#1. Pop an onion or a scouring pad in the end of this nifty tool to clean or season your grill. Available for $18 from here. #2. A coffee measuring spoon that doubles up as a bag clip for super-fresh coffee.…
#1. Giant bubbles. Perfect for overcast days, as the humidity makes the bubbles last longer, use 6 cups of water, 1/2 cup of washing up liquid, 1/2 cup of cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of baking powder and 1 tablespoon of glycerine…
Etiquette used to be the glue that held society together and allowed people to get on without causing offence or harm. And while some rules of etiquette are painfully old fashioned today, there are many that are just as relevant and…
Everyone knows that body language is very important and says a lot about how you’re feeling, but did you know that improving your posture can actually affect your mood and mind? Here’s how. #1. Sitting up straight helps you remember positive moments. The simple act…
#1. Stock your pantry like a pro. Ensure you have non-perishable essentials stocked and you’ll always be able to whip up a tasty meal in minutes. Check out the list below or see here for ideas. #2. Master the art…
#1. They acknowledge the setback and learn from it. Successful people reflect on their failures because they offer the best learning opportunities. Thinking about why and how you went wrong makes you more aware of your strengths and weaknesses, and going forward, allows you…
If you’ve ever found yourself being unproductive or feeling sluggish during the day, maybe you’re just doing things at the wrong times. It’s time to plan your day with science. The best time to hold a meeting is Tuesday at…
#1. Check in online. You can now skip the queues and check in up to 24 hours before your departure time with most airlines. As well as being able to choose your seat, the earlier you check in the…
#1. Being messy. It turns out that messy people aren’t lazy — they’re actually creative folk who don’t follow conventions. Kathleen Vohs from the University of Minnesota thinks that messy people actually have one of the most highly desirable traits around — creativity. “Disorderly environments seem…
A recent study has shown that there’s a simple way to use your brain power to combat a bad night’s sleep and trick yourself into feeling more awake. 21 students from Colorado College were given a short lesson on what constitutes…
One of the challenges of planning a wedding is putting out party favours that people will actually want to take home. The last thing any couple needs at their wedding is money down the drain from leftover giveaways. But have no…
#1. They are ridiculously positive. Being positive means never giving up. Billionaire success stories all include this: they never stopped pushing forward and they knew that they would get there in the end. #2. They think of failures as lessons. When a billionaire…
The phrase, “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade,” is about being optimistic and positive when things aren’t in your favor. The lemons, sour by nature, are a metaphor for the difficult times in life. But when things aren’t going your way, don’t despair…
#1. Smile. It sounds obvious, but it’s all too easy to lapse into “bitchy resting face”. One study found that women smiling were perceived as more likeable than women who weren’t smiling, regardless of body language. #2. Monitor your friend…
When your face is behind a phone or camera, you’re not seeing the vivid colors of life. While on vacation, it may seem like taking pictures of all the new and interesting things you see is the best way to remember…
Sometimes it’s difficult to think about loving someone again when you’ve recently broken up or have been single for a while. After all, making yourself vulnerable and putting yourself out there for love can be a bit terrifying. But luckily, there are…