How to Make Chicken Nuggets

Chicken nuggets come in many different varieties and can be seasoned in a number of different ways. You can cook basic chicken nuggets in vegetable oil. For a slightly healthier variety, you can bake chicken nuggets. To add some variety, you can make spicy chicken nuggets.

[Edit]Ingredients

Fried Chicken Nuggets

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon seasoned salt
• Salt and pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
• 2 chicken breasts, cut into small pieces
• Vegetable oil

Baked Chicken Nuggets

• 3 skinless and boneless chicken breasts
• 1 cup of Italian seasoning bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon of dried Thyme
• 1 tablespoon of dried basil
• 1/2 cup melted butter

Spicy Chicken Nuggets

• 10 halved skinned and boneless chicken breasts cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon dried whole thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• Vegetable oil

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Making Fried Chicken Nuggets

1. Mix the dry ingredients in a plastic bag. Add your flour and seasoned salt to a large plastic bag. Add a few dashes of salt and pepper. Seal the bag and shake it so the ingredients blend together.^[1]
   
   
2. Assemble the eggs and breadcrumbs. Beat your eggs with two tablespoons of water. Set the bowl with the eggs aside. Then, add your bread crumbs to a separate bowl.^[2]
   
   
3. Prepare the chicken pieces. First, place all the chicken pieces in the bag with the flour mixture. Shake the bag until all the pieces are coated in flour.^[3]
   
   
   • Dunk each chicken piece in the egg mixture.
   • Then, dip them in the bread mixture. Your chicken pieces should be breaded.
   • Always wash your hands after handling raw meat.
4. Fry your chicken nuggets. Using medium-high heat, heat up two inches of vegetable oil. To check if your oil is ready, toss in a few breadcrumbs. If they sizzle slightly, you're ready to cook your chicken nuggets.^[4]
   
   
   • Add the chicken nuggets to the oil. They should be cooked until they're golden brown and there is no pink in the center of the chicken. This takes around 2 minutes per side.
   • If necessary, cook your chicken nuggets in batches.

[Edit]Making Baked Chicken Nuggets

1. Cut your chicken breasts. Before you start, you should cut your chicken breasts. Cut them in half and, from there, cut them into 1 and 1/2 inch pieces.^[5]
   
   
   • Remember to wash your hands after handling raw meat. You should also wash any utensils used carefully.
2. Create your breadcrumb mixture. Add the breadcrumbs to a bowl. Then, add your cheese, salt, thyme, and basil. Mix all the ingredients together until they have a uniform texture.^[6]
   
   
3. Coat your chicken nuggets. Dip your pieces of chicken into the melted butter. Then, dip them into the breadcrumb mixture. Transfer the pieces to a greased oven sheet, keeping them in an even layer.^[7]
   
   
4. Bake your chicken nuggets. Your chicken nuggets should cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (about 205 degrees Celsius) for 20 minutes. When they're done, remove them from the baking rack and allow them to cool before eating.^[8]
   
   

[Edit]Making Spicy Chicken Nuggets

1. Marinate the chicken. To start, place your chicken pieces in a shallow pan. Mix the buttermilk with the eggs. Then, pour this mixture over the chicken to cover it completely.
   
   
   • Cover your pan.
   • Place the pan in the refrigerator. Allow the chicken to marinate for a few hours.
2. Coat the chicken. Mix the flour, salt, pepper, and spices together in a small bowl. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator.
   
   
   • Drain the buttermilk out of the pan.
   • Coat each piece of chicken in the flour mixture.
3. Fry the chicken. Heat your vegetable oil in the largest skillet you have. Check the temperature with a thermometer to make sure it's at least 375 degrees Fahrenheit (about 162 degrees Celsius). Once it's heated, add your pieces of chicken.
   
   
   • The chicken will need to fry for about 3 minutes on each side.
   • When it's done, the chicken will be golden brown.
4. Drain before serving. After cooking your chicken, set them on plates covered in paper towels. This will allow the oils to drain and the chicken to cool a little before you serve it.
   
