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[header] How to make spicy hot chocolate [title] Put the chocolate in a mug and add a splash of the milk or milk substitute so that the chocolate is almost covered. [step] Melt the chocolate in the microwave and stir until the consistency is creamy. This step can also be done on the stove in a pot.
[title] Once the chocolate is a smooth consistency add the remainder of the milk and heat until warm. [step] Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract.
[header] How to be cold hearted [title] Make your decision and stick to it. [step] Once you choose to become cold hearted toward someone, you must remain firm in your decision to do so. Keep reminding yourself why it is critical to your own well-being and happiness that you cut ties and close off your affections for this person.
[substeps] Be crystal clear when you make the break: " i've realized that this relationship is harmful to me, and i have decided that we cannot be together any longer. This is non-negotiable.
[header] How to decide if you should retire to a warmer climate [title] Evaluate the possibilities for work. [step] Just because you're retired doesn't mean you might not want to engage in some part-time work. For instance, you might want to parlay your lifelong love of art into a gig at your local framing shop.
If staying busy is a priority for you even in retirement, evaluate opportunities for part-time work during your brief vacation visits. [substeps] You could also evaluate the possibilities for work by searching for part-time jobs in the warm-climate location you're thinking of retiring to by searching online.
[header] How to dye hair blonde from black with minimum damage [title] Before dyeing your hair, apply conditioner to your hair three to four times on a weekly basis. [step] Make sure you leave it in for at least two hours to be sure the moisture is locked into your roots. Continue this for two weeks to eliminate dry strands.
Otherwise, your hair may snap off during the bleaching process. [substeps] Choose the best brands to avoid cheap products.
[header] How to vacation in puerto rico [title] Think about your priorities. [step] As a relatively populous island nation with diverse regions, puerto rico offers a variety of options for travelers. Before planning the specifics of your trip, you need to decide on the purpose of your trip.
Think about if your trip to puerto rico will be : [substeps] A relaxing vacation. An adventure, full of hiking, urban exploration, and activities like snorkeling.
[header] How to last longer in bed naturally [title] Exercise your pc muscles. [step] You want to work on contracting your pubococcygeus (pc) muscle, which is located between your anus and urinary sphincter. To find it, try stopping your flow while peeing.
When you get it to stop, that is the muscle you are working. Give yourself some time to tighten and contract the muscle during the day, three sets of 15 contractions, which will make it stronger and give you more confidence to use it if you need to slow down.
[header] How to cook fenugreek [title] Grind the seeds to add the flavor without cooking the seeds. [step] Fenugreek seeds are quite hard, so it can be difficult to grind them by hand with a mortar and pestle. Instead, put the seeds in a small coffee grinder and let the machine do the work for you.
[substeps] You can also try to buy fenugreek seeds that are already ground up, directly from the store. [title] Dry roast the seeds on the stove for a more edible addition to your dish.
[header] How to treat psoriasis with biologics [title] Identify different biologics. [step] Biologics are protein-based drugs derived from living cells cultured in a laboratory. There are a large number of biologics used to treat psoriasis.
These drugs target different aspects of psoriasis. Your doctor will decide on your treatment based on your symptoms.
[header] How to clear your skin [title] Cleansing your skin accurately is one of the most surefire methods to receive a clear, radiant tone. [step] However, if you aren't doing this correctly, you could be doing more harm than good. For instance, lukewarm water, rather than hot, is sufficient for entering the pore and rinsing away dirt and oil.
Scrubbing too hard can exacerbate oil production and break down collagen, leaving you with an oily face and fine lines. Make sure to take your skin type into account when choosing a cleanser.
[header] How to start dreads [title] Section your hair into small squares. [step] You'll need a friend to help with this method: they should use their hands or a comb to part your hair into multiple small squares. It's up to you how many squares your friend makes.
Each square will become a single dreadlock, and smaller squares make thinner dreads. Generally , 1-or 2-inch (2.5 or 5 cm) squares are preferable, though it depends on what you want.
[header] How to diagnose conduct disorder [title] Watch for bullying behaviors. [step] A child diagnosed with conduct disorder may bully, threaten, or intimidate others. This person may engage in or initiate physical fights.
For the child with cd, he or she may " get a rise " out of causing harm to other people. [substeps] Think about how this child treats peers and/or siblings.
[header] How to keep beards soft [title] Wash your beard 3 to 5 times a week. [step] Your beard needs as much or more washing than your regular hair. Your beard tends to pick up more debris from food and liquids, which can lead to a rougher beard.
Therefore, it's a good idea to wash your beard at least 3 times a week to remove grime and food particles. [title] Use a mild shampoo to wash your beard.
