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"How to deal with a superior who gives unclear instructions and jeopardizes your work in the process I'm a freelancer. I work for this person who does not give instructions clearly, forgets what they instructed me to do on a certain task, is easily distracted, I confirm verbally with them two or three times \"this ... | [
"So I would send an email after every single in person meeting with a “just confirming what we talked about” and a synopsis. Just to have it in writing. Mostly for you and kinda to hold them accountable. \n\nIt’s a old freelancers trick :)",
"Stand up for yourself. I find peace in the idea that you can, and proba... | 0 | [
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"How to \"reset\" the taste in your mouth Been looking for a solution to this problem for a while now, but basically its after eating things involving ranch dressing or garlic. The biggest offender would be Cool Ranch Doritos, and it just seems like no matter what I eat or drink for the rest of the day, my mouth ha... | [
"Ginger is used in sushi for this purpose. Parsley is also used for this. Some people use mint. I find brushing my teeth and tongue with minty toothpaste helps or use Listerine. ",
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"how to get melted lipstick out of clothing. I stupidly forgot a tube of lipstick in a pocket and it ended up in the dryer with All my work pants (khaki) any suggestions on how to get it out? Cant afford all new pants right now so it would be very appreciated!",
"how to get melted lipstick out of clothing. I stup... | [
"If they aren't delicate a fabric,you could try dish detergent. At one point I accidentally got bright red lipstick on my tan, wool peacoat and used dish soap on it and it came right out. Another time,I had a nose bleed and some blood dripped on the same coat and dish soap got it right out too. Remember though,YMMV... | 0 | [
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"Where can I meet other college aged, active, friendly people (M/F) I need to get a life and get back in shape and ATM, all my friends are also sloths. I am in decent shape because of my job but I want to meet fun, outdoorsy people because I hate doing things by myself and I'm tired of staying on reddit all day.",... | [
"Rock climbing studios/gyms have fantastic, active communities. There are always regulars open to inviting new friends.",
"Classes. Post-grad classes, dance classes, cooking classes, or any athletic classes that break people into teams/groups. "
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"Maintaining eye contact through a conversation During a conversation I often find myself not knowing where to place my eyes. Maybe I'll look at them, then to the side, then to the ground, or even at another person. I don't do it on purpose, i think it's a nervous reaction because it mainly happens with people that... | [
"I make eye contact. Since you can't really look at both eyes at the same time, I usually focus on one, then the other. I'm also an artist so I sometimes just study their features for later drawing things. ",
"look at different parts of their face, if your talking about something near you look at that and go back... | 0 | [
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"drying large blankets that dont dry fully in dryers Was thinking about hanging them outside during the day but im worried about bugs since its super furry/fuzzy and large. would rather not sleep and have a bug crawl on my face",
"drying large blankets that dont dry fully in dryers Was thinking about hanging them... | [
"Outside works great and when it's dry, smack it with a broom while it's still hanging to get any critters off. \n\nMy mom used to do that ",
"I also do 2 cycles in the dryer, and I make sure to flip it around between the cycles. Then, if it's still damp, I'll leave it out to fully dry, indoors. You could also go... | 0 | [
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"Sticker Removal? It's Christmas time again and this seems to be something I struggle with every year. Is there any sort of secret or magical way to remove a glued-on sticker from something (a book, specifically) without damaging it/the cover?",
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"If you want to avoid using liquids - such as nail polish removers - a hair dryer is very efficient.\n\nThe hot air makes the glue soften and you can remove most stickers without damaging the book cover, and without leaving glue on the surface.",
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"What's the best, tried-and-true method of getting that musty smell out of clothes? Sometimes I leave clothes on the floor next to the shower, and sometimes they get wet and I don't pick them up until later in the day when I get back home. When I do get home, they have a mildew-y smell that I can't completely get o... | [
"Use a cup of white vinegar in the wash along with your regular tide or wisk or whatever. It'll get the stink out and kill any potential fungi. ",
"Rewashing the clothes and using white vinegar will help (a 1/2 cup for a full load), however the best solution I have found is putting the clothes outside in the sun ... | 0 | [
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"How to talk to someone through text. I'm fine with talking to people in person, but I always have trouble typing out conversations with others. ",
"How to talk to someone through text. I'm fine with talking to people in person, but I always have trouble typing out conversations with others. "
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"as a professional writer (I work in an ad agency) I experience every day that many people have some difficulties communication with written words such as email messages f.e.\n\nto me there are three main differences between spoken and written words:\n1. a written text cannot show the mimics of the person \"talking... | 0 | [
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"To those who have become aware they are narcissist, what gave you the awareness and what did you do to stop being narcissistic? ",
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"From my experience dealing with narcissistic People, friends and co-workers etc, they usually know from a young age, and they don't want to change their ways because their ways benifits them",
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"Tips for a long road trip. I'm driving accross country soon and I received the advice to bring a pillow and put it under my lower back to alleviate soreness and back pain. I was wondering if anyone else had any other advice, anything along the lines of what to bring, how to pass the time, or how to remain comforta... | [
"I like to bring in-the-shell sunflower seeds, as something to snack on that will keep you alert but doesn't fill you up or make a mess. Have a small garbage can in the passenger seat or just behind it for trash. Also, a roll of paper towels stashed somewhere in case you have a spill... since your meals will proba... | 0 | [
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"How can I be happy with myself? It seems everything I do, I turn it into some type of competition with myself. I have tendencies to always want to get better at something, which can be a good thing, but I also want to be happy and focus on the progress I've made. I don't want to keep focusing on where I'm not. I ... | [
