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The Little Book of Life Skills: Deal with Dinner, Manage Your Email, Make a Graceful Exit, and 152 Other Expert Tricks
With tips from leading experts in every field, The Little Book of Life Skills is the practical guide on how to solve the trickiest tasks in your day and make life a little easier.
We all have areas of our lives that make us feel disorganized, unprepared, or stressed out. From creating a calmer morning routine to setting yourself up for a good night's sleep, and everything in between, there are easy and proven ways to do things better. Whether you need advice on how to end an argument, iron a shirt, or keep your inbox under control, Erin Zammett Ruddy has spoken to experts including Rachael Ray, Dr. Oz, Arianna Huffington, and condensed their wisdom into easy to follow steps for all of life's simple and not-so-simple tasks, such as:
• Working from Home Effectively
• Keeping a Houseplant Alive
• Giving Constructive Feedback
• Arranging the Perfect Cheese Board, and many more
The Little Book of Life Skills offers simple strategies for being better grown-ups. It's the perfect guide for anybody who wants to get organized, be more efficient throughout the day, and finally learn the best way to fold that #$% fitted sheet.
We all have areas of our lives that make us feel disorganized, unprepared, or stressed out. From creating a calmer morning routine to setting yourself up for a good night's sleep, and everything in between, there are easy and proven ways to do things better. Whether you need advice on how to end an argument, iron a shirt, or keep your inbox under control, Erin Zammett Ruddy has spoken to experts including Rachael Ray, Dr. Oz, Arianna Huffington, and condensed their wisdom into easy to follow steps for all of life's simple and not-so-simple tasks, such as:
• Working from Home Effectively
• Keeping a Houseplant Alive
• Giving Constructive Feedback
• Arranging the Perfect Cheese Board, and many more
The Little Book of Life Skills offers simple strategies for being better grown-ups. It's the perfect guide for anybody who wants to get organized, be more efficient throughout the day, and finally learn the best way to fold that #$% fitted sheet.
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First published September 15, 2020
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June 21, 2022
I checked this book out from the library hoping it would be a good read for my fourteen year old, who is constantly wondering what skills he will need as an adult. (Plus, hey, I can also use some additional hints on how to navigate life. Who can't?) This book will not serve that purpose.
So, first, this is written for femmes. There's a lot on makeup and dressing and grooming, and it is solely and only for people who present as extremely feminine; there's nothing on shaving your face, for example, but there is a section on applying highlighter (that is different than the sections on other kinds of makeup). And I think this is deliberate; the book should be entitled How to Be the Perfect Girl (Because Girls Have to Be Perfect or They're Terrible). In other words, this is a recipe for imposter syndrome. And the perfect girl imagined in this book is, basically, the woman Cosmopolitan Magazine was writing for in 1990: a big-city corporate office job, a lot of work events, a jet-setting life on the go. This feels a little weird and extremely dated in 2022.
But I am a big believer that with advice, you take what works for you and don't worry about the rest, so that perspective alone wouldn't make me not give this to my son. (Heck, maybe it would be educational for him to see what women are pressured to be like.) What did? Well. Each little section is a how-to written by a different expert on the topic at hand. And in this case, "expert" really means "person with something to sell related to this topic." The making your bed/bedding section -- by golly, the expert just happens to be CEO of a company that sells bed linens! Exactly like the ones she describes as ideal! The sunscreen section -- well, gee whiz, the expert is a dude who owns a sunscreen company and just so happens to sell exactly what he's describing as the best option. (And there is always a description of who the expert is and what they have to sell that is significantly longer than the actual advice.) There are occasional exceptions, but virtually all the experts have either some books out on the topic or a company that sells related products.
So this isn't actually a book of how-to tips at all. It's a book of ads, a long list of things you have to buy to be the perfect girl. This takes the book well beyond the grossness of the perfect girl framing and into an even nastier zone. Basically, misogyny married late stage capitalism and they had a baby, and that baby is this book. Not for my kid, thanks, and honestly? Not for anyone.
So, first, this is written for femmes. There's a lot on makeup and dressing and grooming, and it is solely and only for people who present as extremely feminine; there's nothing on shaving your face, for example, but there is a section on applying highlighter (that is different than the sections on other kinds of makeup). And I think this is deliberate; the book should be entitled How to Be the Perfect Girl (Because Girls Have to Be Perfect or They're Terrible). In other words, this is a recipe for imposter syndrome. And the perfect girl imagined in this book is, basically, the woman Cosmopolitan Magazine was writing for in 1990: a big-city corporate office job, a lot of work events, a jet-setting life on the go. This feels a little weird and extremely dated in 2022.
