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https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Kissable	How to Be Kissable	If you want to be kissable, keep your breath fresh and your lips soft. Make sure you brush your teeth, floss, and use mouthwash to keep bad breath away. You can also chew gum or suck on a mint to freshen your breath during the day and after you eat. To keep your lips soft, use a lip exfoliator once a week, which gets rid of dead skin. Keep a lip balm with you and use it whenever your lips get dry or chapped. Drink plenty of water, which helps to keep your lips hydrated. If you wear makeup, you can also apply a little lipstick to draw attention to your lips.	Brush your teeth twice daily. Brushing your teeth daily is necessary to maintain good dental hygiene, and it is especially important if you plan to be kissed. Brush your teeth at least twice a day—once in the morning and once at night. You may want to brush your teeth after lunch as well if you plant to kiss someone during the afternoon. Use a whitening toothpaste when you brush to improve the appearance of your teeth. Floss daily. Flossing is an important part of good dental hygiene. Flossing dislodges trapped food particles in order to prevent bad breath and tooth decay. You should floss at least once a day, but flossing morning and night is ideal. Floss gently so that you don't cause your gums to bleed. If your gums do bleed excessively, consult a dentist. Bleeding gums could be a sign of gingivitis. Gargle with mouthwash. Use a mouthwash, like Listerine, after you floss. Flossing will dislodge the food, and mouthwash will remove the displaced particles. Gargle with the mouthwash of your choice for 30 to 60 seconds and then spit it out. Repeat this after every flossing. You can also carry a travel-size mouthwash with you for a quick way to maintain fresh breath on the go. Use a tongue scraper. A tongue scraper is a plastic or metal tool that you go over your tongue with to remove dead cells and bacteria that cause bad breath. Apply the tongue scraper to your tongue and work it in a back and forth motion for about 10 to 20 seconds. Repeat once a night after brushing your teeth. Many toothbrushes will also come with a tongue scraper on the back of the brush head. Keep your breath fresh with products and natural ingredients. You can carry breath mints, mouthwash, and sprays with you to freshen your breath. These products are available at most supermarkets and drugstores. If you prefer natural alternatives, certain ingredients are thought to help bad breath. Apple cider vinegar, alfalfa tablets, guava, and raw sage leaves can freshen your breath. A few other natural alternatives are tea tree oil, parsley, fennel seeds, and anise. Shower at least once a day to stay fresh and clean. Being clean and smelling fresh is another important part of being kissable. Shower at least one a day, morning or night, depending on your preference. Wash and condition your hair and use a fragrant soap or body wash as you shower. Shower more than once a day if you are especially active. You don't have to wash your hair once a day if it is not beneficial for your hair type, but you should keep it clean. Look for a soap that contains natural ingredients if chemical fragrances irritate your skin. Moisturize after your shower to keep your skin soft. Rub lotion all over your body and face after you take a shower. You may want to use a different type of moisturizer for your face and body. Regularly moisturizing will keep your skin soft and touchable. Some lotions may be too harsh for facial use, so it is usually better to use a moisturizer specifically made for the face. Exfoliate your lips to keep them soft. Exfoliate once a week to remove dead skin cells and keep your lips soft. You can buy a lip exfoliator at a beauty supply store, or you can make your own. Simply sprinkle some sugar on the fruit of your choice—like a mango or strawberry. Gently rub your lips with the fruit for about 30 seconds. Don't continue to exfoliate if your lips begin to feel sore or bleed. Carry a lip balm with you to prevent chapping. Lip balm keeps your lips moisturized and prevents chapping. Put on lip balm in the morning and apply it as needed throughout the day. Any type of lip balm will work. Use whatever lip balm feels and smells the best to you. Use a light shade of lipstick that contains Vitamin E to keep your lips hydrated. If you use makeup, a light shade of lipstick can make your lips appear even more welcoming. Unfortunately, cheaper lipsticks can dry your lips out. Invest in a higher quality brand and look for a lipstick that contains Vitamin E. Apply it as needed so that your lips will look lovely and soft. Dark-colored lipsticks aren't ideal for kissing because they will likely spread and quickly fade. Massage your lips to make your lips appear fuller. Rub your fingertips over your lips in a circular motion for about 30 seconds once a day. Massaging your lips will make them appear fuller and redder. This is because a massage will stimulate the blood flow to your mouth. You can repeat this up to three times a day if you'd like. Stay hydrated to make your lips appear hydrated and healthy. Your lips will be one of the first parts of your body visibly affected by dehydration. Drink at least 8 cups of water per day. Avoid drinking excessive amounts of alcohol as well to prevent dehydration. Make eye contact to let your partner know you're interested. Don't be afraid to look your partner directly in the eyes. Your eyes will usually portray how you are feeling, so this is a good way to let your partner know that you are wanting to kiss them. Eye contact can't directly give away what you want, but it can make it more obvious. Lean in closer to your partner and lock eyes with them. If you wear glasses, you may want to remove them when you make deep eye contact with your partner. Let your eyes drift to your partner's lips. Once you've made eye contact, you can let your eyes wander to further hint to your partner that you want to be kissed. Look them in the eyes and then let your eyes drift to your partner's lips. You don't have to keep your eyes on their lips. Look at their lips for a few moments and then return to eye contact. Smile at your partner. Smile at your partner while you maintain eye contact and at any point throughout your time with them. Being tense will show on your face, which could convey an unwanted message. You don't have to constantly smile, but it will help them feel like you are comfortable with them. Tell your partner you're okay with being kissed. The simplest way to be kissed is to let your partner know that you'd be okay with it. You don't have to demand a kiss. Simply let them know that it's something you're open to and would be happy to do. You can simply say “I would be happy if you kissed me.” You could also say “I'd really like to kiss you.”	Brush your teeth twice daily. Floss daily. Gargle with mouthwash. Use a tongue scraper. Keep your breath fresh with products and natural ingredients. Shower at least once a day to stay fresh and clean. Moisturize after your shower to keep your skin soft. Exfoliate your lips to keep them soft. Carry a lip balm with you to prevent chapping. Use a light shade of lipstick that contains Vitamin E to keep your lips hydrated. Massage your lips to make your lips appear fuller. Stay hydrated to make your lips appear hydrated and healthy. Make eye contact to let your partner know you're interested. Let your eyes drift to your partner's lips. Smile at your partner. Tell your partner you're okay with being kissed.
https://www.wikihow.com/Use-Tinted-Moisturizer	How to Use Tinted Moisturizer	To use tinted moisturizer, put it on top of your regular moisturizer and foundation primer. Once you've rubbed in your moisturizer and primer, squeeze a pea-sized amount of tinted moisturizer onto your fingertip. Dab a bit onto your cheeks, forehead, under your eyes, and along your nose. Then, use your fingers or a makeup brush to spread it onto your skin using upward, sweeping motions. After you've spread it across your face, gently blend it into the lines under your eyes and nose, and along your jawline so it looks more natural. To keep your tinted moisturizer in place, apply a light dusting of setting powder on top.	Distinguish between tinted moisturizer and foundation. Tinted moisturizer and foundation are both water-based products that contain moisturizing agents, oil, and pigment (to give some coverage). But, tinted moisturizers contain more moisturizing agents than foundation and generally offer lighter coverage. Depending on the makeup line, tinted moisturizers and foundations can be almost indistinguishable so you'll need to experiment with products. Tinted moisturizers come in a bunch of different formulas, so look for one that is right for you. If you have oily skin, for example, look for an oil-free formula. If you are worried about aging day-to-day sun exposure, look for a formula with SPF. Decide if you should use a tinted moisturizer. Choose a tinted moisturizer if you want a light, natural look, rather than medium or full coverage. Tinted moisturizer looks more like your skin than some heavier foundations. It can also simplify your skincare routine by acting as your regular moisturizer. The humectants and emollients in the moisturizer will add moisture to your skin and help seal it in. Foundation is a better choice for people who are looking for heavier coverage. You can also layer tinted moisturizer over your regular moisturizer if your skin tends to be dry. Choose a tinted moisturizer that matches your complexion. Try to match the tinted moisturizer shade to your face. If you're at a makeup counter, test a little on the side of your face. Or, test a little on the back of your hand. You shouldn't see any product on your skin if it blends well and matches. You should also check to see how your skin absorbs the product. If you aren't sure what color you need, visit a makeup counter and ask a professional to help you find a tinted moisturizer that matches your skin tone. Check for sun protection. Many tinted moisturizers offer sun protection and list SPF protection. In addition to apply a daily sunscreen, you may want to find a tinted moisturizer that has an SPF of at least 30 for additional protection against both UVA and UVB rays. Remember that the sunscreen protection from your tinted moisturizer will wear off within a few hours unless you reapply it or apply another sunscreen throughout the day. Select brushes. While you can simply rub tinted moisturizer onto your face using your fingertips, using a brush may give you more control. Consider using a duo fiber brush. This brush is small with a flat head so you can blend the tint into your skin. You can also use a blending sponge to get heavier coverage. Using a brush or sponge can help you achieve a more uniform makeup look. Combine your moisturizer and foundation primer. Squirt a very small amount of untinted moisturizer and foundation primer onto your fingertips. Rub your fingertips together so that the moisturizer and foundation primer are mixed together well. Dab the mixture on your cheeks and forehead so you can easily rub it into your skin. Pat the mixture onto your chin, temples, and under eyes. Let it set on your skin for about a minute before applying your tinted moisturizer. Dot the tinted moisturizer on your skin. Squeeze about a pea-sized amount of tinted moisturizer onto your fingertip. Dab a bit of the tinted moisturizer on your cheeks, forehead, under your eyes and along your nose. Buff the tinted moisturizer into your skin. Take your brush or your fingers and use upward sweeping motions to spread the moisturizer into your skin. Make lots of small circular motions as you move the brush across your face. Unlike foundation, tinted moisturizer actually penetrates the skin better when applied with your fingers. While a brush offers a different kind of control, it is not strictly necessary. It may help to hold the brush near the end so that you're not guiding its movement as much. Blend in your lines. Use your brush to work the moisturizer right under your eyes, under your nose, and along your jawline. Be sure to work the moisturizer down from your jawline to under your chin. This will prevent any makeup lines from being visible. If your brush is too large to get into hard to reach places, try switching to a smaller or finer brush. Apply a concealer under your eyes and over any blemishes. Use a rounded concealer brush to dip into your creamy concealer. Apply the concealer as close to your lash line as you can. Be sure to spread the concealer into the corners of your eyes and a little past the ends of your lash lines. Blend out concealer over any blemishes or redness that you may want to cover, as well. You can also build up your tinted moisturizer if there are any areas where you want just a little more coverage. Applying a concealer can help make your skin a uniform color that matches your tinted moisturizer. Set the tinted moisturizer using a setting powder. To keep your tinted moisturizer in place for longer, apply a light dusting of setting powder over it. Dip a large powder brush into your powder and gently sweep it across your face. Be sure to get right under your eyes where you applied concealer. One benefit of using a tinted moisturizer is a natural, dewy glow. If you want to maintain that, you can skip the powder and instead use a setting spray or facial mist to help hold your makeup.	Distinguish between tinted moisturizer and foundation. Decide if you should use a tinted moisturizer. Choose a tinted moisturizer that matches your complexion. Check for sun protection. Select brushes. Combine your moisturizer and foundation primer. Dot the tinted moisturizer on your skin. Buff the tinted moisturizer into your skin. Blend in your lines. Apply a concealer under your eyes and over any blemishes. Set the tinted moisturizer using a setting powder.
https://www.wikihow.com/Hang-a-Tapestry-with-Command-Strips	How to Hang a Tapestry with Command Strips	To hang your tapestry with Command strips, first lay your tapestry face down on a flat surface. Then, press the Velcro sides of 2 Command strips together to form a pair. You'll need 2 to 4 pairs depending on how big and heavy your tapestry is. Peel off the back of 1 side and stick the Command strip pairs along the top edge of your tapestry. Once you've stuck all of the pairs onto your tapestry, peel off all of the backs and stick them to the wall. Hold each strip for a few seconds, applying firm pressure to make sure it sticks to the wall.	Decide where you would like to hang the tapestry. Large, empty walls are a great choice for a tapestry, though tapestries work just fine in bathrooms and smaller spaces as well. Just make sure that the space is well ventilated, as smells from cooking and humidity in general can get caught in fabric. Mark the wall where the two top corners of the tapestry will be. Be sure to measure the distance from the ceiling to each corner point in order to make sure they are at equal heights on the wall. Lay the tapestry face down on a clean, flat surface. If you have an iron available, iron the tapestry on the correct fabric setting. Get the Command Strips ready. For this method of hanging, Command Picture Hanging Strips may work best (these are the Command Strips that resemble Velcro). Take the Command Strips out of their packaging and separate them. Press the Velcro faces of two strips together until they make a clicking sound. Prepare several pairs of strips in this way so they are ready to use. Attach the Command Strips to the tapestry. Remove one liner from each of your prepared Command strips. Stick the strips securely along the top edge of the tapestry, starting with the corners. Depending on the size and weight of your tapestry, you may only need 2-4 Command Strips across the top edge of your tapestry. Once you hang the tapestry, you may decide that you want to use two more command strips on the bottom edge to hold the tapestry in place. Attach the tapestry to the wall. When you are ready to hang the tapestry, remove the remaining liners from the Command Strips. Starting with the two upper corners, press the Command Strips and tapestry onto the wall, being sure to apply significant pressure. Mark the wall where the two top corners of the tapestry will be. Make sure that the corners are marked at the same height, then draw a straight line between these two points to help you see where to place the clothespins. Choose your clothespins. You can use regular-sized clothespins or smaller craft clothespins depending on the weight of the tapestry and the look that you are going for on your walls. Attach the Command Strips to the clothespins. Remove the liner from one side of the Command Strip and attach it to the clothespin. For this hanging method, Command Poster Strips will work the best. These strips look like tabs of double-side tape. If you are using small, craft clothespins, you will likely have to cut the Command Strips in half lengthwise to fit them onto the pins. Stick the clothespins to the wall. Remove the remaining liner from the Command Strips attached to the clothes pins. Starting at one of the corners and working your way across the top edge of where the tapestry will hang, stick the clothespins firmly to the wall. The number of clothespins you use will vary depending on the size of the tapestry. Try and space the clothespins evenly across the wall, leaving a few inches in between each one. Clip the tapestry into the clothespins. Starting at one corner of the tapestry, feed the top edge of the tapestry fabric into each clip. The bottom and sides of the tapestry can remain unfixed or you can choose to attach them to the wall as well. Choose a piece of foam core. When finding foam core for this method, select a piece that is approximately the same size as your tapestry or larger to allow you to adjust the size of the board to fit the fabric. Mark the foam core where you would like to trim it down. If the foam core you have is not quite the right size for your tapestry, you will need to trim it. Measure both the tapestry and foam core and compare their sizes. You will be mounting your tapestry onto the foam core, so the goal is to leave at least an inch of tapestry overlapping around the edge of the board. For example, if your tapestry is 60" by 45," your foam core should be cut to 58" by 43" to leave an inch of fabric to fold over the edge of the board and staple. Cut the foam core. Foam core can be a little tricky to cut successfully. If you have a yard stick, lay that along your measuring line to help guide your blade. Make an initial cut using an Exacto Knife or box cutter, just deep enough to pierce the top paper of the foam core. Then, go over this light cut with a second, deeper cut that goes all the way through the board. Lay the tapestry face down on a clean, flat surface. If you have an iron available, iron the tapestry using the correct fabric setting. Place the cut foam core on top of the tapestry. Ensure that there is in fact enough fabric left all the way around the foam core to overlap it onto the back of the foam core and staple. Staple the overlapping fabric onto the foam core. Using a stapler or staple gun, staple the top corner of the tapestry to the foam core. Pulling the tapestry tight, staple the opposite corner. From there, staple at equal intervals around the edge of the tapestry, continuously pulling the tapestry tight. Attach Command Strips to the foam core backing of the tapestry. For this method of hanging, either Poster or Picture Hanging Command Strips will work well. Be sure to adhere the Command Strip to the foam core and not the tapestry fabric. Depending on the size and weight of your tapestry, you will need 2-4 Command Strips, though it is a good idea to have a few more on hand, just in case. Attach the foam core and tapestry to the wall. Remove the liner from the Command Strips and press the board and tapestry to the wall. Be sure to apply enough pressure to the tapestry to ensure that the Command Strips have fully adhered to the wall.	Decide where you would like to hang the tapestry. Mark the wall where the two top corners of the tapestry will be. Lay the tapestry face down on a clean, flat surface. Get the Command Strips ready. Attach the Command Strips to the tapestry. Attach the tapestry to the wall. Mark the wall where the two top corners of the tapestry will be. Choose your clothespins. Attach the Command Strips to the clothespins. Stick the clothespins to the wall. Clip the tapestry into the clothespins. Choose a piece of foam core. Mark the foam core where you would like to trim it down. Cut the foam core. Lay the tapestry face down on a clean, flat surface. Place the cut foam core on top of the tapestry. Staple the overlapping fabric onto the foam core. Attach Command Strips to the foam core backing of the tapestry. Attach the foam core and tapestry to the wall.
https://www.wikihow.com/Stop-Shaking	How to Stop Shaking	If you want to stop shaking, start by taking several deep breaths, which is the best remedy if you're shaking from nervousness. If you haven't eaten in a while, have a piece of hard candy, drink some juice, eat a few crackers, or chew on a glucose tablet to raise your blood sugar. Try to limit your caffeine or alcohol intake if you think your shaking is related to those substances. If you aren't sure what's causing your shaking, it's best to see a doctor to get to the bottom of it.	Take a deep breath. An excess of adrenaline can cause your body to shake, especially if something has scared you and caused your fight or flight response to kick in. This shaking will probably be most noticeable in your hands and legs. If you find that you are shaking as a result of fear or nervousness, the best thing that you can do is take a deep breath. Deep breathing stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, which is associated with sleep and relaxation. By taking a few deep breaths, you can put yourself into a more relaxed state. Inhale a long, deep breath through your nose and hold it for a few seconds. Then, exhale through your mouth. Take several deep breaths to help yourself calm down. If you are able, recline or lie down for a few minutes to make your deep breathing even more effective. You might want to try the 4-7-8 breathing technique to help with relaxation, which you can learn more about here: https://www.uofmhealth.org/health-library/uz2255. Practice yoga or meditation. Stress and anxiety may be the cause of your shaking or it may be making your shaking worse. Relaxation techniques like yoga and meditation can help you stop shaking by reducing stress and anxiety. Try taking a beginner yoga or meditation class to see how it helps your shaking. Get a massage. Massage has been shown to reduce shaking in people who have essential tremor, a condition that causes the arms, legs, and head to shake at all times. In the study, the intensity of the subject's shaking decreased right after the massage. Whether you shake from stress and anxiety or from essential tremor, you may get some relief by having regular massages. Try a massage to see if it stops your shaking. Get enough sleep. Not getting enough sleep can cause your hands and legs to shake or make shaking worse if you have an essential tremor. Make sure that you get the recommended amount of sleep every night. Teenagers need between 8.5 and 9.5 hours of sleep per night, while adults need between 7 to 9 hours of sleep per night. Consider how much you have eaten. Low blood sugar can cause you to experience shaking in your hands and legs, especially if you are diabetic. If you notice that you are shaking and you think low blood sugar might be to blame, eat or drink something with sugar in it as soon as possible. Low blood sugar needs to be treated quickly to avoid more serious complications like confusion, fainting, or seizures. Eat a piece of hard candy, drink some juice, or chew on a glucose tablet to raise your blood sugar. You should also have a snack like a sandwich or some crackers if your next meal is more than 30 minutes away. Consider the amount of caffeine you have had. Drinking too many caffeinated beverages like coffee, cola, energy drinks, and tea can cause you to shake. Up to 400 milligrams of caffeine is considered a safe amount for adults and up to 100 milligrams for adolescents. Children should not have caffeine at all. Since everyone is different, you may experience shaking from even a small amount of caffeine. To stop shaking from caffeine, limit your caffeine or eliminate it entirely if you are sensitive to caffeine. Some ways that you can limit your caffeine intake include: drinking decaf or half-decaf coffee in the morning drinking caffeine-free cola not drinking any caffeinated beverages past noon switching from coffee to tea Determine if nicotine is to blame. Smoking can cause your hands to shake because nicotine is a stimulant. If you are a smoker, then your shaking hands may be the result of your smoking. Nicotine withdrawal can also cause shaking, so even if you have recently quit smoking, you might be feeling the effects of it. The good news is that nicotine withdrawal symptoms usually peak after about 2 days and then become less noticeable as more time passes. Consider how much alcohol you drink on a regular basis. Some people find that a drink may help relieve shaking, but when the effects of the alcohol wear off, the shaking returns. Frequent excessive consumption of alcohol can even make shaking worse. If you are prone to shaking, limit or avoid alcohol to help stop your shaking. Examine other recent lifestyle changes. Have you recently quit drinking or stopped using drugs? If so, your shaking may be the result of withdrawal symptoms. If you have been alcohol-dependent or drug-dependent for a long time, then you should seek treatment while you detox. During the detox process, some people experience seizures, fever, and hallucinations. These severe complications can even cause death. Seek immediate medical attention if you are experiencing shaking while detoxing from drugs or alcohol. Ask your doctor about side effects of the medication you are taking. Many medications have the unfortunate side-effect of causing your hands, arms, and/or head to shake. This side-effect is called a drug-induced tremor. From cancer medications, to antidepressants, to antibiotics, to asthma inhalers, a drug-induced tremor is a possible side-effect. If you are experiencing a tremor and you think it might be a side-effect of your medication, talk to your doctor about your options. Your doctor may decide to have you try a different medication, adjust your dosage, or add another medication to help control the tremor. Don't stop taking your medication without speaking to your doctor first. Ask your doctor to perform tests that may identify the cause of your shaking. There are several serious medical conditions that may cause shaking, including Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, brain damage, and hyperthyroidism. If you have other symptoms or you cannot attribute the cause of your shaking to something else, then you should see your doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor can perform tests to determine what is causing your shaking and advise you on the best course of action. Describe your symptoms to your doctor in as much detail as possible—e.g., where it is located, whether it tends to happened while you're moving or at rest, and what sort of movement it is. Different types of tremor may point to different underlying causes. Depending on what's causing your shaking, your doctor may be able to prescribe a medication that can help. For example, beta blockers, which are normally used to treat high blood pressure, may help with essential tremors or shaking related to anxiety.	Take a deep breath. Practice yoga or meditation. Get a massage. Get enough sleep. Consider how much you have eaten. Consider the amount of caffeine you have had. Determine if nicotine is to blame. Consider how much alcohol you drink on a regular basis. Examine other recent lifestyle changes. Ask your doctor about side effects of the medication you are taking. Ask your doctor to perform tests that may identify the cause of your shaking.
