How To
How to Really Listen to Music
Listening to music in the background while you work or study can help you relax, but really listening to music can help you expand your mind and appreciate music on a deeper level. Active listening takes practice, but lucky for you, we’re here to outline...
How to Practice Sushi Etiquette
If you’re new to sushi or not acquainted with Japanese customs, stepping into a sushi restaurant can be a daunting experience. Proper etiquette is easy to learn by observing other patrons and asking the staff for help. Use chopsticks or your fingers to pi...
How to Avoid Laughing at Your Own Jokes
Have you ever spoiled a joke by laughing? Do you struggle to get through your jokes without rolling on the floor? Whether you are telling casual jokes to family and friends or getting on stage before an audience, controlling your laughter is an important...
How to Maintain Romance
Whether you are married or in a long-term relationship, keeping the romance fresh and alive can be a challenging task. With demanding work schedules, romance often suffers, which can have catastrophic consequences for your relationship. Maintaining the ro...
How to Include References on a Resume
Many potential employers ask for a list of references in a job application or at the end of a job interview. That’s why it’s a good idea to have a list of references handy when you’re applying for a new job.
How to Mend a Relationship with Your Sibling
If you are having problems with a brother or sister, you are not alone. It can be difficult to get along with a brother or sister all the time. But breaking old patterns with your siblings and learning to communicate better can lead to an entirely new and...
How to Make New Towels More Absorbent
Fluffy, fresh towels feel great when you dry off with with them, but often they seem to just be moving water around your body instead of soaking it in. This is because towels at the store have often been treated with fabric softeners, which have water-rep...
How to Ask Someone to Prom
Asking someone to prom (also known as "Promposing") can be both exciting and scary. If you've picked the person you know you want to go to prom with, but have no idea how to ask them, don't worry! You can learn some proposing basics, discover some great w...
How to Become a Singer Even if Your Parents Don't Want You to
You love to sing and you’re good at it, too! You know this is what you want to do for the rest of your life, but maybe your parents don’t quite agree. Don’t abandon your dream just yet, though. There are lots of things you can do to become a singer on you...
4 Quick Ways to Create a 3D Object in Microsoft Word
In Microsoft Word, you can create charts and graphs, add media, and draw and format shapes. You can make 3D objects from an online library, your own local files, or from 2D drawings. This wikiHow will show you how to create a 3D object in Microsoft Word u...
How to Resize iFrames in HTML
iFrames let you embed external content, such as YouTube videos, advertisements, and content from other sites into your own web page. You can easily resize iFrames using HTML and/or CSS, and even make them resizable so they'll adjust automatically based on...
How to Say No Respectfully
Like most people, your natural instinct is probably to help others when you can. But sometimes, you just need to say “no.” Whether you're declining an invitation to a party or turning down a new project at work, you can say no while still being respectful...
How to Look Busy at Work Without Really Working
You work hard most of the time, but every once in awhile you need to look busy when you’re actually slacking off. This is especially necessary when you get your workload done quickly and have some extra time to kill. You don’t want your boss to see you wa...
How to Write Your Own Last Will and Testament
A last will and testament is a legal document that dictates what happens to your possessions and assets once you pass away. A testator (a person making a last will) must make sure that the document fulfills a number of legal requirements. In the case of c...
How to Sleep Comfortably in a Car
If you've ever done a massive road trip, thought hotels were way too expensive, or wanted to save on rent, you've probably had the urge to call your car home. Whether it's a long day or a long year, sleeping in your car comfortably can be a valuable life...
How to Improve the Design of any Paper Airplane
Transforming a spare piece of paper into a flying machine feels amazing. Your plane though may crash or stall before it makes significant progress. Knowing how to make a basic paper airplane doesn’t guarantee that the plane will fly, but by understanding...