Do You Have Written Rules with Your Roommates?

Living with other people isnt always easy, even if youre close friends. How do you approach laying out the rules with your roommates? At some point,conflict will happen between housemates. Do you have written rules with your roommates? If not, what other strategies do you use to confirm you all get along? Share your tips in the discussion below and help others avoid being stuck with cleaning up after their roommates....

August 7, 2015 · 1 min · 83 words · Sandra Reynolds

Enjoy Your Run More by Planning Something Awesome for the End

Sweeten the deal by promising yourself something great for when youve put in your miles. you could also plan your route to end at a snow-cone stand or the treat of your choice. (Yeah, yeah, calories calories.) When the weather turns chilly, substitute hot cocoa. 25 Ways to Learn to Love It| DailyBurn Photo byTara Joyce.

August 7, 2015 · 1 min · 56 words · Beth Liu

Google Maps for iOS Will No Longer Blind You Thanks to "Night Mode"

The night mode is the biggest new feature and works a little differently than you might expect. Google Maps(Free) | iTunes App Store

August 7, 2015 · 1 min · 23 words · Ryan Flores

How Being Non-Confrontational Has Held Me Back in Life

Growing up, I got high marks for my mild manner and good behavior. I was the good kid who never caused trouble or made a fuss. This has carried over into adulthood, with me avoiding every argument like the plague. But being non-confrontational as an adult is more damaging and debilitating than it is helpful. For a long time I thought of this as a good trait. Where others would argue or complain, I was diplomatic and kept the peace....

August 7, 2015 · 3 min · 441 words · Peter Rodriguez

How to Log Out from the Windows 10 Start Menu

This is an incredibly elementary tip, but its been driving me crazy all week. But where the heck is the Log Off button? Windows 10: How to Sign Out Using the New Start Menu| WindowsObserver

August 7, 2015 · 1 min · 35 words · Austin Rice

If You Want to Learn a New Skill, Let Go of Your Pride First

When youre young, its easier to learn new skills. Part of the reason is that kids dont have the same hesitancy about looking inexperienced that adults do. If you want to learn something new, let go of that pride. No one wants to look foolish, after all, right? I wasnt scared I wouldnt be perfect. I knew I wouldnt be perfect. I was scared about what it would mean to not be perfect....

August 7, 2015 · 1 min · 124 words · Andrew Becker

Jon Stewart’s Best Career Lessons

Lets take a look at how they did it and what we can learn. […] Ill never find a group of people like this again. Ill never find a collaboration like this. Ill never find writers and producers and all those people. And I know that. And I had to make peace with that. Were joking around from 9 to 10. Jokes from 9 to 10 frequently end up on the show....

August 7, 2015 · 1 min · 204 words · Tracy Hudson

Negotiate With Debt Collectors Rather Than Ignoring Them

When a debt collector calls, you know youre probably about to have a bad day. While your instinct may be to ignore the call, dont. Instead, use it as an opportunity to start negotiating. Thats why debt collector calls are so terrifying. This is obviously bad for your credit, but its also a missed opportunity. They just want to get that money, and they will eventually work with you. Even if you cant pay, answer the phone and discuss with the collector what youcanpay....

August 7, 2015 · 1 min · 102 words · Mary Mendez

Perfectly Cook a Giant Steak with Four Empty Tuna Cans

(Look for those that are BPA-free, likeTrader Joes.) Check it out above to see it in action. How to Hack Your Grill to Cook the Biggest Steak Ever| Epicurious

August 7, 2015 · 1 min · 29 words · Carl Doyle

Reduce Your Laundry Load a Little with a “Clothing Purgatory” Space

Not every article of clothing needs to be washed after just one wear. 3 Lifesaving Home Hacks for Lazy People| Apartment Therapy Photo byandrew leahey.

August 7, 2015 · 1 min · 25 words · Kerry Brown

Run in the Morning for a Better Chance of Getting a Runner's High

Runners World offers a few suggestions. Worth an experiment, at least. How to Achieve a Runners High| Runners World Photo byFort Wainwright Public Affairs Office.

August 7, 2015 · 1 min · 25 words · Amber Henderson

Stagefright Detector Detects if Your Phone Is Vulnerable to Stagefright

If you want to find out if youre vulnerable, Stagefright Detector can let you know. The app comes from the same security company that first discovered the bug. Of course, this app doesnt actually fix anything. For that youll need to wait for a security update to roll out to your unit. Stagefright Detector App| Google Play Store viaEngadget

August 7, 2015 · 1 min · 59 words · Troy Williams

Stir Cocktails to the Perfect Temperature with a Digital Thermometer

Making cocktails doesnt require any advanced scientific knowledge, but it can help you make better cocktails. In the video above, Adam Rogers from theWired YouTube channeltalks with Jennifer Colliau about ices role in mixology. However, its also important that you dont dilute your drink too much.

August 7, 2015 · 1 min · 46 words · Roger Stone