Practice Self-Compassion to Improve How You Feel About Yourself

I was surprised to find that self-esteem isn’t as straight-forward as I’d thoughtwhat matters more is self-compassion. This post originally appeared on theCrew Blog. How Does Self-Esteem Affect Us? High self-esteem has beenlinked to narcissism, which encourages people to rate themselves higher, subjectively. It could, in fact, be that good job performance causes high self-esteem. What Is Self-Compassion? Self-compassion includeskindness and forgiveness of ourselves. In fact, people with high levels of self-compassion aremore likely to want to improvethan those with high self-esteem....

July 28, 2014 · 2 min · 230 words · Paula Edwards

Roll Your Sweat Pants like an Army Ranger to Save Packing Space

It’s always good to travel with at least one comfortable pair of sweat pants or pajama bottoms. We’ve shown you how toRanger roll your socks, but we know you still need more room. Everything should be together in a neat, folded fashion. Now start to tightly roll from the bottom of the pant legs up toward the waistband. How to Fold Your Sweatpants Best Way (Ranger Roll)| YouTube

July 28, 2014 · 1 min · 68 words · Steven James

StatusDuck Stuffs Your Dock Into the Menu Bar

Once you start StatusDuck, all your applications and folders from your dock appear in the menu bar. From there, the menu bar works exactly the same as the dock. it’s possible for you to also hide any apps you don’t want cluttering up the menu bar. you might check out StatusDuck for free with a trial. StatusDuck($15) | viaMakeUseOf

July 28, 2014 · 1 min · 59 words · Nathan Bishop

Tabs Board Switches Google Chrome Tabs by Voice

you could also bring up just that overlay as a tab management system with Ctrl+Shift+A. The keyboard shortcuts are configurable, but the modified keys (Ctrl/Cmd and Shift) are not. Tabs Board| Chrome Web Store viaAddictiveTips

July 28, 2014 · 1 min · 35 words · Ryan Robbins

This Chart Shows Which Companies Have the Best 401(k) Benefits

Not all 401(k) plans are created equal. Some companies won’t offer a match, some companies will match more than others. The companies are then given a score based on what they offer and ranked.

July 28, 2014 · 1 min · 34 words · Jessica Bauer

This DIY Wine Glass Rack Saves Space, Is Easy to Build

Here’s how to build one yourself. Instructables userJon-a-tronput this together. The end result doesn’t look too bad either. Hit the link below for the full walkthrough. Scrap Wood Wine Glass Rack| Instructables

July 28, 2014 · 1 min · 32 words · Christopher Harmon

Three Quick Ways to Declutter in 10 Minutes

3 Very Effective Ways to Spend 10 Minutes| Apartment Therapy

July 28, 2014 · 1 min · 10 words · Kimberly Mathis

Five Best Usenet Providers

Before we begin though: Yes, yes, the “first rule.” Everyone knows, it’s not special knowledge and hasn’t been for decades, let’s move on. If you’re thinking “why not use bittorrent,“we have an explainer on that too. We’ll get to that a little later. That’s possible because Newshosting is a Highwinds/UNS Holdings reseller (as is Easynews.) Newshosting also talks the talk on privacy, and punishes false DMCA claims. you’ve got the option to read theirprivacy policy, TOS, and DMCA policies here....

July 27, 2014 · 2 min · 389 words · Ashley Russell

Know the Warning Signs of a Job Scam

When they interview you, who spends most of the time talking: you, or them? Will they give you a formal contract? Are you being asked to pay any money up front? (This didn’t happen to me, but often does. This should NEVER happen.) Check out the link for more. Graduates: How to Spot a Job Scam| Undercover Recruiter Photo bybpsusf.

July 27, 2014 · 1 min · 60 words · Sean Jackson

Try "Tabless Thursdays" for Better Single Tasking

Tabs are a great way to keep many internet tool windows open at once. The Atlantic recommends going tabless one day a week to stay focused. Tabs in a web app allow us to think we are multi-tasking. We’re often just distracting ourselves. Save up tasks for Thursdays that need intense focus. Tabless Thursday can be your day to intensely single-task and avoid multiple tabs in your web client. One tab, one task, one day a week....

July 27, 2014 · 1 min · 111 words · Richard Price

Use Your Audience to Prove Your Point Instead of a Slide

Often, when giving a presentation, we have to show statistics to illustrate our point. Instead of using a slide, consider getting the audience involved to help them understand the numbers. You may need to prep the room in advance and this requires a willing audience. 5 Ways to Give A Presentation That Nobody Will Ever Forget| The Muse viaInc.com Photo byTopRank Online Marketing.

July 27, 2014 · 1 min · 63 words · Joshua Allison

Use Your Hands to Make the Best Egg Salad

Egg salad is a great lunch for work or a picnic. Using your hands was the best. Making egg salad can be messy, so using your hands requires fewer utensils. Check out the other tips for making the best egg salad you’ve ever had. The Food Lab Turbo: How to Make The Best Egg Salad| Serious Eats Photo byNatalieMaynor.

July 27, 2014 · 1 min · 59 words · Michelle Rodriguez

Fix an Uneven Chair Leg with a Wine Cork

Wobbly chairs are annoying. Wine corks, even those made of plastic, are the perfect shape for a chair leg. Measure the cork, cut it, and glue it on the end of the chair. I’d suggest not using the stained end of the cork since it may mark your floors. How to fix uneven patio furniture legs with a wine cork| Mother Nature online grid

July 26, 2014 · 1 min · 64 words · Tracey Perkins