12 Easy Ways To Live Like A Slob

Every once in a while, someone can come along and shake up everything we’re used to simply by sharing their fresh, new perspective. We often think of these people as trendsetters of new movements in art, music, and style, but the fact is that not every stroke of genius has to be so grand and world-changing.

Sometimes, it can just be about finding an easier way to do things with what you’ve got.

As you go through life, you’re going to have to deal with things that break, wear out, or just don’t work the way they’re supposed to. Often, fixing these problems will require either a lot of time and effort or a lot of money, but some clever folks have found a way to not spend much of either. 

Whether they’re actually fixing their problem or just putting it off for another day, it’s hard not to admire the way these 12 people have managed to get the job done while staying nice and lazy.

COMMENT and tell us about the handy protips you’ve figured out for those annoying little problems life throws at you.

1. I can’t believe the answer was right in front of me all along.

I feel like we can all remember feeling cramped under a table trying to figure out which cable goes where. Finally, we can stop doing this to ourselves.

2. Hey, we can’t be expected to remember to wear shoes all the time.

I wonder if these would get around that “No shirt, no shoes, no service” rule. Probably not, but we’ll never know until we try.

3. This K’nex stand was made to deal with an overheating laptop. 

It’s definitely a good way to make sure nothing blocks the vents, but they should still get around to cleaning the fans.

4. Of course, the easiest way to solve a problem is to get someone else to handle it.

Still, there’s something to be said for a good assist. Hopefully they didn’t forget to cover the drain, though.

But as roommate solutions go, it’s pretty hard to beat this next one.