https://www.wikihow.com/Identify-a-Black-Widow-Spider	How to Identify a Black Widow Spider	To identify a black widow, look for traits commonly found on black widows, like a bright red marking that resembles an hourglass on the spider's round belly, which are found on female spiders. Additionally, female black widows will have shiny, hairless black bodies, and males are marked with brown and white. All black widows have long legs, and their hind legs are covered in bristles, which help them kill their prey.	Look for red markings on female black widows. Female black widows are best known for the red spots on their bellies. A black widow may have a connected red hourglass shape on the underbelly, or two triangles that don't touch in a slight hourglass shape. One type of black widow has a row of reddish dots instead of the hourglass shape that the species is known for. There is a lot of variation in the coloring of black widows. Occasionally, the color of the markings can be brown, yellow, or orange. Also, sometimes the hourglass shape may be a single triangle or dot. Check for a shiny, hairless black body. Females black widows are a shiny black color. This color will cover their legs and their belly, except for where the red spot is. The body will be hairless and smooth. Look for the brown and white coloring of juvenile and male black widows. Male and juvenile black widows of both sexes have smaller brown bodies and white markings. They look different than the mature female, as they are a lighter shade, generally a tan, brown, or gray color. Unlike the females red hourglass, the males and juveniles have white or yellow lines on the upper side of the abdomen. Males are smaller than females, almost half the size. The male's belly is smaller and more oval shaped Male black widows are not as dangerous as females because their bite isn't venomous. Check for bristles on the legs. Black widows have eight legs, which extend from their thorax. The hind legs are covered with bristles, which are used to help them wrap their prey in silk. Notice long legs. Black widows have long legs compared to the size of their body. The front legs are the longest legs, while the third pair are the shortest. Females have black legs, while males or young females have brown legs. Assess the size of the spider. Black widow spiders are relatively small. A female black widow will measure approximately 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) in length, including the legs. Its body is about a half inch (1.27 cm) long. Males are much smaller, measuring approximately 0.75 inches (1.9 cm) in length, including the legs. Look for a rounded belly. Black widows have plump, rounded abdomens that are directly attached to the spider's thorax, behind the spider's back pair of legs.The abdomen is the same color as the head. You will find any distinctive markings on this part of the spider. A male black widow has a smaller belly than its female counterpart. Look for an irregular shape. A black widow's web is typically irregular in shape. The threads are strong and look a bit thicker than other spider webs. The webs look like they are tangled up, though they are constructed with precision. The black widow's web generally has a diameter of approximately one foot (30 cm). Look for webs in dry, dark places. If you find a spider web in an open location that gets lots of sun or rain, then it is probably not a black widow's web. Black widows generally like to live in dry and dark hiding spots. Black widows also tend to stick to areas near the ground, so webs that are located in high areas are probably not black widow webs. Search for a spider hanging upside down. Black widows have a very unique way that they rest in their webs. At night, they spend most of their time hanging upside down in the web, waiting to capture prey. During the day, they will probably be in hiding. If a black widow is hanging upside down in her web, it will likely make the crimson area on her abdomen visible. Watch for black widows in dark, enclosed areas. Black widows are generally solitary spiders who stay in dark, quiet areas. These include corners and other out of the way areas in basements, sheds, attics, and outdoors. You may also find them in woodpiles, under porches and rocks, in trash piles, in a garden, or even in shoes that have been left outside. Whenever you are working in areas where black widows are known to live, use caution and look carefully before going into dark corner or sticking feet and hands inside enclosed areas. Protect yourself. If you must be in an area where you know a black widow has been spotted, wear protective clothing. Use gloves, wear long sleeves and pants, and put on closed toed shoes. This can help reduce your risk of getting bitten. Putting insect repellent, such as DEET or Picaridin, on your clothing as well. This can help discourage the spiders from coming near you. Contact pest control services. If you have black widow spiders in your home, don't try to get close to them, interact with them, or kill them yourself. You could get bitten. Instead, contact a pest control service, who can figure out a plan to get rid of the black widows for you. Treat a bite. Black widow bites can cause stiff muscles, nausea and vomiting, breathing problems, sweating, itching, swelling, weakness, and abdominal pain. These symptoms may show up within eight hours of a bite. Seek medical attention as soon as possible. Wash the bite with soap and water, and then apply a cold washcloth. You can take an over-the-counter pain medicine, like Tylenol. Elevate limbs to help prevent swelling. If your child is bitten, take them to the emergency room immediately.	Look for red markings on female black widows. Check for a shiny, hairless black body. Look for the brown and white coloring of juvenile and male black widows. Check for bristles on the legs. Notice long legs. Assess the size of the spider. Look for a rounded belly. Look for an irregular shape. Look for webs in dry, dark places. Search for a spider hanging upside down. Watch for black widows in dark, enclosed areas. Protect yourself. Contact pest control services. Treat a bite.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Buttery-Nipple-Shot	How to Make a Buttery Nipple Shot	To make a buttery nipple shot, start by pouring 1 ounce of butterscotch schnapps into a large, chilled shot glass. Then, gently pour 1/2 ounce of Irish cream into the shot glass and enjoy! You can use more or less schnapps or Irish cream, but try to keep the ratio at 2 parts schnapps to 1 part Irish cream.	Pour 1 oz. of butterscotch schnapps into a shot glass. You'll need a larger shot glass to make this shot. In general, the rule of thumb is to have twice as much schnapps as Irish cream in your drink. For ideal taste, the shot glass should be chilled. Gently pour 1/2 oz. of Irish cream into the shot glass. You can pour the cream over a spoon to help it drop gently into the glass, floating up to the top. Drink. You're all done -- now just pick it up and knock it back! Works best when a friend is also enjoying a buttery nipple shot. Make the Alien Nipple. This adds a green tint and a tropical flavor to an ordinary buttery nipple. Here's what you'll need to make it: 1/2 oz. butterscotch schnapps 1/4 oz. Irish cream 1/4 oz. melon liqueur Make the Peach Nipple. All you need to do to make this drink is to substitute peach schnapps for butterscotch schnapps. Just make sure not to mix the ingredients and to let the Irish cream float to the top. Here's what you'll need to make one: 2/3 oz. peach schnapps 1/3 oz. Irish cream Make the Golden Nipple. The Golden Nipple adds a festive touch to the standard buttery nipple. Make sure to pour the ingredients into the glass in order. Here's what you'll need to make it: 1/2 oz. cinnamon schnapps 1/2 oz. butterscotch schnapps 1/2 oz. Irish cream Make the Vodka Nipple. If you want to make this tasty shot a bit more alcohol-friendly, you can add a bit of vodka to the mix. Fill a shaker with ice and then pour in the ingredients and shake them up. Strain them up into shot glasses when you're done. This shot won't be layered, but it will be tasty. Here's what you'll need: 1/2 oz. vodka 1/2 oz. Irish cream liqueur 1/2 oz. butterscotch schnapps 1/2 oz. coffee flavored liqueur	Pour 1 oz. Gently pour 1/2 oz. Drink. Make the Alien Nipple. Make the Peach Nipple. Make the Golden Nipple. Make the Vodka Nipple.
https://www.wikihow.com/Date-a-Man-Who-Has-a-Child-when-You-Don%27t	How to Date a Man Who Has a Child when You Don't	If you're dating a man who has a child when you don't, you'll want to take the relationship slow and make sure to communicate with your partner about both of your needs. Whether you see your relationship as casual or potentially serious, take it slow to avoid upsetting his child. As you work through the situation, make sure to express any doubts or frustrations that you're having so you can work through them. From the start, you'll want to know what he expects from your relationship together as well as your future relationship with his child, so ask him questions and keep the dialogue open. It's also important that you define your own boundaries and not take on more responsibility than you're comfortable with. Explain that you see yourself as a support for him as a parent but that you're not the parent yourself.	Be honest with yourself. Assess your own needs. Know from the start what you truly expect from this relationship. Ask yourself whether you intend to pursue and commit to a lifelong relationship with the father or whether you're only interested in a casual relationship. Expect grief. Whether the father is a widower, a divorcee, or a parent out of wedlock, know that he's most likely in a period of mourning for his previous relationship. Also be aware that men are more likely than women to hide their feelings, so don't assume everything's fine just because he says it is. If you're interested in pursuing a longterm relationship, invite him to openly discuss his loss. Use your conversations to evaluate how well he's coping with it. Accept second place in the beginning. Embrace early on that his child should be his #1 priority. Be flexible when scheduling your own quality time with him. Appreciate the fact that his money should be earmarked first and foremost for his child's needs. This may sound like a bummer, but think of it as an excellent way to judge the father's character. Whether he's a widower, divorced, or otherwise estranged from the mother, imagine that you're the mother in this situation. Ask yourself if he's acting as responsibly toward his child as you would expect him to act toward your own. If he's showering you with time, money, and attention while neglecting his kid, consider that a red flag. Remember this is only temporary. Look forward to becoming an equal member of the family as you gradually integrate over time. Know that you’re beginning more than one relationship. If you're expecting your relationship with the father to become permanent, be prepared to have one with the child and mother as well. Even if the mother has passed on or is largely absent from your own life, they will still maintain a large presence in both the father and child's mind. Ask the father early on about the family's history. Learn about both the child and the mother before you meet them: their character, their interests, their strengths and weaknesses, etc. Use the father's answers to better understand the man you're dating. For instance, while he may have criticisms about the mother that are perfectly valid, be wary if he places 100% of the blame for everything that's ever gone wrong entirely on her. Judge for yourself how well he's able to assess a situation objectively and accept responsibility for his part in it. Expect the unexpected. Know that you'll be facing many more variables than you would be in a relationship with a single man without children. Understand that the father's relationship with the mother may change over time, for better or for worse. Appreciate the fact that the child's thoughts and feelings may alter as well, both as they age and as your own status in their lives changes. Expect to face far more stress and challenges than you've grown accustomed to in childless relationships. Think positively! While it's important to be realistic about the situation that you're entering, don't let challenges and stress dissuade you from pursuing a future with the father if you think it's worth it. Remember that challenges met and overcome can be rewarding experiences in their own right. Realize that you won’t be sharing “firsts. ” Whether you're hoping to marry the father and/or have children of your own, accept the fact that the father has already achieved one or both of these milestones. Ask yourself how much importance you really place on reaching these steps together as mutual “firsts” in your life journey. At the same time, consider the fact that you'll have a partner who has prior concrete experience with things that, for now, are only hypothetical for you personally. Whether it's committing to a long-term relationship or having another child, you'll have a partner with more intimate knowledge about the situation as a whole and what to expect, as well as more self-knowledge about his own capabilities in that situation. Reassess your needs. Once you've considered the reality of dating a single father, reevaluate what you honestly need from a relationship. Based on that, ask yourself if you can really expect those needs to be fulfilled in these circumstances. Decide then whether to walk away or continue dating. If you're only seeking a casual relationship, let the father know. If he's fine with that, continue to date without involving yourself at all in the child's life. If you want to keep things casual but he wants more, or if you'd like to pursue a deeper relationship as well but feel way too daunted by the circumstances, let him know that there's a conflict of interest here. Tell him that, while you like him just fine, the situation is simply too much for you. Don't allow yourself to be backed into a situation that you can't handle. If you're willing to commit to a long-term relationship and become part of the child's life, find out as much as you can about what you're walking into. Ask other people in similar circumstances about their own experiences. Seek professional help about what to expect. Find out more about the child and their mother, both from the father and from any other mutual acquaintances you may have for a more rounded view. Every situation is different, so learn as much as you can about your own before taking the bigger plunge. Ask what he expects of you. Talk about his own needs. Know from the start what he expects from your relationship together as well as your future relationship with his child. Define your own limits. Resist the urge to please. Avoid taking on more responsibility than you're comfortable with or obligated to accept. Clearly define yourself as a source of support for him, the parent, and not a parent yourself. Due to learned gender roles, widowers and male divorcees may often finding themselves lacking in certain parental skills possessed by the mother. To compensate, the father may hope for you to step in and fill the mother's role, whether or not he's even conscious of it. Make it clear to him that his duty is to learn these skills himself and not merely replace the mother with you. Take it slowly. Whether you're dating casually or already madly in love, avoid rushing into the relationship at any step. Appreciate the fact that your status as a couple will almost certainly be an upheaval in his child's life. Avoid upsetting the child's world by stepping into it too quickly. Communicate constantly. Emphasize honesty for the child's sake. Accept the fact that your situation will produce a large amount of stress and potentially negative feelings. Express any doubts or misgivings that either you or the father may have. Know where each of you stand at any given point in time, especially before making the larger step of involving yourself in his child's life. Ask the father about their relationship. Know where they stand with each other. Find out whether their split was amicable, bitter, or somewhere in between. If their current relationship is openly vicious, brace yourself for the extra drama and stress that this will undoubtedly add to your own relationships with the father and his child. If their current relationship is quite friendly, politely but firmly establish yourself as the father's new partner. Appreciate the fact that the two have a prior intimacy that may inform their interactions, but don't be afraid to speak up when you believe either one has crossed a line. Respect her role. Remember that she's the child's parent. Understand that she will always occupy a space in the child's life, and vice versa. Accept the fact that, to some degree, you will have to hold yourself accountable to her as a presence in her child's life. Even if she's a negligent or otherwise poor parent, remember that her status as mother will never change. Don't feel obligated to respect the woman, but do respect the fact that she will always play some sort of role in both the father and child's life. Be polite. Even if you can't stand each other, make a point of being civil. Earn respect and/or the moral high ground by showing respect in order to better ensure a positive atmosphere for all concerned, especially the child. Also be aware that the child will feel more loyalty toward their mother than they will toward you. Earn their respect by always treating their mother with courtesy. Honor the deceased. If the father is a widower, accept the mother's continued presence in both his life and the child's. Allow them to speak freely of her so they can honor her memory and so you can evaluate how each is coping with their loss. Although a jealous twinge here and there may be a perfectly natural knee-jerk reaction, avoid poisoning your relationships by making the father and/or child feel like they must suppress her memory in your presence. Talk it over with the father first. Be sure of your own relationship before beginning one with his child. If either one of you still feels more casual than committed toward the other, forego any involvement with the kid. Avoid disrupting the child's life prematurely or unnecessarily. Wait a little longer. If you and the father both feel ready for you to meet his child, give yourself some extra time before actually doing it. Allow yourself more time to get cold feet. If you do have second thoughts, ask yourself whether it's just jitters or a sign that you're really not quite ready for this. Keep it simple. Take a baby-step approach to entering their life. For your first introduction, plan no more than an opportunity to say hi to the child and then introduce yourself as a friend of their dad's. Choose a low-key setting to meet. Keep it casual as opposed to a formal setting where you would be clearly identified as the father's “date.” Pick a time and place that are both clearly part of the father and child's time together, rather than a date between yourselves with the child in tow. Plan to make a brief appearance and then exit by yourself, leaving them alone together, so that your presence comes across as incidental. Avoid leaving the child with the impression that you're “taking Daddy away.” Take it slowly. Increase the time you spend together very gradually. Pop up here and there to say hi and establish that you're a presence in Dad's life, but limit your exposure in the beginning so that the majority of the kid's time with Dad is spent one-on-one with him. Imagine the child’s perspective. As you spend more time with them, remain conscious of what impressions the child might take away from your encounters. Prioritize the father-child relationship. Be careful not to come across as competition for Dad's attention. Establish your role. Once you and the father have made the child aware of your relationship, assume your role as the father's new partner. Make it clear to the child that you're not here to be the new “Mom” or another “Dad.” Equate yourself with the role of aunt, uncle, or a similarly respected adult figure with an invested interest in their well-being, like a teacher. Keep taking it slowly. Allow the child time to accept your new role in their life. Understand that even once they do accept it, their acceptance may not develop into an emotional bond. Accept this as a reality. Avoid trying to force a bond between you. In the meantime, be present and consistent in their lives, offering yourself as an added resource for them should they ever choose to make use of it. Maintain your role when challenged. No matter how well-adjusted or behaved the child is, expect them to act out at times as all children do. Be prepared for a delicate balancing act. When confronting the child, expect to hear that you are not their mom or dad. Accept the truth of that statement. At the same time, assert yourself as an adult figure to whom they must show some respect. Demand support from the father. Remind him that while your role is to support him as a parent, his role is to be the parent. Don't allow yourself to be backed into the position of being the disciplinarian by default. Respect the mother in their child’s presence. Remember that they will most likely continue to feel more loyalty toward their mother than toward you. Regardless of your personal feelings toward her, be careful what you utter within earshot of their child. Don't lose the child's respect by disrespecting their mother in front of them. Be patient. Accept the fact that your new role in the child's life will test them continually. Expect them to take a while to accept your presence. Also expect their progress to be upset by each milestone that you and their father achieve; for instance, while they may have grown to accept your role as Dad's new partner, they may be knocked back a couple steps once you and Dad announce that you'll be moving in together or getting married.	Be honest with yourself. Expect grief. Accept second place in the beginning. Know that you’re beginning more than one relationship. Expect the unexpected. Realize that you won’t be sharing “firsts. Reassess your needs. Ask what he expects of you. Define your own limits. Take it slowly. Communicate constantly. Ask the father about their relationship. Respect her role. Be polite. Honor the deceased. Talk it over with the father first. Wait a little longer. Keep it simple. Take it slowly. Imagine the child’s perspective. Establish your role. Keep taking it slowly. Maintain your role when challenged. Respect the mother in their child’s presence. Be patient.
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-the-CEO-of-a-Company	How to Become the CEO of a Company	Becoming the CEO of a company can be a long and difficult journey, but developing the right skills and choosing the right career path can increase your chances of success. While formal education isn't a requirement to become a CEO, most have at least a college education. Consider earning a bachelor's degree that will help you in the industry you're most interested in, like public policy or business administration. To further increase your chances of becoming a CEO, don't be afraid to start out in smaller positions and slowly take on greater responsibilities to work your way up to management positions. Keep your eye on becoming the head of a major division, like design and planning, since theses positions can lead to CEO positions.	Cultivate your communication and public speaking skills. Communication skills, including public speaking, elocution, and being a good listener, are among the most important personal characteristics every potential CEO needs to have. Developing and honing these skills will help you to become a better CEO candidate down the line. Working with a mentor is a good way to develop these skills by consulting with someone who can help you realize what specific aspects of your communication skills need improvement. If you're still in school, consider taking classes on rhetoric or public speaking as good opportunities to work on developing your communication skills. Trying out for plays or other dramatic performances might also be a good way to fine tune your oral performance chops. Embrace your ambition and push yourself to work hard. Having drive and ambition is considered even more important than communication skills when it comes to personal characteristics needed to become a CEO. Get comfortable with the idea of working hard for longer hours than average to ensure you'll have the work ethic to get to the top. Get a bachelor’s degree in the field you want to work in. Although formal education is not generally a requirement for becoming a CEO, most CEOs do have at least a college education. Consider earning a bachelor's degree that will help you as a CEO in a particular industry, such as computer science or public policy, or simply study business administration. For example, if you want to become the CEO of a multimedia conglomerate, you might find getting a degree in communication or television to be particularly useful. Many CEOs have degrees in fields that aren't directly related to business, but rather are related to their industry. For example, Larry Page, the CEO of Alphabet, has a bachelor's degree in engineering and a master's degree in computer science. Work or volunteer in your desired field to gain relevant experience. Generally speaking, a person has to accumulate a great deal of experience in an industry's field before they can become CEO. Take a job or volunteer position that will grant you work experience in the field you want to work in; remember, it's never too early to start accumulating experience. For example, if you want to take over as CEO of a coffee company, a good way to gain relevant experience would be to work in a coffee shop, ideally one that is run by that same company. Consider volunteering or working in jobs that will grant you conflict management or organization experience; examples might include being a camp counselor, a conflict resolution assistant, or a convenience store manager. Earn an MBA to make you a better candidate for CEO. Although CEOs come from a variety of degree programs, most large corporations do prefer their CEOs to have a Masters in Business Administration (MBA). Earn a degree from an MBA program if you want to eventually be hired on by a company to serve as CEO. Having an MBA is less necessary if your plan is to found your own corporation; there are no education requirements at all for becoming a small business owner. You can typically apply to an MBA program no matter what your bachelor's degree was in. Although business majors are sometimes stronger applicants, MBA programs accept all types of students. Gain experience in a management position, if possible. Other than relevant experience in the industry, CEOs almost always have had extensive experience in managing businesses or similar operations. Gaining management experience is one of the best ways to make yourself more qualified to be a CEO early on. For most corporations looking to hire on a new CEO, having senior-level management experience is almost always a requirement. Since you likely won't be able to start out in such a position, work in positions that will give you low-level management experience to build on. For example, if you work in a movie theater, apply to become an assistant manager when a position opens up. From there, aim to graduate to general manager and gain even more management experience. Say yes to chances to take on greater responsibilities. Many CEOs who rose up through the ranks of a company did so by making “big leaps” early on in their career. When opportunities for added responsibility appear, even if the role is outside your experience thus far, seize them and embrace the challenge. This is especially the case regarding opportunities to fill management positions. For example, if you're offered the chance to become the president of your particular division, you should accept the offer even if you don't feel entirely prepared for the job. Look for chances to demonstrate your CEO skills. Depending on the details of the job you're in, you may find yourself in a position to take care of problems or issues that require the skills of a CEO to resolve. Keep an eye out for such opportunities and leap at the chance to resolve them. For example, if you work in a sales department, you might consider taking on the task of revamping a failed product or improving your department's poor performance. This is also a good means of demonstrating to your superiors that you're ready for greater levels of responsibility, if you want to jumpstart the process of earning a promotion. Apply for jobs or promotions even when you don’t feel qualified. Inevitably, becoming a CEO means moving up from whatever position you start in into higher and higher positions. Although you won't always feel like you're qualified for these positions, apply for them whenever the opportunity arises; they represent your upward path towards becoming a CEO. Even if you don't feel ready for taking on a higher position right away, you'll have the chance to learn how to perform your new job once you're in it. If you've developed the right skills and personality traits for becoming a CEO, you'll be able to tackle this new responsibility. Take on small projects to show you can build a great product. You might think that taking on a relatively small project, or starting one yourself, won't matter when you're pursuing a big goal like becoming a CEO. However, small projects give you the opportunity to build something from the ground up and maybe make an outsized impact on the company or institution you're in. For example, if you're told to launch a new product in your department, take this as an opportunity to carry out a project that you can almost completely control and the success of which will be attributed entirely to you. Don’t be afraid to start out in a smaller position. If you want to become the CEO of a particular company by rising up in the ranks, your first step is start out in a lower level job and move up through promotion. Apply for the highest-level job you're qualified for, even if it's an entry-level position. For example, if you have an engineering degree, you might apply for a job within a company as an engineer and work your way up to higher and higher positions. Keep in mind that no job is too low of a starting point. Even entry-level custodial positions are potential launching points for a person aiming to become a CEO. Aim to become the head of a company’s operational division. No matter where you're starting out, you should always strive to become the head of a major division or international business within a company. The people who fill these positions are usually the first ones to be offered the job of CEO of a large corporation. Operational divisions are those that involve the primary practice of a business. For example, in a manufacturing company, those divisions that would fall under operations include design, planning, procurement, and production. Human resources and marketing would not fall under this category. Although it's possible to become a CEO by rising through a different department, the majority of CEOs were pulled out of operational divisions. Consider working at a smaller company to gain greater experience. If you want to become the CEO of a particular company, you don't necessarily have to work there. Although it's helpful, you may find better opportunities for gaining senior-level management experience by working for a smaller company with more opportunity for upward advancement. This method also enables you to expand your professional network beyond the confines of a single company, which may help you to become the CEO of a different company in the long run. Decide on and research your business idea. The first thing you'll need to do is decide on the basics of your business, such as what product or service you'll be selling and how you'll be selling it. Then, research how unique your product is, who else is selling it and how, and whether or not your product solves an actual problem for consumers. Researching these topics ahead of time will help you to avoid potential losses in the marketplace when you actually establish your business. The more you can research how your idea compares to what others are selling, the better you'll be able to offer a unique product that stands a better chance of succeeding in the long run. Write out a business plan for your idea. If you want to become the CEO of your own company, you'll need to start one and make sure it's successful. To minimize your chances of failure early on, write out a plan for your business that answer critical questions about how your business will operate. For example, you should write out who your intended customers will largely be, how you plan to market your product or service, and so on. Although you probably can't plan too much, you should aim to make your business plan at least a page long. Anything less will probably not adequately address critical questions about your business model. Develop a plan to market your business. Whether or not your business succeeds will depend in large part on whether you're able to successfully market your product. Figure out ahead of time how you plan to market your product to potential customers and take steps to bring that plan to fruition. For example, you can go ahead and create a website for your business and begin promoting it on social media before you officially open for business. Assemble your team of employees and advisors. Although your business may be a one-person operation, you'll very likely need to have some trusted advisors by your side who can help you in more particular areas of the business. Furthermore, if you want your business to expand at all, you'll need to hire employees at some point. For example, unless you have legal training, you'll probably find you need a lawyer at some point to help with business issues. Likewise, you may need experts to help you with accounting, insurance, and advertising. File the proper paperwork. Once you've written out your plan and assembled your team, the last thing to do is file the paperwork that will make your business official. This will definitely include filing for the applicable licenses and registrations from your state government, though you may need to file other forms as well, depending on the state you're in. You'll also need to purchase the appropriate business insurance before you begin your actual operations.	Cultivate your communication and public speaking skills. Embrace your ambition and push yourself to work hard. Get a bachelor’s degree in the field you want to work in. Work or volunteer in your desired field to gain relevant experience. Earn an MBA to make you a better candidate for CEO. Gain experience in a management position, if possible. Say yes to chances to take on greater responsibilities. Look for chances to demonstrate your CEO skills. Apply for jobs or promotions even when you don’t feel qualified. Take on small projects to show you can build a great product. Don’t be afraid to start out in a smaller position. Aim to become the head of a company’s operational division. Consider working at a smaller company to gain greater experience. Decide on and research your business idea. Write out a business plan for your idea. Develop a plan to market your business. Assemble your team of employees and advisors. File the proper paperwork.