   
5. Finished.
   
   

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[Edit]Related wikiHows

• Bread Chicken
• Make Deep Fried Chicken
• Make Popcorn Chicken
• Make Fried Chicken
• Make KFC Original Fried Chicken

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

1. ↑ https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree-drummond/chicken-nuggets-2770460
2. ↑ https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree-drummond/chicken-nuggets-2770460
3. ↑ https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree-drummond/chicken-nuggets-2770460
4. ↑ https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree-drummond/chicken-nuggets-2770460
5. ↑ https://allrecipes.com/recipe/8849/baked-chicken-nuggets/
6. ↑ https://allrecipes.com/recipe/8849/baked-chicken-nuggets/
7. ↑ https://allrecipes.com/recipe/8849/baked-chicken-nuggets/
8. ↑ https://allrecipes.com/recipe/8849/baked-chicken-nuggets/

How to Study Efficiently

Best study strategies for working smarter not harder

If you have a big test coming up or just want to do well in class, studying is one of the best things you can do to boost your grade. Even though going over things you already learned might seem boring, you’ll feel a lot more comfortable with the material the more you review it. We’ll start by going over some tips on forming the best study habits and move on to techniques to learn and memorize information so you do your best in class!

[Edit]Best Study Techniques

• Schedule daily study sessions. Study for an hour at a time, then take a 5-10-minute break before hitting the books again.
• Choose a place that’s quiet and free from distractions and turn off your phone or set it to “Do Not Disturb.”
• Stay motivated by working with a study group and tackling the hardest subjects at the beginning of your session when you have the most energy.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Study in 1-hour blocks.

1. Keep your study sessions shorter so you don’t get worn out. Set aside an hour for each of your subjects so you have time to review them thoroughly. During each block, only focus on 1 subject at a time so you don’t get information mixed up between classes.
   
   • If you have larger assignments, like papers or projects, break them up into smaller steps that you can do within the hour.

[Edit]Plan regular breaks.

1. Step away for a few minutes every hour so you don’t feel overworked. Since studying takes up a lot of energy and brainpower, schedule in 5–10 minutes every hour where you just relax. Check your phone, browse through social media, take a walk, or go get a snack to give yourself some space from your schoolwork. Avoid working through the breaks you’ve scheduled, or else you won’t feel as alert as you normally would.
   
   • Taking breaks also keeps you motivated to learn as much as you can in the time you have.^[1]

[Edit]Schedule time to study every day.

1. Try to set aside a regular time to go over notes for class. Find a time when you feel the most energetic and motivated to study so you’re able to focus a little better. If you can, try to plan the same time every day so you can get into a regular routine. Block out at least 1–2 hours of your day in a planner or on a calendar so you don’t forget to do it during the day.
   
   • For example, in your schedule you could write, “Read Chapter 2 for Chemistry and complete study guide,” or “Review Geometry problems in Chapter 4 for text on Friday.”
   • Stay organized and on top of all your coursework by writing it in a planner or setting reminders on your phone.
   • Make sure you leave room in your schedule to hang out with friends and relax so you don’t feel overwhelmed by your schoolwork.
   • Some people prefer digital planners while others prefer scheduling on paper—choose whichever option best motivates you.

[Edit]Work somewhere quiet.

1. Find a place where you won’t have trouble concentrating on the material. Avoid studying in a room with other loud people or distractions since it’ll be tough to focus and remember the material. Instead, go into your room and shut the door, or find a quiet spot at the school library where you can sit.
   
   • If you live with other people, ask them to be quiet and courteous when you plan your study time.
   • Everyone has a different ideal study environment. Find places that work best for you so you can focus.^[2]

[Edit]Get rid of distractions.

1. Turn off devices so you can focus on your notes and work. It can be really tempting to check your Facebook or texts, but try to avoid it as best as you can while studying. Set your phone to “Do Not Disturb” for the whole time you’re studying so you don’t get notifications. If you normally watch shows or browse the internet while you do schoolwork, shut off your TV and computer and focus on the work in front of you.^[3]
   
   • If there’s background noise where you’re working, try putting in headphones and playing some calming instrumental music. Avoid music with lyrics since it’s more distracting.

[Edit]Form a study group.

1. Working with your classmates can help keep you motivated. Ask the other students that you’re in class with if they want to review with you. During your study sessions, make sure you stay focused on learning and going over the material. Try quizzing each other on core concepts, independently solving problems before comparing answers, or going over study guides.^[4]
   
   • Try teaching the other people in your study group the concepts you’re learning. That way, they’ll be able to learn it easier and you commit more to memory.^[5]
   • Give everyone in the group an opportunity to answer questions rather than saying them out loud right away.^[6]

[Edit]Focus on hard topics first.

1. Work on difficult concepts when you have the most energy. It might sound like a good idea to save tough subjects for later, but you won’t feel as motivated to learn about them. Instead, choose the class or subject you have the most trouble with and work on it right away when you sit down to study. Go through the concepts you have the most trouble with before going onto the easier material.
   
