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Home remedies for stubborn ailments782 records · 7 sub-topicsBody complaints and the kitchen-cabinet fixes people swear by.

Skin, eyes, ears and teeth170 index entriesStyes, cold sores, splinters, earaches and dental tricks.

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Skin, eyes, ears and teeth

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Use when: Skin, eyes, ears and teeth

How commenters applied it: Styes, cold sores, splinters, earaches and dental tricks.

What readers reported: Brushing my teeth with my non dominant hand to create new neuro pathways!

Limit: When my 17 year old was a baby they had a horrible rash and nothing was curing it. We got this prescription that was a compound Rx and it was crazy expensive.…

⚠ Needs contextContext: Sustained non-dominant-hand motor training can improve the trained skill and is associated with measurable connectivity changes. That does not show that occasionally switching toothbrush hands creates broad cognitive benefits. Sources: PubMed — non-dominant-hand precision training study

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When my 17 year old was a baby they had a horrible rash and nothing was curing it. We got this prescription that was a compound Rx and it was crazy expensive. The pharmacist told me the ingredients in it which were all over the counter and I’ve used it on every single skin thing single thing and never once have I had it not work including on someone’s skin breakdown for cancer treatment!! The ingredients are: Neosporin, hydrocortisone cream, and athletes foot cream. Equal parts of each and mix together. I’ve been using it for 17 years on literally everything and anything and I never gatekeep it .

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Brush with the non-dominant hand

Switch the toothbrush to the non-dominant hand to alter the familiar brushing routine.

Use movement as the switch
Attach it to an existing routine

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Brushing my teeth with my non dominant hand to create new neuro pathways!source record 53

I used to work for a dentist, and they reccomended brushing with the non dominant hand because most people brush too hard and too short, so brushing gentler and longer with the non dominant hand is an easier switchsource record 82

Brushing your teeth with your non dominant hand creates new neuro pathways! Brain healthsource record 636

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Apply brief heat to a mosquito bite

Use a heated spoon, hot surface, or hot cloth on a mosquito bite.

Use a sensory reset

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Mosquito bites? Put a metal spoon in. cup of very hot water. Tap the back of the spoon on the bite until you can just barely take the heat (you should be wincing)..Hold it there for 30.seconds. Itch will be gone!source record 2103

Press something hot on mosquito bites. It should be warm enough that it is painful and you have to force yourself a bit to endure it but not get burns of course. I usually let hot water run a bit through the tap and press the bite on the metal for maybe 10-20 seconds. Or put the hot water in a metal cup for less accessible spots. Instead of 1-2 weeks of itching, the bite is completely gone in a few hours.source record 3974

A very hot rag on a mosquito bite to take away the itchingsource record 4311

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Apply earwax at the first sign of a cold sore

Apply earwax to the tingling area before or as a cold sore appears.

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Cold sores on the lip - if you feel it, apply earwax immediately. Grandma don't lie :)source record 3781

Ear wax on a cold sore as you feel it tingling and coming on but before it comes up. I haven’t had an active cold sore in 20 years because of this.source record 4230

You know that itchy feeling on your lips before a cold sore appears? I apply earwax to that area, and it always helps.source record 4728

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Brushing my teeth with my non dominant hand to create new neuro pathways!

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Update I don’t think I’ve had a nose bleed since this

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Singing with a bottle cap between my teeth cured TMJ pain.

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Styes, cold sores, splinters, earaches and dental tricks.

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I got multiple medical interventions to remove a wart but it kept coming back. Then I put a cotton ball soaked in apple cider vinegar under a bandaid on it for a few days in a row and it never came back♥ 5source record 30

If I'm having trouble getting myself to do something I don't want to do, I just hold the thing for a while with no pressure to actually do the thing and 95% of the time it gets me to do it. If I don't want to brush my teeth, I just walk around with my toothbrush in my mouth. If I don't want to eat something healthy, I just carry a can of beans with me until it appeals. For some reason it works great for me lol♥ 6source record 51

Brushing my teeth with my non dominant hand to create new neuro pathways!♥ 43,308source record 53↑ Open the fact-check

Reading this as I brush my teeth, and found myself switching hands.♥ 8source record 80

This could also lead to better oral hygiene because my dentist said my outer left and inner right teeth and gums were more healthy than outer right and inner left. Does this make sense? Like my right hand pressing inward against the teeth is a better clean than my hand pushing outward. Anyway. Switch it up for your brain and hygiene 😊♥ 2source record 83

When my brother called me upset that the doctor said my niece is overweight and my brother didn’t know how to approach it. I told him to tell her that skinny isn’t the goal, healthy is. She’s now more active and eats better (for the most part)♥ 3source record 154

Restless legs? Put a bar of soap under the fitted sheet. If it’s really bad, make contact through the sheet. I swear it helps a ton. Can’t hurt. I use Dove. Not sure if brand/type matters.♥ 6source record 580

Drinking a full glass of water when my lips are dry or my contacts feel sticky. Turns out I don’t have dry lips and eyes. I’m just dehydrated.♥ 6source record 613

Wait. I missed the comment about the teeth and hand thing. So tell so I’m not brushing with my non dominant hand and wondering why♥ 16source record 634

Brushing your teeth with your non dominant hand creates new neuro pathways! Brain health♥ 2source record 636

I get a new toothbrush at the start of every new season♥ 526source record 820

Always switch out your toothbrush after getting sick as well. 🥰♥ 2source record 821

I will apologize if I came across as if I was judging anyone who takes longer to change it. I've spent 99% of my life without changing my toothbrush in ages, so there was nothing further from my mind. This is just a recent development and I know it's exaggerated. I just like to do it this way.♥ 1source record 823

I get new toothbrushes in multipaks yo have on hand because i switch every 10 days or so.♥ 1source record 825

I keep floss in my car and floss when Im stuck in my rush-hour commute- I can do it either before or after work and Im at least flossing 3x a week now.♥ 5source record 916

just floss one tooth. the hardest part about flossing is starting because it feels like such a chore, but when you tell yourself you're only going to do one it feels easy, and then you think "might as well just do the rest"♥ 127source record 1047

I made it a game and came up with a “flossing streak” on 1/1. If made me not want to give up because I didn’t want to break the streak. Now it’s just a habit!♥ 2source record 1048

I quit using dental floss because it's a two handed chore and it's yucky handling that wet string. I now use those little bottle brush scrubbers. They feel so good and I use them after everytime I eat anything.♥ 4source record 1049

[account] of writing’clean the bathroom’ break it into smaller tasks: Restock toilet paper. Scrub toilet bowl. Wipe toothpaste spittle off mirror. Etc♥ 10source record 1171

if you want to keep your home clean, I follow a rule of 3. anytime I enter a room, I have to deal with 3 things, big or small. in the bathroom well then. change the tp roll, put your toothbrush where it belongs and pick up any clothes in there. it keeps your home tidy without having to spend hours cleaning up.♥ 77source record 1206

Potato chips for a sore throat. Why does it work so well?!?♥ 49source record 1304

I had a weird skin dermatitis (sort of looked like eczema) on my legs and hands. Would get super painful with blisters and splits in the skin. Nothing cured it for over a year. Randomly tried dove antibacterial body wash and it was gone in a few weeks♥ 53source record 1348

Interesting. I developed a weird rash on my legs and when I stopped using dial antibacterial soap it slowly went away.♥ 0source record 1350

Works for itchy ear canals too!♥ 0source record 1358

Palms over ears, fingertips tap on the hollow at base of neck.♥ 2source record 1511

No but this WORKS! I cover both ears and drum with both fingers. Somehow it resets!♥ 7source record 1519

Denture tablets do this too—my favorite 25-year-old mug looks brand new!♥ 0source record 1574

Fluid? I get that air circulating might help put some structures to rights, but what fluid would be coming out of your ears? 😳♥ 0source record 1579

I chipped a tooth trying to bite and pull the lid off…. 🤣🤣🤦‍♀️🤷‍♀️♥ 2source record 1588

Bobby pin on my tooth paste tube to keep it rolled up♥ 53source record 1597

Using Avène water spray to cure my eczema patches♥ 5source record 1695

I found a recommendation for a bar soap that works well on Tinea Versicolor. Its changed everything for me. I’ve never had this much success.♥ 3source record 1724

Hydrogen peroxide and white vinegar in your ears for about a minute. I used to get ear infections every year, do this when they start to hurt and haven't had one since.♥ 5source record 1805

Wiggling my jaw from left to right for 20 seconds or so to release tension and stop clenching my teeth!♥ 5source record 1810

If u need to pop ur ears but blowing isn’t working tilt ur head until u get close to ur shoulder and then blow♥ 5source record 1814

Brushing my teeth with baking soda and peroxide… natural white smile and reduced bacteria buildup on tongue♥ 5source record 1855

Witch hazel as a facial skin toner to reduce acne/excess oil and pore size. Also use alcohol free witch hazel on the scalp to reduce excess oil. Less than $5 and works better than anything else I've tried.♥ 5source record 1899

Sore throat = marshmallows♥ 5source record 1905

putting witch hazel on a deep bruise I had for three years♥ 5source record 1959

Floss in the shower, i never miss a day♥ 5source record 1966

If you want some help with recovery, my advice is to make fire cider. I was sick with one of those slow burn colds that just won’t let go. It dragged on for over a week. I made this and started taking it every day and it knocked it right out. There’s a lot of recipes but mine has fresh ginger, onion, jalapeños, whatever herbal tea you like. Put it all in a jar. Add in a generous amount of honey. Pour apple cider vinegar over it, covering completely. It takes a few weeks to become most effective but I always start taking it immediately. Don’t skip on the jalapeños if you can stand the heat. I’ve made it without and it’s quite foul from the onion.♥ 0source record 1971

when you feel a cold sore coming on, mix peppermint oil with lip balm and keep putting it on, it will go right away!♥ 5source record 1987

When l have a sore throat, l wrap a long tube sock around and pin it in place. It's stupid, but it always helps. 🤷🏼‍♀️♥ 5source record 2006

Putting deodorant on a rash. I don’t know why but it works and makes the rash go away♥ 4source record 2031

Diaper rash cream for pimples and other breakouts, especially if you have eczema♥ 4source record 2033

Brushing my lips with a dry tooth brush every morning to avoid dry lips♥ 4source record 2054

Brushing my teeth while standing on one foot. Bottom row is right foot, top row is left foot. Has significantly improved my balance and hip flexor strength.♥ 4source record 2067

Cold bread on a stye eye! Saw it in an old remedy book, was desperate and tried it and poof it worked!♥ 4source record 2072

Apple cider vinegar fixed dermatitis on my face. Fully fixed. I apply once a week at most for a couple minutes in the shower.♥ 4source record 2106

If you have an earache, try heating up salt, putting it in a sock, and lying bad-ear-side-down on the hot sock. It often works soon after you do this, but sometimes takes a little time. And of course, sometimes doctor needed. But this works frequently enough that I keep a sock full of salt in my cabinet.♥ 4source record 2125

When my ears feel clogged or that there is excess fluid, I press my hand against my ear to create pressure 3 times and then I swipe my fingertips in downward motion against my face and neck along the front of my ear. I instantly start swallowing and the popping stops!♥ 4source record 2232

Flossing in the shower♥ 4source record 2261

At the first sign of a sore throat, gargle with peroxide for at least two minutes and then massage the back of your neck for the same amount. Swear on my mama it cuts the life of the sore throat in half!!♥ 4source record 2262

I follow the rule of three… do something to improve the space you are in, (pick something up, dust, vacuum etc) do something for yourself, (brush your teeth, get dressed, shower, eat, ect) then do something for someone else (a love one, a neighbor, a stranger even a pet counts). I try to work that system all during the day, no matter where I am, as soon as I’m done with any one of the three tasks, I move on to the next. It can change your whole life and boredom is never a problem anymore♥ 4source record 2310

I have small packet of mustard by my bed. If I have a leg cramp I take a bit of mustard and the taste somehow jolts my brain, and the cramp goes away!♥ 4source record 2318

White vinegar on a sunburn♥ 4source record 2327

I put castor oil on my warts just to see what it would do. Completely removed them in a few nights♥ 3source record 2382

Pairing habits! Like adding in flossing when you brush your teeth. If you do it for 30 days it becomes a habit. It’s a big goal but a reasonable deadline♥ 3source record 2422

Banana peel on a wart for a week gets rid of it. We tried freezing it and cutting it off. It came back in a cluster. Tried the banana peel and it's been 20 years and has not come back♥ 3source record 2426

Flossing fixed 90% of my dental issues. To make it a habit, my dentist told me to stick to it for 7 days until bleeding and pain went away. To keep the habit, she told me that bacteria are most dangerous after 24 hrs, so I should try to destroy them by flossing every day, otherwise they keep building their destructive “castles”.♥ 3source record 2431

Putting toothpaste on scratched disks to make them readable again.♥ 3source record 2470

Flossing♥ 3source record 2474

Chiropractic adjustment on the ears♥ 3source record 2475

Having alexa remind my kids to get up, leave for the bus, do their chores, homework, and brush their teeth made them more responsible and independent and I don't have to remind them.♥ 3source record 2562

Drinking coffee with a reusable straw. Dentist says I no longer have stains and don’t whiten any more.♥ 3source record 2591

strawberry toothpaste for the mornings. I just couldn't get myself brushing teeth in the morning, got some kid's toothpaste, solved♥ 3source record 2592

If one contact is stuck in my eye but out of place, I put my glasses on so I can actually see to get it out.♥ 3source record 2635

allow yourself to "do it lazy" ex: floss while you're laying in bed♥ 3source record 2636

Whenever I’m getting a sore throat from a cold, I start putting my toothbrush head in a cup of hydrogen peroxide after I brush my teeth, and I also gargle with hydrogen peroxide. Usually, I only get symptoms of a cold and never a full-blown cold.♥ 3source record 2682

If someone is feeling stuck, they can do something small differently to rewire their brain like brush their teeth with their non-dominant hand or drive a new way to work♥ 3source record 2709

I watched a video once of a lady using gelatin like jello packets in hot water for sore throat and it really does soothe a sore throat and taste so good!♥ 2source record 2764

Marshmallow for sore throat!♥ 2source record 2804

years ago i burned my leg with a heat gun while at work with my dad. he said, go put toothpaste on it. it will feel better. i ignored him. years later, i burned my arm while cooking and though what the hell. ill try it. the mint cooled the burn quickly. i dont know if it was helpfull but it definitely felt better♥ 2source record 2841

so back when cds were used more. I used to mix scratch cds and dvds with toothpaste♥ 2source record 2846

the pencil trick for when I have to be speaking at an event. you put a pencil/pen between your teeth and try and talk with it there, when you start getting tired remove it and it feels much easier to speak and pronounce things!♥ 2source record 2850

Use antiperspirant the moment u feel a cold sore coming on. just a lil dab on the sore. dries up so fast!♥ 2source record 2856

Vanilla extract for tooth pain life changing♥ 2source record 2876

Update I don’t think I’ve had a nose bleed since this♥ 1source record 2889

I've started gargling every time i beush my teeth and magically I'm less phlegmy all the time who could imagine♥ 2source record 2968

eating a spoonful of yellow mustard to combat sciatica. (saw it on Dr oz 🤢 but I thought hey, why not?) apparently the turmeric helps with muscle spasms but for some reason this works so much better and faster than taking straight turmeric♥ 2source record 2987

Floss picks in the car for while I'm driving!♥ 2source record 2988

If your throat is itchy, use your hand to aggressively shake your ear♥ 2source record 2989

white deodorant on bug bites stops the itching immediately, not gel♥ 2source record 3043

I put a toothbrush and toothpaste in a cup in the shower. I struggle to brush my teeth at the end of the day, but I always take a shower. So I combined the two to be more consistent.♥ 2source record 3062

I've been talking vitamin B complex for a few years. No cold sores, almost no mosquito bites. After a 2 month break I got a cold sore again and learned about this♥ 2source record 3067

Massaging the back of the neck when I have a sore throat. There’s a Dr on YouTube who did a video about it and I swear it works♥ 2source record 3073

Warm salt water. Gargle it for sore throat, use it in wounds for healing. Just tonsil in the ocean and whatever is wrong goes away.♥ 2source record 3140

breastmilk is basically a cure-all for babies. rash, irritable, dry skin, fever, eye boogers, cradles cap,teething♥ 2source record 3183

Red light therapy knocks my cold sores right out! Now if I even get a little itch on my chin I grab my red light heat pad.♥ 2source record 3208

Tea tree oil works better than any OTC acne cream to get rid of pimples.♥ 2source record 3231

yellow mustard for bad leg cramps. i used to pour almost boiling water on my legs to ease the cramp, now i swallow a tablespoon or two of yellow mustard and within 5 min the cramp is gone. its a miracle.♥ 2source record 3293

I use apple cider vinegar on any skin issue. Kills it all. Got rid of plantar warts, skin tags, etc. gone…for good.♥ 2source record 3369

any time my ears start ringing at random, i put my palms firmly over my ears (so it sounds like I'm in a cave) and gently tap the back of my head for like 30 seconds. it helps most of the time♥ 2source record 3405

Mine was a tt on basic wound care and I burned my arm pretty bad around 2x3in area. And the wound care advise….completely healed in 8days. Barely a scar♥ 2source record 3422

Honey works miracles with wounds. My gyn trained in another country and she said they use it for wound care after really extreme surgeries post-pregnancy.♥ 2source record 3425

I took the flossers out of the hard to open package and into an easy to open and aesthetic container and now I floss my teeth almost every day.♥ 1source record 3479

I have my teens use head and shoulders on their face 1x a week. Clears out any acne and it’s so cheap.♥ 1source record 3499

Electric toothbrush. Changed the game.♥ 1source record 3503

Brushing teeth as soon as I get up instead of after breakfast♥ 1source record 3517

Eating fruit to make my skin better. I always had difficult skin; dark under eyes,sallow, acne prone and dry. I took a month long trip to Martinique in the carribean and my skin looked amazing after, you would not recognize me. I was eating fresh fruit off the trees every day mostly ripe mangos bananas and exotic fruits.♥ 1source record 3570

I had warts on my fingers in my 20s. Tried everything and they wouldn’t go away. Started taking bee propolis and after about a week, the warts started literally falling off. It’s like the skin underneath healed and the wart just separated and fell off. It’s been 20 years and never had another.♥ 1source record 3574

If you burn the tips of your finger you can grab your earlobe to transfer the heat out of it and avoid a burn!♥ 1source record 3576

Brushing my teeth and putting in my retainers when I want to stop eating for the night. Helps me from late night snacking!♥ 1source record 3633

An esthetician told me to use baby rash cream (Penaten) on my chapped lips before bed.♥ 1source record 3657

when you have dental work done and you start gaging lift your right foot up and keep it up. it will stop the gaging.♥ 1source record 3689

Flossing♥ 1source record 3773

Cold sores on the lip - if you feel it, apply earwax immediately. Grandma don't lie :)♥ 1source record 3781

The moment you feel a slight tingling and burning sensation in the area, apply earwax. Thank me later. :)♥ 0source record 3782

I put salt on my canker sores and they go bye bye♥ 1source record 3817

Trying this right now for my sore throat!♥ 1source record 3854

Mustard on a minor burn. I swear it works every time.♥ 1source record 3855

Flossing.♥ 1source record 3879

Jump up and down when waters in my ears . Been doing it since I learned it at 8 yrs old.♥ 1source record 3967

I spend the first few minutes in the shower letting the hot water help me relax while I floss. I use a flosser and interdental pick combo and then use my water flosser in there. I got so tired of it making a mess on my counter that I solved the problem. And it means I’m super consistent about using it.♥ 1source record 3998

Put a small sliver of paper/index card between your toenail and skin for a couple days to stop an ingrown nail from hurting. It’s painful to do but works every time!♥ 1source record 4019

I used to floss after I brushed my teeth but I was inconsistent, someone told me to floss before I brush. I did and now I floss everyday, I never miss! It’s so weird!♥ 1source record 4034

Flossing my teeth EVERY night with a thick (almost thread-like) floss.♥ 1source record 4044

Spoon full of mustard when I’m getting leg cramps at night it’s like magic take them away instantly and I add sugar too mine to make it easier to eat!♥ 1source record 4087

At the first sign of sore throat gargle blue or green listerine or any mouthwash with thyme oil.♥ 1source record 4103

Any remedies for extreme ringing in the ears? PLEASE??♥ 1source record 4173

To build the habit of flossing daily do it at ANY TIME of the day. Also, stack it with another habit or activity. Do it on the toilet, in the shower, or watching tv. This is how I got started and I’ve since flossed every day without fail for over a year.♥ 1source record 4197

Washing my face with head and shoulders. Cleared up my cystic acne and haven’t had a painful outbreak since.♥ 1source record 4211

I refrigerate my onions so they are cold, if I cut of the root right away I get it out of my space and cut the rest. Never have my eye water now♥ 1source record 4225

Ear wax on a cold sore as you feel it tingling and coming on but before it comes up. I haven’t had an active cold sore in 20 years because of this.♥ 1source record 4230

If you have an earache, grab a coffee mug and a rag. Wet the rag and pop it into the microwave for about 30 seconds. Put your ear over the steaming cup avoiding touching it to the rag/cup. Let the steam enter your ear! Tada! No more earache!♥ 0source record 4270

Also dull skin, breath of fire - skin instantly brighter or bentonite clay on your face - both brighten your skin.♥ 0source record 4271

Skin issues like mild acne, superficial scraches/scrapes, cuticle inflammation, rashes, all of them calmed and healed for me more quickly with these steps: 1. clean thoroughly with warmest water possible and soap foam 2. rinse with icy water few times (or hold finger in it) 3. again splash cca 10 times with or soak in warmest water you can stand 4. do the same 4-5 times with icy water. 5. repeat 3rd and 4th step at least 2 more times ending finally with icy water 6. dry the area and apply any treatment, ointment or skin care depending on where the issue is.♥ 0source record 4281

Spitting on a wart first thing in the morning. My late Nana told me this old wives remedy - it works!♥ 0source record 4282

Vitamin B to prevent canker sores or cuts in my mouth… mouth gets sore? Take Vit B and I feel better♥ 0source record 4290

I read in a magazine once that brushing your teeth helps curb sugar cravings.. I tried it, it does!♥ 0source record 4296

A very hot rag on a mosquito bite to take away the itching♥ 0source record 4311

Bought a wall-mounted toothpaste dispenser and placed it between my sink and shower so now it’s ready to dispense whenever and wherever it’s most convenient.♥ 0source record 4321

I have a sore throat and did it for 1 min just for trying and it worked better then the throat-spray 😂 do you have the link to the study? 🙏🏻♥ 0source record 4335

coffee is acidic. a tiny punch of baking soda neutralizes it so you're free to brush your teeth afterward without removing your enamel.♥ 0source record 4362

i will always have coconut oil in my apothecary, it heals so much. burned ur tongue? coconut oil etc♥ 0source record 4449

Keeping flossers in my purse. It’s made me obsessed with flossing and completely changed my gum health.♥ 0source record 4484

Rubbing salt in canker sores. Dying and can’t even talk, and 30 seconds later, gone for good.♥ 0source record 4520

I had a fungal ear infection for fifteen years. So gross and itchy. Many doctors visits and prescriptions did absolutely nothing. I heard that vics vapor rub could treat fungus. It was completely gone in a week.♥ 0source record 4529

MUSTARD FOR MUSCLE CRAMPS!!!♥ 0source record 4533

T-bag with hot water as a compress for eye infections. works amazingly well♥ 0source record 4537

On the same topic, to prevent a sore and chapped nose when you have a cold and are constantly blowing your nose, get a Chapstick and apply it to your nostrils and your upper lip before and after each nose blow, every time. Every single time = no more sore nose!♥ 0source record 4564

When I don’t feel like flossing I only make myself do “my most important teeth”. By the time I do like 3 of them, I have the momentum to finish flossing♥ 0source record 4576

Baking soda, peroxide, and vinegar can replace so many skin/beauty care and cleaning products♥ 0source record 4585

solid crisco on eczema spots.straight out the shower apply then dry. worked great to stop the itch and clear it up. a 80 something yr old nurse gave me that tip for my 3 yr old.♥ 0source record 4592

Ooo going to try this! My simple thing is I use toothpaste to clean my necklace and it makes it sparkle! Paid a jeweler to do it long ago and it barely did anything. Toothpaste is the magic cleaner.♥ 0source record 4636

Don’t rinse the toothpaste out of your mouth after you brush. I thought my whitening toothpaste wasn’t working, now they gleam!♥ 0source record 4663

If you get any type of eye infection, you can wash your eye with baby shampoo, lather it well and get it in your eye (doesn’t burn) and it will clear up the infection in a couple of days.♥ 0source record 4706

You know that itchy feeling on your lips before a cold sore appears? I apply earwax to that area, and it always helps.♥ 0source record 4728

Pseudophedrine before flying. I used to get excruciating ear pain when flying until I started taking this the night before a flight and 1 hour before landing. Zero pain!♥ 0source record 4748

brushing my teeth in the shower. it takes one spoon technically bc I'm in the shower doing it instead of taking a shower and getting out and then brushing♥ 0source record 4754

i gargle with mouthwash often at the beginning of a cold and the infection never goes to the lungs♥ 0source record 4816

Eating yellow onion and letting it burn to avoid getting sick.♥ 0source record 4826

Tin foil for burns… I burned my finger really badly with oil once. You wrap the area with the tin foil and run under cold water for a few mins. Then repeat if it starts to burn again. I had to do it 2-3 times and then pain was gone. Apparently it was used it WWII.♥ 0source record 4842

Hyaluronic acid flooding for repairing skin barrier. I have dry sensitive eczema prone skin. Whenever it breaks out I soak in a mild warm bath with no soap then after on dam skin I flood myself with layers of HA and nothing else. Repairs the broken skin barrier so well♥ 0source record 4858

Years with a rash on my butt cheeks after wearing tight pants. Chlorhexadine wash, cleared it up FOR GOOD♥ 0source record 4890

clove oil on bug bites, pimples, fixes just about everything♥ 0source record 4893

Buying kids toothpaste and mouthwash. I'm autistic and I hated brushing my teeth and this really changed the game♥ 0source record 4931

Using hypochlorous acid spray on my face after washing it plus changing my pillow case frequently has cleared up my skin IMMENSELY.♥ 0source record 4997

When I was a kid mums friend paid me 50c for a wart on my finger. Went away in a week.♥ 0source record 5035

Singing with a bottle cap between my teeth cured TMJ pain.♥ 0source record 5098

recognize if you are a verbal processor or an internal processor. verbal processors work through things by talking it out. they will specifically ask you if they want advice once theyre ready. they are not seeking advice if they dont say so. internal processors will process things internally by themselves ("chewing on it") until they have defragged the problem as far as they can. THEN thats when they will bring things to other people- once theyre ready to problem solve. internall processors often operate on the assumption that if someone is venting about something, its because theyre bringing them a problem to fix. instead, resist the urge to offer unsolicited advice. until they specifically ask you "what would you do" "what are your thoughts on this", only listen. dont listen to respond, just listen to understand. be curious and ask questions (maybe even to help guide them to the answer thats itching at your lips) but allow them the opportunity to work through the problem themselves. if you just cant resist the urge, ask them "would you like me to just listen or are you also looking for help problem solving?" or "i have feedback/advice id like to shsre if your willing. but "no" is an option too" (so they dont feel obligated). this has drastically changed how my wife and i vent to each other♥ 0source record 5172

Corn starch paste on a cold sore. Catch it early and it never blisters 🔥♥ 0source record 5219

When you burn yourself, take some pee and put it on the burn..10 minutes later it’s as if never happened.♥ 0source record 5328

Gargling beterdine for a sore throat♥ 0source record 5372

Changing your pillowcases and toothbrush when you've finished a cold or flu♥ 0source record 5428

water flosser the hooks to the shower head, floss everytime you shower and no mess around the sink, no batteries or refills either!♥ 0source record 5444

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Hiccups, sneezes and tickles153 index entriesParty-trick cures for hiccups, sneezes and throat tickles.

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What readers reported: When someone has hiccups, ask them “what swims in the ocean?” No matter their answer, usually stops their hiccups.

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16 source recordsRecurring approach

Take a spoonful of peanut butter

Eat peanut butter when hiccups begin.

Use a sensory reset

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Spoonful of peanut butter will get rid of hiccups.source record 1832

A spoonful of peanut butter when you get the hiccups.source record 1881

A spoon of peanut butter gets rid of my hiccups.source record 1991

11 source recordsRecurring approach

Hold the breath

Pause breathing, sometimes while swallowing, when hiccups start.

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If you get the hiccups, hold breath, drink water and plug your ears. It works everytime.source record 1802

If i get hiccups, i hold my breath and swallow twice, and it’s only failed me like a couple times over like a decadesource record 2574

Picturing your lungs heavily sitting on your diaphragm when you hold your breath to get rid of hiccups. I used to have them all the time and now they’re always gone within 30 sec!source record 3249

8 source recordsRecurring approach

Drink water while bent upside down

Bend forward and swallow water from an inverted or opposite-side position.

Use movement as the switch
Use a sensory reset

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I drink water upside down to get rid of hiccupssource record 1615

I read a hack for curing hiccups. Take a drink of water but hold it in your mouth, bend over so your head is nearly upside down and then swallow the water. Has worked every time for me.source record 2034

Drinking water upside down always ends my hiccupssource record 3065

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When someone has hiccups, ask them “what swims in the ocean?” No matter their answer, usually stops their hiccups.

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I learned how to think my hiccups away by concentrating on the next hiccup. every hiccup cure is just the wait with concentration. if you believe it, and are not distracted, it works every time. for kids, ask the to beep just before the next hiccup.

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Ask anyone with hiccups "what swims in the ocean?". Encourage them to name any possible things in the ocean. This is effective in about 99% of people. when my husband or friend say to me "ask me" I know they have a hiccups and I asked them and they make their hiccups go away by many things in the ocean.

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Hyperventilating to cure hiccups.♥ 5source record 101

When you have hiccups, to get rid of them have someone plug your ears while you drink some water.♥ 5source record 119

drinking from a cup backwards to get rid of hiccups. I saw an episode of sesame Street when I was little and big bird did this trick. been doing it ever since. and it works every time❤️♥ 10source record 1559

ok.. stand up, bend over slightly, hold the cup like regular in front of you, then drink from the opposite side of where you would normally drink.. I hope that makes sense lol. that's the best way I can describe it 🤦🏾‍♀️. I hope it works lol oh and it doesn't have to be a lot. like you can take one small swallow and it should work. let me know😊♥ 3source record 1562

can you clarify backwards? like twisting your hand around? I get hiccups at least once a day♥ 3source record 1563

When someone has hiccups, ask them “what swims in the ocean?” No matter their answer, usually stops their hiccups.♥ 70source record 1614

I drink water upside down to get rid of hiccups♥ 7source record 1615

I tell people that if they hiccup again I'll give them $5. I've never had to pay anybody 👍♥ 5source record 1616

Okay, this isn’t necessarily helpful, but it does work - if someone is building up to a sneeze, you can tell them “Don’t sneeze!”, and they will stop. It usually comes back after a minute, so in my family this is a form of torture. 🤣♥ 7source record 1681

Also you can tell someone “Hiccups aren’t real” and they will generally stop. They will think you are a witch, but they will stop.♥ 2source record 1683

Putting a paper towel over a glass of water and drinking through it to stop hiccups instantly. Works every time♥ 4source record 1694

If you get the hiccups, hold breath, drink water and plug your ears. It works everytime.♥ 5source record 1802

Put a straw under your tongue and chug water to get rid of hiccups♥ 5source record 1822

Spoonful of peanut butter will get rid of hiccups.♥ 5source record 1832

If you have the hiccups and you plug your nose holes and ear holes while drinking water it takes them right away. Im so deadass it works♥ 5source record 1840

A spoonful of peanut butter when you get the hiccups.♥ 5source record 1881

Outen a match in half cup of water and chug to cure hiccups♥ 5source record 1888

Eat a banana to get rid of hiccups♥ 5source record 1902

Saying “lizard brains and guts” to people to stop their sneezes♥ 5source record 1911

when you can't get rid of the hiccups, stop and tell yourself in your inner monolog that "I AM NOT A FISH" until it ends♥ 5source record 1946

A spoon of peanut butter gets rid of my hiccups.♥ 5source record 1991

I get very frequent hiccups like several times a day 5 days a week. once when I was working at JCPenny over the holidays I had to go to the drinking fountain because I had bad hiccups. a member of the cleaning crew came up behind me and said "plug your nose, take 10 sips of water and they'll go away" in the 15 years since that happened that has worked almost every single time.♥ 4source record 2023

I read a hack for curing hiccups. Take a drink of water but hold it in your mouth, bend over so your head is nearly upside down and then swallow the water. Has worked every time for me.♥ 4source record 2034

I get rid of my hiccups by trying to hiccup in between the involuntary hiccups…works every time!♥ 4source record 2047

three huge gulps of water to get rid of hiccups. works EVERY single time♥ 4source record 2050

Remind yourself that you’re not a fish when you get hiccups.♥ 4source record 2071

Repeating ‘Pink Elephant’ to prevent a sneeze.♥ 4source record 2098

A spoonful of peanut butter gets rid of my hiccups every time♥ 4source record 2174

Peanut butter will get rid of the hiccups♥ 4source record 2187

Saying "I'm not a fish" when I have hiccups. Something about gasping for air and leftover evolution. Idk, works 9/10 times. Because I really am not a fish, I don't need to be gulping like that.♥ 4source record 2188

a spoonful of peanut butter immediately gets rid of the hiccups!♥ 4source record 2189

Eating chocolate gets rid of hiccups♥ 4source record 2207

how I fix my hiccups: hold my breathe. drink a glass of water for ten seconds. if there is a little burp, force it out and the hiccups are gone.♥ 4source record 2208

When you have the hiccups, put a paper towel over a glass of water and drink it. Works every time.♥ 4source record 2254

one time i had hiccups and i realized i could just relax my diaphragm and they’d stop♥ 4source record 2270

Hiccups are your body thinking it’s choking. All old wives’ tales tricks are just doing the same thing, making you pay v close attention to the fact that you’re not choking. You can just focus very closely on the fact that you can breathe all the way out and breathe all the way in, very very consciously. Fixes hiccups immediately.♥ 4source record 2309

When you have hiccups put a cool spoon on your cheek and drink water. It always works♥ 3source record 2345

My Strep throat wouldn’t go away with antibiotics and I found someone online say that gargling hydrogen peroxide and listerine cleared it up and it absolutely worked for me. It’s also good for preventing colds. I gargle on a daily basis and extra when I feel a tickle in my throat.♥ 3source record 2377

Stopping your breath for two 30 seconds intervals after the first hiccup, makes it go away.♥ 3source record 2419

When someone has the hiccups say “let me see” they’ll be like what? “Let me see your hiccups? And watch them. Won’t happen. They disappear. The craziest shit♥ 3source record 2430

If you have the hiccups, plug your nose and swallow 5 times. They always go away!♥ 3source record 2435

Lime and salt for hiccups♥ 3source record 2449

Hiccup cure: fill your mouth with water, plug ears, and swallow♥ 3source record 2466

Drinking 10 SMALL sips of something (anything- water, coke, whatever) gets rid of hiccups! It works for me every time I get them!♥ 3source record 2484

When you get the hiccups loudly say I am not a fish. It works almost every time♥ 3source record 2565

If i get hiccups, i hold my breath and swallow twice, and it’s only failed me like a couple times over like a decade♥ 3source record 2574

a spoonful of peanut butter gets rid of hiccups♥ 3source record 2596

When you have hiccups - get a big spoonful of peanut butter, turn it upside down and put it as far back on your tongue as possible and swallow it. Works every time.♥ 3source record 2598

spoonful of peanut butter generally cures hiccups♥ 3source record 2616

Telling yourself you’re not a fish, you don’t have gills when you have hiccups♥ 3source record 2646

Drinking through a straw cures hiccups♥ 3source record 2662

I know it's crazy but if I have hiccups and say the phrase "I'm not a fish" they immediately go away. haven't had hiccups in over 5 years♥ 3source record 2672

Clear hiccups by taking a small bite of peanut butter. Works every time.♥ 3source record 2733

teaspoon of sugar 100% gets rid of hiccups♥ 3source record 2739

Hold your breath and take ten sips of water to stop hiccups!♥ 2source record 2755

If you have hiccups, drink a little water with a metal spoon in it. It’s worked 100% of the time.♥ 2source record 2807

Say buzzard buzzard buzzard when you have to sneeze.♥ 2source record 2861

a teaspoon of sugar dissolved in the mouth stops hiccups♥ 2source record 2898

Drinking water upside down always ends my hiccups♥ 2source record 3065

If you have hiccups, get a small cup of water and put a butter knife in it with the handle standing out of the top. With the point of the knife in the glass, put the handle of it against your temple when tipping the cup back to drink. while drinking, stare at the knife in the bottom of the cup and drink the water while continuously focused on the knife. It works every time!♥ 2source record 3071

A shot of mustard to 86 the hiccups. 👍♥ 2source record 3090

That there is a special straw that gets rid of hiccups, and it works. Painful hiccups are no longer a part of my life.♥ 2source record 3218

Picturing your lungs heavily sitting on your diaphragm when you hold your breath to get rid of hiccups. I used to have them all the time and now they’re always gone within 30 sec!♥ 2source record 3249

FOR HICCUPS- put a small sup sip of water in your mouth and bend fully over like your touching your toes and swallow that sip a TINY bit at a time, too much at a time and it comes out your nose, the water massages the back of your throat and stops the spasm that is the hiccups♥ 2source record 3270

if you press on your closed eyelids for like 30 seconds if you have the hiccups, they’ll go away instantly♥ 2source record 3286

Drinking water upside down is the ONLY thing that stops my hiccups. You have to put your mouth on the opposite side of the glass and bend over.♥ 2source record 3290

When I get the hiccups I just get still and try to really focus on taking deep slow easy breaths and they just… go away. My grandma went to so many docs bc her hiccups were hurting her, literally they made her throat bigger and nothing helped except breathing♥ 2source record 3305

Shot of lime juice takes hiccups away. Immediately. Every time.♥ 2source record 3357

For me it was when someone gave me the tip of drinking 9 sips of water when you have the hiccups. It works 95% of the time, the most important part is the swallowing of the sips♥ 2source record 3358

Scoop of peanut butter makes hiccups go away immediately♥ 2source record 3364

for hiccups, sit in quiet room, take slow breaths. IGNORE when you hiccup, just keep breathing. goes away in a minute♥ 2source record 3421

a spoon of peanut butter stops consistent hiccups♥ 1source record 3442

If you have hiccups, place a metal utensil in a cup of water and drink while the metal touches your cheek or forehead and the hiccups will go away♥ 1source record 3448

A tablespoon of peanut butter gets rid of hiccups♥ 1source record 3475

A tsp of sugar for persistent hiccups♥ 1source record 3500

Holding my breath to eliminate hiccups♥ 1source record 3526

holding and expanding your lungs for a full minute with no distractions stops hiccups everytime.♥ 1source record 3537

To cure hiccups, hold a short glass of water in your hand, bend as far forward as you can, and drink the water from the front of the glass (the opposite side from where you would usually drink). I learned this trick from my English teacher in the fifth grade and it has been working for over 40 years on the first try!♥ 1source record 3557

When someone gets the hiccups have them to hold their nose while drinking water. It may take two or 3 attempts but it works.♥ 1source record 3591

someone have hiccups? ask them if they're a fish♥ 1source record 3627

an all metal butter knife handle down in half a glass of water. press blade against your temple with your index finger as you drink the water. it cures hiccups. a middle aged co worker mom type told me that almost 20 years ago and it works every time.♥ 1source record 3635

Fixing hiccups: slowly sip water while alternating plugging one ear. You want to breathe thru your nose and take a few sips with one ear plugged, then switch for a minute or two. It works for me every single time.♥ 1source record 3640

biofeedback to get rid of hiccups. controlled breathing relaxes the diaphragm. can get rid of them in 3 breaths now♥ 1source record 3654

"I'm not a fish to cure hiccups."♥ 1source record 3669

Hold your breath & swallow 3 times to get rid of hiccups, 5 times at most has never failed me. Hard to swallow nothing but air that many times holding your breath, so I get some water - cover my nose - and swallow that in 3-5 gulps. 3 time is usually enough to get rid of any hiccups♥ 1source record 3674

drinking water upside down always clears my hiccups♥ 1source record 3687

When you have the hiccups take a small amount of water and hold it in your mouth, don’t swallow yet, turn your head as upside down as you can then swallow. Boom hiccups gone!!♥ 1source record 3691

warm water to help ease hiccups♥ 1source record 3710

If you pull your ears down while SLOWLY drinking water when u have hiccups, they go away :)♥ 1source record 3718

Foolproof way to get rid of hiccups: drink anything for 10 seconds with your eats clogged up, like with your fingers in your ears. You probably need a straw, but it works everytime! Learned it from Sesame Street.♥ 1source record 3726

saying/thinking "I'm not a fish" when you have hiccups♥ 1source record 3826

Gently pinch your earlobe for a second to stop hiccups. Most effective after just two to three, but can still help after several.♥ 1source record 3841

I hate hiccups and taught myself how to get rid of them almost immediately. Best way I can describe it is hold your breath hard and push that pressure down going towards your belly button. Kind of like when you’re consitpated lol but not that low lol. From your lungs down. Immediately goes away.♥ 1source record 3894

A swig of balsamic vinegar stops hiccups.♥ 1source record 3896

When I get the hiccups, I bend over to sip water upside down, then stand back up and massage my ears. They’re gone after that 🤷🏽‍♀️♥ 1source record 3944

HICUPS : put a paper towel over a cup of water, then slowly drink through the paper towel without breaking the paper towel, till the hiccups are gone. Works every time without fail.♥ 1source record 3989

think of horizontal lines to stop a sneeze♥ 1source record 3995

A spoonful of peanut butter fixed hiccups every time!♥ 1source record 4016

Holding my breath for thirty seconds cures my hiccups every time♥ 1source record 4032

taking tiny sips of water for about 30 seconds straight when you have the hiccups gets rid of them every single time for me♥ 1source record 4049

Instant Hiccup cure- My cousin taught me this in 1978 and I've never found anything to be better. A teaspoon of sugar: that's it! Take a teaspoon of sugar at one time♥ 1source record 4086

pressing on where your earbuds sit in your ears to get rid of hiccups! works 100% of the time 50% of the time! :D♥ 1source record 4115

Someone said if you cover all your face holes (nose, ears) and then you swallow a drink like with a straw or something.. it rids you completely of your hiccups. I saw it on TikTok and I dead tried it and EVERY time I get hiccups I do it, and it ALWAYS works, INSTANTLY too. Way better than holding your breath.♥ 1source record 4147

I hate getting hiccups! As in it ruins my whole meal/day. So I do my best NOT to get them. If I hiccup once, like after that first fizzy drink, I freeze. I don't move, but mostly I hold my breath immediately. For as long as you can. Then, let it out SLOWLY. I take another few slow breaths, in and out. 90% of the time I don't end up with hiccups!♥ 1source record 4158

a shot of vinegar always cures my hiccups♥ 1source record 4165

Spoon full of sugar makes hiccups go away immediately.♥ 1source record 4253

hiccups- hold a pen in your teeth, lengthwise across your mouth. tilt head back, pour water into your mouth over the pen. works every time for some reason♥ 1source record 4261

spoon full of sugar to stop hiccups♥ 0source record 4273

Foolproof way to cure hiccups: take a mouthful of water, flip your upper body upside down (usually over the couch) and swallow. It’s ALWAYS worked for me.♥ 0source record 4278

Difficult to explain in text but you can stop hiccups by creating tension in your diaphragm and sort of push downwards as if you are swallowing something.♥ 0source record 4280

if you’re about to sneeze but you don’t want to, press your tongue against the roof of your mouth really hard and rub it back and forth a bit. it stops me sneezing like 90% of the time, so not bad! inversely, if you need to sneeze but can’t you can usually make yourself sneeze by looking at a bright light (i feel like most people know that one though).♥ 0source record 4374

If you have hiccups, take a drink of water but hold it in your mouth for a moment. Then, block your ears closed with your pointer fingers and hold your nose closed with your pinkies. Then, swallow the water.♥ 0source record 4388

sugar for hiccups♥ 0source record 4415

tsp of yellow mustard to cure hiccups♥ 0source record 4467

if you wanna stop hiccuping tell yourself you’re not a fish♥ 0source record 4509

if you are on the verge of a sneeze, picture an elephant/think about its skin and it goes away. (obviously not if you're sick)♥ 0source record 4541

Pinching a straw to where it’s pretty hard to drink from and chugging a glass of water thru it to get rid of hiccups♥ 0source record 4544

Sipping just air through a straw to cure hiccups. Does the trick every time♥ 0source record 4558

A spoonful of yogurt will completely get rid of hiccups♥ 0source record 4570

A spoonful of peanut butter cures the hiccups!♥ 0source record 4593

I sing to get rid of hiccups♥ 0source record 4601

For that annoying sneeze that wont come out look at a bright light or the sun for a while and you’ll sneeze guaranteed 🤧♥ 0source record 4606

Drinking water through a paper towel (like the paper towel on top of the cup) to get rid of hiccups. Works every single time I've ever tried it. For me and others♥ 0source record 4620

THE hiccup cure is just drinking a whole glass of water slowly (!!) without stopping. you can of course pause and breathe through your nose but don't put the glass down until it's finished. it's kind of a forced "reset"♥ 0source record 4642

drinking from the wrong side of the glass to solve hiccups.♥ 0source record 4670

I get really annoying headaches when i get hiccups (and when i get them, i get them all day long and then again nothing for weeks) so i try to get immediatly rid of them and I tried so many ways! i found a way that works every time. you have to be in a sitting or standing position for this. slowly breath out and then drink something in the tiniest little gulps you can until u need to breath really badly again. it helps 100% - at least for me.I hope this helps someone too.♥ 0source record 4672

Swallow a packet full of sugar to get rid of hiccups. Someone said it to me once as a joke and it has worked every time since, that was like 8 years ago.♥ 0source record 4710

Swallowing a tablespoon of sugar gets rid of stubborn hiccups. It works for me every time. You have to really work and force yourself to swallow as much as possible in one motion♥ 0source record 4727

I say "Pink Grapefruit " when i feel like i need to sneeze and 90% of the time that smeeze feeling goes away.♥ 0source record 4784

Telling yourself "I am not a fish" to get rid of hiccups. Not an guarantee, but oddly works a lot.♥ 0source record 4788

My cure for hiccups is a spoonful of sugar. Works every time.♥ 0source record 4855

someone told me that when you get the hiccups you’re supposed to tell yourself “i am not a fish” and they go away? idk something to do with evolution. well i had my opportunity to try it yesterday, and it actually worked right away..♥ 0source record 4869

A spoonful of sugar to make hiccups go away♥ 0source record 4903

Pressing the part between your nose and top lip helps you stop a sneeze. Very effective when you're in a meeting and don't want to sneeze♥ 0source record 4949

Saying” I am not a goldfish” to instantly stop hiccups♥ 0source record 4950

You can cure hiccups by singing during a hand stand. It's fun and it works.♥ 0source record 4977

Blocking your ears and drinking a glass of water will stop hiccups. 100% effective♥ 0source record 4988

drinking sparkling water stopped my hiccups instantly♥ 0source record 5058

The ONLY thing that works for me to get rid of hiccups is to drink nine, SPECIFICALLY nine sips of water♥ 0source record 5068

if you have hiccups drink a small quantity 1 tablespoon of water seven times.its gone works everytime.Dont give long gaps.♥ 0source record 5113

When I have hiccups, I put my fingers in my ears to clog them for 30+ seconds. It helps :)♥ 0source record 5129

to stop from sneezing push directly between your eyebrows in the middle. there's a pressure point there that helps relieve the sneeze. ✌✌♥ 0source record 5138

for hiccups i just take sips of water for like 20-30 seconds, no need for any extras like closing my nose or ears. tiny, !consistent! sips and controlled, slow breathing through your nose every few sips do the trick.♥ 0source record 5146

You can stop a sneeze by closing your eyes and rubbing your eye lids.♥ 0source record 5250

Hiccups. Slowly drinking the tiniest sip, continuously, for the duration of like 3-5 hiccups. I feel like the body has a sort of survival override mechanism that forces the glitch to stand down while there's fluids near the airway. Least that's how I imagine it😅♥ 0source record 5282

When someone gets hiccups say 'You are not able fish'. Honestly it works♥ 0source record 5332

when I have hiccups, I leave my mouth open for a few seconds and they go away.♥ 0source record 5336

Hiccups: hold a sip of water in your mouth, tilt your head straight up chin to ceiling then swallow with your head in that position. Never fails.♥ 0source record 5338

if you get hiccups take 3 or 4 breaths in until your lungs are FULL and then hold for a while, gets rid of them every time! i haven’t had hiccups for more than 30 seconds since i read the harvard study♥ 0source record 5346

everyone says they have a hiccup cure but the only one that I've ever found that works every single time for me at least is the following: hold your breath for 10 seconds without breathing in between take a sip and swallow something to drink. your hiccups are now cured♥ 0source record 5378

Eating a spoonful of peanut butter stops hiccups every time♥ 0source record 5426

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Staying out of the sick bay127 index entriesImmunity habits, masks, meds and staying ahead of illness.

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Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Staying out of the sick bay

How commenters applied it: Immunity habits, masks, meds and staying ahead of illness.

What readers reported: When my doctor told me “don’t eat less.. eat better” and it clicked. I lost 35 lbs

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

✗ Not supportedCorrection: This personal diagnosis cannot establish the mask as the cause. In a NIOSH study of healthy adults doing low-to-moderate exercise, N95 use did not reduce oxygen saturation, although it increased breathing effort and caused mild carbon-dioxide retention. People with heart or lung conditions should ask a clinician about respirator use. Sources: CDC/NIOSH — how to use an N95 respirator · CDC/NIOSH — physiological responses to N95 respirators

⚠ Safety correctionSafety correction: Do not use household super glue for life-threatening bleeding. Call emergency services and apply firm direct pressure; use wound packing or a tourniquet when appropriate and trained. FDA-cleared tissue adhesives are for selected, easily approximated wounds and should not be used with ongoing bleeding. Sources: American Red Cross — life-threatening external bleeding · FDA — tissue adhesive safety guidance

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Wear a mask in shared public spaces

Use a mask or respirator indoors or when away from home.

Change the environment

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I wear a mask in indoor public places. I haven’t been sick in six years.source record 1318

I haven’t gotten sick in 3 years since wearing an N95 mask in all indoor public places! 💪source record 1689

Been wearing respirators (N95/KN95) when I leave home since 2020; haven't been sick ever since 💖😷source record 3571

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Lie on the right side after taking medication

Use right-side body positioning when taking a pill or medication.

Use movement as the switch
Use a sensory reset

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Laying on your right side when taking medication makes it work way fastersource record 2676

If you lay on your right side, pills will kick in within 15 minutes. Takes 45+ minutes in any other position.source record 4524

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When my doctor told me “don’t eat less.. eat better” and it clicked. I lost 35 lbs

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If I have a song stuck in my head, I sing “witch doctor”…. It doesn’t get stuck in my head and the other song goes away too.

posted about 70 days after the source♥ 3

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every shower, everyone should check for lumps in their chest. ANYONE can potentially get a lump and by checking every shower you dont have to think about the last time you checked and can catch things sooner.

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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Immunity habits, masks, meds and staying ahead of illness.

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When my doctor told me “don’t eat less.. eat better” and it clicked. I lost 35 lbs♥ 6,182source record 149

Castor oil. For everything.♥ 8source record 170

well great you gave me something else to over think about cuz now I'm thinking about "am I a narcissist? am I too self-absorbed? do I only think of myself?" and the answer is no I don't think of myself enough I've been in therapy for years because this is a problem🤣♥ 0source record 407

As someone without a gallbladder, this is correct.♥ 7source record 502

No gallbladder buddies!! ✋🏻♥ 4source record 503

I learned it in therapy! I think it’s a common idea, but a very helpful one.♥ 0source record 513

as a therapist- it is called "prescribing the problem"♥ 8source record 528

It’s really true. I’m severely disabled now from Covid. I can’t do laundry or any chores or work or care for my children. I would do anything to be able to do these things again. Health is truly wealth.♥ 4source record 690

If someone cuts me off when driving, I think, ‘maybe they’re racing to the hospital because their wife is just went into labor’. It brings in the humanity of this stranger you’ll never meet and it helps forgive their slights without raising your blood pressure 🤭♥ 643source record 727

They say the muscle in our calfs (soleus muscle) pulls glucose from our bloodstream when activated/contracted.♥ 24source record 923

Eat beans! Everyday try to get 2 cups in through out the day. My blood work was so good, diabetes in remission, cholesterol went from elevated to perfect.♥ 796source record 978

Lexapro. It costs me $4 every 3 months.♥ 5source record 1060

I also fill my mouth with water with the pills in it before I swallow so they are “floating”♥ 1source record 1085

Keep a spray bottle of cheap vodka on hand and spray used clothing at the end of the day to kill odour causing bacteria! It's a hack used by theatre professionals on costumes that can't be washed. You can spray the underarms of shirts, shoes, athletic gear, curtains, etc, and it actually will not smell like alcohol. This way, you can re-wear lightly used clothing a couple more times before a wash. (note, this won't work with rubbing alcohol- needs to be vodka).♥ 319source record 1263

lexapro 🤷🏼‍♀️🤣♥ 100source record 1281

Delicious, delicious Lexapro 🥰♥ 4source record 1282

I wear a mask in indoor public places. I haven’t been sick in six years.♥ 600source record 1318

Works for getting injections or blood draws too.♥ 4source record 1386

Selenium with my thyroid. No more being tired!!!♥ 11source record 1631

For my facial pressure, doing some amateur lymphatic massage that actually makes the gunk move!♥ 44source record 1666

I haven’t gotten sick in 3 years since wearing an N95 mask in all indoor public places! 💪♥ 71source record 1689

After using the N95 mask indoors for a while year, I got diagnosed with insufficient oxygen intake which caused fatigue and insomnia 😢♥ 9source record 1690↑ Open the fact-check

Castor oil.♥ 2source record 1767

If I have a song stuck in my head, I sing “witch doctor”…. It doesn’t get stuck in my head and the other song goes away too.♥ 3source record 1785

any time my brain says something mean to me I internally say "I'm the best and everyone loves me" in response. it has been pure magic for my outlook. I've been doing it for over a decade, all thanks to my highschool therapist who retired long ago.♥ 5source record 1890

Beta blockers♥ 5source record 1924

That's my dad's favorite cure, but with Vicks on underneath the pinned sock.♥ 1source record 2007

Depression can’t hit a moving target ! Get out or move in some way !♥ 4source record 2111

When something annoys me that I know I will have to deal with often, I create a positive response. Huge blue paint spill on road near me. Irked me but now I say “Go Panthers!” (football team) when I drive over it.♥ 4source record 2234

DMannose for UTIs.♥ 4source record 2256

Topical minoxidil. Cheap, simple, works.♥ 4source record 2334

seasonal affective disorder lamp for half an hour every morning♥ 3source record 2339

Wearing Oofos sandals makes me calmer.♥ 3source record 2354

Add don't take away from food, like don't stop eating rice for blood sugar just add fiber to help slow the absorption. and such with other food♥ 3source record 2434

Also my body had rejected deodorant for a while now.. I started using rubbing alcohol and no longer have issues. No odor, and much cheaper/less ingredients/chemicals than deodorant. :)♥ 3source record 2656

Laying on your right side when taking medication makes it work way faster♥ 3source record 2676

Reading all of the Medical Medium books and finally being in complete control of my mental and physical well being!♥ 3source record 2706

Saltwater gargle♥ 3source record 2708

Soar throat gargle with warm salt water a few times a day for a couple of days. Kills the bacteria♥ 3source record 2731

giving your kids tylenol for their fever instead of bringing them to the ER for the fever♥ 3source record 2743

If you have a hard time getting a needle through fabric, rub it CAREFULLY against your scalp and most of the time it'll slide right through like a hot knife thru butter. All I can come up with is that maybe it's the oil on your scalp 🤷🏽‍♀️♥ 2source record 2785

Antidepressants♥ 2source record 2801

Wearing a respirator mask!!! 😷😷😷♥ 2source record 2825

Myofunctional therapy.♥ 2source record 2835

I undo my belt every time I turn the water on to fill the animals buckets♥ 2source record 2839

You can bring your own robe to the doctor’s office whenever you have to get an exam, so you never have to use those horrible tissue paper covers ever again. It’s life changing.♥ 2source record 2991

Dip a q-tip in hydrogen peroxide, hold that q-tip on a zit for a few minutes until the head turns white, zit gone the next day.♥ 2source record 3099

sticking your tongue to the roof of your mouth helps brain freeze go away faster♥ 2source record 3114

The doctor taught my parents that when I was a kid and I still use it♥ 1source record 3123

Loops earplugs because I live on a fairly commercial street, no longer hear the 5.30am delivery trucks 🥳♥ 2source record 3177

Taking tylenol and ibuprofen together♥ 2source record 3189

Rubbing my legs down with a natural rock like pumice stone before I shave! I don’t even need soap or shaving gel!!♥ 2source record 3190

How your own spit is a perfect stain remover for your own blood. I think it has something to do with the specific enzymes in your saliva being able to break down your blood.♥ 2source record 3207

Prozac♥ 2source record 3282

1 Brazil nut per day changed how my thyroid works♥ 2source record 3320

One boric acid suppository to resolve BV. It is a true miracle.♥ 2source record 3325

Bu only the ones sold for the purpose of this… not just any ba pill♥ 0source record 3327

Yours made me think of something that helps with a bad cough — it’s a kind dry heave thing. If your cough isn’t producing, then dry heaving a few times instead of following through will help bring up mucus and relive the cough♥ 2source record 3365

saying "I am not a fish!" when I have hiccoughs. Goes away immediately.♥ 2source record 3385

D-Mannose for UTIs.♥ 2source record 3408

We add onions and garlic to everything possible to keep from getting sick.♥ 1source record 3444

The inside of a bannana peel stops the sting from biting flies ( we call them horse flies)♥ 1source record 3504

Lexapro🤪♥ 1source record 3527

Been wearing respirators (N95/KN95) when I leave home since 2020; haven't been sick ever since 💖😷♥ 1source record 3571

Brain retraining for long Covid. Was shocked when it worked.♥ 1source record 3696

If you have gas, hang off the side of your bed (like a handstand). From an ER doc. MAGIC.♥ 1source record 3750

Baking soda in my water 💦 I feel 💯 better♥ 1source record 3763

Every time something bad happens to me I imagine that it had happened to my kids and I wished for it to happen to me then time rewound and it happened to me instead. Stubbing my toe, getting sick, feeling sad, slamming my finger in a door. It makes me just take everything in stride when it feels worthwhile to go through.♥ 1source record 3771

Gender affirming care. It made me good. Just… good♥ 1source record 3837

Try farting in your pillow♥ 1source record 3850

Ozempic fixed SO MANY of my health issues♥ 1source record 3867

Prozac♥ 1source record 3924

self love doesn't start with love, it starts with acknowledgement and radical acceptance, actually loving is the last step. manuka honey, fresh lemon and real ginger tea for colds and flus and nearly all sore throats. tiny shards of glass in your foot or hand? craft glue nice thick layer let dry and peel gets it out painlessly or pulls it out enough for tweezers to grab. cooling towels that cool when semi wet great for hot flashes/hot days. being physically cool makes you sleepy sometimes a ice pak before bed will help you slip into sleep easier during heatwaves, along that line bed sheets infreezer 30mins before a swelting day is blissful. low iron levels? increase vitamin c with iron enriched foods for better absorption. fat with protien is also more effective than fibre or mass at sustaining satiation of fullness. in an absolute emergancy super glue can be used to stop mass bleeding, it comes with its own side effects but those can be managed/treated whilst mass blood loss can not- also suggested in emergencies is the inner lining on eggs and spider webs? but id have to check. lastly piss soaked bedding/linen/cushions etc should he left to dry in the SUN. vinegar is great at neutralizing the ammonia but sunlight helps break down those proteins for good. caffeine helps headaches and migraines by increasing blood flow, this of course is dependant on remaining hydrated and fed. lastly a cup of coffee a day is actually fantastic for your overall heart health.♥ 1source record 3943↑ Open the fact-check

Tell the kiddo to cough right before a shot and they don’t feel the shot as bad!♥ 1source record 4037

vicks on toenail fungus♥ 1source record 4100

Found out that I didn’t have Yeast infections during the winter when I increased vitamin C and zinc to stave off germs during cold and flu season. Saw a study that zinc deficiencies can cause yeast flare ups. Started daily zinc and no more yeast infections!♥ 1source record 4130

Medication.♥ 1source record 4137

Feet problems. Wear orthopedic footwear around the house instead of bare feet♥ 1source record 4227

Taking echinacea at the first sign of getting sick. Works for me 9/10 times.♥ 0source record 4291

oil pulling coconut oil to help with a hangover♥ 0source record 4328

dab vinegar on age spots regularly to fade darkness and stop texture♥ 0source record 4340

A & D ointment on cuts and wounds, heals so much faster♥ 0source record 4343

I once had a therapist tell me: make a plan. Focus on the plan and stay in the plan until it is done. Do not focus on the results. you do not control the results, you can only control the plan.♥ 0source record 4357

spironolactone has a 50/50 chance of giving you bigger tatas and a smaller nose.♥ 0source record 4360

Wearing a mask♥ 0source record 4366

Castor oil♥ 0source record 4407

Having something cold on the roof of your mouth gives you brain freeze. I haven’t had brain freeze since 2003 since i found this out♥ 0source record 4493

Salt spray up the nostrils when u feel a cold coming on♥ 0source record 4499

If you lay on your right side, pills will kick in within 15 minutes. Takes 45+ minutes in any other position.♥ 0source record 4524

When on a long road trip I always wear a mini pad. That way you can use the gas station bathroom and not worry if there is TP or not touch anything.♥ 0source record 4525

The big O temporarily relieves RLS♥ 0source record 4604

Gargling tap water is almost as effective at gurgling iodine at preventing upper respiratory infections. I started doing it twice a day after brushing and I hardly ever get sick anymore!♥ 0source record 4621

When you feel a nasty cold coming on, eat low carb for 2-3 days and boom no cold.♥ 0source record 4667

Maybe that's why gargling with salt water help!♥ 0source record 4668

Antidepressants♥ 0source record 4676

Raise both hands and cough hard if I choke. It clears whatever was blocked and causing me to choke.♥ 0source record 4696

If you’re ever pulled over, you’ve been drinking and think you might be over the legal limit by only a few digits demand a blood test at the station then vigorously move your body as much as possible during the ride to hopefully sweat a digit out to under .08.♥ 0source record 4714

put my hands under my pillow when I slept so I would stop sucking my thumb 👍🏼♥ 0source record 4729

Going to therapy♥ 0source record 4807

Mirror therapy at occupational therapy. Legit magic.♥ 0source record 4850

Im anemic, sometimes if I stand up to quick I get lightheaded. Heard a trick of squeezing your Buttcheeks as hard as you can whenever you start getting lightheaded-AND IT WORKS!♥ 0source record 4878

To help when swallowing a pill, put one of your arms straight up in the air. Helps it slide down♥ 0source record 4885

T1D: just more fiber. One bowl of oatmeal each day stabilizes my blood sugar like CRAZY♥ 0source record 4912

30 minute of walking does wonders for high blood sugar.♥ 0source record 4914

wearing a mask. haven't been sick in 5 years. it's fantastic♥ 0source record 4925

Beetroots every day lowered my blood pressure.♥ 0source record 4952

Carmex on my cracked heals♥ 0source record 4969

castor oil♥ 0source record 4985

Adderall♥ 0source record 5012

Boron for arthritis.♥ 0source record 5015

mine was two. everyone has one color socks in this house of 4. I have black, my daughter has grey, husband has dark grey and son has white. no going crazy trying to match socks. just pick two of your color. second is putting vicks vapor rub on my kids feet then socks when they have a cough. I can't explain why but it works. did it to my husband, he thought I was crazy but worked, no coughing♥ 0source record 5016

Water went down the wrong pipe and I choked for 5 minutes so same thing basically 😭♥ 0source record 5063

Downward dog pose to relieve trapped gas!♥ 0source record 5067

Introvision. It cured my depression in 2 weeks.♥ 0source record 5075

I had long COVID/CFS and tried the Nikotin patch treatment. back to my old energy levels and it's completely changed my life for the better!♥ 0source record 5081

Wearing a mask in public spaces 🥰♥ 0source record 5101

Drinking orange juice daily throughout flu season to stop me picking up colds.♥ 0source record 5108

Castor oil on my face at night♥ 0source record 5110

Ma’am I need a turbinate coblasion 🥀😳♥ 0source record 5151

CETIRIZINE♥ 0source record 5192

was going off Effexor and if you know you know that the withdrawal symptoms are terrible. Read something random on a forum about taking Advil with Omega 3 fish oil a couple times a day and tried it and it helped me SO much. Obvi not good to take Advil too much, but I really think it was the fish oil that helped the most!♥ 0source record 5208

hydrogen peroxide for bv♥ 0source record 5244

I get esophageal spasms and after a couple of years of random attacks, I read on Reddit to drink something cold, the colder the better and they go away INSTANTLY.♥ 0source record 5257

For morning sickness 😵‍💫 Eat 2 saltine crackers BEFORE getting up and wait 5 minutes! ✨ it blocks the acidity in your esophagus 💛♥ 0source record 5263

Castor oil mixed with lotion is getting rid of my cracks and calluses♥ 0source record 5385

Buying a bidet 😅♥ 0source record 5388

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Congestion, sinuses and allergies102 index entriesUnblocking noses, sinus rinses and allergy relief.

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Congestion, sinuses and allergies

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Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Congestion, sinuses and allergies

How commenters applied it: Unblocking noses, sinus rinses and allergy relief.

What readers reported: Taking an antihistamine when I’m PMSing.

Limit: Flonase on itchy bug bites when hydrocortisone doesn’t work. I use it for terrible noseeum bites that last for 3 weeks.

⚠ Safety contextSafety context: Nasal rinsing may ease some cold or allergy symptoms, but this comment overstates infection prevention. The CDC says sinus rinses must use distilled, sterile, or previously boiled and cooled water because contaminated tap water has caused rare fatal infections. Sources: CDC — how to safely rinse sinuses

✗ Not supportedCorrection: The study measured nitric oxide, not nitrous oxide. In ten healthy participants, nasal nitric oxide rose during humming; the study did not establish broad antimicrobial or healing outcomes from the practice. Sources: PubMed — humming and nasal nitric oxide

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Flonase on itchy bug bites when hydrocortisone doesn’t work. I use it for terrible noseeum bites that last for 3 weeks.

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Common approaches in the comments

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9 source recordsRecurring approach

Use a saline nasal rinse

Rinse or spray the nasal passages with saline, often using a neti pot.

Use a sensory reset
Change the environment

See 3 representative source examples

Gargling with salt water for a sore throat and using a neti pot to avoid sinus infections when I have a cold.source record 1093

I am allergic to a lot of antibiotics so a sinus infection can really be a big problem for me. My neti pot has saved me so many times.source record 1097

the study that said saline spray in your nose can decrease severity and length of a cold/flu. we have been doing it whenever there are sniffles and I definitely think it helps.source record 2912

5 source recordsRecurring approach

Apply vibration around the sinus area

Place an electric toothbrush or massage device against the face near the sinuses.

Use a sensory reset
Change the environment

See 3 representative source examples

Ooo electric toothbrush! Use the back of it and put it in your forehead or sinus areas on your cheeks… it will vibrate that fluid out! ❤️source record 3798

OK, I already know you’re not supposed to do this but when I have sinus problem, I use a massage gun on my face and it really helpssource record 5167

A teaspoon of bicarbonate soda for heart burn. Works instantly! Also I use my hand held massage gun on my face for sinuses also works instantly!source record 5368

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Gargle warm salt water

Use salt water as a gargle or throat rinse during a cold or sore throat.

Use a sensory reset

See 3 representative source examples

Gargling with salt water for a sore throat and using a neti pot to avoid sinus infections when I have a cold.source record 1093

gargling with salt water and rinsing your nose with salt water using a neti cup is excellent toosource record 1305

Gargling or snorting warm salt water. My southern mama made us do it with every sore throat and every cold. It works.source record 3536

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Taking an antihistamine when I’m PMSing.

source record 1364♥ 726

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When I have a sinus infection, I don’t go to the doctor, I take alfalfa tablets and it clears everything out. I used to tell people, but no one believed me.

posted about 57 days after the source♥ 1

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OK, I already know you’re not supposed to do this but when I have sinus problem, I use a massage gun on my face and it really helps

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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Unblocking noses, sinus rinses and allergy relief.

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Also Zinc. I think it keeps me from getting a cold or sinus infection and it's not expensive.♥ 17source record 881

Gargling with salt water for a sore throat and using a neti pot to avoid sinus infections when I have a cold.♥ 230source record 1093↑ Open the fact-check

I am allergic to a lot of antibiotics so a sinus infection can really be a big problem for me. My neti pot has saved me so many times.♥ 3source record 1097

gargling with salt water and rinsing your nose with salt water using a neti cup is excellent too♥ 1source record 1305

Flonase on itchy bug bites when hydrocortisone doesn’t work. I use it for terrible noseeum bites that last for 3 weeks.♥ 77source record 1356

it also works on skin reactions to adhesives. wash and dry the area. make sure there's no open wounds on the area and spay with Flonase. I used to be allergic to the adhesive on one of my insulin pumps.♥ 0source record 1357

Taking an antihistamine when I’m PMSing.♥ 726source record 1364

Someone said antihistamines for cramps♥ 1source record 1391

Omg I have been suffering with chronic sinusitis for 3 months! It’s been so debilitating! I’m trying this!!♥ 6source record 1463

I dealt with PF for years, got diagnosed as celiac and I was pain free within a month of getting rid of gluten. So if you have PF that won't go away with treatment you may have celiac, gluten sensitivity or wheat allergy.♥ 1source record 1537

ears nose and throat are all connected so if you have sinus drainage it can make its way into your ears.♥ 1source record 1576

Me on my 5th day of a sinus infection watching this Mmmmmmmmmm♥ 11source record 1598

Diphenhydramine is linked to dementia, please consider a different antihistamine.♥ 8source record 1649

Sudafed♥ 4source record 1698

I had chronic UTIs when I first got married (genetic issues) and half the time it wasn’t actually a UTI it was an “irritated bladder.” Now I drink water with a little bit of baking soda in it when the burning starts and if it stays, it’s a UTI and I go to the doctor. It’s not scientifically proven but it helps me haha♥ 5source record 1908

also blocking your nostrils with your fingers & trying to force air thru your nose seems to work too 😊♥ 5source record 1956

I've been congested for a week now. just hummed for 5 minutes and I'm feeling so much better♥ 4source record 2055

As I’m rubbing my sinuses stop if this helps I’m gonna be so frateful♥ 4source record 2077

Using saline nasal spray every morning after brushing my teeth. Clears out my sinuses and we get sick so much less often since we started.♥ 4source record 2154

Antihistamines!!!!! H1 and h2♥ 4source record 2218

I’m a singer and voice teacher. I refuse to take congestion as an excuse not to sing when 5 minutes of warming up almost always makes you feel better♥ 4source record 2298

Neilmed sinus rinse it is water and salt. it makes any sinus issues almost always gone.♥ 4source record 2307

Probably less tiring than sinus congestion I’d bet♥ 0source record 2314

Great job! Try it twice a day and see how it goes. If the congestion is deeper it takes a bit longer.♥ 1source record 2330

I once had an extremely long-term sinus infection that antibiotics could not fix. One of those sinus irrigator bottles (like a Nettie pot, but squeezier) knocked it right out after a few uses.♥ 3source record 2361

Vicks vapor rub! Hangnails, congestion, cuts, scapes, to short of nail, boil, cure all♥ 3source record 2405

eat 1 Brazil nut a day (if you're not allergic). it can provide close to your daily amount of selenium, which supports thyroid function♥ 3source record 2547

SEEING THIS WITH THAT CONGESTION. I love you.♥ 3source record 2673

…this might have just changed my life? I’m stuffy often. (Allergies). I just tried it for maybe a minute and I got some relief. I’m amazed.♥ 3source record 2712

Isn’t that crazy! I’ve been struggling with postnasal drip and allergies for a decade and I’m so shocked how much it helps!♥ 1source record 2713

Trying this right now because I have a stuffy nose from a cold but if I blow it I keep getting a bloody nose — so this is super helpful! 💓♥ 3source record 2717

Omg I have chronic sinus pain, going to see if this helps it feel better♥ 3source record 2725

when I get a migraine (pain on one side, behind my eye), i take 4 ibuprofen and 1 sudafed. I dont know why it works, but it does.♥ 3source record 2729

Awesome! When there’s deeper congestion or an infection it often takes doing it a few times a day to get the full benefit.♥ 1source record 2738

According to functional Chinese medicine, I drink hot water every morning and my digestion and congestion have never been better.♥ 2source record 2853

I’m 💀 over here with sinus pressure, so I’m going to try this!♥ 2source record 2863

I have such my sinus drainage that I have lesions on my throat, and if this helps, you will be so high on a pedestal 😭♥ 2source record 2896

pinching your nose (not your nostrils together, the other way) makes it easier to clear♥ 2source record 2904

the study that said saline spray in your nose can decrease severity and length of a cold/flu. we have been doing it whenever there are sniffles and I definitely think it helps.♥ 2source record 2912

Eating 2 cloves of raw garlic clears a stuffy nose immediately♥ 2source record 2931

Me seeing this when my sinuses are feeling full 😭♥ 2source record 2934

That’s so funny my sister was mentioning that her son hummed so much as a kid and he has a lot of allergies, so maybe he was always subconsciously treating himself.♥ 1source record 3045

Drink warm liquid jello when you're sick. Or a hot whiskey shot for congestion.♥ 2source record 3068

When it comes to weight, our bodies are genetic set! You can deviate from it 10% up or down but your body will always try to be a certain amount! You can diet all you want!♥ 2source record 3141

Any one else thinking... Crash Test Dummies can cure my sinus/throat congestion? Just me? 🤣♥ 2source record 3147

ice on my sinuses when they swell♥ 2source record 3157

Eating bee pollen to ‘cure’ my allergies♥ 2source record 3185

If seasonal allergies torment you and medications don’t work/help/make it worse, treat it topically, every day (this works for everyone, but if you like your meds, do what works): neilmed nasal rinse, antihistamine eye drops, Flonase (I prefer Sensimist), wash your bedsheets every week, take 1/2 a Benadryl when needed (usually when at peak allergy). This regimen changed my life.♥ 2source record 3198

I started whistling to clear mine up but I’ll try this.♥ 2source record 3300

Oooh! Got enlarged thyroids waiting to see specialist to discuss removal, in the meantime I’ve been coughing and slightly choking on my seemingly permanent post nasal drip… will be trying this!♥ 2source record 3328

Okay so My allergy baby, the one who has all the seasonal allergies has ALWAYS been a hummer since he was very little. He used to get in trouble at school for it♥ 2source record 3380

It’s like a Sonicare for your sinuses lol♥ 2source record 3416

Related: neti pot♥ 2source record 3417

When I have a sinus infection, I don’t go to the doctor, I take alfalfa tablets and it clears everything out. I used to tell people, but no one believed me.♥ 1source record 3447

Using a netti pot to treat sinus or cold congestion. Really works.♥ 1source record 3464

Neti pot clears sinuses , congestion and allergies!♥ 1source record 3485

my sonicare toothbrush will often loosen up my sinuses while I'm brushing my teeth♥ 1source record 3521

Gargling or snorting warm salt water. My southern mama made us do it with every sore throat and every cold. It works.♥ 1source record 3536

Using a neti cup after being exposed to sick people and as soon as I feel symptoms myself. Flushes out the pathogens and reduces viral/bacterial load♥ 1source record 3540

netting pot♥ 1source record 3556

Nasal irrigation♥ 1source record 3601

I take a swig of hot sauce for congestion♥ 1source record 3614

what?! as a chronic sinus headache sufferer, i can’t wait to try this!♥ 1source record 3688

Yes that’s part of it but the research was about producing nitrous oxide in the sinus cavity which is a antimicrobial and which supports blood flow and healing♥ 1source record 3770↑ Open the fact-check

Ooo electric toothbrush! Use the back of it and put it in your forehead or sinus areas on your cheeks… it will vibrate that fluid out! ❤️♥ 1source record 3798

GIRL I JUST GOT CONGESTED SINUSES YOU JUST SAVE ME (sorry for screaming im so excited)♥ 1source record 3818

[account] imagine doing this, clearing your sinuses out so well you can hear again.♥ 1source record 3823

On the topic of sinuses, learning sinus relief pressure points!! Nothing is worse than being stuck in a meeting, class, vehicle, etc. where you’re all stuffy but can’t get up and shuffle everything around to find allergy/cold meds and *then* wait for them to kick in; pressure points provide temporary but fairly instant relief 😁♥ 1source record 3849

When your nasal canal is itching really bad due to sinuses, just bend over and let your head hang for a little bit, blood rushes to your sinuses and makes it stop itching as much most times♥ 1source record 3889

It actually works best right at the beginning. So- next time you feel a little bit stuffy or postnasal drip- do it then. 😅♥ 1source record 3930

thumb in mouth pressing on roof of your mouth and then pressing on the bridge of your nose alternating back and forth clears congestion almost instantly♥ 1source record 3984

rinsing my nose with hypertonic saline when I first get sick♥ 1source record 4018

I have always struggled with ear infections. If I start noticing congestion, I rub Vicks behind my ear and down the side of my neck. I don’t know what it works but it usually does♥ 1source record 4054

a steam inhaler for congestion♥ 1source record 4167

Nasal irrigation literally saved my sanity.♥ 1source record 4198

You’re telling me that the one thing I suck at while singing might help me clear my stupid sinuses? 😳 I guess I’ll have to start practicing♥ 1source record 4212

Lemon water worked for clearing my sinuses♥ 1source record 4222

Throat when I have hayfever, if I ate something crunchy, it somehow really helps.♥ 0source record 4297

Saline rinses are also great for sinus congestion but kinda gross to do 😂♥ 0source record 4333

Floaters.nasya oil . nasya is an ayurvedic practice. The nasyaa oil is available. inexpensively. basically you put drops of oil up your nose. I live in a dry climate so it is especially helpful. I started doing it for my allergies. but, it took my floaters away completely 100%.♥ 0source record 4355

Nasal rinse during cold weather for sinus sufferers!!♥ 0source record 4396

Holding your breath for just past the point where you can’t stand it anymore unblocks a blocked nose. Your body start thinking you’re suffocating and will unblock airways. Try it and thank me later♥ 0source record 4455

Had Long Covid for months, could only work half days. Antihistamines helped me recover. My energy came back to me after only a few days and I was ok again after a month. Other people I know have tried it too, some had to take it for 5 weeks, then it worked for them too♥ 0source record 4470

you could also flip a electric toothbrush upside down and rest it on your nasal cavity for 2 to 5 minutes and it will all drain.... idk if that will work I just made it up but you gave me the idea ima go try it now and let ya know♥ 0source record 4473

Chewing to remove sinus pressure. Like 2-3 pieces of gum at once.♥ 0source record 4526

That does sound good and right I have a girlfriend that always has a sinus affection. I’m gonna tell her about it.♥ 0source record 4633

if you gently push on your nose right where the hard bridge meets the cartilage part, it opens your sinuses a little and can help a lot with congestion!♥ 0source record 4760

When my eustation tubes get clogged from allergies, I just tug on my ear a few times and swallow. Saw an ENT’s video. Best ever.♥ 0source record 4783

that's really cool. it does make perfect sense. it's vibrating the congestion away.♥ 0source record 4785

anyone knows anything that can help with snoring♥ 0source record 4909

Alcohol is high in histamines. Didn’t know I had a histamine intolerance until I took a break from it and now I have zero congestion and my ears aren’t constantly plugged 🤯♥ 0source record 5004

that you. im sitting with a sinus drip and sore throat. will be back in 15 lol♥ 0source record 5072

there's a pressure point around the knee that is also really good for sinus congestion. I have no idea how it works, but it does.♥ 0source record 5134

using Nasal saline♥ 0source record 5143

OK, I already know you’re not supposed to do this but when I have sinus problem, I use a massage gun on my face and it really helps♥ 0source record 5167

Sinus drainage at home: hold your nose and breath, tilt your head back, and find the spot where you feel drainage going down your throat.♥ 0source record 5193

could this work for chronic post-nasal dripping cough?♥ 0source record 5293

Index and middle finger place on either side of my earlobe gently but firmly massage. Can move down to the jawline and back up. 1-2 minutes. Clears my sinuses♥ 0source record 5318

Lymphatic and nasal congestion massage. And going to therapy.♥ 0source record 5352

A teaspoon of bicarbonate soda for heart burn. Works instantly! Also I use my hand held massage gun on my face for sinuses also works instantly!♥ 0source record 5368

Nettle tea is one of the most nutritious herbs on the planet. Drinking a cup has more vitamins than eating spinach. It’s the best tea for seasonal allergies. It eases the symptoms of just about any chronic condition I can think of and it improves skin and hair quality and appearance. Want fuller, longer shinier hair and clearer skin? Drink nettle tea. Can you tell it’s my favorite? ❤️♥ 0source record 5406

Nasal rinses every day! Great for preventing getting sick or making you feel better more quickly♥ 0source record 5430

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Stomach, gut and reflux92 index entriesNausea, reflux, bloating and bathroom-adjacent fixes.

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How commenters applied it: Nausea, reflux, bloating and bathroom-adjacent fixes.

What readers reported: Kefir. When my gut gets out of whack, sipping kefir for a few days straightens it right out.

Limit: Sauerkraut, literally sauerkraut! Had incapacitating IBS after getting my celiac diagnosis. Cramps that had me unable to eat, work and take care of myself for weeks. Tried everything, only probiotics gave some relief.…

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Sauerkraut, literally sauerkraut! Had incapacitating IBS after getting my celiac diagnosis. Cramps that had me unable to eat, work and take care of myself for weeks. Tried everything, only probiotics gave some relief. Read a study about some pills that combined pre- and probiotics, could not afford them and realised that it might be the same thing as fermented veggies. Got my hands on a jar of sauerkraut and my stomach was calm for the first time in two years 30 min after eating a few spoonfuls. Might not work for everyone, but my issues never came back.

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Smell rubbing alcohol when nauseous

Briefly smell or sniff rubbing or isopropyl alcohol when nausea appears.

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Smelling rubbing alcohol to take away nauseasource record 3023

smelling isopropyl alcohol is just as effective for nausea as most prescription medications.source record 3515

Smelling rubbing alcohol when nauseous, it goes away immediately!source record 3741

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Lie on the left side

Use left-side body positioning for reflux or stomach discomfort.

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Lying on your left side to reduce acid reflux.source record 2237

For acid reflux while in bed - lay on your left side and pretend to chew- it starts the enzymes going in your mouth and as you swallow it helps neutralize the acid.source record 2323

Stomach ache? Laying on my left side with my knees raised and an object(I like a soft pillow) lightly touching my tummy. Dramatically helps me with the pain lolsource record 2935

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Mix a small amount of baking soda into water

Drink water containing a small amount of baking soda for reflux, heartburn, or indigestion.

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A drop of baking soda in my water cured my horrible acid reflux I suffered with for yearrrrrsssssource record 3714

A lil baking soda in water for acid refluxsource record 4090

A tiny bit of baking soda in water for indigestion/heartburn.source record 4695

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Kefir. When my gut gets out of whack, sipping kefir for a few days straightens it right out.

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Could this work on airplane nausea? I get sick on airplanes now 😫

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raw ginger root for nausea and inflammation 👌 🫚

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I used to pop a tums after every meal and still felt uncomfortable with indigestion. Then I saw a TikTok suggesting chewing gum after eating instead of using an antacid. It took a few weeks, but I haven’t had indigestion in two years and now I don’t even have to chew gum.♥ 5source record 26

Could this work on airplane nausea? I get sick on airplanes now 😫♥ 1source record 719

Oh see I have IBS so although I like it and eat it regularly it does not like me TMI♥ 0source record 725

i do that too, but sometimes i also think that that person has explosive diarrhea and the disaster is just seconds away. first of all i get that, second it is just so funny.♥ 54source record 751

Wait why would the breath go up? I imagine it going down? Like I breathe in & it goes down my throat n stomach, I think I’m misunderstanding this tho lol♥ 8source record 1169

Magnesium can kind of mess with your stomach at first so take it with food, and you might want to experiment with which type works best for you. But for me it’s been the NatureMade magnesium extra strength 400mg.♥ 1source record 1217

Sauerkraut is a massive part of the Gut & Psychology Diet - good gut bacteria is severely underrated.♥ 0source record 1312

if you're having trouble with a gag reflex, "wiggle your toes and breathe through your nose" helps! I am often wiggling my toes while I brush my teeth 😅♥ 43source record 1380

I’m going to try this, I have a horrible gag reflex.♥ 1source record 1385

Kefir. When my gut gets out of whack, sipping kefir for a few days straightens it right out.♥ 623source record 1440

I eat a heaping tablespoon of raw sauerkraut every morning. I used to not like it but now I crave it, my gut loves it.♥ 3source record 1443

yes so much, u will notice a change super quick on the bloating and digestive health i didn’t believe it till i tried it♥ 1source record 1447

Eating before drinking coffee. Fixed my stomach issues.♥ 3source record 1723

I eat an apple every day. it really helps with my bloating and digestion♥ 5source record 1809

One cup of ginger lemon water for heartburn.♥ 5source record 1960

1 tsp baking soda in a glass of water -- uti relief in < 1 hr♥ 5source record 1976

When you breathe in you focus on letting your stomach expand, and then contract when you exhale. It works with your diaphragm and can relieve tension in your pelvic floor muscles.♥ 1source record 1983

Alka seltzer can make you feel better no matter the health ailment.♥ 4source record 2027

Actual gut friendly foods and real probiotics for many issues but also mental health.♥ 4source record 2036

pure grape juice for all things stomach bug! Drink it if you know someone may pass it to you- I avoid it every time!♥ 4source record 2074

1 tbsp of ground psyllium husk in a glass of water daily keeps me regular and reduces bloating♥ 4source record 2082

you can curb nausea by inhaling isopropyl alcohol vapors♥ 4source record 2130

Drink a small glass of Kefir if you have any stomach discomfort.♥ 4source record 2183

5 prunes a day. there was a compelling study about them helping bone health. my digestive system is now working fabulously 😁♥ 4source record 2196

Pepto Bismol♥ 4source record 2215

if you're in a Healthcare setting and have a patient with nausea or you feel nauseous and about to puke, grab an alcohol swab pad, open and smell it! the smell of alcohol temporarily makes people less nauseous until you can get medicine♥ 4source record 2217

Lying on your left side to reduce acid reflux.♥ 4source record 2237

Soaking chia seeds in water and refrigerate them over night and drinking it with lemon and honey in the morning. Changed my digestion, regularity and suppresses my appetite. It’s a miracle♥ 4source record 2276

For acid reflux while in bed - lay on your left side and pretend to chew- it starts the enzymes going in your mouth and as you swallow it helps neutralize the acid.♥ 4source record 2323

If you have heartburn, quickly jug a big glass of cold water.♥ 4source record 2333

Oil pulling to help get rid of stomachaches and hangovers. Also, actually properly breathing and being hydrated helps with so much.♥ 4source record 2336

Smell an Alcohol pad to combat nausea. It works♥ 3source record 2341

Rolling over in my left side if I need to burp. Rubbing my hand in a circle on my stomach (to the left, then down, then around) if I feel too full/sick/need to move some digestion along.♥ 3source record 2348

Probiotics for heartburn!♥ 3source record 2394

apple juice gives immediate relief for heartburn most of the time♥ 3source record 2429

Acknowledging IBS-D is just nerves misfiring, and telling yourself you have to go to the washroom but not in pain. Pain gets 80% better for me when i do this♥ 3source record 2587

When unsure about a decision, flip a coin. When the coin is in the air, your gut will tell you what you want (or it didn’t really matter!)♥ 3source record 2702

Step stool in front of the toilet. For constipation.♥ 2source record 2753

Taking D-Mannose on first twinge of UTI symptoms, GONE!♥ 2source record 2774

Famotidine (Pepcid ac) stops itchy skin! I could shout this one from the rooftops.♥ 2source record 2792

oregano steeped in boiling water, chilled in fridge, a sip a day & no heartburn, gerd, acid reflex♥ 2source record 2796

Stomach ache? Laying on my left side with my knees raised and an object(I like a soft pillow) lightly touching my tummy. Dramatically helps me with the pain lol♥ 2source record 2935

Pepcid changes my life.♥ 2source record 2962

Smelling rubbing alcohol to take away nausea♥ 2source record 3023

If you feel it in your stomach it's intuition, if it's in the back of your head it's doubt.♥ 2source record 3025

Hemorrhoid cream for under eye bags♥ 2source record 3026

Digestive enzymes for heart burn. Take them with a meal that might cause you heart burn. Amazing. Different person.♥ 2source record 3117

Two. You can come to reduce your gag reflex. I have used this as to not gag around puke and boogers.♥ 0source record 3130

My husband started Mongolian throat singing for this purpose lol. My thing is yellow mustard instantly fixes heartburn.♥ 2source record 3138

If I'm sick and feeling nauseated or even about to vomit, I eat an antacid. It doesn't stop me from vomiting, which is still really uncomfortable, but it removes the burning acid from the equation.♥ 2source record 3155

Slow drivers have a birthday cake in the back. Fast drivers have diarrhea. Empathy will save you from road rage.♥ 2source record 3298

Alkaline water for reflux. Like a fire extinguisher!♥ 1source record 3451

laying on your right side helps digestion and helps shorten cramping pain♥ 1source record 3462

smelling isopropyl alcohol is just as effective for nausea as most prescription medications.♥ 1source record 3515

U have a pressure point below ur kneecap (you’d have to google exactly where) but if pressed n held it will help get ur digestive system movin! Stomachache? Can’t poo? Just want the bloat to go away? I LOVE using pressure points it’s so cool how our bodies have buttons♥ 1source record 3530

Taking zinc the second I feel like I could be getting sick - or if someone in my house is sick. I’ve had nurses and pre school teachers tell me the plain old cheap drug store zinc is what has kept them from catching whatever is going around. Just don’t have citrus 2 hrs before or after or it can upset your stomach.♥ 1source record 3628

A drop of baking soda in my water cured my horrible acid reflux I suffered with for yearrrrrssss♥ 1source record 3714

Smelling rubbing alcohol when nauseous, it goes away immediately!♥ 1source record 3741

Apple cider vinegar (diluted or not) and a Tony amount! For acid reflux HEALING. Drink it every day for a month or so, and healed!♥ 1source record 3751

Holding my thumb tightly inside my fist so I don’t gag while brushing my teeth.♥ 1source record 3961

Alchohol wipes for nausea.♥ 1source record 3963

I can finally get my enormous dog to howl if I pretend I'm about to puke♥ 1source record 3964

Smelling an alcohol wipe reduces/gets rid of nausea. Simple to pack them for car sickness, plane rides, etc. just tear one open!♥ 1source record 3992

I SWEAR by chest or vapor rub for hemorrhoids. it was life changing!♥ 1source record 4027

Sniffing rubbing alcohol for nausea.♥ 1source record 4081

A lil baking soda in water for acid reflux♥ 1source record 4090

I eat flaxseed on my yogurt and honey every morning. No more bloating and I’m finally’regular’♥ 1source record 4097

I drink 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar a day and it cured my heartburn within five days. No more antacids.♥ 1source record 4129

swinging back and forward when constipated♥ 1source record 4196

I keep Listerine breathe spray in my purse for public restrooms. My grandson has a terrible gag reflex and if he smells poop he will start gagging. It helps so much, if the restroom stinks, I use it even if he is not with me.♥ 0source record 4322

Stopped wearing underwear to bed as a teenager. No more UTIs.♥ 0source record 4350

My grandmother told me to chew 20 times and safe to say food digest well and never have been over weight♥ 0source record 4368

Literally jumping up and down for about a minute, when I have a stomach ache. it’s usually gas or some kind of digestive thing and the jumping seems to reduce the pain/discomfort at least 50% most of the time♥ 0source record 4534

Probiotics for IBS symptoms♥ 0source record 4547

A tiny bit of baking soda in water for indigestion/heartburn.♥ 0source record 4695

I used to be nauseous all the time but taking vitamin B6 literally changed my life and I’m very rarely nauseous now!♥ 0source record 4707

Smell an alcohol swab to instantly get rid of nausea.♥ 0source record 4766

Peppermint oil literally helps so many things in my life .. nausea , pain, cleaning door hinges♥ 0source record 4879

George’s Aloe and ginger tea helps when I have nausea and digestive issues. 💜♥ 0source record 4884

Scratch your calf If you need to pee but can't♥ 0source record 4917

grape juice and the stomach flu!!♥ 0source record 4964

Oil of oregano, everytime I feel like I’m getting sick or my husband is sick I start taking oil of oregeno. Feel a uti coming on I take. I either never get sick or it’s not as bad as my husbands sickness. Also I do peroxide in my ears if I’m feel like I’m getting sick. My other thing is pizza cutter, I use it for all kinds of stuff besides pizza, waffles sandwhiches etc.♥ 0source record 4991

raw ginger root for nausea and inflammation 👌 🫚♥ 0source record 5024

Pickle juice shot for heartburn♥ 0source record 5083

Dygestive enzymes cured my bloatedness instantly so gooood♥ 0source record 5223

drinking a glass of warm water first thing in the morning (before coffee ect). Helped my skin and digestion within a week.♥ 0source record 5229

Having a tablespoon of LSA (ground Linseeds, sunflower seeds and Almonds) a day has been amazing for my digestive health.♥ 0source record 5265

Sunscreen and sun protection. Be kind to your skin. Cancer is a monster. Also be kind to your gut. Eat fiber. Stomach cancer is a monster. Avoid processed meats. Biggest culprit for cancer.♥ 0source record 5278

Gum. I chew it when I have heartburn♥ 0source record 5350

Pushing the pressure point between my eyebrows to stop my gag reflex. Learned it from a dentist on TikTok and as someone with a stupid gag reflex it works!♥ 0source record 5383

Probiotics and daily xclear nose spray♥ 0source record 5424

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Aches, cramps and stubborn pain74 index entriesLeg cramps, plantar fasciitis, jaw tension and old aches.

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Aches, cramps and stubborn pain

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Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Aches, cramps and stubborn pain

How commenters applied it: Leg cramps, plantar fasciitis, jaw tension and old aches.

What readers reported: yes! I had carpal tunnel surgery and couldn't use my right hand. learning to do everything with my left hand was a challenge! (there was a guy there that had surgery on both hands and I felt so bad for his wife 😂)

Limit: when Restless Leg Syndrome is keeping me awake, I tie a sock around that foot and it immediately stops 🥰 I've heard it doesn't work for everyone, but it always works for me

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when Restless Leg Syndrome is keeping me awake, I tie a sock around that foot and it immediately stops 🥰 I've heard it doesn't work for everyone, but it always works for me

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Tie a sock around the foot

Tie one or more socks around the foot or instep when restless legs appear.

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Change the environment

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A long sock tied around the widest part of your foot. Stops restless legs immediately! Works Everytime!source record 2454

Tying a sock around my feet with the knot on the bottom for restless legs. It works remarkably well.source record 3373

when Restless Leg Syndrome is keeping me awake, I tie a sock around that foot and it immediately stops 🥰 I've heard it doesn't work for everyone, but it always works for mesource record 4254

4 source recordsRecurring approach

Use turmeric in a regular food or supplement routine

Take turmeric alone or in a food mixture in comments about recurring pain.

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I suffered for years with plantar fasciitis trying everything. What finally worked for me was turmeric supplement. Years later now, I just have some tea with turmeric anytime I get a tinge of stiffness. I have no idea why this is not more commonly known.source record 1543

Tumeric taken long term, knee pain absolutely gone. Fixed my life.source record 2078

I started taking golden honey every day (honey/tumeric/cinnamon/ginger/black pepper) and my hip pain disappeared.source record 2614

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Pull or flex the toes during a leg cramp

Pull the toes back or flex them toward the knee when a leg cramp or charley horse starts.

Use movement as the switch
Use a sensory reset

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If you get a leg cramp pull back on your toes (or push your heel as far forward as you can). Works like magicsource record 1603

I pull back on my big toe any time a get a cramp and the cramp is gone in 5 secondssource record 2595

if you get a charlie horse in your calf, flex your toes toward your knee and it will start to ease up .source record 2784

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yes! I had carpal tunnel surgery and couldn't use my right hand. learning to do everything with my left hand was a challenge! (there was a guy there that had surgery on both hands and I felt so bad for his wife 😂)

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Sore lower back? I used a ball like a harder one bigger one lay on it and breath around your belly button… just lay and breath every time let it go a bit deeper… LEGIT, move it to different areas - helped with lower back and releases diaphragm I put it around my psoas - you literally feel this weird sensation then things just open up and start letting go.

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Tie a sock your foot/feet for restless legs. Tie it quite tight but don’t cut off the circulation. Apparently it gives your brain something else to think about. Works every time….

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I had to drive like a maniac once because of a super bad pain IBD attack. So now I think of that or that maybe they just got a call that a loved one had an accident and they need to get to the hospital ASAP♥ 5source record 32

eating grape tomatoes when my throat is sore. specially the flavor 💣 tomatoes at sams club.♥ 5source record 829

I feel your pain..🤣♥ 1source record 940

It immediately helps the pain!♥ 0source record 1095

I call it solving all the problems of the world when I do this. Its like stadium lights just kicked on in my brain & I'm thinking of some problem (not even mine) that needs solving. Definitely trying the ice pack.♥ 12source record 1271

If you have bunions, get silicone toe dividers. They actually work. I just marvel at them all the time because when in your entire life has chronic, intense pain completely stopped simply because of a $12 purchase on amazon?♥ 50source record 1292

Wait. I get so much numbness, and I don’t think it’s carpal tunnel. So you mean like wrists bent outwards?♥ 0source record 1333

You can also just have the nerve ablated in your arch, insurance normally covers it and you never have the pain again. It's a short 15 minute painless procedure with no real recovery time after.♥ 1source record 1533

This feels goo...Foot cramp, Foot cramp♥ 0source record 1534

I walked in deep snow in boots to stop plantar fasciitis. I Aldo heard wading in a pool with fins on your feet works.♥ 0source record 1538

This also helps enormously with shin splints - instant relief♥ 4source record 1539

That’s a good id…….😫FOOT CRAMP!!!!♥ 0source record 1540

I literally bought the random pink tik tok shop one. 🙏🙏🙏 I seriously hope it helps. truly. plantar fasc almost ruined my life. I couldn't take it any more. I hope it helps♥ 2source record 1551

If you get a leg cramp pull back on your toes (or push your heel as far forward as you can). Works like magic♥ 26source record 1603

1. Tens unit on outside of foot to cure plantar fasciitis. 2. A patient said she fixed her virtigo with large doses of vitamin d.♥ 21source record 1684

20+ years ago. Article on ergonomics and avoiding carpal tunnel. Taught myself to mouse left handed as a result.♥ 4source record 1729

I hold my pee until I’m in pain to avoid getting out of bed I can’t imagine housework would do it 😂♥ 0source record 1742

100 kisses to the sky- fixed all my jaw and neck problems♥ 2source record 1772

Whenever I get a charlie horse, standing up makes it go away almost immediately.♥ 5source record 1829

Tumeric taken long term, knee pain absolutely gone. Fixed my life.♥ 4source record 2078

THE CHARLIE HORSE! JUST STAND UP OMG WHAT A LIFESAVER♥ 0source record 2123

press the tip of your tongue into the roof of your mouth to relieve jaw pain and tightness♥ 4source record 2192

tonic water with quinine. quinine used to be given for leg cramps but the dosage doctors prescribed it in could be dangerous. so, they stopped doing it all together. You can get quinine and tonic water, but it has to be listed as an ingredient. take about 4 oz before you go to bed. You don't have to take it forever, but this kind of thing growing pains and Jimmy legs tend to happen for several nights in a row. I just buy a big 2 L. It's okay, if it's flat. some places sell it in individual size cans. ayurveda says this is related to wind or cold. I mentioned that to my Chinese medicine practitioner and he said in Chinese medicine it's related to fear. all I know is the quinine tonic water works instantly.♥ 0source record 2319

Apple Cider Vinegar. A stubbornly refused to try this because it was counterintuitive. My throat hurt and I expected the ACV to increase the pain. But when I was at my wits end suffering from Gerd, I sipped a capful and got instant relief. And then I tried it for nighttime leg cramps, and it worked as soon as it touched my tongue!♥ 3source record 2352

Green apples for gallstones! I had an attack that wouldn’t go away even w pain meds and it went away w one green apple!♥ 3source record 2395

A long sock tied around the widest part of your foot. Stops restless legs immediately! Works Everytime!♥ 3source record 2454

I struggle with chronic pain/fatigue due to long COVID, and I know a researcher who is looking at how the COVID 19 virus is causing long-term issues, and he found that one of the proteins they think is responsible for the fatigue/pain attaches to the same neuroreceptor as nicotine, but that nicotine more effectively connects there. so now when the pain/fatigue are unbearable, I use a nicotine patch, and that usually starts working in a few minutes. but as a nurse it's weird to use an addictive substance as a treatment 😅♥ 3source record 2488

I pull back on my big toe any time a get a cramp and the cramp is gone in 5 seconds♥ 3source record 2595

I started taking golden honey every day (honey/tumeric/cinnamon/ginger/black pepper) and my hip pain disappeared.♥ 3source record 2614

Trying to get over an ex? Wear a hair tie and snap it to cause a lil pain every time you think of them. It helped me stop thinking of my ex, it almost became habitual every time he crossed my mind and it worked on my chocolate cravings too♥ 3source record 2629

Neck tucks for a frozen shoulder. PT taught me this, and I thought she’d performed a miracle, it relieved the pain and tension so quickly!♥ 3source record 2689

peppermint oil on the back of my knees for restless legs. Instant relief♥ 3source record 2710

I can pop my hips back into place by just squeezing the heck outta my knees, it helps me literally every day♥ 3source record 2742

If you suffer from restless leg syndrome, put a bar of soap under your sheets at night next to your legs. It works every time!♥ 2source record 2773

I cured my Plantar fasciitis by taking Turmeric and wearing shoes as soon as I get up and directly after shower etc. no barefoot walking. I could barely walk at one point and now I can even go without shoes occasionally.♥ 2source record 2780

if you get a charlie horse in your calf, flex your toes toward your knee and it will start to ease up .♥ 2source record 2784

Candied ginger helps sciatica nerve pain to go away♥ 2source record 2802

I have chronic illness and, when I’m having a flare up I yell/ make weird loud sounds that feel louder than my pain and I win!!!!♥ 2source record 3015

Massaging the muscle along my shinbone to heal the opposite frozen shoulder. Plus rolling it out with a hot water bottle.♥ 2source record 3051

Rub the base of your big toe to ease throat/neck pain! Idk why it works but it does♥ 2source record 3132

Tying socks around my instep for restless legs♥ 2source record 3287

Tying a sock around my feet with the knot on the bottom for restless legs. It works remarkably well.♥ 2source record 3373

This week I’ve been massaging my jaw area and my TMJ has drastically gotten better. Just like 10 min on each side.♥ 2source record 3379

Treating a bee sting by putting a paste made of water and baking soda on it. Stops the pain immediately! Turns out bee venom is acidic and baking soda is a base (opposite) which neutralizes the acid, stopping the pain!♥ 2source record 3400

At any inconvenience, rudeness, slowness, hurt tell yourself (and teach your children): “Everyone has hidden pain.” It reminds you to be patient; that you don’t know people’s stories; that someone else’s carelessness toward me is most likely their own internal struggle or exhaustion expressing itself. It makes the world more beautiful.♥ 0source record 3569

Pointing my toes upward, as much as I can, for just 30 seconds or so nightly has gotten rid of my plantarfasciitis that I had been dealing with for 3 literal years (I also always wear soft slides at home to not be flat footed). So easy.♥ 1source record 3609

Ankle pain my entire life caused by flat feet, triggered by standing for long periods, fixed by a forward ankle stretch I learned from a PT. I don’t even have to do it very often. Fixed.♥ 1source record 3622

Massage my forearm muscles below my elbow to help my frozen shoulders.♥ 1source record 3662

Sweet potato’s have potassium. Cure leg cramps. I run . No more leg cramps. I eat 1/2 cup a day.♥ 1source record 3671

Mine is I have restless leg syndrome, tying two socks together for it, or not on the bottom of your foot, touching mine off your knee and suppress his leg syndrome♥ 1source record 3767

Walking with you feet straight helps with knee and ankle pain♥ 1source record 3828

Sciatic nerve pain can be healed by the Curtis Technique . Mine is horrible sometimes, then I find the spot and massage and I can walk again. It’s wild♥ 1source record 3877

If you look up plantar fasciitis pressure points, and do those they really do work♥ 1source record 3950

When I get nerve pain in my neck, I reach across my head with the opposite hand and push with my head against the hand. It is super helpful. I saw a PT do it here on TikTok.♥ 1source record 4030

when Restless Leg Syndrome is keeping me awake, I tie a sock around that foot and it immediately stops 🥰 I've heard it doesn't work for everyone, but it always works for me♥ 1source record 4254

Laying on my side, legs stacked and bent , Pressing down on my top bent knee, to fix hip pain♥ 0source record 4284

Spray magnesium for muscle, leg and foot pain before bed. Total game changer.♥ 0source record 4389

Pressure point relief for muscle pain!♥ 0source record 4419

I used to get horrible cramps that made me throw up from the pain I started drinking raspberry leaf tea and they are completely gone♥ 0source record 4488

You know when you get a little cut inside your mouth and it turns into a sore? Honey. For some reason, it numbs the pain and speeds healing.♥ 0source record 4511

“The pain of discipline is better than the pain of regret”♥ 0source record 4607

had terrible back pain for years. paid for a $300 slow paced program and it saved my life!♥ 0source record 4733

hot water will burst painful cysts. Just position the shower head above the cyst and let the hot water trickle down. within an hour the pain will be gone♥ 0source record 4859

heating pad in the bed resolves any bad day♥ 0source record 4939

Walking backwards up a small hill to treat knee pain♥ 0source record 4972

SI joint pain. Squeeze your glutes and pelvic floor (basically a Kegel) for a few seconds a couple times. 9/10 times my pain is gone and if it’s not gone it’s always better. It stays gone for a day or more too♥ 0source record 4989

Tie a sock your foot/feet for restless legs. Tie it quite tight but don’t cut off the circulation. Apparently it gives your brain something else to think about. Works every time….♥ 0source record 5117

I was watching some boring sports documentary, and this famous football player said he took glucosamine chrondroitin, Omega 3s and CoQ10 every day. That's 3 lil pills and a lot of my chronic pain was reduced.♥ 0source record 5224

A female relative of mine has had lichen sclerosis in her gen!tal area. It is extremely irritating and can leave the area cut and raw. There are treatments but it tends to reoccur, its a big deal. The simple thing that changed my relatives life was the installation of a Japanese washlet toilet. Everyone seems to dismiss this revelation. Maybe that's partly because when women have LS they can wash obsessively and washcloths are like sandpaper eventually, so they don't want to hear any more about washing. However the washlet ensures you can gently wash with water during every toilet visit and it has transformed my relatives life. As long as that's the toilet she uses she's pain and irritation free.♥ 0source record 5228

the cure for upper back pains, shoulder blades etc, is apparently just correct breathing.♥ 0source record 5313

Putting my mouse in the middle of my desk between my keyboard and my body 4 years ago. No more shoulder tension or pain from holding it on the side.♥ 0source record 5362

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Headaches, migraines and dizzy spells64 index entriesMigraine tricks, vertigo maneuvers and ringing ears.

