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How to of the Day         last updated: Thu, 21 Aug 2008 10:58:19 GMT   How to Give a Cat Medicine Thu, 21 Aug 2008 20:00:00 GMT Expect a struggle.There is really no easy way to administer medicines to your cat. Cats are quick, and can easily slip away from you, and hide. Try various methods, depending on the size of your cat, until you find one that works for you.   How to Start a Record Label Thu, 21 Aug 2008 08:00:00 GMT A record label is basically a brand name connecting musicians to customers. Ideally, the label establishes a good enough reputation that when people see an artist or band signed by that particular label, they know it's going to be something they'll enjoy, and they buy the product without a second thought (and never regret it). If you want to start an independent record label, however, having good taste in music is not enough; you need to be a good businessperson.   How to Ripen Green Tomatoes Wed, 20 Aug 2008 20:00:00 GMT Green tomatoes - the colours on these green ones indicate mature fruitEnd of the season and you're still left with a bumper crop of green tomatoes? Here are some simple suggestions for ripening them up, making use of nature's own ripening gas, ethylene.   How to Spin Bad News Wed, 20 Aug 2008 08:00:00 GMT "I wonder what kind of spin they can put on that!" Any News Broadcast You hear about this all the time in the media, mostly relating to news coming out of some political venue. They are talking about how someone can present negative information in a way that makes it sound like it's a good thing. It's not really lying, it's not "disinformation" but it's not a straight-forward presentation either. In many ways, it's the essence of politics. The same technique is often used by corporations to present less than favorable financial news. Very often, it isn't possible to know when this is happening because the people doing it are very, very good at it. If it's not done properly, however, it's obvious and transparent, and nothing good will come of it. Here are some steps that will help you get an idea of how to use this technique should you find yourself in a position that requires it.   How to Be Laid Back Tue, 19 Aug 2008 20:00:00 GMT Whether you're a worrywart, a perfectionist, an overachiever, or a workaholic, you've probably envied people who seem to float through life gracefully, never concerned (like you are) about what might happen if they don't do this or don't do that. Perhaps they're not the most motivated or accomplished people you've met, but they always seem content. If you're on the opposite end of the spectrum--always doing, never satisfied--here's how to sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride that is your life.   How to Prevent Scarring Tue, 19 Aug 2008 08:00:00 GMT If you've sustained an injury, large or small, you may end up with a scar. It's a natural and healthy outcome in the process of wound healing. The collagen in the deeper layers of your skin becomes exposed and rises to the surface to "close" the wound and in the process, forms a scar. However, that's not to say that we can't influence the way that scar tissue will mature, and in many ways appear, during the process. Here's how to minimize your scar.   How to Manage Priorities With Excel Mon, 18 Aug 2008 20:00:00 GMT Writing your priorities on paper works if you’re able to knock them off in an afternoon. With a torrent of incoming tasks at home or work, many get carried over to the next day (or week or month). This Excel spreadsheet watches approaching deadlines and shifts task priorities accordingly. In 20 minutes the steps below provide a more effective way to manage your priorities.   How to Hypermile Mon, 18 Aug 2008 08:00:00 GMT Hypermiling refers to a collection of driving techniques aimed at improving your car's fuel efficiency by reducing the demands placed on the engine. Since it's possible to improve fuel economy by 37% just by changing the way you drive[1] hypermiling is gaining interest in light of high fuel costs. While some hypermiling methods are controversial and potentially dangerous, this article will focus on safer techniques that can still save you gas and money.   How to Be Good Sun, 17 Aug 2008 20:00:00 GMT Philosophers have been debating what is good and what is not for centuries. Many people find that it's more complicated than just being kind, and several complex religions have arisen with the attempt to understand the difference between good and evil. While every person's journey is different, being good has a lot to do with discovering yourself and your role in the world. Here's how to be a good person on your own terms.   How to Reduce the Dust Mite Population in Your Home Sun, 17 Aug 2008 08:00:00 GMT The very words "dust mites" conjures up fear these days. Many of us are aware that their presence is associated with reduced respiratory health and can trigger asthma and other respiratory or allergic related attacks. In some countries, such as New Zealand, 70-80% of asthma is linked to dust mite allergies.[1] Reducing the population in your home is an important task to help protect your family's health. powered by zFeeder