to get your s…

LPT; I seen a post that said the anitidote to negativity is not positivity, it’s warmth. positivity tells a sad person that there is no reason to be sad. warmth asks the sad person if they want to go get some ice cream Empathy. That’s what’s missing in the world 💔🫶🏻 submitted by /u/Weak_Cover1110

LPT: If you’re feeling overwhelmed at work, take 5 minutes to write down everything that’s stressing you out and then visualize yourself solving each problem one by one When I started my current job, I found myself getting easily stressed and overwhelmed with tasks. One day, a colleague shared this tip with me: take 5 minutes to write down everything that’s stressing you out and then visualize yourself solving each problem one by one. Here’s how it works: Identify the Issues: Spend those 5 minutes writing down…

LPT: when buying a new household device, check out the sound it makes beforehand. Our old microwave made the most annoying beeps once done. When we purchased a new one, we made sure to review the done sound before and the one we have now makes a pleasing melody and stops after 3 times. We did not learn from this and recently bought a new dryer. The standard setting is that it makes an annoying beepbeeep once done, every few …

LPT: if someone sends you flowers, take a picture and send it to them If you’ve ever received flowers, a plant, or any gift from a delivery service, you know how great it feels to be thought of. Here’s a life pro tip: When you receive a delivered gift, take a quick picture of it and send a thank-you text to the sender. Chances are, they ordered it online or over the phone and have no idea what it actually looks li…

I Love This App That Lets You Rent Out Your Clothes You may even end up decluttering.

The Cheapest Ways to Get Your Protein Right Now With egg prices skyrocketing, the best options have changed.

How to Update Your Bathroom to Reduce the Risk of Mold You can reduce—or even eliminate—the chances of mold in your bathroom with some design choices.

Use the ’20/10′ Method When You Don’t Have the Energy to Clean This is one of the best cleaning routines for when you’re feeling overwhelmed.

Your Temu and Shein Purchases Are About to Get More Expensive The USPS will resume shipping Chinese packages, but with additional fees.

Researchers Just Found Photo-Scanning Malware on Apple’s App Store for the First Time The malicious framework was found on both Apple’s and Google’s app stores.

My Five Favorite Cleaning Methods to Try When You’d Rather Not Clean at All For when it feels too overwhelming to even get started.

The Best Deals on TVs That Will Arrive Before the Super Bowl Upgrade your set before the big game.

LPT: When something seems basic, call it “classic” instead If you think something is a bit basic but want to be polite or avoid sounding dismissive, try calling it “classic” instead. It keeps the conversation positive while still getting your point across. Example: “That’s a classic choice!” instead of “That’s pretty basic.” submitted by /u/BigLookBamboo

LPT: The “Would I Wear This Right Now?” Test – The Best Trick for Avoiding Useless Clothes So next time when you go shopping ask yourself this ” If I owned this right now, would I put it on immediately?” If the answer is no, chances are you don’t actually love it—you just like the idea of it. I used to waste so much money on clothes that looked cute on the rack but never actually left my closet. Now, if I wouldn’t wear it right that s…

LPT How to deal w a neighbor with loud roosters? Should I ask them to keep them further back in the yard in a coup at night submitted by /u/lostinrecovery22

LPT: Negotiations When negotiating anything—salary, rent, or a deal—stay silent after making your offer. People often rush to fill the silence, mostly in your favor. I figured out due to my work that silence is a powerful negotiation tool because most people feel uncomfortable with it and rush to fill the gap. When you make an offer or counteroffer, staying quiet…

LPT: If you live in an apartment building you can put a piece of paper inside your mailbox with “last name only” and an effective date on it to avoid getting previous tenants mail I couldn’t believe it was something so simple as this that I didn’t know but I had went to the post office because I got three other people’s tax returns and figured they would want it and the lady at the post office suggested that and it’s worked! submitted by /u/Sweetimus

LPT: If you often forget things when leaving home (keys, wallet, phone), create a “launch pad” near your door, a small tray or hook where you always place essentials. Turning it into a habit will save you from last-minute panic and forgotten items! submitted by /u/Formal_Educator_8972

My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: The Sonos Era 100 One of the best-sounding smart speakers with stereo sound is $50 off, the lowest price it has reached.