If there was a guide to life, we would have all lost it on page three and spent the remainder of our lives frantically pressing buttons. However, some individuals have discovered small tricks—life's "cheat codes," if you will, that simply make things slightly easier.
Someone turned to the internet to ask what people's biggest life “cheat codes” were, and, as always, the internet delivered. Whether it's a mindset adjustment, a sneaky work-around, or simply a bluntly honest reality that flips everything on its head, these hacks can make life not feel like an impossibly difficult video game level. Enjoy these genius tips—you’ll probably wish you had known them sooner!
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Take an extra day off when you get back from vacation.
You did what? Your sentence makes no sense. You mean "I did that once?"
Load More Replies...If I do that, then I'm deemed no longer employed at the job. Best thing to do, without having the worry when you go back, booking a vacation with a stat holiday either the day before or the day after your vacation time ends. Extra long weekend and a holiday extension.
I assume OP means to schedule your vacation with an extra day after you get home, not take off the first day you're supposed to be back. I've been doing that for years.
Load More Replies...Unless it was a staycation I always take two more days off before going back to work. Three if I'm coming back from an overseas trip.
One day per 6 hours time difference at holiday location
Load More Replies...A day? We always travel friday-friday so we get Saturday and Sunday before back to work!
Start your vacation on a Thursday or Friday, no one expects it and you don't end up with a stack of things that 'have to be done' before you go. Also, come back from vacation on a Thursday or Friday, you only have to work one or two days before the week is up and then you have time over the weekend to de-compress.
Feeling absolutely no need to spend money just because I have it.
My idiot ex would get paid then blow all their money on a shopping spree and then get upset coz they couldn't pay rent or buy food. I wasted a year on this s**t
Just back down. Some a*****e aggravating you at the bar, in traffic, wherever? Just let them “win.” In fact, by not getting involved, or bringing some stranger’s b******t into your life, you win.
Admittedly, there is a certain sense of satisfaction when I stop directly next to an overly aggressive motorist at a stoplight. Wow, you cut me off, yet here we are.
😅 Or the one time they were stopped by the police, slower speed on motorway due to roadwork 😸
Load More Replies...Had a friend with me driving one night, quiet road. A car overtook and cut in front really close. I hit the brakes, preventing a rear ender and thought nothing more about it. She went off at me about whst a pushover i am, how can i let them get away with that, chase them down, lets teach them a lesson. I replied, "why? Theyre gone, out of my life, why would i bring it all back in?". Welp, i hear from her not a month later, she is going to court for road rage with her BF, they were cutoff by a young girl and at the red light jumped out, abused her and smashed the drivers side window. Even worse, or funnier really, on the court date friend and BF had a huge fight at the train station surrounded by cctv and cops came. Both arrested for assault and battery. All because they would not just let it go.
The "let them" theory is a self-help practice that encourages people to let go of control and expectations, and instead focus on their own lives. Just "let them". (easier said than done, especially when it comes to our babies!)
Whenever I encounter an aggressive driver I just tell myself that they REALLY have to poop.
I do this automatically, but then I am very adverse to confrontations.
Sooner or later, they'll run into someone who's an even bigger AH than they. That's when Newton's 3rd Law Of Motion goes into effect.
Guy in a white Lexus (distinctive vanity plate (AH1?)) cut me off in traffic to zoom ahead, weaving in and out. 13 miles later I, driving moderately, pulled up next to him at a stop light where I was turning off.
Have you ever paused to think whether the key to a long, healthy life is staring you in the face? Guess what? It very well may be! According to Get best Life, your everyday habits, those small things you do nearly without thinking, could be the secret to a longer, healthier life.
Think about it. Your daily coffee habit in the morning, your walking break at lunch, or even how you relax in the evening – all those little habits compound over a period of time and suddenly prove that they somehow just make your life a lot easier.
Remove toxic or negative people from your life.
Gather your strength and make all efforts to protect your mental health. In parallel, look actively for another job.
