There are two options for storing plastic shopping bags. You can do it like me and just shove them into the drawer or compartment where a compressed mass of low density polyethylene slowly forms. Or you can do it like David Powell, neatly folding and storing them in a manner that facilitates easy future re-use.
How to fold a plastic shopping bag the right way
Why we procrastinate and what we can do about it (TED Ed video)
"Procrastination," according to this TED Ed video, "is when we avoid a task we said we would do for no good reason, despite expecting our behavior to bring negative consequences." The video explains that "procrastination is the result of our bodies trying to protect us, specifically by avoiding a task we see as threatening." In… READ THE REST
Britons! Warm your homes by leaving bathwater in the tub instead of heating the sewers with it.
Dynomight realized that when we let a bathtub drain, a lot of heat energy goes into the sewers to be wasted. Running the numbers in Britain suggests one might save more than 3% of an energy bill letting bath and shower water sit in the tub until it cools off. It's also interesting to quantify… READ THE REST
Lifehacker presents the 7 deadly sins of smoking weed as a beginner
It's easier than ever to acquire legal weed, and now that Biden has pardoned everyone convicted on federal charges for weed possession, weed might become decriminalized federally (unless the GOP intervenes). If you are thinking of trying weed for the first time (or if you haven't smoked weed for a decade or two), this Lifehacker… READ THE REST
Get a $250 Restaurant.com E-Gift Card for $35 with this early Black Friday markdown
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. 'Tis the season to show gratitude to friends, family, good times, and the gifts Mother Earth has graciously brought to our tables. (TYSM to her, even though humans have been super ungrateful… READ THE REST
Keep your real phone number private for $25 with Hushed
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. Nowadays, keeping our personal information safe is more important than ever. A private phone line from Hushed can hide your actual phone number when signing up for newsletters, online dating, or whenever you need… READ THE REST
Save 85% off this gorgeous cashmere shawl with this early Black Friday deal
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. The holidays are around the corner, and the holidays are a time to show gratitude to others. We're thankful for you this time of year, so we're showing our appreciation by… READ THE REST
