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[header] How to control chakra [title] Sit in a comfortable place, free of distractions and noise. [step] Sit with your legs crossed, spine straight, and body relaxed. Focus on your breathing, deeply inhaling and exhaling, and clearing your mind of intruding thoughts.
[title] Picture your root chakra, at the base of the spine. [step] This chakra is associated with health, constitution, and security.
[header] How to do a messy bun (for curly hair ) [title] Start with dry hair, and have everything you need on hand. [step] Once you start making your bun, it will be difficult to open boxes and drawers. Keep a bunch of bobby pins handy, and your hair tie around your wrist.
Try to use a hair tie that matches your hair color. You can find them in black, dark brown, and light brown/beige.
[header] How to measure for a laptop skin [title] Research the laptop skin that you want to purchase from the many that are available online. [step] You will want to investigate several websites before making a final choice because of the number of options that are out there. [title] Choose a website that will best suite your design needs.
[step] This will determine how much measuring you will need to do before ordering the laptop skin. Most websites will ask you for the model of your laptop and will send you a precut laptop skin that will be close to the size of your computer.
[header] How to make fun experiments home [title] Assemble the ink ingredients. [step] To make invisible ink many things can be used, choose from one of the following : [substeps] Orange juice milk lime grape juice. [title] Find a writing implement.
[step] For example, a cotton bud, toothpick, paintbrush or a fountain pen. [title] Write on the paper using the " ink " of choice and the writing implement.
[header] How to practice elimination communication [title] Decide whether you can manage it. [step] If you're unable to supervise your baby all through the day then you'll probably be unable to do it full time. At night the best option would be to use washable diapers (if you're aiming for the most environmental practice) rather than trying to wake baby and disrupting your own sleeping hours.
[title] Get the necessary gear to get started. [step] You'll still need some diapers so buy up a set with multiple sizes.
[header] How to pierce your ear with a safety pin [title] Disinfect your safety pin by boiling in water for a few minutes. [step] Remember whatever you put your pin down on will contaminate it, as will your fingers, so be careful. [title] Numb the part of your ear you wish to pierce with ice cubes.
[step] This will be the most painful part of the the piercing process. Hold the ice to your ear for as long as you can stand, or at least say , 3-5 minutes.
[header] How to curl hair by twisting it [title] Get your hair damp. [step] It's important that you do this on damp hair, rather than wet hair. You can do this technique after a shower, once your hair has air dried about halfway.
If you don't want or need to take a shower, you can simply dampen your hair with a spray bottle. The curls will hold best if done on damp hair.
[header] How to protect garden berries [title] Buy bird netting. [step] Bird netting has ¼ inch holes, making it near impossible for a bird or squirrel to get into the netting. Use commercial bird netting made of plastic or nylon.
You can find bird netting online or at your local hardware store. [substeps] Buy enough bird netting to cover the entire berry plant, or row of berry plants, in your garden.
[header] How to become a police officer in florida [title] Meet basic qualifications to apply to a police training academy. [step] Florida law has established a set of minimum qualifications to become a police officer. If you meet those requirements, you can register for a police training academy, which is the first step you need to take to become a police officer in florida.
[substeps] You must be at least 19 years of age and a citizen of the united states to meet the state requirements to enter an academy. Most agencies will require that you have a valid driver's license too.
[header] How to encourage your child to love learning [title] Let your child play independently if they're younger than 2 years old. [step] Let your child's imagination run wild. Imagination is critical for development and create a world of wonder and learning for your child.
If your child is imagining something or being silly, don't shut their play down. Go along with it and encourage your child to continue creating and dreaming new things.
[header] How to determine if you have pneumonia [title] Identify symptoms of pneumonia. [step] If you think you might have pneumonia, it is important to treat it promptly before it gets worse. The symptoms may worsen gradually over several days or suddenly be very severe from the onset.
Signs of pneumonia include : [substeps] Fever sweating and shivering discomfort in your chest when you cough or breathe, particularly breathing when breathing deeply fast, shallow breathing. This may occur only when you are physically active.
[header] How to dip dye your hair with kool aid at different lengths with different colors [title] Pick any kool-aid color of your choice. [step] Blondes should use around 2 packets and brunettes should use around 3 packets. [title] Fill your cooking pot with about an inch of water.
[step] Put it over the stove and boil until bubbles break at the surface and steam comes up. [title] Once the water is boiling, open a packet of kool-aid and pour it into the water.
[header] How to climb a ladder safely [title] Raise the ladder. [step] Hold the ladder so that each foot is planted firmly against the ground. Lift the top of the ladder and walk towards the wall.
If you have an extension ladder, raise the rungs, either by hand or by using the rope and pulley wheel. [title] Set the ladder at a 75 ° angle with the ground.
