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How to Safely Swim with Piranhas
Piranhas, the "wolves of the water," are known for their ability to strip an animal to the bone in mere seconds. They aren't actually as dangerous to humans as you'd think, especially if you swim with them during the wet season, when they have plenty of f...
How to Get Into Great Wrestling Shape, Physical and Mental
Endurance is what can separate a good wrestler and an awesome wrestler. Even if your opponent is stronger, faster, and more skilled, having the attitude and endurance that wrestling at the next level necessitates will allow you to beat such an opponent.
How to Say "I Love You"
Commonly, the scariest part of a new relationship is saying “I love you.” If you truly love your partner, confess your feelings when the time feels right. Do this even if you feel intimidated or scared that your partner doesn't feel the same. Chances are,...
How to Decorate a Teen Girl's Bedroom on a Budget
Decorating a teen girl's bedroom doesn't have to mean spending a ton of money on new furniture and accessories. All you need to do is choose a theme and colors, buy or modify furniture, rearrange a bit, and tidy up. Be creative, and a great room can be yo...
How to Understand Offside in Soccer (Football)
Despite being one of the shortest of the seventeen Laws of football, the offside rule, Law 11, is probably the most misunderstood of all. The law dates back to secondary schools in the 19th century, which created it to stop players "sneaking" near the opp...
How to Rediscover Yourself
Modern life often lends itself to inauthenticity--it’s easier to be inauthentic than to be vulnerable or feel judged--but spending too much time “faking it” or neglecting who you really are can leave you feeling lost and unappreciated. You might feel like...
How to Change the Default Web Browser on a Mac
This wikiHow teaches you how to make a web browser other than Safari your default web browser on a Mac computer. Common third-party browsers include Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera, and Microsoft Edge, but you can set any browser that's installed on your Ma...
How to Be Hygienic
Managing your personal hygiene is important not only to look and smell your best on a daily basis, but also to prevent the onset and spread of infectious diseases. Taking the proper precautions can help you avoid getting sick and passing illnesses on to t...
Volcanic Eruption Survival Guide: Being Prepared, Surviving the Blast & More
The loudest sound ever recorded came from the volcanic eruption of Krakatoa in 1883. While not all volcanic eruptions are so dramatic, they can all be terrifying! Most are carefully monitored, but if you live near a volcano or get an opportunity to visit...
How to Write Electron Configurations for Atoms of Any Element
An atom's electron configuration is a numeric representation of its electron orbitals. Electron orbitals are differently-shaped regions around an atom's nucleus where electrons are mathematically likely to be located. An electron configuration can quickly...
How to Stop Shaking when Making a Speech
Public speaking makes almost everybody anxious. Even seasoned speakers need to calm themselves down (or pump themselves up) before they give a presentation. If you're worried about your hands or other parts of your body shaking while you talk, the first t...
How to Know when Car Tires Need Replacing
Ever wonder if it's time to replace your worn car tires? The performance of your tires is very important for maintaining the safety, performance, and efficiency of your vehicle. But at some point, your tires will start wearing out and lose their traction...
How to Take a Picture with a Digital Camera
A digital camera is a fun investment. You can use a digital camera to take pictures of people, places, and scenery. If you're new to a digital camera, how to best use the device can be confusing. To start, figure out the basics of how your camera works an...
How to Lunge a Horse
Lunging a horse, sometimes called “longeing,” involves leading your horse in a circle around a small enclosure. Not only is this great exercise, but it will also help you and your horse bond through training. Lunging can also help improve your horse’s bal...
How to Plant & Grow a Pineapple at Home
With its sweet, tangy taste and unique shape, there’s not another fruit quite like the pineapple. If you’ve been wishing for a way to grow this delicious fruit, the great news is that it’s super easy to do in your own home! In this article, we’ll teach yo...
How to Make a Quick Greek Goddess Costume
A Greek goddess costume is a very fun and creative costume that you can easily make at home. Making a Greek goddess costume won't take too much time, and can be made with supplies you may already have at home (or supplies that are affordable and easy to f...