10 Smart Hacks to Save Time and Live a Stress-Free Life

1. Use Earplugs to Combat Motion Sickness

Motion sickness is a common issue for many people. It occurs when the brain receives conflicting signals from the inner ear, eyes, and muscles regarding movement. To combat this, a simple yet effective tip is to wear earplugs. This can trick the brain into ignoring signals from the inner ear, providing relief from nausea and dizziness.

Additionally, it is recommended to wear the earplug in the ear opposite to your dominant hand. For instance, if you’re right-handed, wear the earplug in your left ear, and vice versa.

2. Pack Some of Your Clothes in Your Travel Companion’s Luggage

An annual average of 25 million pieces of luggage are lost during travel. To safeguard against this, a clever tip is to pack some of your clothes in your travel companion’s luggage, and vice versa. This way, if one of your bags goes missing, you’ll still have some clothes to wear.

3. Plan Your Stargazing Trip During the New Moon Phase

The New Moon phase, when the moon is positioned between the Earth and the Sun, is the ideal time for stargazing. During this phase, the moon appears as a slender crescent, and we cannot see the illuminated part of the moon from Earth. This makes it easier to identify and admire the stars in the night sky.

4. Prevent Blisters with Tape

For those who love wearing high heels, you know the discomfort of blisters. A simple way to prevent this is to apply tape to the parts of the shoe that rub against your heel. This reduces friction and helps prevent the formation of blisters and calluses.

5. Rub Your Stainless Steel Faucet to Get Rid of Garlic Smell

Cooking with ingredients like garlic, onions, or fish can leave a strong smell on your hands. Sometimes, even soap doesn’t help. A surprising solution is to rub your hands on stainless steel. The sulfur in garlic binds with the metal in stainless steel, and this reaction quickly eliminates the odor.

6. Sharpen Your Knife with a Ceramic Cup

In the absence of a knife sharpener, you can use the bottom of a ceramic cup to sharpen your knife. Simply flip the cup upside down, hold the knife at a 45-degree angle, and move it back and forth along the rim. Repeat this process 5-10 times on both sides of the knife.

7. Deal with Countless Spam Emails

Approximately 45% of all emails sent are spam. To identify which websites are leaking your information, use the website’s name as your middle name when registering. This way, when you receive spam emails, you’ll know which websites to block or complain to.

8. Soak Popcorn Kernels in Water to Avoid Unpopped Kernels

To ensure all your popcorn kernels pop, soak them in water overnight or for at least 10-15 minutes before popping. The added moisture will help ensure every kernel pops.

9. Use Ice Cubes for Ironing

If your iron breaks down, you can use ice cubes as a quick fix. Put a few ice cubes in the dryer and set it to the maximum heat setting. The ice will turn into steam, effectively removing wrinkles from your clothes.

10. Place a Hot Spoon on Mosquito Bites to Relieve Itching

When a mosquito bites you, it injects saliva under your skin, causing itching. To relieve this, simply hold a spoon under hot water for a minute, then press it against the bite. This will provide instant relief from the itching.

By Minh Minh – Vietnamnet