[header] How to retire in mexico [title] Consider if you need to hire a relocation consultant or specialist. [step] Moving between countries can be complicated. And there's no need to learn all the details on your own.
Relocation consultants or specialists exist that can help you with all the details your personal situation requires. Do keep in mind, however, that hiring a consultant or specialist will add to your retirement expenses, but in the long-run, it may be money well spent.
[header] How to look great in a yearbook [title] Keep it fresh. [step] Don't forget that your hygiene is just as important as having an amazing smile in your photo. You should take a shower and wash your face before you show those pearly whites.
[substeps] If you normally shower in the evenings, try to make time for a morning shower on the day of your photo. This will make your skin look even better.
[header] How to clean brushed stainless steel [title] Start with water. [step] For basic spills, just plain water will do the trick. Use a soft rag, and apply warm water to the surface.
You can use this method to wipe up spills, as well as small stains. Wipe with clear water once the stain is up.
[header] How to prevent hair from knotting [title] Brush your hair before you wash it. [step] Always use a wide-tooth comb or a paddle brush with plastic tipped bristles, and comb through your hair before showering. This will help stop your hair from tangling when you wash it.
[substeps] As a general rule of thumb, don't brush your hair when it's wet, as wet hair is more prone to damage and breakage. Instead, use a wide-toothed comb to gently detangle your hair.
[header] How to clean a stainless steel watch [title] Remove the watch from the bracelet. [step] Different stainless steel watches require different bracelet detachment methods. Some will need only a simple click of a button to detach their bracelet from their watch head.
Others will need a specialized screwdriver to release the bracelet from the watch head. Consult manufacturer directions for more information about how to remove the watch from the bracelet.
[header] How to develop a good fashion sense [title] Sort through your drawers/wardrobe. [step] It may seem boring and just like a chore, but will be useful and make looking through your clothes much easier. Take out everything and put on the bed.
If something no longer fits or you just don't like it anymore, then put in a plastic bag ready to take to the appreciative charity shop. There's nothing wrong with getting rid of unwanted clothes.
[header] How to use appcake [title] Connect your ios device to your computer using a usb cable. [step] The itunes application will launch immediately upon recognizing your device. [substeps] If your ios device is already jailbroken, skip to part two of this article to install appcake.
[title] Click on your ios device displayed in itunes. [step] If using windows, the device will display in the left sidebar of itunes; if using mac os x, the device will display near the top of your itunes session.
[header] How to introduce your toddler to art [title] Let them explore materials. [step] With young children, art isn't about creating a beautiful final product. Let them learn about materials and suggest what they might use.
Before starting a project, show them what they will be using and allow them to explore their materials. Let them look at and touch items that engage their senses and open up their self-expression.
[header] How to have healthy, shiny silky hair [title] Handle your hair gently when you wash and dry it. [step] The way you handle your hair makes a big difference in its texture and appearance. When you're rough with your hair, it can frizz up and start looking dull.
Hair is a fragile material that should be handled with care, just like a delicate piece of fabric. Here's what to keep in mind : [substeps] When you shampoo your hair don't roughly scrub it.
[header] How to get rid of a dry throat [title] Drink plenty of fluids. [step] As a general rule of thumb, you should be drinking eight 8-oz (250-ml) glasses of water and other hydrating fluids each day. [substeps] Staying hydrated gives your body the resources it needs to produce the amount of saliva needed to keep your throat moist.
Additionally, drinking fluids can also thin and loosen mucus, thereby preventing it from clinging to the interior walls of your throat and causing irritation there. Tea can be an especially good beverage choice for those suffering with dry throats.
[header] How to make toilet training fun for your son [title] Dress your 1-2 year old son in a long shirt that covers to his thighs. [step] This way air will circulate to allow him to feel his private parts. It also stimulates him to want to urinate.
[title] Place a bucket or potty half filled with water on the floor in the bathroom; this way it will be easier to make the transition to the actual toilet. [title] Have an older male sibling, cousin, or friend's son age 4-7 accompany your toddler in the bathroom.
[header] How to hold your syrian hamster [title] Let your hamster get used to his environment. [step] If you have just brought your syrian hamster home, he is going to need some time to adjust to his new surroundings. Let him explore his cage for a day or two before you start trying to hold him.
During this time, he will mark his territory by washing his face and grooming a lot (' scenting'). [substeps] Do not mistake scenting for nervousness or anxiety.
[header] How to rekey a lock [title] Get a rekeying kit. [step] Also called pinning kits, rekeying kits are available at most hardware stores and home centers, as well as online. [substeps] Kits are available for most lock brands and come equipped to do multiple locks, but frequently work for only locks of the same brand.
