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How to Be Indifferent

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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When asked a question or pressed for an opinion, you can choose to be indifferent on the matter by using simple gestures or by employing nondescript terminology. Being indifferent can work to your advantage in the long run or be useful to deter ... more »

How to Be Modest

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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Modesty is a much appreciated quality. The ability to accept praise with humility builds a solid reputation. A Modest person believes in working hard and does good without expectation of repayment. Be modest and let your actions speak for you... more »

How to Be More Social as an Introvert

By ErinT

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Everyone likes to be social, at least a little bit. Some people are extroverts and thrive on social interaction, but others are introverts and prefer a good book to a good party. Introverts may find it harder to go out and have a good time ... more »

How to Be Polite Using Birth Control

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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Birth control is a touchy subject in the bedroom. Many couples avoid openly discussing birth control, yet this is a conversation responsible adults must engage. Learn how to have a polite, meaningful conversation about birth control... more »

How to Be Single

By Nakia2007

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Being single doesn't have to mean dining for one on Valentines Day while nearby couples cast pity on you with their looks. On the contrary, ask ANY married person, these are the most wonderful years of any woman's life! Don't see it that way? ... more »

How to Be Smooth With the Ladies

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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For centuries, men have sought to discover the key to unlock the female soul. Though most have failed to achieve this goal, there are some who have learned how to allure, fascinate and seduce women with astonishing success. This article offers ... more »

How to Be Snarky

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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It's easy to be annoying. It's easy to be bitchy. It's not as easy to be snarky. To be snarky, you have to learn to be sarcastic with a hint of condescension with every word. So if you want to start snarking with all your friends, you need to ... more »

How to be the Man the Family Needs

By AdamMack07

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Being the head of the household isn't easy, but it doesn't have to be filled with strife and confusion all of the time... more »

How to Be the Perfect Wife

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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In the twenty-first century, the role of a wife has completely changed from the 1950s. Can there be a perfect one? Probably not. However, in a marriage, there is always the opportunity to improve yourself, for both you and your partner... more »

How to Beat the Singles Blues on Valentine's Day

By Amanda Ford

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You know Cupid is out there somewhere, lurking behind rose bushes, flying through clouds, pulling back his bow, penetrating the hearts of unsuspecting passers-by and transforming lonely singles into lovesick couples, but sometimes it seems ... more »

How to become a "Professional Mom"

By MrsCEO

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Children, husband, job...oh my! What is a woman to do! It's simple, get a grip! Tired of peeking through the aisles at that mom in the grocery store, with her Vidal Sassoon curls, neatly typed grocery list, Palm Pilot, well behaved children ... more »

How to become a doula!

By KMD92405

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This article is going to give you the information you need to become a doula. The following is taken from doula.com What is a doula? A doula is a professional who provides emotional, informational, physical, and practical support for the ... more »

How to become a Manhattan Housewife!

By parvenue

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Recently a friend of mine approached me and suggested I write this article. She had told me that she thought it would be of great interest to many women about how one gets that feted role of Manhattan Housewife. Yes, we see them all around Fifth ... more »

How to Become a More Assertive Person

By TerriR

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There are 3 types of people in society. An aggressive person bullies others into meeting his needs in the way he wants them met. A passive person is so concerned about fitting in that she just goes along with the crowd and doesn't think her ... more »

How to Become an "It" Girl

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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"It" girls are popular for being popular and famous for being famous. They're at the top of the social ladder and maintain their power by continuing to command attention. Once a girl becomes an "it" girl she can choose from any friends and ... more »

How to Become Independent

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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Independence means different things to different people. Moving out, moving on, ending a relationship, changing a relationship, gaining autonomy at work or getting rid of your roommate. Whatever the reason for your freedom, put your fears aside ... more »

How to Become Popular in Five Days

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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You don't have to be beautiful, rich or athletic to be popular. Oftentimes this can help you to be popular, but you can develop your own individuality and use it to gain popularity. Sometimes changing some tiny factor like the way you apply ... more »

How to Become the Best Grandparents

By Kat Yares

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When your child has a child of his or her own, you are thrown into the world of being a grandparent. This is not always easy. Your son or daughter may have completely different ideas of how to parent than you do and it is not always easy to ... more »

How to become the center of attention

By Andre' J. Bolton

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Did you always want to show up at a party, event, or an important place and be acknowledged, popular, and being the life of the party. You will learn how to be the greatest center of attention person anywhere you go!.. more »

How to Befriend a Shy Person

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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To someone who is shy, being greeted with a sea of unfamiliar faces in a social situation causes immediate stress, and sometimes anxiety. It can include the heart beating faster, hands becoming sweaty and an uncomfortable feeling where escape ... more »

How to Befriend Foreigners

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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Friends come in all shapes, sizes, colors and countries. One of the sad aftereffects of 9/11 is that instead of being open to different cultures, people are more suspicious. Making friends from a foreign country can lead to rich relationships ... more »

How to Begin a Family Tree

By familybuddy

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Where do you even begin in researching your family tree? Here are some simple steps to get started finding out about your ancestors... more »

How to Beginners Guide to Safe Sex

By DailySexScoop.com

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Historical attempts at safe sex weren’t pretty nor did they smell very good. It appears, however, that preventing unwanted pregnancy was a concern as far back as 1850 BCE when the use of spermicide was mentioned in an ancient Egyptian document. ... more »

How to behave in a psychiatrist's office

By Larry Fike, M.Phil.

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Have you been to see a psychiatrist, as opposed to an MSW, CSW, or psychologist? If you're going to do this, be prepared. Which essentially means being very unprepared. Read on . . ... more »

How to Behave When Your In Laws Live With You

By Jesse Schmitt

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Just as there are instances where you need to seek the support of your in laws for housing, there may be times where your in laws will be staying with you. Whether a week or a year, there are some guidelines for behavior, for both the wife and ... more »