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Use when: Headaches, migraines and dizzy spells

How commenters applied it: Migraine tricks, vertigo maneuvers and ringing ears.

What readers reported: Smelling isopropyl alcohol to stop me from vomiting. My neurologist taught me that trick to deal w migraine nausea.

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⚠ Needs contextContext: Canalith-repositioning maneuvers are guideline-supported for diagnosed benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, but not every case of vertigo is BPPV and “perfectly safe” is too broad. Diagnosis, the affected canal and neck or back limitations matter. Sources: American Academy of Otolaryngology — BPPV guideline

⚠ Safety correctionSafety correction: Do not treat a migraine by forcing yourself to vomit. Repeated or forceful self-induced vomiting can cause dehydration, dangerous electrolyte changes, dental damage and injury to the esophagus; a severe or treatment-resistant headache needs appropriate medical assessment. Sources: Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust — harms of self-induced vomiting

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Put the feet in hot water

Soak the feet in tolerably hot water during a headache or migraine.

Use a sensory reset
Use movement as the switch

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Migraine? Feet in the tub with hot water and an ice pack on your head. Not a 100% fix but it has saved me from calling off work a few times and can give instant reliefsource record 2096

For headaches putting my feet in hot water (as hot as I can stand it) and putting an ice pack on the back of my neck.source record 2521

if you have a headache, put your feet in hot water - as hot you can possibly stand - for 5-10 minutes. INSTANT RELIEF. You might still have to take an ibuprofen or whatever to get it to fully subside, but the hot water trick will provide relief instantly and hold you over until the meds start working.source record 2829

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Try a salty intake at headache onset

Use salt directly or choose a salty food when a headache or migraine begins.

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Mine is a pinch of kosher salt when I start to have a headache. Most of the time it will stop it in its tracks before it becomes a migraine.source record 3061

Fountain coke and fries or salty chips for a migrainesource record 3729

Salt under my tongue at the outset of a headache/migraine. It doesn’t always work but sometimes, pure magicsource record 3971

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Press the roof of the mouth

Use the thumb or tongue to press the roof of the mouth for a headache or brain freeze.

Use a sensory reset

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Pressing my thumb against the roof of my mouth to help a headache. I don’t know why it works but it does.source record 1740

If you have brain freeze or a small headache then you can put your thumb in your mouth and press firm on the roof of your mouth. Literally INSTANT relief💕source record 2955

put your tongue on the roof of your mouth and it gets rid of a brain-freeze instantlysource record 3456

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Smelling isopropyl alcohol to stop me from vomiting. My neurologist taught me that trick to deal w migraine nausea.

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put your tongue on the roof of your mouth and it gets rid of a brain-freeze instantly

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turns out if you have a headache and you take painkillers, the headache will normally go away, vs when you have a headache and sit there going damn my head hurts and not getting up to do anything about it 🙈

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Spicy food for headaches♥ 5source record 43

Smelling isopropyl alcohol to stop me from vomiting. My neurologist taught me that trick to deal w migraine nausea.♥ 1,005source record 716

ok but i tried this and jumping gave me a headache♥ 7source record 1142

I got super dizzy♥ 0source record 1400

To stop tinnitus: press your palm against your eat so it kind of seals off & your fingers weap around the base of your skull. Tap your fingers into the hollow in the middle where head & neck meet, takes 10-30sec.♥ 103source record 1508

I hold my nose and gently blow to help push fluid out of my ears. I had vertigo once and the doctor told me to do this everyday. Haven’t had a problem since🤷‍♀️♥ 22source record 1575

Look up videos of the Epley maneuver here or anywhere, it's ridiculously easy and perfectly safe, and designed to get the little crystals in your ear that cause vertigo when displaced back where they belong. IF that's what causes her vertigo, there are different types.♥ 3source record 1578↑ Open the fact-check

I read this earlier today and tonight my daughter just told me that she is having a bout of vertigo! How quickly did it work for you?♥ 0source record 1581

for coat hanger pain: 1. lift shoulder up 2. tilt head toward lifted shoulder 3. push shoulder forward (keeping it up) 4. tilt head forward and back it looks ridiculous but it WORKS. I have hEDS and the coat hanger pain used to give me horrible headaches all the time and I barely get them now♥ 38source record 1606

When I used to have horrible migraines, concentrating on the middle of my brain, just focusing on that spot, would give me a few moments of relief. Thanks to menopause, I don’t have them anymore, but I’ll never forget that advice, It can still be very soothing.♥ 21source record 1656

Pressing my thumb against the roof of my mouth to help a headache. I don’t know why it works but it does.♥ 2source record 1740

lemon water to prevent/help cure headaches!♥ 4source record 2014

Migraine? Feet in the tub with hot water and an ice pack on your head. Not a 100% fix but it has saved me from calling off work a few times and can give instant relief♥ 4source record 2096

[account] throwing up to immediately stop a migraine, and standing up/putting weight on your leg when you have a Charlie Horse♥ 4source record 2122

Applying firm pressure to the top of your orbital bone (just under your eyebrows with both thumbs) eases headache pain♥ 4source record 2214

Hair clip on my eyebrow when I start to have a migraine. Don’t know why it works, but it does.♥ 3source record 2412

When I have a bad headache and ibuprofen isn’t enough I stand in a bucket of really hot water. Moved the blood away from your head, relieving the pressure.♥ 3source record 2441

Yeah, a friend of mine is using nicotine to help with migraines. It is counterintuitive but apparently helpful♥ 0source record 2489

For headaches putting my feet in hot water (as hot as I can stand it) and putting an ice pack on the back of my neck.♥ 3source record 2521

Put heat on your feet to help a migraine.♥ 3source record 2573

Listening to loud music to get rid of a migraine.♥ 2source record 2893

If you have brain freeze or a small headache then you can put your thumb in your mouth and press firm on the roof of your mouth. Literally INSTANT relief💕♥ 2source record 2955

Headache: Put feet in hot water warm enough to tolerate, ice your head (especially wherever it hurts the most). Draws blood down to your feet away from the blood vessels in your head♥ 2source record 2994

Mine is a pinch of kosher salt when I start to have a headache. Most of the time it will stop it in its tracks before it becomes a migraine.♥ 2source record 3061

sniffing coffee beans to prevent or delay a perfume induced migraine. I carry around a small box of coffee beans just for this. works for me.♥ 2source record 3118

My husband has headaches and migraines and he swears by a chip clip on his left eyebrow to help relieve the pain.♥ 2source record 3131

If you’re grumpy/in a bad mood, feel a headache coming on, take your hair out of the clip/hair tie/etc., put on some lip balm, lotion on the hands and take a drink of water. 99% of the time I feel better because it takes away the overstimulation I was feeling from my hair being too tight, lips, skin or mouth being too dry♥ 2source record 3201

low histamine diet. for me, life changing. did not know it was causing migraines, tachycardia, fatigue etc.♥ 2source record 3252

Ice pack on the forehead and heat pack on the back of the neck for migraine! Game changer!!♥ 2source record 3332

Making myself violently vomit to get rid of a long lasting medicine resistant migraine. Works every time.♥ 2source record 3374↑ Open the fact-check

drinking water for energy and headaches 😅♥ 2source record 3404

Ice for a headache!♥ 2source record 3410

put your tongue on the roof of your mouth and it gets rid of a brain-freeze instantly♥ 1source record 3456

Pressure point in between the thumb and first finger. Pinch it and it gets rid of a headache.♥ 1source record 3541

When I get migraines I tie a scarf around. My head tightly and chill and it goes away♥ 1source record 3567

Fountain coke and fries or salty chips for a migraine♥ 1source record 3729

Salt under my tongue at the outset of a headache/migraine. It doesn’t always work but sometimes, pure magic♥ 1source record 3971

If you stand up and feel dizzy, clench your butt cheeks, sounds strange but it works …♥ 1source record 3978

Divorce court fixed my headaches real fast♥ 1source record 4164

putting your feet in a scalding hot bath for a migraine♥ 1source record 4232

Temporary tinnitus relief: use your palm to make a seal against your ears with fingers pointing behind your head. Then drum your fingers against the base of your skull for like 10-15 seconds.♥ 0source record 4346

Eating something when I have a headache. I used to think “no way it has anything to do with it” yep it does.♥ 0source record 4414

Putting your feet in really hot water to instantly get rid of a migraine (but don’t burn yourself)♥ 0source record 4456

Can it help with tinnitus?♥ 0source record 4498

Real mineral water and salt for preventing migrains♥ 0source record 4749

«Tinnitus» High pitch sound in your ear? Listening with that ear. Block the other ear and get someone to speak or find some other sound you can focus on. And its gone.♥ 0source record 4778

Large fries and large Coke from McDonalds for my migraine.♥ 0source record 4829

Icing my head and back neck as soon as I start feeling migraine symptoms. It soothes the inflammation before it can get to full power.♥ 0source record 4836

help with Tinnitus please 👏👏👏♥ 0source record 4868

eating carrots sometimes fixes severe tension headaches♥ 0source record 4876

Migraine? Go to bed but don’t let yourself think about anything♥ 0source record 4899

most of my migraines, which present with extreme pain directly above and slightly behind my eyes, can be fixed by icing my neck, especially if my neck also hurts.♥ 0source record 4902

If you feel a migraine coming on drink a full fat coke with two paracetamols (or pain killer of your choice).♥ 0source record 4926

Hair clip on my left eyebrow to help cure migraines (or at least manage a lot of the pain)♥ 0source record 5095

I used to have to crack my neck when it'd lock up, to avoid tension migraines. Tt taught me to look up to the left, down to the right x10 then up to the right, down to the left x10. Releases everything without forcing it.♥ 0source record 5180

GINGER ROOT for a headache or migraine. If it’s a headache, it’s gone within 10 minutes. If it’s a migraine it takes the edge off, after 10 minutes or so I will take another and it’s gone.♥ 0source record 5295

Magnesium Turate has cured my migraines. I have had migraines most weeks since I was 14 and the only thing that helped a little was energy drinks. So after some research I thought I’d try a Taurine supplement and I haven’t had a migraine in over a month! Still early days but I haven’t ever gone a whole month without one.♥ 0source record 5320

alcohol swab for nausea. one of my kids has cyclical vomiting with abdominal migraines. they are life savers.♥ 0source record 5325

I don’t know if it’s going to work for me, but someone told me today they dissolve cream of tartar under their tongue and it helps with migraines♥ 0source record 5361

Drinking one litre of water to make a headache go away♥ 0source record 5370

I hold an ice cube against the roof of my mouth til it melts when I feel a headache coming on. Works most of the time!♥ 0source record 5381

Vitamin b2 400 mg every day ended all my migraines♥ 0source record 5452

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Calming a nervous system in revolt652 records · 5 sub-topicsWays commenters talk a panicking nervous system down.

Outsmarting the anxious brain263 index entriesMental moves that interrupt worry, panic and rumination.

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How commenters applied it: Mental moves that interrupt worry, panic and rumination.

What readers reported: Burnt toast theory greatly lessons my ‘being late’ anxiety!

Limit: “Wishcraft”, a great book about making decisions, evaluating. So good. She says there are two types of fear. One is anxiety about the unfamiliar, failure, etc. One is more like existential fear which means this could badly injure you, etc.…

✗ Not supportedCorrection: Small trials have studied propranolol before trauma-memory reactivation, but the treatment is not established as a cure. VA researchers describe it as promising and explicitly call for replication and longer-term follow-up. Sources: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs — PTSD Research Quarterly

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“Wishcraft”, a great book about making decisions, evaluating. So good. She says there are two types of fear. One is anxiety about the unfamiliar, failure, etc. One is more like existential fear which means this could badly injure you, etc. It’s a warning from deep inside. So if you can sort those, fear is a guide.

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1. This might not work for everyone, but I buy all my clothes, underclothes, accessories, and outerwear in 1 color. Everything goes with everything. 2. I would always feel overwhelmed with housework. So I decided what my “staples” were that bothered me the most when they aren’t done, and sorted it by what needs to be done daily and weekly. Those are the only things I push myself to get done. Everything else is a bonus and I don’t care if/when it gets done. It keeps me from spiraling and activating my perfectionist tendencies.

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Ask what the next thought will be

Interrupt rumination by wondering what thought will appear next.

Give attention a neutral target

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When I am ruminating and starting g to spin out, just asking myself, hmm, I wonder what my next thought will be? Then my mind goes blank for a couple seconds. If I do that a few times I can often break the cycle.source record 791

Thinking: “I wonder what my next thought is going to be?” when stressed out or needing a “reset”. It’s wild.source record 1585

It happens, I fixate on things. If I simply can’t get a thought out of my head, I stop, close my eyes for a second and say to myself ‘I wonder what my next thought will be.’ All thoughts disappear. Try it. You’re no longer angry, stressed, or consumed by that thought because it’s gone.source record 2711

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Relabel nervousness as excitement

Replace the word anxious or nervous with excited in self-talk.

Change the sentence
Swap instead of subtract

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I made one for when I am anxious to tell myself, I am not anxious I am actually excited. It works!source record 1354

Anxiety and excitement are the same physiological responses, categorized by your brain! So if I’m anxious or nervous I repeat “I’m not nervous I’m excited!” until my brain believes it and it usually only takes a couple minutes! (Also, this is why when people go on say roller coasters on first dates, they think their connection is AMAZING)source record 1401

When I feel anxious, I repeat over and over to myself that I am excited. It switches the fear off! I learned it from a random video on heresource record 2242

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Give the anxious or intrusive voice a name

Name the brain, OCD, or an intrusive thought and address it as a separate character.

Change the sentence

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I also have OCD! I named it “Ginny” and now, when the thoughts or my impulses look like they’re gonna act up, I can yell at Ginny. “Ginny, no one would get that, stop being weird and interrupting me.” It’s been weirdly helpful?source record 571

I just named my ocd so I just yell “shut up Richard” periodically 😂source record 1916

Naming your brain and talking to/about it like it's its own entity. Mine is named Gloria and she means well but often overreacts. :) I can also tell her to chill out if she's spiraling or blame her when she makes me do something silly.source record 2340

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Describe immediate sensory details

Shift attention to concrete things that can be sensed or physically described.

Use a sensory reset
Give attention a neutral target

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‘A thought is just a thought.’ Not a fact, not an accurate prediction, not a useful rumination. It’s just a thought. And thoughts come and go. Next: ‘what is actually real right now?’ And utilize your senses to list things that are real and engage with one of them. No need to push the bad thought away. Just acknowledge its presence and move on to something real.source record 3888

When I start to panic or have an intrusive thought, I immediately grab something near me and describe what it feels like. I do it with up to five things but I usually don’t need to get that farsource record 4579

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Burnt toast theory greatly lessons my ‘being late’ anxiety!

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im here on a mission to spread the gospel, if you struggle with self confidence, i recommend a song my friend wrote -BunnyDoc- sorry, its on spotify and pretty much everywhere else and its legit first time I have heard something so relatable, with my anxiety and constant stress and apologising for my bare existence. I really recommend 👌

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Only worry about today’s problems today, tomorrow’s problems are not my business right now.

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When I start thinking/worrying about things from work “I’m not getting paid to think/worry about this”♥ 5source record 35

When I have to do something that makes me anxious, I say, "People do scary things all the time" (I also often mutter "I hate this. It's almost over. but I don't think that as helpful)♥ 2source record 111

Dr Michael j greenberg’s article “how to stop ruminating” got rid of a huge portion of my anxiety♥ 4source record 118

Singing out loud reduces stress levels and ruminating thoughts. I will sing out loud as I get ready in the morning and it sets the tone for the day on a more positive note.♥ 5source record 140

Yes! A similar one for me was “often people should worry more about what they include in their diet than what they exclude.” As in: focus on including more nutrient-dense food and appropriate macros, don’t focus only on eliminating “junk”♥ 3source record 155

I get what you’re saying but as a depressed/anxious person I would literally do nothing if I didn’t force myself to do things I don’t want to do lol!!!♥ 20source record 451

See that just sounds stressful. Like one more thing I’m failing…♥ 5source record 462

This is a super helpful mindset to try to shift to for me. I really struggle with the “do it 100% or not at all” mentality and it ends up giving me anxiety bc the task seems too overwhelming and nothing gets done. I appreciate this comment!♥ 116source record 492

I assume strangers have good intentions. They are driving slow? Maybe they are delivering a cake to their grandma and don’t want to mess it up. They were short with me? Maybe they are just having a bad day, I’ll pray for them. It’s made me a less stressed person.♥ 3,708source record 499

Honestly: naming the emotion you’re experiencing. A few minutes later it’ll always just carry a bit less weight.♥ 2,935source record 514

fellow autist here 👋🏻 i have the same issue naming emotions, so instead, i try to find where i feel sensations in my body. that way i dont feel the pressure to find that emotion (which i'll then spiral bc it's not the "right one") but i can alleviate anxiety/depressive/overwhelm symptoms bc they're more tangible♥ 4source record 516

I have OCD and can easily spiral from ruminating, and if it gets too much for me I yell Security! like for the bouncers to come and kick out the bad thought. it works most of the time so that's something lol♥ 3,288source record 566

when I'm feeling socially uncomfortable, I now project that shyness onto the people around me. I'M not anxious. THEY are anxious and need me to be supportive and kind to help them break out of their shell.♥ 22source record 574

Yes!!! I read that somewhere before and now I do it when I’m feeling anxious. It really works.♥ 1source record 588

Internal monologue helps with intrusive thoughts. It’s like a toddler that I have to discipline in my mind. It works.♥ 6source record 593

If I’m feeling anxious I eat something frozen or sour (bonus points if it’s both) and it helps me release the tension.♥ 6source record 630

I always imagine someone older being stressed about driving or really sad about something. I’m immediately telling myself it’s fine. I’ll get there eventually. I hope their day gets better.♥ 2source record 732

I sometimes have to chant the name of whatever task I’m doing so I don’t get distracted.♥ 940source record 768

I would be chanting 8 things.♥ 3source record 777

When things don’t go right, especially on a trip, I say, “We’re on an adventure!” And then I don’t stress about making a wrong turn, running late, a flight getting canceled, etc. Because now it’s an interesting memory!♥ 153source record 886

Health anxiety-I told myself I needed to wait 7 days before freaking out or going to the doctor. Most everything has resolved within that time frame.♥ 279source record 895

I like the idea of have a day/time limit. It’s a tiny feeling of control. My health anxiety was getting really bad that I needed something to guide my thoughts and actions. It really has helped me.♥ 3source record 898

It’s incredibly simple but naming the issue, what is happening to me, as in being exact about the emotion or issue. This helps me “know” so then I can find information and resources to support or fix the issue. Example I was having severe pain in my right foot. Found out it was plantar fasciitis. Pain progressed so with more research found out it was plantar fasciitis and bone spurs and Achilles Tendinitis. Now I’m giving my foot the support it properly needs and though I’m not healed/recovered yet, I am in the process of healing and I’m not in pain, I do have discomfort but I can function. I don’t have anxiety over it anymore. Lastly naming the issue helps me not be afraid as an added bonus.♥ 6source record 918

Works every time! I even have hairstyles for them that I wouldn’t personally wear and playlists for music they’d listen to 😆♥ 2source record 938

credit for this one goes to KC Davis btw. and when i say you can only do one at a time, i literally mean that. the example she gave was imagine you hire a housekeeper and a professional organizer, and the three of you decide to tackle a room together (with you tidying), first doing the dresser. you would all be tripping over each other because the organizer is taking everything out to sort it and create a system while youre trying to put things into the drawer, while the housekeeper is trying to clean the drawer. now imaginr you're all three of those roles. you can see now how you can only do one of those at a time. you may be able to shift between them, yes. but you have to make that decision to do so, which then removes you from the previous task, even if temporarily. so decide which youre doing in the moment and just do that. dont worry about thebothet stuff or let yourself get SQUIRREL'd into something else♥ 9source record 949

dont assume anything. let people explicitly tell you what they want/need/think. feel like your partner is upset about something? youve asked if everythings ok and they said "fine"? take that at face value. dont read into it or try to read their thoughts. they can use their words to express themselves once theyre ready to talk to you like an adult. also, if you're upset at someone and they ask if everythings ok and its not, dont lie. if youre not ready to talk about it yet, thats fine, but say something like "no, but im not ready to talk about it yet. i need a little time to calm down and self regulate then we can talk about it. but we are ok. im just frustrated at the situation." and actually follow up with them when you say you will. dont calm down and then pretend nothing happened.♥ 76source record 966

This, but with audiobooks and walking!♥ 5source record 974

if i’m feeling anxious i talk to myself in the third person. i’ll say, molly you can do this instead of i can do this. and somehow i am able to believe it if it’s third person. when it’s first person its easier to dismiss somehow. 🤷‍♀️♥ 361source record 997

I think of anxiety as a little grumpy creature that’s sitting on my shoulder whispering nasty stuff to me. I then physically brush him off or tell him off or chew him out. Anything to remind myself that I’m in control not the creature.♥ 7source record 1017

Many years ago in the early 00s i came home from school and Oprah was on and had a guest that had been a soul survivor of a plane crash and he had this great story about seeing souls leaving their bodies and some were dim and some were super bright and that was when I started making sure I lived in a way that is someone saw my soul it would be bright. Makes it easy to make good decisons ❤️♥ 196source record 1054

I’m gonna tell my grandson this he’s almost 11 and recently learned what intrusive thoughts were♥ 0source record 1130

I accidentally quit caffeine when I had the flu and nothing tasted good. When I came out of it I realized I hadn’t had any caffeine in weeks, which explained the horrible headaches that I had attributed to the flu. Decided to stick with it in the interest of saving $$… well, it has singlehandedly made the BIGGEST positive difference in my mental health and anxiety.♥ 12source record 1224

If you’re too fidgety and anxious for traditional meditation, like me, it’s okay to pick one chill song that you like and “meditate” the song. Put it on, focus on only the sound of the song, and just listen. If you start thinking about other things, pause the thought and say “you can come back to me after my song.”♥ 78source record 1226

I was just going to comment that I used to do this when I had panic attacks.♥ 1source record 1248

bet this would work for anxiety attacks too♥ 4source record 1252

I think it elicits the diving reflex. I could be wrong. Very helpful to staunch anxiety.♥ 2source record 1272

I wonder why? I always eat a few bites and it calms my brain.♥ 1source record 1276

Told myself to allow myself to freak out during my panic attacks. As soon as I would tell myself that when they came on they instantly went away. I haven’t had a panic attack in many years♥ 34source record 1288

I acknowledge that I'm about to have a panic attack and start nesting - I tell myself: "we're going to have a panic attack, let's grab a pillow. And we will need a warm blanket. Should also make a hot drink. Maybe some water" and so on. By the time my comfy space is finished - the panic attack passed already 😅♥ 4source record 1289

"No wrong answer: [question]" If I think my partner might overthink something, but it's not a loaded question, and Im looking for an answer, I'll preface it with "no wrong answer"♥ 48source record 1294

If you’re upset, stressed, overwhelmed, do something that keeps your hands busy but mind free. Cleaning, crochet, sewing. Helps process and you’ll have a clean house of something cool when it passes and you’ll feel better.♥ 54source record 1327

I deal with a large number of sick and angry people on a daily basis so if I have a negative interaction with someone I give them the negative energy they helped create with them when they leave (I will literally imagine popping it into their paper bag) and save myself the stress of having to carry that negativity with me all day.♥ 27source record 1334

I made myself a catchy short hype song I sing it when I get up every morning.♥ 55source record 1351

I made one for when I am anxious to tell myself, I am not anxious I am actually excited. It works!♥ 2source record 1354

i only buy black ankle socks. different brands-same style and color. never have to "match" socks or worry about the lost ones. 🤷🏾‍♀️started doing this with my kids too recently and surprise surprise they always have a matching pair of socks lol♥ 22source record 1387

Burnt toast theory greatly lessons my ‘being late’ anxiety!♥ 8,823source record 1422

Breaking up with my ex and going low contact with my family. I barely get colds etc anymore and if I do it’s not half as bad as it used to be. I’m convinced they gave me chronic stress induced immunosuppression♥ 14source record 1486

Superman posing and stretching before bed. I know I prep well for interviews but I’m convinced Superman pose landed me all the interviews I’ve gotten hired from, takes 90% of my stress out of the interview.♥ 8source record 1524

Thinking: “I wonder what my next thought is going to be?” when stressed out or needing a “reset”. It’s wild.♥ 11source record 1585

This also helped our rescue pup with bad separation anxiety!♥ 1source record 1610

I heard that 80% of the things we worry about don't actually happen. Helps relieve the anxiety because it most likely won't happen.♥ 10source record 1637

Except then there's some that figure they have to worry about everything so it doesn't happen.😬😆♥ 0source record 1638

Counting backwards from 101, odd numbers only when anxiety is coming on, fixes it at the latest by 27♥ 8source record 1646

Taking an antihistamine every morning helps my anxiety♥ 65source record 1647

You should look at healing your gut! That’s what was the cause of my anxiety - a poor gut and gluten intolerance♥ 1source record 1648

I tried this but found myself overthinking it (classic) because I was reusing the same word too often, or picking words that were too short, or words that always ended with the same letter. 🙃♥ 2source record 1671

No serious conversation after 9pm. I have a tendency to ruminate and spiral after the world gets quiet, so if I start in with ye old "Sometimes I feel like a burden" my husband goes "It's after 9" and if it's still bothering me in the morning, then we can talk through it♥ 4source record 1713

I have PTSD and it's gotten much worse lately. I downloaded a water pouring game on my phone. When things get bad I take a minute and play that game. it makes me focus on that. it's simple, not stressful and it clears my head of everything else.♥ 2source record 1773

My grandma was a psychiatrist nurse and when I was little, she told me that when I couldn't stop worrying/obsessing over something to tell my brain "Brain, I am the boss. You don't tell me what to do, I tell you what to do." I know it doesn't make complete sense, but it works. I have OCD, and it's because of this trick that I've been able to function and manage it my whole life without medication.♥ 5source record 1824

For bad memories that keep popping up, I say out loud, "We don't live there anymore". I'm not going to worry about why it's always "we" and never "I" because I am not a professional and it works 😂♥ 5source record 1849

Shifting my eyes from left to right quickly to reduce my anxiety immediately.♥ 5source record 1909

I just named my ocd so I just yell “shut up Richard” periodically 😂♥ 5source record 1916

If I'm having anxiety about a decision, ask myself if it will be important in five years. Usually, the answer is no. If it's yes, what would my future self want me to do now or what advice would I give to my best friend?♥ 5source record 1917

massaging my ears! First I get the actual pressure points, then I kinda freestyle and massage all around them where it feels good. It was the missing piece in finally learning emotional regulation♥ 5source record 1949

Slowing down my walking in the grocery store or talking (only a little) when talking with people has cleared up about 30-40% of the anxiety issues i’ve been dealing with since childhood 💁🏽‍♀️🙂♥ 5source record 1952

when my mind goes squirrely (overthinking, cant shut it off on bed, cant concentrate) I think about something logistical. I'll plan a trip or plan out a new project. next thing I know... im back on track♥ 5source record 1975

If you’re having trouble relaxing, tense every muscle in your body. Really squeeze your tummy, eyes, fists, toes, chest, etc. and hold for a few seconds. Then you can release it all at once. All muscles relaxed♥ 5source record 1979

If I’m overthinking something or really upset about something I go through the questions from The work by Byron Katie and it immediately changes my perception.♥ 4source record 2009

I sing a little song when needed: Everything went wrong (x3) but I am okay.♥ 4source record 2015

I have a habit of overthinking stupid things I have done. (some from years ago) Now I frame them as scenes from a sitcom called, "What a Siily Girl" and they don't bother me. I don't feel in them.♥ 4source record 2016

When I’m overthinking about stuff I can’t do anything about in the moment like when trying to go to bed I just imagine a giant video game controller and hit pause on it. Gives me permission to revisit later but somehow stops the cycle in the moment♥ 4source record 2019

I live alone with my cat. Listening to Bad Bunny on repeat has me only speaking Spanish to myself & the cat at home. I haven’t gotten this much practice in years 😂♥ 4source record 2032

whenever i start to have a really bad menty b my wife runs and grabs lemon juice and basically forces it down my throat. 9/10 times something jarring like that will pull you out of a spiral bc your brain simply can’t focus on anything else♥ 4source record 2083

The thought that your negative thoughts are not real. Dr Amens killing the ants fixed my anxiety. Put in the hard work to rewire my thought process.♥ 4source record 2094

thinking of kittens and kitty cats and little cute things..♥ 4source record 2114

A pilot told someone to think of being in turbulence like jello. It giggles but it doesn’t fall of the plate. Every time there is turbulence I visualize jello and it works. I’m sure you can Google for a complete explanation of the plane and air working like jello.♥ 4source record 2133

Don’t worry, it’s the only time a million people have seen one of my videos so I’ll be keeping it as a kind of trophy for as long as I’m on this app. 😂😂😂♥ 0source record 2141

I hate cleaning the kitchen. I once heard someone suggest that you toss “Medieval Lo-Fi” into YouTube and then pretend you’re closing down a medieval pub and it actually gets me through it with lower anxiety.♥ 4source record 2165

Feeling angry or anxious? Try saying “bubbles” in the most aggressive voice possible.♥ 4source record 2200

When I start spiraling, especially with work or say I have hangxiety, I think will this matter in 5 years, 2 years, 1 year even 6 months? And the answer is almost always no so then that eases my anxiety and also I don’t want to spend so much energy on something that’s such a non factor♥ 4source record 2202

Super sour candy to stop a panic attack♥ 4source record 2210

PSA to those who have Tourette’s or OCD. Do not try if you know this will start a WHOLE DEAL for months, years…. IYKYK♥ 4source record 2219

When I feel anxious, I repeat over and over to myself that I am excited. It switches the fear off! I learned it from a random video on here♥ 4source record 2242

Sour candy for anxiety attacks♥ 4source record 2243

Vaporub for anxiety♥ 4source record 2252

A simple 5 minute face massages a few times a week has taken ages off 💕✨♥ 4source record 2265

Take a picture of my empty bathroom socket so I don’t make my partner turn the car around in case I *might* have left my flat iron plugged in. Just look at the pic and calm my worries ☺♥ 3source record 2349

Best life hack: The "Doorway Effect." If you're stuck, spiraling, or in a fight, physically walk into a new room. It’s a literal reset for your brain!♥ 3source record 2363

Consider the thing I’m ruminating about and ask myself if it will matter in a year. Typically things are temporary (and sometimes even trivial) and probably won’t even matter in a week. So not worth getting wrapoed in-♥ 3source record 2373

If I see someone in public who has the same name as me (a worker with a name tag or I hear someone call them by their name) I always give them a compliment. It makes me feel less anxious when out in public and boosts both of our moods!♥ 3source record 2396

When I feel anxiety or a panic attack coming I tap my chest and it goes away immediately.♥ 3source record 2399

My work schedule can get crazy sometimes and because of that, I wanted to make sure I could wash my bedsheets without having to worry about staying up to do them if I got home late. I bought 2 sets of sheets – that way, when one is currently on my bed, I can wash the 2nd set overnight, throw them in the dryer in the morning before going to work, so when I get home, Ill have sheets that are ready to throw right on my bed regardless of how late I get back♥ 3source record 2417

i wake with anxiety. heard my natural state is for its highest good. my body knows what to do naturally, my ocd thoughts cause the yuck, body reacts to thoughts. keep thoughts on its highest, body will follow. has helped my mornings tremendously.♥ 3source record 2497

play good music♥ 3source record 2501

Doing small bits consistently instead of doing it all at once is better and less stressful in the long run. Like cleaning my room or organizing my desk can be a week long endeavor, but it slowly gets done and is more likely to stay clean.♥ 3source record 2506

I used to get really bad anxiety before going on dates/meeting new people. I saw a TikTok of a girl saying “you can do anything for an hour“ and it’s so simple but it literally rewired my brain. I don’t have anxiety before going on dates anymore because I can talk to anybody for at least one hour and if I’m having a terrible time I can leave lol♥ 3source record 2526

If you’re a little nervous / anxious about something for work or school, say you’re excited about it when you describe it to others. I have convinced myself that butterflies before a big presentation or event is excitement and it gets me pumped up.♥ 3source record 2531

showing as soon as i get home in the winter. warms me up and calms me down. makes my evenings feel actually relaxing and the warmth helps with seasonal depression!♥ 3source record 2549

Chewing or eating something sour when you're feeling anxious. It helps distract your brain and I keep a bag of sour skittles around just for this♥ 3source record 2553

“Don’t put it down, put it away” has helped my anxiety and ADHD clutter soooooo much. I don’t know if this is what you were looking for exactly.♥ 3source record 2569

If I really, really want something, and I’m attached to the outcome, I sing the words “let it go” to myself until I feel I’ve let the attachment go. Then if the thing happens great, what a bonus, and if not, oh well, I let it go anyway.♥ 3source record 2571

I read an article years ago that said your brain can only release the panic attack chemicals for 7 minutes at a time. Idk if it's true, but giving myself permission to panic for 7 mins and then interrupting it, really worked. Over time, the idea of panicking didn't feel as scary, and now I only get one, maybe two a year.♥ 3source record 2575

Laughing helps my tummy stop hurting😌♥ 3source record 2589

Radical acceptance, basically. For example: New things make me anxious — so I plan to be anxious. When the anxiety shows up, I just think: Perfect, this is part of the plan. I also prepare for doing the new thing a bit the day before; laying out clothes or taking a walk to the building I’m visiting the next day. The nervousness then becomes a signal not to avoid the uncomfortable feelings - and they get less hold over me. And when I include those feelings in the plan — or just in my life — everything suddenly becomes so much easier to get done when the anxiety don’t get to be in charge anymore. They fade so much faster that way, when I expect them, allow them, give them permission to exist. Ironically enough.♥ 3source record 2607

Whenever I’m running late to work I say “I refuse to die on my way to work” and it takes so much stress and anxiety away♥ 3source record 2610

So I heard about hat marines have this thing before going into any battle they tap their breastbone hard enough to cause a vibration exactly 25 times. I tried it when I felt my anxiety start knitting my insides and it stopped my anxiety...♥ 3source record 2638

I’m now fine with and actually prefer parking far away for the building/doors bc it’s just easy extra steps towards my count. No longer stressed about finding the closest spot♥ 3source record 2699

When bad anxiety hits, I say “My body doesn’t speak English” to remind myself that anxiety predominantly comes from the body, not the brain. I have to get my nervous system feeling safe through softness and self-care. I cannot talk myself out of it. I have to cater to my body’s basic needs and practice over-the-top kindness to myself.♥ 3source record 2716

If you start to have a panic attack or an anxiety crash out, say random numbers out of sequence out loud and it will stop. (9, 72, 48, 13, etc)♥ 3source record 2732

I walk my dog every day. I used to ruminate while walking. now every time I get to a certain gate I check my thoughts, and if I'm spiraling I try to find something good to think about instead, leave the bad thoughts behind the gate.♥ 2source record 2756

Quiting social media got rid of my anxiety and depression! So simple. I had no idea I was subconsciously comparing my life everyday to everyone’s high light real. Plus now I don’t see ppl dying everyday or the horrible things happening. My body can relax finally.♥ 2source record 2760

Say or think "I wonder what my next thought will be?" when I'm ruminating on negative thoughts.♥ 2source record 2766

I listened to other peoples intrusive thoughts and realized 1. I’m not that weird and 2. Thinking their weird thoughts didn’t get to me so it’s all a mind game.♥ 2source record 2789

moods can be changed by books or music. its so simple. if you read a happy story, you feel happier. Feed your brain with the things you want or need to feel♥ 2source record 2819

That’s why cats purr and why we like it♥ 2source record 2844

Morning walks- biggest stress reliever♥ 2source record 2847

That’s like when cats purr when they don’t feel great♥ 2source record 2865

dancing has been show to be more effective than medication and exercise for dealing with depression and anxiety♥ 2source record 2897

Great tips!! 🥰 I look for glimmers for everything. When I experience anxiety I ask myself what the worst thing that can happen and that’s probably not going to happen so I go for it. Believing everyone has good intentions cautiously. Someone cut me off in traffic, they didn’t see me or are having an emergency. Someone is rude I think about what must’ve happened that morning and am kind anyway but not if it’s consistent. I say oh boy you must be having a hard day, can I help you with anything? Do you need to talk? Usually helps them see either they were unkind or they actually do need to talk and I listen. Not repeat offenders though.♥ 2source record 2947

I’ve found that worrying about everything prevents bad things from happening, and when they do happen I’m prepared because I live in a constant state of fear♥ 2source record 2949

Lavender essential oil helped me quit smoking, im serious. I read that smelling lavender oil helps with stress and nightmares, so I picked up a dollar bottle of lavender essential oil and wondered if it could help me with the stress of quiting smoking. Anytime I wanted to smoke I just smelled that instead. It gave me the same relief as a cigarette, I smoked for 15 years, and it only took a few days of smelling lavendar oil and I havent smoked since.♥ 2source record 2965

Om chanting for healing. Welcome to Gnosticism♥ 2source record 2999

Whenever I'm stressed out and feel like I'm dealing with something horrible, I imagine my future self. She's somewhere laughing and not even thinking about this moment. I work to get to her!♥ 2source record 3028

Anxiety and excitement are physically and biologically the same thing the only difference is ur thoughts. Now when i have anxiety which i sufferd alot i think of things am happy and excited about and i feel no fear or worry but genuine happiness. Best discovery ever, knowledge is power♥ 2source record 3036

When I start anxious spiraling I say out loud “how is this helpful?” And it some how tricks my brain into stopping the spiraling thoughts.♥ 2source record 3076

I had really bad anxiety this past year. ran across a tt that basically said if the bad, racing, overthinking thoughts come after 9pm, they aren't real. youe body and mind are tired from the day, so theyre in overdrive. I told myself this for months. I went from a panic attack every day to not even once a month. changed my life.♥ 2source record 3091

Listening to music for brain health and emotional regulation♥ 2source record 3127

I learned women need to eat within the first 30 minutes they’re awake to naturally manage their cortisol levels. I started doing it and after 2 months, noticed a massive difference in my stress level!!! It also helps me digest my morning coffee better and I no longer crash at 3pm. Science!!!♥ 2source record 3135

If you’re stuck, make it worse. This can be applied to academics, housework, anxiety, a lot of things. Ex: you have a paper due but you’re stuck, make it worse. Make up facts, make up new countries, politicians, whatever, just make it worse for awhile & it will clear the block.♥ 2source record 3146

When I'm nervous/anxious/afraid about doing something I've gotten in the habit of saying out loud "I am SO strong and capable and smart etc" while I do it anyway, and it started off a little jokey/self-teasing but it's really made me more capable of handling and doing uncomfortable things when before it would be a lot of "I can't do this because of xyz" which just proved itself by demotivating me♥ 2source record 3149

I just buy more of things - replacement remotes, chargers, hairbrushes, keys etc. I hate getting stressed that I can’t find that one thing - so now I have many of the things and one will always be about somewhere♥ 2source record 3150

I have dealt with anxiety for quite a long time, and one simple thing that helped was allowing myself to feel. Not resisting, not fighting, not trying to find relief, not making a deal with it just letting it exist and moving on with my day.♥ 2source record 3153

I’m heavily stuck on doing it half assed is still better than not at all AND AT THE SAME TIME (😮‍💨) do it right or don’t do it at all.. I have high anxiety (do it right) and high depression (do it half assed) it is truly exhausting.♥ 2source record 3154

You can get most of the toothpaste out of a tube if you run the tube along a sharp edge, like a counter, to push the toothpaste towards the opening. Works better than rolling and you don’t have to stress about where you squeeze the tube♥ 2source record 3164

Monitoring what I watch/read based on my anxiety levels. No drama shows. They make it worse. Cartoons are best when really bad. They are obviously not reality so my brain doesn’t stress. Anything I’ve watched before is good.♥ 2source record 3173

Put a foot massager under my work desk. When I get stressed at work, I give myself a 15 minute foot massage.♥ 2source record 3211

Warheads candy can stop a panic attack♥ 2source record 3226

It works! Must be what OM 🕉 chanting is about!?♥ 2source record 3256

I have anxiety about if l locked my door, turned the oven off, blown out candles so much so that I’ve turned around to check..I’ve started taking pics so if the anxiety creeps in I can check back at the proof♥ 2source record 3268

I read a book that explained everything that exists we created/gave meaning. Now when im anxious (mostly at medical appointments) i go down a rabbit hole of “we created this building, we decided how it should look, we created the role of drs, we created the system of interaction” etc. and then im not thinking about my anxiety♥ 2source record 3309

Visualization helped me deal with high stress and anxiety really well. I created an image of a place I find safe and peacefull in my mind & named it, when overwhelmed I say the name which instantly opens the image in my mind, mine is palm trees. Might have to repeat it several time because it's not instant and sometimes hard to break the stress event. Takes practice and gets better each time. Add to the image as you go, like add sound or smell or a breeze. hope this helps.♥ 2source record 3323

When I’m stressed at work and ready to go off, throw my head back and look at the ceiling for a few minutes. It resets me! Got this tip from TikTok♥ 2source record 3339

Looking left to right as fast as possible until you yawn. Reduce panic attacks and anxiety♥ 2source record 3359

drink pineapple juice for phlem and chest congestion. helps break it up.♥ 2source record 3420

Wintergreen lifesavers and menthol halls will ground you in a panic attack♥ 1source record 3446

Two things. One, when I get home I do not take my shoes off until I get tasks accomplished. I can’t be comfortable with my shoes on instead of slippers. I know a lot of people don’t do shoes in their house but we have like a lot of dogs so no shoes ain’t it. And the second thing is that I made a tiny cape. So any time anyone in my household is having a spiral about insignificant stuff someone will go “GET THE CAPE” and the joke is now you can be super mad. 🤣♥ 1source record 3469

Hugging for more than 20 seconds. It helps get the good feeling hormones flowing. I hadn't realized how perfunctory our hugs had become.♥ 1source record 3508

When my kids grew out of 800 different colored socks, I decided the only get black and white crew socks and nothing else so I don’t have to match socks. Oh a Hanes white sock in 8yo basket, different brand in toddlers basket, gray bottoms in my basket. Get a hole in one, throw it away, you have a bunch of the exact same ones no worries.♥ 1source record 3531

I have really bad anxiety and sometimes I just focus on the fact that we’re all floating on a giant rock through a galaxy with no other life and nothing we do or think really matters and honestly it helps calm me down so much.♥ 1source record 3603

anxiety meds♥ 1source record 3637

Stopped worrying that I had to sale or donate things. Toss it or put it on the curb.♥ 1source record 3666

Music can put me in a good mood. Easy fix. Depression meds ain't got nothing on cheerful singing and dancing to great tunes.♥ 1source record 3677

I started telling myself "everything in its own time" and it lets me relax and not worry so much about not being exactly on time♥ 1source record 3697

Well cats purr to heal themselves so why not!!!!♥ 1source record 3716

I have to tell myself that worrying about something that may or may not happens means I’m worrying about it twice. If it happens, then I’ll focus on worrying about it.♥ 1source record 3724

There’s this video called the first 3 things a female notices in a man by LCSiGN & it has changed my life. I now repeat the 1st 3 words he says & it’s astounding how well it fixes so many things in my life! Especially social anxiety! ✨🥂✨♥ 1source record 3757

if my anxiety is running wild, I chew a piece of raw ginger. a lot of people will eat something spicy or sour, they do not work for me. But ginger grounds me immediately♥ 1source record 3791

I buy the exact same socks (in bulk). 1 style white, 1 black (same for kids!) Never have to worry about matching socks (or losing one).♥ 1source record 3801

My Grandmother always told me to “put a white light on it”. I use it for parking spaces but also for anxiety or icky situations♥ 1source record 3831

Forced exhalations work well.♥ 1source record 3834

When I feel overwhelmed and in anxiety paralysis, I break tasks down into the smallest possible steps and I let myself just do one tiny thing and then stop. Like moving one dirty dish in my room closer to door when I walk by it.♥ 1source record 3845

Whenever my anxiety is out of control, I take a shower. The water immediately calms me down and grounds me. I usually can then get back to my regularly scheduled program.♥ 1source record 3861

Plan your dinner menu at the beginning of the week, grocery shop for those items only. Eliminates the “what’s for dinner?” “I didn’t take anything out for dinner!” Issues because you have the items to make those meals. Worry about what’s for dinner once a week instead of 7 days a week.♥ 1source record 3875

The let them theory. It really helped me regulate my nervous system and to remain neutral.♥ 1source record 3880

Chamomile tea everyday for anxiety. I have no idea why it works so well for me but it genuinely is the only thing that keeps it under control for me♥ 1source record 3891

Now that I’m in my 40s, I consider my future self before my present self in every decision I make (slow learner here, haha). Want a new dog: does future me have the patience for that again? Want to stay out and party all night: how is future me going to feel for the next few days? Don’t want to work overtime: Will future me be worried about money? Meet someone I may want to be friends with but has a lot going on: Is future me going to want to deal with that all of the time? It really helps me save “me in five minutes” all the way to “me in 30 years” a lot of unneeded stress and responsibility.♥ 1source record 3892

Made an AI OF model and now don’t worry about money😁♥ 1source record 3916

I used a rubber band on my wrist to rewire my line of thinking. Went from anxious and negative (survival mode) to positive, affirmative, and healing consistently. It was a full reset that completely changed my physical and mental health (and life).♥ 1source record 3936

Instead of decluttering an entire room or closet, I just do one drawer, or one shelf, or one cabinet A DAY. My house slowly gets decluttered and I don’t have to worry about burnout half way through the process. I did it about 8 years ago with great success and now I’m doing it again but posting my journey on here. 🥰♥ 1source record 3937

it helps with my singing ✨♥ 1source record 3957

Acupuncture and cupping♥ 1source record 3959

Popping a sour candy in your mouth helps lower your anxiety♥ 1source record 4029

I have a secret code word for when I unplug my straighter. I choose a new random word every time I do it. No more worrying if the house will burn down!♥ 1source record 4072

Rubbing my middle finger and thumb together in circular motions when walking across large crowds.. takes so much of the social anxiety away.♥ 1source record 4085

I saw this on Reddit I think but I hate folding socks, so I threw out a majority of my socks and bought a pack of all white ones. Now I don’t need to worry about folding, just shove them in the drawer, pick two at random and go.♥ 1source record 4123

If I’m getting anxious about something, I’ll ask myself is it possible? Yes. Is it probable? No. and then try to move on from spiraling thoughts♥ 1source record 4144

Once I make a decision, I don't regret it. Regretting it can lead to anxiety.♥ 1source record 4152

“Cry standing up,” as in, go ahead and cry, but keep moving through it.♥ 1source record 4169

I lowered my stress with a job change and no longer want to binge drink/eat♥ 1source record 4171

especially because anxiety is more often than not rooted in irrationality but rationality does not mitigate feelings♥ 0source record 4175

Rocking. Back and forth, side to side. Any sort of rocking. Soothes me everytime.♥ 1source record 4202

if I'm feeling anxious or stressed lying in bed at night, I remind myself that nobody else is thinking about me at that moment. The anonymity is peaceful♥ 1source record 4205

When I’m anxious or having a panic attack I start listing off all the sensations I’m feeling in my body and it almost always dos the trick - if not I continue and make myself explain all the reasons I might be feeling that way and reasoning with myself why it’s okay or out of my control. I think this method works because it forces you out of your head and into your body and gives your brain a safe task to do so I can’t panic as easily♥ 1source record 4207

Making your bed does help your mood, don’t tell people your goals before you start because you’ll get a dopamine rush and then have less motivation to actually finish the goal, if I’m anxious I say “I’m feeling anxious right now” naming your emotion stops your body from sounding the alarm, listening to 165 bpm sound when you have obsessive thoughts. Peeing with your feet flat on the floor and your elbows on your knees slightly bent forward helps empty your bladder, squatty potty works for 💩, walks really do help depression, the worlds greatest stretch stretches your whole body and only takes a minute. Double stacking habits♥ 1source record 4210

silent screaming to release tension in your face/jaw♥ 1source record 4219

I saw a girl on here talking to herself like a child in a sweet and supportive way, the way you would talk to a child who was in your situation. It made me so uncomfortable even to watch her! I tried it and it’s honestly changed my anxiety. Calming myself that way helps better than anything I’ve ever tried.♥ 1source record 4224

Grounding outside in the morning and drinking water before coffee♥ 1source record 4236

The other day I saw a TikToker say -ask yourself "I wonder what my next thought will be?" Mind instantly goes blank. Helps to calm down a noisy mind.♥ 1source record 4247

My grandkids taught me this one. I like to ask myself, when spiraling, is this the end of the world problem?♥ 0source record 4269

Turning off my TV, and NEVER watching any content that has ads was a game changer to my mental health and nervous system.♥ 0source record 4287

The hot stove theory: neurodivergents being told to "just do" something is the equivalent of us telling non-nuerodivergents to touch a hot stove. They could most definitely "just do it." Mechanically, they just have to reach out and touch the stove. But their brain/nervous system stops them by telling them about all the dangers of doing so. Aside from decision paralysis and executive function issues (very real), neurodivergent brains experience the equivalent of touching a hot stove when we need to complete an emotionally exhausting task. Our brains/nervous systems list out all the reasons it's mentally or emotionally "dangerous" to start the action. This theory has helped me stop beating myself up over my difficulty with starting something and being able to work through perceived "danger".♥ 0source record 4305

If you get an insect bite you can use hand gel to calm the itch AND totally unrelated I have a side of fruit or veg with EVERYTHING to up my intake. Having a biscuit I’ll have some grapes too, having some chocolate have an easy peeler, having a slice of cheese have a slice of cucumber or a tomato (etc).♥ 0source record 4309

I'm a master procrastinator and I'm finding that "how long does it really take?" is magically effective for me?. my sister was in the hospital over the holidays and there was a packing hurriedly mountain, wrapping mountain, gift mountain and my already existing cardigan mountain. I spent 8 minutes then 20 minutes and I will get to the cardigan mountain today. I can't express how much this is opened up my life. I was already an overthinker but I broke my arm and covid and they couldn't get it repaired for 10 months so I had to hold that broken arm against my body to move anywhere, especially up and down the stairs and everything had to be so planned out. now when I start planning how I'm going to do things I just get up and say how long is it going to take and get it done?♥ 0source record 4353

propranolol combined with memory reactivation cures ptsd in a few sessions.♥ 0source record 4363↑ Open the fact-check

When you're feeling stressed about something, anything look around the room you're in and ask yourself something like "name 3 blue items" search and name them. Then again "name 3 circular items" look for them and say them. The more you do this the more present you become and less in your worries in that moment.♥ 0source record 4408

When I have a panic attack (happens like twice per year luckily). I speak to myself in third person, like a friend would, nickname and all. When my chest hurts from the apprehension I go "Don't worry Inesuke, it's okay and take a minute to calm down, you're not having a heart attack" and it works WONDERS. Also when I feel down I cheer myself thinking of how my friends would cheer me up♥ 0source record 4418

Doing mental math when I’m on the brink of mental breakdown or having a panic attacks when I’m not in a good place of having one; ”1+1=2 2+2=4 4+4…” it doesn’t matter how long it goes, I’m sticking to it until whatever unbearable feeling goes away… I also use it to help others when I see someone going through it.♥ 0source record 4435

If you have a song stuck in your head then you have another specific one song that you sing that gets rid of it & actually you don’t even start repeating your specific song it’s all just gone 💁🏻‍♀️or is this just me! 😂♥ 0source record 4440

search Sadhguru Aum, do it for example 21 times, it is a helpful practice and more..♥ 0source record 4461

I’ve always had bad social anxiety and now when my brain tells me for example, a lunch with a friend went badly (even tho it didn’t) and she’ll never wanna see me again, I just tell myself, see her again! And if she doesn’t like you, she won’t hangout with you. Bam! Takes away all my anxiety and worry.♥ 0source record 4466

set a timer to be mad/upset. You only get to be mad/sad for 10 mins and then you have to be done. It helped me with my depression. I get to fully feel it for 10 mins and then I can show it off and not worry about it unsteady of feeling a little bit for a long time.♥ 0source record 4479

When I was going through surgery and treatment for breast cancer, I developed a mantra: I was OK yesterday. I’m OK today. I’ll be OK tomorrow. It helped calm my anxiety for things like scan results, blood work results, surgeries, and how far and if it had spread.♥ 0source record 4480

when you have an intrusive thought that is self critical, name it. like pick a name (Ted/Craig/Barbara, The Receptionist, whatever) and tell it to be quiet. it distances you from the thought and Interrupts the pattern. ex: "Thanks but no thanks barbara" or "wow, that's a wild take Craig, maybe we keep that to ourselves next time"♥ 0source record 4546

When I start to panic or have an intrusive thought, I immediately grab something near me and describe what it feels like. I do it with up to five things but I usually don’t need to get that far♥ 0source record 4579

Always when Im stressed I master b8 and it is really effective♥ 0source record 4600

focusing attention on your peripheral vision calms anxiety♥ 0source record 4627

Play a speaker while you’re in the shower your mental health will feel better right away. Dance and enjoy the music it helped my depression and anxiety a lot♥ 0source record 4643

When I’m stressed, sad or angry about something I give myself a certain amount of time to feel it completely and then at the predetermined time I just stop feeling anything about the situation at all.♥ 0source record 4655

Propranolol, took me to the age of 47 to cure bad migraines with a bonus of treating anxiety, should have got this 25 years ago! life changing!♥ 0source record 4694

intense and uncomfortable flavor to interupt a panic attac. if u feel one coming on, before the peek, put a warhead or some wasabi or simelar in ur mouth. ur brain can onely deal with one crises, and physical trumfs mental. so u shock and dovert the attention of the panic♥ 0source record 4713

“The time will pass anyways” worrying isn’t gonna pause time it’ll still come whether you worry or not♥ 0source record 4753

Wait until you learn about sound frequencies and water, healing w frequencies , fractals♥ 0source record 4774

Assign time for tasks, it won’t feel as long, I only cook for an hour and wash dishes. I’m in and out the kitchen. all while listening to a podcast. Multitasking and not overthinking. A little overstimulating but it helps♥ 0source record 4779

Make an O with your lips when you are having trouble going number two. Sometimes “ohm” sometimes helps more.♥ 0source record 4787

Considering responsibilities as compost material for mental health. Compost is supposed to be mostly brown material: dried leaves, wood, etc. And includes 25% green material: fresh grass/leaves, fruits and veggies. I consider chores and activities brown material. That makes them feel less like work or distraction. And I consider processing trauma and stuff green material. That helps me direct much less focus on them.♥ 0source record 4835

I organize all my workout outfits and then roll them up so I can just grab them, change, and leave without searching for socks or something. It helps create less stress along with more accountability as I don’t have any excuses, even when I’m running behind since it’s so easy to grab a roll and run to the bathroom to brush my teeth real quick and leave!♥ 0source record 4844

I got sick while in Japan, and we had karaoke that night, next day i was feeling better, and day 3 my cold was all gone♥ 0source record 4852

when I'm in the dentist and I have fear or anxiety....I start to go through myself from toe to head "black sneakers, white socks, blue jeans, black pants, black tshirt, black bra, stupid hair etc 😏 then restart!♥ 0source record 4866

If you have a song stuck in your head, try singing it backwards and it will be gone♥ 0source record 4889

Whenever I have a task to do, I do it right away. I never have to deal with anxiety or guilt from being late. It’s a treat to myself.♥ 0source record 4908

Got a Roomba type vacuum and start it before I leave the house. Reduces my stress of driving to work knowing I'm doing housework while I 'relax' in traffic♥ 0source record 4919

Helps me with anxiety to tell myself, "It'll be okay in the end... if it's not okay is not the end."♥ 0source record 4944

I get IBS anxiety that prevents me from getting off the toilet. Lately I just tell myself to show up, poop your pants or throw up if you have to. I dont actually do it, but it helps get me there.♥ 0source record 4945

Literally Ommmmm 🧘🏼‍♀️♥ 0source record 4971

Rife frequency healing 💞♥ 0source record 4974

I grew up in a superstitious house and I struggle as an adult to not automatically think of something as "unlucky". Now if I accidentally step on 3 drains or put my shoes on the counter I think "today this means GOOD luck, because today is special". It helps my mood and not to spiral♥ 0source record 4987

Sounds like a frequency healing!♥ 0source record 5042

relax into the cold. if you tense up, you shiver and feel it more. agree in your brain "yup, it's cold. let's do it cold." helps you go numb quicker so you don't feel the cold as much. short term use only, obvs. 😎♥ 0source record 5051

I heard on the postcast that most (or something like that) feelings only last 90 seconds, if you just give yourself space to really feel them. And I have found this to be true atleat some of the time, so I just pause and feel the feeling when ever something bubbles up. Often the feeling kinda melts away in a few minutes, when I just give it space and kinda hear it out and validate it myself.♥ 0source record 5060

If you are stuck in your head ruminating just tell the voice in your head to say “hello hello hello”, snaps you out of the spiral.♥ 0source record 5061

That also helps with panic attacks!♥ 0source record 5089

Listen to your favourite audiobook.♥ 0source record 5092

Okay so the Taylor swift lyric - wait hold on don’t roll your eyes yet! - the lyric “so make the friendship bracelets, take the moment and taste it, you’ve got no reason to be afraid” stopped me overthinking like ‘making friends for life’ and just letting myself feel the joy from the things and people I’m around right now,, instead of worrying ‘will we still be friends in a year?’ Bc right now they are and worrying about tomorrow will just make me miss today♥ 0source record 5106

you can also chant OM 🕉️♥ 0source record 5133

Only worry about today’s problems today, tomorrow’s problems are not my business right now.♥ 0source record 5152

if you tend to verbally ruminate on things like work, especially if to a partner or spouse, limit yourself to 10 minutes to allow you to get it out of your system but stop once you start ruminating or repeating yourself.♥ 0source record 5171

Putting purring cat on cramped muscle♥ 0source record 5181

using a muscle massager on your back when you have a cought will help break up the mucus in your lungs. even if you didnt think you had any there.♥ 0source record 5187

Royal rife machine for mold infections♥ 0source record 5255

B vitamins can potentially be the cause of debilitating anxiety 🥲♥ 0source record 5266

Sour candy when anxiety starts creeping in♥ 0source record 5273

Hot yoga. Not simple, but I have ADD and bad anxiety, and this has helped so much. It also helped me recover an ACL tear. Also I fell down the stairs and I believe I was able to recover faster because 1. I know how to take a fall now from falling in yoga and 2. My muscles are so much stronger. Also just stretching every day in general has helped my anxiety immensely♥ 0source record 5304

Sticking my tounge out when I'm starting to feel stressed. It should be a relaxed and big soft tounge. 👅 Apparently it counteracts a clenched jaw and makes the brain calmer. 😃♥ 0source record 5322

covering your left eye when u start having intrusive thoughts♥ 0source record 5343

Meditation. It’s helped with anxiety, depression, and helping me to stay out ahead of my emotions. It’s been the most impactful small habit I have ever had. 15 mins a day.♥ 0source record 5358

I started practicing “romanticizing” my life and it’s been life changing. I have music playlists for different things throughout the day, and everything is a bit of a peaceful ritual - like i plating my food like a restaurant and just stopping to appreciate little moments like cooking and things, it’s like moving gratitude and I’m much happier and less stressed. I do things more slowly.♥ 0source record 5365

I changed the way I talk about my body. Instead of the self deprecating or low key mean stuff I used to say, I’ll say “my body is too bootylicious for that chair” or “my hips don’t lie” when I bump something. Song lyrics obviously self. Fat bottomed girls also a good one for this kinda thing. Hugely helped my self image♥ 0source record 5366

Knowing that an emotion can only last 90 seconds. After that your brain will bring up other thoughts to keep this feeling going. Stop after the original thought and choose a purposeful thought to change the thought pattern and unwanted emotion attached. 😳👏❤️♥ 0source record 5386

vibration♥ 0source record 5398

Listening to a song I love when my thoughts get negative♥ 0source record 5400

I am a ruminator, so to break the spiral I have a sign that says ‘stand up’ taped near my favourite chair. The minute I stand I am in motion, and motivation follows even the smallest action 😉♥ 0source record 5413

smoking weed to feel my feelings to heal trauma. works for me!♥ 0source record 5423

Also! With every popular song that my teenage plays on repeat, I just change it to be a song about my cat. That brings me joy♥ 0source record 5438

Electric massager for my feet when I am cramping. Immediate relief♥ 0source record 5443

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Humming and the vagus nerve245 index entriesThe video's own hack — humming, purring and vagal resets.

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Humming and the vagus nerve

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Use when: Humming and the vagus nerve

How commenters applied it: The video's own hack — humming, purring and vagal resets.

What readers reported: Now I’m over here humming, doing calf raises, tbalancing on one leg and heading to brush my teeth with my non-dominant hand. 😅

Limit: I’m congested right now and tried the humming. It did nothing for me

⚠ Needs contextContext: A small physiology study found that humming sharply increased nasal nitric oxide during the hum. It did not test vagus-nerve activation or anxiety treatment, so the biological explanation and size of the anxiety benefit remain uncertain. Sources: PubMed — humming and nasal nitric oxide

✗ Not supportedCorrection: Hiking can be personally helpful, but it is not the same intervention as EMDR. EMDR is a structured psychotherapy in which a trained provider guides trauma recall and sets of bilateral stimulation through a defined treatment process. Sources: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs — how EMDR works

⚠ Needs contextContext: The nasal-nitric-oxide part is supported by a small 10-person physiology study. That study did not show that humming produces clinical immune or circulatory benefits, and its authors said therapeutic effects still needed investigation. Sources: PubMed — humming and nasal nitric oxide

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I’m congested right now and tried the humming. It did nothing for me

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Wow, that’s amazing. It doesn’t work for me if I move the tone around too much so that’s awesome that it worked while humming a tune!

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20 source recordsRecurring approach

Use a long or sustained hum

Continue a low or prolonged hum for a period rather than making a brief sound.

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I’ve learned about and started using humming in the recent years due to a very sudden almost unbearable toothache (assuming brought on from an infection). As long as I kept humming (low and deep) I was able to significantly reduce and almost subside the pain completely- at least long enough to give the pain meds a chance to kick in. I never looked into humming further than that though until this video and the comments about other things going on inside that it can help! 🤯source record 586

Not me humming for 5 minutes immediately 😂 mmmmmmmmsource record 1584

humming for five minutes is as weird as it sounds I can confirmsource record 1920

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Hum a familiar song or tune

Use a recognizable tune or favorite song as the structure for humming.

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Some people have said that humming a tune works as well. 😅source record 2139

Humming a song makes nausea go away. I worked with disabled individuals and struggled with bathroom times until a coworker taught me.source record 2524

I hum music when i feel anxious and it helps me so so much!source record 2894

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Now I’m over here humming, doing calf raises, tbalancing on one leg and heading to brush my teeth with my non-dominant hand. 😅

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Humming also stimulates the vagus nerve that helps to soothe your body and soul :)

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It helps with anxiety and emotional regulation too because it stimulates the vagus nerve

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humming at the same frequency as my tinnitus gets rid of it pretty fast♥ 0source record 23

I’ll never know if this works because my dog hates humming. Makes her a wild beast.♥ 5source record 169

Humming also activates your vagus nerve, helping you calm down and regulate. It can significantly reduce anxiety♥ 2,684source record 584↑ Open the fact-check

and it can help regulate a baby or toddler too if you hold them while you hum.♥ 19source record 585

When I have had nausea, humming seemed to help. I don't know how I figured that out. I used to get nauseated a lot.♥ 2source record 587

humming also helps with headaches♥ 7source record 592

If you have a sore throat pushing on one side of your throat and humming for a minute or two will also almost instantly relieve the soreness depending on what’s causing it.🤗♥ 7source record 624

Now I’m over here humming, doing calf raises, tbalancing on one leg and heading to brush my teeth with my non-dominant hand. 😅♥ 6,923source record 632

Humming helps me stop my nosebleeds!♥ 6source record 726

I can’t be the only one sitting here humming! 😂😂😂♥ 464source record 805

hiking as a form of EMDR, also humming helps calm the vagus nerve too (did this subconsciously while hiking and processing for miles)♥ 7source record 835↑ Open the fact-check

Shut it down, that’s exactly what I have!!! I’m off to hum 😳😳😳♥ 5source record 1063

humming helps eye twitches, too!♥ 9source record 1068

You are a lifesaver for this omg I swear I’ve been feeling like for FOREVER. After humming for a few minutes, I feel much better!!♥ 62source record 1099

My nose started to bleed. I swear I wasn’t even humming forcefully. I was humming “Amazing Grace” and now I’m worried I need an exorcism or something.♥ 0source record 1100

Totally! This is helping activate your SNS and gets you out of the parasympathetic shut down (the dorsal vagal state for the nerds).♥ 4source record 1136

Laying on a foam roller the long way along my spine. I learned it in PT but it’s the only thing that INSTANTLY regulates my system, like I have a vagus nerve response within 5 seconds of laying there & it requires absolutely 0 effort.♥ 15source record 1256

*me humming as I scroll the comments *♥ 32source record 1290

Me humming as am looking at the comments♥ 6source record 1316

We tell our patients at the ENT to do the humming! It really helps with frontal resonance to efficiently use your voice too!♥ 44source record 1369

Humming when you’re car sick!♥ 74source record 1392

Yes, humming reduces nausea.♥ 4source record 1394

I reset my vagus nerve when my neck feels tight by facing forward and looking as far as I can to one side until I yawn and then as far to the other side until I yawn. Sometimes it goes quickly, other times it takes up to 45 seconds. It work every time. I don’t know why more people don’t know about this.♥ 533source record 1397

Mine: when I get irritated about doing something. I think - well if I wasn’t doing this thing, I’d be doing some other thing. So I might as well enjoy doing this thing.😍 thanks for hum advice♥ 86source record 1409

It seems that the humming has the same healing qualities as when a cat purrs♥ 21source record 1460

It’s in the video, the humming thing♥ 0source record 1464

Ma'am I think you might have just changed my life with the humming hack. I have awful sinus issues every day and right now they are clearer than they have been in a very long time.♥ 9source record 1507

Not me humming for 5 minutes immediately 😂 mmmmmmmm♥ 11source record 1584

humming helps with anxiety and nausea too. it helps regulate your nervous system.♥ 10source record 1630

Do the humming but with meditation. You'll be clear headed and clear minded. Win-win!♥ 6source record 1633

Humming will make a yawn go away♥ 9source record 1634

I’m gonna try this in the bath tub…. the humming seems to bug my dog! 🐕. She will have to deal with it from outside the bathroom! 😁🤣😆🤣♥ 1source record 1661

That’s specific study said humming just below your normal speaking voice level is ideal.♥ 3source record 1662

you hum songs or the same sound. I need to know if that makes a difference.♥ 1source record 1663

Humming helps with nausea too!♥ 9source record 1680

I hum quietly to myself when I’m feeling anxious and awkward. Works like a charm♥ 5source record 1699

wait 5 mins of Humming... don't your lips get itchy?!?!?♥ 1source record 1700

Yes, but there’s a few few things you can do. One is to change the tone of your humming so it vibrates further back in your mouth instead of at your lips. The other is to gently part your lips and gently put your tongue up to the top of your mouth.♥ 2source record 1703

I’m currently sat here with an awful blocked nose that I haven’t been able to unblock - now currently humming 😂♥ 4source record 1704

That sound is from pranayama! Glad it helped you!♥ 2source record 1719

humming to avoid throwing up 👌♥ 4source record 1734

I’m sitting here humming now♥ 3source record 1780

Humming also removes nausea. Rubbing alcohol does too (alcohol prep or rubbing alcohol on a tissue and place under the nose)♥ 5source record 1796

I groan/hum to help stomach issues.♥ 5source record 1801

Tell me why instinctively now I’m humming .. lol 😂♥ 5source record 1867

I’m literally in the same boat. I was just in urgent care listening to yet another clinician telling me to nasal rinse all day long. A handful of humming sessions and I’m like “I might not need the antibiotics you told me I wasn’t sick enough for!” The post nasal drip to respiratory infection pipeline is not my fav thing and so I try to get in early to attempt to stop it.♥ 0source record 1870

Isn’t that crazy! I’ve been dealing with throat infections and postnasal drip that caused lung infections for 10 YEARS! I’ve done immunotherapy for allergies been on antihistamines all the time did everything the ENT recommended and most of those things helped a little bit- but humming is one of the most effective things I’ve ever done! That’s crazy.♥ 3source record 1871

Humming also makes your brain incapable of intrusive thoughts or anxiety/racing thoughts. I used to hum at work♥ 5source record 1872

Idk I can’t read the comments I’m humming♥ 5source record 1900

Bonus: humming also is one of the most direct ways to calm anxiety and put you into parasympathetic♥ 5source record 1907

Humming also stimulates your vagus nerve, double hack!♥ 5source record 1913

humming for five minutes is as weird as it sounds I can confirm♥ 5source record 1920

I started humming immediately♥ 5source record 1925

Humming got rid of my chronic tonsil infections. Even better if you use your fingers to direct/localize the vibration from the humming. ✨✨♥ 5source record 1939

Humming♥ 5source record 1954

Humming produces nitric oxide.♥ 5source record 1957

I hum deep in my stomach when I'm in pain. I did it through labor and it really helped♥ 5source record 1968

If I have ringing in my ears I think about humming the same tone and it usually goes away.♥ 5source record 1986

My husband upon hearing this “you can hum on my balls”♥ 5source record 1998

this is really cool! I never have sinus stuff going on anymore and I used too all the time but I put my 9 month old to bed alot and she loves it when I just hum like a dang ancient shamanic ritual leader lol anc i do i really deep hum through my nose into my chest. she feels the vibrations laying on my chest and passes right out. turns out I was fixing my sinus too!♥ 4source record 2010

I hum when I get motion sick and it goes away cuz of some nerve stuff I don't understand♥ 4source record 2040

If you’re nauseous and think you’re going to vomit, start humming. I’ve hummed my way out of some sick situations!♥ 4source record 2053

me, currently congested, and now humming♥ 4source record 2116

I’m trying to figure out how to hum for five minutes straight. My ADHD won’t allow that. I’d end up singing broadway tunes or something and I’ve never been to broadway!♥ 4source record 2137

Some people have said that humming a tune works as well. 😅♥ 0source record 2139

Humming to not throw up!♥ 4source record 2142

humming also helps me reduce my bodies stress response. i think working with children who shout and think everything is so important, will have my body in high stress mode without realizing it. But if I humm it automatically chills out. my head clears, my stomach relaxes, and i stop feeling queasy♥ 4source record 2149

low humming while on the toilet if you are mildly constipated 😅😂♥ 4source record 2158

Everybody humming watching this 😆♥ 4source record 2162

Humming increases nitric oxide production which is super important for cardiovascular health♥ 4source record 2177

If you didn’t immediately start humming are you even alive?♥ 4source record 2178

You might want to check out the book “Messege from Down Under.” If I recall correctly, the aborigines use humming in much of their healing.♥ 4source record 2228

I read that humming can also stop anxiety kicking off. I tried it in mri scanner. then a voice said are you OK, I said yes just humming, voice said not to, interferes with imaging. doh.♥ 4source record 2258

Did you know that humming is also a really great vagus nerve massage and is super regulating for for nervous system♥ 4source record 2282

I hope this is real, cause I'm randomly humming now to see if it helps my poor sinuses 😄♥ 4source record 2284

Humming also activates your vagus nerve and initiates full body healing. No joke it’s part of why chanting is so wonderful for us♥ 4source record 2300

I can second the humming. I read that too and it works!♥ 4source record 2315

Humming is good for your emotions toooooo! Dude the stupidest thing that changed my life is talking to myself out loud all day.♥ 3source record 2358

Humming also helps get a stuck doodoo out.♥ 3source record 2367

my dad's a health nut and he says humming helps your heart♥ 3source record 2386

I heard humming or singing will interrupt a panic attack or anxious thoughts♥ 3source record 2448

Humming helps with nausea also♥ 3source record 2452

Makes me wonder if the humming is similar to kind of a light percussion therapy and that’s why it works♥ 3source record 2476

I hum but to help combat my anxiety. Feels silly sometimes but helps more than not!♥ 3source record 2480

In the same vein pressing your tongue to the roof of your mouth while pressing between your eyebrows. helps to drain your sinuses while congested. absolute life changer for me. I'm going to try the humming though.♥ 3source record 2520

Humming a song makes nausea go away. I worked with disabled individuals and struggled with bathroom times until a coworker taught me.♥ 3source record 2524

Humming can reduce high blood pressure too♥ 3source record 2532

the vagus nerve is crazy. humming, pulling your ear lobe area back, etc. all activate the vagus nerve. it's also very helpful for anxiety!♥ 3source record 2542

When I was a vocalist, I used humming as part of a warmup.♥ 3source record 2555

My dog was VERY worried about me while I was humming♥ 3source record 2556

I got one for you... whenever carrying a full cup of hot coffee or tea I hum and it prevents me from spilling it.♥ 3source record 2558

Consider me influenced, I’m currently humming lol♥ 3source record 2559

I once had an allergic reaction to an oral medication and I couldn't stop coughing. I found an article in a medical journal that said low humming would help and it did.♥ 3source record 2560

saw this last week, but hum (well the advice was moo like a cow) if you’re having trouble pooping. it helps relax the pelvic floor and makes everything much easier. i think it’s the same as to why women do the low groans during labor♥ 3source record 2580

I’ve been humming to fix this for years! Never heard of the study, it just felt good♥ 3source record 2612

It is INSANE how fast that humming thing worked♥ 3source record 2630

immediately started humming♥ 3source record 2666

when i get ringing in my ear, if i "close" my ear with my finger and hum at the same pitch it goes away faster♥ 3source record 2690

ive been humming 5 minutes it did clear my throat a bit♥ 3source record 2737

[account] I hum the William Tell Overture when cleaning. Makes me move so fast!♥ 2source record 2765

that long humming doesnt help me. but the idea of consistency not perfection was very helpful♥ 2source record 2790

Humming is the only thing that would relieve my TN just can only hum for so long♥ 2source record 2810

Me humming right now, and amping it up to dirt bike racing volume🤪🤣♥ 2source record 2831

That long humming also helps with your bowel movements!♥ 2source record 2840

For tinnitus I intensely focus on any other sound and ignore it until it goes away (takes seconds). … I was told that tinnitus is like the humming of a server but for your brain so I treat it like white noise and it’s gone.♥ 2source record 2852

I will add to this humming one! Didn’t know about the study (very cool)! Change the pitch of your hum until you feel it resonating in the spot of congestion. I alternate the pitch until I start feeling it break up.♥ 2source record 2874

I hum music when i feel anxious and it helps me so so much!♥ 2source record 2894

If you hum while walking with a liquid in a cup it steadies your hand so you won’t spill it when you have a full cup of coffee♥ 2source record 2911

When I tell you….. the minute you said hum I hit that EXACT note.♥ 2source record 2913

I hum all day and I can’t stop myself lol♥ 2source record 2925

Ive heard of humming for grounding and vagal tone but never thought of it for sinus stuff!♥ 2source record 2929

Close mouth humming also helps with anxiety!♥ 2source record 2996

And if you do your humming while on the toilet, it will also help you poop by relaxing the pelvic floor 😀♥ 2source record 3008

humming also causes your body to naturally release nitrous oxide (laughing gas!) that creates a happy feel... so those meditation "ohhhmmmmm"s aren't for nothing! 😂♥ 2source record 3034

Humming also stimulates the vagus nerve!♥ 2source record 3050

My hack would be telling myself “don’t think about it, just do it” when I have a chore that needs to be done otherwise I just spend the same amount of time I would’ve spent actually doing it thinking about how much I don’t want to do it when it could just be done. Side note: I had an ear infection almost three weeks ago that I hadn’t recovered my hearing from yet and did the humming you mentioned to see if it would help clear the fluid, and it worked! I can hear again!!!! Thank you so much for sharing 💙💙💙♥ 2source record 3060

Just tried the humming for 5 min( literally) can’t stop swallowing 👍🏾♥ 2source record 3081

Humming♥ 2source record 3085

humming (and abs) exercises are known for decades and often were prescribed by Soviet and post Soviet doctors to treat sinusitis♥ 2source record 3086

So my daughter she just had a sinus migraine and I have constant sinus problems. We just did the humming. She wanted to hum Mariah Carey‘s Christmas song. 😆 She said her headache went away! Not only did we sound silly, but we had fun. I can still feel the drainage. We literally JUST did this. Thank you!!♥ 2source record 3103

Wow, that’s amazing. It doesn’t work for me if I move the tone around too much so that’s awesome that it worked while humming a tune!♥ 1source record 3104

and humming for just 2 minutes will stop anxiety, regulate ur mood. 👍♥ 2source record 3126

I have never thought about humming. This explains why my nose runs when I talk a lot.♥ 2source record 3148

And my comment isn’t under the comment as a response. So I’m looking like a stellar human right now. Thank you for sharing the humming trick I’m going to test that!♥ 0source record 3193

singing or humming when you feel anxious or stressed♥ 2source record 3195

you know.... cats purring heals them... I wonder if this is like humans purring....♥ 2source record 3200

Nice for the vagus nerve too♥ 2source record 3234

humming helps nausea! saved my life with morning sickness in cars!♥ 2source record 3244

I’m congested right now and tried the humming. It did nothing for me♥ 2source record 3245

and humming stimulates your vagus nerve♥ 2source record 3275

Humming for 5 minutes?? I have ADHD I keep getting distracted every 5-10 seconds in. My sinuses are badddddddd 🥲♥ 2source record 3283

I humm but to release stress at work♥ 2source record 3291

Humming will also stop you from throwing up♥ 2source record 3294

Humming can also help calm your nervous system, so it’s two-in-one.♥ 2source record 3308

in the same vein as the humming, standing next to a really loud speaker thats blasting music when you're congested creates the one loogie to rule them all♥ 2source record 3362

Sitting in the grass (grounding) w my face toward the sun to reset my nervous system when I’m having anxiety, panic, overwhelm, etc. Also, gargling forcefully will do this, as will chanting.♥ 2source record 3383

Humming a song helps me calm my nervous system!♥ 2source record 3387

Humming is good for your vagus nerve too♥ 2source record 3388

Humming also stimulates the vagus nerve that helps to soothe your body and soul :)♥ 1source record 3431

humming also great nervous system regulation♥ 1source record 3435

That is not stupid. Humming stimulates your vagus nerve. People who meditate, hum for this reason.♥ 1source record 3453

I also recently learned that humming is good for emotional regulation because it stimulates your vagus nerve♥ 1source record 3455

humming helps you poop too 😅♥ 1source record 3458

You can do your humming thing with a glass of water and a straw! Like basically humming into the straw making bubbles?? 😭😂 It’s what many singers do as part of warm up before performances!♥ 1source record 3460

Also activated vagus nerve which relaxes you♥ 1source record 3490

Press your tongue against the roof of your mouth as you hum and it’s suppose to lower your stress levels. My MIL noticed and comments that I am often humming. She also comments that I’m an optimistic and happy person, generally speaking. If it annoys people around me…bonus 🤣♥ 1source record 3492

Humming resets your vegus nerve♥ 1source record 3497

Trying the humming thing right now to help my sinuses & so far my cat is not a fan. The airplane ears are airplaning!♥ 1source record 3545

I just tried humming and my dog was very concerned about why I was doing that.♥ 1source record 3551

I thought you were bout to start humming like Matthew McConaughey in Wolf of Wall Street. 😂♥ 1source record 3555

try to hum for 20 minutes and see what happens;).♥ 1source record 3575

My adhd insists I hum from songs I like…and it’s hard not to break into song…😁♥ 1source record 3604

a Dr just told me about the humming thing. crazy that it works♥ 1source record 3618

Humming will buy you time if you get that feeling you are going to throw up too. Used it while driving♥ 1source record 3632

Put your hands on your ears while you hum. It seems to intensify the hum♥ 1source record 3638

I tried to stay humming similarly, bc I heard it helps with other stuff, and after like 45 seconds I got so light headed lol♥ 1source record 3676

Humming helps for pooping too♥ 1source record 3695

Me humming as I have this congestion lol♥ 1source record 3703

Six healing sounds if the humming worked for you, this will be magic.♥ 1source record 3748

humming helps activate the vagus nerve. that helps with being in a parasympathetic nervous system state. this is where the body needs to be to heal.♥ 1source record 3769

I don't like like this video is on my algo bc my phone heard me meditatively humming for 20 minutes straight yesterday. 😑♥ 1source record 3827

Humming also helps calm you because the vocal chords used to hum relax the Vegus nerve.♥ 1source record 3853

Humming also helps with nausea anytime I get carsick I hum and it goes away♥ 1source record 3865

Not me sitting in the bath humming now with crazy congestion♥ 1source record 3866

Therapist here. Vagus nerve stimulation for anxiety: put an ice pack on your sternum and lay down for a few minutes.♥ 1source record 3874

Someone smart info dump about the vagus nerve to this comment! I’m sensing a theme here♥ 1source record 3882

Ê nhe kiểu đau họng là 1 symptom của việc tắc nghẽn, cần dc giải toả bằng cách hum ấy nhỉ. Đúng là có thể biết n muốn gì :-o♥ 0source record 3902

yes to humming! rhythmic tapping on your skull can work too, I find three fingers works best for hitting the right resonance. in either case, slowly tilting your head back and forth and side to side can help find just the right angle for a miraculous draining feeling. bonus content: for anyone interested in lowering your voice tone or evening it out, throat humming while bouncing up and down on your heals/toes, daily, will achieve this over a few months.♥ 1source record 3913

No me starting to hum♥ 1source record 3914

Feeling anxious or ragey…just hum a tune. Instant settle.♥ 1source record 3915

long humming is useful for a lot of things! annoying kids, annoying neighbors, annoying random strangers, and my favorite, annoying coworkers!♥ 1source record 3923

This humming knowledge came a couple days too late after I finished a cold. 😭♥ 1source record 3929

I’ve been having so much congestion. Literally started humming at the end of this video. Will keep going. Idk if it’ll do anything but I’m hopeful 😭♥ 1source record 3941

Humming helps my anxiety♥ 1source record 3977

Me humming rn♥ 1source record 3988

*starts humming*♥ 1source record 4009

Can I hum songs or does it have to be one tone♥ 1source record 4058

This came to me at the perfect time, my sinuses are so congested rn so I’m just sitting here humming♥ 1source record 4062

just tried long humming my cat does NOT like it lol♥ 1source record 4070

Hummming is also great for anxiety!♥ 1source record 4074

humming also helps if you're feeling nauseous. sometimes I gag on my meds and humming makes the pukey sensation go away♥ 1source record 4077

Humming also significantly increases nasal nitric oxide (NO) levels, which is a molecule produced in the sinuses that has numerous bodily functions, including immune and circulatory health. Be sure to inhale through your nose when humming so you inhale the NO into your lungs.♥ 1source record 4079↑ Open the fact-check

Can I hum a song instead? 😂♥ 1source record 4089

So that’s why I enjoy mimicking the tone of the cardboard baler at work, people can’t hear me so I’ll do a long hum♥ 1source record 4150

I went to a voice therapist and they taught me the humming. 2 points, keep the humming at your normal speaking pitch. Also add in a tiny chant at the end of the humming every so often - hmmmmWednesdayhmmm♥ 1source record 4179

the humming thing is crazy, I literally have never heard of it but I do it so often when I've got a cold!♥ 1source record 4187

I gargle and swish water in my mouth while showering. I try for the whole time but now I’ll also be humming.♥ 1source record 4200

That humming will also help calm your vagus nerve. 🥰♥ 1source record 4243

humming to get rid of the feeling of nausea♥ 1source record 4244

currently humming and I think it's working.♥ 1source record 4262

i dont have a sticky icky situation but humming helps my anxiety. its actually the only thing that does.♥ 0source record 4298

And vagus nerve stimulation!♥ 0source record 4337

Start humming when you feel like you're going to faint. I've been a fainter my whole life and since learning this, Its worked for me every time.♥ 0source record 4345

I started doing the humming thing a few months back, but (for some ungodly reason) the only things I can hum without distraction are 3-4 weirdly patriotic tunes. My husband mocked me at first, but now he joins during my nightly pre-bed rendition of The Star-Spangled Banner, This Land is Your Land, and America the Beautiful.♥ 0source record 4356

Ohmkara* not humming♥ 0source record 4371

How do you hum for five minutes? I get out of brrath after ten seconds. My synus bad my ear is blocked♥ 0source record 4383

it's what munks do and it resonates your whole bodys cells. 🥰♥ 0source record 4430

Humming the Ricola jingle over and over will get rid of any song stuck in your head.♥ 0source record 4439

Reading all these brilliant comments whilst humming♥ 0source record 4441

I hum when I can't stop coughing... I didn't know it was a thing.♥ 0source record 4444

Humming to deal with anxiety!! Long drawn out hums to calm down♥ 0source record 4451

immediately starts humming♥ 0source record 4462

Yes!!! I’m a music therapist and I tell this to my clients. Did you know that humming/singing also helps our immune system?♥ 0source record 4485

here is have been humming as a coping mechanism♥ 0source record 4487

Plug your ears when you hum and stimulate your vagus nerve also♥ 0source record 4497

I am currently stuffy and trying to do the humming but my dog is getting triggered I guess?♥ 0source record 4500

How do you hum so long♥ 0source record 4505

Literally sitting in the hottest bath so that I can try and help open up my sinuses and sweat out my cold and so I’m immediately going to hum for the next five minutes Thank you and I hope this works♥ 0source record 4517

humming to get the bees away♥ 0source record 4528

I just tried the humming and it started a coughing fit 😭♥ 0source record 4545

When my mind start telling negativity I start humming a song I love and boom 🥰♥ 0source record 4550

humming to prevent myself from throwing up before i could get into the bathroom!♥ 0source record 4559

I started humming and my cat came and started purring along♥ 0source record 4577

Wait really tho re: humming and sinusitis issues? I have tried everything but have perma symptoms, I’ve never heard of this. Definitely going to try it♥ 0source record 4616

Just tried this and QUICKLY found out my dog apparently does not like humming 😏♥ 0source record 4631

If I recall correctly , the humming thing was a Odd Couple episode.♥ 0source record 4674

The research recommended a note that’s just below your speaking voice but other people have said it works when they hum tunes as well. You can feel where it’s vibrating if you pay attention and getting it to vibrate in the area that’s most effective as ideal.♥ 1source record 4683

I can’t hum longer than 39 secs lol♥ 0source record 4740

Humming, but to stop yourself from vomiting! disclaimer: if you feel the need to vomit it's usually better to let it happen, but if you're in a situation where you really don't want to vomit right now, hum! It suppresses the gag reflex, it's saved me a couple times on airplanes 🤢♥ 0source record 4802

I use humming low notes to help with minor asthma symptoms♥ 0source record 4815

Long Humming is a cheat-code-for -physical and emotional well being but nooooo one seeks to talk about it in the USA ¯\_(ツ)_/¯♥ 0source record 4819

Similar to humming, if I get a cold sore/a cracked lip I buzz my lips. The vibration sends healing and it clears it up. I’m guessing that’s why.♥ 0source record 4851

humming releases NO2♥ 0source record 4864

Humming also helps to regulate your nervous system!!!!!♥ 0source record 4882

humming is also great when you're feeling nauseous♥ 0source record 4922

I also hum when i feel nauseous and it usually helps!!!♥ 0source record 4940

Now I’m humming♥ 0source record 4954

humming make my head hurt strangely♥ 0source record 4993

YES! Now I always hum just to prevent sinus problems. I hum in the car instead of singing and it also improves your singing voice!♥ 0source record 4998

That same humming can help lower cortisol and shift the body from stressed to relaxed.♥ 0source record 5040

If you stick your tongue on the roof of the mouth while humming, you prevent a possible vomit situation as well!!!!! 🫡😉♥ 0source record 5049

humming also helps keep you from vomiting when you feel nauseous. I've used that a few times♥ 0source record 5093

Warm salt water with the humming works too. Together or separate.♥ 0source record 5141

The humming works amazing. Hum in my car to music 🎵♥ 0source record 5145

Humming is helpful with vagus nerve regulation, as well♥ 0source record 5149

Lady now I’m over here humming like an idiot♥ 0source record 5156

me humming as I read the comments - and damn... that works!♥ 0source record 5162

It helps with anxiety and emotional regulation too because it stimulates the vagus nerve♥ 0source record 5163

The humming thing is also a really effective way to piss-off teachers in a classroom. They can't tell who’s doing the humming.♥ 0source record 5174

Vagus nerve humming♥ 0source record 5310

The way I started humming before I even finished this video…♥ 0source record 5403

does it work humming a song? or just that flat OM sound? my family thinks im crazy as it is, humming an actual song might pass as normal ish♥ 0source record 5409

You can do long humming when you’re taking off and landing on a plane to alleviate your vagus nerve and sinuses and ears popping and also panic attack attacks 😂💕🥺♥ 0source record 5420

If you gag when you brush your teeth, HUMMMM! It’s extremely hard to dry heave when you’re humming. Is it 100%? No. But it is 95% effective!!!!!♥ 0source record 5454

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How commenters applied it: Sighs, counts and slow exhales that switch the body off alert.

What readers reported: When taking a deep breath, imagining the breath going back rather than up. I'm able to take much deeper breaths that way. I learned it on TikTok!

Limit: Lol yes the animals don’t like it at first but they seem to get used to it. I would be careful that you’re not pushing the air out to forcefully. Just take a deep breath in and then let it kind of seep out naturally as a hum.

⚠ Needs contextContext: Humming may feel calming, but the proposed mechanism is not established by the commonly cited physiology study. That small study measured a temporary rise in nasal nitric oxide; it did not test vagus-nerve activation or anxiety treatment. Sources: PubMed — humming and nasal nitric oxide

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Lol yes the animals don’t like it at first but they seem to get used to it. I would be careful that you’re not pushing the air out to forcefully. Just take a deep breath in and then let it kind of seep out naturally as a hum.

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Humming also works against gagging when brushing my teeth. Your brain thinks you have something stuck in your throat, but if if you hum you also breath out so your brain is like aha not blocked no gagging needed. I have thrown up a few times before i knew this bc it only got worse as I got scared to gag. Now no more ❤

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Direct the breath into the belly

Practice belly or diaphragmatic breathing instead of a shallow chest breath.

Use a sensory reset

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What is belly breathingsource record 1984

Humming, singing, and deep slow belly breaths also help with panic and anxiety, it massages the vagus nerve. I have ARFID and sometimes it helps to hum before I eat.source record 2084

belly breathing!source record 3063

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Slow or lengthen the exhale

Make the breath out slower or longer than the breath in.

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It’s really normal when you’re not used to breathing out slow slowly it takes some practice but it’s actually really good for your nervous system to learn to breathe out slow slowly. The key is don’t try to force the air through the humming, kind of let it happensource record 1613

Oh no, you only hum on the out breath. Take a deep breath in and then let the air out slow slowly as a hum. Don’t push too hard, when you run out of air take another deep breath in.source record 3040

Breath control. Breathe in, hold for as long as you can, then exhale as slowly as you can. Resets stress, anxiety, fear, anything. Instant emotional balancesource record 4056

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Use box breathing

Move through timed inhale, hold, exhale, and hold phases.

Use a sensory reset
Shrink it with a timer

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Box breathing to get rid of hiccupssource record 2325

Belly breathing and box breathing. Game changer.source record 3402

Box breathingsource record 4354

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When taking a deep breath, imagining the breath going back rather than up. I'm able to take much deeper breaths that way. I learned it on TikTok!

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Actually the humming (especially with my mouth closed/teeth together) helps to calm me down. I heard it stimulates the vagus nerve so I do it every time I get an anxious feeling and deep breathing doesn’t help

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You only hum on the out breath♥ 0source record 209

you stop humming for a second to breathe ?♥ 0source record 210

I use a beautiful decorative hourglass and use it many times a day to take some time to breathe, or to sart a task that gives me anxiety due to PTSD. Once you start it, it's easier.♥ 3source record 458

When taking a deep breath, imagining the breath going back rather than up. I'm able to take much deeper breaths that way. I learned it on TikTok!♥ 100source record 1163

omg this is actually a really great question! it hadn't occurred to me that my meaning could be interpreted in a way other than what I meant!🙈 so what I meant was to imagine the breath entering the nose and flowing toward the back of the head, if that makes sense?♥ 3source record 1165

I must be specially dense, but do you mean "back" as in to the rear part of your body, or that it's coming back as if it belongs in you and it just went for a stroll when you exhaled? 😅♥ 7source record 1166

sorry, I should have said down, not up. or even in. dysautonomia makes directionality a bit confusing to me. the point is to imagine the breath going BACK. works for me, anyway.♥ 2source record 1167

I’m confused too but now I want to imagine the breath going back into my butt just to amuse myself 😹♥ 3source record 1168

I’m not sure what it is, but I get out of breath so quickly by humming does anybody else experience this?♥ 9source record 1611

Me passing out because I didn’t take a breath while trying to hum for five minutes straight.♥ 3source record 1743

If I’m ever starting to rush through something just because I want it to be done, I take a breathe and remind myself that “doing it right the first time” is always more effective than “doing it faster” and probably having to redo it later anyways. Slows me down and I’m immediately more present in what I am doing♥ 5source record 1817

When you get a cramp while running, exhale on the step opposite side. Like if the cramp is on the right side, start your exhale when your left foot strikes the ground.♥ 5source record 1865

What is belly breathing♥ 1source record 1984

😂😂😂 that was unclear. You hum on every out breath for five minutes♥ 8source record 2005

Dr.Huberman has an episode on his podcast about this. He mentions inhaling through your nose after you run out of breath from humming. It’s a must watch♥ 4source record 2049

Humming, singing, and deep slow belly breaths also help with panic and anxiety, it massages the vagus nerve. I have ARFID and sometimes it helps to hum before I eat.♥ 4source record 2084

You only hum on the out breath♥ 0source record 2087

Humming also creates nitric oxide, and that will lower your blood pressure & help you relax. Do it with some breathing exercises where you hold after the out & in. Our bodies are pretty cool!!♥ 4source record 2148

Hiccup cure, works every time. Take a deep breath, 10 tiny sips of water (most effective if you throw head back like taking a shot on each sip), without taking a breath.♥ 4source record 2246

I’m autistic and humming helps quickly calm my nervous system. That or taking 5 deep breaths in and out♥ 4source record 2259

Nervous system reset through Kegel Breathing. Fully exhale. Clinch pelvic floor muscles, and inhale. As you inhale focus on energy coming up from the clinched muscles, up your spine, to your head. Let it "swirl" for a moment, release the Kegel, exhale, and picture the energy falling back down your spine. Repeat this 7 times and it is like magic how back in the present moment you become.♥ 4source record 2287

You don’t do it nonstop, you take breaths in between. And if you don’t force it it’s actually pretty easy. Like don’t push the air out too hard just kinda let it seep out♥ 1source record 2290

Box breathing to get rid of hiccups♥ 4source record 2325

It’s the 4x breathing. Breath in 4 sec, hold 4 sec, breath out 4 sec, and hold4 sec. Calm you down quick.♥ 3source record 2342

Calming down... breath in through your nose counting to 5. hold it for 5 then exhale for 5. Do this three times.♥ 3source record 2406

I always thought I was taking my deepest breath possible by focusing on the breath going down and filling my lungs. then I learned it's about breathing back, like imagine towards the back of your head. back vs down. deep breathing is actually relaxing now and I'm not feeling strained in my chest. it's been life changing.♥ 3source record 2460

Kundalini Breath work. Life changing.♥ 3source record 2478

If you have hiccups take a small breath in and hold it for a few seconds, the without letting out that breath take another small breath, repeat 2 more times, hold all for 5 seconds and fully breath out all air in one big long exhale.♥ 3source record 2544

Breathwork!! And 50 jumps every morning!!♥ 3source record 2626

Lip bubble/motorboats/raspberries (without voice) for several minutes will calm anxiety - slowing the exhale and the heartbeat tells your primitive lizard brain you aren’t in danger.♥ 3source record 2632

If women can’t fully empty their bladder, lean forward and breathe through your nose♥ 3source record 2680

i heard humming also produces 15 times more nitrix oxide which is helps breathing♥ 2source record 2761

Humming while taking deep breaths (when breathing out) is great for reducing anxiety as well♥ 2source record 2848

4-7-8 Breathing♥ 2source record 2873

*Inhale* 4 (Invite positive thoughts) *Hold* 2 (Let it process) *Exhale* 8 (Release negative thoughts). It helps regulate blood flow, helps the nervous system, reduces stress, helps you feel safe.♥ 2source record 2933

Oh no, you only hum on the out breath. Take a deep breath in and then let the air out slow slowly as a hum. Don’t push too hard, when you run out of air take another deep breath in.♥ 2source record 3040

belly breathing!♥ 2source record 3063

You only do it on the out breaths. Take a deep breath in and then gently and slow slowly until you run out of breath and then take another breath.♥ 4source record 3240

forced laughing. helps with breathing and vocal cords. cheers your mood up too.♥ 2source record 3241

Belly breathing and box breathing. Game changer.♥ 2source record 3402

Stopping the hiccups 100% of the time by placing my hand over my mouth with my thumb over one nostril; take 3-4 deep breaths thru the remaining nostril. GONE 💨♥ 1source record 3471

Take a yoga breathing class. Who knew breathing actual can alleviate stress. I thought the class was gonna be BS!!♥ 1source record 3512

Curing hiccups with the 10-5-5 breath holding method. It works every time.♥ 1source record 3605

deep breathing to warm the hands & feet♥ 1source record 3645

I've always gotten hiccups pretty easily and nothing anyone told me ever worked until someone told me to inhale all the air you can through your mouth, hold it, then inhale a little more, hold it, inhale more if you can and hold it as long as you can then let it out slowly. I'd say it works 80% of the time for me sometimes I have to do it twice. it does something to like... calm the spasm in the diaphragm♥ 1source record 3699

Just on the out breaths♥ 1source record 3723

I’m assuming you’re allowed to take breath breaks while humming for 5 mins, cause I can not hold it for that long♥ 1source record 3743

Yes, you only hum on the out breath♥ 0source record 3744

😂😂 I really didn’t think I needed to specify that you should breathe in between rounds of humming. But I was wrong, I stand corrected 😂😂♥ 1source record 3765

How do u breathe as u hum like whats the rhythm♥ 1source record 3810

Take a deep breath in, and then gently let the air come out as a hum. Don’t push it too hard. When you run out of breath take another deep breath in and breathe out as a hum. If you do it gently it should be a nice long hum but it may take some practice. Repeat for five minutes.♥ 1source record 3812

Taking deep breaths throughout the day♥ 1source record 3903

Can u hold ur breath for 5 minutes while u hum? Or do u take breath breaks 🤔♥ 1source record 3909

Hiccups are just a muscle spasm. If you meditate and completely focus on deep breathing and relaxing your body, they’ll be gone instantly.♥ 1source record 3920

Breath♥ 1source record 3972

inhale through nose fully, pause, then a short and fast little inhale. exhale w mouth slowly until I can't anymore and repeat. great for anxiety but I mostly use it when I'm hiking or exercising. stop and 2-3 repetitions and my heart rate drops by 30 or more.♥ 1source record 4002

Breath control. Breathe in, hold for as long as you can, then exhale as slowly as you can. Resets stress, anxiety, fear, anything. Instant emotional balance♥ 1source record 4056

Breathwork! Joe dispenzas breath♥ 1source record 4149

To cure hiccups- put something cold (ice pack) in the back of your neck and where your stomach meets your chest. The other things that works for me is to breathe in very deep, hold my breath for 5 seconds then control my breath going out. Try to breathe deep again before the next hiccup comes and keep repeating the process.♥ 1source record 4168

Belly Breathing - physiologically releases tension on the nerve that tells the body we’re in danger♥ 1source record 4180

When you’re struggling to open a jar, take a deep breath and try again on the exhale. My husband told me this one and I’m furious that it works 100% of the time.♥ 0source record 4326

Box breathing♥ 0source record 4354

I hold my breath when one side of my nose is clogged until it clears. works right at the point of needing to gasp for air.♥ 0source record 4365

Pursed-lip breathing aka lip break during panic attacks♥ 0source record 4448

Counting my breaths when my thoughts are all over the place or I have restlessness in my body. Inhale on 1 exhale on 2, then 3-4 and so on to 10. Starting over if necessary. Visualising the numbers as I think them really helps make everything else go quiet.♥ 0source record 4474

breathing, like what? I don't even know how to breathe correctly?!♥ 0source record 4501

Honestly, 4X4 breathing! I do this when I realize I haven’t been breathing (holding breath because of anxiety) or when I’m feeling overwhelmed. I do it until I feel better♥ 0source record 4531

First thing in the morning, I inhale through my nose to dislodge mucus, clear my throat, and release it more easily than waiting an hour or two.♥ 0source record 4552

Its called Bhramari pranayama in yoga. A yogic breathing technique. Bhramara means bee, named so for its humming sound.♥ 0source record 4566

I’ve shared it in a few other places, but it’s the only thing that has (when done with full commitment) 100% cleared up hiccups - no idea where I’d originally learned it; wish i could credit them. It can be challenging physically, but there are only 4 steps. 1) At the onset, breathe in as deeply as possible & hold your breath. While holding your breath, swallow 3 times. 2) Without letting your breath out, breathe in even deeper & hold (should be difficult). While holding, swallow 3 more times. 3) One final time, without letting out your breath, breathe in even more deeply (lungs should feel absolutely maxed out) & hold that breath. While holding, swallow 3 times. 4) After the final swallow, let your breath out carefully & manage slow, deep breaths. I often have a small burp that wants out after all of that & that’s usually my sign that it all went well & I’m now hiccup free. This all even works if you’re experiencing hiccups through steps 1 & 2. There is a decent failure rate if you aren’t maxing out your lungs or if the hiccups are happening through step 3 (which shouldn’t happen if you’re maxing out your lungs).♥ 0source record 4624

Getting rid of hiccups. Breathe in as much as you can, hold it. Sip in more air until you physically cannot anymore. Imagine it moving down, so ‘push’ the air down into your diaphragm rather than keep it in your chest/mouth. Then hold as long as you can. Really works.♥ 0source record 4637

BREATHING THROUGH UR NOSE!!!!♥ 0source record 4646

Do we pause to breath while humming? Because if we do, we won't be continuously humming, right? I think I'm making this harder for myself than it has to be🤣♥ 0source record 4673

Breathe in… I am noticing ___ (feeling). Breathe out… and therefore I am holding space for ___ (that feeling). 90 sec later it has shifted.♥ 0source record 4684

singing. its fun, im not that good at it, but it helps me breath so much better and its also a huge mood booster too♥ 0source record 4700

Breathing to deal with anxiety♥ 0source record 4719

Box breathing to reduce heart rate and calm yourself. With eyes closed, inhale through nose for 5 sec, hold 5 sec, exhale through mouth for 5 sec, hold 5 sec, repeat for 10 reps.♥ 0source record 4738

Get rid of hiccups.Gulp &swallow as much air as u can without breathing out, youll feel like your chest will pop,hold it for 5secs.Slowly breathe out.♥ 0source record 4768

4,7,8 breath♥ 0source record 4781

Hiccups: take 6 small consecutive sips of water, take one deep breath in, 1 sip of water before exhaling, and then let your breath out. Must be something about the timing and the breath always seems to put your diaphragm back in sync. Hope it helps!!♥ 0source record 4805

5 minutes of breathing before social events ( I get performance anxiety lol)♥ 0source record 4806

You can also hold your breath to clear your nose. Hold it for as long as you can and your survival instincts will kick in♥ 0source record 4843

why do I not like humming lol I feel kinda out of breath♥ 0source record 4873

Breathing ngl♥ 0source record 4880

Take a deep deep breath. Fill your lungs to capacity. Take 13 sips of water. Exhale slowly and controlled. Cures hiccups 9/10 times.♥ 0source record 5006

holding breath to cure hick-ups♥ 0source record 5057

Imagining my heart has nostrils and breathing through them. Instantly present.♥ 0source record 5064

Long slow Deep belly breathing helps my vegus nerve, nausea racing heart etc♥ 0source record 5114

your diaphragm is 3d, not 2d, so when you take in a deep breath, the whole way around your middle and lower back should be expanding, not just the front. so imagine your middle is like one of those balloons within a balloon. youre trying to inflate that second balloon.♥ 0source record 5190

If you have the hiccups, take long deep breaths and breathe through when you would have hiccuped again and it stops.♥ 0source record 5233

Breath work with Sandy or Kelaila on YouTube! I’ve travelled into other dimensions, literally!♥ 0source record 5239

Nose breathing♥ 0source record 5249

Harnessing the art of breathing.♥ 0source record 5281

Breathe.♥ 0source record 5314

roll a blanket or towel up, and put it behind your neck instead of a pillow. allow your head to fall backward. so much more comfortable, especially for anyone with hypermobility and you can breathe better♥ 0source record 5339

When you’re in pain, focus on the spot. We tend to want to ignore it and tune out. Take deep, slow breaths and try to breathe into the spot that hurts. As you exhale, try to let some of the pain and tension go. Keep doing this until your pain has lessened or gone away. 5-10 minutes is usually enough to get some relief. Also, acknowledging your body and thanking it for letting you know that something is wrong and your attention is needed in that area brings a surprising amount peace♥ 0source record 5404

Bramare bee breath. Magic.♥ 0source record 5410

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Therapy tools that traveled33 index entriesEMDR taps, Tetris, butterfly hugs and other clinic escapees.

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How commenters applied it: EMDR taps, Tetris, butterfly hugs and other clinic escapees.

