Snap a picture of all your powered-down appliances for peace of mind.

Heading out onvacationcan be a thrilling proposition.

But, let’s be real, getting out of the house before a vacation can be fairly stressful.

Kettle on stainless steel stove in modern kitchen

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Don’t worry,Lifehackerhas a tip that can help some people through that bout of stress.

According toPsychologyToday,a 2005 study at Quebec’s Concordia University looked into the phenomenon of double-checking.

So, if snapping a photo works to help you reduce your anxiety, try it.