At what point in your life did everything start to make sense?

Sean Kernan, Son of Quora

Getting married.

I finally understood why everyone said it was so hard. Every morning you wake up and go “Oh hey - it’s you again.” You get home from work and go “Oh hey - it’s you again.”

Over and over and over and over and over and over and over. Over and over and over and over and over and over and over. Over and over and over and over and over and over and over. Over and over and over and over and over and over and over. Over and over and over and over and over and over and over. Over and over and over and over and over and over and over. Over and over and over and over and over and over and over.

All of a sudden I thought:

Ah! This is why my parents used to fight all the time. It’s sorta like candy corn. A few candy corns are good. Marriage feels like someone rammed 10,000 of them down your throat.

ENOUGH WITH THIS DAMN CANDY CORN. BLEH.

What are some “rules” to being classy?

Bretton Palm, Lifelong devotee of Miss Manners

Here are a couple:

When it comes to bathroom functions, less is more. Phrases like “I need to pop in the restroom” and “I’ll be back in just a moment” are very classy.

When you burp, follow it with a surprised “Excuse me!” at the same volume level as the burp.

Always be charitable in your assumptions of others. That person didn’t deliberately shove you - it was an accident.

Carry a pack of Kleenex and hand sanitizer with you. The Kleenex should be in your back pocket if you have one.

Never put food directly on your desk at work - use a napkin, plate or tissue.

Don’t sit on desks or counters.

Say “Roger - will do” when given correction.

Whenever someone brings a wardrobe flaw to your attention (belt missing a loop, shirt inside out), say “Thanks - I’d rather know than not know” and fix it discreetly.

Cultivate a social smile like politicians do.

Use euphemisms instead of cussing and swearing.

Be able to laugh at yourself.

Can an airline crew detect if a cell phone is left on?

Steve Bazer, Captain at A Major U.S. Airline

No. The requirement to have them turned off from before takeoff to after landing is an archaic rule. They don’t work anyway once airborne, and once the groundspeed exceeds a certain value, the cell towers don’t process their signals. Also, Cell towers are designed to have a horizontal beam, not a vertical beam, so the reception capabilities quickly drop below the required minimum signal strength, once above a fairly low altitude.

Here’s a tip to make phone call while airborne. Get on the aircraft’s WiFi. Use the FB messenger app’s phonecall feature to make a crystal clear call to anyone else with FB messenger. Now you can be annoying all of the time!

What are the 10 easy tricks they don’t want you to know about driving?

Sierra Knowles, I drive on a daily basis

In most states, you’re allowed to turn right at a red light after coming to a complete stop. Just make sure your way is clear every time.

It’s likely there’s a small leeway with the amount of speeding you can get away with.[1] My suggestion is to go the speed of the others around you, or otherwise don’t exceed the limit by over 7mph.

Be careful, though. Cops can and will pull over more than one person at once (See the answers here: Can a cop pull over 2 or more cars at once?)

Driving with your hands in the 9- and 3-o’clock position on the steering wheel may actually be better than the alternatives 10 and 2, and even 8 and 4[2] (See picture below). It might feel foreign to some, but the additional safety might be worth it.

Ever seen someone flash their headlights? They’re probably trying to tell someone something - and there’s a good chance it’s you. Whether you need to turn your own headlights on, or someone is aiming to pass you, or warning you that there is a speed trap ahead, take note and pay attention.

Increase your following distance. Seriously. It’s said that a safe following distance from the vehicle in front of you is two seconds, in ideal conditions.[3] Always increase that when needed - e.g. in traffic and bad weather.

When in doubt, use your blinker. Please.It only takes a few seconds and letting other drivers know what you’re going to do will benefit you, and them, and everyone’s safety.[4] Also, your hand should always stay on the wheel when you turn on your blinkers.

Know your vehicle. Being familiar with the vehicle you’re driving and knowing your way around the controls will help you out, I promise.

Stop caring about what other drivers think of you. When the situation calls for it, it’s always better to slow down and be safe than risk an accident, even if you potentially piss off other (bad) drivers.

On that note, nobody cares how fast your windshield wipers are going. Stop feeling self-conscious about it and use them for what they were made for.

And lastly, for some final advice: Use your common sense. Wear your seat-belt, pay attention, and be safe.

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Keep in mind I wrote this answer relevant to driving in the United States.

Footnotes

[1] Is there a 5-7mph leway on speed limits?

[2] Steering wheel science: AAA says '8 and 4' is the new '10 and 2' of driving (video)

[3] Safe following distances

[4] New Study Says Failure To Use Turn Signals Is A Leading Cause Of Car Accidents

[5] Vehicle control for supervisors | eRegulations

What makes people mentally strong?

