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How to Put Your Hair up With Chopsticks
Putting up your hair with chopsticks is a popular style that women have loved for centuries. In fact, hair sticks have been discovered amid the ruins of multiple ancient cultures, including Egypt, China, Greece, Turkey and Japan. It's been theorized that...
How to Make a Homemade Fishing Rod
Store-bought fishing rods can be very expensive. For the casual fisher, it might be more cost-effective to make your own. You can make a homemade fishing rod from bamboo cane, some PVC pipes, or even a simple stick!
How to Participate in Class
Many teachers or courses now assign a participation grade to students. Participating in class can not only improve your grade but also show your teacher that you are a good student. Speaking up shows you care about the class and are interested in the mate...
How to Build a Japanese Garden
Japanese gardens are renowned for their quiet beauty and pristine plant growth. Adding a Japanese garden to your home is a great way to build your own little getaway, all while putting your green thumb to use. There are several types of Japanese gardens,...
How to Act Mature, Emotionally Intelligent, and Responsibly
Transitioning from childhood to adulthood can be challenging. Oftentimes, you may still feel like a child. Work on not acting like a kid by taking care of yourself, taking on adult responsibilities, and managing your emotions. With a little bit of practic...
How to Hammer on a Guitar Note
A hammer-on is a technique almost every guitarist uses to greatly boost their playing speed, no matter what style of music you play. Hammer-ons are simply when you hit the string with your fretting hand, pressing down quickly so that the note rings out wi...
How to Dress for a Night on the Town (for Guys)
Everybody wants to look their best when they head out for a few drinks with their friends. You don't want to just look attractive to other people, but when you look nice, you'll feel happier and more confident. Before you get dressed for a night out, have...
How to Factor Algebraic Equations
In mathematics, factoring is the act of finding the numbers or expressions that multiply together to make a given number or equation. Factoring is a useful skill to learn for the purpose of solving basic algebra problems; the ability to competently factor...
How to Be Useful and Help Contribute to Society
Regardless of where you live in the world, you’re a part of a society. As members of a society, we all have a responsibility to help others and improve the state of the community and world that we live in. You can do this on both small and large levels. P...
How to Clean Teeth With Braces
Many people have braces to help correct and straighten their teeth. But keeping your teeth clean with braces may present a challenge for you. By carefully choosing a toothbrush and making sure to thoroughly brush around and between your braces, you can ha...
How to Make Homemade Stick Deodorant
If you are looking for an easy way to make your life a little greener, try making your own stick of deodorant. Homemade stick deodorant is an inexpensive, safe and natural alternative to the harsh chemicals and irritating fragrances found in store-bought...
How to Play Belote
If you want a classic card game to play with 3 of your friends, Belote is a really fun option you should try out. In Belote, you and your teammate earn points from winning hands and card combos, and the first team to reach the target score wins. While it...
How to Unlock a Door
Whether you're looking to open that mysterious closet or simply had the unfortunate luck of getting stuck in a strange bathroom, here's your escape route. Stay calm and read on.
How to Be Respected
Regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation or ethnicity, anyone can earn respect by conducting themselves with integrity. Gaining the respect of others will not happen overnight, but by demonstrating confidence, leadership, dependability, and kin...
How to Dress With Style
Let's face it, we all secretly want to be style icons. The world of fashion is fun and exciting, and although it can be intimidating for a newbie, it's a world we all want to be a part of. Developing your own sense of style may seem difficult, but with a...
How to Draw an & (Ampersand)
The & symbol, called ampersand, means “and.”[1] X Research source It started as a shorthand for the Latin word “et,” which had the same meaning as the symbol does today. Ampersands are a useful symbol that many find both aesthetically pleasi...