A purchase, an app, a decision, anything

  • Redpandalovely
    20•2 years ago

    I recently made the conscious decision to accept people as they are, not to be disappointed when they don’t do or say what I hope for. I focus on their positive qualities and strengths.

  • Debian Guy
    19•2 years ago

    This is my first post. Hello!

    I started keeping alarms for common things like brushing, eating lunch and dinner, work-time-ends, etc. It has helped me do things more consistently.

    • Debian Guy
      5•2 years ago

      I’ve been thinking to do this but it is distant and difficult. Hope I can get to it sooner.

      • جيا ميڠ
        4•2 years ago

        Linux Mint. didnt go as smoothly as usual cuz i tried installing Arch linux first, which failed and kinda messed up my system, so I gave that up and went for mint. Just follow the instructions & all should be good.

  • Amicese
    15•2 years ago

    Setting up RSS to automatically notify me of new posts on my moderated communities.

    • @erock@lemmy.ml
      5•2 years ago

      Do you just open an rss reader every morning to read the updates or do you have some other way to get notified?

      • Amicese
        5•2 years ago

        I have my RSS reader (emacs newsticker) opened by StumpWM everytime I boot. It works for now; but I think I eventually will just go and configure my .stumpwmrc to “fix” that.

  • ☆ Yσɠƚԋσʂ ☆
    15•2 years ago

    I started keeping my phone in DND mode and only allow notifications from chat apps I use with people I know personally. I find that I’ve stopped checking my phone all the time and it’s been a huge quality of life improvement for me.

  • @ezmack@lemmy.ml
    14•2 years ago

    Packing a lunch. It gets so expensive not too especially if you’re at a place where everyone does it. I’d rather grab a couple granola bars and a soda on the way out the door then buy lunch at this point even if I’m famished when I get home

  • @MedicareForSome@lemmy.ml
    13•2 years ago

    A nice cordless vacuum was a game-changer for me. The ability to just grab it and vacuum is great. I always feel like plugging it in makes it an annoying logistics project so I end up blowing it off, especially for places without a convenient plug.

    Vacuum wars on YouTube is great for unbiased reviews. I got the Tineco A-10D for $100 and it’s really solid. Not a replacement for a plug-in vacuum though. The $250+ Range is more suited to be your one and only vacuum.

    • @OsrsNeedsF2P@lemmy.mlOP
      6•2 years ago

      cordless vacuum was a game-changer for me […] always feel like plugging it in makes it an annoying logistics project so I end up blowing it off

      SO MUCH THIS!

      The easier it is to start doing a chore or task, the much better it is to do. As another example, my current apartment’s washroom is designed to get completely wet - My toilet basically gets cleaned every shower because of how easy it is to spray it down!

  • @MerchantsOfMisery@lemmy.ml
    11•2 years ago

    Putting items back in a spot dedicated for them. I do this for damn near every item I own (I have an Excel inventory of most of the things I own and where they are stored).

    I can’t remember the last time I actually lost something for good. Of course, not going out nearly as much over the last 2 years because of COVID played a role in that but it’s so nice to generally not have to worry about losing things. Plus it helps keep the place tidy.

    • comfy
      4•2 years ago

      (I have an Excel inventory of most of the things I own and where they are stored).

      I have been personally wondering if this is a good idea/worth it. Since I’m moving to a new place in… ~oh wow it’s about two weeks now~, it will be possible to get this started without excluding anything that’s rarely used.

      Any advice, or is it pretty straight-forward?

      • @MerchantsOfMisery@lemmy.ml
        2•2 years ago

        I think it’s worth it for some items, and not worth it for others. It’s one of those things where one really has to develop a system tailored for their own usage of items.

        For me personally, I try to make sure any of my electronics/tech stuff that I don’t use frequently is stored in a box with a corresponding Excel sheet. This includes an inventory of cables and power chargers too, with things like quantity, brand, cable length, etc.

        For other items that I use more frequently, I don’t add them to the Excel sheet because constantly having to check out/check in items would be a huge pain in the ass.

  • @OsrsNeedsF2P@lemmy.mlOP
    10•2 years ago

    For me, it was buying a Robot Vacuum.

    I always noticed I slept better in a clean environment. I bought an air purifier and it made a small difference, but when I bought a robot vacuum my life changed. Finally, my floors were clean every day and there was no dust build up.

    I did extensive research on them, if you opt for it I recommend anything by Roborock. When you consider the price of a good normal vacuum, you quickly see how good of a deal robot cleaners are

    • Arthur Besse
      4•2 years ago

      do they make one that doesn’t have any internet connectivity “features”?

      their models i just looked at all mention “app control” which sounds like an indicator that you might be denied some important functionality you don’t login with facebook or something like that.

      • @Slatlun@lemmy.ml
        3•2 years ago

        I did some quick research because I wouldn’t consider buying one that needed wifi access or app control to work. It looks like some can work w/o ever being connected. The functions are limited like not being able to just clean a single room. Probably down to use case if you need the app functions or not.

        Edit: If anyone has real experience it would be great to hear.

    • poVoq
      2•2 years ago

      Except that you will still need a normal vacuum in addition. But yeah these robots look useful, but the price for good ones is really off-putting.

      • @OsrsNeedsF2P@lemmy.mlOP
        2•2 years ago

        Unless you have stairs you don’t really need a normal one. You can also just handle stairs with a broom and let your little floor buddy clean it up :)

  • comfy
    8•2 years ago

    Making automated rules to clear junk from email inboxes. As @yogthos said, adjusting notifications. Basically cleaning and organizing my digital life.

      • Ora
        3•2 years ago

        I think one or two of my work inbox rules are easily in the 1minute - 5/day category. Inbox rules are super easy but incredibly effective.

  • @sproid@lemmy.ml
    7•2 years ago

    Use a Task app along with the Calendar app to counter being too busy or counter forgetfulness.