[header] How to get healthy looking nails [title] Trim your nails regularly. [step] Use manicure clippers to trim your nails straight across and round the tips with a gentle curve. It's easier to trim your nails after a bath or shower since they are soft and more gentle to clip.
Don't file your nails immediately after exposure to water as this may weaken your nails. [title] Buff your nails for a healthy shine.
[header] How to baker act someone [title] Educate yourself about the baker act. [step] The baker act, also known as the florida mental health act (florida statute chapter 394, part i) is a law that was passed to ensure and regulate emergency mental health treatment services for those suffering from a mental illness. This law is meant to protect all people with serious mental illnesses in the state of florida.
[substeps] The baker act provides procedures to guide both voluntary admissions and involuntary examinations of people suffering from a mental illness. The act also provides procedures for the involuntary inpatient placement (civil commitment) for someone suffering a mental health crisis.
[header] How to dress up like a gangster [title] Dress formally. [step] Gangsters in the 20s and 30s dressed up rather elegantly. A typical outfit included an all-black, grey, or pinstriped suit with a tie.
Keep the color scheme simple; stick to black, white, grey or brown. [substeps] If you don't have a suit jacket, then wear a vest and roll up the sleeves of your collared shirt.
[header] How to add an interested party to a renters insurance [title] Add the interested party's name when you initially sign up for the policy. [step] When you complete the initial enrollment process for your renters insurance, you should discuss the possibility of adding an interested party to your policy with the insurance agent. They will be able to discuss the pros and cons with you and answer any questions you may have.
[substeps] The agent will also be able to officially add an interested party to your policy. [title] Contact your renters insurance company to add an interested party after the fact.
[header] How to make the most of your money [title] Pack simple lunches instead of eating at restaurants. [step] Sandwiches and bulk snack items will help your food bill drop. Observe your grocery bills to see what foods or other items (e.g. toilet paper and toothpaste) you buy a lot.
Buy these in bulk to save money and gas. [title] Try cheaper, healthier alternative snack items at stores like trader joe's.
[header] How to row a drift boat [title] Practice using a backstroke. [substeps] Until you are comfortable with your skills, practice your backstroke in a calm area of the river where there are few obstacles and you can easily control the boat. Sit in the row seat facing the bow of the boat (the bow is the high end of the boat).
Place each oar in its oarlock. Face the drift boat downstream so that the bow (and you) are facing downstream.
[header] How to teach your child to blow their nose [title] Teach your child the concept of blowing air intentionally. [step] Blowing air, whether through the mouth or the nose, is a learned skill. Unlike breathing regularly, blowing involves intention.
If your child likes to imitate your actions, start by encouraging imitation when he is well. You should do the action first, and your child can imitate what you do.
[header] How to act perky [title] Seek out positive people. [step] If you want to be perky, a positive attitude is key. Seek to surround yourself with positive, happy people.
You'll end up feeling happier and, as a result, acting perkier. [substeps] Make plans with people who have positive attitudes.
[header] How to wear jeans with sneakers [title] Go with slim fit jeans. [step] Slim fit jeans with a straight leg work best with high tops. Avoid super skinny jean styles and aim for a more tailored look.
The jeans should provide a slim but comfortable fit. If you're having a tough time finding the right fit, getting your jeans tailored is always an option.
[header] How to repair or reshape your motorcycle saddlebags [title] Soak the bags in hot water for 30 seconds in a laundry sink or bathtub. [title] Stuff the bags with newspaper. It will take at least one sunday edition.
[title] When wet, mold the top back into shape. [title] Leave to dry for at least one day.
[header] How to make a military marriage work [title] Devote time to your own interests. [step] Commitment to military service is a 24/7 job. The spouse who is not enlisted needs to spend time and energy on their own passions, too.
This might mean joining a club, taking a class, or carving out time each day for a creative pursuit. [substeps] If you have young children, try to arrange childcare to provide you with time to pursue your interests without having to mind the kids.
[header] How to style curly hair in 20 minutes or less [title] Do a ponytail for a classic look. [step] A pony tail is a simple, classic hairstyle that works on nearly all hair types, curly hair included. To do a classic ponytail, gather your hair in back.
You can gather all your hair, or just clip back part of it. A pony tail can fall high or low, depending on your preference.
[header] How to dress your toddler in spring [title] Choose clothes your toddler will be comfortable in. [step] Make sure to consider your toddler's comfort when dressing her up for spring. Spring days are longer and tend to alternate between cold, warm and wet.
[substeps] Making sure to check the day's weather report will help you decide how best to dress your toddler. Make sure clothes are lightweight and cool, but that they can still protect your toddler from the direct exposure to sunlight when outdoors.
