Life is full of problems, big and small, and everyone has to deal with them. Running away from them to a remote island won't solve them; the pesky darn things seem to know how to get around, constantly finding a way to haunt us. Most of us mortals don't have the money for it in the first place.

So we have to solve them. And, believe it or not, we can do it even without having all the answers. All it takes is a little creativity. And to show you that human ingenuity has no limits when it comes to making life easier, Bored Panda has compiled a list of clever life hacks. Can't cut an onion without tearing up? Put on your ski goggles. Don't have a coin for a supermarket trolley? Use a round-headed key instead. In a way, I guess, we're all engineers, applying rational thinking to develop solutions. We just need to remember it.

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#1

I Wanted Natural Light In A Basement That Has No Windows

Cozy basement with guitars hanging on the wall, a leather couch, and various knick-knacks, showcasing a practical setup.

Paid $10 for two old windows, painted them, frosted the glass, installed them into my wall with LED lights behind them. Now it’s always 2 pm at the basement bar.

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    That’s Brilliant

    Painted rocks resembling strawberries in a garden bed, surprising case of using deterrents to keep birds away.

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    #3

    After Repeating 6 Times That I Want To Cancel My Comcast Xfinity, I Finally Figured Out How To Get Them To Stop Arguing And Actually Do What I Asked

    Xfinity chat screenshot with humorous unexpected reply, illustrating "It Ain't Silly If It Works" concept.

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    #4

    My Dog Rolo Has Always Been A Messy Drinker, My Girlfriend Turned His Water Bowl Into A Moss Garden To Keep The Place Tidy

    Wooden box with moss and a metal bowl, showcasing a surprising case of innovative design.

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    #5

    My Dad’s T Got Splattered With Bleach, He Decided To Fix With More. I Found It Adorable

    Elderly person in casual attire with unique shirt design, embodying the phrase "It Ain't Silly If It Works" in a home setting.

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    #6

    My Grandpa Uses The Actual Hardware For Labeling The Drawers

    White cabinet with unusual handles showcases surprising cases of creativity in problem-solving.

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    #7

    This Gentleman At Target Who Reversed His Hooded Sweatshirt To Make A Puppy Pocket

    Man in a store carrying a puppy inside his sweater, demonstrating a creative solution.

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    #8

    I Should Do It Myself As Well

    Tweet about clever way to avoid family asking for money, with humorous twist.

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    #9

    Friend's Sister Lost Her Car Key While Jogging, Someone Else Made Sure She Found It

    Lost car key found by jogger surrounded by sticks forming an arrow on a trail; "it ain't silly if it works."

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    #10

    Changed The One Earphone Rubber To Black To Quickly See Which Is Which

    Two mismatched earbuds positioned on a wooden table, showcasing a creative solution.

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    #11

    Putting Together Furniture? Use Some Of Its Styrofoam Packaging For Keeping Small Parts From Disappearing

    Styrofoam used to organize and display screws and bolts neatly, showcasing a clever DIY solution.

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    #12

    Hand Sewing A 1/4 Inches Hem And I Hate Juggling The Ruler

    Hand holding a ruler with marked fingernail length for practical use in measurements.

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    #13

    He’s So Small He Can Sneak Through The Fence When He Goes Outside, So He Must Wear The Escape-Proof Wiener Bun Of Shame At Potty Time

    Dog dressed in a hot dog costume on a snowy porch, illustrating a creative solution.

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    #14

    Wearing A Face Mask For An Extended Period Of Time. Sew A Button To A Headband To Keep From Destroying Your Ears

    Person wearing a mask attached to glasses with buttons using a headband, demonstrating a creative solution.

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    #15

    Sneaky Grandpa

    Duct-taped book cover as a surprising lifehack solution for church reading.

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    #16

    You Can Connect Two Ziplock Bags By Flipping One Inside Out To Make A Larger One

    Keyboard sealed in a plastic bag as a surprising case of practical ingenuity.

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    #17

    "Grandma, Do You Have Some Rice That I Can Put My Phone In? It Got Wet." - She Pulls This Out Of A Cabinet

    Elderly woman holding a container labeled "Telephone Rice" demonstrating a clever DIY solution.

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    #18

    My Husband Made This Book-Holder-Opener For Me To Ease Hand Cramping

    Wooden book holder tool makes page turning effortless, proving "it ain't silly if it works" in a clever reading hack.

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    #19

    A Life Hack For Anyone In Higher Education

    Tweet discussing surprising case of journal fees, highlighting a common public misunderstanding about publishing costs.

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    #20

    When You Don't Have A Suit But Need One

    Young man improvises suit solution with coat, posing for photos with a smile.

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    #21

    When Your Phone Touch Is Broken

    Phone with broken screen connected to a mouse using cables. Shows a surprising tech fix workaround.

