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How to Be Smart
Intelligence isn't always something you're born with; you can make yourself smarter with a little bit of hard work! To be smart, exercise your brain with puzzles and creative tasks, develop your people skills, learn as much as you can about as much as you...
How to Tell if Your Tree Frog Is Male or Female
Recently buy a pet frog and unsure what to name it? Don't worry — while all frog species are different, there are many ways to tell male and females apart that are true for the majority of frogs. Learn what to look for in your tree frog's appearance and b...
How to Lift One Eyebrow
Animating the face by raising an eyebrow may not be worth a thousand words, but it’s worth several. With just the lift of one brow, you can drop hints about what’s on your mind without saying a word. Raise a brow to indicate surprise or do it for attentio...
How to Step Out of a Car Without Flashing Your Underwear
When done right, stepping out of a car can be a movie-star moment. But if you're wearing a skirt, it takes a little extra grace and skill to dismount without showing the world the rest of your outfit, if you catch our drift. That's why we've put together...
How to Download and Use Windows Movie Maker on any PC
In 2017, Windows Movie Maker was officially discontinued and replaced with Video Editor (formerly known as Microsoft Story Remix). If you're using an older PC running Windows 8 or 7, you probably still have Movie Maker installed on your computer. If you'r...
How to Make Your Personality Stand Out
Many people want to be noticed and stand out. This can be beneficial at social circles or at work. If you want to stand out, work on becoming more interesting. Read more and explore new places. From there, strive to develop your unique self. Recognize you...
How to Make a Bird Box
Bird watching is a relaxing, fulfilling activity that’s easy for most people to do. You can bring the birds to your own backyard by building them a bird box, or a variation of a bird house. Once you have your materials, you can spend a single afternoon bu...
How to Have a Good Poker Face
To have a good poker face, relax your face muscles so your expression is neutral. When you interact with the other players, stay calm and make eye contact, but don't forget to blink occasionally so you still look natural. This can become difficult when te...
How to Make a Ninja Costume
A ninja outfit should be dark, concealing and comfortable – the better to execute your ninja moves. You can make a no-sew ninja costume out of a black turtleneck, black cargo pants and a thin black robe. You’ll also need a black scarf, black ribbon, black...
How to Apply Feng Shui to a Room
Feng shui is all about the chi, and energy, of a space. By purposefully positioning furniture, decorations, and objects, you can create the best possible energy for you room. In general, the front entryway, the bedroom and the kitchen are the most importa...
How to Grow Dwarf Pineapples
Ah, dwarf pineapples—they may not be edible, but they sure are adorable. These little mini pineapples look great in flower arrangements and as drink garnishes, and you can actually grow them yourself at home! In this article, we'll walk you through how to...
How to Make a Gel Candle
Gel wax isn't wax at all, but a form of mineral oil. It's easier to work with in many ways than traditional waxes and allows for more light to reflect than standard candles. The clear gel allows you to achieve many interesting looks, from floating beads t...
How to 3 Way Call a Person
Have you ever wanted to talk to more than one friend on the phone? Three-way calling and conference calls makes this feat possible. iPhone and Android users may call up to five people at one time!
How to Prove You're Responsible to Your Parents
Whether you’re trying to convince your parents that you can take care of a dog or get back on their good side after getting in trouble at school, being able to prove that you are responsible to your parents can seem tough. The good news is, there are a fe...
How to Drive Safely in the Rain
Driving in the rain can be both scary and dangerous, and it's important to take wet weather seriously when you're on the road. There are lots of things you can do to make driving in the rain safer, including being prepared by making sure your car is ready...
How to Get Rid of an "Asleep" Foot
Have you ever tried to stand up and you have a tingling, pins and needles sensation in your foot? When you compress nerves in your leg or foot, you can make the limb fall “asleep” temporarily. We know that it can be uncomfortable for a little while, but t...