LPT: Simply doing 6 minutes a day of dead hangs on anything will drastically improve posture.
After having battled for posture for years, the single most useful thing I found was dead hangs. Not because they're a great exercise, but because it's so accessible. You can do a dead hang anywhere. This exercise is also really accessible for almost everybody because you can get to the 6 minutes at your own pace. If you can only hang for 5 seconds, you'll just get back at it. Requires very little motivation. I personally like hanging on my staircase.
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LPT i am struggling in job market and not single penny last one year at age of 47
I don’t know where else to post this. It’s been a tough year I haven’t earned a single penny in the last 12 months. I’ve been trying, applying, freelancing, even learning new stuff, but nothing seems to click. The job market feels dead and I’m honestly just exhausted. I’m not looking for pity, just wondering if anyone else has been through this and found a way out. What helped you push through? Any advice is appreciated.
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LPT: Know the Signs & Symptoms of Secondary (Dry) Drowning
If you are ever in a situation where someone has inhaled water, please be aware and on the lookout for signs of Secondary Drowning.
In light of the tragic news with the drowning of Emilie Kiser’s son, I think a few reminders on general water safety may be helpful. I think there are many things that are more commonly known, but Secondary Drowning, while rare, can be very serious/fatal if it occurs and goes untreated.
Please be on the lookout for these signs and symptoms for anyone that has inhaled water, and if in doubt contact local emergency services or take them to see a medical professional.
- Lethargy or extreme fatigue
- Difficulty breathing
- Irritability or mood swings
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Persistent cough
- Fever
What is Secondary Drowning?
Edit: After helpful comments, “Secondary/Dry Drowning” is not a medical term, it is colloquial. Please be aware if someone has inhaled water, to still be conscious and aware of a secondary injury from near-drowning or pulmonary edema.
Dry Drowning - Separating Fact from Fiction
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LPT: For God sakes, record your conversations. Make sure your state law allows it
Right now I am in a dispute with a fence contractor. I have him on tape saying crazy stuff, threatening me with legal action if I leave an unfavorable review, offering to pay me cash to make a good review, telling me that serious defects in workmanship are just fine and normal. Telling me that the fence he built did not meet code, and then telling me that if he fixes it to brings it into compliance he will have to get it approved by the city, and then Code Enforcement will be "crawling up your ass." He told me in writing that he would replace the fence at no charge, and then reneged the next day, telling me all the bad things that would happen to me if he did and "We don't want to do that." Telling me that he will definitely do stuff, and then telling me 10 minutes later that he can't and won't. Telling me he doesn't feel safe and is leaving the property for good because of guns I have no idea where he came up with that, nothing of the sort was ever mentioned. If I hadn't of recorded it, it would have been my word against his. Now it looks like he is truly fucked.
Years ago I was in a custody dispute. On the recommendation of the GAL, I hired a well known psychologist to evaluate me. After making me pay him to travel to another state to "evaluate" my wife, he started acting totally weird and wouldn't talk to me. After weeks, I petitioned the court to order him to present his evaluation. They did. He called me and asked to speak to me "for a few minutes."
My father said "Put that voice recorder in your pocket."
His "few minutes" turned into a 1 hour 50 minute harangue, where he told me about his visions from God, went on and on about disgusting perverted sexual stuff, asking me If I had done sex crimes, which of course I denied with shock and horror.
Then in court he said that I had confessed sex crimes to him. I will never forget the exchange:
Judge: Dr. XXX, what if Mr. [me\] denies having said these things? Did you record your sessions?
Psychologist: I wrote these things down verbatim as they were spoken.
Me: [pulling a CD out of my folder\] You Honor, I did record our conversations, and if it please the court I would like to read some brief excerpts from the transcript.
He started visibly trembling. It took a significant period of time, but eventually, the shit hit the fan for him.
The GAL listened to the tape and was so disgusted that she said that she couldn't bear to be in the same room with the man.
Me: If I hadn't recorded this, who would have ever believed me?
GAL: Nobody would have.
No one would do anything about it or even give me the time of day [since he was a well respected psychologist,\] until I finally got the State Attorney General to listen to me.
Turned out he had never had a license to practice psychology, and had been testifying in the courts as an expert witness for years.
He lost his practice, his wife divorced him, it made the front page of the Sunday paper which publicly exonerated me, and he had to leave town in disgrace.
What pissed me right off is that he was not charged criminally. I think that the court was embarrassed and wanted it go go away as quietly as possible. He also was a member of the same country club as the judge.
EDIT: The owner of a small website that exposes corruption in the courts posted some audio clips of the Psych saying sexual stuff. At one point it got so many hits that he thought he was under DDOS attack and briefly shut down his site.
People, record your conversations!
