- You can “rewire” your brain to be happy by simply recalling 3 things you’re grateful for every day for 21 days.
- When an elderly person can’t hear you, speak deeper, not louder. This will make it much easier for them to hear.
- When a bag of chips is stuck in a vending machine, don’t buy the same bag again to unjam it, buy something above it.
- Hate how videos automatically play on Facebook? Turn them off by going to Facebook.com/settings and then go to “videos” and switch the tab “off”
- Do this for 21 days, you’ll be surprised how good you feel. No candies, no cakes, No chips, no white breads, No fast foods, No chocolates, No ice cream.
- As much as you hate them, cold showers are much better for your hair and skin.
- Forgiveness can actually has health benefits. It can reduce the risk of heart attacks and slow the spread of cancer.
- Tilting your head to the right and slightly up makes you look more attractive. Tilting it to the right makes you more intelligent.
- If you’re feeling nervous, start chewing gum, your brain will reason that you’re not in danger because you would not be eating if you were.
- Physical touch makes you healthier. Studies show that massages, hugs, and hand holding reduce stress and boost the immune system.
- If you toss onions in the freezer, 15 minutes before you cut them you won’t tear up.
- If you don’t ask, the answer is already “no”. If you ask, there’s a chance you’ll get a “yes”. It doesn’t hurt to ask.
- Sometimes, it’s best to keep quiet. Silence can say so much without you ever having to say a single word.
- Life tip: If someone’s giving you a ride, don’t insult the car.
- Learning from your mistakes is wise. Learning from the mistakes of others is quicker and easier.
- If you want to get rid of bad breath, brushing your teeth is important but what’s more important is brushing your tongue.
- Giving a presentation? Always bring a bottle of water to the stage. When you can’t remember what to say, take a drink. Nobody will know the difference.
- Starting your day with 30 minutes of exercise will make you 10% smarter for the rest of the day.
- To skip a YouTube ad, just change ‘youtube’ to ‘youtubeskip’ in the URL of any video.
- Put a red cap on your blue pen to prevent people from stealing it. Nobody steals red pens.
- In a public bathroom, the stall which is the closest to the door is usually the cleanest because it’s the least used.
- Clogged drain? 1 cup of baking soda + 1 cup of white vinegar = unclogged drain.
- If you laugh together at least 10 minutes a day, your relationship has a 75% higher chance of lasting.
- Having trouble sleeping? Blink fast for a minute. Tired eyes help you fall asleep.
- Studies shows that having plants in your office can help you think more clearly and recall more information. This is due to the fact that our brains benefit from the exposure to nature.
- When studying something new, teach a friend about it. Let them ask questions. If you can teach something well, then you understand it well.
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