Some kits include only lock pins, while others include special tools (cylinder follower, ring remover, plug follower) to remove the lock cylinder so you can replace the lock pins. You can order extra pins if you have more locks to re-key than the kit has pins for.
[header] How to make paleo swaps without following the paleo diet [title] Swap coconut or nut milk for dairy milk. [step] Milk and other dairy products are off limits on the paleo diet. If you want to make something that requires milk or you just want a glass of milk, then you can easily swap it out with a substitute like coconut, almond, or cashew milk.
[substeps] You can also try hemp milk, flax milk, or hazelnut milk for a dairy-free alternative to milk. You can even make your own almond milk.
[header] How to do smokey eyes on dark, tan, or indian skin [title] Wash your face. [step] No makeup looks good on clogged skin or skin that still has previous day's makeup on. Start afresh! [title] After you have cleansed thoroughly, use a toner on a cotton ball and pat it on your face.
[step] Regular use of toner will help firm your skin and also reduce sight of clogs and large pores. [title] Apply a very thin layer of foundation and get ready for the next step.
[header] How to grow out your natural hair color [title] Grow your roots at least 1-2 inches. [step] The first step in growing out your natural hair color, is simply that: grow your hair. Wait anywhere from 2-4 months to allow your hair to grow an inch or two.
( if you can stand it, let it grow even longer). You need a base of natural hair at the roots to start with.
[header] How to help your child create a travel journal [title] Before you go, talk to your child and find out what they would like. [step] More creative children may want to draw pictures, others may want stickers or to write in colourful pens. This is their journal, so let them pick what they want and let creativity reign.
Materials you may need are: pens, pencils, a notebook/paper, glue stick (for pictures, menus etc), coloured pencils, stickers/other design products. [substeps] Children don't need leather bound books for their journals.
[header] How to manage curly hair [title] Go medium or long. [step] If you have curly hair, and go too short, you could end up with hair that has too much poof or looks misshapen. The key to managing curly hair can simply be the right cut.
That doesn't mean you shouldn't ever try a short cut. It means you should do it with caution.
[header] How to freeze rice [title] Cook up some fresh rice. [step] Rice freezes best when it's still full of moisture. Heat up a batch of your favorite style of rice in your rice cooker or on the stovetop.
Whatever's left over can go in the freezer. Preparing and freezing rice in bulk at the beginning of the week can free up a lot of time that you would otherwise spend fixing individual batches.
[header] How to do doll like makeup [title] Apply foundation. [step] Use your finger, a blending sponge, or a brush to apply liquid foundation evenly all over the skin of your face in light, circular dabbing motions. [substeps] Use foundation that matches your skin tone, or is just one shade lighter.
Feel free to apply foundation makeup a little thicker than you would normally, as the doll look features a porcelain or plastic face that is unlike natural skin. Add concealer to any blemishes, red patches, or dark circles under the eyes so that your face color is completely even.
[header] How to make a weekly calendar for kids (visual ) [title] Create seven columns on a piece of white construction paper. [step] Make one column for each day of the week, starting with sunday and ending with saturday. Use a ruler to make the seven days even and the lines straight.
[title] Label the columns with the days of the week. [step] You can either write them out or use stickers.
[header] How to prevent bed wetting [title] Realize that bedwetting is normal. [step] Although it may be inconvenient for you and embarrassing for your child, bedwetting is normal behavior in children. You can rest easy knowing that in many cases bedwetting will come to an end as your child grows older.
Until then you can patiently and calmly work with with your child until she has outgrown the ages most commonly associated with bedwetting. [substeps] Bedwetting is common in children of up to around five years of age.
[header] How to care for permed hair [title] Touch your hair sparingly. [step] It can be tempting play with your new curls or waves. But it can take the perming chemicals anywhere from 24-48 hours to lock the shape in your hair permanently.
In addition, your hair will still be fragile from the process. Leaving your hair be for a couple of days can help ensure that your hair maintains its shape for the longer term.
[header] How to deal with peeling skin [title] Cool the skin to prevent peeling. [step] If your skin is starting to peel, it's a good idea to immediately jump in a cold shower or bath. The cold water will soothe your skin, and it will also prevent your skin from peeling so fast by cooling it down.
[substeps] Pat your skin in order to dry it with a clean and soft towel. If you rub the skin with the towel, you could make the peeling worse.
[header] How to tell if vaginal discharge is normal [title] Expect changes in appearance over the month. [step] It's completely normal for the appearance of your vaginal discharge to vary slightly over the course of your menstrual cycle. Changes in the appearance of discharge occur because your vagina is responsible for a number of different functions.
