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It's time to tackle what people are afraid of more than death: public speaking. Luckily, there are several strategies to help you get through this nerve-wracking event. Preparation is key and can help you speak confidently, no matter what the topic!

Ever see a Jackie Chan movie and wonder how he goes from lying flat on his back to standing up in a flash? It looks like he jumps up from the floor effortlessly, but you can do it too with a little practice!

Scavenger hunts are a very popular game for kids. They are great for parties and summer vacations. Scavenger hunts are not just limited to kids, however; even adults and teens can still enjoy them. They are fairly easy to organize and even easier to play....

Market research is a technique used both by prospective entrepreneurs and established business people to gather and analyze useful information about the market their business operates in. Market research is used for developing effective strategies, weighi...

Making soap at home is a satisfying, inexpensive way to provide for your family's needs or create wonderful gifts for your friends. You can make soap using a kit, but making it from scratch enables you to choose your own ingredients and customize the soa...

Imagine a beautiful day, a perfect picnic, a special someone, a loaf of bread, some cheese, a bottle of wine and... wait, no corkscrew? No problem! There are many simple ways to get that bottle of vino open and the wine flowing! However, to make sure you'...

When you first meet an abusive man, he can seem like your knight in shining armor. Wouldn’t it be great if you could see through his facade? We’re here to help you figure out if your guy is really a prince—or if he’s hiding his true nature. We’ll tell you...

Over the course of a project that involves an adhesive or throughout the process of applying fake nails, your fingers and hands may become coated in glue. Don’t panic; avoid any attempts to peel or rip the adhesive from your skin. Treat the affected area...

Instructions for reloading/loading a pistol that uses a magazine. Methods to maximize reliability, and applicability to the widest variety of handguns.

Many people dream of building their own home. With such a huge project, however, it’s hard to know where to even begin. Fortunately, the process doesn’t have to be so daunting if you simply make a list of everything you need to do and the order you need t...

Whistling may seem simple, but it can take a lot of practice to get the positioning of your tongue just right. And you may be able to get one tone, but how about whistling an entire song? Though there are many different methods out there, the basics can g...

At the end of a long, exhausting day, or on weekend nights when you get home from a party in the wee hours, you may be tempted to skip removing your makeup before you crash into bed. Probably doesn't seem like a big deal, right? Well, it turns out that le...

A snowstorm can bury your car and make it difficult to access, but with the right tools you can clear the snow off quickly. Dress warmly and gather your shovel, broom, and ice scraper before heading out into the cold. Though it may seem like a daunting ta...

Top-loading washing machines usually use a part called an agitator (which looks like a large screw or drill bit in the middle of the washing compartment) to "stir" (or, in other words, "agitate") the clothes being washed. If the agitator stops working pro...

If you’re celebrating a holiday or you just want to make someone feel special, breakfast in bed is a great way to do it. While the standard breakfast-in-bed fare is pretty straightforward—you make breakfast and put it on a tray or table so that the person...

Painting is a great way to give a fresh look to a room, whether you’re taking on an extensive remodeling project or you just want to change things up. Even better, it’s a relatively inexpensive project that you can take on yourself, even if you’ve never p...