[header] How to find travel destinations on wanderfly [title] Visit the wanderfly website. [title] Enter the city or town you are leaving from. [title] Use the sliders to select how much you want to spend per person, when you want to leave, and how long you want to go for.
[substeps] You can increase your budget or select exact dates by clicking the links underneath the sliders. [title] Enter the city, town, country, state, or continent you want to find travel destination recommendations for.
[header] How to choose a red dress [title] Determine your skin tone. [step] Your skin tone has a big impact on what colors looks best on you, so it's important to know what type you have before choosing a shade of red. Skin tones tend to fall into three categories: warm, cool, and neutral.
[substeps] People with warm skin tones have yellow, peachy or golden undertones and tend to tan more easily. The veins on their inner arms appear green.
[header] How to escape if someone grabs your hair [title] Grab onto the wrist holding your hair with both hands. [step] This is essential step one, as it prevents someone from taking complete control of your body. If someone has a big handful of your hair you pretty much have to go where they pull you, as they have a lot of leverage.
[substeps] You want to allow them to move your head, slightly, but not your hair. [title] Hold the wrist close to your head to limit an attacker's control on you.
[header] How to make potato salad for 50 people [title] Leaving the skins on, cook the potatoes in salted water until easily pierced with a fork. [step] The skins may split, which is fine. You can cook in batches.
[substeps] Choose potatoes roughly all the same size for even cooking. You can cut larger potatoes in half before cooking.
[header] How to be sure to live the good life [title] Live today. [step] Past can't be brought back and the future will always be uncertain. Today is yours, so make the most of it.
Ask yourself' if not now, when? ' [title] Maintain balance. [step] Your life is affected by the four aspects that are mental (brain), emotional (heart), spiritual (faith) and physical (body).
[header] How to get an adrenaline rush [title] Watch a scary movie or tv show. [step] Scary movies are by nature designed to make people fearful. If you are bothered by frightening stimuli in a scary movie, this may encourage a fight or flight response.
This can cause your body to release epinephrine. If you want to get an adrenaline rush, watch a scary movie online or rent a dvd.
[header] How to find the perfect concealer or foundation shade [title] Recognize the difference between skin undertone and skin shade. [step] Your undertone is the true color of your skin, just beneath the surface. Sun exposure, rosacea and acne can change the surface color of your skin, but the undertone never changes.
[substeps] There are 3 possible undertones-warm, cool and neutral. Foundations and concealers are usually divided into one of those 3 categories.
[header] How to have smooth and silky hair [title] Wash your hair a few times a week instead of every day. [step] In order for your hair to stay soft and smooth, it needs the natural conditioning of sebum, the oil that your scalp produces to keep your hair strong. If you wash your hair every day, you rinse away this nourishing oil, leaving your strands feeling dry and coarse instead of smooth and silky.
[substeps] Find the washing routine that's right for you. Some people do it 2 or 3 times a week, while others wash every other day if their hair is especially oily.
[header] How to make loose face powder into compact at home [title] Find a suitable container. [step] Preferably use an old, cleaned out compact or a new one but you could also use a pillbox, flat plastic container, and so on. The main thing is that the item be clean and dry.
[title] Spread paper towel down over the workspace. [step] It is probable that some powder will spill and this makes it easier to clean up after.
[header] How to curl your hair with paper bags [title] Dampen your hair. [step] You can either create these curls after a shower, or just use a spray bottle to dampen your hair. It's important that you work with damp hair, rather than wet hair.
If your hair is too wet when you begin, the paper will soak up the water and will not hold your hair properly. [substeps] For african american hair, start with dry hair.
[header] How to pack an internal frame backpack [title] Be sure to compress all things such as your sleeping bag and clothes into as small a package as possible. [step] If your sleeping bag does not include a stuff sack, you should consider buying one that is both strong and. Your sleeping bag is one of the things you must not get wet, especially if you have a down sleeping bag.
[title] Consider using ziplocs for your clothes. [step] These will ensure that clothing is kept both waterproof in their airtight insides, as well as helping you to compress the clothes.
[header] How to improve your child's fitness [title] Familiarize yourself with the components of fitness. [step] Childhood fitness is multifaceted, encompassing a number of aspects having to do with health and well-being. [substeps] Flexibility pertains to the body's range of motion.
The goal of flexibility training is to have maximum range of motion without pain or stiffness. Strength refers to the amount of weight the muscles can push, pull or support.
[header] How to recognize quality khussa [title] Look for khussa made from high quality leather. [step] Many manufacturers will use inferior leather for the uppers of the khussa and some use poor quality leather for the entire shoe. To avoid this, the uppers should not be a different color leather than the soles.
The shoe should look stiff, not floppy (good khussa leather starts off very stiff and then breaks in to conform to your foot). The leather should appear thick, not thin.
