There are pieces of information and useful tidbits of advice that other people have learned about the hard way. And, like most things on the internet, there’s a subreddit for that.
It’s called You Should Know, and it contains hundreds of obscure facts and helpful tips from almost 3 million members. From unmuting yourself on Zoom with just one keystroke to what you should do if you come across a baby deer, be prepared to learn something new… or something that you’ve just never even thought about before!
If You Move an Item From the Refrigeration Section, It Is Thrown Away
Have you ever abandoned an item you no longer want in a random place at the grocery store, thinking that someone will just put it back where it belongs? Well, if you moved something from the refrigerated section, it will have to be thrown away. Redditor PPLovee, who works at a grocery store, pleads: “Please, at least put it in a fridge even if it’s not the same section (unless it’s raw meat, in which case PLEASE put it back where it belongs)”.
Sleeping Five Hours or Less Can Cause Memory Problems
Reddit user Marte1984 says that if you notice that you’re remembering things that never happened, or if you’re having a conversation with someone and they remember something that never happened, they’re probably ‘remembering’ a false memory. False memories can happen when you’re not getting enough sleep (5 hours or less per day).
You Can Unmute Yourself in a Zoom Meeting With the Space Bar
Sometimes, fumbling to quickly unmute yourself on Zoom can be nerve-wracking – especially if you’re in the middle of a job interview. Redditor davidbowieguy69 has a hot tip: while you’re in a Zoom meeting, you can unmute yourself by pressing the spacebar button and holding it for as long as you’re talking. To mute again, simply release the spacebar.
Being Dehydrated Can Cause Depression and Anxiety
If you’re already prone to depression and anxiety (and, let’s face it, who hasn’t felt depressed or anxious at one time or another?) dehydration can make these feelings that much worse. Being dehydrated drops your blood pressure, which can make you feel depressed. This also causes your heart rate to go up, which can make you anxious.
You’re Probably Picking Snails Up Wrong
If you’ve ever picked up a snail, chances are you picked them up by the shell while they were still attached to whatever surface they were on – this is wrong. Picking snails up this way can cause their mantle to collapse and can lead to their death. Rather poke the shell gently and get the snail to retract into its shell before picking it up.
If You Think Someone is Following You, Make Four Left or Right Turns
Have you ever had the sneaking suspicion that you’re being followed? According to u/dreadpiraterobertsdd, the best thing to do in that situation is to make four consecutive left or right turns – basically driving in a circle. If you’re still being followed, immediately call 911.
Buying a Real Christmas Tree is Better for the Environment
There’s a common misconception when it comes to choosing to buy a fake Christmas tree versus a live one. According to BinarySpaceman, many people think that buying a real tree contributes to deforestation – but this is simply not true. Christmas trees are grown on farms, not taken from the forest. And plastic trees are obviously much worse for the environment.
The Expiration Dates on Water Bottles Aren’t for the Water
Did you know that the expiration dates on plastic water bottles are there for the bottles and not the water inside them? A sealed bottle of water will never expire, but it may begin to taste a little weird after a few years. This is because the plastic that the water bottles are made from is porous – which means that the water may absorb smells and tastes from the outside world if it’s stored for a long period of time.
If a Service Dog Approaches You, Follow Them
If a service dog approaches you without its owner, chances are their owner needs help. Reddit user DJOK9R wrote: “This actually happened to me in my home town, a dalmatian with his service dog “coat” escorted me to their owner who had a stroke. I called 911 (112 where I’m from) and the ambulance took him and the dog to the hospital. Don’t just ignore the dog and assume it’s a stray dog, it’s trained to act accordingly.”
Wearing Sunglasses Outside Can Improve Your Mood
According to a study conducted in 2013, wearing sunglasses outside may actually make us feel happier. This is due to squinting our eyes when it’s bright out – which sends messages to the brain that we’re upset. This is because when we squint, we have a similar facial expression to when we’re angry and the brain gets confused.
If You Find a Baby Deer or Rabbit, Leave It Alone
Deer and rabbits will often spend entire days away from their babies. If you come across a fawn or baby rabbit, remember that it hasn’t been abandoned. While your first urge will be to rescue it, Don’t move it or try to ‘save’ it unless it is in immediate danger – the baby’s mom will be back for it.
One 18-Inch Pizza is More Pizza Than Two 12-Inch Pizzas
MisterMcMuffinYT has a fun fact for the pizza lovers out there: one 18-inch pizza is more pizza than two 12-Inch pizzas! “This will save you money if you are planning for a party! Often times we just think 12+12>18 but not when it comes to surface area!”
If Your Pet Presses It’s Head Against a Wall, Take It to the Vet ASAP
It turns out that something that looks cute to you could be a sign of a serious problem for your pet. Pictures of people’s dogs and cats pressing their heads against a hard surface or wall began to circulate on social media a few years ago, but many pet owners don’t know that this behavior could mean that they have a brain tumor, stroke, or head trauma. If your pet does this, get them to a vet ASAP.
Google Lens Can Recognize and Identify Almost Any Flower, Plant, Insect, or Animal
“Open the Google Assistant and tap the camera icon to the left of the four coloured dots at the bottom. This will open Google Lens which is an AI able to recognise almost anything you point the camera at. You can even load pictures you’ve already taken by tapping the picture icon in the top right corner,” Reddit user a1thirteen wrote. It can also recognize logos, landmarks, text, and can even translate text into other languages!
Don’t Use Delivery Apps – Rather Support Local Restaurants
You should know that food delivery apps charge restaurants 15-30% on top of the delivery fees they charge you. When a restaurant sends food to someone using a food delivery app, they are often breaking even or losing money. The best way to support a local restaurant is to order food from them directly.
There’s a Website Where You Can Find Out if There Are Any Unpleasant Scenes in a Movie or Book
Some scenes in books or movies can be distressing – especially to people who suffer from PTSD. There’s a website called doesthedogdie.com where you can look up any book or movie and see if there are any trigger warnings without spoiling the plot for yourself. According to Redditor Ajreil, “The site tracks 70+ categories like slurs, car crashes, dogs dying, spiders and cancer.”
After an Interview, Always Thank the Employer
You should always thank the employer after an interview, no matter how you think it went. Redditor MrXx_xXXx_xX wrote: “I once had a job interview and I thought it didn’t go well, but I emailed the employer after anyways just to thank them for the opportunity. When they got back to me they said that I got the job, partly because I was the only one to thank them for the interview. You should always do this even if you think it’s pointless.”
The “Chasing Arrows” Symbol Doesn’t Mean It’s Recyclable
Contrary to popular belief, the “chasing arrows” symbol on all your items does not mean you can recycle them. It’s actually the number inside the arrows that you need to pay attention to because they indicate what type of plastic the item is… and even then, only #1 and #2 means it can be recycled.
The Speaker At the Drive-Through Activates When Your Car is Near It
You know that speaker you pull up to when you order your food at a drive-through? Well, that’s also a speaker, and it activates when a car is even a little near it. Redditor Zachman97 wrote: “This is important because if you’re the type of person to sing songs from frozen while waiting in line and don’t want like 10 people listening, or make rude comments about the staff, everyone in the store with a headset can still hear you.”
If Your Dog Ever Eats Cooked Bones, Bread Could Save Its Life
If your dog ever gets into cooked bones from dinner, immediately give it bread and then take it to the vet. Cooked bones are very dangerous for a dog to eat because they splinter inside the gut and the sharp pieces can puncture your dog’s organs! Redditor TheMercDeadpool says: “I shoved bread down her gullet until she looked like she was pregnant.. the bread saved her life. And if not her life, it saved me from having to pay $3k+ for surgeries.”
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