How To
How to Politely Ask a Celebrity for an Autograph or Photo
It’s always a thrill to encounter a celeb, whether it’s at an official event or out and about. And it’s tempting to rush in and ask for their signature, or to pose for a photo, but before you do, keep in mind that celebrities are people like anyone else,...
How to Write a Good Joke
One of the best ways to make people laugh is by telling a joke or a funny story. Studies show that jokes and laughter can decrease stress and ease tension.[1] X Trustworthy Source Mayo Clinic Educational website from one of the world's leading hos...
How to Drive a Car
Learning how to drive is a lot easier than it looks. It looks intimidating from the passenger's seat, or in films, but once you get behind the wheel and gently put your foot on the pedal, the process becomes very intuitive. Learn to take things slow in th...
How to Say Hello in Different Languages
If you want to say "hello" to everyone on the planet, you would have to learn at least 2,796 languages and greet at least 7 billion people. It could be really handy if you are traveling or just want to know someone from a different culture. Here are some...
How to Do a Cartwheel
The cartwheel is a basic gymnastics skill that will strengthen your upper body and help you work your way up to more advanced moves. To learn how to cartwheel, you’ll need to find a safe environment in which you can practice placing your hands and feet in...
How to Gamble With a Chance of Winning
Whether you're visiting Las Vegas or just having a night out at your local casino, gambling can be an exhilarating game of chance. Usually, the odds aren't in your favor, but it is possible to increase your chances of winning. Play games with the least am...
How to Accept Compliments
Congratulations! You've earned somebody's respect and admiration. What do you say to that? If you're flustered by praise, it's time to learn how to take a compliment at face value and appreciate the sentiment. Refuse the urge to put yourself down or minim...
How to Squelch Malicious Gossip
Hate that people are saying things about you behind your back? Stop it now. This article explains exactly how you can squelch malicious gossip at work, in school, within your own family or absolutely anywhere else. Get started at step number one below.
How to Deal With Family Members That Dislike Your Spouse
It is very difficult when you have people you love who don’t get along. In this case, you are caught in the middle between your spouse and your family. You may feel loyalty to both parties and guilty that they can’t develop a good relationship with each o...
How to Create a Secure Password
For almost every account that you make online, you are required to make a secure password. Choosing one that's difficult for others to figure out requires the creation of unlikely letter and number combinations. Fortunately, crafting hard-to-crack and eas...
How to Write a High School President Speech
Campaigning for school president is an exciting opportunity to build your leadership skills and bring change to your school. If you want to win the presidency, you’ll need to give a persuasive campaign speech to get people to vote for you. To make your sp...
How to See if He's the One
Although it's easy to think your guy is the one, it's hard to know for sure. To see if you're serious about him – and if he's worth it – read these tips and strategies.
How to Bathe an Infant
Bathing a newborn for the first time can be a little daunting. It is important to keep babies safe and cozy, especially during their first few months, and that's tricky to do during bathtime. With the right supplies and a bit of practice, bathing your chi...
How to Get Rid of Raccoons
Raccoons are cute to watch on TV, but they're not so cute when they leave your trash strewn all over your backyard. The good news is that you can use humane techniques to get rid of raccoons around your house. Make your trash cans unattractive or impossib...
How to Remove Stubborn Ring Around the Collar
Stains around the collar are a common problem, the result of a buildup of sweat and natural oils. You can combat these stains easily if you know the right tricks to use. The main key is prevention, but you can reclaim most shirts, no matter how stained. J...
How to Get Wax Out of a Jar Candle
After a jar candle has burned to the end of its usefulness, you're still left with the glass jar. Whether you want to reuse it or recycle it, that wax has got to come out somehow! Here are a few simple methods for removal of the wax; choose the method tha...