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How to Disown Your Family
Is your family abusive, destructive or dysfunctional? The decision to disown your family isn't an easy one to make, but in some cases cutting ties is the best way to move forward from a painful past and protect yourself, your children and your property fr...
How to Stop Binge Eating
Binge eating disorder, also known as BED, was once considered a subcategory of an eating disorder. It is now recognized as a serious medical condition and eating disorder that can be life-threatening. It is the most common eating disorder in the United St...
How to Clean a Mascara Brush
A mascara brush, sometimes called a spoolie, is a vital tool in any makeup kit. Unfortunately, they can get gross pretty fast. Whether you’re just cleaning off excess clumps or trying to get rid of bacterial buildup, read on for some simple tips on how to...
How to Choose a Red Dress
Red is an undeniably head-turning color, which is why you want your red dress to look amazing when everyone turns to look. To find your dream red dress, experiment with what shapes and red hues suit your skin and body the best and head into the dressing r...
How to Pretend to Be Happy
While you don’t want to hide how you feel all the time, there may be moments or situations when you need to pretend to be happy. Smile and uncross your body to appear open and happy. Adjust your mood temporarily by listening to upbeat music and finding t...
How to Narrate
Whether you're narrating a book professionally or reading a poem out loud for class, how you deliver a story makes all the difference. You'll need to get comfortable with the material and understand what makes for a great, engaging narrative. Once you do...
How to Make Pottery
So you've got a set of plates, bowls, and cups that you love -- but it's even better to make your own in a process we call "pottery." Finding a cute set at the store is nice, but being able to put your own twist on objects you use every day is priceless -...
How to Wow Your Girlfriend
Even if your relationship is already strong, you might want new ways to say "I love you" without speaking a word. You might want to create a sudden jolt of excitement when your girlfriend sees that you're calling her or make her feel at home when she sees...
How to Make Flip Flops from a Yoga Mat
With just a glue gun and a pair of scissors, you can recycle an old yoga mat into a new pair of flip flops. Read on to find out how!
How to Find Any Term of an Arithmetic Sequence
An arithmetic sequence is any list of numbers that differ, from one to the next, by a constant amount. For example, the list of even numbers, 0 , 2 , 4 , 6 , 8...
How to Use Almost Any 35mm Film Camera
In the age of digital cameras, it may seem odd to instruct you how to use "obsolete" 35mm cameras. Still, there are many people out there who choose to shoot film for artistic (and other) reasons. And with digital eating up market share for nearly everyth...
How to Help a Betta Fish Live Longer
Also called Siamese Fighting Fish, bettas are very popular pets. They can be easy to care for, and, under the right circumstances, they can live for several years. Wild betta live, on average, two years. However, in captivity, with the right care, a betta...
How to Have a Relaxing Spa Day at Home
Having a spa day at home can be just as relaxing and beautifying as a day spent somewhere expensive. Pick a day when you won’t have any interruptions, turn off your mobile phone, and light some candles to set the scene.
Create a Google Profile: People Cards & Business Profiles
While Google no longer offers Profiles for most users, you can still create a Google People Card in some regions using Google's "Add Me to Google" feature. If you operate a business, you can create a Google Business Profile that lists your business's cont...
How to Take Care of Infection in Newly Pierced Ears
Infection is a minor risk with virtually every ear piercing, but one that can increase with unsanitary piercing practices and/or improper care following the piercing. Luckily, most infections caused by an ear piercing can be treated with easy home remedie...
How to Prepare for an Essay Exam
The dreaded essay exam. Whether you like it or not, at some point in your life you are certain to encounter an exam composed entirely of essays. In the days leading up to the exam you may feel anxious or downright sick to your stomach. Fortunately, with a...