What readers reported: I saw something very very traumatic (a person I loved dearly passed and I found them days later) and I'd read a study once how playing Tetris right after a traumatic event helps to reduce the chances of PTSD so that night I did for like two hours.…

Limit: No, its effectiveness is based on Tetris activating the same circuitry that would otherwise be used to consolidate the visual memory to long-term memory. Once consolidated, the method doesn't work anymore. EMDR reconsolidates already formed memories,…

◐ Mixed evidenceEvidence is mixed: Tetris-based protocols that include a trauma-memory reminder and mental-rotation instructions have reduced intrusive memories in some small trials, while another randomized PTSD study found no effect. This is promising research, not a proven stand-alone way to prevent PTSD. Sources: PubMed — exploratory emergency-department randomized trial · PubMed — randomized PTSD crossover trial

◐ Mixed evidenceEvidence is mixed: Tetris-based protocols have shown promise for reducing some trauma-related intrusive memories, usually with a deliberate memory-reminder procedure. Those studies do not establish Tetris as a treatment for panic attacks, although this commenter clearly describes a personal benefit. Sources: PubMed — emergency-department Tetris trial · PubMed — randomized PTSD crossover trial

✗ Not supportedCorrection: No cited trial establishes a greater-than-90% reduction in the risk of developing PTSD. Small studies have tested structured Tetris-based procedures for intrusive memories, which are one possible symptom, and results have not made ordinary game play a proven PTSD-prevention treatment. Sources: PubMed — exploratory emergency-department randomized trial · PubMed — randomized PTSD crossover trial

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No, its effectiveness is based on Tetris activating the same circuitry that would otherwise be used to consolidate the visual memory to long-term memory. Once consolidated, the method doesn't work anymore. EMDR reconsolidates already formed memories, so it's similar but not the same and not as effective

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Play or visualize Tetris

Use Tetris or a Tetris-like game after distressing events or during intrusive thoughts.

Give attention a neutral target
Change the environment

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Oh dang…. I just went through the most traumatic series of events in August and I drowned myself in a Tetris-like game on my phone I completed like 2,000 levels and, I’ve always had PTSD from trauma so I was just waiting for to long term damage to hit after this one… oddly, I’m at peace with it and in a really good place in life and that’s never been the case for me. I wonder if it was the game? I can’t even play the game more than like 2 levels a day anymore lol I get bored 😂source record 1039

Playing Tetris in your head to stop intrusive ptsd thoughtssource record 1127

when I'm about to have a panic attack or if I'm anxious or hyper fixating on a negative and spiralling, it turns out if you force yourself to play Tetris, is mentally breaks the cycle. there's a free, browser version of Tetris I use and for me it works every time so farsource record 1799

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Use EFT or somatic tapping

Repeat a tapping sequence during anxiety, overload, or attempts to regulate.

Use a sensory reset
Attach it to an existing routine

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EFT tappingsource record 2302

EFT tapping. Thought it was a joke. Tried it and it actually worked.source record 3348

Tapping to help regulate.source record 3480

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Reference EMDR as a therapy tool

Discuss or use EMDR in comments about trauma-related support.

Give attention a neutral target
Use a sensory reset

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It’s because the eye movement discharges the emotion.. it is what EMDR is based onsource record 1035

I’m a former paramedic with PTSD and found this out too late but I definitely passed it along to my colleagues. This is one of the reasons EMDR therapy is so so helpful. I’m really sorry you had to experience that 🖤source record 1037

EMDRsource record 1792

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I saw something very very traumatic (a person I loved dearly passed and I found them days later) and I'd read a study once how playing Tetris right after a traumatic event helps to reduce the chances of PTSD so that night I did for like two hours. I was with another person when we found them and they have not done well at all (alcohol abuse got much worse) but I'm doing fine, good even. I remember it but like from a distance and I don't think about it often.

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Tapping to help regulate.

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I watched a therapist on a news snippet years ago who was talking about better mental health …he stated “it’s ok to feel good” as advice for someone feeling anxious about things in life

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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It’s because the eye movement discharges the emotion.. it is what EMDR is based on♥ 83source record 1035

Playing Tetris in your head to stop intrusive ptsd thoughts♥ 266source record 1127

There was a study that showed playing a game like Tetris after a traumatic event helps process it♥ 0source record 1128

I have Tetris on my phone for this same reason 💖♥ 6source record 1132

Try both ears at once & tapping for a couple minutes.♥ 3source record 1515

There is actually more than one reason for vertigo. The crystals shifting is the main one but I was told that genetics and viral infections can cause it. I battle vertigo and went to the physio therapist 2 years ago and was told the symptoms I experience don’t actually fall into any one of those 3 categories. Trauma to the brain stem can also cause vertigo symptoms as well. I still have yet to figure out what triggers vertigo for me♥ 1source record 1577

EMDR♥ 5source record 1792

My therapist told me two things that have stuck with me year after year. #1. The only thing you have true control over is yourself. So work on yourself and do what YOU can do. You cannot control other people, so don’t try. Just do what’s within your control. This helped me immensely because it tied into #2. If someone has always been the way they are as long as you’ve known them, don’t expect them to change. Know your expectations of them will most likely never be met and move on. These things helped me immensely with anxiety/worry! ♥♥ 4source record 2119

EFT tapping♥ 4source record 2302

My therapist has me do that for anxiety.♥ 4source record 2326

My therapist had me watch the “Stop It” Bob Newhart sketch. It’s helped so much with my spiraling thoughts♥ 3source record 2375

Somatic exercises for mental health and anxiety♥ 3source record 2445

I have OCD and ADHD… L-theanine, an OTC supplement, healed like 90% of both. No pharma stuff. No therapy. No nothing. Just a bottle of $4 supplements from Target.♥ 3source record 2714

There's an extensive study proving that playing Tetris after a traumatic event for 20mins reduces the risk of PTSD bu over 90%♥ 2source record 2964↑ Open the fact-check

Lite tapping on your face then Tilting head back♥ 2source record 3175

EFT tapping. Thought it was a joke. Tried it and it actually worked.♥ 2source record 3348

Tapping to help regulate.♥ 1source record 3480

EFT tapping when I’m overstimulated 😁😁♥ 1source record 3660

Tetris when you see something traumatic. Watching a video or even just thinking about Tetris and your brain will reset. I tried watching a horror movie that a lot of people were tapping out of due to the gore (which doesn’t bother me). Movie started with a prosthetic mask in the first 3 minutes that f’ed me up real good and I tapped out right away. I then watched 10 minutes of Tetris videos and was able to convince my brain that what I saw was just a meatball.♥ 1source record 3840

Lightly tapping muscle cramps to get them to go away. Pressing down like you're passing a bm when your heart gets out of rhythm to get it back in rhythm.♥ 1source record 4013

Sound baths with singing bowls, gong, etc.... Incredibly therapeutic and healing.♥ 1source record 4083

playing Tetris after a traumatic event. I made sure my child did it and 🤞♥ 0source record 4433

Eft tapping♥ 0source record 4586

Somatic tapping definitely relaxes my sinuses.♥ 0source record 4618

I watched a therapist on a news snippet years ago who was talking about better mental health …he stated “it’s ok to feel good” as advice for someone feeling anxious about things in life♥ 0source record 5039

EMDR♥ 0source record 5073

Tapping the back of my head while covering my ears to stop tinnitus for a while.♥ 0source record 5333

Playing Tetris in acute grief to prevent complicated grief. I struggle with complicated grief and found this tip right after putting my dog down. It was night and day for my ability to process my grief without getting stuck in sorrow.♥ 0source record 5434

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Cold, ice and sensory resets10 index entriesIce, cold water and sensory shocks that cut a spiral short.

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Use when: Cold, ice and sensory resets

How commenters applied it: Ice, cold water and sensory shocks that cut a spiral short.

What readers reported: Running cold water over my wrists when im overheating

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Use direct contact with ice

Hold ice, use an ice pack, take an ice bath, or place ice on the body.

Use a sensory reset

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ice pack on your chest when feeling anxioussource record 2338

Ice baths helped my depression and anxietysource record 2834

If you’re having a high anxiety day or panic attack hold ice cubes in your hand. It brings your attention to your body and out of your head. At least a minute and repeat if necessarysource record 4209

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Use cold water as a sensory focus

Run cold water over the body or drink ice-cold water while attending to the sensation.

Use a sensory reset

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Running cold water over my wrists when im overheatingsource record 2197

when you’re having a panic attack, drink ice cold water and focus on the cold sensation flowing through your body. it will help bring awareness back to your body and its current state; works (for me) every time!source record 2936

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Running cold water over my wrists when im overheating

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ice pack on your chest when feeling anxious

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Ice on the back of my neck to stop anxiety and panick attacks. It can reset everything and shifts the entire body back to regulated

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Ice, cold water and sensory shocks that cut a spiral short.

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Certified mindfulness teacher with 1000s of hours of training and I 💯 endorse this. Meditation *should* feel refreshing or relaxing. That’s the whole dang point (outside of religious contexts—which I don’t endorse because lots of trauma-related conditions occur in those meditation settings). Your kind of meditation is using sound (the song) as your “anchor.” Sound is a great and really unappreciated anchor. And when you engage that hearing part of your brain, it occupies some of the same neural pathways that can otherwise be used for “self-talk.” You truly do quiet down your mind when you use sound as your point of sensory focus.♥ 4source record 1231

Running cold water over my wrists when im overheating♥ 4source record 2197

ice pack on your chest when feeling anxious♥ 3source record 2338

Using a small weighted blanket has helped reduce my stress, anxiety and overthinking SO much!!♥ 2source record 2772

Ice baths helped my depression and anxiety♥ 2source record 2834

If you’re an anxious person, carry sour candy around with you. When you get anxious, pop a piece or two in your mouth. Your brain can’t focus on the thing you’re anxious about and the sour taste. Also works with ice… but that’s harder to carry around with you.♥ 2source record 3116

I work in healthcare. Fastest way to calm yourself or anyone else down is to open your mouth as wide as you comfortably can, and then just repeat the letter ”R” with your mouth wide open throughout, until you yawn. It downregulates your nervous system. Another super effective one is ”The Rosenberg Method”, along with the 5-4-3-2-1 sensory practice.♥ 2source record 3184

If you’re having a high anxiety day or panic attack hold ice cubes in your hand. It brings your attention to your body and out of your head. At least a minute and repeat if necessary♥ 1source record 4209

Ice on the back of my neck to stop anxiety and panick attacks. It can reset everything and shifts the entire body back to regulated♥ 0source record 4757

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Making the house run itself462 records · 5 sub-topicsDomestic systems that quietly remove daily friction.

Laundry, socks and striped sheets131 index entriesSock systems, striped sheets and laundry that folds itself.

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Laundry, socks and striped sheets

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Use when: Laundry, socks and striped sheets

How commenters applied it: Sock systems, striped sheets and laundry that folds itself.

What readers reported: I only buy striped sheets. No more trying to figure out which way they fit on the bed.

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striped bed sheetsChoose brand, size or variantBuy it

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Buy identical socks

Reduce matching decisions by buying the same sock style or color in multiples.

Create a default
Remove a step

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Only buy the same socks.source record 534

When I buy socks for the family, I buy multiple packs of the same color, not multi-color packs, so I don’t have to dig and search for matches when folding laundry. Mine are white, my husbands are gray, sons are black. Makes life easier.source record 1862

All of my regular day to day socks are the same sock bought at the same time. If they start to get old, I throw them all away and buy again in bulk. I haven't matched a sock in at least a decadesource record 2236

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Use a visible marker to orient sheets

Use stripes, colors, tags, or labels to identify sheet direction, size, or destination.

Make the state visible
Remove a step

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I only buy striped sheets. No more trying to figure out which way they fit on the bed.source record 141

I use different color sheets for every size bed(twin gets stripes, king gets white, queen gets ivory) makes getting the right sheets in the right room a breezesource record 1018

Your fitted sheet has a tag in one of the corners on the underside. I realized that (if facing the bed) the corner with the tag either goes in the top left or the bottom right. Works every time.source record 3602

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Stop folding low-stakes basics

Put everyday clothes, socks, or underwear directly into drawers or divided baskets.

Remove a step
Change the sentence

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I stopped folding clothes and just put them away in their drawers (I have 5 kids)source record 3566

I don’t fold my underwear and I buy almost all the same socks so I can just stack them and if I lose one, NBD. There’s a stack.source record 5221

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I only buy striped sheets. No more trying to figure out which way they fit on the bed.

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My sheets say top/bottom and side

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I buy my son all the same socks so I’m never looking for a pair

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Sock systems, striped sheets and laundry that folds itself.

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I only buy striped sheets. No more trying to figure out which way they fit on the bed.♥ 22,993source record 141

Most beds are rectangles meaning the fitted sheet that goes on the mattress only fits one wat♥ 172source record 143

My sheets say top/bottom and side♥ 0source record 146

I load the dishwasher every night no matter how many/few dishes are used—and I unload in the morning. My sink is almost always empty!!♥ 7source record 271

This works really well for children's clothes too. Socks, underwear, shirt pants all folded together. Saves so much time in the morning. And a little bit older kids get dressed faster if they can just grab a bundle and dress.♥ 0source record 487

Only buy the same socks.♥ 2,392source record 534

This was the rule when my kids were little. and only white socks!♥ 2source record 536

Aren’t we all wearing the puma Costco socks? Haven’t we been wearing just those for like 15 years 😭♥ 0source record 542

I just realized this after trying to keep on top of my 7 year olds cutesy socks. It’s just white Hanes socks now!♥ 1source record 546

Under the sheet so you can feel it on your legs or? Sorry not sure how this would help♥ 0source record 581

If the dishes don’t come out clean in the dishwasher first time….. run it twice.♥ 10source record 669

I did laundry for everyone for 20 years. One day we decided to have everyone do their own. It’s so much nicer for me and isn’t a big deal for them unless it piles up which offers everyone some really good life lessons.♥ 1source record 686

I have family photos in the hallway outside the laundry room and I look at them as I fold.♥ 4source record 688

I like to make up little songs for what I'm doing. Dishes/laundry/dustin/etc and basically just sing about what you're doing. Helps keep you focused and it's silly and enjoyable♥ 0source record 772

I use this one too. ADHD here. I have to either carry the empty paper towel roll with me to where we keep the paper towels or say paper towels over and over until I get there. Otherwise I’m standing in the middle of the garage wondering why I’m there. The garage is literally 10 steps away 😆♥ 23source record 781

I discovered the oil thing after the blow dryer trick failed me lol 😅♥ 0source record 989

I use different color sheets for every size bed(twin gets stripes, king gets white, queen gets ivory) makes getting the right sheets in the right room a breeze♥ 7source record 1018

id love to expand the spreadsheet to 'choose' my outfit each night based on how many times ive recently worn a trouser, top, cardi etc!♥ 1source record 1115

this is what im doing at my new job too! I've also created a spreadsheet of what i wear each day I can update any time I think about it so I don't rewear specific combos too much♥ 5source record 1116

This is what I make my adhd sons do. They get their laundry and if it has someone’s else’s in it, they put it in the basket to deliver later to reduce distractions♥ 0source record 1155

what about just using a tea towel? I have one that hangs in my kitchen specifically for drying my hands. I just hang it back up when I'm finished and it dries itself. I use it for about a week or so and then it goes in the wash. I have plenty of tea towels that even if I'm not doing a load of towels super soon, I will always have one for my hands. I mean, I use the same towel for my body for a week, why not one for just my hands 🤷🏻‍♀️♥ 0source record 1157

wet paper towel sitting next to the onion prevents my eyes from burning.♥ 192source record 1172

A sock got stuck in my spin dryer (think salad spinner) and I couldn’t reach it around the spin part, so I taped chopsticks to my thumb and finger to tweezer it out.♥ 125source record 1188

Yes! I call it my Mom Moves. There is always a towel, a sock, something that belongs in a different room♥ 2source record 1208

Starting the dishwasher at night even if it’s not full.♥ 33source record 1295

My mum gave me a book as a kid on how to clean your room, and I still follow its guidance. First is to take everything off of the bed, and make the bed. Then it’s to take everything that is on the floor and tops of tables and put it on the bed. Then to sort everything out into trash/laundry/put away. Once everything has been taken off the bed, and put away, then you dust/vacuum.♥ 39source record 1299

Blue collar worker: I dont fold 'work clothes' underwear, socks, or daily work shirts. I have a only clean things sectional laundry basket that houses each of those. I hang up/fold the few nice or non-work clothing I wear each week. Saves time and a lot of mental energy to where I'll actually fold my laundry when it's immediately done.♥ 5source record 1329

If you are EVER in a situation where there is too much soap somewhere, the answer is ALWAYS fabric softener first before you do anything else. Someone put dishsoap in the washer? Put fabric softener in the detergent spot. Spill detergent in your car? Fabric softener in a spray bottle before you remove it. Spill handsoap all over the floor? Fabric softener!!!! It turns the suds “milky” and they will stop multiplying♥ 76source record 1339

people waste about 8 years of their life matching sock! This is my favorite hack. 5 kids, each a different color just throw them in they bucket for them to roll up. 🙏♥ 1source record 1388

Socks. Dad’s are tall white. Oldest son’s are black. Little brother’s are short white.♥ 11source record 1471

My laundry! Stopped using fabric softener, replaced it with vinegar. Put laundry sanitizer in where the bleach would go. Stopped using the dryer, I hang everything. My laundry smells so much better, especially the athletic wear. And my clothes are lasting longer.♥ 121source record 1474

Lysol laundry sanitizer. It won’t let me post the photo.♥ 2source record 1478

What is laundry sanitizer♥ 0source record 1480

Wait I hang everything and thinking about a dryer, why did you stop using it?♥ 0source record 1481

Never thought to put sanitizer in bleach area. So it goes in when the detergent is working. I’ve never used bleach for any laundry so I don’t know when it would be part of the wash♥ 0source record 1482

also - buy wool dryer balls for static cling. I almost never have static and those dryer sheets are nasty and ruin everything♥ 2source record 1483

Yes! Literally stops you from needing to “clean” the washer. No mold.♥ 5source record 1484

I usually wrap mine in a wet paper towel 🌸♥ 2source record 1497

i have a toddler and we put her shoes and socks in a basket on the main floor so i’m not constantly hunting for shoes 🫣♥ 4source record 1744

Bought a second set of sheets. No more having to put sheets on out of the dryer when I’m already ready for bed because I put the 2nd set on as soon as I take off the dirty ones!♥ 3source record 1787

When I grab my dishcloth and towel while I am carrying it to the washing machine I dust things with them on the way♥ 5source record 1803

I separate the laundry into tops and bottoms and socks and underwear in separate piles in the bathtub in rubber totes. then I throw them in the wash according to their type. it breaks down a huge laundry load and makes putting it away easier because everything in a load going to the same place.♥ 5source record 1818

I only do one person's laundry at a time. I used to throw everyone's together. I realized it was the chaos of sorting it all into piles after it was clean that made me hate laundry. also taught my kids early to do their own♥ 5source record 1819

If I can’t finish a load of laundry, I put a load in the washing machine without starting it. Much easier to start it the next time already having the clothes in! We also buy frozen hamburger beef patties and just throw one in a pan when we need beef! Saves so many trips to the store♥ 5source record 1841

Safety pin the four corners of a fitted sheet before you wash it and keep it pinned when you throw it in the dryer. No more items getting tangled up in the sheet.♥ 5source record 1940

Get berry stains out of laundry with boiling water♥ 5source record 1990

How to dry your hands with the tiny paper towels in public restrooms- shake hands off twelve times then fold the paper towel in half before wiping hands. Now I never need more than one♥ 5source record 1993

There is a tag on bedsheets. If you stand at the foot of the bed, the tag goes onto the corner to your right.♥ 4source record 2223

All of my regular day to day socks are the same sock bought at the same time. If they start to get old, I throw them all away and buy again in bulk. I haven't matched a sock in at least a decade♥ 4source record 2236

I bought all the same socks - same color and brand. Now I don’t have to match and fold socks. I just grab two out of the drawer.♥ 4source record 2247

That’s good to know. I was thinking of the hack to store a sheets set in the matching pillowcase. Helps keep things together and stores easier.♥ 4source record 2301

only black pants and black socks for work. every shirt i own looks good with black pants so it's easy to just toss on a shirt and I'm ready.♥ 3source record 2362

I do my laundry by halves of my body. Bottom half and then top half. Easier to fold and put away because I'm not having to switch from pants and socks to shirts 🤷.♥ 3source record 2371

any tips for folding and putting laundry away? I can't figure it out. I can wash and transfer to the dryer, no problem!♥ 3source record 2428

Clean/organize the area in the background that is barely used. It will actually stay clean & organized! It’s so satisfying! My bookshelf, my records, the game shelf, etc being neat make a huge difference to how the room feels & I get done these tasks that weigh on me but I never get to because my time & energy are used for the constant dishes, laundry etc. One time a week I just let the dishes be dirty & I do that straightening & it makes a big difference.♥ 3source record 2439

Do the last 10% - finish the task. You washed, dried and folded/hung the laundry. Put it away. Do the last 10% you will be so happy you did !♥ 3source record 2528

I threw out all my socks and bought 20 pairs of the same socks. Saves me so much time doing laundry.♥ 3source record 2533

I call my sister when I need to unload the dishwasher because when I talk on the phone it distracts my brain enough to where I’m thinking about what ever we’re talking about and my body just goes into autopilot doing the chore♥ 3source record 2594

Always separate the silverware in the dishwasher. Forks together, spoons together etc then putting them away is so much easier♥ 3source record 2641

I run my house like a restaurant. "Full hands in, full hands out". If your going to the kitchen, fill your hands with things that belong in there. When you leave the kitchen, fill your hands with things left in there and take them to the room they belong to. I keep an inventory on everything I shop for regularly, including pantry/ kitchen items. I take inventory before I do orders. I "close up" before going to bed. All counters are wiped and dishes into the dishwasher.♥ 3source record 2684

I hang dry my laundry instead of putting it in the dryer. Weirdly helps prevent baskets or piles of semi-folded clothes everywhere.♥ 3source record 2691

I do the family dishes / laundry every day even if I don’t have a full load.♥ 3source record 2718

When tackling a giant laundry pile, I start with the bulky things first, like towels. Once all that bulky stuff is gone from the pile, the pile is immediately much smaller and less daunting.♥ 2source record 2805

Instead of thinking “I need to do the dishes, laundry, etc”, think “I want to do this task because (benefit)”. For example “I want to do the laundry because I like having more options when I get dressed in the morning”.♥ 2source record 2826

Google Wet Sock Method is you have a cough. It’s a MIRACLE!♥ 2source record 2849

“There are no rules” in life. [account] shared this concept that your day to day needs to be functional for you. Not aligning to the status quo or doing something because it’s what others do even if it’s not the best for you. Ex. condiments in the fridge and fresh produce in the fridge door, making the produce easier to find and see (you’ll hunt for the ketchup if you need it); clothes hanging in laundry room for easy access for family instead of carrying each load of clean clothes to each bedroom. Whatever works for you individually, no rules of what you should/shouldn’t do♥ 2source record 2875

onions on my kids feet during colds. they used to cough all night, but not with onions in their socks!♥ 2source record 2923

Got rid of the top sheet. It's so much easier to store the fitted one♥ 2source record 3002

I don’t take my coat off when I get home from work until I get the house straightened up, dishes in the dishwasher, trash taken out. If my coats on I’m still in work mode.♥ 2source record 3032

a damp sock in the dryer for clothes that are wrinkled or have pet fur on it but are otherwise clean. don't rewash just toss in for like 10mins♥ 2source record 3106

I pre-sort my laundry into shirts load, pants load, socks and underwear load, and whites load. For me it makes putting stuff away easy♥ 2source record 3165

Laundry is a cycle and is never meant to be completed.♥ 2source record 3222

Most underrated comment. Discovered this when raising 3 boys. Each got 12 pairs new socks every Christmas. Different styles. Threw away old stained socks from previous year. Laundry was so much easier. No fighting. Same with their underwear.♥ 2source record 3280

anything I need to hang up I don't put in my hamper - it means the hamper is less full and my nice things didn't get so wrinkled. I just drape them on top of my dryer. it's a lot of stuff!♥ 2source record 3296

(Not talking about my goals to achieve them)….vapo rub and socks on my feet when I have a night cough lol♥ 2source record 3321

Dishwasher Leash. Loop the dog leash around waist, and through the top tray of the dishwasher so when I start to wander away I’m yanked back to finish emptying. Works on other tasks too!♥ 2source record 3360

Compression socks♥ 2source record 3396

All black socks. All the time.♥ 1source record 3534

If you have doom piles in your house, you need to figure out a system for that item. Piles of paper? Get a paper system that works for you. Piles of clothes? Need a clothes system. (Like no-fold methods, half-dirty basket, etc.) This has helped me a ton with ADHD.♥ 1source record 3535

I stopped folding clothes and just put them away in their drawers (I have 5 kids)♥ 1source record 3566

Your fitted sheet has a tag in one of the corners on the underside. I realized that (if facing the bed) the corner with the tag either goes in the top left or the bottom right. Works every time.♥ 1source record 3602

Using a magnet to find the nails in Sheetrock to find the studs♥ 1source record 3646

I put things I've already done on a checklist and check them off. Like damn. I did a little laundry a few days ago, I'm a queen. It's a band-aid but hey, even a few mins of peace improves the day. A lot of us know that sometimes even showering can be a struggle, so checking even thongs like that off feels amazing.♥ 1source record 3663

whenever I get in an elevator, I stand on my weak leg to improve my balance. When I go down to the laundry room because I live in a apartment building, I jump 50 times for bone health♥ 1source record 3667

Also! I match my socks and put them in a lingerie bag before I wash them. No digging for pairs, no wondering if the washer ate one!♥ 1source record 3680

We have it as a spreadsheet template with checkouts for packing it at both ends. Bringing all your cords home is great.♥ 1source record 3698

When you’re rushing to catch a flight or change between work and evening, whenever you’re in a real hurry & need to look like you just stepped out of a shower, just wash the very top of your hair, more than 3 inches back from your forehead, towel dry it, then blow dry it with a round brush, and it makes you look & feel like you’ve got a fresh full head of ultra clean hair. Takes 4 minutes.♥ 1source record 3731

I only buy plain white socks. Now I only have one odd sock instead of a whole bunch!♥ 1source record 3804

A spray bottle of water really does smooth out caulk after you go back over it with a towel or finger.♥ 1source record 3825

If you struggle with unloading the dishwasher, start unloading it in the same order every time. Always start with the same item that way your brain goes on autopilot instead of over thinking it and walking away.♥ 1source record 3862

Only touch things one time. Don’t set a dish on the counter or in the sink, just straight to the dishwasher. Don’t move stuff to a pile, just put it where it goes. Makes a world of difference♥ 1source record 3864

We are just two in our household, so to avoid dirty clothes piling up, I declare a white top week, or red week so I have enough clothes for one batch of laundry. 😁♥ 1source record 3932

When I’m caught up on laundry, any clothes that get taken off go directly into the washing machine. When it’s full it gets started. Repeat for ever! (Sometimes I get back up for a week or so, but it’s been a time saver for sure)♥ 1source record 3952

The hack I saw for getting the greasy slimy film out of Tupperware/plastic storage containers that doesn’t come out no matter how much you scrub them- if you haven’t seen/tried the hack: put about half an inch of warm/hot water in container with a dab of dish soap and throwing in a paper towel, cover the container and shake it for about ten seconds. Dump out. You’re welcome.♥ 1source record 3960

Put a mini trashcan with laundry bags next to where my kids take off their shoes. Then I can just put the bag in the washer when full.♥ 1source record 4023

Going sock bankrupt and only buying one kind of sock.♥ 1source record 4028

I've adopted the "might as well" approach to cleaning as I go, ex: oh I'm getting up from the couch to use the restroom ? MIGHT AS WELL put my dishes in the dishwasher on my way :) keeps my place from getting cluttered too quickly♥ 1source record 4031

Run your dishwasher every single night, regardless of how many dishes are in it.♥ 1source record 4039

My boys have black socks, my girls have white socks. Now I can match socks in a matter of seconds, rather than searching for pairs.♥ 1source record 4040

Folding clothes is a scam. Just shove clothes into drawers.♥ 1source record 4112

I got a garden knee pad from the dollar tree, or you can use a stool, and folded the laundry as I took it out of the dryer, it made such a difference.♥ 1source record 4126

I tossed all my families socks and bought everyone the same socks and helped our lives immensely, no pairing or missing socks just a giant communal sock basket♥ 1source record 4162

If I find myself not wanting to do a simple task like taking a dish to the kitchen or cleaning out the dishwasher, I ask myself why not now? Might as well. Usually my reasoning isnt good enough to delay the task♥ 1source record 4228

use a sock as a mitt to dust and turn it inside out afterward to keep the debris from falling♥ 0source record 4294

I only buy black ankle socks. I even stopped pairing them. they go into my drawer as singles and I just grab 2. I have other random pairs of socks for various occasions, but those get worn maybe a couple times a month. my partner wears the same white tube socks, so his also do not get paired. it's saved a lot of time and frustration about lost socks lmao♥ 0source record 4443

My husband found a YouTube video that said to take a part out of the dryer and ping it on the concrete a few times to fix the problem. It worked. 😂♥ 0source record 4539

Whoops Ted Talk about folding your Paper hand towel before drying your hands in a public washroom... it increased absorption and makes it so that one piece of paper will dry your hands versus several. 🤯🎉♥ 0source record 4561

Pairing socks with my non dominate hand doing most of the work 🤣♥ 0source record 4612

Our dishes used to pile up cause instead of putting them in the dishwasher immediately we just put them on the counter cause of lazyness. We were tired of the mess so we decided that everytime we use a utensil or plate or glass we immediately put it in the dishwasher after being done using it. It's so much less effort to just put a single utensil or glass in the dishwasher everytime instead of having to deal with the piled up dishes overtime. You only start to realise it when you try it lol♥ 0source record 4634

Every group in the house has a color (parents have black towels, socks, sheets, blankets...boys have blue everything, etc). I can easily tell what items belong in whose room/bathroom.♥ 0source record 4702

a limbo laundry basket for clothes that are too clean to wash and to dirty to put away. takes away the clutter and when you have used them enough you just throw them in the regular hamper♥ 0source record 4745

Get a power plan with free power window at night or the weekend. Forces me to do things like laundry, vacuuming at that time to save money (I have adhd so that’s otherwise hard)♥ 0source record 4780

Put the dishwasher on every night even if not completely full just to make the next day easier♥ 0source record 4808

Also - if my house is messy in every space I see then for example : I grab that shirt from the floor and bring it to the washer, while I’m next to the washer I will put my toddlers toys back from the shower to his room. While I’m in his room I will do his bed. Then I see the hallway with shoes flying around- I go put them nicely by the door. Wherever I go- I get one thing done - until I don’t feel like it no more or I decide to finish one place like a kitchen 100%♥ 0source record 4822

put bins where things naturally collect. laundry on the floor? basket. drink cans next to your desk? recycle bin. I was using so much energy fighting natural tendencies. it's so much better to work *with* yourself instead of *against* yourself.♥ 0source record 4846

i only buy plain black socks, same style every time so I never have to search for a pair, they are all exactly the same. I also have a work uniform - I have 5 dresses and 5 pairs of tights for winter and 2 linen trousers and 5 tops for summer - so I never have to think what to wear to work - I just rotate through 'the uniform'♥ 0source record 4872

kick it only to be used on appliances if your washing machine dryer hoover anything just stops working kick it its never failed me 😅♥ 0source record 4894

Only buy mattress toppers ($60ish) instead of sheets. I couldn't stand them shifting and popping of the corners. I now have an addiction. I own maybe 17 toppers... for 2 beds.♥ 0source record 4918

I have a Rubbermaid bin for the odd socks. And in the bin we have a bag for each member of our household. So when I do the laundry I catogorize the socks by household member, dump their bag and match what I can. And place all mismatched socks into their own bag again.♥ 0source record 4959

I buy all of my kids, 6-10 packs of identical socks/underwear. When it comes down to matching socks it’s a breeze.♥ 0source record 4960

I stopped folding things that don't actually need folding. clean towels? they get thrown into a cute basket on the shelf bc it doesn't matter if they're wrinkled.♥ 0source record 4962

i remind myself DAILY that the dishwashers don't need to be completely full for me to turn it on.♥ 0source record 4979

I buy my son all the same socks so I’m never looking for a pair♥ 0source record 5054

I do steam hot pots. Throw in a couple lemon couple oranges a star anise and some nutmeg and a couple flakes off a cinnamon stick. Let it come to a boil then simmer for about a half an hour. Take the whole pot to my counter, drape my head with a towel over the pot and inhale deep through my nose and out through my mouth.♥ 0source record 5122

Put a sock box near the dryer. All the clean socks you encounter immediately go there instead of the dresser. (This worked for me as a single person- all my socks found their mates and never got lost. It might not be helpful if you have multiple kids though.)♥ 0source record 5203

I don’t fold my underwear and I buy almost all the same socks so I can just stack them and if I lose one, NBD. There’s a stack.♥ 0source record 5221

When I was in school I created a spreadsheet where I ranked how good/bad I felt about my papers (I’d often be writing 4-5 at a time). Each work session (ranging from 1-4 hours) I would rerank how I felt about the paper I worked on and the next session I HAD to work on the paper I felt worst about. I found this provided a huge sense of accomplishment because I always felt better about my worst paper at the end of every work session.♥ 0source record 5419

Tying a knotted sock around my foot when my RLS kicks in.♥ 0source record 5433

If I have an annoying tasks I have to do I break it down in specific parts; example I don’t want to fold laundry, I fold five pieces every time I pass the laundry room. A small task is so much more tolerable and it’s better than ignoring the task altogether.♥ 0source record 5442

The number one thing that helps me when I have any daunting task, is I break it down into little tasks. I don't even put them in order. I just do what I call a laundry list of all the tasks I need to do. And I don't look at any of them except for ONE of them. And I just focus on ONE AT A TIME. And before I know it the whole thing's done♥ 0source record 5447

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What readers reported: Giving the remote a good smack and getting another year outta the batteries. 😂😂😂✌️

Limit: If your zipper is not working or stuck. Get a granite pencil and rub it on the zipper and it should zip a lot smoother

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If your zipper is not working or stuck. Get a granite pencil and rub it on the zipper and it should zip a lot smoother

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Turning stuff that does not work, on and off. Hold my nosebridge with my fingers for 4 sesongs 4 times. Clears it all up. Massage my thumb when carsick.

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Turn it off and back on

Restart or briefly unplug a device before trying a more involved repair.

Remove a step

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I always tell people that my IT skills consist of turning it off and back on, and talking real nice to it. 😂 Positive vibes never hurt.source record 831

Turn it off and back onsource record 1504

turning something off and on again or unplugging it for a bitsource record 2721

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Keep duct tape as a general-purpose tool

Use duct tape for quick repairs or practical household adaptations.

Swap instead of subtract
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duct tapesource record 34

Duct tape fixes everything. Or Amazon. One of the two.source record 1806

duct tape and zip tiessource record 2681

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Make the bed as a morning state change

Make or straighten the bed early to mark the transition into the day.

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Making my bed in the morning, even if it’s just tugging the top cover back in place and setting the pillows. It gives me a sliver of hope and possibility to face whatever’s going to come at me when I leave my bedroom.source record 2683

I make my bed every morning. being successful at something first thing in the morning gives me a sense of accomplishment that helps me keep up the momentum.source record 3216

making my bed every morning - i live on my bed (as a disabled person), but when it's made i've entered day modesource record 3351

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Giving the remote a good smack and getting another year outta the batteries. 😂😂😂✌️

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When I’m done washing/conditioning my hair, I whip it back and forth a few times. It gets out a lot of the water AND most of the tangles!

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ring camera placed so that I can see if I closed my garage door. It's saved me so many trips to check.

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duct tape♥ 4source record 34

Could you buy a bag of carrots and celery, which are relatively cheap and prep those to keep them in the fridge? Maybe buy a bottle of ranch or whatever dressing you like? I find having anything prepped - I will gravitate towards that first. Doesn’t matter if it’s carrots or lasagna, whatever is prepped gets eaten first.♥ 46source record 151

duct tape♥ 5source record 167

Giving the remote a good smack and getting another year outta the batteries. 😂😂😂✌️♥ 1,309source record 589

I found that taking the batteries out and putting them back in but switching the positions of them help. it usually lasts a little bit longer♥ 50source record 590

ill be devoured for saying this , but I bite the batteries (verrrry gently ) 3 4 times on each , leaves dents in them . batteries are brand new again . just dont pierce them ! 😂♥ 0source record 591

Whenever you see a product that looks weird or doesn’t make sense, a jacket with zippers in the sides of the sleeves for example, it’s probably a disability aid. I sent my dad a link to one and he was like “why do you want a weird sweater? It has zippers up the arms” I had to very gently remind him I have lupus and get infusions for that every month. It’s usually a disability aid.♥ 5source record 629

If I think of something complimentary about someone I encounter during the day, I tell them. People are usually so touched and it makes me feel great, too.♥ 374source record 667

probably not what you're asking but 90% of fixing stuff around the house is not being afraid to break it more.♥ 851source record 760

my dad taught me "You can't break it twice"!! So i've always been willing to try and fix it myself before buying new or calling repair.♥ 40source record 761

I park my car at the store in the same row always that way i never have to look for my car.♥ 6source record 765

I always tell people that my IT skills consist of turning it off and back on, and talking real nice to it. 😂 Positive vibes never hurt.♥ 0source record 831

😆 Reminds me of the time I had a client from a big corporation call me and tell me their computer wouldn't turn on. I asked if it was plugged in. He said, Of course it is, it's something else. I need you to get here right away and fix it. So I drove over there, walked in to his office approaching his desk, I could see the plug under his desk was just laying on the floor. I reached down, plugged it in, and said now try it. He started going, but, but. I said just flip the switch. He was so surprised I had "fixed" it so fast.🙄 And yes, I charged him not only for a minimum hour but also the $50 rush fee. 😆♥ 5source record 834

When trying to open a stuck jar, focus on a consistent force not a strong one.♥ 6source record 917

Maybe it didn’t fix it. But it gave you the courage to try again!♥ 0source record 962

WD-40 works for almost anything.♥ 0source record 988

Seriously. It quite literally felt like it rebooted my brain in a matter of days.♥ 2source record 1283

Use baby powder to take the sand off of you at the beach!♥ 57source record 1342

Oh and microwaving corn on the cob instead of shucking it. Husk and strings just pull right off in one clump after microwaving it. 6 min for one add a minute for each ear extra.♥ 61source record 1494

Turn it off and back on♥ 30source record 1504

When I’m done washing/conditioning my hair, I whip it back and forth a few times. It gets out a lot of the water AND most of the tangles!♥ 4source record 1751

I keep a piece of pink duct tape around my closet clothing bar leaving 6 about a foot left on the bar. I squish uo my clothes once a week and if they go past the tape I have to get rid of a few things to keep some space in the closet. It keeps my mind cleared and clothes look better.♥ 5source record 1795

Duct tape fixes everything. Or Amazon. One of the two.♥ 5source record 1806

I couldn’t find a place on the counter to place my freshly baked apple pie that would be far enough from the reaches of my dogs. I seriously thought they were gonna jump on the counter to get it. But I had to let it air out so I ended up just sticking it in the microwave and closing the microwave door!♥ 5source record 1833

If your shoes come untied unless you double knot them, reverse how you do the first step (pre-loop-step, if you normally cinch left over right, switch to right over left) and they will hold with a single knot♥ 5source record 1857

Duct tape. If you can’t duck it…chuck it.♥ 5source record 1879

Irish spring soap lining the doors and windows with for keeping bugs out and away from the house ☺️♥ 5source record 1882

One time my lawnmower stop working. I put gas in it and then it worked again.♥ 5source record 2000

Not a fix, but to put a whole 12 pack of soda in the fridge, open one end, face open end into blank space in refrigerator, open other end, push all cans through.♥ 5source record 2002

Sometimes my refrigerator makes noises then I hit the fan a couple of times and it stops♥ 4source record 2043

When batteries to a remote or something are dead, you can squeeze some extra life out of them by warming them up under your leg or squeezed under your armpits for 1+ min. before putting no them back in♥ 4source record 2105

Getting the unbrush. Finally got to grow my hair long, don’t spend hours getting the tangles out and I don’t hate my hair anymore♥ 4source record 2143

I always park in the same row as the front door of a place so I’ll always know where I’ve parked. If more than one front door, I’ll park in the very center of the building♥ 4source record 2173

store your fruits in glass instead of plastic and they will last about a week longer♥ 4source record 2182

The amount of times superglue has saved me money♥ 4source record 2230

Putting a safety pin on the end of a sweatshirt hood thing to get it back in♥ 4source record 2263

I was on an airplane and they couldn't figure out how to reset something so they just turned off and turned on the whole plane♥ 3source record 2402

Turn it off and back on♥ 3source record 2551

Use a house key at aldi if you don't have a quarter 😃♥ 3source record 2624

used a long stick (just poked it a bunch) to unclog the sewer pipe in my yard. Took 3 minutes; Saved hundreds.♥ 3source record 2654

Doing little things that make my life better. Like more charging cables all over the house. Instead of looking for one over and over again♥ 3source record 2671

duct tape and zip ties♥ 3source record 2681

Turn it on and off again 😂😂😂♥ 3source record 2715

turning something off and on again or unplugging it for a bit♥ 3source record 2721

"more lube": You'd be surprised how many things can be improved with a little oil/wd-40/water/etc 🤷‍♀️♥ 3source record 2736

Unplug it and plug it back in♥ 3source record 2740

I did this button thing on my Roku and the busted screen (looked like something hit it!) fixed itself!!!!! It was WILD. I kept seeing it everywhere and didn’t think it would work but I tried everything else and was like I’ll try it. And it worked?!?♥ 3source record 2746

Turning it off and then back on♥ 2source record 2830

What Not to Wear taught me that you’ll never love the way something looks more than when you put it on in a dressing room. If you don’t LOVE it, then don’t buy it.♥ 2source record 2843

If you’re in a city and your service bars are low… turn your phone off and back on and you will have more service. You’re welcome♥ 2source record 2880

If you cant open a jar, tap it firmly all the way around with the blunt side of a knife to loosen and open it.♥ 2source record 2939

Lefty loosey, righty tighty♥ 2source record 2983

someone told me wear a striped shirt when cutting your hair or getting it done so you can tell if it’s straight♥ 2source record 3066

I fixed a tv with a fork♥ 2source record 3082

Idk I just realized I can do a blowout on fully dry hair and now I can do my hair in 10 minutes vs 1+ hour 😅♥ 2source record 3171

I make my bed every morning. being successful at something first thing in the morning gives me a sense of accomplishment that helps me keep up the momentum.♥ 2source record 3216

We had a chunk missing from the top of our countertop. My daughter used ramen noodles to fill the hole, and it's now as hard as the original countertop!♥ 2source record 3303

whistling chases away bees♥ 2source record 3338

making my bed every morning - i live on my bed (as a disabled person), but when it's made i've entered day mode♥ 2source record 3351

If you struggle with plastic wrap, ripe the boxed side, not the part that you’d pulled.♥ 2source record 3352

I whistle to make bees go away.♥ 2source record 3366

If it's on the floor it can't get knocked to the floor. 😆 I'm clumsy af and you wouldn't believe how many things this has saved.♥ 2source record 3368

When I set something down, I’ll verbally say what it is for example “keys” so that when I’m looking for my keys, it’ll register the last time I put them down and I can easily find them♥ 2source record 3372

Usually calling my dad 😂😂😂 I thought we were talking about actually fixing things. Usually if I can’t figure out how to make something work I call my dad and without even talking to him it starts working♥ 2source record 3407

I tell my pillow every morning when I make my bed "I'll be back" and give it a little pat. No matter how bad my day gets I know I'm going back to that pillow. Yes I have a family and a dog to come home to that love me, but that pillow doesn't ask anything of me, it only gives, LOL♥ 1source record 3511

I only turn in the stove hood light when the burners or oven is on. Turn it off at the same time as I turn the stove off and never have to wonder. (I dislike the stove hood light being on if I’m not using it general so this was an easy habit to create)♥ 1source record 3514

Painting my door threshold black to keep ants away♥ 1source record 3572

The simplest way to fix basically anything, turn it off and back on again.♥ 1source record 3655

those plastic fruit bags at the store that won't ever open without you licking your finger to moisten it... just pull each handle to the opposite side a little 🔛 and release, seperates both sides just enough to open them easily (without licking your dirty fingers 😆)♥ 1source record 3656

Gardening 😂♥ 1source record 3672

Duct Tape♥ 1source record 3690

Unplugged it and plugged it back in♥ 1source record 3727

Our washing machine kept leaking randomly, I put 1 inch blocks under the front, it’s never leaked since. It was actually pretty level before that. But hey, wins a win and I didn’t have to tear it down.♥ 1source record 3735

Restart the computer 🤣✌♥ 1source record 3775

Carry bouquets of flowers bloom down so the water stays in the petals before you get them home♥ 1source record 3787

When you don’t want to try pants on in the store but not sure if they fit your waist.. wrap the waist of the pants around your neck. If they fit your neck they will fit your waist.♥ 1source record 3797

Just gave birth. Learned (after a few weeks of hell) that you only have to wash/sanitize your pump once per day… just put that thing in the fridge after each pump! SAVED MY SANITY♥ 1source record 3838

Girl when I poop I almost pass out because of that so I turn the cold water on the sink and put my wrists under it to not pass out 🔥🔥💪HAHAHAHAHAHHA♥ 2source record 3885

Kicking something that’s broken, has fixed a surprising amount of my problems.♥ 1source record 3958

I blew into the cartridge of the Nintendo 64 game to make it work. It worked! Incredibly simple. A♥ 1source record 4050

smack it, fixes most things♥ 1source record 4052

Turn it off and back on again♥ 1source record 4125

I had this awful Globus Sensation (feeling like something is stuck in your theoat) that just wouldn't go away for DAYS. I was desperate and started searching for something to help and I found a YouTube video where a girl said just to firmly place your thumb & forefinger on either side of your throat and run them from top to bottom several times. FIxed it almost instantly!♥ 1source record 4132

I have TERRIBLE hypnogogic hallucinations. screaming, fighting, running type hallucinations. wearing an eye mask fixed it 🤦‍♀️♥ 1source record 4178

Distracted by how good your hair looks♥ 1source record 4191

Blowing in an NES cartridge♥ 1source record 4203

duct tape♥ 1source record 4229

I once came across simple introductions to the most basic cognitive distortions in a self-help book. Fewer than a dozen like black & white thinking, catastrophizing, should statements, filtering out positives and so on.. 20 mins of reading TRANSFORMED my life lol♥ 0source record 4274

change air filters and wash rugs on the first day of the month.♥ 0source record 4293

Steel zip ties, fixed several things with them.♥ 0source record 4304

I sellotape my gloves on never lose them anymore bit tricky getting them off tho had them on from February till June this year♥ 0source record 4438

Rebooting your computer a few times to fix problems♥ 0source record 4445

Turning stuff that does not work, on and off. Hold my nosebridge with my fingers for 4 sesongs 4 times. Clears it all up. Massage my thumb when carsick.♥ 0source record 4453

Blowing on a Nintendo game♥ 0source record 4538

I turned it off and turned it back on again - IT♥ 0source record 4596

Hitting it♥ 0source record 4617

When you get out of bed .. make your bed …. Changes the whole day♥ 0source record 4630

making my bed everyday. fills me with a sense of accomplishment in the morning and pure joy at the end of the day. I never miss a day!♥ 0source record 4651

Turn it off and turn it back on♥ 0source record 4697

When you’re staying at a motel, take a powerboard that has usb ports, and extension cord. It’s just so much easier.♥ 0source record 4711

Have you tried turning it off and on again?♥ 0source record 4720

Object broken? Hit it. Works now? Great! Doesn’t work? Power button time.♥ 0source record 4726

Y'all have actual helpful tips, mine is I got a DVD player stuck in our mini van when we're on a road trip, kids were going bananas, hubs was driving, I was like I should probably smack it, he's like how about call the dealership. Guy on the phone was like hmmm, did you try smacking it🤣😂. I then did, and it popped right out.♥ 0source record 4804

Turn screw caps backwards until they click, then forwards to tighten. The threads will always line up, no more leaking bottles.♥ 0source record 4867

We use a metal skewer to turn the heater off. Does that count.♥ 0source record 4906

when the starter in your car isn't working. Lightly tap the solenoid with a hammer while your buddy has the key turned. worked every time♥ 0source record 4924

I once threw the remote at the wall and it started working again♥ 0source record 4956

I buy hamburger sliced pickles to bring for meat cheese pickle trays. Sure beats cutting up the entire jar of pickles before we go anywhere.♥ 0source record 4957

was dealing with a buzzy guitar amp, I turned my ceiling light off, and it stopped.♥ 0source record 4981

I only buy striped bed covers/quilts so that there's point-at-able evidence of cover stealing♥ 0source record 5021

If your zipper is not working or stuck. Get a granite pencil and rub it on the zipper and it should zip a lot smoother♥ 0source record 5038

ring camera placed so that I can see if I closed my garage door. It's saved me so many trips to check.♥ 0source record 5076

Reboot it before you call someone. Works for technology and my brain.♥ 0source record 5230

baby powder formula for dry shampoo♥ 0source record 5251

My fridge wasn’t making ice. Tried everything. I filled it with ice one day, and it started making ice. Turns out the temperature needed to be lower 🤷‍♀️♥ 0source record 5303

Shut off and turn back on after waiting a few minutes fixes probably 80%-95% of my tech issues. 😂♥ 0source record 5355

Use wet nail polish over dry nail polish to act as a remover when you don’t have remover on hand 🤷🏻‍♀️♥ 0source record 5371

This might not be relevant to many people but my car was making a clunk every time it shifted from first to second. I expected to take it to a transmission shop and pay $$$$ but turns out the wiring harness for a bunch of transmission-related wires had rubbed through on the engine block and some wires were shorting out. I fixed it with electrical tape and a zip tie. No more clunking!♥ 0source record 5389

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How commenters applied it: Don't put it down, put it away — and other clutter rules.

What readers reported: If I'm going into another room, I force myself to take something that should go in there with me. That way, I'm minimizing clutter and the need to straighten up later on.

Limit: someone said to me to put it away where you would look for it. but that didn't work for me. put it away where someone visiting might look for it does.

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someone said to me to put it away where you would look for it. but that didn't work for me. put it away where someone visiting might look for it does.

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16 source recordsRecurring approach

Do not put it down; put it away

Route an item to its home instead of creating an intermediate pile.

Finish it in the same motion
Change the environment

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“Don’t put It down, put It away” ADHD hack for mesource record 50

Don't put it down, put it away!!!source record 1317

Saying DON’T PUT IT DOWN PUT IT AWAY has completely helped my clutter problemsource record 1492

7 source recordsRecurring approach

Handle each item once

Use the OHIO or one-touch rule to finish routing an item while it is already in hand.

Finish it in the same motion

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Yes! My mom taught me this. She says “touch it once”source record 422

OHIO - Only handle it once, just put things up alreadysource record 1220

Learned on Oprah many years ago the trick OHIO which stands for Only Handle It Once, meaning put something where it belongs the first time while it’s in your hands. Not just setting it down to deal with later helps keep things free from clutter or having to later do a “big” clean.source record 1287

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Never leave a room empty-handed

Carry one misplaced item toward its destination whenever moving between rooms.

Carry the next task with you
Attach it to an existing routine

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“Never leave a room empty handed.” Learned while serving as a waitress. Has helped in bite sized bits keep my house/car clean!source record 386

Never leave a room empty handed. Always see if there’s something that needs to be put away. Except I have adhd, so this cycle can go all day for me 😂source record 4216

Never leave a room empty-handed. 😊 always bring something to put back into its place.source record 5315

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Use a basket to route items between rooms

Collect out-of-room items in a basket, bag, or bin and distribute them in a later pass.

Carry the next task with you
Change the environment

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I hung a hook at the top and bottom of my stairs. I hung a basket on it. Basket goes up and down every time I do. Keeps things so much tidier.source record 762

I have ADHD and when cleaning I put a basket in the doorway of the room I’m working on. Anything that belongs in a different room goes in the basket then I put those items in the doorway of their respective rooms before moving to the next one. It keeps me from going into another room and getting distracted.source record 1154

To stop myself from running all over the house putting things away I grab a bag or basket and as I’m cleaning a room and come across something that belongs elsewhere it goes in the bag. As I move from room to room cleaning/tidying I will take things from the bag that belong in that room. Like before I will put things in the bag that don’t belong in that room and repeat the process in each room. Then when you’re done you have cut down on all the distracted running and worked more efficiently.source record 3578

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If I'm going into another room, I force myself to take something that should go in there with me. That way, I'm minimizing clutter and the need to straighten up later on.

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"don't put it down, put it away"

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I sew carabiners to little pieces of fabrics on the inside of all my handbags to clip my keys to, never frantically searching through the whole mess again

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“Don’t put It down, put It away” ADHD hack for me♥ 5source record 50

I put mine in one of those days of the week organizers. I can only take the pill from that day so I know if I took it already!♥ 0source record 237

I bought a daily pill organizer for this reason. I check the day and see if I’ve taken it or not! It works great and the organizer is so cute. 💜♥ 0source record 240

“Never leave a room empty handed.” Learned while serving as a waitress. Has helped in bite sized bits keep my house/car clean!♥ 15source record 386

Yes! My mom taught me this. She says “touch it once”♥ 0source record 422

I hire people to fix my plaster, do my heavy gardening, help me declutter.♥ 1source record 649

I do this too. or if someone is driving absurdly slow my hubby starts to loose his mind and I say "maybe they have a newborn baby in their car. or, maybe they have a container of soup with no lid" 🤣🤣♥ 1source record 733

I hung a hook at the top and bottom of my stairs. I hung a basket on it. Basket goes up and down every time I do. Keeps things so much tidier.♥ 6source record 762

Currently doing this and had a horrible old chest of drawers. So I used YouTube and reddit, taught myself to upcycle and sand etc and came out with this!♥ 34source record 790

If I'm going into another room, I force myself to take something that should go in there with me. That way, I'm minimizing clutter and the need to straighten up later on.♥ 73source record 1058

I started doing this a while back, but then I ended up dirtying more containers bc after the serving is done, 2/3 of the container was empty, so I had to switch it to a smaller one to put in the fridge anyway 😂♥ 2source record 1211

OHIO - Only handle it once, just put things up already♥ 62source record 1220

Honestly, I swear I'm neat because I'm lazy? Easier to put it in the right place now, than lay it down only to pick it (and 50 other things) up and put it away some time in the future.♥ 2source record 1222

Don't put it down, put it away!!!♥ 21source record 1317

Don’t put it down, put it away. 🥰♥ 57source record 1325

Saying DON’T PUT IT DOWN PUT IT AWAY has completely helped my clutter problem♥ 12source record 1492

I usually walk into a store without a basket or trolley because it's only going to be 2 things...I've lost count the amount of times the staff see me lugging ten things in my hands and then bring me a basket or trolley. it's not intentional, but it actually makes a connection with them and we all end up laughing because I didn't realise it bugs them and they think I just don't want to go get it....ended up having a funny conversation with one guy who actually poured when he quietly showed up with a trolley for me...😂🤣♥ 3source record 1572

If I am walking into another room and there are things that also need to be put in that room or along the route, I do it. It’s less of a chore to put things away if I incorporate it while doing something else.♥ 8source record 1654

My mom always said, don’t go empty handed. It reminds me to do this♥ 3source record 1655

when cleaning a room, bring a larger container. everything that doesn't belong in that room goes in the container. As you clean room from room, you place things where they belong. Silly, but actually saves so much time♥ 4source record 1745

"don't put it down, put it away"♥ 4source record 1790

Path of least resistance-ing my life! Pile of shoes in the corner? I get an organizer rack and put it there. Makes things so much easier for my ADHD brain♥ 5source record 1798

After a school or community event, I send an email to the organizers or teacher to show my appreciation and acknowledge their efforts and tell them what a great time I had. Little choices matter.♥ 5source record 1821

I call it “one touch”… instead of moving items in my house from place to place, once I pick them up or am done use something it gets “one touch” back to its home. It eliminates clutter, keeps me organized, and saves me time♥ 5source record 1860

I keep a notes list of little things around the house or at work that irritate me so I can fix them. For example we could never find hair ties for my girls before school. So I decided to buy multiple bags and put them in containers in designated locations like “hair stations”. There’s one in the mudroom for getting hair done before running out the door. Life irritation solved! Bought umbrellas at the dollar store and tucked one in each car door pocket. Now no one gets caught in the rain. Sometimes it’s the little things that can ruin your day.♥ 5source record 1901

I tried a thing I saw here of buying a basket for clothes like sweaters or pjs that weren’t being worn but weren’t dirty and it has reduced clutter and piles of clothes a good amount. So baskets♥ 5source record 1936

use my barbecue tongs to reach things out of my tall cabinets so I dont have to use a stool.♥ 4source record 2104

Don’t put it down, put it away.♥ 4source record 2107

someone said to me to put it away where you would look for it. but that didn't work for me. put it away where someone visiting might look for it does.♥ 3source record 2346

decluttering house (actually was big task but effective)♥ 3source record 2403

dont put it down, put it away♥ 3source record 2418

sometimes I just say o.h.i.o. (only handle it once) in my head until the thing is put away. I have a bad habit of cluttering my home so if I can repeat that sometimes it helps lol♥ 3source record 2472

‘Don’t put it down put it away’ I never have clutter in my house!♥ 3source record 2508

Don’t put it down put it away♥ 3source record 2523

Don’t put it down, put it away♥ 3source record 2540

I was holding onto old clothes in different sizes - just in case- the clutter was too much- a friend said “you’re going to want new things if your size changes to feel your best and won’t be looking at your old stuff to wear - absolute fact. Everything was donated.♥ 3source record 2548

Don’t put it down, put it away.♥ 3source record 2608

I hated putting away, so I stopped! I no longer put any of my clothing in a dresser. It’s either hung in my closet or thrown into baskets. My pajamas hang in my bathroom on the door.♥ 3source record 2688

touch it once. don't set it down unless that's where it goes.♥ 2source record 2776

plumbing tape♥ 2source record 2827

improve the room you're in by 1% before leaving it. I'm always moving things around, picking up small trash, organizing as I go about my day♥ 2source record 3047

‘Don’t put it down, put it away’♥ 2source record 3194

Instead of squinting to see labels I take a picture of label on cellphone and enlarge to see fine print much easier♥ 2source record 3232

I’m saving this so I can come back to it over and over. Some of these tips are great!! I wish I had one to share 😂 I guess, the whole “if I haven’t used it in 6 months I’m tossing it” type of thing. I’ve declutterrd a lot since adhering to that♥ 2source record 3319

When I reset the house at night I put all the clutter on the couch unless it goes in the sink or the garbage. So I make a lap around my house for sink & garbage stuff, the rest goes on the couch. I have 2 under 2 so we usually have random shit everywhere & it makes it easier to keep me focused on decluttering. Once the rest of the house is clean I go through the pile. Usually takes 2 minutes.♥ 2source record 3392

Constantly repeat in your head "don't put it down, put it away"♥ 2source record 3409

My pool guy told me that soaking my Miele fabric filter in degreaser a couple of times a year would solve the problems with my bagless vacuum clogging with fine dust just like it clears the cloth pool filters of sunscreen. The man is a genius. Saved me $250 for a replacement filter and my seven year old vacuum now works like the day I bought it. Obviously has to be completely rinsed and dry before you put it back in the machine.♥ 1source record 3449

Don’t put it down. Put it away.♥ 1source record 3501

When cleaning, if you picked it up, only put it away in it's designated place. Do not pile it up, move away or something - put it where it belongs. With time you unconsciously learn to pick up all things that goes to one place or place by place. It saves time by not touching one thing several times.♥ 1source record 3549

When doing anything, say, “Don’t put it down, put it away”♥ 1source record 3630

Yup to this! My deodorant is in my top drawer next to my bras—put a bra on, swipe deodorant!♥ 0source record 3684

A home purse, I lose things so easily, I got a container with a handle ($3 at Walmart) and I just put everything in it so I can move ALL of my stuff from one room to another♥ 1source record 3799

Never leave a floor (or room) empty handed. Helps me put away the clutter♥ 1source record 3931

Don’t set it down, put it away. I’m neurodivergent and it really helps to reduce clutter♥ 1source record 3949

Just buy more trash cans and put them where the mess is so that I don't have to take a single extra step to throw it away vs put it down. Trash cans without lids work better for this.♥ 1source record 4007

Don’t put it down, put it away. #ADHDhack♥ 1source record 4035

Everyone in my house has been trained: it takes an average of 6 seconds to put any one thing away.♥ 1source record 4095

Hooks! I have command hooks all over my room, mainly for clothes. I don’t like putting half worn clothes back into the closet. They go on hooks instead so I can see them. Keeps them off the floor and away from cluttering my chair/bed♥ 1source record 4140

Never leave a room empty handed. Always see if there’s something that needs to be put away. Except I have adhd, so this cycle can go all day for me 😂♥ 1source record 4216

dont put it down, put it away has helped me not clutter up a lot. i even let out a big sigh but i do it and cleaner house cleaner mind♥ 0source record 4394

If I pass something to pick up or put away think "oh, I should put that away" I immediately stop what Im doing & do it. if Ive already spent the time thinking about it twice, it obviously needs to be done. I also practice "put it away, dont put it down" which has been MASSIVELY helpful in life♥ 0source record 4562

The sentence: don’t put it down, put it away! A lot less mess around the house.♥ 0source record 4639

“15 minutes a day keeps the clutter away.” I listen to 4 songs while walking around the house putting stuff back and it saves me so much time during my weekly clean. Everyone has 15 minutes a day.♥ 0source record 4658

One touch rule for mail…. Only touch it once …. Throw it, file it, Etc….. I hate piles 😉♥ 0source record 4724

Putting away a box of drinks in cans. Open one end, put it on the fridge shelf with the open end pointed away from you. Open other end and push all the cans onto the fridge shelf in one shot. So quick.♥ 0source record 4735

if you're stuck between 2 options, label them even and odd, check the minutes on the time and if it's an even number, pick the even task 😁♥ 0source record 4847

Not using hangers for any clothes. Just shelves and hooks makes it so much easier to put clothes where they belong.♥ 0source record 5022

I sew carabiners to little pieces of fabrics on the inside of all my handbags to clip my keys to, never frantically searching through the whole mess again♥ 0source record 5062

mayonnaise gets sticky labels off jars etc♥ 0source record 5183

Don’t put it down, put it away when cleaning up♥ 0source record 5215

I pay my kids one cent for every item of clothing in their baskets turned right side out♥ 0source record 5222

Never leave a room empty-handed. 😊 always bring something to put back into its place.♥ 0source record 5315

Organizing my clothes in closet based on colors. Saves me so much time either trying to decide or find what I’m looking for.♥ 0source record 5379

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Cleaning rhythms69 index entriesSmall routines that keep the house cleaning itself.

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Cleaning rhythms

69 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Cleaning rhythms

How commenters applied it: Small routines that keep the house cleaning itself.

What readers reported: Changing the toilet roll immediately and happily. Remind myself everyone wants a village, I gotta be the villager

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

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2 source recordsRecurring approach

Clean while catching up with someone

Call or talk with a friend or relative while moving through cleaning tasks.

Borrow another person's momentum
Give attention a neutral target

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I just phone a friend and catch up on stories. Instead of sitting still the entire time. I end up cleaning the entire house unconsciously 😂source record 708

The minute I talk to my cousin/sister I immediately start cleaning. Growing up we were always put to work together but we had each other to talk laugh gossip and it made me happysource record 4736

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Put a trash bin where trash accumulates

Add an accessible trash can or bag at the location where waste naturally piles up.

Change the environment
Remove a step

See 2 representative source examples

As someone with depression, putting a trash can/bag anywhere trash gets piled up normally.source record 4398

Put a trash can in the living room that’s easily accessible.source record 5205

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Use music as the cleaning cue

Start music or a familiar album to initiate or sustain a cleaning session.

Use a sensory reset
Attach it to an existing routine

See 2 representative source examples

turn on music to hype myself up to do the cleaning 🧹🧼 and sing loud and proud ( can't carry a tune, but it works)source record 3334

For a while, every time I cleaned/tidied the house I would always listen to the same album. Now, when I don’t want to tidy but NEED TO I put that album on and it makes me wanna clean 😂source record 4718

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Changing the toilet roll immediately and happily. Remind myself everyone wants a village, I gotta be the villager

source record 698♥ 935

Later-arriving source

Call that person you’ve been meaning to catch up with when you have cleaning to do at home. Pop some air pods in and your house will be spotless and you’ll have caught up with a friend.

posted about 57 days after the source♥ 8

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when I have stuff to do, like cleaning or making lunches or charging my car, I flip my thinking and say stuff like "how lucky I am to have mess to clean from a healthy child" "how lucky am I to have a lovely car to take me to all the places I need to go" it just makes me more great full of the life I have ❤

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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What the counts show

Small routines that keep the house cleaning itself.

69index entries

69distinct source records

14.9%of parent category

1.3%of the complete index

61top-level comments

8replies

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I call cleaning resetting in my head and it makes it a little less daunting and less like a chore for whatever reason♥ 5source record 46

Call that person you’ve been meaning to catch up with when you have cleaning to do at home. Pop some air pods in and your house will be spotless and you’ll have caught up with a friend.♥ 8source record 293

“Don’t be a messy hoe- clean up as you go!” :)♥ 20source record 420

Changing the toilet roll immediately and happily. Remind myself everyone wants a village, I gotta be the villager♥ 935source record 698

I put a new roll on the top of the toilet once it’s running low. Changed my life lol. It’s max another day, and someone switches it when needed♥ 0source record 699

I just phone a friend and catch up on stories. Instead of sitting still the entire time. I end up cleaning the entire house unconsciously 😂♥ 15source record 708

As soon as I pick up the mail, I stand in front of the trash/recycling. Immediately, toss the junk mail in. Any catalogues are gone through, while, still standing there, then, tossed. Open the rest of the mail, then, toss the envelopes they came in. Walk to the desk and place the bills on it, ready to pay. There are NEVER piles of mail in my house.♥ 351source record 939

I put 4-5 garbage bags into the cans at a time, fully open and wrapped over the edges one inside the next. Then when it needs emptied, knowing I don’t have to put a new bag in it every time makes it feel so much quicker and easier.♥ 6source record 983

10000000% this. This hack is the reason my house went from really messy to clean and tidy.♥ 0source record 1020

Use a bidet anyway cuz it also cleans better, just my $.02♥ 1source record 1158

same concept with a bidet: you'll use less toilet paper FOR SURE, but if you take a minute and drip dry a bit, you'll use even less. plus, you get to just sit down in a private room for a minute and do nothing 😌♥ 1source record 1159

When doing a whole house clean day with 3 kids, writing down a bunch of jobs on strips of paper, taping them on the wall, dozens, it looks like SO much to do. Some big jobs some little jobs, each family member has to do 10….each of my 3 kids do the easiest possible ones and think they are “winning” at the game, and rush to be done…me, the mom is the winner because now I have 30, yes 30 less things to do!! I mean we all knew the kids weren’t taking the “clean the bathroom” anyway !♥ 85source record 1170

Napoleon delayed reading mail for two weeks. He believed that most problems would resolve themselves during that time, and urgent matters would either find a way to him or remain important when he finally reviewed the correspondence.♥ 113source record 1204

Picking my outfit for the next day as soon as I come home.. I have to be dressed everyday and when I have that figured out and my mess from that cleaned up my next day is so much easier♥ 63source record 1355

Baking soda to clean dirty pots and pans!♥ 29source record 1529

Invite someone over so I thoroughly clean my house. 😬😆♥ 4source record 1765

Doing my weekly household cleaning during the work week, so that weekends can truly be for relaxing & refreshing.♥ 5source record 1950

Do it while you're thinking about it for small tasks/chores/clean up. Helps prevent unfinished projects.♥ 5source record 1955

I hurry fast to load up/switch on the machines I have that do work for me so I can have a leisurely breakfast while the dishes and laundry are washing, etc. so I’m not doing *nothing* around the house.♥ 5source record 1972

my facewash lives in my shower, so i’m never standing at my sink with water dripping down my arms and all over the counter. and i wear a mask (a scarf could work too) if i’m going out on a windy day - i used to get a cold every time it was windy but i don’t if i cover my nose and mouth.♥ 5source record 1978

I make my bed as soon as I get out of it everyday. Even though I work from home and never have company. I do it for myself and to represent an accomplishment that early in my day.♥ 4source record 2051

Cinnamon in the trash can at night OR cinnamon sticks in the can itself to prevent fruit flies :)♥ 4source record 2097

You don’t need a plunger, a toilet brush will work just fine. When the toilet is clogged just shove the brush in as hard as you can over and over. This won’t work on big blockages but if you just tried to flush a bit too much paper it should work. My husband is a plumber and I couldn’t believe it the first time he showed me.♥ 4source record 2146

recording a time-lapse video while i clean - keeps me focused/off my phone and i get the instant gratification when i'm done to see how much of a difference i made!♥ 4source record 2248

most mechanical things that stop working are not broken, they just need to be cleaned or lubricated♥ 3source record 2491

My dog peed on my carpet and I couldn’t get rid of the smell with anything including and enzymatic cleaner. I diluted vodka with water and put it in a spray bottle and sprayed my carpets. It eliminated the smell completely♥ 3source record 2519

With raising our kids: some said “we always give our kids 2 options. We’re fine with either, and 1 is in our control”. So like telling a toddler “come here or I will come get you” (game changer). or telling an older kid “you can clean your room or you can hire me to do it and I’ll just deduct it from your allowance.”♥ 3source record 2576

Get rid of all the trash in your car while you're pumping gas 🙌🏻 my car is always clean!♥ 3source record 2605

Taking chondroitin to clean out your arteries . Unbelievably simple to take and a major study in Spain showed how effective it is.♥ 2source record 2862

Heather Wibbels posted a self lymph drainage massage 15 years ago on YT. I’ve sent it to so many music teachers. Game changer. No more drowning in drainage.♥ 2source record 2867

WD40 can clean just about anything♥ 2source record 3166

Also, never leave the room you're cleaning. If something is in that room that doesn't belong, set it outside the door and deal with it when the room is clean.♥ 1source record 3170

If your bathroom is clean, guests will overlook other areas in your home that may not be as clean :)♥ 2source record 3251

Doing things bad is better than not doing it at all. Especially cleaning. When you have more spoons you can do more♥ 2source record 3295

turn on music to hype myself up to do the cleaning 🧹🧼 and sing loud and proud ( can't carry a tune, but it works)♥ 2source record 3334

Dusting the bathroom with toilet paper before I clean it. The toilet paper is the best for static cling pick up of dust and hair. So when I clean with detergent and water I’m not pushing the same 4 hairs around the whole time♥ 2source record 3397

Putting the popcorn bag upside down over the garbage and shaking all the unopposed kernels out. Works pretty well.♥ 1source record 3468

White vinegar for cleaning, great at getting any filmy look off anything♥ 1source record 3505

I read on Reddit that mooing on the toilet helps you poop 😭♥ 1source record 3705

Legit earwax ? Like clean ur ear with a qtip and use it?!♥ 0source record 3784

I pretend I’m my big sister or my aunt coming over to help me clean♥ 1source record 3893

When cleaning I start by vacuuming it forces me to pick up everything as I'm going then means I have to put everything away and I can't sit down till it's away♥ 1source record 3938

Whenever I drop something in a hard to reach place I just get the vacuum hose and call it a day. I dropped a small lid in the sink drain and it didn’t fall down the curve so just just sucked it back up lol♥ 1source record 3980

if you have to take a shit in a public restroom or anywhere for that matter and are concerned about leaving poop particles all over the inside of the toilet. flush the toilet a couple times before you go, really helps with the poop not sticking. you're welcome♥ 1source record 3983

Not health stuff but newspaper/news print makes cleaning glass and mirrors SO MUCH easier and more effective. Especially the inside of a windshield♥ 1source record 4005

The Big 6 lymph drainage. My iPhone stopped recognizing my face after 2 weeks. I do it multiple times a day every day.♥ 1source record 4057

the pink stuff♥ 1source record 4061

Making my bed and cleaning up anything I left out the night before right when I wake up. Tidying up the kitchen and emptying the drain and/or the dishwasher while I’m making lemon water and coffee every morning. It helps me start the day with a sense of accomplishment and a better mental state♥ 1source record 4063

I have a jingle that goes to the tune "if you're happy and you know it" but the words are "if you're going to that room, take this too" when I'm cleaning♥ 0source record 4292

Also, if one nostril is blocked, lay down on the opposite side and it will start to drain and the swelling will reduce!♥ 0source record 4312

As someone with depression, putting a trash can/bag anywhere trash gets piled up normally.♥ 0source record 4398

putting a trashbag in every room I regularly inhabit. Fixed my "imma throw this away later, let's put it on the ground here for now"♥ 0source record 4452

Put down the toilet seat.♥ 0source record 4464

Always keep a Fall/Winter bag and a Spring/Summer bag packed with 5 days of clothes per bag and all toiletries and $300-500 in spending cash. Then u are always prepped for last minute travel. Some of the best/ reasonably priced trips have been booked in less than 48 hours from departure!♥ 0source record 4492

Using luke warm water with Dawn soapy water to fix a clogged toilet♥ 0source record 4504

When you are packing for a trip go ahead and pack your toiletries the night before. Then the next morning only use items from that cosmetic case. That way you know you packed everything.♥ 0source record 4527

i have house slippers that are specifically to force myself to clean♥ 0source record 4589

For a while, every time I cleaned/tidied the house I would always listen to the same album. Now, when I don’t want to tidy but NEED TO I put that album on and it makes me wanna clean 😂♥ 0source record 4718

The minute I talk to my cousin/sister I immediately start cleaning. Growing up we were always put to work together but we had each other to talk laugh gossip and it made me happy♥ 0source record 4736

have small cleaning kits around your house. spilled something? don't have to go all the way to the basement to clean, just open the closet♥ 0source record 4746

Drink various herbal teas regularly! Its so beneficial for keeping down bacteria, viruses, fungus, mucus. A lot of herbs have a lot of nutrients and clean our organs too!♥ 0source record 4886

Mail. Handle it once. Read it over the trash can, write the check, what ever, don't move it around, deal with it♥ 0source record 4923

When I need to clean the house I put on my shoes. I cannot sit on a couch or bed with shoes on. It’s my life hack.♥ 0source record 4983

blue dawn + baking soda just a stupidly good cleaning tool.♥ 0source record 4984

Put a trash can in the living room that’s easily accessible.♥ 0source record 5205

I bought a toilet seat bidet. Best purchase ever.♥ 0source record 5248

I keep everything somewhere I can see it. my clothes are on a clothes rail, my keys and anything in my pocket go on a wide open table. Helps with object permanence, organisation, and lateness, and often with messiness/cleaning, although that's a bit more hit and miss. And when I walk through the door nothing happens until I put my stuff down in that room.♥ 0source record 5326

I saw a Tumblr post that said they've never judged anyone else's windshield wiper speed so why would they deny themselves a good windshield wiper speed...♥ 0source record 5347

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Kitchen and cooking tricks67 index entriesOnion tears, easy-peel eggs and faster dinners.

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Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Kitchen and cooking tricks

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Kitchen and cooking tricks

67 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Kitchen and cooking tricks

How commenters applied it: Onion tears, easy-peel eggs and faster dinners.

What readers reported: Put baking soda in the water when you’re boiling eggs and they peel SO EASILY

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Cook bacon in one large batch

Cook a full package or large amount of bacon at once and store the remainder.

Remove a step
Create a default

See 3 representative source examples

cooking bacon in a big pot on the stovesource record 1650

Cooking big batches of bacon in a pot instead of frying peices flat one by onesource record 3100

Cook the whole package of bacon on a tray on the oven. Put whatever you’re not using that day in the freezer for another time. Eliminates having a open half bag of raw bacon in the fridge.source record 5198

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Use a kettle to speed water boiling

Heat water in a kettle before transferring it to a cooking pot.

Change the environment
Remove a step

See 2 representative source examples

Putting water in a kettle and then pouring it into a pot so it boils fastersource record 2199

get an electric kettle for boiling water. they're super common in Europe but not in the US. you won't believe how much you will use it and how much energy and time u will savesource record 3809

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Wear gloves for dishwashing

Use dish or washing-up gloves to reduce the sensory friction of handling dishes.

Use a sensory reset
Change the environment

See 2 representative source examples

Wearing dish gloves to cleansource record 4033

I bought washing up gloves and now I can take care of my dishes without wanting to scream. And I put a little corn flour in them so they don’t get sweaty.source record 5077

Source-record spotlights

Most engaged source

Put baking soda in the water when you’re boiling eggs and they peel SO EASILY

source record 807♥ 716

Later-arriving source

That seems dangerous. It seems like washing the dishes or something like that would be a safer option so that if you do fall you don’t crack your head open.

posted about 79 days after the source♥ 1

Zero-like source

Put dishwashing liquid on any squeaky hinges!

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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What the counts show

Onion tears, easy-peel eggs and faster dinners.

67index entries

67distinct source records

14.5%of parent category

1.2%of the complete index

59top-level comments

8replies

Browse the original comments67 preserved records · 67 of 67 source records accounted for

Buying hamburger in bulk and dividing it into zip lock bags that I then roll out to make flat is the best thing I’ve ever learned. It makes defrosting fast, saves tons of money, and it’s very little space in the freezer ❤️♥ 5source record 24

About every two months I purposely plan all meals with what's left in the cabinets, pantry, freezer. For a couple weeks it reduces my grocery bill and declutters the kitchen.♥ 7source record 33

I am not doing the dishes. I am resetting the kitchen. Adjusted my brain from the action being a chore.♥ 5source record 52

We gave personal plates, glasses, bowls. So they know who left the dirty dishes. They likes it because they had something personal. (Big family.)♥ 0source record 544

Similar reason I never complain about dishes in the sink. Once I said to my husband, ugh the dishes… it never ends. To which he responded, what would life be like if it did?♥ 8source record 689

Put baking soda in the water when you’re boiling eggs and they peel SO EASILY♥ 716source record 807

Putting a large “discard bowl” when I’m cooking so I’m not taking multiple trips to the trash can or making a big mess♥ 6source record 941

recipe?♥ 0source record 979

I use the recipe I linked but I don’t use the meat. I add finely shredded carrots and finely chopped celery 🥰♥ 5source record 980

The number of lectures I have given to a sink fill of dishes!♥ 0source record 1328

cooking bacon in a big pot on the stove♥ 14source record 1650

Wearing my shoes/flip flops while I do the dishes makes it so much more tolerable. 😅♥ 5source record 1658

Keep my bread in the freezer 😬♥ 3source record 1781

For about 2 months I’ve started doing one task on Sunday that I’ve been putting off. It’s been helping my mental health to get things done, but also helps me feel prepared for the week! It can be something intensive like deep cleaning a closet, or simple like wrapping Christmas gifts or washing a few dishes. It has helped my house stay cleaner and I only allow myself to do these “scary” tasks on Sundays!♥ 5source record 1807

Baking Sourdough♥ 5source record 1811

Stick your tongue out when you cut onions to keep your eyes from watering!!♥ 5source record 1906

Turn your graphic t-shirts inside out before washing and drying to prolong the lifespan of the design so it doesn’t fade/crack!♥ 4source record 2041

Putting water in a kettle and then pouring it into a pot so it boils faster♥ 4source record 2199

Burned a soup and blackened the pan. Wasn’t coming off. Boiled baking soda and a tiny bit of dish detergent in a bit of water for 15 min and let it sit overnight. Pan is like new.♥ 4source record 2280

Everything has a designated location. EVERYTHING. If it always is in it’s spot, you can’t lose track of it♥ 4source record 2304

I call it my “Might as well…”, if I’m already in the kitchen warming something in the microwave I “might as well” clean up the counters while I wait, or another task instead of just standing there waiting for my other task to complete.♥ 3source record 2387

It took me a while to realize that the loud clanging of the dishes while putting them away was deterring me from doing them. So now I listen to music with earbuds and it helps a lot.♥ 3source record 2411

Truly it’s making my bed, I absolutely love the way it makes me feel and how it starts my day. It’s THE BEST recipe to start your day right♥ 3source record 2534

ALSO I keep a mini broom & dustpan set right next to my kitchen trash can so I can easily sweep up any messes. It being visible and ridiculously close to where I am makes it so easy to sweep.♥ 0source record 2586

Spray some cooking spray (Pam) on a paper plate and wave it around to catch fruit flies in the kitchen. They stick to the spray♥ 3source record 2631

as someone with adhd, Ive learned to form my organization around my routines. take your shoes off by the door? put a shoe rack there. constantly put your things on a certain spot on the table? put the basket there. remove obstacles on the path im already on instead of changing my path entirely♥ 2source record 2885

I have 2 kitchen trash cans side by side. Instead of taking out the trash mid-week, I just take them both out at one time on trash day.♥ 2source record 2921

Scrambling eggs inside the pan rather than scrambling them in a bowl and pouring them into the pan. They taste so much better!♥ 2source record 2928

Crack an egg on the flat side on a flat surface.♥ 2source record 2943

When cooking pasta, once the water is boiling, pour the pasta in, turn off the burner, put a lid on the pot. The lid keeps the heat in, you're saving energy with the burner being off and the pasta cooks in the same amount of time.♥ 2source record 2984

I learned how to cut an onion online like 4 years ago and now it’s muscle memory♥ 2source record 3009

I hate doing dishes so I’ve convinced myself to just wash 2 or 3 things. Most of the time since I’m already there I’ll wash most if not all. But if I don’t I still don’t feel guilty because I did say I was only washing 3😉♥ 2source record 3098

Cooking big batches of bacon in a pot instead of frying peices flat one by one♥ 2source record 3100

‘Meaninglessly’ small goals (like I will go to the kitchen and clean 1 dish) and lots of practice with focusing on that goal. Positively-valenced cognitive avoidance research said to do something similar instead of saying ‘I have time later’. Still working on it all but life’s much better.♥ 2source record 3144

Got rid of the tv n watch shows on my iPad now, but only while doing other tasks. I set it out on the kitchen n boom while kitchen cleaned now♥ 2source record 3158

I don't focus so much on what needs to be done instead I think about what I'm willing to do right now. I need to vacuum the car, but if I focus on that I'm going to end up on the couch scrolling instead but right now I'm willing to clear the counter and do the dishes. At least something is getting done.♥ 2source record 3169

Damp towel on/next to the cutting board full of onions. The painful compounds are attracted to water, usually your eyes are the closest water. Put something else closer = no more tears.♥ 2source record 3419

That seems dangerous. It seems like washing the dishes or something like that would be a safer option so that if you do fall you don’t crack your head open.♥ 1source record 3438

relationship hack: when I come across a minor annoyance (i.e. I dislike dirty dishes in the sink. I prefer them stacked on counter beside, so the sink is always open and clean to do the million little things throughout the days) I ask myself, "Would i rather have my love, or an always open sink?" it helps me let the little things go so they don't build up. He's an absolute gem and I never want anything stupid to get in the way. ❤♥ 1source record 3472

Crust to crust. Don't leave half your toast void of flavor.♥ 1source record 3513

Twisting the lid of any spice, sprinkles, Parmesan cheese, or “shaker” of any kind makes it come out evenly and quickly.♥ 1source record 3719

Always keep the sink clear. Its so much easier to clean a kitchen if the sink is already clear.♥ 1source record 3759

get an electric kettle for boiling water. they're super common in Europe but not in the US. you won't believe how much you will use it and how much energy and time u will save♥ 1source record 3809

I watch reactions to my favorite songs or movies while I’m in the kitchen. Watching the next generation react brings me joy and makes cooking and cleaning fly by.♥ 1source record 3876

When cleaning start in one spot work the room like a circle. Make piles that need to leave the room so those last,♥ 1source record 3910

Breaking frozen pizza before cooking it 😂♥ 1source record 3966

Do any task that takes 2 mins or less immediately— forces me to never leave that 1 or 2 dishes in the sink !♥ 1source record 4008

I make super big batches of French toast or pancakes. And I dice everything up before I put it away, so when I go to fed my kids, it’s already chopped and easy to dish up.♥ 1source record 4020

Wearing dish gloves to clean♥ 1source record 4033

Use cooking spray instead of wd40♥ 1source record 4111

Adam Ragusa’s veggie chilli recipe. And the fact that you can easily make your own Mac and cheese recipe out of anything if you start off with a few slices of American cheese.♥ 1source record 4154

One time I just thought to rinse the freezer burn off my ice cream and it worked and now I tell everyone.♥ 1source record 4213

brine chicken before cooking♥ 0source record 4557

For over proofed sourdough: instead of making focaccia (and this only works if it hasn’t completely fallen like there’s still a lot of bubbles) 1. You throw it in your fridge or freezer until your oven is fully preheated WITH the Dutch oven in it. 2. You will have to work fast, but split the dough into how many loaves your recipe called for. Do not shape or try to score it!! 3. Put it in the Dutch oven with an extra ice cube or two then place in the oven for your normal amount of time 4. Leave the lid ON the whole time. Your bread should come out relatively the same size as you would usually see, but if you added an inclusions, it might be a little shorter, but still delicious. I call these “ugly loaves”♥ 0source record 4657

Dawn dish soap and a white rag will get out any stain better than any stain remover. Obviously add water♥ 0source record 4755

Reminding myself that it will be worse later for tasks I don’t want to do like making the bed, doing the dishes etc. Gets me to do it and I don’t get that ‘ugh!’ feeling when I walk into the room with an unmaid bed, dirty dishes or clothes to put away.♥ 0source record 4776

When in need to clean a surface - any surface- I go 1. Trash in the bin 2. Out stuff back in its place 3. Scrub. I use water with dish soap and vinegar. Then it’s spotless and pleasing to look at ❤ 3 rd step I’ve seen done by a cleaning lady and I can’t go back to just spray and wipe 😅 I use a dish sponge for just this purpose♥ 0source record 4823

I have started to think “you don’t have to do it all at once” I have a bad habit of rushing when I know I have chores. But it doesn’t have to be clean the whole house, it can be as simple as I put up this dish and I wiped the counter. That’s two accomplishments♥ 0source record 5025

I bought washing up gloves and now I can take care of my dishes without wanting to scream. And I put a little corn flour in them so they don’t get sweaty.♥ 0source record 5077

Put dishwashing liquid on any squeaky hinges!♥ 0source record 5096

Say "I might as well" instead of "I should do that." If you're near the kitchen sink, might as well wash one dish. Since your hands are wet, might as well wash one more. It turns a lot of annoying "to-do" tasks into things that kinda just happen♥ 0source record 5197

Cook the whole package of bacon on a tray on the oven. Put whatever you’re not using that day in the freezer for another time. Eliminates having a open half bag of raw bacon in the fridge.♥ 0source record 5198

I have hEDS and found a study that steroid cream on nails and cuticles improve the quality of them. HEDS patients often find nail polish immediately chips or cracks and they can't grow their nails without chipping or cracking, but applying steroid cream can make them harder to Crack and also stop cuticles from splitting or the skin from peeling backwards.♥ 0source record 5225

tap eggs on their base with a spoon to snap their membrain before boiling them, to make them easy to peel every time♥ 0source record 5256

Mix bicarbonate soda into a paste with water and use that to clean anything grimy in your kitchen. Works particularly well on cupboards, stovetop & oven door♥ 0source record 5261

Having a note block at the kitchen counter and everyone in the household writes down when something is (nearly) finished. Never ran out of neccecities. 😍♥ 0source record 5291

I ALWAYS wear an apron when I cook, so my b clothes don't get stained♥ 0source record 5369

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Rewriting the voice in your head450 records · 6 sub-topicsSelf-talk swaps that changed how people treat themselves.

Quieting the inner critic184 index entriesShutting down spirals, shame and self-directed meanness.

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Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Quieting the inner critic

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Quieting the inner critic

184 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Quieting the inner critic

How commenters applied it: Shutting down spirals, shame and self-directed meanness.

What readers reported: I saw the phrase "don't take criticism from someone you wouldn't take advice", it immediately improved my self worth

Limit: Two things: if I can’t get myself to get up, wiggle each toe fist. If that doesn’t work, have someone count down for me/count down for myself. They both work sometimes

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Two things: if I can’t get myself to get up, wiggle each toe fist. If that doesn’t work, have someone count down for me/count down for myself. They both work sometimes

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Naming your brain so when it’s not working in your favor you can just blame it on Tammy or Steven

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These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

4 source recordsRecurring approach

Ask what the next thought will be

Interrupt a noisy thought stream by asking what thought will arrive next.

Give attention a neutral target

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I'm an over thinker..someone told me to say " I wonder what my next thought will be ". silence. also putting shoes on in morning makes you feel like you have to be doing somethingsource record 3285

Think “what’s my next thought” when my brain needs a bit of silence. I immediately can’t think of anything and it’s quiet.source record 4047

If you are an over thinker or just trying to quiet your mind, say outloud, I wonder what my next thought is going to be. It throws the thought pattern off.source record 4645

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Answer the negative thought out loud

Say a positive correction or a firm refusal aloud when harsh inner talk appears.

Use a sensory reset
Change the sentence

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When I realize I am being mean to myself in my head, i immediately start saying positive things out loud, no matter where I am. It sounds cheesy but it literally changed my life.source record 3493

I read a book called the untethered soul and it addresses the negative thoughts that keep us captive. Now when I have a negative thought, I say out loud 'NOPE YOU'RE NOT MY VOICE' and I reset myself and think positive lovely happy thingssource record 4613

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I saw the phrase "don't take criticism from someone you wouldn't take advice", it immediately improved my self worth

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“Cmon Barbie let’s go party” out loud when I’m trying to get up to do something and I’m frozen, after I say that I feel bad not getting up

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Pretending I’m making an aesthetic “day in my life” video to get myself to do any task I don’t like, if anyone witnessed me narrating everything out loud and showing items to an invisible camera they’d think I’m clinically insane but it works for some reason 😂

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Shutting down spirals, shame and self-directed meanness.

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Don’t trust the information if you don’t trust the source♥ 5source record 28

If I want to say something, but I’m nervous- my rule is I count to three and blurt it out. You can’t take it back once it’s said, but I can always have three seconds of bravery!♥ 6source record 31

Nothing is more permanent than a temporary solution♥ 5source record 37

You know how when you see a tragedy on the news, you feel such heartbreak for the victim? But if they did something annoying to you in real life, you’d have nasty thoughts about them, or even if they just looked strange and you judge them. I learned to love everyone as you would the victim on the news. Don’t wait for tragedy to love your fellow innocent human.♥ 5source record 45

The confidence of a man!♥ 119source record 93

TBH, it’s not confidence for me. I already don’t have the job so I lose nothing by applying. Literally the worst case scenario is nothing changes, and that happens every day. Still stings a bit when they say no, but that just means I wasn’t the right fit♥ 38source record 94

Do some things today for “future you”, like put out clothes for the morning and say it out loud! I’m doing this for “tomorrow your name, “ it helps you to not procrastinate and makes the next day go so much better.♥ 5source record 100

I saw the phrase "don't take criticism from someone you wouldn't take advice", it immediately improved my self worth♥ 6,209source record 291

THIS!!! took my brother for hs senior pictures he was embarrassed in public taking pictures. I told him no one cares like at all. People live for themselves. It’s simple and .. true.♥ 4source record 394

I say it out loud and it creates a memory♥ 1source record 438

I’m sure this is a super helpful mindset to him a ton of people! But doing something half assed goes against every fiber in my being lol♥ 0source record 498

I try my best to do this too! And say it out loud for my kids to hear so hopefully they will do the same when older 🤞🏽♥ 12source record 507

It's more than that. It's the fact that you can't live life depending on "motivation" to do everything. Motivation is a great kickstarter for new actions, but depending on it for consistency inevitably leads to doom. It's breaking the mindset that you need to "feel right" to do things. That in turn also allows you to better parse what is actually a GOOD reason to not yet do something; you can't always rely on sunny weather to maintain the jogging routine just because rain feels bad, but a sprained ankle is worth mindfulness.♥ 10source record 564

i say “that’s good i wanted that to happen” after i knock something over or drop anything. at first it was sarcastic but it actually helps reduce and annoyance or anger♥ 1,797source record 575

When I was still unlearning my conservative upbringing, anytime I saw someone on the street unlike me and a stereotype I was taught popped into my head, I’d think to myself “cuties being cute” bc everyone’s cute in their own way and it quieted the first thought immediately.♥ 1,700source record 657

I’m a woman and when I compliment , I stick to complimenting women. Seems to help with this problem also, sometimes I realize that I’m complementing them on embarrassing things! So I’ve had to tone down my complimenting enthusiasm! It takes practice!♥ 2source record 668

Waiting till the morning to conclude how you feel about something. Everything is always clearer (and sometimes better) in the morning♥ 1,012source record 671

I have an idealized version of myself in my head. Whenever I'm stuck on something, I ask "What would Business Mark do?"♥ 6source record 894

I said resilience instantly, however on second thought I’m not sure it’s fixed anything in my life♥ 5source record 961

Out loud♥ 2source record 1089

Speak out loud while completing tasks, like you’re explaining to an audience. “Ok when you see a full sink like this you haaave to start at the top, get your gloves and let’s go.” It makes the brain focus on something other than task completion. Really works♥ 74source record 1103

When dealing with tough students, a former teacher suggested I imagine a halo over their heads. That helped!♥ 49source record 1150

When my son started school, making lunches felt like a chore. And it always seemed to fall on me, not my husband which made me more resentful. Then I realized I liked making his lunch, since I could make sure he was eating healthy, nutritious food. And then I started thinking how lucky I was to have an amazing little boy to make lunches for. And suddenly it felt like a privilege each time I got to make it. Totally switched my mindset around ❤️♥ 44source record 1152

I'd also like to endorse what I like to call "active meditation" which I relate highly to Taekwondo and other martial arts forms. I loved doing my TKD forms as a kid (not against an opponent, just practicing by myself). I would hit the ready pose, clear my mind of all distractions, and do my forms. It was such a clear mindspace to be in.♥ 6source record 1230

If you “can’t” do something because you’re scared or embarrassed (think trying a new hobby), be someone who can. Pretend to be someone else and go do the thing! The person who told me this would go so far as even wearing wigs and outfits to be the person who could do the scary thing!♥ 33source record 1278

Play it out loud but there are actually speakers you can buy that go under your pillow so only you hear it♥ 1source record 1416

So dum but talking out loud the current state I’m in wo assigning the emotions to myself. Meaning, “I’m experiencing anger bc, … and to stop this experience I need … “♥ 27source record 1420

You have at least try to have a good day sometimes. Sounds easy in theory but can be difficult in practice 😅♥ 21source record 1506

We got a pitbull, who ended up having WAY more energy than we realized, and she was tearing up the house and the yard. We thought, the only way to solve this problem is to get a SECOND pitbull for her to wrestle with. We knew it was a huge risk. But against all odds, it worked.♥ 25source record 1609

Setting a misogi (Japanese) every year as part of your goals for the new year. A modern misogi is a personal, annual endeavor to step far outside your comfort zone.♥ 19source record 1657

If I get a ringing in my ear, I cuss (internally, with strong intention but not out loud) with the worst words I can think of to say. Ringing goes away within a few seconds. (Old wives tale says ringing in your ear is because someone is talking bad about you behind your back.) sounds crazy but it works♥ 3source record 1718

In nursing school I didn’t have enough time to study as I’d like so I recorded myself reading my notes out loud. Sometimes I’d use a funny voice or point out something particularly difficult to make it stand out more. I would play it during my commute and it was like magic! I didn’t even have to pay attention! Graduated with honors!♥ 5source record 1720

I have an alarm at night that asks me what was my joy today.♥ 4source record 1761

When I don’t want to do something that I need to do I give myself a 5 second count down to start.(ex getting out of bed, stepping out of a hot shower to a cold room etc.)♥ 5source record 1800

If there is someone I have an issue with or really just don't like them, I think about what I do like about them and it improves our interactions to be more positive.♥ 5source record 1830

If you find yourself holding a grudge against someone, write a letter to yourself from the person apologizing for what they did. Read it out loud every night and your brain will start to believe it 😅♥ 5source record 1845

Two things: if I can’t get myself to get up, wiggle each toe fist. If that doesn’t work, have someone count down for me/count down for myself. They both work sometimes♥ 5source record 1866

If you struggle with negative thoughts about yourself/your life, imagine it’s a beloved friend going through the same situation and what you would say to them. Follow that script when thinking through the issue. It eventually works and helps you build self-love.♥ 5source record 1897

When stressing about life or decisions I say “Everything’s made up and the points don’t matter” from “who’s line is it anyway”.♥ 5source record 1904

Breathing techniques and mindfulness meditation♥ 5source record 1921

If I’m feeling antisocial or don’t want to go to a place, I think of “what would the main character do” or “would this make my life story more interesting?”♥ 5source record 1929

Putting on shoes to clean/get stuff done around the house. Weirdly puts me in the “work” mindset, I have house crocs lol♥ 5source record 1938

Whenever someone tries to merge in traffic, I give them space and say out loud, as if to a toddler, “Get in there, buddy!” And when they merge I say “Good job!” Makes it feel more like I’m helping someone and not being inconvenienced on my commute. Cut WAY down on the road rage.♥ 4source record 2029

Just trying to be 1% better each day♥ 4source record 2056

if procrastinating getting out of bed, do a rocket launch countdown "5-4-3-2-1 blastoff" and make rocket noises♥ 4source record 2080

I’ve been working 70+ hours per week for going on four years. It leaves me with zero will to do housework, and such. I just wanna come home and watch TV and go to bed. But I learned that if I get up and do something during the advertisements, I can actually get quite a bit done and it doesn’t feel like I am killing myself to get it done. It’s just a couple minutes at a time.♥ 4source record 2144

Also. Our household operates using the MVP mindset, minimum viable product. No more perfectionism♥ 0source record 2168

"How do you know you can't do this? You've literally NEVER done it before." That's rewired my thought process tenfold!♥ 4source record 2181

When I’m baking a big batch of cookies, I yell out how many cups of flour I’m putting in the bowl…”1!…2!…3!…” Too many times has my brain decided to think of something else mid-scoop and I lost count. Bonus if another person in the room can yell the number back to you!😁♥ 4source record 2203

I once heard “The only story you’re a main character in is your own” and that helps me when I start thinking about what others think of me. It doesn’t matter♥ 4source record 2233

Untangling jewelry will take your mind off anything. It’s super simple yet effective.♥ 4source record 2292

when I start thinking negative thoughts about myself like"oh that was stupid", I will talk back to it like they're talking about my kid- It was a mistake and quit talking to me like that!♥ 4source record 2297

Pretending I don’t feel bad♥ 4source record 2305

I tell grumpy horses they're beautiful and perfect and the best ponies ever and it improves my attitude, which helps theirs as well!♥ 3source record 2383

I make it a point that whenever I’m out running “boring” errands I compliment someone. Seeing them happily accept the compliment and walk a bit more confidently afterwards makes me happy and gives me a a little boost of energy to finish my errand run. “I like your hair…that’s a cute purse…hey cool shoes!”♥ 3source record 2384

Any loud negative thoughts that occur after 9pm on the dot are Not Real Thoughts and I’ll think about them in the morning if they are important. 99% of the time they don’t come back♥ 3source record 2443

Before my eyes adjusted I thought this was Danny Gonzales♥ 3source record 2457

Im nice (more mindful) about how I think/speak to myself. craziest thing but it's changed so much for the better♥ 3source record 2473

When dealing with a frustrating problem I can solve it faster by walking away from it for an hour or more to refresh my mind versus trying to double down when I’m emotionally charged.♥ 3source record 2593

I named it BFF and I send myself stuff that brings me joy.♥ 3source record 2599

Count backwards from 90 when you’re distressed. When you count from 90, down to zero, you’ll get out of your emotion mind, because you’ll be so focused on counting♥ 3source record 2602

Before hopping out the car to go to anything I don’t like I say: “I am going to enjoy this event” and It helps me have a better mood♥ 3source record 2640

when you got shit to do but youre struggling to get started, say "aint nuthin to it but to do it!". picked that up from my bf who was from a rural small town and that phrase is like magic the way it induces such a drastic mindset shift♥ 3source record 2663

Naming your brain so when it’s not working in your favor you can just blame it on Tammy or Steven♥ 3source record 2668

For most things, “Done poorly is better than not done at all,” helps my task initiation override perfectionist judgment.♥ 3source record 2677

Bring your body & your brain will follow♥ 3source record 2678

“Cmon Barbie let’s go party” out loud when I’m trying to get up to do something and I’m frozen, after I say that I feel bad not getting up♥ 2source record 2749

If ur feeling sad , forcing a smile will actually improve your mood, even if only by a little♥ 2source record 2758

Read a book about by a neurologist. Smiling and looking up when you’re feeling down. Do it for 3min. It makes you feel better.♥ 2source record 2768

1. You can only hold one thought in your head at a time so if you’re going down a rabbit hole with negative thoughts, change it to a positive thought. 2. Don’t pass it up, pick it up. It keeps my house really clean and organized. 3. Lots of little bits make one big bit.♥ 2source record 2778

to quiet the mind, I heard a content creator say ask yourself the question. I wonder what I'm going to think next.♥ 2source record 2800

When I’m upset about something or someone, or worried they are upset with me, I ask myself if it will matter as much in a week? I check back in a week, and it never matters as much.♥ 2source record 2809

so meditation 😁♥ 2source record 2842

100% works every time! If you have the hiccups, just say out loud “I’m not a fish” and you are cured!♥ 2source record 2892

Trouble with religious guilt? Try atheism. It's super effective!♥ 2source record 2902

counting down 321 to get things done♥ 2source record 2903

Recently was reminded that embarrassment is a choice and that has helped me tremendously when I keep that in mind♥ 2source record 2909

counting backwards from 5. mel robbins♥ 2source record 2916

I have a peer who spent a decade in the 70s living in India as a monk. During that time he meditated 8-18 hours per day, 7 days a week, for 10 years straight. He has since reintegrated into society and is insanely successful. When I asked him to tell me the main thing he took from all that meditation he said with no hesitation ‘Thought itself is the real devil.’ My view on everything changed immediately♥ 2source record 2944

changing the way i talk about myself♥ 2source record 2972

If I’m going to be 15 minutes late I say I’m going to be 30 so if I end up being later than expected no one is upset. My bestie taught me this!♥ 2source record 3020

I look at my puppies and instantly I feel good🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰♥ 2source record 3035

I firmly believe in just getting it done. whatever it is. doesn't have to be perfect, just get it done. don't sweat perfection, it doesn't exist.♥ 2source record 3048

“You’re so talented” when someone or my dog annoys me. Like when my dog steps on the remote while I’m watching tv♥ 2source record 3058

I start every day with, "Alexa, play Good Day by [account] frank" best mental shift!!♥ 2source record 3095

not waiting to feel good to do something♥ 2source record 3102

Every time I go shopping I feel happy, feel sad-go shopping!♥ 2source record 3133

Catholicism!♥ 2source record 3168

Stopped watching the news♥ 2source record 3182

When you’re angry and want to throw something, throw it with your non dominant arm. You’ll laugh at the pathetic toss. Haha.♥ 2source record 3191

if I say something bad about myself, I have to say three nice things about myself..sometimes it's hard, but it's really changed my self esteem♥ 2source record 3202

Stopped voting for democrats…♥ 2source record 3215

A crush is just a lack of information♥ 2source record 3217

Every time I told myself how stupid I was, I imagined my therapist outside my window with a snipe rifle saying “say that again…” and I’d replace the thought with a kinder one. It was SO silly but man, I don’t get stuck in those negative thought loops anymore!♥ 2source record 3237

Look at my situation and how I am acting as if I was a spectator to the situation♥ 2source record 3255

If I need to do something, I put it in my way. Object Permanence issues are a huge for me. If I catch myself stepping over it, I move it to increasingly annoying places til I do what I need to.♥ 2source record 3257

recognize that most of the time youre frustrated at a situation, not a person. approach the problem together as a team. you and them against the problem. not you against them about the problem. it will help reduce resentment and allow you move into logic brain and out of emotion brain.♥ 2source record 3269

Meditation 💜♥ 2source record 3272

I'm an over thinker..someone told me to say " I wonder what my next thought will be ". silence. also putting shoes on in morning makes you feel like you have to be doing something♥ 2source record 3285

low expectations♥ 2source record 3336

Actually getting angry. It passes through, doesn’t linger♥ 2source record 3403

When I'm thinking negative thoughts about myself I ask..what's the evidence of that? If I can't come up with any, I don't believe the thought.♥ 2source record 3414

When I get shy or scared, I ask myself “when I d1e, will I regret not doing this”. If the answer is yes, I’ll do it.♥ 1source record 3467

Delays prove beneficial…♥ 1source record 3487

Forgave myself and started to choose myself, now I have guilt for choosing myself which I need to work on 😂😭♥ 1source record 3491

When I realize I am being mean to myself in my head, i immediately start saying positive things out loud, no matter where I am. It sounds cheesy but it literally changed my life.♥ 1source record 3493

Smile to change your mood.♥ 1source record 3509

Seek out rejection, try to fail. I got jobs that I would have never applied for because they were incredibly competitive♥ 1source record 3539

closing your mouth when you're angry♥ 1source record 3634

Just forgive yourself♥ 1source record 3659

“Choose your hard” 💜♥ 1source record 3661

I say "if you have to think about it don't do it." -- I don't do things out of pressure or fear anytime i feel like it's wrong or I'm unsure...my intuition is always right♥ 1source record 3693

Learning that meditation is actually not thinking about anything. It’s that simple.. at the most you might pay attention to your breath or count your inhalations/exhalations as a beginner.. it’s simple but easier said than done♥ 1source record 3793

I always keep my house clean by thinking…if I needed to call 911 and have strangers see my house would I be embarrassed? House is always tidy 😆♥ 1source record 3794

Nervous to try or do something new? Pretend you’re good at it. Just pretend.♥ 1source record 3796

I don’t talk to men at all.♥ 1source record 3813

Don’t say anything bad about the way you look out loud. You can think it all you want but don’t let it leave your mouth. Once you speak it, it becomes real. It’s done wonders for my confidence over the years♥ 1source record 3851

I don’t say or think anything bad about myself ever. I also don’t say things like “this sucks or fml” when things happen- I just say “that’s unfortunate” and move on. It’s helped my mental health a ton♥ 1source record 3863

I say “Scene” in my head to let thoughts I’m obsessing over to stop! 🎬♥ 1source record 3881

It feels weird to use voice command or voice annotation (especially in public) but simply whispering the words works perfectly.♥ 1source record 3976

I heard the phrase “if a man can do it…” on TT and something just clicked. I was a new widow at that time and barely learning how to maintain my house on my own. That phrase gave me the confidence to try fixing stuff I thought were impossible for me ti do. Now, I’ve fixed my own washer, dryer, installed drip irrigation, and fixed my car’s AC with youtube as my guide. All tasks my late husband, and new fiance, would have been too scared to try themselves.♥ 1source record 4006

“You can’t be brave if you’ve only had wonderful things happen to you“ this is a Mary Tyler Moore quote that I think about when I have to do something scary.♥ 1source record 4024

Think “what’s my next thought” when my brain needs a bit of silence. I immediately can’t think of anything and it’s quiet.♥ 1source record 4047

“What’s more important. Keeping your peace or theirs?” When it comes to addressing issues♥ 1source record 4104

When I start to feel bad about something I ask myself, “what would love do now?”♥ 1source record 4110

I live with that sticky icky feeling daily. I’m over it♥ 1source record 4120

I've been doing this since I was about 19. anytime I feel sick and I start getting the achy skin feeling. I run my hands in warm to slightly hot water for about 5 minutes and it seems to reset something where I don't feel so sick anymore. it doesn't cure the sickness, but it makes the terrible icky skin feeling go away.♥ 1source record 4122

when verbalising to my bf how certain things make me feel bad i frame it as “when you do/dont don’t do this thing my brain tells me that you don’t like me” etc and it makes it a lot easier to feel non-confrontational and to work together on the issue not against each other♥ 1source record 4174

Stopped weighing myself daily. The difference it made to my obsession♥ 1source record 4182

I smile a lot. 😁 Fixed everything 🔥♥ 1source record 4195

Stopped asking myself “why” and asked “what” instead.♥ 1source record 4214

Simply choosing to be happy♥ 1source record 4221

believing that our energy is felt and shared with all living things. you put more intention in what you do and live very truthfully. sending positivity more makes you feel better♥ 1source record 4249

Leaving that man♥ 0source record 4300

or you deal with your emotions....♥ 0source record 4382

Count to give yourself a transition 😤 coût to 3 and you get up♥ 0source record 4384

Telling yourself to get up at 0 and proceeding to count backwards from 10 to 0. Whenever I can’t find the motivation to get up/stand up/start IT HAS NOT FAILED TO GET ME GOING♥ 0source record 4400

i read somewhere recently, when something goes wrong, yell ‘plot twist!’ - each time ive done this its stopped me getting upset or angry, and I laugh instead!♥ 0source record 4417

I tried a guided meditation years ago that said imagine your negative thoughts suspended in balloons and just cut them loose, I still use it every time my mind is annoying me 😂♥ 0source record 4420

this might be cringe, but... like Bella, i too have a mental image of "Edward Cullen" who gently but sternly tells me off right before i do something stupid or dangerous. knowing that someone, even an imaginary fictional character, fiercely cares for my safety and well-being has helped me take better care of myself♥ 0source record 4489

I taught myself to use a computer mouse with my left hand so that I can write with my right hand and my life is so much better now.♥ 0source record 4490

It’s not embarrassing unless you’re embarrassed. Even if others try to make you feel embarrassed (and even if you do feel that way), even just pretending like you’re not is a win. Practice it. It works.♥ 0source record 4507

Try meditating and doing “ahoommmmm”♥ 0source record 4535

This sounds ridiculous and so simple but when I start to get upset about something someone said or did I say out loud "Why am I getting angry". Always helps.♥ 0source record 4540

When something bad happens, I say well, nobody died, and nobody got hurt.So it's not so bad.♥ 0source record 4563

stopped feeling sorry for myself. I realized that my dad was right..ew😅 your attitude really makes or breaks your success. once I started acting like I was an investment to myself my life got a whole lot happier. having a victim mindset really holds you back♥ 0source record 4599

If you are an over thinker or just trying to quiet your mind, say outloud, I wonder what my next thought is going to be. It throws the thought pattern off.♥ 0source record 4645

I tell Siri to remind me of things depending on where I’m at or what I’m doing.♥ 0source record 4649

anything remotely annoying do it when no one's around♥ 0source record 4679

Do something within 5 seconds of it coming to your brain♥ 0source record 4690

TO QUIET YOUR MIND: Say to yourself..."I wonder what my next thought will be?" after a few 10 or so seconds ask yourself again!! It works for me!! 🤗♥ 0source record 4693

I just decided one day I was good at public speaking for the next hour (right before a big presentation at uni). Then once I did it, and did it well, it’s like my brain just agreed and I never had a problem public speaking. I then applied that to every new skill I had to perform so I wouldn’t be nervous. Fake it til you make it. Now I’m confident and it’s weird when people think I was born with it.♥ 0source record 4709

I do all my housework very fast so it feels I didn’t waste much time doing something I didn’t like.♥ 0source record 4715

Chewing gum associating. If you’re cramming for something use the same gum flavor each time you sit down to study to put your mind into study mode. If you have two subjects to cram for use spearmint for one subject and bubble gum flavor for the other.♥ 0source record 4716

Back in hs we would say “no balls” and that was pretty effective♥ 0source record 4739

stoicism♥ 0source record 4825

Coined the phrase "doesn't have to be perfect, just needs to be done." it's made my life so much easier.♥ 0source record 4857

(Breaking my rule for just a moment) Before commenting on TikTok’s, I ask myself if I’m making it about me. If yes, I delete and rewrite or move on.♥ 0source record 4907

When I'm not confident or confrontational I think about someone I know that is those things and I approach the situation as though I'm them. My person is Monica. WWMD ? So I stand up for myself, ask for a refund, complain etc the way my confident friend would. Like I'm playing a character♥ 0source record 4932

Im working on mastering count to 5 in my head before replying to anyone♥ 0source record 4963

I put my shoes on to make myself feel like I gotta do something♥ 0source record 4980

I don’t “like” memes that talk down / negatively about myself or have to do with something that I wouldn’t want to happen. Even if it’s funny I avoid liking it because I want to only invite positive energy into my life and this has made me very mindful about how I talk about myself and how I want to be represented. 💗♥ 0source record 5007

If I have negative thoughts I shake my head like an etch a sketch and they go away♥ 0source record 5013

Transcendental meditation. They explain how it works, but the calmness and the rest and productivity that comes from 2x 20 minutes just sitting there with my eyes closed is insane and it still does not make sense how much of an effect it has on me♥ 0source record 5028

You can be mad without being mean.♥ 0source record 5029

if anyone has found the hack for making yourself go to bed at a decent hour...🤦🏻‍♀️♥ 0source record 5034

one time I minded my business and it was great!♥ 0source record 5036

When my internal dialogue is loud I put a hand over my right eye and everything goes silent♥ 0source record 5056

when you're really really nervous, like can hardly control yourself shaking etc. literally just lie to yourself that you're EXCITED. pretend real hard that it's excitement, it does work♥ 0source record 5070

I just put it back in , didn’t feel right the first time♥ 0source record 5082

Whenever I have thoughts a dont want, my default mode is «oh not, I dont want to think about that», which obviously makes it vorse. But if I instead say «oh, its just you» og «well well», it will ho away.♥ 0source record 5123

Saying the nice things out loud, hugging intentionally. I always think about what I want their LAST impression of me to be.♥ 0source record 5125

I have been that for years and wondering to myself why the heck I was doing it. My brain and body knew something I didn’t. Go figure♥ 0source record 5194

saying out loud "its ok to make a mistake/mess. you are safe. no one is mad at you. now lets fix it/clean it up"♥ 0source record 5195

saying "i can do hard things" when im feeling frustrated or struggling to do something, especially if its something new♥ 0source record 5196

To cure hiccups for others I tell them "You are not a fish" and it works. If I get them I say out loud "I'm not a fish"♥ 0source record 5213

You're admitted to the hospital and someone entered your home to get your things, how does that make you feel? That's why I'm meticulous.♥ 0source record 5238

Meditating♥ 0source record 5287

Try Reading Quraan♥ 0source record 5306

Acceptance♥ 0source record 5345

Bribe myself with something delicious, fun or desired after I complete a task I’ve been avoiding.♥ 0source record 5384

I started meditating and I was able to get off of two hypertension meds.♥ 0source record 5399

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Talking to yourself like a friend106 index entriesThird-person pep talks and naming the voice in your head.