But I am a big believer that with advice, you take what works for you and don't worry about the rest, so that perspective alone wouldn't make me not give this to my son. (Heck, maybe it would be educational for him to see what women are pressured to be like.) What did? Well. Each little section is a how-to written by a different expert on the topic at hand. And in this case, "expert" really means "person with something to sell related to this topic." The making your bed/bedding section -- by golly, the expert just happens to be CEO of a company that sells bed linens! Exactly like the ones she describes as ideal! The sunscreen section -- well, gee whiz, the expert is a dude who owns a sunscreen company and just so happens to sell exactly what he's describing as the best option. (And there is always a description of who the expert is and what they have to sell that is significantly longer than the actual advice.) There are occasional exceptions, but virtually all the experts have either some books out on the topic or a company that sells related products.
So this isn't actually a book of how-to tips at all. It's a book of ads, a long list of things you have to buy to be the perfect girl. This takes the book well beyond the grossness of the perfect girl framing and into an even nastier zone. Basically, misogyny married late stage capitalism and they had a baby, and that baby is this book. Not for my kid, thanks, and honestly? Not for anyone.
December 17, 2020
Something here for everyone, but would make a. wonderful gift for a young adult heading out to college or living on their own for the first time.
April 10, 2021
The organization of this book takes it from "random collection of click bait in print" to "actually enjoyable narrative instruction to improving one's life". The book is organized in such a way that by taking the author's littles tips on how to improve your day - starting with waking up and making your bed, getting to work, doing chores, eating healthy (recipes included!), and working on your relationships with yourself and others - you actually end up with a better life, not just a better day. All this to say, this author makes self-help feel doable. She's not asking you to completely overhaul your way of doing things. She's just giving you little tips and tricks to try out throughout your day that can build on one another and give you new skills to tackle life with. I've never actually enjoyed a self-help book this much, nor have I read one from cover to cover before now - read it!
July 12, 2020
If you are youngish and like to read the how-to columns in magazines, this book is for you. I really wanted to like it more, but there weren’t really any revelations.
February 23, 2022
This book states there are 7 glasses of wine in a bottle. I think not.
February 8, 2023
Wie schminke ich mich am besten? Wie arbeite ich im Büro möglichst effizient? Und wie beseitige ich das Chaos zu Hause?
„Einfach gut sortiert - In wenigen Schritten den Alltag meistern und Zeit für sich gewinnen“ ist ein Sachbuch von Erin Zammett Ruddy.
Meine Meinung:
Das Buch besteht aus 14 Kapiteln, die in weitere Abschnitte untergliedert sind. Sie werden eingerahmt durch eine Einleitung und die Danksagung der Autorin. Die Kapitel sind chronologisch nach einem exemplarischen Tagesablauf angeordnet, können allerdings problemlos auch in beliebiger Reihenfolge gelesen werden. Die klare Struktur mit dem Inhaltsverzeichnis macht ein Nachschlagen und Wiederfinden der einzelnen Themen sehr leicht.
Die Sprache ist locker und flott, manchmal jedoch eine Spur zu salopp und sehr betont lässig. Durch den Verzicht auf Fremdwörter und Fachbegriffe ist der Stil jedoch gut verständlich.
In thematischer Hinsicht ist der Ratgeber sehr facettenreich und umfassend. Von Styling über Gesundheit, Haushalt und Job bis zur Freizeitgestaltung ist vieles dabei. Auch auf spezielle Umstände, die nicht so häufig vorliegen, wie Trauerfälle und Probleme mit dem Auto geht die Autorin auf den etwas mehr als 300 Seiten ein. So entsteht ein buntes Sammelsurium an Tipps für mehr oder weniger alltägliche Situationen.
Die einzelnen Abschnitte bauen jeweils auf den Aussagen von Personen auf, die die Autorin zu diesem Thema befragt hat. Sie folgen einem wiederkehrenden Schema: Es gibt eine Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitung, die kurze Vorstellung des jeweiligen „Experten“, die Begründung der Schritte sowie oftmals ein „Bonus“-Absatz mit zusätzlichen Tipps. Grundsätzlich ein sinnvolles und schlüssiges Konzept.
