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Middle school (secondary school) can be tough. Friends can turn on you, boys can be mean, and you'll have more schoolwork than you've ever had before. Middle school can be a big change, whether it's in terms of friends, grades, or permissions. Facing midd...

You want someone to stop bothering you in person or over text, but how do you get them to leave you alone without being rude? Fortunately, there are a lot of subtle ways you can get someone to back off a bit that won't make things awkward. And if they're...

We use our birth certificates regularly, from applying for jobs to getting a drivers license. If yours is lost or stolen, don’t panic--you can get a certified copy that will function just like your original. The process for replacing a birth certificate i...

Color coordinating can be a little daunting if you've never been introduced to color theory based on the color wheel. The color wheel is a great tool to help you choose colors that go together whether you're putting together an outfit, choosing paint colo...

Hardwood trees can be propagated through taking cuttings and then forming roots. This is an easy and inexpensive way to clone your favorite tree, so that you can have many in your garden or to take with you if you move house. Simply cut a branch of new gr...

Talking on the phone is much different than talking in person. For some people it comes easily, but for others it is an acquired skill. Some people have anxiety when it comes to talking on the phone, due to the awkwardness of being able to hear someone's...

When your deep well pump stops working, who ya gonna call? The local well driller can pull it for you, but that could cost big bucks. If your pump is less than 100 feet (30 m) down, you can probably pull it up by hand with some help from a friend. If it’s...

It's hard enough getting through your own life, but when a parent threatens suicide, it can rock your world in ways you can hardly imagine. What do you do? Can you help? And where do you turn to find support yourself? You can safely deal with a suicida...

In Amsterdam they may say "Ik hou van je." In Paris, they most certainly say "Je t'aime." In Albania, they'll say "Te dua," and in Zulu, "Ngiyakuthanda!" It's the phrase we know as "I love you," and this is how you can say it in American Sign Language (AS...

The Pythagorean Theorem allows you to work out the length of the third side of a right triangle when the other two are known. It is named after Pythagoras, a mathematician in ancient Greece.[1] X Research source The theorem states that the s...

Reusable cloth menstrual pads are a great way to go green and treat your body and your wallet better. A lot of people are put off because they think washing is very hard, but its really very easy once you get used to it. You can wash them one of three way...

Small talk is a very important part of socializing and meeting new people. It's not always easy to be charming and calm during a conversation, especially if it's with someone you don't know well. If you want to improve your small talk skills, it will take...

Being hot is more than just a look—it's a frame of mind. Whether you're just walking down the street or stopping to have a quick conversation, if you hold yourself in confidence then everyone in your orbit will be thinking you're hot in no time. But what...

While apologizing in person often conveys more sincerity, there are times when a formal, written apology might be your only option or could otherwise be the preferred method. To write an apology letter, you'll need to address your error early in the lette...

Film critics study movies, provide insightful commentary, and let us know whether a movie is a success or a flop. Whether you want to be a professional or hobbyist film critic, you must first possess a passion for film. Watching as many films as you can a...

The design of a poster is important, especially if you’re using it as a visual aid to add to a verbal presentation. We'll show you how to choose the correct colors, images, fonts, and balance so you can design a memorable poster.