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Promising review: "I buy a lot of art supplies, and while I know that price point isn't always an indicator of quality, I've had enough run-ins with cheap products to be skeptical of something as inexpensive of these pens. I'm really happy to say, though, that my skepticism was unwarranted. These pens are wonderful, bright, true to color, beautifully smooth to write with, and comfortable to hold. The fine tip is perfect for using in my journal and while they're bold, they don't bleed through the page (medium weight dot-grid journal) so badly I can't use the other side, and there's a nice assortment of colors so I can color code everything.
I've had these just over a month, and with daily use they still have plenty of life left. I highly recommend them!" —J. Betz
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $5.69.
Promising review: "This is a great solution for someone looking for a standing desk with their laptop. I use this desk at my office two to three hours a day. I just place it right on top of my desk and put the laptop on top. It's quite sturdy and even the attachable mousepad feels firm — my laser mouse works fine on it.
What I really like about the desk is if I don't want to use it, I can easily fold it up and place it in a drawer or just move it out of the way, it really doesn't take up much space.
I have other people in my office who use the standard standing desk, and they've had issues with sturdiness and also very little space to store them within their cubicles. If you use a laptop as your primary work computer and are looking for a standing desk — this is an excellent solution." —Chris
Get it from Amazon for $39.90.
Read our review of the Tayeka cold brew maker!
Promising review: "I have completely given up Starbucks after buying this. This is great if you love cold brew. It does take a while to figure out your personal specifics to suit your tastes but once you do, it’s awesome! To clean, you just run it through the dishwasher. If you’re a serious coffee drinker, this is a great way to save money!" —Julie Schwartz
Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (available in two sizes).
Read our review of the Migrastil headache relief stick!
Promising review: "I have had tension and migraine headaches for around 20 years. I have tried everything. OTC medication, prescription medication, pain injections, chiropractor etc... This topical oil has given me relief for nearly six weeks now. I have only had two to three headaches in that time, and they were mild. I ordered more already so I have some in my car and at home, and I bought some for two of my friends who suffer from chronic migraines. I would recommend this product to anyone with migraines. It is phenomenal." —Mary D.
Get it from Amazon for $10.99.
*This basically means choosing a productive activity to do when you procrastinate. For example, if you're putting off tackling a new assignment, procrastinate by going to the gym or doing the laundry instead of playing a video game. You're still procrastinating, but you're also getting something useful done!
Promising review: "If you are going to choose only one book to improve your productivity, pick this one. It implements brand-new advice along with tactics from other famous productivity experts. It is easily digestible, and Chris has given you physical actions you can actually take to implement the tactics in each chapter. It is hands down the best productivity resource I have read. The author is to be applauded for his use of scientific evidence along with his anecdotal evidence. As he presents the advice, he also tells you his own journey through his experiments which helps make the advice be practical and relatable. I truly believe if you use even just a fraction of the advice in this book, you will not only become more productive, you will become a happier and healthier person." —Zach
Get it from Amazon for $12.82.
This notebook works with any pen, marker, or highlighter from the Pilot Frixion line (one pen is included).
Promising review: "OMG! This device is so cool. It works beautifully. The scanning and syncing capabilities are awesome. I have it scanned and synced to my Microsoft Note account. Writing with the pen is smooth, and the paper feels like paper. It's easy to use a wet cloth to erase writing, just as claimed. I wish I had this product while in college. It's worth every penny." —Tulla Bell
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two sizes and four colors).
Promising review: "Just set up a weekly schedule with this, and it is very easy to use. You can use the built-in activities or create your own, complete with custom icons. This allows you to manage your time down to the minute for any activities you want. I am using it to manage time and build a habitual routine." —Jr Lavallee
Get it from the Google Play Store for free (in-app purchases available). Check out a similar app for iOS here.
Promising review: "I love this note pad. I was looking for something that I could use daily at work to help with organization and follow through and this does the trick. I take a few minutes at the start each day and fill out a page, stick it to the top of my folder and it keeps me on track." —LJ
Get a three-pack (A5 size) from Amazon for $14.50.
