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13 Signs of Manipulation and Control in a Relationship
Do you always feel emotionally drained? Does your partner constantly put you down or act like everything is always your fault? You might be in a controlling or manipulative relationship. These behaviors start subtly, so it's not always easy to tell when t...
How to Develop Your Baby's Brain
Babies are one of nature's most perfect learning machines. They absorb information with every passing second, and by engaging with them often, you can encourage the development of your baby's brain. Shower them with affection, and talk with them often. By...
How to Smoke a Cigarette Indoors Without Getting Caught
Smoking a cigarette indoors without getting caught comes down to controlling the amount of visible smoke in the air and covering the scent that the smoke leaves. There are a few ways to handle either the smoke or the scent, or even both. By being careful...
How to Fool Your Parents Into Thinking You're Good
All kids need to cut loose and learn independence by breaking their parents’ rules every now and then. But in order to get away with being “bad” from time to time, you should aim to be “good” the rest of the time; after all, your parents are more likely t...
How to Cut a Pineapple
The best-tasting parts of the pineapple are on the very edge of the fruit, so it is very important to get the cut right. First, wash the pineapple. Use a sharp chef's knife to lop off the top and bottom of the fruit. Stand the pineapple on one end, and ca...
How to Eat Like a Skinny Person
To be successful with weight loss or to maintain a healthy weight, you may want to consider adopting a lifestyle that will support your goal. Mimicking how any skinny person you know the dietary habits of may help you lose weight or stay skinny, if health...
How to Mop a Floor
Sweeping and vacuuming may keep your hardwood floors fairly clean, but you’ll eventually need to mop them to remove stubborn dirt and grime. Though the process may seem intimidating if you’ve never done it before, mopping a floor is actually quite easy an...
How to Doodle
Doodling is not only a great way to pass the time during a boring class, but it can help you improve your artistic skills and find your passion. As long as you relax and let your hand do the thinking, you'll be on your way to having original, funny, or ev...
How to Bowl an Outswinger in Cricket
The outswinger is one of cricket’s best attacking deliveries to both baffle and oust batsmen. In general, swing bowls utilize both the position of the ball’s seam and the varying smoothness of either side; the rougher side will encounter greater air resis...
How to Sing and Dance at the Same Time
Singing and dancing at the same time can be intimidating and daunting. Even if you have mastered the two separately, doing them in sync is a whole new experience. The combination requires proper breathing, stamina, and a lot of practice. Thankfully, there...
How to Deal With Friends Who Stab You in the Back
Having a trustworthy circle of friends is important to most people. However, there may come a time when you feel that one of your most beloved friends has stabbed you in the back. When this happens, it can be difficult to forgive and trust that person aga...
How to Get Over the Death of a Fictional Character
The death of a fictional character can feel shockingly upsetting and real. Even though the character isn’t a real person, you still can feel incredibly close to them. When your favorite character dies, it’s normal to go through a process of sadness and re...
How to Vomit Without Making a Mess
Vomiting isn't a pleasant experience. Everyone vomits, whether they have a virus, food poisoning, or are nervous or traveling. It just feels good to let it out. It may taste bad and stuff, but after cleaning up and getting organized after emptying your st...
How to Become a Masseuse or Massage Therapist
Massage therapy helps millions of people cope with physical ailments, sore muscles, and emotional distress. If you have a gift for giving a wonderful massage, becoming a professional massage therapist could be a great career opportunity and a way to truly...
How to Play on the PlayStation 2
If you've recently purchased a PlayStation 2 console, or you've been given one as a gift, you might not know how to use it yet. The PlayStation 2 is very fun once you get it up and running, here's how to do just that.
Celebrate Towel Day
A little over 42 years ago, Douglas Adams introduced the world to his Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (HGTTG)—and the place hasn't been the same since. After the author's untimely death on May 11, 2001, his fans proposed a memorial to take place 2 weeks...