How To
How to Adjust the Valves on a Royal Enfield Motorcycle
The single most common maintenance chore unique to the Royal Enfield motorcycle is adjusting the valves or tappets. There is nothing good about noisy valves. Valves that are too loose, or too tight, can be damaged. Let's make adjusting the valves as simpl...
How to Treat Athlete's Foot
Experts agree that athlete's foot can often be treated at home with over-the-counter remedies. It's caused by a fungus that can infect the skin and thrives in wet, warm places. If you notice a scaly rash that itches or burns or that seems to be spreading...
How to Travel
You know you're ready to hit the road and see the world, but you need a little help getting out the door. With some thought and careful planning, you can be headed for adventure sooner than you think. Start planning your escape!
How to Move a Shed
Moving a shed can be very simple or more complex depending upon a host of factors including the shed’s size and condition, the distance of the move, and the means of moving to be employed. In every case, however, careful preparation in planning the move...
How to Survive an Earthquake
Earthquakes strike without (or with limited) warning and are among the most destructive natural disasters. To ride out an earthquake, remember the phrase “drop, cover, and hold on.” Quickly find a spot away from glass, exterior walls, and any objects that...
How to Become a Handbag Designer
Designing handbags can be a great way to profit from your creative spirit and skills. You can design bags as a hobby or career. While it may take a while to reach your goal, you can become a successful handbag designer if you spend some time learning abou...
How to Do a Clapping Push Up
A variation of the standard push up, the clapping push up is a plyometric exercise designed to assist in the development of explosive strength. Clapping push ups are not much more difficult to perform than standard push ups, and require only that you know...
15+ Signs That He Sees You as More Than a Friend
If you've got a guy friend you adore, you may start to wonder: are we really just pals, or does he want something more? Don't worry, we've got your back. By paying attention to his body language and behavior, you can solve the mystery for good. Or, if you...
How to Survive Secret Romances
You like this guy. He likes you back, but you can't publicly be together for some reason. One option is a secret romance, letting you be with this guy, but no-one knows but you two. It's a formula for passion, and a formula for dire trouble, but what's li...
How to Avoid Middle Age Spread
Middle age spread, the tendency to accumulate fat around your abdomen as you get older, doesn’t have to be an inevitability. It’s natural to gain weight as you age beginning as early as your 30s or 40s. However, you can avoid the dreaded “love handles” or...
How to Become a 911 Operator or Dispatcher
Public Safety Dispatchers are the front line of help for the general public. This rewarding career is suitable to anyone interested in helping people. This is a very rewarding job working within the community and helps save lives.
How to Do Research for a Speech
Whether you've been tapped to give a speech at the annual sales convention, or asked to prepare a write a speech for a research paper, you'll need to research your speech to make sure it's as solid as possible. You’ll not only want to be sure that the poi...
How to Plan a Family Reunion
Even though it’s easy to keep in touch with family members via social media, nothing can replace seeing relatives in person. A family reunion is a great way to connect, reflect, and make new memories. To start planning your family reunion, you will need...
How to Interpret a Dream Involving Water
Water is one of the most common recurring images in dreams. If you're wondering what a water dream means, there are many ways to interpret your dream. Keep a detailed record of all dreams you have, do some self reflection regarding your personal life, and...
How to Write a Good College Essay
Writing a college-level essay can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn't need to be overwhelming. Instead, break it up into steps. First, read your prompt carefully, then start compiling your research. While an admissions essay is typically on a person...
How to Use Bibliotherapy with a Child
Reading stories to children is valuable to their development in many ways. Hearing stories helps us connect to others and not feel so isolated in our problems. Bibliotherapy looks at the use of books and stories from a therapeutic perspective, using books...