Load More Replies...If you give them a chance and they refuse accountability, then yes. I say this because I think a lot of us are quick to make assumptions about how someone is when they might just be having a rough period in their lives and can’t be as unfazed as they want to be. I have both been the toxic person and the one having to give the benefit of the doubt to or cutting contact with someone I think is toxic for me.
Yes, sometimes I think we are all a bit toxic sometimes, and its really good to reflect on this fact and be aware of it. No ones perfect!!
Load More Replies...Wasn't this the pic they used on that mom that insisted the kids use the neighbors pool and ultimately went to jail?
Be excellent to each other.
*party on, dudes!*
I'm pretty sure this is a quote from Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure. But either way, party on!
If only you had some device at your fingertips that could instantly turn your "pretty sure" into a "sure"
Load More Replies...Upvote for Bill And Ted... a band I worked with had a song in the original film soundtrack.
Minding my own business.
How do you lose weight minding your own business? The comments on this site are as ridiculous as the stolen content.
Load More Replies...Your Story acknowledges that life doesn't come with a guidebook. However, they suggest that there are "shortcuts or cheat codes" that can make the journey a lot smoother.
They mention that some important cheat codes include investing in relationships rather than just building networks, living below your means, mastering the art of saying 'no', prioritizing your health, avoiding comparisons to others, focusing on experiences rather than material things, and mastering time management.
Drink plenty of water.
My doctor told me to drink more water than I was drinking. My kidney levels were headed toward bad numbers. Water is important. Not soda, not juice, just clear water to flush the kidney.
I too struggle to drink plain water…I found if I put LOTS of ice and a few drops of lemon or lime juice (really only a few drops) I can tolerate it. I drink tons of it this way and over a span of six months my numbers have returned to normal range. I was lucky it was caught in stage one.
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Smile at people, even if they don't smile back. It will either brighten someone's day or get you mistaken for a crazy person. Either way, smile.
I was about to say it depends where you are in the world…in the USA? Smile away! A good half of us will smile back even! I always do! But I’ve heard this is less popular in many European countries and many people will probably think you’re riding the crazy train lol :D
Back when I was younger, I'd been accused of being too perky or too happy.
So? Stop caring what others think and live your life.
Load More Replies...If you have to pee and you just got comfy just get up anyway and pee now because otherwise you aren’t falling asleep.
Even if you just went pee and swear there's no more... Somehow there is and you will not be falling asleep until you repeet.
A continence nurse once told me that you (as a woman) should lean forwards when you think you’re finished as it can help empty your bladder further. No idea if it’s true, but it often seems to work for me!
Load More Replies...Sometimes I can fall asleep but then I dream of broken toilets and zero-privacy bathrooms.
You get those dreams too? I thought i was the only one!
Load More Replies...Also, resist the urge to go to the bathroom in your dreams. It's a trap!
Kid and one bathroom and he always occupies it when you get about ready for bed. You learn to deal and get sleep and wake up around 2-3am and you'll get a nice quiet pee break
Some of the commenters here remind me of this lady who once told me that my sleep habits were 'mind over matter' and I just needed to 'tell myself to fall asleep' and it would work. So let's divide the world between the 'gotta pee-ers' and the 'don't really gotta pee-ers' and leave it at that.
Not even remotely true, if I lay for a minute or two the need to pee goes away. Maybe you should work on strengthening your bladder instead.
On his website, Mark Manson argues that life is essentially just a never-ending stream of problems we must all face and that if, by some chance, life runs out of problems to throw at us, we’ll instinctively create new ones for ourselves.
However, Manson points out that most people struggle to understand life as a whole, leading them to believe they have no control over it. According to him, life’s design is much simpler than it appears especially when one has these little cheat codes.
Don't spend your money before you get it.
I have spend the last 8 month not spending money on anything other than needs. It's been a rough year for my family. However... now that we are finally getting on the other side of it and money is coming in I am finding that a lot of the things I couldn't live without.. I no longer want. It's freeing to stop just buying and buying!
I moved into a smaller house, I was forced to stop buying anything because I had no room, but it was a good thing because in the end it's all just "stuff" ... don't really need it
The older I get, the more I realize that I need a lot less than I originally believed. I don't need a new purse every six months, DoorDash every week, or to spend every weekend clubbing. The best things in life are inexpensive, even free.
