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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/offredditappisbad on 2025-07-14 19:25:56+00:00.

Baby shower items aside, the greatest gift we received (besides a healthy child) as new parents was stuff we could just throw in the oven and eat. A family friend brought us a few casseroles and Shepard's pie, and we didn't have to think about food for a week. It was so thoughtful I thought I'd just pass it on as an idea for others because you're just exhausted after being in the hospital.

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/ps1aracroftoes on 2025-07-14 17:07:52+00:00.

Original Title: LPT: When someone gets interrupted while telling a story, invite them to continue after the interruption is over with an, “as you were saying about (x)” or something similar. It can be uncomfortable for the person to start back up and this makes them feel like you valued their words.

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/pixelpusher15 on 2025-07-14 16:35:34+00:00.

Every so often we will do a "no spend month." Currently doing a No Spend July after having an expensive June. It isn't strictly "no spend" but what we'll do is cut down substantially on discretionary spending where we can. No buying clothes, gadgets or gizmos, random Amazon buy, eating out, etc. (Super nice that we did it during Prime Day! Didn't buy a bunch of random junk we don't really need.) Its mainly a one month mindset shift to "how can I do this while spending as little as possible?" We do it when grocery shopping for the month too. We try to make cheap meals and use up what we may have stockpiled in the pantry or freezer. We end up saving a surprising amount of money in the months we do it and, typically, the mindset will bleed into the following months too which is nice.

I'll add that I know we're fortunate people to be able to even do this. For many, this mindset is just life

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/bzbub2 on 2025-07-14 14:57:18+00:00.

swishing a little water around at the end of a can of cat food helps get the last little bit of food in there, makes for cleaner recycling, and helps your cat stay hydrated.

you can also put the lid into the can to help avoid sharp edges at the recycling facility.

maybe this is obvious but i didn't really think to do this until recently!

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/Single_Foundation_81 on 2025-07-14 06:20:41+00:00.

People love talking about their work, goals, or experiences. Instead of trying to sell yourself ask genuine questions it builds rapport naturally and you will come across as a great listener. You will often get useful information too

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/Vivid-End-9792 on 2025-07-14 01:19:20+00:00.

Chop fresh herbs (like basil, parsley or cilantro), put them in an ice cube tray and top with olive oil before freezing. The oil keeps the herbs green and flavorful and you can toss the cubes straight into a hot pan or soup. Saves money, reduces waste and your food tastes way better with “fresh” herbs anytime!

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/Difficult-Plate-8767 on 2025-07-14 07:32:34+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/albrag25 on 2025-07-14 06:58:04+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/SunBeanieBun on 2025-07-14 02:46:42+00:00.

As a SAHM, I have many silicone reusable dishes in my kitchen: toddler pouches, stasher bags, kids plates, hakka pumps - the works. Even silicone ice cube trays and jello molds.

When I wash them with just soap and water, often the flavors of whatever was in the dishes hangs around, especially with ice cube trays. Either that, or soap sticks around in the porous material.

To reduce this issue, I have taken to, after washing with soap and water and rinsing the dishes, filling them up with really hot water and just letting them sit undisturbed for maybe 5 minutes. I let the dishes soak, then rinse them with cold water. Idk if that last step is necessary though.

If you soak the dishes, it helps release any lingering soap or flavors from the silicone!

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/foreverpostponed on 2025-07-14 01:58:48+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/ChiefStrongbones on 2025-07-13 23:03:54+00:00.

If you have a front loading washing machine, you should be able to fully remove the detergent drawer. You just need to locate and depress the latch that keeps it from sliding all the way out.

Once it's out, you can more easily scrub and rinse away any black mold on the drawer. There's probably also mold in the cavity that holds the drawer which you can wipe clean too.

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/OkAccess6128 on 2025-07-13 18:36:45+00:00.

A lot of us agree to things we don’t actually want to do, just because we feel bad saying no. And then we end up overthinking it for hours or days. Instead of saying “I can’t” (which often sounds like there’s room to push), say “I’ve already committed to something else.” It sounds firm but polite, and people are less likely to question it. It also helps to have a reason ready in case someone does ask. It doesn’t have to be anything deep, even something like “I’ve set aside that time to recharge” or “I’ve got some personal errands” works fine. The goal isn’t to lie, but to protect your time without guilt.

