How To
How to Play 8 Ball Pool
8-ball pool is played with one white "cue ball" and 15 numbered balls – including one black "8-ball." One player is trying to pocket the solid-colored balls ("solids," numbered 1-7) while the other player tries to knock in the striped balls ("stripes," nu...
How to Cut an Orange
Cutting an orange is easy, but first you have to choose how you want to cut it. Wedges make great snacks, wheels are good for drink garnishes, and segments are convenient to use in salads. By using a sharp knife and choosing the right cutting method for y...
How to Shower in the Locker Room without Feeling Nervous
A good gym class will help you work up a sweat, which means you’ll probably be a little smelly afterwards. And since you don’t want your body odor making an impression on that cute guy or girl who sits next to you in class, a shower is probably in your fu...
How to Dress in a Kimono
Kimonos and yukatas are long, flowy robes that are worn traditionally in Japan. Kimonos are traditionally made of high quality fabric like silk, while yukatas are made of cotton or linen. Nowadays, they are worn to celebrations of Japanese culture or trad...
How to Prevent Your Legs from Getting Hurt from the Splits
Are you hoping to do a perfect split? This dynamic pose is a fun and rewarding way to show off your flexibility, but it’s really important to take your time as you work up to it. We’ve gone over plenty of stretches, warm-ups, and techniques to help you na...
How to Deal With Being Indoors During an Earthquake
If you found yourself indoors during an earthquake, would you know what to do? Many modern buildings are designed to withstand moderate earthquakes and are relatively safe. However, you are still in danger from falling objects and other debris.
How to Test a Heating Element
This is a general guide to test any type of heating element for failure using an multimeter to measure the resistance of the element.
How to Clean a Whiteboard
Whiteboards are a staple in many workplaces, but their frequent use can mean they are marked up with lines and colors that don’t want to rub off. But it’s easy to get a whiteboard looking like new again, and usually all it requires is a simple cleaning pr...
How to Stop Cyber Bullying
Cyberbullying occurs when electronic communications such as text messages, emails, instant messages, and social media updates are used to threaten or humiliate someone. People of any age can be cyberbullied, but it happens most often to adolescents and te...
How to Admit to a Teacher That You've Cheated
Cheating may have long-lasting effects on your education. Getting caught cheating can have dramatic academic consequences, including potential expulsion. If you cheated on an assignment or test and feel guilty about it, coming clean to your teacher may be...
How to Know if You Have a Yeast Infection
Experts agree that yeast infections are very common and not usually a sign of anything serious. Candida, the yeast that can cause these infections, is actually part of the normal flora of the vagina, along with good bacteria. When the balance of yeast and...
How to Paint Designs on Walls
Painting designs on walls is a great way to make your space look more colorful and unique. It can as simple as hand painting some designs to as extensive as using stencils. This article will show you a few ways of painting designs onto your wall.
How to Play Castanets
Castanets are percussion instruments resembling two sets of shells made from hard wood and joined at one end by string. The string can be looped onto your thumb and tapped with your fingers to create a rhythmic chattering or clacking sound that is popular...
How to Know if People Aren't Listening to You
It can be frustrating when people aren’t listening to you. Whether you’re giving an important announcement or just telling someone about your day, you want to feel like you have their attention in that moment. If you aren’t quite sure if someone is paying...
10 Ways to Get Super Glue off Your Skin, Hands, and Fingers
Even though you were careful when you used super glue, it somehow found a way to get stuck on your skin. First thing’s first: there’s no need to panic about the glue sticking to your skin forever. Whether it’s fresh or already dry, there are tons of pain-...
How to Build a Strong Catapult
The strength of a catapult could refer either to the sturdiness of the catapult frame and its ability to withstand use, or it could refer to the force with which the catapult launches projectiles. However, knowing how to build the frame of your catapult c...