Yeah I definitely fond that as I age I consume less, shopping, spending etc is losing its allure and I'm happy with what I have.
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You can never have too many pairs of your most comfortable socks.
And pick brightly colored socks when using your legs as turn signals.
Aren't they supposed to be green for right turns?
Load More Replies...Idgaf about matching socks for many moons now... it safes so much time sorting, the washing mashine can eat as many as it wants & oddly enough it tends to be quite the conversation starter
Work the problem, not the emotion.
Not that hard, if you really want to do it. All it takes is a little self control; just enough to take a deep breath before opening your mouth to speak, and your mind will put your emotions aside (they’d only exacerbate and escalate, anyway), and start tackling the actual issue. A little effort and practice and it eventually becomes your normal reaction.
Load More Replies...Don't react emotionally when something goes wrong. Just focus on getting it resolved. You'll have a clearer head and figure it out faster.
Load More Replies...I literally will address the emotion on my own first. Once I resolve that, I then approach the actual problem with more logic.
In the end, life might not come with cheat codes or a manual, but with a little creativity and some smart shortcuts, we can definitely make it more enjoyable and less overwhelming. Remember, it’s all about playing the game with a bit of strategy.
So, what’s your next move? Keep reading to discover more life-changing shortcuts that could change the way you live, work, and play.
Avoid talking about your personal life at work. Try to keep work at work and your home life separate as much as possible. Work on a work life balance. It’s not about having an equal pie chart, but feeling fulfilled in both.
Not just "don't talk about your personal life at work" ... don't date at work! If you like your job, just don't do it... it's not worth it! "Don't sh!t where you eat"
Never dip your pen in the company ink. Most of the time the relationship doesn’t work and it can be very uncomfortable for you!
Load More Replies...And the reverse is also true. Don't over share. No one cares that your Aunt Marge is having knee surgery.
Just because no one cares about your Aunt Marge doesn't mean that nobody cares about everyone else's. Maybe your stories are just boring.
Load More Replies...Seriously, this comment section sounds like a bunch of people who don't know how to interact with other people at all. Some of my best friends to this day worked with me three jobs ago.
Load More Replies...This isn't always true. You have to learn environmental awareness and understand that how much you share depends on how close your connection is to this person. Just meet a coworker? Not the time to explain your entire personal history, but if you don't share ANYTHING why will they care about you? Call off? No one cares to cover you. No one cares to check on you if you don't make it to work. No one cares period. Now the opposite is you are nagging, over sharing to the point people want a break from you. Learn to read a room.
I am working in my work-work balance. Typical self employed consultant...
If I didn't date at work, I wouldn't be married these past 25 years
Yes, then again networking and connecting is important. I guess it all depends.
Buy scissors ✂️
Lots of scissors.
I’m done wasting my time looking for a pair of scissors.
Nail clippers. Every time I leave on a trip I forget them, buy another set. I will die with 50 pairs.
I have a pair of scissors in my car that have been so helpful. I definitely recommend car scissors.
Better yet, always put the back in the same place and you'll know where to find them next time
Best of both - have several places they go. Ive got spaces for scissors in my office, on the fridge (magnetic cup), on my crafting table, and on my work bench. 100% worth it.
Load More Replies...Haha I thought I was the only one! I have at least 6 pairs of good scissors :)
I have scissors by my washing machine. My housemate used to move them. I tied them to the big jug of laundry detergent in the hopes that she would get the message that they belong there.
Buy GOOD scissors. I have a pair here that looks like it would take your fingers off but it wouldn't cut butter! LOL! I tried sharpening them to no avail. Now I only use them for paper.
Scissors in every room of the house so they're right where I need them when I need them and I don't have to leave the room to go get them. At school I keep scissors and tape in both sides of my desk so whichever drawer I open, there they are.
Don't lie to your partner, family and friends. Not even about small things. In general, try not to do it at all.
