LPT: To fall asleep I struggled to fall asleep for many years. Then I read a suggestion which has made all the difference for me. While lying in bed in a comfortable position, clench your fingers and toes for 10 seconds, then relax for 10. Repeat half a dozen times. Very quickly I lose the count (during the relaxed period) because my mind has switched off. Soon af…

LPT: To stay awake during boring work meetings/ lectures, hover your feet above the ground If you’re like me and sometimes struggle to say awake if you’re not engaged in a work meeting, try hovering both feet a few centimeters above the ground. I’ve found that it takes concentration by keeping your muscles engaged, and can help stop nodding off. It’s not perfect, but I find it’s a small trick that works for me to help keep the eyes o…

LPT struggling with phone addiction and I might have solved it Put your phone in grayscale black and white, the addiction is to color and sounds. If you remove color, and just watch videos without sound and switch on subtitles, you will have no problem being leaving it. submitted by /u/BasicInvestigator575

LPT: Excessive politeness can sometimes come off as rude. While being polite is generally appreciated, going too far can create discomfort. For example, when invited to someone’s home and offered food or drinks, refusing too quickly to avoid seeming demanding can make your host feel uneasy. Instead, try to be straightforward and relaxed. It’s important to remember that your host’s main goal is for you …

LPT: Track your meals more accurately with a food scale if you’re serious about fitness or weight goals. Estimating portions or relying on measuring cups can lead to errors in tracking your progress. Using a food scale ensures precision, helping you achieve your goals more effectively. Plus, it’s more time-efficient since you won’t need to clean multiple measuring tools after each use. submitted by /u/RileyCruz73

LPT: Gameify habits you want to work on I started a Google doc to track my habits and assigned all of them points based on difficulty and then have a total habit score for the day and a 7 day average. Trying to get my highest score has helped a ton to keep these going!! To build it I have dates in the first column then a column for each new habit then a column for total habit score wh…

LPT: No matter how friendly your dog is, don’t let them roam off-leash to approach passing dogs. Some neighbors may have rescue or foster dogs with troubled pasts. It’s unsafe for everyone. Even if your dog is the friendliest pup in the world, letting them wander off-leash in your yard to greet passing dogs can create problems. You don’t know what the other dog has been through. Many people walk rescue or foster dogs that might be nervous, reactive, or still adjusting to life outside a shelter. A sudden interaction, even from a wel…

lpt. how does one re-claim their life after being targeted to point they shut out family friends and the outside world? A while back when I was working to a 4 am to 12 job the crew and I had gotten comfortable enough that we started talking yet after what I did not realize was they were just getting as much info about as they could so they could target me but after all they did to me I was set back mentally 20 years and ever since ive just been trying to re-claim…

LPT: Extend Your Headphones’ Life by Replacing Worn-Out Pads If the padding on your headphones starts to fray or peel, you don’t have to replace the whole set or keep using them in a less-than-pristine condition. Instead, you can order inexpensive replacement pads from sites like AliExpres—especially if you have a well-known brand. Just make sure you get the right size and shape, and you’ll extend the lif…

LPT: change your furnace filter I live in the north west, we get smoke from the forest fires a lot. Do yourself a favour and change your furnace filter. Smoke can make your filter filthy and you want fresh air to keep your family healthy. P.S. my heart goes out to those who are affected by the LA fires. submitted by /u/Blueswift82

LPT: A small tip from the restaurant world regarding tuna salad. When you are making a lot it to eat over time, add everything you like except the mayo. Store at least 1/2 that way and put the mayo in the other container which you will eat from. Add mayo to the rest when you are ready to eat it. It will stay fresher this way. submitted by /u/lespaulstrat2

LPT: Use fish tape to put drawstrings back into your clothes Have you ever gotten your hoodie or sweat pants drawstring pulled all the way out? Pushing the drawstring back through is a huge pain and can be a bit frustrating; especially if the string doesn’t have aglets on the ends. Fish tape is something electricians use for pulling wiring through walls and conduit. You can also use it to easily get your…

LPT: if you have prescription glasses, always keep a pair of contact lenses (or your old glasses) in your car, bag, luggage, office, whatever. You never know when you can break your glasses, lose them or such. submitted by /u/andrea_ci

LPT: You can fix a dry mouth by gently biting down on the tip of your tongue Ever had that cotton mouth, for example due to being nervous when public speaking, in a job interview or on a date? No drink at hand? Then simply gently (!) bite the tip of your tongue using your front teeth. It should not hurt! This will make you salivate and quickly fix your dry mouth. It may take a few seconds to kick in, but it should work. …

LPT: Keep your pets vaccination records near or with emergency supplies, and take them with you in the event of an evacuation. They could be the difference between being able to transport and/or shelter your pets safely Especially if you live in an area at high risk for disasters for which you can prepare, such as hurricanes, forest fires, and floods, having dedicated emergency and evacuation supplies is critical. Many people do not plan for their pets in these situations, and having their basic supplies included is important, but so is having their essential …

LPT: Don’t boil eggs. Steam them. I learned this trick in a food science book a few years back. If you’re in the mood for boiled eggs, steaming them produces a perfectly consistent result and makes them much easier to peel. Bring water to boil under a steamer basket. Once it’s fully boiling, put your (large-sized) eggs in the basket and put the lid on. Maintain a rolling boil fo…

LPT: Don’t be afraid to leave a situation that no longer serves you, even if it’s expected of you I stayed in a high-pressure job for years, thinking that quitting would disappoint my family and friends. I eventually realized that my health and happiness mattered more than fulfilling other people’s expectations. Leaving that job was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done, but it opened the door to opportunities I never thought possible. Th…

LPT: Don’t trust the “lowest price first” filter when shopping online I used to sort items by price when shopping online, always looking for the cheapest deal. But I realized that sometimes the lowest price means lower quality or hidden fees. Now, I check reviews, compare products for their actual value, and sometimes spend a little more for better quality. It’s saved me money in the long run and avoided frustrati…

LPT: whenever you feel like you can’t live without something, or you’re constantly yearning for it, abstain from it for a while. while you are taking a break, don’t beat yourself up. give yourself grace and forgiveness. submitted by /u/FullPaper1510

LPT: Get your parking validated for hidden discounts or rewards When parking at malls, events, or hotels, I started asking about validation options, even if it wasn’t obvious. Some places offer discounted or free parking if you make a purchase or attend an event. It’s a simple thing I often overlooked, but it’s saved me money over time. submitted by /u/RileyCruz73