It’s a small shift, but it really helps protect both your boundaries and your peace of mind.

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/sakernpro on 2025-07-13 17:33:58+00:00.

You’ll forget what you spent unless you log it immediately.

If you’re a gig worker, log every work-related purchase in a simple note labeled “Write-Offs.”

Include: car washes, phone mounts, meals during long shifts, mileage, batteries, etc.

Come tax season, it could save you hundreds.

Check what the IRS says: https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/manage-taxes-for-your-gig-work

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/sakernpro on 2025-07-13 17:06:33+00:00.

Google aggregates rates from all major platforms (Expedia, Hotels.com, direct).

Type “hotels in [city]” into Google Maps, hit search and change the view to map.

You’ll see prices from 5+ sites and sometimes $20+ cheaper than going direct.

Try it now: https://www.google.com/maps

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/Ok-Drawing7734 on 2025-07-13 11:27:37+00:00.

Having one go-to outfit that’s clean and neutral has saved me so much stress when getting ready for funerals, interviews, last-minute semi-formal things,. Mine’s just a simple black dress with flats. Low effort, no panic.

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/ActBest217 on 2025-07-13 04:21:40+00:00.

If you want your relationship to last, help your partner get comfortable making decisions — and taking responsibility for what happens.

A lot of people grow up in families where their parents made every choice for them. It sounds protective (“I don’t want my kid to stress!”) but it backfires. They never really learn how to weigh options, make a call, and deal with the consequences.

So what happens in a marriage? One person makes all the decisions — big or small — and the other just waits around to be told what’s happening. Where to live, what to buy, where to vacation, even what’s for dinner. This builds resentment on both sides: one feels overburdened, the other powerless (and frustrated when things don’t go well).

If you notice this dynamic, talk about it. Encourage your partner to step up. For example:

Let them plan the next weekend getaway — pick the spot, book the hotel, decide what you’ll do.

Take turns deciding what’s for dinner instead of “I don’t care, you choose.”

For big purchases, weigh the pros and cons together instead of one person defaulting to “Whatever you think.”

Bonus tip: When things don’t go perfectly (because they won’t!), resist the urge to play the blame game. If your partner makes a call and it flops, don’t throw it back in their face. Mistakes are how you both grow. The goal is to build trust and confidence — not fear of “getting it wrong.”

It’s not about dumping decisions on each other — it’s about practicing doing life together. Shared decisions mean shared wins and shared lessons when things flop. That’s how trust grows and resentment fades.

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/Big_Diamond653 on 2025-07-13 00:11:40+00:00.

Early in my career, I worked with someone who wrote emails like private venting sessions sarcastic jabs, complaints, even full-blown rants. One day, a client was accidentally cc’d on a thread not meant for them. It nearly cost us the contract. My coworker was let go within the week.

That moment stuck with me. Since then, I’ve followed one rule: never write anything in an email you wouldn’t be okay reading in a meeting, projected on a screen.

Here’s why this mindset is powerful:

Emails age poorly. What seems funny or harmless today might sound hostile, passive-aggressive, or unprofessional next month.

You don’t control the chain. People forward, screenshot, and save. Your casual “off the record” comment could outlive you in that company.

You future-proof your reputation. Managers notice clean, respectful communication. When promotions come up, your digital footprint matters more than you think.

It doesn’t mean being robotic. You can be warm, honest, even witty just assume it’s public. Because in many cases, it eventually will be.

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/Big_Diamond653 on 2025-07-12 23:24:26+00:00.

A few years ago, I moved to Chicago for a job. I knew no one. I tried all the usual stuff — gym memberships, meetups, work mixers but every conversation felt forced. I was starting to feel like a background character in someone else’s city.

Then I signed up for a pottery class.

Not because I was good at it. Not even because I liked pottery. I just figured: worst case, I waste two hours a week making ugly bowls. Best case? I talk to someone.

Here’s what happened:

When you're bad at something in a group of people also bad at it, everyone drops their ego. You laugh at your disasters. You bond over shared awkwardness. I ended up making actual friends — not just surface-level ones, but real “let's hang out after class” people.