Sitcoms are educational. 99% of the drama and pain and embarrassment in sitcoms results from one of more of the characters being deceptive, trying to pull something over on another, trying to have their cake and eat it too, and ending up not being able to keep their lies straight. It's a great lesson in how not to complicate your life!
I believe that if you do that you not only lead a better life, but also a more successful /satisfying one.
Use credit cards only to collect points/cash back, not to borrow money.
I say this as someone who pays off credit cards every two weeks and accumulates a decent amount in points (free money): Here’s the deal with points and cash back and all the deals you get with credit cards: the banks don’t offer that to you simply because you’re a good customer that uses credit responsibly. The only way they can afford to offer you those perks is because they’re collecting so much in interest from customers that don’t pay their balance off every month. We - by that I mean those of us who get those perks - get those based on a bunch of other people doing the very thing we’re NOT doing: carrying interest-bearing balances over time. Do those people get those perks, too? Yes but it’s, at best, a wash because if they’re paying interest, it cancels out the benefit they receive. I’m telling on myself a bit here (call me a hypocrite if you like; I couldn’t care less) but it’s important to understand how this stuff works. If enough people paid their balance off every month, the banks wouldn’t be able to offer these perks. Just something to chew on.
Pro tip: pay your balance at the end of the billing cycle you don’t pay interest. And if you’re concerned about identity theft only get cards secured thru major banks as they will offer protection. Set up all accounts with two step authentication also for an added layer of security
I haven't used credit cards in 20 years.....and counting. I don't want them, I don't need them. They have been nothing but trouble for me. Not having them means not spending money I can't afford to spend, hence, I'm not getting in over my head in debt. I'm happy to pay by cash or debit card and be done with it. It's easier than you think.
I am terrified of using a debit card - theft of that information is a direct line into my bank account. The theft of a credit card is usually caught by the credit card company, and in most cases you are only liable for up to $50. This whole system is a mess
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Learning from failure.
As someone observed, we didn't have failures, we just found loads of ways to make it not work.
When you start at a new job or want to make friends at a new place, compliment people behind their backs. What I mean is always say things like, "Have you seen Stephanie? She looks really cute today!" or "James is really knowledgeable, I'm sure I'll be learning a lot from him." Everyone loves a person who gives compliments, and when it gets back to the person they will be pleased and flattered.
I find not talking about anyone, good or bad, works. Get to know people by asking them about themselves. It shows you're inquisitive rather than assumptive, and if you don't repeat anything about them to other people, it shows you have integrity and not a work gossip. And please don't tell someone, or someone about someone, "They're/you're looking cute, today." It just sounds like they weren't looking good the previous days. No one needs your approval on their looks. It could just be me or where I live, but I usually find the people who give compliments the most end up being the most shallow, backstabbing gossips in the workplace.
But also, don't hesitate to give credit where it's due. If a colleague helped you figure something out, but you're the one who gets get complimented for it, make sure people understnd that you didn't get it done by yourself.
Load More Replies...I can see this backfiring. Maybe the person you're talking to doesn't like Stephanie? Maybe someone will think you're sarcastic, because James actually isn't very smart? Also, if you're doing this to manipulate poeple into liking you, then you're an AH.
I feel that saying "Have you seen Stephanie? She looks really cute today!" Will set you up for a sexual harrassement charge.
One can play it safe by complimenting non-visual qualities.
Load More Replies...I see most comments are criticizing this, but it is a good practice. If you are nice to people's face, but talk badly about them when they're not around, it shows that you are insincere. If you make it a practice to talk people up to their face and behind their back, you will find that you actually appreciate them more, and your whole life becomes more pleasant.
I used do this but only when someone is coming to me with negative gossip. I’d flip it around and say something positive about the person instead of jumping on the bandwagon of talking sh*t behind their back. This strategy worked so well that I eventually got left out of the gossip circle which was my intention all along! :) my coworkers all treated me with dignity and respect and in turn did the same!
No, this is a bit left of center, just be polite and respectful to everyone. That's all you need to do.
Not told, don’t ask. Not invited, don’t go.
Not told, don't ask depends on the situation. If it's nothing that concerns you the fair enough, don't ask. But if you're not told essential details that you need to know then it is a different matter.
