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There are skills in life that we have learned which most likely weren’t taught at school—something that you could potentially come across at the least expected moment in your life and well, that’s when your universal domestic knowledge would come in and save the day.

So whether it’s jumpstarting a car, saving a choking dog, or knowing how to make the most out of any Google search—you will totally cover it! It’s great to be fully equipped to face any situation that you could possibly find yourself in. People on the internet call it “dadvice”—something that your dad has definitely decided to teach you, but as we know, even the best dads fail to fill in the gap. This popular Reddit community called Every Man Should Know is on a mission to introduce you to anything that your dad could have forgotten to cover.

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How To Use Google Effectively

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The community has over 480K followers who are always ready to give you valuable dadvice. And although Every Man Should Know is perhaps aiming at a particular audience, we think that actually, everyone could definitely use some necessary life skills regardless.Bored Panda has selected a handful of tips offering you some spot-on skills to sharpen your life resume with. 

Let us know the most valuable life skills you were happy to have in a complicated or not-so-complicated situation or have learned recently and wondered how the hell you have lived all of this time without them. You can share your stories in the comment section at the end of the list.

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    How To Save A Choking Dog

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    How To Jumpstart A Car

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    me
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yup, really important! Will be useful down the road

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    #6

    How To Gird Up Your Loins

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    Daria Z
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Finally! So many loins girded up incorrectly nowadays.

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    #7

    Know The Front Desk Call To Verify Your Credit Card Details Scam

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    Johnny
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I doubt they are booking rooms for this scam (which would be easily traced, even if they used a stolen card to check in, they'll be on video), they are either hacking into hotel phone systems (which are notoriously insecure) or using a hall or lobby phone.

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    #8

    How To Sew On A Button

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    Suzanne Clark
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wrote out these directions for my daughter, with pictures, but mine were easier to follow. I put them in a jar with needles and thread--she took them with her when she went to college and still has them, years later.

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    #9

    How To Break Down A Door

    How To Break Down A Door

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    Connie Hirsch
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Note that a fireman is portrayed in the picture which might lead one to think about how the information will be used.

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    howdylee
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And make sure you know which way the door is swinging... in this picture it looks like the door is swinging out, making his efforts useless.

    Tiari
    Community Member
    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure this would work on (newer) European apartment doors. They often are reinforced with steel. As is the door frame.

    Johnny
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The jump kick looks a lot cooler to anyone watching. As long as you don't fall on your butt.

    Mark Buxbaum
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had to rescue my mom, who locked herself in her bedroom. I did exactly this, one strong kick next to the door k**b, blew open the door. Only works if the door opens up away from you.

    Saint Thomas
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm still going to do the jump kick anyway. Way more badass :-)

    Green Panda
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People should not know how to do this, unless they are going to do something sus (the among us reference is unintended.)

    Kevin Watson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But... try the doorknob first....

    YesItsMe
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is useless in Finland, coz all our doors open outside, not inside..

    Daria B
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Guess this doesn't work for metal doors....

    Lucy Skinner
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also very useful as a martial artist (knocking down heavy bags/self-defense)

    Christina Keenan
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does that guy look like a robber to you?

    Mark Peterson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    DO IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Pippa Runs
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I so badly want to practice this...

    Bob Connely
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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    Gary h
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a fact, jump kicks do not work. Tried, Failed, Pain. Do not try with fire.

    Tammy Hawkins
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Make sure the door does not open outward or you will wear yourself out trying to get in.

    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I was a kid I jump kicked a door and the lock broke off.

    Nyneva Kyte
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    DON'T kick into outward opening door

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    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also don't kick a door that opens outward. ;P

    BoredDragon
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is how I turn on lights haha

    Autumn
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love how they had to tell us not to use a jump kick! Kah-rah-tae!!

    Leo Domitrix
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was taught to simply get a pry bar and pop the mechanism out of the door. too simple, I guess/

    David Retsler
    Community Member
    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Try knocking first. Failing that, shotgun blast to the door hinges.

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    #10

    Recommended Amount Of Times To Wear Clothes Between Washes

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    The Phonetic Alphabet

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    How To Walk On Ice

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    IcyRedWaffle
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sure if i think like a penguin, I'll start belly sliding across the ice

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    #13

    What Each Car Dashboard Light Means

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    kjorn
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    just hope they don't light up in same time

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    #14

    How To Use The Public Restroom Like A Gentleman

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    Stacy S.
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Plz use your foot to flush dirty handle. NOT your hand.

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    #15

    These Kitchen Cheat Sheets

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    me
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good idea to print this and tape it somewhere in your kitchen

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    What The Symbols On Your Clothing Mean

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    kjorn
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i remember learning that in highschool

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    #17

    The "Heel Lock," A Way To Lace Up Boots To Make Them Feel Comfortable And Secure

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    THOR
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i will use this. i go on long walks with my dags

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    How To Tie The Bowline Knot

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    Nevits Yibble
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bonus... how to correctly pronounce it: "Bowlin"

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    How To Buy A Used Car

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    Stacy S.
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look for any water leaks, or water marks. This indicates that the car is a Lemon. Not Good! Water damage is irreversible. It may have been in a flood.

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    How To Make The Most Of A Nap

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    Hanneke Legerstee
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The little wooden wall behind the fire is very important as it directs the fire to your shelter and isolates it from warming the rest of the forest!