Mit dem Sachbuch hatte ich, grob ausgedrückt, dennoch drei wesentliche Schwierigkeiten:
Erstens: Bei den sogenannten Expertinnen und Experten handelt es sich nur zum Teil um ausgebildete Kenner ihres Faches. Bisweilen werden lediglich Unternehmer, sonstige Geschäftsleute oder andere Persönlichkeiten zitiert, deren Bezug zum Thema diffus bleibt. Beispielsweise erklärt die Gründerin eines Lifestyle-Magazins, wie man Betttücher falten soll. Dadurch entsteht der Eindruck von Schleichwerbung.
Zweitens: Nur ein kleiner Teil der Ratschläge sind für mich von Belang und hilfreich, weil darin tatsächlich Neues zu finden ist. Manche Tipps sind zu oberflächlich, zu banal oder schlichtweg hinlänglich bekannt, wie der Fakt, dass eine gerade geputzte Fläche vor dem Betreten trocknen sollte. Andere Tipps wie zum Beispiel die Hautpflege werden zu pauschal dargestellt. Und sogar kontraproduktive, gefährliche Ratschläge werden erteilt wie der häufige Gebrauch von Nasenspray vermeintlich zum Schutz vor Infektionen, obwohl Studien das Gegenteil beweisen.
Drittens: Das deutsche Marketing ist irreführend. Aufgrund des deutschen Titels, des Covers, der Einleitung und der sonstigen Vermarktung hatte ich mir einen Ratgeber zum Thema Ordnung und Effizienz im Haushalt erwartet. Tatsächlich nimmt dieser Bereich jedoch allenfalls die Hälfte des Buches ein. Der amerikanische Originaltitel („Little Book of Life Skills“) passt daher weitaus besser.
Mein Fazit:
Für sehr junge Erwachsene mit wenig Lebenserfahrung könnte „Einfach gut sortiert - In wenigen Schritten den Alltag meistern und Zeit für sich gewinnen“ von Erin Zammett Ruddy eine hilfreiche Lektüre sein. Wer fundierte und ausführliche Tipps zu Haushaltsführung und ähnlichen Bereichen sucht, wird mit diesem Sachbuch aber nicht glücklich.
„Einfach gut sortiert - In wenigen Schritten den Alltag meistern und Zeit für sich gewinnen“ ist ein Sachbuch von Erin Zammett Ruddy.
Meine Meinung:
Das Buch besteht aus 14 Kapiteln, die in weitere Abschnitte untergliedert sind. Sie werden eingerahmt durch eine Einleitung und die Danksagung der Autorin. Die Kapitel sind chronologisch nach einem exemplarischen Tagesablauf angeordnet, können allerdings problemlos auch in beliebiger Reihenfolge gelesen werden. Die klare Struktur mit dem Inhaltsverzeichnis macht ein Nachschlagen und Wiederfinden der einzelnen Themen sehr leicht.
Die Sprache ist locker und flott, manchmal jedoch eine Spur zu salopp und sehr betont lässig. Durch den Verzicht auf Fremdwörter und Fachbegriffe ist der Stil jedoch gut verständlich.
In thematischer Hinsicht ist der Ratgeber sehr facettenreich und umfassend. Von Styling über Gesundheit, Haushalt und Job bis zur Freizeitgestaltung ist vieles dabei. Auch auf spezielle Umstände, die nicht so häufig vorliegen, wie Trauerfälle und Probleme mit dem Auto geht die Autorin auf den etwas mehr als 300 Seiten ein. So entsteht ein buntes Sammelsurium an Tipps für mehr oder weniger alltägliche Situationen.
Die einzelnen Abschnitte bauen jeweils auf den Aussagen von Personen auf, die die Autorin zu diesem Thema befragt hat. Sie folgen einem wiederkehrenden Schema: Es gibt eine Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitung, die kurze Vorstellung des jeweiligen „Experten“, die Begründung der Schritte sowie oftmals ein „Bonus“-Absatz mit zusätzlichen Tipps. Grundsätzlich ein sinnvolles und schlüssiges Konzept.
Mit dem Sachbuch hatte ich, grob ausgedrückt, dennoch drei wesentliche Schwierigkeiten:
Erstens: Bei den sogenannten Expertinnen und Experten handelt es sich nur zum Teil um ausgebildete Kenner ihres Faches. Bisweilen werden lediglich Unternehmer, sonstige Geschäftsleute oder andere Persönlichkeiten zitiert, deren Bezug zum Thema diffus bleibt. Beispielsweise erklärt die Gründerin eines Lifestyle-Magazins, wie man Betttücher falten soll. Dadurch entsteht der Eindruck von Schleichwerbung.