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Limit: I tell myself "I'm not a fish" out loud, when I have hiccups cuz of this one TikTok I saw explaining why we hiccup or something, and every time it stops my hiccups immediately. It doesn't work on anyone else I have told them about it,…

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I tell myself "I'm not a fish" out loud, when I have hiccups cuz of this one TikTok I saw explaining why we hiccup or something, and every time it stops my hiccups immediately. It doesn't work on anyone else I have told them about it, but it helps me immediately. Idk! it's weird!

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Give the negative voice a separate identity

Name the brain, bad thoughts, or negative self-talk so it can be answered from a distance.

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Give that negative inner voice a name. it becomes a separate entity. Then its easier to challenge it and helps you learn to not listen to it.source record 2046

I saw someone say to name your brain, so I call it Deborah when I do something stupid… I guess it just brings an extra level of awareness and gentleness. My default inner voice to myself isn’t very kind, it’s better than calling myself stupid in a moment of frustration 😂source record 3709

I gave my negative self talk Trump’s voice. I do NOT let that man talk to me like that anymoresource record 4003

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Remind yourself that you can do hard things

Repeat a brief capability statement before or during a difficult task.

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I will look at myself in the mirror and tell myself I can do hard thingssource record 1004

I constantly remind myself I can do hard things. I say the phrase often, even about things I dont find hard or even dislike doing, but it gives me a sense of accomplishment when ive done it. also the 5 second rule, when I have something that needs to get done, but im doom scrolling and procrastinating, I count down from 5, by the time you get to 1, it works by disrupting the brains waves and starts a new thinking process, most the time I dont have to get to 1 before im already getting to whatever it was I need to do, but sometimes, every once in awhile, its a really long 1 😅source record 2156

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Replace a harsh self-label with a kinder one

Swap insults such as stupid for gentler, corrective, or playful language.

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replacing mean self talk with kind self talk. at first i would self correct, ie inner critic would think "I'm so stupid" kind voice: "no I'm not, everyone makes mistakes" it took a few years but the mean inner voice eventually went away completely which was pretty life-changing because i am a survivor of child abuse and that inner critic used to be very loud and constantsource record 2286

Switched internal self talk; when I habitually would call myself stupid, I’d instead call myself silly. Truly changed everything. (Raised by a mom who hates herself, so had some self-hatred to unlearn).source record 5271

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Repeatedly telling myself "don't put it down, put it away" throughout the day has helped me control the clutter in my house

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Reverse pomodoro technique. Pomodoro technique is typically 25 mins on a task then 5 mins off-task. If I’m really not feeling it, I’ll tell myself I’ll do 5 minutes on a task and 25 mins off. Inevitably after 5 minutes on task I’ll only take 5 mins or so off task before starting again and building up. Works a treat.

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I tell myself that "tomorrow's me will be so grateful for what today's me did for her" works on big things and small things. Feels like I have someone helping me out but it's just me 🥰

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I knew a guy once who told me, “when I don’t know what to do I just tell myself “do the right thing” and I almost always know the answer immediately, because there’s almost always a right thing.”♥ 5source record 47

If I am not feeling like doing something, I tell myself “do it like a zombie,” meaning, sometimes it’s better to just go through the motions instead of doing nothing. Half the battle is getting up and getting started. My heart doesn’t need to be in it, and sometimes it will jumpstart motivation.♥ 117source record 104

I do this thing called DIRN (Do It Right Now) Sounds funny out loud but if it’s a simple task that takes 3 minutes or less, DIRN. It could be loading the dishwasher or wiping down the counters. I never want to do it but I remind myself DIRN and it turns into a flow of DIRNs and before I know it, I’ve completed a big list of small things that add up but are easy to overlook♥ 5source record 166

Omg someone else uses this method!I either count down and then have to rapidly tell myself “don’t think just go! Just do it! Just do it! Go!”♥ 1source record 205

Repeatedly telling myself "don't put it down, put it away" throughout the day has helped me control the clutter in my house♥ 8,487source record 419

not my idea but i remind myself i don’t have to be good at something to enjoy it♥ 2,746source record 531

When I’m stressing about how I’ve been bed rotting, I tell myself “This is rest. Rest is productive” I just keep saying “This is rest” over and over until my body gets it and relaxes♥ 2,736source record 578

this is how I got over fear of spiders. instead of the initial fear and cringe reaction id tell myself oh its just a cute spider just trying to survive, like us all 🥹i wave to them now♥ 15source record 659

I know this isn't the same situation, but I always make myself dwell on gratitude when I go to the dentist 😅 I absolutely hate but, but I keep reminding myself how grateful I am that I don't live in a time where I could die from a rotten tooth and that I have the privilege to take care of my teeth. hopefully it works when I get a cavity filled tomorrow!♥ 6source record 693

I tell myself "they must really have to poop" when I see speeders 🤣♥ 0source record 740

I say to myself..I don't have to think about that anymore. I think of some other thing♥ 0source record 797

Replacing self-deprecating humor with self-aggrandizing humor. Does wonders for self esteem.♥ 788source record 869

I always talk to myself like there are two of us, and so I say we can do this, referring to my body and brain as separate entities that need to work together.♥ 5source record 1000

I will look at myself in the mirror and tell myself I can do hard things♥ 7source record 1004

When I lose something and can’t find it I tell myself “it might not look like you think it looks” and 99% of the time I find that thing usually looking differently than I pictured in my head.♥ 5source record 1032

I tell myself OUTLOUD, “I LOVE HAVING A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING AND I LOVE PUTTING THINGS IN THEIR PLACE”. This is not natural for me. I have always struggled with clutter and disorganization. But my brain is starting to have fun with this! 👏👏👏 🎉😉🥳♥ 124source record 1106

Yes! This is how I clean my bathroom! I tell myself I am only doing the toilet and that’s it. I always get the whole thing done👍♥ 5source record 1138

When I make a big mistake, I calculate how much it cost me in money. And then I can usually say to myself, I just paid $___ to learn a good life lesson and that’s pretty cheap because college is like $500 a credit.♥ 10source record 1313

I have had exactly two times when I was really sick and NEEDED to be functional (for setting up a wedding one time). I just kept telling myself “I AM ok. This will pass in a few minutes. I am FINE. I feel great” over and over and over and within an hour felt good enough to get up. The mind can be so powerful (and I’m not really into woo woo things)♥ 12source record 1338

I tend to be clumsy and drop or knock things over, so now if I have too much in my hands or I can't grab an object without making a mess, I tell myself out loud an order of operations that will have a better result, "first set this down, then turn the light off"♥ 11source record 1571

I tell myself “Do a load (laundry mostly,sometimes dishes) while you watch” That way I’m getting something done, but able to relax too.♥ 6source record 1592

I saw some TikTok mental health professional advise that in addition to brushing teeth with your non dominant hand, look into your eyes in a mirror and say to yourself 10 times "I love you". I've been doing this for months and it has changed the way I view myself, from that of constant critique to a more loving and compassionate self view.♥ 4source record 1746

I tell myself that I have survived 100% of my worst days♥ 5source record 1859

Just starting/setting up a complicated task and telling myself I don’t have to do it after it’s set up if I don’t want to. 95% of the time I end up doing the task since it’s already set up!♥ 5source record 1885

Like if I don’t want to shower (sensory issues and such w/ autism) I tell myself I’ll just change into my robe and turn on the water, then if I really don’t want to shower, I don’t have to! I almost always shower♥ 0source record 1886

Everytime I don’t want to get out of bed. I tell myself “LOCK IN!” to get myself hype, then I get up 😂♥ 5source record 1892

Excitement and nervousness share similar physiological responses. When I’m nervous about doing something I say to myself “I’ve never done ___, I’m kind of excited” and it just helps. I had to get a hemorrhoid lacerated once and I was upset and nervous about it and I said to my husband as a joke “I’ve never had hemorrhoid lacerated before, I’m kind of excited.” And while that definitely wasn’t true, it was very funny and made us both laugh. Tension lessened just a tad lol.♥ 5source record 1910

When I’m upset about something or disappointed (ie got rejected after a job interview, made a mistake at work) I give myself a time limit to be sad about it. So I’ll tell myself tonight and tomorrow I get to be as upset and mad and sad as I want to be, and then after that, I have to set it aside and move on. It really helps because I both get a chance to process and also have a set plan for moving on♥ 5source record 1932

When I quit smoking 🚬 I would say to myself or even out loud "I'm ok." I've never picked up another 🚬 This could work with so many things. 💕♥ 4source record 2013

I tell myself “Don’t put it down, put it away” whenever I’m doing something so I don’t just leave stuff out all the time♥ 4source record 2025

Telling myself, out loud, that “I’m not a fish. I don’t have gills.” Gets rid of my hiccups♥ 4source record 2038

Give that negative inner voice a name. it becomes a separate entity. Then its easier to challenge it and helps you learn to not listen to it.♥ 4source record 2046

I look at everyone that’s driving a little “off” like they’re one of my kids/grandkids or parents/grandparents. Immediately brings compassion and understanding instead of judgement. Also, traffic is a very useful measure of my own spiritual condition. If it takes me a minute to get to the compassion, I need a reset. Love and appreciate all the little gifts to see where I need to improve!!🙌❤️♥ 4source record 2117

I don’t tell God how big my problem is, I tell my problem how BIG my God is! Totally changes perspective.♥ 4source record 2136

I swear every time I might feel a little sick, I tell myself I’m not sick and if I believe I’m not sick, I won’t become sick. Works 9/10 times. Literally sounds insane but if you actually believe it- it works♥ 4source record 2206

chip away method, when a task feels too big I tell myself just to chip at it for just a bit. I usually get the motivation and keep going, and if not, ill chip at it again later now that it doesn't feel so big. next thing I know, it's done! 👍♥ 4source record 2209

I own a cleaning company and clean people’s homes for a living. We have a roundabout time limit per square footage to get done however, I really struggle to clean my own home. That’s 2500 ft.² in a timely manner so when I am home cleaning. I set a timer on my phone and I tell myself you are not allowed to do anything elsebut clean this house until this timer goes off and when the timer goes off if I’m not done. I said another timer it has helped me tremendously.♥ 4source record 2224

I suck at cleaning and have ADHD so when I go to leave something out where it doesn’t belong I tell myself “if you leave this, you are asking your husband to pick up after you” (which I don’t want to do) because telling myself “I’ll do it later” never works - it’s easier to apply self discipline when I frame it as helping others instead of myself!♥ 4source record 2240

Saying to myself “I can do this (task, chore) it’s easy!” Makes me feel instantly more able to start♥ 4source record 2260

I used to feel upset when somebody else got upset. Now I say to myself. “ their feelings are not my responsibility.”♥ 4source record 2268

When I see a fast reckless driver, I just tell myself, please, "oh, they must have to poop"😏♥ 3source record 2381

I audibly say to myself “one thing at a time”♥ 3source record 2404

Another one of mine is that I would jokingly say to myself “you’re lookin fire today pookie” anytime I passed myself in the mirror. Most of the times I was looking completely disheveled so the comment just made me laugh- but over time it actually increased my confidence. Being sincere and saying “you’re beautiful” in a mirror felt artificial to me but doing somethin stupid like “awooooga, hey sexy!” made me laugh and laughing always helps.♥ 3source record 2507

Positive self talk 🥰♥ 3source record 2543

Telling myself that I don't have to clean my whole house, I just have to do one task, like picking up the trash. It's easy and makes a difference. Once I'm up, the motivation to do more very often shows up.♥ 3source record 2585

If I’m picking between two things and I’m unsure, I put both both options on a wheel and tell myself I WILL stick to what it lands on. Then I gauge my emotions when it lands to see if I’m happy or upset and choose accordingly.♥ 3source record 2590

I tell myself "I don't have to like it, I just have to do it" - like going to the gym!♥ 3source record 2650

I had minor annoyances that used to bother me. Now, if something little happens, and I feel my brain start to ramp up, I say to myself “This is not a problem”. And I smile, and feel at peace again.♥ 3source record 2657

Wherever I have to do a boring or monotonous task that needs done I tell myself “be kind to your future self”♥ 3source record 2674

If there’s a bad driver I tell myself what if they have to poop really bad and they’re in a hurry and aren’t usually such an asshole! It helps with road rage!!♥ 3source record 2675

When I'm really scared to do something I talk to myself in 3rd person and it really helps.♥ 3source record 2704

lidocaine patch for nerve pain. tried so many ineffective meds with side effects as bad as the pain without helping. also mental health. cutting out negative self talk. using hyperbole to joke about how awesome I am or did is better♥ 3source record 2707

I try to do something everyday for my future self and remind myself while I do it. Like, I restock the fridge so I'll have a cold drink ready tomorrow and say to myself, "you will be so happy to have this cold soda at lunch tomorrow!" or put gas in my car "you will be so happy tomorrow now to rush to get gas before work!". Helps me feel motivated now and grateful later.♥ 2source record 2783

Talking to myself the way I would talk to the people I love most. If I wouldn’t say it to my gramma or grandson I can’t say it to myself♥ 2source record 2895

When I encounter someone who is just straight up mean or bitchy, I try to remind myself that I way meaner to myself than others and it helps me remind myself that if this is how they are treating me, imagine how they are treating themselves. Helps me have more compassion and not take things so personally ❤️♥ 2source record 3064

Whenever we see someone really dirty or doing something crazy on the side of the road, my husband and I say “that’s somebody’s baby” which shifts our negative/annoyed mindset about them to compassion.♥ 2source record 3080

Just changing my self talk to being even just a little bit nicer! Hugh difference!♥ 2source record 3142

it’s so silly but whenever i’m in traffic or doing some other random frustrating task I tell myself to smile and fake laugh and after 10 seconds of this I’m actually in a good mood♥ 2source record 3159

Whenever I have a chore that I don’t want to do I tell myself “do future you a favor, she’ll love that” and it makes my next day so much easier♥ 2source record 3172

I cured my fear of public speaking by just saying to myself ‘this is only x minutes of your life then it’s over’ beforehand. I’m now a teacher and have spoken at multiple conferences♥ 2source record 3178

When I get scared of anything I tell myself to GET BIG! And I’ll stomp around and talk or sing real loud (even just in my head if I’m in public). Works!♥ 2source record 3210

In the evenings when I’m tired and don’t want to tidy up before bed I set the timer on my oven for 15 minuets and tell myself just work until the timer is up. Most of the time I’m done by then or if I’m not I’m almost done so my brain is like oh no big deal just finish up real quick. Drastically helped me with motivation after a long day!!♥ 2source record 3221

I really struggle to get out of bed, so I tell myself that all I have to do is sit up. When I do, it's like the rest of the morning is just coasting downhill from there!♥ 2source record 3297

Every morning I tell myself “you’re going to have a great day”. Even bad things don’t seem that bad.♥ 2source record 3301

Another example is anytime I give myself grace for a mistake, a messy season, or something I didn’t know yet. When I choose not to beat myself up and instead say, “She did the best she could with what she knew,” that’s doing something for past me. It’s giving me the compassion I never got in the moment.♥ 0source record 3317

When I don’t want to do something I tell myself I’m allowed to do it for 5 mins. I almost always just do it or do it longer after I start♥ 2source record 3353

instead of beating myself up over a mistake, saying to myself: "I best forgive myself for this one extra fast" -silly, but it helps♥ 2source record 3354

Think compassionately instead of negatively - someone is being a jerk? They’re going through something in their life. Someone cut you off in traffic? They’re late to something important.♥ 1source record 3486

I remind myself when I’m stewing about something- we all die at the end. It makes little things that make me big mad a little less mad because it gives me perspective♥ 1source record 3675

So to study more i tell myself “ i can spend an hour on Tik Tok i can spend 30-45 mins studying “ I use that analogy for other things too, and it’s helped me accomplish a lot more stop procrastinating♥ 1source record 3694

When my place is a mess and I feel too overwhelmed, I set a timer and tell myself I only have to clean for 20 min. You’d be surprised how much you get done in 20 and even if you stop there and rot for the rest of the night, you still feel accomplished because the garbage was taken out.♥ 1source record 3774

If the thought of a shower sounds too daunting, I tell myself I’m just going to ‘rinse off’. 99% of the time I end up showering, but something about allowing myself an exit doesn’t make it feel as harrowing.♥ 1source record 3872

I tell myself morning me will appreciate night me… if I do task before bed.. always works. 👍🏻♥ 1source record 3981

When I’m about to procrastinate on something, I tell myself that If a task takes less than 2 minutes, to do it now. Im neurodivergent and this has helped me SO MUCH♥ 1source record 3986

I gave my negative self talk Trump’s voice. I do NOT let that man talk to me like that anymore♥ 1source record 4003

help with my ADHD I tell myself don't put it down put it away♥ 1source record 4014

I imagine worst case scenario. Which realistically is never that bad, so then I tell myself to chill. Chances that I’ll be homeless are pretty slim when I think of all the possibilities before getting there.♥ 1source record 4021

If you struggle with negative self talk, don’t try to make yourself stop. Just ask yourself, what would I tell my best friend/favorite person if they were having the same problem. It’s not instant. But it’s a great practice.♥ 1source record 4026

Telling myself “you know you can just do it sulky, right?” instead of waiting to be in the mood to do something important♥ 1source record 4109

I’ve decided when there’s a task I don’t wanna do. I tell myself just do it halfway. Sometimes I stop there, sometimes I end up doing the whole thing. Either one is better than doing nothing.!!♥ 1source record 4117

When I’m hard on myself about my weight/body image, I try to remind myself that the body I’m currently in is someone’s goal weight. And that always helps to put things in perspective.♥ 1source record 4134

I continually say to myself I feel healthy. My body is perfectly healthy. I am healthy. I am well.♥ 0source record 4302

Instead of getting mad in traffic, like if someone cuts me off- I just tell myself they really have to poop and I hope they make it home in time. They’re not a bad person, they’ve just gotta go 😂♥ 0source record 4314

I named the bad thoughts, crystal, so then I can tell her to get lost♥ 0source record 4338

I often remind myself that I already have all the answers, I just need to find them. For example, if I look back to my past problems, I eventually resolved all of them because I had all the answers all ready, I just needed to find them. This helps, when I feel stuck. I just need to keep going and I'll find the answers.♥ 0source record 4387

“Pre-programming” my brain each morning. I read our brains are pattern seeking machines, so every morning I tell my brain what kind of pattern I want to focus on. Opportunities for kindness, how lucky I am, how helpful others are to me, how unique my neighborhood is.♥ 0source record 4555

When I don’t want to wash the dishes I tell myself to do only 5 mins worth and then quit. I usually end up finishing the whole thing bc starting is the hardest. And the few times I’ve quit after 5 mins I’m impressed with how much I got done.♥ 0source record 4664

When I’m kitchen island is messy I tell myself clean 10 items. Then if that feels good I say clean 10 more. I can stop at any point after the 10 have been picked up but not before 9/10 my kitchen gets cleaned 10 items at a time though.♥ 0source record 4685

Whenever I’m struggling to get myself into the shower, I remind myself it’s not just a “chore” or task that needs to be done, it’s also a form of self care. Something I GET to do. I deserve to be clean & take care of my body. Other people may not be so lucky due to homelessness or disabilities. But I have the ability to & I deserve it 💜 idk where I heard it, but it changed my life.♥ 0source record 4699

Tell myself “they aren’t trying to give you a hard time, they are having a hard time” I tell myself this over and over. OR whenever I am having a hard time with my kids behavior, I ask for some alone time (usually 15 min) and I listen to a podcast about where they are developmentally. It always helps♥ 0source record 4837

When I get hiccups I tell myself “I am not a prehistoric fish. I do not need gills to breathe,” and it works like 90% of the time♥ 0source record 4845

I tell myself out loud "if you leave the cabinet doors open it's bad luck." 😂♥ 0source record 4862

Laying awake bc my brain cant shut up - I tell my brain either: tomorrow, another day or no solution. Thats when I'm allowed to tackle the problem Im thinking about.♥ 0source record 5023

I tell myself its peoples first day on earth when they're being annoying 😂♥ 0source record 5059

I talk to myself when driving. It helps me organize my thoughts, be more articulate when I speak, and gain new insights about myself so I grow mentally, emotionally and spiritually.♥ 0source record 5105

I tell myself that "tomorrow's me will be so grateful for what today's me did for her" works on big things and small things. Feels like I have someone helping me out but it's just me 🥰♥ 0source record 5144

Years ago, when I was quite depressed from see all the negative things happening in this World, mostly on the news or social media, my best friend taught me photography and while out in nature, she taught me how to take macro pictures. (Pictures of the tiny details of things, like the lines on petals or a flower) And I will tell you, it gave me a whole other perspective of this World. It's the little things that make this world beautiful and people don't see it unless they slow down and look. Maybe that's why the saying to "Stop and smell the Roses" is so important!! This World has more beauty in it then we know, and that is what we should focus on!!♥ 1source record 5204

I tell myself hiccups aren't real and they go away!♥ 0source record 5247

When I'm sad or going through a tough time I talk to myself out loud, usually while driving. I often find myself feeling lighter and calmer. You feel even better if you have a good ugly cry!🤣 I also speak to my spirit guides or source to ask for guidance. A big game changer for me has been gratitude. It has made me realise how blessed I am and how divinely protected I always am. I always thank the universe for looking after me and my girls and it always provides.♥ 0source record 5290

"mayaswell" - when I'm making my coffee or making my oat meal, I tell myself I may as well put some dishes in the dishwasher or take them out and put them away. Big family and the kitchen is always a pain. I can keep going or stop when the coffee is ready.♥ 0source record 5298

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What readers reported: Realizing I don’t have to conform to what’s broadly accepted. I can have grilled salmon for breakfast, wear clothes that I’m comfortable in, have all my groceries delivered and never set foot in a store - really anything that makes my life a little bit easier…

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i have diagnosed but unmedicated ADHD and giving myself permission to stop a task as soon as i feel like stopping makes it WAY easier to start one. it feels way less overwhelming when there’s not pressure to do it all at oncesource record 2485

I set getting shit done timers. Like if I don’t want to clean, I set a timer for a manageable amount of time (could be 5 minutes 🤷‍♀️) then commit to just that. I will almost always just finish the job, but I have permission to stopsource record 3059

Accepting where i am instead of where i want to be. For instance, i suck at laundry. Can’t do it the way other people do. Accepting that helped me come up with a system that consistently works for me and it’s amazing. For instance…I’m in a reading rut? I put down the literary fiction and pick up some YA romcom. Make it easy. Don’t want to work out? Only commit to 5 mins then see how i feel and give myself permission to quit bc i did my job.source record 5363

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Use the burnt-toast reframe

Interpret an inconvenient delay as a possible redirection rather than only a loss.

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Burnt toast theory cured something in me. Missed a plane? Probably saved my life. 🤷🏼‍♀️source record 1428

I know what you’re saying. But 99% if the time you’re late, nothing bad happens, AND 99% of the time you’re not delayed, nothing bad happens. Burnt toast isn’t going to save you. It’s illogical. Just basic probability.source record 1431

If something makes me really mad, like I can’t find my phone for 20 minutes while I’m about to leave, I always think it’s the “Burnt Toast Theory”. There’s a reason I was stalled. It saved my life somehow.source record 1640

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Replace an apology with thanks for waiting

Use appreciative language instead of reflexively apologizing for a delay.

Change the sentence
Swap instead of subtract

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As a former over-apologizer, I replaced a lot of my "sorry"s with "Thank you!" Example: "Sorry it took me so long to tie my shoes!" became "Thanks for waiting for me!" Obvs there are still times sorry is appropriate.source record 4329

I used to apologize for everything. Now I say "Thank you" instead. It's really turned around my relationships. Instead of saying "Sorry Im late" say "Thanks for waiting for me". People are more receptive to gratitude than apologiessource record 5085

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Realizing I don’t have to conform to what’s broadly accepted. I can have grilled salmon for breakfast, wear clothes that I’m comfortable in, have all my groceries delivered and never set foot in a store - really anything that makes my life a little bit easier is fine!

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I think “ ugh that was so cringe” and then I also think “ I am not the center of these ppl’s world. They won’t remember this in a day/ week/ month. They got their own problems” and that helps

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I'm 60 and I've given myself permission to eat whatever the hell I want. In moderation.I even bought smaller plates and bowls. I don't over do it now.

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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100% this. apply for things even if they seem out of reach. you just have to be the best interview. I have moved mountains in my career this way. let THEM tell you no.♥ 111source record 92

Rather than say you have to say you get to. Have to shop for someone special- you get to..it’s a game changer!!♥ 6source record 561

That "Being ready" is a DECISION and not a FEELING. That totally changed my decision-making perspective.♥ 1,018source record 562

The rules are all made up, i get to change them♥ 1source record 646

Oh man, giving myself permission to do grocery delivery has been the best. I just think of myself as that 1930s homemaker on the phone with the grocer for my weekly order. "Oh, and some cookies for the children please, Mr Green."♥ 0source record 650

I once crushed my sternum. It was excruciatingly painful to bend over the washing machine to get to the clothes and even throwing things into the dryer was SO painful. Same with loading/unloading the dishwasher. But I was the only one who could do those things so had to push through it. It took three months for that thing to heal. Now, when I do laundry or dishes, I am so, so thankful I can do it without pain. Funny how happy or satisfied in life you are depends on what you compare it to.♥ 5source record 691

Instead of thinking I have to do something, I think “I get to……”. Everything is a blessing.♥ 384source record 709

Brilliant!! I GET TO rake leaves 🍁 🍂 🍁—-I’m grateful 1- I have a yard, 2- I have trees! , 3- I am ABLE to rake!! What a blessing!! 🙏♥ 4source record 715

You have to be bad at something before you can be good at it 💖♥ 426source record 754

If you make a drawing you don’t like, instead of “I guess everything I touch artistically turns into cat vomit,” go with “Somebody tell the Louvre we’re about to upstage the Mona Lisa.” Both are ridiculous hyperbole, but the second one trains your brain to default to positive instead of negative, even if it’s silly. And a positive default when thinking of yourself is, fundamentally, what self-esteem is.♥ 5source record 871

Repeat, " do the next right thing" when i'm dealing with overwhelm and task paralysis. it's helps me refocus and just do the next.. right thing♥ 396source record 955

I remind myself that I’m usually thinking complimentary thoughts (ie. “Their outfit is amazing”) - so, now anytime I get in my head feeling judged/perceived in a negative way (which I’ve made up in my own head btw) - I switch the narrative and think strangers are thinking nice things like “Oh, she has a pretty smile” or something. Then I feel better.♥ 256source record 1040

Saying “can you believe we don’t have a jacuzzi?” In Kanye’s voice after I vent about anything.♥ 131source record 1077

I still get to vent, but that keeps my perspective in check, makes me acknowledge the world is bigger than my feelings, AND makes me laugh every of the times 😄🥰♥ 11source record 1082

whispering when i’m angry instead of yelling♥ 92source record 1121

When I'm feeling unmotivated or overwhelmed, I've learned that tiny action makes my brain completely change. Throw away one piece of garbage. Take a cup to the sink. Fluff the pillows on the couch. But give permission to do just that one thing. Everytime it gets the ball rolling.♥ 238source record 1134

I saw a video about how to always use a single paper towel after washing your hands. After washing, flick 10 times into the sink. Then get the paper towel and focus on drying the back of your hands and between fingers (because your palms will be dry by doing that work.) Now I get to pride myself on using a single tiny paper towel and no one cares but me.♥ 61source record 1156

The entire “Let Them” concept helped change my life as an oldest daughter (first granddaughter on both sides) bossy pants overfunctioner. 💗♥ 56source record 1261

I held onto things because I grew up without. It took me a long time to realize that. Once I figured that out, it changed my perspective of why I was keeping things and I stopped holding onto random items. The lack of clutter has made me feel SO much better. For me; it’s more about quality vs. quantity.♥ 6source record 1301

I was previously only paying attention to threats and by imagining what other people were doing with their days, like imagining that they were driving home from work, or on their way to a date, I realized I wasn’t in danger and I just relaxed and my whole perspective on other people shifted.♥ 7source record 1405

So important. When stuck in traffic, that’s protecting you from what might’ve happened in a few minutes. It can make you grateful instead of fried.♥ 240source record 1423

Burnt toast theory cured something in me. Missed a plane? Probably saved my life. 🤷🏼‍♀️♥ 1source record 1428

Changing your words from yeah but… to yes and!♥ 3source record 1728

If one of my children says something unkind about themselves, I remind them it’s not OK to say bad things about my family. Then they have to say something kind about themselves. I do the same thing with the staff members I get to lead at work. If they say something unkind about themselves, I remind them it’s not OK for them to talk badly about my coworkers. We’re too quick to say negative things about ourselves, and it’s unfortunate. We believe the things we say aloud.♥ 3source record 1786

asking myself will it matter in 10 years, mostly no. so I'm able to make a choice and move on.♥ 5source record 1887

Using “and” instead of “but” helps me see that two things can be true at once♥ 5source record 1931

replace the word "should" with "could"♥ 4source record 2079

Conditioned myself to look forward to the gym, because I’m so grateful that my body allows me to be able to exercise! I’ve been in a car accident where I struggled to walk for months. It really gave me a new perspective.♥ 4source record 2100

Romanticize everything to make life more enjoyable: bought a floral cup and saucer to sip coffee in, use only soft lamps and candles at night, turn on ambient backgrounds on YouTube when I’m completing a task.♥ 4source record 2121

“Doubt means don’t”♥ 4source record 2151

Instead of praying from a place of despair and desperation, I now pray from a place of gratitude that my prayers are already answered. 💜♥ 4source record 2194

I started thinking about whether I'm locked in or not the time will pass anyways♥ 3source record 2391

i started being amused by all the frustrating and inconvenient little happenings throughout the days and i feel like im in a romcom instead of a nightmare♥ 3source record 2393

I turn my gps settings to avoid highways when I’m driving in other states or areas I’m not from. It always takes me on a scenic route so I get to enjoy the experience even if it’s for a trip I’m not excited about taking.♥ 3source record 2464

Saying “thank you for catching that!” Or “thank you for doing that!” Instead of “sorry I missed that” or “sorry I didn’t get to that” it’s really that simple to flip something personally negative to something outwardly positive. It’s helped my mental health a lot and makes the other person feel appreciated♥ 3source record 2566

it's hard for me to accept help and I read a study that people feel closer to people they have helped than to people who have helped them. and it helped me reframe thinking about having people help me as something I can do so that people feel closer in our friendship♥ 3source record 2653

Instead of saying “I have to” I switch it to “I get to”. Example: I get to do laundry (because I have clothes), I get to go to the grocery store. Etc.♥ 3source record 2692

Don’t give a thought to someone’s opinion of you who wouldn’t cry at your funeral.♥ 2source record 2815

Every time something bad or upsetting happens, instead of harping on it, I imagine how I wish it went instead or how I wish I had handled it. Your brain doesn’t care that’s it not true. It’s subtly rewiring my brain toward♥ 2source record 3161

The let them theory♥ 2source record 3212

I follow that girl who does “how long does it actually take” and it changed my perspective on things I’ve been procrastinating on realizing it really doesn’t take long at all.♥ 2source record 3261

Using the word interesting instead of weird to reprogram shame♥ 2source record 3310

Diet breaks, 6 weeks of a calorie deficit and then 1 week of an eat whatever whenever diet - I make a list of everything im craving and then eat it in that week, your weight increases about 1kg and then over the next calorie deficit week falls to levels lower than when you started the eat everything week!! also looking at yourself and instead of saying 'ew i hate this' say 'we're/im/your working on it' it takes the guilt out and reframes it as a project you're actively tackling♥ 2source record 3329

I read a study when I was 10 that you should stop caring about others opinions. I think it was just in my brain. Life has been grand ever since! 💕♥ 2source record 3343

depression: Things worth doing, are worth doing badly. Instead of :I can't shower, I will shower badly, just my body. or instead of I can't do the dishes, I just do what I need in the moment. instead of I can't leave the house, I will just leave the house looking bad. Permission to do thing bad I get more done when I wouldnt do anything.♥ 1source record 3584

I ask myself if this “Will matter in 5 years?” That’s how I keep myself from getting really upset over something.♥ 1source record 3617

Let them♥ 1source record 3679

Life isn’t happening to you, it’s happening around you.♥ 1source record 3711

I re-do my goals and resolutions list the first week of every month. Instead of just at the beginning of the year.♥ 1source record 3836

Something is better than nothing. I used to be an all or nothing person until a friend told me her philosophy and I realized I was being stupid. Even if something is hard or I’m dreading it, if I can just get started and give myself permission not to do the whole thing, I realize that something IS better than nothing and more often than not, I can actually finish the thing I started. I just have to get in the mindset of doing something over nothing.♥ 1source record 3899

romanticizing things I dont want to do. creating an atmosphere for myself so it's not such a drag. it helps with breaking negative thought patterns too in the long run.♥ 1source record 3908

I just ask myself, “how could this work in my favor?” And/or “what’s the penalty?” Really tends to put things in perspective.♥ 1source record 4022

Realizing we’re all gonna die anyways lol♥ 1source record 4053

Instead of saying "I should have done that yesterday" I say "You can do that today".♥ 1source record 4113

If something is hard, you are doing it wrong.♥ 1source record 4143

When I have a lot of work to do around the house, I put on pants and sneakers that way I only have permission to lie across the bottom of my bed to rest. It isn't that comfy and my shoes being on reminds me that I've not completed my tasks.♥ 1source record 4155

Whenever something inconvenient happens, I say, "this was as likely to happen as anything else."♥ 1source record 4246

I always tell my students that they have permission to write the worst paper they’ve ever written. It helps remove that perfection block that keeps us from ever getting started.♥ 0source record 4320

Enjoying and celebrating the process and not just when I get to the finish line♥ 0source record 4518

a few different ones: 1. The time will pass anyway, whether I do the thing I want or not. 2. Doing something half assed, is still me doing it by half which is more than none. Doing something is better than not doing anything for the fear of it. 3. Hanlon's razor: Never attribute to malice that which is adequately explained by stupidity.♥ 0source record 4614

I don’t know who first said it, but give yourself permission to make bad art. Just enjoy the process!♥ 0source record 4686

Whenever I get annoyed or make a mistake at something trivial (like candy crush or something) I say ‘not what I would have done’ instead of calling myself an idiot or the likes.♥ 0source record 4887

Mine is thinking " I don't need to have an opinion about this". Just thinking that one thought has freed up my mind sooo much.♥ 0source record 5002

Nothing. Like do nothing about certain problems (only certain problems) and they eventually sort themselves out.♥ 0source record 5080

Instead of saying "I've got to do....", saying "I get to do..."♥ 0source record 5126

I'm 60 and I've given myself permission to eat whatever the hell I want. In moderation.I even bought smaller plates and bowls. I don't over do it now.♥ 0source record 5139

swapping out "i have to" with "i want to" reduces the reflexive resistance i have to doing the thing.♥ 0source record 5199

You perceive what you believe. Once I realized I can change my experience of life by changing what I believe I became far more empowered. Luckily a belief is just a thought you keep thinking. (Im noticing many others in the comments are saying something similar. If we reframe it, tell ourselves a different thought, and/or come at problems from another perspective suddenly our lives are easier and often fun. And the more we do this, the more we believe we our lives, and ourselves, are improved)♥ 0source record 5212

Byron Katie's The Work (5 questions)♥ 0source record 5253

Decided to be happy, instead of waiting for something to come along to make me happy.♥ 0source record 5294

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Faith, prayer and the universe41 index entriesPrayer, scripture and handing it to something bigger.

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Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Faith, prayer and the universe

How commenters applied it: Prayer, scripture and handing it to something bigger.

What readers reported: I was in a rush and dropped my daughters socks 3 times walking across the living room to her. It felt ridiculous and impossible but I decided the universe was trying to protect me from something

Limit: Oh my God, my husband always does this and I thought it did nothing. He always says “im resting my eyes”. I feel bad for mentally criticizing his methods 😂

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Oh my God, my husband always does this and I thought it did nothing. He always says “im resting my eyes”. I feel bad for mentally criticizing his methods 😂

source record 276♥ 3

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15 source recordsRecurring approach

Use prayer as a repeated practice

Pray generally, for a specific concern, or for a difficult person.

Use a sensory reset

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I pray for people that I can’t stand. Daily for two weeks. May they have everything I want.source record 1395

I thought the same thing! Or pray for what you think they want. My mom taught me AND she said it works even if you don’t mean it. Facts.source record 1396

When ppl are making me crazy & I want to scream, I just think, Love Like Jesus, and it helps me to not feel utter rage at the person. Or I Pray, God Bless this Lady!source record 1777

7 source recordsRecurring approach

Read or display Bible passages

Use scripture, a Bible passage, or a reading plan as a regular reference.

Attach it to an existing routine

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I put scripturessource record 1825

Reading a passage from the Bible each morning. It has helped me overcome so many things. 🥰source record 1953

The Bible ❤ NOT RELIGION just the words of Jesussource record 2979

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Frame the change as surrender to God or Jesus

Describe giving or surrendering one's life or control within a faith practice.

Change the sentence

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This one thing has fixed EVERY piece of my life: I gave my life to Jesus Christ 🙌❤️He is the answer to everything, every sickness, every ache, every hole in our lives, every let down, every mistake.. The Lord can fix it all and use it for good. #Jesusisking God bless you all! ❤️🫶🙌🙏😁✝️📖🥰source record 2545

Surrendering to God! Fixed everything, no cap 💯 🙌 🙏🏿source record 2570

To be honest? Giving my life to Jesus.source record 4432

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I was in a rush and dropped my daughters socks 3 times walking across the living room to her. It felt ridiculous and impossible but I decided the universe was trying to protect me from something

source record 1427♥ 9

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When ppl are making me crazy & I want to scream, I just think, Love Like Jesus, and it helps me to not feel utter rage at the person. Or I Pray, God Bless this Lady!

posted about 45 days after the source♥ 4

Zero-like source

Walking to any room like God sent me! It gives me best confidence !!😊😊😊

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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Prayer, scripture and handing it to something bigger.

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I’m a mess this morning. Oh my God what did I do?♥ 5source record 39

Oh my God, my husband always does this and I thought it did nothing. He always says “im resting my eyes”. I feel bad for mentally criticizing his methods 😂♥ 3source record 276

The fact that Jesus is God♥ 5source record 1212

I find it very hard to meditate at this point in time, so when I really feel like I need it, but can't bring myself to do it, or start but can't get on with it, I allow myself to not do it, and swap it with feeling love (not for myself or for anyone else, that would open countless cans of worms!!), just feel love itself, engulfing you and irradiating from you. It's awesome (and it's also a form of prayer in my book, because God is love, but it works for non-believers too, because everyone believes in love, and love with no object is the closest thing to happiness and peace in my experience).♥ 1source record 1227

I pray for people that I can’t stand. Daily for two weeks. May they have everything I want.♥ 9source record 1395

I thought the same thing! Or pray for what you think they want. My mom taught me AND she said it works even if you don’t mean it. Facts.♥ 3source record 1396

I was in a rush and dropped my daughters socks 3 times walking across the living room to her. It felt ridiculous and impossible but I decided the universe was trying to protect me from something♥ 9source record 1427

OH....My God! I did not know this was a thing. This is going to be SO helpful. Now that I know this exists I bet there's something similar for more active engagement for stuff like brainstorming and planning things. I may knock out my 2 biggest Achilles heels in a single weekend thanks to your comment. I cannot thank you enough. 🙏🙏🙏♥ 3source record 1645

When ppl are making me crazy & I want to scream, I just think, Love Like Jesus, and it helps me to not feel utter rage at the person. Or I Pray, God Bless this Lady!♥ 4source record 1777

I put scriptures♥ 5source record 1825

Reading a passage from the Bible each morning. It has helped me overcome so many things. 🥰♥ 5source record 1953

Ask God if He can help you find something you’ve lost, He’s the best!♥ 4source record 2081

Whenever I think that a God exist I think “hey, it’s like Harry Potter or Santa Claus, all of them are mythical”♥ 4source record 2088

And why do you resist believing in God? Think about how perfect the universe and human beings are, and you will come to the conclusion that only a superior being is capable of creating all these things. Don’t resist—embrace it 🌹♥ 0source record 2089

When things go wrong, I thank God, i clearly dont know everything andbi dont wanna act like i do today in this momemt of whatever is going wrong. so thank you God for reminding me im not in control but you will make good of this some way if i stay focused on you..♥ 4source record 2126

Hangers falling in my laundry room inexplicably annoys me. I decided to imagine that it’s God saying hi to me. So when it happens, I laugh and say “Hi, God!”♥ 1source record 2235

Surrendering to God! Fixed everything, no cap 💯 🙌 🙏🏿♥ 3source record 2570

Praying♥ 2source record 2775

PULL UPS with your shoulders BACK... oh my God it was like going to a chiropractor, my upper back cracked like crazy. Fixed my posture. Unlocked the upper 20% of my lungs. Mind blown.♥ 2source record 2828

Praying♥ 2source record 2884

I have suffered from nose bleeds all my life. Like they are completely random and can last from anywhere between a few seconds to 4 hours (not usual but has happened) well I was at my in-laws house and one started and we were about 6 minutes in and my FIL suggested I read a specific Bible verse that he heard can stop you from bleeding. Tell me why it worked!? I know we will all say it’s because the nose bleed was done but it dried up completely. Anyway I’m ready to try it again at some point 😅♥ 2source record 2888

The Bible ❤ NOT RELIGION just the words of Jesus♥ 2source record 2979

Praying.♥ 2source record 2993

prayer♥ 2source record 3197

Doing the Bible Recap on Life Bible app plan. I’ve learned so much and am almost finished with the entire Bible. My hubby does it as well.♥ 2source record 3399

Praying 🙏🏾♥ 1source record 3553

Jesus♥ 1source record 3594

prayer♥ 1source record 3873

Studying the Bible healed me♥ 1source record 4082

DONT PUT IT DOWN PUT IT AWAY it honest to god taken less than 10secs and then you’re not cleaning for hours on your day off♥ 1source record 4190

I had dry socket after getting my wisdom teeth out. Had to go back to the oral surgeon on a weekend and all he did was soak a gauze in clove oil and dab it on my wounds. IMMEDIATELY felt better. Tasted god awful but incredible pain relief in a natural way.♥ 1source record 4241

pray♥ 0source record 4310

for so long I have been looking for things to help me with relieving my recurrent colds / sinus infections. I swear to God if it ends up being this random ass tiktok I will sell you my soul♥ 0source record 4424

To be honest? Giving my life to Jesus.♥ 0source record 4432

Prayer 🙏🏾♥ 0source record 4640

prayer, even for the smallest thing♥ 0source record 4698

this has come to me while I currently have a cold and i’m praying it helps♥ 0source record 5005

Walking to any room like God sent me! It gives me best confidence !!😊😊😊♥ 0source record 5121

Stretching every day is great. Chop up chicken before storing it to avoid dirtying up the cutting board every time. Read your Bible!!♥ 0source record 5382

praying extremely specifically. if I can't pray the I write my prayer to the true God. praying for my enemies. “Keep on asking, and it will be given you; keep on seeking, and you will find; keep on knocking, and it will be opened to you; 8 for everyone asking receives, and everyone seeking finds, and to everyone knocking, it will be opened.♥ 0source record 5412

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Affirmations, mantras and passwords22 index entriesMantras on repeat — including passwords you type all day.

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Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Affirmations, mantras and passwords

How commenters applied it: Mantras on repeat — including passwords you type all day.

What readers reported: Put affirmations in your work password. You type that so many times a day.

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4 source recordsRecurring approach

Speak or play back an affirmation

Say an affirmation aloud or use a device or recording to repeat it.

Use a sensory reset
Attach it to an existing routine

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When I start my day I say “okay universe, show me how amazing this day can get”- it puts a positive frequency/affirmation out into the universe and also has trained my mind to look for and recognize all the magic! ✨source record 572

I programmed Alexa to recite nightly prayer/affirmation .source record 1582

I don't have Alexa, but you've given me an idea to send a voice message to myself saying some kind of affirmation or positive statement, so that I can play it when I want. 🤔source record 1583

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Put an affirmation in a password or folder name

Embed a short affirmation in something typed or seen repeatedly, such as a password or app folder.

Attach it to an existing routine

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Put affirmations in your work password. You type that so many times a day.source record 297

My banking/credit card/money apps are in a folder called “I am wealthy.” My shopping apps are in a folder called “I give blessings.” My health apps are in a folder called “I am healthy.” My journaling and meditation apps are in a folder called “I am safe.” Etc.source record 300

My cell phone folders are labeled with affirmations like "I am creative", "I am capable ", etcsource record 1826

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Repeat an everything-will-work-out mantra

Use a short phrase that anticipates a constructive outcome without specifying how.

Change the sentence
Use a sensory reset

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My favorite mantras. Something great is going to come of this. This is what was supposed to happen. I have no idea how but everything with (the problem/Bad thing) is going to work out 10 times better than I ever could've hoped for or imagined. That last one is great for focusing on what you want but not so much that you're blind too even better things happening.source record 2020

The thought that everything works out in the end & if it hasn't worked out, it isn't the end has been life changing!source record 3616

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Put affirmations in your work password. You type that so many times a day.

source record 297♥ 33,460

Later-arriving source

Every doorway I walk through I speak "Portal to my best life".

posted about 44 days after the source♥ 4

Zero-like source

True, I once had a password that was a negative affirmation and it bummed me out a little everytime I typed it.

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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Mantras on repeat — including passwords you type all day.

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affirmations are amazing for life♥ 28source record 163

Put affirmations in your work password. You type that so many times a day.♥ 33,460source record 297

True, I once had a password that was a negative affirmation and it bummed me out a little everytime I typed it.♥ 0source record 349

Mine has always been a Taco Bell related word and now my kids are obsessed with Taco Bell so the manifestation must work♥ 0source record 350

Ymmv if you’re prone to demand avoidance 🙋🏻‍♀️it might be time for me to go back from resolutions to cereals for my passwords because I end up going the opposite direction any time I make a resolution or affirmation my password. Actually, brb, going to change my password now. That’s my life changing advice to me right now. Why am I still trying it if I know I’m prone to leaning out when I try to lean in? Jfc, that’s an eye opener 😂😭♥ 1source record 371

I've started manifesting that it was the universe preventing me from being in a worse situation. like if I'm running late for work and get stuck in traffic due to an accident...if I wasn't running late, I may have been involved in said accident.♥ 0source record 887

Mine is a mantra on perspective- “if X (inconvenience) is the worst thing I’ve dealt with today, I’m doing ok!” Has helped me reframe negative thought patterns so much!♥ 191source record 963

Say “of course that will happen for me. I’m me “♥ 15source record 1314

I programmed Alexa to recite nightly prayer/affirmation .♥ 19source record 1582

I don't have Alexa, but you've given me an idea to send a voice message to myself saying some kind of affirmation or positive statement, so that I can play it when I want. 🤔♥ 1source record 1583

My cell phone folders are labeled with affirmations like "I am creative", "I am capable ", etc♥ 5source record 1826

Every doorway I walk through I speak "Portal to my best life".♥ 4source record 2018

Believing it’s all solved and boom it la fixed♥ 2source record 3083

The mantra “I’m willing & I’m capable”♥ 2source record 3088

The thought that everything works out in the end & if it hasn't worked out, it isn't the end has been life changing!♥ 1source record 3616

I have terrible self talk, and I can’t do affirmations. I started calling myself a silly goose or saying I silly goosed it instead of cussing myself out or yelling at myself. Negative self talk nearly eradicated.♥ 1source record 3987

I get silent migraines that manifest as extreme dizziness. My doctor told me to try a high dose of B2 as a preventative and I haven’t had a full episode since!♥ 0source record 4395

Affirmations!♥ 0source record 4478

mine was lilpoop because I could type it with one hand while I talked on the phone 😂♥ 0source record 4860

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Gratitude and noticing the good18 index entriesGratitude habits and training the eye on small good things.

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What readers reported: A million years ago (on Oprah I think) a guest was talking about feeling true gratitude while doing laundry (that you are so lucky to have these people in your lives) and focusing on the person while doing this task, handling their clothes.…

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Name something appreciated in the current moment

Pause during an ordinary task or bad mood and identify something lucky, helpful, or appreciated.

Give attention a neutral target
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A million years ago (on Oprah I think) a guest was talking about feeling true gratitude while doing laundry (that you are so lucky to have these people in your lives) and focusing on the person while doing this task, handling their clothes. I have never felt resentment or frustration doing laundry since then. I realize now that this was is an exercise in mindfulness (from back when before that was a mainstream thing)source record 685

I feel terrifically annoyed by gratitude practices (it's an ADHD scripted emotion thing I think?) but I get an immediate mental reset by replacing "I'm grateful" with "I'm lucky." When I'm stuck in traffic, I'm lucky to have a safe, reliable car. When I'm overwhelmed by the minutia of running a cat rescue, I pick up a kitten and whisper to them "I'm lucky to have you." It works in almost every situation.source record 3350

When I am complaining or in a bad mood I look around and find something random to say I’m grateful for and why. Could be random, like a candle (I’m thankful to have the means to buy something that makes my house smell nice) or a pedestrian if I’m driving (I am thankful to have a vehicle that runs). I stop complaining 100% of the time!source record 3795

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Keep a written gratitude list

Write a recurring list or journal entry naming things appreciated that day.

Move memory outside the brain
Attach it to an existing routine

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Daily gratitude list, it rewired my brain in the best way. And getting sober will always be the number one best thing I’ve ever done.source record 3377

Writing down 3 things I’m grateful for (anywhere from “my kids are not sick” to “cheetos”) each day. I live in a state of gratitude most of the time now and I’m so much happiersource record 3762

Being unbothered. Also keeping a gratitude journal.source record 4689

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Thank the past self for helping the future self

Notice and explicitly appreciate a task completed earlier for one's later benefit.

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When I have to do something I don't really *want* to do, I ask myself if the future me will appreciate the effort now. Then when the future self encounters that thing that is done, I say, THANK YOU for thinking of and taking care of me today. Like driving home tired from work, I know I will need to stop for gas in the morning before work to even make it to the office. So I put in the effort in and stop on the way home. My morning self is so grateful!source record 4025

Whenever I dont want to do some chores or tasks, I imagine the future me is another person and im doing her a favor. And then in the future I actually take time to thank to and appreciate the past me for doing it for me so i can actually do other things. So whenever I dont want to do something, I can recall the gratitude and its easier to start.source record 4425

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Don’t “absorb” the challenge at hand. Instead observe it in a neutral way and problem solve it without emotion. I.e. this flat tire “sucks!” Engage the frustration for 30 secs or less. Unemotionally find the best way forward. Be grateful if you discover the issue in your driveway or close to home or where you have the cleanest, simplest way forward.

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I sort of do something similar when I'm doing my own laundry, and it's more around how thankful I am to live in a time with modern washer machines (a bit of a history nerd lol)♥ 4source record 692

I never comment but just have to tell this story bc literally theee was this horrible smell in my house for last few weeks and we thought it was a dead mouse or rodent in wall or ducts consulted so many - exterminators hvac contractors - was going crazy- everyone saying there was nothing they could do bc and there was no sign of mice etc and then went on chat gpt and they said try running the faucets showers wash machine etc for 2 minutes bc could be smell from dry water trap. I didn’t know what that meant but I ran all the water and the smell went away. Just like that. I’m am so so grateful♥ 5source record 1856

Journaling♥ 4source record 2255

After a vacation, I don’t sit down to relax. I immediately put everything away. It takes me an hour or so. The next day, I’m so thankful it’s behind me.♥ 3source record 2637

Practicing gratitude♥ 2source record 3267

Daily gratitude list, it rewired my brain in the best way. And getting sober will always be the number one best thing I’ve ever done.♥ 2source record 3377

Doing The Landmark Forum. Changed the entire trajectory of my life. Did it 20 years ago.. eternally grateful.♥ 2source record 3413

Writing down 3 things I’m grateful for (anywhere from “my kids are not sick” to “cheetos”) each day. I live in a state of gratitude most of the time now and I’m so much happier♥ 1source record 3762

I totally understand, I started having reactions to it after it worked well for a year. It’s one of the reasons I’m so grateful for this hack♥ 0source record 3807

Being unbothered. Also keeping a gratitude journal.♥ 0source record 4689

I often think about how the present I am currently living in, even if it may be uneventful will one day be a fond memory of my life I can look back on. Helps me be a lot more grateful.♥ 0source record 4750

Periodically throughout the day,when I eat, or lay in a bed, or run water from a tap, or cook, I stop to appreciate how lucky I am and say out loud “I am blessed, I am grateful, and I give thanks”. The more gratitude I feel, the less depressed I feel♥ 0source record 4943

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Outsmarting the procrastinating brain349 records · 6 sub-topicsTricks for starting when motivation refuses to show up.

Deals with your future self111 index entriesTiny bargains, first steps and momentum tricks.

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What readers reported: Say One, Two, Three, GO! On GO, you don’t think. You just go immediately and do the thing. (Not to be used for murder)😅

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Treat the task as a favor to the future self

Frame present effort as a gift that makes a later moment easier.

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Change the sentence

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Handle it today, so tomorrow feels lighter. Set yourself future self up for success whenever you can!source record 2697

I call them gifts to my future self.source record 2927

Anytime I encounter something annoying but necessary I need to do like “take off my makeup at the end of the night or throw the laundry to wash/dry” and I remind myself future me will appreciate it and make her day easier. It usually works and does make me feel better.source record 3017

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Do sub-minute tasks immediately

Use a one-minute threshold to prevent very small tasks from accumulating.

Shrink it with a timer
Finish it in the same motion

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“If it takes less than a minute, just do it” has helped me keep things so tidy! (Hang up my jacket in the closet where it belongs, wipe down the table after dinner, fold the blanket when I get off the couch, etc)source record 2620

I once heard “if it takes less than one minute to do, do it immediately” and this greatly helps me stay on top of stuff in my house and small tasks don’t build up. Where once I would have walked passed a thing that needs put away, I now think “nope - that will take less than one minute” and turn around and grab it.source record 2625

If tasks take less than a minute do them right away. My house has never been cleaner!source record 3389

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Put away five things

Define a tiny cleanup pass as exactly five items or small tasks.

Remove a step
Turn it into a game

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A tidying trick (I’m a messy person who gets overwhelmed) - every time you go into a room, put away 5 things. Life changing. The daily messy so much more manageable.source record 1779

Put away 5 things or do 5 small task every night. I usually end up doing more but it makes life so easy.source record 3846

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I was told when I had depression to do everything twice as fast .. walk twice as fast, clean the house moving more quickly and wash my face with cold water first thing in the morning… so simple but it really helped me

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That’s a lot like mine,”do it fat”♥ 159source record 103

Clock in to do housework. 👏♥ 0source record 126

Say One, Two, Three, GO! On GO, you don’t think. You just go immediately and do the thing. (Not to be used for murder)😅♥ 6,643source record 172

Sometimes when executive dysfunctioning, repeating (ever more urgently) to myself “Get up, get up, GET UP” can be the shot of energy needed.♥ 1source record 183

Habit stacking!!!♥ 0source record 257

I make a backwards “To Do” list…basically only making the list AFTER it’s done so I can see how much I did and be proud of myself rather than beating myself up over what I didn’t get done♥ 4,776source record 529

If I put Hoarders I tell my self is not that bad and I procrastinate even more 😂😂😂♥ 2source record 655

I pick one thing every week in my house that I *would* pay a professional to clean/fix and I learn how or just do it if it’s something I haven’t wanted to bother with. I’ve gotten more done in 6 months of doing this than the previous 4 years of homeownership♥ 408source record 785

If you dont already, start making your bed every day. I started this about 5 yrs ago & it has transformed how my day goes. It also has bled into other parts of my house. Things don't get so out of hand that it's overwhelming.♥ 2source record 852

I actually JUST started this addition this week!♥ 1source record 885

Doing things proactively. I say “past Erin is looking out for future Erin” and it makes it easier to not procrastinate♥ 161source record 968

That's actually a yogic practice! Nice to see that there is a study about it now♥ 6source record 984

Spending half an hour every single day cleaning or organizing something in my house. It’s unbelievable how on top of things this keeps me and how well it pushes me past procrastination. I put off organizing a bookshelf for two years and had it done in four days half an hour at a time.♥ 278source record 1015

I do 5 things I don't want to do each day. intentionally♥ 407source record 1061

If you find a task so overwhelming, start at the absolute jokingly bare minimum where you'll laugh and go yeah I can do that. It gets the ball rolling and you'll find you'll get stuck into the task much easier.♥ 55source record 1237

I think of the easiest chore (watering my house plants) and it gets the ball rolling to do the more tedious tasks!♥ 3source record 1239

Not rushing. Like if I’m late I’m late but I’m not rushing . I’m worth taking my time.♥ 8source record 1277

When I go to clean a room that seems overwhelming I follow th KC Davis method and it works everytime. I deal with items in this order: 1. Garbage 2. Dishes 3. Laundry 4. Things that have a home 5. Things that don’t have a home. It makes a daunting task doable every single time.♥ 2,796source record 1297

if im stuck writing a scene, change the weather!♥ 11source record 1594

I'll add - separate out as different tasks - wash clothes, clothes in dryer, fold clothes, fold towels, put away clothes - make each part of a long chore, its own on the list for that motivation boosting cross off. I also put my kid's chores on the list because if I have to manage them to get it down, then its a cross off for me too♥ 2source record 1627

A tidying trick (I’m a messy person who gets overwhelmed) - every time you go into a room, put away 5 things. Life changing. The daily messy so much more manageable.♥ 2source record 1779

My boss taught me "eat the frog" when you feel overwhelmed with jobs. You eat the bad tasting frog (do the worst thing) to get it out the way so everything else seems easier.♥ 3source record 1782

I have a phrase, “I can do anything for the length of Funkytown.” When I don’t want to do a chore, I play the song loudly with the understanding I only have to work until the song is done. But the song is just long enough that I always get going and can work off the momentum I started. I can clean a large part of my kitchen before the song is over, and I usually just keep going until I’m done.♥ 5source record 1842

Noticing beauty in nature. It's amazing how quickly it becomes a habit and has also increased my wonder at how beautiful the world is. like, just take a minute to look at the sky! how lucky am I to witness so many sunsets and fluffy clouds and stars.♥ 5source record 1875

I set very small goals if i have a hard time doing a thing. "just put 5 dishes away" and have a lil check off list for when it's done. then be like "okay, how about we put away 6 dishes now" and it helps not get overwhelmed, stay on task, and feel motivated to do the thing (adhd haver here)♥ 5source record 1926

Don't think about all the steps of the task; step one, get up. then figure out step two♥ 5source record 1967

A guy friend of mine once told me “Just do it and do it good”. He told me it was a saying he learned in the navy. And there’s something about that saying that motivates me to just do the thing and maybe do it to the best of my ability. Even like freakin making the bed. Make it SO beautiful. Do that hard thing you put off. And knock it out of the park.♥ 4source record 2063

If it will take less than 3 min to do it. Do it!♥ 4source record 2120

when i’m cleaning my room, i put everything that needs to go into the rooms in one basket then once the rest of the room is done, i carry the basket around and drop things off where they go. eliminates so many distractions and im less overwhelmed♥ 4source record 2212

When I’m overwhelmed by a messy room or unloading the dishwasher or putting laundry away, I say “just 8 things.” A lot of times I keel going and a lot of times I’ll just put 8 things away wherever I go into that room♥ 4source record 2213

Forward motion! If I don't have time to finish a task, am fatigued, or bored, as long as I'm moving forward something gets done instead of me freezing and doing nothing♥ 4source record 2239

Great! I found that if the sinus infection or congestion has set in then it takes multiple days to really clear. But if the postnasal drip or stuffiness just begins then it works really quickly.♥ 1source record 2285

Instead of complaining about a task like picking up a spill. Do it right away. The amount of time it takes to complain about it then do it increases our overall time of total discomfort.♥ 4source record 2294

I get stuck in overwhelm and shut down. I started saying “just do the minimum”. then I start doing things and it breaks me from being stuck.♥ 4source record 2296

Habit stacking is something that has recently been helpful for me to add in more movement in mini doses. For example: using the microwave = do wall pushups. Brushing teeth = squats or pliés and balancing on one foot. I’m going to add squats when at the kitchen sink, to remind me to move after eating.♥ 3source record 2414

i always “get ready” for the day even if i’m staying home, helps my brain prepare for doing things instead of sitting on the couch all day. this has significantly helped my productivity when at home♥ 3source record 2427

Tiny goals each day for different areas, for example cleaning on the weekend is dreadful and takes my days away 🤭 so I spot clean or choose an area a day (weekdays/after work) and I don’t overwhelm myself or burn out and actually enjoy my weekends. They can be small but I am intentional and try to follow through!♥ 3source record 2536

I think of the Nike slogan 'Just do it' when I dont know where to start an overwhelming task 😂 anywhere from building IKEA furniture to cleaning a destitute kitchen.♥ 3source record 2578

i started keeping a small container for easy skincare stuff - water in a spray bottle, clean washcloth, whatever products i’m using, etc. - and when i don’t have the energy/motivation to stand in the bathroom and do my routine, i just grab that and do it sitting on my bed or wherever else.♥ 3source record 2579

Wave the lid of a candle by your nose instead of the actual wax and it won’t overwhelm your senses as quickly.♥ 3source record 2633

Handle it today, so tomorrow feels lighter. Set yourself future self up for success whenever you can!♥ 3source record 2697

When I am feeling unmotivated to clean, I start with the cleanest room first. Instant gratification and gives me momentum to move on to the next step. Next, I do the chore that I am dreading the absolute worst out of all of them. Then what's that done the other task seen trivial and I don't mind going head and doing them since the worst is over.♥ 3source record 2698

Opposite action when feeling overwhelmed♥ 3source record 2703

Don’t get on tiktok first thing in the morning, brush ur teeth and then go back n scroll in bed, helps the dopamine have a minute before it gets released♥ 3source record 2724

If I'm procrastinating a task I try to find another task or project I would probably procrastinate as well, and suddenly the first task seems more fun.♥ 2source record 2817

If you struggle with the lack of routine in holidays, have a morning and evening routine you do daily so you can look forward to it/helps slightly structure the day♥ 2source record 2818

I call them gifts to my future self.♥ 2source record 2927

Starting even later when I was chronically running behind. I don't work well when I think I have a lot of time.♥ 2source record 2986

An emotion doesn’t last. So good or bad anyways it won’t last. Helps when I get overwhelmed.♥ 2source record 3003

scheduling rotting periods or rotting days. I can be lazy wo guilt and then im Uber productive after and makes me look forward to my next rot♥ 2source record 3069

Having concrete goals just makes my brain shut down. If I think I have to complete all my work I will do none of it. But if I just sit down at my desk and see what happens? I end doing a lot. Or put on gym clothes and see what happens? Get on the bus and see what happens?♥ 2source record 3181

I sing about whatever’s happening when I’m feeling overstimulated or overwhelmed. It’s helped me be a better parent♥ 2source record 3187

I watch hoarders to motivate myself to clean, works every time and I usually get the urge to donate some stuff too!♥ 2source record 3223

When I have a list of things to do, I start with the one I dislike the most and work through to the easiest. Once that first one is done, it's all uphill from there.♥ 2source record 3266

I do it to concentrate better 🤣🤣♥ 2source record 3274

yep exactly! just needed to walk around and hold the nice thing for a minute until the dopamine is all soaked up from it♥ 2source record 3277

I've been asking myself, what do I want my life to look like RIGHT NOW? As in, in this second. Not future me, now me. Do I want to be scrolling? Or would I rather...♥ 2source record 3313

I consider my past self and future self in everything I do. Ex: If I don’t feel like doing laundry, I think of my ✨future self✨ and know she would be so relaxed watching TV NOT having to do laundry, so I do it now, for her.♥ 2source record 3316

Every night/day I outline just THREE To-Dos. I do those first. I think it’s why I have degrees from Harvard, Brown, MIT and everyone says I “really get things done.” Little do they know I really just get three things done per day, lol. Then I coast!♥ 2source record 3355

If tasks take less than a minute do them right away. My house has never been cleaner!♥ 2source record 3389

The “scary hour” adhd hack♥ 1source record 3498

no one is focused on me. everyone is focused on themselves.♥ 1source record 3592

My emotions often overwhelm me in places I don’t want to cry (work, grocery, etc). To stop the tears, I WIGGLE MY TOES. I read about it a few years ago, and it work!♥ 1source record 3649

I've been jumping up and down 50 times every day and I swear it's helping my life-stuntingly paralyzing executive dysfunction♥ 1source record 3665

Instead of calling myself stupid/dumb/etc even as a joke I call myself ✨silly✨ it’s soooo .. silly .. but helps so much and I have multiple friends who do it now too 😂💕♥ 1source record 3740

“do it now and get it over with” when it comes to cleaning up something. I hate putting laundry away but if I don’t do it now, it piles up and becomes a more daunting task. If I put these 7 shirts and 4 pairs of pants away now, I won’t have to think about it again. If I do the dishes now, I don’t have to think about them again. It’s over with♥ 1source record 3772

“Do it now and you won’t have to do it later”… that helps me put things where they belong not just on the floor or laying around. Helps me maintain a clean and organized space. Organized apartment = organized thinking♥ 1source record 3805

I do things for my future self.♥ 1source record 3808

I time cleaning my kitchen (which I hate). When I’m heating water for tea, 3 minutes allows me enough time to empty the dishwasher and wipe the counters. I do this for most things and it gets the job done without causing me to procrastinate because it’s such a limited amount and time.♥ 1source record 3832

Put away 5 things or do 5 small task every night. I usually end up doing more but it makes life so easy.♥ 1source record 3846

When i don’t wanna do something “that’s a tomorrow problem” lol♥ 1source record 3925

Doing chores in between homework breaks instead of doomscrolling♥ 1source record 3973

If I’m having trouble paying attention when someone is speaking, I repeat silently in my head exactly what they are saying while they are saying it. It really helps me to focus on listening with intention. Try it!♥ 1source record 3994

Brain Dump Lists. Just a pad of paper. A pen. What do I need to to? Go!!!! only the first 3 to 10 items are what I do!♥ 1source record 4076

Keeping an empty box in my room or under the livingroom and table. Anytime I’m thinking that im holding something I don’t need or want I throw it in the box or the trash. When the box gets full I donate it. Makes decluttering less overwhelming♥ 1source record 4119

i have a waiting list of tasks for appointment days. that way im not stuck in waiting mode all day. they are all low to med-low tasks that ive timed myself doing. so i know how long it will take and dont get overwhelmed by the thoughts of not being able to completely finish or be late for my appointment. i can be productive and have appointment days and be on time!!!♥ 1source record 4121

Cleaning my room or immediate space when i feel overwhelmed.♥ 1source record 4135

Mine was tying tasks to other tasks or times of day or routine in order to make new habits.♥ 1source record 4163

Any time I have to do something I don’t want to do but NEED to do, I just say “oooh a treat for future me.” And it makes it easier to do.♥ 1source record 4248

I’d love to chat/sing….one thing at a time, one thing at a time just do one thing at a time!!♥ 1source record 4250

Parkinson's law♥ 0source record 4373

Plan 3 dinners a week and only shop for those once a week. Meal prep if u can, but only buying for 3 meals keeps my fridge organized so I don’t get overwhelmed and I often have enough left overs for 2 to 3 meals.♥ 0source record 4390

lethargic,unmotivated just general not feeling great ....keto diet Boom im back !!! also when boiling eggs put them in boiling water to boil shell comes off no problem 😁♥ 0source record 4397

if you think of something nice to do for someone, you have to do it. has improved many relationships♥ 0source record 4521

"Only touch it once" If it's in your hands, don't put it down to deal with it later, do it now. Example, throwing junk mail away when you get it in the house.♥ 0source record 4583

Also doing a clock method in an overwhelming dirty room. I start in one spot and continue to go back to it until it’s clean then move to the right till it’s clean♥ 0source record 4590

if I need to do something (clean, work out or cook) do it immediately when I come home, don't sit down, that way I'm still in "work mode" and will do it easier♥ 0source record 4641

Don’t sit don’t take breaks continue the task until it’s over (works if you have ADHD)♥ 0source record 4650

I can’t leave my room until I make by bed. It’s my first Done ✅ task of the day that helps me stay in productive mode♥ 0source record 4662

Sometimes I’ll think, “I hope they aren’t rushing a loved one to the hospital.”♥ 0source record 4671

not using my phone right away in the morning to not be stuck looking for that next dopamine hit♥ 0source record 4703

when i set something down i think to myself "NO, dont put it down, put it away" and it reminds me to just DO IT NOW lol♥ 0source record 4743

If I have to go to the basement I have to do a load of laundry. makes the weekend less overwhelming♥ 0source record 4791

something is better than nothing. eg I don't have the time, energy or executive function to clean the whole bathroom right now. but I can clean the toilet. and maybe after I feel like I can clean the sink and counter but if not at least the toilet is clean. better than it was, even if that's all I did. one small task at my leisure makes for a cleaner home than setting out to clean a room or area as a task. death by a thousand cuts.♥ 0source record 4820

I eat with my non-dominant hand when the restaurant is too noisy and I start to get overwhelmed♥ 0source record 4827

I have miscellaneous trays in most rooms. My ADHD hasn’t been able to stop me from just setting down random objects when I’m onto something new, but this way it doesn’t look messy and overwhelming and when I have a second I only have to tidy the bowl not a whole room♥ 0source record 4892

Don’t want to clean? Or procrastinate? Think to ur self if u were on 48 hrs or snapped this will be the picture they use of ur room, car , kitchen etc. I refuse!♥ 0source record 4937

When I tidy up, I go room by room instead of jumping from one spot to another. Since I started doing that, I’ve become so much faster at cleaning and I feel more motivated after finishing each room or zone♥ 0source record 4938

another one, if my house is starting to get messy and I don't have motivation, I invite someone over, my MIL or friend, omg the amount of cleaning I can do when I know someone is stopping shortly is insane hahaha.♥ 0source record 5009

Eliminating the word should from my vocabulary. Should is just shame disguised inside a thick fog of productivity programming and ableism. It hand waves over the barriers by making you think having trouble doing a thing doesn't exist, leaving you on a hamster wheel of burnout and more shame. Forcing myself to reword "should" into the specifics of the situation helps me actually identify the problem so I can fix or accept it. Examples below:♥ 0source record 5046

Me trying to do 5 of these all at once!♥ 0source record 5097

Im 49 and I’ve leaned to not procrastinate about paying bills or completing task. I wish I would’ve learned this lesson sooner.♥ 0source record 5131

Time blocking♥ 0source record 5158

for food, pick 7 cuisines you like and assign them to a day. have 3 or 4 dishes per cuisine you like. put them on cards if thats helpful. make it fun! congrats, now you have Mediterranean monday, taco tuesday, whatever wednesday (leftovers or try something new), curry thursday, etc etc. or pick a good cook book and just start working your way thru it from front to back!♥ 0source record 5186

Action precedes motivation.♥ 0source record 5236

announcing I am done for the day. I used to push and try to do everything as quickly as possible. now maybe I do the shopping some housework and full out a form, then I announce I'm done for today, that was a solid effort, back at it tomorrow. IV never been as productive as I am now, because just three things a day adds up.♥ 0source record 5401

When in hand, handle it. Don't put it down to deal with later. Do it right then and there.♥ 0source record 5441

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Timers and tiny time rules80 index entriesTwo-minute rules, stopwatches and beat-the-clock games.

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How commenters applied it: Two-minute rules, stopwatches and beat-the-clock games.

What readers reported: If I’m procrastinating a task I don’t want to do, I tell my self that I only have to work on it for 10 minutes. I can stop after that with no guilt. 99% of the time I’ll finish it.…

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20 source recordsRecurring approach

Time-box the task

Set a timer and work only until it rings, with permission to stop afterward.

Shrink it with a timer
Remove a step

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I set timers for tasks and don't allow myself to go on any side quests until the timer runs out. My kitchen doesn't take hours to clean- all the side quests do. I set a basket in the room before I start and anything not belonging in that room goes into the basket (so you can't leave the room). When the timer is up for that room, I set another timer for ten minutes to empty the basket. Then on to the next room and next timer.source record 582

this i set a timer for ten minutes and clean up the kitchen. 9/10 I can get the whole kitchen cleaned and I run the dishwasher wether it's full or notsource record 1296

If I need to clean but dread starting I also set a 20 minute timer and just start manically cleaning to see how much I can get done in 20 minutes and by the time the 20 is over, I’m already in the groove/did a majority of itsource record 2216

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Do tasks below a short time threshold now

Immediately complete tasks estimated to take two to five minutes.

Shrink it with a timer
Finish it in the same motion

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If it takes less than 2 minutes, just do it immediately (like putting your shoes away when you take them off)source record 2132

If it takes less than five minutes, just do it.source record 2622

I read in a book on Happiness, “If it takes less than 5 minutes, just do it now.” We so often put off small tasks because they’re small but then they haunt you and haunt you until they’re done. If you would have just changed the batteries on that thing right then…it’d already been done but if you put if off that five minute task it decreases your happiness for weeks or months. If it takes less than five minutes, do it now.source record 2686

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If I’m procrastinating a task I don’t want to do, I tell my self that I only have to work on it for 10 minutes. I can stop after that with no guilt. 99% of the time I’ll finish it. And it almost always takes much less time and effort than procrastinating about it.

source record 456♥ 4,940

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my ADD is serious when it comes to any tasks so I throw on a 5-10 minute timer just to compete with it 😩 tasks get done!

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If I have a work task that’s hard on a computer I set a 20 minute timer and 9 times out of 10 when the timer rings. I’m so in the task I end up completing it. 😁

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Two-minute rules, stopwatches and beat-the-clock games.

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There’s research that backs this! It’s kinda like Mel Robbin’s 5 second rule♥ 0source record 185

This is so true. I work nights; when I’m tired on shift I’ll just set a timer for 5-10 min and sit with my eyes closed. It will help you feel rested!♥ 13source record 282

Something thats helping me right now, is taking ten minutes every day to sit with my thoughts and do nothing. I dont let myself on my phone, computer, book - nothing. Its really helping me find myself again and be less addicted to my phone.♥ 5source record 295

my ADD is serious when it comes to any tasks so I throw on a 5-10 minute timer just to compete with it 😩 tasks get done!♥ 7source record 753

Just see how much I can get done in 5 minutes. Any task. Just see.♥ 610source record 813

I use the #PomodoroTechnique which is something like 15 min on, then 5 min break for three increments and then a longer 45 min break♥ 2source record 815

this i set a timer for ten minutes and clean up the kitchen. 9/10 I can get the whole kitchen cleaned and I run the dishwasher wether it's full or not♥ 2source record 1296

"if it only takes a minute, do it now" has changed the way I feel on a daily basis! I'm not a naturally very organized person, despite wanting to be. thinking this way doesn't feel overwhelming, I can do ANYTHING for just a couple of minutes. dishes get washed, they get put away, laundry gets done, self care, all that. Just a few extra minutes here and there! i also have adhd so ill challenge myself to see exactly how much I can get done in 3-5 minutes lol♥ 5source record 1419

10 minute speed clean, not perfect- but 10 minutes of intention helps daily.♥ 7source record 1593

Cleaning up- set a timer for 30 min or 1 hour. Work on the task at hand for that amount of time.♥ 15source record 1622

oh gosh that would cripple me. I tell my clients to set a ten or five minute timer. because getting started is usually the hardest part. and 10 minutes a day adds up and often time once you start you keep going and if not you accomplished ten minutes♥ 0source record 1623

Don’t put it down, put it away & if it’ll take less than 60 seconds just do it now - made a massive difference in my house clutter.♥ 3source record 1776

If something is going to take 10 seconds or less, do it now. Don’t put it off until later, you’ll never do it.♥ 5source record 1835

If it can be done in less than five minutes: and I have 15 minutes to spare- I’ll just take the five minutes and do it. Additionally, economy of motion- when I do the thing there’s something else that can be done just as quick: example, I take out the trash check the mail and sort it at the trash bin, throw out the garbage trash and take in the important stuff and pin it to the board.♥ 5source record 1873

If you have a task that will take 2 seconds (ie picking up a dirty sock, wiping a spot off the countertop), do it RIGHT NOW. It’s dumb but there are so many times I’ll think “I’ll get that later” and never do. Just do it now!♥ 5source record 1883

If I’m feeling down I’ll set a timer for 15 minutes. For those 15 I will wallow in self pity, then when timer goes off I get up and do something to change the problem. Same way with accomplishing tasks I don’t want to do. 15 min of work, 5 of rest, back at it. Works!♥ 5source record 1948

If it takes less than 10 seconds to do, you just do it right now. Put the dirty dish in the dishwasher instead of the sink, refill the ice cube tray rather than put it back empty, pick up the dog toys around the room, whatever it is. Accomplishing the small thing is rewarding and then you also usually have a cleaner or more useful space♥ 5source record 1988

When you have a task that you hate to do, set a stopwatch and see how long it actually takes you to do the task. It’s usually under five minutes. So you can say “I can do so and so for five minutes. Five minutes isn’t gonna kill me.”♥ 5source record 2003

i actually floss every day, and it’s because i made a deal with myself: i don’t have to brush my teeth in the morning if i floss and do mouthwash instead. (then i brush for a full 2 mins at night don’t come for me!)♥ 4source record 2110

If it takes less than 2 minutes, just do it immediately (like putting your shoes away when you take them off)♥ 4source record 2132

Set a timer and stay in one room tidying until the timer runs out. It’s ok to take things out of the room but don’t pick up a new task in a different room. The timer is going! Also might have adhd😅♥ 4source record 2231

Five minutes done, just a little less congested♥ 0source record 2331

Two minutes done♥ 0source record 2332

The “5 Minute Rule” for chores or things you don’t feel you have the energy to do. Too tired to work out? Go for 5 minutes, if you’re still exhausted, okay, go home and rest. But if after 5 minutes you’re like no I got this - keep going! Sometimes the hardest thing is just finding the motivation vs truly being “too tiredl♥ 3source record 2356

Clean during every commercial break!♥ 3source record 2360

Timing how long tasks take so you realize it's not that bad. Doing the dishes really only takes 10min, if even. So when I'm done I look at the clock and it's like, yeah why was I dreading that quit the theatrics lol♥ 3source record 2400

While brushing my teeth for 2 minutes with my electric toothbrush, I do 20 squats and 15 leg lifts each leg. It becomes a habit.♥ 3source record 2401

Commercial cleaning. Only clean during commercials. You end up racing around and getting so much stuff done so quick in 2 minutes♥ 3source record 2438

My grandmother always said if it will take you less than 2 minutes to do, do it right now. Like when it comes to putting something away, washing your bowl you just used, making your bed really quick, etc.. this has always helped me not put things off and just do it and get it over with.♥ 3source record 2500

Tell yourself to do something for 2 mins (like clean your counters) and then the wave of dopamine hits and next thing you know you just did 25 mins of cleaning.♥ 3source record 2522

Set a timer for 5 minutes. Just do the thing for 5 minutes.♥ 3source record 2539

When struggling with tasks that need to be done vs things I want to do after work I set a timer for one hour and complete tasks uninterrupted and after the hour I can do something I want to do♥ 3source record 2609

If it takes less than five minutes, just do it.♥ 3source record 2622

When my house is messy I pick one room, set a timer for 15 min & stay there. I take a basket for everything that doesn’t belong in the room, a trash bag, a cleaner & a rag. Better, not perfect is the goal. I usually end up doing more rooms but I follow the same rules.♥ 3source record 2643

Set an hour timer when I walk in the door after work & don’t sit down until it goes off. In this hour, I have to do all the chores I postpone/procrastinate. When the timer goes off, I can sit down and enjoy my evening with no guilt.♥ 3source record 2687

If something takes less than 5 minutes to complete, do it now. Also, for my ADD mind, I’ll hard boil eggs in a machine that chimes when done (about 15 minutes) then race to see how many tasks I can get done before it goes off.♥ 2source record 2781

When I have a ton of stuff to do, I set timers instead of alarms. I can check and see exactly how long I have left quickly♥ 2source record 3134

I learn to get rid of hiccups by inhaling and holding my breath for as long as I can 8,9 or 10 seconds. works every time!♥ 2source record 3152

Cleaning up can feel daunting so I set a 5 minute timer and clean as much as I can. Usually, I end up cleaning longer but get over the hardest part which is starting.♥ 2source record 3179

How are you able to humm for 5 min I can only do like 20 seconds♥ 2source record 3238

I timed myself doing household tasks like laundry or even just having to trek up and down the stairs putting things away. Laundry was like 10 mins and going up the stairs putting things away was 2-3. Now when I don’t want to do something I’m like, “Really? You don’t have 10 mins?” And then I go do the task♥ 2source record 3247

2 minutes rule- if doing something takes two minutes or less to do then just do it - as long as it’s something that doesn’t make you fall behind or late anything (cause taking 2 minutes usually doesn’t throw you off a schedule) just do it. This helps me keep dishes clean, spaces tidy, and the inside of my car clean.♥ 2source record 3415

If it takes 10 seconds or 10 steps to do something, do it. I’m a major procrastinator and this helped with the tidiness of my home. Don’t set the cup down on the table - walk it to the sink. Don’t throw the clothes on the floor - walk it to the hamper. It doesn’t mean you have to do the chore right then, but it does mean there’s not crap all over the house and the chore takes less time because it’s all right there.♥ 1source record 3461

Put a Nespresso machine on my night stand on a timer. I never used to be able to get out of bed on time, now it goes off 15 minutes before I need to be up and I’m good!♥ 1source record 3478

I’ve been dealing with a sinus infection for over a week and now I’m going to set my timer and try this. I do know that marshmallows can help soothe a sore throat.♥ 1source record 3481

You have the strength to do anything for five minutes so do it, often you end up finishing the task completely but the thought of only having to do it for five minutes really helped♥ 1source record 3529

I put on a moderate length (10-20 minutes) YouTube video to wash the dishes to make myself do it. and when the video is over, either all the dishes are done or I'm done for now lol♥ 1source record 3620

Two minute rule. If you’re staring down a task but you think you can do it in two minutes, just knock it out♥ 1source record 3641

I've started doing 5 minute timers. a task i dont want to do, ill put a timer on and say I will it the best I can for 5 minutes and "reward" myself by not having to come back to for hours later... most of the time I finish the task in 5 minutes♥ 1source record 3912

I was recently studying for a big test, it took months. My adhd brain would recall everything I didn't need to be thinking about whenever I opened the textbook. So I kept a notepad next to me, and I would write those things down for later. When the take a break timer went off, I'd allow myself to think of those things while I was eating or walking for the 30 min break (both of those break activities really helped focus me).♥ 1source record 3955

the pomodoro timer method (might have misspelled that) where I set a timer for 10 minutes and straighten up or work on something and when it goes off I set it for another 10 and relax and play on my phone or whatever, repeat for an hour or two and suddenly my space is clean and I've been relaxing, too. I don't feel guilty for the phone time because its only ten minutes and I don't feel overwhelmed by the task at hand for the same reason.♥ 1source record 4107

Timer method!! I set myself a timer and say I’ll work for 20 minutes. When the timer goes off I’m usually knee deep in something and finish the task.♥ 1source record 4156

If I don’t want to do something I put on a 3min timer and do as much of the task as possible. Usually I finish it or have enough momentum I keep going.♥ 1source record 4177

Set a timer to clean. See what you can do in 10 mins and it’s far more than you think.♥ 1source record 4194

Tried and true, if it takes less than 3-5 minutes just do it now♥ 1source record 4258

Every single person in the house cleans 5-10 min each day at the same time. Don’t put something you’re holding down go ahead and put it away. Clean the shower while in the shower. Plan to clean the house? Get dressed with shoes on. These changed my life significantly when I started to live on my own after growing up in a dirty house.♥ 0source record 4506

The 2 minute rule!!! Shatters procrastination and things don’t pile up 👍♥ 0source record 4582

If it will take less than 2 minutes just do it now. … procrastination and clutter majorly reduced!♥ 0source record 4591

If you don’t wanna do a task. Set a timer for 15 minutes and commit to doing the task when the timer is up.♥ 0source record 4677

If it takes less than 5 minutes.. do it now. This helps me get a lot done that I’d rather just put off♥ 0source record 4731

Congestion is one, I think it’s an Indian Ayurvedic practice. Walk around, pinch your nose and nod for 5-10 minutes. Weird but it works♥ 0source record 4777

when I REALLY can’t be bothered or feel like I don’t have the headspace or energy to do any cleaning and tidying I make the deal with myself to only have to tidy/clean for the duration of X min (with a timer, length depends on what I can muster) or duration of a song. if the timer goes off/the song ends I’m allowed to stop guilt free. many times at that point I’m already in the “cleaning zone” where I don’t mind to keep going so I go on for longer, when I’m finished I’m always so proud. I struggle most with starting an (unpleasant) task and also with feeling guilty so this to me is an amazing work around and doesn’t feel as endless as “I will just do the dishwasher/kitchen”♥ 0source record 4895

5 second rule. if theres a job im wanting to do to, get up within the 5 seconds and go go go. kind of kick starts me, else I will sit all day thinking about it♥ 0source record 4905

“If you can complete the task in under 5 minutes, just do it now and get it over with” really has motivated me to do simple things I’d usually procrastinate!♥ 0source record 4935

Theres a Japanese method of doing something you hate and dread and dont want to do. Just do it for ONE MINUTE. Fold laundry for 60 seconds. study for 60 seconds. watch 60 seconds of a lecture. Its oddly motivating♥ 0source record 4951

Thinking to myself “if I can do this in 2 minutes, I just should do it now” and that has made me a cleaner, more organized, more responsible person lol♥ 0source record 4970

Ten minute timers to tackle things I don’t want to♥ 0source record 4990

"I should get off my butt and do the dishes" becomes "I'm having a hard time getting up and doing the dishes" and then "why am I struggling?" "Well I'm dizzy and standing still makes my heart race and I wobble and feel like I'm going to pass out, and the sensory nightmare of food in sink water is over stimulating, and my dopamine is so low I can't seem to make myself change gears." ok so dopamine first, music,high energy music, wiggle through the ADHD paralysis, that usually works. Sensory issues, grab the gloves, you are alowed to use disability aids, just use them, it's ok. The dizziness is the hardest. Step one have salt and fluids, feet up, lay down if you can, give yourself time, and then go unbury the kitchen chair, take another break, and just do 3. Go from there.♥ 1source record 5047

If I have a work task that’s hard on a computer I set a 20 minute timer and 9 times out of 10 when the timer rings. I’m so in the task I end up completing it. 😁♥ 0source record 5112

i set a timer do spend 5 minutes tidying each room in the house. i race myself to see how much i can get done before the timer goes off♥ 0source record 5182

Set my alarm 10 minutes earlier. I was arriving to work early versus arriving just in time.♥ 0source record 5188

Allow yourself 10 minutes a day if needed to be upset or anger and then get moving on♥ 0source record 5200

“ if it takes 5min do it now” helped me so much but in the same time ruins my life 😅😭♥ 0source record 5240

"choose your hard"... you can either do a little bit of the "hard" now or have to do a bigger "hard" later. I heard it first when I was trying to get my fitness up but it tends to work fro nearly everything also the 2min rule if you can do a task in 2mins do it right then and there...if it's gonna take longer its alright to leave it♥ 0source record 5258

A 1cm x 2cm piece of paper inside the bottom lip will stop a spontaneous nosebleed in 60 seconds. It’s so weird, but it absolutely works!♥ 0source record 5311

"If it takes less than 5 minutes, do it now." I've become future-me's favourite person.♥ 0source record 5429

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Costumes, characters and company73 index entriesAprons, alter egos and body doubles that get you moving.

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Use when: Costumes, characters and company

How commenters applied it: Aprons, alter egos and body doubles that get you moving.

What readers reported: I have a housework apron. If I put it on I get more done. Then when I take it off I know I'm finished so don't feel guilty if I see something I missed

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22 source recordsRecurring approach

Keep shoes on to stay in action mode

Put on or keep on shoes or dedicated house shoes while completing tasks.

Make the state visible
Attach it to an existing routine

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Putting shoes on when I need to get things done around the housesource record 1019

Keeping my shoes on when I get home to remain productive.source record 1775

Keeping my shoes on and not sitting down when I get home and have stuff that needs done. The second my shoes are off and I sit down my body tells me to rest and doomscroll. ALSO pairing something I like with something I dislike. I feel like it’s what everyone does but I LOVE music so when I need to do laundry or dishes it’s blasting and distracting in a sense.source record 2169

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Bring another person into the task

Use body doubling, a call, or another person's presence to help initiate work.

Borrow another person's momentum

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If I'm struggling starting a task, getting someone else involved is often the only way I can kick it. Since I work alone at home during the day, I'll call someone I know is on a similar schedule, or use something like Focusmate for virtual body doubling.source record 1642

Body doubling is life changing for mesource record 1643

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Do the chore in character

Pretend to be a fictional worker or character whose role includes the task.

Change the sentence

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House chores cosplay. Create a character, design a costume. Need to clean the house? No, you don’t. Gwen from a 50s diner needs to clear everything away before her shift ends. She’s got a date tonight at the bowling alley and needs to hurry so she can get ready.source record 936

Pretend you’re a character in a movie doing boring stuff to make it less boring. Like you’re a chef to the king when you cook, or you’re cleaning the bar in a medieval tavern at the end of the night (kitchen)source record 4316

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I have a housework apron. If I put it on I get more done. Then when I take it off I know I'm finished so don't feel guilty if I see something I missed

source record 120♥ 9,804

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Keeping my shoes on when I get home to remain productive.

posted about 66 days after the source♥ 3

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Put on your outside shoes to do housework. For whatever reason it helps with executive dysfunction and keeps you moving

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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Aprons, alter egos and body doubles that get you moving.

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I have a housework apron. If I put it on I get more done. Then when I take it off I know I'm finished so don't feel guilty if I see something I missed♥ 9,804source record 120

this works really well with shoes, too! It feels like I'm in productivity mode when I'm wearing them.♥ 0source record 131

I have house sneakers. For whatever reason I am much more productive with sneakers on. So I got a pair just for the house the minute I put them on I have the energy and motivation to get things done.♥ 9source record 296

My son used to call his sneakers his “busy shoes”. I tried it - it works. I’m so much more productive with my busy shoes on 😂😂♥ 6source record 583

Putting shoes on when I need to get things done around the house♥ 370source record 1019

I bought a pair of, what I call, “house crocs” that are my work shoes for home. The way I’m not having to wear my street shoes inside.♥ 18source record 1028

I second this putting on shoes helps me get started everyday♥ 5source record 1029

Love pretending I’m doing a home show or smth♥ 5source record 1105

for me it's her strategy of lowering the lights, putting on an apron and playing Celtic tunes while closing out the kitchen for the night while you're pretending to be a medieval tavern owner. idk why but it works!♥ 97source record 1298

if you have ADHD put on shoes (or socks if you’re a no shoes house) and do your tasks, it tricks my brain into thinking i still have the energy. once the shoes come off my brain loses the sense of productivity.♥ 6source record 1378

I have house shoes for when I’m cleaning because apparently it can signal my brain that I can’t sit down and be comfortable yet.♥ 8source record 1505

make a chore list - however small the chore - from put shoes away to fold laundry to clean gutters. And also add the ones you do without thinking about it. If you cleaned the kitchen and took the trash out - write "take out trash" and cross it off. Just visually seeing how productive I really am helps with the "I didnt get anything done today" mentality.♥ 12source record 1626

Body doubling is life changing for me♥ 2source record 1643

Keeping my shoes on when I get home to remain productive.♥ 3source record 1775

When I need to clean the house but don’t want to I put in tennis shoes. Whenever I have on tennis shoes it makes my brain think I have to keep moving and can’t sit down. Slips ons come off too easily and I will sit down and slip them off!♥ 5source record 1820

If you’re having a hard time cleaning at home, put on your work/workout clothes and a pair of tennies and your body will know its time to work :)♥ 5source record 1844

If I have a day I need to be extra productive, I will literally wear shoes from the moment I get dressed until I go to bed. My brain thinks: no shoes = nothing to do♥ 5source record 1933

I read somewhere that putting on your shoes makes you productive so whenever I do chores or I’m dreading to do them, I just put on my shoes and I swear it’s like magic, no clue why but it works! 😂♥ 4source record 2109

When I need to be physically productive, I put on sneakers.♥ 4source record 2167

It’s pretty common but I leave my shoes on and work clothes on when I come home from work. I’m more likely to stay in go mode to get my evening going and even do a chore or two. The second my shoes come off my brain is done.♥ 4source record 2250

habit stacking. I know it's gross, but I've always had a hard time keeping up with the litter box (germophobia keeps me from touching it, which just makes it worse...I know it's not rational, please don't judge). but it dawned on me that I wash my hands everyday when I come inside. so now, the first thing I do(after taking my shoes off) is to scoop the litter box, and then I'm guaranteed to wash my hands after. I'm happier, my cat's happier. great discovery for me.♥ 3source record 2389

When I’m in an uncomfortable conversation I pretend the other person is a character in a tv show and I just have to get out of the episode.♥ 3source record 2467

Putting shoes on in order to get myself to startclean. I don't know why but a friend of mine told me to try it and it works♥ 3source record 2493

I have bad adhd. If I need to get stuff done around the house, whatever it is, I do NOT take my shoes off! My brain goes into just chill mode but if I leave my shoes on my brain knows we got shit to do! Lol♥ 3source record 2502

I have specific outdoor shoes that I only wear inside to clean. I don’t know why but it makes me sooo efficient♥ 3source record 2664

i wear my crocs around the house when i have to clean. i don’t typically wear them for anything else so i make myself put them on if i have to clean up and it also prevents me from laying in my bed because i have shoes on♥ 2source record 2914

Wearing tennis shoes inside my house motivates me more than anything else I’ve tried to clean and manage my house.♥ 2source record 2958

I intentionally keep my shoes on when I need to get things done around my house. No shoes allowed on furniture so it prevents me from getting too comfortable and I get more accomplished.♥ 2source record 2969

I put spray deodorant in my shoes before and after wearing them, it neutralizes any smell at all. Works like a charm♥ 2source record 2978

Keep house sneakers and wear them when you have stuff to do. You’d be amazed how much more productive you are cleaning or working in shoes than you are in socks or slippers!♥ 2source record 2981

If I want to have a really productive day I imagine a film crew is following me around for the day for a documentary♥ 2source record 2998

I heard that leaving shoes on in the house helps you be more productive, taking them off signals your body to relax.♥ 2source record 3016

Shoes on when I’m cleaning the house, it helps me stay focused!♥ 2source record 3112

I wfh, but if I don’t have actual shoes and a bra on it’s much harder to get into work mode♥ 2source record 3125

One. Don’t take off your shoes if you wanna get stuff done or take off your outside shoes and put on your inside shoes. I have specific shoes for cleaning.♥ 2source record 3129

Must put a bra and shoes on i get the most done.♥ 2source record 3205

adhd: I put on gym shoes to make myself more productive- no sandals or slippers ons..gym shoes! while they are on my brain knows we are doing stuff!♥ 2source record 3220

Putting on your shoes if you work from home or are a sahm. Makes me MUCH more productive♥ 2source record 3225

Put on your shoes to be more productive around the house♥ 2source record 3430

Wearing shoes when I don't plan on going anywhere somehow helps me focus and actually finish/stay on task♥ 1source record 3484

Putting on shoes keeps me on my feet and productive instead of lounging around or getting back in bed♥ 1source record 3589

Keep my sneakers on until all my chores are done in the evening. And keeping in motion keeps me in motion.♥ 1source record 3625

Wearing thick sole slippers or house shoes (sneakers) to be more productive in the house, my therapist recommended it cause it makes the brain think you’re doing something productive or going somewhere so if I don’t want to do chores I force myself to wear my shoes and it helps me start cleaning♥ 1source record 3626

Putting on shoes inside. Get a pair of cheap indoor shoes. I feel way more apt to get things done if I’m wearing shoes than I do in just socks or slippers.♥ 1source record 3753

I put shoes on my feet to be more productive around the house.I found it tricks my brain into thinking that I need to be doing something or busy because there are shoes on my feet 🤷🏼‍♀️♥ 1source record 3852

“Parent yourself”. If I were to see my kids doing my actions, would I (the parent) course correct them? Something as simple as brushing teeth every night, throwing my trash away while I’m cooking a meal, hanging up my coat, putting my shoes away, etc. Works everytime♥ 1source record 4011

Also, put sneakers on, you get more done.♥ 0source record 4036

Wear shoes while I’m trying to get something done. I have ADHD and I turn myself on “go” mode when I need to clean. We trick our brains into thinking we have somewhere to be or something to do.♥ 1source record 4064

If you have adhd don’t take your shoes off if you need to get things done in the house♥ 1source record 4073

pair of inside only sneakers, I put them on after I get home to keep myself in go mode to get things done without tracking dirt all over(I dislike slippers n slides aka most house shoes.)♥ 1source record 4133

Feeling overwhelmed? Try the BatmanEffect: Create a persona (e.g. Batman) who wouldnt struggle with the Task. Imagine you are Batman (or another persona) now. My ADHD brain was able to actually start writing my PhD Thesis with this Hack. Not by being Batman, but Imagine being my DnD-Character in my Office 😁♥ 0source record 4402

stopped buying shoes with laces. it's not like I can't tie my shoes, I just don't want to have to stop what I'm doing to untie or retie my shoes. I got shit to do! the only shoes I have with laces are hiking boots, for functional reasons.♥ 0source record 4405

Putting my shoes on when I need to do something in the house, eg. cleaning. I also used to leave my clean laundry out in a pile for days because I hate folding, realised that I could just hang everything instead - now things get put away.♥ 0source record 4422

Also, not taking shoes off until I’m done doing everything I need to do. Otherwise I will never finish♥ 0source record 4530

I have ADHD and I find I get so much more done around the house if I keep my shoes on. It sounds weird, but the minute I take them off, I’m done.♥ 0source record 4532

When I get home and have things to do o keep my shoes on. If I take my shoes off it’s easier to go sit down and then I don’t get anything done♥ 0source record 4603

After I get home from dropping my daughter off at school I keep my shoes on until I get everything done. & it works so well it’s mind boggling♥ 0source record 4626

wearing shoes inside the house to get stuff done. it works for me.♥ 0source record 4678

Putting on workout clothes to clean my home and run errands♥ 0source record 4717

If I need to get something done as soon as I get home, I don't take off my shoes until I'm done♥ 0source record 4809

Also, calling someone when the house is messy. I can’t sit still while talking so a phone call helps me get jobs done without thinking about it.♥ 0source record 4831

Not taking my shoes off when I get home until my jobs are done. Keeps me in work mode and helps with executive dysfunction.♥ 0source record 4832

Leave your shoes on when you need to get things done around the house, don’t take them off until you are done or mopping lol♥ 0source record 4839

putting on indoors shoes to do housework, I don't know why it works but I can't do housework of any kind without shoes on♥ 0source record 5116

Put on your outside shoes to do housework. For whatever reason it helps with executive dysfunction and keeps you moving♥ 0source record 5127

If I’m unmotivated and I need to get things done, put on my shoes.♥ 0source record 5254

The shoes trick. As long as I keep my shoes on I’m productive. Soon as I take me shoes off I sit down and don’t wanna do anything. So weird to me but really works♥ 0source record 5275

If I need to get something done I put my tennis shoes on. I hate wearing shoes but my tennis shoes signal I need to get something done. I can’t clean without shoes on♥ 0source record 5280

I put on shoes to clean my house or get paperwork done from home.♥ 0source record 5302

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Make it a game38 index entriesStickers, tallies and bets that bribe the brain into chores.

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Make it a game

38 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Make it a game

How commenters applied it: Stickers, tallies and bets that bribe the brain into chores.

What readers reported: I give myself tally marks every time I do something productive. it's insane the amount of things that I will do just to get myself a little tally mark

Limit: Unfortunately, going outside for a walk does make us feel better mentally.

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Explicit limit or counterpoint

Unfortunately, going outside for a walk does make us feel better mentally.

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4 source recordsRecurring approach

Track progress with stickers or tally marks

Award a visible mark or small reward after completing a task.

