Category Archives: Advice

Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer. Silence is sometimes the best answer because it can prevent conflict. When we speak, we are often putting our own thoughts and feelings out there for others to see and hear. This can sometimes lead to conflict, especially if our thoughts and feelings are different from thoseContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Silence”

Life is simpler when you plough around the stump. The saying “Life is simpler when you plough around the stump” is a metaphor that means it is easier to avoid an obstacle than to confront it directly. The metaphor is derived from the practice of plowing a field with a team of horses, where stumpsContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Ploughing”

When you get a bad grade in school, show it to your mom when she’s on the phone. Showing a bad grade to your mom while she is on the phone might not be the most effective way to communicate about your academic struggles, as she might be preoccupied with her phone conversation and notContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Bad Grades”

Never hold a Dustbuster and a cat at the same time. You should never hold a Dustbuster and a cat at the same time because it can be dangerous for both you and the cat. The suction power of a Dustbuster can be strong enough to harm a cat, causing injury or discomfort. In addition,Continue reading “Advice of the Day: Dustbusters”

“Never pull dad’s finger when he tells you to!” The phrase “pull my finger” is often used as a prank or joke, where the person whose finger is being pulled passes gas, causing a humorous or embarrassing situation. In the UK, as in many other cultures, this is generally considered impolite or vulgar behavior, especiallyContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Pulling Fingers”

It is not a good idea to tell your partner that their diet is not working for a few reasons. Firstly, it can be hurtful and demotivating to your partner. Dieting and weight loss can be sensitive and personal issues, and telling someone that their efforts are not paying off can be discouraging and damagingContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Diets”

Never trust a dog to watch your food You should never trust a dog to watch your food because dogs are instinctually driven to eat food when they see it. Dogs have a keen sense of smell and are naturally attracted to food, especially if it smells good to them. Even a well-trained dog canContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Dogs”

I don’t care how nice the hand soap smells, you should never walk out of the restroom sniffing your fingers. It is generally not considered polite or appropriate to sniff your fingers in public, regardless of the context. Sniffing your fingers can be perceived as unhygienic, rude, or inappropriate, and may make other people uncomfortableContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Sniffing”

If you stared at something you dropped on the ground, eventually someone will pick it up for you. I would love this to be true but I believe it is a myth! Looking at something dropped on the ground will not magically make someone pick it up for you. In fact, many people believe thatContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Staring”

Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups. The advice “Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups” may not be the most constructive or respectful way to approach group dynamics, so this is not serious guidance! That said, it is important to recognize that intelligence is one, but not theContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Stupidity”