https://www.wikihow.com/Love-Yourself	How to Love Yourself	To work on loving yourself, try to replace negative things you think about yourself with positive, encouraging thoughts. For example, if you catch yourself thinking, “I'm such a failure,” you could replace that with, “I made a mistake, but I'm human. I'll learn from this and do better next time.” Over time, you'll train your brain to think more positively about yourself. Make a list of your positive attributes and add to it regularly, even if it's just one new thing every week. Then, reflect on the list each day to remind yourself that you're worthy of love and respect. Remember to set aside time for self-care every day too, whether it's reading a good book, going for a walk in nature, or taking a relaxing bath. Taking time to do things you enjoy is a great way to show yourself the love and attention you deserve. Learning to love yourself is a process, so don't get discouraged if you find yourself struggling sometimes. With time and practice, loving yourself will get easier every day.	Overcome negative beliefs about yourself. Many people have trouble letting go of negative thoughts that they have about themselves. These negative thoughts often come from outside people whose opinion we value and from whom we seek love and acceptance. Avoid perfectionism. Some people have trouble accepting anything less than perfection from themselves. If you find yourself pursuing perfectionism and feeling negatively about yourself when you are less than perfect, take three simple steps. Stop your current line of thinking, then focus on the effort that will be required to work towards a goal, then steadily apply the required effort. Changing your focus from a final product (which may be evaluated in terms of "perfection") to the effort behind a task (which is harder to quantify as "perfect") can help you appreciate your own good work. Discard your negative filter. Focusing only on the negatives in your life is a bad habit. Excessive focus on negative or less favorable events in your life can make these events seem disproportionately important. If you find yourself complaining that everything that happens to you is bad, try to find a little evidence to the contrary; it is very unlikely that everything is really bad. Never call yourself names. Calling yourself a name is reducing yourself from a human to a single element of yourself that you do not like. Saying “I am such a failure” after getting fired from a job is inaccurate and unfair to you. Instead, make the useful comment, “I lost my job, but I can use this experience to find and keep a new job.” Saying “I am so stupid” is also likely untrue and reductive. If you feel stupid, it's more likely that you have a lack of knowledge about something. Instead, think, “I don't know how to do this basic home maintenance. Perhaps I could take a class and learn to do this in the future.” Do not assume that the worst can happen. It can be easy to fall into the assumption that the very worst outcome will happen with every situation. However, changing your inner thoughts to be realistic or truthful can help you avoid the generalization or exaggeration that accompanies assuming the worst. Rewrite your internal script. When you realize that you are thinking negatively for yourself, acknowledge the feeling, identify the source of the feeling, and then consciously make a new statement re-writing your thought as a more positive one. For example, if you forgot to send an important work-related email, you may find yourself thinking “I am so stupid! How could I have done that?” Stop yourself, and think “I feel stupid right now because I forgot to send the email. When I would forget to do things as a child, my father would tell me that I was stupid. These are his words, not my own, in my head.” Then think to yourself, “I am a competent employee who made a human mistake, and I will be sure to write myself a reminder in the future. For now, I will send the email along with an apology for not sending it before.” List your positive attributes and reflect on them daily. This can be difficult for someone who habitually thinks negatively of themselves, but try to find one positive thing about yourself to add to the list once a week. At the end of each day, reflect on your entire list. Make your list very specific. Instead of using general adjectives to describe yourself, try listing specific actions or attributes that describe who you are and what you do. For example, instead of simply saying "I am generous," you can write "Any time I know that a friend is struggling, I give her a small, thoughtful gift to show that I care. This makes me generous." As you read and reflect on your list, remember that each item on the list, however insignificant it may seem, is a reason that you are worthy of respect and love. Give yourself the gift of time. Do not feel guilty for spending time thinking about and reflecting on yourself and your own life. It is important to give yourself the time and permission for self-love. You will likely find that by doing so, you are more able to spend quality time helping others. Celebrate and reward yourself. This is the fun part of self-love: rewarding yourself! If you have had a significant accomplishment, celebrate it with a nice dinner at your favorite fancy restaurant. Think of all of the hard work you do every day, and find a reason to reward yourself with something nice. Buy yourself the new book or video game you've had your eye on. Take a long shower or bubble bath. Go on a solo fishing trip or get a massage. Develop a plan for dealing with setbacks or negativity. Notice what tends to throw you off from your current path of self-love, and decide how to deal with those things. Realize that you cannot control the words and actions of others, but you can control your responses and reactions. You may notice that negative comments from one particular person, such as your mom or your boss, set you off into a spiral of negativity. If this happens consistently, try to identify why this is. Decide how you will deal with negative thoughts you do have. You may need to give yourself a time-out to meditate or breathe. Acknowledge your feelings and reframe your negative reaction with positive reminders of your self-worth. Visit a therapist. Exploring negative thoughts and identifying triggers for your emotions can bring up feelings or memories from your past that are difficult to deal with. A therapist who is experienced with addressing painful pasts can help you navigate through the experience of recovery without causing you to relive painful experiences. A therapist's office can be a great place to learn to handle your negative thoughts productively and realize your positive qualities. Repeat positive affirmations daily. Find some positive thoughts that help you feel better, and repeat them daily. This may seem awkward or cheesy at first, but the habit will cause the positive thoughts to sink in, and you will begin to believe them, even if you don't at first. A good positive affirmation to promote self-love is: “I am a whole, worthy individual, and I respect, trust, and love myself.” If you find that the affirmations are not helping on their own, try visiting a therapist and pursuing a multi-level treatment that includes other approaches as well. Do things that make you feel good. Think of feeling good physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Do what it takes to feel good in multiple ways; it may require exercise, meditation, dancing and keeping a positivity journal. Find a routine that feels good and stick to it. Spend time alone doing activities you love, or take yourself on a fun outing such as going to the movies or even going out to eat, whether it be pizza or your favorite dessert. Don't forget to take advantage of alone time and use it for pleasure! Reflect on the effects of practicing self-love. When you spend time loving and rewarding yourself, you will likely see benefits in other areas of your life. Notice whether you have more energy, or if you are able to be more present with others. You might start to feel like you are more in charge of the choices you make, and that you have more control of your life. Understand Loving-Kindness Meditation (LKM). LKM is a form of meditation that enhances your feelings of kindness for yourself and others. LKM can give you the tools that you need to become proficient in self-love. Embrace the principles of LKM. Loving-Kindness Meditation involves loving without the imposition of expectations or conditions. It encourages you to love without judgment (either of yourself or others). Judgments of ourselves or others often causes misery in relationships with others or in our own minds. Learning to love without judgment is learning to love selflessly. Breathe deeply. Begin with breathing in slowly and deeply. Sit comfortably in a chair and allow your chest to fill completely with air, expanding from your diaphragm. Then exhale slowly and completely. Support yourself with positive affirmations. As you continue your deep breaths, begin repeating the following affirmations to yourself: May I achieve my dreams and live in happiness and peace. May I love others with my whole heart. I wish for myself and my family to be protected from harm. I wish for a life of health for myself, my family, and my friends. May I learn to forgive myself and others. Identify negative responses you have to the positive affirmations. If you find yourself thinking negative thoughts while you are repeating these affirmations, think about who is triggering these negative thoughts. Identify people towards whom you have difficulty feeling unconditional love. Repeat your affirmations, thinking about these people. Think about someone you feel positively towards. Repeat the affirmations, keeping that person in your mind as you repeat them. Think of someone you feel neutral about. Repeat the affirmations, keeping that person about whom you feel neutral in mind. Allow the positivity from the affirmations to fill you completely. Repeat the affirmations without thinking of anyone in particular. Focus instead on the positivity of the affirmations. Allow the feelings of positivity to fill you completely, and send that positivity out from yourself to the entire planet. Repeat a final mantra of love. Once you have extended feelings of positivity everywhere, repeat the following mantra: “May all living humans feel and be joyous, happiness, and healthfulness.” Repeat this affirmation five times as you feel the words resonate in your body and extend out to everything in the universe. Know the dangers of a lack of self-love. A lack of self-love can lead you to make harmful choices. A lack of self-love often equates to a lack of self-worth that leads to conscious or unconscious self-sabotage and prevents individuals from advocating for their own basic needs. Lack of self-love can lead to a harmful dependence on others for validation. Relying on others for validation often leads people to set aside their own needs in order to gain others' approval. Lack of self-love can also prevent emotional healing and progress; one study showed that individuals who engage in self-blame and ignoring themselves had poorer outcomes in psychotherapy. Recognize the importance of childhood experiences to loving yourself. Parent-child relationships have lifelong effects on character development; children who did not have physical, emotional, and mental needs met may have lasting problems with low self-esteem. Negative messages received in childhood—particularly recurring messages—often stick in an individual's mind and color their self-perceptions later in life. For example, a child who is told that he/she is “dull” or “boring” will likely think that he/she is dull or boring as an adult, even if there is evidence to the contrary (such as having many friends, making people laugh, or living an interesting lifestyle). Understand how parents can support self-esteem. Parents can follow the following advice to improve their children's feelings of self-worth: Listen to your children; it increases their self-worth. It can be easy to "tune-out" a child who talks a lot, not really listening to what he/she is saying. However, if you really listen to him/her and interact with him/her by asking him/her follow-up questions and responding to his/her words, he/she will feel that you value what he/she has to say. Teach children in a non-aggressive way (without hitting, yelling, or shaming) to stabilize their feelings of self-worth. For example, if your child hits another child, you can pull him/her to the side and calmly tell him that he/she shouldn't hit other children because it can hurt them. If necessary, you can have him/her take a short break to breathe and collect himself/herself before returning to play. Offer children warmth, affection, support, and respect without judgment to make children feel worthy of love and acceptance. If your child tells you that he/she is sad about something that seems silly to you (like the sun going down), do not dismiss his/her feelings. Acknowledge his/her feelings by saying, "I understand that you are sad that the sun went down. Then do your best to explain why the situation cannot be changed by saying something like, "The sun has to go down every night because the world is turning and the people on the other side of the Earth need to get sunshine too. It also gives us the opportunity to rest and get ready for the next day." Finally, offer a hug or other physical affection to comfort your child and help him/her feel that you empathize with him/her, even if you cannot change the situation. Understand the effects of outside comments on self-love. You will encounter negativity in your life. Self-love cannot be practiced in a bubble, without the influence of outside comments and potential negativity. As such, you must learn to deal with negativity from your partner, your boss, your parents, or even strangers on the street. You can empower yourself to let such negativity roll off of you without allowing it to change your feelings of self-worth.	Overcome negative beliefs about yourself. Avoid perfectionism. Discard your negative filter. Never call yourself names. Do not assume that the worst can happen. Rewrite your internal script. List your positive attributes and reflect on them daily. Give yourself the gift of time. Celebrate and reward yourself. Develop a plan for dealing with setbacks or negativity. Visit a therapist. Repeat positive affirmations daily. Do things that make you feel good. Reflect on the effects of practicing self-love. Understand Loving-Kindness Meditation (LKM). Embrace the principles of LKM. Breathe deeply. Support yourself with positive affirmations. Identify negative responses you have to the positive affirmations. Think about someone you feel positively towards. Think of someone you feel neutral about. Allow the positivity from the affirmations to fill you completely. Repeat a final mantra of love. Know the dangers of a lack of self-love. Recognize the importance of childhood experiences to loving yourself. Understand how parents can support self-esteem. Understand the effects of outside comments on self-love.
https://www.wikihow.com/Deal-With-Stress-in-Relationships	How to Deal With Stress in Relationships	To deal with stress in your relationship, start by identifying the source of your stress. If the stress is coming from outside the relationship, like trouble at work, try to find ways to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. For example, consider taking some quality time off from work to show your partner that your relationship comes first. To alleviate stress coming from within the relationship, communicate with your partner through responding rather than reacting, as this will help you talk about your problems more easily. While talking to your partner, avoid phrasing your comments as judgments or blaming your partner for things that are going wrong.	Isolate the source of stress. This could come from either outside your relationship (work, family, financial issues) or from within. If the source of stress is not the relationship itself, don't let stress spoil your private life. Learn how to manage so that it doesn't seep into conversations with your partner. When stress comes from outside the relationship, the best solution is to nip the problem in the bud. For example, if your dissatisfaction with a job is putting strain on your relationship, consider getting a new job instead of letting it affect your well-being. Make a priority check. If your relationship matters more to you than the source of stress or the fact that you're stressed, then you should focus on your own and your partner's well-being. Make it clear to your partner that your relationship is still more important than anything else. For example, you can say: "I'm sorry I'm going through a difficult time at work, and that this is putting a strain on us. You know you're what matters the most to me." Deal with stress together, not as individuals. See you and your partner as a team facing a difficult time and looking for a solution together. Put your ego in a corner and think through problems by asking yourself "What can we do?" rather than "What can I do?" If the stress is due to your partner's dealing with a hard situation, sympathize and show your active encouragement. As part of a team, you're called to play the role of helper and comforter. Make it clear that you are committed to the relationship no matter what problem you and your partner are dealing with. Stress tests the strength of any relationship. If you want to stay together despite the hardships, state it clearly. Work on your communication skills. Most relationship problems have their origin in the partners' failure to express their concerns and emotions straightforwardly. The first skill a couple needs as a team is to speak clearly, honestly and respectfully. Don't hold back your feelings. Silence is another source of strain in itself, and will only build up tensions. Express all your concerns and emotions, but do it in a way that is sincere and not judgmental. Go for positive statements like "I'm feeling..." or "I think that...", rather than questions ("Why did you...?") or negative sentences ("I didn't like..."). Humor is a great for relieving tension. Making a joke about a difficult situation, or seeing its funny side, will give both of you a positive outlet for your stress and help you put things into perspective. However, make the joke on you or the difficult situation, not on your partner. Face financial problems together. Money is one of the first causes of stress in a relationship. If debt, unemployment or related issues are putting a strain on your life as a couple, you should be open about it and look for a solution together. Look for professional financial advise without feeling ashamed. It is an adviser's job to help people through difficult times: you situation is just one of many they've dealt with. Don't blame each other for being in dire straits. Accusing your partner of spending money on a night out instead of saving it for more important stuff will only increase tension. Don't hide anything from your partner and make sure he or she is just as transparent. Discuss honestly how money loss has changed your life and how this is making you feel. Remember that work shouldn't take over your relationship. Jobs take up a large part of everyone's life and energy. However, work-related stress can often affect a couple's well-being. This doesn't mean you have to keep it all to yourself. Share it with your partner and find stress-relieving activities together. Don't ever use your job as a term of comparison with your partner. You might have similar or completely different occupations, but it's never a good idea to measure your professional success or failures against your partner's. Allow yourself and your partner some quality time off work. You can actually cheat on your job, every once in a while, as a sign that what you truly care about is not in your office. Learn to cope with illness as a couple. Chronic pain or an unexpected disease can put a lot of strain on a relationship. If this happens, remember that illness can change your habits but you're still the same people as before. Deal with the change together, and don't forget that partners are there to help each other especially in this case. If you're in pain, don't hold back. Let your partner know how this is affecting your life and making you feel. You can't expect your partner to read your mind: express yourself clearly and don't be afraid to ask for help. Keep having sex, if your own or your partner's condition still makes it possible. Being ill doesn't mean you should give up on life as a whole. Make the most of what you can still enjoy! Listen. In stressful times, you might tend to focus on your own problems and feelings. This can make you forget that your partner can help you only if you let him or her speak. Don't dismiss what they say: think their advice through and show gratitude for the effort. Isolate the problem in your relationship. If the stress comes from difficulties in your relationship, make a distinction between such problems and the relationship itself. You shouldn't let one single difficulty affect the entire relationship. Find out what doesn't work in the relationship and address this specific issue by using what does work as a point of strength. Give responses, not reactions. What makes a reaction different from a response is its intensity and emotional subtext. Think your answers through. If one implies anger, sarcasm, accusations, it's a reaction. This will only turn communication into a table-tennis match where the goal is to win rather than to find a solution. However, a team always plays on the same side. Don't phrase your comments as judgments or blame your partner out of spite. This can only lead to further stress and misunderstanding. You can do this by focusing on future objectives rather than past actions. If you were disappointed at your partner's not doing the dishes, seize the next occasion to ask them to do the dishes, without mentioning the fact that they didn't in the past. Don't invalidate your partner's opinions just to win an argument. Proving yourself right might be good for your ego, but it never makes a team stronger. Understand that, when we're angry, communication follows war patterns: aggression and defense. You should avoid both, and try to bring the conversation back to equal terms. Express ideas as positive statements, without using them as weapons or shields. Discuss rough reactions openly. If your partner's tone becomes aggressive or judgmental, point it out gently and ask what was behind the message. What we say is usually not as important as why we said it. This will help you address the original source of stress, instead of spending time arguing over a harsh reply. Be tolerant if your partner has a bad reaction. If this happens repeatedly, point out this is not a useful discussion. It will never lead to a solution but only further stress. Respect your partner and expect respect in return. This is the golden rule of any relationship. Showing each other respect through what you say or do will decrease the level of stress, whether the source is external or internal. Respect means having equal power in a relationship. What you say or do is just as important as what your partner says or does. Stress, instead, always derives from a power imbalance. For example, one of the two partners might be overly controlling or submissive. Trust and accept your partner as he or she is. Stress can also come from failed expectations. If that is the case, the problem is in what you expected rather than what your partner failed to provide. You chose your partner with all his or her faults and weaknesses, not as a fixer-upper. Love rests on acceptance and confidence. A consequence of acceptance is forgiveness. Your partner might have done something wrong. If your relationship is what matters the most, however, you should let go instead of holding grudges. Be open to negotiation and surrender. Every relationship calls for continuous rearrangements and resolutions of conflicts. If communication is smooth and equal, negotiation happens as a natural process. This also means you should know how to lose or give up an argument, if that's not what matters the most to you. Surrendering doesn't mean passively fulfilling all of your partner's wants. It is an active choice to downsize your desire to be always right or in control. However, this must also occur on a mutual basis. If you're the one surrendering all the time, there is a power imbalance that needs to be worked out. Talk to a relationship coach if needed. If you think stress has had too much of an impact on your relationship and that you and your partner cannot solve the problem on your own, discuss with him or her the possibility of seeking professional help. A counselor will offer an objective point of view and help you focus on strategies to attack the problem. If your partner doesn't want to join you, you can still meet with a counselor or therapist on your own. This will provide an external outlet where you can take out your stress and get professional advice on how to deal with it. Take some time off from your partner. A relationship can often feel like a 24/7 job. However, it's perfectly natural to feel like spending some time on your own every once in a while, especially if you're under pressure. Find activities you can do by yourself without fearing that this would hurt the relationship. If you're stressed because you feel you've lost your own self in a relationship, try to reaffirm your individuality and what makes you a unique person. In fact, enjoying some independence will make you go back to your partner as a stronger individual. Missing each other is good: it helps you realize why your partner is so important and cherish the time you spend together. Find alternative ways to decompress. Especially if stress comes from outside the relationship, you should find external outlets so that you can unload the burden before being with your partner. This depends on what way is best for you to decompress: sport works for many people. However, you might prefer reading, going out more often, walking or meditation. Exercise. There is no better way to take the burden off your chest than shake it away with physical activity. Even if you're not exactly the sporty kind, you can be sure that sweating out stress will lessen its impact on your relationship. The kind of activity depends on what you find most effective as a stress relief. Cardio activities like jogging, swimming or cycling can give you a chance to clear your mind. Or, you might prefer kickboxing or martial arts if you need to take out nervous tension. Yoga can work best if you wish to combine sport and meditation. Share problems with your family and friends. Your partner shouldn't be the only person you unload your stress with. Talk to close friends or family members about your concerns and ask for their advice and sympathy. If you talk to someone in your family, make sure they would be supportive. You don't want family issues to add more stress to what you're already going through! Friends who care about you but are personally uninvolved in what's causing you stress could be the best people to talk to. For example, if stress comes from your job, look for support from a friend who's not linked to it.	Isolate the source of stress. Make a priority check. Deal with stress together, not as individuals. Work on your communication skills. Face financial problems together. Remember that work shouldn't take over your relationship. Learn to cope with illness as a couple. Listen. Isolate the problem in your relationship. Give responses, not reactions. Discuss rough reactions openly. Respect your partner and expect respect in return. Trust and accept your partner as he or she is. Be open to negotiation and surrender. Talk to a relationship coach if needed. Take some time off from your partner. Find alternative ways to decompress. Exercise. Share problems with your family and friends.