[header] How to take your style out of a slump [title] Change your typical hairstyle. [step] Consider cutting your hair, getting some side swept bangs, or fringing it; this change can get you out of that style slump and change your look. Or, change your hair color.
A big change like this may be just what you need to pull yourself out of your slump, but a streak of color may be just enough. Look at different hairstyles, and think carefully about what you want to look like.
[header] How to teach children to become resilient [title] Build a relationship with your child. [step] Creating a strong relationship with your child helps them develop resilience. Children are more confident and independent when they feel secure in their relationships with the adults in their lives.
They feel loved, accepted, and protected, which helps them to deal with adversity. A good relationship will also give them a safe space to try new things and experience failure.
[header] How to derive the cosine difference formula [title] Draw your unit circle and label as needed. [title] Label the origin as point z with the ordered pair (0 , 0). [title] Label 0 degrees as point y with the ordered pair (1 , 0).
[title] Draw a special angle from the unit circle and label it angle a. [step] This gives us point x, which has the ordered pair (cosa, sina).
[header] How to do simple chromatography [title] Make or buy a chromatography strip. [step] A chromatography strip is a strip of material that the mobile phase mixture, a liquid or gas, moves through. The strip serves as the stationary stage so you can see the rate of travel of the different components in the mobile phase.
You can by specially formulated chromatography strips for superior results, but for simple chromatography you can make your own. Cut a coffee filter into straight strips about 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide and five or six inches long.
[header] How to dress taller [title] Wear monochromatic or low-contrast color schemes. [step] Wearing a single color lengthens your silhouette by creating a stark vertical line from head to toe. Neutral colors within the same color spectrum have the same effect.
Dark color schemes are more effective at creating the illusion of height than light or vibrant colors. [substeps] For example, wear a deep navy blazer over a dark blue button-down dress shirt with fitted navy trousers.
[header] How to deal with vaginal dryness [title] Try lubricants. [step] If your vaginal dryness is a problem during intercourse, using lubricants can help temporarily alleviate the problem. [substeps] Lubricants can be purchased online, in pharmacies, and can also be bought at sex shops.
Lubricated condoms can also be purchased to alleviate vaginal dryness during intercourse. Lubricants should be applied directly to the vagina shortly before intercourse.
[header] How to call germany from canada [title] Buy a phone card that can dial long distance. [step] These can be found at your local supermarket or mall. You can choose one specific to germany or a general worldwide card.
[substeps] Check to make sure you can call to germany with the card you buy. Also look at the fees; you want to be sure you are getting as many minutes as advertised.
[header] How to exfoliate, steam and use face masks [title] Cleanse your face. [step] It's important to start with a clean face before you exfoliate. Wet your face with warm water, and massage a cleanser that fits your skin type into your skin.
Rinse off the cleanser with lukewarm water. [substeps] You can pat your face with a clean towel so it's not dripping but it's not necessary to dry it completely.
[header] How to curl hair [title] Heat up the curling iron. [step] Most curling irons will need about 1-5 minutes to heat up before you can use them. If you try to curl your hair with the iron before it reaches the correct temperature, the curls will not hold.
[substeps] Some curling irons will have different settings which you can play around with until you achieve the best result. Try to keep it at the lowest temperature possible though, to cause less damage to your hair.
[header] How to use makeup to make eyes and lips appear larger [title] Apply concealer. [step] Concealer in a shade slightly lighter than your skin tone illuminates the eye area, eliminates dark circles, and draws attention to dark lashes. Dab it underneath and around the eyes, and blend.
[title] Pick a neutral shade of eyeshadow that matches your skin tone to use as a base. [step] Apply it from your lash line to your brow bone.
[header] How to deskunk your dog [title] Pay attention to your dog's mouth. [step] It is highly possible that your dog may get sprayed in the face. When a dog is sprayed in the face, it can cause vomiting as well as mouth and throat irritation.
You need to rinse out her mouth with water and look for areas of extreme irritation. You also may need to use a rag to wipe out her mouth as well is washing it doesn't get rid of the skunk spray.
[header] How to be less needy with your spouse [title] Build self-worth. [step] Perhaps the most important step in becoming less needy with your spouse is becoming more confident in yourself. In practicing these exercises, you may realize that although you love your spouse, you don't have to spend every waking moment with them, and that it's natural to want to do things on your own.
[substeps] Work on self-love to boost your self-confidence. Identify the qualities you like about yourself and that you are proud of.
[header] How to store raspberries [title] Choose a storage container that provides air circulation. [step] You should not store berries in an airtight container. To stay fresh, berries need some air circulation.
