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How to Do a Gainer off of a Diving Board
A gainer is a daring reverse dive that starts as a forward-facing jump. In order to complete this dive successfully, you'll have to execute a perfect hurdle jump to gain momentum. Once you launch off the diving board, keep your body tight to pull off the...
How to Make an Essay Appear Longer Than It Is
You are writing a paper and the deadline is approaching, but you are nowhere near the page limit. Many students find themselves in this position. Luckily for you, you can lengthen your paper by using a few tricks. Increasing the font size, adding a length...
How to Make Fresh Flowers Last Longer
How wonderful it is when someone presents you with flowers, wrapped in paper or in a box, straight from the florist. It seems to say that "I am thinking of you" in such a warm and romantic way. Flowers show feelings, thanks, or welcoming to their recipien...
How to Select the Correct Filter Size for Your Swimming Pool
Choosing the correct filter for your pool is not always easy. However, before purchasing your filter, it is best to know every detail about your pool so you can buy the best filter possible. Then, you can go out and get a filter so you’ll have perfectly c...
How to Drive a Car Safely
Ah, the joy of the open road—it’s a good feeling. But if you’re new to driving, you may feel a little nervous about getting behind the wheel. Don’t worry. While it’s true that accidents can happen to anybody, there are things you can do to drive safely an...
How to Speak Clearly
Speaking clearly and effectively can make it much easier to communicate ideas accurately. You'll need to slow down your speech, enunciate each syllable, and practice your diction. Take the time to practice speaking, and correct yourself if you mess up.
How to Rebound in Basketball
A player takes a shot and misses, and now the ball is up for grabs if you can get to it first. What should you do? Whether you’re on offense or defense, rebounding the ball in basketball can be a game-changer, and doing it often can help you lead your tea...
How to Befriend a Girl You Like
Some of the best relationships start out as friendships. Get to know the girl you like as a friend first before making your relationship romantic. Learn how to turn your crush into a close friend by spending time with her and communicating. Hopefully, she...
How to Study the English Language
Improving your studying skills when it comes to a tough language like English may seem like a difficult task. Luckily, there are plenty of tips and tricks to help you learn a language and English in particular, plus a handful of studying methods that are...
How to Paint a Bike
If the paint on a bike is old or chipped, painting over it with a few fresh coats of paint is a great way to give it a brand-new, glossy look. Fortunately, you don’t have to pay a professional to retouch a bike for you. With the right tools and some time...
How to Teach a Dog to Lie Down
Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks? If you want a well-mannered dog, teaching him to lie down is a must. Teaching your dog to lie down can help you control him and his impulses in general, and can increase your bond with your dog.
How to Wear a Graduation Gown
You’ve studied hard and are now ready to graduate from university. But you have no idea how to put on the academic gown, how to get the graduation hood to lie properly, or how to place the cap on at the right angle. Though fairly simple to put on, the pro...
How to Sound Natural While Speaking Japanese
Everyone who learns Japanese in a classroom comes out speaking like the guy in the textbook--"Is this a pen?" "This is a mechanical pencil." "I enjoy the fine fall air." This will not endear you to the Japanese. You must attempt to sound natural!
How to Bring Food to a Potluck Dinner
A potluck dinner is very popular, especially for luncheons, or parties, or celebrations. It is a time for people to get together, enjoy meeting new people, or seeing old friends again. Everyone has been told to bring a 'dish' and the amount of people who...
How to Become an Actress: Development, Auditioning, & More
Acting is a high-esteemed profession, though it takes dedication, practice, and talent to become a professional. Successful actresses are confident, driven, and determined. To become an actress, start by taking classes or workshops, research acting, and r...
How to Prevent or Survive a Monkey Attack
Congratulations! You’ve booked a trip to somewhere monkeys populate. You’ve got your passport, your camera, and have prepared a list of all the sights you want to see. But have you considered the fact that during your trip you might encounter a monkey? Re...