Ever wonder where to donate things? Get them out of the house? Declutter?
I asked in the DeClutter community on Reddit and received a number of helpful replies. One of them included a link to a 56 [!] page outline of where and how and when to donate [or trash] – Reddit Declutter Wiki I hate, absolutely hate, to toss things in the garbage – unless that’s really […]
Work Where You Wander — Tips For Becoming A Digital Nomad
Embracing the digital nomad lifestyle offers an unparalleled opportunity to blend professional pursuits with personal passion for travel. This dynamic way of working not only provides the freedom to roam the globe but also demands a unique set of strategies for success. Whether you’re contemplating a shift to this lifestyle or looking to optimize your existing nomadic experience, understanding the foundational steps is essential.
Let your Mac computer read to you!! Great for proofreading or just Multi-tasking.
We’ve all been there, slogging through a long document or webpage trying to concentrate, but our eyes are getting tired and strained. Wouldn’t it be nice to give your eyes a break and have someone else read the text to you for a bit? Well, with a built-in text-to-speech feature on a Mac computer you […]
More on email security: as I have said before, don’t click on links in emails if at all possible
Actually, not at all. For instance I was reviewing items in my Junk Mailbox and came across one allegedly from our insurance company, USAA. Looked VERY real, correct color scheme and font it appeared – BUT just didn’t smell right. So I clicked on the From line at the top and it showed the actual […]
Another ‘security’ Topic – handling telephone calls
First rule, don’t take calls from people or ## you don’t know. If it is important they’ll leave a voicemail message. If not, you haven’t wasted your time. Second rule, if you do decide to pick up and answer the telephone do not say the word “yes”. I read something just recently about how the […]
Great resource AND place to donate – The Internet Archive
https://archive.org/ What a collection = I just signed up [free] and will probably donate $ since it’s a great repository =plus I can now donate some of my older software and CDs etc = "We’re so glad you’ve decided to join our community of digital archivers from around the world. With your free account […]
Thoughts on scams, phishing, and steps you can take.
Using email to block spam and questionable contacts. Blocking Contact, so that the sender is quickly identified as scam and spam.
Virtual Office, Real Results: Managing Your Business on the Road [guest post]
From Jason Lewis, Strongwell Managing a business while traveling can seem daunting, but it is becoming increasingly common in today’s interconnected world. With the need for businesses to expand globally, traveling for work is now an expected part of the job. However, it is essential to manage your business effectively while on the go. Here […]
Everything you need to know about traveling solo
Everything You Need To Know About Traveling Solo Lifehack notes that traveling is a great way to take a break from the monotony of your routine, gain exposure to different cultures, experience new things, and broaden your perspective. But what should you do if you don’t have a travel companion? Nomadic Matt recommends embarking on […]
Five Best places to take a Self-Care trip
Little Island in New York City Jason Lewis, with strongwell.org collaborated with Victoria of JourneyZing to share some places to travel to where. you can take care of your self. In the regular hustle of life, there periodically comes a time when we need to take a step back and relax. It is in times […]