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"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Long walks as often as you can. Preferably in nature.

bUrNtKoOlAiD , Zeynep Sümer Report

Final score:

301points

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trollingergirl 1 year ago

Even better: walks with a friend. Healthy exercise, sun or at least fresh air and good conversations.

31points

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) I received a microwave splatter cover as a Christmas present. I heard it was bought at a dollar store. It's my most valued, most often used gift of the past many years.

Seeking_Balance101 , NordicWare Report

Final score:

274points

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Geoffrey Scott 1 year ago

And I no longer am yelled at for reheating uncovered food

49points

turfinite , Alicia Christin Gerald Report

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Blackout curtains for your bedroom window

Final score:

264points

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RedCorvette 1 year ago

God yes, especially during the summer when the sun in still blazing at 9pm and you’re trying to get to sleep.

61points

Sad_Transition3885 , Fernando Brasil Report

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Sobriety

Final score:

260points

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CPooh 1 year ago

This should be much higher.

46points

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Getting a good, long sleep.

1714alpha , Craig Adderley Report

Final score:

248points

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PandaRave 1 year ago

Are we really doing this? This is just gonna be free stuff that’s mildly challenging to do?

33points

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) We never had fresh flowers in the house growing up, but now that I’m almost 30 and married, I love getting the little $5 flower bunches at Kroger every week! I know $5 adds up over the year, but it makes me so happy seeing pretty little blooms on our dining room table. Sometimes little joys are worth the expense :)

jlladd16 , Christopher Martyn Report

Final score:

207points

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Mia Black 1 year ago

There are growing small purple flowers near our trashbins. I like to snap a few of them and put them in a tiny earthy vase. It is a colourful dot on our table and for free

60points

jdtimid123 1 year ago

I thought I had a nice purple flowering vine springing up in my backyard, which I had seen along other people's fences in the neighborhood. Looked it up to find that it was a poisonous nightshade 🤦‍♀️ had to pull it so the dogs didn't end up trying to eat the berries that started growing.

5points

detective miller's hat 1 year ago

I wish I could have flowers at home, but one of my cats like to chew on them.

6points

LH25 1 year ago

Me too. And one will knock them over so she can play in the water that spills out. I swear she is part racoon.

4points

Tracy Wallick 1 year ago (edited)

“If thou of fortune be bereft, and in thy store there be but left, two loaves, sell one, and with the dole, buy hyacinths to feed thy soul.” ― John Greenleaf Whittier

6points

Isaac Nemo 1 year ago

OP, you do not need to justify your $5/week expense for flowers to anyone whose name is not on your checking account. Follow your happiness :)

4points

Molly Whuppie 1 year ago

I love flowers! There are plants that flower all year (or almost all year depending on the plant), and you can grow them in pots. Just bring them indoors and swap them around for variety. That said its nice to get fresh flowers too, especially as a treat.

3points

SkyBlueandBlack 1 year ago

Yep. There are lots of plants that do great indoors, with partial or filtered light. For anyone who has a history of killing houseplants, two things to keep in mind: don't overwater -- let the soil get dryish in between waterings (pick up the pot; if it's surprisingly heavy, the soil still has water in there) -- and be aware of air flow. If the heater blows right at the plant, you're basically baking it and you need to either move the plant or re-direct the vent. And same goes for windowsills, if the sun is beating right through the window, it can get HOT. Like, locked in a car in the summer hot.

0points

Mary Mosher 1 year ago

I understand the sentiment, flowers are a bright spot in a home. If you're concerned on the expense adding up over the year, perhaps purchase a couple potted flowers that will last for many months.

2points

JaMacus 1 year ago

Kroger?

2points

Fantastic Mr Fox 1 year ago

No importance. Just a big supermarket chain. So as part of her shopping for groceries she buys some flowers that make her happy :)

2points

Anasha Lentz 1 year ago

Alstrameria last weeks !!! I get them from the Grocery store nearby for $7 a bunch!

1point

Susan Bosse 1 year ago

We didn't have fresh flowers either but I do buy them for myself often. They're just a little splash of beauty when I walk in the house.

