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They say intelligent people learn from their mistakes and clever people learn from others' slip-ups but internet personality Sidneyraz thinks that life is a combination of both. The man has dedicated much of his online content to telling people things he wishes he had known before turning 30, and he definitely filled a niche: over 1.3M TikTokers and 2.34 Instagrammers are following him.

Since Sidneyraz is really productive and constantly releases new uploads, we at Bored Panda decided that our earlier article on him wasn't enough and put together a follow-up publication. From the "right" way to open an English muffin to filling up an ice cube tray without splashing water all over the kitchen, continue scrolling and check out some of his latest posts!

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How To Hang Things On The Wall

How To Hang Things On The Wall

I can't believe I'm bout to show you this. [...] Take some tape. Place it on the back and mark where the holes are. Take that piece of tape. And put it on the wall. Tap tap tap in the hole pull the tape off. And then hang it beautifully.

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This Plunger Is Not For Toilets. Sink And Drain Plunger. Not For Use In Toilets. This Is A Cup Plunger Meant For Sinks And Drains

This Plunger Is Not For Toilets. Sink And Drain Plunger. Not For Use In Toilets. This Is A Cup Plunger Meant For Sinks And Drains

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Sidneyraz told Bored Panda he decided to start this series after people really liked his video 'Here's something you should know about being in your 30s. It's better than your 20s.'

"My most popular videos are ones that have to do with the most common items that people use. Travel pillows, English muffins, trash bags, plungers, and so on," the creator explained. "We all use the same things every day and [without questioning them] because that's how we were taught, but we have no idea why or if it's even right. So when I post a video showing a different way, it blows minds."

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Why Capital Letters Are Called "Uppercase Letters". They Were Less Commonly Used Letters For The Printing Press So They Were Stoed In The Upper Part Of The Case

Why Capital Letters Are Called "Uppercase Letters". They Were Less Commonly Used Letters For The Printing Press So They Were Stoed In The Upper Part Of The Case

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#5

You're Supposed To Rinse The Whipped Cream Nozzle? Rinse Nozzle Thoroughly With Warm Water

You're Supposed To Rinse The Whipped Cream Nozzle? Rinse Nozzle Thoroughly With Warm Water

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Widdershins66
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yup, if you don't rinse the nozzle out you'll get a growth of mold, yucksville!

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Of course, Sidneyraz thinks there's more to this life stage than life hacks. "We tend to experience both heartbreak and true joy before our 30s too. There are large ups and downs but, hopefully, they help us to be more empathetic people. They’re hard lessons but needed."

"I’m learning all these things too and I don’t want anyone to feel as alone as I have in the past when I didn’t know something [older folks understood quite well]," the TikToker added.

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How To Put Eyedrops In Your Eyes. Eyedrops, Bottom Of The Eyelid, Pull Down, Make A Cup And Then Boom. Not Scary, Doesn't Miss, Perfect Application. That's So Refreshing, I Gotta Do I Again

How To Put Eyedrops In Your Eyes. Eyedrops, Bottom Of The Eyelid, Pull Down, Make A Cup And Then Boom. Not Scary, Doesn't Miss, Perfect Application. That's So Refreshing, I Gotta Do I Again

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Sue Hazlewood
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nah, tip your head back and drop in. Then it doesn't all run down your face.

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How To Stock A Mini Fridge: Load From The Bottom Not From The Top

How To Stock A Mini Fridge: Load From The Bottom Not From The Top

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A B C
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh you mean I should NOT drop my soda/beer half a meter? Genius. That's called common sense.

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I think it's no coincidence that Sidneyraz started this series in his early 30s.

Robert Taibbi, a licensed clinical social worker with 48 years of experience, primarily in community mental health, said that research on adult development tells us that our lives move in waves: several years of relative stability and focus, then several years consumed with bursts of unrest.

