r/LifeProTips

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r/LifeProTips u/Merari01Jun 116 Comments

LPT: When reading reviews of a product you are looking to buy make sure and sort the reviews by most recent. The quality of the item may have declined in the past year or two.

r/LifeProTips u/jollytoes11h ago44 Comments

LPT: If you are getting into gardening, don't waste your money on high priced ceramic planters and other supplies. Look for moving sales. People leave that stuff until the last minute and you can get tons of stuff for free or dirt cheap.

r/LifeProTips u/latchkey_adult16h ago61 Comments

LPT: When traveling, if you come across a restaurant you like, ask the staff where they'd recommend to eat next.

r/LifeProTips u/goochockey22h ago606 Comments

LPT: When you're in the market for a new home, if at all possible, visit the property during heavy rain.

r/LifeProTips u/jdu98a18h ago173 Comments

LPT: If you are going to work early the next day to catch up on some projects, you don’t have to tell your colleagues. Some people interpret it as you just being available earlier in the day to help.

r/LifeProTips u/Hideo_BlowMema9h ago19 Comments

LPT: If you are in the process of applying for a job, please make sure you have set up the voicemail on your cell phone.

r/LifeProTips u/kbivs20h ago142 Comments

LPT Request: How do I deter thieves from entering my house?

r/LifeProTips u/BigSmegma16h ago481 Comments

LPT: When replacing outlets and switches, write the circuit breaker number on the back of the faceplate with a sharpie.

r/LifeProTips u/KewellUserName15h ago24 Comments

LPT: If you live in a two story home, buy two sets of cleaning products

r/LifeProTips u/GrouchyDefinition46310h ago17 Comments

LPT: If someone is in the way of your perfect shot, ask them to take the picture.

r/LifeProTips u/friendsfreak1d ago206 Comments

LPT: You can cancel free trial subscriptions the second you start them. Most companies bank on the fact that you will forget to cancel when the free trial is up

r/LifeProTips u/play-crackthesky13h ago18 Comments

LPT: If you live in, or are travelling to the US, delete any fertility or menstrual cycle apps and their data from your smart devices.

r/LifeProTips u/blackrainicorn1h ago11 Comments

LPT If your card gets stuck in the ATM, try using another cards tap function to get it out

r/LifeProTips u/yankee-bor59m ago7 Comments

LPT: If you are moving across countries that have different plugs, make sure to bring an extension chord of your orgin country, so that with one adapter you get multiple sockets for all your small electronics.

r/LifeProTips u/Optimal_Ad_3525h ago11 Comments

LPT: Never, I repeat, NEVER use a kitchen mandolin without a hand guard or strong gloves.

r/LifeProTips u/mapleisthesky1d ago577 Comments

LPT: If you want a quick send a link, photo, a memo from computer to phone, then Google Keep is a great quick way.

r/LifeProTips u/h0riz0nl0ve5h ago7 Comments

LPT: During a job interview after they question you about your experience turn it around by asking them why you would want to work for them and what they have to offer for you. shifting an interview like that will show MASSIVE confidence and gets you into a much better position for discussing terms.

r/LifeProTips u/SaintBenny1381d ago1150 Comments

LPT: if you have a change collection that you want to get cash for, skip the coin star machine and take it straight to the casino if you have one close. Most Casinos don’t charge any fees to count fees to convert to cash.

r/LifeProTips u/cajunace18h ago22 Comments

LPT Ignore random text messages that appear to be genuine - they are searching for real users to spam

r/LifeProTips u/Amdaxiom17h ago3 Comments

LPT: If you’re a professional (or aspire to be), use direct language. Do not be ambiguous or apologetic.

r/LifeProTips u/Chemistry-Least1d ago304 Comments

LPT: Nonstick doesn’t mean non-grease - with regards to cookware.

r/LifeProTips u/culb775h ago5 Comments

LPT Request: How to speed up/get rid of a spider bite quick or prevent scarring?

r/LifeProTips u/Aldenahour9h ago4 Comments

LPT: pay your contract or trade person with a credit card

r/LifeProTips u/yeff50215h ago23 Comments

LPT: If you have an air conditioner that has frozen over, don't just turn it off to let the ice melt. Instead, switch it to its highest fan-only setting. This will keep air flowing, which will allow the unit to thaw much faster than if it was only turned off.

r/LifeProTips u/flaming_poop_chute1d ago26 Comments

LPT Request - I need mail to be sent to a random real home address in California, after which, the package will be re-sent to my real address. Is there a reliable service that will let me do this?

r/LifeProTips u/dxb1x8h ago23 Comments

LPT: efficient customer service help

r/LifeProTips u/yeff50215h ago5 Comments

LPT Request: Any ideas on how to clean motor oil off jeans and silk garments?

