WAXX Brainstarter

Q: In a new poll, a whopping 82% of people in relationships say their partner’s sleeping habits “consistently” keep THEM up at night.  Snoring is the biggest issue.  52% of people say their partner’s snoring keeps them up…. What’s the next annoying sleep habit from your partner?

A:  Your partner messing around on their phone before bed

3) Disturbed by their partner getting out of bed at night, to go to the bathroom
4) Hogs the covers
5) Tosses & Turns through the night
6) “Starfishes” across the bed

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Q: A new article (by Your Tango) listed the Top Small Ways That He Shows That He Loves you… What was #1?

A: He asks about your day

 2. He remembers the little things
3. He makes sure you get home safe
4. He lets you into his life
5. He introduces you to his friends and family

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Q: A new article (by Gadget Daddy) lists the Top Ways To Beat Daylight Saving Time Fatigue… What is #1?

A: Go outside or sit by a window to get natural light

2. Take short naps, but no longer than 20 minutes
3. Avoid consuming caffeine within six hours of bedtime
4. Start adjusting your routine a few days before the time change
5. Remember, the groggy feeling can last five to seven days
6. Don’t plan for major time changes too far in advance
7. Be prepared for the time adjustment with small changes
8. Keep in mind that longer afternoon naps can disrupt nighttime sleep
9. Let natural light help your body adjust to the new time
10. Remember, the lost hour will be gained back in November

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Q: According to a new article (by YourTango)… What is the Top Little Secret Of Madly-In-Love Couples?

A: Start a morning tradition together

2. Find ways to laugh together
3. Work up a sweat together
4. Try out something new
5. Be intimate somewhere fun or different
6. Let go of past mistakes
7. Avoid making complaining a habit
8. Stay in touch throughout the day, no matter how busy
9. Take a good look at themselves first
10. Don’t attack each other

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Q: According to a new survey (by Noodles) What is the Comfort Food That You Could Eat Forever and Never Tire of It?

A: Chicken wings

2. Mozzarella sticks
3. Caesar salad
4. Cheesy garlic bread
5. Pizza
6. Burgers

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Q: Someone asked people to name the top food-related turn-offs.  Top answers were: Being rude to your server & Chewing with your mouth open… What came next?

A:  Talking with your mouth full

4.  Spitting something back out onto your plate

5.  Picking your teeth

6.  Slurping soup

7.  Eating something off their plate without asking

8.  Licking your knife 

9.  Criticizing the food if you stayed in and they cooked it
10.  Licking your fingers clean 

A few more that just missed the Top 10:  Double-dipping . . . playing with your food . . . and putting ketchup on EVERYTHING. 

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Q: According to a new article (by Men’s Journal) The #1 red flag during a job interview is: When they don’t disclose the salary (38%) … What’s the #2 warning you should beware of?

A: Constantly rescheduling the interview: 25%

3) Too many personal and/or irrelevant questions: 25%
4) Interviewer disrespecting co-workers: 23%
5) The job role sounds different from what was initially advertised: 18%
6) Not answering questions correctly, directly, or consistently: 18%
7) Interviewer seeming unprepared: 17%
8) If the company seems to have a high staff turnover: 14%
9) Being told overtime is ‘mandatory’ or being expected to work overtime: 12%
10) The interview started later than it was supposed to: 12%

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Q: According to a new article (by Best Life) there are things people do when texting that signal that they are interested in you… What is #1? (Might ask you to be specific)

A:  “Good morning” and “good night” messages

2. Quick replies and engaging conversation
3. Compliments sent via text
4. Flirty emojis being used
5. Making plans to meet in person

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Q: According to a new article (by FinanceBuzz)- What is the #1 Thing That You Should Purchase In March?

A: Storage solutions for spring cleaning

2. Discounted winter coats
3. Mattresses on sale
4. Home warranty for unexpected repairs
5. Ski equipment deals
6. Seasonal items post-St. Patrick’s Day
7. Grills at discounted prices
8. Sweaters on sale
9. Early tax software purchases
10. Cleaning supplies at a discount

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Q: According to a new survey (by The Focus)- What is the #1 Outdated Wedding Tradition?

A: The bride’s father paying for the wedding  …  54%

2) Asking your partner’s father for permission  …  43%
3) Sleeping apart the night before the wedding  …  38%
4) Taking your partner’s name  …  35%
5) Being given away by your dad  …  29%
6) Tossing the bouquet  …  27%
7) Being carried over the threshold  …  26%
8) Promising to obey in the vows  …  25%
9) Wearing a veil  …  19%
10) Wearing a long, white dress  …  18%

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