1point

EJGeewhiz 1 year ago

My mom felt the same way. She said flowers were better than a therapist.

1point

Jake Bertz 2 months ago

$5 a week, 52 weeks a year, $260 a year. Not much you can do with an extra $260 a year, and if it brings you joy, $5 a week is a pretty small expense.

0points

Jane Alexander 1 year ago

Buy plants in bloom, some of um will give re-runs next year, if you have room to keep the pots.

0points

Betty Morgan 1 year ago

I call my weekly flower my floral antidepressant

0points

Karen Philpott 1 year ago

Some flowering house plants and some other flowering plants for your garden will lift you up too.

0points

Arafat Aboubakari 1 year ago

For about $250/yr!? Grow your own flowers, it's cheaper.

0points

BravePanda 1 year ago

Before I had a family, I would buy flowers anytime I cleaned my house well. It was so nice coming home to a clean and happy place.

0points

Cardboard Dino 1 year ago

If you have pets be very careful with what plants you choose to bring home

0points

Tomaž Kolarič 1 year ago

260 dollars a year. might be a great deal for the amout of joy it brings in the house.

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Megan Lauhon 1 year ago

I also fell in love with cut flowers as an adult. I used to find cheap bouquets at a grocery store to. However now that the area is exploding they're 3x the cost. I tried growing my own this year but the dog had different plans 😒.

0points

Xander Veldman 1 year ago

Just fkn buy a permanent plant bruuh

0points

Sara Wilson 1 year ago

That it is!

0points

Lotekguy 1 year ago

To save on this treat for yourself, look for a bunch of statice at the grocery. They come in different colors; purple is the most frequent one in stock locally. No scent. The petals feel like paper. But the colors are rich and they can last for months with little attention. A real bargain.

0points

jon gilbertson 1 year ago

did anyone else read this and hear Bob Ross's voice in their head?

0points

Ginny Crouse 1 year ago

We always have grocery store fresh flowers on our dining room table. Makes me smile many times every day.

0points

Justacrow 1 year ago

That adds up to $260 a year if done every single week. That's cheaper than most habits people use to keep happy. Not much at all really.

0points

Doodles1983 1 year ago

I advise plants as opposed to flowers. They last and last. I never had any at home, then covid hit. In my new house I want a green wall! Or phaelenopsis orchids. Last for weeks and reflower if looked after properly. :) either way. Not a waste!

0points

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) $1 bamboo back scratcher (is this an age thing, I never needed one when I was young?)

dogsRgr8too , aliexpress Report

Final score:

195points

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trollingergirl 1 year ago

Simple but pure wellness.

37points

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"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Drinking water lol no sodas or carbonated beverages. My teeth, gut and overall health are a bit grateful.

Final score:

187points

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Molly Whuppie 1 year ago

I drink water 90% of the time, but sometimes I want some fizz. So I get some plain mineral water and add fruit to it. Strawberries etc are pretty good for flavouring. Sweetens it naturally and you get a serving of fruit too.

36points

#10

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) A hot shower.
And the little metal hair catcher I put in the drain so it doesn’t clog.

KemptHeveled , Hannah Xu Report

Final score:

169points

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Lyone Fein 1 year ago

A hot shower is such a huge luxury that many people in the world do not have. Yet those of us who do, take it for granted.

82points

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#11

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Condoms

Final score:

160points

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Sue Wade-Walters 1 year ago

Far cheaper than the possible resulting pregnancy and child!

86points

#12

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Walking my daughter to school.

We literally live across the street and I would drive her. The amount of time it would take for us to get from our apartment to the van, get buckled, and down to the exit of the parking garage, around the block and wait at the light, I could already be across the street.

Now we walk to and from, round trip is 20 mins, twice per day, so roughly 40 mins of low-impact cardio per day five days per week.

