How To
How to Interview a Suspect
The successful interrogation of a suspect is mostly about psychology and quick thinking. You shouldn't try to interrogate anyone if you lose your nerve or have a prejudice as to the innocence of the person. Be calm and try to find the truth, not to prove...
How to Get Over a Long Relationship That Ended
It can be hard to let go of a long-term relationship after breaking up. Whether you instigated the breakup or your partner did, there are still many memories, feelings and connections that remain after you're no longer coupled. Yet, for your own well-bein...
How to Treat a Serious Burn
Burns can come from many sources, and may be mild, moderate, or severe. Some severe burns may cause extreme pain and discomfort on the top layer or skin, called the epidermis. Other severe burns may penetrate below the epidermis to the dermal layer and ca...
How to Text in Class Without Getting Caught
You rely on texting throughout the day, so how do you get away with it while you're in class? Most schools have some cell phone rules in place, but there are ways to work around them. We'll show you tried-and-true tricks for sneaking your phone in class,...
How to Get out of a Bad Mood Fast
Bad moods can be difficult for you and the people around you to deal with. While it is normal to have a range of emotions and not be completely happy all the time, you may want to be able to snap yourself out of a bad mood quickly. The best way to impro...
How to Remove Food from Extracted Wisdom Teeth Sockets
Extracting wisdom teeth often leaves large holes in your gums and the bone beneath them. The hole is the space where roots have developed; in some cases the hole may be the size of an entire molar.[1] X Trustworthy Source Mayo Clinic Educational w...
How to Knit Buttonholes
Knitting buttonholes is a crucial skill to have if you are knitting a sweater or other garment that you wish to fasten with buttons. There are a couple of different methods you can use to make button holes, which include the one row method and the two row...
How to Deal With Your Significant Other's PMS
It can be tough when your partner has PMS—you want to help them, but where do you start? Although mood swings and irritability can be common when someone is dealing with PMS, you can actually help ease those symptoms a lot just by being supportive and sho...
How to Understand and Apply Lessons from "The Art of War"
'The Art of War' is a military strategy book written by the 6th century Chinese author Sun Tzu. It is a classic and is considered to be one of the greatest books ever written on the subject. The principles explained in this book are applicable in various...
How to Analyze Political Cartoons
Political cartoons use imagery and text to comment on a contemporary social issue. They may contain a caricature of a well-known person or an allusion to a contemporary event or trend.[1] X Research source By examining the image and text ele...
How to Hug a Girl Who's Taller Than You
Hugging someone who is taller than you can be tricky but doable! The best thing you can do is to try and compensate for your shorter stature by standing on higher ground, standing up straight, or even hugging her while she is sitting. Hug techniques that...
How to Help a Cat Give Birth
Whether you are breeding purebred cats for a living or you are responsible for a cat that has become pregnant in your care, it is important to know what to do when the cat goes into labor and begins to give birth to her kittens. The typical gestation peri...
How to Act Like Veruca Salt from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Veruca Salt, a girl from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl, was the girl who was thrown down the garbage chute! However, for those of us that don't want to be thrown down a rubbish heap, here's some ways to be like her.
How to Catch a Fly With Your Hands
Flies are the worst. It seems like no matter how many times you swat, they always get away! There's actually a good reason for that—flies can see nearly 360° around them, so it's almost impossible to sneak up on them.[1] X Research source Ev...
How to Modify Your T Shirt
Turn an old t-shirt into something new by changing its size, either through adding fabric or cropping, or by redecorating it with personalized stencils, iron-on appliqués, and dyes. Upcycling your clothes is a great way to get new looks while being enviro...
How to Be a Good Employee
Whether you work in an office, a call center, or at a fast-food restaurant, it's important to work hard at your job and be a good employee. Dedicate yourself to the tasks you're assigned and participate in any training that's offered to you. Always treat...