Time of Need
It’s like the trick that shows you how to open a bottle of wine without a corkscrew: the chances of needing it are slim. But when you do, it’s incredibly handy to know. While opening a bottle of wine isn’t exactly a basic need, even though it might feel like it some nights, being able to open a can of food could save your life someday. Or at the very least, save you from being hangry.
Lifehack
Luckily, the YouTuber ‘The Crazy Russian Hacker’ has created a very instructive video showing how to open a can without a can opener. How do you do it? You’ll need a rough but flat surface like concrete or a sidewalk. Turn the can upside down and rub it quickly across the surface. Then, turn it around and press the can from both sides. If done correctly, the lid will pop right off. If not, try rubbing it again. You never know when you’ll need this trick to save your (or your cat’s) life.
In addition to this clever hack, there’s another smart way to open your can. This video shows you how to open a can with just a spoon: