LPT: Kitchen Tip Pro tip: If a cookie recipe calls for ground nuts, try splitting the amount between nuts and toasted wheat germ. The wheat germ adds a delicious nutty flavor and a healthy twist. And the best part? No one will ever suspect they’re eating health food! submitted by /u/Rector333

LPT: Be the person you needed when you were younger. Think of the kindness, support, or encouragement you wished for in the past. When you see an opportunity, offer it to others—be the mentor, the friend, or the uplifting voice. You can’t change your past, but you can make a difference for someone today. submitted by /u/JasmineHale22

LPT – Recipet in a sandwich bag So yesterday the lady at the auto dept told me to save my receipt in a sandwich bag. Has anyone else done this? Does it really save the ink? submitted by /u/Repulsive-Shirt-3541

LPT: People are usually too focused on themselves to notice what you’re wearing. Don’t sweat what others might think about your outfit – they’re probably not paying attention to it as much as you think. It’s all about being confident in yourself! submitted by /u/LucyWells50

LPT: Change your scenery If you are stressed, need to make a decision, or just need to think things through, go somewhere new. Maybe take a drive or go to a park to place yourself in a new environment. Go to the mountains or the beach. Walk in nature. Visit a museum and look around. Got an outdoor sitting area at home? Go sit out there with some tea or coffee. Something…

LPT: Women’s US size 8 shoe is the same as a men’s US size 6.5/7, and a youth US size 6/7. You can often find nearly identical youth and women’s shoes, where the youth sizes cost half as much. For example; I wear a women’s US size 8 typically, but today I purchased a pair of muck boots in a youth US size 7 for $50, and the same style boot was available on women’s sizes for $110. submitted by /u/aem1309

LPT: PUSH the snow, do not shovel snow; shoveling more demanding than treadmill stress test I saw another LPT mentioning to shovel the snow early. I wanted to add its own part, that pushing the snow away is better for the average adult. Research has indicated that shoveling snow when you are not used to exercise, can increase the risk of a heart attack (“cardiac event” is what they say) even in otherwise healthy adults. They suggest yo…

LPT: Microsoft has a open source repository for all of those small things you wish Windows had. The Microsoft PowerToys repository is a collection of open source tools that are created and developed by developers not associated with Microsoft for use in Windows operating systems. These include: Advanced Copy & Paste features: Paste as plain text, JSON, .txt file, .html file, or .png file, including a opt-in OpenAI option. OCR Text copying …

LPT -Snow, Ice and Windshields in the southern US. You may think it’s a good idea to pour warm water on your car or other glass surfaces to melt snow and ice. Doing so can crack the glass and you will have a bad time. Best to turn on the heat and defrosters and let it melt or get a scraper. submitted by /u/SaturdayNightPyrexia

LPT use summer washer fluid Summer Windshield Washer Fluid is designed specifically as a summer windshield washer fluid. Keeps windshield clear of road grime and splattered insects during summer driving. submitted by /u/piketabak

LPT: Shovel the snow before it starts to melt For those of you in southern U.S. getting your first decent snowfall, you should shovel the snow before the sun hits it. When it starts to melt, it gets wet and heavy. If you shovel before then, it will still be light and fluffy. It’s much easier to manage. Stay safe! submitted by /u/OhioStateIsAwesome

LPT: Stop comparing yourself to others on social media—it’s not real life! Hey ladies (and everyone else too!), I just wanted to share something that’s really helped me with my self-love journey. Social media can be such a toxic place sometimes, especially when we’re constantly scrolling through highlight reels of other people’s lives. It’s so easy to compare yourself and feel like you’re not enough. But here’s the thi…

LPT: If you’re stuck, take one small step—write one sentence, make one phone call, or try one thing. Breaking tasks down into tiny actions helps overcome procrastination and writer’s block. Just start with a small step, and you’ll often find it leads to more progress than expected. submitted by /u/LucyWells50

LPT: App tracking Never allow social media apps to track your activity across other apps, so you will less likely to not be spending money on unnecessary things advertised to you. Might be useful to allow it for clothing stores apps though. submitted by /u/meatinyourmouth225

LPT: Start your morning with a “5-minute reset” before checking your phone. Hey everyone! I used to wake up and immediately grab my phone, scrolling through emails, social media, or texts. It always left me feeling stressed before I even got out of bed. Recently, I started doing a “5-minute reset” every morning instead. So i sit on the bed and take five deep breaths, then i think about 3 things that i am grateful and i …

LPT: Use music as your secret weapon for better mornings! Okay, hear me out—music can totally transform how you feel in the morning! Instead of dragging myself out of bed half-asleep, I’ve started making playlists that match different vibes depending on what kind of day I’m aiming for and it woks for me. Try for yourself. submitted by /u/ImportantMeringue305

LPT Tip for Saving Money on Groceries If you’re trying to save money on groceries, shop in the evening! Most grocery stores discount items like bakery goods, deli meats, and even fresh produce later in the day because they need to clear out stock. I’ve saved so much just by going after 7 PM. Plus, it’s usually less crowded, which is a win-win!” submitted by /u/Sufficient-Tree…

LPT: When you’re feeling down, journal. Journaling pen-to-paper is like a melting pot of meditation, reflection, and exploration. Personally, it’s my cornerstone habit. The way I feel after a meaningful journaling session is like the way I feel after a massage: rejuvenated. It’s particularly those moments of melancholy when journaling is most useful – I dig, find the misalignment, an…

LPT: Treadmill Workout LPT: I walk the treadmill for an hour on a steep incline while I watch action movies on Netflix. It’s so awesome. It’s like you’re running with the movie characters and the time flies by. submitted by /u/OddlyIdeal444

LPT: If you don’t want to start a task, count down from 6 and just do it. The 6-second rule is surprisingly effective for getting yourself moving when you’re stuck. It’s simple: count down, and by the time you reach zero, you’ll find that you’ve already started the task. Not sure why 6 works, but it’s been a game-changer for tackling those small, dreaded chores. submitted by /u/EvelynTaylor62