   • For example, if you’re doing really well in math but are struggling in chemistry, start reviewing chemical formulas and your science textbook before working on your math problems.

[Edit]Skim the material before you dive in.

1. Determine important reading concepts from chapter headings and images. Before you start reading from a textbook, page through the chapter and write down the headings, look at the pictures, and read through any diagrams. Once you familiarize yourself with what the chapter is going over, ask yourself what you think the reading will cover and what you already know about it. That way, you get a better idea of the information that you need to remember as you read through it.^[7]
   
   • For example, if a History reading is about the Civil War, you may already know that it was fought in the United States between the North and the South. You may ask yourself, “Who are the notable figures in the Civil War?” or “How did the Civil War start?”

[Edit]Rewrite your notes in your own words.

1. Organizing your notes helps you retain information a lot easier. Even if you took notes in class, the information may jump all over the place and not be cohesive. Go through all of the notes you’ve taken and pick out the information you think is most important. Rewrite the notes on a separate page or in a different notebook so all of the similar information is organized and easy to read.^[8]
   
   • Reviewing information in your own words makes you think about it a little more so you’re able to pull out the most important information.^[9]
   • You should also paraphrase notes you take from reading assignments as well since copying the text word for word won’t help you remember it as well.^[10]

[Edit]Go over concepts multiple times.

1. Repeat information across study sessions to ingrain it in your mind. Going over your notes once isn’t enough to remember the information long-term. When you’re studying, repeat the concept out loud or in writing at least 3 times during your study session so you’re more likely to remember it. The next time you study, review all of the information you’ve covered before to help keep it in your memory.^[11]
   
   • For example, if you’re trying to remember words in Spanish, say them out loud at the start of your study session. Halfway through, try to say the words again with their translations without looking. Then at the end of your session, go over the words one more time.
   • Avoid only focusing on one concept or type of problem for your whole study session since it’s not as effective. For example, if you need to study multiplication problems, intermix them with other addition, subtraction, and division problems to work your brain even more.^[12]

[Edit]Practice with flashcards.

1. Quiz yourself during your free time to commit it to memory. Write down study questions or concepts on one side of some index cards and put the answer on the back. Whenever you have some time to kill, pull out the flashcards and look through the questions. Try to answer them from memory before checking the right answer on the back.
   
   • Set aside the cards that you get wrong or have trouble answering so you can go back to your notes and textbooks and review the information.
   • Try putting more time in between when you study your flashcards. For example, if you consistently answer the questions right reviewing them every day, only go over them every other day.^[13]

[Edit]Take practice quizzes.

1. Test how well you can recall information with example problems. A lot of textbooks have questions at the end of a chapter so you can test how well you know the information. You can also ask your teacher for a study guide or find quizzes online on the subject you’re learning. Try to take the quiz without looking up any answers. When you’re finished, check what you got wrong and make a point to go back and review the information more.^[14]
   

[Edit]Remember things with mnemonic devices.

1. Use letters and nonsense sentences to remember long pieces of info. If you have trouble memorizing tough concepts or lists, try abbreviating or making a sentence using the first letter of every item in the list. Since you’re focusing on visual and active images instead of a basic list, you’ll have to use more brainpower and remember it a lot easier.^[15]
   
   • For example, you can remember the names of the Great Lakes with the acronym HOMES (Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, and Superior).
   • As another example, the sentence “Every Good Boy Deserves Fudge” can help you remember the 5 notes on a treble clef (E, G, B, D, and F).

[Edit]Reward yourself when you finish.

1. Treat yourself to something small when you reach your study goals. Give yourself something to look forward to when you finish your studies. You could have a sweet snack, go for a long walk, play video games, hang out with friends, or buy yourself a small gift. Whenever you finally nail a tough concept or ace a practice quiz, celebrate so you feel more accomplished.
   

[Edit]How Do You Study Efficiently?

