Life doesn’t need to be so hard! These life pro tips may seem simple but can reap great benefits when implemented and make a difference in the long run.
Keep Your Mouth Shut, And Don’t Volunteer Information
“Make a simple, concise statement. And then STOP TALKING.”
Background: An individual had a phone interview scheduled for the morning, but overslept and missed it.
Although tempted to provide an explanation or excuse as to why they were unable to attend, all they did was apologize and ask if rescheduling was possible.
Much to their surprise, the other party replied within 20 minutes, expressing understanding, apologizing, and suggesting to reschedule for the afternoon.
Keep Your Mouth Shut, And Don’t Volunteer Information
They were “saying it was probably their fault, that they’d been having trouble with their computer system for days, and of course, I could reschedule.”
By not volunteering any additional information, it demonstrated how one should keep their mouth shut and only provide the necessary information if asked for. This ultimately resulted in a positive outcome.
Teach Your Child To Read as Early as Possible
“My mom told me at a young age that she would ALWAYS have money to buy me a book, and she always did. I grew up with a love for reading and still read constantly.”
One person under the username Moonripple616 wrote: To help your child become smarter, introduce them to reading at an early age and cultivate their interest in books. When they can read, they can become self-taught, giving them a lifelong advantage over peers who lack this skill.
Find Out The Website Responsible For Your Spam
One person wrote: A way to identify which websites sell your personal information is by adding the website’s name as your middle name when signing up online. This helps you recognize the source of spam or advertising emails you receive.
Wearing a Helmet is Cool
Encourage your child to wear a helmet by telling them how “cool” you think it is. They will continue to wear it in the future as it is given a positive association.
Don’t Kill Yourself Working For a Company Because You Are Replaceable
Before you applied and got the job, your company was not aware of your existence. And if you leave the company, you will be replaced as soon as possible. So, make sure you take care of yourself.
Learn How To React Less And Be More Forgiving
“When you don’t have all the facts, try to give people the most generous reason you can for their behavior,” one person said. “Annoyingly slow driver? Maybe it’s a mom with a birthday cake in the back.”
Improve Your Fitness And Your Body Will Thank You As You Get Older
One person wrote: By your late 20’s/early 30’s, make sure physical fitness becomes an absolute top priority.
Background: When the person was 28 years old, he began a fitness routine to impress a girl, but it didn’t work. However, the routine became a habit, and now that he’s 43, he’s amazed at his level of physical fitness compared to others his age.
Improve Your Fitness And Your Body Will Thank You As You Get Older
He was concerned by how many people his age viewed physical deterioration as unavoidable when he believed it wasn’t.
Starting a fitness routine now could be one of the best things you do for yourself.
Simple Question to Ask an Upset Friend
One person wrote: When someone is distressed, a good thing to ask them before anything else is, “Do you want to talk about it, or do you want me to distract you from it?”
This can be a useful way of helping your friend, as it gives them the space to decide whether they need advice or just want someone to listen. It also shows that you are an understanding and supportive friend who is willing to be there in whatever way they need.
Simple Question to Ask an Upset Friend
You can then talk about your own day, show them something funny or do some fun activity together. This question creates boundaries while also building trust. It shows your friend that you care and are willing to be there for them whenever they need.
If Someone Insults You At a Meeting, Ask Them Again
One person wrote: If someone insults you in a meeting, you can ask them to repeat themselves politely. This way, they’ll either apologize or repeat the insult, which will make them look unprofessional.
“Or they’ll just say never mind or ignore you… that’s been my experience,” one person replied.
“If you are being bullied in the workplace, contact your HR. You have the right to a harassment-free workplace,” one person advised.
If You Are Going Through a Bad Breakup or Know Someone That Is…
One person wrote: To help you feel better after a difficult breakup, make a list of 10 activities that you always wanted to do but your ex never wanted to. Doing these things will help you discover parts of yourself that may have been overlooked in the relationship.
Find Out Any Wifi Password
One person wrote: To retrieve a lost WiFi password or obtain a school WiFi password, enter this command in the command prompt on a computer that is already connected to the network: netsh wlan show profile WiFi-name key=clear. The output language code is EN.
Find Out Any Wifi Password
One person responded with their own life pro tip: “When you’re at a hotel that charges for wifi (or for faster wifi), get the password from the business center computer, which is probably connected to the employee wifi.”
I stayed at a hotel that only allowed 30 mins free WiFi every 24 hours on each device connected. To get around it, I found a setting in Windows 10 that lets you change your MAC address, and I just toggled it whenever I got kicked out of the wifi,” another person mentioned.
Get Out of Any Call Situation
One person wrote: If you find yourself on an irritating call, activate airplane mode on your phone instead of disconnecting it. This way, the person on the other end will see “call failed” instead of “call ended.”
Don’t Be Too Strict With Your Kids
One person wrote: Parents who have strict rules and expectations may unintentionally encourage their children to become better at lying due to fear of punishment.
To prevent this, it’s important to establish reasonable guidelines for your child, acknowledge and reward positive behavior, and view mistakes as opportunities for growth and learning.
Productivity Hack
One person wrote: To avoid feeling like you’ve wasted the entire day and putting off progress until tomorrow, consider breaking the day into four parts: morning, midday, afternoon, and evening.
If you struggle during one part, focus on doing better during the next. It’s better to have a small setback than a big one.
Getting Work Done at a Reasonable Pace at Work
One person wrote: For those starting a new job, if you can complete a task that typically takes 3.5 hours in just 1 hour, it’s advisable to wait about an hour before submitting it.
This is because if your manager realizes how efficient you are, they may overload you with work without providing proper compensation.
Life Pro Tips
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Conclusion
These tips can help people make the most out of their lives. Whether it is navigating through a difficult breakup, or finding ways to increase productivity at work, understanding these tips and applying them in daily life will give you an edge in any situation.
It’s important to remember that these tips are not one-size-fits-all, so you should find the ones that work best for you. By understanding and implementing them, you can improve your day-to-day life and make a real difference in the long run. Good luck!
This article was syndicated and produced by TPR Teaching. Source: Reddit.
Caitriona Maria is an education writer and founder of TPR Teaching, crafting inspiring pieces that promote the importance of developing new skills. For 7 years, she has been committed to providing students with the best learning opportunities possible, both domestically and abroad. Dedicated to unlocking students' potential, Caitriona has taught English in several countries and continues to explore new cultures through her travels.