You can connect the Firestick to your TV using an empty HDMI port on the back of your TV. Press the power button on the front of your TV, or use the TV remote to power on the TV. Press the source button on your TV remote until it selects the HDMI port that your Firestick is connected to.  You should see the Amazon Fire home screen. The home button is the button with an icon that resembles a house.  It's below the circle pad at the top of the remote.  Hold the Home button for about 10 seconds.  When the remote connects to the Firestick, you will see a message on the screen that says "New Remote Connected". If it doesn't work the first time, release the home button and try again.  Try moving closer or further away from the Firestick.

Summary: Connect the Firestick to a TV. Power on your TV. Select the Amazon Firestick HDMI source. Press and hold the Home button on the remote.


A warm oil scalp massage uses natural oils to improve the health of your scalp and encourage hair growth. Oils like coconut oil, olive oil, jojoba oil, and argan oil can all be used during your scalp massage. Keep in mind warm scalp massages have not been scientifically proven to lead to faster hair growth.  Start by warming up the oil in a bowl of hot water. Test the oil before you use it to make sure it is not scalding hot; you want a comfortable temperature that will not damage your scalp or your hair. Use your fingertips (not your fingernails) to gently massage your scalp with the warm oil in slow, circular motions. If you have a partner or a friend close by, ask them to help you massage your scalp. Have them massage your scalp with their fingertips for about 3 minutes. Then, run the oil through your hair and let it sit for about 30 minutes. Shampoo your hair well, possibly more than once, to remove the oil. Do the oil massage on the days when you normally shampoo, so that you do not end up washing your hair more often than usual. Give your hair some TLC and encourage your hair follicles to grow faster by applying a hair mask once or twice a week. You can make your own natural oil mask or buy over-the-counter hair masks at your local drug store or beauty supply store.  Combine 1 cup (237 ml) of coconut oil with 1 tablespoon (14.8 ml) almond oil, macadamia oil, and jojoba oil. Apply the mask to damp hair and leave it in for ten minutes. Then, wash and condition your hair as you normally would. To avoid over-washing, use your hair mask on days when you normally shampoo. Castor oil is known for its beneficial effects on skin and hair. Using a castor oil hair mask may help your hair to grow faster and healthier.  Start by massaging your scalp with castor oil and allowing the oil to fall into your hair. Wrap your hair and head with a plastic shower cap so the oil stays put. Some of the oil will probably seep out from under the cap, so you may want to spread a towel on your pillow to protect your pillowcase. Leave the oil in overnight. The following morning, wash and condition your hair as you usually would, making sure to remove all the oil. Apple cider vinegar can be very effective at removing dirt, grime, and oil buildup in your hair, as well as any residue from your hair styling products. You can use apple cider on the days you do not use shampoo as a natural alternative, or apply it following your regular shampoo and conditioner routine. Add two tablespoons of vinegar to two cups of water and rinse your hair with this mixture. Though the water may smell strongly of vinegar, this smell will fade.

Summary: Do a warm oil scalp massage. Make a hair mask. Try a castor oil treatment. Apply an apple cider vinegar rinse.


They may turn more yellow and grow softer, but they will not necessarily become sweeter or juicier. If you get an under-ripe lemon and leave it on your counter, it may turn more yellow but it will still taste bitter. The ideal place would be on your kitchen counter, away from direct sunlight. After a few days, the lemon will turn more yellow. Keep in mind, however, that this will not actually ripen the lemon on the inside; the lemon may still taste bitter and under-ripe even though it is yellow. It will, however, still work well as a garnish if you want to add some color to a dish or drink. A greenish lemon does not necessarily mean that it is not yet ripe. You can still have a ripe lemon, even if it looks a little green. This is because lemons ripen from the inside out. The flesh ripens first, then the skin. If you find yourself with an under-ripe lemon, try cutting it open anyway and tasting it. You could also follow the steps listed in this method for determining whether or not a lemon is ripe. Instead, consider using it to clean, or as an air fresher.  You can make an effective rust and tarnish busting scrub by mixing salt and lemon juice into a paste. Add a few slices of lemon into a pot of simmering water. You can also add a few other fragrant herbs to compliment the lemon, such as rosemary.
Summary: Know that lemons will never truly ripen once you take them off the tree. Try placing an under-ripe lemon in a bright location in your kitchen. Understand that color is not a good indicator of ripeness. Don't let an under-ripe lemon go to waste.