[Edit]Video

[Edit]Reader Videos

[Edit]Tips

• Effective studying starts with paying attention in class. Make sure you take notes and do all of the assignments your teacher gives you so don’t fall behind.
• Everyone feels motivated to study at a different time. Find a time that you feel good about studying and try to stick with it.^[16]
• Come into each study session with a positive attitude since it will help you feel better and retain information while you're going over tough concepts.^[17]

[Edit]Warnings

• Avoid cramming right before a test since you won’t remember the information long-term.^[18]

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

1. ↑ [v161441_b01]. 18 June 2020.
2. ↑ [v161441_b01]. 18 June 2020.
3. ↑ https://www.usa.edu/blog/study-techniques/
4. ↑ [v161441_b01]. 18 June 2020.
5. ↑ https://news.ua.edu/2018/04/dont-cram-for-the-exam-9-ways-to-study-effectively-for-finals/
6. ↑ https://www.apa.org/ed/precollege/psychology-teacher-network/introductory-psychology/study-better
7. ↑ https://www.usa.edu/blog/study-techniques/
8. ↑ https://psychcentral.com/lib/top-10-most-effective-study-habits#1
9. ↑ [v161441_b01]. 18 June 2020.
10. ↑ https://www.edutopia.org/article/5-research-backed-studying-techniques
11. ↑ https://psychology.ucsd.edu/undergraduate-program/undergraduate-resources/academic-writing-resources/effective-studying/index.html
12. ↑ https://www.edutopia.org/article/5-research-backed-studying-techniques
13. ↑ https://www.usa.edu/blog/study-techniques/
14. ↑ https://www.apa.org/ed/precollege/psychology-teacher-network/introductory-psychology/study-better
15. ↑ https://psychcentral.com/lib/top-10-most-effective-study-habits#1
16. ↑ https://psychcentral.com/lib/top-10-most-effective-study-habits#1
17. ↑ https://psychcentral.com/lib/top-10-most-effective-study-habits#1
18. ↑ https://news.ua.edu/2018/04/dont-cram-for-the-exam-9-ways-to-study-effectively-for-finals/

How to Rare LEGO Minifigures

Plus how to estimate the value of your own LEGO minifigures

Would you believe that a LEGO minifigure can be worth thousands or even hundreds of thousands of dollars? Its value all depends on how rare it is, i.e., how many were made, and how many are still left on the market. Take a peek into the fascinating world of LEGO collecting and discover 20 rare minifigures – some of which are from fan-favorite franchises like Star Wars and Marvel! We also cover how to determine the value of your own minifigures and where you can find rare and valuable ones to add to your collection.

[Edit]The Rarest LEGO Minifigures in the World

The rarest LEGO minifigures in the world are the 14K solid gold C-3PO (valued at $300,000), the Wooden Wu minifigure from The LEGO Ninjago Movie (worth $104,500), and the three figurines aboard NASA's Juno spacecraft: the Roman god Jupiter, his wife Juno, and Galileo, the famous real-life astronomer (priceless).

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Rare LEGO Minifigures & What They're Worth

1. NASA Jupiter Mission Minifigures: Jupiter, Juno, & Galileo — Priceless{endbold} In 2011, LEGO made three minifigures out of space-grade aluminum to travel aboard NASA's Juno spacecraft on its way to Jupiter. Because there are only three of them, they're considered priceless and the rarest of all LEGO minifigures.^[1]
   
   • Jupiter and Juno were named after the Roman god and goddess, respectively, while Galileo was modeled after the astronomer who discovered Jupiter's moons.
2. The LEGO Ninjago Movie Wooden Wu — $104,500{endbold} Only four copies of this minifigure exist, making it the rarest one on Earth! You may recognize it as the prop from The LEGO Ninjago Movie held on-screen by actor and martial arts master, Jackie Chan.^[2]
   
3. LEGO 14K Solid Gold C-3PO — $300,000{endbold} This figure based on the droid C-3PO from the Star Wars franchise was only available to the winners of a LEGO Magazine giveaway held in 2007. Only five of them were ever made, making this minifigure worth its weight in gold.^[3]
   
4. LEGO Spider-Man "Red Lower Legs" (SDCC 2013 Exclusive) — $20,000{endbold} If you wanted the Spider-Man minifigure with red lower legs, your best shot of getting one was to attend San Diego Comic-Con in 2013 and enter a raffle. Today, in its original packaging, its value can go up to $20,000!^[4]
   
5. LEGO Captain America (Toy Fair 2012 Exclusive) — $1100{endbold} Captain America is a Marvel superhero created in 1941 and a main character in Marvel Cinematic Universe. To celebrate the launch of their new Marvel sets in 2012, LEGO released 125 exclusive Captain America minifigures at the Toy Fair.^[5]
   
6. LEGO Iron Man (Toy Fair 2012 Exclusive) — $1500{endbold} Along with the Captain America minifigure, LEGO also gave away 125 exclusive Iron Man minifigures at Toy Fair 2012. Iron Man and Captain America are the leaders of the Avengers, so it makes sense to pair these two – and they're worth up to $5000!^[6]
   