This includes cleaning itself, staying moist, and fighting off potential infections. [substeps] Keep track of your period so you will know when to expect certain changes.
[header] How to measure mass [title] Know that f (force) = m (mass) * a (acceleration). [step] This simple equation is what you'll use to convert weight into mass (or mass into weight, if you want to). Don't be worried about what the letters mean-we'll tell you : [substeps] Force is the same thing as weight.
Use newtons (n) as weight. Mass is what you're solving for, so it may not be defined to begin with.
[header] How to stop making excuses for toxic parents [title] Take a step back from your parents. [step] Get some space so you can gain perspective on your parent's behavior and your relationship with them. If you're around toxic or abusive behavior all the time, you may get used to it.
Taking a break can help you get a clearer-eyed look at what's wrong. [substeps] If you still live with your parents, creating some distance can be tough.
[header] How to accessorize with jewelry [title] Accessorize for the occasion. [step] Your jewelry should be appropriate for where you are going. Are you wearing jewelry to work? This is time to be more conservative with your accessorizing.
Are you at a formal event? If so, consider wearing more fine jewelry and gemstones. Are you hanging out with friends or going to a party? Then be playful, fun and more daring with your look.
[header] How to get tested for stds without letting your parents know [title] Find out if your clinic of choice accepts walk-ins. [step] At some clinics you can just drop in for an appointment, and at other clinics you may have to make an appointment. Call ahead or visit their website and make an appointment if necessary.
Provide as much detail as you can about your concerns. You want the health professionals to be able to help to the best of their ability.
[header] How to oppose a motion to dismiss [title] Identify why the defendant seeks dismissal. [step] You should receive a copy of the defendant's motion to dismiss. Once you receive it, read through the document and look to see why the defendant seeks dismissal.
Generally, a defendant seeks to have a case dismissed for the following reasons : [substeps] You didn't serve the complaint properly on the defendant. You haven't stated a valid legal claim in your complaint.
[header] How to resist a begging dog [title] Look away from those begging eyes. [step] Giving your dog any attention when it's begging only encourages it to beg more. Plus, if you look at your dog, you're more likely to give in.
If you give into your dog and feed it food sometimes, that teaches it will be rewarded for this behavior. By ignoring the dog altogether, your dog will learn that begging doesn't get it anywhere.
[header] How to get to krakow [title] Catch a direct flight to kraków airport (john paul ii international airport) from warsaw or major european cities, such as munich, london, edinburgh, madrid, prague, paris or berlin. [step] Carriers include lot polish airlines, czech airlnes, jet2.com and lufthansa. [title] Fly to warsaw chopin airport, located in the south-western portion of the capital city.
[step] From there you have options to kraków by air, train, bus or hired car. [title] Take a flight to katowice airport, located 31 miles (50 km) north-west of kraków.
[header] How to apply powder blush [title] Use powder blush if you have oily skin. [step] Forms of blush made out of liquid and cream do not hold up well on oily skin. Powder blush, on the other hand, deals with natural oil extremely well, lasting far longer without the need for constant reapplication.
[title] Pick a blush shade that matches your skin tone. [step] If you're going for a natural look, you'll want to pick a blush color that complements your skin tone.
[header] How to street dance [title] Choose the right footwear. [step] You will want sturdy shoes for street dancing. [substeps] Well made sneakers or high top hip hop shoes will work very well for street dancing.
Try to avoid wearing old, beat up shoes. The style of sneakers you wear doesn't matter as much, but it is important that they are sturdy and comfortable.
[header] How to give great customer service using e mail [title] Give each customer a personal response. [step] When a customer sits down to e-mail your company, it's because he needs help. He chooses e-mail because it's quick, but his request still warrants a satisfying and personal response! Companies eager to save time and money often take automation too far in their customer support.
Each customer has a unique question, and deserves a unique answer. Even if you save time by copying and pasting stock replies, change the opening and closing to make the message sound less robotic.
[header] How to bounce back from disappointment [title] Acknowledge your feelings. [step] The first step in bouncing back from disappointment is acknowledging your feelings. Avoiding your feelings or pushing them to the back of your mind will only prolong your recovery.
[substeps] Spend an evening during which you allow yourself to think about the disappointment and feel all the feelings associated with it. Try writing down your feelings in a journal or diary.
[header] How to belay [title] Make a loop in one end of the climbing rope. [step] Most professional climbers recommend tying in the climber with a figure 8 follow through knot. Start by making a loop, or bight, about three feet (one meter) from the end of the rope.
[title] Bend the tail around the rope below the loop. [step] While holding the loop you have just made, pass the tail of the rope around the front of the main strand a little bit below the bottom of the loop.