I think people might be too careful to avoid "gossip." If you're concerned about somebody, it should be OK to ask. Ask yourself if you're coming from a place of love or a place of morbid curiosity, but to avoid talking about people at all is artificial and hampers human connection.
To add: if invited as an afterthought, politely decline, go do something you enjoy, and ignore the ensuing calls and texts. Once they realize that you're not sitting at home in your Dr. Denton's, crying into your cocoa, it will sink in that to you, they are a nonentity. Reality's a b***h, ain't it?
Not invited, don't go? How is this a hack? I thought that was just common sense and common courtesy.
"Not told" is somewhat simplistic... limited if you want to know when a train or plane leaves, or how much something costs, or directions, or who a new person is.
A friend of a friend invited herself to my wife's bridal shower. She attended the rehearsal dinner with her boyfriend and skipped our wedding to attend another. It was 30 years ago, and we still talk about how classless she was to do this.
Golden rule, treat others how you would like to be treated.
Edit fixed: I guess threatening other people works too lol, im on text to speach so it's hard sometimes.
Actually, the mantra these days is treat others how *they* want to be treated.
I’ve heard that called the “platinum rule”
Load More Replies...This isn't a hack, clearly Reddit doesn't know what hack means, which means bored panda doesn't know either since it's just a Reddit theft ring
Slowly but surely.
Is a turtle without its shell naked or homeless?
Load More Replies...This isn't a hack, it's an incomplete sentence that makes no sense and helps no one.
Go to bed at the same time every night. Don’t have caffeine after the early afternoon.
having a routine is so important. I raised my daughter to function this way and she has an easy time dealing with a lot of stuff now. It's such a stark difference because my husband didn't raise his kid that way and the two of them are sooooooooo different. His daughter struggles with a lot of stuff and it's because she doesn't know how to live in a routine.
Downvoters are silly. Here's an upvote. We are all just trying to do our best.
Load More Replies...More important to insomniacs: GET UP at the same time every morning. Even weekends. It will gradually stabilize your body clock.
If you're the cook in your family, only cook dinner 4 times a week, but double batch for the freezer. Then, one day a week order pizza, and the final 2 days use the freezer meals. When the freezer gets too full, go on vacation and tell your family to eat the leftovers in the freezer.
would love to hear how small you think the moon is
Load More Replies...Do big cook ups. Freeze half. Then those weeks when you are struggling you still have a choice of dinners. At my house we call it "container roulette"
If you're part of a family where you're going to go on vacation and leave the family behind, you need to get your life together.
Be nice. Not forgiving, not forgetting, just be nice.
The easiest way to get out of trouble is to not get into it in the first place.
But failing that, being nice to others means they’ll usually help you get/out of it. I always tell my students be extra nice to the admin staff, thank them when they do a good job and tell them you appreciate them and buy them biscuits. It’s amazing how much they’ll rescue you if you mess up. Plus it makes a nicer working environment.
Load More Replies...Incorrect, be forgiving, just not forgetting. Forgiveness is one of the most important tools in your toolbox. That's why it's baked into literally every major religion.
Quit alcohol. Especially when you’re older. Sets you back for days if you indulge. Didn’t have a problem—just decided to stop. It’s easier socially to not say “I don’t drink.” Just say, "I’m driving, gotta be up early tomorrow," or another excuse so people leave you alone about it.
The last two excuses are definitely easier. For some reason not drinking in a setting where's it's common (like at a restaurant for dinner) makes people uncomfortable. It's like they're ashamed. Personally I leave it at "I don't drink." Usually I'm asked why and "I just don't" never seems to satisfy them. But I don't feel the need to explain nor do I ask anyone else who doesn't drink why they don't. For all I know the person is a recovering alcoholic and isn't ready to share that. So if someone says they don't drink please leave it at that.
People care so much! I don't drink because it makes me sleepy. No drama in it, but people really struggle with me not drinking
Load More Replies...I don't drink because I don't like it. People don't believe me and ask lots of questions.