7. LEGO Superman "Black Suit" (SDCC 2013 Exclusive) — $7800{endbold} This dark-clad Superman minifigure looks strikingly different than the traditional blue and red suit we're all familiar with. LEGO gave 200 of them away in a raffle at San Diego Comic-Con 2013, and DC fans have been pursuing them in online auctions ever since.^[7]
   
8. LEGO Green Arrow (SDCC 2013 Exclusive) — $5300{endbold} Green Arrow, a hero from the DC Comics universe, was an exclusive release at San Diego Comic-Con 2013. Like "Black Suit" Superman, LEGO made just 200 copies of it. In addition to his signature hood and bow, this minifigure also comes with a blond hair piece to match the original comic book character.^[8]
   
9. LEGO Lester (Grand Opening for London Store) — $1200{endbold} Lester is a LEGO minifigure created specifically for the grand opening of the LEGO Store in Leicester Square in London. LEGO gave 275 of these figures to fans who attended the opening, and whenever he pops up on eBay, you can be certain he'll cost over $1000.^[9]
   
10. LEGO Spider-Woman (SDCC 2013 Exclusive) — $6000{endbold} This minifigure was part of a San Diego Comic-Con 2013 exclusive giveaway, which you had to buy a raffle ticket to enter. Only 350 copies were released, making Spider-Woman an extremely rare find today and worth up to $6000!^[10]
    
11. LEGO Education Will.i.am — $4000{endbold} In 2016, LEGO released 400 minifigures which were made to resemble rapper and singer-songwriter, Will.i.am. They were only available to attendees of a charity event, so if you find one in the wild, it's likely you'll have to pay a pretty penny to make it your own!^[11]
    
12. LEGO Barb (Comic-Con 2019 Exclusive) — $800{endbold} LEGO "Barb" AKA Barbara Holland was an exclusive San Diego Comic-Con release back in 2019. The minifigure resembles her character in the hit Netflix show Stranger Things, which premiered its third season that same year.
    
13. LEGO New York "NY I Heart" Yoda — $6000{endbold} By far one of the most fun rare Star Wars minifigures is this Yoda minifigure wearing an "NY I Heart" t-shirt. LEGO handed out 1000 of these toys in Times Square in 2013 to commemorate the completion of an X-wing made entirely of LEGO bricks.^[12]
    
14. LEGO Mr. Gold — $4000{endbold} If you bought a LEGO Series 10 Mystery Bag in 2013, chances are you would have pulled out the jaunty, monocled Mr. Gold minifigure – one of 5000 ever made. And if you were able to hang onto that figure until now, you'd find yourself sitting on a treasure trove!^[13]
    
15. LEGO Boba Fett (Cloud City Variant) — $2000{endbold} There are many LEGO versions of Boba Fett – the fan-favorite bounty hunter from the Star Wars franchise – but none so rare as the "Cloud City" version. While other minifigures' designs are infused in the plastic, this one's armor design is printed on, making it rare among Boba Fetts.^[14]
    
16. LEGO Jørgen Vig Knudstorp 2009 Business Card Minifigure — $250{endbold} Jørgen Vig Knudstorp is the CEO who took over the LEGO company in 2004 and ran it until 2017. In 2009, LEGO released a minifigure that looked like Knudstorp and which he used as his business card.^[15]
    
17. LEGO Ahsoka Tano "Armor and Belt" — $287{endbold} Ahsoka Tano is a beloved character from the Star Wars franchise, and LEGO has released multiple versions of her. The rarest one is part of the "Rebel Combat Brigade" set where she's depicted with her armor and belt printed on her torso.^[16]
    
18. LEGO Kanan Jarrus "Black Hair & Eyebrow" Version — $250{endbold} In 2014, LEGO released a Star Wars ship set called "The Ghost." One of the minifigures, Kanan Jarrus, came with black hair and black eyebrows, yet in future sets, his hair and eyebrows were brown. The color change makes this figure a rare one.^[17]
    
19. LEGO Spider-Man "Blue Arms & Silver Webbing" — $106{endbold} This variant Spider-Man figurine – with its distinctive dark blue arms and silver webbing on the head and torso – was released in two separate LEGO sets in 2003. It hasn't been part of any sets since then, hence the reason it's become rare and sought-after among LEGO Marvel enthusiasts.^[18]
    
20. LEGO Max Rebo — $50{endbold} Max Rebo is a delightful blue alien who appeared in Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi as the leader of a band in Jabba the Hutt's palace. He later appeared in Jabba's sail barge, which is also the LEGO set he came in.^[19]
    

[Edit]How to Determine the Value of Your LEGO Minifigures

1. Search for your minifigures on the internet to check prices. Check popular secondhand LEGO sites, like eBay and Bricklink, to see how much other people are charging for their versions of your minifigures. This will give you a ballpark figure for what yours are worth.
   