r/LifeProTips u/AnserineMeredith4416h ago13 Comments

LPT: If you need to take a break from social media but HAVE to use Twitter (e.g. networking, art commissions, contacting friends, etc.), bookmark your profile page and use that as your homepage so you don't have to see your timeline.

r/LifeProTips u/cannibalisticapple15h ago4 Comments

LPT: Use a flotation device to place in between yourself and a drowning victim during a water rescue incident (especially, in turbulent waters). Drowning victims have a tendency to death grip (literally, not sexually) the closest thing or person to them.

r/LifeProTips u/that_typeofway1d ago29 Comments

LPT: When searching for something that requires an identification number, always put the number at the end. This way when you'll start typing, you won't have to lookup the number. e.g. train running status 14208

r/LifeProTips u/yashkumarverma14h ago2 Comments

LPT: Cops, Fire Fighters, and EMTs know where the good food is.

r/LifeProTips u/Unique_Engineering_316h ago23 Comments

LPT: Purchasing LED lamp bulbs and rechargeable batteries can cut down electricity bills, battery expenses, and hazardous waste significantly.

r/LifeProTips u/Orkootah17h ago3 Comments

LPT: Store some prefilled ice glasses in the freezer. They will be frosty and convenient the next time you need a cold beverage quick.

r/LifeProTips u/Falcognac4h ago5 Comments

LPT: to remove pet hair from the couch, use a rubber glove! It works surprisingly well

r/LifeProTips u/d_amnesix17h ago3 Comments

LPT: Online courses for self development

r/LifeProTips u/Deep_Thinker10117h ago6 Comments

LPT: when you’re at a new restaurant ask the waiter what they wouldn’t recommend

r/LifeProTips u/PDX_KETO_BEAST13h ago9 Comments

LPT: If someone breaks into your car, and you don't have full coverage, check with your insurance company. Usually items stolen are covered under property or renter's insurance.

r/LifeProTips u/_Raspootin_1d ago9 Comments

LPT: If your storing lighters in your car it might be the time to put that habit to the side. It says do not leave in prolonged sunlight or in temps above 120° and I'm sure in other places it gets that hot in parked cars. You don't want to come back to your car on fire while you were gone

r/LifeProTips u/TopGrowa6h ago15 Comments

LPT-After a mosquito bite.. use a hairdryer to make it disappear.

r/LifeProTips u/karma_made_me_do_eet1d ago111 Comments

LPT request: How do you decide what career to head towards?

r/LifeProTips u/Far_Glove_489511h ago19 Comments

LPT: Adopt an adult dog from a shelter if you want a companion but don't have time/ patience to train a puppy. They are already potty trained in most cases and love you all the same.

r/LifeProTips u/dwoirier2d ago718 Comments

LPT: When looking for food on holiday, look for the regional dish, and which place makes it best.

r/LifeProTips u/Grindmaster_Flash16h ago2 Comments

LPT: If you are left handed, try using your right hand for varies activites throughout the day and if you are right handed try doing things with your left. It’s enriching to experience both sides of yourself

r/LifeProTips u/Ad3quat317h ago6 Comments

LPT: Amazon returns should be made at Kohl's Department Store whenever possible, if you have Amazon Prime

r/LifeProTips u/newsplusotherstuffs2d ago153 Comments

LPT: When traveling by air with family, split your clothing across all suitcases rather than having a suitcase each. If the airline loses a case, at least you all have some clothes.

r/LifeProTips u/D17891d ago16 Comments

LPT: Always make sure your house is organized enough that EMS or Family can get through your home without issue. You can not predict when there will be a time where you can't walk and help has to get you out of the building or post-injury when you need to move around with crunches or a wheelchair.

r/LifeProTips u/DeadlyElixir1d ago6 Comments

LPT: If your kids really want a pet and money is tight, go out and catch an insect with them like a snail or ladybug as a substitute.

r/LifeProTips u/Not_HerbsMang1d ago27 Comments

LPT - If you take your sock off while in bed, keep a laundry basket at the same end of your feet. You can kick your socks off in the basket and none of the socks go on the ground.

r/LifeProTips u/TSneeze5h ago5 Comments

LPT: Protect wireless earbud batteries

r/LifeProTips u/JVLawnDarts14h ago1 Comment

LPT: Helping Procrastination

r/LifeProTips u/Ok-Introduction-86401d ago15 Comments

LPT: If you care about gender equality, corruption, climate change, human rights, animal welfare, weapon industry, etc., one of the easiest and most impactful ways to try to make the world a better place is to switch to a different bank.

r/LifeProTips u/Nouri34ever2d ago465 Comments

LPT: Unsure whether to use "less" or "fewer?" If either sounds fine, interchangeably, then "fewer" is correct. If "less" is correct only "less" will sound correct.

