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How to Lessen the Effects of Alcohol
Are you trying to reduce the effects of alcohol before you go out, or have you already consumed your weight in Budweiser and brandy? Do you wish to skip that terrible hangover the next day that makes you wish you'd slip into a booze-soaked coma to avoid t...
How to Be a Good Husband and Father
Being a husband and a father are perhaps two of the most important roles you may have in your life, so it's completely normal to want to put your best foot forward. Start by showing consideration for your family and learning to communicate with them more...
How to Delay a Batch File: Timeout, Pause, Ping, Choice & Sleep
If you need some extra time for a command in your batch file to execute, there are several easy ways to delay a batch file. While the well-known sleep command from older versions of Windows is not available in Windows 10 or 11, you can use the timeout, pa...
How to Be a Very Cold and Quiet Person
Some people who are introverts by nature spend their lives pretending to be outgoing extroverts in a misguided effort to please others. Introversion is nothing to be ashamed of, and it’s healthy for your wellbeing if you can accept yourself as you are. If...
How to Make Henna for Use on Skin
Henna is one of the oldest forms of makeup ever used. A purely natural compound, it temporarily stains the skin like a tattoo, which can be used to make all sorts of shapes and patterns on your body. Although basic henna powder is regularly purchased at a...
How to Reset Aftermarket (Checkmate) Car Alarm
Symptoms of a tripped alarm can include: flashing headlights, a honking horn, and the motor not turning over when key is turned. This can be invaluable in preventing someone from stealing your car, but can also be very stressful if the alarm is falsely t...
How to Use Layers for Digital Art
Learning to use layers can help add complexity, depth, and dimension to your visual art. Whether you're drawing cartoons, painting digital portraits or photo editing, layers are an invaluable tool offered by most art programs. See Step 1 for more informat...
How to Write a Report for Chemistry Lab
Lab reports are an essential part of scientific study and knowledge. For any chemistry lab report, you will need to write down or type the entire procedure and everything observed during the lab activity. Any lab report should allow the person reading it...
The Best Way to Clean a Trumpet
If your trumpet has sticky valves and slides or if the tone sounds off, it might be time to deep-clean it. Luckily, you can easily clean a trumpet at home within an hour. Keep reading to learn how to clean all the pieces of your trumpet thoroughly and wha...
How to Eat a Pomegranate
So you picked up a deliciously ripe pomegranate from the store, but now how are you supposed to enjoy it? The bright-red seeds inside the pomegranate are delicious, and it's really easy to cut the fruit open and eat them. Keep reading to learn the right w...
Best Strategies for Winning the Trust of a Stray Cat
If you have a stray cat coming around your house, you might be tempted to immediately go over and try to pet them and take them in. However, stray cats can be quite skittish at first, so it’s incredibly important to earn their trust before trying to give...
How to Introduce Yourself to a Girl
It can be pretty intimidating to introduce yourself to a girl, especially if you really like her. The most important thing is that you work up your courage and get it over with. Don't build the situation up in your head, don't fantasize about false expect...
How to Accept Islam
Before accepting Islam, first learn about the faith and how it is practiced. Look into your heart and examine your beliefs. Don't be afraid to ask hard questions: you will learn from confronting any doubts you may have. Whether you are ready to become a M...
The Ultimate Guide to Mixing Purple Paint
You’re aiming to mix the richest, boldest purple to complete your painting…except your paint keeps coming out muddy and brown. We get it, purple paint can be a frustrating color to make. With the right paints and our handy guide, it’s actually super easy...
How to Handle Being Dropped from Your Sports Team
Being dropped from your team can be a shock. There are lots of difficult emotions that come along with an experience like this, and it can be overwhelming to work your way through them. With patience and support, you can weather this and come out stronger...
How to Calm an Overactive Mind
Everyone worries sometimes. However, if you find your mind is on overdrive all the time, you may need to find ways to calm it down or clear it. Meditation, yoga, and mindfulness can help you clear you mind, which can calm your thoughts down. However, you...