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Kosaro t1_je3s9sl wrote
Reply to LPT: When you’re traveling, don’t bring all of your charging cords individually. Get a surge protector and plug them all in to that, and plug the SP into the outlet at your destination. Saves a lot of annoyance trying to find an outlet for each cord around the room. by [deleted]
Or bring a USB C charger and use it to charge everything. Phone, headphones, laptop, switch, steam deck, etc
malachiconstant11 t1_je3s6sx wrote
Reply to LPT: When you’re traveling, don’t bring all of your charging cords individually. Get a surge protector and plug them all in to that, and plug the SP into the outlet at your destination. Saves a lot of annoyance trying to find an outlet for each cord around the room. by [deleted]
I just got a usb block with three ports in it. More out less covers me. If I take my laptop it's easy enough to find a 2nd plug or just plug my phone into a port on the laptop.
Beneficial-Bluebirds t1_je3rrh2 wrote
Reply to comment by ChrisGeritol in LPT: If your car or truck is equipped for a trailer hitch put one on. It’s a great way to protect your bumper from small fender benders by CruisinJo214
No, that's an accident. A mistake.
Deliberately installing/leaving your trailer hitch in place to disable a safety feature of your car at the expense of their car is a dick move.
Raab4 t1_je3rl4n wrote
Drink a full glass of water before any meal, it’ll help you feel full faster, keep you hydrated, and reduce the amount of food your able to consume, also try using a smaller plate and eat slowly
blckshdw t1_je3q2y1 wrote
Reply to LPT: If your dog doesn’t want to eat their medication or their treats, try breaking a very small piece of it and place it on their tongue. Their taste buds will absorb the flavor and if it tastes good, they will automatically go for the bigger chunks. by Easy-Race9835
I just ask her if she wants a treat and gave her a pill instead. Silly girl was too excited for a treat that she just gulped it down. I usually felt bad for tricking her and gave her a piece of cheese after but she never caught on to the trick. She would also sneak and eat cat poop though so 🤷♂️
keepthetips t1_je3ouz5 wrote
Reply to LPT: Treat cooking like learning a sport. Very few ever walk onto the court as "naturals." Keep practicing with realistic expectations and learn by trail-and-error. by LogicPrevail
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The-Brit t1_je3oo2q wrote
Reply to LPT: When you’re traveling, don’t bring all of your charging cords individually. Get a surge protector and plug them all in to that, and plug the SP into the outlet at your destination. Saves a lot of annoyance trying to find an outlet for each cord around the room. by [deleted]
Nice way to snap connectors at the end of the cable plugged in.
Pack all in one bag and have working cables when you arrive.
blscratch t1_je3oa8k wrote
Spend 24 hours a day with someone and you both eat only if you both vote yes.
goodsam2 t1_je3o17i wrote
Reply to LPT: How to support someone grieving: the process is not linear and often takes longer than people think (even, and sometimes especially, when the relationship with the deceased was painful or estranged). A year may seem like a long time since a death, but to the grieving, it can feel very recent. by survivalothefittest
To add onto this.
If someone is grieving or some other nervous don't know what to do. Clean up, having dishes away isn't a lot but you want to help and that's something.
Acceptable_Parfait27 t1_je3nln4 wrote
Seems like you have an obsession with efficiency. Try doing some tasks in an inefficient way. Does doing things inefficiently cause negative self talk? Or does that make someone in your life mad at you? Remind yourself that kindness and grace matter more than efficiency. In an emergency efficiency is more important than kindness and grace but most days you need to let go of efficiency and just enjoy your life.
App1eBreeze t1_je3n7ny wrote
Reply to comment by dandelionbaaby in LPT request cleaning while my partner is home by dandelionbaaby
Maybe he should do it?
App1eBreeze t1_je3n3nr wrote
Maybe your partner should be cleaning when they’re at home?
iflyingtothesky t1_je3m7zw wrote
Eat before you're hungry
AffectionateSale1631 t1_je3lgcp wrote
Add a fiber supplement to your diet such as benefiber! Fiber helps keep you feeling full, good for bowel health, and helps you to better resist those snack cravings
[deleted] OP t1_je3lf7b wrote
zamioculcas30 t1_je3l0ih wrote
First thing that came to mind is meditation and excercise. This will fix mood swings, anxiety as a general rule, BUT the things you get angry at are very little forgivable things, you might have other issues as well. I'd advice you see a psychologist, figure out why you get angry and then try to fix it.
