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16 Science-Backed Ways to Get Rid of a Hangover Faster
Everyone has had a night where they drank a little too much and woke up the next morning with a headache and a whole lot of regrets. For some of us, it’s nausea and a churning stomach. For others, it’s a pounding headache and an aversion to loud voices an...
How to Permanently Remove Files from Your Hard Drive
Simply putting files in the trash and emptying it leaves them on your hard drive in a form that is fairly easy to recover. This solution is free, and requires only a bit of time and access to an internet source. Follow some simple steps given below and r...
How to Exercise Your Eyes
We all know how important it is to keep our bodies fit by keeping active and maintaining a regular exercise routine. But, did you know that you can exercise your eyes as well? Eye exercises are designed to strengthen your eye muscles, improve focusing, ey...
Filling Out a Money Order: Everything You Need to Know
Money orders are a great way to get money where it needs to go quickly—but the front has a lot of blanks and can be confusing at first. What information do you need to fill out and where do you sign? Read on to find out exactly how to fill out a money ord...
How to Fix a Hole in Drywall: Filling Nail Holes, Patching Large Holes & More
If you have a hole in your wall or ceiling, you may be frustrated by the difficulty of fixing it so that you don't notice the repair. But don’t worry! Repairing holes in drywall to look very good can be simple with a little know-how, the right tools, and...
How to Clean a Refrigerator
Your fridge is probably the largest appliance in your kitchen, but you probably don't give much thought to cleaning it like you do your countertops and other surfaces—unless you spill something. But a clean fridge is more energy-efficient and will last lo...
Installation Guide: How to Remove and Replace an Old Car Stereo
Installing a new car stereo can often be simple enough to do yourself, and this article will provide you with a general guide on how to do it. Keep in mind that some cars and systems are more complicated than others and that every car and stereo system wi...
DIY Beaded Necklace Tutorial
Creating your own jewelry is a fun activity for all ages! We're here to walk you through how to create a beautiful beaded necklace with just a few materials and a bit of creativity. Let's get started. This article is partially based on an interview with...
The Ultimate Guide to Creating a Secret Note Square
Want to fold a note in a compact and unique way? Folding a piece of paper into a secret note square is very fun and easy, and is a simple way to pass the time in class. Secret note squares are a great way to pass along a secret message to one of your frie...
How to Make a Sling Shot
Slingshots are versatile little devices. Throughout the years, they’ve been used for everything from hunting small game to target practice in the backyard. Their dimensions and mechanics tend to vary, since they can be made from any number of different ma...
How to Sew a Pillow for Beginners
Pillows are a cheap and easy project, whether you're a beginner at sewing or an expert. Throw pillows can freshen up your room or work as a great last-minute gift idea. Even better, you can make a throw pillow or a bed pillow with or without a sewing mach...
How to Respond to a Job Performance Review
Performance reviews at work can be a frightening, nerve-wracking experience, especially if you find out during one that your supervisor isn't happy with the work you've been doing. Even worse than the review itself, however, can be the days after it — dec...
How to Quit Smoking by Using an Allen Carr Book
Reading Allen Carr's The Easy Way to Stop Smoking can be a positive experience if you're looking to end your relationship with tobacco. The book, written by a former chain-smoker, has sold 15 million copies in its 30 years on the market. The techniques Ca...
How to Get Relief from Sudden Morning Back Aches
Morning backaches are a common issue that can be caused by a number of factors, including your sleep habits, your physical health, and other back related issues that tend to get worse overnight. You can get relief from sudden morning backaches by making a...
How to Wire an Electric Dryer
Modern appliances require 4 conductor cord sets (separate conductors or wires for line 1, line 2, ground and neutral). Generally, this setup is safer, because the current-carrying neutral is not connected to the dryer case. However, it is useless if the w...
How to Stop Laughing at Inappropriate Times
Although laughing at inappropriate times can be embarrassing, it’s actually a natural reaction for some people when they’re facing a highly stressful situation. This could be because laughter makes you feel better about what’s happening, even if it’s a ba...