People have told me they dont drink and I respect so I will buy them something non alcaholic. And its very easy to say you don't drink. People should repect your choices. I am not a huge drinker but enjoy an occasional drink every so often. More often than not Im a DD and can have just as much fun as the people drinking. It
I simply don't get what the fascination is with expecting an explanation for not imbibing. I have been a member of a non-profit organization for almost seven years. It has not one, but TWO separate bars at its location. In the entire time I have been present, not once has anyone questioned the fact that I am a teetotaler. I don't like the taste, it upsets my stomach, and I take medication for certain ailments, which could potentially react badly when combined with alcohol. My beverages are either ginger beer, or mixed non-alcoholic drinks (a Moscow Mule without the vodka is heavenly!) I just think that people need to worry about what's in their own glass and mind their own business. There, rant over.
I don't drink. I don't need an excuse. If people don't like it, it's their problem, not mine.
You don’t have to drink or make up excuses for your abstinence. If offered reply, ‘no thanks’. If offered again reply ‘no thanks, I’m loud and proud to be a recovering alcoholic # days, months or years dry. Use the truth not an excuse to make others feel better!
I married her.
Changed my life for the better.
Almost 7 years and (many) kids in, and yes. Marriage is a great gift. Highly recommend!
Many is such an ambiguous word. Three sets of quadruplets?
Load More Replies...JFC how is this a hack? Not to mention the extremely high number of failed marriages that would say the exact opposite. Do better, content thieves.
Stay calm. Don't show your hand... Find a way to remain in control regardless of the situation and you will always prevail.
Look at you Mr Fancy "I Have Hands". Way to offend people who have both hands amputated and CANT show them :|
Focus on gratitude and what I do have. Helps me have a positive mindset as I am lucky enough to have many positive things in my life to be grateful for.
No matter how annoying of a customer service call I have to take is. Seriously customer service can wear you down, even just over the phone lmao. Its hard to argue with or help people when they swear 2+2 =3 and won't listen when I say its 4.
Gratitude helps a lot for the c**p I do have to deal with.
Unless you use rounding...1.5 + 1.5 would be rounded up to 2 + 2 but still result in 3. Equally 2.49 + 2.49 would be rounded to 2 + 2 but sum to 4.98 and rounded to 5. Fun with maths!
Having good friends will open more doors in your career than your resumé ever will.
"It's not about WHAT you know, it's about WHO you know." And it's true for better or worse.
Are you talking about corruption and nepotism? So your friends in good positions can give you a hand to ger that job? And you owe them one?
But I thought we weren't supposed to talk to people at work or make friends at work or even look at people at work, how does that work if a friend gets me the job? It's bad enough you're stealing a list from Reddit but ffs at least try to pare it down to some kind of consistency.
Use *pen and paper* to track important things. Your phone is a toy masquerading as a tool.
It took me months to remember my Cell # - I still check once in a while
Load More Replies...Or, if you have ADHD, use your phone as a tool to take notes. Pens and paper are only there to get lost and forgotten.
I can't say I agree with this one entirely. Having digital reminders has helped me immensley.
And walk everywhere holding a bunch of papers and a pencil, and a sharpener, and a eraser. And a folder.
How to say you don't know how to use modern tools without saying you don't know how to use modern tools.
There is research that shows physically writing things down works better to help you process, memorize, and internalize information. I realize some people consider that unimportant but it’s more valuable than you think.
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Never talk about yourself and ask people questions that make them talk about themselves. You will become extremely liked naturally.
I'm sorry for whoever killed your self-esteem, but I'm going to talk about myself in conversation because that's part of the give and take. I ask more questions than I offer information, but to say never talk about yourself is just absolutely ridiculous, and genuinely bad advice. People will think you're weird or trying to hide something.
Get a good credit card with air miles and pay it off every month.
We put everything we can on visa and pay it off the first of each month. We get THOUSANDS of air miles each month.
I use a credit card that has cash back, I pay it off every month so I never have any interest on it and by the time Christmas rolls around, all that cash back added up means Christmas shopping is pretty much free when I use those points.
