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How to Dance En Pointe
Pointe technique is one of the major components of classical ballet, in which the weight of the dancer is supported up on the tips of the feet, appearing poised, graceful, and weightless. It's one of the most iconic elements of dancing ballet. Pointe shoe...
How to Tell the Difference Between a Tortoise, Terrapin and Turtle
Turtles, tortoises and terrapins are closely related reptiles of the order Testudines. These terms are often confused because of regional differences in English, and because the individual species look similar. Scientific taxonomy uses precise terminology...
How to Be the Leader of a Group
Being the leader of a group takes a lot of skill as well as an understanding of the needs of the group. While some people are natural leaders, other people need to learn how to become a good leader. To become the leader of a group, it is important to de...
How to Fix a Warped Vinyl Record
Whether they were exposed to UV radiation, excessive heat, or simple storage mistakes, it’s possible for your vinyl records to become warped. Depending on the severity of the warp, there are a few methods you can use to try and repair the damage. You can...
How to Remove Blackheads (Baking Soda and Water Method)
Baking soda can be used as an exfoliant to clean out pores and reduce the appearance of blackheads and acne.[1] X Research source Baking soda is also mildly anti-bacterial, so it could potentially kill off bacteria that causes acne.[2] X...
How to Shell Pine Nuts
Once you see the hard work that goes into shelling pine nuts, you might be better able to appreciate the price tag that often comes with them. True to their name, pine nuts are the edible seeds of various species of pine that come in the pine cone, surrou...
How to Make Someone Stop Liking You
It can be difficult to be around someone who likes you if you don’t like them back. They may be making you uncomfortable by their crush on you, but you’ve decided you don’t like them in that way. The most honest and mature way to get someone to stop likin...
How to Make Homemade Paper Flowers
Do you want to make a flower? You can make a realistic flower, or an original one-of-a-kind flower! These flowers make great gifts for Mother's Day, romantic occasions, or as decorations or learning tools. Some methods may be better for kids or for adults...
How to Write a Biography
Writing a biography can be a fun challenge, where you are sharing the story of someone’s life with readers. You may need to write a biography for a class or decide to write one as a personal project. Once you have identified the subject of the biography,...
How to Apply For Social Security and Retirement Benefits
The Social Security Administration pays out Retirement Insurance Benefits (RIB) to retirees, as well as administering Medicare, spousal Social Security benefits and survivors' benefits. You can apply for benefits at your local SSA office, through the mail...
How to Deal With a B as a Straight A Student
Getting a B grade when striving to achieve straight A's can be discouraging. The feelings of disappointment that a person feels when falling short of a goal are normal. Moving forward, staying positive and working to regain your motivation and high leve...
How to Clean an Espresso Machine
Every time you pull a delicious shot of espresso or froth foamy milk, your espresso machine accrues a layer of espresso debris, oils, milk-proteins, and mineral-deposits. While it is important to clean your machine after every use, chemically cleaning you...
How to Husk Corn
Corn husks are made of several leaves and countless silken strands, which might make removing all of them seem like a lengthy task. However, it really is quite easy to get rid of most if not all of them in just one go with the right technique. Using a mic...
How to Clean a Mattress in 7 Easy Steps (And Tackle Deep Stains)
You spend about a third of your life on your mattress, so this is one household item you should take careful steps to keep clean. Regular mattress cleaning can help reduce allergens in your bedroom, kill germs and dust mites, and eliminate sweat and odors...
How to Care for Your Ball Python
Ball pythons are a very popular choice for many people who are looking for a pet snake. Like all snakes, ball pythons will require you to be fully committed to their care. These snakes will live for up to thirty years and you must maintain a very specif...
How to Stop Being a Bully
Bullying others has a long-term negative effect on both the people you bully and yourself. If you make a habit of intentionally hurting other people, whether physically, verbally, or emotionally, it's time to break that pattern. The following steps will h...