We have more energy and diminished pain (she has scoliosis and some fused vertebrae and I have fibromyalgia). Bonus: my pants are now too big.

hanimal16 , Clarisse Meyer Report

Final score:

160points

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Mia Black 1 year ago

I wonder how they got to the idea of driving when it's so close but I am glad and happy for them they finally figured, this is an easy walk (and maybe wonderful bonding time)

39points

#13

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Growing my own vegetables. Getting out in fresh air and working in it. Frees my mind and helps me relax. Plus is fresh vegetables.

darkwitch1306 , Markus Spiske Report

Final score:

159points

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Glengoolie Blue 1 year ago

Home grown vegetables taste infinitely better than the junk you buy at the store.

41points

#14

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Not always cheap (vary in price) but houseplants.

crazycatlady331 , Prudence Earl Report

Final score:

156points

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E Schmitt 1 year ago

Or cuttings from friends if you want to go free.

73points

#15

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Homemade bread!

MsRachelGroupie , Mathilda Khoo Report

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152points

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Clay S. 1 year ago

The issue here is it will all be eaten within 48 hours

64points

#16

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Binder clips. Handy for closing chip bags. Handy for anchoring picnic tablecloths to the table. Handy for posting things prominently so you remember to do them.

I keep some in multiple rooms of my house and in my vehicles.

excoriator , Content Pixie Report

Final score:

134points

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Kel_how 1 year ago

I use clothespins. I can get a 100 pack from the dollar store and they last forever.

56points

#17

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) I'm going to go with... Buying duplicates to cut down on the barrier to chores.

For example, cleaning the toilet. I could buy just one bottle of toilet bowl cleaner and carry it to each bathroom when I'm cleaning. But instead, I buy one for each bathroom and leave one by each toilet. This doesn't cost more than buying just one in the long run, since the cleaner is consumed at about through the same rate (although it's a little faster because I'm actually using it), but it means that it's that much easier to clean a toilet when I need to do it. And because it's easier to clean the toilet, they stay cleaner, which means it takes barely a few minutes to clean a toilet and I don't have to deal with the extra nasty level of grime that's hard to clean.

Another example would be having broom for each floor of the house. I'm more likely to sweep if I don't have to bring a broom from upstairs or something. Or buying extra rolls of trash bags and leaving the rolls near each trash can.

aja_c , Kelly Sikkema Report

Final score:

134points

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Mirabelle Skyrim 1 year ago

My mind boggles at the idea of being able to afford to live in a place that has more than one floor and more than one toilet/bathroom.

101points

#18

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Yoga With Adriene on YouTube. I love her relaxed vibe and variety of offerings. So much better than having to go somewhere and pay for a class, and I always feel so good afterwards.

hillycake , Alexandra Tran Report

Final score:

123points

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Fembot 1 year ago

The pic is not Adriene but she is the best. Also Benji ;)

28points

#19

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) A hot cup of tea with a little honey.

A day spent hiking or biking.

Free YouTube yoga classes.

Exercise in general - no expensive gym needed. Work out at home or outside.

An afternoon on the sofa with a good book and a blanket.

sauvignonyum , Jessica Delp Report

Final score:

117points

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jdtimid123 1 year ago

Walks outside are easy, but I've tried multiple times in the past to be an "exercise at home" kind of person, and I just don't have the discipline to keep with it if I don't have a group workout to go to. But a lot of towns do have groups that meet in the park in summer time and stuff.

19points

#20

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Buying treats for my pet, and showing him love through them. Quite rewarding

Nevertrumper2019 , McDobbie Hu Report

Final score:

111points

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Cosmologist wannabe 1 year ago

This is good for pet and owner. It gives trust to pet and owner, plus it is very helpful in training dogs.

14points

#21

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) A second vote for some dollar store bins.

Having ADHD causes me to forget to do morning routine things constantly. So I finally put everything in a basket - hair brush, hair ties, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, tongue scraper, ear cleaner. Basket comes out and everything is right there.

Also a pill organizer. I got two huge unopened ones from the thrift store and since I take several daily meds to keep me alive, it's kind of important to remember to take them. So on Sundays I refill and I have two so I only have to do it twice a month. It sits out on my counter as a reminder.

