How To
How to Memorize Math and Physics Formulas
One of the hardest things about learning math and physics is keeping all the formulas you need straight in your head. Don't worry! There are a few ways that you can memorize the formulas you need. Using a mnemonic device can help you recall the formulas....
How to Play Spades with 2 or 4 Players
Spades is a pulse-pounding, cooperative card game, where players bet on and try to win individual rounds, or “tricks.” It’s best played with 4 people (but can be played with only 2), so gather a few friends and grab a standard deck of 52 cards. We’ll show...
How to Block Shots in Basketball Like a Pro
Because basketball is a high-speed sport with a lot of scoring, a skilled shotblocker can mean the difference between a team's defeat or victory. Blocking your opponents' shots constantly will have a negative psychological effect on their morale. Even if...
How to Solve Mixture Word Problems
Mixture word problems involve creating a mixture from two ingredients. A common type of problem is creating a solution of a certain strength, such as a 20% saline solution, from two solutions of varying strengths. Since these are multi-step problems invol...
How to Write a Journal Entry
Keeping a journal allows you to record what’s happening in your life and to work through your thoughts and feelings. Sometimes, you might write a journal for school to help you deepen your understanding of what you’re studying. Fortunately, writing a jour...
How to Make a Facial Mask
Facial masks can help your face go from dry and dull to soft and bright, and you can make your own using basic household ingredients. Learn how to make four different types of masks: a pore-minimizing mask, a moisturizing mask, an acne-soothing mask and a...
How to Get Easy Cash on Gran Turismo 4
This article will show you how to get some easy cash in Gran Turismo 4. This should even work for people with close to 0% game complete! Note that you will need National A and B licenses to achieve this.
How to Save a Penalty
Penalties are awarded in soccer (association football) when a player from one team is unfairly stopped (i.e. Is pushed over, pulled back, brought down unfairly, etc) from having a clear goal-scoring opportunity by the rival team in their own penalty area....
How to Kick Out a Dangerous Roommate
If your roommate is violent or temperamental, you need to be careful when kicking them out of your home. Kicking out a dangerous roommate involves careful planning and awareness of your legal rights as far as your rental agreement goes. Then, depending on...
How to Be Lovable
Making yourself open to other people, learning to be vulnerable, and validating yourself rather than seeking validation are all key components to drawing the love of other people. This is not something that's going to happen overnight, but the more you pr...
How to Get Your Adult Children to Move Out
Are you frustrated because your kids are grown up and old enough to be self-sufficient, yet they're still living with you? Is your home starting to feel like a free hotel? If you've decided it's time for one or more of your children to leave the nest, but...
How to Crop an Image with Microsoft Paint
This wikiHow teaches you how to trim a photo using Microsoft Paint.
How to Make Your Parents Stop Treating You Like a Kid
It can be super frustrating when your parents won't stop treating you like a kid. Maybe the curfew they set for you feels way too early for your age, or they won't let you do anything on your own without supervision. The good news is there are a lot of ea...
How to Make a New Bar of Soap from Used Bars of Soap
If you want to delve into the world of soap making, but are too afraid to work with lye, consider making a new bar of soap using old bars of soap. This is a great way to learn the basics of soap making and experiment with additions, such as oatmeal and es...
How to Darken Your Skin
We all yearn for a golden tan from time to time. There are numerous methods of tanning, and many factors come into play when choosing your ideal way to get a bronzy glow. If you live in a seasonal climate, the sunny outdoors won't always be available for...
How to Brush Your Teeth With Braces On
Regular brushing and flossing is still super important when you have braces, but it can be a bit awkward at first if you've never done it before. Fortunately, by making a few minor adjustments to your normal brushing and flossing routine, you'll be used t...