ADULTING CLASSES - Page 19 of 20

08May 2020 by Dr Laura Jaget

Mominar 017: Why is This Happening to Me?

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Are you in a bad-luck rut right now? Are you asking, Why Is This Happening To Me? It happens to all of us once in a while. But it is not random, and you are NOT a victim of chance. I want to cheer you up and give you a different perspective on what is going on. You CAN turn the situation around! I used to think it was just random, bad luck, and that it was just my turn to be dumped on. Do you think like that? But after some life experience and a new perspective, I now know it is never just out of nowhere. I have realized that there is always one common denominator.And that is ME. And it all has to do with my emotional…

08May 2020 by Dr Laura Jaget

Mominar 016: What to Do When Your Car has Been Broken into and Vandalized

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This Mominar is about what to do when your car is broken into and vandalized. These are the 8 steps I took when it happened to me. First of all, try not to freak out! This will help give you some guidance, and hopefully, soothe any negative emotions. It will all be okay soon enough. This is can be a really uncomfortable and annoying situation. But what is done is done, and I encourage you to get through it as gently as possible. And that is done by doing your best to focus on anything that went right no matter how small. And follow these 8 steps, of course! It will be resolved soon enough, and you will be wiser for it. For more easy answers to your how-to-life questions, SUBSCRIBE…

08May 2020 by Dr Laura Jaget

Mominar 015: What To Do if Your Wallet is Stolen

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If your wallet has been stolen or lost, here are 8 Steps you can take to protect your credit cards and debit cards, and report the incident to the police. These are the 8 steps I took when my wallet was stolen. Watch this Mominar to find out. They are the physical steps, but I really encourage you to take whatever steps you can to feel better about the situation as well! You were robbed you of your belongings. Don’t let them rob you of your peace, as well. SUBSCRIBE to the Mominars for more easy how to life tutorials. SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast for weekly inspiration, information, and instruction about how to life in the adult world.

08May 2020 by Dr Laura Jaget

Mominar 014: How To Unclog a Toilet

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Oh no, the toilet won't flush! Don't panic. This Mominar is about the unpleasant situation of a clogged toilet and how you fix that. It happens. Its usually gross, and its something you want to take care of as soon as possible. You will know your toilet is clogged when you flush and the water in the bowl doesn’t go down. The hole is blocked and you can see it. Sometimes, the blockage occurs further down the piping and you can’t see it. But if the water doesn’t go down and you don’t hear the “completion sound”, you have a clogged toilet. In this Mominar, I will show you how to unclog the toilet so you can forget it ever happened. For more easy answers to your how-to-life questions, SUBSCRIBE to…

03May 2020 by Dr Laura Jaget

Mominar 013: Why is My Washing Machine Making a Loud Banging Noise

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If your washing machine is making a loud banging noise, or your clothes are sopping wet when the cycle is done, your load was unbalanced. How do you know if your load is unbalanced? If you are present while your machine is washing, you will hear pretty alarming banging and pounding noises. When the machine is in the spin cycle, it's going pretty fast, and uneven weight distribution will throw the tub off its axis and bang against the inside of the machine. It’s really loud. You’ll know something is wrong. This is how you fix it! To watch other short tutorials on how to do stuff, SUBSCRIBE to the Mominars. To listen to soothing talks to calm adulting anxiety, SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast.

03May 2020 by Dr Laura Jaget

Mominar 012: How To Do Laundry

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Have no idea how to do laundry? Or use the washing machine? No worries, it is easy! This two-minute Mominar will show you how to do a basic and simple wash! There are so many different kinds of machines, with so many different features. Whether you are at the laundry mat, or you have a machine at home, they ALL have the same basic features for a normal wash, and that is what I am going to talk about right now. Once you no longer fear the washing machine, you will be looking for things to wash! For weekly tutorials on basic life skills, SUBSCRIBE to the How To Life Mominars! For weekly audio encouragement and information about adulting with confidence, SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast!

03May 2020 by Dr Laura Jaget

Mominar 011: Dishwasher Loading FAILS (You’re Doing it Wrong!)

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If you think you suck at loading a dishwasher, don't worry, you are not alone! These FAILS may (or may not) be worse than yours, but I will show you how to improve your technique. If you have been in fear or struggling with how to load a dishwasher, I would like to make you feel a little better by showing you the attempts of 3 young people, ages 24, 19, and 13. You’ll see that they didn’t do the best job, but it’s okay. It’s only dishes! And after I showed them how they could really maximize the space, they did better the next time around. So, if you had no idea how to do it, no worries, you are not alone. For more short video tutorials on how…

03May 2020 by Dr Laura Jaget

Mominar 010: How to Load a Dishwasher

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Sick of washing dishes by hand? Do you want to use a dishwasher, but you don't know how to load it or what the buttons mean? Relax, it is pretty easy. The key is to load it properly for maximum efficiency and maximum cleaning. Did you know that there are slats designed to fit plates and other flat items? There are also holders for utensils, the top rack is designed for glassware and other smaller items. Watch this Mominar to see how to load it properly, what type of soap to use, and what all the buttons mean. For weekly tutorials on basic life skills, SUBSCRIBE to the How To Life Mominars! For weekly audio encouragement and information about adulting with grace, SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast!

03May 2020 by Dr Laura Jaget

Mominar 009: What to do When the Check Tire Pressure light comes on

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If you see the Check Tire Pressure light on your dashboard, you should put some air in your tires as soon as you can. This warning light will actually say the words, "Check Tire Pressure", or you will see a horse-shoe symbol light up on your dashboard. It is not a suggestion. You tires have lost some air and need to be filled. Do it! It is usually free, or will cost just a couple of dollars at most. Driving on tires with too little air can lead to serious damage to your car which will be very expensive to fix. This Mominare will give you a tip on how to have someone else fill your tires for free. Subscribe to the Mominars for more tips on basic how-to-life skills.…

03May 2020 by Dr Laura Jaget

Mominar 008: Can I Sublet? Things to Consider Before Subleasing

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A word of caution if you are considering subletting. It is not always as easy as just taking over someone else's lease! Most lease agreements have wording that actually prohibits subletting to someone else. But, there are ways to do it. Watch this Mominar to find out what you should consider before signing a sublet contract! For more easy answers to your how-to-life questions, SUBSCRIBE to the Mominars! To listen to inspiring and motivating adulting topics, SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast!