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How to Treat a Sting from a Stinging Nettle
The stinging nettle is a plant found practically all over the world. The plant is considered an herbaceous perennial, meaning that it has herbal properties and grows back in the same areas year after year. The leaves and stems of the plant are covered wit...
How to Stay Calm During Road Rage
If you spend any significant amount of time driving for work or leisure, there's a good chance that you've experienced or witnessed some form of road rage.[1] X Research source Road rage involves losing your temper over traffic-related situa...
How to Make a Paper Snake
Paper snakes are fun and easy to make. They are a great craft to learn about snakes. They also make great decorations for Halloween, or for nature lovers. This article will show you a few simple and fun ways of making a snake out of paper.
How to Be in Your Happy Place
We’ve all seen the image of a person sitting cross-legged with their eyes closed meditating. Meditation isn't the only way to get to your happy place though! There are plenty of things you can do to relax and mentally escape any stress or anxiety you’re d...
How to Choose a Cat
Owning a pet, like a cat, has been shown to reduce stress and blood pressure levels.[1] X Trustworthy Source PubMed Central Journal archive from the U.S. National Institutes of Health Go to source Bringing a new cat home can be an exciting...
How to Clean a Ceramic Sink Without Chemicals
Ceramic sinks are delicate, and can easily become scratched or stained if not cared for properly. You can save money – and your sink – by using gentle cleansers made from household ingredients. Remove stains using a mild acid like lemon juice or vinegar....
How to Use a Treadmill
Running on a treadmill is a great form of aerobic exercise, and can help you burn calories and improve your overall health. While it might seem that a treadmill simply involves running, you should learn how to safely use one before you begin your workout....
How to Live a Long Life
There are many uncertainties in life, and no one can predict how long they will live. However, taking good care of yourself can help to increase your chances of living a long life. Take good care of your physical and psychological health by living a heal...
How to Make a Secret Note
Secret notes can be a fun way to communicate with others in-the-know. There are many kinds of ciphers and methods for creating virtually unbreakable messages. Whether you’re sending a love note or a top secret, a secret note will keep your message safe.
How to Get Other Guys to Stop Staring at Your Pretty Wife
Men and women expressing attraction to each other is a natural part of life. It has always been this way and it will never change. However, if you have a pretty wife and you have grown tired of the attention that she gets from other guys, there are many w...
How to Remove Eye Makeup
Our eyes are one of the most sensitive parts of our body. The last thing you want to do is to get a whole bunch of makeup or soap in them and regret that $8 you spent on that new eyeshadow you didn't really need anyway. We'll start with the baby shampoo m...
How to Wash Your Car by Hand Like a Pro
Is your car dirty or grimy, but you don’t really feel like driving to the car wash? Or, maybe you want total control over the products used and how it’s washed. We’ve got great news for you: washing your car by hand is easy, and with the right supplies, i...
How to Create Papier Mâché
Looking to make your own paper mâché craft? Papier-mâché (pap-yay mash-ay) or paper mâché (paper mash-ay) is an easy to make, hard material that can be used to cover various surfaces. You can use it in arts and crafts to make various sculptures, fruit bow...
How to Make a Pond
The sight and sound of water brings a peaceful, elemental feel to backyards and gardens. If you don’t have a natural source of water on your property, consider building a pond. Ponds can be as practical as they are beautiful: properly constructed, they pr...
How to Remove Built‐Up Frost from Your Freezer
A little bit of frost build-up in your freezer is normal, but it can become a problem over time. Too much frost can be damaging to food and can indicate a problem with your freezer. There are, however, simple ways to remove built-up frost. You can scrape...
How to Clean the Inside of a Washing Machine
Everything needs to be cleaned once in a while, and a washing machine is no exception. After washing loads of dirty laundry, the inside of the machine can get stained, and odors may cling to its walls and get transferred to your clothes. Keep reading to l...