[header] How to write a eulogy for a father [title] Remember it's a eulogy and not an obituary. [step] A eulogy is different from an obituary. An obituary is an overview of the facts of someone's life.
It covers things like achievements, career, place of birth, surviving family, and so on. Eulogies focus on capturing the essence of who someone was.
[header] How to do a professional ponytail [title] Dampen your hair. [step] Slightly wet hair will be easier to shape to the desired style. Don't style your hair straight after the shower, since soaking wet hair breaks easily.
[substeps] A squirt bottle works well for light dampening. If your hair is dirty or oily, wash it, then wait until it is about 80% dry.
[header] How to care for tan leather shoes [title] Wipe down your leather shoes with a soft cloth after each wear. [step] Run the cloth over the surface of your shoes each time you take them off for the day. Doing this regularly will prevent dirt and grime from building up on your shoes.
[title] Polish your leather shoes once a month. [step] A regular polishing routine will keep your shoes looking new.
[header] How to receive a massage [title] Remove your clothes and wear whatever makes you comfortable. [step] There will be a sheet covering your body. The therapist only pulls away the part of the sheet of the part of the body they are massaging.
Be suspicious if they want to force you to strip. [title] Before the massage, a hot sauna or shower, if possible is nice.
[header] How to make soup [title] Make a single vegetable soup. [step] Although other flavors are usually added to a soup focused on a single vegetable, such a soup is predominantly the flavor of the main vegetable used. Examples include : [substeps] Tomato soup or creamy tomato soup pumpkin soup cauliflower soup carrot soup cabbage soup sweet corn soup.
[title] Make vegetable-based soups which contain a variety of vegetables and other ingredients. [step] Soups which mix veggies can come up with an enormous range of delicious flavors.
[header] How to formula feed a premature baby [title] Bond with your baby. [step] When your baby is being fed with tubes, you might find it difficult to connect with her. Talk to your nurses about doing kangaroo care, which helps you bond with your baby.
With this technique, you hold your unclothed baby (wearing a diaper) against your naked chest. One option is to wear a baggy button down shirt.
[header] How to avoid being cyberbullied [title] Don't post anything online you want to keep private. [step] Private messages, pictures, texts, and other content aren't truly private. Once they're out there, a bully could get of a copy and use it to harm you.
It's best not to post anything inappropriate, embarrassing, or overly personal online. [substeps] Try the " grandma test " as a rule of thumb: before sharing anything online, ask yourself if you would also show it to you grandmother.
[header] How to sell to hospitals [title] Learn about hospital regulations and standards. [step] For a vendor, the products and services offered need to be good enough to fit the hospital's mandatory standards for purchase. Read up on medical regulations in your state or area and make sure that your wares comply.
[substeps] Standards for hospitals are usually determined regionally or by state. Different states may have different regulations, so it's important to know the standards for the state you're selling in.
[header] How to clean white vans shoes [title] Mix up a cleaning solution. [step] Using a mixture of laundry detergent and warm water is an easy way to clean vans. Into a large bowl, mix 1/4 cup laundry detergent and 2 cups warm water.
If your vans are extremely dirty, you may need to mix up a clean batch for the second shoe. If you're low on laundry detergent, here are other cleaning solutions you can try.
[header] How to use olaplex [title] Find a stylist you trust at an olaplex-affiliated salon. [step] Olaplex is a beauty product that is only sold in select salons. Find a salon that you like and trust that carries olaplex and make an appointment for a treatment.
Since the treatment is incorporated into your existing color/styling appointment, it won't add very much extra time to your time at the salon. [substeps] You can use the olaplex online salon locator at https: // locator.
[header] How to maintain your spa or hot tub [title] Use test strips to check the chemical and mineral levels in your spa. [step] You should be checking and adjusting the chemical levels in your spa 1-2 times a week. You can buy spa test strips from most department stores or from a spa store.
Packages of these strips cost around 7 dollars, and some test strips provide 6-in-1 readings, including total alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine, ph, bromine, and total hardness. Put these strips in your spa for as little as 15 seconds and then view the results.
[header] How to braid your hair with a ribbon [title] Wash your hair if it's not clean. [step] If clean, brush it. [title] Add your parting where you would like it to be.
[step] A parting will work best if it's in a place where it has been parted before, so as not to pull your hair or look askew. [title] Split your hair into three almost equal sections.
[header] How to get married in vermont [title] Check if you are eligible. [step] You must meet certain requirements to get a marriage license. Before heading out to the town clerk's office, check that you meet the following : [substeps] You must be at least 18 years of age.
If you are 16 or 17, you'll need your parents' or guardians' consent. Anyone over 18 who is under a guardian's care must have their guardian's permission.