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    Bizianka
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tourist scammers had a rough summer this year

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    Poker Hands

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    Sasha Kuleshov
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I still remember winning a $100 bucks in a game of Black Widow :D

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    #24

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    ƒιѕн
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I display most of that just having to put up with some anti maskers around here...

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    #25

    How To Remove A Leech

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    Klay Bird
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you have it, salt works great to get them to let go * ! * and they can be used as bait.

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    #26

    Arnold's Six Rules To Success

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    Troux
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    1, 2 and 4 are very dangerous tools in the wrong hands.

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    #27

    How To Pack For Hiking

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    A.M. Pierre
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just looking at the picture and not reading the labels, I thought the fuel bottle was the water bottle. ...I probably wouldn't make a very good camper.

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    How To Move With Friends

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    How To Get Your Truck Unstuck From The Mud

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    Types Of Firewood

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    ƒιѕн
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With EPA stoves moisture content should be 16-20%, Oak splits will take 2-4 years to season. I heat primarily with wood, I also try to keep 3 years ahead CSS so I always have a supply of seasoned wood. I burn different species depending on outdoor temperature so I don't waste high BTU wood when I just need to take the chill off. Never take someones word for it when buying firewood that they say is 'Seasoned". Moisture meters are cheap, check it yourself.

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    How Marginal Tax Rates Work

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    Robert Thornburrow
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the UK tax system. It is not quite accurate in that it doesn't show National Insurance payments, which is another form of tax, but it has a lower threshold and upper limit, meaning that the middle tax band is more like 33%. The 40% tax band starts after N.I. ends. There is also talk of a 50% band for really high earners. What annoys me is that stamp duty (a tax on house purchases) doesn't work the same way - if you go over the threshold, you pay a percentage on the total - which is really unfair for any properties valued close to the thresholds.

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    How To 'Roadie Wrap' Wires

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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Overworked, Underpaid".... hilarious! Watch it.

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    #33

    The Different Types Of Eggs And How To Make Them

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    Tye Dye Llama
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never had soft-boiled eggs! Are they good?

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    How Well Your Steak Is Cooked

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    How To Cuff Your Shirtsleeves

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    Alloydog
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A gentleman rolls his sleeves up to *just below* the elbow.

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    #36

    100 No-Equipment Workouts

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    Troux
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The link is on the bottom left of the picture. (click 'meanrat').

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    How To Dry Wet Boots With Hot Rocks

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    What Suits And Shoes Go Together

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    Museo
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Arnold's rule #2: Break some rules! ^^

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    #39

    Classic Cocktails And How To Make Them

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    The Recommended Inches Of Ice On A Lake Before Walking Over

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    ƒιѕн
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Really? A duck? Who cares if the ice breaks under a duck. Use a fat squirrel or something ffs.

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    #41

    The Different Cuts Of Beef And Best Way To Cook Them

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    lara
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am from Texas. Some years ago, about twenty, I was in California and I was going to cook supper. I decided to buy a couple of porterhouse steaks. So, I went to the butcher's. I asked the man behind the counter for a couple of porterhouses, about three pounds, total. He looked at me and aid "you're from Texas, right?" And I said "yes" and he said "thought so, we don't sell those in California, I have some nice round steak, no fat, but we tenderize it." I said "what steaks do you have?" And he said "honey, this is California, they eat Prime Rib, hamburger [less that 2% fat], round steak and some roasts. Mostly chicken and fish." I left.

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    #42

    How To Properly Shine A Pair Of Shoes Or Boots

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    How To Safely Cut Down A Tree

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    me
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't trust myself with an axe

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    #44

    What Type Of Screwdriver To Use

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    The Best Way To Hold A Burger

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    Kay blue
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Turning it upside down helps, especially at McDonald's where the Big Macs have aige of their own.

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    #46

    Hazardous Materials Classification

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    Bacony Cakes
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    NFPA 704 Flammability Level 5: My Mixtape.

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    #47

    How To Make An Instant Life Jacket

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    What Foods To Cook In Your 20's

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    How To Properly Open A Bag Of Charcoal

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    Kendra Miller
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Last two times I opened bags like this: "How the f**k did I do this as a kid!" So thank you

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    #50

    How To Exercise

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    me
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This lil dude exercising so much more than me

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    #51

    How To Fold Shirts

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    Bruce Scheiman
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know how to do that. Honestly, I don't understand what they're saying either? So....

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    #52

    Manly Handshake

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    #54

    How To Apply Cologne

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    Stacy S.
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And don't use crappy cologne. It tends to give your date a headache.;@))

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    #55

    How To Choose Hair Products

    How To Choose Hair Products

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    Kathryn Baylis
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WTF? Clay, putty, fiber, and paste? Are you fixing your hair or making bricks?

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    #56

    How To Get Drunk Before Finishing Breakfast

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    Desi
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Funny thing: in Germany we dont know "Bavarian" coffee. Instead, we drink it "irish" with whiskey and cream.

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    #57

    How To Order Your Drink From A Bartender

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    Shelp
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    1) Make your choice. 2) Go to the bartender, firmly but swiftly. Look directly into their eyes. 3) Ask for your drink. Don't forget to get back to your sit afterwards. 4) Bartender comes with your drink. You've successed!

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