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    #22

    Instead Of Buying Those Cheap Plastic Chair Mats, I Bought A Box Of Laminate Flooring Planks And Put Them Together. Took Less Than 10 Minutes And Feels Sturdy. Chair Rolls So Smooth

    Home office setup with a large window view, featuring a desk, chair, and computer; it ain't silly if it works.

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    #23

    Someone At My Work Created A Clock Out Of Two Cups To Keep Track Of How Fresh The Coffee Is

    Creative coffee timer on a cup next to an airpot dispenser, showcasing surprising functionality.

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    #24

    In Queensland We Get A Lot Of Insects Who Escape The Heat By Getting Inside Via The Drains. My Wife Had This Idea As A Barrier. Those Are Stocking Socks

    Creative solution with pantyhose covering a floor drain, demonstrating "it ain't silly if it works" ingenuity.

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    #25

    The Vet Said The Anti-Scratch Cone Would Be $50.00. Tractor Supply Had It For $19.95

    Dog wearing a cowboy hat resembling a poncho as a surprising solution, standing in a hallway.

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    #26

    I Was Running Late For Work And Couldn't Find Her Leash, This Is How I Walked My Dog This Morning

    Pug looking up at a person holding a snack bag, showcasing a creative solution.

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    #27

    To Remove Strong Adhesive Labels From Plastic Containers, Simply Put Them In The Freezer For A Few Hours Before Peeling

    Prescription bottles used unconventionally, illustrating surprising cases of making things work.

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    #28

    Got Her Spayed And The Vet Didn’t Have Cones Small Enough

    Cute cat with a cartoon plate as a comedic collar, showcasing a creative approach to problem-solving.

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    #29

    The Easiest Way To Water Your Garden

    DIY planter with rainwater system, surprising but effective gardening solution beside a house.

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    #30

    Use Bobby Pins To Untie Stubborn Shoelaces

    Pink shoe with a creative lace fix using wire, demonstrating a surprising case of practicality.

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    #31

    Need Tweezers In A Pinch?

    Coins used to measure tread depth against a car steering wheel.

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    #32

    Soviet Lifehack

    Hand using wrench to carry a water bucket, showing unconventional tool usage.

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    #33

    If You're Like Me And Have A Broken Laptop Hinge

    Person using a laptop with an unconventional makeshift stand in a creative solution.

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    #34

    I Use The Selfie Camera More To Plug Things Into The Back Of My Computer Than To Actually Take Selfies

    Hand holding smartphone using rear camera reflection for unconventional photography.

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    #35

    Why Is This Not Marketed As A Feature On All Wheelbarrows?

    Man relaxing in a wheelbarrow chair by dry grass, illustrating an unconventional solution that works effectively.

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    #36

    Hate When Companies Ask For Your Email Address? This Is For You

    Life hack tip on a 2020 calendar suggests using "+spam" in emails to manage unnecessary messages.

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    #37

    New Safe Browsing Accessory

    A spoon is attached to the edge of a monitor screen, reflecting a clever DIY hack.

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    #38

    Cables Managed

    Colorful cables organized with zip ties, showcasing a surprising practical solution.

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    #39

    Many Thanks To The Stranger Who Let Me Know There Was No Bog Roll Today. I'll Be Doing This In Future When I Can

    Clever bathroom toilet setup with a wooden seat lid in a small space.

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    #40

    Reuse A Pringles Can For Other Snacks That Come In Bags To Avoid Loud Bag Crinkling In The Office

    Hand holding a Pringles Wavy can with a plastic lid for chip storage, illustrating a surprising solution.

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    #41

    Use A Fork When Grating Last Bits Of Food To Avoid Possible Injury And To Shred Really Really Really Quickly

    Grated carrot held by a fork on a grater, showcasing a surprising hack in the kitchen.

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    #42

    My Grandma’s Technique For Cooking With Hot Oil

    Woman using a Mountain Dew bottle and spoon creatively in a kitchen setting.

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    #43

    When Disassembling Items, Punch Your Screws Thru Some Cardboard And Label The Sets. This Will Help You Retain Your Hardware, Remember Placement And Order Of Reassembly

    Labeled screws organized on cardboard for different parts, showing a surprising yet effective storage solution.

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    #44

    My Mom Uses Ski Goggles When She Cuts Onions

    Woman wearing goggles while chopping onions, a surprising case of practicality in the kitchen.

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    #45

    How My Grandma Closes The Bag Of Chips

    Sealed chip bag using creative folding method, demonstrating a surprising case of innovative problem-solving.

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    #46

    This Genius Watching Taken Using A Clear Plastic Bag To Hold His Phone On A Plane

    Man using a plastic bag as a smartphone holder on a plane; unconventional yet effective travel hack.

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    #47

    Don't Have A Coin For A Supermarket Trolley? Use A Round Headed Key Instead

    Key used creatively in a shopping cart coin slot.

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