Zweitens: Nur ein kleiner Teil der Ratschläge sind für mich von Belang und hilfreich, weil darin tatsächlich Neues zu finden ist. Manche Tipps sind zu oberflächlich, zu banal oder schlichtweg hinlänglich bekannt, wie der Fakt, dass eine gerade geputzte Fläche vor dem Betreten trocknen sollte. Andere Tipps wie zum Beispiel die Hautpflege werden zu pauschal dargestellt. Und sogar kontraproduktive, gefährliche Ratschläge werden erteilt wie der häufige Gebrauch von Nasenspray vermeintlich zum Schutz vor Infektionen, obwohl Studien das Gegenteil beweisen.
Drittens: Das deutsche Marketing ist irreführend. Aufgrund des deutschen Titels, des Covers, der Einleitung und der sonstigen Vermarktung hatte ich mir einen Ratgeber zum Thema Ordnung und Effizienz im Haushalt erwartet. Tatsächlich nimmt dieser Bereich jedoch allenfalls die Hälfte des Buches ein. Der amerikanische Originaltitel („Little Book of Life Skills“) passt daher weitaus besser.
Mein Fazit:
Für sehr junge Erwachsene mit wenig Lebenserfahrung könnte „Einfach gut sortiert - In wenigen Schritten den Alltag meistern und Zeit für sich gewinnen“ von Erin Zammett Ruddy eine hilfreiche Lektüre sein. Wer fundierte und ausführliche Tipps zu Haushaltsführung und ähnlichen Bereichen sucht, wird mit diesem Sachbuch aber nicht glücklich.
December 30, 2020
A new year is coming and it’s time to make a change for the better! This book was such a great resource and something I really needed! I loved it!
Makes perfect gift!
Makes perfect gift!
January 26, 2021
There are some informative books that live on a “gifting list” for me. I use it for when young friends or family members graduate college, get married, or strike out on there own in this world. The Little Book of Life Skills has now joined that list! Even at my years old I picked up a few more pointers in making life a little easier.
Thanks, Grand Central Pub for sending this my way!!
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May 27, 2021
This book is good because you can pick and choose which skills need improvement and which you can ignore. I liked the one on how to get up in the morning. Do not hit the snooze alarm because the 7 extra minutes you gain from that is just enough to make you groggier and not enough to give you any meaningful sleep. Drink a full glass of water and then expose yourself to natural light as soon as you can. Sounds simple enough but for people who have a hard time getting out of bed in the morning, this little bit of specialty advice helped. As to how to get away from boring people or an uncomfortable conversation, it's as simple as saying "excuse me. . ." and exiting. Who knew?!
February 21, 2022
A few helpful skills buried in these pages.
April 15, 2022
I thought this would be a sort of silly little book of random tips, but it actually has lots of good advice on a range of useful topics. It explains how to do small things like properly iron a shirt and make a cheese board, but also bigger, more important things like how to manage your time and get through a hard time. Good read!
February 28, 2021
I figured this might be an amusing read to take out for those times you only have five minutes or so to read.
Some of these entries were helpful, such as how to respectfully ask for a raise and how to manage your time in the morning before leaving the house. Unfortunately, a lot of this book felt like padding. Some of the entries I couldn't imagine anyone needing advice for such as how to pump gas (really?) and how to unload a dishwasher (yes I said unload).
Also I'm not sure if this book should have delved into social advice. Social etiquette is extremely subjective, as it completely depends on the kind of person you're conversing with, as well as what kind of relationship you have with them. A lot of the social advice in this book sounded really condescending to the recipient of those actions. Again, it completely depends on the person. You can't learn social cues from a book.
To end on a high note, I loved the mention of the ta-da list. I've literally been doing this for like a decade and I've felt so awkward for doing it. To hear that it's actual professional advice is comforting. It certainly works for me.
On the whole, the book was pretty hit and miss. I feel like it would have been better if it wasn't so padded out.
Some of these entries were helpful, such as how to respectfully ask for a raise and how to manage your time in the morning before leaving the house. Unfortunately, a lot of this book felt like padding. Some of the entries I couldn't imagine anyone needing advice for such as how to pump gas (really?) and how to unload a dishwasher (yes I said unload).