https://www.wikihow.com/Prevent-Noise-Pollution	How to Prevent Noise Pollution	If you want to cut down on noise pollution in your life, work on eliminating sounds made by machines inside and outside of your house. Organize your home so that your bed isn't right next to your noisy furnace or air conditioning unit. If there are any other sources of constant noise, try to keep them as far from your sleeping and living areas as possible. You can also try earplugs or noise-canceling headphones to get a little peace and quiet, no matter where you are. Another way to deal with noise pollution is to get away to a quiet spot that's as free from sound as possible. Go for a walk in a quiet natural spot or sit in a library for a while. Stay there and enjoy the silence for a few hours or until you feel renewed and ready to reenter the noise of daily life.	Sound-proof your space. When you can't stop the noise at its source, you can do your best to keep it out. Sound-proofing your home will help you rest easier at night and keep your home quieter during the day as well. If you can't sound-proof your entire home, you might want to invest in sound-proofing your bedroom, so you'll have at least one respite from the noise when you just can't take it anymore. If you don't want to reconstruct your walls and floors with sound-proof building materials, consider the less expensive option of installing carpeting and wall coverings that soften and absorb sounds. Acoustic foam panels are a cheap, easy-to-install option when you want to quickly soundproof a room. For an even easier solution, try hanging blankets on the walls or installing extra bookcases filled with books. Keep noisy machines away from your bedroom and living areas. Situate your home so that your bed isn't right next to your noisy furnace or air conditioning unit. If there are any other sources of constant noise, try to locate them far away from your sleeping and living areas so you can have some peace and quiet. You might also want to consider using these machines less to give yourself a break from the noise. Turn off your air conditioner and open the windows, even if it means being a little hotter than normal. You might find the less noisy atmosphere more relaxing than a cooled-down room. Spend time away from noise. Sometimes it's simply impossible to truly get away from the noise. If you live on a busy street with lots of traffic, you know there's never really a respite from traffic sounds, sirens and honking horns. Getting away from it all is a good way to restore your emotional balance. Go to a quiet spot that's as free of sound as possible. Stay there and enjoy the silence for a few hours, until you feel renewed and ready to reenter the noise of daily life. See if you can go for a walk in a quiet natural spot away from busy roads. If you can't make it to a quiet outdoor space, try sitting in a library for a few hours. The librarians will make sure it stays nice and quiet. Churches and cemeteries are also good places to find some peace and quiet. Learn to meditate. With more and more rural areas being developed, noisy engines and construction sounds aren't going away any time soon. Learning how to meditate can help you deal with noise and destress without needing to drop everything and leave. When you're feeling overwhelmed, sit very still, close your eyes and focus on taking deep, even breaths. Do 10 breaths and try to let your worries go and ignore the noise around you. No matter where you are, whether it's on a noisy subway car or in your own kitchen, you can try this technique to calm yourself down. Use earplugs and noise-canceling headphones. These inventions help millions of people deal with everyday noise. Earplugs are a cheap drugstore purchase that buys you hours of sleep, once you get used to falling asleep with them in your ears. Noise-canceling headphones are a bit more expensive, but if getting peace and quiet is at the top of your priority list, they're probably worth the splurge. Install noise-reducing insulation and glass. This is by far the most expensive method, but if nothing else is working for you, and you are serious about the peace and quiet, this is a most effective way to stop noise from getting in your home. Understand what causes noise pollution. As urban development stretches into rural areas, the noise level increases. Construction sites, airports, train stations, and highways are all sources of loud noises that grate on the ears. If you know the sources of noise pollution in your area, you can do your best to avoid them or find ways to mitigate their negative effect. When you're choosing a place to live, see if the residence is in a flight path or near a busy highway. During the day the sounds might not bother you, but at night they might prevent you from sleeping. Check into the noise pollution laws in your area. Most urban communities have rules to prevent noise pollution from getting out of control. For example, there are laws dictating during which hours a construction site may actively use machinery, and when they need to stay quiet. As a community member, you can help enforce the laws if you know what they are. Check with your state's department of energy and environmental affairs to find out which regulations are in effect in your area. You'll find information about how loud noise is allowed to get, and when machines are supposed to remain silent. If you feel the regulations are being violated, don't hesitate to file a complaint. If it's affecting other members of your community, organize a group complaint, which will be even more effective. Make sure community spaces are following the rules. Another source of noise comes from community spaces like stadiums, concert venues and other outdoor areas with speaker systems. Even a neighborhood bar that holds concerts can produce enough noise to drive you crazy. If you live near a community space that seems to be making noise all night long, or is producing noise that seems louder than necessary, see if they're in violation of local laws and file a complaint if necessary. For example, if a new concert space opens up on your block and creates noise late into the night, you're entitled to finding out whether the place is operating according to local law. The people in charge of the space might not be aware of the laws, so don't just assume they know what they're doing. Find out more and see if you can make a difference. Speak up about banning noisy motors near your home. Car and motorcycle engines as well as lawnmowers and other motor-powered vehicles can really raise the noise level in any given area. If you live in the middle of the city, there won't be much you can do about it, but in a smaller community you may be able to have a say as to who gets to use motors in your area, and when. Talk with your city council member to see what you can do to have noisy motors banned after a certain time at night. In smaller communities, you could also just get together with your neighbors and agree not to use lawnmowers and other noisy motors during certain hours, for the benefit of the whole neighborhood. Get involved in a community tree-planting project. Communities with more trees are quieter than those without them, since large, leafy trees can help absorb noise. If you live in an area with a dearth of big trees, planting more along city streets, and between residences and noisy highways, would be a good way to cut back on some of the noise pollution in your area. See if your city has a tree-planting initiative underway. For example, Portland, Oregon's group Portland Loves Trees engages community members to plant more trees around the city. New York City's Million Trees Project has a similar goal. Don't use your car horn unnecessarily. Don't be part of the problem by leaning on your horn every time someone looks at you wrong on the street. Use your horn only when absolutely necessary, as a way to let someone know that you're present or warn them when they're about to collide with something. It's good driving etiquette, and makes life more pleasant for city-dwellers. Keep your car in good repair. The sound of a car without a muffler chugging down the street is never welcome, so make sure you're not the one causing noise pollution in your neighborhood and spring to get your car fixed. Keeping your car in good, quiet working order will be appreciated by everyone who lives near you. The same goes for your lawnmower and any other noisy equipment you might use outdoors. To have an even greater impact on noise in your area, consider walking or biking instead of using a car whenever possible. Keep your music down. It might sound beautiful to you, but respect the fact that others might not feel the same way. Your music shouldn't be noticeable outside your own home. If you know that the neighbors don't mind, feel free to keep your windows open and let them enjoy your musical taste, but don't just assume that everyone wants to hear your favorite opera as much as you do. If you play a noisy instrument or are in a band, make sure to practice during reasonable hours. If you're having a party and planning to play loud music, let your neighbors know beforehand so you can avoid conflict. Respect quiet hours at night. Whether the rule is unspoken or prominently published, make sure you don't make noise after hours. Don't put your neighbors in the position of having to ask you to be quiet, since it's awkward and makes for unfriendly relations. Do your best to be a good neighbor so you can expect the same from those around you. This is especially important if you live in an apartment building. Don't vacuum or do housework late at night, since they'll be able to hear you walking around.	Sound-proof your space. Keep noisy machines away from your bedroom and living areas. Spend time away from noise. Learn to meditate. Use earplugs and noise-canceling headphones. Install noise-reducing insulation and glass. Understand what causes noise pollution. Check into the noise pollution laws in your area. Make sure community spaces are following the rules. Speak up about banning noisy motors near your home. Get involved in a community tree-planting project. Don't use your car horn unnecessarily. Keep your car in good repair. Keep your music down. Respect quiet hours at night.
https://www.wikihow.com/Diagnose-Diabetes	How to Diagnose Diabetes	To diagnose Type 1 Diabetes, look out for common symptoms like frequent urination, excessive thirst, extreme hunger, and rapid weight loss. If you've noticed some of these symptoms, take the Glycated Hemoglibin (A1C) test to determine your blood sugar levels. For Type 2 Diabetes, the symptoms you should check for include tingling in the hands and feet, cuts that are slow to heal, a dry mouth, and headaches. To find out if you've got Type 2, visit your doctor and ask to take the Oral Glucose Tolerance Test, which takes 2 hours.	Distinguish Type 1. Type 1 diabetes, once known as juvenile or insulin dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition most often diagnosed in children. However, it can be diagnosed during any point in a patient's life. When a patient has Type 1, the pancreas makes little to no insulin. In most cases, this is due to the body's immune system mistakenly attacking and destroying the insulin producing cell in the pancreas. Since the body is not producing enough insulin, the glucose in your blood cannot be converted to energy. This also means that the glucose will build up in your blood stream, causing problems. Contributing factors to Type 1 diabetes are genetics and the exposure to certain viruses. A virus is a common trigger in adult onset Type 1. If you are diagnosed with Type 1, you will likely have to use insulin. Recognize the symptoms. The symptoms of Type 1 include frequent urination, excessive thirst, extreme hunger, unusual and rapid weight loss, irritability, increased fatigue, and blurry vision. The symptoms are severe and typically come on within a few weeks or months. These symptoms can also be mistaken for the flu at first. An additional symptom in children may include sudden and uncharacteristic occurrences of bedwetting. Women may also develop yeast infections. Take the Glycated Hemoglobin (A1C) test. This test is used to determine Type 1 diabetes and prediabetes. A blood sample is taken and sent to a lab. The lab measures the amount of blood sugar attached to the hemoglobin in the blood. This reflects the patient's blood sugar levels over the past two or three months. This test results vary by the age of the person being tested. Children can have a higher percentage than adults. If there is 5.7% or less sugar attached to the hemoglobin, the levels are normal. If the percentage is 5.7% to 6.4%, the adult patient has prediabetes. If the patient is an adolescent or younger, the level range goes up to 7.4% for prediabetes. If the percentage of sugar is higher than 6.5%, the adult patient has diabetes. For adolescent or younger patients, a percentage of sugar higher than 7.5% means the patient has diabetes. Conditions such as anemia and sickle cell anemia have been known to interfere with this test. If you have these issues, your doctor may use a different test. Get the Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG) test. This test is the most commonly used test because it is accurate and costs less than other tests. During the test, the patient goes without food or liquid other than water for at least 8 hours. The doctors or nurses draw blood and send it to get tested for glucose levels. If the levels are calculated below 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dl), the levels are normal and the patient doesn't have diabetes. If the levels are determined to be between 100 and 125 mg/dl, then the patient has prediabetes. If the levels measure above 126b mg/dl, the patient likely has diabetes. If anything other than a normal amount is measure, the test will be repeated to make sure that the results are sound. This test can also be used to detect Type 2. This test is typically given first thing in the morning because the patient has to go without food for so long. Do the Casual (Random) Plasma Glucose test. This test is the least precise of the tests but is effective. The blood is drawn from the patient at any point, regardless of how much or recent the patient has eaten. If the levels come back above 200 mg/dl, then the patient may have diabetes. This can also detect Type 2 diabetes. Understand Type 2. Type 2 diabetes, once called adult-onset or noninsulin-dependent diabetes, occurs most often in adults over 40. Type 2 diabetes develops when the body resists the effects of insulin or when the body stops producing enough insulin to maintain the glucose levels in the blood. With Type 2 diabetes, the liver, fat, and muscle cells stop using insulin in the proper way. This causes the body to need to make more insulin in order to break down the glucose. Although the pancreas does this at first, over time the pancreas loses its ability to produce enough insulin for meals. This causes the build up of glucose in the blood. Over 90 percent of people diagnosed with diabetes have Type 2. Prediabetes is the early stages of Type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes can often be reversed with treatments through diet, exercise, and sometimes medication. The primary risk factor for Type 2 is being overweight. This is true for children as well, as the number of childhood or adolescent diagnoses of Type 2 diabetes increase. Other risk factors include sedentary lifestyles, family history, race, and age, especially ages 45 and older. Women who had gestational diabetes and those with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) are more prone develop Type 2. Identify the symptoms. Type 2 symptoms do not show up as early as Type 1. It often isn't diagnosed until they do. The symptoms of Type 2 include those associated with Type 1. These symptoms are excessive thirst, frequent urination, increased fatigue, extreme hunger, unusual and rapid weight loss, and blurry vision. The symptoms unique to Type 2 are dry mouth, headaches, cuts or sores that are slow to heal, itchy skin, yeast infections, unexplained weight gain, and numbness or tingling in the hands and feet. 1 out of 4 people that have Type 2 diabetes do not know they have it. Take the Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT). This test is given over a two hour period at the doctor's office. The patient's blood is drawn before the test. Next, the patient drinks a special sweet drink and waits two hours. Blood is then drawn over the course of the two hours and the levels are calculated. If the levels are less than 140 mg/dl, then the levels are normal. If they are between 140 and 199 mg/dl, the patient has prediabetes. If the levels are 200 mg/dl or above, the patient likely has diabetes. If anything other than a normal amount is measure, the test will be redone to make sure that the results are true. Take the Glycated Hemoglobin (A1C) test. This test is also used to determine Type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. Blood is taken from a patient and sent away for testing. The lab measures the blood sugar percentage attached to the patient's hemoglobin in the blood. This illustrates the patient's blood sugar levels over the past few months. If there is 5.7% or less sugar attached to the hemoglobin, the levels are normal. If the percentage is 5.7% to 6.4%, the patient has prediabetes. If the percentage of sugar is higher than 6.5%, the patient has diabetes. Since this test calculates the blood sugar levels over a long period of time, this test is not redone. Certain blood conditions such as anemia and sickle cell anemia have been known to interfere with this test. If you have these or other blood issues, your doctor may have to use an alternate test. Understand gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes is only diagnosed in pregnant women. During pregnancy, a woman's body increases the production of certain hormones and nutrients that can cause resistance to insulin. This causes the pancreas to increase its insulin production. Most of the time, the pancreas is able to deal with making more insulin and the mother will have slightly elevated blood sugar levels, but it will remain manageable. If the body starts building up too much insulin, then the mother will be diagnosed with gestational diabetes. If you are pregnant, you should get tested between week 24 and 28 to see if you have it. There are no symptoms, which makes it hard to diagnose otherwise. If it goes undiagnosed, it can cause problems with the pregnancy. This type of diabetes goes away after the baby is born. It can redevelop at Type 2 later in life. Notice the symptoms. Gestational diabetes does not have any obvious signs or symptoms, but the mother is at risk if she lived with diabetes before the pregnancy. If you feel like you may be at risk, you can get screened before you get pregnant to see if you might have any early indicators such as prediabetes. The only way to know for sure, however, is to be screen during your pregnancy. Get the Initial Glucose Challenge test. This test requires the patient to drink a syrupy glucose solution. Then the patient has to wait for an hour. Once the hour is up, the blood is tested for blood sugar levels. If the levels are below 130-140 mg/dl, then the patient's levels are normal. If it is higher than this, you are at risk for gestational diabetes but don't necessarily have it. You will need a follow-up test called the glucose tolerance test. Take the Glucose Tolerance Test. This test requires you to fast overnight. First thing the next morning, blood sugar levels are tested through a blood test. Then the patient drinks another syrupy glucose solution. This drink has a higher level of glucose. The blood sugar levels are checked once an hour for three hours. If your last two readings are higher than 130-140 mg/dl, then the patient is diagnosed with gestational diabetes.	Distinguish Type 1. Recognize the symptoms. Take the Glycated Hemoglobin (A1C) test. Get the Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG) test. Do the Casual (Random) Plasma Glucose test. Understand Type 2. Identify the symptoms. Take the Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT). Take the Glycated Hemoglobin (A1C) test. Understand gestational diabetes. Notice the symptoms. Get the Initial Glucose Challenge test. Take the Glucose Tolerance Test.
https://www.wikihow.com/Thin-Blood	How to Thin Blood	To thin you blood naturally, try exercising, like walking briskly for 30 minutes a day, to improve your blood circulation. Additionally, eat more fruits and vegetables, and reduce your portion size at mealtimes to improve your diet. You can also talk to your doctor about prescribing an anti-coagulant, which reduces the likelihood of blood clots. Alternatively, take a daily dose of baby aspirin to prevent your blood cells from sticking together.	Let your doctor know all vitamins, supplements, and medications you are currently on when you are taking any blood thinner. Seemingly harmless over the counter medications, supplements and vitamins can affect the blood thinners such as warfarin/coumadin as well as other drugs. Take coumarin-based medications. If you have suffered from any condition or ailment that requires a blood thinner, your doctor will likely prescribe you an anticoagulant, which are medications that target clotting factors. Your doctor may prescribe you a coumarin-based medication, such as coumadin or warfarin. These work to reduce the formation of vitamin K dependent clotting factors in the blood. It is generally taken by mouth once a day, at the same time every day, with or without food. General side effects include gas, abdominal pain, and some hair loss. Recognize warfarin side effects. If you are on warfarin therapy, you need to be monitored very closely because warfarin is known to cause internal bleeding. You will need weekly blood tests and your dosages will be adjusted based on your results. Keep your diet consistent when taking warfarin because increased levels of vitamin K can affect your warfarin therapy, make the drug less effective and not able to prevent clots.-- Warfarin also has many drug interactions so tell you doctor every kind of medication or supplement you take. When on warfarin, avoid eating large or varying amounts of green vegetables, vitamin K rich foods such as broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, cabbage, kale, spinach, green beans, green tea, liver, and some cheeses. Talk to your healthcare professional about keeping your diet consistent in amount and steadiness with warfarin. Consider alternatives to warfarin that require avoiding bleeding or hemorrhaging accidents. Your doctor may prescribe you such oral anticoagulants that are gaining popularity. The advantage with these is that you do not need weekly monitoring and vitamin K intake does not affect their effectiveness. But also vitamin K nor any other product can stop bleeding with the new kinds of blood thinners. If bleeding does occur, unlike warfarin, there is no simple way to reverse bleeding or hemorrhaging. Cauterizing for sealing injuries, and icing for several days that contracts the blood vessels of the injury. Your doctor may prescribe Pradaxa , which is usually taken by mouth, with or without food, twice a day. Major side effects of Pradaxa include gastrointestinal symptoms such as upset stomach and nausea. Other serious side effects may include hemorrhage, or allergic reaction. Or, you may be prescribed Xarelto. Depending on your particular circumstance, you may be instructed to take this once or twice a day by mouth with food. Side effects of Xarelto include allergic reaction to the medication, bleeding or throwing up blood, dizziness, burning, numbness, tingling, muscle weakness, confusion, and headache. Your doctor may instead prescribe Eliquis , which is usually taken twice a day by mouth, with or without food. Caution should be taken if you notice an allergic reaction, signs of bleeding, dizziness, confusion, headache, joint pain or swelling, chest pain, or wheezing. Another kind of medication is Plavix (clopidogrel) an anti-platelet prescription. It makes blood less sticky and lowers the amount of the "sticky" coagulant platelets (which dangerously would stick together to cause clotting and can also cause blockages in blood vessels). There are some common side effects of Plavix: head pain, muscle and joint pain. You may experience some less frequent side effects of Plavix including danger of bleeding, hemorrhage, nosebleeds, etc. Take baby aspirin carefully. If you have had a heart attack or stroke, or have certain risk factors, your doctor may recommend a daily, 81mg tablet of aspirin. Aspirin thins your blood by preventing blood cells from sticking together, thus decreasing the risk of clots. Be aware, though, that aspirin introduces additional bleeding risks such as a hemorrhagic stroke and GI bleeding. If you have had stomach ulcers, GI bleeding, or are allergic to aspirin, let your doctor know. If you are taking regularly scheduled NSAIDS such as ibuprofen, you may also increase your chances of bleeding. Let your doctor know before starting an aspirin regimen. Aspirin may interact with other medications such as heparin, ibuprofen, Plavix, corticosteroids, and antidepressants as well as herbal supplements such as ginkgo, kava, and cat's claw. Incorporate more exercise. Exercise is very important in reducing your risk of heart attack and stroke. Although you cannot undo what damage has been done, you can prevent further complications if you include exercise along with your medication. It is recommended that you exercise 150 minutes a week, which is generally broken up into 30 minutes a day of moderate aerobic activity such as brisk walking. Try to avoid exercise that might cause serious injury, complications, or internal bleeding. Ask your doctor what activities are best given your personal history and the medication you are taking. Change your diet. Changing your diet can help to prevent further heart problems. Changing your diet can also enhance the effects of your medication to keep your blood thinner and healthier. Control your portion sizes by using smaller plates and keeping track of how much food you eat at each meal. Eat more fruits and vegetables, which are full of vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants. Try eating whole grains instead of white flour. Include good fats, such as nuts and oily fish like tuna or salmon. Include lean protein in your diet, such as egg whites, low-fat dairy, and skinless white meat chicken. Eat foods that are low in saturated fat. The foods you eat should have less than 7% of their total calories from saturated fat. You should also avoid trans fats, which should be less than 1% of the foods total calories. Avoid oily, salty, or greasy food, fast food, and frozen, prepackaged food. Even frozen meals that claim to be healthy contain a lot of salt. Also avoid pies, frozen waffles, and muffins. Drink more water. Water is a great natural blood thinner. Dehydration makes your blood thicker, which causes clumps that turn to clots. Drink more water each day to help thin your blood and keep yourself healthier overall. Some doctors suggest drinking around 64 ounces of water every day. Other doctors use the formula that, for every pound you weigh, you need to drink half an ounce of water. For example, if you weight 140 pounds, you should drink 70 ounces of water a day. Don't over-hydrate yourself. Make sure you have plenty of water, but if you feel too full, do not force yourself to drink more water. Talk to your doctor. Conditions such as blood clots, pulmonary embolisms, heart attacks, atrial fibrillation, and strokes are life threatening and serious. If they are not treated properly, you are at risk for recurrence. These conditions require regular check ups and care from a doctor. Under your doctor's care, you may be prescribed a medication to help with thinning your blood as well as a special diet. Although certain foods may help thicken or thin your blood, do not attempt to use foods or diet to thin your blood. Do not attempt to self-treat. If you are at high risk or have had heart issues or stroke, do not attempt to thin your blood by yourself. Diet and other home remedies alone will not prevent clots or heart attacks. Diet and exercise will only help prevent heart disease early on. Once you have heart disease or have had an episode where your blood needs to be thinned, diet and exercise will not be enough to prevent a stroke or heart attack. Always follow your doctor's advice on diet and medication. Look for signs of bleeding. If you are currently on an anticoagulant, call your doctor or get medical help right away if you develop any signs or symptoms of significant amount of bleeding. These can also be symptoms of internal bleeding, hemorrhage, or other hidden bleeding. Seek medical attention immediately if you experience unusual bleeding. These instances include nosebleeds that happen repeatedly, unusual bleeding from your gums, and menstrual or vaginal bleeding that is heavier than normal. If you get injured or experience bleeding that is severe and uncontrollable, get emergency care right away. You should seek immediate medical help if you show signs of internal bleeding, such as red, pink, or brown urine; bright red, red streaked, or black, tar-like stools; coughing up blood or blood clots; vomiting blood or your vomit looks granular like “coffee grounds; headaches; or feeling dizzy, faint or weak.	Let your doctor know all vitamins, supplements, and medications you are currently on when you are taking any blood thinner. Take coumarin-based medications. Recognize warfarin side effects. Consider alternatives to warfarin that require avoiding bleeding or hemorrhaging accidents. Take baby aspirin carefully. Incorporate more exercise. Change your diet. Drink more water. Talk to your doctor. Do not attempt to self-treat. Look for signs of bleeding.