"Physically write down the small wins you notice. *Track your growth* and when you feel like you're being too hard on yourself, you'll have the list of things you have achieved to make you feel better. \n\nEventually, your focus will shift to your progress. ",
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"How to balance being a high-performer at work with detaching self-worth & emotions from it? And is this even possible?\n\nObjectively through my accomplishments and work evaluations, I'd classify myself as an achiever/high performer at work. Through the years of my career and the different companies I've been ... | [
"Foster hobbies and relationships outside of work that you also value to provide perspective at work. Remember that you can be laid off at any time for almost any reason, but your hobbies and personal relationships last a lifetime.\n\nThis can actually result in better performance at work, as you won’t get as emot... | 0 | [
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"How to help a depressive friend (that you haven't seen in a while) I haven't spoken to this friend for over a year. We just lost contact. Today I heard she suffers from depression. Is reaching out to her good? Will it help her?",
"How to help a depressive friend (that you haven't seen in a while) I haven't spoke... | [
"As a depressed person, if it's me, then I would be delighted to hear from you, assuming you're not pushy about reestablishing the connection (demanding, pushing for a meeting, calling every day to chat, etc.)",
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"How to react when people are being rude with you in public i know it can be summarized into fight or flight, but i want to play it cool. \n\nI have seen situations that someone is being rude toward a person with companions but he/she just acts like it didnt happen.\n\nMy question is how should a male respond to so... | [
"a long time ago i read something elsewhere on reddit where somebody said their reaction is along the lines of \"I'm surprised you feel comfortable saying that\". I haven't had the chance to use it yet but I always remember it just in case I need to use it, I think it's the perfect response.",
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"How to start hanging out again with a friend whom I wasn't in contact for some years First of all I think is necessary to say that I'm not a native speaker, if I made any mistake while writing this post or there are some things that are not clear enough I'd appreciate if you could tell me to ",
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"How about inviting her for something that will take longer than a drink? Maybe a hike, or something outside because that would be good for your depression anyway. Then just talk. Maybe ask her about her life since you lost touch? Be interested in the details, especially about how she felt during those times. Share... | 0 | [
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"Dry lips I'm going to look like [this](http://i.imgur.com/CSWjN.jpg) after I try all this stuff. Thanks guys!",
"Dry lips I'm going to look like [this](http://i.imgur.com/CSWjN.jpg) after I try all this stuff. Thanks guys!",
"Dry lips I'm going to look like [this](http://i.imgur.com/CSWjN.jpg) after I try all ... | [
"avoid commercial crap like chapstick, it just makes your lips need more chapstick. i like Burt's Bees stuff much better.",
"Lanolin. [This Stuff](http://www.lansinoh.com/products/hpa-lanolin) works really well. You can find it in the baby/nursing section in most big box stores.\n\nIf you are in a bind, you can u... | 0 | [
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"Good blinds So, I have blinds that do not work at all, and I cannot afford good new blinds. I want to be able to have the view during the day, but a light on outside keeps me up at night. I would put a blanket or cardboard over the window, but that is a hassle to put up and down every day. Any suggestions?",
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"not really a LPT, but i shall answer your question\n\nBlackout blinds or Blackout curtains will do the job, if you cant afford the £10 for a new blackout blind then you could make your own curtains or blinds using blackout lining, which you can get for about half the price. It is probably worth investing in a blac... | 0 | [
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"How does someone get INTO a habit? There are many good habits to have.\n\nGoing to bed/Waking up early, writing in a planner, creating a daily schedule for some things.\n\nBut many people including myself have a hard time getting into these habits.\n\nThe habit I myself want to get into, is taking care of my teeth... | [
"The only way to start or stop anything is through discipline. You have to decide to do something and then keep doing it no matter what. \n\nJocko for details: https://youtu.be/_tE8kE8IfiY",
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"How to talk someone down when they're feeling suicidal. I've dealt with this issue before in my life. A good friend of mine took their life and I could have talked them down. I just didn't know how. ",
"How to talk someone down when they're feeling suicidal. I've dealt with this issue before in my life. A good f... | [
"The best thing is to just talk and **listen**. Make a connection with them and talk about that (do you/they have kids, family? Are they religious? etc.) Find something in that connection to give them hope for the future.\n\nBe wary offering advice because it can throw some people off and they are less likely to li... | 0 | [
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"Getting rid of material clutter / cutting out the crap. Hi all, \n\nIn 2015 I'd like to try and cut down on the amount of literal material clutter I have. Space is a premium - I'm forced to rent currently and have much that I seldom need. \n\nSome of it - however - remains, because I *might* need it some day or be... | [
"-most manuals are digital now... And if you're a dude, you probably don't read the manual. \n\n-Why will you need the boxes? For a move? People by used cell phones without the box. What's the need for an original box? I understand something like a PlayStation if you move around a bit but really, those can be gone ... | 0 | [
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"How to be social? I'm tired of being a recluse and so introverted. It's almost impossible for me to make small talk or conversation and that makes people uncomfortable since I'm so incredibly awkward and quiet. I don't know if it's because I'm over thinking what I say or if it's just that it's hard for me to relat... | [
"rule #1, get out there. you have to put yourself into social situations, even though you may avoid them. rule #2 ask open ended questions to people. do not ask questions that can be answered with one word answers. then, after the person has answered your question, make a short comment on the same topic (like your ... | 0 | [
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"Getting rid of the ringing/beeping noise in your ears I have had an issue with falling asleep lately because there would be a constant ringing, usually in my right ear, but alternating every so often. It's extremely annoying and makes it hard to fall asleep. Any tips on getting rid of it?",
