How To
How to Give Good Hugs
The first step of giving a good hug is knowing when to hug. Hugs are not always appropriate – but when someone really needs a hug, you can make their day by stepping in to embrace them. To give a good hug, you will need to create a warm and welcoming spac...
How to Calculate Cube Root by Hand
With the use of calculators, finding the cube root of any number may be just buttons away. But perhaps you don't have a calculator, or you want to impress your friends with the ability to calculate a cube root by hand. There is a process that appears a bi...
How to Cure a Dog's Stomach Ache
From time to time we all suffer the discomfort of stomach ache — and dogs are no different. If you suspect your dog has stomach ache, there are actions you should take to help him feel comfortable and reduce the risk of it developing into sickness or diar...
How to Train and Care for Your New Siberian Husky Puppy
Siberian huskies are popular because of their friendly temperament and easy grooming. They are loyal dogs that are great for families. Huskies are also notoriously stubborn and difficult to train. If you're considering bringing home a loving husky puppy,...
How to Make Windows 7 Search File Contents
This wikiHow teaches you how to search for files by their content instead of just their titles on a Windows computer. You can easily do this on a case-by-case basis by using a folder's search bar, or you can enable content searching for all searches.
How to Make an Eyepatch
The eyepatch is a staple accessory for do-it-yourself costumes. While eyepatches do serve a medical purpose, they more commonly seen today as a costume. The most famous use of the eyepatch is the pirate costume, but you can be creative and add an edge to...
How to Come Out to Strict Religious Parents When You're Gay
The decision to come out as gay can be very difficult. You want to be honest with those you care about, but you don't know how they will react. Things can get even more complicated if you have strict religious parents, especially if they think gay love is...
How to Repair a Laptop Key
This wikiHow teaches you how to attempt to fix an unresponsive keyboard key. If cleaning the key's slot and re-seating the key doesn't fix your key's problems, you may need to replace the key altogether.
How to Root Forsythia
Forsythia is a hardy, colourful bush that can brighten up any garden and help to attract birds, bees and butterflies. Forsythia plants tend to root deep in the ground and have large root balls, making it difficult to transplant the whole bush. One altern...
How to Become a Licensed Electrician
If you're technically adept and interested in providing a service that helps the modern world go round, consider becoming an electrician. Licensed, or master, electricians are highly trained technicians whose responsibilities include everything from repla...
How to Eat the Things You Want to and Still Lose Weight
If you’re trying to shed a few pounds, you might be worried that you’ll have to stop eating all of the foods you love. However, cutting foods completely out of your diet actually increases your cravings and makes it tougher to manage your weight. By chang...
How to Say Hello in Romanian
If you are visiting Romania, Moldova you will want to be able to greet others in Romanian. Romanian is a Romance language with formal and informal modes of address, so be sure to ascertain the most appropriate greeting for the context you are in. When in...
How to Care for a Library Book
Libraries provide a great service by letting you check out and read their books for free. To make sure everyone in your community or school has the opportunity to read the books in a library's collection, it's important to keep the books you borrow in goo...
How to Recover from a Cold
Colds are viral infections that affect your nose and throat. The most common symptoms of a cold are congestion, watery eyes, sore throat, cough, headache, and sneezing. These symptoms can be rather bothersome, but there are treatments that can help your s...
How to Deal With a Snob
Chances are you have encountered a snobbish person at some point in your life. If you have to deal with one on a daily basis, it can be difficult not to lose your temper or find yourself very irritated. But, there are ways to deal with a snob without nega...
How to Turn Sunburn Into a Tan
After a day in the sun, you return home and notice that your skin is bright red. Don’t panic—sunburns can be painful, but they usually fade into a nice tan, and there are actually things you can do to speed up the healing process. Below we break down the...