Break the Ice and Make Friends at Conferences By Bringing a Power Strip

Plugging in a power strip can make the whole process a lot easier. Throw an entire power strip in your bag. People will see the power strip and assume youre inviting others to charge up their devices as well. 15 Conference Travel Tips to Reduce Stress and Save Time and Money| Entrepreneur Photo byJannis Andrija Schnitzer.

September 1, 2015 · 1 min · 56 words · Tracy Decker

Build a Smart Plant Pot that Alerts You When It Needs Help

DIY Smart Plant pot| Instructables

September 1, 2015 · 1 min · 5 words · David Hill

Build a Standing Desk that Converts to a Work Table

Standing desksare hot right now, but can be on the pricey side. you might build this height-adjustable standing desk with basic materials from Home Depot. To adjust the height of the table, just change out the lengths of the pipes. Check out the video to see it in action. DIY Standing Desk| HomeMadeModern (YouTube)

September 1, 2015 · 1 min · 54 words · Megan Rich

Find Mental Health Help for Almost Anything With These Hotlines and Groups

They suggest using these resources instead of seeing a therapist, but we say: Why not both? Many of these groups can help you figure out whether you need professional help and how to seek it. The list has support groups for addiction, including secular ones likeLifeRingthat dont follow the usual 12-step format. Check out the link below for the full list, which also includes websites and apps that can help....

September 1, 2015 · 1 min · 85 words · Scott Davis

Find Out If Your Pet Can Fly In-Cabin with This Guide to Airline Pet Policies

When it comes to theU.S. Airlines that service the most passengers, theyre pretty accomodating. United has the same fee, but also allows rabbits. The Go-To Guide for Pets on Planes| Map Happy

September 1, 2015 · 1 min · 32 words · Tracy Stewart

Five Mind Tricks That'll Make Your Food "Taste" Better

Here are five of the most effective. Music that was too loud, however, made things worse, so keep it soft. Evena little ambient soundcan help set the tone. There are a few other things you’re free to do for ambience as well. If someone is in a bad mood, it can make a meal seem even worse than itmayalready be. Get everybody in a good mood before you serve. Use Heavier Silverware AsBoris the Blade once said, heavy is good, heavy is reliable....

September 1, 2015 · 1 min · 153 words · Kelly Fisher

Hang Dry Your Shirts Faster With These DIY "Space Hangers"

The down side is that it takes a lot longer for the drying to actually happen. These custom space hangers will speed up the process. In flavrts guide, plastic tubing and small machine screws are used, but you might get creative. All in all, they shouldnt cost you more than a couple bucks a piece. Check out the complete guide at the link below.

September 1, 2015 · 1 min · 64 words · Michael Scott

How to Disable Windows 10's "Inactive Window Scrolling" Feature

If youd rather disable this, you might do so in Windows configs. tap the Mouse & Touchpad tab. Switch Scroll inactive windows when I hover over them to off. How To Disable Windows 10s Inactive Window Scrolling| Into Windows

September 1, 2015 · 1 min · 39 words · Daniel Gordon

I'm Jane McGonigal, Game Designer and Author, and This Is How I Work

Jane McGonigalis a game designerbut she isnt exactly working on the next Mario. But she avoided a downward spiral by setting challenges for herself, essentially turning her recovery into a game. We spoke with Jane to learn a little more about her work and what games shes playing these days. Im also an author (Reality is Brokenand my new bookSuperBetter). I can solve any work problem with a five-mile run....

September 1, 2015 · 3 min · 532 words · Nicole Collins

Lifehacker Has a New Look. Share Your Feedback Here

No, your web client isnt zoomed inweve been given a small facelift! you’re free to read more about the new design at the Kinja Product post below.

September 1, 2015 · 1 min · 27 words · Emily Sullivan

Make Awesome DIY Choco Tacos with a Little Help from Your Microwave

This ended up being an expensive bribe, because each frozen treat rang in at a cool $4.95. If I had seen the above video sooner, I would have saved about fifteen bucks. You just coat the bowls in maple syrup, microwave them upside down for 30 seconds, and BAM! You now have a malleable waffle, ready to be shaped into taco shell form. How to Recreate Your Favorite Ice Cream Truck Treats| Epicurious

September 1, 2015 · 1 min · 73 words · Frank Grimes

Make Presentations Less Terrifying By Breaking Them Into Small Chunks

For three weeks prior to my first three-hour-long presentation, I could hardly digest my dinner. How could I possibly avoid losing my place for so long? I began to organize my material in smaller chunks that built logically on one another. 6 Ways to Reduce the Stress of Presenting| Harvard Business Review Photo byJames Lee.

September 1, 2015 · 1 min · 55 words · Brian Jackson

Most Popular Universal Remote Control: Logitech Harmony 650

Universal remotes come in many flavors, from simple sticks to control a few devices to smart home-enabled monsters. Last weekwe asked you for your favorites, then looked atthe five best universal remotes. Now were back to highlight your favorite. It brought in just shy of 35% of the vote. It brought in just under 33% of the vote.

September 1, 2015 · 1 min · 58 words · Sarah Wiley