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"As someone living with Tinnitus, my advice would be to try to ignore it or forget about it. Don't think or obsess over it. Eventually you will stop noticing it. Because it never stops. Never. eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee....",
"White noise. It's all that works for me. I can't sleep without a fan in the room. Either a ... | 0 | [
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"How can I stop being so cynical? Okay, you may remember my fear of failure LPT request, now, that fear of failure is part of my everyday existential crisis I will have.\n\nI just seem to always think that the universe is infinite, and that we are just a series of tiny little dots, and we all die in the end.\n\nI k... | [
"Stop what you're doing, walk out of the house and travel.\n\nYour cynicism is a result of a narrow field of view. Go and watch humans being. You might be surprised. ",
"Cynicism can sometimes be a rationalization of the fear of action. It lets you tell yourself to expect nothing so you can never be let down. It... | 0 | [
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"a way to expose someone who is going through my lunch box. I strongly suspect one of my coworkers is going through my lunch box and would very much live to bust them. I was thinking of something along the lines of the paint bomb they put in the bank robber's duffle bag. I don't care if it wrecks my lunch box, so l... | [
"Maybe not so destructive, but this will be simple and cheap. Go to a home improvement store and buy those little sticky Velcro strips and a standalone door alarm. It's a little plastic job that takes a battery and comes in two pieces. When the pieces are separated from each other, the alarm goes off. Stick one hal... | 0 | [
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"How to turn a college summer internship into a full-time offer Working in a health policy setting this summer for the first time, probably helping with a mix of desk/background research and implementing new care delivery programs. This is a field and organization I'm really interested in going into after graduatio... | [
"Ok so I may be able to help here. I was in this same position about three years ago (investment banking in nyc). Did the summer, got the full-time offer. Been working at the same bank ever since. \n\n1. Introduce yourself to everyone on your floor. This includes janitors, mail people, etc. Do this on day 1. Every ... | 0 | [
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"How to speak to a higher status leader of a company? I have an entry level job in my company and the other day a manager several places ahead of me came in. Eventually I end up in a car ride with this guy to pick up something and me being a dumb 20 year old did not really know what to say or ask. I felt like I was... | [
"Just remember he is human. Try to connect on a human level but speak and act with professionalism and respect. Has always worked for me.",
"Sports might be a good ice breaker. If he says he doesn't play/follow any sports ask him what he enjoys doing in his free time. ",
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"Getting a Promotion So I've been out of college for 5 years, and in that time I've seen coworkers quickly rise through the ranks. I've also seen coworkers who are no less intelligent, and no less hardworking, stay exactly where they are. I'm wondering if any of you have suggestions for how to be the kind of pers... | [
"The most important thing is initiative! Supervisors/managers don't see everything you do or know everything you want (hopefully), they won't know just how amazing you are unless you show them. The people who wait around and complain about not moving up are those who become lifers in the bottom tier.\n\nThe best th... | 0 | [
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"How to dance without looking like a total idiot. I can't dance. It's embarrassing. Does anyone have any tips or easy to learn moves I can pull on a dance floor so I at least look like I have some kind of idea what I'm doing, rather than flailing my arms about like I'm having a seizure.",
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"Have fun with it, if that means flailing your arms, so be it. People won't really care how you look; if you have energy and seem like you're having the time of your life, people will naturally come over to you to feed off of your energy and have a good time as well. \n\nIf you really don't know what to do, go over... | 0 | [
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"How to get bad odor out of TOMS. I have tried everything, but they still stink. I wear socks with them and they cut down on the odor a bit, but it still smells worse than any other shoe I have ever owned. So help?",
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"Baking soda really helped mine, but just remember to clean out the baking soda after. If you don't and you let it stay in there, then they will smell worse than Satan's asshole.",
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"How do I get my ISP to provide a better service? Title pretty much covers it, though I do need to explain the situation and a couple things I’ve tried. Also, mods remove this if it isn’t allowed. I skimmed the rules before posting but I don’t think this violates any. \n\nI live in a pretty rural area in upstate NY... | [
"if you're able, threaten to leave if they don't. If they call your bluff, leave and find a new ISP. If you're paying for a service you're getting then there should be someone you can report them to (not sure who in america) or they'd be in breach of contract or something along those lines.",
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"How to Deflate an Erection in an Emergency Every time an inconvenient boner strikes, I think \"Great, I wasn't even thinking about sex, wait... Now I am.\" I am very bad at controlling my intrusive thoughts. Anyone got any boner-killing tips that work for them?",
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"Just discretely cut it off and place it in your pocket. Then reattach it later when you get home or whatever. ",
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"When directly spoken to, how do i keep a direct eye contact without staring the other person down? I was at a job interview today and as i was spoken to i tried my best to keep eye contact, to seem hard-willed. But i also started thinking \"We've looked eachother in the eyes for quite a while now.\" I would then c... | [
"Keep your gaze focused on the bridge of their nose. To them, it will look like you are keeping eye contact, but will make you less nervous.\n\nAlso, watch what ***they*** do with their eyes. If they keep eye contact, refer to my previous statement. If you notice they frequently look off to the side, or otherwise a... | 0 | [
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"How do I trap/kill/get rid of tiny fruit flies/gnats in my kitchen? So, I got Hurricane Sandy'ed, and due to the power being out and no water running, we didn't clean all that well. I wouldn't say it was horrible, but it was enough to spawn a handful of these pesky little flies. In my experience, cleaning ususal... | [
