How To
How to Identify and Nurture Your Child's Talents
Everyone is born with their own unique talents and abilities. Discovering your child's particular abilities and interests early on can help you better support them inside the classroom and out of it. If you're not sure where exactly to start, don't worry....
How to Prepare for a Beach Trip
A beach trip can be a ton of fun and very relaxing. A poorly planned trip, though, can turn into a pain—literally, if you forget to pack sunscreen. As fun as going to the beach can be, it does take some planning ahead in order to have the best trip possi...
How to Tell Your Guy Friend You're in Love with Him
If you’ve been friends with a guy for a while, you might start to feel those little butterflies of romantic love when you’re around him. Telling a close friend that you love him can be a scary experience, since it’s possible that he doesn’t feel the same...
How to Avoid Being Punished with Bad Grades
Bad grades can be a disappointment for many parents. Your parents want you to succeed academically and may be frustrated or let down if you bring home a bad report card. However, punishment is not usually an effective means of bringing your grades up.[1]...
How to Compliment Someone & Brighten Their Day
Compliments are a great way to break the ice and make others feel good, but how can you craft a genuine message that doesn’t sound cliché? We interviewed dating coach Candice Mostisser to find out the best ways to show admiration and respect toward someon...
How to Appear Productive When You're Not Really Doing Anything
On some work days, it's tempting to just lounge around and do nothing. Often, the key to success is pretending like you're doing something else. If you're ready to learn all the tips and hacks to fooling your colleagues, read on.
How to Safely Carry a Lot of Money
Whether you're traveling outside the country or on your way to conduct a substantial cash purchase, you may at some point need to carry around a large sum of cash. This can be intimidating, as you may inevitably worry about others realizing you have that...
How to Visit a Nudist Resort or Beach
Maybe you have often thought about visiting a nudist resort, but you haven't worked up the nerve. Going to a nude beach can be a very liberating and healthy experience. There are many steps you can take to make sure you have a positive experience. With th...
How to Make a Protein Shake
Protein shakes are a vital component to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, especially if you work out often or have an active lifestyle. A protein shake is a great and quick way to get the vital nutrients your body needs to recover and stay healthy. You can...
How to Bellydance Like Shakira
Colombian pop star Shakira is known for her effortless belly dancing in music videos and live performances. She takes traditional belly dancing moves and adds her own flare, making the moves that much more entertaining and sexy. To belly dance like Shakir...
How to Fake an Ankle Sprain
There are many reasons to fake a sprained ankle. Most people might want to get out of school or something similar. You should probably not try to fake a sprain for this reason, in case you get found out and also because it's wrong to lie like that. If you...
How to Perform the Heimlich Maneuver
If someone is choking, it's important you know what to do to help. The Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts) is an emergency response technique that can save a life in seconds. It is a simple action that will often dislodge food or another object from a p...
How to Encourage a Parent to Drink Less Alcohol
Seeing a parent drinking too much alcohol can be a troubling and confusing experience. Especially if your parent's drinking problem is ongoing, you likely want to take an active role in ending your parent's excessive alcohol intake. When trying to help a...
The Best Way to Clean Shoes in the Washing Machine and by Hand
No matter what kind of lifestyle you lead, your shoes will inevitably get dirty. Luckily, a simple cleaning and toss in the washing machine can remove excess dirt and grime, leaving them looking brand new! In this article, we’ll take you through the proce...
How to Be Less Perverted
If you feel you are perverted, you may feel ashamed for the thoughts and actions you have regarding sex. You may feel shame due to religious or spiritual beliefs or due to your relationship status (such as being in a monogamous relationship or marriage)....
How to Sand Hardwood Floors
Many people dream of having stunning wooden flooring in their homes, which may mean restoring the hardwood flooring they currently have. You'll need to sand the flooring as part of this project, but it is more time consuming and difficult than most people...