https://www.wikihow.pet/Promote-Safe-Whelping-for-Overweight-Dogs	How to Promote Safe Whelping for Overweight Dogs	To promote safe whelping for your overweight dog, provide it with a whelping box large enough so it can stretch out and deliver the pups. However, if you think your dog may need medical care, ask your vet about a C-section, which they can perform to deliver the puppies, rather than letting your dog give birth at home. If you've decided to let your dog stay home, make sure it has access to plenty of water once you see the first signs of whelping, which includes a drop in your dog's temperature below 100 degrees Fahrenheit and panting. During the birthing process, remain close by so you can spot any problems, but avoid hovering over the box, which will discourage your dog from whelping. After it gives birth, tear the membrane around the pup's head if the mother doesn't do so. You should also schedule a vet's appointment within 3 days to check for complications.	Consult your dog’s vet about its dietary needs. In order to create the best meal plan for your overweight pregnant dog, you'll need to find out some specifics about its health. Bring your dog to the vet for a physical examination and blood count. Ask its vet, “Did the blood count show any signs of anemia or low protein?” If your dog has a low iron or protein count, you'll most likely need to switch up its food during the pregnancy. You can keep to the brand it's used to, but look for a variety marked for pregnant dogs or for puppies. Provide a balanced diet high in protein and carbohydrates. Dogs generally don't require any additional food intake during the first six weeks of pregnancy, which lasts nine weeks on average. While more food isn't required, especially if your dog is already overweight, its diet should ideally be high in carbohydrates and be composed of about 25% protein. Ask the vet for guidance when planning your dog's diet, since feeding a dog that's overweight and pregnant is a delicate balance. Keeping with the brand your dog is used to will help prevent digestion issues, as long as its label notes that it contains enough protein and carbohydrates. If you've been feeding your dog as much as it wants prior to the pregnancy, you'll need to develop a careful feeding plan based on your dog's size, lifestyle, and blood counts. Regular small meals are preferable to keeping food out or feeding your dog one large meal. Take your dog on frequent gentle walks. You should avoid giving your dog strenuous exercise, and weight loss is not recommended during pregnancy, even in overweight dogs. However, regular easy walks are necessary to keep your dog active. While overall weight loss shouldn't be a goal, reducing fat deposits along the abdomen and around the birth canal through consistent exercise can help reduce the risk of an abnormal delivery. Increase its food intake by 15% during the last three weeks of pregnancy. Puppies grow exponentially during the pregnancy's final third. This places a nutritional strain on your dog, and dogs in the best of health will require at least 25% more food. Increasing food intake slightly less than normal, at around 15% more calories, will be best for your overweight dog. Remember that more frequent meals are better than offering one larger meal. Instead of increasing the size of each meal, try to add in an another feeding time to your dog's routine. Monitor your dog for signs of malnutrition. While counterintuitive, overweight dogs are at risk of malnutrition, since some owners are hesitant to provide them with the calories and nutrients a pregnancy demands. Remember that pregnancy and nursing are the most physically demanding nutritional challenges your dog will ever experience. Symptoms like weight loss and lethargy can indicate malnutrition. It can be difficult to spot in overweight dogs, so consult the vet about continued testing for anemia and blood protein. Ask the vet about a Cesarean section. Overweight dogs are at a higher risk of dystocia, which is an abnormal or difficult delivery that requires a C-section. You'll want to ask the vet if they recommend a planned C-section. While it can be costly, a planned C-section is cheaper and safer than an emergency C-section. Keep in mind that a C-section comes with its own risks. Talk to your vet and carefully consider whether a C-section or natural birth is right for your dog. Look up the hours of your vet and nearest emergency clinic. As the due date approaches, make sure to have an emergency contact sheet handy. Include the vet's number and, if your vet isn't open 24 hours a day, list the contact information for the nearest emergency veterinary clinic. Even if the vet approves of a home birth, you'll want to be prepared to call them or get your dog emergency help. Call the vet or nearest clinic when your dog starts the first stage of labor. Advise them to be ready if you need emergency assistance. Build a whelp box. Your dog will need a designated area to deliver its pups, or else it'll find a closet or other secluded place to whelp. Using a box is preferable to just designating a whelp area, since overweight dogs might require emergency care. You'll need to choose a box large enough for the dog to stretch out and nurse the pups, but one that you can lift and put in a car if you have to bring the dog to the clinic. Line the floor with newspaper before birth, since it can easily be exchanged for clean lining when soiled. After your dog delivers, switch from newspaper to bath mats or plastic placemats so the newborn pups have better footing. Include a shelf or roll away area in the box to provide the pups with protective shelter if the mother rolls over. Introduce your dog to the whelping box before labor. Get your dog used to the whelp box a few days before the approximate due date. This is particularly important if your dog is whelping for the first time. Bring your dog to the box and allow it to inspect and lay in it. You or a veterinarian must be present when your overweight dog gives birth, so getting it accustomed to a whelp box beforehand is essential. Use a heating pad to warm the whelp box. You'll need to help keep both the mother and the pups warm after birth. Some owners put the heating pad inside the box, but if you use a heat-conductive material like wood, you can place the pad under the box. Make sure to check the pad or box regularly with the back of your hand to make sure it's warm but not hot to the touch. Have necessary supplies handy. Prepare a kit ahead of time with a thermometer, surgical gloves, scissors, unwaxed dental floss, and iodine. You'll use the floss to tie the umbilical cords and the scissors to cut them if the mother doesn't do so. Either way, you'll use the iodine to sanitize the area after cutting. Notice when the first stage of labor begins. Try to commit the expected due date to memory and mark it on a calendar. A couple days prior, begin taking your dog's temperature every few hours. Within a day of the start of labor, its temperature will drop under 100 degrees Fahrenheit (or 37.8 degrees Celsius). When that happens, take the dog to the vet if you've arranged a C-section, or prepare for a home birth. Other signs of the first stage of labor include panting, restlessness, plump or dripping nipples, and abdominal straining. The first stage lasts up to 12 hours. Your dog probably won't want to eat once labor begins, but be sure it has access to plenty of water. Give your dog some space to deliver the pups. Regular contractions, which are clearly visible as waves across the belly, mark the second stage of labor. If you haven't arranged a C-section, monitor the birth from several feet away, but avoid hovering. Your dog will resist delivering unless it feels that it has some privacy. On average, your dog will deliver one pup per hour. Before delivering each pup, it will pass foetal fluid. If it passes fluid and more than 2 hours go by without delivering a pup, call the vet. After delivering each pup, your dog will remove the birth membrane and lick the pup to cleaning it. This licking also encourages the pup to breathe. Know how many pups the vet observed on ultrasounds and keep track of each pup delivered so you know how many more to expect. Tear each pup’s birthing sac and cut umbilical cords if necessary. If the mother doesn't do so, you must immediately tear the membrane around the pup's head. If you don't do so promptly, the pup could suffocate. Use a towel to clean off the pup, and be sure to remove mucous and fluid from the mouth and nose so it can breath. After you remove the sac, tie the cord off about two inches from the abdomen and cut it on the far side of the tie. Paint the cut end promptly with iodine to prevent infection. Call for help right away if any complications arise. Call the vet or clinic and bring your dog in for help if it is in obvious extreme pain, if a puppy is stuck in the birth canal, or if there's a foetal discharge but no puppy delivered two or three hours after the discharge. Call the vet if the second stage of labor lasts more than twelve hours. These are all indications of emergency birthing complications that overweight dogs are prone to experiencing. Continue to monitor your dog and pups after delivery. If there are no complications, you should still schedule a vet visit for your dog and the pups within three days of whelping. Look for signs of infection and other post-whelping issues. Odorless reddish-brown discharges are normal for days after whelping, but black discharges with a odor can indicate a uterine infection, which requires immediate veterinary care. In addition bring your dog to the vet as soon as possible if it shows any of these symptoms: Disinterest in or ignoring the puppies. Muscle spasms or abdominal swelling. Refusing food or water after whelping.	Consult your dog’s vet about its dietary needs. Provide a balanced diet high in protein and carbohydrates. Take your dog on frequent gentle walks. Increase its food intake by 15% during the last three weeks of pregnancy. Monitor your dog for signs of malnutrition. Ask the vet about a Cesarean section. Look up the hours of your vet and nearest emergency clinic. Build a whelp box. Introduce your dog to the whelping box before labor. Use a heating pad to warm the whelp box. Have necessary supplies handy. Notice when the first stage of labor begins. Give your dog some space to deliver the pups. Tear each pup’s birthing sac and cut umbilical cords if necessary. Call for help right away if any complications arise. Continue to monitor your dog and pups after delivery.
https://www.wikihow.health/Control-Weight	How to Control Weight	To control your weight, start by eating lots of fruits and vegetables, since they are packed with nutrients, relatively low in fat, and filling. Ideally, adults should eat about 5 servings of fruit and 5 servings of vegetables every day. Additionally, try to consume 25 to 38 grams of fiber a day, since it can help you lose weight and reduces your risk of heart disease and diabetes. If you are an adult under 65, you should also be working out for about 5 hours each week, over the course of at least 3 days, to control your weight. In particular, try to do strengthening activities, like push-ups and sit-ups, at least twice a week to get the best results.	Eat lots of fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are packed with nutrients, relatively low in fat, and can fill you up without you having to consume a lot of calories. Adults should eat about five servings each of fruit and vegetables per day. One serving is equivalent to one small piece of fruit, or a half cup of cooked vegetables. Cauliflower and broccoli, peppers, string beans, summer squash, peppers, and leafy greens are great vegetable choices for people who want to control their weight. Pack your diet with fiber. Fiber, which is a type of carbohydrate, is a filling nutrient that can also reduce your risk of heart disease and diabetes, and can help you lose weight because it keeps your digestive tract running smoothly. A healthy diet should include between 25 and 38 grams of fiber each day. Good sources of fiber include: strawberries, raspberries, almonds, popcorn, and fruits and vegetables. Eat fat in moderation. Fat is still an essential part of a healthy diet, but at maximum, you should consume no more than two to three servings of fat and oil per day. This includes things like butter, oils, margarine, and mayonnaise. Watch your caloric intake. In general, weight gain is caused by consuming more calories than your body is burning, while weight loss is caused when your body expends more calories than you consume. Depending upon your health and lifestyle, try to stick with around 1,600 to 2,400 calories per day for adult women and 2,000 to 3,000 calories per day for adult men. To help reduce the amount of calories you consume, try: Around 1800 calories for women and 2000 calories for men is a good baseline. You can modify from there if you notice yourself rapidly gaining or losing weight. Reducing the fat in recipes by half and replacing the lost moisture with either broth (for savory dishes) or fruit purees (for baked goods). Consume more plant-based proteins. A healthy and balanced diet requires about 0.8 grams of protein for every 2.2 pounds (one kilogram) of body weight, and it's best to obtain this from plant sources (as opposed to animal sources) such as: Nuts and seeds Beans and legumes Soy products and wheat gluten Don't eliminate entire food groups. There are many fad diets around that tell you the magic way to lose weight in a short amount of time, and these diets often require eliminating entire food groups, such as fat or carbohydrates, from your diet. However, while these diets may lead to temporary weight loss thanks to the reduction in calories, they aren't ideal for long-term weight control. Instead, keep an eye on: Portion control Calories in versus calories out Recommended daily values Take control of your portions. One easy way to monitor your calories is by controlling the portion sizes of the foods you eat. Pay attention to recommended serving sizes, and stick to those when serving yourself food at mealtimes. To help reduce or control the amount that you eat at each sitting, you can: Drink a glass of water 30 minutes before every meal. Swap out some of your protein or carbohydrates for vegetables. Divide snacks into individual portion sizes. Never sit down with an entire bag of snacks in front of you. Eat a bowl of soup before lunch and dinner. The liquid will help fill you up and prevent you from overeating. Use smaller plates and bowls. This will help trick your brain into thinking you are eating more. Choose healthy snacks. Over snacking is an easy way to consume too many calories, which can lead to weight gain if you don't burn off the excess. But that doesn't mean you aren't allowed to snack, especially if you're hungry between meals. Just make sure to choose healthy snacks, such as: Homemade popcorn flavored with herbs and spices instead of butter Fresh or dried fruit, nuts, or seeds Fresh vegetables with hummus Foods you have to work to eat, such as pistachios and edamame. Allow yourself to indulge once in a while. Food cravings happen, and by allowing yourself to indulge once in a while and have that piece of cake or bowl of ice cream, you won't feel like you're missing out and won't over-indulge to compensate for that. Observe portion control even when you are allowing yourself to indulge. Pay attention to the serving sizes of your favorite desserts and stick to them. Limit your added sugar intake. Sugar is naturally occurring in foods like fruit, but added sugar can be found in processed foods like soups, condiments, and breads, and is even hiding in sauces and salad dressings. Sugar, however, can quickly lead to weight gain, and has been associated with health problems like obesity and diabetes. The general daily recommended sugar intake is six teaspoons or less. Exercise several times a week. Adults between the ages of 18 and 64 should ideally exercise about five hours per week, spread out over at least three days. For optimal weight control, exercise for about 60 minutes at a time. If you aren't currently active, slowly work your way toward faster-paced aerobic activities. For instance, start by walking and working your way toward jogging over the course of a few weeks. Don't be afraid to mix up your workout routine to prevent getting bored. Try activities like: walking, jogging, and swimming, or use low-impact machines like the treadmill or rower. Do strength training activities. Strengthening activities are a great way to stay in shape and help control weight, because adding muscle mass will help your body burn fat more effectively. For weight control, strengthening activities should be done at least twice per week, and good exercises include: Push-ups Weight training Sit-ups Include more activity in your daily life. On top of exercising each week, you can also increase your activity level—and burn more calories—by making more active choices every day. This includes: Taking the stairs instead of the elevator Walking or biking to work instead of driving Parking farther away from your destination Stay motivated. One of the most difficult parts about controlling your weight can be staying motivated once you've achieved your goal. It can be easy to fall back into old habits, which is why it's important to stick to your proper diet and exercise regimen. Maintaining a proper weight, and eating a balanced diet is all part of a healthy lifestyle, and it's a conscious choice that must be made every day. To keep track of your weight, weigh yourself once a week at the same time of day. Know what a healthy weight is for you. Don't try to lose, gain, or control your current weight if you don't know what a healthy weight is for your body size and type. There are many calculators you can use online to determine what a healthy weight is for your height, age, and sex. You can also talk to a doctor or healthcare practitioner about the right weight for your body type. Another way of keeping track of your health and weight is using your BMI, the body mass index, which is a measure of your body mass based on height and weight. There are many online calculators that can be used. A healthy BMI is between 18.5 and 24.9. Seek medical help for health issues. Rapid weight loss or weight gain can be a sign of health problems, and it's best to consult a doctor or healthcare practitioner if you're experiencing any issues. Always consult your doctor before beginning a new exercise regimen. Seek the advice of a registered dietitian for additional information about proper nutrition.	Eat lots of fruits and vegetables. Pack your diet with fiber. Eat fat in moderation. Watch your caloric intake. Consume more plant-based proteins. Don't eliminate entire food groups. Take control of your portions. Choose healthy snacks. Allow yourself to indulge once in a while. Limit your added sugar intake. Exercise several times a week. Do strength training activities. Include more activity in your daily life. Stay motivated. Know what a healthy weight is for you. Seek medical help for health issues.
https://www.wikihow.com/Cut-Your-Own-Hair	How to Cut Your Own Hair	Before you cut your own hair, wash it and comb it out. Use elastic hair ties or crocodile clips to divide your hair into sections, and clip it up so you can work from the bottom-most layer first. Then, grab one of the bottom sections between your index and middle finger and hold it just above where you want to cut. Next, use your other hand to hold the scissors parallel just below there and slowly trim the ends. Continue section by section, checking that the hair on both sides of your face is even, until you're done!	Buy a sharp pair of scissors. The first step in cutting your hair at home is to invest in the right tools. You will need a sharp pair of hair cutting scissors (not just any old scissors you have lying around at home) and a fine-toothed comb. Hair cutting scissors are easily available at beauty supply stores - you can find them pretty cheaply, somewhere in the $25 to $50 range. If you don't want to buy a hair cutting scissors, a fabric scissors will do - just make sure it's really sharp. Using dull scissors is a bad idea as you will find it harder to cut your hair and may end up giving yourself split ends - which defeats the purpose of giving yourself a haircut in the first place! Wash your hair, but don't dry it. Wet hair is much easier to cut than dry hair, so make sure to shampoo and condition your hair before you start snipping. Fully comb out your hair once you get out of the shower - your hair needs be as sleek and tangle free as possible.Use a leave-in conditioner if your hair tends to be frizzy or fly-away. If your hair is quite long or thick, there's a good chance that sections of your hair might start to dry before you get around to cutting them. To tackle this, fill a spray bottle with water and a little conditioner. Then you can dampen your hair whenever you need to! Clip up the top portions of your hair. Depending on how thick your hair is, expect to work in several sections as you cut, starting with the bottom-most layer and working up. Use elastic hair ties or crocodile clips to divide hair into sections. Just make sure the sectioned hair isn't left to hang loose - otherwise it could get in the way of your scissors. Once you've finished with the bottom layer of hair, you can start releasing the other sections as you go. Find split ends. If you just want to give your hair a small trim to get rid of your damaged ends, you will first need to inspect your hair to find out how much hair will need to be cut. Take a look at the ends of your hair. If they seem scraggly or unruly, or you can see the split hairs, they're probably damaged and need to be cut. Expect to trim about 0.25 inch (6 mm) above where the damage stops. This will keep your hair in good condition. Measure where you wish to cut. For an accurate cut, grab a section of hair between the index and middle fingers of your non-dominant hand. Drag your fingers down your hair, until you reach a point slightly above where you want to cut your hair. Make sure the hair isn't knotted or twisted between your fingers - it must lie perfectly flat. Your hair will look shorter when it's dry, so be conservative when you're measuring how much to cut. This is particularly important for people with curly hair. Remember - you can always go back and cut it shorter afterwards, but you can't undo it if you cut too much off on the first go. Trim the ends. When you're ready to start cutting, hold the scissors just below your fingers, in a parallel fashion. Try to keep a reasonable tension on the hair between your fingers. Trim slowly, letting the cut hair fall away as your fingers (and the strand they're holding) remain stable and in the same position. If you want a blunt end to your hair, just cut straight across and leave it at that. But if you want a softer finish, hold the scissors vertically (perpendicular to your fingers) and cut directly into the hair, until no sharp angles remain. This will give the ends of your hair a more feathery look. Make sure your ends match up. After you've finished trimming one layer of your hair, make sure the ends match up. Grab a section on each side of your face with your hands, using your thumbs and forefingers. Pull your fingers down the hair at exactly the same pace. Whichever hand runs out of hair first was holding a shorter strand. Trim accordingly to match up. Re-check the length until you're satisfied, then move on to the next layer of hair. Trim your layers (optional). Working with layers, especially if you have very thick or curly hair, is best left to the professionals. However, If you absolutely need a quick trim on the layers framing your face, use the following technique: Grab as much of the ends of each layer of hair between your fingers as possible, then trim as little hair as possible, holding the scissors at a slightly downward angle. In other words, trim your hair following the angle from your jaw on that side of your face to the shoulder on the same side. Use the softening technique described above to even out the ends of the hair, then match the layers on each side of your face to make sure they're the same length. Double-check your hair when it's dry. After your hair has dried (in the way that you usually do it, whether that's air-drying or blow drying), check your cut for any glaring inconsistencies. Use a handheld mirror to check the hair at the back of your head or, better yet, ask a trusted friend to check it for you. If you find any unevenness, take your scissors one more time and, very carefully, attempt to even it out, cutting as little hair as possible. Gather materials. Most extra-short haircuts are achieved with an electric razor and a pair of scissors. Make sure you have the guard you want for the razor (which will determine how much of your hair it cuts off) and sharp scissors. Start with wet hair. You can wash it, or simply dampen it with a spray bottle before you start. Wet hair is easier to cut, and makes cleanup a breeze. Start with the top of your head. For a traditional men's cut, the hair on the top of your head should be slightly longer than it is on the sides and back. Start an inch or two (2.5-5 cm) above your ear, and follow that line around the back of your head to the other ear, moving the razor in a straight-up motion as you cut. Then, starting at your forehead, trim the top of your hair by moving the razor back over the natural curve of your head. Catch any spots you missed between these two areas. Cut the back and sides. Put the shorter guard on your razor. Start with your sideburns, moving the razor in an upwards motion. Cut just as far as the point where you started using the longer guard. On the back of your head, start the razor at your neck and move upward, again stopping where you cut with the longer guard. Don't worry about the difference in length for now - that's where the scissors come in. Use scissors to blend the two hair lengths. Using the index and middle fingers of your non-dominant hand, grab a section of longer hair that's just above where you switched guards. With the scissors, carefully trim the hair until the two different lengths blend into each other. Do this all the way around your head until the two sections look well-blended and the there is no obvious difference between the two lengths. Have a friend double-check the back of your head, or use a hand mirror in front of a larger mirror to check it yourself. If the "long" part of your hair on top is shorter than finger-width, then skip using your index and middle fingers to pull out sections. Get a sharp pair of scissors. You can buy scissors meant for hair cutting at a beauty supply store. Don't just use paper or nail scissors - they're too dull for your hair and will make awkward cuts. Decide how short you're going to trim. Make a conservative estimate of where you want your bangs to fall. Remember, you can always trim more, but growing back the hair that you didn't mean to cut takes a lot longer. Pull back the rest of your hair. Secure non-fringe hair so that it's away from your face and out of the danger zone. If necessary, use a comb to part your bangs away from the rest of your hair. Wet your bangs. Splash a bit of water on the hair, or use a spray bottle. They'll cut more easily wet, and you can do a touch-up once they dry. Measure where you want to cut. Grab a section of hair between the index and middle fingers of your non-dominant hand. Drag your fingers down so that they're resting just above where you want to make a cut. Trim the hair beneath your fingers. Put your scissors close to your fingers (so that they're almost parallel) and cut slowly. Your fingers (and the hair they're holding) should remain stable as the trimmed hair falls away. Make sure your sides match up. If you want your bangs to be the same length all the way across, make sure they match up. On each side, grab a strand between the thumb and forefinger of each hand. Pull your fingers down slowly and at the same pace. If one hand runs out of hair before the other, you need to trim a bit to match up the sides. Do this until you're satisfied that the lengths are even. Cut side swept bangs (optional). If you want your bangs to sweep to the side, comb them in the direction that you want them to go. Tip your head forward slightly, so that your bangs fall away from your face. Put your scissors in the direction you want your bangs to run. Starting near the part, position the scissors where you want the shortest part of your bangs. For side swept bangs, they'll get a bit longer as you go on. Because of this, angle your scissors slightly downward. Make short, small cuts across your bangs. The lengths should be a bit choppy, but not overly so. Aim to cut sections that are about 0.5 inch (12 mm) wide. When your bangs dry, touch them up. Ruffle the hair a bit, and see if you're happy with where it falls. Make more trims if necessary.	Buy a sharp pair of scissors. Wash your hair, but don't dry it. Clip up the top portions of your hair. Find split ends. Measure where you wish to cut. Trim the ends. Make sure your ends match up. Trim your layers (optional). Double-check your hair when it's dry. Gather materials. Start with wet hair. Start with the top of your head. Cut the back and sides. Use scissors to blend the two hair lengths. Get a sharp pair of scissors. Decide how short you're going to trim. Pull back the rest of your hair. Wet your bangs. Measure where you want to cut. Trim the hair beneath your fingers. Make sure your sides match up. Cut side swept bangs (optional).
https://www.wikihow.com/Treat-a-Foot-Fracture	How to Treat a Foot Fracture	A foot fracture is a beak in the bone or cartilage of your feet and can range in severity from a small, hairline fracture to a full break across the whole foot. While a major fracture needs immediate medical attention, you can treat a minor fracture at home by following the “RICE” treatment plan, which stands for rest, ice, compression, and elevation. When you think you may have a minor foot fracture, start treating it by immediately stopping what you're doing and resting your foot. Additionally, apply ice to the injured area for 20 minutes as soon as possible to reduce inflammation. Then, wrap the injured area in a snug bandage to compress it. Once your foot is wrapped, sit or lie down and elevate your foot above the level of your heart to further decrease swelling.	Recognize the symptoms of a fracture in your foot. Foot fracture symptoms often start out as a slight discomfort towards the front of the foot, where most of the force and pressure is exerted. Many times, this pain is very slight and the onset is only during long periods of exercise, running or working out; this is called a "stress fracture" and is actually a tiny crack in the bone. As soon as you stop your activity, the pain often vanishes. This leads many people to disregard and not even consider a fracture. Other symptoms include swelling, throbbing pain, and discoloration or bruising. Learn the "RICE" treatment plan. RICE stands for rest, ice, compression, and elevation. This is universal for any kind of bone fracture or stress fracture, and is the best way to treat a fracture at home for the first 72 hours after your injury or until you can seek medical care. Rest. Immediately stop what you are doing and refrain from any activities that cause pain to your foot. No more exercising, running, or whatever it was you were doing when you felt the pain; stop and get off your feet. It's important to immobilize the area and stay off of it as much as possible so the fracture doesn't shift and become worse. Ice. As soon as possible, put ice on the injured area. If your foot is fractured, it will soon start to swell, if it hasn't already. Do not apply heat, which would encourage more blood to rush to the area and make the swelling worse. Ice it down. Using crushed ice in a damp tea towel, ice the area for 20 minutes every two hours. Compression. Wrap the injured area in a bandage fairly snugly to help reduce swelling. Be careful that it's not so tight that it cuts off the circulation; you'll know it's too tight if you experience numbness, tingling, or discoloration. Leave the toes unbandaged if possible to easily check the circulation. Elevation. Sit down or lie down, but keep the injured foot elevated. The idea is to keep the injured foot above the level of your heart in order to decrease swelling. Take some acetaminophen. Your fracture is likely to cause some considerable pain, so treat the pain safely while promoting healing in your bones. Avoid naproxen sodium and ibuprofen, which some doctors believe have the potential to delay the healing process with bone injuries. Go see your personal physician. As soon as the pain and swelling have subsided, schedule an appointment with your doctor. She will likely order some X-rays of your foot to confirm your self-diagnosis. You may need a cast in conjunction with either a walking boot or crutches, depending upon the severity of the fracture. She may also refer you to a physical or occupational therapist or athletic trainer if needed, particularly if the fracture is severe or if you need help to safely exercise again. Keep the person calm. When a bone is fractured severely due to trauma (like a car crash) or a fall, it is common for the victim to go into a state of shock, which can shut down the body's ability to repair and regulate. It's important that you keep the person as calm as possible until emergency help arrives, or until you can transport them to the hospital. Talk in a soothing voice and reassure the person that you are there to help and that you will not leave her. Let her know help is on the way, or tell her that you will transport her to the hospital. Try to keep her as comfortable as possible, in a laying position. Keep her warm, keep crowds back, and give her small sips of water. Learn to recognize and treat symptoms of shock like sudden shortness of breath, paleness, sweating, dissociation, and dizziness; call 911 if the person does go into shock. Assess the fracture. Most fractures to the foot may be very painful but are not severe. But sometimes a traumatic injury like a car wreck or a very heavy object falling onto the foot can cause a very serious injury. If a bone is visible, the foot joint is out of place or the foot looks deformed or misshapen, or the person is losing a lot of blood, call 911 immediately. Even in closed fractures of the foot, if the toes are pale and cold and you are unable to find a pedal pulse (a pulse felt on the top of the foot), call 911. Stop any bleeding and immobilize the fracture. Place ABV pads or other clean, padded-type cloth over the wound. Do not attempt to bandage, as this will aggravate the injury. If you have a blanket or a pillow, long bandages or pins, you can make a support splint for the injury. Take a blanket folded into a 2' by 3' length or a pillow and gently place it in a horizontal alignment under the heel, supporting the foot while you have to move it. Fold the pillow/blanket gently up on either side of the ankle and secure with pins or a bandage wrapped securely. Then pin or bandage the area at the far end of the structure up around the fracture, keeping pressure gentle but firm. This makes a great, low-tech splint for injuries and allows doctors to see the damage without removing the support. These pillow splints can be used for closed fractures as well, as they fulfill the requirement of having the joint above the injury site immobilized. You could also use a surgical shoe or a boot to immobilize the area if you have one on hand. Head to the emergency room. If you suspect that someone has a broken foot, it's important that he receives medical treatment to assess the severity of the break and devise a treatment plan. A doctor can ensure that the diagnosis of a break is correct and that the pain in the foot is not caused by another condition. Get your foot X-rayed. At the hospital or doctor's office, your practitioner will conduct a series of examinations and tests, most likely including an X-ray of the bones in the foot. An X-ray will show whether the bone is fractured severely or if it only has a hairline fracture, or if there is no fracture at all. The X-ray is the only way to definitely know that the foot is fractured, unless it is so severely broken that the fractured bone can be felt with the hands. Follow the treatment plan. Depending on the severity and location of the break, your doctor will advise a treatment plan to minimize further injury and promote healing of the bones. For a very minor break, this might just involve keeping the foot elevated and avoiding bearing weight on it until the bone is healed. A more severe break may require a cast, surgical shoe, or air boot. Some very severe breaks may require surgery and/or the placement of metal plates in the foot to repair the break.	Recognize the symptoms of a fracture in your foot. Learn the "RICE" treatment plan. Take some acetaminophen. Go see your personal physician. Keep the person calm. Assess the fracture. Stop any bleeding and immobilize the fracture. Head to the emergency room. Get your foot X-rayed. Follow the treatment plan.
