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How to Fix a Wobbling Ceiling Fan
A wobbling ceiling fan is loud, unsightly, and dangerous if not dealt with properly. Luckily, however, you do not need to call in the handyman to get your fan balanced and happy. All you need is a screwdriver, a yardstick, and some light weights (such as...
How to Buy Something Without Your Parent's Permission
Do you want something that your parents just won’t say yes to, or you don’t even want to ask them because you know they’ll say no? Even if you have your own money, there might be some things your parents won’t give permission for you to buy. Learn how to...
How to Have a Great Relationship with Your Boyfriend
Relationships can be extremely rewarding and a source of joy. However, relationships are also challenging and take a lot of work. You and your boyfriend may really care about one another, but your relationship may not be where you want it to be. Learn how...
How to Draw a Person's Face
There’s an old adage in art that the human face is the most interesting landscape of them all. If you want to explore your creative side and improve your drawing skills, drawing a face is great way to go! In this article, we’ll break down the mechanics wh...
How to Create a Super Hero
Have you ever wanted to create the next Spider-man, Superman, or Batman? Creating a superhero can be a fun way to build a story and a character to write about. Even if you only have a few ideas at first, you can take those small ideas and make them into s...
How to Fix an Ignition Key That Doesn't Turn
If you slide the key into your ignition but can’t turn it, you may be scratching your head trying to figure out what’s going on. While there are a bunch of different potential causes here, the good news is that most of the solutions are really easy to tes...
How to Pet a Rabbit
Rabbits are gentle and friendly creatures that can make wonderful pets. They are, however, nervous creatures that require a lot of care before they will get comfortable with you. Petting your rabbit for the first few times is a process designed to gain hi...
How to Peel a Garlic Clove
Peeling a garlic clove isn't that difficult. Depending on whether or not you want full or chopped cloves, there are a variety of ways to peel a nice head of garlic.
How to Hand Train a Parakeet
Parakeets are very smart animals and if you have one, you will probably want to train it to be your friend. The first step is to hand train it or have it comfortably perch on your index finger. Once your parakeet is fully hand trained you’ll be able to ca...
How to Weld
Welding is the process of using electrical current to superheat and melt metal so that you can join two pieces of metal together. There are several ways to weld, but the two most popular ways to weld at home include gas metal arc welding, or MIG welding,...
How to Stop Yourself from Crying
It's normal to cry when you're stressed or sad, but if you are in a situation in which you don't want to cry or be seen crying, there are ways to stop. To do so, you can make physical or mental changes to shift your attention away from whatever is upsetti...
How to Survive Gym Class
Gym class is often one of school's more intimidating experiences. But a large part of what makes it so is your attitude toward it. Focusing on the positive and actually taking part can immediately turn phys ed into something to be enjoyed. Knowing how to...
How to Help a Friend
Friends rely on each other in times of need, but sometimes it can be hard to know how to help a friend. If you have a friend who is struggling with emotional issues or another serious problem, start by talking with them about it. You can also help your fr...
How to Help a Depressed Friend
Depression is a serious medical condition that affects many people. If you have a friend who is suffering from depression and you’re wondering what you can do to help, look no further. There are several ways that you can help a depressed friend or loved o...
How to Convince Yourself That You Can Do Something
Is there something that you know you should be doing? Maybe it's earning a college degree, completing a book report or dropping a few extra pounds. You feel strongly about doing this, but, for some reason, you just don't believe that you can. Learn how to...
How to Cut a Grapefruit
A grapefruit is a tasty citrus fruit that can be enjoyed on its own or in a variety of salads or beverages. You can cut a grapefruit in a variety of ways, whether you want to slice it, section it, or enjoy it inside its own half. If you want to know how t...