Chester730 , Ron Lach Report

Final score:

108points

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freakingbee (they/them) 1 year ago

i need to do this why did i not think of it

21points

#22

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Dental floss

burnz1 , Sora Shimazaki Report

Final score:

107points

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Sapna Sarfare 1 year ago

Was planning to buy the one in the photo... might as well do

13points

#23

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Taking walks or hiking in the woods. So rejuvenating!

Or simply birdwatching and listening to birds in the backyard.

GeekyGrannyTexas , Bonnie Kittle Report

Final score:

101points

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yeeyee 1 year ago

I have one in my backyard that I copy their chirp but haven’t seen them one time yet….

5points

#24

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) A microwavable heat pack. Helps me feel relaxed and ease aches and pains

wiredandtired1980 , TESNN Report

Final score:

93points

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Geoffrey Scott 1 year ago

Or a sewn bag full of rice

30points

#25

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) A walk beside the ocean. A cup of tea and a blanket and a book.

the_wet_coast , Tamara Bellis Report

Final score:

90points

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Martin Burley 1 year ago

Not so super-cheap if you don't live on the coast

73points

#26

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) All of these suggestions are so good. Scrolling through I had that "these are my people" feeling. I love this sub

Lemon or cucumber water!
A crystal suncatcher prism in a sunny window (rainbows everywhere!)
A clean, organized home
Exercise in nature (hikes, yoga, wild swimming, etc)
Line dried bedding (the freshness makes me so happy)
Deep breathing
Tea and a book
Fresh flowers (bought or foraged)
Gardening
Volunteering

MixMaxMirror , Leonie Clough Report

Final score:

89points

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LK 1 year ago

I love freshly laundered sheets, dried in the sun. Slipping into bed is sheer perfection.

26points

Fletcher_Munson , Philippe Jausions Report

#27

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) SLIPPERS

Final score:

88points

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Judy Reynolds 1 year ago

Ones with soft soles, so I can sit cross legged!!

22points

#28

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Really good food, not expensive either. Today I'm cooking mahi mahi over cheesy grits with asparagus . Less than $4 a serving. Everything was bought on sale. Last week was Mongolian pork with ramen noodles. Pork loin on sale for $1.48 a pound, ramen $.39 per packet.

lilithONE , Kevin McCutcheon Report

Final score:

77points

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Lyone Fein 1 year ago

Home cooking is the best

32points

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#29

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Water bottle

Final score:

68points

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Chexmy Licks 1 year ago

here in japan water bottles cost around 1-5k or smth depending on what kinds ur going to buy. but stainless that keeps everything in the bottle hot or cold last longer

14points

The_Sanity_Diaries , RODNAE Productions Report

#30

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Cheap organizational containers- I tend to misplace things a lot, so having my items (office supplies, makeup, food, etc) allocated to different boxes saves me so much time and frustration. Also, it allows me to save space by vertically organizing my desk/cabinets via stacking boxes.

Used/resold books - I’ve gotten some classics for $2-3 at Half Price Books and at other great sales to add to my mini library and preoccupy me. Taking advantage of the library for free books/movies is also a great idea, and the library (or mine, at least) used to have a program where they were selling older books for $0.25-0.50.

Humidifier/diffuser/air purifier - The diffuser I got was from Five Below and had a low capacity, so it could only humidify a very small space, but all you do is put essential oils into the small sponge provided and it makes the room smell amazing. My tiny, drab dorm smelled like roses and was beautified by the changing rainbow light built in, which made my time in there less miserable lol. If you live in a cold, dry midwestern state like me, then a humidifier is a great investment and you can find a pretty good one under $20 on Amazon.

Final score:

62points

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LazyKitten 1 year ago

Used books at book sales are so amazing- Flyleaf Books also has an amazing used book section.

12points

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#31

Earplugs - they help with sleep, relaxation, focus. It might take a few tries to find a pair that is comfy for you.

