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Ever since I started making myself enjoy yoga for them Lifehacker Fitness ChallengeI have successfully completed a daily yoga workout for all but one of the last nine days. And I have to say it feels like an accomplishment. As someone with a moderate level of pandemic burnoutFinding the motivation to stick with something new, and that requires me to actually take the time to do it, feels like a real accomplishment.

What if I only selected a 12 minute video some days? The point is, I’ve made a conscious effort to buy time for something I’m not inclined to do, and actually worked it through. And this very simple act teaches me a thing or two.

Two weeks later, I noticed more mindfulness

When setting up my laptop and choosing one Yoga with Adriene Video, I also unconsciously choose a set period of time in which I will only concentrate on my breath and my movement. Regardless of whether it’s 17 minutes or more, from the moment I select the video, I also tell myself that I won’t think of anything else for that set amount of time. And although I didn’t set out with the goal of being present and mindful, I do that at least once a day.

Of course, my mind wanders from time to time, sometimes anxiously thinking about the things I need to do immediately after my yoga session, but the real act of doing the poses is a constant reminder to return to the present. And sounding like a true yogi cliché, finding that mental space once a day feels like a real treat to me (which I chose) Science would agree).

I found a routine that works

Due to poor planning, I did yoga any time of the day, which was actually handy for figuring out which routine would work best for me. And so far it seems that either the afternoon or the evening is more comfortable for me than practicing in the morning – a time when I am more alert and energetic doing something faster like a run or a brisk walk.

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There have been a few days that I have a 20- or 30-minute afternoon yoga session (a time when I often bump into a wall and need a bit of physical refresher), and then work assignments inevitably have priority over mine Yoga routine is geared towards a bedtime ritual. And while doing yoga before bed feels less like exercise than a way to relax for the day, I agree, because there is nothing more relaxing than a good thing Shavasana on a hard floor.

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Bobby pins are cheap and easy to purchase in large quantities. I bought a large tub of hairpins years ago under $ 3and it is full to this day. But why do I need so many? What can I do with all of these things? It turns out to be a great deal.

Bobby pins are great for holding intricate hairstyles in place or for securing the one or two decorative flowers. However, only one or two pins are required for this. However, over the years we’ve found that bobby pins can also be very useful for making various quick fixes. From keeping your place in a book to screwing the lid back on your light switch, hairpins are more than just hair. Here are 12 odd ways hairpins can be used around the house.

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Living in a place with enough grass to be considered “lawn” has its advantages, but it also means the lawn must be mowed. Considering that your chores are difficult enough to do, finding the time to cut your grass can be difficult. And sometimes your window to mow the lawn in is right after the rain. Is it okay to mow or should you wait for the yard to dry out? According to home improvement legend Bob VilaMowing a wet lawn is not a good idea. Here’s why.

Shock hazard

If you happen to have an electric lawn mower – especially one that uses an extension cord – cutting wet grass can result in an electric shock. “Exposure to moisture (and any cables under worn or damaged parts of the cable) will damage the machine and electrocute the operator.” Vila writes on BobVila.com.

It’s easy to slide and fall

If you push a mower across a smooth lawn with enough force, it is possible, according to Vila, that you “slide and fall too close to the mower’s blades”. No thanks.

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It can damage your lawn mower

“Without the right fuel stabilizer, fuel left in the mower’s gas tank can become contaminated with excessive moisture and even attack your machine,” explains Vila. “Cuttings can also affect the mower’s work by sticking to equipment in clumps that block the vacuum or the blade itself.” Either way, these clogs make your mower tougher, which can cause it to shut down in the middle of the mowing .

A wet lawn is difficult to mow

When the grass is wet it is slippery and difficult to cut, resulting in a lawn made up of grass of different lengths. “If your mower’s blades are not in tip condition, resharpened or replaced, it can take two or three passes over the same wet lawn to get a fraction of the cut you would get if the lawn were to be would be dry. Says Vila.

Or, you can skip all of these and replace your lawn with one of those alternatives.

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While there aren’t any set criteria for what makes a person intimidating, it’s usually a combination of how your past interactions with them have been (if applicable) and your perception of that person as being smarter, more organized, better prepared, funnier, more attractive, more charismatic and / or more powerful than you. And once you get in mind that someone is intimidating, it can be difficult to convince yourself.

Fortunately, there are ways to make speaking to someone you find intimidating a little easier – something Kelsey Borresen at Huffington Post covered in a recent article. Here are some expert-backed tips to help you master the conversation.

Come prepared

Knowing ahead of time that you are talking to someone you find intimidating – like during a meeting or a specific event – should at least get some idea of ​​what to say. No, that doesn’t mean writing, memorizing, and reciting a script – just a few general bullet points are enough, Borresen writes.

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Remind yourself that this person is also a (flawed) person

Just because you see someone as beneficial to you doesn’t mean they aren’t a complex person with fears and mistakes. “Tell yourself this person has breakfast just like me. This person is sad just like me. It helps to change your view of the person from “intimidating” to “human”, “communication coach” Jennifer Kammeyer he said Huffington Post.

Don’t forget what to bring to the interview

No matter how intimidated you are by this person, it doesn’t take away your strengths, so lean into them. “Before you get involved, remember why you are there,” Kammeyer told the Huffington Post. “Someone else invited you to the meeting or community service for a reason. Tell yourself why you were invited and how you are adding value. “

Use your body language to your advantage

This goes beyond not crouching or crouching or making it clear that you are intimidated by this person and actually using your body language as a means to ground yourself during the conversation. Instructions are provided here, courtesy of Kammeyer:

Stand with your feet hip-width apart or sit with your knees hip-width apart and both feet on the floor. Do not cross your legs or arms. Focus on the feeling of your feet literally grounding you. Focus on keeping your posture upright and having a strong stomach and back. Grounding yourself physically will help with confidence.

Even if you don’t feel confident, you can at least see the part.