Use the original container they came in, which usually has slots and holes. If don't have the original container, store them in something like a colander.
[header] How to fundraise for your youth sports team [title] Figure out what you are fundraising for. [step] There may be several reasons why your sports team needs to fundraise, but be specific. Create a detailed list of all the things your team needs money for.
Here are some common examples of what sports teams need money for : [substeps] New equipment travel cost team uniforms tournament fees program operations facility rental or repair new stadiums or fields athletic scholarships [title] Set your fundraising goal. [step] After you've created a list of your team's needs, set a funding goal.
[header] How to leave friends when moving (teenagers ) [title] Journal out your thoughts. [step] Journaling is a great tool if you want to work through the emotions that you're experiencing. Get out some paper and a pencil and write out your thoughts, however they come to you.
[substeps] You might express yourself best through poetry or songwriting. You can also try writing out a list of all the worries you have about this new move and what you can do about those worries.
[header] How to pack for el camino de santiago [title] Store your travel documents in a protective case. [step] If you're headed to spain from another country, you'll obviously need a passport or visa. You'll also want to carry a pilgrim credential to track your progress along the way.
Put all travel documents in a plastic case that you have easy access to so they stay safe. [substeps] If you're not sure how to get a passport in your country, contact your local government.
[header] How to know if you have did or dissociative personality disorder [title] Analyze your sense of self. [step] Sufferers of did have several distinct personality states. These states are aspects of themselves which are always present, but which manifest individually and during which the sufferer might not have any memory recall.
The different personality states may create disarray in your sense of self. [substeps] Look for " switches " in personality.
[header] How to play farmville [title] Start slowly. [step] It may seem tempting to try to create an enormous farm right away, but have patience. It is better to start slow than to lose all your money right off the bat.
[title] Know when you will get on farmville again. [step] Each crop takes a certain amount of time to grow (i.e.
[header] How to change the settings in visual mode on itunes [title] Open itunes. [title] Take a look at the menu at the top of the screen. [title] Select " visuals " from the menu, which should open a drop-down menu.
[step] You will see " turn visual on ", " small ", " medium ", " large ", and " full screen ". [title] If you see a check mark by " full screen ", click again to un-check it.
[header] How to obtain a driver's license in oklahoma [title] Register your vehicle in oklahoma within 30 days of your move. [step] This is a requirement for a license in this state. Bring 3 forms of id, the title, proof of insurance and the proper fees to a driver's license examining office near you.
[title] Bring your current license to the local office to bypass the written and driving exams. [step] Also take a second form of identification, such as a certified birth certificate or u.s.
[header] How to buy a carbon offset [title] Research how carbon offsets work. [step] When you buy a carbon offset, your money goes to support a project happening somewhere else in the world that reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Tree planting and soil management projects actively remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, while energy efficiency projects, such as wind and solar farms, reduce overall emissions.
[substeps] Projects are undertaken all over the planet, so you have your choice of projects to support with your carbon offset dollars. Choose a project based on your own personal interests.
[header] How to prepare oolong tea [title] Choose your tea set. [step] For most tea drinkers, a ceramic teapot and cup will provide a good experience. Alternatively, you can put an infuser in your cup and brew a single serving directly.
You can use any infuser, but a large cup-shaped insert works well as it allows the leaves to expand. [substeps] If you're a serious tea drinker interested in learning the chinese tea ceremony, look for a yixing clay teapot.
[header] How to create a picture memorial [title] Locate several of your favorite photographs of this person across a span of time. [step] If they were in your kindergarten class, graduated high school with you and were your best friend well into your 80s, you should have plenty of choices. If you've only known the person for a short time, ask friends and family members for contributions.
If you do not want to use the original photo, copy the pictures at the neatest quality you want. [title] On a large, clean, dry surface lay out your pictures and try to narrow down your initial selections.
[header] How to be awesomely awkward [title] Do whatever you feel would be awkward. [step] If you mess up then hey, it'll just be even more awkward. [title] Every once in a while just do an awkward body movement or an awkward facial expression.
[step] If you don't know exactly what that is, just do something that humans don't usually do because it is generally uncomfortable. [title] Wear ill-fitted clothing, just not too ill-fitting or inappropriate.
[header] How to wear hunter boots in winter [title] Go with a knee-high hunter boot for maximum protection. [step] Knee-high boots not only keep your feet dry but they also keep the bottoms of your pants from getting wet. These are the best options for winter footwear if you want to wear hunter boots.
[substeps] While you can also purchase ankle-length hunter boots, these will not protect your feet from the rain or snow as well as knee-high boots. [title] Choose dark colored boots in the winter.
