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How to Blur Your Lipstick
The blurred lipstick trend appeared on the runways several seasons ago and the look is still going strong. The effect is achieved by creating an intentionally soft focus lip, without the definition that lipstick and lip liners typically produce. After mut...
How to Crochet the Camel Stitch
The camel stitch gives the look of a knit garment using a crochet hook. You can use this stitch for hats, scarves, sweaters, blankets, or anything else that you want to create a knit look. To do the camel stitch, you will need to know some basic crochet t...
How to Evaluate if Your Friendships Are Healthy
Friendships are an important part of a healthy, fulfilling life. Knowing whether or not your friendships are healthy is a key part of maintaining positivity and connection in your life. Honesty, equal investment, balance, and trustworthiness are all impor...
How to Be an Effective Leader Using Narrative Psychology
Narrative psychology can help you define your role as a leader by helping you create an empowering personal narrative. A mindful approach to your own past can allow you to understand how your past experiences have influenced who you are today. You can the...
How to Play with Your Num Noms
If you don't know what Num Noms are, they're little toy creatures that resemble food and smell so delicious! It's a recipe for mischief with so many wacky flavor and food options. Mix and match your Nums (squishy ones) and Noms (can be motorized, lip glos...
How to Make Confetti Poppers
Confetti poppers are an exciting addition to surprises and special occasions. They are an colorful, exuberant way of celebrating a countdown, like on New Year's, or the fulfillment of an important ceremony, like after weddings or a graduation. You can mak...
How to Determine Why an Autistic Child Acts Aggressive
It can be worrisome and confusing when an autistic child lashes out. Autistic children are not inherently aggressive, and just because a child acts aggressively now doesn't mean that they will be this way forever. Here is how to figure out why a child act...
How to Hula Hoop to Lose Weight
In recent years, hula hoops have become popular workout tools for adults. Not only are they cheap and easy to use, but they also provide a fun way to burn calories, strengthen core muscles, trim your waistline, and even improve constipation![1] X Trus...
How to Respond when Someone Dislikes Your Handmade Gift
Hours of hard work went into crafting, baking, painting, or designing a special gift--only to have the receiver respond with “What’s this?” or “This reminds you of me…how?” It can be humiliating or heart-breaking to put time, effort, and creativity into a...
How to Bond with a Shy Dog
To bond with a shy dog, you should encourage them to be comfortable and confident. Create a regular routine and stick to it to reduce the dog’s stress. Be a calming presence, but avoid rewarding shy behavior by coddling them. Train the dog to build their...
How to Get Sober in an Unsupportive Environment
Trying to get sober in an unsupportive environment is challenging at best. When others don't understand your journey, give you resistance about quitting, or don't encourage you to get clean, you may find yourself going back to your old and dangerous ways....
How to Navigate the Holidays During Pregnancy
Congratulations, you’re expecting a baby! The holidays can be an especially joyful and hectic time for any person. If you’re pregnant, you may have these feelings even more as you and others anticipate the arrival of your baby. Navigating the joys and str...
How to Vacation in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is a popular Caribbean destination for travelers around the world. The island’s central location in the Caribbean and its status as a United States territory make it a desirable location to visit. Thus, there are a wide variety of options for...
How to Avoid Sadness by Staying Busy
When you're sad, you may feel lost and unfocused. Staying busy can help you feel happier and less idle. Make sure that the things that you choose to keep you busy are less stressful and more enjoyable. Don't focus all your time on work, school, or care...
How to Deal with Abscesses on Newly Born Puppies
Newly born puppies face a variety of challenges in their first days and weeks of life. One somewhat common challenge is the growth of infections and abscesses. If untreated, abscesses can be a serious malady and threaten the life of newly born puppies. Ho...
How to Make Baking Soda Snow
Did your family miss out on a white Christmas this year? Are you having an unseasonably warm winter? Or do you live in the tropics and covet the chance to play in snow? This can be easily remedied by making fake snow with baking soda! There are a number o...