I never had a credit card and I don't understand the concept. I have a debit card with cashback tho
I don't collect any bones points, anywhere. Works on my nerves getting notifications constantly that I now qualify for a 4-color pen... Or only need 23 gazillion miles more to qualify for bronze membership.
One hack says use your credit card, another says don't, another says only use it this way, how about instead of a bunch of "here's what I do" masquerading as "hacks", we all just live our lives the way we see fit.
Loving yourself really is the greatest love of all. Whitney was right.
Poor choice to use this photo for this suggestion.... Whitney Houston drowned in a bathtub.
Yes, my understanding is that she passed out from one or more of the d***s she had taken and then slid unconscious under the bathwater.
Load More Replies...She had an addiction- true- but also had people who didn’t want to support her attempts to get sober. Your statement doesn’t account for the numerous factors that contribute to someone getting addicted to strong drink or other substances. You also failed to mention that some people really do try and die before they can quit or experience a relapse in some way.
Load More Replies...Be an unimpeachably responsible person and pay attention to details and you will excel at any job you work at.
I think it can be a little more complicated than this - yes, absolutely be as responsible as humanly possible, but note that excellence that goes unnoticed is not really excellence. So remember to ensure that your higher-ups are appreciating your efforts (with money and promotions), and to be prepared to look elsewhere if they aren't.
I know there are a lot of "anti-work" people who cringe every time I say this, but I think that bringing joy and effort to everything you do will lead to more fulfillment than "dialing it in."
Unless people f-ing hate you at your job b/c they can smell on you that you are a square peg and all the holes are round. Which is why I've given up on ever being an employee. I work for myself (freelance contractor working online), which has a lot of downsides, but the upside is not being hated on.
Plan all my meals on Saturday for the week, do the shop, make the meals same day, then just eat them on the corresponding days.
I am in awe of your planning abilities. I don't know that I could ever do this.
Also I would then absolutely not be in the mood for whatever meal was planned.
Load More Replies...I plan meals on Saturday (including which day I'll cook them), shop on Sunday, and, for the most part, stick to my plan. It's truly a game changer
I will eat leftovers, which is what you have when you do this, but not all are worth eating as leftovers. Some foods just taste off after being refrigerated.
Working full time means that I don't have time to spend one whole day in the weekend cooking, so that's a no from me
I plan two months worth of meals and rotate them. I make adjustments as I need, but I never wonder what I'm making for dinner.
I never to that. Restricts me from going out with friends on short notice.
Sorry but no, I'm not spending my literally only free day of the week wasting time JUST to eat. I have a life to live.
My favorite: Learn to do things in moderation. It's ok to drink, but limit the times and occasions. It's ok to splurge on unnecessary stuff, once in a while. It's ok to do crazy unplanned stuff but not all the time. Most people don't do well with too strict plans, and honestly, most sound boring af. Just know when to stop.
Don't be unnecessarily competitive. If your mother-in-law prides herself on her carrot cake, praise it. Don't make a point of showing her that you make better carrot cake. There's probably something else you excel at that nobody else does. So give way as often as you can and let others think that they can top you at some things.
None of these are cheats or hacks, these are just people's BS advice on what works for their situation. There's even literally conflicting items in this list. Stop listening to what others tell you to do and live your life.
I agree. Like “I married her!” Will my life be better if I marry her too??
Load More Replies...My favorite: Learn to do things in moderation. It's ok to drink, but limit the times and occasions. It's ok to splurge on unnecessary stuff, once in a while. It's ok to do crazy unplanned stuff but not all the time. Most people don't do well with too strict plans, and honestly, most sound boring af. Just know when to stop.
Don't be unnecessarily competitive. If your mother-in-law prides herself on her carrot cake, praise it. Don't make a point of showing her that you make better carrot cake. There's probably something else you excel at that nobody else does. So give way as often as you can and let others think that they can top you at some things.
None of these are cheats or hacks, these are just people's BS advice on what works for their situation. There's even literally conflicting items in this list. Stop listening to what others tell you to do and live your life.
I agree. Like “I married her!” Will my life be better if I marry her too??
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