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LPT: When sharing something deeply personal with a close friend, remember that their partner is often their emotional support system, and might end up hearing about it too.
Even if your friend swears to keep it private, people tend to confide in the person they trust most. If its something you truly want to stay between just the two of you, its okay to gently set that boundary up front or consider keeping it to yourself. Discretion isn't always about distrust, its about understanding how information naturally flows in close relationship.
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LPT: If you're socially anxious, doing this has helped me.
One thing that has helped me manage social anxiety is focusing on asking others questions rather than worrying about what I should say next. It shifts the focus away from you and allows the conversation to flow more naturally. People generally love talking about themselves, and it gives you a chance to listen and engage without feeling like you have to carry the conversation all on your own.
Another thing I do is keep a mental list of a few easy conversation starters—things like, "How has your day been?" or "What’s been the highlight of your week so far?" It takes the pressure off me to think of something profound and allows me to ease into the conversation.
Hope this helps someone else out there dealing with social anxiety! You're not alone, and small changes can make a big difference. :)
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LPT Moving? Keep track of the small stuff
Disassembling furniture during a move always feel fine, until you're unpacking and starting at mystery screws with no clue where they gone.
Now I bag every bolt, screw, and tiny pieces as I go, label the bag and either tape it to the item and toss it in a first unpack box. It takes 30 extra seconds, and future you will love past you for it, especially when you're reassembling a bookshelf half-delirious after a long day.
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LPT: Want to maximize the effect of LifeProTips?
1. Scroll through r/LifeProTips, collect a few LPTs that you think are essential for you.
2. Decide on one LPT.
3. Set a reminder on your phone reminding you of this LPT two times a day every day for the next 7 days.
4. Don't read anymore LPT in the same week. <-- This is the most important part.
5. Make this only one LPT a habit.
6. As the week ends, check whether the effect of that one LPT has been fully manifested. It should become a part of you.
7. If need be extend the time you spend on this LPT. Make sure you have internalized it before moving on.
8. Move on to the next LPT and repeat.
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LPT Dentist said you need work done? Get a 2nd opinion.
tldr: My dentist said I needed wisdom teeth extraction and tooth filling costing $1100. I got a 2nd opinion, and took them 3 minutes to see teeth are in perfect shape. Avoided unnecessary surgery. I am salty about it.
So,
I recently booked a Groupon for a dental cleaning. $35, 100+ 4.9 star average reviews, what a steal (I thought)!
My teeth are in excellent health (brush, floss, mouth wash - religiously), and I don’t have dental insurance…but my last cleaning the doc said my teeth were great, no issue.
So, the hygienist cleans my teeth, doc comes out to see me she says I should get my 2 wisdom teeth removed as they are in bad shape (shows me the photos, “educates” me on why they are in bad shape). She puts her little pokey tool in another tooth of mine and it sticks in what she is explaining to me is a cavity.
Needless to say, I’m devastated. I take GREAT care of my teeth but tbh I’ve been eating more sweets in recent months so i put the blame on that and guilt and shame myself considering I haven’t had one cavity since I was a child.
Front desk lady says $1100 is discounted rate for the work uninsured and I can get in today if I want for the surgery and I’ll be put under for the operation. My gut tells me to wait and not jump on that booking (thank god).
I book a different (edit: Groupon) dentist to get a 2nd opinion. Doc checks my teeth and takes him 3 minutes to see I don’t need my wisdom teeth removed AND I don’t have a cavity (it’s just a little ledge and a coffee stain or something). He explains to me some dentists that don’t own the place basically get paid on commission…
I’m upset to say the least. I work in healthcare and to see a medical doctor lying to the understandably naive public (Me) to get financial gain pisses me off. I left her a 1 star review and honest doc a 5 star one.
Not joking about this, my gf went to a dentist a couple months later and was told she had 3 cavities, I said PLEASE go get a 2nd opinion. 2nd doc said NO CAVITIES.
Anyway…
I almost had unnecessary surgery to help line the pockets of this doc.
The real lpt: Work hard to find a dentist who is honest and not greedy and get 2nd opinions until you do!
Edit: I’ve gotten another cleaning since all this and my teeth were still in great shape according to the dentist.
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LPT: Before putting a bottle or jug back in the fridge, squeeze it to make sure the seal is tight
It’ll let you know if the cap is cross threaded and prevent spills the next time you take it out.
I just shook up a bottle of orange juice and the cap came off. Learn from my mistake, double check the cap.
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LPT Use The Free Store's flat boxes for cat litter, way more sanitary & Disposable
And if it doesn't get wet or anything it can go directly in the recycling bin, after dumping the contents of course.
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LPT Life after an apology?
What are everyone’s tips and tricks for moving on after a declined apology for something major? I wounded this person very deeply emotionally and I know it will last for decades and I am so so sorry.
