What’s your dominant hand? Left or right? There is a concept known as handedness. Wondering what that means? It focuses on our preference for using a specific hand for optimal performance. When engaging in an activity that requires the use of one hand, we subconsciously utilise our preferred which should produce a better output. Think of a game of table tennis or badminton, what hand are you most likely to use to swing the bat or racquet? It is an indication of your handedness – right or left. The hand you are less likely to use when participating in these activities will be regarded as your non-dominant hand.
Right-handedness is the most common with 90% of individuals considered to be more effective with this hand. With these stats, it is clear that there are fewer left-handed individuals in comparison to their right-handed counterparts. Nonetheless, there are interesting findings of individuals who are more prone to use their left hand in given activities. They are considered to have a higher level of intelligence, more susceptible to migraines, suffer sleep deprivations and a higher chance of having allergies. Overall, we have a higher liking for one arm over the other. This also applies to our time in toilets – private or public. Our stronger hand is often called upon to effectively take care of business.
The Handedness effect on toilet usage
A common truth in life is that all left-handed and right-handed individuals use the toilet. Our hand preference becomes prominent when we are about to wipe our backside from every waste. Instinctively, you tend to use the stronger or more active hand to achieve a thorough clean. This is never a surprise as effectiveness and hygiene precision is key during this task. Have you ever tried wiping with your weaker hand? There are some benefits and life lessons when opting to clean with your non-dominant hand.
Benefits of wiping with your non-dominant hand
It is important to note the ultimate aim of wiping is to ensure you leave the toilet free from the unwanted remnants. A decision to use a non-dominant hand is encouraging as long as you can achieve a thorough clean.
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