Our lives are filled with habitual actions performed automatically. We’re sure we’re doing everything right because it’s how we were taught or what those around us do. However, it turns out that many everyday tasks have more effective or correct ways of being done. Here are some examples that may change how you think about your habits.
Daily object usage habits that need changing
Spraying perfume on your wrists
Spraying perfume on your wrists and then rubbing them together is a common mistake. Rubbing can destroy the perfume molecules. It’s better to spray the perfume on the desired body area and let it dry naturally.
Using cotton swabs to clean your ears
Cotton swabs are not designed to clean the ear canal, and experts warn against doing so. Instead, they can push wax deeper, causing blockages.
Applying antiperspirant
Most people apply antiperspirant in the morning before leaving the house. However, it’s more effective to apply it at night when your sweat glands are less active. This way, it will better prevent sweating.
Reheating food in the microwave
If you usually pile food in the center of the plate, you’re doing it wrong. It’s much more effective to spread the food around the edges, leaving the center empty. This way, the food will heat evenly.
Cleaning a blender
Instead of trying to clean the sharp blades by hand, just pour water with a drop of detergent into the blender and turn it on for a few seconds. It will clean itself—safely and effectively.
Wearing in-ear headphones
If your in-ear headphones keep falling out, you may be inserting them incorrectly. Most in-ear headphones should be inserted with the headphone head up and angled towards the back of your ear for a better fit.
Peeling tangerines
Tired of peeling tangerine slices with your nails? Try cutting them crosswise and gently pushing the segments up—the tangerine slices will automatically separate and pop out.
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