Final score:

26points

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Kel_how 1 year ago

I bought my sister Loop Experience earplugs because she has sensory issues related to autoimmune disorders. They dampen the sound but don't completely block it; they've seemed to help. I know Loop has other levels of sound blocking, too.

11points

#32

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Puzzles. I exchange with neighbors and friends so don't buy many. Everyone in my house gravitates to the puzzle - we put on music, we drink tea or a glass of wine, we chat. It's a zen thing.

hobbitlover , Markus Spiske Report

Final score:

25points

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Majungasaurus 1 year ago

Aww :) my parents do this together, and when they’re done they glue and frame it. Pretty cute.

4points

#33

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Squeegee. Squeegee your shower walls after you shower. Cuts down on mildew significantly.

BurlyNumNum , Karolina Grabowska Report

Final score:

25points

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Mia Black 1 year ago

I grew up without a shower (bath tub only) and nobody ever told me this until my 30ies... landlord was angry because I should know this but if nobody tell you, your don't think about it

12points

#34

Going to Goodwill, putting on headphones and browsing for treasures for an hour. I always spend less than $40 bucks but get a dopamine hit like a major shopping spree!!!

canadianmom83 Report

Final score:

25points

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trollingergirl 1 year ago

That sounds like fun. In Germany, you might want to try Diakonieläden.

9points

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#35

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) A $20 bidet.

TheBoringInvestor96 , Max Rahubovskiy Report

Final score:

20points

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#36

Rainx windshield wash fluid. The difference driving in rain is night and day. For only a few dollars.

MMinjin Report

Final score:

20points

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Kristin Corlett 1 year ago

This changed my life. No more panic attacks because it was raining and I was driving.

3points

#37

Using the 3D printer at the library. All it costs is the cost of the materials (usually less than $5 per piece).

I make shelves, [lithographs](https://all3dp.com/2/how-to-3d-print-your-own-lithophane/) from photos, hooks and mounts and all sorts of gadgets, gears… I even fixed a pair of our fav scissors when they broke!

purple_hamster66 Report

Final score:

20points

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Luis Pineiro 1 year ago

Did not know…

2points

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#38

The drive home alone after work- where I can decompress and leave the stress before walking in the door

Final score:

19points

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Glengoolie Blue 1 year ago

Oh, God. The daily commute is the worst thing about working.

6points

#39

Fans. When the house is hot and the outside is cool, a window fan can vent the heat of the house out fast. In winter the fan and move warm afternoon air in.

savehoward Report

Final score:

19points

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Geoffrey Scott 1 year ago

We got a window unit from someone for $50...use it a couple hours late in the day to knock the heat out. My kids live in NC (USA) have the thermostat at 72..freezing!

0points

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#40

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Generic brand Mr Clean Magic Erasers. Scuff marks on walls, gone. Hard water deposits on glasses, gone. Cleans every surface in my kitchen, gets label residue off stuff, brings outdoor resin chairs back to looking like new. I’m in love with these cleaning miracles.

lninoh , Joe Lingeman Report

Final score:

18points

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Neuropotathy 1 year ago

Is it equal to a melamine sponge?

8points

#41

"What Is Something That Is Super Cheap, But Vastly Improves Your Quality Of Life?" (30 Answers) Tongue scraper and a fresh razor blade are some of my top “why didn’t I get this sooner?” Items

aariel3145 , Antoni Shkraba Report

Final score:

18points

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Toffee's girl 1 year ago

Just be sure not to mix these 2 up!

29points

#42

Grocery delivery. We pay a monthly fee which is about five. I can order groceries on the bus on my way to work. The app remembers my preferences which makes subsequent orders easier.

With a bunch of kids as a single parent, it's worth every penny.

Skipping_Shadow Report

Final score:

18points

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dollh h 1 year ago

Absolutely a life saver for me as I'm not able to lift and carry due to injuries.

3points

#43

Magnesium

Nandodamian Report

Final score:

17points

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Huddo's sister 1 year ago

Not that cheap, but I agree. I now take my daily tablet in the morning and a dissolvable dose if needed at night. Makes my restless leg syndrome much more manageable.

