How To
How to Tell Time Without a Clock
Whether you're on a camping trip or planning a break from technology, learning to tell time without clocks is a needed skill. As long as you have a clear view of the sky, you can estimate what time it is. Without a clock, your calculations will be approxi...
How to Learn Sesotho
Sesotho is a language spoken in Lesotho and South Africa. If you find yourself visiting those countries, you will need to learn a few essential phrases and words, so that you can make yourself understood. Just as you would when visiting any Country, that...
Meeting the Parents? Here’s How to Act
It can be hard to know how to act around your girlfriend's parents, especially if you're meeting them for the first or second time. The important thing is to be respectful and engaged and to make it clear how much you like their daughter. In the end, that...
How to Become Famous in Acting
Famous actors and actresses are everywhere: on TV, in movies, on stage. It often looks like a glamorous career, and although it's definitely a lot of fun, acting is a lifelong pursuit that requires dedication and passion. If you want to give acting a shot...
How to Get Along with Your Mother in Law
Are you unsure how to create a solid familial bond with your mother-in-law? It's never too late to start! Whether you want to have a positive relationship from the beginning or you're working through difficulties, the two of you can absolutely get along....
How to Treat Diarrhea (BRAT Diet Method)
Diarrhea is a common occurrence all over the world and it accounts for 48 million cases of food-borne illness in the United States per year. The causes of diarrhea are infectious agents such as viruses, bacteria, parasites, and non-infectious causes such...
How to Help Cats Become Friends
You’ve probably heard the phrase “fighting like cats and dogs,” but have you ever wondered why cats, specifically, have such a reputation for not getting along? For one, cats are very territorial, and will fight to defend that territory.[1] X Expert So...
How to Be a Mature Teenager
Teens are often called immature by their parents or older peers. Because of this, you might be on a mission to become more mature. In general, maturity comes with age—you may not be able to truly mature until you go through different life experiences. Sti...
How to Pick Up a Woman
You know the feeling. You're out at a bar or a club, or even just walking down the street, when you see the most amazing woman. She could be drop-dead gorgeous, or something about her smile is making you itch to get to know her better. But when you approa...
How to Know if a Guy Likes You
Curious if your crush is crushing back? Have you been hanging out with a guy and wondering does he like me? We're here to help you figure it out! Read on for all the signs a guy likes you, from his body language and the way he talks, to the way he texts y...
How to Make Microwave Popcorn Extra Buttery
Do you just wish your popcorn was as buttery as movie theater popcorn? Well now you can make that dull microwave popcorn just like the popcorn at the theatre. Read on to find out how!
How to Become Friends with a Girl
Is there a girl you'd like be friends with? You like talking to her and she makes you laugh, so why not? She is fun to be around, and you'd like to just hang out with her more. Maybe she even has cute friends! This is how you can do it.
How to Trace Your Ancestry
It is important to know your roots. Much of our ancestral narrative is built through stories: your grandparents told your parents about the family history, and your parents may have passed some of these stories along to you. You may have not been told any...
How to Treat Swelling
Swelling is very common and happens for many different reasons, but you can usually treat it successfully at home. If you have localized swelling due to an injury or medical procedure, treatments like rest and ice usually do the job. For chronic fluid ret...
How to Plant a Running Bamboo
Running bamboo tends to grow and spread quickly, so it's a pretty low-maintenance option as long as you plant it correctly. In fact, it spreads so quickly, you might have to take steps to contain your bamboo growth!
How to Stop 'Jumping' During a Horror Movie
A "jump scare" is when a filmmaker uses a loud noise or sudden cut to surprise you instantly, causing you to jump out of your seat in fear. Most horror filmmakers these days use them sparingly, because it is not very hard to make someone jump by blasting...