Life Pro Tips

I've noticed that the worst times in my life are when I'm stuck in a loop trying to tackle something without any solution, just trying to grind into productivity.

It'll feel like nothing seems to click, but then I realize that the solution is actually a deviation from my routine.

It'll be going to a park that I've never gone to before, or watching a new TV show. It could be a town that I've been in a very long time ago or never have been to altogether. It could also be a new book. A new hobby could help too.

Anything that lets the human mind wander from its present loop genuinely helps your mental health. Your brain needs to form new connections, or revise older ones with your current perspective.

When writing a gift wedding check, use the name of just one person (their pre-wedding legal name) instead of “Mr. and Mrs. NewLastName.” Name changes or joint accounts take time, and checks made out to a new or shared name can be difficult to deposit right away. Using one person’s existing legal name ensures they can access the money without delays.

The common advice is to "consult your mortgage documents" to see when you can remove PMI. But even easier - just give your mortgage company a call and politely ask to remove PMI. They'll tell you if you can't.

I just called the second bank that purchased our mortgage. Unlike the first bank, they didn't require an appraisal to verify equity. Looking at nearby properties for sale, I'm not 100% sure we would have passed the appraisal. The call took less than 60 seconds and now I'm saving $130/month.

Unfortunately, if you have an FHA loan, you might not be eligible to remove PMI. But otherwise - it's a quick phone call and you might be pleasantly surprised!

This is specific to the USA.

This sounds goofy but it is absurdly effective. When you talk through a complex idea as if you’re teaching a very small child, your brain automatically breaks the information into simple steps, removes fluff, and connects the missing logic. You’ll instantly notice the parts you don’t actually understand, because you physically can’t “explain” them. It works for coding, finances, law stuff, medical instructions, even math. I’ve used it to prep for interviews and presentations. Talking out loud forces active recall, which is the most powerful memory tool humans have, and the imaginary kid removes pressure so you don’t freeze or overthink.

For example, instead of saying "Have you lost weight?", say "You look fabulous - what's different about you?" It gives the other person a chance to discuss or deflect depending on how they feel about it.

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If you get a sunburn, putting cool aloe vera gel on it can help ease the pain and redness. Instead of just keeping the gel in the fridge or at room temperature, try freezing it in an ice cube tray. When you need it, take out a cube and gently rub it on your sunburn. It feels refreshing and cool right away. This way, the aloe stays fresh longer and it’s much easier to use without making a mess. It’s a simple trick to make sunburn relief faster and nicer.

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The Home Renovation of My DREAMS Just Happened in Orlando 😍🏡✨

Y'all, I need to share this home transformation journey that has me OBSESSED. My kitchen went from "why do I live like this?" to "am I a celebrity now??" in just a few weeks!

After months of scrolling through #dreamhome posts and crying into my coffee every morning in my sad, outdated kitchen, I finally took the plunge with Holland Builders Co in Orlando.

BEST. DECISION. EVER.

These wizards have over 100 YEARS of combined experience (!!!) and it SHOWS. My designer actually LISTENED to what I wanted instead of pushing some cookie-cutter solution. The team protected everything during construction (my cats thank you), finished ON TIME (is this real life??), and the final walk-through had me literally speechless.

One of their past clients, Norma, wasn't kidding when she said they go "above and beyond" - the project manager Nick checked in DAILY and caught details I would have missed completely.

If you're in Central Florida and living in a space that doesn't make your heart happy, DO THIS FOR YOURSELF. Their free consultation is zero pressure and they work with your budget without making you feel like you're being cheap (we've all been there).