https://www.wikihow.pet/Help-a-Dog-with-Separation-Anxiety	How to Help a Dog with Separation Anxiety	To help a dog with separation anxiety, try to avoid making a fuss when you leave or come home so you're not stressing your dog out. When you do leave, give your dog an item that has your scent on it, such as a shirt, to help comfort it. You can also give your dog a puzzle toy to keep it busy while you're gone. Another way to help your dog's separation anxiety is to give it a good, brisk walk before you plan to leave, which will tire it out and reduce its stress levels in general.	Rule out other causes. Notice when symptoms take place. If they occur when you're coming or going, separation anxiety could be the cause. But if your dog exhibits problem behaviors when you're just sitting put, it's most likely something else. If your dog uses the bathroom where it's not supposed to while you're home the cause probably isn't separation anxiety. Consider visiting a vet to rule out incontinence or digestion issues, or visit a trainer for help completing potty training. Similarly, excessive barking or howling could be signs of incomplete training, especially if you didn't have a hand in training your dog when it was a puppy. Most dogs go through a period of excessive chewing as juveniles. Do your best to make it understand which toys are for chewing and which items belong to you. Make sure you don't leave shoes, clothes, or other tempting objects out during your dog's juvenile period, from a few months before its first birthday to a few months after. Make leaving and arriving home routine and unexciting. Don't make a fuss when leaving and don't greet your dog immediately when you come back home. Give it a few minutes, then calmly pet it. High-arousal departures and arrivals can lead to an inability to deal with being alone. Don't make your exit with lots of fanfare or with a big gestures. Try to avoid giving recognizable cues, like grabbing your keys loudly, that signal you're leaving. Take your dog on a long walk before you leave the house. Making sure your dog gets plenty of exercise helps to reduce anxiety, especially for larger breeds. Taking a long, brisk walk will tire it out and make it more likely to settle down. Engage in other playtime activities, such as fetching and other games that offer both physical and mental exercise. Make sure your dog gets at least 30 minutes of exercise every day. Go different places when you take it on walks so it's exposed to new sights and smells. Leave an item carrying your scent with your dog. Your scent will help comfort your dog and will help keep it calm until you return. Dogs' primary sense is smell, and reassuring smells can offer safety cues. Leave an unwashed but unsoiled blanket, towel, or article of clothing with your dog before you go. If your dog is crate trained, leave the scent item in its crate with the dog. Give your dog a puzzle toy with a treat or food. Invest in a toy that can hold a special food item that'll take your dog 20 to 30 minutes to figure out. It'll keep your dog occupied while you're away. Further, it'll recondition your dog to associate your departure with a nice treat. Examples include hollow rubber toys that can hold anything from a dog biscuit to peanut butter. Some can even be frozen, which will prolong the amount of time it takes for your dog to access the treat. Whenever choosing chewable toys, always go for the highest quality and most durable products in your price range. The ASPCA recommends Kong products. Treats are a great solution for mild cases of separation anxiety. However, in moderate or severe cases, dogs often won't eat, so puzzle toys and treats might be ineffective. Recondition how your dog interprets signs that you’re leaving. Your dog will come to associate jingling keys and putting on a coat or shoes with your departure. Recondition its associations by putting on a coat or picking up your keys, only to then sitting on the sofa. Teach your dog that these cues don't always mean that you're leaving. Your dog won't have such highly emotional responses to these cues, and will thus suffer less anxiety when you actually leave. Practice gradual absences. Build up your dog's tolerance to your absence with gradual training. Tell your dog to stay, then put on your coat, grab your keys, and go into the bathroom or another enclosed room. Wait a few minutes, then reenter the room and take off your coat. Remember to remain calm and make your return uneventful. Practice out-of-sight exercises within your home until your dog stops barking, howling, or otherwise seems comfortable when you leave the room. Progress to exercises outside of your home, starting with exiting the house and going into the yard for a few minutes. Eventually, drive around the block or walk down the street: increase your departure by a few minutes each time. While doing these exercises, make sure your dog has time to calm down after you reenter the house before you leave again. Put your dog in a designated safe space. If your dog is not crate trained, confine it in a room with closed door or using sturdy baby grates. Preferably, the area should have a window, and shouldn't be too closed in or isolated. Leave it with scent objects and favorite toys to keep it busy. If your dog has already been crate trained, it will associate the crate with safety, so this can serve as its safe space. See a Dog Behaviorist. If your dog has a serious case of separation anxiety, it might be a most effective to consult a dog behaviorist or trainer. Make sure you communicate that the issue is related to separation anxiety, and not a matter of lack of formal training. If your dog suffers from separation anxiety, formal or obedience training won't specifically target their needs, so be sure you tell the trainer your dog's particular behavioral issues. Make sure any trainers you consult are Certified Applied Animal Behaviorists (CAAB or ACAAB), or a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT). Check their website, card, or other business materials they have available to check their qualifications. Ask your vet or local humane society for a referral. Consult your vet about prescription anti-anxiety medications. Sometimes training and reconditioning will simply not help. Talk to your veterinarian and ask them what they recommend. They might offer a prescription anti-anxiety medication. Alternatively, your vet might recommend natural supplements, such as chamomile, St. John's Wort, or Valerian that help ease anxiety in dogs. Do not punish your dog. Punishing or scolding your dog will only make matters worse. Anxiety responses are not due to spite, lack of training, or disobedience. Rather, your dog is upset and is trying to deal with a high level of stress. Don’t treat anxiety by just leaving the radio or TV on. Leaving the radio or TV on can distract a bored dog while you're away. However, if your pet truly suffers from separation anxiety and isn't simply bored, the extra noise won't help. An exception would be if you've trained your dog to recognize TV or radio noise as an safety cue, in which case you should continue using these as part of your training routine. Don’t use a crate unless your dog is already crate trained. Crate training should begin early and can be a great way to ensure your dog won't get into anything destructive or self-harmful while you're away. Dogs evolved as den animals and typically enjoy safe, confined spaces. However, if your dog is not already crate trained and doesn't already associate the crate with safety, don't start putting it in a crate to deal with separation anxiety. Your dog will still engage in anxiety responses within the crate, and could harm themselves by trying to escape. If your dog has not been crate trained, create a more open safe space in a room with a closing door.	Rule out other causes. Make leaving and arriving home routine and unexciting. Take your dog on a long walk before you leave the house. Leave an item carrying your scent with your dog. Give your dog a puzzle toy with a treat or food. Recondition how your dog interprets signs that you’re leaving. Practice gradual absences. Put your dog in a designated safe space. See a Dog Behaviorist. Consult your vet about prescription anti-anxiety medications. Do not punish your dog. Don’t treat anxiety by just leaving the radio or TV on. Don’t use a crate unless your dog is already crate trained.
https://www.wikihow.fitness/Air-up-an-Exercise-Ball	How to Air up an Exercise Ball	To air up an exercise ball, start by taking it out of the package and letting it sit at room temperature for a couple of hours so it's easier to inflate. After a couple of hours, insert the tip of the pump into the hole in the ball and use the pump to inflate the ball 80 percent of the way. Then, let the ball sit for 24 hours before inflating it the rest of the way so it doesn't end up egg-shaped instead of round.	Let the ball sit at room temperature for two hours. Remove your stability ball from the packaging and allow it to sit in a 20°C (68° F) room for two hours. Doing this will normalize the temperature of the plastic and make it easier for you to blow up the ball. Insert the tip of your ball pump into the hole in the ball. Take the pointed end from your ball pump and place it into the hole in your exercise ball. There may also be an adapter that fits over the nozzle of the pump. This will usually look like a cylinder or cone that comes with your exercise ball. If you have one, simply screw it onto the nozzle of your pump. If there is a white plug inside your ball, you'll have to remove it with a butter knife or other object like a key. If you are using an electric pump, flip the switch to inflate it. If you don't have a plug, you'll have to find replacement parts. When removing the plug, be careful not to puncture your ball. If your ball didn't come with a pump, purchase one at your local hardware store. Pump the ball up 80% of the way. Push up and down on the handle on your ball's pump to inflate your ball. The ball should start to become bigger as you pump. Once the ball is pumped up, insert the small white plug that came with the ball and allow it to sit for 24 hours before pumping it up again. The ball will be very firm at this point. If you pump up the ball completely at this point, instead of doing so gradually, it may end up egg-shaped instead of round. Pump the ball up to its full diameter. After you've allowed the ball to sit, the ball is ready to be pumped its full size. Remove the white plug that you inserted earlier and quickly insert the ball pump adapter into the hole. Continue to pump the ball by pressing up and down on the handle until the ball is filled completely. Insert the plug and the let the ball sit for another day. Once the ball is fully filled up with air, press the plug back into the hole to stop the air from escaping your ball. Sit your ball indoors for a day before using it. Measure the final diameter of the ball. Read the instructions or the packaging that your ball came in and got the correct measurements for how large your ball should be when fully inflated. Use a tape measure to measure the diameter of the ball and make sure that it corresponds with what it says in the instructions. If you are 4'11"(1.49 m) to 5'6" (1.67 m) tall you should get a 55 cm (1.80 ft) ball. If you are 5'7″ (1.70 m) to 6'0″ (1.82 m) tall you should get a 65 cm (2.13 ft) ball. If you are 6'1″ (1.85 m) to 6′ 6″ (1.98 cm) tall you should get a 75 cm (2.46 ft) ball. Sit on your inflated exercise ball. Sit on your ball with your knees slightly bent with your feet flat on the floor. Your knees and hips should be level and your thighs should be parallel to the ground. Look in the mirror to see if you are sinking in too deeply, in which case you'll need to inflate your ball more. If your feet are not flat on the ground or your thighs are sloping downwards, your ball is overly inflated. In this case, release a little air from your ball. Bounce up and down slowly on your exercise ball. Doing a bounce test will give you an indication of whether your exercise ball is properly inflated. Bounce up and down on the ball and make sure that your hips and shoulders are in a vertical line while you're bouncing. If the ball is able to hold your weight and your posture stays straight, the ball is properly filled up. As you work out on your exercise ball, it will slowly deflate over time. Remember to keep the levels of air adequate as time goes on. Sit on top of your ball with your legs spread. Move the ball under you and find the white stopper on the ball. Face the stopper in front of you in between your legs. Remove the stopper and slowly bounce until the ball is deflated. Once you remove the stopper, the air should start escaping from the ball. To speed up the process, lightly bounce on the ball to force the remaining air out of the ball. Continue to do this until it's completely deflated. Fold up your ball when you store it. When your ball is fully deflated, and you've removed all of the air, fold it several times before putting it back into storage. Do not crumple your ball because it can damage it over time and can create creases and cracks when you inflate it. Store your ball at room temperature and don't expose it to direct sunlight.	Let the ball sit at room temperature for two hours. Insert the tip of your ball pump into the hole in the ball. Pump the ball up 80% of the way. Pump the ball up to its full diameter. Insert the plug and the let the ball sit for another day. Measure the final diameter of the ball. Sit on your inflated exercise ball. Bounce up and down slowly on your exercise ball. Sit on top of your ball with your legs spread. Remove the stopper and slowly bounce until the ball is deflated. Fold up your ball when you store it.
https://www.wikihow.com/Tell-a-Horse-from-a-Pony	How to Tell a Horse from a Pony	To tell a horse from a pony, look at the height of the animal since horses are usually much taller than ponies. However, keep in mind that young horses can be short like ponies, and there are some horse breeds that are short but not considered ponies. You can also tell the difference by looking at the proportions of the animal's body. If it's stocky with a thick neck and head, it's likely a pony.	Determine the age of the animal. A horse that is very young, and thus small, may be mistaken as pony. However, a pony is not simply a young horse. Instead, it is a different type of equine. A horse is usually fully grown once it is five to seven years old. However, it will grow very rapidly in its first year, reaching about 90% of its fully grown height in that year. The age of a horse is usually determined by inspecting its teeth. To definitively determine the age of a horse, take it to a veterinarian. Your veterinarian will inspect the horse's teeth and determine its age. Determine the size of the animal. The biggest difference between a horse and a pony is the size. Equine animals are measured from their withers down to the ground. Horses and ponies are measured in hands. Each hand is the equivalent to 4 inches (10.2 cm), which is the approximate size of a grown man's hand. The abbreviation for a hand is "hh." It stands for "hands high." Technically, a horse has to be 14.2hh or higher when it's full grown to be considered a horse. Anything below that is a pony. To measure an equine, place the end of a tape measure on the ground next to your horse or pony. Extend the tape measure up to the level of the withers. Once you get a measurement from the tape measure, you should divide it by 4. This will give you the number of "hands high" your horse or pony is. The withers is the point on a horse or a pony where the neck and the back join. Determine if a small equine is a miniature horse. Some small horse breeds are exceptions to the rule about horse size versus pony size. A good example are miniature horses. Miniature horses were originally bred as pets and, while very small, they are still categorized as horses. A miniature horse is no taller than 34 inches from the ground to the base of the last hairs of the mane. They come in either an Arabian build or a stockier quarter horse build. In addition, they come in a wide variety of colors, such as appaloosas and pintos, just as non-miniature horses do. Consider the breed. Usually, if you know what breed the equine is, you can tell whether it's a pony or a horse. Some breeds have the word "pony" in the name, for instance a Shetland pony. This means that all equines in that breed are ponies, even if a few happen to be a bit taller than 14.2hh. Quarter horses are all horses, even though some of them are shorter than a horse should be. Finding out the breed of a horse may be as easy as asking its caretaker what breed it is. You can also ask the animal's veterinarian what breed it is. Assess the proportions of the animal's body. A pony's body tends to be stockier than a horse's body. Stockier proportions usually mean ponies have better endurance for work tasks. Their bones are thicker, their necks are shorter and thicker, and they have thick heads with broad foreheads. Inspect the animal's coat and mane. Ponies usually have thicker coats than horses. Thicker coats make ponies more resistant to cold weather. In addition, a horse's mane is usually smooth and relatively thin, while a pony's mane and tail are usually thick and coarse.. Determine the temperament of the animal. Spend some time with the animal, either walking it around or petting and brushing it. Ponies tend to be calmer than horses. They are also very smart, just as horses are. Perhaps this combination of calmness and intelligence is why they are so good with children. Determine the animal's strengths. Horses and ponies also differ in what they are good at doing. Ponies, because of their strength, hardiness, and tough build, are good at working on a farm. They can pull twice their weight, while a horse can usually only pull half of its weight. Horses, on the other hand, can work on a farm but their strength lies more in carrying people. They are not as strong as a pony but they have good stamina and can be more skillful animals.	Determine the age of the animal. Determine the size of the animal. Determine if a small equine is a miniature horse. Consider the breed. Assess the proportions of the animal's body. Inspect the animal's coat and mane. Determine the temperament of the animal. Determine the animal's strengths.
https://www.wikihow.health/Treat-Chronic-Fatigue-Syndrome	How to Treat Chronic Fatigue Syndrome	If you notice symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome, like decreased energy, memory and concentration problems, anger, guilt, anxiety, or loss of independence, talk to your doctor so they can help you figure out what's going on. While your doctor may recommend medical treatments, there are also changes you can make to your lifestyle to help with chronic fatigue syndrome, like pacing your daily schedule so you don't run out of energy. For example, focus on your most pressing errands each day instead of trying to fit in every task, which can help prevent a sudden crash. You should also try to exercise for at least 30 minutes every day to gradually build up your endurance. However, since exercise will tire you out, make sure you're getting between 8 and 10 hours of sleep every night to avoid exhaustion.	Work closely with your doctor or health care provider. Together, you should create an individualized program that works for you. Dealing with general practitioners can be difficult if they are not intimately familiar with CFS. CFS has a low diagnosis rate, but approximately 1 in 250 people are afflicted with it. Doctors without a thorough understanding of CFS may misdiagnose it as depression, general anxiety disorder, or a psychosomatic illness. Even where diagnosis is accurate, appropriate treatment may not follow unless the doctor has prior experience and knowledge of CFS. Work with your doctor to eliminate the possibility any other conditions that may have similar symptoms as CFS, such as thyroid issues. Your CFS treatment should engage a variety of therapists, counselors, and specialists in specific fields. Some of the symptoms that may require special attention include: A decrease of energy or enthusiasm that interferes with normal daily activities Loss of livelihood, independence, and economic security Feelings of anxiety, anger, or guilt Memory and concentration problems Difficulties with intimacy and sexual relationships Always discuss new and alternative therapies with your health care provider. Many so-called "quick cure" therapies may do more harm than good. Try cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). CBT has proven especially helpful in treating CFS. The goal of cognitive behavioral therapy is to help you better cope with CFS. By talking through the experience, giving it meaning, and discovering what may have triggered your CFS, you may be able to mitigate or better manage your CFS symptoms. It may be helpful to keep a diary to record your thoughts and experiences during the week before you go in to your CBT session. This way you can refer back to specific examples or situations in which you suffered a period of exhaustion, or in which you demonstrated greater acceptance of your CFS. Join a support group or attend group therapy. Like CBT, group therapy offers the opportunity to share your experience with someone who cares. The difference is that you can listen to and learn from the experiences of others who are also suffering from CFS. This will help normalize the experience, and provide insight into other ways to deal with the illness. Group therapy can provide an individual with a sense of belonging and community. Look for opportunities to educate. Many individuals are unaware of CFS or confused about its causes and symptoms. Open up to your friends and family about your condition. They can be an important source of support. Be patient but firm when you explain both what you're going through personally and what the medical community has concluded as a whole. One of the many myths about CFS is that it is psychosomatic, or an imagined disease caused by an individual's state of mind. Many people believe that individuals with CFS can simply “snap out of it” or can cure themselves by simply adjusting their attitude. Be on the lookout for this insidious myth, and let its adherents know that CFS is a serious condition with a firm basis in medical science. Rebuild your ability to concentrate. A common characteristic of CFS is an inability to concentrate on verbal, written, or visual information. Following directions, multitasking, or performing an action which requires a series of steps may become difficult or impossible. You can try either behavioral or medicinal treatments to rebuild your concentration levels. Behavioral concentration exercises encourage playing word puzzles or games. Crosswords, Scrabble, or similar games can make the process more fun. Getting an adequate amount of deep, restful sleep can help you focus. Try medication. There are many over-the-counter and prescription medications available which can reduce pain, cognitive problems, and other CFS symptoms. Always use medication as directed and talk to your doctor if you experience any adverse side effects. Antidepressants have shown some promise in alleviating CFS. These medications can reduce pain and improve quality of sleep in addition to treating the depression that often accompanies CFS. Klonopin, a prescription drug, can help concentration and remove the veil of “brain fog” often experienced by those with CFS. Ask your doctor if Klonopin or other tranquilizers might be helpful for you. Stimulants, like the drugs used to treat ADHD, may improve concentration in individuals experiencing CFS since the symptoms often overlap. Sleeping pills are frequently used as a CFS medication, since individuals suffering CFS find it difficult to sleep and feel less refreshed by sleep than they did before the onset of Medication might be part of your CFS treatment, but should not be the only part. Try alternative treatments in addition to medication. Relieve your pain. Pain can be the most debilitating aspect of CFS. Whether you experience headaches, sensitivity to being touched, or aches in your muscles and joints, treating your pain should be a top priority in any CFS treatment regimen. Readily available pain medicines like aspirin, ibuprofen, or acetaminophen can help manage your pain. Therapeutic massage can improve circulation and reduce pain. Deep breathing exercises can help block out pain. By breathing in a deliberate, focused way over a long period, pain and other phenomena can be reduced. In a seated position you're your eyes closed and both feet on the floor, try breathing in deeply, holding the breath, then exhaling slowly for thirty breaths. Heat treatments include hot water bottles, hot packs, warm baths, or heated mattress pads. These can help relax muscles and ease pain. Cold treatments include applying ice packs or bags of frozen vegetables to areas causing pain. Do not apply cold treatments for more than 15–20 minutes to a single location. Some chiropractors suggest that spinal manipulation can improve energy levels and reduce pain. Acupuncture may also have benefits depending on the severity of pain. Get physical. Aim for at least thirty minutes of light exercise each day. Swimming, bike-riding, or walking are all good options. You can also try: Muscle relaxation techniques and deep breathing Stretching exercises Yoga Tai-chi Do not overexert yourself when exercising, but make sure your workout is vigorous enough that you gain the healthful benefits. Adjust your diet. A diet rich in fiber, whole grains, nuts, seeds, fruits, and vegetables may reduce CFS symptoms. Avoid refined foods, and foods high in sugar, salt, and saturated fat. Aim to eat five or more portions of fruits and vegetables each day. Modest portions of meat, soy, fish, or another source of protein should be included in two of the three daily meals. Incorporate starchy foods with a low glycemic index into your meals. These may include bread, cereal, potatoes, and rice. Try to eat several small portions more often in addition to the traditional three meals each day. Many CFS patients find a snack every three to four hours helps food cravings and improves energy. Take care not to overeat. CFS patients often believe they can boost their energy levels by consuming more at mealtime. Additionally, many medications prescribed for CFS require they be taken with food. These conditions can easily result in gaining excess weight. Drink water with every meal. Try to drink at least eight glasses each day. Limit your intake of caffeinated beverages. Caffeine is a stimulant which can disrupt biological rhythms and prevent a full night's sleep. Soda and coffee should be avoided. Alcohol depresses the body's immune system and adds an unnecessary processing load to the liver. In CFS patients, their immune systems and liver are already operating at less than optimal performance. Alcohol can push the already compromised CFS body to the breaking point, with toxic alcohol spilling into the bloodstream and even more dramatically depressed levels of energy. Pace yourself. Pacing is the act of dividing the total amount of work you have to do in a day into manageable bits. Do only your most pressing errands, or those which you have energy for. By pacing your daily schedule, you can intersperse periods of exertion with periods of rest, and avoid sudden physical or mental collapse. When you feel worn out or near exhaustion, set aside your unfinished tasks and work on them another day. Schedule periods of downtime and rest for yourself as needed. After working for a week or so with a regular schedule, decide if you feel capable of adding additional tasks to your daily routine. Re-evaluate your energy level and schedule each week. Maintain a record of your energy expenditures throughout the day. Staying alert to changes in your energy level will not only help you pace yourself, but can also help you build a sense of accomplishment and chart your recovery in your fight against CFS. Take “energy shortcuts” where possible. Instead of washing the dishes by hand, run them through the dishwasher. Ride a bike instead of walking to your destination. Divide large tasks into manageable portions. Instead of taking on the task of cleaning the house, for example, try to clean the kitchen today, the living room tomorrow, and the bedroom the day after next. Take herbs and supplements. There are a number of herbs and supplements which may limit CFS. Speak with your doctor before trying supplements, as they can interact with other medications you may be taking. The supplement industry is unregulated, meaning there is no guarantee that you are getting what is advertised on the bottle, so ask your doctor or pharmacist for recommendations for reputable brands. Magnesium can be used to boost energy, but incorporate it slowly into your vitamin regimen; it has been known to cause diarrhea. Omega-3 fatty acids are found in nuts, seeds, and fish, and can reduce fatigue. NADH is a naturally occurring chemical which boosts energy. An NADH supplement can have the same energy-boosting effect when taken orally. DHEA is a hormone which aids the production of estrogen and testosterone, regulates adrenal gland levels, and helps the body deal with stress. Individuals with CFS tend to have low levels of DHEA (or DHEA sulfate), which leads to fatigue, brain fog, and low blood pressure. Medicinal DHEA supplements can correct low DHEA levels in cases of CFS. You will need a doctor's prescription to obtain DHEA. Melatonin is a hormone which regulates sleep. When the body prepares for sleep, serotonin levels decline and melatonin levels increase. In CFS patients, melatonin production is disrupted, but can be corrected with a melatonin prescription. Get plenty of sleep. Sleep deprivation and general exhaustion are the hallmarks of CFS. Getting enough – but not too much – sleep is an important starting point for recovery. Aim for 8 to 10 hours of sleep each night. Do not consume caffeinated food or drink within three hours of your bedtime. Make sure your bed is comfortable and spacious enough for you. Set a regular sleeping schedule. Wake and go to bed at the same time each day. Try sleeping pills if you continue to struggle getting a full, restful night of sleep.	Work closely with your doctor or health care provider. Try cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Join a support group or attend group therapy. Look for opportunities to educate. Rebuild your ability to concentrate. Try medication. Relieve your pain. Get physical. Adjust your diet. Pace yourself. Take herbs and supplements. Get plenty of sleep.
