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How to Tell if You Have Started Puberty (for Girls)
Puberty can be an exciting and terrifying time for anyone! Your body is developing, you're starting your period, and your mood is probably swinging all over the place. You may not be sure if you've really started puberty, especially because it usually beg...
A Beginner’s Guide to DJing: Equipment, Software, & More
Back in the day, the idea of putting your hands on a vinyl record was practically sacrilegious. But thanks to a few early disc jockeys’ courage and musical skill, DJing is now a valid art form and a profitable career path. If you’re interested in becoming...
How to Set Up a Drum Set: Arranging the Drums, Adding Cymbals & More
The drum set is one of the coolest parts of any band, but there sure are a lot of pieces to put together before you can start jamming! When it comes to drum kits, the perfect setup is whatever makes playing feel easy and natural for you. Most kits are set...
How to Install a New Processor
The processor, or "CPU", is the central nervous system for your computer. Like all computer components, processors quickly become outdated and obsolete, with powerful new versions available on a regular basis. Upgrading your processor is one of the more e...
How to Write a Journal Response to a Book
Journaling is a great way to process what you've read and develop your understanding of the text. Many teachers give response journal assignments to help students clarify what's read, solidify their reactions to and opinions on the text, and organize thei...
How to Make a Conference Call
With today's mobile workforce, and telecommuting on the rise, conference calling—when three or more people in different locations talk on the phone at the same time—is becoming a common way of doing business. We'll show you how you do it.
How to Get Your Parents to Calm Down when You Get a Bad Grade
If you got a bad grade on a test, quiz, or report card, your parents may be upset with you. It can be stressful to deal with your parents' anger, but remain calm and talk things out. If you promise to do better, and offer ways to bring your grades up, you...
How to Avoid and Cure Getting Itchy after a Haircut
Getting a fresh new haircut might improve your look, but dealing with itchiness and irritation afterwards isn’t fun. Itchiness might be caused by small hairs stuck to your clothes or skin, but if that itchiness doesn’t go away, it might also be caused by...
How to Remove Grass Stains from Clothing
It’s fun watching your children frolic and play in the grass until you find dreadful grass stains. Grass stains are like a dye stain, which means they are difficult to remove. This is due to the complex proteins and coloring of the grass pigments. While d...
How to Deal With a Sarcastic Person
Sarcasm is when someone makes an observation that isn’t intended to be mistaken for truth in order to draw attention to a ridiculous situation. It’s often a rather aggressive verbal tool, though it can be used or disguised as humor. Sarcasm can be a way o...
How to Create a Powerful Pokémon TCG Deck
The Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) is such a fun way to pass the time, and while you may want to put all of your favorite cards into the same deck, sticking with a few types of strong Pokémon you love can improve your chances of winning. We’ll help you f...
How to Treat Eczema
Eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, is a chronic condition characterized by dry, red and itchy skin. The exact cause for eczema is unknown but it is thought to be hereditary and tends to flare up after you are exposed to certain triggers; eczema is oft...
How to Cheat on Windows Pinball With Hidden Test
Here's a collection of cheats for Windows 3D Pinball that really work!
How to Deal With Friends Who Stab You in the Back
Having a trustworthy circle of friends is important to most people. However, there may come a time when you feel that one of your most beloved friends has stabbed you in the back. When this happens, it can be difficult to forgive and trust that person aga...
How to Sleep Comfortably on a Cold Night
When you’re trying to sleep, your body loves to be cold rather than hot. A drop in your core temperature due to a cold sleeping environment can trigger your body’s “let’s hit the hay” tendencies and help you get right to sleep.[1] X Research source...
How to Separate an Egg
Many recipes specifically call for egg whites or yolks, and many people make egg-white-only dishes to reduce cholesterol. Whatever your reasons, there are plenty of tips that will help you avoid a painful separation.