Turn it into a game

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I put a sticker on my calendar each time I do my home workout. I want my sticker because it makes me proud so I do my boring little workout to get it 😳source record 904

I give myself tally marks every time I do something productive. it's insane the amount of things that I will do just to get myself a little tally marksource record 1086

Giving myself calendar stickers for exercise. One for cardio, one for strength, one for balance. I’m consistent now and in a better place mentally, emotionally and physically. 🔥💯👏source record 1473

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Frame chores as levels, coins, or a game

Translate ordinary tasks into game progress, a timed challenge, or collectible rewards.

Change the sentence
Turn it into a game

See 3 representative source examples

At work, during my life always imagine i level up as in a game. In small things and in big things, always had success and got appreciationsource record 4392

Make it a game. How many dishes can I put away during this commercial/song. That sort of thing. I’ve actually had people tell me they are impressed with how fast I load the dishwasher.source record 4691

when you see a mess that needs to be cleaned up, instead of seeing it as a sea of mess, see it as a see of dopamine waiting. like gathering up a slew of coins in a video game. doesnt matter what you pick up next, only that you pick it upsource record 5189

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I give myself tally marks every time I do something productive. it's insane the amount of things that I will do just to get myself a little tally mark

source record 1086♥ 668

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I use lemon essential oil to remove stickers

posted about 47 days after the source♥ 0

Zero-like source

Reward system, do a task, scroll on my phone to get a dopamine hit.

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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What the counts show

Stickers, tallies and bets that bribe the brain into chores.

38index entries

38distinct source records

10.9%of parent category

0.7%of the complete index

23top-level comments

15replies

Browse the original comments38 preserved records · 38 of 38 source records accounted for

Totally works. I put places I want to travel to♥ 4source record 369

Try supplementing potassium. The best source is in electrolytes flavored drink powders. They'll have 30% of your daily value or more. Potassium helps relax muscles and reduces muscle cramps. The potassium supplement pills are limited to something like 3% of your daily value so they're totally useless, a banana has more potassium than them which explains why they help (probably).♥ 1source record 723

I started this a while back after listening to Pete Holmes talk about it on his podcast. I always just take a breath and say “good luck with the surgery!” My chosen fiction for those moments is that they are a surgeon racing to save a life :p which, you never know, could totally be true!♥ 2source record 739

Totally!♥ 37source record 817

I’ve totally used that! ❤️♥ 42source record 853

I put a sticker on my calendar each time I do my home workout. I want my sticker because it makes me proud so I do my boring little workout to get it 😳♥ 85source record 904

Sometimes it helps it just say it as a possibility instead of a fact like what if I was totally OK just to say I am.♥ 2source record 908

oh you are totally gonna have to rewatch all of Loki with full attention at some point, there'll be so many little things that you missed!♥ 1source record 975

Or use a blow dryer on the sticker before you remove it and it will usually come off easily with no residue♥ 3source record 990

I had a college roommate who did that and I thought it was really weird, but it totally worked♥ 1source record 1044

I give myself tally marks every time I do something productive. it's insane the amount of things that I will do just to get myself a little tally mark♥ 668source record 1086

You can also do this with spray hand sanitizer- I had a vanilla scented one I wanted to use up post covid and it totally works just as well♥ 12source record 1264

Totally works for this and any skin irritation.♥ 1source record 1359

Giving myself calendar stickers for exercise. One for cardio, one for strength, one for balance. I’m consistent now and in a better place mentally, emotionally and physically. 🔥💯👏♥ 6source record 1473

A tiny exercise that totally eliminated my plantar fasciitis. It’s called the “short foot” exercise and there are videos now on YT. I learned it as pretending your arch is a suction cup and you have to use only the muscles of your foot to lift it up. No more arch pain and it has stabilized my wonky ankles too.♥ 535source record 1531

okay yeah that totally makes sense! I'll come back the next time hiccups hit. probably before the end of the week 😂♥ 1source record 1561

I’ve been struggling with it for over a decade and it has made a huge difference. If I have a sinus infection or throat infection it doesn’t fully clear it but it still helps. But I found if I catch the congestion when it first starts I can totally clear it. Good luck!♥ 8source record 1591

Sort the fridge by meal ingredients instead of by category. No accidentally using up the ingredients for something else, don’t have to gather everything when you cook, and automatic open space for leftovers where the ingredients were. Can still have normal sections too for grab and go things, everyone then knows what they can take and what is being saved for a meal♥ 4source record 2245

Yeah, it’s a lot but it keeps me from getting infections so totally worth it♥ 7source record 2313

Buy a tongue scraper, it’s a game changer. Put shoes on as soon as you get dressed, and it helps motivate you. If you have cats, just get a litter robot… spend the money and you will be able to not scoop ever again. That’s all I can think of at the moment 😆♥ 4source record 2322

Omg I just did this and it totally worked. Game changer.♥ 3source record 2420

My dog is doing the same thing at first but now they totally ignore it! 😂😂😂♥ 0source record 2557

I hid a key under the car on a carobiner. I've accidentally locked my keys in the car so many times and now it's no problem at all.♥ 3source record 2577

when I'm overwhelmed with cleaning and don't know where to start I just pick a spot and work linearly. I don't move from one section until it is totally clean.♥ 2source record 3219

I read Don’t Shoot the Dog by Karen Pryor. She’s a marine animal trainer. You can’t get a leash or halter on one of those. It shows you how to modify behavior, animal, and human! Fun book.♥ 2source record 3250

i used to struggle with esophageal spasms when I took pills (especially big ones) and my doctor told me to have an altoid first and it totally works! changed my life!♥ 1source record 3607

On a totally different subject, are your eyes two different colors?♥ 1source record 3777

I use stickers to prompt me to do things and help build new habits. e.g. put a sticker on the wall near the front door, at eye-level so I always saw it, to remind me to check I have my keys. after a while the habit formed and I didn't need the sticker anymore 🌸♥ 1source record 4193

I use lemon essential oil to remove stickers♥ 0source record 4295

At work, during my life always imagine i level up as in a game. In small things and in big things, always had success and got appreciation♥ 0source record 4392

If you ever accidentally put something spicy in your eye and it’s burning, just put some salt to the same side of your mouth and it immediately goes away!♥ 0source record 4477

Unfortunately, going outside for a walk does make us feel better mentally.♥ 0source record 4635

Make it a game. How many dishes can I put away during this commercial/song. That sort of thing. I’ve actually had people tell me they are impressed with how fast I load the dishwasher.♥ 0source record 4691

Realised I’m not great at thinking on my feet. If I’m mentally stumbling I’ll drop my shoulders and say ‘let me think about it and I’ll get back to you’ the answer normally then comes but it doesn’t matter if it doesn’t and I don’t beat myself up about not being able to respond straight away.♥ 0source record 4818

Reward system, do a task, scroll on my phone to get a dopamine hit.♥ 0source record 5170

lighter fluid to remove sticker residue.♥ 0source record 5341

stop thinking, just do. instead of planning out how I'm going to clean or get groceries or whatever, I just go do it. I've done these things before. I want to plan out how to clean/schedule homework/ make s game out of it... because of what I call pretend productive procrastination. I'm just using planning as an excuse to procrastinate.♥ 0source record 5348

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Soundtracks for the chore26 index entriesPodcasts and playlists reserved for the boring stuff.

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Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Soundtracks for the chore

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Soundtracks for the chore

26 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Soundtracks for the chore

How commenters applied it: Podcasts and playlists reserved for the boring stuff.

What readers reported: When I’m feeling unmotivated to clean, I watch YT cleaning videos & that inspires me to start cleaning.

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

Common approaches in the comments

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7 source recordsRecurring approach

Pair chores with an audiobook or podcast

Listen to spoken audio while cleaning, organizing, doing dishes, or completing other chores.

Give attention a neutral target

See 3 representative source examples

putting on headphones (and music/book/podcast) to do tasks like cleaning. something about the audio space around my head getting smaller makes it easier to focus and not get distractedsource record 707

I always listen to the same podcast when i clean so if i don’t feel like cleaning I’ll put it on and it triggers my brain that’s it’s cleaning time and I don’t mind the chores anymoresource record 1942

I cant listen to audiobooks without doing something with my hands. I’ve found it’s a great way to stay motivated while cleaning bc I’m half distracted by the book and not thinking about how much I hate cleaning. 😂source record 2147

4 source recordsRecurring approach

Use an energizing music playlist

Start music or a prepared playlist to add motion and momentum to a chore.

Give attention a neutral target
Use a sensory reset

See 3 representative source examples

made a playlist of songs that I can't resist moving my body to, and then listen to it when I clean, drive, etc and it motivates me to want to dance.source record 3356

putting on a playlist of songs from highschool really does help boost feel good chemicals which helps me stay motivated to cleansource record 3459

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Reserve a favorite show for chores

Only watch a chosen show or video series while cooking, folding, or doing chores.

Give attention a neutral target
Turn it into a game

See 2 representative source examples

I have shows I can only watch while doing chores or cooking. It makes me wanna do those things so I can also watch my show Lokisource record 972

I turn tasks I hate I to ones I look forward to, I hate folding and putting away laundry - but it's the only time I will put on YouTube crime docs so I'm reprogramming myself to enjoy itsource record 3779

Source-record spotlights

Most engaged source

When I’m feeling unmotivated to clean, I watch YT cleaning videos & that inspires me to start cleaning.

source record 653♥ 1,098

Later-arriving source

Disability/ Sensory issues/depression/ burnout or anything else that makes it hard to shower self care hack - You don’t need to clean your whole body to take a shower. One day just wash your hair, the next day wash your feet and so on. Your whole body will eventually get completely washed and it doesn’t feel so overwhelming to do. Washing 1 part of you is better than not washing at all.

posted about 50 days after the source♥ 0

Zero-like source

A good podcast to get the kitchen cleaned or dinner on. I end up wishing there was more to do because I’m so involved in it.

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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What the counts show

Podcasts and playlists reserved for the boring stuff.

26index entries

26distinct source records

7.4%of parent category

0.5%of the complete index

25top-level comments

1replies

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watching workout videos when I don't want to get up to workout, usually gives me the extra motivation I needed♥ 8source record 168

When I’m feeling unmotivated to clean, I watch YT cleaning videos & that inspires me to start cleaning.♥ 1,098source record 653

putting on headphones (and music/book/podcast) to do tasks like cleaning. something about the audio space around my head getting smaller makes it easier to focus and not get distracted♥ 746source record 707

I disagree with this. People who need help the most are often not able to ask due to exhaustion overwhelm grief etc. show up for those you love without being asked♥ 345source record 855

I have shows I can only watch while doing chores or cooking. It makes me wanna do those things so I can also watch my show Loki♥ 226source record 972

I always listen to the same podcast when i clean so if i don’t feel like cleaning I’ll put it on and it triggers my brain that’s it’s cleaning time and I don’t mind the chores anymore♥ 5source record 1942

there are no rules. wanna sit down while doing the dishes, brushing your teeth, or cooking? do it. who cares Showering seem like to much? get a shower chair and just sit in there and do what you can. need to pick up but don't want to? everytim you get up to go to the bathroom or get a drink or something, take a few times and put them away. you don't have to do it all at once.♥ 4source record 2112

One of my patients told me that they use Tubi to help them get a task like folding laundry done. They watch the show when it’s on, and then when it’s a commercial they fold the laundry in the basket next to them.♥ 3source record 2397

“Just show up!” Don’t feel like exercising? Just show up- you will do it for a minute and then you’ll get into it.♥ 3source record 2423

Listening to audiobooks when I do chores now I love cleaning♥ 3source record 2535

I put my clean socks and underwear IN the bathroom. now when I get out of the shower, they’re right there.♥ 3source record 2649

Dish gloves. Podcast. Headphones. Made me not hate dishes.♥ 2source record 3233

made a playlist of songs that I can't resist moving my body to, and then listen to it when I clean, drive, etc and it motivates me to want to dance.♥ 2source record 3356

Whenever I feel like I need to start eating cleaner/ healthier I watch “Tiffany Plate” videos and it makes me crave raw veggies♥ 2source record 3393

putting on a playlist of songs from highschool really does help boost feel good chemicals which helps me stay motivated to clean♥ 1source record 3459

I turn tasks I hate I to ones I look forward to, I hate folding and putting away laundry - but it's the only time I will put on YouTube crime docs so I'm reprogramming myself to enjoy it♥ 1source record 3779

When I get home from work, I do 30min of cleaning with music ("what needs to be taken care of?") before I allow myself to sit down and relax. Saves me 2,5 hours over the weekend ✌🏻♥ 1source record 4218

for younger kids who were school uniform, put the girls in pinafore dresses instead of trousers. it keeps the t-shirt cleaner for longer as paint and bean juice shows up and is a pain to get out♥ 0source record 4853

A good podcast to get the kitchen cleaned or dinner on. I end up wishing there was more to do because I’m so involved in it.♥ 0source record 5008

dish scrub in the shower. Just give it a quick wipe down when you shower. Cuts the amount of deep cleans the shower needs in half♥ 0source record 5175

Wearing my noise cancelling headphones when doing the dishes and bam I don't get frustrated anymore♥ 0source record 5270

I listen to audiobooks as I clean house or organize shelves and cupboards,yard work ect.. I get a lot done and so much more fun!♥ 0source record 5297

When I am unmotivated to workout I watch workout videos on YouTube and it works! Pure motivation♥ 0source record 5335

You know those videos that are like if your knees click then do this 10 times a day or if you want to tone your arms do these three things. Literally anytime I want to get back into my body if I’m procrastinating, in my head, scrolling too much, etc. I do whichever one of those come to mine first. Usually, it’s tossing my water bottle behind my back between my arms and not only does that help me stretch and open up my heart and my chest, but also gets me back into my body and gets me to drink water. Easiest way to bring a little joy in my day bc I end up laughing w/myself♥ 0source record 5349

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Permission to do it badly21 index entriesHalf-done beats none — perfectionism antidotes.

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Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Permission to do it badly

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Permission to do it badly

21 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Permission to do it badly

How commenters applied it: Half-done beats none — perfectionism antidotes.

What readers reported: mental health hack: if it's important, then it's important enough to do half assed. Can't clean the kitchen? Then do it half assed. Struggling with hygiene? Do it half assed. Because doing a good thing poorly is still better than not doing it at all.

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

Common approaches in the comments

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5 source recordsRecurring approach

Anything worth doing is worth doing poorly

Use the recurring phrase to permit an incomplete or imperfect version of a useful task.

Remove a step
Change the sentence

See 3 representative source examples

anything worth doing is worth doing badlysource record 623

Anything worth doing is worth doing poorly! Clean your room and do a bad job! Or a medium job! Do one load of laundry!source record 1774

“Anything worth doing is worth doing half assed” has gotten me to do a lot of things that I need to do but don’t want tosource record 2779

4 source recordsRecurring approach

Do it while scared, tired, or reluctant

Allow the uncomfortable feeling to remain while beginning the task anyway.

Change the sentence
Finish it in the same motion

See 3 representative source examples

“Do it scared”source record 102

"do it crying" has gotten a lot of stuff done in my house recentlysource record 107

Mine is, "do it tired, do it scared." Completely life changing for me. ❤️source record 108

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Choose done over perfect

Replace perfection as the finish condition with simple completion.

Remove a step
Change the sentence
Swap instead of subtract

See 2 representative source examples

Muttering, “it doesn’t need to be perfect, it just needs to get done” as I am initiating tasks. Takes me out of my perfectionistic task paralysis.source record 2026

“Done is better than perfect” gets me through overwhelming choressource record 2057

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Most engaged source

mental health hack: if it's important, then it's important enough to do half assed. Can't clean the kitchen? Then do it half assed. Struggling with hygiene? Do it half assed. Because doing a good thing poorly is still better than not doing it at all.

source record 491♥ 9,141

Later-arriving source

I've been really working on "if it is worth doing, it is worth doing badly"!

posted about 88 days after the source♥ 1

Zero-like source

To get better at something, you need to practice the mistake intentionally and repeatedly to be able to distinguish between the correct and incorrect.

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

What the counts show

Half-done beats none — perfectionism antidotes.

21index entries

21distinct source records

6%of parent category

0.4%of the complete index

18top-level comments

3replies

Browse the original comments21 preserved records · 21 of 21 source records accounted for

“Do it scared”♥ 9,689source record 102

"do it crying" has gotten a lot of stuff done in my house recently♥ 30source record 107

Mine is, "do it tired, do it scared." Completely life changing for me. ❤️♥ 18source record 108

I've been really working on "if it is worth doing, it is worth doing badly"!♥ 1source record 493

anything worth doing is worth doing badly♥ 5source record 623

Anything worth doing is worth doing poorly! Clean your room and do a bad job! Or a medium job! Do one load of laundry!♥ 2source record 1774

“It’s ok to not want to do something, and do it anyway”. Helps me when I’m in a depressive state.♥ 4source record 2012

Muttering, “it doesn’t need to be perfect, it just needs to get done” as I am initiating tasks. Takes me out of my perfectionistic task paralysis.♥ 4source record 2026

The saying “if it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing poorly” i have a tendency to just not start something if i don’t think i can do it perfectly. This saying always gets the ball rolling♥ 4source record 2048

“Done is better than perfect” gets me through overwhelming chores♥ 4source record 2057

“If its worth doing, it’s worth doing poorly” for motivation♥ 4source record 2102

Be afraid and do it anyway. I have a tattoo that says that!♥ 3source record 2552

“Anything worth doing is worth doing half assed” has gotten me to do a lot of things that I need to do but don’t want to♥ 2source record 2779

Read a study that fake plants indoors, and even pictures of plants, are still good for mental health and worth doing.♥ 2source record 3042

“Anything worth doing is worth doing poorly”. Coming from a hyper-critical family, this was news to me and helped so much.♥ 1source record 3843

I do all my skin and oral care right after dinner instead of right before bed. I’d always end up being so tired, I’d half-ass it. Especially flossing. 🫠 Now I get it all done early and bonus—I stopped bored-snacking in the evening because I didn’t want to brush my teeth again.♥ 0source record 4323

I've typed it a million times but it really does help me. 'anything worth doing is worth half arsing' at least some stuff gets half done but it's better than nothing.♥ 0source record 4370

Anything worth doing is worth doing poorly. Don’t have energy to clean the whole kitchen? Just load the dishwasher. Don’t have the energy to do a full shower. Don’t wash my hair, dry shampoo, bun.♥ 0source record 4675

You can do almost anything half-assed or less, especially if you’re the type of person who puts all your energy in each task. Half-assed is better than some-assed. Some-assed is better than no-assed. Forgive yourself for not always throwing everything you are into every task♥ 0source record 4848

To get better at something, you need to practice the mistake intentionally and repeatedly to be able to distinguish between the correct and incorrect.♥ 0source record 5032

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Falling asleep and waking up322 records · 7 sub-topicsGetting to sleep, staying asleep and getting up.

Tricks for drifting off160 index entriesAssorted ways commenters talk themselves to sleep.

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Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Tricks for drifting off

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Tricks for drifting off

160 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Tricks for drifting off

How commenters applied it: Assorted ways commenters talk themselves to sleep.

What readers reported: Mythbusters found that laying down with your eyes closed is scientifically more restful than being awake. people did better on an obstacles course vs completely sleep deprived.…

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

4 source recordsRecurring approach

Give attention to breathing

Use slow breathing, or the sound and sensation of each breath, as a single neutral focus.

Use a sensory reset
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When I’ve had my biggest difficulty falling asleep, I breathe medium-deep (like not crazy deep but not regular shallow) and force my brain to go, “We are only thinking about this breath. There’s that breath. There is goes, in and out. Hear it, hear it, only. That. Sound. Nope—nothing else. We’re not focusing on a single other thing.” Literally always works.source record 1973

Deep breathing before sleep, helps me relax. Like breathing in until your lungs ache and letting it out slowly and do it until you're tired.source record 3186

Listening to (focus on) myself breathe immediately puts me to sleep at night.source record 3411

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Run a slow eye-movement sequence

With eyes closed, slowly look through a repeated up-down and side-to-side sequence.

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when struggling to sleep, I do the eye pushup exercise...eyes closed, look up, down, side, side, around, around other way, cross...repeat...then 😴source record 3077

I heard here in a vid that if you move your eyes up, down, left, right, and around then it helps you fall asleep because that’s what your eyes do when you’re dreaming. I do that to try and fall asleep and it helps. It also just gives you something to concentrate on whilst your eyes are closed. Don’t do it super fast or slow.source record 3441

The eye movement pattern with your eyes closed to fall asleep. Look up and down, side to side, in a circle one way and then the opposite direction, and the look at your nose. Repeat until you fall asleep. Usually 2-3 times and Im gonesource record 4519

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Stop trying to force sleep

Treat quiet rest as enough for the moment so sleep is no longer a performance test.

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I tell myself “you don’t have to sleep, you just have to rest.”source record 277

Been having issues falling asleep lately. I tell myself “I don’t care if I fall asleep or not.” And guess what happens LOL.source record 2238

If I am lying in bed with the lights out and my eyes closed, it counts as sleep. That rule helped me stop worrying if I was sleeping and actually sleep well every nightsource record 2490

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Listen to a familiar gentle story

Play a familiar audiobook or quiet story that occupies attention without creating suspense.

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When I can’t sleep I listen to an audio book series that I am familiar with and it puts me right to sleep. Harry Potter on an audio book makes go out like a light. It’s like bringing a kid and having someone read you your favourite bedtime storysource record 1412

When my head is spinning and I can’t sleep, listening to a sleepy story (either on the calm app) or an old children’s classic from Libby helps me shut my mind off. Think Anne of Green Gable, Winnie the Pooh, Roald Dahl books, etc.source record 2516

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Write down the open loops

Move worries and next-day tasks into a note before bed so the brain does not have to rehearse them.

Move memory outside the brain
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I write whatever is in my head down before bed so I can sleep with a fresh mindsource record 1056

Brain vomit before bed. When my anxiety gets the best of me and I can’t sleep and my mind is going over a million things, I get up and write a note in my phone of all the things I need to do, or buy, or look into, etc. Then my brain feels like it accomplished something and I can’t sleep move on and go to sleep .source record 2134

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Mythbusters found that laying down with your eyes closed is scientifically more restful than being awake. people did better on an obstacles course vs completely sleep deprived. so if you can't sleep just closing your eyes and resting IS helpful and does "something".

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hot shower for emotional pain or anxiety, takes you out of that peak of the emotion you can even talk out loud if you feel like need to once i relaxed so much i fell asleep and stayed for 2 hrs in there

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taking a nap during the day foxed a lot of issues for me

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My husband used to feel this way. Then found out he had the severe sleep apnea.♥ 23source record 3

“Oop im asleep” sent me 😂😂♥ 2source record 10

you can also think to yourself, after you get comfortable (1) I am soooo comfy and cozy and happy, then (2) i trust my body to take it from here. repeat until asleep 😴♥ 0source record 15

This is how I got my dream job! They liked me so much in the interview that they didn’t care that I didn’t have experience.♥ 151source record 96

Before drifting off to sleep I tell myself “everything is always working out for me”. And it literally does. Everything.♥ 3,468source record 162

I tell myself “you don’t have to sleep, you just have to rest.”♥ 1source record 277

that’s why to this day my partner says “you need a mythbuster’s nap” (I have very chronic fatigue) - meaning I just need to lay down and rest for a while even if I don’t fall asleep. It also stopped me from beating myself up when I rest and don’t fully fall asleep, I’ll know I still recharged my battery 🥲♥ 1source record 278

When I stopped taking naps as a child, my mom told me that I didn’t have to sleep, but I always had to lay down and rest with everyone else until nap time was over. Now I know it’s because as a SAHM of 3, she desperately needed the naps lol. But from the age of 4 up until this day, I take regular “naps” that rarely actually consist of sleep, but rather just my laying there with my eyes closed for 20-30 minutes. It’s always restful and makes me more productive for the rest of the day.♥ 0source record 284

Whenever I’m anxious about something and can’t sleep. I just tell my myself that I will worry about it at a very specific time the next day like 2:52 PM. It never happens but it immediately gives myself permission to move on so I can sleep♥ 6,564source record 527

After a good nights sleep. May need to wait more than one night. Making a decision after sleep deprivation 😳♥ 7source record 673

Yes. Sometimes just sleeping on argument ends it.♥ 4source record 674

this is also a great way to get out of a pressured sales pitch. I tell them the truth which is I never make a big decision without sleeping on it. never. backs them right off♥ 0source record 676

"Let's sleep on it" 🤣♥ 0source record 678

Yes! This was a frequent argument w my ex. He was the “don’t go to bed angry” type & I was the “sleep on it & we (probably) won’t be angry in the morning” type.♥ 0source record 679

I say “sleep solves everything.” While not LITERALLY true, it hints at the concept you described.♥ 1source record 684

This is also what your supposed to do if your trying to go to sleep and your mind won’t stop. Just think “what will my next thought be”♥ 2source record 795

This works great for folks who can't shut their brain up to sleep.♥ 1source record 800

This works for me as well. It’s now become a trick in my home is one of us can’t sleep. The location change helps.♥ 6source record 841

Wearing sunglasses inside for an hour or two before bed. I used to take forever to fall asleep. Now I’m out like a light.♥ 53source record 950

Oil to remove sticky residue left behind from tags and stickers. Olive oil worked like a dream♥ 163source record 985

I write whatever is in my head down before bed so I can sleep with a fresh mind♥ 10source record 1056

If your trying to sleep on your back, sleep on the floor!♥ 6source record 1057

I quit caffeine when I had Covid and I haven’t gone back. I sleep better.♥ 0source record 1225

omg I do something similar for the same purpose - i go through the colours of the rainbow thinking of my favourite things that are each colour, naturally moving onto the next, until i fall asleep. in hopes that I have a good dream♥ 1source record 1253

Sleeping with my wrists flexed out instead of curled in to almost eliminate all my wrist/ finger numbness♥ 42source record 1330

Yes! Just be sure they’re not curled in, but I do try to bend back a little bit. I think even flattening really helps everything stretch while you sleep.♥ 2source record 1332

I read a thing once talking about humans like it was a researcher watching an animal “humans like to be cozy and they build nests to sleep in” “humans enjoy shiny things and decorate themselves and their homes with them” etc.♥ 4source record 1352

Every night Stephen Fry puts me to sleep 😂♥ 0source record 1413

I have a sleep mask that I got in amazon. It has flat head phones that Bluetooth to my phone♥ 3source record 1415

I got on Traditional Chinese Medicine tok somehow and I’ve been trying this for 2 days and I’m already sleeping better. 👀♥ 8source record 1527

Read something one about if you’re going trouble sleeping. Get up and do some light house work.♥ 4source record 1741

I recently started doing this! gmta. I start work at 6:00 so I really need that down time before I try to sleep♥ 0source record 1784

Hawaiian tropic tanning oil kills lice. You douse your hair in it wrap it in a towel and sleep in it. comb your hair out in the morning with a fine tooth comb and shampoo twice.♥ 5source record 1831

Get a good night's sleep. Doesn't fix all your problems but turns them down from 8s to 3s♥ 5source record 1928

Sleeping in 90 min intervals (aka 1 sleep cycle)! I feel so much more rested if I sleep 6 or 7.5 hours than if I sleep 7 or 8 hours.♥ 4source record 2045

sleeping♥ 4source record 2068

When anxiety hits: 1. I sleep ( a lot of people don’t believe it, but when I start panicking I close my eyes pretend I’m a sleep and I truly sleep) or 2. Inhale, and exhale while humming ( the longest exhale you can do)♥ 4source record 2211

Been having issues falling asleep lately. I tell myself “I don’t care if I fall asleep or not.” And guess what happens LOL.♥ 4source record 2238

My phone and I sleep in different rooms.♥ 4source record 2266

I got my dream job in social work and incorporated my start date into my password. So when I'm having tough days I'm reminded of how I felt on day one and why I chose this profession.♥ 4source record 2271

I created a day dream to fall asleep. I've been using it since I was in Iraq in 2005 and couldn't sleep. it's been the same exact scenario, down to the words and visuals. I used to get an hour into it, now I barely get 2 minutes before I'm out.♥ 4source record 2272

Omg if this works for me you will be my absolute hero! I get the worst wake you up from a deep sleep cramps in the weirdest places on my legs. The groin to knee ones and the back of the knee one are the worst.♥ 1source record 2321

Once it's after 10pm (or whenever I get in bed, whichever is sooner) I tell myself I have no responsibilities at all until morning, and I remind myself that as many times as I need to when I start worrying about getting this and that done. In the same vein, after 10pm I am not allowed to make any big decisions or declarations about my life, anything that keeps the night time "my life is horrible, everyone hates me" scaries away. I decided to start doing this back in middle school because I'd have panic attacks so severe that I couldn't sleep for days in a row and it was impacting my health, school work, and social life so badly. Now after so many years of committing to that thought process I can actually sleep and relax without worry probably 99% of the time, even with severe OCD!♥ 3source record 2350

One thing that really helped me as a mom is the phrase “everything is a phase”. Baby not sleeping? Ok it will pass. Toddler doing something adorable? Soak it in, it won’t last.♥ 3source record 2437

whenever i have a big decision, i have a rule that i sleep on it before making the final decision.♥ 3source record 2447

Going to bed earlier. More sleep makes absolutely everything in life better.♥ 3source record 2459

When I’m lying in bed finding it difficult to get up for the day I promise myself a nap later. I usually don’t take or need one but it helps at the time♥ 3source record 2477

If I am lying in bed with the lights out and my eyes closed, it counts as sleep. That rule helped me stop worrying if I was sleeping and actually sleep well every night♥ 3source record 2490

sleep.♥ 3source record 2492

the four letter word hack. think of a 4 letter word, then take the first letter of that word and think of all the 4 letter words it makes. once you can't think of any more, go to the next letter. I never make it to letter 3. I'm asleep. literally never fails me.♥ 3source record 2499

I was told once, if you can’t sleep….get up. Go sit in a quiet room, read a book and then go back to bed a while later. Always works for me instead of tossing & turning all night♥ 3source record 2514

Sounds weird but putting an onion on my daughters feet when she sleeps when she couldn’t stop coughing. It worked♥ 3source record 2627

I struggle with falling asleep and I saw something once that said if you change your body temperature really quickly it helps so I’ll take like either a super cold or hot shower and set the thermostat to the opposite and I pass right out♥ 3source record 2734

Reading every night before bed made my sleep 10000% better.♥ 2source record 2750

i used to get really stressed about being tired in the morning when i couldnt sleep making falling asleep even harder - but then i saw a myth busters episode that proved that even lying down with the intention to sleep - closing ur eyes rather than looking at ur phone or doing something else - improved ur level of tiredness in the morning. now i dont stress cuz i know if i just lay down it'll still make a difference♥ 2source record 2751

Cut back caffeine to sleep better. 🤣♥ 2source record 2769

Fasting after dinner to 10 am the next morning. Only drink water. 2-3 times a week. Gives me energy. So good for gut health. My body can work on healing while I sleep instead of processing food.♥ 2source record 2788

If I can’t get to sleep, I just pretend I’m dreaming, thinking of the weirdest dream thoughts and it puts me to sleep every time.♥ 2source record 2845

Leaving my phone outside my bedroom when I go to sleep. Literally fixed so many sleep problems within a week.♥ 2source record 2920

making my naps either 90 mins or 120 mins♥ 2source record 2967

If your arms fall asleep while laying down rock your head side to side and the feeling comes back.♥ 2source record 2971

I keep cooked steak tidbits on hand for sweet and carb cravings Extra protein Satiates and I sleep better♥ 2source record 2973

Daydreaming everyday about my future life and slowly incorporating little things that I know future me would be into.♥ 2source record 2977

Can't sleep? Eat cheese.♥ 2source record 2992

when struggling to sleep, I do the eye pushup exercise...eyes closed, look up, down, side, side, around, around other way, cross...repeat...then 😴♥ 2source record 3077

When Bashar said to reframe “depression” as “compression” and give yourself permission to go inward for answers… I don’t hate myself as much when I feel like I need to sleep and isolate. I come back renewed and with clarity.♥ 2source record 3096

I pavlov myself with essential oils and perfumes. Just pick a scent for a particular activity, person, time of day/season/year, and only wear it for those times. I use it to go to sleep, get into character, and even capture precious memories with people before I know I’ll lose them forever.♥ 2source record 3121

Navy naps! When I’m exhausted and didn’t sleep well I’ll set a timer, lay down for 7 mins with my feet up.♥ 2source record 3167

Deep breathing before sleep, helps me relax. Like breathing in until your lungs ache and letting it out slowly and do it until you're tired.♥ 2source record 3186

Pretending to sleep actually helps you fall asleep♥ 2source record 3188

Took a nap.♥ 2source record 3206

You don’t need surgery for carpel tunnel. Wear a splint on your wrist every night sleeping and hang from a bar(like a pull up bar or whatever works)once a day.♥ 2source record 3242

After a bad dream do a grounding exercise. Five things I can see, four things I can touch, three things I can hear, two things I can smell, one thing I can taste. After I can go back to restful sleep without fail.♥ 2source record 3312

When my minds busy and I need to fall asleep. Just start thinking of an item in the house - like “broom” then start thinking of other items for each letter of that word. B - blender, R - rug, O - ozone machine, etc. repeat. You’re letting your mind be busy without worrying and you’ll fall asleep.♥ 2source record 3361

Sleep.♥ 2source record 3394

Listening to (focus on) myself breathe immediately puts me to sleep at night.♥ 2source record 3411

sleep it off. whatever is feeling difficult, go to sleep.♥ 1source record 3440

Put vicks vapour rub on your feet before bed. Put socks on. It helps to stop coughing and also helps you sleep better.♥ 1source record 3443

4 7 8 breathing to calm or sleep♥ 1source record 3457

Sleeping 😂♥ 1source record 3473

Hot bath before bed. And throw in some Epson salt a couple times a week. I had no clue how much this was helping my health and sleep until I moved and didn’t have a bath. The second I moved again and went back to a bath. Everything changed I was able to sleep. I felt healthier and more energized, I had no idea. I also gargle and brush my teeth in the tub as part of an everything clean, and I was so helpful too I think. Really gets a lot of mucus out.♥ 1source record 3496

Taking a nap when I’m stressed.♥ 1source record 3579

always always sleep after you learn, (or do something that rests your brain like taking a walk if you can't sleep), it consolidates what you have learned and transfers things to long term memory♥ 1source record 3586

When you can't get your mind to stop thinking of things to do or work problems when you're trying to sleep, think of random, unrelated things... butterfly, watermelon, chair, hockey stick, cardboard box, etc... avoid related items (chair, table, place mat, silverware). It helps me shut my mind down quickly and I can sleep.♥ 1source record 3615

I fall asleep and POOF all my problems are gone.♥ 1source record 3636

If you have a bad cough .. like that dry annoying cough and can’t sleep. Eat Marshmallows, especially the like large ones. One or 2 like 30 mins before bed coat the throat and has always helped my family and friends have some relief♥ 1source record 3648

If I’m tired, there’s a reason for it. Take the nap.♥ 1source record 3742

i couldn’t sleep for a few reasons, but mostly due to adhd. this fixed it. specifically this. other ones don’t work. i turn it on and go to bed. voices get silenced♥ 1source record 3745

Bouncing, sleeping♥ 1source record 3754

When restless leg syndrome wakes me up I soak my feet in very warm water for a few minutes and that makes it stop & I can resume sleeping. This works for me. Not based on study of which I am aware.♥ 1source record 3788

straightening my hands before trying to fall asleep. keeping them balled up makes it harder apparently, started doing in 2011 and I almost always fall asleep as soon as I release that tension. Some kid that worked with me told me about it and I always do it now 🤣 it really works!♥ 1source record 3800

trying to stay awake helps you fall asleep♥ 1source record 3940

Also, humming and focusing on making a deep rumble sound in your chest while rocking a baby will help them settle and fall asleep quickly.♥ 0source record 3953

When I have super busy days at work (like over 14,000 steps kind of days) I typically get restless legs! I saw a TT that if you tie a sock or something around your ankle(s) your legs won’t be restless! I tried it last night and it either worked well or I was too dang tired to know if I kicked in my sleep all night!♥ 1source record 4010

Tried the humming and it was exhausting. My cat kept looking at me weird. And now Im hungry and sleepy. Wonder what it did to me 🤣♥ 1source record 4091

Raising the muscles of your soft palate while breathing in through your nose, increases amount of breath in and those muscles are important for a lot of reasons! (Sleep quality being a big one)♥ 1source record 4101

sleep !!!♥ 1source record 4118

You actually have to walk every day to be healthy and have better mental health 😩 I hate to say this. I resisted this fact for 30 years. I'm lazy, don't like cool weather or bot weather and didn't want it to work. It worked. You don't have to "exercise" or walk a marathon, just 15 min with your face jn the sun. I'm thinner, healthier, less anxious, less sleepy. Even when i'm telling myself it's ok don't go today, after I go i feel a little better. I go at stupid times to like around my office at 5:00pm letting traffic clear up a bit before heading home, or during a coffee break 😂♥ 1source record 4181

taking a nap♥ 1source record 4220

Taking strong, slow breaths in and out through my nose to fall asleep. I’m talking deep, deep breaths the feel almost too aggressive. My body started doing this naturally and it puts me to sleep so fast♥ 1source record 4233

floor sleeping. I, and pretty much everyone else who tried it (for real), will never sleep in a bed again. The healthiest fittest body feeling 24/7. every nerve, bone, muscle is where it belongs. stiff shoulder and other things magically gone. no exercise, no pills, no doctors, no creams, just sleeping on the floor. ridiculously simple life cam be...♥ 0source record 4268

Holding my breath with my sinus get inflamed it usually happens before I go to sleep it stops the swelling♥ 0source record 4349

If my nose is full of snot, then which ever nostril is blocked I lay on my side so it is on “top” if that makes sense. So if the left side is blocked im laying on my right side, then after a few minutes it unblocks. So I more of less rotate throughout the day when I’m laying at home sick, so I only have to use nasal spray in the evening when I what to sleep of if my nose is completely blocked.♥ 0source record 4411

I have read a few times over the years that your brain simply believes what you tell it, so if I am struggling to fall asleep I will eventually say out loud, with confidence "I'm going to sleep now!" within 3-10min I'm asleep.♥ 0source record 4457

3 years itching excema solved through sleeping on an earthing sheet 😋♥ 0source record 4476

I have a folder of hilarious tik tok videos. When i cant sleep cuz of super anxious thought i watch those video, laugh my butt off and then i feel better!♥ 0source record 4512

Freaking meditation. Meditating 5-10 mins before I go to sleep rewired my nervous system and changed my freaking life.♥ 0source record 4515

Yeah! Me and my baby right now is having clogged noses, i hum and its gone. And he likes to lay on my chest, he can sleep better because maybe i hum, it clears his nose too. This is nice info♥ 0source record 4554

Place bed facing east. Best sleep, ever♥ 0source record 4567

When my foot or hand falls asleep, I learned to sit up and tilt my neck left and right. Gets blood flowing fast. Pins n needles go away faster.♥ 0source record 4595

When stress is keeping you up at night, ask yourself if there is anything you can you could do at that very instant to make the issue better. If there isn’t anything you can do in the moment, then let it go and go to sleep. It’s helped me a lot♥ 0source record 4597

Whenever I am having trouble to sleep I focus on relaxing every muscle in my body. Starting with my toes and focusing on each body part until I get to my face, jaw, eyelids and forehead. When everything is relaxed and I’m focused on feeling my body it makes me sleep in just a few minutes♥ 0source record 4625

Im not sure if this counts but I put a bar of Irish spring soap under my fitted sheet by my feet. Talk about a game changer. bye bye restless leg when trying to sleep!♥ 0source record 4653

Taking a nap. Best thing ever♥ 0source record 4725

I fall asleep very easily saying prayers♥ 0source record 4813

To control anxiety I massage with the indicator and third finger the front and back of the ear on both ears. Anxiety is gone! You want to fall asleep fast? Take two consecutive quick inhales and one sliw exhale.Do it two or three times and immediately you will start yawning.♥ 0source record 4838

When you can’t fall asleep take a “thought walk” , in your mind “walk” thru a childhood home, your grandparents house, a golf course, try to look at everything around you. It’s really amazing how fast you fall asleep trying to focus on it.♥ 0source record 4865

If I have a lot of tasks to do - I go to sleep instead 😁 hope this helps♥ 0source record 4870

one night maybe 2 weeks ago.. I noticed I'm not in a competition to sleep.. there's enough sleep and rest for everyone.. it's readily available for me.. I can rest and sleep.. I have a sleeping problem..♥ 0source record 4874

I do this every night now but it started when I couldn’t stop stewing about something and it kept me awake for hours- i listen to howling wind, storms or solfeggio sleep playlists. It’s not that i struggle to sleep but when I’m overthinking and ruminating rather than sleeping i find it helps a lot because I guess it gives me something else to focus on♥ 0source record 4881

One day I had an icky throat and my cat took a nap with me. He lied down next to my shoulder and head and started purring. Somehow the slime was completely gone after that.♥ 0source record 4913

mine is when I start to get a bad migraine I put my feet in hot hot water as long as I can. Yes just my feet. Then go take a nap in a cold dark room.♥ 0source record 4920

My bed is for sleeping. If I can't fall asleep I get up and clean something. Usually only takes a short time then I'm exhausted and dying to get to sleep.♥ 0source record 4930

Do it messy. Life is messy so embrace it. Going out but getting less sleep for work the next day it’s ok cause I’m spending time with ppl I love and this happens once every few months. Plus there will come a time where we won’t be going out like this so do it messy and let urself enjoy life! Everything will be okay!♥ 0source record 4953

I have a room spray I spray over my bed right before I go to sleep. Since smells are so closely tied to memory, now I associate that smell with bedtime and it immediately gets me into a headspace for sleeping.♥ 0source record 4958

Sleeping w a scarf tied around the girls. Enough support to keep them out of my armpits but not a bra♥ 0source record 4968

If I’m worried about something right when I go to bed, I’ll go through scenarios of the worst possible thing that could happen if I can’t fix the issue or can’t find the object. I usually realize it’s not that serious and I can calmly fall asleep♥ 0source record 4973

Sleep♥ 0source record 4995

Unclenching jaw when I’m in bed ready to sleep. I used to lie awake for ages not being able to put my finger on why I couldn’t get comfortable in bed. Now, I fall to sleep in minutes after unclenching my jaw 🤯♥ 0source record 5037

I watched a TedX Talk about the correct way to tie your shoes and I adopted that method and have done it ever since. Also the eye movement thing when I can't fall asleep, as seen on here.♥ 0source record 5065

Taking protein powder at night to help me sleep better♥ 0source record 5091

sleep♥ 0source record 5159

Take prenatal vitamins at bedtime. You skip the nausea.♥ 0source record 5160

Sleep!♥ 0source record 5161

taking a nap during the day foxed a lot of issues for me♥ 0source record 5164

Sleeping on your left side if you’re nauseous/unwell.♥ 0source record 5184

Body scanning to get to sleep. Starting at the top of your head and going down your body, relax every muscle going all the way down to your toes. While you relax, feel your body getting heavier. I swear by this!!♥ 0source record 5217

exercise, mentally I feel better, im having great sleep♥ 0source record 5234

Sleep♥ 0source record 5243

I sleep in my running clothes. One less obstacle in the morning.♥ 0source record 5279

I listen to sleep music on the "Insight Timer" app and that helps me fall asleep. It makes my 4 year old pass out in minutes! 🤣♥ 0source record 5292

four or five press ups will cure a stuffed up nose. then you can sleep.♥ 0source record 5324

kinesiotaping my nose like for snoring, it helps me feel less exhausted in the morning and sleep better, and I don't need 13 hrs of sleep to feel alive anymore♥ 0source record 5327

✨Got rid of foot pain by simply not pointing my feet when sleeping.♥ 0source record 5353

trust your gut. I make important decisions and I often will focus on my gut. if I need more input I'll sleep on it. I spend alot of my work day sitting quietly focusing on my gut.♥ 0source record 5364

The closed eye rolling technique at night and I swear within 15 mins I’m out like a light!♥ 0source record 5374

I started applying a strip of kinetic tape between eyes. Anchor it at bridge of nose lift tape up slightly then stick the rest down to middle forehead. This took away a wrinkle and frown ridges while I sleep♥ 0source record 5414

making my bed. it takes the bedroom from "sleep" mode to "doing life" mode. I do a lot of my work and my hobbies in my room and I have no desk or anything. so making sure the second I'm up the bed is made means I can't crawl back into it♥ 0source record 5431

For me, it's the ice pack. It is great for cooling down your frontal lobe before going to sleep, and it's also effective for neck and back pain, skin firming, feet pain, arthritis pain, and much more! Such an incredibly simple remedy that can be use for so many applications.♥ 0source record 5435

Warming my feet for falling asleep. I realized having cold feet meant I couldn’t fall asleep, so now I simply warm them and fall asleep quickly.♥ 0source record 5436

supposedly if you gargle until your eye starts to water it will help you sleep♥ 0source record 5440

sleeping a lot♥ 0source record 5448

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Limit: a lesson in knowing myself. Before I start any new endeavor I remind myself that I will probably wake up each day with a hundred reasons why it cannot happen or why it will not work. I know those thoughts will show up, so I choose to "do it anyway".…

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a lesson in knowing myself. Before I start any new endeavor I remind myself that I will probably wake up each day with a hundred reasons why it cannot happen or why it will not work. I know those thoughts will show up, so I choose to "do it anyway". This removes any escape route or wiggle room for me, and it keeps me committed to the decision I have already made

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Use a short burst of jumping

Start the morning with a small fixed number of jumps or hops to create immediate movement.

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Jumping 50 times in the morning when I first wake up. I was getting migraines 8 to 10 times per month and then I started jumping every day, just 50, tiny little jumps. I’ve been doing it for about six weeks and I’ve only had one headache in that amount of time. I don’t know if there are any studies but I’m sold.source record 1139

I’ve been bouncing 50 times every morning after waking up and it’s really really helped me!source record 1793

I Jump like 25x or more when I wake up to send oxygen to brainsource record 3982

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Drink water as the first action

Keep water ready and drink it immediately when the alarm sounds or on waking.

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Keeping cold water by your bed and when your alarm goes off immediately drink some. Helps you not hit snooze and get up right away.source record 784

Every morning upon waking, I can’t leave my bedside until I have: 1) consumed the full glass of water at my bedside, and 2) make the bed. The water will get your metabolism going, lymph and brain activation.source record 1469

Wake up. Drink big glass of water. Take 10 minute walk before doing anything else. Wakes me up better than any amount of caffeine.source record 2634

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Make standing up the rule

Use a no-negotiation rule to get upright before dozing or bargaining starts.

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Getting up as soon as I wake up. SOOO much easier than laying there or dozing back off.source record 3292

When my alarm goes off in the morning I get up right away. I start my day with much more energy, it's a game changer. I give myself only few seconds and up I go.source record 5026

Keeping cold water by your bed and when your alarm goes off immediately drink some. Helps you not hit snooze and get up right away.source record 784

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Use light as the wake-up cue

Pair waking with daylight or a scheduled light that brightens the room.

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I have a light that turns on at the same time my alarm goes off in the morning- it makes waking up easier, especially in the wintersource record 2642

Getting up and into the sunlight within 10 minutes of waking up. It fixed 35 plus years of constant low grade exhaustion within a week. I was pissed it took me so long to find.source record 2910

i got LED lights that you can set to slowly dim until they fully turn off 10-15 minutes later. when i’m up late doomscrolling it helps give me a concrete time limit and it helps my brain naturally acclimatise to sleep time! you can also set it to slowly turn on / get brighter at a set time each morning to help you wake up more gently and feel more awake! they’re greatsource record 4375

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Put the alarm across the room

Place the alarm far enough away that switching it off requires standing up.

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When I have an exam the following morning. I set my alarm and leave my phone on the opposite side of my bedroom. So when it alarm goes off, I physically have to get up and by that wakes me up.source record 2129

Put an alarm clock on the other side of my bedroom so I have to get up in the morning to turn it off. No more snoozing my alarms for way too long and getting up way too late.source record 4830

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I took every single item of clothing that didn’t fit me anymore out of my cupboards and drawers and either donated them or put them in storage. Nothing depressed me more than spending 1/2 an hour a day, first thing in the morning, failing to find something to wear that fit me anymore. Now I wake up and choose whatever I want to wear straight away.

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Jumping 50 times diring the first 15 min of waking up, feels so gut in your spine!

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That’s what I say to force myself out of bed in the morning (after hitting snooze once, of course lol)♥ 1source record 204

i learnt this a few years ago and it seriously changed my life. no more panic attacks when im trying to sleep or constant calculating how much sleep i can before my alarm sounds. just resting your eyes has enormous benefits!!!♥ 7source record 275

I changed my alarm name to God's Got You affirmation. so every morning when I wake up to switch of my alarm that's why it says♥ 0source record 340

yes, and if I wake up feeling the same I know for a fact my feelings are true♥ 0source record 680

I think don’t go to bed Angry is stupid advice. Go to bed angry, go to bed sad. Most of the time when you wake up, you won’t be angry or sad.♥ 8source record 681

Keeping cold water by your bed and when your alarm goes off immediately drink some. Helps you not hit snooze and get up right away.♥ 7source record 784

To get moving on a chore day/weekend, when I first wake up I get my laundry started and run the dishwasher. My brain hears things running in the background and easily shifts into chore mode. “Oh, we must be working now!”♥ 5source record 981

Tired this but usually wake up a totally different person who will NOT want to wear what yesterday’s me chose!♥ 6source record 996

My wake up alarm sound is a tranquil rainforest as I think the horrendous beeping sound is a violent way to wake up.♥ 73source record 1051

And if you wake up wrong your day feels wrong♥ 2source record 1053

Before I got to bed I say “I will wake up at 5:30 (or whatever time)” like 15-20 times n then i just DO. Everytime without fail. I’ve even added things lik “I will wake up at 5:30 my body knows to wake up at 5:30. I will wake up at 5:30 and feel refreshed” etc♥ 52source record 1088

I bought 7 pairs of the same shirts, shorts, and socks for the gym. Then when I wake up, choosing what to wear is one less excuse. It’s the same every day.♥ 2source record 1112

I’ve done this on days when I wake up feeling a headache coming on. This along with some pushups and sit ups. It just seems like my blood gets moving and turns my headache around. It’s been great!!♥ 2source record 1144

Use 2 alarms to wake up with different sounds, snooze or sleep through the first one, but when that second one comes on you have to get up. It works!♥ 52source record 1501

Happy people make a conscious choice to chose happiness, changed my whole brain chemistry hearing that simple statement , I wake up in the morning and think everyday ‘today is going to be a happy day’.♥ 7source record 1618

probably why I don't really ever have congestion. humming is my stim and I do it 90% of my waking day without even thinking about it lol♥ 8source record 1653

I’ve been bouncing 50 times every morning after waking up and it’s really really helped me!♥ 5source record 1793

My sinuses are trash and I regularly get infections. I have one now even if urgent care didn’t believe me. How did humming for 5 minutes last night make it so I didn’t wake up coughing? Humming in the car this morning cleared out the sore throat I have?? What even? The best part is humming activates the vagus nerve so it’s super relaxing. BEST CONTENT EVER.♥ 5source record 1869

Wake up early♥ 5source record 1922

knee pillow. would always wake up with hip pain from side sleeping. couldn’t train myself to not sleep on my side. invested in a cooling knee pillow. changed my life 😂♥ 5source record 1937

Both from TikTok’s: 1. Jump 50 times in the morning to help wake up & feel normal; 2. Slow blink, hold gaze far right 30 secs, far left 30 secs, to reset nervous system♥ 5source record 1961

Belly breathing for any pelvic or abdominal pain. Add an ice cube when you reheat rice in the microwave. A shot of lemon juice to stop a panic attack. Only buy one color and type of sock. Open both ends of a can of pumpkin and push it all out in one go. Put a wad of tp between your top lip and your gums to stop a nose bleed. Microwave a mug of water and hold it against a fresh mosquito bite to get it to go away. Pain patches work great on bug bites. A hot shower can help you go to sleep and a cold shower can help you wake up. Ok, that’s all I’ve got off the top of my hea.♥ 5source record 1982

I have a deviated septum and was a mouth breather while I slept. I bought a nasal dilator and tape my mouth shut and I wake up SO well rested!♥ 4source record 2118

When I have an exam the following morning. I set my alarm and leave my phone on the opposite side of my bedroom. So when it alarm goes off, I physically have to get up and by that wakes me up.♥ 4source record 2129

Oh let’s see my morning alarm says “I love you!” Instead of alarm. It’s nice if you snooze especially so start day off right 😊 Humming is so regulating.♥ 4source record 2175

if you work from home, still have a routine you follow in the morning to replace the "commute" time. get up, go for a walk, have your breakfast, etc. let yourself wake up before logging on. just because you can roll out of bed and login doesnt mean you should.♥ 4source record 2241

Planter fasciitis. Had pain over one year tried all the methods therapies and nothing worked. Went out one night put on my high boots for a night of dancing woke up the next morning and it resolved anytime. I feel it coming on. I put my boots on and it goes away.♥ 3source record 2368

When I'm trying to sleep & overthinking, I put those thoughts into a lamp post. It'll be there when I wake up but I normally have moved on. new day, new mood.♥ 3source record 2455

If you have trouble falling asleep, just take note of what position you wake up in. That is the position you’re most comfortable in, so you should go to sleep in that position♥ 3source record 2613

Make coffee at night/ set coffee maker. Every morning I wake up to the smell of coffee and feel happy to start my day!♥ 3source record 2623

Wake up. Drink big glass of water. Take 10 minute walk before doing anything else. Wakes me up better than any amount of caffeine.♥ 3source record 2634

I have a light that turns on at the same time my alarm goes off in the morning- it makes waking up easier, especially in the winter♥ 3source record 2642

I changed the words “have to” to “get to”. For example saying to myself when I wake up “I get to go to work” instead of “I have up go to wirk” set my mind on being grateful instead of unhappy♥ 3source record 2695

when brushing my teeth morning and night I splash my face with cold water. we have a well so the water is really cold and it's amazing that the same thing can wake me up and help me fall asleep♥ 0source record 2735

When I am waking in the morning I tell myself you are happy and amazing ✌♥ 2source record 2782

Not a way to prevent it, but when you start waking up from a Charly horse, immediately plant your foot against your wall at a 90° angle. Straight leg. Lower they knee. Also your dresser or whatever furniture near you. You're still half asleep and just need to know to quickly press against a solid wall surface. The cramping will immediate stop. you'll still be sore from it cramping up to the point, but the pain you recover from will be small, and you won't be walking in pain from the cramp all day.♥ 2source record 2813

Getting up and into the sunlight within 10 minutes of waking up. It fixed 35 plus years of constant low grade exhaustion within a week. I was pissed it took me so long to find.♥ 2source record 2910

Mae your bed in the morning after you wake up.♥ 2source record 2917

prepping my coffee the night before is like a gift I give my future self. I set it to brew 15 mins before my alarm goes off so I wake up to the smell of fresh coffee 🥰♥ 2source record 3259

Getting up as soon as I wake up. SOOO much easier than laying there or dozing back off.♥ 2source record 3292

I stopped getting in my own way. It was simple. It was a decision in my brain to not do that. I wake up and I say ‘I sieze the day’ ‘I snatch it, and will not let it go.’♥ 2source record 3340

Take a nap!!! Angry? Take a nap. Anxious? Take a nap. Sad? Nap! Stressed? You guessed it, nap! I have never gone to sleep angry and woke up more angry. 🤷🏼‍♀️♥ 1source record 3466

drinking water when I wake up and gargling warm salt water♥ 1source record 3477

I drink a homemade electrolyte drink every morning right when I wake up. 7oz water 1oz fresh squeezed lemon juice 1 tsp local honey 1/4 tsp iodized salt 1/8 tsp potassium (I use no salt alternative) Warm it in the microwave for 1 minute and wait 15 minutes until you eat breakfast. It's a blend of info from a Navy Seal and elements from TCM (Chinese Traditional Medicine)♥ 1source record 3507

a hand in a cup of hot Epsom salt water for 10 minutes will make you sleepy without waking up early.♥ 1source record 3525

If I tell my self “I will wake up at x time in the morning” before I go to sleep I always wake up at that time♥ 1source record 3639

I need to wake up to a tidy kitchen. But I’m exhausted sometimes. I put on the timer for 5 minutes and tell myself I can stop when it goes off. I often race the timer and wind up energizing myself.♥ 1source record 3704

I need one for help waking up - I feel like I got hit with a truck every morning.♥ 1source record 3732

When I'm really tired and can't really wake up, I play some music that I know all the words to. I saw a blurb in Seventeen magazine that said something about singing and how it brings more oxygen in to your body and it will help you wake up. Works really well when you have to drive and you're tired too.♥ 1source record 3749

I tried for 5 minutes, passed out after 30secs, couldn't breathe,but yes, it did the trick, after waking up I was a new person♥ 1source record 3764

PISS ALARM 🚨 if you wake up often just before your alarm having to pee, it ruins the rest of your bit of sleep and personally RUINS my day. so if i have to get up at 6am, ill set and alarm for like 3-4am, that way if i have to pee i can still get a good sleep cycle or two in before having to get up, and if i don’t have to pee i get to see the HOURS left i have to sleep, and it makes that remaining sleep even LOVELIER 😂♥️♥ 1source record 3821

I Jump like 25x or more when I wake up to send oxygen to brain♥ 1source record 3982

If you get anxiety wjen you're trying to sleep or you wake up feeling anxiety something that really helped me is deep muscle relaxation. Pick a deep muscle relaxation video on youtube that is at least 20 min long and put it on in bed before you want to sleep. I do it every night and my sleeping has gotten so much better I no longer wake up feeling anxious and fall asleep much quicker or sometimes even during♥ 1source record 4055

Found this on tt, If you get hiccups then tell your self your not a fish. Imagine yourself waking around and repeat I'm not a fish. 100% success rate.♥ 0source record 4379

When the time changes (the daylight savings yuck) I keep myself from constantly thinking “yesterday it would have been 10 instead of 9” and I just treat it like any other day when you wake up tired but still have to survive the hours. It makes it bearable when getting through a workday. It makes it easier to get through until it starts getting dark at 4pm. lol I’ve worked all shifts and have gotten stuck working the shift where you work and see 1am twice. It’s just another exhausting day- where the time went slow!♥ 0source record 4465

Using the delay wash button on my washer. I can put in a load and delay the cycle for either before I wake up or before I get home from work.♥ 0source record 4516

Simple but works for me, I’m terrible in a morning takes me 3 hours to wake up. So to help I wash my face with freezing cold water and it perks me up♥ 0source record 4638

No screens in the hour before bed and the hour after waking. I’m overall a more happy and productive well rested person.♥ 0source record 4790

Put an alarm clock on the other side of my bedroom so I have to get up in the morning to turn it off. No more snoozing my alarms for way too long and getting up way too late.♥ 0source record 4830

50 hops in the morning so my cotisol doesn’t spike as soon as I wake up and gets my lymphatic system working♥ 0source record 4955

When my alarm goes off in the morning I get up right away. I start my day with much more energy, it's a game changer. I give myself only few seconds and up I go.♥ 0source record 5026

Jumping 50 times diring the first 15 min of waking up, feels so gut in your spine!♥ 0source record 5124

sleeping in a modified version of the recovery position. Used to wake up with tension headaches from ending up in a weird position in my sleep and this has helped that significantly.♥ 0source record 5178

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Sleep setup, positions and gear28 index entriesPillows, socks, cold rooms and pre-bed rituals.

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Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Sleep setup, positions and gear

How commenters applied it: Pillows, socks, cold rooms and pre-bed rituals.

What readers reported: Blinking can help you fall asleep faster. Breathe in with your eyes open and close them when you breathe out. Make sure the room is as dark as possible or use a curved eye mask.

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

◐ Mixed evidenceEvidence is mixed: Magnesium is essential and correcting a deficiency can matter, but evidence that magnesium glycinate reliably increases deep sleep is limited. Supplements can also cause side effects or interact with medicines. Sources: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements — magnesium

⚠ Safety contextSafety context: Blanket safety and treatment claims are not supported. Needs and risks depend on age, health conditions, kidney function, total intake and medications; supplements should not be assumed to treat depression, anxiety or insomnia without clinical guidance. Sources: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements — magnesium · NIH Office of Dietary Supplements — vitamin D

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Use a pre-bed supplement routine

Commenters repeatedly described magnesium, glycine or L-theanine as part of a bedtime routine; individual effects and risks vary.

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Magnesium Glycinate every night before bed. Relaxes your muscles to help you fall asleep faster and get more deep sleepsource record 1435

Life changer for me too. I wear an Oura ring and on the nights I don’t take my magnesium glycinate. I get a lot less deep sleep!source record 1438

Glycine 3000mg also helps a lot with sleep. You can put the powder from the capsules in herbal decaf tea before bed and it lightly sweetens it too. It lowers your core body temp slightly and calms your brain and complements magnesium glycinate really well. L-theanine 200mg before bed also helps calm the mind. All three are my nightly pre-bed stack and it works really well.source record 1439

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Turn setup into a ritual

Use a repeatable sequence of small setup actions to signal that rest is beginning.

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Bed time routine?? No bedtime spells. Bed time rituals. I’m trying to curate the magic of sleep. clean glossy teeth, incense stick, pillows organized and only one light in the housesource record 2353

I have a whole ritual for a power nap: I lay on my bed in a different orientation and position than I sleep in at night, then set a timer for 12 minutes and close my eyes. I drop off immediately and that 12 minutes is all I need to feel refreshed and able to focus again.source record 3213

I saw someone say that if you blink rapidly for a minute (or as long as you can handle) you will get sleepy and immediately fall asleep. So far this has worked and I made it my nightly routinesource record 3463

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Block ambient light

Darken the room or use an eye mask to remove visual stimulation.

Change the environment
Use a sensory reset

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Blinking can help you fall asleep faster. Breathe in with your eyes open and close them when you breathe out. Make sure the room is as dark as possible or use a curved eye mask.source record 1345

Sleeping with an eye mask massively improved my sleepsource record 3856

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Use mouth tape

A small cluster described mouth taping as sleep gear; this warrants safety context rather than blanket endorsement.

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Mouth tapesource record 2685

Mouth taping!!! For quality sleep and double chinsource record 2822

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Blinking can help you fall asleep faster. Breathe in with your eyes open and close them when you breathe out. Make sure the room is as dark as possible or use a curved eye mask.

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it gives me crazy dreams if I take magnesium before bed 🥺

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Life changer for me too. I wear an Oura ring and on the nights I don’t take my magnesium glycinate. I get a lot less deep sleep!

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Pillows, socks, cold rooms and pre-bed rituals.

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Blinking can help you fall asleep faster. Breathe in with your eyes open and close them when you breathe out. Make sure the room is as dark as possible or use a curved eye mask.♥ 63source record 1345

Magnesium Glycinate every night before bed. Relaxes your muscles to help you fall asleep faster and get more deep sleep♥ 44source record 1435↑ Open the fact-check

it gives me crazy dreams if I take magnesium before bed 🥺♥ 1source record 1436

Life changer for me too. I wear an Oura ring and on the nights I don’t take my magnesium glycinate. I get a lot less deep sleep!♥ 0source record 1438

I started listening to audiobooks I’ve already read using ear buds to help me fall asleep. No melatonin, no sleep meds, no tossing and turning. Years of sleeplessness cured. I’m asleep before 5 minutes goes by. My anxiety was what kept me from falling asleep, this way I just focus on the book, and I don’t think about anything else. I do books I’ve already read so I don’t try to stay awake to hear what happens…I already know.♥ 8source record 1601

Over the counter dental night guard. Changed everything. Fewer headaches, better sleep. Better sleep led to better days. Better rest = fewer colds, fewer migraines, more productivity, more present with family. Like, I’d been to doctors, been on meds for headaches, so many missed days of work for migraines, tried so many things,nothing really worked. $20 for a drug store night guard and my whole life improved.♥ 4source record 1747

Scalding hot water soaked wash cloth wring it out and immediately slap on your face then cover with hand towel and then bath towel (traps the heat and moisture from loss) for the sinus or tension headache thing. And then for migraine/tension headache stomach sleeping with jaw kinda open and mouth breathing while under cooling blanket and fan. 🤷‍♀️♥ 4source record 1754

This is cliche but making my bed every day. I have ADHD and had trouble cleaning for most of my life. Even if it's only smoothing out the comforter and putting just the sleep pillows in place, it makes me keep the rest of my room cleaner because it feels like most of the work is done. And it takes less than a minute.♥ 4source record 1757

Magnesium Glycinate at bedtime greatly improved my regular headaches♥ 4source record 2022

When I’m cleaning the house I start by just throwing everything into whatever room it goes in, then tackle rooms individually. Also if my mind is racing trying to sleep I lightly scratch my pillow beside my ear and just focus on the noise it’s making.♥ 4source record 2091

b flat is a crazy note. ask a baby who falls asleep to an exhaust fan. keep humming!♥ 4source record 2128

Bed time routine?? No bedtime spells. Bed time rituals. I’m trying to curate the magic of sleep. clean glossy teeth, incense stick, pillows organized and only one light in the house♥ 3source record 2353

CPAP MACHINE!!! get a sleep study everyone! my life is amazing now!♥ 3source record 2357

Magnesium glycinate for sleep and ozone to fix any viruses♥ 3source record 2398

Mouth tape♥ 3source record 2685

Mouth taping!!! For quality sleep and double chin♥ 2source record 2822

Nobody will read this most likely..BUT metamucil is amazing. Terrible digestion and gut? Yep. Curve cravings? Yep. Relieve anxiety when mixed with magnesium? Yep help heart health? Yep. Can’t sleep? Yep. The fullness helps you sleep.♥ 2source record 3115

When I can't sleep, I lie on my side, link my pinky fingers and place them under my cheek/pillow, and I always fall asleep♥ 2source record 3260

I saw someone say that if you blink rapidly for a minute (or as long as you can handle) you will get sleepy and immediately fall asleep. So far this has worked and I made it my nightly routine♥ 1source record 3463

2000iu of vitamin d3 a day, 200mg of magnesium glycinate, 600dfe of methylfolate and 500mcg of methyl b12 helped so much with my depression, anxiety and sleep. It's really common to be deficient in all of these and the doses are in completely safe ranges for ongoing use♥ 1source record 3581↑ Open the fact-check

Weight blanket changed the way REM sleep feels.♥ 1source record 3631

Sleeping with an eye mask massively improved my sleep♥ 1source record 3856

Changing my sleep position fixed my hip pain. Now anytime my hip starts hurting I know I’ve slipped back into a bad sleep position♥ 0source record 4344

melatonin♥ 0source record 4654

Magnesium theronate for better sleep♥ 0source record 5232

Bay leaf tea.....amazing and helps with sleep and pain ginger powder and Chilli for sinus and pain Meat only diet and lemon water...no more body pain♥ 0source record 5421

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Taking the pressure off insomnia28 index entries“I might be asleep” — dropping the fight with wakefulness.

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Taking the pressure off insomnia

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Use when: Taking the pressure off insomnia

How commenters applied it: “I might be asleep” — dropping the fight with wakefulness.

What readers reported: I heard about a study that said that many people who are in stage 1 sleep think that they’re awake - this has helped SO MUCH with insomnia. Takes the pressure off. Now I just lie there, thinking “I might be asleep,” and then oop - I’m asleep

Limit: Actually my watch will register as lying very still as light sleep so that doesn't work for me 😅 Instead I say to myself to enjoy the warmth and coziness even if I don't sleep.

✓ Supported, with contextWhat the evidence says: Sleep-state misperception is documented: some people with insomnia underestimate their sleep or perceive sleep as wake. The evidence does not establish that everyone in stage N1 will feel awake, or that this thought by itself treats insomnia. Sources: PubMed — review of sleep misperception in insomnia

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Actually my watch will register as lying very still as light sleep so that doesn't work for me 😅 Instead I say to myself to enjoy the warmth and coziness even if I don't sleep.

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Count rest as useful

Replace the demand to sleep with the smaller goal of lying quietly with eyes closed.

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I used to struggle with chronic insomnia and resting the body even when your mind won't shut down does make a difference!source record 283

That’s interesting. I always have a go at doing that as I suffer insomnia and instead of pressuring myself to get to sleep I tell myself “good quality rest is the next best thing”. If I’m restless I put my fan on for 15 mins or 30 mins and tell myself I only have to rest until the fan goes off but often by then I’m not relaxed. If not I give up and do something active before trying rest/sleepnahainsource record 286

“You still sleep even if you don’t feel like you’ve fallen asleep“ literally cured my anxiety induced insomnia and I don’t stress over sleeping anymoresource record 1854

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Change position or sleep location

Break the stuck association by reversing orientation in bed or trying another sleep spot.

Change the environment
Use a sensory reset

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We turned around to sleep with our heads at the foot of the bed. No more insomnia.source record 763

Flipping over and sleeping with my head at the foot of the bed for acute insomnia.source record 839

I don’t suffer from insomnia but on the nights I’m finding it hard to sleep I go find another spot in the house to sleep and it works. No idea why.source record 840

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Occupy the mind with word lists

Generate words by letters or alphabetical categories until attention becomes pleasantly mundane.

Give attention a neutral target

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Cognitive shuffling cured my 30+ years of insomnia. Basically I pick a letter of the alphabet and try and come up with as many words as I can starting with that letter. I’m usually asleep after 5 minutes now.source record 1242

I have trouble with insomnia and I don't know where I heard this but: if you think of a word and you think of a word to each of the letters in that word, then at the end you start all over with a new word from the last letter, in a few minutes you literally be asleep. it really works!source record 1620

I have chronic insomnia and I read somewhere that if you start making lists of random things it helps you fall asleep. So I make a list of cities, states, countries, counties, providences, anything I can think of in alphabetical order and before I know it I’m asleep. It causes a part of your brain to be occupied with a mundane task, therefore allowing your brain to sleep.source record 3519

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Build a consistent sleep cue

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I’ve dealt with terrible lifelong insomnia. I’ve Pavloved myself to a specific soundtrack on YouTube. Now I fall asleep instantly when it plays and wake up instantly if it is interrupted.source record 3721

This is honestly such a wholesome comment section and I love it. My simple thing is from an article I read about insomnia. Basically if you have your sleep space in order before you go to bed it allows you to relax because your space isn’t chaotic. Now I spend a couple minutes putting my things in their homes before bed and the routine of it is actually calming now.source record 3868

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I heard about a study that said that many people who are in stage 1 sleep think that they’re awake - this has helped SO MUCH with insomnia. Takes the pressure off. Now I just lie there, thinking “I might be asleep,” and then oop - I’m asleep

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the study particularly was on people who have insomnia!

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Suffering of Insomnia myself I learned that when I want to go to sleep, just try to watch one thing only, like meditating on that item only. I stop thinking about anything, and helps me relaxing until fall asleep.

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“I might be asleep” — dropping the fight with wakefulness.

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Yes, I learned that a long time ago and using the watch really helped my husband because he would often believe he hadn’t slept all night but he had just been in a light sleep.♥ 3,226source record 1

Actually my watch will register as lying very still as light sleep so that doesn't work for me 😅 Instead I say to myself to enjoy the warmth and coziness even if I don't sleep.♥ 5source record 2

I was just gonna say- I might had have light sleep, but I still feel like haven't slept at all. It's the worst.♥ 7source record 7

the study particularly was on people who have insomnia!♥ 1source record 12

That’s crazy cause so often I think that I am awake but I guess I’m really sleeping? I was wondering if that’s what Lucid dreaming was feeling like you are actually awake but you might be sleeping. You’re right it happens soon after sleep not like down the road from it. It also happens after edibles or I’ve stayed up really really really late.♥ 0source record 19

I used to struggle with chronic insomnia and resting the body even when your mind won't shut down does make a difference!♥ 3source record 283

We turned around to sleep with our heads at the foot of the bed. No more insomnia.♥ 5source record 763

Flipping over and sleeping with my head at the foot of the bed for acute insomnia.♥ 1,124source record 839

I don’t suffer from insomnia but on the nights I’m finding it hard to sleep I go find another spot in the house to sleep and it works. No idea why.♥ 98source record 840

Also, if the eyetwitch keeps going after that, drink magnesium, coz it was one of the signs that I had low magnesium in my system, also paired with cramps, insomnia and headaches♥ 1source record 1065

I have insomnia, my therapist told me to do something right before bed that exhausts my head. So I do a crossword puzzle in bed every night and it works 90% of the time♥ 11source record 1470

For my adhd friends out there get a sleeping mask(mine has the pads so they don’t touch ur eyes) … life long insomniac & now that I can’t see any light my brain decides it’s time to sleep LOL♥ 2source record 1769

“You still sleep even if you don’t feel like you’ve fallen asleep“ literally cured my anxiety induced insomnia and I don’t stress over sleeping anymore♥ 5source record 1854

Yes! People need to google coffee sensitivity immediately. I had so many symptoms fixed by cutting out coffee. I also miss it but not the anxiety or insomnia.♥ 1source record 1964

This advice: that the best and most successful ‘to do’ list is, is one where you got more done with it than without it! That’s all! Doesn’t have to be the whole list 😁 takes the pressure off dumping everything down from my brain so I can I sleep better.♥ 2source record 2767

after years of insomnia, that resting with eyes closed is good enough and much better than just staying up. when my anxiety spirals or I get triggered "has anything actually changed from when you didnt feel triggered?" really helps, because the answer is usually no♥ 2source record 2918

My friend suggested that before I go to sleep every night I tell myself out loud that I'm going to have "relaxing and interesting dreams." I've struggled with light sleep and nightmares my whole life, and I've slept great ever since I started doing this. 🥰♥ 2source record 3284

I’ve dealt with terrible lifelong insomnia. I’ve Pavloved myself to a specific soundtrack on YouTube. Now I fall asleep instantly when it plays and wake up instantly if it is interrupted.♥ 1source record 3721

The myth busters experiment that showed laying down and resting while just closing your eyes, while not as good as sleeping, still has a measurably positive effect on your cognition. Game changer when I have insomnia.♥ 1source record 4105

I use my 20 lbs weighted vest to help me fall asleep when I’m feeling anxious or experiencing insomnia. I sleep with it wrapped around my side so it hugs my arms and hips. I use a patch on my left eye when having a meltdown/anxiety♥ 0source record 5330

I saw a TikTok that suggested rolling my (closed) eyes left-right, up-down, clockwise-counterclockwise to get to sleep. I think they said they learned it in EMDR therapy. I tried it. Decades of insomnia are disappearing!♥ 0source record 5417

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Word games and mental shuffles18 index entriesCognitive shuffling and alphabet games for racing minds.

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How commenters applied it: Cognitive shuffling and alphabet games for racing minds.

What readers reported: I go through my ABCs when trying to fall asleep. The first run through I name as many animals to that letter as possible - A: Alpaca, Anaconda, Alligator, etc. If I am having a really bad night, I sometimes make it to Z, then I switch to cities, towns,…

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Build words from letters

Pick letters, a seed word or the alphabet and generate matching words one by one.

Give attention a neutral target

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I read this somewhere and it helps: when I can’t turn my brain off when trying to fall asleep, I think of a letter of the alphabet and think of any word that starts with that letter. I.e. A - apples, asparagus, axel, ankle, angel etc. I usually don’t make it more than 2-3 letters before I’m asleep.source record 27

When you’re struggling to get to sleep, choose a word and spell that word and then for each letter in that word come up with another word and spell it, the proceed for each letter. For example, elephant spell it (e-l-e-p-h-a-n-t) then choose a word for L like llama and spell it then choose a word for the letter E like Everglades spell it then the letter P and so forth.source record 1190

I go through my ABCs when trying to fall asleep. The first run through I name as many animals to that letter as possible - A: Alpaca, Anaconda, Alligator, etc. If I am having a really bad night, I sometimes make it to Z, then I switch to cities, towns, countries, fruits & vegetables, etc. It keeps my mind focused on one thing instead of all the dread that washes over me at night.source record 1246

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Picture unrelated random words

Generate unrelated words or images so the mind cannot continue one anxious narrative.

Give attention a neutral target

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Yes! Cognitive shuffling! I’ve never thought to do it with the ABC’s, but I’ve picked random words or names and just tried to do as many words that much the letter I am on. Help so muchsource record 1255

Cognitive shuffle to fall asleepsource record 1670

When you’re trying to fall asleep, mentally name random words. Donkey. Car. Sky. Bubble. I try to picture them as well. This apparently puts you in a state similar to dreaming. I’ve been doing it for almost a year and it’s amazing.source record 3760

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Follow a simple count

Count backward, count breaths or pair a small repeated action with numbers.

Give attention a neutral target
Use a sensory reset

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A simple breathing exercise has tremendously helped me fall asleep. Inhale 2 3 4. Hold 2 3 4. Exhale 2 3 4…. It’s not just the breathing , but focusing on the counting quiets your mind.source record 3057

Counting backwards when I am having trouble sleepingsource record 3927

Can't sleep because your brain won't shut off? Blink rapidly - like as fast as you can - for at least 30-60 seconds. I nornally count to 100 and then back down to zero. puts me to sleep every time.source record 5449

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when I can’t sleep i pick a category (eg countries in Africa) and try to name one A-Z. I’m usually asleep before I get to E or F.

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When I was a kid, I swear my dad would tell me “two minutes rest equals one minute sleep” - meaning that just laying there with my eyes shut would still count for something. Never looked into the science but always believed it was true.

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Cognitive shuffling and alphabet games for racing minds.

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Yes! Cognitive shuffling! I’ve never thought to do it with the ABC’s, but I’ve picked random words or names and just tried to do as many words that much the letter I am on. Help so much♥ 2source record 1255

Cognitive shuffle to fall asleep♥ 46source record 1670

You choose a random word, and for each letter, visualize as many other words as you can that start with that letter so if you start with ‘CLOCK’ you do ‘c’ and start with whatever c letters you think of like “car, cat, copious, continental” and then do that till you run out of words and move on the next letter - I do it every night and it puts me to sleep!♥ 30source record 1673

when I can’t sleep i pick a category (eg countries in Africa) and try to name one A-Z. I’m usually asleep before I get to E or F.♥ 3source record 1712

cognitive shuffling when you can’t fall asleep!♥ 5source record 1839

to fall asleep. keep spelling out different words over and over♥ 5source record 1878

When my brain won't shutdown and I can't fall asleep: spell BEDTIME but think of every B word and when I run out, move onto every E word, then onto D words. I've never made it to T before I'm asleep. (and I know a lot of words but for some reason they don't all come to me when I'm doing this so this usually lasts maybe 5 minutes)♥ 5source record 1981

I read somewhere if your body is absolutely still for 7 minutes (it’s been years so might get the minutes wrong) you’ll kind of automatically fall asleep so I’ll count in my head minutes and if I have an itch or move and adjust I start over and I always fall asleep♥ 3source record 2618

A simple breathing exercise has tremendously helped me fall asleep. Inhale 2 3 4. Hold 2 3 4. Exhale 2 3 4…. It’s not just the breathing , but focusing on the counting quiets your mind.♥ 2source record 3057

Counting backwards when I am having trouble sleeping♥ 1source record 3927

Concentrate on random words 10 seconds at a time to trick the brain it's already dreaming to fall asleep quickly.♥ 1source record 3979

Cognitive shuffling to get to sleep♥ 1source record 4096

Can't sleep because your brain won't shut off? Blink rapidly - like as fast as you can - for at least 30-60 seconds. I nornally count to 100 and then back down to zero. puts me to sleep every time.♥ 0source record 5449

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Middle-of-the-night wake-ups15 index entriesGetting back to sleep at 3 a.m.

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Use when: Middle-of-the-night wake-ups

How commenters applied it: Getting back to sleep at 3 a.m.

What readers reported: I remind myself of this when I wake up in the middle of the night and can’t go back to sleep!

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3 source recordsRecurring approach

Switch to a word or number track

Interrupt a 2 a.m. thought loop with letter-based nouns, categories or a visual countdown.

Give attention a neutral target

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I heard a sleep doctor say, if you wake up in the middle of the night and can’t sleep because your mind is racing, think of a word and then think of as many nouns as you can for each letter of that word. For example, I’d think of the word “sleep.” Then I’d think of every possible noun I could come up with that starts with S, then L, then E, then P. I’ve only made it to P once. I always fall asleep before then.source record 3331

the 55's. if you wake up at night, flash the number 55 while your eyes are closed, then flash to 54. imagine these numbers are in front of you, then 53, etc. I never make it to 40. fastest way to fall asleep.source record 3597

You don’t have to count literal sheep as an exercise to fall asleep, you can catalog or categorize anything. I’ve been using alphabetical categories of things to get out of 2am anxiety loops and it’s been remarkably effective. I’ll lay there going “but why shouldn’t I speak up if the process isn’t working just because I might be accused of arguin- ALPACA, BABOON, Crocodile…..Dromedary…….Elephant” and I’m not sure I’ve made it much farther than Hippo recently. Countries work, zoo animals, farm animals, I did the Fibonacci sequence for a while, Green Glass Door categories in alphabetical order is fun. It doesn’t matter what it is, but it diverts the attention from the anxiety and gets me back to sleep.source record 3926

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Return to the rest goal

When awake at night, remind yourself that resting is still useful instead of getting angry about lost sleep.

Change the sentence

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I remind myself of this when I wake up in the middle of the night and can’t go back to sleep!source record 273

YES and its actually been helpful in falling back asleep. Before I knew just resting is beneficial, I’d lay there worried or pissed off that I wasn’t sleeping. That kept me awake. Now I say “I’m resting 🥰“ and usually fall back asleepsource record 274

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Use the eye-movement reset

Run a closed-eye up-down and side-to-side sequence when trying to fall back asleep.

Give attention a neutral target
Use a sensory reset

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if I wake up then can't get back to sleep, with eyes closed look as far right as you can then left then as high up then down then anti clockwise make a circle, usually only have to do it once but sometimes 2xsource record 1398

I work graves so my sleep is all jacked up. When I need to go back to sleep but feel fully awake I do eye movements I learned here. Up down left right, circle circle repeat. Sends me back to sleep.source record 3533

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I remind myself of this when I wake up in the middle of the night and can’t go back to sleep!

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Gargle a 1:1 mix of listerine and hydrogen peroxide right when you get that sore throat tingle. Do it after you eat or drink — especially anything sugary — and do it before bed and if you wake up in the middle of the night, and really any time you think of it during the day. The sore throat is gone in less than 24 hours.

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When my brain turns on at 2am and I’m thinking about a person and an issue with them, or worried about their judgement, I remind myself “they are not thinking about me, don’t think about them. Go back to sleep”

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Getting back to sleep at 3 a.m.

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I remind myself of this when I wake up in the middle of the night and can’t go back to sleep!♥ 247source record 273

Taking my stimulant drug 1 hr/90 mins before I need to wake up, going back to sleep, and then waking up with ease. Honestly probably one of the things that has impacted and improved my life the most♥ 5source record 1927

ugh, this is embarrassing but life changing. i started taking creatine for building my muscle tone at 45 yrs old and it interestingly enough strengthened my pelvic floor muscle and my ability to hold my pee longer. i used to wake up in the middle of the night to use the restroom and don't anymore. it took less than 2 weeks to happen. now i sleep thru the night.♥ 2source record 3345

I work graves so my sleep is all jacked up. When I need to go back to sleep but feel fully awake I do eye movements I learned here. Up down left right, circle circle repeat. Sends me back to sleep.♥ 1source record 3533

If you need to be up early, drink a bunch of water the night before (know your limits lol you don’t want to wake up in the middle of the night) so that when you do wake up to your alarm you have to get up to pee!♥ 1source record 3685

I stopped checking the clock in the middle of the night when I got up to pee… immensely helped my sleep and sleep stress so I wasn’t counting down the hours until my alarm was going to be going off♥ 1source record 4046

If I have to wake up for a short period ( bathroom, water, let the dog out, let the cat in, whatever) I only open one eye. It does something different with your brain where you can fall back asleep more easily if only one eye was open. Also, bifidobacterium longum infantis is a highly studied strain of beneficial bacteria that makes babies poop much less often (and is otherwise very good for their health and immune system development). Incredible!♥ 1source record 4215

Listening to a non-upsetting audiobook with earbuds, and a blanket/shirt draped over my head, ears and eyes. I listen to rom coms, set the timer for 30 mins and am asleep in 5. If I wake up in the night, I automatically put the book back on, before my mind starts revving up. I sleep like a baby now.♥ 0source record 4947

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Boring the brain to sleep5 index entriesPodcasts, sleep stories and deliberately dull audio.

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Boring the brain to sleep

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Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Boring the brain to sleep

How commenters applied it: Podcasts, sleep stories and deliberately dull audio.

What readers reported: A mini tramp in the tv space. Helps either everything and use it before bed to sleep better.

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Use low-stakes spoken audio

Play an audiobook or uneventful podcast to give a busy mind something gentle to follow.

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Use a sensory reset

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And if you struggle to fall asleep due to your brain not shutting up get a sleeping mask with integrated bluetooth speakers and listen to audiobooks or podcasts! I've been using those things every single night for years and they've been such a huge game changer for me.source record 1770

Every hour of rest with your eyes closed is equal to 15 minutes of actual sleep. So when you can't sleep but you lay there you are still getting some rest. Though you really should try a reset if you can't sleep and get up and listen to something like "nothing much happens" podcast to pause your brain so you get sleepysource record 4471

I listen to audiobooks as I fall asleep. I often make them really really quiet both for my partners sake and so I have to focus to hear it. It stops my mind from racing because I’m focusing on the words. I’m often asleep in 10 minutes if I keep the volume that low !source record 4522

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Keep media familiar or very quiet

Lower the volume or choose something already seen so it holds attention without inviting alertness.

Remove a step
Give attention a neutral target

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Using alcohol to clean everything including glass 🧼 drinking water with ur head upside down for hiccups 💧 acting casual if ur child is anxious at drop offs, as if ur walking into ur house or a familiar home they go to🎒 putting shoes on helps me clean better 🧽, watching long videos or movie u already seen to sleep 😴 telling urself u can’t control anything & god is actually in control so ur letting a problem completely go and god will handle it (if ur a believer) ⛅️source record 5262

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A mini tramp in the tv space. Helps either everything and use it before bed to sleep better.

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Podcasts, sleep stories and deliberately dull audio.

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A mini tramp in the tv space. Helps either everything and use it before bed to sleep better.♥ 2source record 3228

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Never forgetting again316 records · 6 sub-topicsExternal memory systems for brains that drop things.

Body cues and little rituals108 index entriesRings swapped, objects moved — physical nudges to remember.

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Body cues and little rituals

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Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Body cues and little rituals

How commenters applied it: Rings swapped, objects moved — physical nudges to remember.

What readers reported: Whenever I am feeling embarrassed about something I said/did a long time ago, I try to remember what the other person said/did. I can’t remember, so neither can they. It is really true people are focused on themselves.

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Create an unusual body cue

Move a ring, cross fingers or hold a finger oddly so the unfamiliar sensation prompts recall.

Make the state visible
Use a sensory reset

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if I have something I need to remember, I'll put something in an odd place or maybe hold my finger down in a weird way, something that's not "normal" while I'm thinking about the task so that it triggers my memory when I see/feel the thing out of placesource record 874

I put jewelry on the other hand until I’ve done the thing I needed to remember to dosource record 1895

When I’m having a conversation with someone and have a thought but don’t want to interrupt, I put my finger on my nose until I can share. I keep my thought every time and don’t lose it. I also do this when walking from one room to another when getting something. I remember what I went into the room to get way better than when I don’t have my finger on my nosesource record 2380

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Retrace the context

Return to the doorway, room, screen or activity where the thought first occurred.

Use movement as the switch
Give attention a neutral target

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Walk back through a doorway if you can’t remember why you came into a roomsource record 3227

When I forget why I went into a room, I turn right around and head back where I started. It hits me right away why I was going in that room in the first place.source record 3273

Whenever i forget sth i look at what i was looking at when i thought of it and i remember itsource record 3934

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Do the tiny task immediately

Complete a one- or two-minute action in the moment instead of creating another thing to remember.

Finish it in the same motion

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The 60 second theory- if a task takes less than 60 seconds to complete, do it in right there in the moment and don’t waste another second letting it take up space in your head to remember to finish later!source record 1245

If a task takes less than two minutes do it right away because you will spend much more time and effort remembering to do itsource record 1308

If I have a thought of “I wonder how that person is doing?” I just text them immediately to check in. Otherwise it becomes a good intention that I forget to act on.source record 3921

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Leave an object visibly out of place

Put an ordinary object in an impossible-to-ignore location until the linked action is complete.

Make the state visible
Change the environment

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If I need to remember to take something when I leave the house I’ll hang a plastic bag on the door knob. When I see it I’m reminded I need to grab somethingsource record 2058

I throw things on the floor to remember something. Our floors are always clear so sock on the floor? Oh right, laundry! Hat in the middle of the kitchen? Right, dishes!!source record 2833

If I use the last of the toilet paper roll but don’t have extras in that bathroom I’ll set the empty roll on the toilet lid so I don’t accidentally sit down to go again if I forget to replace the toilet paper immediately aftersource record 3746

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Carry the thought with a motion or word

Mime the needed action or repeat the item's name while moving to another room.

Use a sensory reset
Carry the next task with you

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I do this too. Or sometimes I mime an action. Like if I’m going in the kitchen to get a spoon or scissors I do a scooping or cutting motion with my hand while I’m walking so I don’t forget on my way there.source record 769

When I need to leave the room to get something I keep repeating the name of the thing until i get it, so I don't forgetsource record 5342

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Whenever I am feeling embarrassed about something I said/did a long time ago, I try to remember what the other person said/did. I can’t remember, so neither can they. It is really true people are focused on themselves.

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I love this! I always try to teach the kids just do your best, which is what you can, and sometimes you can’t do that much and sometimes you can do a lot, but do the best you can. And they’re all like yeah blah blah blah but this makes it easier to remember and more fun. 😂🙏💜🙌

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I misplace things a lot. Now when I can’t find something I just buy another one so I have enough that I can always find one.

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Rings swapped, objects moved — physical nudges to remember.

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my mum had bilateral carpel tunnel surgery because she couldn't be bothered waiting for the combined recovery time of staggering it out and I remember she had to drink her morning coffee with a metal straw because she was unable to lift a cup with either hand♥ 11source record 56

she might find silicone scar tape helpful ☺️♥ 5source record 58

I saw that episode! I’ve remembered that advice ever since. I use it on my kids too.♥ 1source record 285

That and words I forgot how to spell!!♥ 2source record 307

Similarly - I read once that having that “cringe” moment is also an indication that you’ve grown as a person. I try to remember that as these feelings arise, and instead focus on being grateful for my journey.♥ 6source record 392

what if I remember other people reactions and when I see those people once every few years its the 1 memory they bring up♥ 5source record 393

I used to do that when I would have to wear the same pair of jeans in a week. I couldn't remember what anyone else had on earlier in the week so I figured that nobody could remember what I had worn.♥ 0source record 408

Mmm yeahhh..maaaaybe…orrr… ppl remember memorable things good or bad♥ 0source record 410

my autistic ass would remember every word 😂♥ 0source record 415

Best advice I had, be a butler for your future self. Do things that you tomorrow will be grateful for. Put your clothes out for the morning, stuff like that. When you remember that thing you need to do, IS for you, it’s an investment in yourself 👍🏼♥ 166source record 867

basically the same thing! you telling another person also "tells" your brain "this is important, remember it." 😁🌠♥ 1source record 876

I distinctly remember my teacher when I was 6 years old telling me I didn’t have to speak when reading and I’d still be able to hear the words in my head. Blew my mind.♥ 5source record 1014

That’s awesome! I remember that study too and I’ve often thought about it. I’m so glad to hear that it helped you process that trauma ❤️♥ 408source record 1034

If I need to remember to bring something with me, like a lunch I packed for example, I visualize myself leaving the house, touching the door knob and think “lunch lunch lunch!” And the next day when I go to twist the door knob it triggers the memory♥ 220source record 1043

This is the thing I want to remember♥ 3source record 1055

How am I going to remember all these??????😱😱😱😱♥ 17source record 1072

Was it a TED talk? I remember that and still do that too lol♥ 2source record 1161

Nope tried it many times there is different ADHD symptoms and some of us can’t because we forget the letter etc so no it doesn’t because most women are like me♥ 0source record 1192

I take magnesium glycinate for anxiety, it helps. Magnesium l-threonate to keep my brain active, i tend to be really forgetful because of past trauma.♥ 6source record 1216

If a task takes less than two minutes do it right away because you will spend much more time and effort remembering to do it♥ 53source record 1308

I’m going to have to remember this one!♥ 1source record 1362

This is so true! Once, as I was leaving for work, I had a myriad of small delays, like leaving a work tool and coming back in the house to look for it, forgetting my phone, etc. So I stopped, took a few breaths, prayed. As I turned the corner to get to my bus stop, a car had plummeted into the bench I would've been seating on. Just happened, the driver unconscious, no rescue had arrived yet. Made me never rush again♥ 30source record 1426

Yes! Took me several years and several physiotherapists to find the right ones, but now that I have it is life changing.♥ 1source record 1678

Along the same lines but I figured out that explaining stuff from class to my classmates helped me remember it. I helped people study while also studying and I also graduated with honors.♥ 0source record 1722

Repeat the persons name when you first meet them/talk to them and it helps me remember their name.♥ 2source record 1727

I put jewelry on the other hand until I’ve done the thing I needed to remember to do♥ 5source record 1895

Close your right eye for a minute when you really want to commit something to memory. It makes the left side of your brain focus. I’m trying it now. We’ll see!♥ 5source record 1996

When I get all in my head about others’ opinions of me, I remember the three F’s: if you aren’t Feeding, Financing or Fu#%!ing me your opinion really doesn’t matter. Takes all the pressure off.♥ 4source record 2030

If I need to remember to take something when I leave the house I’ll hang a plastic bag on the door knob. When I see it I’m reminded I need to grab something♥ 4source record 2058

Keeping a spreadsheet by day of what I do at work and doesn’t have to be grammatically correct doesn’t have to be perfect but just detailing what I’ve done so I can keep up with it and don’t forget where I left off yesterday♥ 4source record 2095

Whenever I get irritated by someone, I remember that they were created in the likeness and image of God. It really helps me to see them in that light instead of getting angry!♥ 4source record 2099

After a minute I’d get distracted and forget that I was supposed to still be humming lol - (No, TikTok hasn’t diagnosed me with ADHD yet, like it has everyone else)♥ 0source record 2289

If i need something going out i will out it to my shoes ill wear so i will never forget to take it with me♥ 3source record 2372

remembering that my child's childhood is also my motherhood! for example, celebrating their first birthday when they won't remember. Its your motherhood and it should be celebrated!!♥ 3source record 2392

My husband forgets stuff ALL the time. All the time!! Could be his wallet, his phone, buys gas then drives away without getting it. Can think I need to get the gift card, walk out the door & forget the gift card. Any suggestions? He gets so mad. I’m used to it so his forgetting doesn’t bother me anymore his anger does.♥ 3source record 2561

Smile when I’m down or pissed…. Even when I don’t feel like it. Helps to regulate, and remember how blessed I am♥ 3source record 2619

Took a DBT course and learning to replace the word “but” with the word “and” really changed my life. It includes two perspectives without judging one over the other. I use it with other people and also with myself. Example: “I love you but I’m mad at you” the second part negates the first” vs “I love you and I’m mad at you” allows you to have a conversation about the mad part while remembering that you love other person♥ 3source record 2644

if I need to remember to do something, but I'm currently busy, I'll cross my fingers and not let myself uncross till I stop and remember why my fingers are crossed♥ 3source record 2726

Those hard magnetic tags on clothes? If they forgot to take it off, just bang it against a counter a few times. Pops right off!♥ 3source record 2730

I hope I remember this when the time comes because I wanna try it now too♥ 3source record 2744

I used to get “cricks” in my neck frequently. Like an emergency chiropractor appointment 2-4 times a year. I saw a YouTube about how to stop it and haven’t been to chiropractor for that since I started it. It’s a neck exercise where you turn your head all the way to one side and then push against your hand on your chin while trying to turn your head to other side. I do 3 sets of hold for 5. It develops a muscle in the back of your neck. I “habit paired” it with washing my hair so as not to forget it.♥ 2source record 2794

if you lose your voice blow bubbles through a straw into a drink for 1 minute strengthens the vocal cords and brings voice back even temporarily♥ 2source record 2803

At the end of the day, I lay in bed and just kind of walk through all of the things that happened. If I remember things or tasks that I forgot to do I will immediately send myself an email. That way I can put the thought down for the night and focus on it the next day.♥ 2source record 2816

I throw things on the floor to remember something. Our floors are always clear so sock on the floor? Oh right, laundry! Hat in the middle of the kitchen? Right, dishes!!♥ 2source record 2833

Dammit I just got through a sinus infection! I’ll never remember this until the next one! But great tip though!♥ 2source record 2899

Tell someone to remind me to do something. I don’t remember that I need to do the thing, I remember telling someone else I need to do something 😅♥ 2source record 2900

if my pretty much perfect boyfriend (we just moved in together this fall) does something that should piss me off i ask my self if it’s gonna matter in 5 years, like he forgot to switch the laundry or something like that i don’t let myself think about it longer than 5 minutes!!! (obviously if he was habitually bad at doing stuff like that it would matter but hes not!!!)♥ 2source record 2942

I saw someone suggest it once, and I’ll b damned-when u get home, don’t take off your shoes, and you’ll be the most productive person you’ve been in weeks. Whenever I know there’s a task I need done by tomorrow, I just have to tell myself not to take off my shoes. It’s really helpful with my forgetful mind, like every Monday night I don’t take off my shoes until the trash has been taken out to the road. I’ll be like “y am I still wearing my shoes? Oh yeah-trash day is tomorrow!”♥ 2source record 2960

If Im debating whether to go out or not I tell myself ‘no one remembers the nights they get enough sleep’. Sometimes you gotta do it for the lore, and it helps me from making excuses not to go.♥ 2source record 3004

oh also when my mind is racing at night I start this vocabulary game Rest: Recover remember release realize Emotion efficient effect everything silence Serene super splendid taste touch tone tremendous I do that same process with as many 4 letter words I can think of and try not to use the same word twice. I've never done more than 6 words. IT WORKS!♥ 2source record 3021

Funny you mention the humming, I tell my kids to hum when they're working on a bowel movement because it....helps it come along lol. I refuse to over buy shoes, sounds crazy but I absolutely hate searching for kids shoes and there's a thousand pairs but apparently none that fit 🤣. every season they get 1 season appropriate shoes unless their last year ones don't fit and we donate regularly (buy nothing group so they come get them 😆) keeping the shoes clear in the house. With less I find they keep track of them way more (we also only have 1 spot for the shoes so less forgetting... if they were actually put away)♥ 2source record 3056

I never heard of this!!! Hopefully I can remember it along with the thousands of other helpful comments on this thread 😂🥰♥ 2source record 3078

We definitely do this in my household. I own 40 pairs of scissors which means I can usually find at least one!♥ 3source record 3151

went to therapy with my fiance quit the first 2 therapist they sucked. found a great one and she took his insurance and we're 150% better♥ 2source record 3174

Buy two bottles of face wash. Keep one in your shower, put one by your bathroom sink. Decreases the response effort for washing your face. And you don’t have to get out of the shower and get it from the sink when you forget it. Or walk to the shower with a drippy face and hands when you started to wash your face at the sink and forgot the bottle was in the shower.♥ 2source record 3214

Walk back through a doorway if you can’t remember why you came into a room♥ 2source record 3227

When I forget why I went into a room, I turn right around and head back where I started. It hits me right away why I was going in that room in the first place.♥ 2source record 3273

I do this thing called "take it on the way". Like, if I have something to do, such as bringing my laundry to the washing machine, and I have something like a cup in my room that I know goes into the sink in the kitchen on the way, I bring it with me and drop it off since it's already on the path to my destination. Saves so much time because I forget to do small things all the time.♥ 2source record 3288

I had ADHD and I will forget to brush my teeth or since I struggle with sleeping because of the ADHD I can pass out on the couch and it doesn’t get done… so I started putting toothbrushes around my house. Beside the bed, beside the nightstand, and obvi the bathroom. This eliminates my need to fully wake up to brush my teeth because when I get to sleep, I need to just take it vs worrying about getting up. It’s been a great hack.♥ 2source record 3324

remembering that I have full control over my brain. I can decide what it does - I dont have to be at the mercy of whatever it decides it wants to do or think about♥ 2source record 3341

Remembering that my thoughts are mostly subjective, not objective truths. My husband offered me a bite of his ahi tuna steak and I said “I don’t like fish”. Then I remembered that fish is not objectively bad, I just decided that I don’t like it. So I tried it and loved it 🙄. I did the same with sweating during exercise and other little things and it’s changed my life.♥ 2source record 3349

If I walk in a room and forget what I came there for I count to ten really fast and usually before I reach ten I remember. It’s like it puts pressure on my brain to figure it out.♥ 2source record 3370

Wearing slip-on trainers in the house instead of slippers 👟 I move with purpose and feel more bouncy doing chores. Shuffling around in slippers made me feel lethargic during the day (although I switch back to slippers in the evening 😊)♥ 1source record 3548

When you lose something go back to the very spot you were in when you *realized* it was lost. It’s there every time.♥ 1source record 3651

I named the default contact for myself that's standard on my phone "Note to Self" and would send info I needed to remember to myself as a text.♥ 1source record 3664

also found one type of pen that I love - Erasable! and only use those. get rid of the rest.♥ 1source record 3668

If I have a thought of “I wonder how that person is doing?” I just text them immediately to check in. Otherwise it becomes a good intention that I forget to act on.♥ 1source record 3921

Whenever i forget sth i look at what i was looking at when i thought of it and i remember it♥ 1source record 3934

I don't know if this fits, but I don't own laundry baskets. I have to put things away from the dryer because they have nowhere else to go. I can't walk away from it and forget.♥ 1source record 3945

I wash my hands whenever I enter or leave a place, and try NEVER touch my face (it's hard at first but gets easier with practice!). I've forgotten what its like to get a cold 😂♥ 1source record 3975

I know I'd forget and stop humming after maybe a minute 😅♥ 1source record 4068

complaining and/or giving up. it's a little crazy how often things resolve that way.... "I give up" "THERE IT IS!"♥ 1source record 4098

I hate laundry being a constant to do everyday and forgetting to flip it and then you gotta rewash. So now on Mondays right after work (3p) I collect all the hampers, drive over to the laundry mat, throw them all in the giant industrial 12-load washer for $8, walk for 25 mins while it runs, flip it, walk for 40 mins while dries, and then in an hour and a half I’ve done all the laundry and exercised.♥ 1source record 4172

I remember someone telling me to breathe in through my nose to and out through my mouth to ease nausea when I was a teen, it's been 20 years and it still pleasantly surprised me how much it helps. I also use it for panic attacks, paired with putting my palms on my thighs.♥ 1source record 4252

After you learn something new, close your eyes for 10 seconds. It helps you retain new knowledge. (Learned this on tic tok this week 🤭)♥ 1source record 4255

Trick yourself into doing things - I trick myself into making my bed 😆 I don’t make it first thing but the next time I walk into my room and it’s not made I have to make it. I ALWAYS FORGOT 😆♥ 0source record 4285

ive deliberately paid attention to how ive felt searching for a job these past few months, every emotion, so now when I start this new job in january I can be grateful everyday and never want to return to that place of searching again. we forget how hard it is to find a job you love. I dont want to forget.♥ 0source record 4347

If I need to read and remember something, I decide before reading that I will read it once and then remember it. Never fails.♥ 0source record 4377

if just before falling asleep i think of something important that i need to remember the following day, i switch my rings/hairties/ from the usual hand to the other so that i notice it when i wake up and remember the thing♥ 0source record 4426

I have a large plastic tub in one corner of my room and all my clean washing goes in it. then over the next couple of days I'll spend a few minutes here and there sorting through, folding or hanging stuff and putting it away. feels way less overwhelming than doing it all at once and stops it from ending up on the floor where I'll forget what's clean or not and wash it all again. it's been a game changer for me♥ 0source record 4434

Keeping my chin up and remembering to smile. The eyes see more natural sunlight which elevates mood. Deliberately smiling encourages positive feedback.♥ 0source record 4450

when you think of something and then forget it, doing what you were doing when you thought of it, or going back to the room where you thought of it, or if i’m on my phone i’ll scroll back to where i was when i thought of it. it almost always works.♥ 0source record 4523

Meat, cheese and bread go in the drawers in the refrigerator. Fresh fruits and vegetables go on the shelves. That way I remember to eat the fresh fruit and vegetables. I won’t forget I have meat, cheese and bread because I will always hunt around for those things.♥ 0source record 4581

i started carrying around a cup with lots of things i need daily but lose: pens, hairties, chapstick, my vape. i can carry it around my house. it changed my life♥ 0source record 4588

Telling myself I won't have a nightmare before bed. I used to get them all the time, now it only happens when I forget to prime my brain.♥ 0source record 4656

I saw a tiktok that said to put my fresh veggies in the door and the condiments in drawers. I will dig for hot sauce but I forget we have carrots unless I can see them. it's cut our food waste by more than half!♥ 0source record 4661

When I can’t find something I ask myself where I would put it if I were holding it now trying to find a place to put it and that usually leads me to it♥ 0source record 4704

Things I use all the time or need immediately when I want them, I keep in three extra places. My car. My purse. My workspace. Like tweezers, floss, Advil, phone charger, eye drops, stuff like that. I just use a makeup bag. I never stress about forgetting them because I’m always in one of those places or have my purse.♥ 0source record 4744

When changing batteries I remember 'Bum (flat bottom of battery) to Spring' when changing batteries instead of looking for + & - signs! 🤗😄♥ 0source record 4863

I don’t remember where I learned it from, but for those adhd, OCD minds like mine- stay in one room at a time when you’re cleaning. If you have to take stuff to another room, either wait until you’re ready, or immediately drop it off and come back to the room you’re already cleaning. Helps keep on task instead of buzzing around finding different chores everywhere♥ 0source record 4898

I also like to bring a small ziplock with tea bags, sugar packets, salt & pepper & lozenges just in case someone is in need of something or the restaurant forgets when it’s busy or is out of my tea but I always pay for the hot water even though most places won’t charge for that.♥ 0source record 4928

almost 10 years ago I started wearing overalls to fit things in my pockets I often forget or misplace. Now they're just apart of my wardrobe and they're super comfy!♥ 0source record 4982

The first letter of each word in a quote makes a really easy to remember but very hard to guess password. Especially if there is an obvious capital like a name or a word that can also be a symbol.♥ 0source record 5053

Asking St Anthony to help me find anything I lose lmao I know I sound insane but he finds it straight away♥ 0source record 5078

I can just press a button on my phone and tell it to remind me to do anything I want at any time. I know it sounds obvious but I use it for so many different obligations, chores and plans. it makes my life so much easier because I'm a forgetful person.♥ 0source record 5084

I misplace things a lot. Now when I can’t find something I just buy another one so I have enough that I can always find one.♥ 0source record 5140

When I am stuck and can't do something, I find something "in the way of the task" I. e. if it's doing taxes, I make sure k laptop is set up and desk s clear, if its paperweight k I find it and set it out with pens and stuff. Results always in the thing getting done sooner, sometimes in getting it done right away.♥ 0source record 5214

remember,if you wanna feel calm, just close your eyes and focus between your eyebrows♥ 0source record 5246

put the vegetables in the top refrigerator crisper and the lunch meats and cheeses in the bottom crisper .. so I don't forget they exist . ... outta sight outta mind is my nemesis♥ 0source record 5340

When I need to leave the room to get something I keep repeating the name of the thing until i get it, so I don't forget♥ 0source record 5342

Remembering that if you want to be a smartiepants you have to learn new things, which means you have to be bad at it first. You can’t have one without the other,♥ 0source record 5397

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How commenters applied it: Photograph the stove, sing “it's off” — make it a memory.

