LPT REQUEST – Any tips on being honest while not coming across as confrontational or aggressive? Any words or phrases to avoid? This is in a workplace submitted by /u/Dry_Outside3018

LPT Request: how to avoid being bitten by fleas when treating home? Hi all! Recently found out my home is infested with fleas after pet sitting for a friend. I woke up a few days ago with a ton of bites over my body. I bombed the home, but my child and I have since been staying with a family member until pest control comes early next week. Prior to them coming, I’m going to go back home to throughly clean, do l…

Luang Prabang vs Chiang Mai in Mid February – which city is best for 4 days for: food, bars/nightlife, vibe, natural scenery and wildlife sanctuaries? Or should I avoid both due to burning season? I am planning a February backpacking trip next year. After visiting Cambodia and before visiting Bangkok I have two choices fly into Luang Prabang for 4 nights Fly into Chiang Mai for 4 nights I will be in either city in mid- February Which city is best for: food bars/nightlife Authentic atmosphere better nature nearby and wildlife sanctuari…

Avoid This Travel Agency Scam Getting scammed is never fun—but falling prey to a travel scam can be especially upsetting. Not only are you out a significant amount of money, but you’ve given away a lot of personal information, and your trip might be ruined. As WIRED explained, travel scammers are out there, so it’s worth knowing everything you can… Read more…

LPT – Break Free from Comparison: Avoid comparing your work to others’ or seeking constant validation. Focus on your own progress and growth, and celebrate your achievements along the way. submitted by /u/EngineMain199

LPT Request: Should you avoid posting workout progress pics if you’re in the corporate world? I (M30) have made a lot of progress in my physique and took some shirtless bathroom mirror selfies. I was about to post it on my social media since it seems fairly normalized these days, and since I never have before. However, I am not sure how that is viewed in the corporate world as far as how it affects job hunting. I have a job now, but will…

Avoid These Common Money Mistakes When Buying a Home When navigating the current hell that is our housing market, it’s natural to have financial tunnel vision for things like the down payment and steep mortgage rates. However, in addition to all the major upfront costs, buying a home is also full of hidden money pits that could trap you down the line. When I pitched… Read more…

Few worship leaders avoid Hillsong, Bethel songs — despite controversies and scandal (RNS) — A new study looked at how worship leaders pick music for services — at a time when a handful of megachurches dominate the market. The post Few worship leaders avoid Hillsong, Bethel songs — despite controversies and scandal appeared first on Religion News Service.

How to avoid the urge to treat yourself all the time ? Especially when your bank account isn’t in the best shape. Like , I’m having a good night watching trash TV with myself , but now I’m craving crunchy food and also chocolate so I just went and spent $10 for cheezits and pb cups . I can’t get over the mentality of ‘well I get paid again next week’ so it’s ok or ‘ what if I die tomorrow ‘. su…

You Can’t Avoid ‘Forever Chemicals,’ but You Can Lower Your Exposure Chemicals that don’t break down easily in the environment have made their way into most of our bodies (whether we know it or not) and are present in about 45% of the country’s water supply, according to a new study from the U.S. Geological Survey. The health effects of these chemicals, called PFAS or “forever… Read more…

How to Avoid the Two Types of Explosive Diarrhea Going Around If you’re a fan of explosive diarrhea, summer is a great time to catch it. Between Cryptosporidium, which can survive in chlorinated swimming pools, and cyclosporiasis, which recently sickened at least 20 people in an outbreak linked to contaminated broccoli, you have plenty of opportunities. Read more…

LPT: If you can afford it, avoid carpooling when hanging out with friends If you’re an introvert like me who has a social battery that depletes very early in the night, driving yourself does wonders! You get the final say in when you get to go home and you won’t feel like a party pooper who has to veer everyone off their plans just to drive you back home! Also if something happens i.e. family situation, you can just …

Europe countries to avoid crowds in Springtime Hey fellow travelers! We’re a South Asian couple in our mid-30s, living in California and totally hooked on exploring new places. We’ve ticked off 20+ countries in North America, Mexico, South America, and Asia, and now we’re ready for our first-ever European adventure in April/May 2024. We’ve got 15 days and want to cover 3-4 countries in South…