"Part of the challenge of [the early 30s] comes from the fact that your life has actually settled. For many of us, the 20s were filled with tremendous changes – finishing college or some higher ed, deciding on some major or career path, venturing forth. If not doing more schooling, moving into jobs that may or may not become a possible career. Relationship-wise, either a lot of dating or even marriage. Regardless, lots of activity and anxiety," Taibbi wrote in Psychology Today. "Now you are likely somewhat settled – in the marriage or the job/career. You have the time to catch your breath and take stock of where you are in your life." Which can include creating a TikTok account and telling others what you've learned!

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How To Get A Raise: Wrote Down Good Things You Did. Connect Each Good Thing You Did To Money Earned For The Company Or Proficiency Increase. Present In Professional Way. Submit To Hr

How To Get A Raise: Wrote Down Good Things You Did. Connect Each Good Thing You Did To Money Earned For The Company Or Proficiency Increase. Present In Professional Way. Submit To Hr

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I read the mug as Hotdog Ohw, and I think that is the most interesting thing about this entire article.

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However, that doesn't mean that life gets easy when you enter your fourth decade. In fact, this time can come with added pressure to hit adult milestones.

"One of the main words I listen for in a session is 'should,'" Megan Bearce, who sees many 30-somethings, told Vox. "I should have a child, I should be married by now, I should love my job.".

#10

You Can Qualify For A Higher Home Loan If You Buy A Multi Family Property And Live In One Of The Units. That's It

You Can Qualify For A Higher Home Loan If You Buy A Multi Family Property And Live In One Of The Units. That's It

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#11

One Packet Of Instant Ramen Is Two Servings Of Instant Ramen

One Packet Of Instant Ramen Is Two Servings Of Instant Ramen

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#12

You're Supposed To Open English Muffins Up With A Fork? Split Using A Fork. Fork, Insert It, Gently.

You're Supposed To Open English Muffins Up With A Fork? Split Using A Fork. Fork, Insert It, Gently.

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Jo Firth
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Been eating them all my life and never done that. They're not hard to split open with your fingers.

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A good example of this is a study where researchers asked folks in their 30s and 70s which of these groups they think are happier. Both groups answered the 30-somethings, but when they were asked about their own subjective well-being, the 70-somethings scored higher.

So when you hit your 30s, remember that it's probably a good idea to not only give but seek some good advice as well. And don't compare yourself to others. Continue building your life. You're on the right track

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#13

Your Airpod Mic Is Not Connected To Tiktok. Sound Yes, Mic No

Your Airpod Mic Is Not Connected To Tiktok. Sound Yes, Mic No

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Be There Or Be Square. If You're Not There Youre Not Around

Be There Or Be Square. If You're Not There Youre Not Around

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Cheryl O'Meara
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am guessing that this guy was partially handicapped if he had issues with these things before his 30's. I am also guessing that browsing TikTok and posting screenshots is now considered legitimate professional content on this site. Good times.

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#15

The Length Of The Tape Measure Is On The Tape Measure. Let's Measure The Inside Of This Cabinet. Well, That's 30 Inches + 70 Mm That's About 2 3/4 Inches. That Means The Inside Of This Cabinet Is 33 Inches Long

The Length Of The Tape Measure Is On The Tape Measure. Let's Measure The Inside Of This Cabinet. Well, That's 30 Inches + 70 Mm That's About 2 3/4 Inches. That Means The Inside Of This Cabinet Is 33 Inches Long

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James016
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’ve read the title several times. The asteroid can’t come soon enough.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Please don't mix measurement systems, you'll give yourself a seizure. If the length of the tape carcass is given in metric, do the whole thing in metric. If you really really want it in imperial, divide by 25.4 at the end, you'll get a more accurate figure including fractions of an ince. 70mm is 2.7559in, but that's not to say everyone's tape measure has a 70mm carcass.

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Ara
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’m confused. I grew up with both systems. Surely any imperial tape measure would have length of the size of its case in an imperial measure, not a metric one.

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Monday
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes....nobody in their right mind mixes the two measurement systems.

