How To
How to Make a Banana Milkshake
With a few ingredients, a banana milkshake is easy to make and is super satisfying. It can be made in minutes. What's not to like?! Now the question is, with dairy or without?
How to Find Out Someone's Name That You Have Forgotten
Forgetting someone's name can be awkward, but it doesn't have to result in embarrassment. It's a very common situation to find oneself in - it's probably happened to everyone at one time or another. A psychological study suggests that a person's name is t...
How to Find the Mode of a Set of Numbers
In statistics, the mode of a set of numbers is the number that appears most often in the set. A data set does not necessarily have to have only one mode - if two or more values are "tied" for being the most common, the set can be said to be bimodal or mul...
How to Stop Obsessing over Disturbing Thoughts
Disturbing thoughts, also known as intrusive thoughts, are common and normal in most cases, but they may be confusing or distressful. Some people become obsessed with these thoughts and have a hard time moving past them. If you think that you've developed...
How to Help Someone Who Is Having a Seizure
When someone is having a seizure, they may experience involuntary uncontrollable muscle spasms with twitching and jerking limbs, changes in behavior, or lack of awareness. If you've never witnessed a seizure, you might be shocked, confused, scared, or wor...
How to Disguise Yourself As a Boy or Girl
There are many reasons you might want to disguise yourself as a boy or girl. It's normal to want to know what it feels like to be someone of the opposite gender or to feel gender fluid. When you want to convince someone you're a different gender, it's hel...
How to Stretch Your Calves
If you're about to head out for a run, ball game, or similar activity, don't leave without doing your calf stretches! Stretching your calf muscles is essential to prevent injuries if you're going to be doing just about any vigorous activity. Or, if you ha...
How to Pick Up Litter
Litter is a threat to wildlife and public health. If you want to make a difference in your community, take it upon yourself to pick up trash and waste around your city. Choose a location that you feel is most affected by litter. Then, gather the necessary...
How to Play Kickball
Kickball is a great, easy to play game that is appropriate for all age groups. The rules are similar to baseball, but you use a rubber ball about the size of a soccer ball. You can play the game indoors or outdoors, so it is perfect for anytime of year as...
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...