What readers reported: I scream every time I turn off the oven or unplug the iron so I don’t have to wonder if I did those things before leaving the house. I would just have to remember if I had screamed out of the blue lol

Limit: Anything I don’t want to do I tell myself “you can do anything for 10 minutes. I prep food and have a family meeting on Sundays where we go over the schedule for the week. I hang my clothes as outfits so I can just put them on without thinking.…

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Anything I don’t want to do I tell myself “you can do anything for 10 minutes. I prep food and have a family meeting on Sundays where we go over the schedule for the week. I hang my clothes as outfits so I can just put them on without thinking. When an outfit makes me feel cute, I put it in an app called Whering so I can remember it. I have a go bag for toiletries, electronics, and makeup for traveling so I don’t have to pack and unpack that stuff. I keep all my travel loyalty numbers for me, and any of my regular travel buddies, along with birthdays in one place. I keep pics of passports for the same reason: ease of booking tickets. In the event I worry, I remind myself that it has no effect on outcome and its pointless. I use Google image search for shopping to make sure I get the best price. I use my water pick in the shower; one less step.

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11 source recordsRecurring approach

Sing the task until it is done

Turn the current task into a short improvised song and keep singing until completion.

Use a sensory reset
Turn it into a game

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You know how you walk into a room then forget what you came there for? I sing about what I'm going to get so I don't forget as I walk through the doorway.source record 977

I keep a scrunchy in the car. If I put the dog in the car the scrunchy goes on my wrist. When I take the scrunchy off when I get home I sing a "Dog dog dog get the dog from the back" song from my seat to the back of the car and boom, no forgotten doggies even with kid chaos.source record 1676

I have ADHD so forget what I'm doing in the middle of tasks. I make up songs for each task that I can't stop until the task is done. For example, if I need to replace the toilet roll, I sing the toilet roll song. I haven't forgotten the toilet roll for years, something I used to do frequently and would get so frustrated with myself.source record 2155

8 source recordsRecurring approach

Say the completed action aloud

Narrate locking, unplugging or switching something off so the moment leaves a stronger trace.

Use a sensory reset
Make the state visible

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I scream every time I turn off the oven or unplug the iron so I don’t have to wonder if I did those things before leaving the house. I would just have to remember if I had screamed out of the blue lolsource record 423

I tell the dog out loud that I unplugged the flat iron. you remember saying it, not doing it. (stole this tip from someone else)source record 431

If I have to remember to turn something off I will say out loud my straightener is off, the oven is off, the fan is offsource record 1804

7 source recordsRecurring approach

Photograph the completed state

Take a timestamped photo or video of locks, plugs and appliances before leaving.

Move memory outside the brain
Make the state visible

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I take a pic of my curling iron unplugged and the stove off when my OCD is really bad. Then when I'm halfway to work and convinced my house is burning down I just pull up the Pic. If I see it I believe it!source record 428

I used to use a flat iron on my hair. EVERY morning when I would leave for work I would be so freaked out that I might have left it plugged in and on (even when I wasn't sure if I'd even used it that morning) to the point where I would often have to turn around and go back to check. I started just taking a picture of the unplugged plug on my phone before I left. Taking the picture alone was usually enough to reassure me, but if not, I had the time stamped picture. It took 3 seconds and saved me a lot of anxiety and wasted timesource record 1752

I photograph locks and curling iron being unplugged so I don’t go back to checksource record 3439

6 source recordsRecurring approach

Send a message as a receipt

Text yourself or another person so the sent message becomes a searchable record and reminder.

Move memory outside the brain
Borrow another person's momentum

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I text myself that I did it and the date. For example 11/18 turned off oven.source record 427

added myself to my contacts so I can send myself a text verbally when in the car when I think of somethingsource record 600

i schedule texts messages to myself when I want a reminder! I will text myself links or videos to remind myself of those things at that time!source record 3199

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Put the goal on the lock screen

Use a phone background as a reminder that appears during an existing high-frequency action.

Move memory outside the brain
Attach it to an existing routine

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I make one my lock screen snd say it whenever I unlock my phonesource record 356

I put a picture of the my next project I want to accomplish or a place I want to visit on my phone screen, it’s a form of manifestation and a reminder for mesource record 2244

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On Saturday I say to myself … you deserve resting… and I forget about the chores I will do the chores other day anyway

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I started taking my meds at the same time as I gave my cat “kitty tax” (treats). If I forget, he starts singing the song of his ppl and reminds me lol♥ 1source record 223

I make one my lock screen snd say it whenever I unlock my phone♥ 0source record 356

What if I can remember each and every single detail 😩😭😭😭♥ 359source record 388

I remember everything too. But I don’t care about other people messing up/doing something embarrassing. So I tell myself, they probably don’t care about me doing something stupid either. You have more grace for other people than you do yourself.♥ 162source record 389

See this is my problem, I remember the embarrassing thing the grade 1 pupil in my class did 30 years ago 🤣♥ 3source record 395

It still worries me that someday I’ll run into one of those people that saw/experienced what I’m embarrassed about & I’ll need to be ready to confront that embarrassment or apologize for the other guy. I’m trying to work up the courage to out-of-the-blue reach out to the people that experienced what I’m embarrassed by & apologize & share how I’ve changed or what I’ve learned as each instance invades my mind. I’m almost positive 99% of them will say something along the lines of, “That? Oh, don’t worry about it - I’d completely forgotten about that,” but it’s such an unheard of thing to do that even if it heals only one person’s small issue from the past, then it must be worth doing, right?♥ 0source record 411

But also I do remember someone saying "my butt hurts" to me and then turning around to realize that I was not the person they thought I was. I hope that person doesn't remember that moment lmao♥ 0source record 416

I text myself that I did it and the date. For example 11/18 turned off oven.♥ 31source record 427

I tell the dog out loud that I unplugged the flat iron. you remember saying it, not doing it. (stole this tip from someone else)♥ 7source record 431

When I worked at a financial institution one of my co workers did this before we left for the day, when they locked the safe the would scream “locked”♥ 0source record 441

I have an album in my photos of “the little things” I find in the mundane. I almost make a game out of it and I feel like it has rewired my brain to look for beauty in the simple things. I look at the photos when I feel sad or alone and it’s a good reminder that the universe is smiling at you even when it’s hard to see♥ 55source record 595

added myself to my contacts so I can send myself a text verbally when in the car when I think of something♥ 2,454source record 600

I always say “let me sleep on it” before committing to something big at work. Most of the time they forget to ask again (which means no awkward no thank yous) or I can say yes.♥ 3source record 683

Along the same line, I taught my kids to add "yet" whenever they say, "I can't do this". A subtle reminder that everything takes practice♥ 7source record 756

I just have to say out loud what I’m going to do and if I forget I can remember saying it♥ 5source record 779

recognize the difference between cleaning, tidying, and organizing. you can only do one at a time so pick which youre doing in that moment and only focus on that. it will help you to block out seeing the other too, because thats for later, not for the right now. cleaning=removing dirt and grime from a surface or object. tidying=putting items in their homes organizing=determining the homes for items.♥ 212source record 944

You know how you walk into a room then forget what you came there for? I sing about what I'm going to get so I don't forget as I walk through the doorway.♥ 11source record 977

It's really hard for me because im shy, but sometimes I force myself to say my compliments out loud. I practice with parents coming to pick up their kids. The other day, I told one mom that I'd remember her for next time, because she has a pretty smile. It's so scary to say things, but I always feel good afterward.♥ 1source record 1041

Truly believe it’s the saying it 3x that works! My grandpa never used an alarm clock for mornings or his naps, he would say 3x out loud what time he needed to wake up in the morning or how long he would be napping for right before falling asleep. Always woke up on the dot never a minute before never a minute late♥ 2source record 1045

kept losing remotes, especially that stupidly small roku remote. I attached large lanyards and keychains to all the remotes and tie them remotes together per room in a large bundle and now I never lose them♥ 76source record 1346

the movie limitless says "everything your brain sees it remembers" and I believed it whole heartedly and started doing better on tests.♥ 6source record 1621

If you have trouble remembering whether you have taken a med or are taking something like an antibiotic where dosing is important, wrap a piece of masking tape around the bottle and use a sharpie to mark off every time you take it.♥ 1source record 1688

If I need to remember to do something at a later time, I think about doing that thing at the same time as something I know for sure I’ll be doing already. Ex: if I want to remember to bring sunscreen when I leave the house, I will visualize opening the door handle and picking up the sunscreen together. Then when I look at the door handle I remember the sunscreen!♥ 4source record 1749

If it will take me less than 5 minutes, just do it now instead of waiting for later. Like putting something away instead of putting it down or rinsing out a bowl and putting it into the dishwasher instead of putting them into the sink (and then they just pile up and become daunting). It so quick and easy and keeps my house cleaner, my to do list shorter, and my anxiety lower.♥ 3source record 1778

If I have to remember to turn something off I will say out loud my straightener is off, the oven is off, the fan is off♥ 5source record 1804

I often forget if I unplugged my straightener, locked my door, closed the garage.. so I say out loud “my straightener is unplugged” as I’m unplugging it, and then later when I panic, I remember I said it out loud!♥ 5source record 1863

I used to remember & fixate on my embarrassing moments a lot so I learnt how to picture these moments as a room. I tell myself nobody’s still there or stuck in that moment/room. I picture an empty room & I tell myself everybody moved on so I drop the thought & move on too♥ 5source record 1898

I'm a person who will fall back asleep in 5 seconds after turning an alarm off and oversleep. Life-changing decision was not allowing myself to turn off my morning alarm until I'm standing up. I can snooze it as much as I want but it'll go off again in 7 minutes. But dismissing it/turning it off fully? Feet on the ground FIRST.♥ 5source record 1930

I snap my finger in sync with doors closing so I always remember when I close them!♥ 4source record 2044

ADD hacks- I put my medicine in the fridge. I take a pic of my flatiron unplugged. Put phone keys wallet in same spot immediately upon arrival. Set clocks 20 min ahead.♥ 4source record 2052

I have a paper note that says “lunch” and I set it on top of my work backpack so I never forget to get my lunch out of the fridge♥ 4source record 2061

I just say out loud when leaving house that stove is turned off, windows closed etc. helps me not to suddenly panic♥ 4source record 2115

I put a picture of the my next project I want to accomplish or a place I want to visit on my phone screen, it’s a form of manifestation and a reminder for me♥ 4source record 2244

Making a list of small tasks to do around the house and crossing them off. The momentum is real. Instead of “clean kitchen” I break it into smaller tasks to make it more manageable.♥ 4source record 2293

Science calls it an "Event Boundary." Crossing a threshold flushes your short-term memory & breaks stress loops. Take note when you forget why you opened the fridge or what you needed in the garage! 🤯♥ 0source record 2364

Keep a finger up to help remember what I was going to do or say next. It was my kids’ preschool teacher who suggested it because she used to get so rage filled if she forgot what she was going to say in circle, so the teacher taught her to put her thought on the tip of her finger to hold onto it and it helped me too.♥ 3source record 2408

Mine is about not forgetting things when you go to the store. If I need 5 items, all I have to remember is the number 5. I'll know if I pick something up that wasn't 1 of the 5 and if I only have 4 from my 5, I know I'm missing something. Stops me from getting back home without all the things I needed.♥ 3source record 2409

Sooo I was very very sick on ozempic, when my dr had me try it. I had heartburn nonstop, around the clock. Nothing helped. I tried all the OTC stuff, I tried rx stuff. The only thing that worked was putting a few drops of peppermint oil mixed with coconut oil and rubbing it all over inside my belly button. 🤦🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️it seriously worked miracles.♥ 3source record 2450

Whenever I can’t think of the name of someone or something,,I’ll just start saying the alphabet in my head, and everytime I get to the right letter I will remember the name.♥ 3source record 2567

If you can't sleep then close your eyes get comfortable and say the number 1 in tour head then in no hurry draw the letter 1 in the sand then go onto number 2, 3 and so on. I don't think I've ever got past 30. You gotta put all your thoughts into the numbers though, stay on track. When you start losing what number you're on that's when you're starting to nod off.♥ 3source record 2659

I have a blank post it note that stays on a shelf near my front door. Whenever I need to remember to do something I stick the post it note on a wall where I will see it (before I leave or the next time I enter that room for example) and I say the thing I need to remember out loud as I stick it on the wall. Then when I walk by the note, I remember to do the thing. This is great for when I need to do something, but I don’t want to do it immediately. Like I want to remember to run the dishwasher, but at the end of the day once I’m done making dirty dishes. It’s also great because I’ve just been using the same post it note for over 3 years.♥ 2source record 2754

Instead of saying “don’t forget to…” instead say “remember to ___ “ and then say a time or place you will remember that task.♥ 2source record 2771

When I go to the store for only a few things, I'll count how many items I need. Once in the store I'll remind myself. "I need five items" "ok, I have 4 items, what am i missing?" The list is so short that I'll remember the fifth item and return home without forgetting something.♥ 2source record 2854

I text my husband every time i turn off my flat iron. If hes home, i sing a song about it. Then I remember.♥ 2source record 2868

To remember if I've locked my doors or not, I'll say a weird word out loud like banana.♥ 2source record 2901

I write down how quickly certain tasks take me so next time I have to do said task, I say "it took you 7 minutes last time" and try to beat my time.♥ 2source record 2945

Saying out loud “you disconnected the iron” helps me remember I actually did when I am doubting myself If I did♥ 2source record 3014

the louder you say something the more likely you are to remember it♥ 2source record 3128

Every time I consider putting off a task, I say to myself, “Do it now so you don’t forget”♥ 2source record 3143

Using a piece of painter’s masking tape on a dry surface then writing on it with a permanent marker to label freezer items. Very cheap (used to have a guessing game when I wrote directly onto freezer bags as it would wear off)♥ 2source record 3156

i schedule texts messages to myself when I want a reminder! I will text myself links or videos to remind myself of those things at that time!♥ 2source record 3199

Remember the pickled garlic lady who ate it w a spicy sauce ? Well anytime I feel that scratchy sore throat, I eat 2 pickled garlic cloves and 9/10 I’m feeling better the next morning. I eat 1-2 a day to keep the sore throats away. Garlic is a natural antibacterial♥ 2source record 3209

instead of stressing that i "only have one day off left", i say "i still have one whole day off" and the perspective shift helps lessen my anxiety♥ 2source record 3229

I photograph locks and curling iron being unplugged so I don’t go back to check♥ 1source record 3439

I clearly have systems that I hadn’t realised I had been relying upon prior to today, but one that I haven’t seen in this thread that I do is: when leaving you car in long term parking, I try to find a memorable looking car when I am pressing the lock button on the car so I can be sure that the car is locked. This time it was a bright yellow Suzuki Swift.♥ 1source record 3544

I have a post it behind my front door (above the door handle) that says “did you take your medicine?”. This way I always take them before I leave for work.♥ 1source record 3550

if I'm putting something in a "safe place" I say it out loud so I don't forget "IM PUTTING THE KEY IN MY BEDSIDE TABLE DRAWER"♥ 1source record 3558

I say “off” out loud to remember I unplugged my heater before going to work.♥ 1source record 3629

Also, if I’m having a really bad day and I want to scream or be short. Ex: I’ve had an awful day and now mu kids are being kids and I want to take out my feelings on them I do all of my screaming just as loudly I can about everything that has happened, how upset I am, and everything I feel EXCEPT in a really goofy way. I can screamed and get out off of that energy and my kids are absolutely dying laughing the entire time.♥ 1source record 3642

I’m 31, female, with AuDHD living with my two best friends. For the majority of my life I’ve struggled with doing chores. Tasks in general, yes, but it’s even worse when it’s CHORES like washing dishes and taking out trash - the ones that have to be done every day. I hate them. Well, I found a closing shift job at a fast food place in an airport, very people intensive. 300-500 transactions PER SHIFT. It’s a lot and I get home really late so if my daily chores aren’t done before I leave in the morning, then they get pushed off until really early the next morning. Let me clarify - I often get home after midnight. The goal is to be asleep by three am but I can push it to six and just have a shit feeling day. So if chores aren’t done before I leave for work, then they’ll often get pushed until one or two or three am. Which wakes up one friend and makes one cat super nervous. Not ideal. But mornings aren’t great either because I have to do so many things to get out the door and you’d think two hours would be enough time but oddly no it isn’t. So one day my friend said a phrase that instantly rewired this difficulty. ‘I’m tired now, but I’m not going to be less tired later, so I should do it now while I have time and energy, and make life easier for the rest of us’. I don’t know what magic was bestowed upon that phrase but MY GOD. I still have a few days a month of forgetting to put away clean dishes before I leave for work, but for the most part I’ve successfully integrated my daily chores into my morning routine and that phrase was an integral part. And the best part? I didn’t even have to wake up earlier! In fact, I could wake up a bit later. Because the chores happen in the same manner every day and are most efficient in the same sequence - so I used that to build out my morning hygiene and dressing routine! I wake up, have to feed the cats. Cat food is in the kitchen, only five steps from the laundry. I need to put wet clothes into dryer so my uniform is dry when I need it - so I do that. Feed the cats, put away the spoon in the sink. Sink is next to the dishwasher which has clean dishes that need to put away - so I do that. Then bathroom…etc.♥ 1source record 3707

I made a sticker chart for taking my meds. the only rule is that I'm absolutely not allowed to put the sticker on thw chart beforw ive taken the pill. the sticker is my reward for taking the pill. so if im missing a sticker I know ive missed my pill. elementary, I know, but it works for my ADHD brain.♥ 1source record 3733

if you really need to remember whether or not you’ve done something (turn off the hair straightener, lock the door, take meds), say it out loud as you do it. can’t remember why but it really helps!♥ 1source record 3815

If your partner does something that seems “inconsiderate”, stop for a second and think about the task, and think about their headspace. Is this something they usually do, or maybe they have a lot on their mind from work or other pressing matters.. we often forget that our partners are human just like us, and we forget sometimes and it’s okay. (Obvs not like on purpose/abuse situations, but like forgot we were supposed to watch a movie together or something small)♥ 1source record 3824

Every time I back out my drive way I THANK GOD & name what I’m grateful for. I pray for my kids, family & myself. I always ask God to keep blessing me, so that I can keep blessing others 💕 It helps me start my day off feeling grateful for what I have 💕♥ 1source record 3999

What seems to be a setback could actually be a blessing. Early last year I had food poisoning which landed me in the ER. I needed to get both an endoscopy and colonoscopy. The endoscopy revealed bleeding ulcers, and during the colonoscopy they found 15 precancerous polyps; some were large. All the polyps were removed and I had to take meds for my ulcers, but I'm doing better now🤞.♥ 1source record 4048

anytime I can't find something I say "baby Jesus lost and found, please bring my ______ around". then I remember or see a picture of where it is. works every time. I'm not religious.♥ 1source record 4060

theres an app called Pill-o that you can set alarms (that you can also easily reschedule if you cant easily take your meds right then) that also donates to a charity of your choosing.♥ 1source record 4146

Putting a sticker on my mirror that says "Positivity is a choice" so it's the first thing I see every morning. Over time, using it as a reminder that I'm in control of my brain, helped me change my whole outlook on life.♥ 1source record 4231

When things start to feel overwhelming, or a difficult life situation occurs, instead of saying “it’s soooo hard!” To say “it’s ONLY hard and I’ve done hard before, conquered it, and bought the mf’ing t-shirt, hard ain’t nothing but a thing! I got this, it ONLY hard!” Also, remembering that we ALWAYS have a choice, you may not be ok with the “other” option, but you always have a choice,even if for some reason your other options get taken away somehow, you still have a choice in how you react and behave to those options being taken away. Those two things have helped me more times than I can count.♥ 1source record 4239

I take pics of my oven, straightener, iron before leaving house to make sure I have them off♥ 0source record 4330

making numbered to do list, generating 3 random numbers and then picking the thing i wanna do out of the 3. it gives an illusion that I actually wanna do the thing I'm doing.♥ 0source record 4406

I send myself messages so I don't forget things. Box breathing has saved me so many times. And telling myself out loud, ' Nicky stop! stop telling yourself bad things! it's not real!, Stop it!♥ 0source record 4571

before leaving for a trip, I make a video of me doing a walk through my apartment, making sure all the locks are locked, plugs unplugged and lights turned off. If I start worrying on the trip that I didn't unplug an iron, or didn't lock my door, I just watch the video♥ 0source record 4584

I put the contents of my fridge, and the amount available, in my notes on my iPhone. Then when I'm at the store and I wonder "do I have any mustard, I type in ex. "mustard" and and I will see that I have a half bottle on the second shelf. I do this with my pantry, my spice rack, and my freezer as well. I also keep a running grocery list with the aisle numbers and what I need from each aisle.♥ 0source record 4619

take a picture of your oven/curling iron/straightener unplugged/turned off before you leave the house so you don't have to worry♥ 0source record 4659

The gratitude journal. I don’t keep one, bc ADHD, and can’t remember to do everyday, but… whenever I’m feeling overwhelmed, or feeling sorry for myself, I think of one thing I’m grateful for, even something stupid, like the squirrel holding a nut in the yard. Just focusing on that specific image or memory, just makes me recognize the problem is bigger in my mind than reality.♥ 0source record 4752

Take high dose of omega 3’s WITH ADHD meds. Game changer for my kid. Better results with slightly lower dosing, no “crash” when it wears off. Based on study of 200kids in the 90’s.♥ 0source record 4800

If you ever need to remember something... say it outloud! Like "I am locking the door." or "I am taking my morning pill." It really helps you to remember and after a while you will be so used to it then when you DON'T say it aloud you'll notice!♥ 0source record 4900

Brushing my teeth after using the bathroom each time, no toothpaste just a quick scrub so when it’s bedtime I can use the toothpaste but it’s just an easier way for me to remember to brush each day.♥ 0source record 4929

When I leave my apartment in the morning, I look at the stove and say, "Off, off, off, off" and when to my toaster, "unplugged." For some reason, I dont like to leave it plugged in. Instead of looking and forgetting, saying it out loud helps me remember when im nervous and questioning myself in the car.♥ 0source record 4934

On Saturday I say to myself … you deserve resting… and I forget about the chores I will do the chores other day anyway♥ 0source record 4992

I have medication I have to take at the same time every day. I set an alarm, but ten minutes later I forget if I actually took it, or just muted the alarm. Now I shoot a message to a friend in discord just saying "taken meds", so there's a clear indicator (and bonus, if I forget, my friend goes "Oi! take your meds!" 😅😂)♥ 0source record 5011

this one is kind of silly but when i see a tiktok comment that really infuriates me i type out my response and then swipe away from the video without actually posting it so i can forget about it♥ 0source record 5307

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Write it down44 index entriesLists, whiteboards, sticky notes and notes apps.

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5 source recordsRecurring approach

Make checking items off rewarding

Add stars, bold marks, game language or an easy first win to make list progress visible.

Turn it into a game
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Gamify everything! Buy gold stars for your todo lists, make a bingo board and give yourself rewards - self care, chocolate, fav show, etc.source record 1133

Making my to do list including mundane things like check my emails and making sure I cross of each one. And not lightly. Use a sharpie! Then I’ll look at my list and think, what can I cross off next. Helps my brain from wandering too much.source record 2251

I named my to do list “Games” and when I check the box I win that game!source record 3488

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Make a bedtime brain dump

Write nighttime worries and next-day tasks down, then give yourself permission to stop rehearsing them.

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Before I go to sleep, I type everything that is on my mind into my notes app. It frees my mind up so I can relax and I have a working to do list the next day.source record 2344

Make a list before bed when I have a lot to do the next day. Instead of laying in bed awake hoping I don’t forget anything I think “I’ll make sure I check the list tomorrow” and this def takes the pressure off.source record 3124

When I get racing thoughts when trying to sleep I sort my thoughts into catagories. 1. Not helpful, thank you 2. I will think about that tomorrow 3. Write it down now. Most of the time the thoughts will fall into the first two catagories, but even if it’s the third, I write it down and then I can forget about it. Has helped me a lot with sleep stresssource record 5000

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Keep the daily list physically short

Use an index card or post-it so only a realistic number of tasks fits.

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Every day I write my to-do list on a white index card and the list is ONLY what I can realistically finish that day. Then when I’m done, I get to tear it up and write the next day’s before I forget. Analog, easy, and satisfyingsource record 1090

I took a college course and the professor got me hooked on index card to-do lists in my back pocket every day. Perfect size and stronger than papersource record 1091

Post it note to do list for the day. Keeps it short, focused and feels manageable (no cheating with tiny handwriting though).source record 5094

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Break the task into checkable steps

Turn a vague task into small explicit actions and check them off one at a time.

Remove a step
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If I can't do a Task™️I write down a checklist and break it into as many small steps as possible (ex, "do the dishes" starts with "go downstairs"). Checking the boxes off is unreal artifical achievement boost 😭source record 3139

I use my white board as a thought dump and then separate into do: now, soon & later categories so it helps organize tasks a lil better. also on the same board I have all the tasks to do w cleaning for each room of the house in case I forgetsource record 5154

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Save a reusable reference list

Keep a standing packing or meal list and reuse it instead of reconstructing it from memory.

Move memory outside the brain
Create a default

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I have packing lists saved on my notes so whenever I have to pack for a trip, I don’t have to worry about forgetting something because I use the same packing list every time!source record 619

I have a notes app for meals my husband I like. Every meal I write down the name and so when we inevitably have no idea what to eat, I browse the selection of meals we know we like. Takes 2 seconds to write it down and saves a lot of hanger trying to decide what to eat.source record 631

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I have packing lists saved on my notes so whenever I have to pack for a trip, I don’t have to worry about forgetting something because I use the same packing list every time!

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If you have a sore throat, DO NOT WHISPER. I went to university for voice and my voice teacher insisted on this. Speaking vibrates your vocal cords which helps get icky stuff off them. Whispering just blows more bacteria on them. Do your best to not speak at all (write stuff down, learn simple ASL signs) but if you must speak, don’t whisper. Even speaking quietly is better than whispering because your vocal cords vibrate.

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As I remember something, I write things i need to do or bring on those tiny post notes and put it on the door going to the garage. I can't miss them like I do on the list on the counter and it's cathartic to take them off the door. Seeks simple but has made a huge difference.♥ 7source record 294

I habit stack during bathroom time. as a girl with adhd and IBS, it’s been life changing to incorporate non-dopamine related tasks that I can accomplish on my phone instead of scrolling (text people back, write a grocery list, schedule a doctor appointment, etc etc etc) it makes me feel like I just stole back my time, yet nobody was forcing me to do it♥ 6source record 547

I have packing lists saved on my notes so whenever I have to pack for a trip, I don’t have to worry about forgetting something because I use the same packing list every time!♥ 1,075source record 619

If I feel like I've done nothing all day, I write down everything I did do (even just waking up or drinking water) and it helps me feel less useless♥ 564source record 844

YES! A ta-da list instead of a to do list!♥ 10source record 849

Make everything a competition with myself- I bet I can’t get these dishes unloaded before the microwave goes off. I bet I can’t do a full laundry change and fold before the water boils, I bet I can’t make a grocery list and menu in under 10 min…♥ 6source record 960

I took a college course and the professor got me hooked on index card to-do lists in my back pocket every day. Perfect size and stronger than paper♥ 1source record 1091

Gamify everything! Buy gold stars for your todo lists, make a bingo board and give yourself rewards - self care, chocolate, fav show, etc.♥ 18source record 1133

I keep a running to do list on a note pad by the couch. As I think of things I need to do, I add them to the list so they're not running around my head. When I get a chance, I cross things off the list.♥ 20source record 1402

Notes app for remebering stuff♥ 25source record 1468

I have discovered that I love large white boards. I write down all the things I need to remember or focus on that day and use bright happy dry erase markers to check them off. I also mark a tally of the glasses of water I drink and my long supplements list that I now always remember to take.♥ 13source record 1639

I leave the final task or part of something for first thing tomorrow so I can start my day with an accomplishment. Turn on the (preloaded) dishwasher, turn in the completed document/project, put the final piece in the puzzle etc. I sticky note my mirror to remember where I left off last night and ride that dopamine high into the day.♥ 5source record 1812

I set my future self up for success: I put reminders in my calendar for passport expiration, property taxes due, etc.♥ 5source record 1815

If I need to remember to bring something, I write it in a post it and then staple it around the strap of my purse so I see it before I leave the house.♥ 5source record 1941

I find grocery shopping very overstimulating and I forget thing and walk up and down the whole shop multiple times to find things. recently I've been writing my shopping list in the order that I encounter things in the shop, that way I do one walk through, I'm not going back on myself, I don't forget anything, and it's quicker 🌸♥ 4source record 2257

Before I go to sleep, I type everything that is on my mind into my notes app. It frees my mind up so I can relax and I have a working to do list the next day.♥ 3source record 2344

I have an idea dump in the back of all of my journals and whenever I have an idea I jot it there so I don’t forget and have a list to return to when I want to do something new!♥ 3source record 2495

I will buy a new scent of conditioner, a new shirt, or just something a little different on my normal shopping list so I have something to look forward to the next day when I wake up. I wake up thinking "I get to use that new... whatever it is." It starts my day with a little bit of joy and gratitude.♥ 3source record 2498

I have a “stuff to do” list on my notes with check boxes. I literally put every task on there that I would forget. Ex: “Print off check stubs”. It takes a mental load off your brain trying to remember every small task and makes you feel like you accomplished something when you check them off♥ 3source record 2588

Putting things in my phone notes app. It has helped me with reminders and lists. Then when I can delete it, I feel good!♥ 2source record 3097

The “eat your frog” theory. Do the hardest thing in your todo list first and the rest is cake.♥ 2source record 3302

If you find yourself ruminating on something that’s bothering you, write it down. Sometimes just getting it out on paper gets it out of your head. Bonus points if you rip up the paper and throw it away to signal to your brain that you’re throwing away the thought.♥ 2source record 3335

I write 3 things I'm excited about each morning and 3 things im grateful for at night. it shifts me from negativity and honestly depression to more content and happy generally. probably got this from someone like Mel Robins... can't remember who but it works♥ 2source record 3342

I make a to do list every day: dishes, laundry… etc. it just makes me feel so accomplished marking it off even when it’s normal tasks♥ 1source record 3445

I named my to do list “Games” and when I check the box I win that game!♥ 1source record 3488

Using the Notes section under a contact in my phone to capture significant dates and items they say they are interested in. Makes gift shopping so much easier!!♥ 1source record 3565

Before I retired from teaching, I wrote on my hands all the time! I worked in Sped, so I always had wet wipes nearby too.♥ 1source record 3623

I Mae a to do list that starts with “Finish List” so once I’m done writing everything down I can immediately check that off so I’m off to a great start!!♥ 0source record 4514

Calling a 'to do list' a 'wish list' it takes away the shame of not finishing it, and also reduces my demand avoidance as I'm not expecting that of myself.♥ 0source record 4792

Make a to do list then do the items starting with the one you want to do the least. The ‘reward’ is looking forward to doing the most fun task last♥ 0source record 4854

When I’m trying to sleep and there is something that I need to remember (so I keep trying to repeat it to myself so that I don’t forget), I just grab my phone off of the nightstand and put it on my calendar for the next morning. Then my mind can just let it go and I can sleep.♥ 0source record 4861

Post it note to do list for the day. Keeps it short, focused and feels manageable (no cheating with tiny handwriting though).♥ 0source record 5094

If I’m worrying about tasks or a thing I need to remember, I text it to myself. I might not open a list, but I’m looking in my messages constantly.♥ 0source record 5136

When some thing bothers me, I write it down. Name it! Write my emotional conflict with it and solutions and it releases me from my obsessive thoughts♥ 0source record 5211

I put the Tasks widget on my homescreen and schedule daily reminders for things. Ive tried every kind of planner, to do list, paper or digital and this is the only thing that actually works.♥ 0source record 5241

I found writing two or three words regarding each thought on a post-it note and sticking it on the wall by my night table helpful. I’d tell myself it was a reminder to think about it in the morning, like permission not to think of it any more that night. Back to sleep in minutes. More often than not, the note just went in the recycling bin the next morning♥ 0source record 5402

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Meds and pills chained to habits35 index entriesChaining medication to coffee, deodorant and routines.

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Use when: Meds and pills chained to habits

How commenters applied it: Chaining medication to coffee, deodorant and routines.

What readers reported: I’m not allowed to put on my deodorant until I’ve taken my med of the day. Now if I can’t remember if I taken my meds that day, I do a sniff test and I know the answer. I don’t forget anymore!!

Limit: i tape my meds to my deodorant so i never forget 😁 it doesnt work unfortunately

The common mechanism is attaching medication to an existing routine or visible state. Outcomes are mixed: one late commenter explicitly reported that taping the medication to deodorant still did not work.

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i tape my meds to my deodorant so i never forget 😁 it doesnt work unfortunately

source record 2440♥ 3

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can't sleep? Cue your body that it is definitely sleep time by pairing things to days you do sleep well (or take meds to make you sleep well). Specific sound - use a very specific audiobook, specific smell - I put a little badger balm under my nose. Sensation if you can also helps - I often have headache issues so I use 4head which is a bit tingly. On a day you think you may struggle to sleep tell your body it's sleep time by giving it everything you've associated with good sleep. if you've gone to bed and can't sleep - get up, make your bed, do something else for 20 mins, come back to bed with the cues. I also have an arrangement with myself - I only have to be resting for 30 minutes. If I'm not asleep that's fine, if I want to get up after that's fine too. It takes some of the worry/anxiety about not sleeping out. I make this by setting a sleep timer on Audible. If the book stops it's been 30 mins, mostly I can't be bothered to reset it because I'm close to being asleep. (Ignore all of the above for hypomania, mania, agitation etc because I have tried so hard and it doesn't work...only meds work)

source record 4856♥ 0

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8 source recordsRecurring approach

Attach pills to coffee or a meal

Place medication beside an item used at a dependable meal or coffee moment.

Attach it to an existing routine
Change the environment

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Atomic Habits habit stacking to remember stuff - prep my coffee for the next morning = take my evening meds. Do it SO consistently without thinking. Also! The second I start feeling sick, 3 pills of echinacea at breakfast/lunch/dinner. Stop the moment you start to feel better. Knocks down so much crud and reduces length of bad stuff.source record 2836

I take my morning vitamins while my coffee is being made. Now not only do I not forget, but I also drink a glass of water and a moment to reflect on the upcoming day while I wait for my morning brew. It also gives me a moment of calm in the crazy chaos of the morning and if I need medications when I’m older, I’m already in the habit of taking them.source record 4911

put my really important med in the refrig next to my coffee half n half, never forgot to take it since then because i never miss coffee with half and halfsource record 4996

5 source recordsRecurring approach

Flip the bottle after taking it

Turn the bottle upside down after the dose and reset it later so today's state stays visible.

Make the state visible

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I place my meds upside down and then when I take them I put the bottle right side up. took me literal years of forgetting to think of it LOLsource record 213

I turn my vitamin & medicine bottles upside down after I take them so I know that I took them. Then at night when I set up my coffee, I reset them. I akso keep a 16 oz glass of watee on my bathroom sink so that I start drinking water as soon as I wake up and I’m getting ready for the day, I tried to complete it by the time I have my coffee.source record 3054

I turn my pill bottle upside downsource record 3717

5 source recordsRecurring approach

Gate a grooming step behind medication

Pair medication with deodorant or toothbrushing, and make the familiar grooming step come second.

Attach it to an existing routine
Change the environment

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I’m not allowed to put on my deodorant until I’ve taken my med of the day. Now if I can’t remember if I taken my meds that day, I do a sniff test and I know the answer. I don’t forget anymore!!source record 211

No. I won’t let myself put on the deodorant until I’ve taken them. I keep my meds next to my deodorant in my bathroom too. I think putting a sticky note on the mirror when creating the habit would help too.source record 218

i tape my meds to my deodorant so i never forget 😁 it doesnt work unfortunatelysource record 2440

4 source recordsRecurring approach

Remove the pill-bottle friction

Pre-sort, set out or move pills into an easy-to-see container so taking them requires fewer steps.

Remove a step
Change the environment

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Taking meds - putting all the containers in a larger container that is annoyingly colored and sticks out. I pull every med out every time, so I never forget one. And the odd colored bag helps me never forget it when travelingsource record 1687

I’m terrible at taking meds/pills but I realized the barrier was taking the cap off the bottle. I now have them in cute dishes in eyesight and I remember to take them everyday!source record 2161

I take meds in the morning and at night, so I put my meds into those pill holder keychains. I have one color for night and another for the morning, so I just open it and take them, vs having to get up. 😂source record 3965

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Pair pills with pet feeding

Give a pet its food or treat at medication time so the animal becomes a persistent social cue.

Attach it to an existing routine
Borrow another person's momentum

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I take my meds when I feed my border collie and she has impeccable timing and never forgetssource record 1258

I gave my cat a treat every time I had to take my pills I did this for 3 days and now he reminds me when it’s time to take them! (I would forget if he didn’t meow constantly.)source record 5048

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source record 211♥ 27,538

Later-arriving source

I always forget to take vitamins. But I'm (currently) taking a few prescriptions every day, so I put my vitamins in pill containers that look like the others. I've added vitamins to my daily routine by simply hijacking a habit that I never forget to do.

posted about 44 days after the source♥ 2

Zero-like source

I gave my cat a treat every time I had to take my pills I did this for 3 days and now he reminds me when it’s time to take them! (I would forget if he didn’t meow constantly.)

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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What the counts show

Chaining medication to coffee, deodorant and routines.

35index entries

35distinct source records

11.1%of parent category

0.6%of the complete index

28top-level comments

7replies

Browse the original comments35 preserved records · 35 of 35 source records accounted for

I turn my bedroom light on when I get out of bed and won’t turn it off until I’ve taken my meds in the morning!♥ 5source record 40

I place my meds upside down and then when I take them I put the bottle right side up. took me literal years of forgetting to think of it LOL♥ 36source record 213

I forget my meds and my deodorant all the time♥ 0source record 262

I write self care items on my todo list-like meds, breakfast, shower, along with work duties and other tasks♥ 0source record 845

I take my meds when I feed my border collie and she has impeccable timing and never forgets♥ 19source record 1258

ive been taking it with my other morning meds, and I don't eat until hours after I wake up. ill have to remember taking my vitamin d with my first meal of the day, which is usually lunchtime♥ 0source record 1522

Habit stacking with environmental design. This is how I remember to take my meds. Wendy Wood’s book Good Habits Bad Habits is the best with the science behind this. Skip Atomic Habits.♥ 3source record 1565

Timers. I tend to lose track of time. If something’s really important, from taking my bone pill 1x week, a bday phone call to a work deadline, I have an alarm system on my phone.♥ 6source record 1595

I take allergy meds year round now. Haven't had a sinus infection in like 10 years.♥ 86source record 1624

I’m terrible at taking meds/pills but I realized the barrier was taking the cap off the bottle. I now have them in cute dishes in eyesight and I remember to take them everyday!♥ 4source record 2161

i tape my meds to my deodorant so i never forget 😁 it doesnt work unfortunately♥ 3source record 2440

If I'm too tired to get up and take my nightly meds, I just think about how awful I was doing a few years ago when I rarely took my meds and tell myself "take them or you're going back to the psych ward" and it always makes me get up and take them♥ 3source record 2583

I wish I had that option. Mine doesnt even have an auto turn off. Too many times Ive run home only to find out I did, in fact, unplug it. I do it with my meds too. So i can have a time stamp of when I took them (like Tylenol).♥ 0source record 2871

I can’t sleep without my retainers so I’m really good at remembering to put them in. I take my night meds when I put my retainers in and my morning meds when I take them out…. I can never remember if I’ve taken my meds but always know if my retainers are in my mouth or not 😂♥ 2source record 2878

I had a slight tremor on my left side—hand, eye twitch. I thought it was age related. Never took a multivitamin because B-vitamins make me so nauseated. Turns out the tremor was due to slight B vitamin deficiency. Started taking high quality, super quick absorbing B12 and problem is totally gone. Didn’t even know there was such as thing as quick absorbing B vitamins. What a relief! Worth the small extra expense.♥ 1source record 3619

I keep my toiletries in the room of the house where I usually remember them, NOT in the bathroom all together. My deodorant is in a little cabinet in my kitchen, for example, because I’m always in there when thinking to do a sniff test. My routine is smoother than ever before.♥ 1source record 3683

I turn my pill bottle upside down♥ 1source record 3717

2 part solution to treating adulthood adhd diagnosis: 1. take new meds on same schedule as old meds 2. eat fat/protein with breakfast!♥ 1source record 3736

Taking anti anxiety meds cured my anxiety 😂 I just never ever believed it could so I put it off for YEARS♥ 0source record 4403

nighttime me is way more mentally functional than morning me. nighttime me sets out my meds, fills up my tumbler, and preps the coffee pot for morning me every night.♥ 0source record 4665

I like to make lists and mark things off as I go. Sometimes I will add smaller things like eating a snack,taking meds, or finding lost sock...just so it adds more things that are checked off and I feel more proud of myself.♥ 0source record 4916

put my really important med in the refrig next to my coffee half n half, never forgot to take it since then because i never miss coffee with half and half♥ 0source record 4996

I gave my cat a treat every time I had to take my pills I did this for 3 days and now he reminds me when it’s time to take them! (I would forget if he didn’t meow constantly.)♥ 0source record 5048

I turn the bottle upside down once I’ve taken my meds in the am. Then turn it upright before I go to bed (on my bedside table). That way I know I took it♥ 0source record 5179

Similar to the person above who has to take meds before putting on deodorant. I take mine before I do my teeth, that way if you forget and take them after, your teeth get that piercing cold sensitivity. It also became habit to think of my meds when I reach for my toothbrush.♥ 0source record 5272

I take BP medication at lunch. On my days off I am especially bad at remembering if I took it or not. So now I leave the bottle on the table, so when I sit down for lunch it's right there, after I take the pill I flip the bottle upside down, if I'm unsure at any point in the day I can go look if the bottle has been flipped. Then at dinner time I am reminded to turn it right side up because again it's right there.♥ 0source record 5319

Archive: 35 index entries preserve 35 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 22 records matched, 13 outside those rules, 2 in multiple

Put it where you'll trip over it28 index entriesBlocking your own path so you can't forget the thing.

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Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Put it where you'll trip over it

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Put it where you'll trip over it

28 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Put it where you'll trip over it

How commenters applied it: Blocking your own path so you can't forget the thing.

What readers reported: If I’m laying in bed half asleep and think of something I need to remember tomorrow I throw a pillow at the bedroom door. When I get up and wondering why the pillow is across the room it makes me remember the thing.

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

Common approaches in the comments

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11 source recordsRecurring approach

Put the keys with the item

Place keys on or beside anything that must leave with you so departure cannot happen without seeing it.

Change the environment
Carry the next task with you

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If I need to remember something, I put my keys next to it. Most times my keys are in the fridge along with my lunch for work, so I never forget it.source record 25

I put my keys in the fridge with my lunch so I don't forget my lunch. Or my keys on anything I need to remember to also leave withsource record 615

If I want to make sure I remember to take something with me when I leave the house, I set my keys and whatever it is I need to take with me together on the counter. Can’t leave without my keys 🤷🏻‍♀️source record 2069

4 source recordsRecurring approach

Block a routine path

Put the reminder on the phone, shoes or door handle so a normal movement encounters it.

Change the environment
Make the state visible

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If you don’t want to forget something, put it on top of your phone.source record 2820

Anything I don’t want to forget to bring with me the next day I put on top of my shoes 😂source record 4051

hang anything you need to take with you on your door handle. you won't forget it 🥰source record 4339

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Throw a pillow out of place

Move a pillow to the floor or door at night so its odd location prompts the morning memory.

Make the state visible
Change the environment

See 3 representative source examples

If I’m laying in bed half asleep and think of something I need to remember tomorrow I throw a pillow at the bedroom door. When I get up and wondering why the pillow is across the room it makes me remember the thing.source record 614

When I wanna remember something in the morning but don’t want to open my phone before going to bed I throw a pillow on the ground so when I wake up I’m like “why’s that pillow there?” And then I remembersource record 4376

Sometimes when I’m in bed falling asleep and i remember something I’m supposed to do the next day but I’m worried that I’ll forget about it when I wake up, I take a pillow from my bed and throw it on the floor. When I wake up the next morning, I’m like wow what is it doing there??? And then I’m like oh right I’m supposed to do thingsource record 5360

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Give essentials one permanent home

Keep keys, wallet and other departure essentials in a fixed bag, hook or pocket.

Create a default
Change the environment

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I have ADHD and bought a small, plain, rectangular, purse. I have my wallet, my keys, a swiss card, a small bag with a disposable toilet seat cover, a small roll of toilet paper and a tampon, just in case. A small mirror, a lip gloss, and a friend gave me a small, reusable grocery bag that I love. Now, I don't run around my house, I'm always ready to go and I don't care if it doesn't match everything. I love not second guessing myself or making a mental list of what I should carry.source record 1693

all of my important items have homes and they ALWAYS go back to their homes. my keys are either on the key hook by the door or in a very specific pocket of my bag. they go nowhere else but my handssource record 5437

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source record 614♥ 594

Later-arriving source

posted about 82 days after the source♥ 4

Zero-like source

posted about 43 days after the source♥ 0

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What the counts show

Blocking your own path so you can't forget the thing.

28index entries

28distinct source records

8.9%of parent category

0.5%of the complete index

25top-level comments

3replies

Browse the original comments28 preserved records · 28 of 28 source records accounted for

If I need to remember something, I put my keys next to it. Most times my keys are in the fridge along with my lunch for work, so I never forget it.♥ 5source record 25

I should loudly “YOUR KEYS ARE ON THE MiCrOOOoooWaAaAVeEEe 🎵 “ then when I wonder where my keys are, I remember - same thaaang 😌♥ 1source record 437

I put my keys in the fridge with my lunch so I don't forget my lunch. Or my keys on anything I need to remember to also leave with♥ 19source record 615

I write the name of the thing on a post it note and it goes on my door above the handle. That is super helpful too♥ 4source record 1046

I put my car keys in the fridge with my lunch, so I can’t forget it. Takes me a couple seconds to remember where they are, but now I know where to look lol.♥ 5source record 1848

If I need to take something when I leave home, that isn't part of my normal routine, I put my car keys with it so I can't leave without it.♥ 3source record 2554

If you don’t want to forget something, put it on top of your phone.♥ 2source record 2820

If you need to take something with you when you leave somewhere, but might forget put your car keys with it. For example, lunch leftovers in the work fridge? You’re definitely gonna forget those by the end of your day, but if you set your car keys on top of them you can’t leave without them.♥ 2source record 2858

when I leave the house, I don't close the door until I insert the key into the lock to make sure I never forget the key and lock ourself (I have a toddler) out or accidentally grab the wrong keys.. my best friend locked herself out 2 times in the recent years and waited in my place until her husband came home and I would have nowhere to go bc she's at work and I'm a stay at home mom♥ 2source record 3005

tape your remotes to a board so they dont get lost.♥ 2source record 3176

I used to have the worst short term memory. I got myself a little mini memo pad and a pencil to keep in my purse and I write down any of the little things or big things that I need to remember or make note of. then every so often I flip thru each page and it would remind me of all kinds of stuff. after doing this for several months I did notice a huge change in my memory.♥ 1source record 3582

The night before my car keys go on/ in the thing I can not forget to bring with me: lunch box, documents on the printer, charcuterie board in the fridge, package for FedEx etc. whatever it is my car keys go there, I literally can not leave without them.♥ 1source record 3802

Keeping a gratitude journal in my purse I write down what I’m thankful for and small moments that have brought me joy♥ 1source record 3895

Put your keys in the fridge with your lunch and you’ll never forget it lol♥ 1source record 3905

OHIO - only handle it once. When my adhd/procrastination has me putting off a task I really want done, I try to remember “OHIO” when I’m close to something related to that task. Rip the bandaid off and do it right then. Works a decent amount of the time. 🙃♥ 1source record 3911

If I need to remember to do something, I’ll visualise myself remembering it while doing a task I’m set to do later. Like putting the key in the front door - this was I trigger the memory when doing an action I was already going to do.♥ 1source record 3956

Anything I don’t want to forget to bring with me the next day I put on top of my shoes 😂♥ 1source record 4051

hang anything you need to take with you on your door handle. you won't forget it 🥰♥ 0source record 4339

I keep nasal saline spray next to my toothbrush so I remember to rinse my sinuses twice a day. Haven’t had a sinus infection in 20 years.♥ 0source record 4361

Do something to trigger a reminder. Like “I can’t forget to bring that paperwork with me tomorrow” so I stack my shoes on top of one another or put my keys on the floor. When I put my shoes on or go to get my keys it reminds me of what I needed to bring.♥ 0source record 5367

If I must not forget a particular thing when I leave the house, I put my keys in/on that object.♥ 0source record 5408

As I’m leaving my house I do a check list. Glasses, lunch, car keys, purse. It’s helped me remember my glasses and have to make less trips inside for something I’ve forgotten♥ 0source record 5411

all of my important items have homes and they ALWAYS go back to their homes. my keys are either on the key hook by the door or in a very specific pocket of my bag. they go nowhere else but my hands♥ 0source record 5437

Archive: 28 index entries preserve 28 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 19 records matched, 9 outside those rules, 1 in multiple

Alarms, reminders and phone nudges12 index entriesAlarms and reminders that do the remembering for you.

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Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Alarms, reminders and phone nudges

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Alarms, reminders and phone nudges

12 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Alarms, reminders and phone nudges

How commenters applied it: Alarms and reminders that do the remembering for you.

What readers reported: use your subconscious like siri. "hey subconscious, remind me about abc before I leave tomorrow" it's not instant, but I swear it works. a similar idea is just writing reminders on your hand. "recycling" is on the back of my hand right now.

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

4 source recordsRecurring approach

Set a timer for the easy-to-forget moment

Use a timer or repeated reminder for food, dishes or another task that disappears from attention.

Move memory outside the brain
Create a default

See 3 representative source examples

I set timers so I don’t forget food. Even if it’s 2 minutes.source record 1376

I recently put in two reminders a day for doing the dishes (which I PASSIONATELY despise lol), and now there’s never a mountain of dirty dishes anymore and it literally takes me a maximum of 5 minutes each time. It has genuinely improved my mental health, me 1 adhd 0! lol 😭source record 4896

Set the microwave timer for are minutes as a remindersource record 5376

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Change the scene until the task is done

Leave a light on or an object in an odd place so the environment holds the reminder.

Make the state visible
Change the environment

See 2 representative source examples

I leave lights on in rooms that I have to go back to & complete a task I want done. I hate leaving lights on in rooms I’m not in, so it’s my reminder that I needed to do something in there. So I’ll leave my laundry room light on so I remember to put the wash in the dryer, or I’ll leave my room light on so I remember I need to fill my water bottle up before I go to bed. Once all the lights are off, I know I did everything I set out to do that daysource record 812

Putting something random in the middle of the floor as a reminder. Like if I’m in the shower and I think “oh I need to remember that” I’ll take a shampoo bottle and set it on the floor outside the shower and when I inevitably forget 20 seconds later, once I step out of the shower I see the bottle and immediately remembersource record 3395

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use your subconscious like siri. "hey subconscious, remind me about abc before I leave tomorrow" it's not instant, but I swear it works. a similar idea is just writing reminders on your hand. "recycling" is on the back of my hand right now.

source record 875♥ 573

Later-arriving source

posted about 46 days after the source♥ 7

Zero-like source

Switched to brushing my teeth before breakfast instead of after - no need to remember to do it so now I do it every day without fail. I also made myself a sticker chart to floss every night so I have a visual reminder & “reward”

posted about 47.0 hours after the source♥ 0

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What the counts show

Alarms and reminders that do the remembering for you.

12index entries

12distinct source records

3.8%of parent category

0.2%of the complete index

11top-level comments

1replies

Browse the original comments12 preserved records · 12 of 12 source records accounted for

I set timers so I don’t forget food. Even if it’s 2 minutes.♥ 2source record 1376

I set an alarm for the time that I need to leave the house. NOT so I remember when to leave but so when I need to leave I don’t have to spend 10 minutes searching for my phone. It will just start ringing and ringing until I find it. Usually it’s under a pile of laundry or in a closet. It saves me from being late because I couldn’t find my phone♥ 4source record 2226

I took one of my empty medicine bottles (a really big one) and only put a weeks worth in and keep it by my bed. When my alarm goes off and I forget I can count how many are left vs what day to help know if I took it or not (hi adhd)♥ 3source record 2546

I have a ring that I don't wear to work; I put it on in the morning on my days off. It's a subtle but constant reminder that my time is my own.♥ 3source record 2617

I was extremely disorganised for so long. I have completely turned this around by a. Just doing a task as soon as I remember it (answering an important email) OR setting an alarm (not reminder) to do it later. It sounds so obvious I know! Also, automating everything financial (direct debits, savings, investing)♥ 1source record 4217

Set the microwave timer for are minutes as a reminder♥ 0source record 5376

When i don’t want to start something i tell myself I’ll do it for 10 min and set a timer…. It’s not long to commit too and 99% of the time I get into the task and forget about the timer.♥ 0source record 5432

Archive: 12 index entries preserve 12 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 6 records matched, 6 outside those rules, 0 in multiple

What you eat, drink and swallow263 records · 6 sub-topicsEdible upgrades — food, drink, supplements and quitting.

Small changes on the plate122 index entriesSingle food swaps commenters swear changed how they feel.

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Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Small changes on the plate

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Small changes on the plate

122 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Small changes on the plate

How commenters applied it: Single food swaps commenters swear changed how they feel.

What readers reported: KC Davis said to put your condiments in the drawers in the fridge (because you're always willing to work to get a condiment) and put your produce in the door of the fridge (so it's always visible and easily accessible). Ever since we made the switch,…

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

✓ Supported, with contextWhat the evidence says: Small meal-order trials found lower post-meal glucose excursions when vegetables and protein came before carbohydrates. “Prevents” is too absolute: effects vary, the studies were small, and meal order is not a substitute for an individualized diabetes plan. Sources: Diabetes Care — food-order crossover study

Common approaches in the comments

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5 source recordsRecurring approach

Let breakfast be any food

Choose a filling food you will actually eat instead of requiring conventional breakfast food.

Swap instead of subtract
Remove a step

See 3 representative source examples

Big fan of soup for breakfast !source record 644

I just had tacos for breakfast. Better than nothing. Fed is best.source record 648

I’d eat non-breakfast for breakfast most of the time given the opportunity.source record 651

4 source recordsRecurring approach

Cook ahead and freeze portions

Batch one component, freeze portions or cook tomorrow's dinner after today's meal is already ready.

Remove a step
Create a default

See 3 representative source examples

does your brain occasionally let you batch cook? I make chicken soup with instant pot. I made great chicken soup into a special interest. then I freeze half cup portions in souper cubes. I only have the half cup size. also do rice and lentils with veg stock. each week cook one thing and freeze in cubes. then I have a selection. so I'm 3-5mins of microwaving away from a nutritious meal. you can do in soup or beans in a pot and freeze in glass jam or pickle jars also.source record 160

Every Monday, we have breakfast for dinner, and we freeze any extra pancakes, French toast, quiche, etc.. we save for that weekend’s breakfasts or snacks.source record 1309

I started cooking dinner for the “next” night. We arrive home hungry and warm up the meal that’s already prepared. Then after I’ve had time to relax, I casually fix dinner for the next night without feeling rushed. This also eliminated snacking the moment we get home because there is no wait.source record 2887

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Add beans more often

A small recurring cluster described making beans a regular part of meals.

Swap instead of subtract
Attach it to an existing routine

See 2 representative source examples

eating beans everyday. Killed sugar cravings and I feel so much better.source record 2787

Super random, but I started eating hella beans lately and it’s completely improved my gisource record 3072

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Keep a list of meals you like

Use a running meal list to reduce decision fatigue when hunger makes choosing harder.

Move memory outside the brain
Remove a step

See 2 representative source examples

I keep a running list of all the meals I’ve ever made. No more running out of ideas for dinner.source record 2159

Make a list of foods and meals you like so when you're hungry and not sure what to eat you can look at the list and see if anything jumps out at you.source record 4410

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Put produce where it is visible

Move fruit and vegetables to the refrigerator door and move condiments into drawers.

Change the environment
Swap instead of subtract

See 2 representative source examples

Somewhere I saw putting you fruit & veg in the fridge doors and condiments in the drawers. You’ll dig for ketchup and maybe eat the vegetablessource record 159

KC Davis said to put your condiments in the drawers in the fridge (because you're always willing to work to get a condiment) and put your produce in the door of the fridge (so it's always visible and easily accessible). Ever since we made the switch, we all eat a ton more produce and throw away almost none.source record 1181

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I do SO MANY things with my left hand for this reason! I sometimes catch myself eating with my left hand it's become so familiar to me.♥ 5source record 81

same, I lost 100 lbs. I wasn't eating too much food, I was eating too many calories. I used to eat twice a day but the meals were like 3500 calories. so instead of deep fried chicken tenders, fries cooked in oil, and a large coke. I eat 4 air fried chicken thighs, roasted potatoes, light sour cream, and a diet coke. I eat the same volume but way less calories. stayed consistent and the weight dropped♥ 81source record 150

Bean soup type comment, and eating better doesn’t inherently mean the food is less accessible♥ 14source record 153

Somewhere I saw putting you fruit & veg in the fridge doors and condiments in the drawers. You’ll dig for ketchup and maybe eat the vegetables♥ 8source record 159

eating sardines. cleared my SI depression.♥ 6source record 625

😂 just had sardines with my breakfast♥ 0source record 626

Big fan of soup for breakfast !♥ 32source record 644

I just had tacos for breakfast. Better than nothing. Fed is best.♥ 1source record 648

I’d eat non-breakfast for breakfast most of the time given the opportunity.♥ 0source record 651

I work nights so every morning I come home and eat a hearty supper 😍♥ 0source record 652

I never honk after a red light turns green. Maybe they spilled their smoothie.♥ 2source record 743

50/50 on this. I’ll help with most things, butI don’t provide service to anyone who isn’t a friend. If I’ll provide it, the cost is a dinner for me and my partner. That’s it, have dinner with us. If they never schedule a dinner, never make it a priority, we aren’t that good of friends and you can call a company next time.♥ 1source record 861

Also eating veggies first it prevents spike in blood sugar♥ 3source record 930↑ Open the fact-check

Similar idea: I clean the exterior of the greasy, dusty fume hood above my stove by wiping it down with olive oil, then cleaning it with soap or degreaser as usual. The fresh oil dissolves the old grease, and fresh oil is much easier to remove than old grease.♥ 7source record 987

Before buying an unhealthy snack from store “better to say no to it once, than to say no continuously at home”.♥ 6source record 1050

Yes but if they are eating them more frequently and not throwing out as much produce gone bad… 💁‍♀️♥ 44source record 1182

This is how I am eating Asian food from now on!♥ 2source record 1189

When you make dinner, put the food directly into your Tupperware and serve from there. It really cuts down on cleaning time and keeps pans getting super dirty from mixing like mac and cheese or anything with sauce. I don't have to scrub pans repeatedly anymore!♥ 109source record 1210

Having a snack works for me♥ 2source record 1268

I read somewhere that if it costs less than 10$ to replace it, to throw it out. Just some food for thought 🙂♥ 11source record 1300

Every Monday, we have breakfast for dinner, and we freeze any extra pancakes, French toast, quiche, etc.. we save for that weekend’s breakfasts or snacks.♥ 31source record 1309

After fasting for several days, I have not been sick in 6 years. No masks.♥ 0source record 1324

If you tend to burn food, don’t let yourself leave the kitchen until the food is 100% done. Not only do you notice before it burns, but you can also be done cleaning before the food is even done cooking.♥ 40source record 1375

and for those of us. leaving the kitchen bc our legs or feet hurt, put a chair in there. You can watch the food and be on your phone and even get up and do a bit of a task its still better then being in the next room over♥ 6source record 1377

Put it in a smoothie with fruit and honey?♥ 3source record 1450

i swear if you challenge yourself to drink one serving a day for like a week straight it tastes sweet by the end 😭 you can even like blend it in a smoothie to get through that time♥ 16source record 1454

It never occurred to me that I could just eat vegetables and dressing without the lettuce. I hate lettuce so I never really had salads and one day KC Davis pointed out and it was such a duh moment for me 😂♥ 56source record 1489

Broccoli, big chunks of tomato, carrots, avocado, and a little bit of cheddar cheese with ranch or dill dressing 💕♥ 1source record 1491

Removing processed food. Changed my whole life!!!!!!!!♥ 11source record 1566

Yes!!!! Treat kids with respect and don't belittle them. It helps them so much in the end. Don't sugar coat things to make yourself comfortable. Thank you!!!♥ 2source record 1669

Food choices aren’t yes or no, they are now or later♥ 2source record 1732

When I’m tempted to buy/eat something that I know is not worthwhile for me, I say “you know what [ice cream, cookies, fries, etc] tastes like!” Helps save money and keeps me on my goals, and saving for things that actually meaningful♥ 5source record 1755

Another one: breakfast food is any food you will eat for breakfast♥ 2source record 1759

My daughter (picky eater) got a kid mailbox for Christmas I put food in and tell her she has mail. She’s so excited, she’ll eat it♥ 4source record 1789

Keto, losing sugar and flour is game changing!♥ 5source record 1816

Anyone having issues house training a pet, feed them in the last place they had an accident. Once they realize youre not doing that in their designated space (i.e. outside or litterbox) they will try to only go there. They do not want to eat where they pottied.♥ 5source record 1935

I keep a running list of all the meals I’ve ever made. No more running out of ideas for dinner.♥ 4source record 2159

I worked for many years in a nursing home as an occupational therapist, and I saw way too many people post CVA (stroke) who were unable to wipe their own butts with their non-dominant hand. So now I practice just in case that ever happens to me. I also occasionally eat and write with my nondominant hand.♥ 4source record 2170

Never leave a room empty handed! Like if you go to the kitchen for a snack take some trash, or if you are into your bedroom take the empty glass back to the kitchen after.♥ 4source record 2229

Freezing peeled garlic that I buy from Costco. No more peeling and easy to chop or smash 3-4 mins after taking it out of the freezer.♥ 4source record 2274

Olive oil to de squeak a door hinge. Our bedroom door was making noise for forever and then it sent me over the edge w a newborn. I finally put two drops of evoo in the hinge and it’s fixed.♥ 4source record 2275

Every time I eat/drink something healthy that tastes yucky to me (meds/vitamins/veggies) I think about the times I’ve taken a shot of booze. If I’ve done it to f*ck me up, I can do it to treat me right!♥ 3source record 2366

read a study years ago from Harvard and how milk replaces the bodies natural calcium and milk calcium is weaker, showed areas w/ high milk consumption had more broken bones compared, to lower consumption areas. So I generally don't just drink milk anymore except an occasional chocolate milk or milkshake♥ 3source record 2374

Every job I've ever worked, when theres a co worker thats difficult to get a long with or tough, I just offer them something good to eat like really good candy or a snack and I have secretly won them over or created a good memory of me in their mind. hasn't failed me yet!♥ 3source record 2378

Not eating carbs if you want to lose weight♥ 3source record 2407

if you are going to give your kids two options make them two options that they can actually pick. do you want to stay at the park for 5 more minutes or do you want to leave now? do you want to eat your broccoli first or your chicken first? stop giving your kids options when you really want them to pick what you want them to pick.♥ 3source record 2410

Eating regularly.♥ 3source record 2416

for 20 years I have hashimoto's couldn't lose weight to save my life, (before hashimoto's I was always thin) found out through tiktok to not eat gluten, so I stopped all the weight just fell off no extra efforts♥ 3source record 2432

No meat = no more pvc/afib♥ 3source record 2433

taking papaya enzyme after a meal helps metabolism so much♥ 3source record 2479

Fasting♥ 3source record 2564

Read the emails or do the phone related task you’re avoiding in the parking lot before you get yourself something like a snack or drink. Makes you reward yourself for the things that suck.♥ 3source record 2600

Having three balanced meals a day♥ 3source record 2705

Marinated eggs. Amazing healthy low calorie snack that is delicious. Also scary hour…or scary half hour. A dedicated chunk of time where you tackle all those scary feeling tasks and chores or errands you’ve been neglecting or procrastinating. If after 60 min you’re not complete, you’re still done. Move it to the next scary hour. Something about knowing you’re off the hook after that time period makes it way easier to start the task.♥ 2source record 2752

Garlic, pickled garlic♥ 2source record 2759

When eating cheese n crackers put the cheese on the bottom and it catches the cracker crumbs♥ 2source record 2777

eating beans everyday. Killed sugar cravings and I feel so much better.♥ 2source record 2787

Bone broth cured an eye problem I had for about 4 years. When my friend and I did the carnivore diet he had to stop using his glasses because his came back to 20/20.♥ 2source record 2808

Switch from using dinner sized plates to salad plates. Often, you will fill up the large plate with too much food and then force yourself to eat it. (This is particularly true of Clean Plate Club members) But your salad plate with smaller portions will look like its overflowing and trick your brain.♥ 2source record 2860

eating something sour when I find myself getting angry! helps that feeling pass :)♥ 2source record 2879

I started asking if "the juice is worth the squeeze". if i find I'm going to put more into something than I get out, I ask if its worth it. if not, I dont and refuse to feel bad. as a life long people pleaser. its super hard but its helped alot.♥ 2source record 2905

ginger shots. I haven't been sick in years.♥ 2source record 2906

Stab the bottom of cans and blowing on the bottom through the hole (Hash, beans, Dog food ect)♥ 2source record 2919

Meal prepping “one handed foods “ because then I can do one thing while eating♥ 2source record 2932

it took me an hour to get to work yesterday, how fast can I get there today? 🤣🤣🤣 kidding!!!♥ 1source record 2946

Empty the dishwasher first thing when it's done. If my dishwasher is empty, dirty dishes go straight in, my sink stays empty, it's easier to cook a meal because nothing is in the sink. For me, everything stays functional with that one change.♥ 2source record 3010

Super random, but I started eating hella beans lately and it’s completely improved my gi♥ 2source record 3072

Creating WhatsApp groups with only myself. One is a food diary(I’m trying to lose weight) Another one is “ things I did well today”. I’ve about 30 different chats lol. Game changer♥ 2source record 3075

Sobriety♥ 2source record 3137

Maybe part of ED recovery - but for every meal I imagine myself eating whatever the options are to decide what I actually want to eat. Much less food wasted this way, and I usually enjoy my food much more as well. (This trick sometimes works with life decisions too!)♥ 2source record 3196

In the US you can buy honey ointment in the wound care section of CVS.♥ 2source record 3423

drinking pineapple juice for mastitis.♥ 2source record 3427

Honey pack when you got a cold♥ 1source record 3495

Stopped eating desserts, bread, pasta. Greatly reduced my aching joints.♥ 1source record 3510

A drink of pickle juice for foot cramps. Immediate relief.♥ 1source record 3595

Stopped shooting heroin and smoking crack.♥ 1source record 3600

there's an episode of the TV show Chance where the character Dee explains the difference between eating and feeding. it changed my life. if someone is giving you a hard time and you feel like you can't escape them - you're eating their negativity. you need to start feeding that person your energy until they choke on it. make them react to you. this works great if you're in any kind customer service or public facing job.♥ 1source record 3610

going gluten free. heart palpitations and choking on food dissappeared.♥ 1source record 3647

Clove and apple cider ving to get rid of all that extra mucus♥ 1source record 3830

I'm not kidding... planning meals and grocery shopping for the month. weeks 2-4 I might grab milk or berries for my toddler/ little kid but we SAVE 600/ MONTH!!!! We barely eat out/ grab anything anymore either so another 200 ish saved. It was insane to see that kind of savings with just a little more planning♥ 1source record 3847

I learned how to properly apologize from a fast food restaurant. They said when a customer was upset use the acronym LAST listen , apologized satisfy ( make it better) thank .♥ 1source record 3928

Fasting.♥ 1source record 3935

this is something that works for me to help with task avoidance. when i cook dinner, i have to deal with all the dishes before i eat♥ 1source record 3939

At any nudge of pink eye I touch honey to my eyeball. Clears it right up. It burns but it’s effective.♥ 1source record 3954

I have a list on my fridge of all the foods inside and list them by their expiration dates. So if I don’t know what I want to eat I’ll look to see what will be expiring next.♥ 1source record 3993

I smoke pot♥ 1source record 4000

I’m not sure if this counts, but I refuse to eat at my work desk. If I can’t take 15 minutes out my my day to eat, something is wrong. And if I can’t enjoy food for 15 minutes without having to read emails at the same time, I’m doing something wrong. It’s the simple luxury of it♥ 1source record 4015

Honey and garlic cloves in a jar for a couple of weeks.♥ 1source record 4038

When your armpits are extra stinky, it’s build up of bacteria. Putting lemon juice on your pits kills the extra smell at the source, not just cover it up♥ 1source record 4099

If i get food i don't like or if I'm full i say "i don't have to eat this" so i can get rid of the rest without feeling like i have to finish it♥ 1source record 4136

Drugs lots of drugs♥ 1source record 4139

Using food as fuel/medicine. How I eat directly correlates with my mood and energy levels. It's so simple so why do we fight it♥ 1source record 4259

Ginger ! I will chew on pieces of ginger when I dont feel good.♥ 0source record 4275

Juice fasting♥ 0source record 4299

give up sugar and seed oils for 3 weeks you will feel 20 years younger. if you do it message me to tell me your outcome♥ 0source record 4307

When everything feels negative all of the time focus on neutral statements not positive ones. Telling yourself "life is great" when it isn't won't help. But telling yourself "the sky was very blue today", "I saw a nice tree", "I ate some food so I wasn't hungry", "I played a fun game" etc will help your brain shift away from all the negatives of the world.♥ 0source record 4409

Make a list of foods and meals you like so when you're hungry and not sure what to eat you can look at the list and see if anything jumps out at you.♥ 0source record 4410

Guinness♥ 0source record 4423

glass of warm first thing in the morning before eating or drinking anything else...no more UTIs♥ 0source record 4446

I found out when I start making mistakes at work, all I have to do is stop and eat lunch. My shop mate sometimes has to remind me by saying "Dan you're getting Hangry"♥ 0source record 4486

Eating high protein diet. Made my loose weight fast♥ 0source record 4495

Started eating mini wheats and noticed I was regular again♥ 0source record 4551

Learning to eat with my non dominant hand. Very helpful in tight dining spaces and post-op.♥ 0source record 4610

Fasting♥ 0source record 4722

I found this $2 silicone tube at Canadian tire a few days ago for peeling garlic cloves. Are you effing kidding me. I’ve been spending 1/2 hour peeling one head of garlic all my life and now it only takes me 5 mins. Like wow, not a soul in the world ever informed me.♥ 0source record 4751

microwave your garlic for 5-10sec. The peel slides right of! BEST tip EVER!! 🔥💜♥ 0source record 4764

Trying to give up cheese was hard but then read The Cheese Trap and found out it lights up the same part of your brain as heroin and, for some reason, that made it way easier to say buhbye.♥ 0source record 4817

Unless someone is paying my rent, food, or medication, their opinions on my major life decisions mean nothing. I essentially eliminated the pressure of making people proud.♥ 0source record 4915

I had a muscle twitch that went away by eating a couple of bananas♥ 0source record 5132

Starvation diet. Lost like 10kgs and came to believe that carbs is the new smoking.♥ 0source record 5155

Lemon 🍋 juice on your toes lol x Clears it up in few minutes .♥ 0source record 5157

Use the same word as an answer for any verification questions, that banks, etc. ask such as “what city were you born in?“. What was the name of your first pet? “ “where did your parents meet? “ and make the answer for every verification question the same such as banana or earrings.♥ 0source record 5177

Or u could stop eating mucous forming foods.♥ 0source record 5285

Eating popcorn for hearthburn♥ 0source record 5296

Don't cook oats. Not at all necessary and makes me actually want to eat it. Just add milk♥ 0source record 5300

sun stroke, hot drink lots of sugar, hot food works everytime I have had sun stroke♥ 0source record 5305

Have a handful of blueberries 🫐 everyday..it will help with memory loss ❤♥ 0source record 5317

Celery juice♥ 0source record 5380

Eggs for breakfast cured my 15 year period of binge eating. Healthy weight since then without having to diet.♥ 0source record 5427

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Supplements that pulled their weight45 index entriesMagnesium, vitamin D and the pills that earned a spot.

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How commenters applied it: Magnesium, vitamin D and the pills that earned a spot.

What readers reported: Magnesium at night, vitamin D in the morning 🤌🏻 helps mental health soo much!

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⚠ Needs contextContext: Correcting a diagnosed nutrient deficiency can matter, but the comment does not establish that this supplement-and-timing routine improves mental health generally. NIH reviews report that vitamin D trials have not shown prevention or treatment of depressive symptoms, and both supplements have dose, interaction and safety considerations. Sources: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements — magnesium · NIH Office of Dietary Supplements — vitamin D

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Magnesium

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Magnesium at night, vitamin D in the morning 🤌🏻 helps mental health soo much!source record 877

Taking magnesium vitamins cured my constant heart fluttering and eyelid spasms!source record 1213

For anyone on plaquenil with the side effect of night terrors magnesium glycinate can make those night terrors worse and trap you in them for longer. I found out the hard way. My night terrors bleed over into when im awake and become hallucinations. normally they only last 5-10 minutes. with the magnesium glycinate I was stuck like that for hours. i can take magnesium citrate without any issues.source record 1437

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Vitamin D

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Magnesium at night, vitamin D in the morning 🤌🏻 helps mental health soo much!source record 877

taking vitamin D. the number of things it either completely fixed to at least SIGNIFICANTLY improved for how cheap and easy it is almost makes me mad 🤣source record 880

Taking a vitamin D supplement for seasonal depression. During the winter, it’s cold and the days are shorter. You aren’t getting as much sunlight during the winter months so your body isn’t producing enough vitamin D. That’s also why seasonal depression is the most common depressionsource record 3120

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Creatine

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5mg Creatine Monohydrate everydaysource record 2953

Creatine is SO good for a multitude of reasons, especially as we age! I take it daily to help with cognitive functionsource record 3346

Creatine. For everythingsource record 3692

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Zinc at the first sign of illness

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When you start to get that tingly feeling in your nose that signals you’re about to be sick, take an effervescent with zinc every day. You may still get sick, but it cuts the time and severity down SIGNIFICANTLYsource record 2651

Also…take elderberry as soon as you get your first ick. And zinc.source record 2770

Zinc at the very slightest sign of a snifflesource record 2940

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Iron

A smaller cluster described changing or beginning iron supplementation; this should be presented with clinical context.

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Taking my iron supplement every other day instead of every day. Why didn’t anybody mention this in 40 years of my borderline anemia? I’ll never know. 5 years later, never an issue.source record 2359

Taking iron. Seriously. Changed my whole body.source record 3311

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Magnesium at night, vitamin D in the morning 🤌🏻 helps mental health soo much!

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Someone said stick your straightener/curling iron in an oven mitt/ heat proof bag and bring it with you, you’ll never second guess if you unplugged it

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I thought magnesium and iron compete for absorption 😩😩

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Taking binders can heal almost anything♥ 5source record 49

I do this with my perfume and unplugging my curling iron! When I’m at work and question whether I unplugged my curling iron, I smell the perfume on my wrist as reassurance lol♥ 0source record 232

Someone said stick your straightener/curling iron in an oven mitt/ heat proof bag and bring it with you, you’ll never second guess if you unplugged it♥ 0source record 446

Magnesium at night, vitamin D in the morning 🤌🏻 helps mental health soo much!♥ 935source record 877↑ Open the fact-check

taking vitamin D. the number of things it either completely fixed to at least SIGNIFICANTLY improved for how cheap and easy it is almost makes me mad 🤣♥ 624source record 880

I tell everyone this. No one listens. 😂 But its true. I live in the PNW and we are all vitamin D deficient♥ 4source record 883

I already took Vit B/D, but if you're neurodivergent, try adding methylated folic acid (also called methyl folate) and see if your mind/thought patterns are any different. 💜♥ 3source record 884

Taking vitamin D and Saffron literally cleared away depression in a month. Boom. Gone.♥ 245source record 942

I buy the olly happy vitamins that have the same ingredients. I think they work!♥ 1source record 943

Yes! Goo-gone is fish oil♥ 0source record 986

Taking magnesium vitamins cured my constant heart fluttering and eyelid spasms!♥ 97source record 1213

Go for magnesium gylcinate.♥ 1source record 1214

What type of magnesium do you take. I feel like I would benefit but there are so many types♥ 1source record 1218

I didn’t know that! I live somewhere where most people a deficient in Vitamin D in the winter but had no idea I had to take it with food♥ 1source record 1523

I thought magnesium and iron compete for absorption 😩😩♥ 0source record 1570

iron my collars and shirt plackets with a flat iron.♥ 29source record 1674

Vitamin d♥ 4source record 2221

Taking my iron supplement every other day instead of every day. Why didn’t anybody mention this in 40 years of my borderline anemia? I’ll never know. 5 years later, never an issue.♥ 3source record 2359

I was diagnosed with crohns disease and the doctors said the only way to not have repeated severe flair ups was to be on medication that would cost thousands. Started taking magnesium and vitamin c every day. It has been a year and a half with no flair ups and have been able to enjoy the foods I love!♥ 3source record 2379

If you take a lot of different vitamins (and they all look different), throw them in one Tupperware. Then you’re not opening 5 lids everyday♥ 3source record 2529

[account] Taking a prenatal vitamin everyday - though I don’t want to have a baby - I want my body to be nourished, and as it turns out, men benefit from prenatals as well!♥ 3source record 2661

Also…take elderberry as soon as you get your first ick. And zinc.♥ 2source record 2770

you can purchase a smart plug to plug any straightener/iron into♥ 1source record 2870

Zinc at the very slightest sign of a sniffle♥ 2source record 2940

5mg Creatine Monohydrate everyday♥ 2source record 2953

Zinc and lemon juice every day. No cold♥ 2source record 3046

Taking iron. Seriously. Changed my whole body.♥ 2source record 3311

Creatine is SO good for a multitude of reasons, especially as we age! I take it daily to help with cognitive function♥ 0source record 3346

Taking an Omega 3 supplement for nutrition ended up helping my mental health.♥ 1source record 3606

Creatine. For everything♥ 1source record 3692

Taking all essential nutrients…♥ 1source record 3790

My cramps from age 12-30 felt as bad as Labor pains (been through 2 natural births) for 4 days straight every month. I started taking a magnesium complex vitamin every night and I don't get cramps at all anymore.♥ 1source record 4075

vitamins and medicine on my night stand. meds in the morning first thing and vitamins at the end of the night before bed.♥ 1source record 4088

I am in my 40s, taking creatine help me loads with my leg/ knee/ foot pains♥ 0source record 4391

honestly supplements has improved my life so much esp. zinc when you feel the first sickness symptoms♥ 0source record 4428

taking vitamin c every few hours at the first sign of feeling sick. I haven't been sick since, and that was 13 years ago.♥ 0source record 4575

Take methylated vitamins - Bs, D3, NAC, and fish oil. My depressed ADHD brain functions so much better now!!!♥ 0source record 4622

Vitamin D daily♥ 0source record 4762

removing wax from cloths by iron the spot over a paper towel♥ 0source record 4771

Magnesium for depression - can do miracles!♥ 0source record 4883

Magnesium♥ 0source record 4986

Taking a prenatal vitamin everyday - though I don’t want to have a baby - I want my body to be nourished, and as it♥ 0source record 5334

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Water and hydration40 index entriesDrinking more water — the thread's most repeated prescription.

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How commenters applied it: Drinking more water — the thread's most repeated prescription.

What readers reported: Drinking hot water instead of cold

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Drink more water

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Drinking water 🤣source record 982

Drinking a lot of water every daysource record 1636

Drink more water.source record 2811

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Choose warm or hot water

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Drinking hot water instead of coldsource record 1525

Drink hot water. I don’t know why, but it fixes so many things. It’s comforting, relieved the throat, calms the tummy, and keeps you hydrated.source record 2701

Drinking warm watersource record 4251

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Commit to a dedicated bottle or jug

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I bought myself a gallon water jug. I still get to have my sodas and as much as I want! But have to drink my water first.source record 1716

I married myself to a water bottlesource record 5001

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Start with a morning glass

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A glass of cold water when I wake and sun salutations while the coffee is brewin is 🔥!source record 2795

Drink a full glass of water in the morningsource record 4141

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Drinking hot water instead of cold

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mine self care stations, in my car I have hand cream , nail file , lip balm a few snacks, mints and bottle of water then some sort of craft or puzzle book . same in my bedside draw and handbags makes it easier to just give myself a little tlc down time if I get a moment ☺️

posted about 44 days after the source♥ 0

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I have to take a lot of pills for epilepsy and I’m lazy so I learned to take them all at once. Perfected this technique. 1. Put the pills in your mouth. 2. Tip forward to take a sip of something. Water is safe to drink here so I just take a sip from the tap but a water bottle with a straw would work. 3. Stand up and swallow at the same time. - it’s the swinging your head back up motion that makes it work. I struggle with a single pill when I try to take it normally.

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Drinking more water — the thread's most repeated prescription.

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Drinking water 🤣♥ 7source record 982

I also find this happens when I’m dehydrated so if I have an eye twitch I drink a glass of water.♥ 6source record 1066

Drinking hot water instead of cold♥ 70source record 1525

okay! seems like it works, but it feels a lot like drinking water upside down and thats always helped too lol♥ 1source record 1560

Drinking a lot of water every day♥ 8source record 1636

Drinking natural water (spring, mineral, well, etc) will change your life vs drinking purified or processed tap water.♥ 8source record 1685

its not even hydrating♥ 1source record 1686

Water 👀♥ 1source record 1696

I bought myself a gallon water jug. I still get to have my sodas and as much as I want! But have to drink my water first.♥ 3source record 1716

According to Kyle Cox on YouTube, the brain has trouble telling the difference between mild dehydration & hunger after you’ve been awake for 8 hrs (which is why we often get snacky around 2-3pm). Drinking 16 oz of room temperature water & waiting 20-30 min can help determine which we’re actually feeling.♥ 5source record 1853

mixing a bit of baking soda in small glass of water and CHUG it to immediately take out heart burn♥ 4source record 2024

Mines water, specifically drinking it, who knew...?♥ 4source record 2039

Drinking water and learning to say “no”.♥ 3source record 2369

For stuck on food in pan or casserole dish putting dishwasher tab in it with some water and letting it soak overnight. Comes off easily then.♥ 3source record 2679

I own a distiller. It doesn’t take up much counter space. Turns tap water into drinking water. It removes the impurities. I remineralize with drops. Costs about $300 to start up but saves over the years. I spend about $30 a year on water.♥ 3source record 2694

Drink hot water. I don’t know why, but it fixes so many things. It’s comforting, relieved the throat, calms the tummy, and keeps you hydrated.♥ 3source record 2701

Lemon juice breaks up stuck cheese in a mac and cheese pot or on a cheese grater better than any soap. Rub cornstarch into an oil stain on fabric then follow with dish soap. When you condition your hair but it still won't smooth out, you have build up. Rinse with soda water, or watered down lemon juice to remove that build up. Your conditioner will work again.♥ 3source record 2720

A glass of cold water when I wake and sun salutations while the coffee is brewin is 🔥!♥ 2source record 2795

Drink more water.♥ 2source record 2811

Drinking more water♥ 2source record 2832

Drinking water♥ 2source record 2966

1/4 teaspoon of baking soda in a glass of water for interstitial cystitis symptoms. No more painful urgent peeing♥ 2source record 3398

Drink 2 Large glasses of water fixes LOTS of things!♥ 1source record 3734

This is not about me but my boy dog g got his penis stuck in the out position. It would not retract so I took him to the vets. Do you know how they got it back? Sugar water. After doing some searching it can be effective for prolapses and also haemorrhoids. I am a nurse of almost 30 years and never ever seen this as a solution. Sugar water.....thats it!♥ 1source record 3738

Looking for a cure for (ongoing) dehydration. I'm not a water bottle girlie and struggle getting fluids in.♥ 1source record 3848

water♥ 1source record 4017

rimsing my mouth out after eating or drinking!! just with water and especially after eating sweets -- i haven't gotten any new cavities since i was a child and i'm a big soda drinker!♥ 1source record 4131

Drink a full glass of water in the morning♥ 1source record 4141

Drinking warm water♥ 1source record 4251

Tried every diet on the market, rarely had any success. Then started fasting - electrolytes in the morning til around 11.30, had a nice big lunch then just water or tea after that. Ate what I wanted on weekends. Dropped 2 stone!♥ 0source record 4386

I fast, meaning nothing crosses my lips, 1 day a week. The first week of the month I do 2 days in a row. During Spring Equinox I do 7 days, except on day 3 and 6 I have a glass of water♥ 0source record 4572

Water really is the fountain of youth.♥ 0source record 4758

Drink enough water♥ 0source record 4782

Count to ten while drinking water to get the perfect amount of hydration that your looking for♥ 0source record 4810

Drinking more water♥ 0source record 4824

I married myself to a water bottle♥ 0source record 5001

if you have a headach drink water♥ 0source record 5191

tea bag, sugar, powdered milk and spoon, all ready in my mug before going to bed, as well as the right amount of water in the kettle somehow this has changed my mornings 😅♥ 0source record 5329

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Coffee, tea and timing25 index entriesCaffeine choices and when to stop pouring.

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Coffee, tea and timing

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Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Coffee, tea and timing

How commenters applied it: Caffeine choices and when to stop pouring.

What readers reported: When you get a smell stuck in your nose (I know that sounds weird), sniffing coffee grounds takes it away.

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Prepare coffee the night before

Set up the coffee maker at night so the morning starts with fewer steps.

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I do something similar, but I extend it to putting things ready for the morning coffee, setting everything ready to save me at least 5 minutes in the morning. Also helps tons of you're latesource record 995

Get your coffee pot ready the night before so you can just hit brew in the a.m.source record 2584

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Reduce sugar in small steps

Use a smaller spoon or taper sweetness gradually instead of making one abrupt change.

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Remove a step

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I swapped my sugar bowl spoon to a smaller one and it helps me not put as much sugar in my tea.source record 1730

I reduced my sugar in tea and coffee by half a teaspoon and kept it there until I felt used to that level of sweetness (about 6 months) and went from 2 sugars to none. The last half a teaspoon I had to break into smaller parts, until I was just having a couple of grains of sugar and then I couldn’t be bothered explaining to the barista so I just went without.source record 1731

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Try removing coffee

A small recurring cluster linked stopping coffee with steadier mood or energy; individual responses differed.

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I finally found I have a LOT more patience and clarity if I don’t drink coffee. I miss it but im happier and more fun to be around.source record 1963

NO MORE COFFEE - absolutely changed my life for the better. A little tiredness comes and goes but not having that creaky caffeine coffee crash is just amazing…source record 4342

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Use brewing time for one chore

Pair the waiting time for coffee with a quick kitchen reset or dishwasher task.

Attach it to an existing routine
Shrink it with a timer

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I clean my kitchen while my coffee is making and cooling down a bit. I also watch a show while I do it 😊 it’s my least favorite chore lolsource record 3281

Doing dishes is difficult but I make coffee daily… so while my coffee is being made I do the dishwasher real quick and it’s always done before the coffee issource record 3713

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When you get a smell stuck in your nose (I know that sounds weird), sniffing coffee grounds takes it away.

source record 1370♥ 58

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posted about 52 days after the source♥ 1

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Having a nice cup of tea.

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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Caffeine choices and when to stop pouring.

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I do something similar, but I extend it to putting things ready for the morning coffee, setting everything ready to save me at least 5 minutes in the morning. Also helps tons of you're late♥ 2source record 995

Omg you are a lifesaver!! You have no idea how bad I needed this tip! I just watched a ton of her videos. I wish you the very best! May your coffee always be hot, both sides of your pillow always cold, and may you always get all green lights! ✨thank you!♥ 3source record 1302

When you get a smell stuck in your nose (I know that sounds weird), sniffing coffee grounds takes it away.♥ 58source record 1370

That’s why there’s ground coffee in perfumeries! It “resets” your nose 😁♥ 3source record 1372

I keep a cereal dispenser filled with Cheerios right next to my coffee maker. I don't have to decide what to eat for breakfast.♥ 18source record 1564

Put a weak bleach solution in your tea & coffee mugs for a few minutes or even overnight. Takes the stains right off!♥ 14source record 1573

Adding a spoon of honey to my coffee every day solved my chronic hayfever and has kept it away for 15 years♥ 3source record 1714

I swapped my sugar bowl spoon to a smaller one and it helps me not put as much sugar in my tea.♥ 4source record 1730

I finally found I have a LOT more patience and clarity if I don’t drink coffee. I miss it but im happier and more fun to be around.♥ 5source record 1963

I want all the responses in a coffee table book so bad!!! 🤩♥ 3source record 2537

Get your coffee pot ready the night before so you can just hit brew in the a.m.♥ 3source record 2584

Drinking tea throughout the day to stop cravings that are unnecessary♥ 2source record 2959

This thread needs to be turned into a coffee table book!♥ 2source record 2990

All of these should be made into a little coffee table book!♥ 2source record 3012

Drink tea. There are plenty of benefits.♥ 2source record 3180

I clean my kitchen while my coffee is making and cooling down a bit. I also watch a show while I do it 😊 it’s my least favorite chore lol♥ 2source record 3281

[account] often says “whoopsie doodle” and using that phrase whenever making a mistake or a simple accident/annoyance (spilling coffee on yourself) helps keep in mind how unserious most things are in life.♥ 2source record 3412

Talking to machines gently. It doesn’t help the machine work faster but how people see me act when something goes wrong does make a difference. No one likes seeing someone curse out the microwave/computer/coffee maker. It eventually makes it easier to be nicer to yourself too.♥ 1source record 3552

Doing dishes is difficult but I make coffee daily… so while my coffee is being made I do the dishwasher real quick and it’s always done before the coffee is♥ 1source record 3713

NO MORE COFFEE - absolutely changed my life for the better. A little tiredness comes and goes but not having that creaky caffeine coffee crash is just amazing…♥ 0source record 4342

Butter storage. about 20 years ago I was given a marble cheese board with a glass cloche about 6 in in diameter. I keep my butter there. it keeps the butter a little cooler than room temperature. perfect for spreading. I keep it near the toaster which is near the coffee area and not near the refrigerator which really helps the flow of my oddly shaped kitchen.. It's also helpful to know how much butter you have available in the butter dish at a glance. I posted this because I see them advertise those butter bells, but I do not need another maintenance duty which is what those butter bells entail.♥ 0source record 4352

Having a nice cup of tea.♥ 0source record 5055

Chewing gum while studying for something and then chewing the same type of gum when taking the test. Also, controversial, but drinking an energy drink before a test! Definitely got a better score!!!!♥ 0source record 5206

Pretend you’re a straight white man at work. stop being nice over emails. be direct. ask for a pay rise. ask for a discount. ask for a partnership. never ever make a man a coffee in an office ever. I used to earn six figures with a team of 10 people in a male dominated industry.♥ 0source record 5425

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Quitting and cutting back19 index entriesQuitting smoking, drinking, sugar and nail-biting.

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Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Quitting and cutting back

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Quitting and cutting back

19 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Quitting and cutting back

How commenters applied it: Quitting smoking, drinking, sugar and nail-biting.

What readers reported: I'm obese. I thought I was eating much more than a normal person. Started using a calorie tracking app rigorously 2 months ago. Turns out 80% of my meals add up to between 1,800 and 2,000 calories in a day,…

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6 source recordsRecurring approach

Stop drinking alcohol

Alcohol sobriety was the clearest recurring change in this subcategory.

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Quit alcoholsource record 2926

Quitting alcoholsource record 3546

Actually, getting sober. Literally changed everythingsource record 3897

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Cut back caffeine

Another recurring change was reducing or removing coffee and other caffeine.

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Quit drinking coffeesource record 4772

I cut back caffeine after I was having unexplained racing heart beat and difficulty breathing. Turns out you can have too many stimulants 😳source record 5439

I have pots and had cut out all caffeine for 10 years. Saw a girl on her saying she felt better on the days she drank a coke. Figured it was worth a shot. That was 9 months ago I have 1 a day and my symptoms are sooooo much better.source record 2510

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I'm obese. I thought I was eating much more than a normal person. Started using a calorie tracking app rigorously 2 months ago. Turns out 80% of my meals add up to between 1,800 and 2,000 calories in a day, but I had severely underestimated how many calories a bag of low-fat chips is or, even healthy things I eat for nutrients, like protein bars, nuts and cheese (I'm a vegetarian). This has helped me realize I don't even have to diet, just be smarter with the foods I eat and focus on cutting out the empty calories and not overdo it with the healthy but heavy ones.

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Cutting out sugar, alcohol, and processed foods

posted about 46 days after the source♥ 0

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🥛Drinking more milk made my hair/nails get better. at least 1 glass a day. Choccy milk is a great lil treat and works too.

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Quitting smoking, drinking, sugar and nail-biting.

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The blueberry is not too bad. Take it like a shot of alcohol with a chaser♥ 1source record 1445

idk if it helps others but painting my nails means I won't chew on them♥ 5source record 1918

When ever there’s something that I know I should/shouldn’t do, I ask myself, if I do this, Will I regret it? This helps with chores, or social outings, having another alcoholic beverage, eating fast food, or even making future plans or commitments.♥ 3source record 2700

Quit alcohol♥ 2source record 2926

started carrying a nail clipper in my jeans pocket everyday. cured me of biting my nails.♥ 1source record 3522

keep small spray bottles of 91% alcohol near the sofa, in the bathroom, in your purse. you clean your phone and remote more often. you can sanitize toilet seats as well as tables and menus at restaurants, etc. it's nice to add lemon or apple essential oil for a nice leftover scent.♥ 1source record 3524

Quitting alcohol♥ 1source record 3546

Actually, getting sober. Literally changed everything♥ 1source record 3897

I quit drinking.♥ 1source record 4114

Cutting out sugar, alcohol, and processed foods♥ 0source record 4301

Recently spilled BLACK PRINTER INK on the thick light grey carpet. In the house where they're letting me stay for free for a few months.....hand sanitizer, the one with alcohol, lifted it right up! No evidence!♥ 0source record 4536

Sniffing alcohol wipes has kept me from throwing up twice in the last week alone♥ 0source record 4608

Quit drinking coffee♥ 0source record 4772

🥛Drinking more milk made my hair/nails get better. at least 1 glass a day. Choccy milk is a great lil treat and works too.♥ 0source record 4821

Alcohol♥ 0source record 4967

Alcohol♥ 0source record 5079

I cut back caffeine after I was having unexplained racing heart beat and difficulty breathing. Turns out you can have too many stimulants 😳♥ 0source record 5439

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Feeding the gut12 index entriesKefir, fiber and fermented things.

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Feeding the gut

12 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Feeding the gut

How commenters applied it: Kefir, fiber and fermented things.

What readers reported: strawberry kefir in a protein smoothie tastes like a strawberry milkshake!

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Increase fiber

Multiple commenters described deliberately increasing fiber through food, seeds or a supplement.

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Attach it to an existing routine

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"get 30g of a fiber a day." after eating that many plants and veg, my joints are happier, I lost weight, my mood is better... microbiome controls EVERYTHING 🦠🌱source record 1748

fibersource record 4279

Fiber intake (via Metamucil) has been a huge game changer for mesource record 4319

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Add kefir or yogurt

Kefir and yogurt appeared as a recurring fermented-food cluster, including smoothie substitutions.

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KFR water kefir has all of the benefits but is a carbonated version flavored with juices. It’s delicious!source record 1446

Yes!!! It helped me immensely. I was not even leaving the house, adding kefir to my morning was life changing (for me AND my kids, who were now able to do fun things with mom)source record 1448

strawberry kefir in a protein smoothie tastes like a strawberry milkshake!source record 1455

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strawberry kefir in a protein smoothie tastes like a strawberry milkshake!

source record 1455♥ 21

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"get 30g of a fiber a day." after eating that many plants and veg, my joints are happier, I lost weight, my mood is better... microbiome controls EVERYTHING 🦠🌱

posted about 46 days after the source♥ 4

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Maybe if you mix it with normal yogurt it will make it more of a Greek yogurt level 😅

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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Kefir, fiber and fermented things.

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KFR water kefir has all of the benefits but is a carbonated version flavored with juices. It’s delicious!♥ 1source record 1446

Yes!!! It helped me immensely. I was not even leaving the house, adding kefir to my morning was life changing (for me AND my kids, who were now able to do fun things with mom)♥ 2source record 1448

Maybe if you mix it with normal yogurt it will make it more of a Greek yogurt level 😅♥ 0source record 1452

strawberry kefir in a protein smoothie tastes like a strawberry milkshake!♥ 21source record 1455

"get 30g of a fiber a day." after eating that many plants and veg, my joints are happier, I lost weight, my mood is better... microbiome controls EVERYTHING 🦠🌱♥ 4source record 1748

Microfiber cloth to wipe my laptop screen♥ 5source record 1977

We do plain yogurt!♥ 0source record 2328

Never go on another diet again. Just be sure to eat everything you should eat to hit daily targets (protein, fiber, 3-4 fruit/veg, calcium, oily fish, beans etc) and then you will not have room left for a lot of calorie dense processed food♥ 1source record 3942

fiber♥ 0source record 4279

Fiber intake (via Metamucil) has been a huge game changer for me♥ 0source record 4319

… I simply consumed more fiber. And it’s so simple because it’s just literally water and Chia or flaxseeds at night and that changed everything for my whole life.♥ 0source record 4574

Changing my Ph (with Kombucha and vinegar) made me lose stubborn weight and get rid of the throat sludge mentioned in this post.♥ 0source record 4732

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Getting along with people230 records · 7 sub-topicsGetting along with strangers, family and coworkers.

Kids, parents and the family85 index entriesTricks for raising kids and surviving family.

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Kids, parents and the family

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Use when: Kids, parents and the family

How commenters applied it: Tricks for raising kids and surviving family.

What readers reported: think about what you wish you heard as a kid. say that in the mirror. then say I love you. I'm proud of you and give yourself a high five. it doesn't matter if you believe it or not. keep doing it everyday. it'll change your life

Limit: Love this for you. I’d do the mask thing in stores again - unfortunately I have three kids 6 and under and I can’t mask my way against the nonstop germs they bring home from daycare and grade 1 - so I’ve accepted infection defeat for this phase of life 😫

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Love this for you. I’d do the mask thing in stores again - unfortunately I have three kids 6 and under and I can’t mask my way against the nonstop germs they bring home from daycare and grade 1 - so I’ve accepted infection defeat for this phase of life 😫

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Use play, songs or distraction

Turn instructions or tense moments into a song, game or surprising distraction.

Turn it into a game
Give attention a neutral target

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Realizing that "music is the only thing that lights up your whole brain" also means that if you sing instructions to kids/students their brain FORCES them to listen.source record 1980

Throw something random out when kids are acting crazy. Started saying the pledge while driving the other day, and they joined it 🤣source record 2347

When I'm angry and would yell about something, sometimes I will sing the words I would normally yell and try to make it rhyme or sound like an actual song. Has actually made me laugh multiple times as well as my kids, they help me add lyrics too.source record 3074

5 source recordsRecurring approach

Make family chores cooperative

Use a short family reset, a shared rule or a game to move chores without repeated managing.

Turn it into a game
Borrow another person's momentum
Shrink it with a timer

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My children read really dreaded the chores of Saturday so we started doing a Friday night reset where we ran around and got as much done as we could in 15 minutes on Friday. it really shortened Saturday's list and helped us all get through the have to'ssource record 1739

I tell my kids if they’re gonna fight I’m gonna keep giving them chores. So the longer they keep at it the more they have to do. They usually band together and knock it off after a few, but it’s ALWAYS less things for me!source record 1758

Making the kids do rock paper scissors to solve problemssource record 3022

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Make family routines visible

Use reusable packing lists, assigned colors, a staging area or a checklist board.

Change the environment
Move memory outside the brain

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I made these for my kids when they were young and shared them when they were old enough to start packing their own stuff. They are in college and still use the lists.source record 620

I have 4 kids. Every individual in the house was assigned a color- towels, cups, etc. reduced confusion about “whose is this?”source record 706

Any time we are packing for a trip I use four pieces of my child's play yard to create a square "packing cube". Everything that needs to go on the trip goes in that cube. Then when it is time to load up we load everything from the cube into the car.source record 2351

4 source recordsRecurring approach

Teach an encouraging inner voice

Repeat the words you wish you had heard, or model a short brave and supportive script.

Change the sentence
Borrow another person's momentum

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think about what you wish you heard as a kid. say that in the mirror. then say I love you. I'm proud of you and give yourself a high five. it doesn't matter if you believe it or not. keep doing it everyday. it'll change your lifesource record 907

I say all the things I wish I heard to my daughter and it is so healing. Maybe I’ll add saying it directly to myselfsource record 913

I’ll take this from my 4 year old daughter whenever she’s scared of something ( slide ladder people anything) she chants to herself quietly to her self “just be brave, just be brave!!!” And 99.9% of the time she does it and it makes me so so so proud!source record 1962

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Get curious before reacting

Pause yelling or dismissal and ask what happened from the child's point of view.

Change the sentence
Borrow another person's momentum

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I was a new mom and I read an article that said what are you yelling about? There is no need to yell. I stopped.source record 139

One to use with children ‘don’t get furious, get curious’. Instead of ‘omg why did you do that?!’ Try ‘I can see you’ve done this, tell me about it?’source record 836

When my toddler or teenager is having a meltdown about something that seems trivial to me, I remind myself this IS the hardest thing they have encountered yet and not to belittle the situation or feeling. They’ve not had 34 years of “hard things”. I’m practicing this, not a master 😉 but it has allowed me to be far more kind and supportivesource record 1203

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I use to do this as a kid. Never knew it was a thing.

posted about 86 days after the source♥ 1

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I created shortcuts on my kids phones which messages me when they arrive at school, e.g., “I’m at school beautiful mother.”

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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Tricks for raising kids and surviving family.