Also I'm not sure if this book should have delved into social advice. Social etiquette is extremely subjective, as it completely depends on the kind of person you're conversing with, as well as what kind of relationship you have with them. A lot of the social advice in this book sounded really condescending to the recipient of those actions. Again, it completely depends on the person. You can't learn social cues from a book.
To end on a high note, I loved the mention of the ta-da list. I've literally been doing this for like a decade and I've felt so awkward for doing it. To hear that it's actual professional advice is comforting. It certainly works for me.
On the whole, the book was pretty hit and miss. I feel like it would have been better if it wasn't so padded out.
September 28, 2020
Full of good basic tips for all areas of life, this book offers a lighthearted set of skills every adult should know. I really liked the structure with a quote, a list of action steps, a blurb about the qualifications of the consulted expert, and a long form explanation of the action steps. I bumped up against some of the phrasing choices, but that might just be personal preference. This is a nice book to give a graduate or young adult, or to anyone who is going through a "get my $%#@ together" phase.
Netgalley provided me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Netgalley provided me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
July 1, 2022
I mean, I learned why I shouldn’t shake my nail polish bottle but this book literally cites Dr. Oz as one of their experts. I—-
November 21, 2020
⭐⭐⭐.25
The Little Book of Life Skills is a guide to all the little things to get you by in day-to-day life, from work tips to house organization to setting routines. It includes explanations from experts in the field plus strategies to implement these tips.
Every now and then I really enjoy books like The Little Book of Life Skills. They offer nice tidbits to help you in your everyday life, organization and planning. And if not that, they work well for short-term motivation to tackle any current projects or tasks you have ahead.
I’ve read a few books like these, and what stood out for me with this book was its concept. The author aimed to cut out the endless browsing of articles online and compile all of that in one book. Additionally, she brings in experts to actually explain why these tips work and how to implement them.
I found there was a range of topics that don’t usually get covered in books like these in The Little Book of Life Skills, such as caring for your outdoor property. But for the most part, this book is best suited for those in their early twenties for what it covers. Topics like how to get a raise, compose an email, and organize your closet are things that you may already know with experience, or if you’ve already read lots of how-to articles online or books on the subject. Regardless, you may find some revelations or how to improve on what you’re doing, which I experienced many times while reading this book.
Overall, The Little Book of Life Skills is an interesting little guide of how-tos for those just starting out. I liked the action steps in this one and how the tips were broken down and explained by the experts, rather than just thrown out there for the reader to figure out how to implement.Every now and then I really enjoy books like The Little Book of Life Skills. They offer nice tidbits to help you in your everyday life, organization and planning. And if not that, they work well for short-term motivation to tackle any current projects or tasks you have ahead.
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August 17, 2020
Originally published on my blog: Nonstop Reader.
The Little Book of Life Skills is a nifty handbook and guide for learning how to perform various necessary tasks; "life hacks" if you will. Due out 15th Sept 2020 from Hatchette on their Grand Central Publishing imprint, it's 272 pages and will be available in hardcover, audio, and ebook formats. It's worth noting that the ebook format has a handy interactive table of contents as well as interactive links. I've really become enamored of ebooks with interactive formats lately.
This is a fun and very eclectic collection which includes gems from how to fold sheets to asking for a raise, getting out the door efficiently (and without forgetting anything in the morning, blending the perfect smoothie, jump starting a car and much much more. The tips and tricks are arranged very roughly thematically: wake up and get ready for the day, get from point A to point B, work smarter, have a productive workday, get organized at home, make chores easier, clean anything, be handy, dinnertime tasks, hosting (and guesting), self-care, self confidence (up your personal game), up your interpersonal game, and finish the day strong. There are numerous contributors and the tutorials/suggestions are roughly 2 pages each. There's a contributor bio, lots of links for further reading, and the book seems mostly oriented toward younger fully adult readers, especially those starting out on their own for the first time.
Four stars. Lots of good takeaways here.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
The Little Book of Life Skills is a nifty handbook and guide for learning how to perform various necessary tasks; "life hacks" if you will. Due out 15th Sept 2020 from Hatchette on their Grand Central Publishing imprint, it's 272 pages and will be available in hardcover, audio, and ebook formats. It's worth noting that the ebook format has a handy interactive table of contents as well as interactive links. I've really become enamored of ebooks with interactive formats lately.
