Tag: Human Interest
The Best Ways to Respond to Unfair Feedback at Work
Photo: fizkes (Shutterstock) Early in my career I had an interaction with a boss I now regret. She began by saying, “I want to give you some feedback on your…
Why You Should Start Your New Fitness Routine Before the New Year
Photo: 1st footage (Shutterstock) If you’re looking to start or restart a fitness habit in the new year, here is the best tip you’re going to get all month: start…
Yes, You Really Can Gift Your Little Kid a Cardboard Box
Photo: Sorapop Udomsri (Shutterstock) Children can be fickle creatures. A toy they wanted more than anything else could lose its appeal in a matter of minutes. But through fads and…
These Houseplants Don’t Need Pots With Drainage
Photo: Bozhena Melnyk (Shutterstock) Most houseplants need to be potted in a container with some type of drainage. If water doesn’t have a way of exiting the pot, it will…
Here’s How to Disagree at Thanksgiving Dinner
Photo: NDAB Creativity (Shutterstock) Even the most like-minded families don’t agree on everything, and holiday dinners are often the setting of heated discussions on controversial topics. Of course, we don’t…
Toxic Christmas Tree Water, and Other Holiday Pet Dangers You Never Knew About
Photo: Crazy nook (Shutterstock) Whether you’re hosting a huge Thanksgiving dinner or plan to spend New Years Eve cuddled up inside this year, your home is likely to be the…
The Most Common Toilet Repairs (and How to Do Them Yourself)
Photo: Oasishifi (Shutterstock) A running toilet can cost you on your water bill, and a low pressure flush can cause clogs and other issues. Keeping your commode in good working…
You Can Fix Your Dog’s Begging Before Thanksgiving Arrives
Photo: Irina Senkova (Shutterstock) Most people with dogs understand that feeding their pup some people food off their plate—whether from their spot on the couch or the dinner table—isn’t a…
Pick a Ceiling Fan Based on a Room’s Square Footage
Photo: Serkanyalcinkaya (Shutterstock) With energy costs continuing to rise, ceiling fans are becoming an increasingly popular way to make homes more energy efficient. As we’ve written about in the past,…