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How to Handle an Egotistical Friend
Friends can be the greatest—except when they’re not. Being around an egotistical friend can make you feel like you can walk on water, but they may also come with drawbacks. For instance, they may go on and on about how great they are, make condescending a...
How to Change Your Pinterest Name on a PC or Mac
This wikiHow teaches you how to edit your Pinterest username when you’re on a computer. This is the part of your personal Pinterest URL that comes after “www.pinterest.com/”.
How to Brake on Ice
Winter driving requires extra patience and attention, especially for the uninitiated. Snowfall and ice can limit visibility and make for dangerous driving conditions. It’s much harder for tires to grip ice than pavement, especially if they don’t have the...
How to Treat Diarrhea in Parakeets
Diarrhea can occur in parakeets for many reasons. Your parakeet may be sick, upset, or stressed out. It is important to treat diarrhea in parakeets, since it can quickly lead to dangerous dehydration and may be a symptom of a serious underlying illness. S...
How to Unjam a Staple Gun
Using a staple gun is a great way to fire a lot of staples super quickly. But getting a staple jammed in the gun can really disrupt your flow, especially if you still have a lot left to staple. Fortunately, unjamming a staple gun isn’t hard, and you only...
How to Treat Chlamydiosis in Cockatiels
Chlamydiosis, also known as psittacosis or parrot fever, is a disease caused by bacteria that can severely impact pet birds if left untreated. Symptoms of infection can be harsh, including difficulty breathing, neurological problems, and behavioral change...
How to Cut Slots into Wood
Cutting slots in wood is often known as mortising, and it can be done with a drill press. You'll need to set up a fence guard on your drill press table to make sure you move your board straight. Attach a Forstner bit to the drill and set up the proper plu...
How to Fade Eyebrows
Eyebrows naturally start lighter near your nose and get darker towards the tail. When you fade your eyebrows, you’ll enhance this look. Fill in your brows with a subtle fade to achieve nice shape and lift. For a more dramatic look, make a more obvious gra...
How to Gradually Stop Breastfeeding
The benefits of breastfeeding increase the longer you do it, and the World Health Organization recommends breastfeeding up until your baby is 2 years old.[1] X Trustworthy Source World Health Organization Health information and news provided by th...
How to Reference in Numeric Style
Use numeric citations to simplify the paper-writing process and keep your citations organized. Use only one number for each source you cite, and repeat the number if you reference the source in multiple parts of the paper. Format the numbers in brackets o...
How to Wash Lycra
Lycra is a stretchy fiber common in lingerie and sportswear. Washing it properly involves limiting exposure to heat and stretching. Use low heat settings when machine washing the Lycra. To clean by hand, soak the Lycra in cold water and rub detergent int...
How to Move to the US Virgin Islands
Moving to the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) can be the adventure of a lifetime. You’ll have your choice of four amazing island options: St. Thomas, St. John, St. Croix, and Water Island. To make your move, decide on a date and book a shipping company for you...
How to Determine Why Your Period Is Late
Having a late period can be a stressful situation for any woman. Whether you're hoping for a pregnancy or wondering what the cause could be, finding the answer is essential for your mental and physical well-being. In addition to pregnancy, there are many...
How to Unfade Jeans
While faded jeans are a common fashion choice, there may circumstances in which you want to return your jeans to their original color. Luckily, you can unfade your jeans by re-dying them their original color. Instead of buying a whole new pair of jeans,...
How to Determine Benadryl Dosage for Dogs
Although Benadryl is primary used to counteract allergy symptoms in humans, the medication (or a generic version) can safely be given to dogs as well. Benadryl contains the drug diphenhydramine, which works as a mild sedative for dogs, and can also reduce...
How to Use Ginseng Root
Ginseng root is a popular herbal supplement that has been used for thousands of years to increase energy and boost the immune system. There are many different ways to consume ginseng. You can prepare fresh ginseng by brewing, infusing, or steaming a fresh...