https://www.wikihow.com/Stop-Condensation-on-Windows	How to Stop Condensation on Windows	To stop condensation in rooms that produce moisture, like kitchens and bathrooms, make sure you use exhaust fans or open any available vents. After bathing or cooking, leave these vents and fans on for at least 15-20 minutes to lessen indoor humidity. Since condensation can only form if there is a cold surface for moisture to gather on, also consider weather stripping, caulking, or heat recovery ventilators to keep windows and walls warm. Of these methods, weather stripping is the fastest and easiest way to seal any leaks around windows and doors.	Install a hygrometer. A hygrometer is a device that measures moisture levels in the air. Since condensation forms when warm moisture in the air collects on a cold surface, such as a window, tracking the humidity level in your house can help you stop condensation. When the moisture levels in the house get too high, take steps to reduce the humidity. When the temperature outside is below 0 F (-18 C), keep the humidity in your house between 15 and 25 percent. When the temperature outside is between 0 and 40 F (-18 and 4 C), keep the humidity inside between 25 and 40 percent. Use exhaust fans and vents throughout the house. One of the best ways to get humidity out of your house is to vent it outside through exhaust fans. Using exhaust fans is important in certain rooms and with certain appliances that produce moisture. Use bathroom vents and fans when you're bathing. Run them for at least 20 minutes after your shower. Use kitchen and stove fans when you're cooking. Run them for about 15 minutes after you finish cooking. Make sure your dryer vents to the outside for when you're doing laundry. A gas fireplace must have a chimney that vents outside, and you should always keep the damper open when you're having a fire in a wood burning fireplace. Take your plants outside. Indoor plants can be great in your home, but if you have trouble with condensation, you should keep them outside whenever possible. This is because plants produce moisture, so keeping them inside can exacerbate condensation issues. If you have a sun room that stays dry, you can also keep your plants there. Line dry clothes outside. Another cause of excess moisture in the house is clothing that hasn't been dried in a drier. If you must line dry your clothes, take them outside to prevent water from evaporating off the clothes and adding excess moisture to the air inside. If you must line dry clothes inside, keep them in a well-ventilated room, and open a door or window. Close doors when bathing and cooking. Some of the most significant contributors to moisture in your home include showers/bathing and cooking. When you shower or bathe, close the door to the bathroom to keep steam and moisture from escaping into the rest of the house. When cooking, close doors to the kitchen to keep moisture contained. When you are cooking or bathing in a closed off room, open windows to help remove the moisture. Use lids when cooking. Another great way to contain moisture when you're cooking is to use lids that will keep liquids inside the pans and pots. This is especially important when you're steaming and boiling food. When you do remove the lid from your dishes, do so in front of an open window, and make sure the exhaust vent is running. Turn off any humidifiers. Humidifiers are designed to add more moisture to the air in your house, so they will cause more condensation to form on your windows. When you're experiencing moisture problems, turn off all the humidifiers in your house, including ones that are attached to the furnace. Use a dehumidifier. On the other hand, dehumidifiers are designed to remove moisture from the air, so these are ideal devices if your home is prone to condensation. You can either install a whole-home dehumidifier, or invest in a portable one that you can move around the house. Empty the drip pan or basin on the dehumidifier regularly to prevent that moisture from evaporating back into the air. Keep your house at the right temperature. Managing the temperature inside your house is an important part of controlling condensation. Condensation can only form if there's a cold surface where the moisture can pool, so keeping windows and walls warm is essential. During the cooler months, use your furnace to increase the temperature, especially if humidity levels start to get too high. Use a hygrometer to keep and eye on the humidity levels in your house. If the humidity levels start to exceed 50 percent, take steps to lower the humidity and increase the temperature until the humidity drops below 50 percent. Install weather stripping. This will prevent cold air from blowing in from outside and cooling walls and windows. Not only will weather stripping save you money on energy bills, but it will also stop condensation. Weather stripping is a protective strip that you can apply to doors and windows to prevent cold air from seeping in through joints and frames. Seal cracks around windows and doors. Cracks and openings are another place where cold air can steal into your house. Around doors and windows, you can seal these with caulk to prevent walls and windows from cooling. To apply caulk, you'll need a caulking gun and a fresh bottle of caulk. After you apply the bead, smooth it down with a small knife or your finger to press the caulk into the hole. Install a heat recovery ventilator. This is a heat exchanger with a built-in ventilation fan. These devices are expensive (a couple thousand dollars), but they will help reduce your energy costs by preventing energy loss. And because this device will increase the temperature of your house, it will help you fight condensation. Install storm windows. Another way to prevent condensation is to stop the windows from getting cold, and you can do this by installing storm windows, or by replacing older single-pane windows with double or triple glazing. While replacing windows or installing storm windows may be expensive, it will also help to improve the energy efficiency of your home, so you'll save money on your power bills. Open doors and windows. The final piece of the puzzle when it comes to reducing humidity in your home is improving ventilation and circulation. The easiest and cheapest way to improve the ventilation in your home is to open doors and windows when the weather permits. For the most effective ventilation, open windows on opposite sides of the same room to create a cross breeze. Open the drapes. Opening drapes and curtains will allow air to circulate against the windows, and this will dry out moisture on the windows and stop condensation from forming. The best time to open the windows and drapes is on sunny days, when the warmth and light from the sun will dry out moisture. Use fans to move air around. Stand-up, oscillating, and ceiling fans are all great for circulating the air in your home. Not only will they help to reduce moisture, but they'll also distribute hot air more evenly in the winter, and provide a cooling breeze in summer. In summer, ceiling fans should rotate in a counterclockwise direction. In winter, switch the fans so they rotate in a clockwise direction, and circulate heat more efficiently.	Install a hygrometer. Use exhaust fans and vents throughout the house. Take your plants outside. Line dry clothes outside. Close doors when bathing and cooking. Use lids when cooking. Turn off any humidifiers. Use a dehumidifier. Keep your house at the right temperature. Install weather stripping. Seal cracks around windows and doors. Install a heat recovery ventilator. Install storm windows. Open doors and windows. Open the drapes. Use fans to move air around.
https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-Corroded-Car-Battery-Terminals	How to Clean Corroded Car Battery Terminals	Before you clean corroded car battery terminals, be sure your car is turned off so you don't ground the cables. Then, use a wrench to loosen the nuts on the cable clamps, and unfasten the cables from the posts. Next, mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda with 1 cup of very hot water. Dip an old toothbrush into the mixture, then remove any corrosion by scrubbing the top of your battery and the battery clamps and posts. Finally, rinse the battery and cables with cool water and dry them completely before refastening them.	Determine the terminal configuration of your battery. There are two types. If the terminals are on the side, you will need a 5/16-inch (8 mm) wrench to loosen both cable nuts. If the terminals are on top of the battery, you will need either a 3/8-inch (10 mm) or 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench. Make sure your car is turned off. This will reduce the likelihood of accidentally grounding the cables. Loosen the nut on the negative (-) cable clamp. Unfasten the cable from the post. Do the same for the positive (+) cable. If you have trouble removing either cable, attempt to twist them while pulling up at the same time. Examine the battery for cracks that may be leaking acid. If any are found, you need to replace the battery. Check the battery cables and clamps for tears. If a large rip is found, you may have to replace these parts. Mix 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda with 1 cup (250 ml) of very hot water. Dip an old toothbrush into the mixture and scrub the top of the battery to remove corrosion buildup. You can even dip the ends of the battery cables in hot water to dissolve any corrosion on the cable ends themselves. Use the toothbrush to scour the battery clamps and posts. Remember to soak your brush in the baking soda solution as much as needed. Rinse the battery and cables with cool water. Make sure all the baking soda and corrosion is washed away. Dry the battery and clamps with a clean cloth. Lubricate all exposed metal on battery terminals, posts and clamps. Use petroleum jelly or a commercial battery terminal protection spray. Reattach the positive (+) cable clamp to the proper terminal. Tighten the nut with your wrench. Repeat with the negative (-) clamp. Test if terminals are tight enough by twisting each one by hand. Keep a pair of gloves and correct-size wrench in your trunk or back seat. Loosen each terminal slightly with your wrench. Do not entirely remove the cables. Pour cola over the battery from the center outward in one direction. Repeat going in the opposite direction. Allow it to soak for two minutes, then rinse off with water. Tighten the terminals and try to restart the car.	Determine the terminal configuration of your battery. Make sure your car is turned off. Loosen the nut on the negative (-) cable clamp. Examine the battery for cracks that may be leaking acid. Check the battery cables and clamps for tears. Mix 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda with 1 cup (250 ml) of very hot water. Use the toothbrush to scour the battery clamps and posts. Rinse the battery and cables with cool water. Lubricate all exposed metal on battery terminals, posts and clamps. Reattach the positive (+) cable clamp to the proper terminal. Keep a pair of gloves and correct-size wrench in your trunk or back seat. Loosen each terminal slightly with your wrench. Pour cola over the battery from the center outward in one direction. Allow it to soak for two minutes, then rinse off with water.
https://www.wikihow.com/Ask-a-Guy-Out	How to Ask a Guy Out	One way to ask a guy out is by putting a note in his locker, bag, or book that just says “Want to go out sometime?” and your number. This method takes some pressure off of you, especially if you don't know him very well. If you know the guy fairly well, buy 2 tickets to a movie or concert you know he'll enjoy and pretend that someone bailed on you. You can either wait for him to ask if he can go with you or be direct and say “Is there any chance you'd like to go?” Another low-pressure way to ask him out is to organize a group date with a few friends. This way, it'll feel less like a date and you can test the waters to see if you're a match.	Ask yourself: What's the worst thing that can happen? The worst thing that can happen would be that he will respectfully say "no" if he is a decent person. Keep this in mind and then prepare yourself to ask him out. Remember this will help you endure the pain in case this happens. Find the right place and time to ask him out. Make the opportunity to ask him in a casual, low-pressure setting. It might be in the hallway, at the water fountain, on a sports field after practice, or wherever else you usually see him. Pick an isolated place, as well as a time when he is likely to be relaxed. Here are some things to keep in mind when you choose the right time and place: Get a little privacy. You do not have to be completely alone, but you will both probably be more comfortable if you can do the actual asking in a semi-private space. People may not respond honestly when their friends are hanging around and they feel pressured, so some privacy can help you get a real answer. Do not make a big deal about pouncing on the first available second of alone time. If you're both together in a group, lower your voice to half volume and say, "Hey, could I talk to you alone for a second?" and walk a few paces away. Do not give off creepy vibes. Things like silently standing in front of his locker every morning, calling him then hanging up over and over, or constantly asking other people about him may come off as creepy--and something a stalker may do. Give your crush some space. Do not follow him around in real life or on-line. A little recon is fine, but following his every move gets into an unhealthy obsession. Pick a time and place that makes sense. Asking him out after drama rehearsal may be perfect, a 1:30 a.m. text may not be. Have a date in mind. If it's your first time asking this guy out, you'll be a lot more confident if you invite him to a specific activity. It spares you the stress of coming up with something to do while you're on the actual date, and won't leave you saying "Uhhh... I don't know" when he asks what the plan is. Here are some ideas to get you started: Don't think too hard about negative thoughts like 'he will laugh at me', 'he will reject me', 'he will friend-zone me' etc. Remember that guys feel and think the same way when they approach a girl which is the main reason why so many guys exist in the so-called 'friend-zone'. The truth is you will find out only after asking, muster up some courage, ask him out. You can do it! You may be surprised to find how they would react as most guys are quite easy to talk to as compared to girls. Plan a classic date. There are some tried-and-true activities to do together for dates: Dinner: at a restaurant, or at home with takeout, or something you made. Activity: seeing a movie, going to a concert or show, visiting a museum, comic book convention, a hike, a baseball game or another interest you two have in common. Pick something that specifically appeals to your target date. Sometimes you may not sure if you share common interests, or you are not sure if you like something he likes. Find out what he enjoys, and give it a try. Very often this is a great way to show you are really interested in finding out more about what he likes, and willing to try something new for his sake! Have an exit strategy. Though you should focus on the best case scenario (a resounding yes!) instead of the worst, you do need to be aware that there's a teeny-tiny chance that the guy won't say yes. Maybe he likes someone else, or maybe he was startled and only thought of you as a friend -- either way, you'll get through it. But if you want to make the most of the situation and not lose your cool, you should come up with a Plan B in case things don't go as planned. Come up with a reason to leave in advance. Whether it's saying that you have to study for a test, get to your next class, or that you're late to meet up with a friend, it'll sound better if you've prepared it. Come up with something else to ask in case you can tell he's not feeling it. If you approach him and he's clearly not in the mood to get asked out, think of something else you can ask him so it doesn't look weird that you came up to him -- ask for the math homework or if he knows when the home baseball team is playing that day. Use the "extra ticket" trick. Buy two tickets to see a movie, a concert, a stand-up comedian, or anything that you think will interest the guy. Then, when you start talking to the guy, casually mention the event and add, "Ugh, my friend completely bailed on me..." if the guy doesn't take the bait and ask to come, just say, "Is there any chance you'd like to go? I've been dying to see this show, and I think it'll be fun." Make it sound very casual, like you thought of it on the spot. This is a perfect low-pressure way to ask a guy out. However, be careful. If you are too vague on your intentions, your guy might think he is going as a friend, not as a date. Ask him out on a group date. Going on a group date is another low-pressure way to see if there are any sparks between you two. If you and your guy are hanging out with a group of couples, or even just a group of friends, then it'll feel less like a date and more like hanging out. Just tell the guy that you and a bunch of friends are going bowling, to the movies, to dinner, or whatever, and ask if he'd like to come along. A group date can help him know that you'll be asking him out but neither of you will feel the same pressure you'd feel if you were going at it alone. If the group date goes well, then hopefully that will lead to a regular date. Try not to be too vague on your intentions. A group date may be indistinguishable from a group of mixed-gender friends hanging out. Your date may not know he is on a date and leads to awkward situations. Ask him out to a guy-friendly activity. Pick something that the guy you have in mind and his friends like to do, as long as it sounds fun to you, and ask the guy to join you. (Rather than something women tend to enjoy more, like going to get nails done!) Find out what he likes to do first. Although there are activities that typically appeal to men more than women, you might be surprised. If going to the movies, try to pick a movie that has broad appeal. An action blockbuster movie might be a fun one for you both. Be sure you enjoy the activity, too. You do not want to end up always going to the local go-cart place because your guy thinks you like go-carts, but really you do not. Ask him out to a movie or concert. This is a slight variation on the "extra ticket" strategy. With this strategy, you should first strike up a casual conversation with the guy. Then, mention a new movie that's playing or a concert that's coming to town, trying to make sure that it appeals to him. Wait for him to say how much he likes this concert or band, and if he really doesn't get the message, then say, "I've really wanted to see that movie too. Want to go check it out over the weekend?" If you really want to act casual about it, you can add, "I can't think of anyone else who wants to go with me" or "none of my friends like that band..." Ask him out through a note. Put a note in the guy's locker, textbook, bag, or even sneak a note into his guitar case or another item that is important to him. Simply say, "Want to go out sometime?" and leave him your phone number. This works great with guys that you don't know very well, and it takes the pressure off. Not only is this an effective method, but it'll make the guy think that you're cute and a little bit creative. If you really want to be romantic about it, you can even ask him out through a letter, as long as it doesn't freak him out. Ask him out over the phone. If you really want to ask the guy out but are afraid to do it in person, just call him up and ask if he wants to go out that weekend. You can even call him with a close girlfriend or two standing by for moral support -- as long as they don't shriek or ruin the call, having them there will help you relax and gain confidence. And if he says no, all you have to do is say goodbye and hang up. Let him know face to face how you really feel. Don't be nervous -- just make a bit of small talk first and then transition into your question. When you go up to talk to him make sure your friends are in sight so that they can help you. Tell him all the reasons why you like him and then tell him you like him because it will give him a confidence boost and your chances of getting rejected will be a little slimmer. It's best if you ask him if he's free on a specific day and tell him your plans and if he likes them there's a chance he'll say yes. Let him know that if the date doesn't work out you'll still be willing to be his friend and if it does then you can go on a second date. He wants to know you won't be so mad. Say something like "hey you know you're smart, kind, funny, etc. and you know I like you. Maybe if you're free on Friday night we could go out to dinner and watch a movie. We could go alone or with some friends and if it doesn't work out I won't be mad we could stay friends." Something like that so that he is willing to say yes or just say everything and change the friends part. Like if he says yes say "okay, well is it alright if some friends come or just you and me" that way he knows you care about his opinion. Another way to do it is say "Hey, me and my friend were supposed to go out to dinner and she invited her boyfriend. Maybe you could come with me and be my date because I like you. You're smart, funny, and super nice. What do you say? You know if you're free on Friday night?" Then, wait for his answer.	Ask yourself: Find the right place and time to ask him out. Have a date in mind. Have an exit strategy. Use the "extra ticket" trick. Ask him out on a group date. Ask him out to a guy-friendly activity. Ask him out to a movie or concert. Ask him out through a note. Ask him out over the phone. Let him know face to face how you really feel.
https://www.wikihow.com/Write-an-Appeal-Letter-to-Social-Security-Disability	How to Write an Appeal Letter to Social Security Disability	To write an appeal letter to Social Security Disability, start by stating that you're appealing your decision and that you have additional documentation, like medical records, to support your claim. Follow up with 1 or 2 paragraphs to explain how your symptoms have worsened over time. Additionally, explain how your condition makes you unable to work any kind of job, not just your old job. Then, complete the required forms that were sent with your denial notice, and mail them along with your appeal letter and supporting documents to the address provided to you.	Read your denial notice. SSA will send you a notice telling you why you have been denied benefits. You should read this notice closely. You'll need to respond directly to SSA's reasons for denying you. If you can't find your notice, contact SSA. Ask that a copy be sent to you. Read the instructions in the notice. SSA should give you instructions in your denial notice for how to appeal. You must follow all instructions, so read them carefully. Note deadlines and what forms you must complete. Your appeal will be denied if you don't follow instructions. Find inaccurate information. SSA might have used wrong information to evaluate your claim. For example, they might have wrong information about your age, educational level, or work experience. Go over your notice to find errors. Gather additional medical information. Your denial notice should identify what medical information SSA relied on when deciding to deny you coverage. Now is the time to supplement your record with additional information. For example, you might have had new tests taken which show the extent of your disability. You should get copies of the test results to share with SSA. Also gather updated medical records. Submit the most recent ones, not old ones. You might need to pay your doctor to cover the costs of the copying. Review the medical records to see that they are complete. Medical records should contain sufficient detail. Often, doctors don't record complaints about pain or other important information. Speak to your doctor if you think the records don't accurately explain your symptoms. Get a letter from your doctor. Ask your doctor if they will support your disability claim and if they will write a letter in support. The letter should identify the extent of your limitations and explain you cannot work because of them. Ideally, your doctor should fill out SSA's assessment form. You can get the RFC form by calling your local Social Security office and asking for it. If your doctor won't support you, try to find a different doctor who will. It's much harder to obtain benefits without a doctor's support. Keep going to your doctor. You'll be unlikely to win your appeal if you are no longer seeing your doctor. Typically, you should see your doctor at least once every two months. You might have lost your health insurance when you stopped working. In that situation, try to find a free clinic or a county health department to visit. Format your letter. Make sure your letter is readable. You should print it instead of handwriting it. Go to your local library if you don't have a computer or word processor. When formatting your let, set one inch margins and choose Times New Roman 12 point as your font. At the top of the letter, include your name and your claim number. Your claim number may be the same as your Social Security Number. State that you are appealing. In the first paragraph, write that you are appealing your denial of Social Security disability benefits. Also explain whether you have provided additional supporting documentation. You want the reader to know immediately the letter's purpose. For example, you can write: “I am writing to appeal my denial of Social Security disability benefits. I have included additional information about my arthritis and have attached medical records from my treating physician.” Provide an overview of your disability. Give enough background so that SSA understands how your symptoms developed and have worsened over time. Also correct any inaccuracies SSA made when summarizing your condition. You don't have to write a lot, but one or two paragraphs should be sufficient. For example, you can write, “My arthritis began four years ago, in May 2013. I continued working as a secretary and received initial treatments from my doctor. However, the pain and swelling increased to the point that I had to leave my job in April 2015. At that point, I found it difficult to dress myself and manipulate small objects, like buttons or zippers. Because work is important to me, I took a job as a greeter at a local department store, but by June 2016 the stiffness in my joints had spread to my knees and feet. I am unable to stand for long periods of time as a result.” Describe how you are unable to work. Include a paragraph explaining how your disability prevents you from working any job—not just your old job. SSA might have determined that your experience and education qualify you for other work, and they will deny your application for benefits on those grounds. For example, a concert violinist with arthritis might be denied benefits if they can do other work. Summarize your supporting documents. Explain generally what you have included and why it is relevant. Point out whether this is new information that SSA did not consider when reviewing your claim. For example, you might write, “I have enclosed updated medical records from my doctor which support my claim. These show that my condition has worsened since I first applied. My treating physician has also written a letter explaining my swelling and pain, and how my advanced arthritis has limited my movement. Since you did not have this information when you denied me, I thought it would be helpful.” Conclude the letter. In the final paragraph, ask SSA to reconsider your claim. Type “Sincerely” and then your name. Underneath your name, include your contact information, such as your telephone number and address. Complete the required forms. SSA will give you forms to fill out. There will be a few lines for you to explain why you should win your appeal. You should write, “see attached page” on these lines. Generally, you'll fill out the following forms: Disability Report of Appeals Request for Reconsideration (Form SSA-561) Mail in your appeal. You want to keep a copy of your letter and all forms you submit. Gather everything in an envelope and mail it to the office address provided to you. If you want, you can mail it certified mail, return receipt requested. You can also call one or two weeks after you submitted your appeal to see if it was received. Hire a lawyer if you are denied again. You have a right to several appeals. If you're initially denied, then you must appeal to an administrative law judge. You should hire a lawyer at this stage. About 80% of all claimants have a lawyer, and you'll increase your chances of success. Contact your local or state bar association and ask for a referral to a Social Security attorney. Call them up and schedule a consultation. SSD lawyers are paid on contingency, which means you don't pay them unless they win your case. If you win, then the attorney will get 25% of any past-due benefits up to $6,000.	Read your denial notice. Read the instructions in the notice. Find inaccurate information. Gather additional medical information. Get a letter from your doctor. Keep going to your doctor. Format your letter. State that you are appealing. Provide an overview of your disability. Describe how you are unable to work. Summarize your supporting documents. Conclude the letter. Complete the required forms. Mail in your appeal. Hire a lawyer if you are denied again.
https://www.wikihow.com/Fix-an-Upset-Stomach	How to Fix an Upset Stomach	To soothe an upset stomach, try eating a little yoghurt, crackers, or high-fiber foods. You should also try to drink tea, since dehydration can make upset stomachs worse. While you're waiting for the problem to go away, try to go to the bathroom to clear the problem sooner, or rest to avoid upsetting your stomach more. You can also take Pepto Bismol if you need to get better sooner. If the pain lasts more than 3 hours, you may have to induce vomiting. Finally, call your doctor if the pain lasts more than 6 hours after vomiting.	Try eating just a bit. Something light and simple might settle your stomach. Try eating yogurt, bland crackers, or high fiber foods. Avoid spicy foods, dairy (yogurt being the lone exception -- it's full of probiotics), or anything with a strong scent. If the thought of food just grosses you out, don't force it. You may just make things worse. Drink something. Your stomachache may be a result of dehydration. If you want, try an herbal tea as an alternative to water. Also try Gatorade; it has many more minerals that help calm your stomach. If you're puking or have diarrhea, it's especially important that you stay hydrated. Your body is losing fluid at an alarming rate and it should be replaced as soon as possible. If neither of these are an option, try ginger ale or flat soda. Flat! Not the fresh kind. Go for the BRAT diet. BRAT stands for B ananas, R ice, A pplesauce and T oast. You can add other bland foods to the BRAT diet, too. For example, you can try saltine crackers, boiled potatoes, or clear soups. Don't start eating dairy products and sugary or fatty foods right away. These foods may trigger nausea even more. This may not be so good for children, however. Because BRAT diet foods are low in fiber, protein, and fat, the diet lacks enough nutrition to help a child's gastrointestinal tract recover. The American Academy of Pediatrics now recommends that kids resume eating a normal, well-balanced diet appropriate for their age within 24 hours of getting sick. That diet should include a mix of fruits, vegetables, meat, yogurt, and complex carbohydrates. Go to the bathroom. Take a book or something to take your mind off the pain. Unfortunately, you may just have to wait. Vomit. Sometimes, the pain is not going to go away until you throw up. Be ready as soon as your stomach cramps begin, but only induce vomiting if the pain has not stopped within 2-3 hours. Though it won't be your most fashionable accessory, keep a bucket or other container nearby. You'll be grateful you don't need to run to the bathroom. If you still have pain in 5-6 hours after vomiting a few times and eating something, call your doctor. Take your temperature and monitor your other symptoms, too. Rest. Though motion sickness is a very specific thing, once you're already sick, motion does you absolutely zero favors. Lie down and get comfortable. If that's not an option, stay as motionless as possible. This goes for babies and children, too. All ages will benefit from outside stability when the same can't be said for the insides. Visit your doctor. If the problem persists, your upset stomach is just a symptom of a grander issue. If you experience nausea for an extended period of time in addition to other symptoms like pain, trouble walking, and rashes, call a doctor immediately. Most upset stomachs resolve themselves within a few hours. If yours persists, look for other symptoms. If they are present, you may want to consider a doctor visit.	Try eating just a bit. Drink something. Go for the BRAT diet. Go to the bathroom. Vomit. Rest. Visit your doctor.
