Happiness Hacks for 2022, The Scoop on Charcoal Soap, and More

January 4, 2022

Tip of the Day

If there was ever an easy day to resolve to drink more water, it’s New Year’s Eve. Start drinking more water now to get ahead of tomorrow’s hangover.

Happy Tuesday! I hope everybody is back in the post-holiday groove and feeling hopeful for the new year. That’s a tall order, I know, so if you’re struggling to squeeze out a little optimism, this collection of easy to adopt happiness-boosting habits is worth a look.

If one of your goals this year is to hit the gym more, here’s a list of gym bag essentials to help you get back in the swing of things. And hey, if your new year goal is healthier skin without all that huffing and puffing at the gym, this might be more your speed: here’s the inside scoop on charcoal soap.

And water cooler trivia? As always, we have some. Here are two bits of trivia that are, in a very distant but related way, tied together. On this day in 1643, famed mathematician and physicist Isaac Newton was born in Woolsthrope, England. Also on this day, centuries later in 2010, the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, was officially opened. The staggeringly tall 2,722-foot structure is certainly built on a foundation of all the mathematics and engineering that came before it.

– Jason

Charcoal soap is one of the hottest skin care trends in recent years, but what’s the deal? How does it work? Is it worth using? How do you get the most out of rubbing charcoal all over yourself? Here’s what you need to know. Read More »

The one thing we can all pretty much agree on is that we’d very much like 2022 to be a happier year for everyone! Happiness can come in small increments, so for this year, why not try a monthly habits-for-happiness challenge? Read More »

Joining a gym for the first time can be daunting. These accessories will make you feel more prepared and help you enjoy easing into a new routine. Read More »

iPad Mini 6s are a great travel tablet that allows you to take its conveniences with you on the go without adding much extra bulk and weight.
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Resistance bands can be an excellent alternative to traditional free weights.
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We all know that Target is essentially a minefield for your wallet. While we apologize slightly, we have yet another thing you’ll want to purchase at the retailer. Read More »

You’ve likely heard that carefully placed mirrors can help make a room look larger, but there’s another trick that might help as well. It’s all about how you hang your curtains. Read More »

There’s nothing like an easy, weeknight dinner of spaghetti. If you feel like your recipe is never quite right, it could be the way you’re cooking the pasta. Read More »

When you think of modern bathrooms, your mind likely conjures up images of crisp white tiles and glass shower doors. However, in 2022, that color palette is changing. Read More »

Since its launch in 2019, Apple TV+ has steadily built up a high-quality original library. Its selection may be smaller than other streaming services, but it’s more carefully curated. Here are the best original movies and series on Apple TV+. Read More »

If you’re still rocking a BlackBerry Classic or any other handset running BlackBerry OS, I’m sorry to say that it’s time to buy a new phone. As of January 4th, old BlackBerrys can no longer make calls or texts, access the mobile internet, or dial emergency services like 911. The party’s over! Read More »

When people ask me which ultra-affordable phone they should buy, I usually tell them to avoid anything with gimmicks like giant camera arrays or 5G support. These features are often poorly executed in budget phones, yet they come at the expense of battery life or other important specs. But AT&T and Samsung may have completely flipped the script. Read More »