"With the vinegar/wine cup tricks, put saran wrap over the top of the cup and poke fruit fly sized holes in it. They will find it easy to get it as they are attracted to the smell but once in they will clang around having no smell to go on and eventually drown. ",
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"How to remove silly putty stains from a mattress. My son slept with his silly putty under his pillow last night... Nothing like having to tear the pillow from the mattress in the morning. It's not exactly silly putty, it was a cheap knock-off type sticky thing. Anyway, I have all of the actual sticky bit removed u... | [
"Apparently Noxema will remove it, test it out first on an area that is not too visible.\n\nhttp://www.thriftyfun.com/tf633397.tip.html",
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"How to deal with nosy people? With the holiday season coming up, I am wondering on how I can improve answering questions without revealing things that I don't want others to know?",
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"try to change the subject or try to stall and make them forget the subject e.g. get distracted by a pet or going to the toilet",
"Don't volunteer anything. It's a running joke that my mom has to interrogate me when I visit for the holidays, because I offer up nothing. I offer up nothing because it leads to m... | 0 | [
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"I've signed up for the National Do Not Call Registry, but I've still been getting robo-calls. They're all different numbers but from the same state and exactly the same robo-call message trying to tell me I've won a resort stay. Is there any way I can get this to stop? ",
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"This applies if you live in the USA, I'm not sure about other countries. But what you should do is try to stay on the line until you get a live person (and you usually will) and tell them to stop calling you. Mention that you have registered with the do not call registry and any further contact will be treated as ... | 0 | [
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"How to Boost Charisma I've just started a great new job, that I'm very excited about. The job will require me meet with important clients and running engaging workshops and meetings.\n\nIt's very important that I have a lot of charisma, and I would say that I am charismatic but in a different way.\n\nThis might so... | [
"If your going Paladin, you automatically have to put 17 in charisma... If your rolled well you might have a 17 already but if your rolled crap like I usually do you might need drop a point in Intelligence or Dexterity.",
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"If bumping into your Ex while your current partner is present, introduce as Ex or just not mention if it doesn't come up? ",
"If bumping into your Ex while your current partner is present, introduce as Ex or just not mention if it doesn't come up? ",
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"Always introduce them as your ex. Waiting until later will make them wonder why you waited and if you don't say anything and they find out, they are not going to be happy.\n\nBetter to rip off the band-aid and deal with it.\n\nNot everyone hates their ex, and some folks hold on to old feelings. Ignoring it and b... | 0 | [
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"I just reached highschool, in my area we are still doing online learning, but will be learning face to face classes by the end of august, and I want some tips since I haven't seen my school for 2 years. ",
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"Best advice I can give is don't care what the other kids think of you and they will think higher of you.",
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"Tips or suggestions on supervising employees a generation or two older than you. At my workplace, I'm transitioning into a supervisory position that oversees four permanent employees and varying numbers of temporary staff, depending on needs. Almost all of these employees (including all of the permanent employees)... | [
"Include them early in a process, ask for their input/experience, put them in charge (or deputy) for a project so they can get behind it. Treat them with respect, acknowledge their experience & insight. Then show them you know your stuff without showing off, make it transparent that you are considering all ideas/p... | 0 | [
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"How do I work faster without sacrificing quality? This is my first ever graphic design job after graduation. I work for an outsourcing company and we're not allowed to bring any files home or have copies of them outside of the office. So, I can't review them when I get home. All I have are my notes. They job is ki... | [
"Get to know your programs like the back of your hand so you don't spend and hour trying to figure out how to create an object and also drink coffee for stimulation. Works",
"Slow is smooth, smooth is fast.\n\nBreathe in. Count to 4. Breathe out. Count to 4. A lot of your troubles are coming from trying to sprint... | 0 | [
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"Keeping flies out of your room Living in the basement of a fraternity, I tend to have a lot of flies buzzing around. I bought a fly trap that worked well but I'm still seeing flies everywhere. Any tips?",
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"Apple cider vinegar in a cup, mixed with a couple drops of dish soap to break the surface tension. It works miracles for fruit flies, still works for larger flies. Works even better if you make a paper funnel with an inch hole in the bottom that rests on top of the cup above the liquid level. This mostly prevent... | 0 | [
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"How to deal with eye contact during pauses in conversation without seeming awkward. I'm a fairly socially capable guy, but ultimately I'm an introvert who has to expend a decent effort to keep a conversation alive. \n\nWhen the conversation is alive eye contact is easy. \n\nBut I often find that as soon as one top... | [
"Look onto people's eyebrows. It feels a lot less awkward for you and they still think you're looking them into the eyes.",
"It's fine to look around periodically. No one wants you to look them straight in the eyes all the time.",
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"How to develop hobbies as a guy I have no hobbies other than watching TV and browsing the Internet.\n\nWhat kind of hobbies I can pick up to be more interesting?",
"How to develop hobbies as a guy I have no hobbies other than watching TV and browsing the Internet.\n\nWhat kind of hobbies I can pick up to be more... | [
"Here's a nice list:\n\nhttp://www.artofmanliness.com/2010/01/06/45-manly-hobbies/\n\nAnd there's links to other ones, too!",
"What do you like to do?\n\nJoin a coed sports league.\n\nStart hiking, kayaking, biking, etc. Then find some friends to do that with. Check with your outfitter as they mostly all offer cl... | 0 | [
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"I want to become more articulate via imitation. Any suggestions? I've been trying to become articulate by imitating well-spoken celebrities and public figures. Can you suggest any people (talk show hosts, news anchors, radio hosts, academics, politicians, actors, youtubers, etc). that you think would be worth imi... | [