After an apology, I don’t know how to start moving forward or what to do. It will also definitely ripple poorly on my care career, but I care less about that than the fact that I hurt them.
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LPT: If a consumer product is branded as having a 'new look', check the size.
Lots of products are being redesigned on packaging or labelled as having a new look. For 95% of them, from cereals to shampoo, there is either less quantity for the same price or they've adjusted the proportions of goods in that product (e.g,. less fancy granola in our cereal vs. plain flakes). Shrinkflation is a real thing and it's better that you look at the fine print before you purchase the same product.
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LPT : Be happy with what you have and try your best to be better person than who you were yesterday.
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LPT: Clean your ceiling fan blades before switching directions!!
If, like me, you remember to switch fan direction every 6 months or so, you're likely going to do so soon if you haven't already. I went to go to my swap for the season, flicked the switch to check if it worked... And ended up with about a months worth of dust on a pile of clean clothes.
Even if you don't follow the ritual, here's a reminder to clean your ceiling fans. Seriously, it's probably gross.
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LPT: This one sticky note trick made me way more productive without the burnout.
If you’re constantly overwhelmed by long to-do lists, try this: write just one task on a sticky note, only the next thing you need to do. Don’t think about the rest. Finish that, then write the next one. It keeps your brain focused and avoids that “where do I even start?” feeling. I used to get nothing done scrolling through a 15-item list. Now I finish 10 things without realizing it. Weirdly simple but works like a charm. Try it!
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LPT: You suffer more often in imagination than in reality.
Humans have evolved in such a way that we calculate every possible negative outcome, no matter how unlikely it is. It's not your anxiety, depression or past experiences, it's just being human. It takes time and effort to stop worrying so much, but you can do it once you realise that most of your worries are simply made up. Besides, if you worry before is necessary, you worry more than is necessary.
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LPT: If you are new to youth sport, assume from Day 1 that parents only care about their own kids and not yours. Find peace early by accepting this truth and be pleasantly suprised when its not always the case.
Going on year 12 of youth sports in general. Name a sport and I have had a kid participate and/or I have coached. My kids have been the best on the team, the worst on the team and everywhere in between. It’s not personal. Every parent is just as obsessed with their own kid as you are with yours. The sooner you stop expecting recognition, fairness, praise, etc. from youth sports the more you can enjoy the ride and support your child for their sake—not our own egos. Youth sports has some remarkable lessons to teach kids and parents alike.
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LPT: Stop waiting for a group to start something new, solo plans can change your life.
I used to put off going to art workshops because none of my friends were into painting. I’d wait, cancel, or skip just because I didn’t want to go alone. Then one day I just signed up and went. Met cool people, learned new skills, and now I look forward to it weekly, with or without company. If you want to do something, do it. Invite others, sure but don’t depend on them. Your plans are still worth showing up for, even if it’s just you.
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LPT: How many of you are confident for outliving the average life expectancy of your country and why?
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LPT Make your criticism about impact, not your opinion. It makes giving accurate criticism easier and is more helpful to the person receiving it.
If you're training, or if you find yourself in a position where you need to give someone honest criticism instead of saying "John's pace is unsatisfactory" you might say "John spends more time on reports than average and doesn't meet his quotas in time". Write what you see, let whoever is reading it infer that John is slow.
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LPT: How to give advice when you have more experience
Instead of saying “You should…”, say “Here’s my personal experience”. For example, let’s say you’re a proficient piano player, and your friend is trying to choose between a digital piano and an acoustic one. If you say “You should get an acoustic piano because XYZ”, they’ll subconsciously hear it as a command, and their mind will go on defense before they even hear the XYZ part. But if you say “I considered a digital piano, but I decided to get an acoustic one because XYZ”, it’s more clear that you’re sharing your experience.
Now I’ll follow my own advice and reword all of this: I’ve found that when people tell me “you should”, I’m less receptive to what they’re about to say. But when they share their experience with something I’m interested in, I want them to keep talking. This applies to everything from hobbies to relationships to self-help.
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LPT: Life hacks that actually work.
1. Want to stop overthinking?
→ Take a cold shower, clean one drawer, then go for a 15-min walk.
(Your brain will reboot like a hung laptop.)
2. Sleep better instantly?
→ Dim lights 1 hour before bed. Stop scrolling. Magnesium glycinate works wonders.
3. Need instant focus?
→ Chew gum + put on instrumental music (video game soundtracks are 🔥).
(Gamers didn’t build reflexes for nothing.)
4. Can’t control food cravings?
→ Brush your teeth or chew mint gum. Brain thinks mealtime is over. Magic.
5. Feel stuck in life?
→ Fix your room. Then your body. Then your calendar. In that order.