This is a fun and very eclectic collection which includes gems from how to fold sheets to asking for a raise, getting out the door efficiently (and without forgetting anything in the morning, blending the perfect smoothie, jump starting a car and much much more. The tips and tricks are arranged very roughly thematically: wake up and get ready for the day, get from point A to point B, work smarter, have a productive workday, get organized at home, make chores easier, clean anything, be handy, dinnertime tasks, hosting (and guesting), self-care, self confidence (up your personal game), up your interpersonal game, and finish the day strong. There are numerous contributors and the tutorials/suggestions are roughly 2 pages each. There's a contributor bio, lots of links for further reading, and the book seems mostly oriented toward younger fully adult readers, especially those starting out on their own for the first time.
Four stars. Lots of good takeaways here.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
June 14, 2021
Not giving five stars only because there was some cursing, which I didn't think was necessary. Otherwise such a helpful little book! I am recently married and still learning how to take care of a house and other adult responsibilities, so there was a lot of super beneficial information that I took from it! I loved how the author included step-by-step instructions and then explained the reasoning behind each tip. Everything was sectioned out so that you can pick it up and just read one or two tips at a time if you don't want to commit to a whole chapter/number of pages. If you're recently on your own, married, or even if you've been an adult for a long time but still struggling to keep control of your habits, whether work, home, or social, this book is perfect for you! Just keep in mind the occasional swearing but otherwise, definitely a godsend! It helped me so much with my procrastination, organization, and just knowing work and social etiquette as well!
November 21, 2020
I really enjoyed this little book of life skills, and I considered buying a copy. The advice is broken down into bite-sized pieces that you can actually remember when the advice is needed, and there’s not a lot of fluff backstory. This is also the first book I’ve read that addresses the pandemic and gives advice on how to live within it, which was a nice surprise. Ruddy has made a nice contribution to the life hack genre.
March 28, 2021
3.5 ⭐️ if I wrote a book, this would be it. A very fun and informative change to a style of book. I would recommend.
December 17, 2024
Take what you find useful, leave the rest.
January 12, 2021
I enjoyed this book. It's full of great tips. The format was a little tedious on audiobook, so I would recommend the hardcover.
October 9, 2021
Un libro muy poco útil. Más que habilidades para la vida, es un libro resumen de opiniones de supuestos expertos en cómo hacer las cosas como gente súper "normal". Esperaba algo más.
March 11, 2023
This was a great little book! I’ve read it over the past couple of months by reading a little before bed. It has sections on cooking, cleaning, hosting, personal health, organization/productivity, sleep/meditation, communication, and more.
I really appreciate the author’s brevity. She has gathered tips from tons of professionals and will have a little blurb (usually in bullet point format) regarding the topic, a quick bio of who recommended it, and an explanation of the points plus a handy trick. Here’s a free one... “supposably” is not a word so please stop using it.
I really appreciate the author’s brevity. She has gathered tips from tons of professionals and will have a little blurb (usually in bullet point format) regarding the topic, a quick bio of who recommended it, and an explanation of the points plus a handy trick. Here’s a free one... “supposably” is not a word so please stop using it.
September 23, 2025
read as a 45 yr old - more for a teenager
February 17, 2021
I liked the idea behind this-- cut out the extra and just get down to simplified lists and facts. I did end up skipping around a bit (the author said it was fine in the into so I'm not in trouble) to the 'How To' sections that I was interested in or fit me. Overall, I got some good tips, but some were a little basic.
February 11, 2023
If you’ve been on any social media platform or watched “life hack” videos you already know everything in this book. Half of it you’d be better off watching videos to understand what is being described. As of the book itself - the order or grouping of the topics is so bizarre - made it hard to read and follow any kind of helpful flow.
February 11, 2023
One star for how to grow a houseplant. Advice I may or may not take but a good idea of what I’d be getting into. One star for how to help someone grieving. As a griever right now, I thought it solid. Negative stars for the multitudes of makeup and grooming and thank you note tips. There is much non essential stuff here.
December 6, 2020
This was cute! Many of the things I knew but some I didn't, and made a note to refer to later. For example: how to keep from waking up at 3am, and how to pick wine.
This would be a good gift for a college graduate!
This would be a good gift for a college graduate!
January 28, 2021
This is great little book. It would make a great gift for young adults just starting out. My daughter read it (I got it from the library) and she told me she wants a copy. I even learned a few things!
May 12, 2021
silly, pointless and ridiculous. I am not the target demographic for this. I already know how to get out of bed and a handful of things this person describes how to do.
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