Practical Life Hacks You Probably Didn’t Know You Needed

Here are some practical life hacks I find helpful, to get you through everyday life just a tad bit easier. These are some of the best life hacks that I personally use and find very useful. Prepare to be amazed.

Life hack #1: Wake up early every day.

Waking up early every morning between 5-8am results in more productivity and a longer-lasting day overall. The earlier you wake up, the more refreshed you’ll feel throughout the day. Of course, you would have to go to sleep earlier to achieve this, but it is worth it.

Life hack #2: Learn how to do your own hair.

It’ll save you a ton of money learning how to do your favorite styles whenever you want. Utilize YouTube and practice on others, then when you’ve mastered it you can do it for others. Everyone’s hair is not the same and should be treated accordingly. Learn your hair type and give it the correct attention it needs. I consider this self-care and you’ll notice a huge difference.

Life hack #3: Learn a new skill.

One of my favorite practical life hacks! You’ve been in school learning your whole childhood. When you decide to learn new things on your own, you’re pretty much on top of the world outside of school. Being well-versed in certain skills opens a door to opportunities that fall in your lap. Your 9-5 will make you money, and your 9-12 will set you free. Right now, I’m learning how to code. My next venture is photography/graphic design. Both will take me to many places.

Life hack #4: Follow people on social media who look like you/inspire you.

This is for those people who constantly find themselves comparing them to those they see on social media. If you follow people who look like you vs those who you think meet society’s standards, YOUR qualities will be the set beauty standards. Follow those who are where you want to be also, hopefully pushing you to be where they are.

Life hack #5: Look at coworkers as coworkers only, and not friends.

When you start a job with brand new coworkers, be careful with sharing too much information. Be careful who you follow on social media as well. Not everyone in the professional setting is your friend because once you’re no longer valuable, you’re easily replaceable.

Life hack #6: Have a reward for every goal you set.

When you set a goal for yourself and plan a reward once you’ve achieved that goal–studies say, you’re 5x more motivated to work harder and achieve said goal.

Life hack #7: Never make an important decision when you’re sad/angry.

Making decisions strictly out of emotion is a dangerous game. It won’t be based on logic or reasoning, but on how you temporarily feel in the moment. Wait until you’re cooled down or you’ve thought everything through. Then you’ll be able to use your head and not your heart to make the best decision.

Life hack #8: Never keep anything important in your car.

Lately, car robberies are becoming a trend and it’s safe to say your car isn’t the place to keep important things. Other than the things that need to be kept in my glovebox, I don’t keep anything valuable in my car. Even when I’m stopping at the store. Believe me, they’ll tag you anywhere.

Life hack #9: If you can’t remember someone’s name, ask them how to spell it first.

This will avoid the awkward “I’m sorry, what is your name again?” question, that some people may find offensive. Most people just aren’t good with names, but not everyone quite understands that.

Life hack # 10: Practice “Out of sight, out of mind”.

Want to get over someone quickly, or easily? Cut off communication completely. Unfollow them on social media, delete your text thread/their number, and delete any photos you all have together. This helps me a ton, because the less I see them, the less I think of them. Next thing I know, I’ve probably forgotten about them. This will help you move on and reflect on the situation without them being in the way to distract you. When you guys do end up talking again, you will most likely be in a better place.

Life hack #11: Stop holding people to certain expectations.

This life hack is nothing but a constant disappointment. What is, you ask? Holding people to certain standards that they never proved to you they could hold in the first place. I learned the hard way to stop doing this because not everyone is capable of meeting your expectations. Get a chance to see what they’re about first, then decide from there.

Life hack #12: If someone has wronged you and left you hurt, write your feelings out in a letter to them and burn it.

This is a method someone shared with me that has contributed to my healing process tremendously. A lot of built-up emotions can be let go by doing this ritual. Release your thoughts, let them travel through your arm, through the pen, and onto your paper. Read it aloud and burn those thoughts. You will feel 10x better.

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