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How to Go on a Ghost Tour of Boston

By George Sommers

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First time tourists to Boston usually flock to Faneuil Hall, the Freedom Trail, Old Ironsides or the "Cheers" bar. However, a certain type is more interested in the underside of Boston history - tales of murder, mayhem and the macabre... more »

How to Go on a Pilgrimage

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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A pilgrimage, regardless of religious or spiritual affiliations, is a journey of self-discovery. Whether it is a journey to a holy site, a city or the grave of your fallen idol, knowing how to get the best out of your journey is essential. Here ... more »

How to Go on an "Exorcist" Tour

By virtualibrarian

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"The Exorcist" has been around for many years, but it's still creeping people out just as much as it did when it was first released in 1973. What "Exorcist" fans may not know, however, is that this movie was based on a true story, one that took ... more »

How to Go Through Catholic R.C.I.A.

By jamesbankston

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R.C.I.A. is the process and rite through which many adults join the Catholic Church... more »

How to Go to an Asian Cultural Festival

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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The Asian culture is known for its strict disciplines and intelligence, ideals we can all learn from. A great way to learn more about the culture without travelling to the Far East is to attend an Asian cultural festival in your area. Use these ... more »

How to go to School to be a Wizard

By stlscientist

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Did you ever wish there was a school for wizards just like in the Harry Potter movie? Well, there is a virtual school for kids and adults. They are taught online and separately from one another. You can go to Wizard School!.. more »

How to Greet a Man

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Hug, kiss, shake hands, smile, back-slap or a playful punch--when it comes to greeting a man, there are many options. Choose the wrong one and you could seem either cold and impersonal or inappropriately affectionate. Greeting etiquette can be ... more »

How to Greet Another Woman

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Ah, to live in France. There, the universal greeting is a quick air kiss on each cheek, whether you're saying hello to your mother or a former neighbor of yours who you never liked. In the US, women greet with kisses, hugs, handshakes, waves and ... more »

How to Grow in Christian Discernment

By Rebecca Livermore

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Discernment is a very important thing for a Christian to develop. It's not necessarily easy, but it can be done with just a little bit of effort and focus... more »

How to Grow in Wisdom

By Kathy Bruins

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In the Bible, Solomon was the wisest of all men, excluding Jesus. He prayed to God for wisdom and it was bestowed upon him. Today, many people also seek wisdom in their day-to-day affairs. This article will look at the book of Proverbs in the ... more »

How to Grow Older Without Growing Old

By Loqu

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Watching your numbers go up on the age scale, it's easy to fall for the attitude that "it's all down hill after 50." While downhill isn't a bad direction, you fail yourself if you believe that things will only get worse in the latter part of your ... more »

How to Grow Spiritually Every Day

By Kathy Bruins

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Each day can be filled with opportunities, relationships, disappointments, hope, healing, and many other things. It’s important to take note and meditate on what your day held for you. There is a spiritual exercise called the Examen that provides ... more »

How to Handle With Mockers

By Ellie Ward

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Some people never grow-up. They enjoy point their finger with anybody else and find something funny that can make them look better in their own eyes. These are usually people with very low self-esteem who believe their mockery make them look ... more »

How to have "crock-pot faith"

By Proverbs31

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you will learn how to just trust God.. more »

How to Have a Child Baptized

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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There are many ways to have your child baptized. The Catholic Church has their newborns baptized, or christened, while Baptists wait until the child has claimed a personal faith in Jesus as Lord and Savior. Regardless of your faith or ... more »

How to Have a Conversation With God

By pmezop

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Talking to God is something that man has done for centuries. We pray to him, we reach out to him when we are in need, and we talk to him about our hopes and our dreams. But, how many of us have a conversation with him? I remember when I first ... more »

How to Have An Email Relationship

By quixotic222

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Email relationships can be a great way to make a good friend. It gives you time for feelings to develop without the pressure of dating and the rewards of getting to know someone can be fruitful. Read on to learn more... more »

How to Have Church at Home

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Do you feel you're not getting real with God in your current church setting? With the modernization movement, many churches have gotten away from the biblical worship model. You can establish church in your private home with your family and ... more »

How to have everything you want

By SEOGUY

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Have you ever wondered why 1% of people make 93% of all money made? Have you ever thought about why some people have all the luck and are happier than you? If you had a an infinite amount of "wishes", what would you wish for? Would you ... more »

How to Have Fun Doing Nothing

By Ang1216Red

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Got nothing to do? Perfect--now you can do nothing of value and not feel guilty about it... more »

How to have world peace

By SEOGUY

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Have you ever imagined world peace? What would you do to have peace and safety? What would be your answer to world governments if asked how could there be world peace? Here's my plan... more »

How to Heal a Wound with Magic

By JohanyJohn

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Here's a method that will heal your wound or cut in no time. It is based on a powerful system of folk religion and magic known as Pow-Wow. For fast relief and healing, do the following:.. more »

How to help a child in need in Camden, NJ

By tommyboy2k

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Diane Sawyer recently did a piece for 20/20 that highlighted the day to day life of underprivileged children in Camden , NJ. Camden is one of the poorest cities in the United States and many of the children do not have the bare necessities to ... more »

How to Help a Child Slave

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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In early 2007, there were more than 27 million slaves in the world, both children and adults--more than there ever has been. Many children all over the world are kidnapped and forced to work as laborers or sex workers. Often, they are born into ... more »

How to Help a Children Behave at a Place of Worship

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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One of the best places to teach a child good manners is in a place of worship. The quiet environment and a child's naturally short attention span makes good behavior in a place of worship a challenge. However, with lots of attention to detail, an ... more »