[header] How to create an e map file with e map editor [title] From the main screen of the e-map editor click on the " add map " button to create a new map [title] Click on the " rename " button to change the file name of the map. [title] Type a new name to identify the map. [step] For example " office ".
[title] Click on the map " office " to import a floor plan in bmp, gif or jpg format. [title] Click on the " load map " button.
[header] How to remove nail polish stains from your finger nails [title] Take a bowl and add warm water and slices of lemon. [title] Soak your nails into the lemon solution for 1-2 minutes. [title] Take the toothbrush and wet it, then squeeze some toothpaste onto the brush.
[title] Gently scrub your nails with it, wetting the nails as you go. [step] The toothpaste should lather up.
[header] How to take care of naughty kids [title] Draft a set of rules. [step] This set of rules should be written with consideration of your child's age. Younger children will need simple, straightforward rules, while older children can begin to understand more complex rules, that may be flexible depending on the situation.
The list should prioritize those rules that are based on the naughty behaviors your children is demonstrating. [substeps] For example, if your child gets aggressive when they don't get what they want, then you should draft a rule that makes this behavior strictly forbidden.
[header] How to expand your capacity for joy [title] Volunteer. [step] One way you can expand your capacity for joy is to volunteer your time for a cause you believe in. This could be a local cause, such as a local homeless shelter, or a national cause, such as a disaster relief organization.
Look for a cause that you feel passionate about and donate your time. Even volunteering a few hours a week can expand your capacity for kindness, and as a result, your capacity for joy.
[header] How to get rid of peeling skin [title] Soak your peeling skin in warm water. [step] There are many ways to soak your skin. For instance, if your back or whole body is peeling, take a bath.
If only your hands are peeling, soak them in a bowl of warm water. Soak for about 20 minutes daily until you notice an improvement.
[header] How to run barefoot [title] Ease yourself into running barefoot. [step] Like an strenuous activity, slowly build up your resistance and stamina. If you train too vigorously before getting your weak muscles acclimated to the work, you will strain your body and surely feel sore and stiff.
This is especially true the older and less active you are so prepare your foot and calf muscles and don't do too much too soon. [title] Start with bare feet on a hard surface for minutes at a time.
[header] How to apply nail polish neatly [title] Remove old polish from your nails. [step] In order to produce a neat and even manicure, you must first remove any old polish from your nails. Acetone nail polish removers dry out your nail, and cuticle.
If possible, use a non-acetone nail polish remover over an acetone nail polish remover. [substeps] Place a cotton swab or ball over the opening of your nail polish remover.
[header] How to clean a scanned manga page in photoshop [title] Scan an image and open it using photoshop. [title] Rotate the image so that it is level. [substeps] Select the ruler tool: on photoshop's' tools' palette, click and hold on the eyedropper tool to access a sub-menu that includes the ruler tool.
Use the ruler tool to " measure " a line in the scanned image that should be horizontal (or vertical). After " measuring " the line in step 2, choose rotate canvas and click arbitrary.
[header] How to make lemon or lime water [title] Chill your pitcher. [step] Put a large glass pitcher in the freezer several hours or up to a day before you plan to make the lemon or lime water. This will keep the water colder for longer.
If you're serving the water in a plastic pitcher, there's no need to chill it before hand. [substeps] Chilling the pitcher gives it a frosty look that's perfect for cooling down guests on a hot summer day.
[header] How to cure oily skin [title] Use a gentle facial cleanser twice a day. [step] Most dermatologists agree that cleansing the skin is the best way to reduce oil. Make sure to use a gentle, ph balanced cleanser rather than regular soap.
Most soaps are highly alkaline and strip the natural acid mantle from the skin leaving it vulnerable to bacteria. [substeps] Products containing benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, or beta-hydroxy acid are often considered best.
[header] How to buff your nails [title] Remove old nail polish. [step] Clean, polish-free nails are essential before you begin filing. Dip a cotton swab in nail polish remover.
Rub each nail until all of the polish is removed. You may need to go over each nail again with a clean cotton swab to remove traces of polish around your nail and on your skin.
[header] How to wind a watch [title] Lay the wristwatch on a table. [step] Remove the wristwatch from your arm or storage. If you wind a watch while it is on the arm, with the watch tight against the skin, the winding motion may not be effective.
[substeps] Winding a watch while attached to your arm places strain on the mechanics in the watch because of the angle on your arm and the stem. Locate the stem, which will be pulled out to wind the watch.
[header] How to fix dough that won't rise [title] Turn up the temperature. [step] Yeast loves nothing better than a warm, moist climate to live its yeasty life to the fullest. If you want your dough to rise, you need to give the yeast what it wants.
[substeps] Fill a baking pan with boiling water, and set it on the lowest rack in your oven. Place the container of dough on the middle rack, and close the oven door and allow the dough to rise.