[header] How to speed up metabolism with fat calories [title] Eat enough calories. [step] You should consume enough calories for your body. Otherwise, your body will go into starvation mode, which means your metabolism will decrease dramatically to save energy.
In starvation mode, you won't be burning many calories. To avoid this scenario, you should eat enough to match your resting metabolic rate.
[header] How to choose versatile bridesmaid dresses [title] Remember not every person will look good in the same type of dress. [step] It's difficult to pick one dress that will fit multiple body types. You may find one that fits several people well and not others.
Keep that in mind as you look for a universally " good " dress. [substeps] For instance, a dress with a well-defined waistline looks good on a person with an hourglass figure, while a pear-shaped person looks better in a dress with a fitted top and a slightly fuller skirt.
[header] How to create an organization chart [title] Look at how your organization makes decisions. [step] Most businesses are generally either arranged horizontally or vertically. Horizontally means the structure of power is spread out among employees.
A vertical structure means that the power in the company is primarily hierarchical, moving from general employees to middle managers and then to top managers. [substeps] In a horizontal system, more employees are empowered to make decisions.
[header] How to clean asphalt [title] Remove loose residue from the asphalt surface. [step] Use the oblong push broom to sweep away leaves, grass cuttings, loose dirt and other residue that is lightly resting on the surface. Removing all loose dirt and grime will make the task of actually cleaning the asphalt much easier.
[title] Soak the asphalt with a steady stream of water. [step] Use the garden hose to apply the water over the surface.
[header] How to grow a goatee [title] Make sure you have the face for a goatee. [step] A goatee is a good beard to grow if you have a weak chin, or a rounder face. It can help cover up and fill out that part of your face.
A goatee is a versatile beard that can look good on many faces, though you may find another beard type that will look better on you. [title] Consider the contrast between your skin tone and hair color.
[header] How to approach an unfair teacher to change your grade [title] Think about this particular teacher. [step] Have they been known to stand firm with their grades? Have they been unfair in the past? Thinking about these things will help you formulate your method for approaching the teacher. [title] Ask for opinions from others.
[step] Whether it be a family member, or a friend who's amazing at the subject you're in, getting a second opinion is important. They can tell you what they feel your grade should be.
[header] How to understand the cry of babies [title] Learn the " hunger " cry. [step] A baby who is ready to be fed is likely to begin crying quietly and slowly. The cry will build in volume, becoming loud and rhythmic.
Each individual wail is likely to be short and low-pitched. The cry of hunger is a cue to feed your baby, unless you have fed your baby recently and are certain that your baby does not need more to eat.
[header] How to remove car battery terminals [title] Open the hood of the car and use the support bar to prop it open. [title] Locate the battery within the engine compartment. [step] If you're unsure about which part is the battery, then check your owner's manual.
Some vehicles have their battery in the trunk, under or behind an access panel. [title] Check the positive post to be sure that the cover is on.
[header] How to get rid of starlings [title] Deter starlings from eating livestock feed. [step] Farms often attract starlings, but the birds can eat your livestock feed and spread disease to your animals. Using feed and feeding methods that do not attract starlings can help keep the birds off of your farm.
[substeps] Provide either granular feed or large pellets (at least 0.5 inch in size) that are more difficult for starlings to eat. Do not put animal feed directly on the ground.
[header] How to calculate goodwill [title] Understand how the average profits method is applied. [step] Under this method, goodwill is equal to the average profits for a set time period, multiplied by the number of years. This is the simplest and the most common method to calculate goodwill.
[substeps] To summarize the formula: goodwill = average profits x number of years. For example, if you used the average annual profits of the years 2010-14, you would multiply the average by 5.
[header] How to attract abundance [title] Acknowledge the positive things in your life. [step] The prevalent philosophy on attracting abundance encourages that you focus on what you do have, rather than what is lacking in your life. For example, instead of focusing on not having reached your monetary goals, acknowledge the things you already possess, such as a roof over your head, food in your refrigerator and your good health.
[title] Express gratitude for the blessings in your life. [step] Being thankful for what you already possess allows your energy to flow in the direction of creating and attracting more good things.
[header] How to reset, restart and restore an iphone, ipod touch or ipad, or fix a crashed idevice [title] Press and hold the power and home buttons. [step] If your ios device is frozen or acting sluggish, restarting it will usually fix the problem. Press and hold both the power and the home buttons.
[substeps] On the iphone 7 and 7 plus, press and hold the power and volume down buttons instead. [title] Hold both buttons until you see the apple logo.
[header] How to wire transfer money [title] Learn about wire transfers. [step] A wire transfer is an electronic method of transferring funds from one person or company to another. One common method of sending a transfer is from one bank to another.