"Read something written by Thomas Jefferson. Slowly. His writing was dense and highly structured, and is really hard to get through. But it is also an exercise in organizing your mind. You will find yourself adopting some of the rhetorical structures he used, often because they are just fun to use. Also, his vocabu... | 0 | [
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"Quick, convenient, portable way to get blackboard chalk off your hands. I'm a TA and after class, I always have chalk all over my hands. Due to transportation scheduling issues, I don't have time to give my hands a thorough washing afterward, and am stuck with chalky hands. Is there something I can carry in my p... | [
"When I've got bread dust from pizza on my hands I like to take advantage of the wetness on my soda can to help remove the powder. If you don't have a cold can handy then I suggest always carrying a water bottle. Not only will you have water to constantly hydrate yourself but you'll have some to sprinkle on your ha... | 0 | [
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"How do you increase self-confidence? As the title says, what are people's little tips on increasing self confidence or presenting yourself as more confident?",
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"There is evidence that “fake it till you make it” is biologically beneficial.\n\nAdopt a positive and confident posture and your body will support this with biochemistry. \n\nDon’t sit hunched over with your arms wrapped up and your knees together, sit back and spread yourself out across 3 seats. Obviously you sho... | 0 | [
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" Make wearing glasses in the rain suck less I've Googled and there seems to be no consensus on whether or not you can use Rain-X on your prescription glasses.\n\nBut is there a way to make it so you don't need to keep cleaning them off after being in the rain?",
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"What you're looking for is a super hydrophobic solution, which they don't have anything for glasses specifically that I know of. I recommend checking out [this car spray](http://www.sportsrecreationmall.com/csvc001.html?mr:trackingCode=BA023419-040F-E111-AC9E-001B2163195C&mr:referralID=NA) , which I'd be careful u... | 0 | [
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"Winterizing windows? I need some clever and really inexpensive ways to keep the freezing cold from coming in through my old windows. I mean, really inexpensive. Thanks!",
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"There are [kits](http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/NAHomeEnergy/Home/Products/~/3M-Indoor-Window-Insulator-Kit-5-Windows?N=7579606+3294348353+3294529207&rt=rud) you can buy that seal off the windows during the winter. They're very effective and easily applied. Just be careful if you're applying them to p... | 0 | [
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"How to stop down duvet slipping down in its cover I hate this, every damn night. Only thing i could find on google involves using needle and treath, but i dont feel like doing so much work on all those sheets",
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"You could try safety pinning the corners inside the cover. If you pin it into the seams the pins shouldn't show through. Alternatively you could get a set of those elastic sheet clips and clip the top edge to the seam instead. That might have too much slack though. Good luck!",
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"how to be less fearful of flying. As the text says. I wouldn't say I am completely aerophobic, but I do have a higher fear of flying compared to the average person. I start getting anxious when turbulence starts happening and when the plane starts feeling like it's gonna \"fall\" or just plummit I start freaking o... | [
"I fly a lot, I'll note the following things:\n\n* Regarding turbulence, if the flight attendants don't seem nervous, then you shouldn't be either. It happens, and I promise you that no turbulence you feel will be strong enough to shear the wings off. The worst case is that you'll drop fast enough such that if yo... | 0 | [
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"Make a \"first night, next morning\" bag that goes in the passenger seat of your car - clothes, soap, mini bottle of shampoo, deodorant, money for dinner AND breakfast, ***TOILET PAPER***\n\nIf you have less than a month, start washing your dishes (even if they don't need it) and put winter clothes between each as... | 0 | [
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"Laughed in the middle of a funeral once, but it was because my son turned to his grandmother and said \"You're next\".",
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"Way to organize notes by topic or keyword I am in physical therapy school. PT school is postgraduate doctorate program. Between all of my classes at PT school and some of my classes in undergraduate college, I have quite a bit of typed notes. Sometimes classes brush on some topics and other classes dive deeper.... | [
"I use Evernote for practically everything related to school and work. You can add as many tags as you want to each \"note.\" You can also import different file types, including .pdf and .ppt. I'd give it a try!",
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"Reducing the bags over my eyes that have built up over time (for a male) Sleep has always been hard to come by for me and, as a direct result, I have bags under my eyes that are extremely visible. As I try and enter the professional world I am attempting to refine my image. Does anyone have tips that can reduce he... | [
"I've heard hemorrhoid cream, amongst other things, can help.\n\nhttp://www.womenshealthmag.com/style/diy-beauty-trick-does-hemorrhoid-cream-cure-under-eye-circles",
"http://www.wikihow.com/Cure-Puffy-Eyes\n\nHonestly, there's a huge list of things you might not have considered. Hydration, allergies, alcohol, sal... | 0 | [
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"If this is a work issue, you should probably get the OHSW officer to do a workplace assessment to make sure that your workstation is set up properly.\n\nIf you're working from home, try this: https://safety.unsw.edu.au/office-safety-toolkit/workstation-setup\n\nStretch: http://www.borndaily.com/blog/archives/02-20... | 0 | [
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"Birthday is tomorrow — how to make the most of it? Btw no friends, no job, poor, kinda depressed, etc.",
"Birthday is tomorrow — how to make the most of it? Btw no friends, no job, poor, kinda depressed, etc.",
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"Dennys offers a free meal with ID on your birthday, they always include a scoop of ice cream. The park is good for bird watching. ",
"go do something outdoorsey (and free) like a hike, or Disc golf in the morning. That way, no matter how the rest of your day unfolds, you'll feel like you did something cool",
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"As a person who isn't eating too much and is living alone, how can I optimize my food purchases/consumption so that I eat healthy, have a diverse diet but at the same time food doesn't rot in the fridge and I don't spend a fortune just buying small amounts of everything daily? ",
