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How to Spot a Pathological Liar
A pathological liar is someone who compulsively tells lies or fabricates information out of habit. They may not be completely rooted in reality, believing the lies they tell, often in an effort to remedy low self-esteem. To spot a pathological liar, pay a...
How to Convert a PDF to a Word Document
This wikiHow teaches you how to convert a PDF file to the Microsoft Word document format. When you convert a PDF to a DOCX or DOC file, you can make changes to the file as needed. You may lose some special formatting in the conversion process, but you can...
How to Assess Your Relationship Stage
Most relationships go through distinct stages, each one with different challenges and characteristics. You might not pass through each stage or each step in your relationship. It can be challenging to determine which stage you're in, but each stage of a r...
How to Identify Spiders
There are over 44,000 spider species in the world, and the only way to conclusively identify one is to have an expert examine its anatomy under a microscope. However, familiarizing yourself with spiders’ defining characteristics can make your guesses abou...
How to Tell Someone That You're Sorry
Sometimes, the only way to make things right is to say “I’m sorry.” But there’s more to an effective apology than just 2 little words. A good apology identifies what you did wrong, acknowledges the aftermath, and lets the other person know you’re trying t...
How to Change an Eyebrow Ring
Changing your bar or ring in an eyebrow piercing can be tricky. Understanding the type of eyebrow piercing, how to safely remove your ring, how to clean the ring and piercing site, and how to comfortably place a new eyebrow ring can be very simple. If you...
How to Care for a Cast Iron Skillet
A cast iron skillet that is cared for properly can last for the rest of your life. Seasoning the skillet and cleaning it with salt and vinegar will preserve its natural nonstick surface and keep it from getting rusty. If you want to learn how to keep your...
How to Build a Simple Dog House
Whether you have an outdoor or an indoor dog, dog houses are a worthwhile investment. A dog house can serve as a permanent shelter for outdoor dogs, or as a place for indoor dogs to hangout while they're outside. However, building a dog house is a somewha...
How to Sneeze Quietly
Some people sneeze more loudly than others due to lung capacity, allergies, and natural tendency. No matter the reason, a loud sneeze can be embarrassing and disruptive in an otherwise quiet setting. You can try to muffle the sneeze, or you can try to sto...
How to Sell Lots of Lemonade at a Lemonade Stand
A lemonade stand is a fun way to learn how to start business and make some cash. You can help your stand sell lots of lemonade by choosing a location that encourages people to stop and buy lemonade from you. Pricing your lemonade well and offering differe...
How to Physically Secure Your Office Computers
Many individuals, companies, and small businesses often focus on maintaining the security of office computers from a virtual standpoint; however, sometimes physical instances of theft or burglary can occur in which your office computers are stolen. There...
How to Make a Custom Guitar Strap
Guitar straps are important for performing live and with friends. You don’t have to go out and spend money on one if the straps at the store don’t stand out to you. You can craft your own guitar strap from home. Make a glamorous guitar strap or construct...
How to Tell if Your Parents Are Abusive
Abuse can take many forms. Spanking a child is generally legal, but every state in the United States has a different standard on whether or not spanking has crossed the line into abuse.[1] X Research source Other types of abuse, such as sexu...
How to Add Flaxseed to Your Diet
Flaxseed, also known as linseed, is popular because of its health benefits. Flaxseed is rich in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is an omega-3 fatty acid that can help reduce your risk of heart disease, arthritis, and other health conditions. Because it...
How to Cope With Being a Virgin when Your Friends Aren't
Sometimes it's hard to relate to friends when they have had sex and you haven't. They may talk about what they've done and you feel left out or maybe they're pushing you to have sex. They might even be making fun of you for it. But it’s important to remem...
2 Quick Ways to Flip or Mirror an Image in Adobe Photoshop
If you're a graphic artist, designer, publisher, or photographer, there may come a time when it suits your need to flip an image. Photoshop makes this incredibly easy, whether you're flipping the whole image or just a small part of it.