To send a wire transfer, the sender provides information on the receiving party's financial institution to their own bank. Once the transfer is complete, the sender's bank provides a confirmation number documenting the transfer.
[header] How to wrap a toga [title] Fold the long side of a bed sheet in half. [step] Find a full, queen or king-sized flat sheet and fold it in half. If you want a longer toga, fold the sheet only a quarter.
[title] Drape one end over your shoulder. [step] With the long side of the sheet behind your back, drape one corner over one of your shoulders.
[header] How to clean a sauna [title] Scrub the benches, walls, and backrests after use. [step] Dip a hand brush into a bucket of water and scrub down all the areas where you, or any other people, sat during the steaming. 30 seconds of scrubbing should be enough for regular cleaning.
Rinse the wood down with clean water when you are finished. [substeps] Keep your brush and bucket near the door to remind you to clean as you leave the sauna.
[header] How to jog without any lower back pain [title] Buy supportive shoes. [step] Back pain can be a sign of shoe wear and tear. Joggers should replace their shoes at least every year, even if they appear to have little wear and tear on the outside.
[substeps] Use running shoes for jogging and use cross-training shoes for other exercise. There is a great deal of variety in athletic shoes.
[header] How to get into the retro fashions [title] Try wearing dresses with big and bold patterns. [step] For example, go for polka dots. People of those ages really wore dresses with big and bold patterns and it makes you look chic.
[title] You can wear small patterns such as small flowers etc. [step] Or big patterns such as geometrical shapes, polka dots, etc.
[header] How to bake boneless skinless chicken [title] Preheat the oven to 177 degrees celsius (350 degrees fahrenheit). [title] Remove the chicken breasts from the refrigerator. [step] Make sure to use fresh chicken breasts within two days of placing them in the refrigerator.
[substeps] If using frozen chicken, thaw it in the microwave or in a pot of cold water. Frozen chicken can be stored up to nine months.
[header] How to relactate [title] Consider the time frame. [step] Your odds of success mostly depend on how old your baby is and how long it's been since you initially stopped breastfeeding. Your genes will also determine how feasible relactating is.
[substeps] It is easiest to relactate if the process is started within three weeks after the birth of your baby. After that period, prolactin levels drop dramatically.
[header] How to wash newborn hair [title] Rinse your newborn's hair for the first bath. [step] Because the hair and skin of a newborn are so delicate and sensitive, you don't actually need to use shampoo or cleansers. For your newborn's first bath, just pour a little plain water over their scalp.
Pat the newborn's scalp dry with a soft towel. [substeps] You don't need to scrub, massage, or really wash the scalp until they're a little older.
[header] How to get your kids to eat [title] Cook with your kids. [step] Getting your kids involved with the process is a great way to make them more interested in food. Most kids also love to " help, " so ask for some assistance when preparing your next meal.
Treating cooking as a fun way to spend time together will make a positive impression on your child. This will make them more curious to test the finished product, further increasing the chances of your children wanting to eat the food.
[header] How to make a " draw my life " video [title] Start a document either on physical pieces of paper or digitally on your computer to store all of your information. [step] This document will include any and all notable events in your life, so you will need plenty of paper if you are using physical paper. [title] Contact your family.
[step] Chances are, your family will have the most intimate knowledge of your life and can help describe who you are. Your parents, in particular, will remember what you were like as an infant and a young child much better than you can.
[header] How to get rid of a pimple [title] Apply a hydrocortisone cream. [step] Hydrocortisone cream is the next-best thing to cortisone injections. Directions will vary depending on which hydrocortisone cream you use.
Generally, though, you can apply the cream directly to your pimple up to twice daily. [substeps] Hydrocortisone cream can, if used excessively, thin the skin and lead to more breakouts.
[header] How to make banana fritters [title] Mash the bananas. [step] Peel both of the bananas and slice them into small chunks. Then place the chunks in a sturdy, medium sized bowl and mash them using a potato masher or with a fork.
If you don't have a potato masher, place the slices in a blender or food processor. [substeps] You can also mash with a large spoon, though it may take slightly longer.
[header] How to get out of a car gracefully without showing your underwear [title] Prepare your clothing. [step] Before you even open the door, get your skirt or dress ready for your exit. [substeps] If you're wearing a miniskirt, pull the cloth down to cover as much of your thighs as possible.
If you're wearing a longer skirt, dress, or train, pull it down to cover your knees and push any excess fabric toward the center of the car so that it doesn't get caught around your feet when you exit. [title] Open the door as far as you can stretch your arm.
[header] How to teach financial literacy [title] Explain how to accurately estimate income and expenses. [step] Make a spreadsheet or write a sample monthly budget with a pen and paper. List total income, and break expenses up into categories, such as car payments, insurance, a cell phone bill, and entertainment.