TimeTravelMishap t1_je3kv65 wrote
Reply to LPT: When you’re traveling, don’t bring all of your charging cords individually. Get a surge protector and plug them all in to that, and plug the SP into the outlet at your destination. Saves a lot of annoyance trying to find an outlet for each cord around the room. by [deleted]
LPT! Get a job that pays enough to take vacations :(
Jankypox t1_je3jve3 wrote
Reply to LPT Request: How can I improve my ability to talk to others and be more extroverted? by Somo_99
It comes down to practice and improving incrementally. Also accepting that it may never feel or be natural for you, but still trying your best anyway.
I’ve always been shy and struggled to make small talk or talk to others with ease. Even after decades I still have to go out of my way to do it and force myself out of that comfort zone.
It does get easier and most of the time even close friends are shocked that I claim to be so shy, when to many people I apparently come off as confident, friendly, and chatty, despite still internally feeling like a total dork and uncomfortable a lot of the time.
It’s a cliché, but you’ve basically gotta fake it until you make it. Even if you still feel like a total imposter most of the time.
Practice with clerks in the store or at checkout or even other customers in line with you. These engagements are usually short and end quickly so they are great opportunity to strike up a very quick chat and organically end it without feeling weird or the need to prolong the conversation. You’re also unlikely to ever meet them again so even if you flub it or say something stupid it’s easier to forget about it.
Also as other have already said, read more, stay up to date with current and world news and events so when someone os talking about something and you’ve recently read, heard, watched, or learned about that thing, talking about it will not just be easier but feel more natural. If it’s something you know nothing about, straight up say so and then say something like, “Wow! I really know nothing about that, but it sounds fascinating! Tell me more.”
People love talking about things they know well or are passionate about, especially if they feel like they are teaching or sharing something special with you. Just remember to ask questions and be genuinely interested, and you’ll have won more than half the battle.
Smallios t1_je3jahv wrote
Calorie counting app, also check out r/volumeeating you can eat a lot of cucumber or celery and not feel gross and not eat too many calories
keepthetips t1_je3j60x wrote
Reply to LPT: When you’re traveling, don’t bring all of your charging cords individually. Get a surge protector and plug them all in to that, and plug the SP into the outlet at your destination. Saves a lot of annoyance trying to find an outlet for each cord around the room. by [deleted]
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Responsibly_Good t1_je3j4ae wrote
I can definitely relate to this. One thing I have found to help with productivity when your partner is home is to set specific goals for yourself and assign yourself time limits. If you have a list of tasks to complete and a time limit for each one, then you'll be more likely to stick with it and stay motivated to keep going. It also helps to have a reward system in place - like a break to watch your favorite show, or a treat at the end of a productive session. Good luck!
turtleheadmaker t1_je3i43f wrote
Nah. All of these don't get you where you want. Tell the person on the other side, "Dan, because I care about your time and mine, I'm going to need you to get to the point. I'm becoming fatigued in this conversation and I don't want to be because I like talking with you. Please adjust your communication approach with me to ensure I remain engaged." Most likely this will get you 90% closer. From there, listen to the other comments.
TheMelv t1_je3ff7e wrote
Drink 2 full glasses of water before eating anything. Try getting really into typing, piano, Rubik's cubes or video games. Anything that will keep your hands busy so they're not putting food in your face. If possible, try to full on skip meals. Set an alarm later so you don't wake up in time for breakfast, work through lunch and leave early and then eat. The less you eat, the less you want to eat and vice versa. I'm lazy as hell, when my pants get too tight, I'm too lazy to try and eat smaller portions but full on skipping meals is easier for me personally. Being hungry sucks but try and focus on the positives, saving money food is expensive, less dishes to do later, the less you eat the healthier you'll be. Ditch carbs as much as you can.
ChrisGeritol t1_je3szkm wrote
Reply to comment by Beneficial-Bluebirds in LPT: If your car or truck is equipped for a trailer hitch put one on. It’s a great way to protect your bumper from small fender benders by CruisinJo214
Don't hit my vehicle and your vehicle won't be damaged. Seriously, you jackassed into me, you don't get sympathy.