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How to Play Volleyball Like a Star
No matter what, volleyball is the most fun sport in the world. And though it's fun watching the pros playing, we can't help but turn green with jealousy thinking "I want to be a star like them." With hard work, you can.
How to Dilate or Shrink Your Pupils on Command
What's the secret to giving someone the "evil eye" or "bedroom eyes"? It's all in the size of your pupils, believe it or not. Scientists have actually studied how the way we feel about the things we see affects the size of our pupils (welcome to the world...
How to Predict the Future by Interpreting Your Dreams
Have you ever had a strange dream? Did you feel, deep down, that it was telling you something? Maybe it even showed you the future? Some people think that dreams can predict the future – prophecies, or sometimes called “precognitive dreams.” Whether or no...
How to Treat Poison Sumac
Poison sumac grows in wet, wooded areas primarily in the southeastern and northern United States. The associated rash is an allergic reaction to the urushiol oil of the poison sumac plant. When the oil comes in contact with your skin, it triggers itchy re...
How to Start a Good Conversation
Starting a conversation with someone is probably one of the hardest parts of communication. You may find that you can talk to some people instantly, while talking to others is like pulling teeth. But don't worry -- there are a few universal tricks that wi...
How to Enjoy Spicy Foods
If you didn't grow up eating spicy foods regularly, you might be really sensitive to foods containing hot chilies and other spices. That's because, over time, you can build up a tolerance to spice, which is why some people can eat really hot foods, while...
How to Lose 5 Pounds in 5 Days
Although very quick weight loss in short periods of time isn't the healthiest or even always possible, that doesn't mean you can't lose enough weight in 5 days to boost your confidence a bit or help your clothes fit a little better. With the right diet ch...
How to Look and Feel Well at School when You're Sick
Going to class can be tricky under the best of circumstances. Going to school when you’re under the weather can feel like a torturous experience. Everyone will have to attend school when they're sick at least once in their life, so learning how to do it w...
How to Do a Surface Dive
Diving down towards the bottom of a pool (or other body of water) doesn't have to involve diving boards or even getting out of the water! This article explains how to do a surface dive, which is a dive from the surface of the water to the bottom of the po...
How to Treat Athlete's Foot
Experts agree that athlete's foot can often be treated at home with over-the-counter remedies. It's caused by a fungus that can infect the skin and thrives in wet, warm places. If you notice a scaly rash that itches or burns or that seems to be spreading...
How to Treat Athlete's Foot
Experts agree that athlete's foot can often be treated at home with over-the-counter remedies. It's caused by a fungus that can infect the skin and thrives in wet, warm places. If you notice a scaly rash that itches or burns or that seems to be spreading...
How to Make a Guthook Knife from an Old Saw Blade
Old saw blades can be recycled into knives if you have the right equipment and enough time. This step-by-step tutorial will show you how to make a guthook knife out of a saw blade from start to finish. Only experts should attempt to carry out these steps,...
How to Wrap Your Dog's Tail in a Bandage
There may come a time when your dog suffers from an injury known as “happy tail,” which occurs when a dog injures their tail while wagging it.[1] X Research source [2] X Expert Source Natalie Punt, DVMVeterinarian Expert Intervie...
How to Tell when You Are Straining Your Eyes
Tired eyes, visual fatigue, digital eye strain (or computer vision syndrome) and asthenopia are all terms for eye strain. Eye strain occurs when your eyes become fatigued from overuse. It may be symptomatic of an underlying problem. Symptoms of eye strain...
How to Prepare Yourself for Visiting Someone in Hospital
If you're planning on visiting someone in the hospital, you may be feeling anxious, confused, or helpless about that individual's condition. You may even be fearful of seeing that person in a state of illness or incapacity. All of these feelings are norma...
How to Act Silly with Your Girlfriend
Being silly with your girlfriend can make her laugh and strengthen your bond as a couple. If you want to be silly with your girlfriend, try to do spontaneous stuff that will make her laugh. Aim for positive and lighthearted ways to be silly together and a...