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Stefan Scheiben
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Combining metric and imperial measurements is a recipe for desaster, like in NASA's 1999 Climate Orbiter Fiasco, costing them 125 millions of dollars. Apart from this, this is not even mathematically correct (it should be 32,75 inches, whcih might very well matter if you really try to fit some device or to cut out a shelf). But maybe the time is just right for the U.S. to finally join the rest of the world in switching to metric.

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Molly Block
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is he talking about the actual plastic housing around the tape? Cause otherwise, I just pull the tape out and look at the numbers on it.

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Frozengeckolover
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes. He's talking about how long the plastic housing is, not how long the tape is. I was also confused at first.

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Lara Verne
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

First you have to choose - either imperial or metric system. What the hell is "30 inches + 70 Mm"?

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WilvanderHeijden
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Only normal people would measure it in Cm and add 7 Cm. That makes it easier to convert the outcome to unfree units if you feel that desire.

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Don Golosso
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd add 7 cm in the end if I where you. Also with a lower case c unless you're talking about Celcius meter. ;)

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Marco Conti
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Really good tape measurer have a small window to see the length plus the tape measurer. And "about" is not good enough if you are cutting shelves.

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Allen Lavine
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ok I wanted to give him the benefit of the doubt but this is stuff you learn though out every day life

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Gabriele Profita
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or you could do the obvious and easier thing: just use directly a single proper and sensed measuring system: the metric one, as everyone else in the world.

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Stephanie P
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mixing standards aside, 30" + 2-3/4" = 32-3/4" not 33" what's the point in explaining how to measure something accurately if you're just going to round up to the nearest inch.

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Marie
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nothing makes sense here. Tape measures are measures... you stretch them out and read the number... no math needed.

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Yort
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It actually does say that on my tape measure. Reading!

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Jo Choto
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't care what you measure in, just keep it consistent, please!

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Valisbourne Spiritforge
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow. If you are using imperial measurements, get one that calls out everything in imperial. If you are going to use metric, likewise. I'm not doing conversions in my head.

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#16

How To Tie A Trash Bag: Don't Tie These Together. Hold Them Up, Make A Knot. Wrap Around The Knot, Through The Loop Creating A Nice Tight Seal

How To Tie A Trash Bag: Don't Tie These Together. Hold Them Up, Make A Knot. Wrap Around The Knot, Through The Loop Creating A Nice Tight Seal

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How To Use A Lighter: When Lighting Some Thing That's Below. Don't Light It This Way And Go Down. Turn The Lighter Around And Light It That Way And Go Down. Greatly Reduce Your Risk Of Boo Boo Owies

How To Use A Lighter: When Lighting Some Thing That's Below. Don't Light It This Way And Go Down. Turn The Lighter Around And Light It That Way And Go Down. Greatly Reduce Your Risk Of Boo Boo Owies

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Ara
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is that how he lights his bong? If it is, it may go part of the way towards explaining his post.

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#18

You Can Light A Sparkler From The Bottom!

You Can Light A Sparkler From The Bottom!

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A B C
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can light a sparkler in the middle as well. I can also light it at both ends. I can light the whole package at once if I want to. What's the point?

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#19

How To Fill An Ice Cube Tray: You Don't Fill It Flat, You Fill It At An Angle

How To Fill An Ice Cube Tray: You Don't Fill It Flat, You Fill It At An Angle

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You Tap The Side Of The Can, Not The Top, To Stop It From Exploding

You Tap The Side Of The Can, Not The Top, To Stop It From Exploding

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Also, you wave a dead cat around at midnight, run in circles and shout "Hokuspokus beveregicus" to stop cans from exploding...

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#21

Tag Is An Acronym For Touch And Go

Tag Is An Acronym For Touch And Go

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nope, it comes from the Middle English 'Tek', which means to tap. There are a whole host of similar English words orbiting around touch, tap, tag, tig, which can mean touch, strike or mark.

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How To Hold Scissors. You Would Think Index Finger, Thumb. But That's Wrong. No You Wnat Thumb, Ring Finger. That Way, You Have More Control

How To Hold Scissors. You Would Think Index Finger, Thumb. But That's Wrong. No You Wnat Thumb, Ring Finger. That Way, You Have More Control

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