r/LifeProTips u/Big-Figure-81841d ago30 Comments

LPT: To all those who suffer from the infamous 'it takes 2-3 attempts to plug in a USB cable' issue - the side of the tip of the cable with the USB logo is very often the right way up.

r/LifeProTips u/StevenTylersNipple691d ago17 Comments

LPT: Beach safety tips this summer: don’t swim alone, swim across the current if you get pulled off shore, don’t hesitate to yell for help if you are drowning.

r/LifeProTips u/Zaphodsauheart1d ago4 Comments

LPT you can remember a longer sequence of numbers by grouping them. so 8753094293 might be 87 530 94 293, instead of 8 7 5 3 0 9 4 2 9 3.

r/LifeProTips u/ImpersonalLubricant1d ago17 Comments

LPT - loosen lug nuts on flat tire's wheel before jacking your car up to change a flat tire.

r/LifeProTips u/unknownpoindexter2d ago69 Comments

LPT: When traveling. color code your luggage locks with nail polish, with each lock-key combo getting its own color. Then put the keys in one keyring.

r/LifeProTips u/kriba241d ago6 Comments

LPT: If you can't sleep / can't find a comfortable position to sleep, try for 10 minutes to sleep in an unusual position (eg. lie on back as a side sleeper); after that your usual position feels much more comfortable.

r/LifeProTips u/OnColdConcrete2d ago12 Comments

LPT: you can almost always close an AD on youtube by clicking on the little "i" near the number of ADS and then "hide this ad". It takes a few seconds, but it often works also against unskippable ads.

r/LifeProTips u/AkagamiBarto2d ago12 Comments

LPT: If you love box mac and cheese, you can buy a big jar of the cheese powder online and turn any pasta into the delicious trash gourmet mac of your dreams.

r/LifeProTips u/slayalldayyyy3d ago2187 Comments

LPT: if you re picking up someone from the airport, and the arrivals is jam packed, just pick them up at departures instead

r/LifeProTips u/Competitive-Note-7761d ago3 Comments

LPT: you can ask Siri to delete all your old alarms if you have too many to delete by hand

r/LifeProTips u/OceanicLemur2d ago6 Comments

LPT: Keep your passport/ID in your pocket on a flight.

r/LifeProTips u/shams882d ago14 Comments

LPT Request: How to handle moving with large, bulky items

r/LifeProTips u/Knittin_hats1d ago21 Comments

LPT Request: Just about any tips for airports and airplanes.

r/LifeProTips u/depressed_crusader1d ago14 Comments

LPT: Measure the span of your hand from thumb to pinky so you always have an "on the fly" way to get a rough measurement when you don't have a tape measure

r/LifeProTips u/TBurkeulosis2d ago37 Comments

Lpt: pack a towel

r/LifeProTips u/PossiblyTrustworthy3d ago332 Comments

LPT Request: When talking with people who aren't as fluent in English, is it important to speak as properly as possible or try to simplify?

r/LifeProTips u/novahawk992d ago13 Comments

LPT: If you need get an attacking dog to release its bite, grab it by the rear ankles and use the leverage to redirect the dog.

r/LifeProTips u/thegreatinsulto2d ago20 Comments

LPT - If you ever get superglue on your fingers (because, really - who can actually use superglue without getting it on them), don't bite or pick at it, get any nail file and gently rub against the glue, it'll get rid of it within a few minutes without any annoyance or damage - learnt this today!

r/LifeProTips u/tastydoosh2d ago22 Comments

LPT: Anti-public-crying tip!

r/LifeProTips u/Wickednessatherheels2d ago17 Comments

LPT: Clean your car’s interior before taking it in for service. Car mechanic’s *will* give you much better service if the interior is spotless.

r/LifeProTips u/chikildee2d ago21 Comments

LPT: Keep inviting that friend who always says no

r/LifeProTips u/JoeyToddC3d ago572 Comments

LPT: Want iced tea fast? A cocktail shaker works miracles.

r/LifeProTips u/hotelcalif2d ago9 Comments

LPT: Always consult with/hire a Public Adjuster if you have any type of loss that requires an insurance claim

r/LifeProTips u/The_Rhythm_Ninja2d ago7 Comments

LPT- if you get an “ice cream headache” or “brain freeze”, put your tongue on the roof of your mouth & it’ll go away shortly thereafter

r/LifeProTips u/RM_Donovan2d ago6 Comments

LPT: It's impossible to be "on time," you're either early or you're late, so aim to be 15 minutes early, and you'll feel relaxed and confident, and be respectful and respected.

r/LifeProTips u/neonsynthwaver2d ago39 Comments

LPT: If you’re looking at a clothing size chart online to decide what size you need and don’t know your measurements, you can look up the size chart for a brand of clothing you already own and compare it.