[substeps] Mention that income and expenses can fluctuate month to month, so tracking them over time is important. [title] Make the sample budget relevant for your student or child.
[header] How to make a ristretto (espresso coffee ) [title] Choose your coffee beans. [step] You can choose beans that you would use for an espresso, such as an arabica or robusta bean. An arabica bean will be sweeter with hints of berries and a higher acidity.
The robusta has a stronger, nuttier taste and contains more caffeine than the arabica. [substeps] Check out local coffee beans for new and different kinds of arabica or robusta beans.
[header] How to wear a midi skirt [title] Select a skirt that falls at mid-calf. [step] A midi skirt is typically supposed to be worn at mid-calf-length. That is where the name " midi skirt " originates from.
Depending on your height, it can be difficult to find a skirt that comes down to that length. If that's the case, you can choose to wear it shorter or get it altered.
[header] How to get started in fashion [title] Realize that fashion is a cut-throat industry. [step] Yes, it might look fun on the outside but the only pretty thing about it is the beautiful clothes you see on the runway. [substeps] In this industry you have to be fast paced, extremely passionate and tough.
[title] Decide what exactly you want to do. [step] Do you want to be a designer, stylist, make-up artist? Do your research! [title] When you finally decide, start looking at colleges and universities that offer programs and degrees for your chosen field.
[header] How to buy clothing for women over 50 [title] Look through your closet to determine what styles you have that are old, outdated and unflattering and get rid of them. [substeps] A good clothing tip for women over 50 is to not wear anything that is over 10 years old. Exceptions to this rule are classics, such as nice-fitting blue jeans, crisp blouses and sleek skirts.
[title] Take your measurements to be sure you will be shopping for sizes that fit. [step] Though you may have worn the same size for years, measuring will help you find clothing that fits perfectly and flatters your mature figure.
[header] How to fend off an attacker [title] Remember that every part of your body and everything on your person has the potential to be used as a weapon. [step] This includes items you may carry in your pockets such as pens, keys, or small pistols. [title] Open your hands and keep them in front of you in a pleading position when confronted by a potential attacker.
[step] Clenched fists give away your readiness to strike. Open hands present a non-threatening appearance that will cause an attacker to let his guard down, while still leaving you the options to suddenly strike or grab.
[header] How to cut a limb from a tree [title] Wait until your tree is dormant in the winter to make your cuts. [step] Pruning your tree when it's dormant gives it time to heal before threatening pests arrive. If you have particularly cold winters, wait until the coldest part of winter is over before you prune your tree.
[substeps] Pruning in the winter will also help your tree grow more during the spring. Avoid pruning your tree during the growing season or you could stunt its growth.
[header] How to ride a bus [title] Figure out how to get where you are going. [step] Contact your local bus or transit system and get help from a " route planner " or buy a map book. Make sure your map book is current.
But remember, schedules can change on very short notice or as a consequence of things the driver can't control, like really bad traffic. Most systems also have on-line informational resources.
[header] How to shrink leather shoes [title] Be cautious when using this method. [step] Water has the potential to damage leather, and if you use too much your shoe may become stiff, stained, or cracked. Optionally, you may apply a leather guard or leather protector solution to the surface you plan on treating, but this may make the shoe more resistant to water treatment.
[substeps] If you do apply leather guard to your shoe, allow it to dry completely before you continue. [title] Get the sides or top of the shoe damp.
[header] How to make your feet smell good [title] Soak your feet in water and baking soda. [step] Sodium bicarbonate, commonly known as baking soda, is an effective remedy to eliminate foot odor as it neutralizes the ph of your sweat and reduces the amount of bacteria on your feet. [substeps] Add baking soda in warm water (one tablespoon for every cup of water) in a tub or foot basin.
Soak your feet for 15 to 20 minutes every night for about one week. To add a nice smell to the soak, squeeze the juice of one lemon into the baking soda and water.
[header] How to decorate a grave site [title] Pick the best floral option for the time of year. [step] When fresh flowers are available, especially in the spring and summer, most cemeteries would prefer that you bring fresh flowers. However, if you want something else, consider a small flowering shrub, which will continue to bring beauty to the grave site for many years.
[substeps] If you want a flowering shrub or flowers, pick something small, native, and easy to maintain. Check with a local nursery to ask what would be best for your area.
[header] How to take dreads out [title] Separate your dreads into single locs. [step] Isolating your hair into single locs will make them easier to comb out. Undo any hair ties and start working with one loc at a time.
Start with an easily accessible loc on the side of your head and use a mirror so that you can see what you're doing. [substeps] It may be easier to have a friend comb them out.