[header] How to make a headband [title] Choose the ribbon or trim. [step] Craft stores are loaded with cute ribbons and trim. For this project, it is best to choose a ribbon or trim that is thin, measuring 1 " wide or less.
Ideally it will be the same width as the elastic you use. [substeps] If you choose ribbons or trim with embellishments like beads and sequins, make sure that they are only on one side of the ribbon.
[header] How to deep clean a house [title] Clean your dishwasher. [step] Dishwashers can usually be cleaned by running a cleaning cycle. Before doing so, however, use a paper towel to remove any loose bits of food from the bottom of the dishwasher.
[substeps] Usually, to run a cleaning cycle, you place a cleaning solution in the dishwasher and then let it run. Refer to your dishwasher's specific instruction manual for the precise directions for your washer.
[header] How to handle a dramatic sister in law [title] Realize that you may be dealing with a drama queen. [step] The dynamics of a sister-in-law (s-i-l) are complex at the best of times but no more so if she has spent much of her life causing her immediate family to run to her beck and call. The drama queen thrives off drama and having everyone pay attention to her as a result.
[substeps] Sit back at your next family occasion and simply watch. Notice how she interacts with her family members, and how they in turn react back.
[header] How to grill turkey [title] If you are using a charcoal grill, fill a chimney starter to the rim with charcoal and burn the coals until they are lightly covered with ash. [step] Spread the coals in a half circle on one side of the charcoal grate. [title] Place a large, disposable drip pan in the center of the charcoal grate and fill it about halfway with warm water.
[step] This maintains the temperature of the fire. [title] Put the cooking grate in place, close the lid, and let the coals burn down to low heat.
[header] How to wash braids [title] Choose the right shampoo and conditioner. [step] While any shampoo or conditioner will work, it is better to use moisturizing shampoos and conditioners, especially if your scalp is dry and itchy. Some products such as shea moisture african black soap deep cleansing shampoo and giovanni tea triple treat shampoo are made specifically for dry scalps and thick hair.
[title] Apply a generous amount of shampoo onto the scalp, remembering to cover the nape and hairline. [step] Gently massage every inch of the scalp, paying close attention to itchy areas.
[header] How to hook up with a girl at a bar [title] Practice good hygiene and grooming. [step] Present your most attractive self by practicing good hygiene and grooming. Take a hot shower, style your hair, trim your beard or shave (if necessary), and put on cologne.
Try not to throw on too much cologne, as the overwhelming smell may turn off potential dates at the bar. [title] Choose a bar that will have a higher likelihood of single women.
[header] How to care for a baby [title] Feed your little one. [step] Nutrition is one of the key parts of having a happy and thriving baby. Feed your little one according to a set schedule and their age, which can help them grow and keep them active and happy.
[substeps] Choose to breast or bottle feed newborns and infants. Breastfeeding is recommended because it offers the most benefits for your baby.
[header] How to write a quest story [title] Think of a story idea. [step] Be sure to have a thick plot because the quest story is not only about the outward physical journey but also involves the protagonist's inner struggles, and often feeds into a much bigger picture, such as saving a kingdom, rescuing a leader, solving a bigger puzzle, and so forth. [substeps] Consider using flashbacks.
These are formed when you take out a few events from a sequence of events and place it somewhere else to create a flashback or to account for such " time slips ". [title] Include solid, believable and interesting characters.
[header] How to frost a layer cake [title] Chill the cake. [step] The cake needs to be completely cool before you frost it. You can let it cool at room temperature or you can cool the unfrosted cake layers in the refrigerator.
[substeps] Consider cooling the cake layers upside-down. Doing so can help flatten out the top, so it will be easier for you to deal with domes and your cake will look neater when all is said and done.
[header] How to become a wedding planner [title] Get an internship at a wedding planning company. [step] Visit the websites of different wedding planning companies to see if they have any internship opportunities available. If you can't find one, apply to a banquet or event planning internship at a major hotel to get some relevant experience.
[substeps] Make sure your cover letter and resume are well written and up to date. If you're interested in a particular company but can't find any internship opportunities with them, don't be afraid to reach out.
[header] How to buy a modular house [title] Choose a location. [step] When you buy a modular house, you need to own the land before the house is constructed. This means you will have to start shopping for an empty parcel of land to put your house on.
It's a good idea to have at least a general idea of where you want to put your house before you start working with a builder. [substeps] Land is very expensive in some areas, so it's important to understand how much an average parcel will cost in the area you want to live in before you start planning your house.
[header] How to make a faux bob [title] Wash your hair. [step] Rinse your hair in warm water. This will open up the cuticles and make it easier to remove the oil on your scalp.