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1.6%of the complete index

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When I traveled with my mom the same thing happened, she was convinced that she hadn't slept at all meanwhile she had actively kept me awake all night by snoring 😂♥ 0source record 5

My grandmother has hummed her whole life…doing everything mundane and wonderful. She just turned 90 strong, maybe this has something to do with it. Lovely thought, anyways.♥ 5source record 36

My dad always said “don’t force it” when we’d build things but I basically apply it to everything. Friends, relationships, building things, making things etc etc♥ 5source record 38

My dad did this. I never sign a credit card purchase until my card is in my wallet. That way I never leave it behind.♥ 5source record 44

I was a new mom and I read an article that said what are you yelling about? There is no need to yell. I stopped.♥ 5source record 139

I know this is good, and it works, but man, so many parental punishments followed a countdown 😭♥ 3source record 199

Password for my kid’s school uses to be something like “please don’t fail”♥ 0source record 323

And this one…a happy childhood lasts a lifetime♥ 0source record 460

My kids do this on a Sunday night hang them up for the week why have I never thought of doing it like that for myself♥ 1source record 471

As someone who drove SO SLOW with gender reveal cupcakes for my family after 6 years of infertility, I can tell you that it is sometimes the case ❤️I had many people mad at me but it was so important to me the cupcakes made it safely 🥹♥ 28source record 506

Sorry for your loss. I did this a lot when my dad died and it helped. Just said “I’m feeling a lot of sadness, in my chest and throat” to myself and it made a difference.♥ 4source record 520

but then my mom buys me a pack for Christmas and mucks that all up!♥ 0source record 545

My brother does this!! He will do a fist pump in the air and shout “yesss that’s amazing!!” 😂 It works so well it’s insane♥ 34source record 576

My kid dropped a glass on the concrete floor today, and I thought “nice now I can buy a new and nicer glass”♥ 15source record 577

isn’t that from diary of a wimpy kid 😁♥ 0source record 617

I made these for my kids when they were young and shared them when they were old enough to start packing their own stuff. They are in college and still use the lists.♥ 3source record 620

My mom always told me this. Her mom, my grandmother, who dealt with cancer for 17 years, always said it to my mom, and it’s always stuck with me. Even if it isn’t better in the morning, it almost always feels more manageable.♥ 6source record 682

I have 4 kids. Every individual in the house was assigned a color- towels, cups, etc. reduced confusion about “whose is this?”♥ 6source record 706

Yes my grandson taught me “maybe someone just bought a new goldfish and they’re trying not to spill him❤️‍🔥”♥ 4source record 736

My daughter always says someone must really have to poop.♥ 2source record 741

Kids this all the time♥ 0source record 758

One to use with children ‘don’t get furious, get curious’. Instead of ‘omg why did you do that?!’ Try ‘I can see you’ve done this, tell me about it?’♥ 253source record 836

I wonder if this would have worked when my 5-year-old son took a 25lb pound of roofing nails and placed them point up under the carport. or when he tied the truck to the front of the woodshed and buried The rope to disguise it. when you by then the answer was to see what happens.♥ 0source record 837

So perhaps stop leaving things around that you don’t want him messing with. Children have no impulse control so you do what you need to do to prevent curiosity becoming dangerous♥ 3source record 838

I use to do this as a kid. Never knew it was a thing.♥ 1source record 842

My Mom used to say this when I was a kid.♥ 0source record 889

I say all the things I wish I heard to my daughter and it is so healing. Maybe I’ll add saying it directly to myself♥ 14source record 913

My sister does this...Mary Poppins it, find the element of fun in a job and then your job is a game... She swears by this...♥ 5source record 935

My mom always said nobody is bleeding and the walls are still standing so it’s ok.♥ 1source record 964

Yes, it’s my inner cheerleader. She never says anything negative she’s kind of has a pretty bad potty mouth and she’s Hispanic. She speaks in Spanish. She gives me a harsh peptalk she’s very encouraging. I’m trying to get my daughter to do the same. She really needs it.♥ 1source record 999

When you hand something to a toddler, when they grab it, don't release it from your grip until they say thank you. Trains them so quickly & early to have manners!♥ 62source record 1107

I learned to talk to my boomer parents and try to understand their point of view. As I grow older I realize no one and I mean no one will is a valuable in my life as my parents.♥ 6source record 1119

I've taught my 8 year old ADHD son to do this and it helps him out tremendously!!♥ 1source record 1191

As an oldest daughter with three younger brothers, I’m in the matching energy phase of life. If I want to see someone I’ll plan something but I won’t contort myself to fit for someone who makes no effort for me. I don’t bean count but I also don’t martyr myself.♥ 5source record 1262

My cat pee’d on my son’s expensive trainers 😂can’t get the smell out, I’ve tried everything but haven’t heard of this so I’m going to try it!♥ 2source record 1266

I need to tell my daughter soooo adding this note….♥ 5source record 1273

also the toddlers pull the mask off your face.♥ 3source record 1321

if you masked in stores you'd be saving those around you from your kids' germs, though! ❤♥ 0source record 1323

my mom calls that a spiritual flat tire.♥ 165source record 1424

I just heard back today from my Dr after a ct scan last week and I need surgery. Apparently I have near complete obstruction so that explains a bit haha it did help a bit yesterday though so I’m going to keep it up♥ 0source record 1466

I tell my family that I don’t talk about business after 9pm because I’m shutting down my brain. If they want to tell me about projects, chores, appointments etc they know they have to talk to me before 9♥ 3source record 1783

You don't have to keep other people's memories! I have had 3 parents pass away and trying to figure out what to keep and donate and throw out is a lot. I kept things because I thought I had too, not because it ment something to me.♥ 5source record 1858

I like to do stop and spend a little time doing something that makes me happy everyday. it doesn't have to take a long time, or short time. Just something that makes me happy. you would be surprised at how many people don't do this, including my kids. I'm trying to help them incorporate it in their lives♥ 5source record 1969

Realizing that "music is the only thing that lights up your whole brain" also means that if you sing instructions to kids/students their brain FORCES them to listen.♥ 5source record 1980

instructions unclear. When do I breathe? 😅♥ 5source record 2004

some of my favorite pwds are love notes to friends or family who have died.♥ 4source record 2157

I realized my mom still hated her body at 70 years old. I was 35. My brain said “are you going to hate yourself for the next 35 years? Or are you just going to do the things you know are healthy and live your life. No matter what size.” It was like I finally made friends with myself. 🥹♥ 4source record 2277

When I was 5 i was getting bullied at school and my mom told me to force myself to laugh when kids made fun of me and I did it once and rhey never picked on me again. She said they wanted to see me upset but if I laughed they would stop and they did 😨♥ 4source record 2316

Throw something random out when kids are acting crazy. Started saying the pledge while driving the other day, and they joined it 🤣♥ 3source record 2347

We did this as kids naturally♥ 3source record 2376

Saying “I don’t know” when you don’t is simple but admirable. Reminding yourself we were all taught how to respond and treat ourselves, by a person or situation, and that we don’t often come up with our ideas about how the world works, or our roles in it, on our own. Stay curious about where your ideas come from. When a big emotion comes, picture the most ideal best friend to have in that moment, what would they say or do to help you process? try to be that person for yourself. The clearer your understanding of what relationships you desire from people, (and why) the clearer conversations will be with others about what’s helpful.♥ 3source record 2453

That your nose will get used to smells in about 3-5 minutes. It’s called olfactory fatigue. So whenever my kids complain about something that I know we can’t avoid? “Smell it now! It’ll go away or get so much better in only a few minutes!! But if you cover your nose or pinch it off it’ll make it worse for so much longer!” It works.♥ 3source record 2496

a song for children to deal with big emotions, came across it by accident, now it's part of my lifestyle 🤣 for myself and for people around me when they go through stuff Big Feelings Emotional Regulation by Song Tawnee Kendall♥ 3source record 2611

i love having someone tap my arm or face while getting shots. we did that to distract animals at the vet clinic that i worked at, and apparently it works for me too.♥ 3source record 2722

Our family gets vaccinated together and take turns punching the other arm of the ones getting the shots!♥ 0source record 2723

I read a few books on Internal Family Systems (known as IFS) and I've utilized that in my life that I am healing for the first time in my life. I've had decades of on and off again therapy and IFS is the only thing that has truly helped me. No bad parts!♥ 2source record 2823

Kurt Vonnegut recalling his uncle’s way of looking at life. He said something along the lines of noticing when things are good, big or small, and acknowledging “if this isn’t nice, I don’t know what is” legit changed my whole worldview♥ 2source record 2886

Getting rid of my abusive parents.♥ 2source record 2961

Telling the kids that when the ice cream truck comes by and he is playing music, it means he’s sold out of ice cream♥ 2source record 2985

Making the kids do rock paper scissors to solve problems♥ 2source record 3022

When I want my toddler to give up something he has, I say in a chipper voice, "Hand it to sissy and say here you go, sissy." It works every time, even if he's in the middle of a meltdown for some reason. 😂♥ 2source record 3087

putting down my phone made me a better parent♥ 2source record 3094

bought a cheap plastic checklist board marketed to help children with routines and chores, but it's to help me with routines and chores. i have one for daily tasks and one for weekly tasks, and a lot of them are just, like, do a little bit of X hobby i love, or text or call a friend.♥ 2source record 3111

Apparently, the tone right below your normal speaking voice is ideal but you can actually feel where the vibration is affecting you and test it out.♥ 1source record 3236

omg, just broke my rt wrist. thus is wild! yes, and tge fact that we force kids to pick a dominant had in kindergarten. I will never be the same♥ 1source record 3951

Any time I get overstimulated, I put on a neck fan 😂 apparently that works way better than anything else♥ 1source record 3996

I have silly nicknames for my kids. When I’m upset with them, I use these instead of their given name. When I say Bugaboo or Beasty, I instantly feel less mad and can be more rational in our conversation about what has happened.♥ 0source record 4381

Scheduling time with my kid to “Observe and Do”. Instead of a list of chores, they learn to discover and solve and I’m not a household task manager!♥ 0source record 4580

“Le pause” after reading Bringing up Bébé before the birth of my first child♥ 0source record 4747

When unsure about a decision, I imagine a child of mine coming to me with this question. Than I know what to do.♥ 0source record 4801

I want to read the comments but I’ve twin toddlers who need to be fed😅can someone bring me back later please 💗💗💗♥ 0source record 4875

Distracting a toddler to stop a Tantrum.. its magical 🥹♥ 0source record 4936

Say sorry without defending yourself. Just genuinely saying “I’m sorry” and letting why you did it go. It’s helped my relationships with my friends and kids so much♥ 0source record 4966

I created shortcuts on my kids phones which messages me when they arrive at school, e.g., “I’m at school beautiful mother.”♥ 0source record 5031

I go over railroad tracks twice each way to and from work. I've made a habit to throw my hands up in the air and go "Weee!" every time I go over them, regardless of my mood, no excuses. Sometimes I'm super grumpy going in, but doing that makes me laugh at myself which instantly lightens my mood. This tradition also helps remind me to look at the bigger picture instead of focused on the small day-to-day annoyances. I've even gotten friends amd family into it!♥ 0source record 5130

If you or your child etc starts to develop a habit, keep a lacky band around your wrist and flick it when you notice yourself doing that hav it. It will stop quickly. You can flick you child just with your fingers when you notice them doing it. It reactivates your brain♥ 0source record 5260

Tile trackers on everything. the dog. the keys. the wallet. the kids' stuff.♥ 0source record 5289

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Grace for strangers and bad drivers37 index entriesAssuming good intent in traffic and checkout lines.

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Use when: Grace for strangers and bad drivers

How commenters applied it: Assuming good intent in traffic and checkout lines.

What readers reported: I call every bad driver “friend”. Like “ well friend you forgot to put your blinker on there “friend you just slammed on your brakes “why do you have to pull out in front of me like that, friend?” this virtually eliminates road rage and irritation.

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

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9 source recordsRecurring approach

Invent a compassionate driver story

Replace the hostile story with a harmless or urgent explanation for another driver's behavior.

Change the sentence

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I like to assume angry people haven’t pooped for 4 days, it makes me feel empathy for them if they’re a bit road rageysource record 500

I do this with people who are driving fast and weaving. maybe their dad is in hospital and they are trying to say goodbyes. maybe mom fell and they are racing to get her or baby is sick. we never knowsource record 510

For people that are slow overly cautious drivers, my husband and I pretend they’re bakers delivering birthday and wedding cakes.source record 746

5 source recordsRecurring approach

Default to good intent

Generate reasonable explanations and assume neutral or positive intent when facts are missing.

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mw too! i always give people the benefit of the doubt.source record 511

yes. Never assume Mal intent. And always assume that an inconvenience saved you in some other waysource record 750

Assuming everything is neutral or positive and be confused when it isn’tsource record 2388

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Picture yourself as the other driver

Ask whether you have made the same move, or imagine yourself in the other car.

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I also think, “would I have done that move if it were me?” If the answer is yes, I’m not allowed to be mad at the other driversource record 738

When any road rage inducing incident happens I picture myself as the offending driver (egg theory). Usually makes the rage quickly dissipate.source record 3018

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Use a less hostile traffic response

Insert a count or substitute a humorous gesture before reacting in traffic.

Shrink it with a timer
Swap instead of subtract

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I count to 3 before I honk at someone in traffic. Makes me feel like a nicer person (lol) and also diffuses my road rage somehow. After 3 seconds they absolutely deserve the honk though, lol.source record 3145

Instead of flipping ppl off in traffic - give them a thumbs down. Hilarious and more effective.source record 5019

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I call every bad driver “friend”. Like “ well friend you forgot to put your blinker on there “friend you just slammed on your brakes “why do you have to pull out in front of me like that, friend?” this virtually eliminates road rage and irritation.

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mw too! i always give people the benefit of the doubt.

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I programmed my right foot to rest on the gas pedal at exactly the 3 different main speed limits in my city. I can just feel it now without looking at my speedometer and can focus on other aspects of driving.

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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Assuming good intent in traffic and checkout lines.

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I like to assume angry people haven’t pooped for 4 days, it makes me feel empathy for them if they’re a bit road ragey♥ 125source record 500

i assume the opposite, that they're road rage bc they are about to poop their pants!♥ 63source record 501

I've been saying this one for years and it has helped so much with my road rage!!!!♥ 10source record 505

I make excuses for “bad” driving all the time and its drives my husband nuts. But now anytime he starts to yell at someone he throws his hand and says “I’m sorry they probably have soup in the back 🙄”♥ 7source record 509

I do this with people who are driving fast and weaving. maybe their dad is in hospital and they are trying to say goodbyes. maybe mom fell and they are racing to get her or baby is sick. we never know♥ 5source record 510

mw too! i always give people the benefit of the doubt.♥ 0source record 511

Whenever someone's driving much slower, I assume it's a kid learning how to drive 🥰🥰♥ 1source record 731

I already did this to a certain extent, but then really started doing it after driving home alone after an appt where I was diagnosed with an aggressive cancer and someone honked at me when I didn’t start going the second a traffic light turned green.♥ 2source record 737

I also think, “would I have done that move if it were me?” If the answer is yes, I’m not allowed to be mad at the other driver♥ 1source record 738

For people that are slow overly cautious drivers, my husband and I pretend they’re bakers delivering birthday and wedding cakes.♥ 9source record 746

this is much nicer than mine, I assume someone is going to or has pooped their pants 🤣♥ 2source record 748

yes. Never assume Mal intent. And always assume that an inconvenience saved you in some other way♥ 5source record 750

I mean this respectfully, but I have a 17 year old whose behaviour is driving me a bit mental at the moment. You’ve just completely flipped the switch in my head about how I approach this. Thanks. And my most genuine sympathy for your loss 💔♥ 1source record 954

We always assume kids know things and most will get it but looking back it’s crazy to think we never take the time to explain such simple things like that! Text in a book can look so different to what you’re writing♥ 21source record 1012

I imagined what other drivers were doing with their days and it ended years of hyper-vigilance.♥ 34source record 1404

It is kind of a long time but I do it often while I’m driving so really I have nothing better to do♥ 1source record 1664

You’re my saviour, this has been driving me insane! Sorry for the play by play haha♥ 1source record 1706

1: when im frustrated with bad drivers, I think to myself they must really have to 💩. Makes me laugh & be less annoyed. 2: when I take a pan out of the oven, I leave a potholder touching it, to remind myself it’s too hot to touch♥ 5source record 1876

When my addiction says stop at the store, I tell it no and my mind moves on so I keep telling it no and keep driving home.♥ 4source record 2201

When someone is driving recklessly/speeding I say “maybe they have to poop!”. It eases the road rage and lightens the mood :)♥ 3source record 2365

Assuming everything is neutral or positive and be confused when it isn’t♥ 3source record 2388

Whenever someone does something I can't understand, that baffles me, enrages me or whatever (and I don't know why they act like that), I play a little game where I try to find as many reasons and circumstances as possible where the action is question might be reasonable. It helps me understand that everyone has reasons for acting the way they do accepting situations I can't change. Of course this shouldn't be used to justify or to excuse toxic behaviour. But I find it more useful than always assuming the worst - there are so many more good reasons :)♥ 3source record 2606

Being kind to others regardless of what i feel about them♥ 2source record 2980

I used to get so mad when I was driving when people went too fast or too slow. Now I just imagine that the people driving too fast are on their way to get ice cream and the shop is about to close. When people are driving too slow I assume they have their dog in the car and they’re just trying to be extra careful. Both are reasons I have had to drive too fast or too slow and now I can relate. Rage gone.♥ 2source record 3007

When any road rage inducing incident happens I picture myself as the offending driver (egg theory). Usually makes the rage quickly dissipate.♥ 2source record 3018

I count to 3 before I honk at someone in traffic. Makes me feel like a nicer person (lol) and also diffuses my road rage somehow. After 3 seconds they absolutely deserve the honk though, lol.♥ 2source record 3145

I was told being scared and being excited feel exactly the same, you decide which it is. Puts me in the drivers seat.♥ 1source record 3452

once heard that people have strokes while in dmv comutting traffic. Now I have great music concerts to enjoy my commute. I have too much joy to live for! I plan on enjoying it... if it's too long it's just a longer concert of my favorite music..loving on Olivia Dean right now 👏👏♥ 1source record 3483

With my family I was raised with this rule, If I say something that can be taken either good or bad, please assume that I meant it in a good way because I love you! But also, ask me, I’d love to clarify! That always helped me if I had racing thoughts when going through the day in my head before bed. We can often assume the worst and this was always a good way to shift my thinking.♥ 1source record 3598

My partner and I have a rule that we always assume good intent. If he left the milk out, instead of getting irritated, it's "Wow, he must have been really busy this morning, I hope his day gets better." Because I know he wouldn't intentionally be wasteful. If he comes home and I have been in bed all day, instead of being irritated that I didn't do a single chore while he worked all day, he knows I must be not feeling well and asks if there is anything he can do for me. At first there was growing pains, but after practicing it for years, our brains now default to grace.♥ 1source record 3652

I do it while driving or scrolling on TikTok♥ 2source record 4069

I think all mean or bad drivers simply have to poop really bad, and then I don't get annoyed because that feeling really sucks♥ 1source record 4124

wait sorry I'm autistic, when you say for 5 minutes is that 5 mins continuously only stopping for air (im assuming you stop for air??) or like 5 mins through the day♥ 0source record 4708

I chant "I will not start fights with strangers on the Internet." while on social media♥ 0source record 5010

Instead of flipping ppl off in traffic - give them a thumbs down. Hilarious and more effective.♥ 0source record 5019

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Partners and marriage36 index entriesSmall rules that keep couples on the same team.

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Partners and marriage

36 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Partners and marriage

How commenters applied it: Small rules that keep couples on the same team.

What readers reported: Divorce is the stupidly simple thing I did that fixed everything lol

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

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9 source recordsRecurring approach

Leave a harmful marriage

Separation and divorce were a large recurring answer, often in comments describing abuse or long-running distress; this requires context, not universalization.

Change the environment

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Divorce is the stupidly simple thing I did that fixed everything lolsource record 627

Divorce! Stupidily simple thing I should of done it years ago before things got complicated. Before the kids and the failed business and the horrible emotional abuse. When the red flags were flying proud and not much was in our joint names. Very simple. Extremely effective!!source record 1753

Divorce. Huge positive effect on happiness. 😂🤷‍♀️🤦‍♀️source record 3109

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Use a shared decision shortcut

Let one partner narrow the options or make a provisional choice so the other can notice a preference.

Remove a step
Borrow another person's momentum

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To combat my decision fatigue, my husband usually picks 2-3 options and then I make the final call. Sometimes it's as simple as needing to pick the color of something, other times there's a bit of research needed. It's a win-win for both of us.source record 2220

My husband, before he was my husband, knew I had a hard time making decisions and told me “pick the one on the left” and it take the choice away or it will give you an ick feeling letting you know the other choice was the one you want more… idk if that make sensesource record 4946

when i think i cannot choose or i do not care, i just ask my husband to make the choice. in that moment i realise what i really wantsource record 5102

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Add structure to arguments

Use a soft closing phrase or timed, uninterrupted turns to keep disagreement from escalating.

Shrink it with a timer
Borrow another person's momentum

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Whenever my husband and I are sure the other person is wrong, but they won’t give in, rather than argue the point, we just say “perhaps you’re right”. We heard this advice in a wedding toast when we were engaged. It ends most arguments before they start and now it makes us chuckle. Ironically, the couple who’s wedding it was is now divorced, but hey it worked for us!source record 2581

when my husband and I argue we take turns. one person rants for like 5 minutes then yields and allows the other person to talk. we are not allowed to interupt the others time. Its very helpfulsource record 2838

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Practice deliberate appreciation

Interrupt irritation by naming what would be missed or by speaking only positive observations for a set period.

Change the sentence
Shrink it with a timer

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I lost my only child when she was 16 and it made me miss EVERYTHING she did. The good and bad. So after when I started getting annoyed or upset with my spouse or other friends and family I began asking myself “would I miss this if they were gone?” And for a lot of things, the answer is yes. And it stops me being from being further annoyed.source record 953

For 30 days I only said positive things out loud about my husband and did my best with my thoughts. It changed how I felt about him so much.source record 5115

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Divorce is the stupidly simple thing I did that fixed everything lol

source record 627♥ 1,262

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For 30 days I only said positive things out loud about my husband and did my best with my thoughts. It changed how I felt about him so much.

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

What the counts show

Small rules that keep couples on the same team.

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36distinct source records

15.7%of parent category

0.7%of the complete index

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Yes you are correct. When I found that research it was very validating to see.♥ 1source record 186

Divorce is the stupidly simple thing I did that fixed everything lol♥ 1,262source record 627

I find myself doing this when I talk to my husband. He’ll be like “how was your day” and start off saying “I didn’t get anything done!” Then proceed to tell him all the *little* things that really add up!♥ 1source record 851

it took me 6 months of doing it every single day before I didn't cringe, it took another year before I actually believed it.♥ 17source record 914

Me too. And I’m a teacher. I haven’t had so much as a cold since Feb 2020. My husband and kids also mask and we have (knock on wood) remained illness free. I love our N95s!♥ 17source record 1319

When my body is doing something I don’t like, I think about what I want my body to be doing instead. Ex. When my feet get cold I think about my vessels expanding and increasing blood flow to my feet and then in 5 minutes they’re warm again!♥ 154source record 1337

If someone doesn’t say “listen to my wife the first time” I’m gonna be disappointed. 😂♥ 6source record 1692

Divorce♥ 2source record 1760

Divorce♥ 1source record 1791

I always struggled with saying things and saying but... and my therapist helped me start using "and" in the place of "but" because two things can be true at the same time. if you say "but" in a sentence, this negates everything before it. ex. "I love you but its ruining my life." the love is negated because of what's its doing to me. "I love you, and its ruining my life." Here i have love for you and it is also ruining me.♥ 5source record 1837

I started having sex with my wife.. fixed my marriage.♥ 5source record 1889

"That's my cue to leave" got my dad to stop commenting on my weight. I said it and left every single time he made a comment. even if I just arrived, I'd say it and leave. he stopped making the comments.♥ 4source record 2108

staying single♥ 4source record 2171

when my husband and I argue we take turns. one person rants for like 5 minutes then yields and allows the other person to talk. we are not allowed to interupt the others time. Its very helpful♥ 2source record 2838

Whisky. A nice single malt scotch really helps♥ 2source record 2937

Divorce. Huge positive effect on happiness. 😂🤷‍♀️🤦‍♀️♥ 2source record 3109

Similar "chest physio therapy" for asthma, pneumonia, etc. have spouse/Significant other/etc cup their hands and "clap" on your back over your lungs. loosens up the phlegm and helps get it out.♥ 2source record 3122

About 10 yrs ago my therapist prescribed me a month of not doing anything i don’t want to do. Even with kids, 90% of what i do is a choice. I ended up still doing most things, but i now know if/why i wanted to do them. Some things shifted to my spouse or kids. Some things dropped away forever…♥ 1source record 3624

Omg this is also what my partner does 😂♥ 0source record 3681

Oh man…my husband is going to hate you for this bc I always have that sticky throat feeling 🤣♥ 1source record 3922

Took You Tube off every single device in my house and I had brand new kids after 48 hours♥ 1source record 4189

my husband often says: people aren't against you, they are just for themselves.♥ 0source record 4332

No important talks after 9 PM♥ 0source record 4723

This is so validating. My son has done this without instruction since he was very young. I’ve never seen an explanation for it before. Even doctors say it’s weird.♥ 0source record 4737

when I am upset and can't get closure, I "put it in a box" and carefully place the "box" in a safe place. I can always go back and get it if I need to, but for right now I need to move on. . in Sedona Arizona there is a "box" thats been there for years. 😆 🤣 my ex was an asshole.♥ 0source record 5014

when i think i cannot choose or i do not care, i just ask my husband to make the choice. in that moment i realise what i really want♥ 0source record 5102

For 30 days I only said positive things out loud about my husband and did my best with my thoughts. It changed how I felt about him so much.♥ 0source record 5115

Mu husband and I have a fake roommate named Johnathan. So when my husband does something I don't like I tell him about the awful things that Johnathan is doing that annoys me. Then my hobby gets the message without feeling blamed or being defensive. He can do the same about me.♥ 0source record 5201

Got divorced 💃💃💃💃♥ 0source record 5218

leaving my husband. It was the most weirdly simple thing that got rid of all my problems. Highly recommend.♥ 0source record 5226

Divorce.♥ 0source record 5284

Archive: 36 index entries preserve 36 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 15 records matched, 21 outside those rules, 1 in multiple

Coworkers and the job35 index entriesScripts and moves for bosses, coworkers and classrooms.

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Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Coworkers and the job

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Coworkers and the job

35 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Coworkers and the job

How commenters applied it: Scripts and moves for bosses, coworkers and classrooms.

What readers reported: don’t offer to help people unless they directly ask for it, no volunteering

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Use concise workplace language

Replace reflexive apologies or vague assent with direct, bounded responses.

Swap instead of subtract
Change the sentence

See 3 representative source examples

I read an article about women apologize too much. we all say im sorry for even just walking by someone. only apologize when it truly is an apology situation. it means more and stop saying you are sorry for just existing.source record 3001

saying "understood" rather than okay, yes, or even "I understand". stops higher ups in their trackssource record 3474

No is a complete sentence.source record 4289

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Do not automatically solve for others

Wait for a direct request and distinguish helping from taking responsibility for someone else's problem.

Change the sentence
Remove a step

See 2 representative source examples

don’t offer to help people unless they directly ask for it, no volunteeringsource record 854

Realizing that I don't have to solve other people's problems and it's none of my business. Staying out of other people's business has freed up infinite hourssource record 3516

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Pause a heated exchange

Interrupt escalation with a calm check-in or a hard stop, breath and restart.

Use a sensory reset
Change the sentence

See 2 representative source examples

This one is kind of mean, but I ask co workers or people, “are you ok?” when they’re heated. I already know they’re not ok but doing it in a calm way either makes them chill and reflect, or they’re really not ok.source record 3857

Putting a stop to an argument in the middle when it gets emotional. Like Hard stop, breathe, add levity, start over.source record 3933

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Speak well of people behind their backs

Deliberately use positive language about colleagues, including people you find difficult.

Change the sentence
Swap instead of subtract

See 2 representative source examples

Talk GOOD about people behind their backs.source record 3593

Talk about people you don't like in the opposite. For instance if so and so is a batch say so and so is so nice. Words have power and you won't trap them into your feelings towards them. Also if it gets back to them they'll change towards you toosource record 4102

Source-record spotlights

Most engaged source

don’t offer to help people unless they directly ask for it, no volunteering

source record 854♥ 1,622

Later-arriving source

No is a complete sentence.

posted about 49 days after the source♥ 0

Zero-like source

If you’re nervous talking to people, look at their forehead instead. They can’t tell and it’s fun. 25 years experience as a University lecturer. Top tip I learned years ago 😊

posted about 42 days after the source♥ 0

What the counts show

Scripts and moves for bosses, coworkers and classrooms.

35index entries

35distinct source records

15.2%of parent category

0.6%of the complete index

25top-level comments

10replies

Browse the original comments35 preserved records · 35 of 35 source records accounted for

I teach high school. I am compiling this into a deck. I think I will make this a daily mini lesson. We are going to change the world people!♥ 5source record 42

I've been telling people for decades that you are not special and that's the best news I can possibly give you. everyone else is having mostly the same life experience as you. it comes standard with the human body.♥ 0source record 404

If you want people to show up for you you have to show up for them.♥ 6source record 701

Yes! I tell people this all the time! When you’re stuck in your thoughts- ask your brain “hmm, I wonder what I’ll think of next?” And it’s like our brains just stop thinking. It’s pretty awesome♥ 2source record 794

People like you make the world go around ✌💕 we all need some hype every now and again - I bet you make a lot of people happier ☺️🌸♥ 8source record 804

As someone who worked in tech support, turning electronics off and on again or unplugging them and plugging them back in works like 90% of the time but most people don’t even try.♥ 224source record 830

don’t offer to help people unless they directly ask for it, no volunteering♥ 1,622source record 854

This! I rarely ask for help, even when I desperately need it. If it hadn't been for people offering, I probably wouldn't still be here♥ 89source record 857

No, the manipulators are marvelous at asking for help, whereas the people who really need it are not so good at asking.♥ 20source record 860

So this was the finding from a study about people who lasted longest and even thrived in a year of solo living. The ones who talked to themselves had incredible health outcomes.♥ 14source record 1003

I’m a teacher, had a girl that figured out how to decode words but when she spelled she just used random letters. One day, after trying everything, I said “you know the letters you write with are the same letters you read with” and she said “WHAT!” And wrote a sentence THAT DAY. I cried.♥ 707source record 1005

Because anger feels better than helplessness too many people. And it’s self-reinforcing in the brain.♥ 3source record 1335

telling students the truth♥ 33source record 1668

I read a study done on popularity. If you meet 4 people only 1 will like you. So live large. Most people can't stand you anyways lol♥ 4source record 2017

I can’t argue with that!♥ 3source record 2312

If you’re trying to get somewhere in a crowd, walk and look directly forward and people will get out of your way. I did this when I was going to work and transferring at Times Square, worked like a charm♥ 3source record 2469

Not sure how relevant this is, but I once plugged a small hole in my tire with a piece of chewing gum and was able to make it to a tire shop. The tire people thought it was kind of genius. 🤣🤷🏻‍♀️♥ 3source record 2693

Not using my nickname. And spelling out my name when people ask. World of difference compared to what I settled for just giving the short version.♥ 2source record 2938

When people come Into my office upset, I offer them a fireball candy and they calm immediately.♥ 2source record 3271

saying "understood" rather than okay, yes, or even "I understand". stops higher ups in their tracks♥ 1source record 3474

Realizing that I don't have to solve other people's problems and it's none of my business. Staying out of other people's business has freed up infinite hours♥ 1source record 3516

Its sound of OM.. rooted in india.. people are finding everything what Indian had for years and westernizing it.♥ 1source record 3528

Trusting myself and my intuition and acting fast on it when I can’t immediately think of a downside. Just this past week I’ve had multiple people express to me “how did you know??” And I’ve been in a lot of “right places at the right time” because I’m just paying attention. I’m being vague…but this might look like giving an extra big tip to a server cause you happened to overhear them asking for extra shifts, or asking if a young girl needs company as she walks to car alone..♥ 1source record 3585

Talk GOOD about people behind their backs.♥ 1source record 3593

Putting a stop to an argument in the middle when it gets emotional. Like Hard stop, breathe, add levity, start over.♥ 1source record 3933

I don’t ask how’s it going anymore. I ask what’s the good word. Amazing results bc people have to go positive.♥ 1source record 4145

My eyes almost never water when I cut onions and I just thought that they didn't affect some people. But... I cut my onions exactly as you described - so maybe I just lucked my way into the perfect scenario?!♥ 1source record 4226

No is a complete sentence.♥ 0source record 4289

I taught my ESL students how to pronounce "Tasks" by telling them that the final "ks" is it's own syllable (which is true). Everyone I told this to instantly was able to pronounced "tasks" perfectly after that. (it works for all other consonant clusters that trip people up as well.)♥ 0source record 4372

If you’re nervous talking to people, look at their forehead instead. They can’t tell and it’s fun. 25 years experience as a University lecturer. Top tip I learned years ago 😊♥ 0source record 4458

Sometimes I just don’t go to work meetings (I work in corporate). No one has ever questioned it.♥ 0source record 4605

I used to have a coworker that would light a candle when she went into her home office every day. When her day was done, she’d blow out the candle. It was her way of marking “this is work time and this is home time. When the candle isn’t lit, I am not allowed to get back on the work computer. My work day is over.”♥ 0source record 4961

Archive: 35 index entries preserve 35 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 9 records matched, 26 outside those rules, 0 in multiple

Friends and the village17 index entriesKeeping friendships alive with less effort.

Source-backed index report

Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Friends and the village

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Friends and the village

17 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Friends and the village

How commenters applied it: Keeping friendships alive with less effort.

What readers reported: Reminding myself to say yes to as many invitations as possible even though I lean introverted. If I want a village, I must be a villager. Just because it’s be easier to stay home doesn’t mean it’s the right thing to do.

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Borrow a focus companion

Use a scheduled friend call or focus-companion tool to make starting less solitary.

Borrow another person's momentum
Turn it into a game

See 2 representative source examples

Set up regular "chores & chat" time with a friend. It's a scheduled time when you'll hop on a call and catch up while getting some annoying chores done. Great for maintaining relationships and it'll get you started on the things you've been putting off.source record 4116

Focus friend app. Best thing I have downloaded on my phone. I get stuff done, put my phone down, and earn rewards.source record 4235

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Create distance from social media

Block accounts or temporarily remove the app without requiring a permanent all-or-nothing decision.

Change the environment
Remove a step

See 2 representative source examples

Blocking people on social mediasource record 4245

When I catch myself doom scrolling too much, I don’t deactivate my social media accounts, I just delete the app from my phone for a while. After some time, if I genuinely feel like reconnecting, I let myself download it again. You’d be surprised how long you can go without checking your socials.source record 4742

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Pair catching up with chores

Call a friend while doing an avoided chore so connection and momentum happen together.

Borrow another person's momentum
Attach it to an existing routine

See 2 representative source examples

just call themsource record 2444

Source-record spotlights

Most engaged source

Reminding myself to say yes to as many invitations as possible even though I lean introverted. If I want a village, I must be a villager. Just because it’s be easier to stay home doesn’t mean it’s the right thing to do.

source record 1259♥ 21

Later-arriving source

When I was on social media addictively and would see all those fun little ads for things that you think you might need, I made a folder to save them all to. I never bought any of them, but still got the boost as if I had shopped lol.

posted about 57 days after the source♥ 4

Zero-like source

my friend needed a pair of pliers to fix his car so we could get home. I reached up into the tree next to us that we broke down by and pulled pliers from the nook of the tree. we were both stunned.

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

What the counts show

Keeping friendships alive with less effort.

17index entries

17distinct source records

7.4%of parent category

0.3%of the complete index

11top-level comments

6replies

Browse the original comments17 preserved records · 17 of 17 source records accounted for

This and whatever it is, there is already someone trying to do it with less resources (or training, or friends cheering them on) than you. So go for it. They can do it, so can you!♥ 2source record 110

I think you and I could be friends. 🤣🤣🤣🤣♥ 2source record 181

That’s amazing. Did you pick social media back up to advertise your books?♥ 2source record 554

I never said everyone should quit social media. This was an example of how I found more time in my day by making a simple change. Also, from what I understand, agents and publishers ask authors to promote their books through social media…they expect it.♥ 15source record 556

Im genuinely asking what does the village villager part mean?♥ 0source record 702

Heard to do something like this for bad neighbors and coworkers too. So for difficult people in general. I haven't tried it though.♥ 1source record 1151

just call them♥ 3source record 2444

Jumped on to pass the time while waiting and found a whole village to lean on!!♥ 1source record 3715

Focus friend app. Best thing I have downloaded on my phone. I get stuff done, put my phone down, and earn rewards.♥ 1source record 4235

Blocking people on social media♥ 1source record 4245

my friend needed a pair of pliers to fix his car so we could get home. I reached up into the tree next to us that we broke down by and pulled pliers from the nook of the tree. we were both stunned.♥ 0source record 5027

Mr friend’s father once told her, whatever decision you make, it is the right one. That was stayed with me, if you are unhappy with the consequences, it was the lesson you needed.♥ 0source record 5269

write your problem down. answer it like you are giving advice to your own best friend. follow the advice♥ 0source record 5354

Archive: 17 index entries preserve 17 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 5 records matched, 12 outside those rules, 1 in multiple

Compliments and saying hi11 index entriesCompliments, greetings and tiny social openers.

Source-backed index report

Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Compliments and saying hi

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Compliments and saying hi

11 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Compliments and saying hi

How commenters applied it: Compliments, greetings and tiny social openers.

What readers reported: Started living more whimsical started speaking to items/nature “hello Mr sun, hi beautiful trees, hello home, thank you car we arrived safely, goodnight moon, greetings Mr fluffers or birdies, in the mirror hello cutie pie” feels like a princess moment

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Greet people visibly

Say hello and smile at acquaintances so casual contact feels warmer and easier to repeat.

Borrow another person's momentum
Attach it to an existing routine

See 2 representative source examples

I try to always verbally greet people with a smile at work/school, my friends ofc but also just loose acquaintances. I noticed how good it felt to me when it seemed like another person was happy to see me. I make friends a lot easier at this season if life, idk if it’s this in particular but I think it really helps.source record 2172

I am late but I’ll type a comment to say Hisource record 4264

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Look at the elbow for high-fives

Aim attention at the other person's elbow to make high-fives land more reliably.

Give attention a neutral target

See 2 representative source examples

high five, look at the other persons elbow and never miss.source record 2446

oh to hit every high-five , look at their elbows . I hit the strongest of fives ! high, mid and low !source record 2665

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Use a smile or laugh to shift the tone

Introduce a smile or laugh during tension to interrupt the emotional momentum.

Use a sensory reset
Change the sentence

See 2 representative source examples

Smile. Even if you don't know why. It makes you feel better. And then try to find a reason for smiling, even if it's the tiniest thing. Keep smiling and watch people transform around you, just because you're smiling.source record 3758

Laugh when I get mad or smile when I’m in an heated argument with someonesource record 4153

Source-record spotlights

Most engaged source

Started living more whimsical started speaking to items/nature “hello Mr sun, hi beautiful trees, hello home, thank you car we arrived safely, goodnight moon, greetings Mr fluffers or birdies, in the mirror hello cutie pie” feels like a princess moment

source record 1847♥ 5

Later-arriving source

I am late but I’ll type a comment to say Hi

posted about 220 days after the source♥ 0

Zero-like source

I make my work password a variation of a friend’s name, and it makes me smile every time 💝

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

What the counts show

Compliments, greetings and tiny social openers.

11index entries

11distinct source records

4.8%of parent category

0.2%of the complete index

10top-level comments

1replies

Browse the original comments11 preserved records · 11 of 11 source records accounted for

I make my work password a variation of a friend’s name, and it makes me smile every time 💝♥ 0source record 347

high five, look at the other persons elbow and never miss.♥ 3source record 2446

Wonder Woman pose with a big smile for 3 minutes before any performance-related thing - job interview? Big presentation? Tough conversation? Strike the pose, hold it, and you have primed your body for a higher probability of success.♥ 3source record 2603

oh to hit every high-five , look at their elbows . I hit the strongest of fives ! high, mid and low !♥ 3source record 2665

Laugh when I get mad or smile when I’m in an heated argument with someone♥ 1source record 4153

Whenever you need to ask someone for a favor just say “You look pretty today” before you ask. It works on literally everyone, even burly men because it either softens them or breaks the ice with laughter. And you can use it over and over again, because the person will know you’re about to ask for something and immediately say “what is it?” .. my oldest son started doing this in middle school and still does. I stole it and have used it on my boss for years 😂♥ 1source record 4208

I am late but I’ll type a comment to say Hi♥ 0source record 4264

I stopped reaching out first, even for simple greetings. That alone revealed a lot about the friendships I valued knowing that is knowing peace😌♥ 0source record 4463

Archive: 11 index entries preserve 11 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 6 records matched, 5 outside those rules, 0 in multiple

Boundaries and saying no9 index entriesSaying no fast and protecting your peace.

Source-backed index report

Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Boundaries and saying no

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Boundaries and saying no

9 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Boundaries and saying no

How commenters applied it: Saying no fast and protecting your peace.

What readers reported: Cutting off both of my boomer parents has DRASTICALLY changed my life for the better‼️

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

4 source recordsRecurring approach

Give a direct no

Say no at the point of request instead of creating a delayed maybe.

Swap instead of subtract
Change the sentence

See 3 representative source examples

Learning to say no, Is the singel best thing.source record 4427

Immediately telling ppl “no” when they ask me if I want to participate in something rather than saying “I’ll let you know”source record 4503

Saying No when I don’t want to do something.source record 4543

2 source recordsRecurring approach

End contact when necessary

A recurring high-stakes boundary was ending contact with harmful family members; context and safety planning matter.

Change the environment

See 2 representative source examples

Cutting off both of my boomer parents has DRASTICALLY changed my life for the better‼️source record 1117

I went no contact with my MIL, now I'm at peacesource record 3768

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Pause before people-pleasing

Sit with the discomfort briefly and require a clear internal yes before agreeing.

Shrink it with a timer
Change the sentence

See 2 representative source examples

Being comfortable with uncomfortable feelings - stops people pleasing behaviour. My therapist said just sit with it for a few minutes before you decide what to do. And often the feeling passes and I don’t feel the need to please.source record 3330

Say no if it’s not a “full body yes”source record 5169

Source-record spotlights

Most engaged source

Cutting off both of my boomer parents has DRASTICALLY changed my life for the better‼️

source record 1117♥ 120

Later-arriving source

Learning to say no, Is the singel best thing.

posted about 42 days after the source♥ 0

Zero-like source

Say no if it’s not a “full body yes”

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

What the counts show

Saying no fast and protecting your peace.

9index entries

9distinct source records

3.9%of parent category

0.2%of the complete index

8top-level comments

1replies

Browse the original comments9 preserved records · 9 of 9 source records accounted for

exactly what I came to say now she's going to want social media and she's going to want people to not quit social media♥ 2source record 555

Cutting off both of my boomer parents has DRASTICALLY changed my life for the better‼️♥ 120source record 1117

I went no contact with my MIL, now I'm at peace♥ 1source record 3768

Learning to say no, Is the singel best thing.♥ 0source record 4427

Immediately telling ppl “no” when they ask me if I want to participate in something rather than saying “I’ll let you know”♥ 0source record 4503

Saying No when I don’t want to do something.♥ 0source record 4543

Say no if it’s not a “full body yes”♥ 0source record 5169

Switching ‘I’m sorry’ for ‘excuse me’♥ 0source record 5309

Archive: 9 index entries preserve 9 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 7 records matched, 2 outside those rules, 1 in multiple

Moving the body, even a little150 records · 4 sub-topicsMovement in doses small enough to actually happen.

Gym, strength and sweat43 index entriesWorkouts, strength training and actually going.

Source-backed index report

Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Gym, strength and sweat

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Gym, strength and sweat

43 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Gym, strength and sweat

How commenters applied it: Workouts, strength training and actually going.

What readers reported: getting out of breath once a day, even one single instance of it, truly 5 minutes, i felt amazing on day 1, my cardiovascular fitness increased drastically, and is the thing that finally gave me an exercise habit

Limit: even though I hate to admit it working out and losing weight will fix 90% of your physical pain and limitations unfortunately it's true I didn't want it to be true but it is

Where commenters report limits

Explicit limit or counterpoint

even though I hate to admit it working out and losing weight will fix 90% of your physical pain and limitations unfortunately it's true I didn't want it to be true but it is

source record 4482♥ 0

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

4 source recordsRecurring approach

Build strength with resistance work

Use strength training, dumbbells, deadlifts or focused core work as the movement practice.

Use movement as the switch

See 3 representative source examples

Strength training with dumb bellssource record 1600

strength training helps everythingsource record 2515

Strengthening your core muscles helps your mental health. I don’t know why, but it makes you feel like you can take on more. But if you don’t keep it up, you start to feel miserable again.source record 4756

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Use a cue to cross the workout starting line

Resolve the start decision by beginning immediately, flipping a coin, or putting on workout clothes first.

Change the sentence
Remove a step

See 3 representative source examples

heard once that when you’re dreading doing something you know you probably should do (like go to the gym), you’re in this conflict with yourself right up until the moment you begin the task. Want to stop feeling conflicted? Better begin the task!source record 1915

If I can’t make a decision like “should I go to the gym” I flip a coinsource record 3991

If I put on work-out clothing first thing in the morning I will do a workout that day.source record 4186

Source-record spotlights

Most engaged source

getting out of breath once a day, even one single instance of it, truly 5 minutes, i felt amazing on day 1, my cardiovascular fitness increased drastically, and is the thing that finally gave me an exercise habit

source record 901♥ 1,345

Later-arriving source

This is also a ballet exercise to strengthen the feet and ankles for pointe shoes - very effective not only for dance, but also to guarantee strong feet/ankles into old age 🙌

posted about 53 days after the source♥ 1

Zero-like source

Listen, I got a vibration plate. I’m not saying it does anything but I do think it relaxes me before bed.

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

Related evidence elsewhere in the index

What the counts show

Workouts, strength training and actually going.

43index entries

43distinct source records

28.7%of parent category

0.8%of the complete index

40top-level comments

3replies

Browse the original comments43 preserved records · 43 of 43 source records accounted for

Working out♥ 6source record 764

This is also a ballet exercise to strengthen the feet and ankles for pointe shoes - very effective not only for dance, but also to guarantee strong feet/ankles into old age 🙌♥ 1source record 1532

Went to physical therapy for tibal tendonitis and learned all the exercises to help strengthen feet and ankle muscles!♥ 1source record 1545

I stopped wearing shoes with arch support and mine went away, but I wish I knew about those exercises earlier too.♥ 5source record 1549

Strength training with dumb bells♥ 6source record 1600

Just say... it will all work out.♥ 2source record 1736

I run the dishwasher daily. Full or not.♥ 5source record 1874

If you don't like to exercise, and are getting up there in years, or have a body that is in a little bit of bad shape or worse, do at least this one thing: get down on the floor once a day and get back up by yourself without using a piece of furniture, or anyone to help you. Getting good at this can really save your rear in a fall situation.♥ 5source record 1880

Daily exercise, alternating strength and endurance. It will change your life.♥ 4source record 2191

Breathing unevenly while running. Never got a stitch running since. Breath in for 3 steps, out for 2, then if you start to feel a burn, you switch to in for 2, out for 3♥ 4source record 2303

Working out♥ 4source record 2308

My gym teacher in high school had monstrous calf muscles, he said its was all because he stood on his toes in the shower. It works!♥ 3source record 2462

strength training helps everything♥ 3source record 2515

Saying “I’m so lucky things work out for me” when I’m worried about something♥ 3source record 2538

The gym- everything♥ 2source record 2786

tongue exercises for my TMJ♥ 2source record 2890

Water. Drinking water, swimming, soaking, splashing, standing in the rain. Water always helps me feel better.♥ 2source record 3029

Tbh exercising 😭😭😭♥ 2source record 3254

Only 8-10 work outfits to choose from. I’m NEVER wasting time. I just uniformed myself.♥ 1source record 3489

Exercise♥ 1source record 3596

Qigong heel drops♥ 1source record 3706

I remind myself that growing old is a privilege. Helped me appreciate aging♥ 1source record 3792

Making your body and movements more symmetrical to build neural pathways and be more functional/attractive when your older.♥ 1source record 3829

If I can’t make a decision like “should I go to the gym” I flip a coin♥ 1source record 3991

If I put on work-out clothing first thing in the morning I will do a workout that day.♥ 1source record 4186

Please read Breath by James Nestor. Great book and exercises for improving breathing 💜💜♥ 1source record 4256

If you did something stupid like binge-watched Netflix or drank too much or ate comfort foods or didn't exercise since convid or had not one but two toxic exes...just refuse to criticize yourself about it.♥ 0source record 4367

even though I hate to admit it working out and losing weight will fix 90% of your physical pain and limitations unfortunately it's true I didn't want it to be true but it is♥ 0source record 4482

Weighing myself everyday…I swear it’s magic. As long as I weigh myself everyday I maintain my weight, or fluctuate a few pounds-no matter what I eat. And this is coming from someone who gained a lot of weight during COVID (and was not stepping on a scale at that time) I’ve lost a lot of it since then by doing all the things (exercise, diet.) But even when I’m not exercising or eating right—like the holidays or vacations….As long as I step on a scale-it’s like my brain registers it and subconsciously reminds me to slow down with snacking or just be more mindful. Highly recommend starting with that if you’re wanting to start a weight loss journey. Just weigh yourself.♥ 0source record 4483

Create a uniform for you work outfit!! Find a color palette that works for you you and buy 5 pants, 7 tops, 4 blazer/cardigans and 7-10 pieces of jewelry and make sure they can be mixed and matched. Esssentially this was what I was told before the ‘capsule wardrobe’ was a thing. It works, 10000000%!! I don’t have to think or ponder my outfit each day and saves me at least a. Hour I. The morning.♥ 0source record 4494

Exercise♥ 0source record 4510

I see your toothbrush, and I raise you using chop sticks with non dominant hand. It’s a workout♥ 0source record 4611

Nobody at the gym is judging you because they’re all too worried thinking about what you think of them♥ 0source record 4629

Indoor rowing 10km a day for 5 days a week. Day two, tight pelvic floor muscles, I’m 48 have had 4 babies. Kegels don’t cut it at all. AT. ALL. I’ve done it all. Rowing works. No inflammation, tum is slimmed, I feel alive. Doesn’t matter how fast or slow you go.♥ 0source record 4721

Strengthening your core muscles helps your mental health. I don’t know why, but it makes you feel like you can take on more. But if you don’t keep it up, you start to feel miserable again.♥ 0source record 4756

SWEATING! It doesn't have to be a lot and doesn't have to be from rigorous exercise either, just activate your sweat glands. Helps with detox, which is especially important for pep getting over an illness like mold, lyme, or whatever. Clear your lymphatic system, and make sure all exits are flowing: pee/poop/sweat. 😅♥ 0source record 4765

all my workout clothes are the same color so I can wash them all at once and pick any top and bottom at random. I also pack only 2 or 3 colors when I travel and the outfits will be much easier to put together.♥ 0source record 4793

deadlifts♥ 0source record 4891

Listen, I got a vibration plate. I’m not saying it does anything but I do think it relaxes me before bed.♥ 0source record 5017

Well sounds a lot like breathing exercise in Pranayama chanting ‘Om’, that is also an ancient practice in Hinduism and Buddhism. Literally people have been doing this for hundreds of years wonder where the “small study” got it from.♥ 0source record 5375

The human version of vibrating the Apple Watch as it leaves swim mode 😂♥ 0source record 5450

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Posture, joints and unclenching39 index entriesStretching, posture fixes and unclenching the jaw.

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How commenters applied it: Stretching, posture fixes and unclenching the jaw.

What readers reported: If you have an eye twitch or something similar, you need to stretch out your neck shoulders and back. Works literally every time.

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16 source recordsRecurring approach

Use regular stretching for mobility

Stretch a specific tight or painful area, often as a short daily or morning practice.

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Use a sensory reset

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If you get regular muscle pain like a pinched nerve in your back. There are daily stretches you can do to prevent that from happening. Look it up based on the muscles or location.source record 1677

Piriformis stretch ended my two times per year average back spasms that would shift my spine and posture and lay me out a week at a time for 20yrs. Doctors, acupuncturists, chiropractors, therapists, etc all failed. The stretch.source record 2915

Stretching my neck, shoulds and back for only 2 min. in the morning, it actually makes a difference.source record 4348

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Use yoga as the mobility practice

Use yoga or a yoga pose for posture, soreness or general mobility.

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Yogasource record 1717

Yogasource record 2741

Yoga fixed my lower back pain- basically immediatelysource record 3344

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Use a foam roller

Roll the back, legs or other tight areas with a foam roller.

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Use a sensory reset

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Foam rolling. I can touch my toes for the first time in my lifesource record 1951

Neti Pot for anything sinus related. Rolling on a tennis ball for sore muscle issues. A foam roller for back or leg issues.source record 4257

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If you have an eye twitch or something similar, you need to stretch out your neck shoulders and back. Works literally every time.

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I was in a car accident recently and ruptured a disc in my back. The ER doctor told me that once I had recovered, to work on my core strength, because that’s what protects your spine in situations like this. I did so, and my foot pain also went away. It’s like fixing my core, fixed my posture, which then took pressure off my gait.

posted about 53 days after the source♥ 0

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Core workouts fixed my neck tension headaches

posted about 40 days after the source♥ 0

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Stretching, posture fixes and unclenching the jaw.

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If you have an eye twitch or something similar, you need to stretch out your neck shoulders and back. Works literally every time.♥ 284source record 1064

If you get regular muscle pain like a pinched nerve in your back. There are daily stretches you can do to prevent that from happening. Look it up based on the muscles or location.♥ 17source record 1677

Yoga♥ 2source record 1717

Foam rolling. I can touch my toes for the first time in my life♥ 5source record 1951

If you have something stuck under your top eyelid and it wont wash out, pull your top eyelid out and stretch it down on top of your bottom eye lid. Then open your eye. Essentially using your bottom eyelashes to sweep out whatever was in your top eyelid. Works every time for me.♥ 4source record 2070

Posture♥ 4source record 2295

Yoga♥ 3source record 2741

Knowing I’ll feel better after my workout yoga whatever even if I’m sore from before do it again and it feels better than putting it off and staying sore♥ 2source record 2877

Cat cow rotating stretch for lower back pain. Relief almost immediately from sciatica.♥ 2source record 3024

To get rid of the hiccups, lay on your back with you head dangling off the couch and your legs up and arms relaxed to touch the ground (and stretch your diaphram). All you have to do is kick your feet and breath in and out in a rapid, exaggerated way... And your hiccups are gone! Absolutely ridiculous but surprisingly effective. Haha♥ 2source record 3108

Honestly drinking enough water and stretching♥ 2source record 3113

Chin Tucks! Fixes “tech-neck”, helps correct posture, and relieves neck pain! Total game changer I swear!😍❤️♥ 2source record 3314

Yoga fixed my lower back pain- basically immediately♥ 2source record 3344

I had bad heel pain and randomly read an article about flexing your feet and stretching out your heels every day. It helps me a lot.♥ 2source record 3384

I hurt my back 2 years ago and had to do a frog pose stretch several times a day. I now brush my teeth in frog pose. I have an electric toothbrush so I know I get a good 2 - 3 minutes of stretching 2x a day.♥ 2source record 3386

This is a yoga practice :)♥ 1source record 3612

if ur neck is stiff. with ur right hand grab on your left bicep then turn ur biceps to the left while turning ur head to the left and it loosens ur neck within 5 reps then switch sides♥ 1source record 3621

Qi Qong and TCM♥ 1source record 3761

if you struggle to stay sitting comfortably upright at your desk and tend to slip out of your chair a lot, take the belt from your rope or something similar and tie your legs together so your knees are touching. not tight, but enough to keep your legs together and to keep from splaying. it takes strain off of my hip bones♥ 1source record 4106

Long easily tangled hair here! My hair goes down to my butt. I work outside all winter so I wrap my hair up in a silk scarf. I used to braid it but the hair at the nape of my neck would become a rat's nest everyday because I wear a vest in the winter and it would rub. So now it's in a bun wrapped in silk with a hat and my hood is up everyday for added warmth especially because I hate my ears being cold. The scarf helps me stay warm too! I recently bought a silk bun cover which has made it easier and I'm going to try it this winter. So far so good! Child me that grew up skiing wishes I knew that earlier.♥ 1source record 4151

A simple full body stretch or a down dog etc can immediately make you feel better♥ 1source record 4183

Stretching my occipital muscles, fixed about a decades worth of neck pain in two weeks.♥ 1source record 4188

Use the mobility aide, even if you don’t think you’re “disabled enough” to need it. If it helps, use it. Other people’s opinions aren’t my (or your) problem, they can mind their own damn business!♥ 1source record 4234

Neti Pot for anything sinus related. Rolling on a tennis ball for sore muscle issues. A foam roller for back or leg issues.♥ 1source record 4257

My neck has had almost zero mobility for two years. I went to physical therapist/s, acupuncturist and massage therapists. Everyone said— your neck is super tight. Every video showed stretching, but the person was sitting upright. I started lying face down on my bed. First I stretch my neck by sticking my chin forward to feel a really deep stretch. Next- I turn my head to the right for a for deep stretch, then left for a deep stretch. I do this on both sides as long as I can tolerate. It’s painful, but I finally am starting to feel mobility in my neck♥ 0source record 4336

Stretching my neck, shoulds and back for only 2 min. in the morning, it actually makes a difference.♥ 0source record 4348

stretching for 15 minutes in the morning is essential.♥ 0source record 4364

stretching of the upper back when heartburn hits, I don't know why, but it often helps♥ 0source record 4437

Core workouts fixed my neck tension headaches♥ 0source record 4496

I pretend I'm a celebrity doing their house chores during an interview while on camera and it helps my posture, my attitude is better, and I enjoy it more because I'm keeping myself company, entertaining myself, and getting chores done.♥ 0source record 4623

Pilates every day♥ 0source record 4647

Do you attend a class or watch home video? Looking for good YT or vid on Pilates♥ 0source record 4648

Stretching, stretch !!! It gets rid of pain♥ 0source record 4652

daily to stretch the body parts and every muscle. This is actually so important not to become stiff and inflexible.♥ 0source record 4769

Strengthening hip flexors- i do simple knee raises when I brush my teeth (w Electric toothbrush), one minute each leg, it’s like 50 raises per leg. When I work out I never do enough for hip flexors and they’ve always been weak and tight. Been at it a few months and it’s making a difference!♥ 0source record 4910

chinese mindful movements every morning.♥ 0source record 5344

Stretch your hamstrings everyday. Forward fold, downward dog, whatever you want but every day. I’m 45 and can see the aging effect on my peers of no flexibility♥ 0source record 5407

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Exercise snacks34 index entriesCalf raises at the kettle — movement smuggled into the day.

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34 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

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How commenters applied it: Calf raises at the kettle — movement smuggled into the day.

What readers reported: 20 calf raises after you eat to help regulate blood sugar! I’ve been doing it for a couple months and I can actually feel the shift in digestion as I’m doing it

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

✓ Supported, with contextWhat the evidence says: Randomized-trial reviews support doing physical activity soon after a meal to reduce the immediate post-meal glucose rise. They do not establish that exactly 20 calf raises reliably regulates blood sugar, and feeling a digestive shift is not a glucose measurement. Sources: PubMed — systematic review of exercise timing and post-meal glucose

⚠ Needs contextContext: Frozen shoulder can take up to three years to fully recover, but the claim that no treatment works is inaccurate: AAOS says most people improve with relatively simple nonsurgical care and identifies flexibility-focused physical therapy as the primary treatment. One rapid personal response does not establish dead hangs as a general treatment. Sources: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons — frozen shoulder

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Do fifty jumps

Use a brief set of fifty jumps, usually in the morning, as a compact movement session.

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Doing 50 jumps in the morning to help lymphatic drainage, boost energy, and build bone densitysource record 959

50 jumps in the morning, INSANELY good for immediate energy 🔥source record 1934

50 jumps a day, great for lymphatic drainage, increasing strength in bone etcsource record 4849

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Practice standing on one leg

Add a brief one-leg balance hold while showering, brushing teeth or standing.

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Standing on one leg for balance!source record 54

Shower standing on one foot to exercise balance.source record 3437

To improve my balance, I stand on one foot for 2 segments of my electric toothbrush and switch feet for the other two.source record 3506

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Add a short set of calf raises

Use calf raises as a compact exercise that can fit after meals or into a daily routine.

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20 calf raises after you eat to help regulate blood sugar! I’ve been doing it for a couple months and I can actually feel the shift in digestion as I’m doing itsource record 919

you can do squats too! if calf raises sometimes give you charlie horses like me lolsource record 931

50 calf raises a day to cure planter fasciitis!source record 1965

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Commit to only one repetition

Lower the starting commitment to one push-up or one jumping jack, with more repetitions optional.

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Remove a step

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the 1 push up theory. it's easy to start something if you only commit to doing one, or a small chunk... because starting is what's usually hard. but after doing one pushup, or ither thing, you think...hmmmm, I could do more...I could clean more, etcsource record 2343

I dont force myself to do more than I want to. I want to workout but maybe not 30min, maybe just one jumping jack, so ill do just one. It helps me feel accomplished even if what i did was small, and i never avoid the task because im ashamed i havent been doing anything. It keeps me consistent and i get way more done long term.source record 5393

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20 calf raises after you eat to help regulate blood sugar! I’ve been doing it for a couple months and I can actually feel the shift in digestion as I’m doing it

source record 919♥ 12,184

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Shower standing on one foot to exercise balance.

posted about 79 days after the source♥ 1

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Doing side leg raises while I wait for something in the microwave or toaster. Completely changed how my body moves.

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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Calf raises at the kettle — movement smuggled into the day.

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Standing on one leg for balance!♥ 671source record 54

20 calf raises after you eat to help regulate blood sugar! I’ve been doing it for a couple months and I can actually feel the shift in digestion as I’m doing it♥ 12,184source record 919↑ Open the fact-check

My son is a type 1 diabetic and when his sugar is high and insulin is taking forever, we have him do deep squats! It’s often helps♥ 267source record 920

you can do squats too! if calf raises sometimes give you charlie horses like me lol♥ 1source record 931

Doing 50 jumps in the morning to help lymphatic drainage, boost energy, and build bone density♥ 8source record 959

I wonder if it has to do with reduced inflammation! Since jumping is basically lymphatic drainage♥ 14source record 1140

I take magnesium citrate every morning before I even get out of bed. it's greatly reduced my hemiplegia migraines. when they start being an issue again I use a vibration plate. same concept as your jumping just much faster lol. it's supposed to help with lymphatic drainage and it seems to relax all my muscles.♥ 1source record 1146

Just bopping up and down, my feet barely come off the floor. Search ‘50 jumps in the morning’ and you will see a bunch of tik toks of people talking about the benefits they have had doing it♥ 5source record 1148

I work on my feet all day, multiple days a week. started doing a 5-15 second plank in the morning while I had mouth wash in. helped so much of my foot pain.♥ 99source record 1232

🤣🤣 just the planks. the mouthwash just wakes me up enough to do a plank first thing in the morning.♥ 7source record 1235

Is it the planks that help or the combo of plank and mouth wash? 😅♥ 4source record 1236

50 jumps in the morning, INSANELY good for immediate energy 🔥♥ 5source record 1934

50 calf raises a day to cure planter fasciitis!♥ 5source record 1965

I was diagnosed with frozen shoulder last month- “extremely painful, takes 2 years to recover, no treatments are clinically effective.” I started doing dead hangs from a pull up bar last week and I’m about 90% better today. DEAD HANGS, Everybody!! Do them!♥ 4source record 2037↑ Open the fact-check

A little exercise every morning and night while brushing my teeth. Puts the compound effect to work.♥ 2source record 2763

Stretching daily, it’s like brushing/flossing your teeth consistently, once u start u don’t wanna stop♥ 2source record 2837

The 50 jumps in the morning ✨♥ 2source record 2855

Shower standing on one foot to exercise balance.♥ 1source record 3437

To improve my balance, I stand on one foot for 2 segments of my electric toothbrush and switch feet for the other two.♥ 1source record 3506

I saw a creator jumping 50 times in the morning. I tried it the week I went back to work after Thanksgiving. I’ve been in a good mood since I started doing it. I teach first grade and by Christmas break I’m not in the best mood.♥ 1source record 3577

* To simply exercise my brain. I use my left hand to use the mouse when using a computer at work. * your thighs and glutes are the the biggest muscle group. I do lunges while I shower.♥ 1source record 3583

I’ve heard jumping 50 times in the morning♥ 1source record 3776

Doing 100 squats a day in sets of 25, about an hour after eating. Your thighs have Glut 4 receptors which use all excess (unused) glucose stored in your body, you also strengthen your legs/glutes. I'm up to 200 a day now, I'm 59 & this can be achieved 👌🥰♥ 0source record 4369

When I get tired at work, I stand on my non dominant leg while doing a task or use my none dominant hand to sort papers etc. Really forces my brain to switch back on.♥ 0source record 4378

If you’re usually sick whilst brushing your teeth (morning sickness for me) brush in the shower or on one leg (definitely not both!). Your brain can only deal with so much sensation at once and usually you can trick into focusing on the shower or your balance instead of barfing!♥ 0source record 4385

deadhangs have cured my lower back pain♥ 0source record 4508

Jumping 50 times in the morning to gel energized without coffee 😂♥ 0source record 4578

jumping up and down 50 each morning to get ur body awake - works better than coffee♥ 0source record 4598

50 jumps a day, great for lymphatic drainage, increasing strength in bone etc♥ 0source record 4849

Doing side leg raises while I wait for something in the microwave or toaster. Completely changed how my body moves.♥ 0source record 5109

I saw a girl on here saying to do 50 jumps as soon as you get up to wake your body up. it really does wake you up p♥ 0source record 5316

I don’t use the elevator. Even when I carry heavy shopping. I live on the 5th level. It has done wonders for my fitness.♥ 0source record 5331

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Walks that fix everything34 index entriesWalking as the all-purpose reset.

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Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Walks that fix everything

How commenters applied it: Walking as the all-purpose reset.

What readers reported: I came here to say plantar.fasch.. I had it for literally a year. I got a vibration plate bc it hurt to walk so much that I couldn't even do that for exercise. I'd say maybe 3 fifteen minute sessions on the vibration plate... and my feet were fixed.…

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Walk after eating

Take a short walk after a meal or dinner.

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Attach it to an existing routine

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I walk after meals! I have digestive issues and it helps immensely!source record 925

either calf raises or a short walk after eating. it literally got rid of my prediabetes! after wearing a glucose monitor it's crazy to see how effective it is.source record 2160

Walking after eating a mealsource record 3092

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Make the outdoor walk a regular default

Repeat a daily or otherwise regular walk outside rather than waiting for a larger workout.

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Create a default

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Walking outside. So good for so many reasons, but really good for my mental healthsource record 1750

Going for a regular daily walk, even just 20 mins really did improve my mood and healthsource record 2267

walking outside... daily.....completely shifted my mind,focus,attitude🤔🤔🥰source record 2882

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Let the dog supply the walking cue

Use a dog's need or company as the recurring prompt to walk.

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Borrow another person's momentum

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getting a dog. i was working from home during lockdown so I adopted a dog. but now I start & end every day with a 30 min walk, most weekends are spent hiking, and he goes with me running errands. when I feel like being lazy, he gets me moving.source record 2799

Don't put it down, put it away. Helps with my messy ADHD so much. + if I bring my dog with me, it might slow me down, but maybe that's the point. Not every walk, shopping trip, and errand needs to be rushed. My dog wants to come too!source record 3737

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I came here to say plantar.fasch.. I had it for literally a year. I got a vibration plate bc it hurt to walk so much that I couldn't even do that for exercise. I'd say maybe 3 fifteen minute sessions on the vibration plate... and my feet were fixed. I'm dead serious

source record 1558♥ 22

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Walking outside. So good for so many reasons, but really good for my mental health

posted about 59 days after the source♥ 5

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Walking made me lose 40 pounds when nothing else worked for 20 years

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Walking as the all-purpose reset.

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I walk after meals! I have digestive issues and it helps immensely!♥ 1source record 925

I do YouTube workouts each morning. Whenever there is a 20 or 30 second rest between exercises I walk around my living room or kitchen and clean up. Sometimes I’m able to tidy the living room plus empty and reload the dishwasher by the end of the workout.♥ 6source record 1462

If I am not having a good day…just asking myself if I have done anything to make my day good or to make myself feel good? (Drink water, go on a walk, clean up, exercise, enjoy a hobby, eat a food I’ve been craving). It has spurred so many pivots in turning bad days into better ones!♥ 6source record 1488

Walking outside. So good for so many reasons, but really good for my mental health♥ 5source record 1750

Walking♥ 5source record 1947

either calf raises or a short walk after eating. it literally got rid of my prediabetes! after wearing a glucose monitor it's crazy to see how effective it is.♥ 4source record 2160

Going for a regular daily walk, even just 20 mins really did improve my mood and health♥ 4source record 2267

My body is my pet. It lives in the moment and doesn't understand when I try to reason with it. I need to take care of its needs when it needs them. I wouldn't make my dog wait to go pee, or sit hungry, or miss a walk because I'm too busy. If my body is scared about something existential I can't just tell it it's being stupid, I wouldn't tell my dog he's being stupid. It's got to be soothed so it can move on and feel safe.♥ 3source record 2628

taking walks♥ 3source record 2728

Walking for mental health♥ 2source record 2857

walking outside... daily.....completely shifted my mind,focus,attitude🤔🤔🥰♥ 2source record 2882

Walking after eating a meal♥ 2source record 3092

When trying to take a good habit (like daily walks), then do the same thing every day. e.g. I do the exact same 30 mins walk at the exact same time 3 days a week. I even wear the same clothes.♥ 2source record 3333

I don’t have to work out, I just need to put my exercise clothes on. But since I’m dressed for a workout I might as well go on a walk. And since I walked and feel more energized, I might as well lift some weights or get on the Peloton bike. Works every time.♥ 2source record 3376

Walking with my palms forward to roll my shoulders back.♥ 1source record 3871

Quit soda & Walking 15 mins ( right after dinner ) 🔥 == In 1 year I lost 110 pounds, (no gym or spending $$$;)♥ 1source record 3886

Standing on my toes 2 times a day while brushing my teeth it helped my foot which was hurting and I couldn’t walk. Now I can walk again a ball under the foot exercise didn’t help much. This did. Started slow. Also doing an Asian squat helps relaxing I do hold on to something for balance and stretching one leg won’t do so I need to stretch it.♥ 1source record 4201

Walk away and take a tea break usually it solve 5-10 % of any technical problems♥ 1source record 4223

Walking♥ 0source record 4265

I have spina bifida my bowels don't work I walk up and down stairs everyday then go toilet♥ 0source record 4325

10 -20 body weight squats after you eat if you can’t got for a walk♥ 0source record 4401

Jordan Peterson taught me this. if you're depressed, you feel like a failure and have no energy to do any of the things you need to do. pick the smallest, most menial task, that thing you walk by 5 times a day and keep telling yourself to fix it. do that thing, and it's a small victory, and a small victory is better than no victory. doing this has slowly helped me organize my house, it's a long way to go but I'm making slow progress, and that's better than no progress♥ 0source record 4549

Walk outside♥ 0source record 4734

I count during hard physical tasks such as carryjng groceries up steps or working out. It takes my mind off the exertion and time it takes. I focus on the counting. At 60 I start over at 1 again until it’s done.♥ 0source record 4741

walking after meals, BOOM♥ 0source record 4789

10,000 steps a day 🔥♥ 0source record 4814

If I have a room to clean I start in one corner and work out from there. I don’t get distracted by other things as I walk by. It makes cleaning way more efficient.♥ 0source record 4942

A walk♥ 0source record 5074

Walking made me lose 40 pounds when nothing else worked for 20 years♥ 0source record 5104

Going for a walk for any emotion.♥ 0source record 5107

Walking♥ 0source record 5216

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Phones, money and life admin78 records · 4 sub-topicsPhones, money and paperwork put on autopilot.

Desk, inbox and calendar tricks26 index entriesWork systems, scheduling and inbox tricks.

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Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Desk, inbox and calendar tricks

How commenters applied it: Work systems, scheduling and inbox tricks.

What readers reported: I’m going to lower the bar here & say 60% qualified for! That’s what a white man would do!

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

7 source recordsRecurring approach

Use the password as a repeated cue

Put a memorable phrase or evolving rule into a frequently typed password.

Attach it to an existing routine
Create a default

See 3 representative source examples

my work password for about 5 years has been "Let'sdothis!###" and the numbers change to the month/year when they make me update it.source record 305

my password was like 41willbebetter. well 41 was the worst year of my life ha.source record 358

Can confirm this works I had a random town 5 hours away from me as my password for 10+ years. Love of my life grew up in that town and that’s where we bought our first house.source record 359

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Email information to yourself

Send documents, notes or persistent thoughts to a personal inbox for later retrieval.

Move memory outside the brain

See 3 representative source examples

I've been doing this for a while and it works. I also email my self information and documents 🥰source record 602

I did that! I also made an email address just for sending myself stuff and making diary entries. You generally do have to send something out from it every once in a while to keep it active.source record 610

If I can't stop thinking about something, I email it to myself as something to deal with later. That helps me stop the running thought.source record 5227

Source-record spotlights

Most engaged source

I’m going to lower the bar here & say 60% qualified for! That’s what a white man would do!

source record 98♥ 85

Later-arriving source

I started using the “send later” text. When I think of someone I need to respond to at 6am I type it out to send at 9am. Very helpful

posted about 44 days after the source♥ 1

Zero-like source

Before I leave work I always write the next day's schedule down, which helps me catch anything I've missed and sets me up for a chill start the next day. might seem logical but I'm often so tired after teaching + meetings + lesson prep that I just want to go home and not think about the next day

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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What the counts show

Work systems, scheduling and inbox tricks.

26index entries

26distinct source records

33.3%of parent category

0.5%of the complete index

13top-level comments

13replies

Browse the original comments26 preserved records · 26 of 26 source records accounted for

I’m going to lower the bar here & say 60% qualified for! That’s what a white man would do!♥ 85source record 98

Also one of those things that are so specific to you that no one would ever guess your password. Honestly quote good personal mental health advice *and* cybersecurity advice.♥ 4source record 304

my work password for about 5 years has been "Let'sdothis!###" and the numbers change to the month/year when they make me update it.♥ 3source record 305

The only job I only walked out of my password was I hate my job♥ 0source record 346

my password was like 41willbebetter. well 41 was the worst year of my life ha.♥ 0source record 358

Can confirm this works I had a random town 5 hours away from me as my password for 10+ years. Love of my life grew up in that town and that’s where we bought our first house.♥ 0source record 359

I once had something like "living- for-vacations" in my language for the longest time as one of the passwords I used at a site for my work LOL. Not very work-minded of me, but it always made me chuckle. 😂♥ 0source record 379

my password is f[account]♥ 0source record 381

I've been doing this for a while and it works. I also email my self information and documents 🥰♥ 14source record 602

I did that! I also made an email address just for sending myself stuff and making diary entries. You generally do have to send something out from it every once in a while to keep it active.♥ 0source record 610

I put my two rainbow bridge dogs as my password on my computer so I never go a day without thinking of them because life is busy 🐾♥ 9source record 1374

Create a “Wins” inbox at work and put every positive email in it. On tough days you can go back and reference it, also helps with annual reviews♥ 5source record 1861

go for the job, the position, the new thing ... everyone has had to learn something so someone else has to teach you. don't let not knowing stop you from trying. not everyone knows everything.♥ 3source record 2511

Every Sunday I top off my gas tank even if it's 3/4 full. I go into every work week with a full tank of gas♥ 3source record 2658

I started using the “send later” text. When I think of someone I need to respond to at 6am I type it out to send at 9am. Very helpful♥ 1source record 3482

mm morning shift job♥ 0source record 3564

I did a terrible job of typing that but I’m nit redoing it. Figure it out 😂♥ 0source record 3644

Take different routes to work. Breaking up routines and patterns helps develop creativity.♥ 1source record 3678

I once replied to a long critical email with "I didn't mean to upset you" - I wasn't trying to be mean but it seemed like the best response. And it completely changed the dynamic. Needless to say the recipient went on a rant about how they were not upset 😳♥ 0source record 3860

Ask for what you want/need. I told my professors that I was aiming for an A and why (double master’s degree, aiming for a triple, and needed the grades for scholarships etc.) I finished that semester with a near perfect GPA and have earned enough scholarships that I’m being paid to study. Meeting one of my sponsors next week at an award ceremony. Hoping to network my way into a career :)♥ 1source record 4004

The Finch app♥ 1source record 4260

there's a particularly complicated task that's part of my work process. I was getting frustrated with it. so I started saying good job (insert first name)! every time I completed this task. it only took a week before I was not getting frustrated and I've continued to do it and I get this task correct on the first try almost all the time. there's research that using your first name accesses your brain's function in a different manner♥ 0source record 4351

When changing passwords, because you have to do it regularly for certain sites, use the same letters and special sign but only go one number up each time.♥ 0source record 4594

finding a way to make a living at the hours of the day I am most awake.♥ 0source record 4795

If I can't stop thinking about something, I email it to myself as something to deal with later. That helps me stop the running thought.♥ 0source record 5227

Archive: 26 index entries preserve 26 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 10 records matched, 16 outside those rules, 0 in multiple

Taming the phone21 index entriesGrayscale, app limits and getting off the scroll.

Source-backed index report

Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Taming the phone

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Taming the phone

21 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Taming the phone

How commenters applied it: Grayscale, app limits and getting off the scroll.

What readers reported: Applying for jobs that you’re 80% qualified for

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Remove or replace the phone in a habitual location

Put the phone away or substitute another object, such as a book, in a high-use location.

Change the environment
Swap instead of subtract

See 3 representative source examples

Phone out of the bedroom!!source record 2062

putting my phone downsource record 5033

Take a book into the bathroom instead of your phone: you’ll read a novel a month without even trying.source record 5288

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Switch the phone to grayscale

Reduce the phone's color by enabling grayscale manually or on a schedule.

Change the environment
Use a sensory reset

See 3 representative source examples

Put my iPhone on 60% gray scale. I’ve noticed I’m less stimulatedsource record 2974

Settings > Accessibility > Display & Text Size > Color Filters, turn on Color Filters, and then select Grayscalesource record 2975

Mon-Fri my phone locks me out of 90% of apps and goes greyscale from 9-5, it has fixed my attention span at work tremendously. Samsung has these modes you can customize for this. Otherwise Im a smartphone addict.source record 3258

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Use an app for emotion check-ins

Use a phone app to label feelings or connect them with body sensations.

Move memory outside the brain
Use a sensory reset

See 2 representative source examples

Oooh, try the “How we feel” app. You can use it in the moment, or schedule it to check in with you at set times of day. It really helps me figure out what I feel and helps you identify how that feeling shows up in your body!source record 525

I use both an emo wheel but also now am app called Animi ( I have no connnection to them I think? It’s free) for my alexythymia it helps you figure out with body sensations etc it’s kind of amazing what it can do!!!source record 526

Source-record spotlights

Most engaged source

Applying for jobs that you’re 80% qualified for

source record 90♥ 15,630

Later-arriving source

posted about 88 days after the source♥ 0

Zero-like source

putting my phone down

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

Related evidence elsewhere in the index

What the counts show

Grayscale, app limits and getting off the scroll.

21index entries

21distinct source records

26.9%of parent category

0.4%of the complete index

16top-level comments

5replies

Browse the original comments21 preserved records · 21 of 21 source records accounted for

Applying for jobs that you’re 80% qualified for♥ 15,630source record 90

In June I stopped social media for a couple months and with my new-found spare time I wrote 3 children’s books. Now I’m pitching them to agents.🤞♥ 1,134source record 553

There is actually an app for this. I fill it out every night!♥ 4source record 848

My doctors clinic has the same idea. No one can get an appointment for at least a week and by that time you’re either better or you ended up in the ED♥ 8source record 900

if I'm trying to choose between two things, I will flip coin. if im disappointed with the result, I then know which thing I actually wanted.♥ 30source record 1201

When faced with a decision I ask myself, what’s the worst that could happen? If I can answer that then I also ask can I live with it if the answer is yes then I move forward if the answer is no I change course.♥ 25source record 1407

when I'm making a big decision that scares me, making a pros/cons list has really never let me down. also, flipping a coin to choose something. If the result leaves you disappointed, choose the other thing.♥ 5source record 1944

Phone out of the bedroom!!♥ 4source record 2062

A manager told me "B+ is still passing. Sometimes the solution does not have to perfection, we aren't saving lives over here." Of course this doesnt apply if you are saving lives but alot of us are not. I got out of my own head and honestly was able to find solutions and work more effectively instead of circling in my own doubt.♥ 3source record 2465

Put my iPhone on 60% gray scale. I’ve noticed I’m less stimulated♥ 2source record 2974

Settings > Accessibility > Display & Text Size > Color Filters, turn on Color Filters, and then select Grayscale♥ 1source record 2975

Someone told me “playing on your phone for hours isn’t very rockstar” and it changed my life. So much to live for. Sitting alone looking at your phone sounds so dorky and uncool now.♥ 1source record 3561

When I tried to scan an app at a shop for a discount/points it wouldn’t load and a person came up to me and told me to turn on aeroplane mode and I did and it loaded instantly, he had walked away before I could say thank you like some guiding spirit 😭♥ 1source record 3573

stopped all app notifications around 3 y ago and now when I pick up my phone I choose consciously how I spend my time online♥ 0source record 4454

putting my phone down♥ 0source record 5033

I set events in my phone calendar to remind me to go to the store. At the end of the day, im so tired I automatically drive home.♥ 0source record 5173

Kinda dumb and insignificant but I made a shortcut on my phone to where when I type it automatically puts my email address so I don’t have to type it out♥ 0source record 5276

Take a book into the bathroom instead of your phone: you’ll read a novel a month without even trying.♥ 0source record 5288

Archive: 21 index entries preserve 21 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 8 records matched, 13 outside those rules, 0 in multiple

Faster decisions17 index entriesCoin flips and rules that end deliberation.

Source-backed index report

Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Faster decisions

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Faster decisions

17 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Faster decisions

How commenters applied it: Coin flips and rules that end deliberation.

What readers reported: if it’s not a hell yes it’s a no

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

4 source recordsRecurring approach

Delay the decision until a set later time

Avoid deciding late at night and revisit the choice in the morning or at a defined deadline.

Shrink it with a timer
Change the sentence

See 3 representative source examples

I learned to never reevaluate a relationship or decision after 8pm. If it’s important, it will wait until morning.source record 675

When making big decisions, read up on it, research it, dive into it for a set period of time, like an evening or so. Pick a specific time where you will make the decision, for instance a day later at 8pm.Then go do something else and make sure it’s something that you fully emerge in, so you don’t think about the decision. Take the decision that feels best in that specific time. Research shows that’s most likely the decision that’ll make you the happiestsource record 4468

not making important life decisions after sundownsource record 5202

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Use a fixed threshold to decide

Replace open-ended deliberation with a prechosen yes-or-no or sufficiency rule.

Create a default
Change the sentence

See 3 representative source examples

if it’s not a hell yes it’s a nosource record 448

my favorite variation of this is “enough is a decision, not an amount.”source record 565

If it’s not a 7 outta 10 or higher I ain’t going or doing it. 😂source record 2525

Source-record spotlights

Most engaged source

if it’s not a hell yes it’s a no

source record 448♥ 5,517

Later-arriving source

If I’m struggling to start something or get up I say ‘3-2-1 Go’ and go on ‘Go’ it weirdly takes the decision away from me.

posted about 88 days after the source♥ 1

Zero-like source

allowing time before taking even smaller decisions, or before intervening into any situation. whenever possible. tomorrow you might feel different about things or things might develop into something else

posted about 44.2 hours after the source♥ 0

What the counts show

Coin flips and rules that end deliberation.

17index entries

17distinct source records

21.8%of parent category

0.3%of the complete index

13top-level comments

4replies

Browse the original comments17 preserved records · 17 of 17 source records accounted for

if it’s not a hell yes it’s a no♥ 5,517source record 448

Essentially you don’t have wait for the feeling of being ready you can just decide and then you’ll be ready.♥ 29source record 563

my favorite variation of this is “enough is a decision, not an amount.”♥ 4source record 565

I learned to never reevaluate a relationship or decision after 8pm. If it’s important, it will wait until morning.♥ 1source record 675

“What would I be doing if I wasn’t giving up” when I decide not to do something and then just do a lil more♥ 4source record 2090

It might be silly, but a few years ago I made the conscious decision to not post anything negative online any more and it helped my life soooooooo much♥ 4source record 2131

The coin flip to make a decision. It’s not which side it lands on, it’s which side you hope it’ll land on the second that it’s in the air.♥ 3source record 2483

If it’s not a 7 outta 10 or higher I ain’t going or doing it. 😂♥ 3source record 2525

if you see something at the store you want to impulse buy, take a picture of it, and decide later if you actually want the thing or if it really was just an impulse♥ 2source record 3276

If I’m struggling to start something or get up I say ‘3-2-1 Go’ and go on ‘Go’ it weirdly takes the decision away from me.♥ 1source record 3433

I saw a life coach or someone talking about the "top five priorities of your life". so like when you see someone that's super athletic and fit, are you willing to make that one of the top priorities in your life? and if not, you have to let it go. you can't be amazing at everything all the time, you have to prioritize.♥ 1source record 3554

Something that is really helped me is recognizing the difference between a “good decision” and the “right decision”. A good decision is something you’ve thought about; you weighed pros and cons - etc. and you make it and you can always look back and say maybe it wasn’t the right decision, but it was a good decision because it was careful and considered.♥ 0source record 4358

If someone is pressuring you to make a decision and wants you to make it there and then - it’s almost never for your own benefit.♥ 0source record 4429

You don’t have that much capacity in your active thoughts to process every parameter in a big decision. In the ‘down time’ your brain can actually process everything in the background♥ 0source record 4469

not making important life decisions after sundown♥ 0source record 5202

Archive: 17 index entries preserve 17 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 7 records matched, 10 outside those rules, 0 in multiple

Money moves14 index entriesAuto-payments, cart-cooling and small money rules.

Source-backed index report

Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Money moves

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Money moves

14 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Money moves

How commenters applied it: Auto-payments, cart-cooling and small money rules.

What readers reported: When shopping online I put items I want into my cart but I don’t need them and I go thru the process of buying it but not really doing it. It gives me enough satisfaction but I don’t end up buying it. If I want it in few days I will reconsider

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Leave an online purchase in the cart

Put a wanted item in the cart and wait before deciding whether to complete the purchase.

Shrink it with a timer
Remove a step

See 2 representative source examples

When shopping online I put items I want into my cart but I don’t need them and I go thru the process of buying it but not really doing it. It gives me enough satisfaction but I don’t end up buying it. If I want it in few days I will reconsidersource record 1108

When i get the impulse to buy something online i put it in my shopping cart and wait 1 week. I only buy it if i still want it after that week. Has helped me avoid unnecessary purchases a lotsource record 2227

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Route five-dollar bills to a dedicated place

Put each five-dollar bill into a consistent envelope or compartment for a later purpose.

Create a default
Change the environment

See 2 representative source examples

Every time I receive a $5 bill I put it in an envelope to save. That becomes a few hundred to use for vacationssource record 1240

I put my $5s in my car’s center console so it’s a quick grab if I feel moved to give to someone asking for assistance.source record 1241

Source-record spotlights

Most engaged source

source record 1108♥ 47

Later-arriving source

And so good for the budget too

posted about 44 days after the source♥ 0

Zero-like source

I ask myself ”will this make my life better or easier?“ before I spend money.

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

Related evidence elsewhere in the index

What the counts show

Auto-payments, cart-cooling and small money rules.

14index entries

14distinct source records

17.9%of parent category

0.3%of the complete index

11top-level comments

3replies

Browse the original comments14 preserved records · 14 of 14 source records accounted for

I went to YouTube university and closed our pool for the season last week. it cost us close to 1k last year to close it and $800 to open in April. we'll see how it turns out in the spring! 😬♥ 9source record 788

Every time I receive a $5 bill I put it in an envelope to save. That becomes a few hundred to use for vacations♥ 7source record 1240

I put my $5s in my car’s center console so it’s a quick grab if I feel moved to give to someone asking for assistance.♥ 1source record 1241

When i get the impulse to buy something online i put it in my shopping cart and wait 1 week. I only buy it if i still want it after that week. Has helped me avoid unnecessary purchases a lot♥ 4source record 2227

*saving all of these comments…*♥ 3source record 2601

Memorized a credit card number. Has saved a lot of time.♥ 3source record 2696

And so good for the budget too♥ 0source record 3547

Money♥ 1source record 4080

this is worth saving...♥ 1source record 4157

calculated how much my utility bills are each week roughly and just do auto payments for that amount so that i don't get SHOCKED by a hectic bill every quarter♥ 1source record 4170

Day trading. Money fixes everything.♥ 0source record 4502

Oregano essential oil on my throat the second I feel it starting to hurt. Its gone by the next day and never develops into any sickness. Been doing it for 5 years. I get a roller of it on Revive for like $10♥ 0source record 4609

I ask myself ”will this make my life better or easier?“ before I spend money.♥ 0source record 5030

Archive: 14 index entries preserve 14 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 4 records matched, 10 outside those rules, 0 in multiple

Getting dressed and getting ready76 records · 3 sub-topicsGetting dressed and out the door with fewer decisions.

The personal uniform34 index entriesRepeat outfits and wardrobe rules that end decisions.

Source-backed index report

Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: The personal uniform

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The personal uniform

34 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: The personal uniform

How commenters applied it: Repeat outfits and wardrobe rules that end decisions.

What readers reported: I choose what I’m going to wear to work the night before and hang it on my wardrobe door, saves me SO much time and energy in the morning and I always feel better in what I’m wearing because it wasn’t a hastely made decision

Limit: Your head. Capsules float, so that make it go “up”, and down your throat. They used to get stuck in my throat 😫 I would look up. trying to help it get to the back of my throat, but that only made it worse,…

Where commenters report limits

Explicit limit or counterpoint

Your head. Capsules float, so that make it go “up”, and down your throat. They used to get stuck in my throat 😫 I would look up. trying to help it get to the back of my throat, but that only made it worse, because that was making it float to the front of my mouth. I originally saw this tip on TikTok and it worked like magic! But I have no clue who posted it.

source record 1084♥ 7

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

5 source recordsRecurring approach

Build a small personal uniform

Use a limited palette or repeatable set of interchangeable clothes to reduce outfit decisions.

Create a default
Remove a step

See 3 representative source examples

I gave myself a "uniform" for when I was working in an office. I had 4 pairs of pants, a series of the exact same shirt in different complimentary colors, 3 cardigans, and 2 pairs of shoes. it made getting dressed so much simpler because I hated dressing myself in the morning. even a capsule wardrobe seemed too much for me, I'm not fashionable enough for that 😅source record 1110

Only wear 3 colors and buy multiple of anything you like. If you can get semi formal looking clothes that feel like sweats or linen, spend all the money on it.source record 2264

I went all-in on a nearly all black wardrobe. Zero decision fatigue because everything goes with everything. I loathe shopping. I always have so whatever minimizes the amount of thought I have to put towards clothing is a good thing. Also, I keep no more than 10 complete outfits in my closet at a time. If I buy something, I go home and donate (or rag bag if it’s worn out). I feel like keeping your life simple is probably the simplest thing you can do for your own mental health.source record 4491

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Choose clothes the night before

Select and place the next day's outfit before going to bed.

Remove a step
Attach it to an existing routine

See 3 representative source examples

I choose what I’m going to wear to work the night before and hang it on my wardrobe door, saves me SO much time and energy in the morning and I always feel better in what I’m wearing because it wasn’t a hastely made decisionsource record 992

I pick my clothes out the night before. Makes it so much easier in the morning to not have to think about it.source record 4327

Setting out my clothes for the next day, stops me sitting on my bed in a towel wondering what to wear and wasting time.source record 5405

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Keep a photo library of successful outfits

Photograph liked outfit combinations and consult the album instead of rebuilding a look from scratch.

Move memory outside the brain
Remove a step

See 2 representative source examples

i have an outfits photo album in my phone. i take a picture of everything i wear that i like and put it in there. i can look through it and decide what to wearsource record 766

I go into my closet and try on my clothes for work in every possible outfit combination. Forces me to use and love what I have! I then take a photo in each one and saved it to a folder so I have a virtual closet that I can SEE what I look like in instead of standing in my closet wondering what to wearsource record 3110

Source-record spotlights

Most engaged source

source record 992♥ 147

Later-arriving source

I pick my clothes out the night before. Makes it so much easier in the morning to not have to think about it.

posted about 44 days after the source♥ 0

Zero-like source

This one is a game changer: remove any oil stains on clothes by applying eucalyptus oil to the spot before throwing in the machine. No scrubbing no rubbing. Literally magic.

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

Related evidence elsewhere in the index

What the counts show

Repeat outfits and wardrobe rules that end decisions.

34index entries

34distinct source records

44.7%of parent category

0.6%of the complete index

23top-level comments

11replies

Browse the original comments34 preserved records · 34 of 34 source records accounted for

GAME CHANGER♥ 1source record 222

Omg I had a toddler and I’m always like why can’t our clothes be sold in outfits like theirs ?!♥ 2source record 470

Yes it’s been so helpful! Also saves hangers lol♥ 1source record 473

this is how I store my kids clothes!♥ 1source record 478

game changer!!!♥ 0source record 608

i have an outfits photo album in my phone. i take a picture of everything i wear that i like and put it in there. i can look through it and decide what to wear♥ 140source record 766

As a nurse, I hang up my scrubs in the closet in the order I will wear them. Monday then Tuesday and so forth♥ 3source record 994

Two: look down when swallowing a capsule, and it will not get stuck in your throat!!♥ 135source record 1083

that sounds great. once when I was switching from scrubs to officewear I was broke and back then it was important not to wear the same thing or people would talk.so, I got a couple of scarves from my mother and I thrifted a couple and that really helped change the look of the outfits. got me through that critical time♥ 0source record 1111

I use this too! Game changer!!!!!♥ 0source record 1433

I’ve notice that my athletic wear doesn’t smell anymore. And my clothes have been lasting longer.♥ 1source record 1479

Only wear 3 colors and buy multiple of anything you like. If you can get semi formal looking clothes that feel like sweats or linen, spend all the money on it.♥ 4source record 2264

I work nights normally, and wear a uniform. I wear the uniform or PJs 98% of the time. I hate normal people clothes. when I have to get up with an alarm and do day people things, I get dressed ASAP so I won't sit down or go back to bed.♥ 3source record 2509

32 oz of water chugged before doing or having anything else. First thing. Game changer.♥ 3source record 2647

I use packing cubes to sort clothes, 4th of July, Christmas, a trunk for travel clothes, a cedar chest for wools or winter clothes♥ 2source record 2797

Once Again year hang the clothes in my closet backwards. When I wear an item and hang it up I put the hanger there right way. At the end of the year donate anything that's still in the closet backwards.♥ 2source record 3084

Looping one of those tiny elastic hairbands around the button of a sleeve and through the button hole. Makes it SO MUCH EASIER to push the sleeves of my non-stretchy shirts up!♥ 2source record 3265

Ba capsules are only sold for vaginal insertion there is no other purpose♥ 0source record 3326

Sometimes I can just get in a really bad mood and I am almost obstinate to want to change it. I learned that you can’t skip and be angry. Try it. I’ll go outside and skip around the block. Instant mood changer. (Neighbors probably think I’m weird but who cares). Sometimes I’ll imagine I’m Buddy from Elf while skipping. 😀♥ 1source record 3523

Don’t put it down, put it away was a game changer♥ 1source record 3728

Clothes your eyes for 10 seconds after learning something new.♥ 1source record 3780

I pick my clothes out the night before. Makes it so much easier in the morning to not have to think about it.♥ 0source record 4327

Just not caring about what people think, game changer♥ 0source record 4921

Echinacea tea gives you instant relief if you’re having trouble breathing because of asthma or a cold. It’s such a game changer, saved my a$$ many times! You’re welcome! 💗♥ 0source record 5003

This one is a game changer: remove any oil stains on clothes by applying eucalyptus oil to the spot before throwing in the machine. No scrubbing no rubbing. Literally magic.♥ 0source record 5088

Oregano gel capsules. Whenever you feel you’re coming down with a cold take 2 and it vanishes♥ 0source record 5176

if you struggle with decision fatigue, create a uniform guide you follow. for outfits, have a set of shirts of varying colors you rotate between, a few pair of pants to rotate between, and just 2 pair of shoes that go with any combination of the shirts and pants. i have a "uniform" of solid color v-necks, a stack of pants, a stack of shorts, and my boots, crocks, and athletic shoes. i do own other clothes but those are for days im not feeling decision fatigue and want to put thought into what im wearing that day. otherwise, uniform it is.♥ 0source record 5185

if you have a bunch of oil pooling, or your herbs aren't properly mixing into your soup, do a small cornstarch slurry, mix in and somehow it just makes the soup more uniform.♥ 0source record 5377

Setting out my clothes for the next day, stops me sitting on my bed in a towel wondering what to wear and wasting time.♥ 0source record 5405

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Showers, scent and self-care rituals28 index entriesShowers, deodorant and low-effort self-care.

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Showers, scent and self-care rituals

28 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Showers, scent and self-care rituals

How commenters applied it: Showers, deodorant and low-effort self-care.

What readers reported: Rolling up the deodorant to get the lid to pop free

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

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4 source recordsRecurring approach

Use a hot shower as a sensory reset

Take or use a hot shower or bath in comments describing discomfort, fatigue or a low mood.

Use a sensory reset

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Hot shower/bath.source record 1843

once I turn on the tv.... ABSOLUTELY NOTHING GETS DONE. I NOW only listen to music. Also. an extremely HOT shower before bed gets rid of my RLSsource record 3033

Hot compresses finally stopped my styes. Heat does wonders. Sometimes I just put my face in the hot shower and that works toosource record 4206

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Move the shower to nighttime

Use a shower or bath before bed when a morning shower is hard to start or sustain.

Attach it to an existing routine
Remove a step

See 3 representative source examples

honestly? showering at night. I couldn't ever get myself to shower in the morning, and in my deep depression i was struggling to take a shower at all - I mean, no shower for two weeks straight. then my friend suggested I just shower before bed. its simple. but it clicked and made me able to take better care of myself.source record 2505

once I turn on the tv.... ABSOLUTELY NOTHING GETS DONE. I NOW only listen to music. Also. an extremely HOT shower before bed gets rid of my RLSsource record 3033

oil massage after night bathsource record 5119

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Use lemon or lime instead of deodorant

Apply a slice of lemon or lime under the arms as a deodorant substitute.

Swap instead of subtract

See 2 representative source examples

I rub a small slice of lime on my armpits for odor because deodorants don’t work for mesource record 2222

Wiping a slice of lemon under my armpits instead of using deodorant. 2 days, no odour whatsoever!source record 4644

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Most engaged source

Rolling up the deodorant to get the lid to pop free

source record 1586♥ 79

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genius, guess thts why its easy for me to dress in my traditional punjabi outfit because it has a shirt, pants n scarf tht all go together. no thinking required. takes me forever to put a western outift together when im just too tired to be creative.

posted about 60 days after the source♥ 1

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I stumbled on a video one time talking about how these guys would pee on their feet in the shower when they would develop athlete's foot. it's not recommended by doctors but one of the primary waste materials in your urine is an active ingredient and antifungal medication. so that's probably the simplest thing I've ever read that I can actually fix something

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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Showers, deodorant and low-effort self-care.

28index entries

28distinct source records

36.8%of parent category

0.5%of the complete index

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Browse the original comments28 preserved records · 28 of 28 source records accounted for

This is me with deodorant and jewelry! Won’t put deodorant on til my jewelry is on. It’s the very last part of my outfit. I’ve left the house without jewelry before and couldn’t get it out of my head all day 😭♥ 1source record 227

I started doing this and it's so great to have an outfit ready♥ 1source record 475

Lotion on my feet when they get super hot at night for no reason (they were just dry)♥ 5source record 533

As a young wife, I was staying at my husband‘s aunt’s house, getting ready for a family funeral. I was ironing my husband’s dress shirt and feeling rather put-upon that he was in there hanging out with the guys. His aunt sat there with me and watched and said… “I miss ironing a man’s shirt.” (her husband had passed away a couple of years before). I must’ve looked at her like she had three heads. And she said “when you are ironing women’s clothing there’s always a little fussy things to mess with. Men have nice large smooth expenses of fabric. And it means that you have someone to love and care for.” I have never looked at ironing the same way since.♥ 6source record 687

5 min high pressure, 5 min natural release, 5 min ice bath :)♥ 2source record 811

I count taking a shower because some days it’s a lot.♥ 4source record 847

What do you do if you don’t like how that outfit looks in the morning. There are days when the outfit I chose just doesn’t look how it did in my head♥ 0source record 993

I put my outfits in ziplock bags for the week so I pick a bag each day and I don’t have to look for what to wear♥ 9source record 1530

Rolling up the deodorant to get the lid to pop free♥ 79source record 1586

Hot shower/bath.♥ 5source record 1843

I rub a small slice of lime on my armpits for odor because deodorants don’t work for me♥ 4source record 2222

Do it in the shower everyday♥ 2source record 2851

i changed from roll on deodorant to spray and the pits of my shirts stopped getting caked up♥ 2source record 2954

once I turn on the tv.... ABSOLUTELY NOTHING GETS DONE. I NOW only listen to music. Also. an extremely HOT shower before bed gets rid of my RLS♥ 2source record 3033

It's not a 100% cure but it helps... a lot. especially for perfume triggers that can't be avoided all the time.♥ 0source record 3119

If I’m tired or in a rut I take a cold shower does the trick everytime♥ 2source record 3160

I used to be an all or nothing person.( I need a shower but I don’t have the capacity to do it so then I just avoid it altogether). But I now learned “I don’t have to do it all or perfectly. Partially is just fine if that all the energy you have give.”♥ 2source record 3203

Wackin it in The shower😎😂♥ 1source record 3969

I change up my daily routine, but most significantly for me, I try a new perfume. I associate scent w certain eras of my life. If it was a difficult time and I smell the perfume I wore then, I get an immediate bad feeling. So I find a new scent I love and it has a ripple effect.♥ 1source record 4127

Hot compresses finally stopped my styes. Heat does wonders. Sometimes I just put my face in the hot shower and that works too♥ 1source record 4206

hot shower when you feel depressed or fatigue or any bad feelings.♥ 0source record 4331

Wiping a slice of lemon under my armpits instead of using deodorant. 2 days, no odour whatsoever!♥ 0source record 4644

oil massage after night bath♥ 0source record 5119

It took time, but thinking of everything I do as an adventure, not just the fun stuff. Gotta drive to the store? Adventure to control a complex machine and collect loot to keep up the HP & Mana. Gotta pay bills? Adventure to deposit my coin loot to different coloured treasure chests. Gotta shower/hygiene and get dressed for the day? Adventure to the mini-waterfall of life and putting on my disguise for the quest. Any of the results of said task is the *loot* I get for my mental/physical/emotional storyline of the day.♥ 0source record 5242

Pure, cold pressed, organic coconut oil gets rid of viral rashes. My Dr said you can do anything for molluscum due to it being viral & just wait it out, which could take years. Well no Thankyou! I knew the coconut oil is anti fungal & anti viral so popped it on after a shower & 2 weeks it was gone.♥ 0source record 5259

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Skin, hair and makeup shortcuts14 index entriesSkincare, hair tricks and faster faces.

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Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Skin, hair and makeup shortcuts

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Skin, hair and makeup shortcuts

14 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Skin, hair and makeup shortcuts

How commenters applied it: Skincare, hair tricks and faster faces.

What readers reported: I’ve started putting my mascara on with both hands! Left eye, left hand. Right eye, right hand.

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

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Apply mascara with the corresponding hand

Use the left hand for the left eye and the right hand for the right eye.

Swap instead of subtract

See 2 representative source examples

I’ve started putting my mascara on with both hands! Left eye, left hand. Right eye, right hand.source record 57

I put my mascara on my left eye with my left hand and right eye with my right handsource record 64

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Shrink self-care to one small step

Replace an all-or-nothing hygiene or face routine with one body part or a one-minute version.

Remove a step

See 2 representative source examples

when depressed you dont have to take a whole body shower. Just wash your hair or just the parts the youre insecure aboutsource record 2425

The one minute face lift when washing my face in the morning.source record 2504

Source-record spotlights

Most engaged source

I’ve started putting my mascara on with both hands! Left eye, left hand. Right eye, right hand.

source record 57♥ 7

Later-arriving source

if I’m upset and I feel like I HAVE to lash out, I use it as a cue to go regulate. Nothing I say when I’m upset helps the situation.

posted about 44 days after the source♥ 1

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pink colour corrector ad concealer

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

What the counts show

Skincare, hair tricks and faster faces.

14index entries

14distinct source records

18.4%of parent category

0.3%of the complete index

12top-level comments

2replies

Browse the original comments14 preserved records · 14 of 14 source records accounted for

I’ve started putting my mascara on with both hands! Left eye, left hand. Right eye, right hand.♥ 7source record 57

I put my mascara on my left eye with my left hand and right eye with my right hand♥ 1source record 64

Rosemary oil in my shampoo and conditioner. Five drops per ounce. Been doing it for 2.5 years and my hair is so dense now and I’ve gained half an inch of hairline.♥ 4source record 2073

I have multiples of things I use often all around the house placed where I use them most. Ex: tissue box and chapstick on living room table. Tweezers in bathroom and on makeup table. Why waste time searching all the time?♥ 4source record 2101

Mascara in your bra while you do the rest of your makeup. I have not had clumps mascara since.♥ 4source record 2299

when depressed you dont have to take a whole body shower. Just wash your hair or just the parts the youre insecure about♥ 3source record 2425

The one minute face lift when washing my face in the morning.♥ 3source record 2504

I raise my eyebrows and smile when someone I love walks into a room. It’s a defense against my resting bf 🤣♥ 2source record 2907

just had flashbacks of getting smacked in the back of the car by my dad for doing that for hours lol, good times 😂♥ 2source record 3044

if you ever have something stuck in your eye and your can’t get it out: close your eye, gently grab your eyelashes and pull your top lid over your bottom lid and then blink that eye a couple times. when you open, your eye will be clear!! works 95% of the time and the 5% when it doesn’t just repeat the steps i’ve never had to do it more than twice.♥ 2source record 3381

if I’m upset and I feel like I HAVE to lash out, I use it as a cue to go regulate. Nothing I say when I’m upset helps the situation.♥ 1source record 3518

Also: retinol.♥ 0source record 4767

Focusing between the eyebrows♥ 0source record 4901

pink colour corrector ad concealer♥ 0source record 5150

Hormones, cycles and women's health35 records · 3 sub-topicsCycles, menopause and pregnancy — fixes women trade.

Periods, PMS and cramps14 index entriesCramp cures, PMS management and cycle tracking.

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Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Periods, PMS and cramps

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Periods, PMS and cramps

14 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Periods, PMS and cramps

How commenters applied it: Cramp cures, PMS management and cycle tracking.

What readers reported: I eat broccoli every day for the week leading up to my period and it helps reduce my Pre-period rage

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

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3 source recordsRecurring approach

Comments using histamine-targeting medication for PMS

Mention an antihistamine, H2 blocker or Pepcid in connection with PMS; this is a source pattern, not medical guidance.

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Yes! It really does help. I figured out I have histamine issues and my pms period is when they DUMP into my system. Anxiety, irritability, physical discomfort, etc. simple antihistamine solves it!source record 1366

I take a h2 histamine blocker for the he week leading up to my period to deal with the pms. There’s some preliminary research showing the impact of increase histamine when estrogen spikes that can have weird effects on the bodysource record 2176

Pepcid AC for PMSsource record 2791

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Comments using magnesium around PMS or cramps

Use magnesium consistently in comments about PMS or period cramps; this rule catalogs reports rather than validating efficacy.

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taking magnesium has helped me stop feeling like life isn't worth living during PMS ✨source record 1219

magnesium (bis)glycinate for period cramps. taken consistently ensures a cramp free period for mensource record 4184

Source-record spotlights

Most engaged source

I eat broccoli every day for the week leading up to my period and it helps reduce my Pre-period rage

source record 721♥ 778

Later-arriving source

I don’t know the science, learned it at church camp at 15, but massaging the sides of your ankles helps against period cramps

posted about 43 days after the source♥ 0

Low-like source

Tracking my cycle and symptoms saved my life literally

posted about 3 days after the source♥ 1

What the counts show

Cramp cures, PMS management and cycle tracking.

14index entries

14distinct source records

40%of parent category

0.3%of the complete index

10top-level comments

4replies

Browse the original comments14 preserved records · 14 of 14 source records accounted for

I eat broccoli every day for the week leading up to my period and it helps reduce my Pre-period rage♥ 778source record 721

i hope and pray this works bc my pmdd os truly horrific♥ 6source record 722

Bro READ the issue is PREMENSTRUAL RAGE not cramps. 😭♥ 5source record 724

taking magnesium has helped me stop feeling like life isn't worth living during PMS ✨♥ 5source record 1219

Yes! It really does help. I figured out I have histamine issues and my pms period is when they DUMP into my system. Anxiety, irritability, physical discomfort, etc. simple antihistamine solves it!♥ 12source record 1366

It also helps with managing pain!! :) I use the humming during bad period cramps♥ 9source record 1389

Create your routine & diet to flow with your cycle. Social endeavors & clean diet before luteal phase starts, then rest, self care & carbs until your period ends.♥ 3source record 2582

Pepcid AC for PMS♥ 2source record 2791

Raspberry leaf tea for heavy periods. Life changing ❤♥ 2source record 3322

the only thing that actually helps my period cramps- child’s pose!! works within a minute of being in the pose idk how it helps but it does♥ 1source record 3869

Tracking my cycle and symptoms saved my life literally♥ 1source record 3917

magnesium (bis)glycinate for period cramps. taken consistently ensures a cramp free period for men♥ 1source record 4184

I don’t know the science, learned it at church camp at 15, but massaging the sides of your ankles helps against period cramps♥ 0source record 4399

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Perimenopause and menopause11 index entriesHot-flash fixes and midlife recalibrations.

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Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Perimenopause and menopause

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Perimenopause and menopause

11 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Perimenopause and menopause

How commenters applied it: Hot-flash fixes and midlife recalibrations.

What readers reported: When I wake up in the middle of the night with racing thoughts (hello perimenopause) I put an ice pack on my sternum and it instantly puts me back to sleep.

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

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4 source recordsRecurring approach

Comments changing a nutrient or food routine

Mention vitamin D3, magnesium, rhodiola or wheat removal in menopause-related reports; efficacy is not assessed.

See 3 representative source examples

Taking a vitamin D3 when I eat breakfast has changed my life. Probably because I was really deficient and was taking them first thing in the morning - doctor did not tell me they are fat soluble, and must be taken with food. My entire life has changed. Like half of my post menopausal symptoms have gone away.source record 1520

Magnesium glycinate and low dose iron before bed. My sleep score skyrocketed, and although I still have the common fatigue we get to experience during periomenopause, it is far more manageable with proper nutrition and exercise.source record 1568

Rhodiola eliminated perimenopausal fatigue for me from the first capsule! Plus it helps with so much more.source record 1569

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Comments using prescription or hormone treatment

Mention an SSRI, estrogen patch or HRT in menopause-related reports; this catalogs treatments without recommending them.

