Humans are perhaps the only beings who are smart enough to improvise on things. Take everyday things for example. We might not be able to do them properly the first time, but over time and practice, we teach ourselves to make it work. But are you doing it the way it should really be done?
Here are 26 things that we have been doing completely wrong all along. Because life doesn’t come with an instruction manual.
1. This is the right way to cut a mango.
This is probably the most hassle-free way to eat a mango. No wonder we have been making a mess every time we get mangoes in the house.
2. We have been doing squat till now.
As shown in the image on the right, the final step of squats requires our thighs to be absolutely parallel to the ground. Doing it the wrong way will not only not help you achieve the desired results, but can also injure your back. It is advisable to check out a tutorial video before.
3. The right way to make a bacon sandwich.
If you end up making this, two things are going to happen. One, this way you can accommodate a lot more bacon without any risk of spillage whatsoever. And second, your soul will bless you for the juicy BLT you pampered it with.
4. We have been using bobby pins the wrong way.
5. This is the right way to slice a watermelon.
As you can see in the image above, watermelons should be cut face-down instead of the other way round. This way, it not only becomes easier to slice the fruit, but also easier to pick out and eat, without making a complete mess of it.
6. The correct way to put on nail paint.
That’s right, ladies. Never leave the house without the perfect shade.
7. The easiest way to peel potatoes with hands.
Yes, it is as easy as this GIF proves.
Step 1: Boil the potatoes.
Step 2: Take out the potatoes and put it in ice-cold water.
Step 3: Just pull out the skin.
That’s it, that simple.
8. The right way to eat a cupcake looks delish!
One question though, how does this remain a cupcake after this? More like a cupwich, no?
9. The correct way of holding pens.
No wonder my marks were the way they were in school.
10. The correct way of eating buffalo wings!
Seriously, if you figure this out properly your life will get a lot less messy. Begin by pulling off the cartilage on the wider end. Twist and pull out the small bone, then the larger one. Enjoy the scrumptious piece of meat. Amaze!
11. The right way to eat a pizza.
That’s right, by bending both the corners inwards we can make sure the toppings don’t fall off the slice. Try now, thank later.
12. The right way to hold a wine glass.
Right at the stem of the glass. If you hold the base of the drink, you risk making it warm.
13. The right way of wearing your earphones.
Yep, even I didn’t know this. Taking it around the ear, before stuffing it in the ear. Not only will it be more comfortable to wear, it will also make sure it doesn’t slip out.
14. The right way to do push-ups.
Not doing push-ups correctly can have adverse effects on your body including ruptured muscles. Always make sure you don’t arch you back, and always keep it straight, and your arms, parallel to the ground.
15. The correct way to apply moisturiser.
Contrary to popular belief, we should just gently tap the moisturiser on our skin instead of rubbing it. This way, our skin will be able to retain the much needed moisture for a longer time.
16. The correct way to hold a burger.
Ever wondered why a delicious burger always ends up like a mess in the end? That’s because we don’t hold it properly. The two thumbs and the two pinkies should rest under the burger to support it, while the other fingers should be on top to get a proper grip. There are some cases when the burger is just too big to hold properly. In those situations, it is advisable to cut it in two halves.
17. The correct way of tying shoelaces.
Like they show in the image above, tying your shoelaces horizontally ties the knot better. While shoelaces tied vertically can end up opening time and again.
18. The best way to fold trousers.
Folding your trousers in these 4 easy steps not only makes it easier to pack, or keep in the wardrobe without consuming a lot of space, but also makes sure the trousers remain un-creased.
19. The right way to clean a blender.
That’s correct. Instead of taking them out and washing each piece secretly, put soap inside the blender and just switch the power on. Voila! It’s clean as a whistle.
20. The fold-your-shirt-in-2-minutes trick.
Brilliant, isn’t it?
21. The right way to eat tic-tacs.
The next time you eat tic-tacs, notice the little tic-tac holder, of sorts. Your tic-tac is supposed to rest on that holder for your easy consumption. But who eats just one tic-tac, right?
22. How to make the perfect round eggs.
This hack was a complete game-changer for me. Cut an onion ring, place it in the middle of the pan before cracking open the egg. This way the egg won’t dance around on the pan and give you a headache. That delicious egg will perfectly shaped for you to devour.
23. The right way to cut cherry tomatoes.
Those pesky little buggers, although delicious, are a pain to chop one at a time. Thankfully, we can slice them ten at a time.
24. The correct way to eat a banana.
Instead of pulling it down from the stem, just pinch the opposite end of the banana, it should split open. Easy as pie. The monkeys were right all along.
25. Most of us have been peeing wrong all this while.
This is for the people with a penis. While peeing, we should make sure that it falls 90 degree vertically. The pee falling vertically will ensure no splatter, which would mean pee not bouncing back on us. Yes ladies, that happens sometimes, and we aren’t proud.
26. We have been pooping the wrong way too.