13points

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#44

A whiteboard. It's hung right inside my front door and great for making to-do lists and leaving notes for my housemate when we're working opposite shifts.

NoScrubrushes Report

Final score:

17points

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Majungasaurus 1 year ago (edited)

I use my fridge as a whiteboard :) that’s where my grocery list is, and I have a dry-erase pen glued to a magnet. Most modern fridges can be written on with dry-erase marker! (Edit: in case someone messes up and gets mad at me - rubbing alcohol will remove any unwanted marker 😊)

2points

#45

Dude’s legitimately asking for product recommendations and everybody here is like “A nice weekend spent with friends at home costs you nothing,” or “Not doing crack cocaine is free and can save tons of money by not having to go to expensive rehab.”

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15points

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JaMacus 1 year ago

'Dude’s legitimately asking for product recommendations and everybody here is like' Would someone translate that into English?

0points

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#46

Lip balm/ Chapstick, homemade sugar or salt scrub, nice lotion, a protein pack hair mask, a moisturizing bubble sheet mask. Less than $5 each. Put on some spa music and relax the hours away and look happy and healthy afterwards.

Final score:

15points

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Majungasaurus 1 year ago (edited)

Homemade sugar scrub on the cheap cheap - swipe a sugar packet or two from a coffee shop/restaurant/gas station/work, then mix with your usual facial cleanser. OR cleanse your face first then mix with an oil of your preference - I like grape seed because it’s cheap and I can cook with it. Bonus points - use turbinado or fine sugar, as sugar grains are kind of large and can cause micro tears in your skin.

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#47

Clear door hanging shoe organizer. I use it for storage & organization. I have ADHD so object permanence is important to remember I even have something. I have a lot of random small items that I lose easily or get mixed up with a bunch of other items. It helps keep my space clean, easy to put stuff away (just a simple drop), and relieves the constant stress of losing something. Bonus points for adding labels to help me keep it really organized and not mixed up.

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Final score:

15points

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Norma 1 year ago

oooo love this!!

2points

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#48

I’ve bought a few plastic jugs with screw tops (1L-2L), I make tea in my French press then keep it chilled in the fridge in the jugs. Homemade iced tea for the cost of a few bags per jug. I’ve been drinking soooooo much iced tea, all sorts of different teas.

Signal-Lie-6785 Report

Final score:

15points

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Tanya Venter 1 year ago

See if you can get Rooibos tea. It is from South-Africa

3points

#49

The scrubber with a handle you can fill with soap & replace the brush pad is easily one of the most useful things I own, it's about $2 or $3.

fluffyturd101 Report

Final score:

15points

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Majungasaurus 1 year ago

I leave one of these in my shower :) once a week, while I’m waiting 1-2 mins for my hair conditioner to sink in, I use it to give the walls and shelves a quick scrub. Keeps my shower super clean (I also scrub the bath tub before every bath so the whole setup is always clean even if the rest of my bathroom isn’t)

2points

#50

There are these little rubber things that go around a dog’s leash that can then hold your full dog poop bag, allowing you to pick up the poop without having to carry the bag the whole time. I highly recommend them for dog owners.

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jdtimid123 1 year ago

I have a hip purse (attaches at the waist and the thigh to stay in your hip) for walking the dogs. One of the front pockets is designated for full bags so I don't have to carry them around in my hand. Also, I used a training leash (which has two loops) to make a diy version of those belt leashes for my 3 bigger dogs. Gotta stop to untangle periodically, but much nicer than holding the leashes in my hands. (Looping the clip through the second loop keeps the leash from completely cinching around your waist.

1point

Woman Refuses To Chip In For Babysitting Because She Doesn’t Even Have Kids, Asks If She’s A Jerk

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#51

Podcasts to listen to while walking. Opens a whole new world of knowledge and learning.

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15points

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Majungasaurus 1 year ago

Morbid, Stuff You Shoukd Know, Stuff They Don’t Want You To Know, Behind the Bastards, and Under The Influence with Terry O’Riley are a few of my faves. What podcasts do you guys like?