Jose Hale, Furniture Designer

10 Things mentally strong people don’t do

1. They don’t waste time feeling sorry for themselves Mentally strong people don’t sit around feeling sorry about a lost game or how others in game have treated them. Instead, they take responsibility for their actions and understand that LoL isn’t always easy or fair.

2. They don’t shy away from change Mentally strong people don’t try to avoid change.

3. They don’t waste energy on things they can’t control You won’t hear a mentally strong person complaining over things they can't control. Instead, they focus on what they can control in the game. And sometimes they recognize that the only thing they can control is their attitude.

4. They don’t worry about pleasing everyone They recognize that they don’t need to please everyone all the time. They’re not afraid to say no or speak up when necessary. They strive to be kind and fair, but can handle other people being upset if they didn’t make them happy.

5. They don’t fear taking calculated risks They don’t take reckless or foolish risks, but don’t mind taking calculated risks. Mentally strong people spend time weighing the risks and benefits before making a big decision, and they’re fully informed of the potential downsides before they take action.

6. They don’t dwell on the past Mentally strong people don’t waste time dwelling on the past and wishing things could be different. They acknowledge their past and can say what they’ve learned from it. However, they don’t constantly relive bad experiences or fantasize about the glory days. Instead, they live for the present and plan for the future.

7. They don’t make the same mistakes over and over They accept responsibility for their behavior and learn from their past mistakes. As a result, they don’t keep repeating those mistakes over and over. Instead, they move on and make better decisions in the future.

8. They don’t resent other people’s success They can appreciate and celebrate other summoners skill in the game. They don’t grow jealous or feel cheated when others surpass them. Instead, they recognize that success comes with hard work, and they are willing to work hard for their own chance at success. When they play with or against a better player they adapt what that player does and learn from him. Be Humble!

9. They don’t give up after the first failure They don’t view failure as a reason to give up. Instead, they use failure as an opportunity to grow and improve. They are willing to keep trying until they get it right.

10. They don’t expect immediate results Mentally strong people don’t expect immediate results. Instead, they apply their skills and time to the best of their ability and understand that real change takes time.

What do teachers know that would scare their students?

Natalie Ayambem, Math Faculty (2014-present)

Answered Nov 27 · Upvoted by Daniel Kaplan, Veteran high school English teacher

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What do teachers know that the average US college student would be scared to know?

Dear student, please pull up a chair as I would actually love for you to know:

That even though you ask for that extension on a missed test, you’re more than likely still not going to do well. Okay, let’s be frank…you made up a great excuse for missing the test, but you’re still going to fail for not having prepared. The “extra” week or even two only delays the inevitable, and now you’re even more behind because the class still progressed after the test date.

Even though you never miss class and are soothed to believe “I attended class therefore I’ll be ok” is incredibly misleading: your sitting in class playing on your phone, watching videos on your laptop or just doing nothing equates with being absent. Seriously, students— either participate and engage or save yourself the time and expense of a class.

That study guide or practice test that you adore and ask for every class and every test—is useless if you don’t understand the material. Really. I kid you not - but neither a study guide nor a practice test will ever replace the engaged hours required in class in addition to the work that’s assigned outside of class to practice and master the skill taught to successfully pass the test.

Oh there’s more (like, really, we can tell even without seeing you cheat during the exam when we grade it that you actually cheated…it’s not rocket science)…suffice it to say:

Students, please (1) show up-always, (2) be ready to learn and (3) do what’s asked of you. It’s just that simple.

What should you never say to fast food workers?

Cesar Guevara, Cashier at McDonald's

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Can you tell me a creepy psychological trick?

Aishah Hannan, Psychology, Top Writer, Life Experiences.

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What moment at the office made you realize, "It's time to start looking for a new job."?

Kelson Olson, Software Engineer (2017-present)

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What happens if I eat 5 eggs a day?

Rebecca Cremer Hinkley, BS Biology, Grand Valley State University (2003)

Answered Apr 14

Originally Answered: How will it affect my health if I eat 5 large eggs with their yolks everyday?

Not a dietitian or nutritionist here; all I can tell you is my own experience. I have been eating 3–5 eggs every day for the past twenty years. My blood lipid profile has always been incredible according to my doctor, with the healthy fats unusually high and the unhealthy fats unusually low.

However, bear in mind that eating that many eggs is part of a diet where we make all our own meals at home, don’t eat fast food except very, very rarely, only get pizza maybe twice a month, and exercise regularly.

You can’t look at just one food item in your diet; you have to look at your entire lifestyle. There is research out there suggesting that eggs will help increase HDL (good) while lowering LDL (bad) in your blood, however, eating 5 eggs while existing on a diet of big macs and sugary colas the rest of the time isn’t going to produce miracles.