   • The fewer minifigures LEGO produces in a single run, the rarer and more expensive they are in the future. For example, the original Yoda minifigure wearing an "NY I Heart" shirt that LEGO gave out at Times Square goes for thousands of dollars at auction because LEGO only produced 1000 of that unit for that specific event.
   • Regular, non-rare minifigures can cost anywhere from $0.99 used on eBay to $8.99 for a new minifigure on Amazon.
2. Check for damage like cracks and discoloration. Damaged LEGO minifigures are automatically worth less. If yours show any cracks, color fading, or print rubbed off, their value is depreciated and you'll need to ask for less money if you try to sell them.
   
   • A rare minifigure that has some wear and cracking can depreciate by as much as 75% from its mint value in its original packaging.^[20]
3. Check if they're still in their original packaging. If you managed to acquire a rare minifigure and resist taking it out of its packaging, your patience will be rewarded when you go to sell it. Sealed, mint minifigures can be worth several times their worth on their own!^[21]
   
   • For example, a Mr. Gold minifigure by itself can go for around $1000 on eBay, whereas one in its original packaging can go for up to $9000 or even $11,000.
4. Become a seller on Bricklink or eBay to sell your rare minifigures. Registering as a seller on eBay takes only a few minutes, whereas Bricklink sellers must undergo a long, multi-step verification process. The benefit of Bricklink is it's a marketplace specifically for people who buy and sell LEGOs, so you're more likely to find more dedicated collectors who will want to buy your minifigures there than on eBay.
   

[Edit]Where to Find Rare LEGO Minifigures

1. Buy or bid on them through eBay or BrickLink. On eBay, you can bid on rare LEGO minifigures as sellers post them to their shops or buy them now (for a much steeper price than you would at auction). BrickLink is another great site to check out, as it's the world's largest marketplace for used and new LEGO parts.
   
2. Go to garage sales and estate sales. Some people keep rare LEGOs around for years, never realizing their worth, and then decide to sell them at a cheap price to get them out of their house. Look at local newspaper ads or on Facebook Groups to find garage and estate sales, and you might get an amazing deal.
   
3. Check Craigslist and Facebook for people selling LEGOs in bulk. Rather than go through eBay or a garage sale, some people prefer advertising bulk LEGOs for sale on Craigslist or Facebook. Vet these sellers carefully before you meet them in person. With luck, you'll find one or two rare minifigures in the lot to make it worth your while!
   

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[Edit]References

1. ↑ https://www.space.com/12546-lego-figures-jupiter-juno-spacecraft.html
2. ↑ https://youtu.be/AdtJ-r-oQb4?si=hTtMH86oLBucGCNb&t=125
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6. ↑ https://youtu.be/Eb0AZ2ufbCo?si=dywJEIuTr3DP_67R&t=120
7. ↑ https://youtu.be/Z9-T2FnE2YM?si=x8GIJa91JT82yRF5
8. ↑ https://youtu.be/l1JbAM9it4Q?si=p9E4YNkQEA-vRFko
9. ↑ https://youtu.be/PEoTw6Zdx64?si=zTflhoZirU8ZnV3O
10. ↑ https://youtu.be/D--xjJhQG4o?si=9ZokhUQfh8I05gNS&t=8
11. ↑ https://www.thegamer.com/rarest-lego-minifigures-ever-made
12. ↑ https://youtu.be/fonxGY9zI7c?si=B5cb1A9ehOU6QVjN&t=43
13. ↑ https://www.wargamer.com/lego/rarest-lego-minifigures
14. ↑ https://youtu.be/AdtJ-r-oQb4?si=RUdsv66Jxrv9dNdK&t=256
15. ↑ https://www.thegamer.com/rarest-lego-minifigures-ever-made
16. ↑ https://youtu.be/AdtJ-r-oQb4?si=OlEm0IXTDz2zX-YG&t=330
17. ↑ https://www.thegamer.com/rarest-lego-minifigures-ever-made
18. ↑ https://youtu.be/AdtJ-r-oQb4?si=XmI0uvz2ZevDw8pg&t=367
19. ↑ https://youtu.be/AdtJ-r-oQb4?si=GVS_vr669RZjjSeC&t=432
20. ↑ https://www.wargamer.com/lego/rarest-lego-minifigures
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How to Body Language of a Man Secretly in Love with You

Spot his cues to prove he’s secretly falling for you

Is there a guy out there who might have feelings for you? Maybe he’s someone you’ve been on a few dates with, or maybe he’s just the office hottie who you flirt with at work. Whoever he might be, uncovering his feelings and seeing if he likes you back takes some subtle detective work. Fortunately, by studying his body language and how he interacts with you, you can make an educated guess as to how he’s feeling about you. Read on to learn about the body language to watch for and how to know that his feelings are more than just platonic.

