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YSK if you're ever in a plane that crashes into water, DO NOT inflate your lifevest until you are outside the aircraft. Inflating your lifevest inside a sinking aircraft will cause you to float and become trapped.

Why YSK: During the safety demonstrations on aircraft equipped for overwater operations flight attendants will tell you to not inflate your lifevest until outside the aircraft. This is not only because doing so in the aircraft will take up space for other evacuees, but because in a rapidly filling…

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Why YSK: Silence is considered to be negative by some people, but we need to think of silence more as a way to slow down and think about our responses. It helps if we can accept other people's silences as "time to think" instead of "judgement" or "disagreement." Some of us tend to chatter when we're…

Why YSK: Leaving backpacks, purses, briefcases, or other bags in your car is an open invitation for window-smashing thieves. You can avoid having to replace your windows, bags, and other stolen valuables by taking your bag with you or putting it in your trunk instead – the few seconds it takes to do…

Why YSK: as a woman, I love lifting other women up. I make it a personal goal to give 10 compliments per day either in person or online BUT I very very rarely compliment men due to past trauma from the hands of a man and now I have a general fear of them. I am in therapy and working on it. Anyway,…

Why YSK: so you and your kids don't die. Helmets are filled with what's called EPS foam (expanded polystyrene). EPS is a very light but stiff foam similar to styrofoam. Once you deform or crush it, it stays that way. From epsindustry.org: > Unlike other types of padding, EPS foam does not bounce…

Why YSK: Here in Illinois we have ComEd that supplies our electricity. On their website [https://secure.comed.com/marketplace/category/comed_smart_thermostats] they also have a marketplace with a bunch of products that have instant rebates. Right now you can get a Nest thermostat for $1 and most…

Why ysk: Scammers are plentiful on the Internet. I have recently been receiving e-mails claiming that my account has been compromised or that they have noticed some suspicious activity on my account or whatever else these scammers come up with. If you open their e-mail it looks legitimate, but it's…

Why YSK: While being able to sleep at will might come easy to some people, to others (such as myself) it's very difficult. It's my hope that people who suffer from chronic insomnia or issues falling asleep might be able to use this technique to sleep more consistently. I also think it may prove a…

Why YSK: Many people use fabric softener and/or dryer sheets with every load of laundry. This is not advisable when cleaning athletic wear in order to keep the athletic wear in optimal working condition. https://www.latimes.com/bestcovery/best-dryer-sheets

Why YSK: adults can learn things faster than what they believe, and learning new things and skills can be a very satisfying process on its own, but many people wished they had learned to play an instrument or some other skill but never do something about it because they feel that “it is too late”.…

Every year we see posts with some kids or drunks deciding it would be fun to throw a little soap into a public fountain, and watch the chaos ensue. Sounds silly and fun, and an impromptu suds dance party will just take a little extra water to clean up so no harm, right? Fountains use specialized…

Why YSK: Coupons are designed in the interest of the company not you. You're probably getting a bad deal from it. Some restaurant tried to reimburse the "mistake" in overcharging us with coupons. Might look nice on the surface but its not. Aside from expiry date, there are many huge limitations…

Why YSK I have had a few attempts recently to talk to groups about controversial topics, and instead of discussion just got a lot of accusations about being a troll and had everything I said labeled as a logical fallacy, effectively shutting down the conversation. Try not to use these terms and…

If you use the Apple Mail App and enable MPP, here’s what happens: Apple first routes emails through a proxy server to pre-load message content—including tracking pixels—before serving it to you. This happens even if you don’t actually open those emails. This means that when you open an email, you…

Why YSK: This tip will save you time and money while helping the environment. Depending on the detergent you use, you don't even have to rinse the dishes before loading them, which saves you even more (just make sure to clean your filter often). Bonus: if you have an Energy Star dishwasher, it is…

It is a common misconception that, due the risk of building collapse, you should attempt to leave the building when you feel shaking. This is EXACTLY WHAT YOU SHOULD NOT DO. The official guidance is unanimous. In the event of an earthquake, do one thing and one thing ONLY: 1. DUCK beneath a…

Why YSK: If they say no, then nothing you can say or do will change their mind so there's no point in trying. You'll just be spinning your wheels so to speak. If they say, "I'm not sure, but I'm open to looking at whatever proof/evidence you have." that's a completely valid response. Some people…

Why YSK: If one of your procedures has been denied, it might be worth talking to whoever is in charge of benefits in HR to change it in the future. In 2020, 67% of covered workers in the U.S. were receiving coverage through a self-funded plan. (Linked source) [https://www.kff.org/report…

Why YSK: First if you want to put gate codes, extra driving directions, where to put packages, safety concerns(dogs/roosters/theft), house descriptions, apartment floor or things of that nature that don’t change you can type it only once and never worry about it again because it’ll be on every…

Why YSK: You can get into hobbies because of this, exercising because of this or whatever. It can help you not to overspend on things while also letting you have some fun. Put things on an Amazon Wish list and wait a week. See if you truly want those items or not. Sometimes you might delete some of…

Why YSK: Living wills and other advance directives are written, legal instructions regarding your preferences for medical care if you are unable to make decisions for yourself. Advance directives guide choices for doctors and caregivers if you're terminally ill, seriously injured, in a coma, in the…

Note: to keep it neutral, all hypothetical studies and arguments are made up nonsense. If I say something factually wrong in an example, it’s because I literally made it up. I see this a lot and it really bothers me. If someone has an argument on say skin care that goes “hydroelectric massage…