Bonus? When you improve, even a little, you feel good. It gives you something to look forward to. Even better if it’s something creative or with your hands (pottery, improv, cooking, etc).

So if you’re new in town, or just trying to meet people as an adult (which is hard), skip the apps and take a class in something you're awful at. You won't regret it.

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/PHXABC123 on 2025-07-12 22:46:53+00:00.

It’s common for older vets to hang their dog tags on display. It wasn’t until 2015 that the military stopped stamping them with their Social Security number.

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/ps1aracroftoes on 2025-07-12 19:50:34+00:00.

Have a Samsung smart TVs with ads that were annoying as hell. Found out they can be blocked and tried it. It worked!

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/astulz on 2025-07-12 17:29:26+00:00.

Many recipes call for grated ginger, but ginger can get moldy or dry out pretty quickly if kept out in the open or in the fridge.

So if you buy ginger, put the entire thing in the freezer!

• It‘s much easier to grate
• It lasts practically forever

I have no idea why this never occurred to me, but I‘m really happy I discovered this one.

Happy cooking!

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/toomanystars on 2025-07-11 11:33:43+00:00.

Hey all ☺️ i'm wondering if there are any fellow poors here who have had to live without electricity for a prolonged period of time. The power company won't accept a partial payment so it will take me several months to save up to pay off the full balance.

I'm interested to know how you keep cool in the summer and maybe some nutritious meal ideas that don't involve cooking or a fridge. I like to pretend that I'm camping (no fires though lol)

I also have three cats if that matters, but they don't seem to mind.

Thanks in advance!

Quick edit: hi friends, here’s some background info. I live in the US. haven’t had a job in like a year, though not for lack of trying. I got very sick and was unable to get out of bed for six months. I don’t have any family here. I’ve reached out to several places for help including churches and the government. I just recently got a job (yay!)

Because I own my home (though not for long lol) and don’t rent, help is surprisingly limited.

My cats eat really well, I have had them for years, I used to be very financially stable before I left an abusive relationship. I can handle people being assholes, but please learn to give people grace.

I found a home for one of my cats and I am absolutely devastated that I have to give up part of my family. Like ugly crying for the past week because I know I’m gonna have to give him up tomorrow. But please keep in mind that they are very happy. We cuddle every night and they get two cans of wet food a day + ice in their water bowls.

For that one bitch that said this is animal abuse… damn…. Are you not worried about me? I’m much less equipped to handle this than literal animals who are used to living outside lmao. Like I’m actually giggling uncontrollably right now

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/skyheartx on 2025-07-12 03:43:20+00:00.

Sounds dramatic but this book has already saved my family thousands in medical costs by teaching us how insurance really works.

Quick tips from the book:

Always appeal denials - insurance companies expect 95% of people to just give up

Ask for "peer to peer review" where your doctor talks directly to their medical director

File complaints with your state insurance commissioner for patterns of denials

External review is free and often overturns wrongful denials

The author breaks down exactly how insurance companies profit from complexity and denials. Once you understand their playbook, you can beat them at their own game.

Used the medical necessity appeal template for my daughter's physical therapy and got 2 more months approved that insurance initially denied.

Even if you're healthy now, read this before you need it. When you're sick/injured is not the time to learn how to fight insurance companies.

The policy solutions at the end give me hope that maybe this broken system can actually be fixed someday.

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/ijustlikeelectronics on 2025-07-11 21:40:58+00:00.

If you shop at Walmart and have a bunch of coins lying around, don’t waste money on Coinstar’s ~12% fee. Instead, go to the self-checkout lane.

At most Walmart locations, you can flip up the coin chute lid on the self-checkout machine and dump coins straight in. The machine will count your coins and apply them to your total like cash.

Bonus: If you insert more coins than needed for your purchase, the machine gives you the remaining balance in bills, not more coins.

This makes it a sneaky-efficient way to convert coins to paper money for free while buying things you already need.

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/Astronautty69 on 2025-07-11 18:52:22+00:00.

My kid tore the aglet off his lace, then a day later used the same shoes to run under sprinklers, so I had to dry them. Now what's my best way to relace?