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SSRI relieved my hot flashes and night sweats in a daysource record 2667

Estrogen patch HRT. It fixed so many individually health issues that I had spent so much time, money and treatment on and were affecting my quality of life. If only I had known that one thing would make such an impactfulsource record 3011

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Most engaged source

When I wake up in the middle of the night with racing thoughts (hello perimenopause) I put an ice pack on my sternum and it instantly puts me back to sleep.

source record 1267♥ 195

Later-arriving source

I have been supposedly perimenopause bleeding for four weeks. A few days ago, I stopped using regular deodorant and switched to baking soda version of arm in hammer, and haven't bled since. 🙄

posted about 44 days after the source♥ 0

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Hot flush - drink a glass of water. So simple. Also, hot flush - tell yourself how great it is that your body is burning off all that energy, or how great it is that you are saving on heating bills!

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

What the counts show

Hot-flash fixes and midlife recalibrations.

11index entries

11distinct source records

31.4%of parent category

0.2%of the complete index

10top-level comments

1replies

Browse the original comments11 preserved records · 11 of 11 source records accounted for

When I wake up in the middle of the night with racing thoughts (hello perimenopause) I put an ice pack on my sternum and it instantly puts me back to sleep.♥ 195source record 1267

Rhodiola eliminated perimenopausal fatigue for me from the first capsule! Plus it helps with so much more.♥ 2source record 1569

Eating homemade chicken vegetable soup & eating it for 3 days helps stomach issues due to menopause or thyroid♥ 13source record 1596

Flonase for itchy menopause ears, mild vertigo, and skin prep for ostomies.♥ 5source record 1923

Cutting wheat reduced my hot flashes by 90%♥ 5source record 1985

SSRI relieved my hot flashes and night sweats in a day♥ 3source record 2667

I have been supposedly perimenopause bleeding for four weeks. A few days ago, I stopped using regular deodorant and switched to baking soda version of arm in hammer, and haven't bled since. 🙄♥ 0source record 4334

Hot flush - drink a glass of water. So simple. Also, hot flush - tell yourself how great it is that your body is burning off all that energy, or how great it is that you are saving on heating bills!♥ 0source record 5220

Pregnancy, postpartum and beyond10 index entriesPregnancy nausea, restless legs and postpartum tricks.

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Problem + small intervention + exact steps + reported benefit + limit or safety note: Pregnancy, postpartum and beyond

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Pregnancy, postpartum and beyond

10 source records

Evidence Status: Community-reported pattern; not independently verified

Use when: Pregnancy, postpartum and beyond

How commenters applied it: Pregnancy nausea, restless legs and postpartum tricks.

What readers reported: It does work. I have hyperemesis (intense morning sickness) during pregnancy and that’s the only thing that bought a little relief. The doctors even said it was ok because my husband thought it was weird and dangerous lol

Limit: Community-reported context; not independently verified or a substitute for professional guidance.

⚠ Needs contextContext: Pregnancy changes and tightly regulates immune responses; it is not accurately described as uniform immune suppression. Susceptibility and severity vary by infection and stage of pregnancy. Sources: NIH/NICHD — characterizing immune responses in pregnancy

⚠ Safety correctionSafety correction: Do not use this dose without specialist medical supervision. NIH lists 4,000 IU per day as the tolerable upper intake level during pregnancy, and its pregnancy review says evidence for supplementation outcomes is mixed; 20,000–50,000 IU is not an established self-treatment for prenatal depression. Sources: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements — pregnancy and supplements · NIH Office of Dietary Supplements — vitamin D

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3 source recordsRecurring approach

Bring the pregnancy question to a clinician

Mention asking or receiving input from a doctor when evaluating a pregnancy-related intervention.

Borrow another person's momentum

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It does work. I have hyperemesis (intense morning sickness) during pregnancy and that’s the only thing that bought a little relief. The doctors even said it was ok because my husband thought it was weird and dangerous lolsource record 717

Hey there! Might be worth asking your doctor about possible autoimmune conditions that were contributing to your experience. Immune system is suppressed during pregnancy so that could have been a big factor. And also yes, the hormonal changes are huge!source record 1709

Beets baby. This is not medical advice-but when I was pregnant with identical twins WITH SIUGR AND a velamentous cord insertion I did a lot of reading about what increases blood flow in the cord and beets have been shown to help with that in some studies. Beets also help with blood pressure which can be an issue with pregnancy as well (preeclampsia). I took powdered beets the whole time I was pregnant and my blood pressure always stayed in normal range and my baby’s cord blood always flowed normally. When they delivered her, they said the cord fell off the placenta and they couldn’t even see where it had been attached. So maybe it was a miracle, maybe it was luck, maybe it was beets. If you’re in a similar situation, talk to your doctor! Mine said it couldn’t hurt so to go for it!source record 3224

2 source recordsRecurring approach

Hum during pregnancy nausea

Use humming as a sensory focus when nausea or vomiting begins during pregnancy.

Use a sensory reset

See 2 representative source examples

Speaking of humming, I always hummed when I was about to puke while I was pregnant! It helped soooo much 🤣source record 1823

Long humming helps me with nausea too. Saved me during my pregnancy.source record 2413

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Most engaged source

source record 717♥ 21

Later-arriving source

posted about 44 days after the source♥ 1

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I had terrible prenatal depression and came across a study that said vitamin d in pregnancy was under prescribed and it should be 20,000-50,000 iu. Took that and was out of my serious depression in 3 days and had a great pregnancy after.

posted about 3 days after the source♥ 0

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What the counts show

Pregnancy nausea, restless legs and postpartum tricks.

10index entries

10distinct source records

28.6%of parent category

0.2%of the complete index

8top-level comments

2replies

Browse the original comments10 preserved records · 10 of 10 source records accounted for

When I got pregnant my debilitating anxiety vanished. Like panic attacks everyday, numbness, feelings of disassociation .. gone.♥ 1source record 1708

Speaking of humming, I always hummed when I was about to puke while I was pregnant! It helped soooo much 🤣♥ 5source record 1823

I’ve had restless legs for a big chunk of my pregnancy so far. Tying compression socks/tube socks around my feet at night calms them down and lets me sleep.♥ 5source record 1974

Long humming helps me with nausea too. Saved me during my pregnancy.♥ 3source record 2413

stuck in pregnancy stuffyness for the last month if this works I'll cry♥ 2source record 2866

Mucinex to get pregnant.♥ 0source record 4542

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The comment-section chorus1,290 records · 7 sub-topicsThe reacting, thanking, tagging crowd around the advice.

Riffing on each other's hacks333 index entriesReplies workshopping and cheering someone else's trick.

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Explicit limit or counterpoint

Whoa! Everyone, this is bad for you. Your body will eventually build up a tolerance and the meds will be less effective over time. You also have to be careful which ones you use due to the increased risk of Alzheimer's and dementia. Wishing you the best

source record 1625♥ 6

Explicit limit or counterpoint

Doesn’t work with ADHD

source record 1194♥ 1

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Adds a frequency or repetition detail

The reply adds how often or how many days a preceding tactic was repeated.

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When I have an infection that is set in- it takes a few days of doing it twice a day before I see significant results. But if I catch it right when it starts I can prevent it from taking hold 90% of the time.source record 1467

For chronic issues or something that’s a current infection they recommend doing it twice a day for multiple days to test resultssource record 2864

I hope it works for you! Keep in mind if you have an infection it often takes several days doing it twice a day before it has a big effect. But if you catch the lower intensity versions sometimes it can clear entirely in one try.source record 3053

4 source recordsRecurring approach

Adds an explanation or interpretation

The reply expands a preceding idea by offering an explanation, definition or interpretation.

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I do basically the same! I put something odd in front of the front door to remind myself I'm supposed to take something with me when I leave. "Why is there a lamp on the floor--- oh, right, I need to take the brownies I baked yesterday to work"source record 616

"Decoding" is teacher language for turning the letters you see into sounds while reading. This girl could do that just fine. But for some reason she didn't understand that the words you read and the words you write are the same words. So when she was asked to write a word, she would throw down random letters because in her mind, ahe didn't know the rules for letters that get written, just letters that get read. She didn't get that the letters and the sound are supposed to correspond both for reading AND for writing. Basically she thought reading and writing weresource record 1009

Basically she thought reading and writing were two different languages and she thought she only knew the rules for reading, so she would just guess random letters for writing. As soon as she realized the words and the rules were the same, she was finesource record 1010

Conversation highlights

Most engaged source

I actually had something like that years ago and it’s nice because it becomes part of your brain. 🥰🥰🥰

source record 298♥ 3,512

Later-arriving source

I have done this several times now and it does help a lot!! I just got done doing it and got a notification that someone liked my comment lol

posted about 150 days after the source♥ 1

Zero-like source

Yes, it sounds very similar to when they start growling pre-fight. It's threatening to them, poor things. 😅

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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What the counts show

Replies workshopping and cheering someone else's trick.

333index entries

333distinct source records

25.8%of parent category

6.1%of the complete index

1top-level comments

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That’s awesome♥ 3source record 9

I needed that one!!♥ 2source record 11

Today I dried my hair with my left hand for the same purpose 😊♥ 1source record 61

just saw that video. I dont believe it♥ 0source record 71

I read someone said to do that while looking at yourself in the mirror and saying to yourself i love you ten times. Something like that! New pathways!♥ 0source record 76

Also writing the alphabet with non dominant hand♥ 0source record 77

definitely a few weeks. mine was particularly bad & had damage from a car accident so maybe it was a little longer for me but I'd absolutely plan on a couple weeks.♥ 0source record 85

honestly ive found what i consider maybe 20% qualified is what most men consider 90% qualified. so i started moving like man. I make them disqualify me, i dont disqualify myself by not even applying♥ 706source record 91

I tell EVERYONE that the answers always no if yoj dont ask. or that youll never know how or do the thing if ypu never just do the thing♥ 3source record 95

Also re-applying when at first you don’t succeed. That’s how I got hired at Harvard!♥ 39source record 97

Ooh I’m going to try this bc I think subconsciously I think that I must do everything with gusto and perfectly♥ 18source record 105

I know! I feel like I’ve fallen down a rabbit hole and can’t stop reading all these great tips!♥ 4source record 115

Pause it while you read😊♥ 1source record 116

A Tiara?! Yess♥ 1source record 122

I get more done with sneakers on than any other shoe♥ 0source record 128

YOU HAVE CHANGED MY LIFFFFEEEEE♥ 0source record 133

ADHD. Ok must find pretty apron♥ 1source record 134

this is a pavlov's dog response! love the psychology behind it - never thought to implement it this way 🙏🏻♥ 0source record 137

Uh.... No?? Lol this is what they meant♥ 362source record 142

Oi that’s genius 🤣♥ 0source record 148

I have been doing this ever since cell phones came out, but I gave myself a sorta nickname. I am listed as Steph The Great! At least o e person appreciates me.♥ 2source record 156

Frozen & canned vegetables can be microwaved & added to meals. And they actually taste good if you butter &/ season them as well.♥ 1source record 161

Did you have to add that footnote ...🙄 🤣🤣♥ 34source record 173

Because of you, Carien 😁♥ 31source record 174

I lose way too much hair to get away with murder...🤣😂🤣♥ 25source record 176

For musical theatre peeps: this, but instead say, “a five six, a five six seven EIGHT!” And then launch yourself into a dance number, oops, I mean into the thing you need to do.♥ 18source record 177

I’d written everything but that line. Went to hit post and then thought “I’d better clarify” 😅♥ 2source record 179

As a true crime podcast co-host, I approve this message. 😅♥ 1source record 182

I do this too. If I’m stewing on things I need to do I just count 1,2,3 and get up. Once I’m in motion it’s like the block is gone. Works every time.♥ 1source record 184

An important caveat 🤣♥ 1source record 188

When I don’t want to do one more set of something, I always count myself in. 321 go♥ 1source record 192

It works to wake yourself up in the morning as well before you open your eyes u say 3,2,1 up and open your eyes and it actually helps♥ 0source record 193

Launching yourself 🚀♥ 0source record 197

🤣🤣🤣🤣 Noted ✍️" Go on Go, but not murder"♥ 2source record 200

So glad I read that whole comment! Cuz I was just about to… 😂♥ 2source record 202

Oh I see. I haven’t had that issue yet. I made sure those two steps are done together. I won’t let myself walk away from it until both are done.♥ 18source record 214

I understand but my question is different than what you are responding to.♥ 1source record 219

🤣🤣🤣 Genius♥ 1source record 221

Omfg. SO SMART♥ 1source record 224

I love how you said "I'm not allowed to..." I use the same language even when I put the rule in place for myself♥ 0source record 231

truly brilliant♥ 0source record 233

👏😂 Genius!♥ 0source record 235

That’s genius!♥ 0source record 239

Holy hell!!!♥ 0source record 245

Awesome!!♥ 0source record 248

I need to get one of those as well!!♥ 4source record 251

Pharmacy 100% approves of this 💪💯♥ 0source record 261

Why are you tagging me in this♥ 0source record 280

man, I thought just "resting is better than getting up" was my parents try to keep me in bed.♥ 0source record 281

I actually had something like that years ago and it’s nice because it becomes part of your brain. 🥰🥰🥰♥ 3,512source record 298

😁 Oops. I put cuss words in mine, gets a little aggression out several times a day♥ 6source record 303

I use phone numbers i want to learn forever.♥ 3source record 308

Did this once, was all fun and games until I had to share it with IT when my computer started playing up 😅♥ 1source record 312

Damn, wouldn’t work for me, SSO and face recognition lol♥ 0source record 325

YouredoinggreatSweetie2323$$♥ 0source record 329

Someone told me to use the season it is at the time and then the year! Like Summer2025 or Fall2025, etc!♥ 0source record 341

I ❤️this!♥ 0source record 344

Whhhaaaat!? Amazing!!! 🖤♥ 0source record 353

My work switched to 6 digit numeric passcodes on our PCs and now I’m back to being depressed all day.♥ 0source record 368

yes but also I do "eff Steve123" or whoever I dislike and Steve doesn't know but I get a little smile from it. (I don't know any Steves, so sorry Steves of the world)♥ 0source record 374

I’ve been making mine related to shows I grew up watching like “CampAnawana123!”♥ 0source record 377

Mine was a goal for a long time (NoCigs) and by the time I had to change it, it was funny cause I hadn’t smoked in a long time♥ 0source record 378

I can confirm this works.♥ 0source record 380

I've started sitting with the uncomfortable moment and figuring out what I can learn from it. "welp, now I know not to do that again." and accepting it. it's really helped♥ 34source record 390

I so need this!♥ 1source record 400

I appreciate this considering I allow myself to suffer with guilt even when it’s been years and no one thinks about it but me 🤣♥ 0source record 406

Don’t get it♥ 0source record 412

I like whatever is wrong with you♥ 575source record 424

😂😂😂😂 That’s both genius and concerning♥ 201source record 425

My dog would have an absolute coronary.♥ 21source record 429

This idea would have saved me many years of going back to the house sometimes twice I went back♥ 5source record 432

I’ve heard this! Like do a twirl or some funny dance move or something out of the ordinary - it makes it stick in your brain!♥ 5source record 433

I just take a picture 😭♥ 2source record 436

I decided that to make sure the garage is closed. that I sit in driveway and wait for it to close before leaving. that way if I wonder, I say it is because I always wait♥ 0source record 439

I photograph everything 😂♥ 0source record 440

Your neighbor randomly hearing you scream lmao♥ 0source record 443

That’s a brilliant idea….im so doing that.♥ 0source record 444

all I can think about is you having random company over that has never heard the screaming and just scaring the crap out of them. 🤣♥ 3source record 445

Bad logic. Doing new things you’re unsure of is good for you♥ 67source record 449

i can get on board with that. the context for this was shopping/spending.♥ 68source record 450

I teach this to hiring managers.♥ 12source record 453

Bahaha first saw this on a kink site and it’s stuck with me since and I apply it to so many things. But that said if it’s not an enthusiastic yes, it’s a no.♥ 13source record 454

like shopping!♥ 0source record 455

I use this all the time!! It’s awesome♥ 277source record 457

I like the idea, but it’s also not realistic♥ 0source record 461

Whoa. That’s a great idea.♥ 1source record 479

I finally just gave up and wear the same kind of shirt every day. black cami, put something over it if cold/ layer it, plus it has great access to my port!♥ 2source record 484

The no-gall gals! 💖✨ The gall-less if you will.♥ 5source record 504

Alexithymia (I’m probably spelling that wrong). Luckily the study shows that even saying, “I don’t know how I’m feeling but it doesn’t feel good,” will do the same effect to your brain.♥ 54source record 515

“Name it to tame it”♥ 2source record 518

This was life changing for me♥ 1source record 541

This may save me♥ 1source record 549

That’s awesome congratulations!♥ 1source record 557

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻♥ 0source record 559

I tell my brain it’s not allowed to bully me. Weirdly works.♥ 13source record 570

Rest is good. I think the term rotting needs to be eliminated.♥ 43source record 579

this one is hard to spot but my favorite♥ 5source record 596

Do you check them cause I don’t lol♥ 0source record 609

I’m crying bc me toooooo♥ 57source record 633

I heard this once as we age to use the non-dominant hand for basic things to help the brain!♥ 24source record 635

These were my exact takeaways♥ 2source record 639

As a Canadian, I felt this one in my soul♥ 2source record 642

The rules are made up and the points don’t matter♥ 2source record 645

I put on Hoarders, but it sounds like maybe this is the more positive way to go instead of fear mongering myself!♥ 20source record 654

I watch cleantok a lot of Saturday/Sunday mornings for the same reason!♥ 12source record 656

I frequently remind myself that your first thought is what you were taught. Your second thought is who you are.♥ 227source record 658

I've read something like your first thought is the one you were brought up with, and your second thought is who you are today. I like that.♥ 15source record 660

obsessed w this♥ 7source record 661

Imagine if the world used this tip for a place it would be 💙♥ 0source record 665

By Kate Scott…. Google it♥ 0source record 670

it's a whole proverb in russian, "morning is wiser than evening"♥ 17source record 672

Let’s look at this in the morning light! ❤♥ 0source record 677

While folding is even more relaxing.♥ 5source record 697

I time myself changing out the TP roll. I have it down to about 1.5 seconds and am constantly trying to beat that time! 😄♥ 4source record 703

lift where you stand!♥ 5source record 705

Freaking LOVE this!!!!♥ 0source record 712

I think it’s definitely worth a shot!!!♥ 0source record 720

I told myself they have to take a poo 😂♥ 0source record 728

I say it’s because they really have to 💩♥ 1source record 730

I like to think they really have to pee 😂♥ 1source record 734

I always say, “Man, they must to have to 💩” 😂♥ 0source record 742

Third, you don't want to be anywhere near them. 🤭♥ 5source record 744

Or they need to p*op 😅 and immediately feel bad for them♥ 0source record 745

I tell my♥ 0source record 759

makes me feel like a barbie or polly pocket 🤪♥ 5source record 767

ADHD and I have to do this too but on strattera I can keep the item in my head without externalizing it to hold on to it♥ 0source record 778

I saw a woman with ADD dog leash herself to the task so she didn’t wander away from it. So relatable.♥ 4source record 783

Those handles are precious!♥ 1source record 787

It looks amazing!!♥ 0source record 789

Awesome!♥ 40source record 792

I just learned this! It’s astounding!♥ 1source record 796

I learned this trick last week and changed my life immediately. You know when you get in that obsessive thought mode, it brings so much relief.♥ 0source record 801

My thoughts exactly!!! I’m already applying some of these ideas! lol♥ 1source record 803

You are not!! Let’s form a band!!!♥ 7source record 806

Steaming eggs is a revelation I didn’t kno i needed. Best jammy eggs ever by steaming for 8 minutes in a half an inch of simmering water, lid on pot, then 30 seconds under cold water.♥ 0source record 808

another great tip♥ 0source record 814

I can fo basic make in under10 minutes!♥ 0source record 816

I don't really change it for the wear although it will show a bit already if I wait one month because I always buy them with soft bristles. It's more like I will imagine it getting fuller and fuller of bacteria. Not sure if it's just my mind, but I buy cheap soft ones, so I prefer to replace them often. I don't think I'm brushing too hard, but I'll watch that anyway. Thanks! 🥰♥ 1source record 826

You might be brushing to excess if it's showing signs of wear and tear after 2-4 weeks, which can damage enamel. The ADA recommends changing every 3 months (obv earlier if you've been sick or if it's looking frayed).♥ 13source record 827

I get a new one every couple of weeks. Rarely longer than a month. 🤭♥ 4source record 828

It mostly forces the device to stop doing ALL THE PROCESSES, and start over from the beginning.♥ 5source record 832

But whhyyyyyyyyy does it work♥ 2source record 833

hmmm♥ 0source record 843

I ask, I ask often, but I rarely help if they don't say yes. There are exceptions like grief, or serious mental health issues though.♥ 9source record 856

individualism is a diseaseeeeerr♥ 90source record 858

i am a born and made volunteer😏.♥ 0source record 864

I need examples...♥ 0source record 870

It melted my ganglion cyst and got rid of muscle twiches on my face♥ 7source record 882

My cousin told me if something didn't turn out the way I wanted I could always say, "well, I got a good story out of it!"♥ 2source record 890

I’m recently learning this after a surgery . It’s okay suck it up you’re only three weeks outta surgery . It’s okay♥ 0source record 896

Does this help?🥺♥ 0source record 899

!!!! This might be what does it for me !!♥ 4source record 902

IT DOES - you must meet yourself at your true bare minimum, despite how pathetic it seems because it actually isn’t - it is genuinely transformative♥ 48source record 903

You wear your name very well ☺️♥ 0source record 906

It feel such a lie, so false♥ 0source record 909

I have a picture of my 5 year old self and as a teenager next to my mirror. I talk to "her" all the time. 🥰♥ 4source record 910

look in the mirror, look yourself right in the eyes, and say it with all the love you've got.♥ 4source record 911

Ugh just thinking about doing this makes me emotional 🥹♥ 18source record 915

Quads/legs are the most insulin sensitive body parts!♥ 57source record 921

Do it seated sometime to activate different parts of the calf muscles♥ 1source record 924

make sure your knees are slightly bent to activate the soleus muscle♥ 1source record 926

I saw it in a tik tok video 🤣 it works though♥ 1source record 927

Interesting!♥ 3source record 952

I know it from frozen 2 lmaooo♥ 6source record 956

Anna!♥ 0source record 957

But how do you know what the right thing is♥ 0source record 958

I like that!♥ 7source record 965

I first read this as “provocatively” 🤣♥ 0source record 970

She could read the word “cat” but if she were to write the word cat it would look like this: whwyab. Once I told her they were the same letters, she was able to figure out the spelling♥ 53source record 1007

This is fascinating. Can you please explain this more? Why did she spell like that? What was the decoding? (I’m 2e, have synesthesia, neurodivergent, and have random skills — this story reeeeeeally interests me and I feel there could be some unlocked similarities here. Please share more! ❤)♥ 13source record 1008

Aquqqq♥ 0source record 1011

I have got to try this!♥ 0source record 1016

Lol I just did that and I bought them in an insane bright color so I would not be tempted to walk out the door with them. It triggered something in my mind when they’re on it means I’m working. I’m not resting. I’m not gonna go out with them so I have to be moving.♥ 5source record 1022

hair tied up, house crocs on, wearing my utility apron. if I get dressed for the part, im going to act the part♥ 8source record 1027

I set 3 alarms every night. One of them I often don't even hear it because it "only" beeps for one minute. Also, I live in the woods with window open. My brain doesn't even register bird chatter. 🤭♥ 1source record 1052

Mine’s been twitching for weeks now. I’ll give it a try.♥ 3source record 1067

That’s so good 😂♥ 1source record 1078

U have inspired me♥ 2source record 1081

I would have ZERO in that column for sure!!♥ 0source record 1087

Just a disclaimer to use distilled water!♥ 3source record 1094

I do the opposite with clothing that I am not wearing but not sure if I am ready to give away. I put it in a nag in my trunk and if I can live without it for several weeks I will eventually drop the bag off at a thrift store.♥ 1source record 1109

this is my method during the winter months! I have 5 black black pants. 5 black short sleeve shirts. 5 cardigans in different colours and warmths and 3 sweaters for the really cold months. in the summer I almost exclusively wear dresses which also makes it easy. undergarments, chub rub shorts. dress. sandals. done.♥ 2source record 1114

That’s lovely and I absolutely love that for you!!♥ 0source record 1118

I like your handle 😂is that true♥ 1source record 1120

That sounds hilarious 😂♥ 1source record 1122

Starting this from tomorrow! 🙌♥ 1source record 1124

I like it... sounds scary. 😳🔥🥰♥ 15source record 1126

Bruh nothing I do is unique♥ 1source record 1129

Old Irish ☘️Proverb: “Once Begun. Half Done” ( my ancestors “knew” I’d need this!!) ☘️♥ 3source record 1135

i pride myself in being a rather silent upstairs neighbour but i fear this will change soon♥ 11source record 1141

I saw the lady's TikTok about this and started doing it too!!♥ 2source record 1145

If you keep the root end attached and uncut, that works too!♥ 2source record 1173

for me, not with red or yellow onions 😩♥ 1source record 1174

If you don’t cut the roots off, your eyes won’t water! I saw it in here and didn’t believe it, but it really works!♥ 1source record 1175

life changing♥ 0source record 1177

make it soaking wet.♥ 3source record 1178

Try using a really sharp knife. Since I started doing that, I've never cried when cutting onions.♥ 2source record 1179

bro…genius…♥ 1source record 1185

Doesn’t work with ADHD♥ 1source record 1194

I swear by this method!♥ 0source record 1196

This works!! I try and come up with as many words as I can think of for each letter. I usually only make it to the 2nd or 3rd letter before I pass out 😂♥ 1source record 1197

This always works for me!♥ 1source record 1200

For sure. Work smart not hard♥ 2source record 1221

live by this ✨♥ 2source record 1223

Movement as your anchor! It’s a little tricky but this is DEF how to do it. Great tip.♥ 2source record 1228

Do you ever do this with binaural beats? I have ADHD and it helps me focus better!♥ 1source record 1229

Yes! I think of something in that day for each letter. I also recently went on a big Europe trip so I replay every destination in order, only ever get halfway through.♥ 1source record 1247

I count backward from 100 - i've never made it past 50.♥ 0source record 1249

Sending you so much love 💝♥ 2source record 1250

Good movie♥ 0source record 1260

For me it’s like my brain is going a million miles a minute and thinking about everything at once.♥ 0source record 1269

It also calms your vegus nerve.♥ 10source record 1274

I’m so sorry♥ 0source record 1284

This is what I got. The clockwise from the door works wonders for me. Keeps me centered and focused on one area. Once I get past that area it’s done and I don’t have to go back. I have used this for years and years. Now that I’m getting older, it is a lifesaver♥ 2source record 1303

I wish I knew this a couple weeks ago...♥ 0source record 1306

Salt changes the pH of your throat to a level that bacteria viruses can’t live. So theoretically if you catch it really early it could throw off an infection and keep it from taking hold.♥ 71source record 1307

This needs way more likes. Brilliant!♥ 1source record 1310

They learn not to♥ 6source record 1322

Good to know!♥ 1source record 1331

Interesting!♥ 5source record 1340

Fabric softeners will not cause a chemical reaction, should not stain anything, and can be used pretty much everywhere♥ 4source record 1341

We are in the Midwest and we use our snow scrapers - the brush side, haha♥ 6source record 1344

Can’t hurt to try!♥ 0source record 1349

Quasi-related, but reading this made me think “Humans really are so cute and clever in their inner worlds,” and I really needed that thought after this grim week. Thank you. 🫂♥ 4source record 1353

This really works!♥ 1source record 1363

I say this all the time and nobody knows what I mean.♥ 7source record 1373

Or sucking on a lime!🍋‍🟩♥ 1source record 1393

same. I call it my brain dump list. it all goes on the list and then when I want something to do I look over the list and it substantially changed my lfie♥ 3source record 1403

And I should point out this is not mine but a Dale Carnegie lesson♥ 0source record 1408

I think about that when I miss a green light and have to wait two minutes for another one. I think that if I really needed those two minutes I have plenty of idle time during the day.♥ 2source record 1410

That’s a good one! I use the “it literally takes two minutes” to trick a lot.♥ 14source record 1411

Do you have headphones for this? I'd love to try but I wouldn't wear iPods♥ 0source record 1417

I slow the speed to .75 and put the volume low. I’m out so fast!♥ 2source record 1418

That’s awesome ❤♥ 3source record 1421

I must be saved every day lol♥ 95source record 1425

I live by this!!♥ 0source record 1429

I forgot my camera once was in a car that flew into the air over a hump bridge on a dark country road . We were all ok and TG there were no cars oncoming. Maybe five minutes earlier there could have been a car coming, we would have went straight into it♥ 11source record 1432

that sounds unhealthy♥ 1source record 1434

or buttermilk works too♥ 0source record 1444

I use Lifeway. Mango is my favorite.♥ 2source record 1456

Is there a brand that you like? I can’t stand the taste♥ 0source record 1457

how do you get past the taste of rotten milk tho 😩♥ 9source record 1458

it's like 🕉♥ 0source record 1461

Really? Wow, I’m doing this!♥ 1source record 1475

Will be added in the rinse cycle. It’s handy to have but not great for the environment and not necessary most of the time so just use it when you’re washing something that really needs it♥ 0source record 1476

If you put it in the right compartment, it will♥ 0source record 1477

I microwave one for 2.5 min after removing all the covering leaves except the last layer. It gets cooked just perfetly, very juicy and crisp. And also easy to peal while still hot as it’s onlybone layer and strings♥ 0source record 1495

I started doing this just this summer!♥ 1source record 1500

If only 😭♥ 2source record 1514

well it muffled it for the 10 to 30 seconds anyway☹♥ 6source record 1516

I had no idea! My doctors just kept telling me how deficient I was, they kept upping my dose and I kept saying I swear I’m taking it. I don’t know why my levels aren’t rising at all. And then I found out on my own, I think through TikTok, but it’s fat soluble, and the last check my levels were perfectly normal.♥ 2source record 1521

See my comment below- TCM says it has something to do with your chi.♥ 1source record 1526

Yeeees❤♥ 0source record 1535

Going to look this up now!!!♥ 0source record 1541

Try making the letters of the alphabet with your foot when you are watching tv. It strengthens the ankle muscles.♥ 15source record 1547

I hope it helps you as much as it did me! Do it while you’re watching tv.♥ 0source record 1548

Shoot, I’ve had this in my TikTok cart forever and you just sold me.♥ 1source record 1552

What!! My ankles are as stable as a newborn babies!♥ 14source record 1555

I hope it helps!!!♥ 2source record 1556

I mean it’s definitely simple, but soooo hard! 😁😁😁♥ 7source record 1567

Within like 2 days! I really hope it works for her!♥ 0source record 1580

I didn’t figure that simple thing out until I was an adult🤦🏻‍♀️♥ 4source record 1587

I have found that if there’s already an infection that it can give a little bit of symptom relief but it won’t clear it up fully. It does seem to speed up healing though!♥ 7source record 1599

Or immediately stand up and it will stop.♥ 6source record 1604

Say to them “You’re not a fish” use their name, “Susan, you’re not a fish” it works so often!! Even works in myself!♥ 4source record 1617

I always remind myself to chose happy where I have a choice!!♥ 2source record 1619

Or Brazil nuts♥ 4source record 1632

I'm so glad! 😭 I probably need to do a better job of taking my own advice, but when I do, it seriously makes such a big difference!♥ 2source record 1644

And putting a little water in the pot to help render the fat. Perfect crispy bacon every time!♥ 3source record 1652

It freaks my dogs out at first but then they got used to it 😂😂😂♥ 0source record 1660

With your finger, press in on those two little lines above your lip until the urge passes.♥ 1source record 1682

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 (me too)♥ 4source record 1691

I’m so glad!♥ 0source record 1707

I think his hormones and extra cells helped what my body was lacking.♥ 0source record 1710

This is a great method! It’s used in Montessori schools. I think it’s called “see one, do one, teach one.”♥ 0source record 1721

I'm up to 450 jumps a day. I had to stop for 6 and 1/2 weeks after eye surgery and man I really missed it♥ 1source record 1794

Also we have an imaginary person we blame things on when we have an issue with each other...at least brings a little humor in♥ 0source record 1827

it will change your life if you get in the habit of using the word AND a lot more because two things can be true at the same time EVEN IF THEY'RE OPPOSITE.♥ 1source record 1838

Works for me too♥ 0source record 1992

It’s the two layers of paper more than the shaking. Heard this years ago and always grab enough to have a double layer.♥ 1source record 1994

Going to try this! 😉 👏❤️👍🥰♥ 1source record 1997

Works without fail every time♥ 0source record 2059

That’s the best use of commercials that I’ve ever heard♥ 1source record 2145

I was using voice text when I commented that please forgive all the typos♥ 1source record 2225

Since then, I’ve climbed volcanos in Iceland, wore a 2 piece on a black sand beach in Hawaii, and started lifting heavy.♥ 0source record 2279

Good Mama!! 💕💕💕♥ 0source record 2317

It works for me! So many articles on it. Look it up, it may give you more details. Hope it works for you!♥ 1source record 2320

Cool!♥ 0source record 2324

And buy man version because pink tax.♥ 2source record 2335

Loveee♥ 0source record 2385

That’s awesome! 👏♥ 0source record 2390

That’s so weird. I’ll definitely try it♥ 1source record 2451

He’s a handsome dude, I can’t be offended. 😂♥ 1source record 2458

Oftentimes I find the what I want will happen anyway. I find that somehow, weirdly, the desperate attachment pushes the thing away so you have to let it go.♥ 1source record 2572

The smaller the load the lighter the task♥ 0source record 2719

try tonic water with quinine♥ 1source record 2814

For chronic issues or something that’s a current infection they recommend doing it twice a day for multiple days to test results♥ 1source record 2864

It’s the worst! You should try it! 🥰♥ 2source record 2951

I was wondering too! 🩷♥ 0source record 3038

For a minute or so♥ 0source record 3243

can you explain x♥ 0source record 3253

I pop it into my cart and walk around with it. Almost always I realize that’s all of “having it” I needed!♥ 1source record 3278

At night♥ 0source record 3307

Awesome!♥ 1source record 3347

I read other comments after posting mine and I fear I missed the vibe.♥ 0source record 3375

I learned this on a steam train of all places! It threw little chunks of coal in the air and I got one in my eye. The helpful employee taught me this trick!♥ 1source record 3382

It definitely breaks the tension, no one gets upset bc of the cape and we NEVER use it during times of actual distress.♥ 0source record 3470

For chronic issues or an active infection they recommend doing it twice a day for several days before assessing results♥ 1source record 3543

for sure♥ 0source record 3560

IM FINNA SCREAM NOW IF AUTOCORRECT DOESNT GET IT TOGETHER♥ 0source record 3643

When the problem is severe or entrenched, it often takes doing it twice a day for a couple days to see the maximum benefit♥ 0source record 3702

doing it right now♥ 2source record 3786

Thats what i figured, sounds good!♥ 1source record 3811

Yeah when I am actually fighting an infection it doesn’t clear it instantly but if I do it too times a day it really helps over the course of a few days♥ 1source record 3819

kinda helped but im pretty sick :p♥ 1source record 3820

I timed out tasks I hate like this, and literally it's usually 5 min or less... no excuses 💪♥ 2source record 3833

Also, keep a Note with every feeding. The morning of baby’s doc appt, have ChatGPT review and tell you how many ml or ounces baby is taking every three hours, per week. Nice to see a trend! I did this with diapers also.♥ 1source record 3839

Idk if they were upset, but it’s like holding up a mirror to someone and showing them how they’re acting.♥ 1source record 3859

You gotta do what you gotta do 🤣🫶♥ 1source record 3883

Definitely not what you mean but here’s my poop story♥ 0source record 3884

T ko biết đâu nhé, t chuâ thử, t tag xem m có muốn thử ko :)))♥ 0source record 3901

I have done this several times now and it does help a lot!! I just got done doing it and got a notification that someone liked my comment lol♥ 1source record 3907

You’re welcome♥ 1source record 3919

I’d made it ten seconds I’m sure. So easily distracted now.♥ 0source record 4067

I didn't think of this 😅♥ 1source record 4092

Yes, it sounds very similar to when they start growling pre-fight. It's threatening to them, poor things. 😅♥ 0source record 4160

a patient told me to say a random word for the same thing♥ 0source record 4318

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Thank-yous and applause299 index entriesGratitude aimed at the video and its commenters.

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Thanks the person who shared

Expresses explicit thanks for the comment, explanation or shared tip.

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Gasp! Trying this tonight!! Thank you!🙏source record 8

Omggg thank you! Everything make so much more sense now!source record 14

Wow this really helped! Thank you for sharing!source record 48

33 source recordsRecurring approach

Calls the idea clever

Responds with good idea, genius or brilliant.

See 3 representative source examples

its so geniussource record 29

Wait that genius!! I try to sew or crochet sometimes with my non-dominant hand lolsource record 63

omg this is brilliant 👏source record 130

20 source recordsRecurring approach

Calls the tip life-changing

Uses changed-my-life, life-changing or game-changer language as strong applause.

See 3 representative source examples

Stop it right now, this might’ve just changed my life!!source record 79

You just changed my life as someone who ruminates 24/7source record 391

I put my clothes away on hangers in outfits, so I have outfits to choose from, not pieces to choose from and it’s changed my life.source record 466

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I put my clothes away on hangers in outfits, so I have outfits to choose from, not pieces to choose from and it’s changed my life.

source record 466♥ 7,192

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I love this !! you should share some more of them ❤️

posted about 127 days after the source♥ 0

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THANK YOU!!!! I just tried this out and it really did work!!!!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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Gratitude aimed at the video and its commenters.

299index entries

299distinct source records

23.2%of parent category

5.5%of the complete index

107top-level comments

192replies

Browse the original comments299 preserved records · 299 of 299 source records accounted for

Gasp! Trying this tonight!! Thank you!🙏♥ 3source record 8

Omggg thank you! Everything make so much more sense now!♥ 0source record 14

Whoa!!♥ 0source record 17

s ui ty l ekkh♥ 0source record 18

its so genius♥ 6source record 29

Wow this really helped! Thank you for sharing!♥ 4source record 48

Starting this tomorrow. Thank you!♥ 3source record 60

Wait that genius!! I try to sew or crochet sometimes with my non-dominant hand lol♥ 1source record 63

Love this!!♥ 0source record 67

Whoa♥ 0source record 68

Oooh this is a good one! 😁♥ 0source record 73

love this♥ 0source record 75

Stop it right now, this might’ve just changed my life!!♥ 9source record 79

Love it!♥ 283source record 121

Thank you so much for this comment. I have an apron that I love but I never wear when I’m cooking because it’s too nice. This is perfect!♥ 1source record 123

I feel this exact way with wearing jeans or sneakers around my house but I love the idea of using an apron. Thank you for sharing.♥ 0source record 124

Ohhh I like this one♥ 0source record 125

that s so cool thx♥ 0source record 129

omg this is brilliant 👏♥ 0source record 130

Love that!♥ 0source record 132

Gosh I need this♥ 1source record 144

genius! 👏♥ 0source record 147

This is actually so useful. Thanks!♥ 8source record 152

Gold!♥ 1source record 157

Oh that’s cool!♥ 1source record 164

I need this♥ 2source record 180

Oh my gosh, I do this too 😄 it works so well♥ 1source record 187

this is my favorite to get myself to do chores! I'll count from one, and on five I'll get up and pick up my laundry. works everytime ✨️♥ 1source record 189

Good one 👏👏👏♥ 0source record 196

Thanks. I read this, immediately got up and got to the laundry. Now I’m back to say I’m only murdering scent and stain. 💁‍♀️🧺🔪🫟 💨♥ 2source record 201

this is genius♥ 228source record 212

Oo that's smart♥ 3source record 215

This is SO SMART. Sidenote, now I have to remember to put on deodorant 😂♥ 2source record 216

you deserve a medal♥ 2source record 217

Omg that’s great! I might try this, thanks!♥ 1source record 220

OH MY GOSH♥ 1source record 225

This is perfect for me!♥ 1source record 226

Yoooo this is the smartest thing ever. Thank you♥ 1source record 229

BRILLIANT😍♥ 0source record 236

that's genius lol♥ 0source record 238

This is such a good idea!♥ 0source record 242

I found this hilarious for some reason 😂😂😂😂♥ 0source record 243

This is genius!!!!!♥ 0source record 249

you may have just saved me from ODing on heart meds 😂♥ 2source record 253

Oh my goodness this is genius - will start this tomorrow.♥ 1source record 254

Genius♥ 0source record 256

genius♥ 0source record 258

Genius♥ 0source record 259

genius.♥ 0source record 263

Ahh so my mom was telling me the truth 😅♥ 0source record 279

Genius♥ 3source record 306

I love this!♥ 1source record 309

Thank you for sharing.♥ 1source record 313

I love this!♥ 1source record 314

Ooohh good idea 🥰♥ 1source record 315

I love this!♥ 0source record 322

This is brilliant!!👏♥ 0source record 327

Brilliant. Will do. Thank you♥ 0source record 331

Wait I love this♥ 0source record 332

i LOVE THIS 🤣👏😎💞 ty♥ 0source record 334

ooohhh that's a good one♥ 0source record 337

Love this idea♥ 0source record 342

I love this♥ 0source record 348

I love thisssss♥ 0source record 351

Wow I love this♥ 0source record 355

I will definitely do this...thanks for sharing 🥰🥰🥰♥ 0source record 357

Wait this is brilliant♥ 0source record 361

Yessss omg I do this!♥ 0source record 362

I love this!♥ 0source record 363

Genius!♥ 0source record 365

oh no my pw is my fav swear word. oops♥ 0source record 366

great idea!!♥ 0source record 367

You just changed my life as someone who ruminates 24/7♥ 13source record 391

This is so smart♥ 2source record 396

Excellent point.♥ 1source record 398

Thank you for this!♥ 1source record 399

Ohmygod. Thank you for this!!!♥ 0source record 403

Such a good reminder. Thank you!♥ 0source record 405

Ooh this is a great one!♥ 0source record 409

Ooh I need to do this♥ 2source record 421

this is by far my favorite thread of the comment section♥ 14source record 430

I love this 🤣♥ 5source record 434

sorry this is so funny😭😭😭😂♥ 0source record 442

I read somewhere "only you can give your kids a happy mom" and it changed my life....♥ 2,327source record 459

Love that!♥ 91source record 465

I put my clothes away on hangers in outfits, so I have outfits to choose from, not pieces to choose from and it’s changed my life.♥ 7,192source record 466

ooh, this reminds me I saw someone on here invented outfit hangers a while back. I think this is genius!♥ 62source record 468

Wow! I struggle with this, so thank you for such a good idea.♥ 30source record 469

Ohh I really like this idea♥ 1source record 472

This is brilliant!♥ 1source record 474

Consider yourself kissed through your screen. Thank you!♥ 1source record 476

Whoa♥ 1source record 480

GENIUS!!♥ 0source record 481

Love that progress not perfection 🖤♥ 1source record 494

I’m working on thinking this way! I tell myself “I don’t have to do it perfectly, just good enough”. It’s difficult!!!♥ 0source record 497

I absolutely freaking love this. Thank you for commenting it!♥ 2source record 517

I’m currently going through a great loss. I’m going to do this—- thank you! 😊 🙏♥ 2source record 519

thanks♥ 0source record 524

Ohhhhh! You just changed my life friend!♥ 2source record 530

Yesss! Same!♥ 1source record 539

genius 👏👏👏👏👏♥ 1source record 540

I love it! 🤣♥ 0source record 550

Love it♥ 1source record 598

I love this !! you should share some more of them ❤️♥ 0source record 599

future me thanks you wholeheartedly♥ 1source record 603

Brilliant!! I needed a hands-free option for my grocery list while I am driving♥ 0source record 606

This is a good idea!!♥ 0source record 611

Switching out most “sorry’s” for thank yous!♥ 1,030source record 641

No this is the best because why do I feel crazy when a burger sounds good at 8am!?♥ 2source record 647

Omg. Thinking about this for dishes! Ty!♥ 2source record 695

Everyone wants a village I gotta be the villager!!! I love this!!!♥ 29source record 704

Love this♥ 0source record 710

This is beautiful ❤♥ 0source record 711

Bless YOU for sharing!♥ 0source record 713

I always say thank you to my guardian Angel 🌸♥ 0source record 752

oh I love this!♥ 0source record 770

Thank you- got them from an outlet store, they’re sass and belle!♥ 1source record 786

I have nothing to share but yall are heroes for sharing all your knowledge ❤❤❤♥ 436source record 802

oh my god i’m trying this i fewl like i lose half the eegs♥ 7source record 810

I saw one on here that was two minutes and that blew my mind and I love that tip♥ 2source record 818

Oh gosh NO! If you see a need and can help, do it.♥ 36source record 859

YESSS!! I do this!♥ 0source record 872

That’s my solution thank you♥ 0source record 879

This is so cute and I love it, too - I would also do a boring little workout for a reward sticker 💕♥ 1source record 905

I’m going to try this! Thank you!♥ 35source record 922

Brilliant! Just brilliant!♥ 3source record 937

Genius♥ 0source record 945

This is SO helpful thank you!!♥ 2source record 946

Omg thank you. I think you just helped me figure out why Everytime I “clean” I get so overwhelmed♥ 13source record 948

Such solid advice! Will def use this for sure!♥ 1source record 967

Oooh I love this!!♥ 1source record 973

Yesss! I can only watch survivor at the gym!!♥ 0source record 976

This is great! I’ve used peanut butter and I think it’s the oil in it. I’ll try just oil next time!♥ 5source record 991

Brilliant!! Adding this to my “roster”!!! 👏👍💕♥ 0source record 1002

Love it!♥ 14source record 1042

This is genius 💯♥ 1source record 1062

Oh! I’ll definitely try that.♥ 19source record 1069

Thank you!!♥ 0source record 1071

I’m totally using that now thank you♥ 1source record 1079

I’ve never felt better about myself Ty 😂🫶♥ 1source record 1080

Nice!♥ 9source record 1092

It is so good for us! 💜♥ 1source record 1101

Love it! Will begin practicing it.♥ 1source record 1123

Aww that sweet♥ 0source record 1153

This is SO helpful, as someone who is super conscious that I’m constantly using more paper towel than I should! Thank you!!!♥ 1source record 1162

I understand. I always imagine my breathe going up instead of down. I don’t know why. This new way of looking at it has helped me so thank you.♥ 1source record 1164

Thank you! Never heard of this 😍♥ 0source record 1183

Ooo! I've never tried it, but I'll have to now!♥ 1source record 1184

Thanks I’ve been wondering the name I knew it had to have one♥ 4source record 1198

This is called Cognitive Shuffling and it changed my life!♥ 10source record 1199

that's so funny (but also okay advice tho) considering he wrote to his wife daily 😆♥ 0source record 1205

Thank you!♥ 1source record 1215

😂😂 thank you!♥ 0source record 1234

thank you for this!!♥ 1source record 1238

I love this so much!♥ 1source record 1279

Nice!!♥ 5source record 1293

love this♥ 1source record 1315

What a great comment thread!♥ 31source record 1326

This is great! My Roku remote broke so now I just use the app. My phone is much easier to locate.♥ 0source record 1347

Oh! That’s new! I’ll try it!♥ 4source record 1360

ohhh okay♥ 0source record 1365

yess! i sniff chocolate because smells give me migranes but natural ones dont and chocolate is a beautiful and strong natural smell♥ 1source record 1371

genius, I have always felt energetic with good shoes on♥ 2source record 1379

I gag in public spaces, im definitely trying this on my flight tomorrow 😅 ty!♥ 1source record 1384

Thank you, I think we all paused to do this 😆♥ 35source record 1399

Can you expound on this? I feel like I need this.♥ 0source record 1406

Thank you!!♥ 0source record 1414

Yes! Same! Changed my life!!!♥ 1source record 1442

hi! What is the hack? I don’t see what you responded to regarding sinuses. Thank you!♥ 0source record 1465

Yess, I use this exact method and it makes life so much easier.♥ 0source record 1472

I'll keep trying, thanks♥ 0source record 1509

Awesome one! Thanks♥ 1source record 1510

Can’t wait to try this, thank you!’♥ 1source record 1512

I could cry… this helped. Thank you!♥ 5source record 1517

I have had tinnitus for DAYS thank you!!♥ 2source record 1518

Literally doing now!!! Never mentally saved something as fast as this!!!! Thanks for helping out this achy foot gal.♥ 5source record 1550

gratitude. . can't change the annoying alarms that my car wants to warn me about. so I thank her. go on with my day with zero anger stored up♥ 21source record 1605

Thank you!! 🥰♥ 0source record 1612

this is the best tiktok ever - these comments are so interesting♥ 6source record 1635

Great idea also no splattering if using a big pot.♥ 2source record 1651

Oooh I need this♥ 1source record 1679

Oh good!♥ 1source record 1701

oh the lips parted thing really helps! thanks!!!♥ 1source record 1702

Damn thanks for this! My mucus is clearing up rn!♥ 2source record 1726

this is the best comment section ever!♥ 4source record 1733

Whoa these are amazing. Using all these 🔥♥ 5source record 1788

i can’t stop spitting now thanks♥ 5source record 1828

Wow. These are all great comments!!♥ 5source record 1912

Do something your future self will thank you for: working out, cleaning, bs admin tasks- and I always thank past me ♥♥ 5source record 1914

The two minute rule - if it takes fewer than two minutes to do, I do it right then and there. Changed my life.♥ 5source record 1945

i’m recovering from a cold right now and i’m so happy to see your video! thank you for sharing!!♥ 5source record 1970

Good tip!♥ 0source record 1995

These are all so great ❤♥ 4source record 2042

Yoga has changed my life♥ 4source record 2076

Best comments section ever!!!!♥ 4source record 2127

Man did I need this yesterday 😅❤️Better late than never lol!!♥ 4source record 2164

I think this is my most favorite comment section I’ve even come across.♥ 4source record 2179

This post is so cool knowing that there’s gonna be things to change peoples life in these comments💛💛♥ 4source record 2184

Isn’t that awesome! 🤩♥ 1source record 2185

the hum thing totally worked thank you♥ 4source record 2253

That's great and very helpful! Thank you 🥰♥ 0source record 2269

Profound♥ 1source record 2278

Also, “dinosaur time” to eat spinach when I don’t want to put together a whole salad. Credit to [account] thanks for this one.♥ 1source record 2415

[account] [account] [account] this is cool, but the comments are great!♥ 3source record 2471

Omg THANK YOU. Just a few seconds of humming while watching this, I could feel the mucus shift♥ 3source record 2527

Love this!♥ 3source record 2541

Love it!♥ 0source record 2563

brilliant!! thank you!♥ 3source record 2604

oh right, it apparently overrides the fear response in battle♥ 1source record 2639

Loving this!!! Reading so many great things!♥ 3source record 2655

So many great tips!♥ 1source record 2670

oh I'm trying this! currently congested♥ 3source record 2745

If you have heartburn. I teaspoon of mustard IMMEDIATELY fixes it. Thank me later.♥ 2source record 2762

I’m here for all the help!! Thanks everyone!♥ 2source record 2793

Man I needed to see this last week♥ 2source record 2806

Ahhhhhh what? Ive never heard of this. Oh gonna go look now! Thank you!!!♥ 1source record 2869

I love that! Really smart. I put mine on a smart plug so of I have left the house and can't remember, I just turn it off from the app.♥ 1source record 2872

This is one of the most valuable comment sections on all of TikTok right now 🙌🏽♥ 2source record 2924

love this and all the tips- thank you!♥ 2source record 2948

Oh, I definitely have tried it 😂😂😂.♥ 1source record 2950

Currently can’t breathe and doing it now. Thank you lol♥ 2source record 2957

These are all great ✍️✍️♥ 2source record 2963

Ooh how do you do that?♥ 0source record 2976

I was really beating myself up about a lot in my life right now. This video and comments have been a huge help.♥ 2source record 2982

Why does “burnt toast theory” show up in every comment section even with videos that really had nothing to do with they♥ 2source record 2997

These suggestions are all new and actually helpful!!! Thanks everyone ❤♥ 2source record 3030

I just did this and my wife is now leaving me. Thanks.♥ 2source record 3031

ah thank you! 🥰♥ 1source record 3039

All of these are great! Thank you everyone for your input. 👏👏👏♥ 2source record 3055

Dang these are all good ✍️♥ 2source record 3070

Me over here with a cold starting hum away! Bless you♥ 2source record 3089

Deep breathing rescued me from a life of anxiety. Literally changed my life!♥ 2source record 3093

DBT has this concept Willingness. if you know you should do it, just do it. stop procrastinating. changed my life♥ 2source record 3105

Shut the door!! I never heard this before! Thanks!! 💞♥ 2source record 3136

Someone like my post. I need these life lessons♥ 2source record 3204

fish oil and fiber changed my life 😭♥ 2source record 3230

Omg thank you that worked awesome ✨♥ 2source record 3239

don't put it down, put it away. changed my life♥ 2source record 3262

I tell myself to do things future me will appreciate. Don't save things for future me to pick up later, do it now so I can thank myself later instead♥ 2source record 3279

Working out. Working out changed my life♥ 2source record 3337

Thank you; that really did work.♥ 2source record 3363

Thanks for sharing!!! I think this’ll help a ton with my congestion!♥ 2source record 3371

Ohhhhhh that’s great info! I’ve heard that before but I’ll definitely add that to the basics! Ty♥ 1source record 3424

mmmmooooo to poo. look it up- it's awesome♥ 2source record 3426

I need this right now Thanks♥ 2source record 3428

thanks for this 🥰♥ 1source record 3494

I thank my past self for doing something that helped me today.♥ 1source record 3502

Please remind me to come back. Thank you!!♥ 1source record 3590

I’ve learned so much from this post!♥ 1source record 3599

When I experience pain or discomfort, I start talking to that part of the body, telling it I love it and expressing my gratitude for it.♥ 1source record 3608

Thanks!!♥ 1source record 3658

I didn't believe at first, but dang, it does work♥ 1source record 3670

Protein breakfast every morning has changed my life!♥ 1source record 3708

Literally sitting in my bathroom with the shower on trying to get rid of the gunk in my sinus. Thank you!♥ 1source record 3720

walking. walking every day for at least half an hour completely changed my life.♥ 1source record 3789

Love this! Thanks for reminder ✨♥ 1source record 3803

Thank you!! I’m addicted to steroid nasal spray & this might really help!♥ 1source record 3806

Thanks Doc 🥕♥ 1source record 3918

I love this♥ 1source record 3948

Oh wow i could feel my congestion move immediately♥ 1source record 3962

Thank you for the humming I’m sick and it helped!!!!♥ 1source record 3997

Love these comments.♥ 1source record 4001

whaaaaat? this is awesome!♥ 1source record 4012

Golden♥ 0source record 4042

The comments are a goldmine of tips! Because it is mostly women, it's got me thinking - "How are we raising our boys differently from our girls so that they don't have or participate in convos like this?"♥ 1source record 4128

I like this space♥ 1source record 4166

When you get the hiccups tell yourself “I am not a fish”. Thank you [account]♥ 1source record 4176

Really!? Thanks! I have not been happy with it recently- so that’s really nice to hear.♥ 1source record 4192

Thanks!!♥ 0source record 4303

Came back in the comment section to say that I tried and it worked. Thanks 🤧♥ 0source record 4308

Omg thank you!!♥ 0source record 4313

This is the greatest and most helpful comment section ever. May amazing things happen to all of you in life!♥ 0source record 4317

radical thankfulness, when I'm cleaning up: thank you for my vaccuum cleaner... 😁 really works for me♥ 0source record 4324

So many gems in the comments 🥰🥰♥ 1source record 4404

Absolutely fantastic idea♥ 0source record 4413

Gonna try this! Thank you 🥰♥ 0source record 4447

Thank you for sharing 🥰♥ 0source record 4459

Love this♥ 0source record 4475

Bettering my relationship with God. Going to try the humming too, thank you!♥ 0source record 4569

Ah, the cat purring solution♥ 0source record 4660

i love these videos! ty💖♥ 0source record 4680

Thank you! Such a cool tip♥ 1source record 4682

you just helped me so much with that humming hack 😭😭😭😭 thank youu♥ 0source record 4687

These are so smart♥ 0source record 4730

Got a dishwasher. Changed my life 👍♥ 0source record 4773

I needed this information 3 days ago 😭♥ 0source record 4775

I needed to see this today so thank you♥ 0source record 4834

I love this. And I think the comment section might change my life♥ 0source record 4871

Ooh thank you! I’m gonna try this♥ 0source record 4888

So greatful you asked this question and that I came across this, so much wisdom in the comments. Thank you all.♥ 0source record 4941

I thank the universe out loud for any good thing that happens to me. “Thank you! More please!” My life has drastically changed for the better since.♥ 0source record 4965

Saw a TikTok video saying to rock back and forth while you poop. Changed my life♥ 0source record 5041

Vitamin D changed my life.♥ 0source record 5044

You may have changed my life♥ 0source record 5069

So many useful hacks, this is great.♥ 0source record 5118

THANK YOU!!!! I just tried this out and it really did work!!!!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!♥ 0source record 5135

Thank youuu!! For me, it was getting my vitamin D fixed from almost zero to healthy levels. Energy levels through the rooooof♥ 0source record 5209

Thank you!♥ 0source record 5237

great post thank you 😊♥ 0source record 5387

Archive: 299 index entries preserve 299 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 120 records matched, 179 outside those rules, 3 in multiple

Jokes, cheers and one-liners266 index entriesThe laughing, gasping, one-word margin of the thread.

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this is absolutely a requirement for me and unfortunately also a bra

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Responds mainly with laughter

Uses laughter words or laughing emoji as the primary reaction.

See 3 representative source examples

😂🤣😂source record 175

😂😂😂source record 206

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Uses the literally-changed-my-life one-liner

Offers a short, emphatic reaction that the tip literally changed their life.

See 2 representative source examples

This is so simple and literally changed my life. You can 1,2,3 your way through absolutely anything!source record 203

Your tip has literally changed my life . I just did it for probably only 1-2 minutes and the way things already feel cleared!!source record 1502

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5 minutes is sooo long

source record 1659♥ 21

Later-arriving source

This is such a reflection of who you are. What a beautiful spirit you have

posted about 88 days after the source♥ 2

Zero-like source

Yes, the think you're low-growling at them. 😆

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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The laughing, gasping, one-word margin of the thread.

266index entries

266distinct source records

20.6%of parent category

4.9%of the complete index

128top-level comments

138replies

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WHAT♥ 1source record 13

TIL omg!!♥ 0source record 16

[account]♥ 0source record 22

omg this is fab!♥ 1source record 62

Wow.... interesting!♥ 1source record 66

Kk♥ 0source record 86

!!!!!♥ 0source record 87

😳♥ 0source record 88

😩😩😩😩♥ 0source record 113

🏆♥ 0source record 138

💯♥ 0source record 165

😂🤣😂♥ 4source record 175

This is so simple and literally changed my life. You can 1,2,3 your way through absolutely anything!♥ 1source record 203

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This is so powerful! Love it!♥ 1source record 292

Exactly what I did a year or two ago- it works.♥ 2source record 310

Yes!!! I have done this recently ❤❤♥ 1source record 311

Wow!♥ 1source record 317

So “Ihatethisplace6” isn’t a good password?♥ 0source record 320

Oh wow!!♥ 0source record 328

HAHA my work password is stephisgay♥ 0source record 335

Yes!! I love doing this with my NYE resolutions too♥ 0source record 338

My work password is ‘Ihatethisjob’ lol♥ 0source record 345

Wow I’m excited to use this♥ 0source record 375

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Wow I needed this [account]♥ 1source record 397

The North remembers♥ 0source record 402

YUP!! We think about ourselves the majority of the time.♥ 1source record 414

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yeah not the best advise for chores. better for shopping.♥ 8source record 452

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Me reading down the comment thread finding my fellow ADHDers. 👋 lol♥ 7source record 618

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Right! 🤣🤣🤣♥ 0source record 638

This is such a reflection of who you are. What a beautiful spirit you have♥ 2source record 663

This is such a sweet thing!♥ 1source record 664

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Ty♥ 1source record 700

Yes! You get it. 🥰♥ 1source record 714

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For♥ 0source record 735

Oh, mine is “maybe there’s a bee in the car/maybe they need to poop urgently”♥ 0source record 747

This is insanely helpful♥ 1source record 755

Yes! Pertains to so much in life.♥ 3source record 757

Omggg BRILLIANT♥ 1source record 771

Yes me too♥ 0source record 774

Wow that’s so cool♥ 0source record 799

this is real♥ 0source record 809

Yes!! I think many of us are “programmed” to NOT give ourselves “credit” for all we DO!♥ 3source record 850

Wow u sound like a great person😭 like pls be fr♥ 1source record 862

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As an Erin, I agree wholeheartedly❤♥ 1source record 969

haha. i love this♥ 0source record 998

this is the only way i get through runs!♥ 0source record 1001

This is true♥ 1source record 1023

this is absolutely a requirement for me and unfortunately also a bra♥ 4source record 1024

Yup bc I won’t let myself crawl back into bed with shoes on♥ 4source record 1025

Yes! Flylady♥ 4source record 1026

Yes! It works, and I have no idea why.♥ 11source record 1031

Yep!! Even games like minecraft would help (and other things like knitting!!)♥ 7source record 1036

me too!♥ 0source record 1075

yep, me too♥ 1source record 1076

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Yes!♥ 14source record 1098

Yay!!♥ 3source record 1102

it works way better than the yelling ever did ol♥ 5source record 1125

Yes!♥ 7source record 1137

That is fascinating!♥ 3source record 1143

Yes Ted Talk! I saw it too!♥ 3source record 1160

maybe I did it wrong because it still burned my eyeballs♥ 0source record 1176

This works for me too 👍♥ 2source record 1180

😳♥ 0source record 1187

Yes it does!!!♥ 0source record 1193

Yep it works! I use the alphabet instead of words.♥ 4source record 1195

Yes this is why I tried it!♥ 1source record 1270

Haha I didn’t expect that 😂♥ 1source record 1343

Yep.♥ 1source record 1381

That is interesting♥ 0source record 1390

no♥ 1source record 1430

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Yes!!♥ 0source record 1485

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Nope! But if it’s dry I just run it under water real quick to wet it♥ 2source record 1498

Your tip has literally changed my life . I just did it for probably only 1-2 minutes and the way things already feel cleared!!♥ 20source record 1502

Yay!!!♥ 5source record 1503

Why?♥ 1source record 1528

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Omg! I’ve been suffering for a year. Never heard of this. I will start today♥ 14source record 1557

5 minutes is sooo long♥ 21source record 1659

Right?! I do not have the stamina for this!! 😭♥ 1source record 1665

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Omg it’s working 😳♥ 1source record 1705

Yeah there’s 100 things in my car for that reason. 😂♥ 1source record 1738

i tried it before you demonstrated and we picked the same note, which is kinda spooky♥ 3source record 1762

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The dog is giving me serious side eye about my humming right now♥ 3source record 1768

my mom♥ 5source record 1797

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You got it!♥ 2source record 1894

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Me!!!♥ 1source record 1919

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Wow- so cool♥ 0source record 2011

this worked and my cat crawled onto my lap♥ 4source record 2021

Danny Gonzalez♥ 4source record 2064

I can’t hold my breath for 5 minutes♥ 4source record 2086

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I just hummed for 4 minutes and 16 seconds. Not as easy as you’d think♥ 4source record 2193

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Here for the short foot inclusion♥ 4source record 2281

Yes! It’s a bonus!♥ 2source record 2283

I honestly don’t think I could hummm for 1 minute let alone 5♥ 4source record 2288

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What??? Hmmmmm 🎶🎶🎶🎶♥ 4source record 2306

One minute done♥ 4source record 2329

this is so interesting as a singer bc it’s so similar to a vocal warmup♥ 3source record 2424

❤️❤️❤️♥ 3source record 2463

literally♥ 3source record 2487

Beantok♥ 3source record 2503

The gym.♥ 3source record 2512

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a nap.♥ 3source record 2648

This is a thing in black culture♥ 3source record 2660

My middle name is Isadora too!♥ 3source record 2727

WHAT!! Where was this info when I was suffocating 2 weeks ago!♥ 2source record 2757

Me too!♥ 2source record 2798

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Oh lady, if this works for me, it will be a lifesaver!!!! it is the most annoying thing ever!!!♥ 2source record 3052

Yay!!♥ 0source record 3163

lol one two three not murder got it♥ 2source record 3192

using common sense♥ 2source record 3264

Yes!♥ 0source record 3299

Put a white piece of tape on the back of the TV remote control.. now I can’t find it and♥ 2source record 3306

love the disclaimer 🔥♥ 2source record 3315

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No one said it was stupid. I said it was stupidly simple- as in, extremely simple.♥ 1source record 3454

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Seeing this a week after a cold is frustrating♥ 1source record 3568

Boosting this for the sake of Al Gore and his rhythm♥ 1source record 3611

willing to try it♥ 1source record 3712

Wow! Good to know!♥ 0source record 3739

Tried this since I have a cold and it made my cats puffy♥ 1source record 3747

😂♥ 1source record 3752

The girl who leashes herself♥ 1source record 3755

the longest I can do is about 20 seconds without stopping♥ 1source record 3766

Yes, that's right. With Finger it's even better.It sounds funny, but it works perfectly.♥ 0source record 3783

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Not me trying it right now♥ 1source record 3870

My cat is looking at me like I’m crazy 🤪♥ 1source record 3878

Cry 😭♥ 1source record 3904

Omg it’s true!!! 😮♥ 1source record 3970

If this works, it will change my life.♥ 1source record 3985

5 minutes is a long time in adhd… I could never♥ 1source record 4066

❤❤❤♥ 1source record 4084

Yes, the think you're low-growling at them. 😆♥ 0source record 4093

I tried it for 30 seconds and almost passed out so♥ 1source record 4138

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don't do this near your cats. they freak out. 😹♥ 1source record 4159

lol my cat was irritated by it at first but then she stopped reacting after a little while 😂♥ 0source record 4161

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Mediation♥ 1source record 4240

I tried it in public once and was taken in by the authorities for a mental health evaluation.♥ 1source record 4242

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5 entire minutes?? I can’t.♥ 0source record 4276

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off and on.♥ 0source record 4481

I saw a TED Tall♥ 0source record 4560

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Breastmilk 😂♥ 0source record 4712

i don't mean this in a bad way, just as a fact, you look a bit like Ellen♥ 0source record 4759

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A hug! 💙♥ 0source record 4803

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Tik Tok♥ 0source record 4812

me too♥ 0source record 4877

Love the comments and I can’t wait for the stitches!♥ 0source record 4904

Need more ppl like you in this world♥ 0source record 4927

Off topic but you sound just like Dory in finding Nemo♥ 0source record 4933

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Shoo me the life hack♥ 0source record 4975

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Slap me and call me stupid♥ 0source record 5045

side note.... you're very pretty 😍 💕♥ 0source record 5071

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I hope your day is amazing♥ 0source record 5235

I do it in my sleep…it wakes me up♥ 0source record 5245

for*♥ 0source record 5252

1) Gravel bike♥ 0source record 5274

This legit might change my life♥ 0source record 5283

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THIS!!! This is why I love TikTok!!🥰🥰🥰♥ 0source record 5299

Wage♥ 0source record 5351

hands in hands out!♥ 0source record 5391

Sought alternate lodgings- bye 👋♥ 0source record 5395

mines not legal 👀♥ 0source record 5418

Haven’t hummed in a long time♥ 0source record 5422

Put a blue square on my profile and saved Ukraine.♥ 0source record 5451

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Give myself a do over if something's not working. I say fuck it and come back to it later instead of having a meltdown like usual.

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21 source recordsRecurring approach

Asks for help returning to the comments

Requests a like or reply, or comments explicitly so the thread can be found again.

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Can someone please reply to my comment, so I can come back to this when I’m not nodding off about to sleep? Please and thank you! 🙂source record 1070

Can someone like my comment so I can read this after work & don’t forget? 🙏source record 1868

Please like my comment so I can come back and read all of thesesource record 1893

10 source recordsRecurring approach

Saves or bookmarks the thread

Mentions saving, bookmarking, favoriting or taking a screenshot for later.

See 3 representative source examples

I took a screenshot of my favorite onessource record 1073

saving this to read every single onee later !!!source record 1725

Omgosh, bookmarking this! Thanky!source record 2482

Conversation highlights

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I came to the comments and found an entire freaking self help seminar on a variety of brilliant life hacks. I am so here for this.

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Someone like this so I can come back and read more lol

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Give myself a do over if something's not working. I say fuck it and come back to it later instead of having a meltdown like usual.

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Bookmarking the thread and summoning friends to it.

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im all in the comments taking notes!! spoon of honey and raw garlic at night. better in the morning.♥ 5source record 41

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I came to the comments and found an entire freaking self help seminar on a variety of brilliant life hacks. I am so here for this.♥ 15,877source record 114

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[account] 😳 Brilliant!!♥ 0source record 605

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[account] we do this ❤♥ 1source record 891

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Can someone please reply to my comment, so I can come back to this when I’m not nodding off about to sleep? Please and thank you! 🙂♥ 15source record 1070

I took a screenshot of my favorite ones♥ 9source record 1073

I have more screenshots, than pictures! 🤣♥ 1source record 1074

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I love when my fyp does this thank you 😩❤♥ 59source record 1286

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walking. I walked 15000 steps per day this summer and all.my worries washed away. I've relaxed since school started and worries are coming back♥ 26source record 1459

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I have a sinus infection, am getting on a plane tmrw, have been humming while reading the comments. hoping for relief!♥ 2source record 1590

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Commenting to stay on this side of Tik tok♥ 5source record 1697

saving this to read every single onee later !!!♥ 5source record 1725

the fyp is strong today♥ 5source record 1764

I love this comment section!!!!♥ 4source record 1766

WHY DID THE ALGORITHM KNOW MY SINUSES ARE CLOGGED RN 😭♥ 5source record 1834

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Humming while reading all the comments. This is what I love about being human.♥ 5source record 1852

Can someone like my comment so I can read this after work & don’t forget? 🙏♥ 5source record 1868

Please like my comment so I can come back and read all of these♥ 5source record 1893

Read comments [account] [account]♥ 4source record 2028

[account] henny🤸🏽‍♀️ a kazoo can help us feel better!♥ 4source record 2065

So much good advice. Commenting to stay on this side of tiktok!♥ 4source record 2085

[account] 🐝♥ 4source record 2124

Never delete this post. I need it 😂♥ 4source record 2140

These comments are a gold mine! 💕♥ 4source record 2152

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Some please like so I can come back again 😅♥ 4source record 2180

Commenting so I can keep coming back to this video 💗♥ 4source record 2186

Commenting to say yall are amazing. Thank you 🫡♥ 4source record 2190

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[account] you can’t fool us this time♥ 4source record 2205

Commenting so i can read all the comments later 😅♥ 4source record 2249

Reading all the comments and trying the video♥ 4source record 2273

I’m in this comment section taking notes!!!!! 📝♥ 3source record 2370

following this becaue the comments are so useful♥ 3source record 2421

Obsessed with this comment section♥ 3source record 2436

[account] easy, hospital bed♥ 3source record 2442

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Omgosh, bookmarking this! Thanky!♥ 0source record 2482

this comment section needs to be like, a wallpaper I can put in my living room to see every single day♥ 3source record 2486

I wish I could pin my favorites, this video + comment section is gold♥ 3source record 2517

I took screenshots of my favorites so I can refer to them later!♥ 0source record 2518

I’ll be here for a while♥ 3source record 2550

Humming to clear my throat while reading the comments 🥰♥ 3source record 2645

Mussssst come back to these comments! Someone heart me to bring me back!♥ 3source record 2669

Commenting so I’ll get brought back to all the new studies 😋😋♥ 2source record 2821

This comment section is so inspiring!♥ 2source record 2824

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I’m humming while reading these comments and i think it’s working!♥ 2source record 2930

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[account] broooo get in these comments♥ 2source record 3000

Saving this so I can keep coming back to the comments and learn new things!!♥ 2source record 3013

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Liking all these comments for later♥ 2source record 3041

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I’ve been humming as I read these comments and i literally feel the congestion leaving 🤯♥ 2source record 3162

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Atomic Habits 🥹 loving this comment section 🫶🏼♥ 2source record 3263

[account] [account] something♥ 2source record 3289

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I need to come back here♥ 2source record 3318

you should make a series ofnyour favorites!♥ 2source record 3390

Currently long humming while reading the comments♥ 2source record 3401

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Someone like this so I can come back and read more lol♥ 1source record 3432

Omg, how do I save all these comments?!♥ 1source record 3532

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[account] cant hurt🤷🏾‍♀️♥ 1source record 3559

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[account] please remind me of this next time I’m sick♥ 1source record 3686

posting so I can come back and read more 😅💀♥ 1source record 3814

I wish I could print out this comment section. the life hacks are top tier♥ 1source record 3822

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bookmarking for the tips! love it.♥ 1source record 3890

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reading comments on "hacks" posts, learn a lot and solves some of life's problems♥ 1source record 3947

someone should please like my comment so I could come back here to read more🥰♥ 1source record 3968

i have a cure for the hiccups, driving rn but like this so i remember to come back and type it out later♥ 1source record 3990

[account] ☀️🐎 the comments are very good♥ 1source record 4041

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Ok honestly so many of the suggestions in this comment section are GOLD 🤩♥ 1source record 4045

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I wish it were simple to create all this great info in a PDF . I’m loving it!♥ 1source record 4078

I’ve bookmarked this TikTok so I can come back to it from time to time and continue reading all the helpful comments.♥ 1source record 4108

This comment section is so helpful! 😊♥ 1source record 4142

[account] these comments are actually genius♥ 1source record 4199

If you have never saved any post, this is the one to start with. This comment section is incredibly helpful ♥️♥ 1source record 4204

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Okay this comment section is gold!♥ 1source record 4238

I write down what I am actively working on. If I see something else that pulls my attention, I put it in another column to come back to.♥ 0source record 4341

this comment section is a literal goldmine. thank you all so much 💖♥ 0source record 4380

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[account] a n e y this may help you with lower risk♥ 0source record 4412

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ooh please like my comment so i'll be reminded to come back for more advice thank you♥ 0source record 4421

Someone please like my comment j want to come back♥ 0source record 4431

I'm gonna do like the 74.000 other people did and save this with the intent of going through the comments, but we all know most of us won't♥ 0source record 4436

this comment section is top tier! im gonna save this video♥ 0source record 4442

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Someone like this please so I can come back and read more tips!♥ 0source record 4770

Can someone like my comment when they see it? That way I can look through the comments and remember these great hacks. Otherwise I’ll forget them 🤦🏼‍♀️♥ 0source record 4794

[account] these comments are great!!♥ 0source record 4796

Comment so I can always come back for new ones - if u see this please leave a like or something♥ 0source record 4797

my sinuses put this on my fyp♥ 0source record 4798

never delete this please🥰♥ 0source record 4833

Here for the tips!♥ 0source record 4897

i’ve been in the comments for over 40 minutes…♥ 0source record 4976

[account] these are really good♥ 0source record 5020

Make this comment section a book 🙏❤️☀️Good lord, you are actually genius humans 🍀 now I need to ether all down and do one at a time. ☀️♥ 0source record 5052

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i need to come back to this comment section for more hacks please like so i can be reminded♥ 0source record 5147

Give myself a do over if something's not working. I say fuck it and come back to it later instead of having a meltdown like usual.♥ 0source record 5148

what a gold mine♥ 0source record 5166

Please like my comment so I can come back♥ 0source record 5210

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saving this video so hopefully I will remember to do this next time I'm getting sick♥ 0source record 5301

Following to come back to this!♥ 0source record 5308

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There are too many good ideas in this comment section, I can't keep up 😩❤️♥ 0source record 5323

Following♥ 0source record 5337

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[account] so many good comments♥ 0source record 5357

This comment section is gold♥ 0source record 5359

Love this. Writing a comment so I can come back to more hacks♥ 0source record 5373

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coming back with all of the good ideas you repost that have scientific fact behind them!♥ 0source record 5394

please make a series by the responses 🙏 we can't read all of them♥ 0source record 5396

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I do this too110 index entriesRecognition — “I thought I was the only one.”

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Explicit limit or counterpoint

I think I did this backwards…one of my work passwords is “I hate it here” 🤣🤣🤣

source record 299♥ 124

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

22 source recordsRecurring approach

Says they use the same or a similar practice

Explicitly identifies the preceding tactic as something the commenter also does.

See 3 representative source examples

I do this too!source record 70

I do this too. 💕source record 194

I do the same but with my contact lenses and medssource record 228

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Adds an explicit works-for-me response

Reports that the shared or similar practice worked for the commenter.

See 3 representative source examples

Same! It totally works…source record 302

Omg I do this too. It’s the only thing that’s ever worked for me !source record 1243

I do that when I lose my voice and it totally workssource record 3725

Conversation highlights

Most engaged source

I do the same thing but I turn it into an Opera song!! "I've turned off the iron, it's definitely off...la la laaaaa!!" 🤗

source record 426♥ 147

Later-arriving source

I do this involuntarily when I sleep, my son does it too. Only when we are healing from sickness.

posted about 83 days after the source♥ 1

Zero-like source

My husband tells me I do this in my sleep when I’m sick! It helps me sooo much with my sinuses

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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What the counts show

Recognition — “I thought I was the only one.”

110index entries

110distinct source records

8.5%of parent category

2%of the complete index

15top-level comments

95replies

Browse the original comments110 preserved records · 110 of 110 source records accounted for

Wow, I do this all the time. I had no idea it was a thing.♥ 24source record 4

I did this now it’s my dominant for brushing 😂♥ 6source record 59

I do this too!♥ 0source record 70

I do that occasionally and was even offered one!♥ 0source record 99

saaaame 🤗♥ 0source record 117

I do this, too!♥ 0source record 135

i do that too!!! sometimes i do a longer version like a snooze version. so i count to 60 lol♥ 0source record 190

I do this in my workouts!♥ 0source record 191

I do this too. 💕♥ 0source record 194

I do the same but with my contact lenses and meds♥ 1source record 228

brilliant!♥ 0source record 244

I do something similar. I can’t take my phone off my nightstand until I have taken my meds♥ 0source record 255

I do that but with coffee. 😎♥ 0source record 260

I do this. in my head it counts as sleeping as soon as I put my phone away and lay down to sleep♥ 0source record 287

I think I did this backwards…one of my work passwords is “I hate it here” 🤣🤣🤣♥ 124source record 299

I did that to manifest a job.♥ 19source record 301

Same! It totally works…♥ 4source record 302

I do this too. ✨♥ 1source record 316

Omg I do this and worry every time IT needs to look at my computer and asks for my password 😅 like whatever man let me liveeee♥ 0source record 318

I do this!♥ 0source record 319

I do this!♥ 0source record 321

I DO THIS TOO!!!♥ 0source record 326

I do this! My recent one is about looking forward to the holidays 💃🏿💃🏿♥ 0source record 330

I do this.♥ 0source record 333

I do this, too! 🫶🏻♥ 0source record 336

I do this for different keys I want to be faster at typing as a coder like [] ? etc♥ 0source record 339

I do this!♥ 0source record 343

Waitttt I do this too lol lol 😅😅♥ 0source record 352

I do this♥ 0source record 360

I do this!♥ 0source record 364

I do this! It helps♥ 1source record 370

I DO THIS!!!!!!💯💯♥ 1source record 372

I do this!!! For example, not my current password I I used iamlucky777 and this worked♥ 1source record 373

This!!♥ 1source record 401

I do the same thing but I turn it into an Opera song!! "I've turned off the iron, it's definitely off...la la laaaaa!!" 🤗♥ 147source record 426

I do this at the barn to remember if I turned the water off. 😂♥ 3source record 435

i do this for my kids. put them away in "bundles" my 10 year old does it for herself now. no more morning meltdowns♥ 1source record 486

Omg I do this if I get cut off, “they are rushing to meet their family member in the hospital”♥ 11source record 508

Same!!♥ 0source record 512

My therapist would be so happy if I did this 😂♥ 1source record 523

Same except I yell “guards!” and it gives royalty/fantasy vibes for me♥ 62source record 567

I do something similar when I catch myself, I say "ok Kanye 🙄" and that usually banishes the crazy thought loop 🤭♥ 26source record 568

I did that tooooo omg! My mom told me to do that! She was such a brilliant lady 😂🥰♥ 45source record 601

brilliant!♥ 0source record 607

Same! Saves me so much brain power!!♥ 0source record 621

I do this! It’s so helpful. I have different types of lists, too: vacation, backpacking, Europe, running♥ 0source record 622

Same♥ 0source record 628

Same♥ 1source record 640

i do this when i wash dishes!♥ 0source record 694

I do the same when making up my bed, being grateful for a peaceful night♥ 11source record 696

My mom always did this and it annoyed me. now as an adult, I do it too. Most of the time lll♥ 0source record 729

I do this too! Literally the only time I speed, so I give everyone the benefit of the doubt 🤣♥ 8source record 749

I do this too but I have to raise my hand way up too. They don’t work alone, but the combo does lol♥ 0source record 773

Same♥ 0source record 775

came to comment how I do this but it's because I have adhd and I see I've found my people 😂💚♥ 7source record 776

I do this, especially when I'm going upstairs to do or get something so I don't forget oe get distracted along the way.♥ 6source record 780

I do this. esp if I am going to a diffrent room ill be alone in the house saying “get the water can” until I do it♥ 1source record 782

I do something similar but think “That was a thought..” and move on to the next one. I fall asleep so much quicker!♥ 4source record 793

Brilliant!♥ 0source record 798

Same, I definitely wouldn't do it if I couldn't get 4 toothbrushes for like 1.25, I think it is.♥ 0source record 822

I do this.♥ 0source record 846

this♥ 1source record 865

I did this so much my kids figured it out and every time I sang we're going on an adventure they sang Mom's gotten lost!♥ 3source record 888

Yes! I do this too! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾♥ 0source record 892

Same!!♥ 0source record 893

same with walking after eating♥ 0source record 928

Same. I say to myself “Future me is going to be soooo happy that past me got this done”.♥ 8source record 971

Brilliant!! 🥰♥ 2source record 1013

Same. I make myself get fully dressed so my brain knows I mean BUSINESSES!!!♥ 1source record 1021

Same!♥ 4source record 1030

I do this too♥ 1source record 1059

I do this all the time.♥ 0source record 1104

Same! L♥ 0source record 1113

I do this... I switch between Tetris and a silly game called Shoot Bubble Deluxe.♥ 0source record 1131

I do something similar - I ponder what i’m more likely to regret.♥ 2source record 1202

Omg I do this too. It’s the only thing that’s ever worked for me !♥ 0source record 1243

I do this too!!!!♥ 1source record 1244

i do that!!♥ 0source record 1251

Omg I do this too!♥ 1source record 1254

I find that the Sunday scaries go away when you’re prepped for the week so I always do that and I sleep better on Sunday nights.♥ 51source record 1257

same!♥ 0source record 1285

same♥ 0source record 1291

I do this and my husband complains the microwave always smells like corn 😬♥ 1source record 1496

SAME♥ 0source record 1544

I do this with YouTube documentaries I’ve already seen!♥ 2source record 1602

I do this when I'm really struggling to get going I put eat a donut on the list it's shocking how much motivation a donut gives me lol♥ 3source record 1628

I always do this!♥ 0source record 1629

I do that so much! Even though it tells me 3-5 times a week it's in the cloud ☁️, I snatch it up and say Gotcha , no clouds today sucka 😂.♥ 1source record 1641

I do this to my sinuses in the hot steamy shower. It’s wonderful.♥ 5source record 1667

I do this but I use 2 minutes♥ 0source record 1989

Yes! I do this too!♥ 1source record 2060

I did this for 5 mins forgot to breathe passed out. woke up 3 hours late rested and refreshed 10 out of 10 would recommend.♥ 4source record 2092

I do this too!♥ 1source record 2568

This is what it looked like!!! It has been perfect since I did this trick.♥ 1source record 2747

I do something similar and remind myself that I have done crazy or stupid things when I was driving.♥ 1source record 3019

I do this involuntarily when I sleep, my son does it too. Only when we are healing from sickness.♥ 1source record 3434

I naturally was doing this for a while omg♥ 1source record 3580

I do that for my headaches!!! very low tone hum, more like a meditating hum! It works!♥ 1source record 3653

I do this!!!!!!!!!♥ 1source record 3700

I do that when I lose my voice and it totally works♥ 1source record 3725

Brilliant ❤️❤️🤣♥ 0source record 3756

I did that eye rolling thing before sleep and it helps me Fall asleep very fast♥ 1source record 3816

exactly! 🥰♥ 0source record 3858

The gateway project, I do that meditation and fall asleep every time….💕♥ 1source record 3887

i start sneezing when i do that♥ 0source record 4286

Connecting thumb and index finger 👌🏽it automatically creates deep breathing, I do this to help me fall off to sleep♥ 0source record 4786

My husband tells me I do this in my sleep when I’m sick! It helps me sooo much with my sinuses♥ 0source record 4994

This!!♥ 0source record 5043

I do that all the time. It's the vibrantions♥ 0source record 5268

Mine is deep breaths of 4 seconds inhalation and 8 seconds exhalation every hour. I am sleeping a lot better now that I do that.♥ 0source record 5392

Archive: 110 index entries preserve 110 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 24 records matched, 86 outside those rules, 1 in multiple

Questions and troubleshooting59 index entriesAsking how, when and whether it really works.

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These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

41 source recordsRecurring approach

Asks a direct troubleshooting question

Begins with a direct how, what, why, does, can or similar question.

See 3 representative source examples

Have you noticed a difference?source record 78

what are your top recommendations on how to use it?source record 171

What if multiple closes go to different outfits. Do u just choose the better outfit?source record 483

3 source recordsRecurring approach

Asks about duration, frequency or amount

Requests a concrete duration, frequency or quantity needed for the tactic.

See 3 representative source examples

My hands are killing me. I’m probably gonna need the surgery. How long is the downtime?source record 84

Does it not get tiring to be humming for five minutes straight?source record 2311

wait how do you do this for five minutes when you cant even breathe??source record 2456

Conversation highlights

Most engaged source

Wait, what do u mean?

source record 1006♥ 12

Later-arriving source

what are your top recommendations on how to use it?

posted about 139 days after the source♥ 0

Zero-like source

why would you change the tp roll if it's not empty yet?

posted about 44.8 hours after the source♥ 0

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What the counts show

Asking how, when and whether it really works.

59index entries

59distinct source records

4.6%of parent category

1.1%of the complete index

25top-level comments

34replies

Browse the original comments59 preserved records · 59 of 59 source records accounted for

Have you noticed a difference?♥ 0source record 78

My hands are killing me. I’m probably gonna need the surgery. How long is the downtime?♥ 0source record 84

what are your top recommendations on how to use it?♥ 0source record 171

is murder okay for this one?♥ 11source record 178

Do you have a similar strategy to be used for murder? Asking for a friend.♥ 0source record 195

what do you use for murder then?♥ 5source record 198

How do you breathe while you hum?♥ 2source record 208

daily medicine divider?♥ 0source record 246

ssdgm?♥ 0source record 376

WUUUUUUUUUUUUT? Who will I be next month after reading this??!?♥ 0source record 482

What if multiple closes go to different outfits. Do u just choose the better outfit?♥ 0source record 483

What am I feeling? What do I need?♥ 1source record 522

congratulations you just won the hygiene Olympics. what will you do now that youve won?♥ 11source record 824

What type of magnesium do you take?♥ 1source record 878

Wait, what do u mean?♥ 12source record 1006

Like on a small trampoline, or with a jump rope, or just bopping up and down?♥ 1source record 1147

Did you do this also when you woke up with a migraine? And how did it go if you did?♥ 1source record 1149

why would you change the tp roll if it's not empty yet?♥ 0source record 1209

Do you think witch hazel would have a similar effect?♥ 0source record 1265

This might sound dumb, but what do you mean by racing thoughts?♥ 1source record 1275

Why are people so mad all the time?♥ 0source record 1336

In what way? To distract?♥ 1source record 1382

Do you know what kefir is?♥ 1source record 1449

now that's not a terrible idea.. is it possible to hide the taste while still reaping the benefits?♥ 1source record 1451

Does that help with bloating & gas?♥ 0source record 1453

What are your favorite combos?♥ 0source record 1490

do you have to soak the corn first?♥ 0source record 1499

how do you tap if your hands are cupping you ear? like below it?♥ 0source record 1513

WHAT! ALL I HAVE TO DO IS HUM??♥ 10source record 1589

What is that?♥ 0source record 1672

Why do u think that was?♥ 1source record 1711

Would it work for allergy congestion?♥ 2source record 1756

can you guys breathe while you're humming??♥ 5source record 1943

like a scarf?♥ 1source record 2008

Does it not get tiring to be humming for five minutes straight?♥ 4source record 2311

wait how do you do this for five minutes when you cant even breathe??♥ 3source record 2456

Where could I learn more about that?♥ 0source record 2461

Why did this work ?!??♥ 3source record 2513

Does that act like an a flutter and move the mucus around?♥ 3source record 2530

really?♥ 0source record 2597

Do you have a tune in mind when you hum?♥ 3source record 2652

What button thing?♥ 6source record 2748

are you allowed to stop long humming every few seconds to breathe? or is there a technique where it can be continuous?♥ 2source record 3037

Does it work if I hum songs?Instead of just a continuous note?♥ 2source record 3235

Anyone have tips for dry eyes!?♥ 2source record 3248

right like do you take breaks or a consistent 5 min.♥ 1source record 3465

Does singing work just as good?♥ 1source record 3476

someone tell me how they get up out of bed 😭♥ 1source record 3563

Is it possible to like too many comments in one post?♥ 1source record 3673

is it 5 minutes without taking breaths in-between?♥ 1source record 3682

Like 5 mins straight ?♥ 1source record 3722

Did you say sticky-icky?♥ 1source record 3730

For what?♥ 0source record 3835

Does anybody know the study name?♥ 0source record 4548

Do you place grocery items on the conveyor belt in groups that make it easy to put away afterwards?♥ 0source record 4553

Does the humming have to be one note ?♥ 0source record 4681

What about when I fell down stairs (4) during a wedding when I was a bridesmaid and needed to leave so I could go sing in the back with the organist?♥ 0source record 4978

do you need to cook the lentils first?♥ 0source record 5415

Do you have any tips to get my sense of taste and smell back after COVID?♥ 0source record 5453

Archive: 59 index entries preserve 59 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 43 records matched, 16 outside those rules, 1 in multiple

Vows to try it tonight50 index entriesPromises (and live reports) of trying it immediately.

Source-backed index report

Common approaches in the comments

These groupings come from reviewed, transparent language rules. One source record can support more than one approach.

25 source recordsRecurring approach

Says they intend to try it

States an intention or need to try the shared tactic.

See 3 representative source examples

Interesting! I need to try this onesource record 74

I'm going to try this!source record 136

I will try thissource record 354

7 source recordsRecurring approach

Names an immediate time to try it

Pairs the intention with tonight, tomorrow, right now or the next relevant moment.

See 3 representative source examples

I'm hopeless, but I'll try it next time!source record 897

I’m trying that tomorrow. I wake up with stuffy sinuses every day.source record 2075

This is so cool! Thank you for sharing. Will definitely be trying this next time I have congestion.✨source record 2891

Conversation highlights

Most engaged source

i will be starting this tomorrow! genius!!!

source record 467♥ 122

Later-arriving source

Damn… I call them bítch, I gotta try friend lol

posted about 82 days after the source♥ 1

Zero-like source

I'm about to try this because I've been ILL. 😂 brb

posted about 2 days after the source♥ 0

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What the counts show

Promises (and live reports) of trying it immediately.

50index entries

50distinct source records

3.9%of parent category

0.9%of the complete index

26top-level comments

24replies

Browse the original comments50 preserved records · 50 of 50 source records accounted for

I’ll have to try this!♥ 1source record 65

Trying this♥ 0source record 69

doing now♥ 0source record 72

Interesting! I need to try this one♥ 0source record 74

Omg I have to try tgat😃♥ 0source record 127

I'm going to try this!♥ 0source record 136

This is incredible! I think this would help a family member who's dealing with cognitive decline. A little switch in the routine order might really benefit them. Thank you!♥ 3source record 252

I will try this♥ 0source record 354

i will be starting this tomorrow! genius!!!♥ 122source record 467

Been trying actually♥ 1source record 521

Damn… I call them bítch, I gotta try friend lol♥ 1source record 551

So freaking awesome! Thank you for sharing! I gotta try this♥ 7source record 662

I’ve always done it in 15 minute increments but I’ll have to try this!♥ 1source record 819

While im doing this, sometimes ill say, "i know that morning Diane will appreciate this." 🤭♥ 3source record 868

I'm hopeless, but I'll try it next time!♥ 0source record 897

Omg I will try this!♥ 0source record 951

yes 🥰 i need to try this♥ 0source record 1280

Omg superb! I will try it next month- thank you.♥ 0source record 1367

I always gag when I brush my back teeth, I'm sure they're not brushed well at all because of that. I will try this. 🤞♥ 2source record 1383

im gonna have to try that, although if I dont get to organizing nothing has a place😂♥ 0source record 1493

Thank you!!!! I will try this♥ 0source record 1542

Just got diagnosed! I will definitely try it!♥ 3source record 1553

I’m definitely gonna try this!♥ 0source record 1608

Girl let me try this now 😭♥ 3source record 1771

I had a professor tell me about humming but I didn’t know the 5 min timeline. I gotta try longer next time.♥ 4source record 2035

I’m trying that tomorrow. I wake up with stuffy sinuses every day.♥ 4source record 2075

Thanks, will try this!♥ 0source record 2138

Hands up if you started right when she mentioned it 🙋‍♂️♥ 3source record 2494

Definitely giving this a try…I have the crud 🥴♥ 2source record 2859

This is so cool! Thank you for sharing. Will definitely be trying this next time I have congestion.✨♥ 2source record 2891

I'm doing this now.♥ 2source record 3107

Whattttttt. I’m trying this tonight.♥ 2source record 3429

I’m doing it. If this thing works out…♥ 1source record 3542

I'm gonna do this long humming all day tomorrow♥ 1source record 3587

I’m on board, I will try this today.♥ 1source record 3613

I have been dealing with the post cold stuffiness for 2 weeks now im about to try this♥ 1source record 3701

Omg im going to try this hummminh!♥ 1source record 3844

Apparently beans are the answer to lots of issues. Gonna try it.♥ 1source record 3898

I'll have to try that. Thanks.♥ 1source record 3906

I actually LoVE this one I'm gonna do it thanks💜♥ 0source record 4472

Gonna try this now!♥ 0source record 4632

I’m going to try this !!!♥ 0source record 4666

trying this!♥ 0source record 4705

Wow. Just wow. Testing this out tonight, I'm almost excited to be cut off. 🤔♥ 0source record 4840

I'm about to try this because I've been ILL. 😂 brb♥ 0source record 5018

I'll try that right now♥ 0source record 5267

Oh as someone with chronic sinus issues I will definitely be trying this♥ 0source record 5277

Doing this now for my congestion and my dog is very confused but I’m hoping it helps! 🤣♥ 0source record 5416

sick in bed with congestion, trying this now!!!♥ 0source record 5445

ooh, that's so interesting, I'm gonna try it!♥ 0source record 5446

Archive: 50 index entries preserve 50 distinct source records · Every displayed synthesis count resolves to source-record IDs · Reviewed families: 27 records matched, 23 outside those rules, 5 in multiple

How this catalog was built

Source: TikTok comments — 1 video

The Comments That Broke Containment

Out of thousands of replies, these are the ones that stopped the scroll — measured by how they landed with readers who found them at every point in the thread's life, not just the first hour.

Brushing my teeth with my non dominant hand to create new neuro pathways!

♥ 43,308

↑ Fact-checked in the answer index

Before drifting off to sleep I tell myself “everything is always working out for me”. And it literally does. Everything.

♥ 3,468

Mental health hack: if it's important, then it's important enough to do half assed. Can't clean the kitchen? Then do it half assed. Struggling with hygiene? Do it half assed. Because doing a good thing poorly is still better than not doing it at all.

♥ 9,141

I came to the comments and found an entire freaking self help seminar on a variety of brilliant life hacks. I am so here for this.

♥ 15,877

Put affirmations in your work password. You type that so many times a day.

♥ 33,460

KC Davis said to put your condiments in the drawers in the fridge (you're always willing to work for a condiment) and your produce in the door (so it's visible and accessible). We eat a ton more produce now and throw away almost none.

♥ 1,616

Applying for jobs that you're 80% qualified for

♥ 15,630

same, I lost 100 lbs. I wasn't eating too much food, I was eating too many calories. Instead of deep fried chicken tenders, fries, and a large coke, I eat air fried chicken, roasted potatoes, and a diet coke — same volume, way less calories.

♥ 81

if it's not a hell yes it's a no

♥ 5,517

I'm a teacher, had a girl who could decode words but when she spelled she just used random letters. One day I said “you know the letters you write with are the same letters you read with” and she said “WHAT!” and wrote a sentence THAT DAY. I cried.

a teacher's story♥ 707

Divorce is the stupidly simple thing I did that fixed everything lol

♥ 1,262

My son is a type 1 diabetic and when his sugar is high and insulin is taking forever, we have him do deep squats! It often helps

for a type 1 diabetic♥ 267

Say One, Two, Three, GO! On GO, you don't think. You just go immediately and do the thing. (Not to be used for murder)

♥ 6,643

One to use with children ‘don’t get furious, get curious’. Instead of ‘omg why did you do that?!’ try ‘I can see you’ve done this, tell me about it?’

♥ 253

The Hacks Strangers Rediscovered Independently

These weren't one viral comment getting repeated — each person arrived at the same trick separately, in their own words, at different points in the thread.

Humming to calm the vagus nerve

39 coded comment records

A recurring pattern in the captured discussion.

Humming also activates your vagus nerve, helping you calm down and regulate. It can significantly reduce anxiety♥ 2,684↑ Fact-checked in the answer index
Actually the humming (especially with my mouth closed/teeth together) helps to calm me down. I heard it stimulates the vagus nerve so I do it every time I get an anxious feeling.♥ 7↑ Fact-checked in the answer index

Switching to your non-dominant hand

14 coded comment records

Brushing teeth, texting, small tasks — deliberately using the “wrong” hand shows up again and again as a brain reset.

Now I'm over here humming, doing calf raises, balancing on one leg, and heading to brush my teeth with my non-dominant hand.♥ 6,923
I heard this once as we age to use the non-dominant hand for basic things to help the brain!♥ 24

Assuming good intent about bad drivers

12 coded comment records

The specific story changes — a cake, a grandma, a bathroom emergency — but the instinct is always the same: assume the best.

I assume strangers have good intentions. Driving slow? Maybe delivering a cake to their grandma. Short with me? Maybe having a bad day, I'll pray for them. It's made me a less stressed person.♥ 3,708
I like to assume angry people haven't pooped for 4 days, it makes me feel empathy for them if they're a bit road ragey♥ 125

The N-minute rule against procrastination

10 coded comment records

Two minutes, five minutes, ten — the exact number matters less than giving yourself permission to stop.

The two minute rule - if it takes fewer than two minutes to do, I do it right then and there. Changed my life.♥ 5
The “5 Minute Rule” for chores or things you don't have the energy for. Too tired to work out? Go for 5 minutes — if you're still exhausted, go rest. But if after 5 minutes you're like “no I got this,” keep going.♥ 3

Cognitive shuffling to fall asleep

8 coded comment records

Alphabet, random word, repeat — a decades-old sleep-science trick keeps reappearing as someone's personal discovery.

When I can't turn my brain off trying to fall asleep, I think of a letter of the alphabet and any word starting with it — apples, asparagus, axel, ankle. I usually don't make it past 2-3 letters before I'm asleep.♥ 6
Cognitive shuffling cured my 30+ years of insomnia. I pick a letter and come up with as many words as I can starting with it. I'm usually asleep after 5 minutes now.♥ 21

Singing or screaming to confirm you turned something off

8 coded comment records

An absurd little ritual — half song, half scream — that turns “did I unplug the iron?” into a fact you can trust.

I do the same thing but I turn it into an Opera song!! “I've turned off the iron, it's definitely off...la la laaaaa!!”♥ 147
I scream every time I turn off the oven or unplug the iron so I don't have to wonder if I did those things before leaving the house.♥ 5,215

Tying meds to an existing daily habit

7 coded comment records

Several commenters tied medication to an existing routine; one late commenter reported that taping it to deodorant still did not work.

I'm not allowed to put on my deodorant until I've taken my med of the day. Now if I can't remember if I've taken my meds that day, I do a sniff test and I know the answer. I don't forget anymore!!♥ 27,538
i tape my meds to my deodorant so i never forget 😁 it doesnt work unfortunately♥ 3

Burnt Toast Theory

5 coded comment records

A delay you're furious about might just be protecting you from something worse down the road.

If something makes me really mad, like I can't find my phone for 20 minutes while I'm about to leave, I always think it's the “Burnt Toast Theory.” There's a reason I was stalled. It saved my life somehow.♥ 267
Burnt toast theory greatly lessens my ‘being late’ anxiety!♥ 8,823

Buried Treasure

Posted weeks after the video went viral, once the algorithm had moved on and almost nobody was reading anymore — these are just as good as anything from the first hour.

When I'm feeling socially uncomfortable, I now project that shyness onto the people around me. I'M not anxious. THEY are anxious and need me to be supportive and kind to help them break out of their shell.

posted day 52♥ 22

I have an album in my photos of “the little things” I find in the mundane. It's rewired my brain to look for beauty in the simple things. I look at the photos when I feel sad or alone — a reminder the universe is smiling at you.

posted day 43♥ 55

“Never leave a room empty handed.” Learned while serving as a waitress. Has helped in bite sized bits keep my house/car clean!

posted day 60♥ 15

House chores cosplay. Create a character, design a costume. Need to clean the house? No — Gwen from a 50s diner needs to clear everything away before her shift ends. She's got a date tonight and needs to hurry.

posted day 42♥ 31

You know how you walk into a room then forget what you came there for? I sing about what I'm going to get so I don't forget as I walk through the doorway.

posted day 46♥ 11

I write whatever is in my head down before bed so I can sleep with a fresh mind

posted day 51♥ 10

I take my meds when I feed my border collie and she has impeccable timing and never forgets

posted day 18♥ 19

Laying on a foam roller the long way along my spine. I learned it in PT but it's the only thing that INSTANTLY regulates my system — a vagus nerve response within 5 seconds, and it requires absolutely 0 effort.

posted day 40♥ 15

Conversation context and side chatter

Where the Fixes Cluster

Every one of the 5,455 records lands in exactly one of 14 reviewed themes. The 13 content themes are ranked here by size; the fourteenth — 1,290 records of pure crowd reaction (cheers, tags, thank-yous, questions) — is indexed separately in the complete index above.

Home remedies for stubborn ailments

782 comment records

Before people call a doctor they try a hum, a gargle, or something from the kitchen cabinet — the thread's biggest content theme.

Brushing my teeth with my non dominant hand to create new neuro pathways!♥ 43,308

Calming a nervous system in revolt

652 comment records

Breathing, humming and cold water: the nervous system gets its own toolbox.

Now I’m over here humming, doing calf raises, tbalancing on one leg and heading to brush my teeth with my non-dominant hand. 😅♥ 6,923

Making the house run itself

462 comment records

The trick is never deciding twice — one motion in, one motion done, no thinking required.

I only buy striped sheets. No more trying to figure out which way they fit on the bed.♥ 22,993

Rewriting the voice in your head

450 comment records

A phrase repeated enough times stops being an affirmation and starts being true.

Put affirmations in your work password. You type that so many times a day.♥ 33,460

Outsmarting the procrastinating brain

349 comment records

Motivation never shows up on time, so these hacks recruit a timer, a costume, or a countdown instead.

I put a sticker on my calendar each time I do my home workout. I want my sticker because it makes me proud so I do my boring little workout to get it 😳♥ 85

Falling asleep and waking up

322 comment records

The brain won't turn off on command, so the trick is giving it somewhere boring to go instead.

Before drifting off to sleep I tell myself “everything is always working out for me”. And it literally does. Everything.♥ 3,468

Never forgetting again

316 comment records

Outsource the remembering to a pillow, a photo, or a ritual — willpower alone keeps losing.

I’m not allowed to put on my deodorant until I’ve taken my med of the day. Now if I can’t remember if I taken my meds that day, I do a sniff test and I know the answer. I don’t forget anymore!!♥ 27,538

What you eat, drink and swallow

263 comment records

Single swaps at the table: more water, more protein, one fewer vice.

It never occurred to me that I could just eat vegetables and dressing without the lettuce. I hate lettuce so I never really had salads and one day KC Davis pointed out and it was such a duh moment for me 😂♥ 56

Getting along with people

230 comment records

Deciding what a stranger “probably” meant turns out to be entirely up to you.

Divorce is the stupidly simple thing I did that fixed everything lol♥ 1,262

Moving the body, even a little

150 comment records

Calf raises at the kettle and walks that double as therapy.

20 calf raises after you eat to help regulate blood sugar! I’ve been doing it for a couple months and I can actually feel the shift in digestion as I’m doing it♥ 12,184↑ Fact-checked in the answer index

Phones, money and life admin

78 comment records

Autopay, app limits and coin flips — decisions made once, forever.

In June I stopped social media for a couple months and with my new-found spare time I wrote 3 children’s books. Now I’m pitching them to agents.🤞♥ 1,134

Getting dressed and getting ready

76 comment records

A personal uniform and a two-minute face: mornings with fewer choices.

i have an outfits photo album in my phone. i take a picture of everything i wear that i like and put it in there. i can look through it and decide what to wear♥ 140

Hormones, cycles and women's health

35 comment records

Cycle tracking, hot-flash fixes and advice traded woman to woman.

I eat broccoli every day for the week leading up to my period and it helps reduce my Pre-period rage♥ 778

Dataset, coverage, and methodology

5,455

captured canonical comment records grouped by reviewed theme

14 / 76

reviewed themes / sub-themes

233

recurring approach families surfaced by reviewed rules

concrete source claims checked against external evidence

How the complete discussion index was counted

The source corpus contains 5,455 captured canonical comment records from one public TikTok discussion: 3,959 top-level comments and 1,496 replies.

Every retained canonical record appears exactly once in the searchable index, assigned to exactly one of 14 reviewed themes and, inside each theme, exactly one sub-theme. Themes were derived from reading the corpus, not imposed in advance.

Similar comments remain separate. The index is a source-record archive, not a count of unique facts, products, tips, people, recommendations, or independently verified claims.