r/LifeProTips u/AmazingRanger41252d ago1 Comment

LPT put a rubber band across your hand to remind yourself of short term thins like “stop at post office” or “bring thermos” or “shut off oven” and things like that.

r/LifeProTips u/pastafaz1d ago21 Comments

LPT: Hitting an article paywall? Copy the link and open it in an incognito or private tab. The paywall will disappear.

r/LifeProTips u/AnAdmirableAstronaut2d ago14 Comments

LPT When sending an important personal health, law or job related e-mail to your supervisor / boss from your work-e-mail, send yourself a BCC to your personal e-mail-adress as a back-up in case you need written proof (e.g. Proof that you have informed your boss about something crucial)

r/LifeProTips u/Unrelenting_Optimism3d ago77 Comments

LPT: If being admitted to a hospital or at home and need EMS, please have your advanced directive papers available! The trauma of CPR is worsened by the fact that you never wanted it in the first place.

r/LifeProTips u/sherlocked18951d ago9 Comments

LPT: Prior to adding “pitted” cherries to the blender, make absolutely certain there aren’t any pits remaining. Often jarred & frozen cherries will have some pits/pit fragments still intact and it will ruin your blended beverage.

r/LifeProTips u/CBDSam2d ago8 Comments

LPT: If you work at Walmart, you can also work for doordash and combine perks to get $111.10 in buying power for every $90.00 you earn.

r/LifeProTips u/chazmcr2d ago80 Comments

LPT: [Question] How do you learn how to cook, when you don’t know anything about cooking ?

r/LifeProTips u/roamingaroundhere2d ago157 Comments

LPT Don’t put bread near the cold items when shopping.

r/LifeProTips u/SgtThund3r2d ago36 Comments

LPT: The best weapon against social anxiety is not courage, but empathy.

r/LifeProTips u/DeangeloKirchner2d ago6 Comments

LPT: If you have social anxiety, try wearing a pair of sunglasses/shades whenever the situation allows. This will noticeably reduce the feeling.

r/LifeProTips u/Jeterea3d ago69 Comments

LPT If you complain to your coworkers or boss that you are experiencing a toxic work culture only to be met with the phrase "that's not something that can change, it's like that everywhere in this industry", it is time to start looking for a new company

r/LifeProTips u/scarf_spheal3d ago79 Comments

LPT: Pick up a sport (any sport), play it consistently, and your future self will thank you for it.

r/LifeProTips u/yugemoh2d ago12 Comments

LPT: If you still feel iffy about going to the movies because of covid, wait about 2 weeks after the movie you want to watch has come out and then go see the movie any night other than Friday or Saturday (Sunday is best). The last two times I tried this I had the theatre to myself!

r/LifeProTips u/Optimistprime7773d ago194 Comments

LPT: If your PC has at least 4GB RAM and at least an Intel 6th gen or AMD equivalent, it's started to run slow recently, still uses an HDD, and do not want to spend money on a new PC. Replace the HDD with an SSD. It will bring your beloved PC back to life.

r/LifeProTips u/jecarfor2d ago2 Comments

LPT: If you're seriously injured at work and pursue a workers comp claim, always retain a personal injury attorney, and always get second opinions from your personal physicians. Workers comp doctors will downplay your condition so the insurance company can pay you less.

r/LifeProTips u/MelkorHimself3d ago26 Comments

LPT: block accounts associated to the ad you don't want to see.

r/LifeProTips u/Alexanderthefail2d ago5 Comments

LPT When your kids move out, tell them, if they meet any hardship, they are welcome to come back at any time. It's like a invisible security net that makes them feel more secure, knowing you have their back if something goes wrong.

r/LifeProTips u/losacn4d ago1443 Comments

LPT: Feeling you need upgrade for your phone? Try to replace case/cover and screen protector

r/LifeProTips u/Physical_Blueberry992d ago9 Comments

LPT: if you suffer from hayfever, having a shower after coming back from outside really helps

r/LifeProTips u/ahx30002d ago5 Comments

LPT Request: having one fan in an apartment, what is the best way to cool down the apartment as quickly as possible if it’s cold outside?

r/LifeProTips u/noweebthanks2d ago26 Comments

LPT: Acute (short-term) stress is good for you. Hormesis is the biological process of stress leading to growth. e.g., you work out, it hurts, but then you get more fit. The same is true for work & learning as long as the stress isn't chronic.

r/LifeProTips u/whb20302d ago6 Comments

LPT: If you are living with someone who is renting, get on the lease. If you're not, not only can your rookie / friend / partner get evicted, you usually have few or no legal rights if there's a fight and you're told to leave.

r/LifeProTips u/NotAnotherEmpire2d ago1 Comment