3points

#52

De-icer spray. I had never heard of this until a couple years ago. I spent the first 22 years of my life as a driving person scraping ice off by hand or burning up all my gas waiting for the window to defrost. One day we were going somewhere and my husband pulled out this magic spray elixir that melted the ice instantly. I was completely blown away. About $6. We only need it a couple times per year, but man is it worth it.

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15points

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Kel_how 1 year ago

Can you make your own?? Or is it truly magic?

2points

#53

If we can count free apps:

A meditation app. Meditation has so many benefits.

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14points

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Philenzortia 1 year ago

I always recommend for this Insight Timer, there are free classes and thousands of meditations. It saved my sanity during lock down. I love it 💜

1point

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#54

Dawn Powerwash. I can't believe how much easier it makes handwashing dishes than any other dishwashing liquid.

Final score:

13points

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JaMacus 1 year ago

And this post was sponsored by ......

9points

"I Didn't Start The Dryer": Karen Gets Taught A Lesson After Throwing Out Neighbor's Wet Clothes

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#55

Pop socket. Such a simple invention. But I couldn’t use my phone comfortably with out it.

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Luis Pineiro 1 year ago

https://www.popsockets.com/dw/image/v2/BFSM_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-popsockets-master-catalog/default/dw53c429cb/images/hi-res/Enamel_Fly-Me-To-The-Moon_02_Grip-Expanded.png?sw=800&sh=800

3points

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#56

A small spray bottle filled with homemade lavender pillow spray (distilled water + essential oil). Spritz on your pillow before you get in bed for the night. And a small notebook to document your favorite moments of the day, what you're thankful for, and to set an intention for tomorrow.

An earthenware mug that feels nice to hold

Also if you're in a snowy place and short, an extendable brush/ice scraper for the car. Although I think mine was $12.

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13points

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Ariel Andersen 1 year ago

Your essential oils just sit on top, they don't emulsify.

5points

#57

Little sticky hooks to hold my phone on the wall while I wash dishes so I can Watch Netflix or listen to a podcast

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12points

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Lyone Fein 1 year ago

Using wall space for storage is very useful.

5points

#58

Training your cat to use the toilet. I have not bought litter in over a decade. The only upfront cost was a city kitty training kit.

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11points

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Martin Burley 1 year ago

I bet training them to lift and lower the lid was the hardest part ;-)

11points

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#59

Those little brillo pads with soap from dollar tree are golden. Nothing more irritating than a pan soaking for 3 days clogging up real estate in my kitchen. Just scrub whatever the fam burned in it off and toss in the cupboard.

I have a hallway style kitchen & I find I avoid cooking if it's dirty or cluttered.

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11points

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Bent Screw (she/her) 1 year ago

Coarse salt works too, especially on cast iron pans.

4points

#60

Salt

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Lyone Fein 1 year ago

Context?

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Pineapple 1 year ago

https://ziasabers.com/product/fury-custom-lightsaber-10-sound-fonts/ its not like 5-20 bucks cheap but its great for the price and i can near guarentee it will make your life better

11points

Pineapple 1 year ago

bruh why do i get downvoted

7points

Rick 1 year ago

Zip ties, duct tape, fishing line, hot glue and wire coat hangers. Combinations of these items can temporarily fix about anything.

11points

JaMacus 1 year ago

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JB 1 year ago

Radio. No subscription fees, no buying songs, no playlists, just random free music and pleasurable surprises.

10points

Jared Robinson 1 year ago

I'd like to add one. Stopping smoking or Vaping. It's hard to do, it wasn't fun, but OH MY GOD was it worth it.

6points

Beruthiel45 1 year ago

Welcome to the club. I stopped 9 years ago after 55 years smoking 25 a day. It also allowed me to indulge my hobbies instead of burning money. 😊👍

1point

majandess 1 year ago

Hugs. I know there are people who aren't huggers, but I totally am. I love getting a hug from my kid. After my husband died, I was randomly hugged by two strangers in Costco (they asked), and I appreciated being seen so much. I love hugs from animals, too. Just being warm and fuzzy.

