It’s fun, it’s practical, and…it’s philosophical. Approach your fitness goals like a LEGO project: brick by brick. LEGO fans can look at a box with a complex build and don’t easily get discouraged. THAT’S IT." That’s pretty much how you build with LEGO. One brick at a time,placed in the right place. Don’t worry about the next brick. Just the brick in front of you. Reframing that philosophy in a playful way with LEGO makes that approach much easier to put into practice....

it’s possible for you to read morein its nomination thread here. you might read morein this nomination thread hereandhere. Of course, it goes without saying that BitLocker was a contentious nomination. Many of you noted that you switched to BitLocker after the developers of TrueCrypt suggested it. 7-Zip(Windows/OS X/Linux) 7-Zip is actually a lightweight file archiverand ourfavorite archive utility for Windows. Most of 7-Zip’s code is GNU LGPL licensed and open to review....

Medicine heals you, but only if you take itand we all forget sometimes. Write out the schedule on the bottle and just check the box after you give or take the medicine. If you don’t have enough room on the bottle, no problem. Put the bottle in a clear ziplock and mark that bag. Track Their Doses| Instagram viaPOPSUGAR

Windows: Flash drives too often look the same. If you’re on a PC, Windows lets you create a custom background with a desktop.ini file. Background to our USB devices| Instructables UPDATE: This feature was removed in later versions of Windows. It doesn’t work in Windows 7 or 8.

A big bowl of pasta might be a satisfying meal, but it’s a calorie bomb. Instead of making pasta the focus of a dish, make it an accent to another meal. Just like croutons, you’re free to put pasta in a salad or soup. You’ll balance it with the rest of the meal without feeling deprived. Why I Think of Pasta as a Crouton, Not a Main Dish| The Kitchn

Mac: Although Macs don’t often get malware, they aren’t immune.

Even if it isn’tValentine’s Day, sending flowers is a great way to show your love. A thread on Reddit reminds us that national floral delivery services tend to charge more than local florists. You’re paying for them to find a local florist and handle the payments. Instead, use Google or Yelp to find a local and reliable florist at your recipient’s destination. Call them direct: don’t place an order online....

They may forget to advise you on what home medications you should stop taking. In addition, there will be new medications prescribed upon discharge. If a family member can’t help you,record the instructionson your mobile phone. Check out the link for other tips on what to remember after you leave the hospital. About to be discharged from the hospital? Here’s 3 things you should know| Kevin MD Photo byben klocek.

This guide was originally published in 2011, but our recommendations have changed since then. Microsoft Security Essentials, our previous favorite, isno longer adequately rated by most antivirus tests. If you’re an advanced user,Avast is our personal favorite antivirus program, but itrequires some configuration. For beginners, I can’t recommendBitdefender’s Free Editionhighly enough. Note: This guide is for Windows users. If you’re on a Mac,we recommend installing Sophos instead. Double-tap on the installer to begin the installation process....

Anyone in a relationshipoccasionally fights, whether it’s with your significant other, kids, or parents. We don’t intend itit just happens. Finding the “Choice Points” during the discussion keep the fights from escalating further. Once the discussion moves into a fight, think about your next response. Recognize that you don’t have to follow the same patterns as before. Psychology Today explains: Notice that every conversation contains multiple Choice Points. .Faced with Choice Points, you still have to decide which road to go down....

We all get busy, and cooking takes time. Wise Bread shares a list of easy mixes to keep in the pantry. After you make the mixes, put the recipe directly on the container. Most of them just need some wet ingredients like egg, milk and water. A few extra steps in advance means you’re less likely to buy convenience foods. They also make great gifts. Check out the link for the full recipes and storage tips....

After a few days with a cold, tissues start feeling like sandpaper on your nose. A little coconut oil on the nostrils will help soothe that dryness. Using ahumidifierhelps ease those symptoms, but once your nose is irritated, you want quick relief. The standby for most people is petroleum jelly which tends to get sticky (and smell a bit). Coconut oilhelps with dry skin, so it makes sense it works for a dry nose too....

After extensive research and testing, these were found to be the best sheets for your behind. You also want it to tear easily along the perforations for easy access. It’s also the top scorer in both Consumer Reports and Good Housekeeping’s rigorous head-to-head testing. So if you’re willing to brave your nearest Walmart, your rump and wallet will be pleased. If not, you’re better off with the runner up:Quilted Northern Ultra Plush....