6. Need to save money but still enjoy life?
→ Set a ‘Fun Budget’. Spend lavishly on 1–2 things you love. Cut ruthlessly everywhere else.
7. Want peace of mind?
→ Start journaling for 5 mins daily.
(Brain dumps > dopamine scrolls.)
8. Most underrated skill in adulthood?
→ Sending a calendar invite. It makes you look professional & serious — instantly.
9. Stop saying “I don’t have time”
→ Replace it with “It’s not a priority.”
(You’ll instantly become honest with yourself.)
10. Biggest secret to a better life?
→ Be the calmest person in the room. In business. In traffic. In arguments.
Calm = power.
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LPT: If you're feeling overwhelmed, lonely, or just emotionally drained as an adult, build a blanket fort.
Yes, seriously. You don’t need to be a child to find comfort in something small, cosy, and safe. Grab some blankets, chairs, pillows. Make a little space that’s just yours.
There’s something deeply comforting about creating a physical retreat, especially when life feels too big or loud. It gives your brain a signal: this space is for rest, comfort, and quiet. You can cry in there, read, listen to music, or just sit. It’s not silly. It’s self-care.
Mental health doesn’t always need big, expensive solutions. Sometimes, it just needs a bit of softness and permission to pause.
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LPT: 10 minutes of silent meditation before bed can drastically reduce impulsiveness and improve sleep
No app, no music, no guru. I just sat still in silence for 10 minutes before bed for the past month. It’s stupid simple, but here’s what happened:
• My sleep got noticeably better after the first week
• I caught myself stopping impulsive habits more often (scrolling, snacking, reacting angrily)
• I was calmer in high-stress moments at work
• I even started noticing when I was overthinking, while it was happening
You don’t need to “clear your mind” or “do it right.” Just sit in silence and breathe. Every night. Try it for a week. It’s basically a free upgrade for your brain.
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LPT: Take a basic photo when you want to critically review, or appreciate settings, etc. This allows you to take in the whole perspective more efficiently.
We naturally have “tunnel vision”—our eyes and brain are wired to focus on a central point. That’s just how our physiology works! When you’ve been around something for a long time—like your yard, your street, any familiar setting, or a project you’ve been working on —it can be hard to see it the way a newcomer or client might. Even noticing the beauty of a place you live in can be surprisingly difficult. That’s why it helps to “take a step back” and look at things, and a easy way is to take a photo. A quick picture can help you notice details you might otherwise miss.
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LPT: If you need a hotel room late at night on a budget, do a ‘walk in’ reservation.
I currently work as a night auditor at a major brand hotel. When people come in requesting a room during my shift (who don’t have a reservation already), Im basically allowed to set the price myself, within reason. The software allows me to manually override the price set by corporate for the night. This is common at hotels.
Like most places, our rates vary quite a bit. An average rate is usually around $150, depending on time of year. Of course sometimes corporate gets greedy though and jacks the price way up to $300/night (+ tax + a $100 incidental charge)! This is for a mid level hotel 30 mins outside of boston, people. It is NOT worth anywhere near 300 bucks a night. If I was a billionaire I dont think Id pay it, based on principal alone.
So when guests walk in during my shift, Ill often give big discounts just…because. Last night they had the price at $300+, but I charged between $150-200 for all 4 of my walk in guests. If they booked online or by calling the outsourced corporate customer service, theyd would have paid full price. Maybe a tiny AAA discount if theyre lucky.
Obviously this is only practical to do if youre in a somewhat flexible situation where youd like a hotel room, but it’s not a complete necessity to have one.
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LPT: If a small task takes less than 2 minutes, do it now. Not because it’s efficient, but because it clears mental clutter.
It’s not about hustle. It’s about relief. That 2 minute task will stay in your head five hours longer than it takes to finish.
Clear it. Breathe better. Move on.
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LPT: Unemployed? Use the extra time to brush your teeth and take better care of yourself.
I used to keep a toothbrush at work, but even with an hour lunch I didn't always make the time to brush after lunch. Now that I'm unemployed I have to take better care of myself. Being home all day, I now make the time to brush my teeth after lunch (and almost every other snack), as I no longer have health insurance.
It's easy to fall into a trap of despair when you're job hunting, but don't fall into a normal habit of only brushing in the morning and/or before bed. If you take the time to brush your teeth after every meal, you're less likely to have to worry about dental issues before your next job/career comes along.
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LPT: Clean your ceiling fan blades before switching direction!!
If, like me, you remember to switch fan direction every 6 months or so, you're likely going to do so soon if you haven't already. I went to go to my swap for the season, flicked the switch to check if it worked... And ended up with about a months worth of dust on a pile of clean clothes.
Even if you don't follow the ritual, here's a reminder to clean your ceiling fans. Seriously, it's probably gross.
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