4points

Bunzilla 1 year ago

Something that didn't cost much but improved my quality of life; empty gel capsules and a pill splitter. It's healthier for me to do a half a pill, but the pills themselves were uncoated, and LOVE to stick in your throat, 5x worse when split. So by putting the halves in a capsule, it allows me to swallow them easily without choking. Plus, the taste is unpleasant, so this helps with that as well.

3points

Patricia Steward 1 year ago

Hygge!

3points

JaMacus 1 year ago (edited)

Do you think an exclamation mark is appropriate for hygge?

1point

Mimi M 1 year ago

Audiobooks from the library! Also Librivox.org (classic books read aloud)!

1point

Ophelia Payne 1 year ago

Petting my neighbors dog.

1point

Boring Panda 1 year ago

People living in places with actual libraries and near accessible nature are so lucky! I've lived in a place like that and enjoyed myself immensely, but have since come back to my big city in Southeast Asia where none of those are doable lol

1point

vogonpoet 1 year ago

Buying and repairing an espresso machine has saved me a lot of money. Cost for machine and fixing the part that was broken $60. The owners just went out and bought a new one for $2000. I bought the part, cleaned up the machine, and now only spend $10 a week on coffee beans. Also trading smoking for vaping. Don't care if I look like a nonce, the health benefits are waaaaaaay better, helped me give up smoking, and now I'm no longer spending over $120 for four packs a week.

1point

Beruthiel45 1 year ago

Well done. More toxins in cigarette smoke than the other stuff plus you're saving those around you not just yourself.

0points

Michael Largey 1 year ago

Brevity.

1point

sweetrottenpeaches 1 year ago

A) So you simply can not bake..B) That is the reason. NOW I understand your stupid statement.

0points

sweetrottenpeaches 1 year ago

A) the fact you can not bake is the answer itself

0points

KimB 1 year ago

Sunlight! Seriously most adults over 40 are vitamin D deficient and you get it by being outside in the sun. Just be sure to put your sunscreen on first :)

0points

wowbagger 1 year ago

Meditation videos on Youtube. I listen to one every night. Strongly recommend The Honest Guys.

0points

cerinamroth 1 year ago

For me, the free version of the Cozi app for helping organise our family. Colour-coded entries for each person's calendar, shared shopping lists and to-do lists. There are other apps available of course but this is the one that works for us!

0points

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Pineapple 1 year ago

https://ziasabers.com/product/fury-custom-lightsaber-10-sound-fonts/ its not like 5-20 bucks cheap but its great for the price and i can near guarentee it will make your life better

11points

Pineapple 1 year ago

bruh why do i get downvoted

7points

Rick 1 year ago

Zip ties, duct tape, fishing line, hot glue and wire coat hangers. Combinations of these items can temporarily fix about anything.

11points

JaMacus 1 year ago

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JB 1 year ago

Radio. No subscription fees, no buying songs, no playlists, just random free music and pleasurable surprises.

10points

Jared Robinson 1 year ago

I'd like to add one. Stopping smoking or Vaping. It's hard to do, it wasn't fun, but OH MY GOD was it worth it.

6points

Beruthiel45 1 year ago

Welcome to the club. I stopped 9 years ago after 55 years smoking 25 a day. It also allowed me to indulge my hobbies instead of burning money. 😊👍

1point

majandess 1 year ago

4points

Bunzilla 1 year ago

3points

Patricia Steward 1 year ago

Hygge!

3points

JaMacus 1 year ago (edited)

Do you think an exclamation mark is appropriate for hygge?

1point

Mimi M 1 year ago

Audiobooks from the library! Also Librivox.org (classic books read aloud)!

1point

Ophelia Payne 1 year ago

Petting my neighbors dog.

1point

Boring Panda 1 year ago

1point

vogonpoet 1 year ago

1point

Beruthiel45 1 year ago

Well done. More toxins in cigarette smoke than the other stuff plus you're saving those around you not just yourself.

0points