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"Cook and freeze large quantities of food over the weekend. Ex: If you cook a big pot of black beans, you can use them in tacos, chicken bakes, baked southwestern egg rolls, etc. This provides a diverse diet that's cost effective and easy. This method also lends itself to lots of leftovers which helps with lunch... | 0 | [
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"how to deal with death? So my girlfriend's (20) mom (55) is dying of cancer and has just days left. Everyone in the family is deeply depressed as she's on her death bed. How do I, an outsider of the family, help them cope? I don't know what to do or say in any situation when someone breaks down as we grieve in her... | [
"let them grieve, you don't have to really say anything other than be a shoulder to cry on, and you also serve as consistency in their lives, now that something is gone, you're there to help their brains form a coping mechanism of consistency and that you're at least still there. do what they say, help them out wit... | 0 | [
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"How to get someone to take over your lease/sublet at an apartment I really need to move out and it's impossible to find someone to take it. I don't know how to get the word out properly or anything. Please help?",
"How to get someone to take over your lease/sublet at an apartment I really need to move out and it... | [
"Check your copy of the lease. Most standard leases have a buyout clause, which would allow you to pay a couple months and not be held to the rest of the lease length.",
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"Is there a way to stop itunes loading every time I plug in my iPod? Its pretty annoying when I just want to charge the thing",
"Is there a way to stop itunes loading every time I plug in my iPod? Its pretty annoying when I just want to charge the thing",
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"iTunes -> Preferences -> Devices -> Check \"Prevent iPods, iPhones, and iPads from syncing automatically -> OK",
"On the screen where it displays your Device info, there should be some options in the lower right. I believe what you're looking for is there.",
"Here's how:\n\n(1) Press Option + Command & hold t... | 0 | [
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"How do you prevent your lips from drying and cracking without using lip balm or vaseline daily? I've had chapped lips for the longest of time. I stopped using lip balm because i heard it makes it worst, but i still have really dry/cracked lips. I drink lots of water everyday so i don't what other ways to prevent t... | [
"Aquaphor does wonders for cracked skin and also works for lips. I've even used it on sunburn. \nI don't think you're gonna prevent it from happening without a balm unless you wear a good scarf over your mouth every time you go outside this winter.",
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"How to fill my summer (I'm an educator) This is my first summer after my first year of working in a school. I feel like I've earned the time off with the work I do during the year, but half-way through the break, I'm finding myself feeling like I'm wasting my summer. Working in education, I don't make the kind of ... | [
"Maybe try volunteering; you'll get to meet people and put your time to good use. If you like animals I know animal shelters usually can use a hand just playing with/walking dogs.",
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"What can/should I do with gift cards below $3? I have a couple of AMEX gift cards with low balances. I know that I can use them for split payments at certain stores, but I'm wondering if there was anything else I could do with them.",
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"You can find a charity online and just donate the remaining balance. (Use [Charity Watch](https://www.charitywatch.org/home) to make sure you're donating to reputable charities.)",
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"How to find a reliable garage or mechanic for car repairs. I am a woman, just moved to a new area and know I will most likely me chopped liver if I take my car to a random garage to get it fixed. I only know a little but about cars, not much. \n\nOther than bringing a man with me, what are other ways to prevent be... | [
"CarTalk.com posts listener recommendations for auto body shops all over the country > http://www.cartalk.com/mechanics-files",
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"Where can I go to meet new people? I moved out of my parents house about a year ago, and I moved out of state as well. As much as I love living as my own person, life can get really lonely. I have a decent amount of friends that I've had for years, but they all live back home. I still regularly talk to these frien... | [
"It gets harder as you get older to make those connections but there are plenty of cool people about.\nJoin clubs in the local area, say hi to neighbors or maybe volunteer for something locally. \n\nGet to know people and sign up to social events and it will happen 👍",
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"getting back into a series/game/book after not viewing for a long time? What I mean is, if I use a series as an example. There was one I used to love watching, I got about 40 episodes in then stopped for some reason. \n\nI want to watch it again but don’t want to start from the beginning, the problem is it’s quite... | [
"I usually go back and read the wiki on each episode. Even small tidbits of information brings back everything.",
"I have exactly the same problem! I have missed out on completing certain games because I took a break and couldn't remember where I got to. Watching YT catch ups is great for TV series but I am at a ... | 0 | [
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"Effective methods for using a public restroom stall when out alone with an infant/toddler. Being a new parent has made everything more challenging, but this takes the cake. Baby-centric stores and some family restrooms have little belt-in seats mounted to the wall to keep the little ones still/off the floor/from ... | [
"We play the 'hands on hips/head' game. I tell my son to put his hands on his hips and hold them there as long as he can.\n\nI do this to keep him preoccupied while I make a toilet paper seat.",
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"Mix a little alcohol and water together, and use a microfiber cloth. The alcohol will remove the smudges. Don't use windex. \n\nSource: I tried windex and it resulted in smudges, alcohol and water removed it. ",
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"Print 2 or 4 document pages per A4 sheet. Full duplex printing.\n\nDo you really need to print the PDF? There are PDF readers that allow you to make notes on the PDF document",
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"A compelling start to any presentation is important but I don't mean anything gimmicky. Even for a short presentation, craft a story that introduces the problem you're solving, and then how that can be started and run as a business, for-profit or not. There's not enough time for details but make sure the fundament... | 0 | [
