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How to Find a True Friend
True friendship is one of the deepest relationships you can have with another person. A true friend is there for you through thick and thin - they'll laugh with you, they'll cry with you, they'll bail you out of jail if necessary. Here are some ideas on...
How to Deal With Rude People
You will inevitably have to deal with mean or rude people throughout your life. Whether it’s a complete stranger at the grocery store, your roommate, or a coworker, there will always be someone who gets on your nerves. There are different strategies to ad...
How to Destroy Sensitive Documents
Every month you receive some kind of document with sensitive information. This could be a bank statement, credit card statement, pay stub, or a receipt. Maybe you work for a government agency or company dealing with secret information. Throwing these pape...
How to Eat Pistachios
The pistachio can seem like a hard nut to crack. Each nut is encased within a hard, sturdy shell. If there is a crack along one edge of the shell, use your fingernails or the half-shell of another pistachio to wedge the nut all the way open from the crack...
How to Care for Your Box Turtle
Box turtles are small land-based turtles that can close up their shell completely. They're fascinating, independent little creatures and they should only be cared for by adults or very responsible kids. Their needs are complex, and – being reptiles – the...
How to Play Ping Pong (Table Tennis)
Table tennis, also known as ping-pong, is an exciting sport that can be played by two or four players. Even recreational players can relatively quickly become highly skilled; ping pong at the professional level is truly a sight to behold. This article p...
How to Be a Good Friend to a Guy
Guys often tend to be less expressive than females, so it can be hard to know how to build a close, supportive friendship. However, guys are often very loyal to the people they do choose as their friends, so it's worth putting the time in when you find so...
How to Be a Fabulous Diva
From Jessica Simpson to Paris Hilton, to Mariah Carey, or even Beyoncé, these celebrities each have their own ways of being fabulous. Now you can learn how to be like one of these famous divas while still being your fabulous self. Being a diva is benefici...
How to Make String & Beaded Friendship Bracelets
Friendship bracelets are pretty, customizable, and super fun to make! You can put together the sparkliest beads or shiniest threads for yourself or a friend—the options are truly endless. In this article, we’ll teach you how to make woven and beaded frien...
How to Write Instructions
A set of instructions should help a reader accomplish a task quickly, efficiently, and successfully. It's important to provide every detail. Omissions or mistakes may frustrate a reader. Use the following guidelines to help you write a set of instructions...
How to Deal With Abusive Parents
Child abuse, although common, is a serious issue and can be life-threatening. If you or someone you know is dealing with abusive parents it is crucial to get help (both immediate and long-term), to keep yourself safe, and to work toward coping in healthy...
How to Make Sims Nude in Sims 2
You see your Sims get naked to bathe - or if they're bold, get into a hot tub. But have you ever wondered if you could keep them that way? The answer is yes - so if you so wish, you can set up a nudist colony of Sims. All you need is a cheat code, or the...
How to Appear Like a Smart Girl at School
This guide will cover mainly physical appearance plus tips and advice on how to act in school. A smart girl can have the world at her feet if she works hard for her goals. This article assumes that you are already a smart girl and want the world to know i...
How to Cope With Having No Friends
Having meaningful friendships is an asset in life, but in some chapters you might find yourself without any close friends. If this describes your current situation, you can learn to cope by practicing self-compassion and becoming more comfortable being al...
How to Clear a Clogged Drain with Vinegar
If you've noticed standing water in your tub or your kitchen sink draining slowly, you probably have a clogged drain. Fortunately, if caught early you can clear a clogged drain using common household items. Vinegar, baking soda, borax, and lots of hot wat...
How to Create an Abstract Painting
How many times have you looked at an abstract painting and heard someone say, "I could do that!"? While abstract painting looks easy to some, it can actually be more challenging than traditional or classical painting. This is because abstract art defies r...