Approach Fitness Like a Video Game and Start Leveling Up

Why not try that in real life? (Guess who was thefirst personto get to level 50 on Borderlands 2!) But what if exercise were just like video games? So that’s exactly what I did. But hey, that’s what a Level 1 Warrior is like, right? Start by Leveling up Your Abilities The beginning step is one that should come naturally to gamers. Think back to the quests you’re given as a level 1 peasant in RPGs....

December 2, 2014 · 3 min · 487 words · Adam Castaneda

Build a Raspberry Pi-Powered Laptop Inside a Lunch Box

Instructables user agent036 decided the best solution was to stuff everything inside a lunch box. The end result is a portable little machine that should cost well under $200. Lunch Box Computer with Raspberry Pi| Instructables

December 2, 2014 · 1 min · 36 words · Anna Landry

Career Spotlight: What I Do as an Aerospace Engineer

Countless engineers have worked hard to literally give flight to the technologies that drive the modern world. But what does the job really entail? What is the average day for an aerospace engineer? We spoke with a veteran of the industry to learn what their work is really like. If you’d like to share your career,email us at[email protected]. How did you go about getting your job? What kind of education and experience did you need?...

December 2, 2014 · 3 min · 469 words · Jonathan Hayes

Choose the Right Career Track for You with This Job Posting Exercise

So little time to explore them all. Circle the parts you like and can see yourself doing. Career tracks aren’t just about the field you’re working in or the responsibilities for particular job titles. They’re also about the kinds of organizations that do this work and where they are. Check out the PDF below for the full instructions. Tracks Exercise(PDF) | NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service Photo byopensourceway.

December 2, 2014 · 1 min · 70 words · Andre White

Choose the Right Step Ladder Before Starting Your Climb

‘Tis the season for climbing on your roof. Here’s how to choose the right step ladder for your job. Lowe’s has a handyladder buying guidethat will help guide you through the process. Aluminum ladders are more slightly more expensive than wood but they are strong, lightweight and resist corrosion. They will conduct electricity, so do not use when working near power lines. Fiberglass ladders are nonconductive and are the safest bet when working near electricity....

December 2, 2014 · 1 min · 87 words · Nicolas Jordan

Focus On Your Options, Not the Task, to Overcome Anxiety

Anxiety is totally normal, andwe all have to deal with it at some point. That doesn’t make it any less daunting. We’ve all had the “this could go terribly wrong” feeling. Some of us let that feeling get the best of us. I’m awesome squared!' It’s about feeling like you have options . The Nerdist Way Photo byanyjazz65.

December 2, 2014 · 1 min · 58 words · Kellie Jimenez

Get Started Using JavaScript for Automation in Yosemite

This is an awesome way to extend your AppleScript automation, but it’s not super easy to learn. MacStories has a starter guide to get you going. Getting Started with JavaScript for Automation on Yosemite| MacStories

December 2, 2014 · 1 min · 35 words · Anthony Carlson

How Hard It Will Be to Pay off a Student Loan Based on Your Major

This calculator determines how difficult a student loan will be to repay based on your major and average earnings. As you’ll likely see in your chart, the first few years of payments are usually the hardest. Check out the calculator at the link below. Undergraduate Student Loan Calculator| The Hamilton Project

December 2, 2014 · 1 min · 51 words · Robin Fitzpatrick

IR Thermometer for $12, Free Lightroom with 5TB Drive, and More Deals

Update:Sold out at $12, now $17. Just because this model is cheap doesn’t mean it’s not great. It’s actuallyAmazon’s #1 seller in Temperature Gauges, and enjoys a 4.4 star review average. Quirky’ssmartphone-connected Aros smart AC unitis only $100 today if youbuy it directly from Quirky with code CYBER50. The Aros retails for $300, and usually sells for about $250. Some highlights: On the go? Don’t want to get up off the couch?...

December 2, 2014 · 2 min · 235 words · Larry Martin

NinjaMode Adds a Dark Mode Toggle to OS X's Menu Bar

NinjaMode is a simple little app that adds a toggle to your menu bar.

December 2, 2014 · 1 min · 14 words · Erica Thomas

One List Is a Simplified, Colorful To-Do List for iOS

iOS: You have a billion and one options for to-do lists on iOS. One List takes the simple, colored block idea from Clear, but adds some features. One List(Free) | iTunes App Store

December 2, 2014 · 1 min · 33 words · Omar Sanders

Picture Your Partner Happy With Someone Else if Considering a Breakup

Picturing your partner happy with someone else might shed light on if you’re ready to let go. Do you experience a strange union of extreme dismay lined with a glimmer of instant relief? If so, it’s another sign that this thing may not be what it seems. But if you maintain connection with the small voice of your heart, you’ll pull through. This shouldn’t be the end-all solution to your problem....

December 2, 2014 · 1 min · 95 words · Troy Robinson

Skiplagged Finds "Hidden City" Fares for the Cheapest Plane Tickets

“Hidden city ticketing” can offer steep discounts on airfare. Skiplagged is one site that shows you these hidden deals. This is not without its risks and inconveniences. Weather or other delays could cause a problem as well if you’re rerouted to another connecting city. Airlines also do not approve of this, as witnessed by US Airlines and Orbitz’s lawsuit against Skiplagged.

December 2, 2014 · 1 min · 61 words · Brian Rasmussen