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How to Avoid Overeating on Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Day involves a lot of delicious and lovingly cooked food. It also offers a lot of temptation to gorge yourself until you feel sick. Balancing the desire to eat as much of the tasty fare as possible with being sensitive to your limits is a cas...
How to Be Polite on the Phone
Understanding proper telephone etiquette is an important skill to have no matter what you do professionally. Whether having a casual conversation with a friend or talking to someone for business reasons, there are ways you can ensure that you are being po...
How to Date a Virgo
Virgos can make great partners. They are loyal and romantic. At the same time, however, they can be critical and aloof. They do not mean ill, however, and usually have good intentions. Knowing how to work with a Virgo's quirks, whether they are positive o...
How to Make a Mummy
The ancient Egyptians had a series of elaborate rituals used to embalm their dead. The most elaborate rituals of all were used on deceased Pharaohs to show respect and prepare them for the afterlife. To make your own mummy at home, wrap a doll or foil for...
How to Care for Your Teeth
Taking good care of your teeth is important for avoiding tooth pain and looking your best. It isn't difficult to do, but it requires developing habits for good oral hygiene, eating a healthy diet, and getting any developing problems treated by a dentist.[...
How to Become a Flight Attendant
Do you feel drawn to the life of a flight attendant? Flight attendants play an important role in air travel, working to help passengers feel comfortable and stay safe. With layovers in hundreds of cities around the world, they have the opportunity to expe...
How to File a Lien
A lien gives you a right in or over property as security for a debt someone owes you[1] X Research source While there are several different types of liens, as an individual you probably are filing either a mechanic's lien or a judgement lien...
How to Fix Nicotine Stained Fingers
Smoking causes a wide range of negative health effects, but it also has some obvious physical effects, such as yellow nicotine stains on your nails and fingers. Yellow stains on your fingers and fingernails may seem like they are permanent, but there are...
How to Be Confident During a Beauty Pageant Interview
The interview section of a beauty pageant can be nerve-wracking, but it’s also a great time to let your audience get to know you. By answering questions about yourself and why are competing in the pageant, you can show the audience why you as an individua...
How to Make a Steak
Is there anything better than a well-cooked steak? Is there anything more disappointing than a bad one? Cooking steak doesn't need to be the difficult process that lots of people think it is. You can learn the basics of cooking and properly seasoning a pi...
How to Determine Screening Constant and Effective Nuclear Charge
In many atoms, each electron is said to experience less than the actual nuclear charge because of shielding or screening by the other electrons. For each electron in an atom, Slater's rules provide a value for the screening constant, denoted by σ. The ef...
How to Choose a Designated Driver
Any time that a group of people goes out to drink, whether it's a planned celebration or an informal meeting, having a designated driver is important. Designated drivers play a vital role in decreasing roadway accidents and helping everyone get home safel...
How to Become a Veterinary Technician
The job opportunities for veterinary technicians are projected to grow 20% from 2016 to 2026 and they make an average of $33,400 per year.[1] X Trustworthy Source US Bureau of Labor Statistics U.S. government agency that collects and reports labor...
How to Move On: Tips to Help You Heal After a Breakup
If you've recently gone through a breakup and are struggling to move on, you're not alone. And while it isn't always easy, anyone can do it with a bit of perseverance and patience. There are no hard and fast rules for moving on, but if you need a little h...
How to Make a Sales Presentation
An effective sales presentation not only educates prospective customers about your product or service, but it also explains how you can meet a customer's specific needs and help them achieve their goals. Creating a successful sales presentation requires...
How to Get Thick Hair
You can add volume to your hair by making sure you care for it properly and making a few really simple changes to your daily routine. Thick hair is healthy hair, so you'll need to make sure that you're taking the necessary steps to provide your luscious l...