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How to Focus on Studying
Unless you have a strong desire to learn the information or develop a skill, it can be hard to focus all of your attention in one place. Television, smart phones, social media, friends, and family can all distract you from your goal of doing well in schoo...
How to Do Acrylic Nails
Doing nails at home can be done with practice. Read about the risks that goes with the work, both educated, and especially uneducated before you start. If you're careful and don't go too quickly you can be as good as anyone else. All you need are a few su...
How to Welcome New Neighbors
Greeting your new neighbors is a polite gesture that can help you begin a positive relationship with people as they move into your neighborhood. You can help alleviate the anxiety of moving into a new place by introducing yourself and members of the commu...
How to Start a Small Library
If you have a passion for reading but don’t have a public library in your neck of the woods, you may be the perfect person to start one. You don’t need any special qualifications to run your own library—all you need is a vision, a collection of books, and...
How to Remove the Odor of Sulfur from Clothing
The foul smell of sulfur in your clothing is never enjoyable. Some people equate sulfur's odor to the smell of rotten eggs. The smell of sulfur can be very difficult to remove from clothing, even with repeated washing and airing out. Luckily, a few simple...
How to Read a Long Book in a Week
Reading a long book in one week may seem like an impossible task, especially if you are not a big fan of reading. Maybe you have been putting off reading a long book for a class or maybe you just want to read a long book in a week as a personal accomplish...
How to Make Sugar Water
Sugar water, also known as "simple syrup," is used to sweeten drinks, such as lemonade, iced tea, mint juleps, and cocktails.[1] X Research source It can also be used for making desserts and as the perfect mid-workout sports drink; some peop...
How to Stop Eating Meat
The decision to stop eating meat is a very personal one. You might be concerned about animal welfare, environmental impacts, or your own health. Regardless of your reason for giving up meat, you'll be more likely to stick with it if you create achievable...
How to Avoid Distractions While Studying
You know you really want to get good grades. Your parents have put the pressure on, or you promised yourself you would do better. But you keep getting distracted! If you work to find a focused mindset, establish a study schedule, and choose the right plac...
How to Become a Professional Makeup Artist
Have you perfected the smokey eye? Can take one look at someone and whip out the perfect shade of lip liner? If so, you might be closer than you think to becoming a professional makeup artist. It takes skill, passion, and a whole lot of love for the assor...
How to Do Gymnastics Jumps
Keen on trying out some gymnastics jumps? There are various core jumps in gymnastics which can help improve the height, speed and agility of the gymnast when performing her or his routines. Many of these jumps have uses in other endeavors, such as dance,...
How to Fake a Stomach Ache to Get out of School
It’s hard being a student. Every week, Monday through Friday, you have to be in school, whether you like it or not. Some days you just need to stay home, whether you’re trying to avoid running the mile in gym class, you’re in a fight with a friend, or you...
How to Grow a Choko Vine
Also known as chayote, choko is a perennial vine that produces pear-shaped, squash-like fruit. It’s easy to grow in most environments, but thrives in warm, tropical climates. To start your vines, grow a sprout from a choko fruit in the spring. After it sp...
How to Measure Windows for Blinds
Measuring for blinds may be somewhat daunting, but it's actually quite straightforward and easy to do. This article provides simple instructions for measuring both inside and outside windows.
How to Deal With a Guy Who Has an Unwanted Crush on You
Crushes are great, except when you’re on the receiving end and don’t want to be. Turning someone down creates stress, awkwardness, and potential bad feelings. However, it’s important to decline if that’s what you want to do, instead of dating someone just...
How to Freeze Tomatillos
When you have a glut of tomatillos, it's good to know that they can be frozen for use later on. If you are harvesting your own, it is important to get them at the right time, just before the fruit drops.[1] X Research source