Stay Warm and Travel Light by Packing More Base Layers, Fewer Coats

You have a ton of options when it comes tochoosing base layers. Silk and merino wool are a good fit for a variety of travel situations. For more all-weather packing and travel tips, check out the link below. How to Pack for Multiple Climates| A Pair & A Spare Image frompestoverde.

August 24, 2015 · 1 min · 51 words · Deborah Steele

The Best Weather App for iPhone

Where It Falls Short Theres not much to complain about with Dark Sky. The Competition There are atonof excellent weather apps on the iPhone that suit different needs. Want a full doppler radar? Sure, thats doable. Want one that only notifies you about bad weather? Yep, that exists too. All of these are worth checking out to see if they fit your specific needs. If Dark Sky isnt your thing,Yahoo Weather, our previous pick, is a worthy contender....

August 24, 2015 · 1 min · 104 words · Erika Turner

This Video Explains Four Scientific Ways to Stay Awake Without Caffeine

This video explains four methods, supported by science, to keep the Zs away. In the video above, theReactions YouTube channelexplains the chemistry behind effective methods for keeping yourself awake. How to Stay Awake (Without Caffeine)| YouTube

August 24, 2015 · 1 min · 36 words · Bailey Wilson

Transform a Light Bulb into an Oil Lamp, Corkscrew, or Solar Light

Crack off the glass of the bulb, and youll have a bulb-shaped corkscrew. 5 Things you’re free to Make From Light Bulbs| Instructables

August 24, 2015 · 1 min · 23 words · Victoria Moss

Use an Awl to Punch Holes in Drywall and Forget the Dust

Drilling holes in drywall leaves dust and fragments on your floor and baseboards. This technique creates no dust and cleaner hole for your wall anchor to grasp. Plus, theres no need to worry if your cordless drill is charged up. Check out the video to see this technique in action. How to use hollow wall anchors |MyFixItUpLife Show

August 24, 2015 · 1 min · 58 words · Robert Hines

Use the Three P's to Defeat Your Inner Critic and Think Positively

To get a handle on which youre doing, focus on the three Ps. Which are: Permanence:How long is this going to last? For example, Im never going to be smart enough vs. I just havent learned that yet. Pervasiveness:Is this problem universal? Is it an unavoidable law of the universe, or is it conditional? For example, Im incapable of being organized vs I need to practice being more structured. For example, Im terrible at my job vs....

August 24, 2015 · 1 min · 113 words · Samantha Martin

What to Do With Your Money When the Stock Market Plummets (Hint: Don’t Panic)

Welcome to Black Monday, everyone. Naturally, everyone is freaking out. Its understandable, but dont do anything drastic just yet. In short: we panic, and then make bad decisions. Heres what to know about all the latest stock market crisis, including what you should do about it. Why Is This Happening? Chinas stock market is officially crashing, which is scaring investors all over the world. Monday morning,their own index fell 8.5 percent, the lowest drop theyve seen since 2007....

August 24, 2015 · 2 min · 383 words · Jamie Wilkins

Why Discounted Prices Are Better Than Getting "Extra" Product for Free

As The Atlantic explains, shoppers are pretty bad at math. The [X amount] extra! is a common tactic used to put a number in our minds. The problem is, were not great at converting unit prices on the fly. The first deal offers 33% extra coffee. The second takes 33% off the regular price. Whats the better deal? And youd be wrong. Of course, stores dont tend to offer both on the same product....

August 24, 2015 · 1 min · 125 words · Susan Rodriguez

“Comfort” in Running Shoes May Not Mean What You Think It Means

But a lot of runners, especially beginners, might misunderstand whats meant by comfort. Rather, you want a shoe that keeps you comfortable throughout your run. Runners World talked to some experts about what comfort means. In effect, you are fighting the shoe to make it spin up the way your body prefers. Choosing Shoes: Should Comfort Be Your Only Guide?| Runners World Photo byMartin Howard.

August 24, 2015 · 1 min · 65 words · Christina Thompson

Build Your Own Fully Functional Computer Control Panel

Sometimes, the best DIY projects are about excess. The control panel does all sorts of useful things alongside its ridiculous posturing. It can launch apps, control volume, change screen preferences, and more. As absurd and complex as it is, its still surprisingly functional. DIY Overhead Control Panel| Imgur viaReddit

August 23, 2015 · 1 min · 49 words · Nicholas Allen

Five Best Budget HDTVs

A great HDTV doesnt have to break the bank. This week were looking at five of the best budget sets, based on your nominations. you might even cast video from your phone to the TV without any added devices. Read morein its nomination thread here. you’ve got the option to read morein its nomination thread here. Its VESA-mountable, and all-around a solid, budget-friendly panel. it’s possible for you to read morein its nomination thread here....

August 23, 2015 · 1 min · 176 words · Charles Lyons

Get Free Admission to All National Park Service Parks, Beaches and Forests This Tuesday

If youre already on vacation,check to see if youre near a participating park. If you cant make it on Tuesday, dont worrytry another one of theNational Park Services free entrance days. NPS Birthday| National Park Service Image fromjoshuatreenp.

August 23, 2015 · 1 min · 38 words · Zachary Moore

Look for Common Connections to Avoid Getting Scammed on LinkedIn

This is probably good advice for Facebook and other social networks as well. How to Protect Yourself from LinkedIn-Based Scams| Inc. Photo byNan Palmero.

August 23, 2015 · 1 min · 24 words · Edwin Williams