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How to Quit Swearing, Spitting and Speaking in Slang

By WeeSandy

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Whatever behaviour you are trying to quit, the trick is to be absolutely consistent in your program. Anytime you "let up" on yourself, you will set yourself back to square one -- like a quitting smoker who has "just one ... more »

How to Relate to Others Assertively

By Sheila Wilkinson

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True assertiveness is expressing yourself honestly and directly. It is not aggression, which is akin to bullying, because assertiveness shows respect for others. Using assertiveness techniques will enable you to deal with others as equals and to ... more »

How to Return Unwanted Holiday Gifts

By RockOnRockL

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Despite how many hints you drop, a far-away relative or less-than-best friend might miss the mark with a holiday gift. While dated etiquette rules dictate you keep the item, times have changed. In an age of gift receipts, anything is ... more »

How to Say No to Anyone

By Lindaperry

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Just say no. It is as simple as that. Someone even made a video JUST SAY NO. If you can find that one, then go for it . Meanwhile, read what I wrote right after the comment and email box... more »

How to Say Thank You!

By 01080912

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Think about the times you’ve done something nice for someone and you never received an acknowledgement. In fact if you weren’t there to present the gift you had to make contact to confirm they actually received it! Don’t make the same mistake... more »

How to Send A Cool Buddhist or Taoist Birthday Gift

By Larry Fike, MPhil

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This is mainly for Buddhists and Toaists, but members of any faith, including the faith of atheism, can certainly use it. Want to convey your convictions to somebody on their birthday in a spirit of kindness? Here's how. Simple, sobering... more »

How to Spread Good Feelings

By Virginia Allain

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Around holiday times, like Thanksgiving and Christmas, people try to spread goodwill. Wouldn’t it be great if we expressed our thankfulness more often? The casual “thanks” or “have a nice day” that we toss out without thinking, doesn’t really count... more »

How to Stand in the Elevator Appropriately With Other People

By asmestad

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Elevators can be uncomfortable when crowded, but they don't have to be. Although some are nicer than others, there is still an appropriate etiquette to follow when standing in the elevator with other people... more »

How to Stay Encouraged When Things Aren't Going Your Way.

By sonceslife

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How do you look in the face of discouragement and win? How do you not hang your head when things seem to be going in the opposite direction of what you want them to? Here are some helpful tips to help you through... more »

How to Stay in Touch with Your Grandchild

By Jane Smith

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What's a grandmother to do when her grandson is 1600 miles away? What if he doesn't remember you the next time you get together? Here's how to stay in touch with your grandchild when you can't afford to travel... more »

How to Stop Nervous Laughter During a Conversation

By dapinhero

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Here are some tips to stop nervous laughter during conversations..... more »

How to Survive a Barroom Brawl

By eugenius

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Yeah, we've all done it before: mouth off just a little too much at the bar--just enough to get someone within earshot upset. Words are exchanged and all of a sudden, you’re pounding a barstool into someone's skull while their back is turned. Of ... more »

How to Tell if Someone is Lying

By ChristineLee

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Here are some signs to look for to know if someone may be lying to you! Of course not all of these are indicative of lying, but at least you will know what to keep an eye out for... more »

How to Tip a Bellhop

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Tip whenever a bellhop provides a service, which might include carrying your luggage, showing you the room, opening blinds, showing you how to operate the air conditioner or putting large pieces of luggage on the luggage stand... more »

How to Understand What Grown-Up Means

By Aimee30

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I rated this one moderately easy because it depends on the personality of the individual and what they are willing to do. Some people find it hard to ever grow past high school and think their own way about life--read on to understand more... more »

How to Use a Restroom Incorrectly

By NeilO

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After seeing the results of isolated incidents, I have decided to piece them altogether. I hope you find this educational, and let me know if these help you so I can avoid wherever you relieve yourself... more »

How to Use Proper Filipino Dinnertime Manners

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Show proper deportment when eating at a Filipino household: don't sing, but go ahead and burp!.. more »

How to Annoy Neighbors

By Cucumbers2Pickles

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Ever have that neighbor who annoys you? Whether it’s how they are always smoking on their front porch, how their dog does their business on your lawn or sometimes you simply don’t like how your neighbor looks. Rather than keep all of that anger ... more »

How to Annoy People at Work

By EverydayPie

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Sometimes, you just don't want to be the most well-liked person in your office. Sometimes, you'd rather drive everyone crazy. Maybe you hate your job, or maybe you're just clueless. Either way, here are some quick and easy tips to help you become ... more »

How to Annoy Your Downstairs Neighbor Without Getting Evicted

By abbeyroad920

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Have a horrible downstairs neighbor who constantly bothers you? Want to get that neighbor back without getting evicted? Here are some tips on how you can annoy your downstairs neighbor without being evicted... more »

How to Annoy Your Upstairs Neighbor Without Getting Evicted

By abbeyroad920

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Have an upstairs neighbor that you can’t stand? Want to get back at your upstairs neighbor? Here is how you can annoy your upstairs neighbor without getting evicted... more »

How to Ask Someone on a Date

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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Whether the other person is interested or not, you'll never know unless you ask. So gather up all your courage and follow these steps... more »

How to Ask Someone to Dance at a Formal Ball

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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At a ball, it's essential to speak properly and carry yourself formally. Then again, you might choose to just be silly and charming... more »

How to Avoid "Good Ol' Boys"

By Larry Fike, MPhil

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If you've been around the block and have either lived in, do live in, or visited the southern part of the United States, you'll know what I'm talking about. These critters also migrated up through California to the Northwest, then settled in ... more »

How to Avoid Social Kisses

By Bethchapman

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Receiving unwanted social kisses can be embarrassing. Learn how to avoid them all together... more »

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