"If You Enjoy Something, Don't Try to Make It a Habit"

you’ve got the option to create anew habit in 66 days. It loses the joy, says habits researcher Wendy Wood. Feelings, however, become weaker with repetition. So, the more often you eat ice cream, the less pleasure you get from eating it. Philosophers refer to this as the difference between the “active” and “passive” components of habit. With repetition, our action tendencies get stronger but our feelings habituate and weaken....

September 22, 2014 · 1 min · 133 words · Alan Miller

Build a Face-Recognizing Safe with a Raspberry Pi

For the complete build guide, check out the link below. Face Recognition Treasure Safe| Make viaAdafruit

September 22, 2014 · 1 min · 16 words · Tonya Walker

Chrome for iOS Adds Supports for App Extensions

Likewise, it’s possible for you to use other extensions like Lastpass or 1Password in the same menu. This actually sort of worked prior to this update, but it’s a much more reliable experience now. Chrome(Free) | iTunes App Store

September 22, 2014 · 1 min · 39 words · Thomas Newton

Do You Use a Mobile Payment App?

Some apps, like Venmo, are pretty simple and just let you send money to friends. Tell us why or why not.

September 22, 2014 · 1 min · 21 words · Joe Carter

Downgrade from iOS 8 to iOS 7.1.2 While You Still Can

iDownloadBlog shows you how to do it. Head over to iDownloadBlog for the full instructions. How to Downgrade iOS 8 to iOS 7.1.2| iDownloadBlog

September 22, 2014 · 1 min · 24 words · Kellie Foster

Drive on Sundays in Europe to Avoid Truckers

If you’ve ever been stuck behind a truck during a trip, you know how frustrating it is. There are several other extremely useful tips in the full post, linked below. What Every Tourist Needs to Know Before Driving in Europe| Conde Nast Traveler Image fromanaperugini.

September 22, 2014 · 1 min · 45 words · Robert Sanders

Evernote for Mac Rebuilds the Notes Editor, Improves Tables, and More

The new features include a new notes editor, image resizing, improved tables, and more. The most obvious new features is the new notes editor. you’ve got the option to also now resize images in notes. Just grab the corner of an image and you’re free to shrink it down from there. you’ve got the option to snag the update from Evernote right now. If you have the Mac App Store version you might need to wait a little longer....

September 22, 2014 · 1 min · 92 words · Chelsea Martinez

FoolProofMe Offers Free Personal Finance Courses

We could all benefit from a little financial literacy. Fortunately, there are a lot of free resources out there. The courses are categorized for adults, high school students, college students, youth, employees, etc. Topics range from basic to in-depth, but the modules are chock-full of money advice. you’ve got the option to also take each module in the order they’re designed. The site is completely free. If you want to take in some financial education, check it out....

September 22, 2014 · 1 min · 82 words · Evan Sweeney

How Emotions Drive Bad Financial Decisions (and How to Take Control)

Emotional situations can cause you to make bad financial decisions. Here are eight emotions that can cause you to make bad financial moves and how to take control. This post originally appeared onLearnVest. was more beaten-up messenger bag and Abercrombie & Fitch hoodie. I would have killed for a Louis Vuitton bag. So during my junior year abroad in France, I did something dumb. But, instead, I opted for a bag the size of my circa-2003 cellphone....

September 22, 2014 · 4 min · 653 words · Carrie Carter

How to Run Android Apps Inside Chrome on Any Desktop Operating System

Recently, Google made the first batch of Android appsavailable for Chrome. It was only a matter of time before some clever users gave that power to everyone. Now that time has come. Here’s how to install (nearly) any Android app on any operating system. Obvious Disclaimer:This is still eight million kinds of broken and absolutely nothing here comes with a guarantee. This process is the opposite of both those things.You will need Chrome 37+ for the following guide....

September 22, 2014 · 4 min · 793 words · Heather Clark

How to Use a Fake Name on Facebook Without Getting Flagged

Facebook has always had a policy of requiring users to supply their real name on the site. Enforcement has been lax, but there’s still a risk of getting caught. Here’s how to fly under the radar if you better. It should be noted that what we’re discussing is technicallyagainst Facebook policy. Until Facebook changes its policies, this is the risk you run. We also can’t guaranteewhat kindof name you’re free to use....

September 22, 2014 · 2 min · 312 words · Teresa Allen

Integrate, Rather Than Emulate, the Behavior of Your Role Models

Learning from others is fantastic. The truth is, Jobs was as different from his rivals as they are to him. Becoming Steve Jobs isn’tthekey to success. And there are plenty of others: Think of the startup myth of a bunch guys in a garage. Or the one that all founders have to work for 80-hour weeks to be successful. Or how every successful designer is obsessive about every last detail....

September 22, 2014 · 1 min · 146 words · George Olson

Monoprice's Famous Earbuds, 5TB External, Brother Printer [Deals]

Monoprice’sunassuming 8320 earbudshave a huge cult following, and aLifehacker Hive Fiverecommendation. Today only, you’re able to get a refurb from Amazon for only $159. [RefurbKindle Fire HDX 7", $159] This external weighs in at $32 per terabyte. What a world we live in. Not amazing specs, but more than enough for your streaming needs. Your life will be better for it. This model typically sells for $100+ new. This 55" Smart TV from LG has never gone for less than $900 on Amazon until now....

September 22, 2014 · 1 min · 133 words · Kimberly Fernandez