Science the Shit Out of Life Flashcards
1
Q
How to cool down on a hot day?
A
- Hot drink produces additional heat and extra temperature
- More sweat and reduced heat levels
2
Q
How to eat less?
A
- Imagine eating your food = It weakens your appetite.
- No food when watching horror movies
3
Q
How to quit biting your nails?
A
- Because of boredom or excitement
- Common in perfectionists.
- Find a substitute (mask)
4
Q
How to cure a hangover?
A
- drink plenty of water,
- say NO to dark-colored liquor
- not on an empty stomach
5
Q
What is the Greek guide to cold and fevers?
A
- activates dormant viruses in the body.
- low body temperature = blood vessels in nose & throat tighten thus constrict passageway for white blood cells = our bodyguards
6
Q
Why You Should Avoid Being “Hangry”?
A
- Starving = more insulin and low blood sugar
- Both lead to negative mood and no concentration
7
Q
How to Be More Confident?
A
- Superman pose,
- listening to music
- speaking in lower voice
8
Q
How to Be a Better Public Speaker?
A
- having sex the night before
- using hands
- smiling
9
Q
How to Improve Your Memory?
A
- Repeating to someone else
- drinking coffee before a task,
- chewing gum prior to a test
- doodling whilst listening
10
Q
How to succeed in interview?
A
- Warm/firm handshake
- Blue & Black shirt
11
Q
How to stop procrastinating?
A
- Start small
- Break tasks into small chunks
12
Q
How to be persuasive?
A
- Use “because” and give a reason
- Nod to show agreement
- Back up with facts
- Use calm language
13
Q
How to arrange food in fridge?
A
Top = cooked/leftovers Top Middle = dairy Lower Middle = Eggs & Raw Meat Bottom = fruits and vegies Door = juice
14
Q
How to stop crying over onions?
A
- Cut with sharp knife
- Don’t cut the root
- Put in fridge once pealed
- Chew gum
15
Q
How to make food taste better?
A
- Round, white plates
- Heavy cutlery
- Delaying to boost appetite
- Music
16
Q
How to stop a tune in our head?
A
- Listen to another music
- Play games/puzzle
- Chew gum
17
Q
How to save money in supermarket?
A
- Prepare a list
- Shope alone
- Wear headphone
- Avoid red labels
- Read shelves from L to R
18
Q
How to improve Wifi signal?
A
- Place router in middle of the house
- Put away from the wall
- Avoid putting it near electrical equipment
19
Q
What are effects of social media?
A
- Less confidence (comparison)
- Overestimate happiness of others
- Increase anxiety & depression
- Poor sleep quality