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"How to stop motion sickness while reading in moving vehicle. I take the bus every day to work. When ever I read though my stomach flips around and I feel sick for a long time afterwards. Is there any way to stop this? Bus rides are prime Reddit browsing times but I'm not able to utilize them sadly. Plz help. ",
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"Put on glasses, a hat, or even let down your hair to block your peripheral vision. I find that if I can block out seeing the motion, it only takes a little time to trick my brain into forgetting you're moving. I do this and it works if I'm focused on what I'm reading and DO NOT look at anything that would show me ... | 0 | [
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"How to fix a jacked up collar So on some of my older shirts, over time my collars have slowly [started to mess up](http://i.imgur.com/UXyz2mU.jpg). I've tried a few different things (ironing it out, wrinkle spray, etc) and it will correct for about an hour or so, but then turn around and creep back up to this posi... | [
"Make sure you always hang them with the collar popped.\n\nI would also try letting them air dry with the collar popped next time you wash them.",
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"I'm personally into [price.com's](http://price.com/extension) chrome extension. It's a decent way to save on all household supplies. You can get 1-3% back from certain cites like target. com. Additionally the extension will automatically pull up better prices on any item as you’re shopping online. ",
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"home remedies for toothache? Obviously I will be going to the dentist ASAP, but just something to make it more bearable in the mean time. Thanks!",
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"Depends on the type of toothache; pain from pressure/orthodontics problems is going to be different than pain from an exposed nerve.\n\nIf you have a cavity/exposed nerve, brush your teeth or drink some water. Be careful around the sore parts, but if you can get the sugar out of your mouth that aggravates your ner... | 0 | [
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"If you have a smart phone, you might want to look into an app called Sleep Cycle (there are others of the same type, but I use this one). It learns your sleep habit, and then you tell it the time you want to wake up, and it, within a time window that you set (30 minutes is default), will wake you when it determin... | 0 | [
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"When you first hear/read something new try to link it to something else you already know and preferably something you are sure you won't be ever forgetting.\n\nThis won't always guarantee that you won't need repetition, but the times it does need repetition it would need less than usual repetition.\n\nThere is no ... | 0 | [
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"Try tip it and slide it up. Walk it so corner to corner up the stairs make it so the corners are like feet",
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"Well taking methylated b12 helps me recover a lot faster! Gets rid of pains and fatigue. Elevate your feet above your head at night. This has really helped me in the past. Apply cold compress. Look into accupressure trigger points to relieve pain. Losing weight will help if you are overweight. Sit whenever you can... | 0 | [
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"Do the dishes and clean up after yourself. Don’t leave your personal belongings in the common areas. Ask people if they want anything from the store when you go. Buy toilet paper. Clean the common areas. Offer to cook dinner. Make things easy for everyone.",
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"How to take notes more efficiently? How do you take notes in class more efficiently? Hit me with your best tips! It can be everything from how to organize them to how to pick out what’s relevant.\n\n/stressed highschool student TT",
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"Bedridden and my back is killing me I am currently bedridden and my back is killing me. I have no idea what I can do for my self. Can anyone give m... | [
"Check the work of John E Sarno, MD. Lots of info on the internet. I had back pain for 32 years. One operation early on. Read his book, Healing Back Pain. Applied his technique. Have not had a back pain in ten years since.",
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"When someone interrupts you say in a firm voice \"excuse me I was talking\" and carry on with your sentence. It may happen a few more times but if you stick with it, people will remember not to interrupt you because you will call them out on it.",
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"What is the most effective way to tan? I'm basically a white walker reborn and I'm going on a beach vacation in about a month and I don't want to look like a tomato on day one. Is there certain sunblock I should use? Should I be out in the sun all day non stop for the next month? Should I have a daily routine?\... | [
"1. Creams are more effective and stay on longer than sprays.\n\n2. Anything over SPF 30 has diminishing results. Think logarithmic curve.\n\n3. Apply frequently and don't give a shit whatever people think. A friend was just diagnosed with stage 3 melanoma six weeks after having a child who she may never see reach ... | 0 | [
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"advice on how to make like easier for broken ankle (non weight bearing) My girlfriend broke her ankle today, and is now in a boot with crutches. Any tips welcome, especially regarding mobility and stairs (bedroom on 2nd floor).",
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"“Good leg to heaven, bad leg to hell”\n\nGood leg leads when going up the stairs, and bad leg leads going down the stairs. Leading leg on the next step, then feet together on the step. Do that all the way up or down the stairs. A PT taught me this when I was in a boot. It will help you not fall.",
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"Peeling an orange I tried looking for tips on google - nothing much of help. Give us any relevant tips you know. Especially for peeling this white... endolayer? My god, an orange would be so delicious without it.",
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"Finally, a LPT that is relevent to me. I am from [Riverside](http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=103250589), we take oranges seriously around here. I have competed in orange eating contests (My personal best is 22 oranges in 5 minutes, peeling included). My method is simple: Start off by rolli... | 0 | [
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"What can I do with rubber wristbands? Went to a festival yesterday and received a few [silicone bracelets](https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/lsunow.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/",
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"Put them on a water bottle, and slide them up (or down) to track how much water you're drinking? (ex. start with all of them at the bottom and slide one up each time you finish the bottle.) They also provide grip.\n\nKeep one in a kitchen drawer for extra grip when opening jars and bottles.\n\n\n",