Promising review: "I am using this planner for graduate school. I was stuck in a rut working on my research, and this really helped me to break things into manageable chunks. My productivity is not perfect, but considering that I wasn't making any progress before, I am extremely satisfied. I would recommend this planner to anyone looking to improve their productivity at work or school or even around the house." —Jennifer
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
Promising review: "This is my second pair of slippers. I use them at home on my laminate flooring. They help to keep the floors clean, work great for quick spot cleaning, and are durable if you wash them frequently. They are also quiet, which was my main motivator. Plus you can do the 'Risky Business' slide." —DanielDJr.
Get them from Amazon for $13.98 (available in three sizes and three colors).
Plant a tree in the app when you want to focus, and it will grow and flourish if you leave your phone alone/leave the app open. If you use your phone for something else, like to browse Facebook, Instagram, etc., the tree will die. Moral of the story: Don't touch your phone!
Promising review: "I downloaded the app for work productivity, but it’s made me hyper-aware of how often I actually pick up my phone. For any task, just having the reminder that my phone is not currently available to me is extremely helpful. I’m realizing that I waste a ton of time that stems from, say, just looking at a text that could wait until later. Moral: don’t think this app isn’t useful because you’re not at a desk all day. It has countless uses." —ijustgetbored
Get it from the iTunes Store or the Google Play Store for free (in-app purchases available).
Get an 18-pack from Amazon for $4.99.
The cover is removable and washable.
Promising review: "I am now using my memory foam seat cushion with the lumbar pillow, they perfectly complete each other and transformed my old office chair into a premium orthopedic chair sold in ergonomic furniture stores. The lumbar pillow supports my posture and the seat cushion relieves sitting pain. I don't think I can ever go back to sitting long hours without these two. Planning on getting a second set for my dad as a Father's Day gift." —Mario
Get them from Amazon: the lumbar pillow for $24.95 and the seat cushion for $29.95
Promising review: "This planner is perfect! I use it for our menu, to do list, appointments, and work schedules. It has a nice strong magnetic back and it is sturdy. It also cleans very easy and doesn't leave stains from the markers." —Tanya Hodgins
Get it from Amazon for $16.90 (available as a monthly or weekly format).
You can also spread this on crackers or fruit. The individual packets are great for bringing to school or work.
Promising review: "This almond butter pack has just the right amount of sweetness. Great for hikes or a day on the town. Fits in a coat pocket, purse, or backpack. We have found this to be a must-have for a long hike, skiing, or other activities." —Mark B
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $10.49.
Download FocusWriter from Gott Code for free.
Read our review on Neuro Gum (#2)! These are sugar-free and formulated with green tea caffeine, which means you won't get jitters or crash like with other energy-boosting products. (FYI, the caffeine content in each tablet is equivalent to a half cup of coffee.)
Promising review: "I normally drink a cup of coffee before I work out in the morning, but found NeuroGum to be a quicker and cheaper alternative. It tastes pretty good, and the caffeine kicks in super fast. I'll definitely be stocking up on this gum from here on out to get me going in the morning." —Dan Scime
Get six nine-packs from Amazon for $21.
It holds up to 30 sheets of paper and can swing back and forth.
Promising review: "This lightweight arm holds at least 20 pages without falling out. I use this to prioritize things I need to get done and it keeps me from losing paper in piles. I have neck issues because I am constantly looking down and this keeps my head up and makes data entry easier because it's right next to the screen. It also pivots so I can adjust the angle." —Life Is Short
Get it from Amazon for $9.98.
You start by setting goals like 'drink more water' or 'quit smoking' and then use the app to track how well you follow through with those goals.
Promising review: "I liked that I could have a mix of habits that were weekly and daily. Some that I could only track M–F for work. Some that tracked negative habits like no more than one drink on a work night. And counting habits like eight glasses of water a day. It’s easy to open the app and tick off that I drank my water with each glass. It’s also so satisfying (and motivating) to see I met all my habits for the day. Keeps me going!! Love it!!!" —sddangelo
Get it from the iTunes Store or the Google Play Store for free (in-app purchases available).
Promising review: "These glasses are great. They look sharp, and they're not tinted so much that they alter color perception. I work in an office setting and after just one day of wearing these glasses, I noticed an improvement in my eye health. My eyes no longer hurt, water, itch, or feel bleached out after staring at a computer screen for hours on end. Highly recommended!" —Ariele Monzo
Get them from Amazon for $17.99+.
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