Why YSK: Because the other person is really just being nice and can't find a way out of the conversation without it being awkward especially if you are unloading your life story to a person you just met for no more than 5 minutes. In work settings, they are there to perhaps to do a job and on a…

Why YSK: If you're on a tight budget, you can save up to $165 a year by unplugging appliances and other items when they're not being used (as opposed to simply turning them off). This could include things like phone chargers, hair dryers, blenders, computers, rarely used lamps, etc. It might be a…

Why YSK: Credit cards have really high interest rates, often that are variable depending on your credit status, payment history, and spending habits. The minimum payment is mostly designed to cover interest on the purchases, with very small amount going toward principle. If you view your credit card…

Why YSK: I am an insurance adjuster, and I’ve seen way too many people just share their information and Move on. Allowing people to change their stories later on. But a police report with statements is admissible in court, and super helpful for your insurance company during that investigation and…

Why YSK: In most cases, best practice is just to never comment on someone's weight, even if you think you're giving them a compliment. This is for a couple reasons- 1. They might be losing weight not because they're trying to, but because they are sick (be it physical or mental illness).…

It doesn’t sound like much, but it adds up… I’ve probably gotten around $100 worth of promotional credits doing this, over the life of my Amazon account. Normally things arrive on time, but it’s not uncommon for them to take a few extra days. When the item doesn’t arrive, I just contact support and…

Why YSK: “Once fully implemented, 988 will save lives and is a critical component to ensuring people in crisis are diverted from involvement in the criminal justice system and connected to appropriate services and supports,” said Daniel H. Gillison, Jr, NAMI CEO. “The FCC has done it’s part. Now,…

Why YSK: Pursuant to 29 U.S.C. §§ 151-169 it illegal for your employer to: 1. Discourage discussion between employees about their wages by saying things like “here’s your raise, don’t talk about it to anyone” 2. Threaten to write an employee up for discussing their wages with coworkers 3.…

Why YSK: if you ever buy a used iPhone anywhere, there’s an extremely high chance it’s either stolen, someone’s old phone they don’t remember the info for, or not paid off. If you ask for the IMEI, you can make sure everything’s good and working on the phone. If the seller says they can’t access…

Why YSK: Because these products are still readily available at the grocery stores and are being sold to you. If you see sodium nitrite as an ingredient on the packaging label - don't buy it! Edit Source: 1) https://utswmed.org/medblog/cancer-processed-meat/ 2) https://www.who.int/news-room/q-a…

Why YSK: This morning I found a Target gift card in my closet. I Googled "Target gift card balance" so that I can see if it actually has money in it. The first result was an ad, and I noticed that the website domain was totally unrelated, but when I clicked on it, the page looked exactly the same as…

Why YSK: I regret paying hard copies of all my books, especially after an online year. Here is where you can usually find them. LIBRARY GENESIS This is the go-to site for most ebooks. Some of the engineering textbooks comes with the solution manual as well. Searching for the title + "solution…

Why YSK: Insects are essential [https://www.nytimes.com/2018/11/27/magazine/insect-apocalypse.html] to most life on earth, including our own. 75-95% of flowering terrestrial plants require insects to procreate. Losing all of those plant species would be devastating to humans. Why we need insect…

Why YSK: It seems very common for people (myself included) to daydream about past accomplishments and experiences. When I used to do this a lot, it definitely held me back from seeking more. I seemed so content just reliving my past experiences in my head, I had no desire to achieve more! It's not…

The ‘soft’ signal is when you pull the turn signal before it clicks and it blinks just a few times (versus when you pull the lever fully you need to turn for it to stop). Why YSK: Signals are really helpful to alert other cars and pedestrians that you’re going to change direction, which helps…

Why YSK: The hair loss treatment industry is rife with scams such as topicals and supplements with no scientific backing whatsoever. The only FDA approved treatments for treating androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness) are Finasteride and Minoxidil. The latter however does not prevent further…

Link to download the text file (133 MB): https://github.com/brannondorsey/naive-hashcat/releases/download/data/rockyou.txt Why YSK: when trying to brute force your password, hackers will resort to lists of common passwords, and rockyou.txt is the most exhaustive and well-known source. Those lists…

Why YSK: The dangers of speeding are worse than you might expect, and, on the same note, your odds at surviving a crash increase greatly at lower speeds. This is because kinetic energy is proportional to velocity2 . So, when you double your speed, you quadruple your kinetic energy. When your car…

Why YSK: It can save you lots of money each month. <30% humidity causes there to be a bigger heat difference between sunny and shady areas. You might get a better result from not allowing in direct sunlight than if you had your AC blasting. If you are in a high humidity area, using a dehumidifier…

Why YSK: If you do get a refund check, it's not free money, its just extra loan money that you're paying interest on - so don't waste it on $300 sneakers (as I've seen people do) or other frivolous things. Either spend it on school supplies you need or save it as emergency funds and plan to pay it…

Why YSK: It can be frustrating to be stuck in traffic when there is a lane that has room and nobody seems to use it for fear of "cutting in line," but if you use it you are actually helping the flow of traffic! Exerpt from the Missouri Department of Transportation…

Why YSK: Just like the majority of us, the Satanic Temple (TST) was well aware of the government's momentum in contesting Roe v. Wade long before this mess in Texas happened. Based on the precedent ironically set by the decision allowing Hobby Lobby to deny birth control to their employees, TST has…

Why YSK: In light of yet Texas’ insane abortion law, more people should understand just how restrictive it is…because I had no clue what ‘6 weeks’ meant until I was trying myself to conceive. When the 6 week abortion law is mentioned it often goes with the phrase “before many women even know they’re…

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