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How to Get a Flu Shot
Every year, many people choose to get the flu vaccine to protect themselves against the seasonal flu. There are several strains of the flu virus, multiple ways to fight against it, and various reasons people should be cautious before getting a vaccinatio...
How to Become a Neuropsychiatrist
Neuropsychiatrists are doctors who treat patients with mental or behavioral symptoms that have neurological causes, such as traumatic brain injuries. Neuropsychiatry was once a field of its own, before breaking into two separate fields: neurology and psyc...
How to Protect Your Home from Halloween Pranks and Vandalism
Don't want eggs all over your doors? Follow these simple steps for minimizing damage on Halloween.
How to Lie
Lying can be complicated and difficult, especially if you don’t do it very often. Beginner liars must learn a few basics about what makes a good lie, such as sticking with a simple lie and making sure the lie is believable. If you plan the lie ahead of ti...
How to Find Yourself
"To find yourself first learn about yourself." Finding the real you is an enlightening experience. You become self-sufficient and do things for yourself, for once. It's a hard feeling to put into words, but when you don't know who you are, it's hard to ig...
How to Teach Yourself a New Language
Learning a new language just takes dedication and practice! If you're looking to teach yourself a foreign language, there are tons of resources and tips to help you get started. We've put together a guide to point you to the right course materials and str...
How to Write a Sonnet
Though as a general rule, the sonnet is defined as having 14 lines and an iambic pentameter meter, there's a significant difference between the two most common forms of the sonnet: the Shakespearean (aka English) and Petrarchan (aka Italian) sonnets. This...
How to Police Your Kids on the Internet
The Internet provides your children with loads of opportunities to learn, grow, and communicate with friends. However, it’s also full of dangers, and your kids likely aren’t aware of what could go wrong. Fortunately, you have a lot of resources for ensuri...
How to Afford an Expensive Guitar
Tired of staring at Les Pauls or Stratocasters locked up in that glass case? Well, do something about it! With a little patience, planning and self-control, you can have the guitar of your dreams in just a few short months. Then nothing will stand between...
How to Install a Power Supply
This wikiHow teaches you how to install a power supply for a Windows desktop computer. The power supply is what facilitates the flow of power from an electrical source to the other components of the computer. Keep in mind that if your computer came pre-as...
How to Say "No" Diplomatically
Sometimes, situations arise where, for whatever the reason, you have to give a polite "no." This can be very difficult, whether in a personal or professional setting. However, learning to say no is an important skill, critical to living your life on your...
How to Buy a Home: Everything You Need to Know
Purchasing a house is an incredible accomplishment and one of the biggest steps you’ll take during your life. Though the process may seem overwhelming, breaking everything down will help you keep your head straight while hunting for the house of your drea...
How to Organize Receipts
Organizing receipts can seem like a daunting task, especially if you have paper slips lying all over your home. While there’s no right or wrong way to sort your receipts, you can try experimenting with different organizational methods to see which one bes...
How to Buy a House
Purchasing a house is an incredible accomplishment and one of the biggest steps you’ll take during your life. Though the process may seem overwhelming, breaking everything down will help you keep your head straight while hunting for the house of your drea...
How to Build a Pond Filter System
While there are commercial pond filter systems you can purchase, many people choose to build their own to save money. You can put together a surprisingly capable pond filtration system using commonly found household tools and a few components purchased fr...
How to Check Your Blood Pressure with a Sphygmomanometer
It's a good idea to have your blood pressure checked regularly. However, if you suffer from "white coat hypertension" — a state of anxiety which causes your blood pressure to skyrocket as soon as you are approached by a medical professional wearing a drea...