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Learning a new instrument starts one note–or one chord–at a time. Fingering charts show you exactly where to place your fingers to get started on the guitar, wind instruments, and brass instruments. With a fingering chart in front of you and an instrument...

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Over 3.5 million new cases of skin cancer are diagnosed annually, and more than 90% of these are directly related to too much sun or UV exposure;[1] X Research source howeve...

So your neighbor just installed a fence between his home and yours. It runs straight across the yard from the back of your homes, to the sidewalk. It's one straight line, and as plain as a fence at the zoo. If you can't stand looking at it, cover your sid...

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is the virus that causes AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). HIV attacks the immune system, destroying a type of white blood cell that helps the body fight off infection and disease. There are many different sympt...

It’s completely normal to develop feelings for a friend. However, once you’ve been put into the Friend Zone, it can sometimes feel like there’s no way out. You definitely don’t want to ruin the great friendship you already have, which puts even more press...

Do you want to learn web design? You don't need fancy editing software to get started creating a web pages. You can create web pages using Notepad, which comes pre-installed on your Windows computer. The language used to create web pages is called "HTM...

Determining if three side lengths can make a triangle is easier than it looks. All you have to do is use the Triangle Inequality Theorem, which states that the sum of two side lengths of a triangle is always greater than the third side. If this is true fo...

Baby mobiles are a cute addition to any baby's room, and they keep your baby entertained for an amount of time. Unfortunately, purchasing a baby mobile can be expensive. You can make a baby mobile yourself, though, and it is an easy, fun project that jus...

Poseurs can be found in various settings, whether they’re pretending to like a certain show or faking a whole suite of skills. In every case, a poseur pretends to be something or someone that they aren’t, usually to get attention. You can usually identify...

Do your friends seem trustworthy? Do they have your back? Can you trust them to show up on time and keep their promises? If you’re feeling uncomfortable about your friends’ actions or behaviors, it may be time to evaluate if they are really trustworthy...

As your math skills advance, you will begin to encounter longer and longer word problems. Often these problems contain extraneous information that is not needed in order to solve the problem. These types of problem test your logic and math skills, as well...

Being "single-minded" has to do with the power of focus. Your ability to focus is ultimately your biggest ally in accomplishing tasks and projects. With practice this is an ability one can develop. Your level of achievement and success depends upon it.

Have you always wanted to play "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star" on the piano? This song is so easy to learn, no sheet music is required. Once you find the basic notes on your piano, you can learn the simple pattern you need to play to hear "Twinkle Twinkle...

Have you ever been in a situation where it's the night before a big test and you haven't even cracked open a textbook or skimmed your notes? We've all been there. Recent research shows, however, that the lack of sleep caused by cramming may cause you to p...

Learning to read the mounts of the palm is an advanced part of palm reading. Each mount is named after a planet, and each mount corresponds to a different personality feature.

Everyone lies at some point in life.[1] X Research source But while some lies are rooted in convenience or kindness ("you don't look fat"), others are much bigger and more damaging. If you have been lying to your boyfriend about you feel abo...