This article is based on an interview with our professional dating coach, John Keegan, founder of The Awakened Lifestyle.

[Edit]Things You Should Know

• Look for signs like sustained eye contact and dilated pupils. Typically, this means that someone has feelings for you.
• Watch for subconscious grooming, like when he touches his hair or fixes his tie.
• Pay attention to whether or not he mirrors your own body language.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]He makes eye contact with you.

1. Eye contact is a sure sign that someone wants to connect with you. When you two talk, does he make it a point to look directly into your eyes? While this can sometimes feel a little intense, it’s a really good sign—it tells you that he wants to keep the conversation going, and that his feelings might be a bit more than surface-level.^[1]
   
   • You might also catch him staring at you, or glancing in your direction frequently.
   • Eye contact can be tough for some people, so don’t take it personally if he has trouble meeting your gaze. For shy guys, avoiding your eyes might be the hint that he likes you.
   • So if you’re struggling to read that body language cue, you’re not alone!

[Edit]He raises his eyebrows when he sees you.

1. A quick raise of the eyebrows shows that he’s attracted to you. This one can be tough to spot, because it’s fast: in the first 1 to 2 seconds after he spots you, his eyebrows will quickly raise and then lower again. This is an automatic response that we all do when we see someone we’re attracted to.^[2]
   
   • Lifting your eyebrows opens your eyes more, making them look inviting and warm. This is probably why this move is so ingrained in us.

[Edit]He touches his hair.

1. Stroking his hair shows that he’s nervous around you. If he has short hair, he might pet the back of his head or smooth the top of his hair down. If he has long hair, he might stroke the ends of it or twirl it around his fingers. This is a sign that he really cares what you think about him, and he’s subconsciously grooming himself to look good for you.^[3]
   
   • Sometimes, men also play with their hair as a subconscious way to make themselves look taller. When his hand is raised to his head, you might perceive him as a few inches taller than he actually is.

[Edit]His pupils dilate.

1. Our pupils get bigger when we see someone we’re attracted to. Lean in close and try to look at his eyes the next time you see him. Do his pupils become larger the longer he looks at you? If so, his body is giving away his attraction to you.^[4]
   
   • Pupils also dilate when we head into a dark room, so make sure you’re standing somewhere bright when you look for this sign.

[Edit]He mirrors your body language.

1. Mimicking your body language is a subconscious cue that he likes you. When you lean back, he leans back, too. If you cross your arms, he crosses his arms, too. He isn’t doing this intentionally—humans automatically mirror someone’s body language when we like them (or want to be like them).^[5]
   
   • Test this out next time you see him by putting your hands in your pockets or crossing your legs. If he does the same thing soon after, there’s a good chance he’s secretly into you.

[Edit]He smiles around you.

1. A genuine smile lets you know he’s happy to be around you. People smile more when they’re around those that they like, especially if there’s something a little more than platonic going on. If you keep catching glimpses of his pearly whites, there’s a very good chance that he likes you.^[6]
   
   • The same thing goes for laughter, too. Try telling him a terrible pun that’s not actually funny. If he laughs like you just told him the best joke he’s ever heard, he’s definitely got a crush on you.

[Edit]He touches you on the arm.

1. A casual touch is a classic flirting technique. Pay attention to how close you two get: does he pat you on the shoulder while you talk? Does he touch your arm after you say something funny? People normally touch someone else when they want to get closer to them, so it probably means that he has deeper feelings for you.^[7]
   
   • He might also pat you on the leg or touch your knee while sitting down.

[Edit]He leans in toward you.

1. Leaning in means that he wants to get closer to you. Sure, it’s a little bit literal, but it’s the truth—a guy will make an effort to lean toward you when he likes you. Pay attention to how close he stands next to you or how far he leans over the table across from you.^[8]
   
   • You’ll probably notice that he’s leaning inside of your personal bubble. This is because he doesn’t notice the boundaries anymore; he just wants to be close to you.