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"How to become more stern & clear while not being too serious? I just came to another realization that being such a nice guy is getting me absolutely not a thing in this world. I have no negotiating skills, or anything. However being too serious is not a cool trait to have. Who wants to be near someone who's ov... | [
"What you want is to become more assertive. Not more stern.\n\nTry proving your point in a light or humorous manor, but without comprimising. \n\n*waiting for uncle to pay up*, be like \"AHEM /s\" or start tapping your foot VERY loudly.\n\nStern-ness is for when somebody tries to play hardball with you. Assertivene... | 0 | [
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"Things that should be done in first year of college or university I'm going to enter university by the end of August. What are the things that I should do and keep in mind in my first year?",
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"* Classes get harder the more you are in college, don't start off with a bad GPA.\n\n* Even as a freshman, you can - and should - look for an internship. These are what will get you a job once you graduate.\n\n* Join a club in your major your freshman year. It takes time to work up the ranks.\n\n* realize you ar... | 0 | [
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"You have a walnut veneer table. The heat has caused the glue holding the veneer to the substrate to release. The heat has also burned the clear finish. It may be possible to heat the area to reactivate the adhesive then apply pressure for half hour or so. When that doesn't work, apply wax to the area, then slice t... | 0 | [
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"How to eat better/consistently I am horrible at eating lunch/breakfast and I am a very picky eater so I’m just wondering if y’all have any tips that work well for y’all in terms of convincing yourself to eat, what to cook quickly, how to meal prep without getting tired of eating the same thing every day etc. I fee... | [
"If you've enjoyed a meal at a friends ask for the recipe or the name of the cookbook. I like the LooneySpoons cookbooks as they are simple, have the list of ingredients needed and are delicious. \n\nMake food that can freeze and reheat easily. Surprisingly some meals actually taste better. \n\nDo a potluck meal wi... | 0 | [
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"How to get over my appearance from ruining my day. Sometimes I'll see my reflection in a car door window or something and it'll hold me back. I absolutely hate my reflection and my appearance, and it always sticks in my mind. How do I get rid of that feeling?",
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"Like /u/iownakeytar is saying, you need to figure out why you hate your reflection.\n\nIs it because you're not in shape? Or you find your hair or clothes ugly? These are problems that you can actually solve. And honestly, except in the rarest of cases (aka odds are you're not in among them) very few people are tr... | 0 | [
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"How do you stop yourself from thinking that a loved one is dead when they don't answer their phone? Whenever a loved one doesn't answer the phone, I immediately think the worst. Any tips for correcting this mindset? I couldn't care less if other people don't answer my phone call as long as my loved ones do.",
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"Try and think logically about it, it’s more than likely that nothing is wrong but maybe they are busy momentarily. There are so many times throughout the day that I miss a call because I step away for one thing or another. Try and give space to those you care about when reaching out, realizing that it may not alwa... | 0 | [
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"How do I become productive in the morning. Since September, I wake up at 4:30 AM during working days and my school starts around 7 AM and my first 4 classes (until 10 AM) are the practical part of my class. On the theoretical part of that class I do good because by the time it starts I'm fully awake but on the pra... | [
"**Eat your frogs first**, doing the thing you least want to do *first*, will give you a reward of dopamine which will drive you through the rest of the day and clear your brain of that thing which if you procrastinate will drain you of motivation and ability to concentrate.\n\n[Take this free class](https://www.co... | 0 | [
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"Defrosting the Freezer in a Minifridge I'm coming home from college soon, and I don't know how to efficiently defrost the massive amount of ice that's built up on and around the freezer in my fridge... Should I just put a towel under it and let it melt?",
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"What i did this year is 3 step fold\n\n**1) Scrape off ice inside of fridge.** \n\nSome fridges come with a tool for this, its small and plastic, otherwise im assuming you could kinda just bang around at it with a screwdriver backing or something heavy to break off big chunks.\n\n**2) Turn minifridge off and unplu... | 0 | [
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"Based on another thread, what simple tasks can I do with my off hand to strengthen it and become more proficient with it? ",
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"What I've started doing is, at the gym, always pick up the weight with your off hand, and do your first set with your off hand. ",
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"Dry Hands How can I avoid having dry hands in the winter? Every year it seems my hands get dry. Even using an excess amount of lotion will be defective because it seems like my hands build up an immunity. \nAny ideas, tips, tricks?",
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"Try a lotion that contains glycerine and/or silicone. My brother was a chronic handwasher as a child and always had horribly chapped hands until my family doc told us to use Glysomed. Fixed him right up because it actually stops washing later from chapping your hands more. Even if you don't use it every time you w... | 0 | [
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"Getting Duct Tape off a garage floor Instead of peeling off its doing [this](http://i.imgur.com/qzkbQ3u.jpg). \n\nNothing I've tried gets it up clean, much less lets me peel it off easily. ",
"Getting Duct Tape off a garage floor Instead of peeling off its doing [this](http://i.imgur.com/qzkbQ3u.jpg). \n\nNoth... | [
"If you're not opposed to chemicals, give a product called \"Goof Off\" a try.\nYou can find it in the paint section of home centers.",
"Try warming the adhesive with a blow dryer. Sometimes that will make it elastic enough to peel off. Oils will dissolve the adhesive, but will stain the concrete. ",
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"First time going on date with a girl I like Dont know what to do in general, taking her out for the movies this valentines day",
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"Is there an area that gives you multiple activities to do? Like a shopping center with restaurants, a theater, and stores to browse? You can always start with dinner, and if the night is going well, make your way over to another activity.\n\nOne of my most memorable dates with my boyfriend was a platter of cheese... | 0 | [
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