Apply a quarter-sized amount of shampoo to your scalp. Use your fingers to bring the product to a lather.
[header] How to get clear, smooth skin [title] Pick an appropriate cleanser. [step] Skin can range from dry to oily and in between. When picking out a cleanser, choose one that matches your.
It will say on the bottle whether it's for oily skin, dry skin, combination skin, or all skin types. [substeps] Choose a mild cleanser, such as one that says " for sensitive skin.
[header] How to spot age discrimination [title] Identify discriminatory job advertisements. [step] A notice or advertisement for a job may not require or prefer any age or age range for qualified applicants. The only exception to this rule occurs if the employer can show that age is a bona fide occupational qualification (bfoq).
[substeps] An example of a bfoq that would be allowable is an early retirement requirement for police officers and firefighters who are on active duty. Some courts, however, have limited the exception, so that a fire chief, for example, who does mostly administrative work, could not be forced to retire.
[header] How to make a tomato face mask [title] Make the tomato base. [step] Many different face masks use the same tomato base. Take a good sized, ripe tomato and cut it in half.
Over a small bowl, squeeze the tomato until all the juice and seeds are in the bowl. [substeps] The tomato must be ripe enough or it won't have enough juice in it to make a decent base for your masks.
[header] How to use flipboard for windows 8 [title] Download and install flipboard from the windows app market. [step] Just select the app from the application list to begin downloading and installing it on your pc. [title] Launch flipboard.
[step] Tap its icon from your desktop to launch the application. The first thing you'll see is the login screen.
[header] How to use lock washers [title] Place the lock washer under the threaded fastener. [step] When used correctly, a lock washer will hold the nut or other threaded fastener in place. To help it accomplish this, put the lock washer on first, below the fastener.
If your project calls for other washers or hardware elements, they should go on before the lock washer so that it can hold them in place. [title] Make sure your washer is tight against the fastener and other surface.
[header] How to show off your curves [title] Get properly fitted for a bra and shape wear. [step] Having the right sized bra and undergarments, such as spandex, is important to accentuate or create curves. Ill-fitting undergarments will not enhance your curves, but they may also be uncomfortable.
[substeps] Stores that specialize in quality lingerie can offer you qualified salespeople who will find for you the proper size bra. Note that sizing varies from one company to the next, so you may have a different bra size for each brand you wear.
[header] How to do a doll style look for halloween [title] Prepare your skin. [step] Rub moisturiser in with your fingers. At first it will look oily, but don't worry-that will go soon! If you are having a long night (such as a halloween party or trick or treating) and you would like your makeup to stay on for a long time, use primer.
This will help to add on an extra few hours of that doll-like look. Add this after applying the moisturiser.
[header] How to make memorable sales calls [title] Build rapport by listening. [step] People like to do business with people they like. The first portion of the discussion is all rapport building, or small talk.
Ask about the customer and share about your life, too-hometown, current neighborhood, college stories, favorite sporting teams, vacations, golf, books, current events, good news and goals. All of these topics lead to a deeper, more meaningful discussion.
[header] How to make your skin glow in minutes [title] Exfoliate your face gently. [step] Exfoliation removes dead skin cells, impurities and excess oil while preparing your skin for cleansing and toning. [substeps] Before exfoliating, use a cleanser on your skin.
Gently massage your skin in circular motions for a few minutes to promote blood circulation, to remove makeup and to eliminate excess oil, or sebum. Many cleansers contain exfoliating beads or other ingredients that allow you to accomplish both tasks at once.
[header] How to get back dimples [title] Try to achieve a low but healthy body fat percentage. [step] In order to get a lean physique that shows off back dimples, aim for an athletic level of body fat. For women, that's around 14%-20% body fat.
For men, shoot for 6%-13% body fat. This means eating a healthy diet and doing plenty of high-intensity cardio.
[header] How to reduce expenses in a company [title] Look over your expense report and cut unnecessary expenses. [step] The first thing you should look for are charges for anything that you don't use. For instance, you might have signed up for a free trial of a software service (saas) that you forgot to cancel, and now they're billing your company every month.
Expenses like this are the easiest thing to cut to add a little cash back in to your budget. [title] Offer incentives to staff who help you cut expenses.
[header] How to cook with lime juice [title] Combine lime juice, salt, and minced garlic in a glass bowl. [step] Do not use a metal bowl, since the acidic properties of lime juice can have a chemical reaction with the metal that could taint your food. [title] Add cubed fish to the bowl.
[step] Popular choices include salmon, ahi tuna, halibut, tilapia, and sea bass, but many types of fish and other seafood can actually be used for the dish. Make sure that the fish is completely covered by the lime juice.