LPT: talking to parents and setting boundaries after an argument. Talking to parents after a fall out, disagreement, argument, resentment etc… setting boundaries. Hi all, I don’t post here normally, and would like to start by saying we all have different strengths and weakness when it comes to maintaining/managing relationships. This is my experience, using my strengths and recognising my weaknesses, take it…

LPT I’ve built up resentment towards my mom and idk what to do… I’ve built up resentment towards my mom and idk what to do… I’m extremely angry at my mom, and this anger has been a result of various instances that have been piling up and idk what to do. I’ve tried to talk to her but idk how to even get through to her after attempting so many times and failing. To give some context, my mom and dad have a VE…

LPT how do you control tears ? I’m a highly sensitive person. I’m about to start a new job at an office and sometimes when I’m overwhelmed and I get strong emotions like amusement, anxiety, happiness, etc on very “normal” interactions or situations, I feel like my eyes get immediately watery and about to shed tears, even when my technically “fine”. I have used the “look up an…

LPT: Just make your own vanilla If you use vanilla pretty consistently, you can make your own pretty easily that has much cheaper and better quality than what you get at the store. Simply get some cheap vodka (80-100 proof works great), order some grade B vanilla beans online (it’ll actually be worse to get the more expensive, grade A stuff. also, i usually use 6 beans per 12o…

LPT: Spam call solution May not apply to all but worth a try. I changed my phone to iphone and started getting enormous amount of spam calls throughout the day. Usual was 15 to 20. I only had one at most per day when I was using android. I was really really desperate. A lot of the phone calls were from Indians. I even signed up for a paid removal service from database…

LPT: Assume computers can do the task you need to do and research how do it. If you’re given a task, assume there are ways to make your life easier by making the computer work for you. Even if it takes the same, if not more, time to research how to do be more efficient at this task, you’ll be able to perform the task much faster next time and you’ll learn about the computers/software to problem solve in the future. Exam…

LPT: Squeeze your roll of paper towels before putting them on the holder People, especially kids, tend to pull and take whatever spins off the roll. By squeezing the towels you bend the tube and it no longer just spins. The benefit is people can still pull off what the need, but an absent-minded tug only gets one or two sheets submitted by /u/foreman-541

LPT: Dealing with forgetfulness What are some tips/tricks to help someone who forget things easily. Your advice is highly appreciated. Thank you. submitted by /u/waifuu_baddie

LPT – Read about common traffic rules while traveling to a new State/Country During my recent travel to LA (I m from Canada), I figured that the curbs are painted as red to indicate fire truck parking i.e. no car parking 🚫. Got lucky with no ticket as I just happen to ask the cop who was writing tickets to few cars in front of me. We always have sign boards indicating the parking /no parking situation. A good learning fo…

LPT Packing Hangers It took a a few beers, some brainstorming, and a whole lot of luck but I found that you can 1 Lay down a full row of hangers sitting up 2 Fold cardboard into a pyramid over the hangers 3 angle in more hangers on both sides of the pyramid They fit perfectly! I used an extra large box. Lastly fill the space with space filler (e.g. bedsheets) to …

LPT Request: How can I maximize my weekend time by skipping sleep without experiencing fatigue? submitted by /u/Dr_Octahedron

LPT – Refrain from participating in gossip or spreading rumors. Taking responsibility means not contributing to negativity submitted by /u/EngineMain199

LPT When shopping for major appliances just try a few stores to pick from. I went shopping for a washing machine. I had a budget in mind and wanted to find the best deal! (wanted to get the most for the least $) I went to literally 13 different stores including outlet stores (I counted) and after finally picking one, I only saved $15. I told the guy at the final store my ordeal. He told me that appliance brands are so …

LPT: Tips in raising children as a single parent I’m a mother(30) of two children(8 and 12 yrs old) and my husband passed on some weeks ago after terrible accident. I have enjoyed his company and it has been a happy family. I have never imagined of being a single parent, but now i’m forced to. How do you cope up with this and ensure that the children are well raised. submitted by /u/swe…

LPT request. How do I anonymously report someone to government websites? I need to file a complaint against a former employer, but would like to stay anonymous. If I try to go on the government sites with a vpn/tor I get denied. The library and school all track user information. How do I cover my tracks while reporting someone? submitted by /u/RedditorNumber-AXWGQ

LPT Request, how to maximize learn while commute Hi i have a lot of free time during travel using public transport i want to use the free time to learn some technical things by watch or reading, is there any tips to maximize this kind of learn i think what i am doing is only passive learning as i will forget what i learn later submitted by /u/Optimal_Deal4372

LPT – Out the door shoe shine… Fellas (mostly)…forgot to shine your nice shoes and you’re headed out the door? Furniture wipes or Pledge will give you a quick spruce up in a minute or two. submitted by /u/tmiller9833

LPT Request: Work Life with Untreated Depression? Hi everyone, I’m a 26 year old, just finished doing my master’s in biochemistry last December and am trying to get into the post-student life. I did okay in school and university, but struggle to move further. I had a job this year from February to May, moved towns for it but sadly lost it due to performance issues, mostly lack of concentration …

LPT request: What are the (healthy) ways you release your tension? I was so exhausted when I came home from work the other day that I wanted to go straight to bed. But I couldn’t postpone my chores, so I ended up doing them with so much tension that it took almost double the time. After I was done, I simply dozed off without even eating. The problem is clearly that I’m too stressed at work in general. I came a…

LPT Request – How to be more consistent at work and in life? I have seen I am way behind all the time( work and studies ) because I’m not consistent. People tell me to prioritize as well. Does motivation is the big factor 24/7? What else is there which is missing? Thanks a lot submitted by /u/Am_Not_Snow