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      1. Eye conductor

      Always conduct from the eye. That way you can see what you're conducting better. Photo: iStock

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      2. The smell

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      3. Hair

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      4. Dad's suit

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      5. Stick

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      6. Gloves

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      8. Looking up

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      9. Creepy

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      10. Looking up

      Yes, keep looking up at the ceiling. And remember the gloves. Photo: iStock

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      11. Stick

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      12. Rock

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