[Edit]He faces you.

1. When someone turns toward you, they’re giving you all their attention. When you two are standing to chat, his feet and torso will always be pointed toward you. When you two sit next to each other, he’ll angle his chair to face you. This open body language is a clear non-verbal sign that he has feelings for you.^[9]
   
   • On the flip side, you can tell someone doesn’t really want to chat if they point their feet away from you.

[Edit]He looks relaxed around you.

1. When he’s relaxed, he feels like he can be himself around you. When you approach him, his shoulders move downward and his expression looks open. This is because your presence is calming, and he likes having you around.^[10]
   
   • Other signs to watch for include uncrossed arms and legs. When someone crosses their extremities, they’re usually feeling a tad bit anxious or nervous.

[Edit]He listens when you talk.

1. He might give you his full attention because he cares what you have to say. Have you ever met someone who didn’t actually listen when you spoke? When a guy is secretly in love with you, he’ll be the opposite: you’ll have him hanging on every word you say.^[11]
   
   • He’ll probably ask you follow-up questions and remember everything you say days later—even tiny, mundane details.

[Edit]He messes with his tie or his coat.

1. He’s adjusting his outfit to look good for you. Similar to the hair-touching phenomenon, guys will often adjust their clothing when someone attractive comes into the room. You might catch him adjusting his tie, unzipping his coat, or smoothing his shirt down.^[12]
   

[Edit]He removes obstacles between you two.

1. A lack of physical barriers shows that he wants to be near you. If you two sit at a table with a vase of flowers in the center, he’ll push it off to the side. If he’s holding a bag or satchel, he’ll set it down instead of putting it in front of him. This is because he’s subconsciously showing you that he’s totally open to being with you.^[13]
   
   • People who don’t like each other often subconsciously place barriers in between themselves.

[Edit]He touches his own face.

1. He might touch his face because he’s subconsciously turned on. It’s subtle, but when we’re turned on by someone, our face (and especially our lips) becomes more sensitive. He might run his hand along his cheek or gently brush his own lips because he’s feeling ooey gooey inside.^[14]
   
   • If he’s drinking, he’ll take more sips of his drink for the same reason: to draw attention to his lips.

[Edit]He acts nervous or fidgets around you.

1. Shy guys tend to get anxious around people they like. If your guy is a little bit nervous, you might catch him fidgeting or acting like he can’t stand still when you’re around. This is because he’s excited to see you, but also because he’s afraid of messing things up.^[15]
   
   • Landing a shy guy can be a bit of a challenge, but you can get him to open up by making the first move.

[Edit]He stands with his hands on his hips.

1. A power stance subconsciously draws attention to his crotch. Okay, this one isn’t the most flattering of signs, but guys definitely do it. When he stands, he probably plants his feet hip-width apart and puts his hands on his hips. This is to subtly direct your attention, ah… down under.^[16]
   
   • Keep in mind that he’s doing this subconsciously—he doesn’t actually know that he wants you to look down there.

[Edit]He lends you his coat.

1. Giving you his coat shows that he wants to protect you. He doesn’t want to see you shiver—he’d rather freeze in the cold himself than see you suffer. Guys typically only give up their jackets to people they like, so if this happens to you, count yourself lucky.^[17]
   
   • Plus, giving you his coat means you two have to reconnect later on so you can give it back to him.

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[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

1. ↑ [v161981_b01]. 7 September 2021.
2. ↑ https://www.scienceofpeople.com/someone-likes-you/
3. ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cutting-edge-leadership/202107/the-9-primary-signals-flirtation
4. ↑ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3411709/
5. ↑ https://www.scienceofpeople.com/male-body-language/
6. ↑ [v161147_b01]. 10 June 2021.
7. ↑ [v161147_b01]. 10 June 2021.
8. ↑ [v161147_b01]. 10 June 2021.
9. ↑ [v161582_b02]. 1 October 2020.
10. ↑ [v161014_b01]. 29 May 2019.
11. ↑ [v161981_b01]. 7 September 2021.
12. ↑ https://www.scienceofpeople.com/male-body-language/
13. ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/let-their-words-do-the-talking/201607/5-nonverbal-clues-someone-is-interested-in-you
14. ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cutting-edge-leadership/202107/the-9-primary-signals-flirtation
15. ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/relationships-communication/tips-for-finding-lasting-love.htm
16. ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/relationships-communication/nonverbal-communication.htm
17. ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/rethinking-men/201501/chivalry