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-over-a-Celebrity-Obsession	How to Get over a Celebrity Obsession	A celebrity obsession you can't shake can feel really overwhelming. Fortunately, there are things you can do to get over an obsession, like distracting yourself or getting rid of items that remind you of them. For example, join a club at school or spend more time with family and friends. If spending time online is fueling your obsession, take a break from your computer. You should also delete any social media apps on your phone so you aren't tempted to follow their every move. Additionally, you may need to get rid of physical objects that remind you of your obsession, like magazines, posters, or CDs. If you're still struggling to get over your obsession, talk to your doctor, since therapy can be really helpful for making behavioral changes.	Examine who this person is by identifying the qualities that are appealing to you. It's time to sit down and make a list. You have connected with this person for some reason. Physical attraction is likely not the only reason you find yourself drawn to him or her. Many times we see qualities in celebrities that are not present in our own lives, but we wish they were. Perhaps they demonstrate kindness to everyone they see, and you feel most people in your life are not kind. You need to remember that celebrities are showing the world a persona – an ideal masked version – of themselves minus their more fundamental and true character traits. You don't usually see them having a bad day or a private moment. It may ruin the image / personal brand they have been working to build. Determine what impact your obsession is having on other relationships in your life. Obsessions are considered abnormal because they negatively impact a person's capacity to love and to be a productive member of society. Your mind can become so crowded with thoughts about a celebrity that you have little room for anything else. Are you isolating yourself instead of participating in events? Are you quick-tempered with family or friends when you hear that your obsession has done something that upsets you? Are you feeling depressed or anxious around others and escape to privacy in order to reconnect with the object of your obsession? These are common emotions for those with a celebrity obsession. Analyze why you think you have this obsession. According to research, celebrity obsessions can serve two functions: companionship and personal identity. Do you feel lonely and in need of someone who understands you? Or, perhaps you like the way the celebrity handles himself or herself and you want to be like him or her. Clinical psychologists think of obsessions as fixations with an object, person or activity. Obsession in the psychological sense is defined as a continual thought, concept, picture or urge which is experienced as invasive and not proper, and results in significant fear, distress or discomfort. Ask yourself, when you experience thoughts and feelings about this celebrity, are they anchored in reality? Do you imagine yourself hanging out with the celebrity; but truly believe it would happen? Do you pretend to know what they are thinking about a certain person or situation? Have you forgotten that you can't read people's minds? Have you had significant one-on-one meaningful interactions with this person that would allow a healthy relationship to develop? If you haven't, then you must come to terms with the fact that you have imagined the relationship to be something far exceeding an “ordinary” connection. Researcher and professor, Brian Spitz berg, at San Diego State University's School of Communication indicates that social media communications with celebrities via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram can cause a fan to feel unique, as if the celebrity is speaking only to that person. This can leave you feeling confused. Relationships that are one-sided are considered to be para-social, meaning one person extends emotional energy, interest and time, and the other party, the persona, is completely unaware of the other's existence. Celebrity obsessions most always fall into this category. Establish how obsessing over this person is helping you meet your needs. We all have emotional needs that we want and need to have met: the need to be loved; the need to belong; the need for safety are just a few. Are you satisfied by your obsession to the point that you forego opportunities to find satisfaction in authentic human interactions? Introspection is the process of directly attempting to access your own internal processes. When you figure out how and why you react to the people and things around you, you will be able to help yourself solve many personal struggles. Only you can do the work that it takes to find the answers to these questions. Analysis can be difficult, but it can put you on a clear path toward change. Identify the level of your obsession. If you've been honest with yourself to this point, then you can probably determine the degree to which you are obsessed. It is beneficial to know in which category you would place yourself. The more aware you are of your own behaviors, the more likely it is that you are ready to make a change in your thoughts and interpretations. Research studies have identified three independent dimensions of celebrity worship. Of these three, where would you place yourself?: A. Entertainment-social: relates to attitudes where individuals are attracted to a celebrity because of their perceived ability to entertain and to become a social focus of conversation with like-minded others. B. Intense-personal: relates to individuals that have intensive and compulsive feelings about a celebrity. C. Borderline pathological: relates to individuals who display uncontrollable behaviors and fantasies relating to a celebrity. Seek professional help to identify the behaviors you would like to change if you are struggling to do it yourself. Psychologists and psychiatrists are available in your local area and can be located through the American Psychological Association and the American Psychiatric Association. Sign a behavioral contract and have a family member or friend witness it. This contract will allow you to spell out your goals and time frames. Signing the document symbolizes your commitment to making a change and releasing yourself from your celebrity obsession. Expand your interests. Life becomes unbalanced at times. If you are getting too much of one thing, then it is likely you are limiting yourself to possibilities. If you spend the majority of your day, week, or month obsessing over a celebrity, you are missing a lot of potentially worthwhile experiences. In the days of worldwide education available 24/7, you could explore a new subject every day of the year and never run out of material, and never run out of things to do or people to meet. Identify three activities you would like to learn more about or participate in. You won't know if you like something unless you try. These will provide healthy distractions and will help you build new and meaningful relationships with others. Inform family members and friends that you are trying to find new things to do to learn more about the world. If you are comfortable with telling them about trying to stop your obsession, then do. People may give you suggestions that you haven't thought of. Calculate how many hours you spend on-line. Many people spend a significant amount of time in the virtual world of computers and in the social media space focused solely on a celebrity. This can make it difficult to develop a set of healthy social skills to participate in real social interaction. Studies have shown that people who learn social skills experience positive effects in social-emotional development and behavior. Determine if you need to stop all activities associated with the focus of your obsession. Some people work best abruptly stopping all activities, (cold turkey) and others need to gradually reduce their exposure. Whichever you decide, you will need to have a strategy in place to increase your chances of achieving your goal. A study in the British Journal of Health Psychology found that people who state their intention about achieving their goal far exceed control groups who do not. Pick a day to start. Giving yourself a deadline will help you focus your efforts. Make sure you have supportive family and friends in place. Get rid of the items that remind you of your obsession. This may involve boxing items and giving them away, or storing them in an attic or garage. This will help you ceremoniously condense and “put away” your thoughts and feelings and set you on a new path. In this way, you are also removing potential triggers. If you slip up and find yourself back in the thick of the obsession, make some adjustments in the areas that were difficult and start again. You are allowed. Limit yourself to a reasonable amount of time to keep up to date with the celebrity’s accomplishments (example: 30 minutes per month).With Americans consuming an average of approximately fifteen and a half hours per person per day of both traditional and digital media, you will likely experience some surprise coverage. Just roll with it. Meet new people by joining groups, volunteering, or working. It is possible for you to find people who will meet your needs that are willing and able to form real relationships with you. There are hundreds of opportunities to help others, and everyone knows you feel good when you do. If you want to cope better with the stress of trying to make personal change, then serve others. Create a balance between time spent in human-to-human, face-to-face social situation, and on-line situations. Life is meant to be fully experienced. Limiting yourself to only the on-line world won't allow you to build the authentic life you desire and deserve. In all probability you will create and enjoy your incredible life without the help of a celebrity. They are probably too busy, and so are you.	Examine who this person is by identifying the qualities that are appealing to you. Determine what impact your obsession is having on other relationships in your life. Analyze why you think you have this obsession. Ask yourself, when you experience thoughts and feelings about this celebrity, are they anchored in reality? Establish how obsessing over this person is helping you meet your needs. Identify the level of your obsession. Seek professional help to identify the behaviors you would like to change if you are struggling to do it yourself. Sign a behavioral contract and have a family member or friend witness it. Expand your interests. Calculate how many hours you spend on-line. Determine if you need to stop all activities associated with the focus of your obsession. Limit yourself to a reasonable amount of time to keep up to date with the celebrity’s accomplishments (example: Meet new people by joining groups, volunteering, or working. Create a balance between time spent in human-to-human, face-to-face social situation, and on-line situations.
https://www.wikihow.com/Know-if-Your-Partner-Is-Having-an-Emotional-Affair	How to Know if Your Partner Is Having an Emotional Affair	An emotional affair is when a person invests more emotional energy with someone else than with their partner. If you're worried that your partner is having an emotional affair, look out for distance and secretiveness to help you know for sure. For example, if your partner has stopped sharing their important thoughts and feelings with you, they may be sharing them with someone else. Another common sign is if you notice your partner pulling away. They may go to bed early or stay late at work because they're worried they might get caught. You may also notice your partner having secret interactions with someone else. They might try to hide their conversations and meetings with the other person from you.	Determine if your partner has stopped sharing important thoughts. When in an emotional affair, a person may tell someone else their most important thoughts. This may be their hopes and dreams, their fears, or their successes. They share with the other person and not you. Figure out if your partner is sharing things with you like they used to. Ask them questions and see what their responses are, or listen during conversations to what they are saying. If you hear your spouse sharing important information with someone else that they have not told you about first, then this can be a red flag since it may mean you are not their go-to person for important matters. Determine if sex has changed. Though an emotional affair is not physical, the feelings involved in it can cause a physical rift between you and your partner. You may have less sex with your partner than you did before, or the sex may change and become less intimate and more routine. For example, your partner may rush through sex, not hold you, barely look at you, and not stick around afterwards. Sometimes guilt may cause a person to initiate sex more often, or to lavish you with attention, gifts, or in other ways. Figure out if your partner is pulling away. People in emotional affairs may put distance between themselves and their partners. This occurs because they are worried that they might get caught or say something about the other person. If your partner is pulling away or not talking to you, they may be having an emotional affair. Take a look at what your partner does around you. Do they go to bed early, spend time working at night, or no longer want to do things together? Notice changes in what your partner says to you. When people have emotional affairs, they start talking to the other person instead of you about things. You may start to see differences in what your partner says to you. Maybe they don't tell you about things you used to talk about often, or you notice they are quieter and share less than they used to. For example, your partner might have told you random things about their day, but now they barely talk about their day. This can be a sign of an emotional affair. If you find out about things after the fact when you know they are important to your partner may mean they are telling someone else, especially if you know they are close with someone else. Changes in your partner's attitude and tone towards you can also indicate a problem. Consider whether they have started reacting to you with irritation or speaking to you in a condescending tone. Watch for gaslighting. Gaslighting is an abuse tactic where the abuser tries to convince the victim that their version of reality is inaccurate or even crazy. If your partner frequently tells you that your thoughts are incorrect or crazy and attempts to paint a very different picture than what you are observing, then they may be using gaslighting to deceive you. For example, if you hear your partner share some important information with this person that your partner has not yet confided in you yet, then your partner might try to convince you that they already told you this information. This can leave you questioning your memory, even if you are certain that they never told you. Look for any secret interactions with another person. If your partner is having an emotional affair they may not tell you about all their contact with the other person. They may stop being at home as much because they are meeting with the other person. You may also notice that they talk on the phone, text, or chat online with people and don't mention it. If asked, they may evade answering by saying they are talking to “no one,” “a friend,” or “a co-worker.” Decide if your partner is trying to hide their interaction with the person. If your partner is having an emotional affair, they may start trying to hide their interactions. This might mean they delete call logs or texts, they go somewhere private when they talk on the phone, or they never let you around them and the other person. Your partner may not want you to see how they are with the other person because they act differently. Notice if your partner is dressing differently. Even though emotional affairs are not physical, that doesn't mean someone in an emotional affair doesn't want to impress the other person. Often, people in emotional affairs will dress up before seeing the person, wear perfume or cologne, and start changing things to make themselves more attractive. Notice if your partner has changed the way they look recently. This could be due to an emotional affair. If your partner has started to dress differently to go to work, the gym, or to a business dinner, it could be a sign. Pay attention to your intuition. Often, you know when something isn't right in your relationship. This may be the case if your partner is having an emotional affair. If you start to notice a difference in the way your partner talks about someone or you feel like the relationship isn't just friendship, your intuition may be right. If you feel like something is going on, then you want to look for other signs. Don't go on just your intuition alone, but don't ignore it either. Another red flag to watch out for is if you advise your partner to be careful about developing a close friendship with someone else and they laugh at you or get defensive. Watch for inappropriate behavior or drastic changes in behavior. People who enter into emotional affairs sometimes engage in behavior that can be considered problematic or dramatically different from how they usually act. These behaviors can take various forms. Look for anything that is too intimate or personal between your partner and the other person. For example, your partner may text the person often. They may also call the other person. This often happens at night, and may even be done secretly. Look for anything that your partner shouldn't be doing with someone. You may also notice changes in your partner's behavior such as staying up later, going into work earlier, spending more money, or drinking alcohol more often. Notice if your partner’s behavior is different around the other person. Emotional affairs often give people an outlet to be different or act differently than they do around their partners. If you have contact with your partner and the person you suspect they are having an affair with, watch their interactions. Look for any differences from the way they act with you. For example, your partner may feel emotionally distant from you due to everyday stresses like bills, work, and home responsibilities. With this other person, they may be able to laugh, be relaxed, and be more playful. However, they might also because anxious or uncomfortable when they are around the person in your presence. Listen to what your partner says about the person. As an emotional affair progresses, your partner may start comparing you to the other person, or they may start to express frustration with things about you that they have never mentioned before. The comments may be random and not meant maliciously, but they may still point to your partner thinking about the other person. For example, your partner may say, “They think my jokes are funny,” “They like the same kind of movies I like,” or “They can run at the same pace as me.” Start noting if your partner says things like this and how often. Talk to your partner. If you think your partner is having an emotional affair, ask them. See if they get defensive, evade, or get upset. If you don't feel comfortable outright asking, you may choose to instead ask questions about the other person. Try not to accuse your partner of anything. Instead, say, "I feel you are spending a lot of time with this person. This hurts me because you are my partner, and I feel like we are not as close as we used to be." Remain calm. During this conversation, you should remain calm. You will not get anywhere if you are both angry. If your partner denies or admits the closeness to this other person, don't yell and get upset. Instead, take a deep breath before responding. If your partner denies everything, then take the opportunity to discuss the problem in your relationship, like how you feel emotional distance or feel neglected. Evaluate your suspicions. You may want to figure out why you believe your partner is doing this in the first place. Have they had an emotional or physical affair before? Have other people noticed your partner's behavior? Is this based on your own issues? Determining this can help you figure out how to proceed. Examine your own feelings. Are you jealous by nature? Are you insecure? Have you been cheated on in the past? These things may make you more sensitive and suspicious. Talk to your partner about your feelings. Sharing your insecurities or past can help you build a stronger future. You may also consider talking with a trustworthy friend or family member about your suspicions. Choose someone who you think would give you objective feedback and who your partner would not feel threatened by you confiding in them. Make sure the person is someone who will not tell other people about what you have shared because this may cause your partner to feel betrayed.	Determine if your partner has stopped sharing important thoughts. Determine if sex has changed. Figure out if your partner is pulling away. Notice changes in what your partner says to you. Watch for gaslighting. Look for any secret interactions with another person. Decide if your partner is trying to hide their interaction with the person. Notice if your partner is dressing differently. Pay attention to your intuition. Watch for inappropriate behavior or drastic changes in behavior. Notice if your partner’s behavior is different around the other person. Listen to what your partner says about the person. Talk to your partner. Remain calm. Evaluate your suspicions.
https://www.wikihow.com/Learn-to-Live-Independently	How to Learn to Live Independently	If you want to learn how to live independently, first work towards becoming financially secure by getting a job that will help you pay for your monthly expenses like groceries and bills. Paying for everything on your own may take some getting used to, but you can create a budget to plan how to save and spend your money. Since living on your own means you're the one in charge of keeping your place clean, you can set up a schedule for doing things like washing dishes, taking care laundry, and vacuuming so it's easier to keep everything tidy. It's normal to feel lonely when you first start living independently, so try to get to know your neighbors. You might also consider getting a pet for some company.	Find a job. You will need to find a way to support yourself before you can live independently. This involves finding a job that pays you enough to cover all of the bills. Create good chances of promotion and steady growth within your job by keeping your work skills sharp and making yourself valuable to the company. Continually making more money means you'll be able to live more comfortably on your own. Try to save up enough money to cover 6 months of your expenses before you move out. There are always unexpected expenses that will come up when living independently, such as job loss or car repairs. If you are unable to build your emergency fund before you move out, save as much money as you can until you have enough money saved. Create a budget. A budget allows you to determine how much money you will need for bills and what you will have leftover for yourself. Start by figuring out your income, then deduct your monthly expenses from that. This will include your phone bill, car payment, groceries, and the like. Look at how much money you have after that. The number will help you determine what you can spend on rent or mortgage. You will likely need to readjust your budget after you move in. You won't get an accurate idea of how much your utility bills and other expenses are until you've spent some time in your new place. You can find easy and free Microsoft excel templates online to help you manage your budget. Live below your means. Spending less money than you make sounds easy enough, but it can be quite difficult. This may mean having to spend more nights in and sacrificing having the newest and trendiest gadgets. But, being able to live on your own will be worth it. Save. Having a safety net while living on your own is crucial. This allows you to still pay your bills should something happen that prevents you from being able to work. It also gives you the means to pay for unexpected bills, if they occur. Having at least 6 months of your expenses in your savings account is ideal. This should help you cover expenses should you lose your job or become sick. Get a personal planner. One thing about living alone is that you won't have anyone to remind you of important events or appointments. Manage your time by writing down your daily schedule and to-dos in a personal planner. This will help you stay informed and make sure you are on time for events. Don't forget to write down the birthdays of your friends and family members in your calendar, too. Shop smart and healthy. With advancing technology, there are tons of applications to help you compile a grocery list and cut down on costs. Visit your app store and download a shopping list app. Or, you can just use your phone's memo app. Keep it handy, so when you run out of something, you can add it to the list. You might try to recreate dishes that you ate at your parent's house, or you might explore new simple recipes. Pinterest is a great app to save your recipes. Look for basic recipes for college students or single people. That way you won't have to waste money cooking large portions. Try to select healthy foods that fit your budget. Choices might include oatmeal or eggs for breakfast and meat, veggies, and brown rice for dinner. Obtain renter or homeowner insurance. Renter and homeowner insurance can cover damage to your home and stolen or damaged items should a burglary or fire occur. Along with giving you peace of mind, it can also prevent you from having to pay out of pocket for repairs on certain items. Many mortgage lenders and rental properties require homeowners and tenants to purchase this type of insurance. Check with your potential lender or landlord before making the commitment to live there. Ask for recommendations if having it is a requirement. Install an alarm system. You'll be able to sleep better and stay safe when you have an alarm system working for you. Along with alerting you of an intruder, alarm systems can also contact the fire department if your smoke alarm goes off. Do you have a sensitive smoke detector that goes off the instant you begin cooking? Place a shower cap over it to stop it from beeping unnecessarily. Just remember to remove it as soon as you are done. Create a cleaning schedule. Living alone means you are in charge of keeping your place clean. Having a cleaning schedule can help you keep things tidy. This could include washing dishes and laundry daily, mopping and vacuuming weekly, and cleaning surfaces every few days. Hire a cleaning service to help if you need it. Even having someone come once a month can help you to keep your home in order. Find a handyman. Place a handyman on speed dial if you aren't comfortable with taking care of home maintenance yourself. Allowing issues to go unresolved can cause major problems down the road. It can also result in you losing a security deposit or paying for the damages to your landlord. Ask friends and families for referrals for a handyman. You can also look online at sites for recommendations. Access resources to help you get around. If you live in a city that uses public transportation, you can often download specific apps that help you buy bus or subway passes. If you own a car and need to get from place to place, make use of the navigation on your phone, such as Google maps. Your landlord may be able to suggest the best forms of transportation for your specific area. You might also ask a neighbor how they get around. Look into multiple forms of transportation before deciding on the best one for you. You may also consider trying some forms that are out-of-the-box, such as riding a bike or carpooling with neighbors. Befriend your neighbors. Introduce yourself to your neighbors and stay friendly with them. You don't have to become best friends and invite them over every night, but it's good to know someone near you. Consider giving your neighbor a key to your home if you trust them. Doing so can help you in an emergency situation. You create your relationships and experiences—you're the narrator of your own story! Get an animal. Dogs, cats, and other pets can provide just the right amount of companionship when living alone. Having someone to watch TV and a one-sided conversation with can stop loneliness from creeping up on you. Living with an animal is also good for your mental and physical health. A pet can help you to maintain a schedule and possibly prevent or help with depression. Additionally, having to walk your pet can keep you active. Keep yourself busy. Stay occupied to stop yourself from being lonely. You'll have less time to sit around and dwell when you keep yourself busy. For example, exercise, read, join a club, or volunteer. Doing so may result in meeting new people and finding something that you enjoy. Check out meetup.com for people in your area who share your interests. Learn how to stand without blame or shame in the perspective of how you're the source of so much of what you experience in life. Remind yourself of the upside of living alone. You wanted to live independently for a reason. Try to remember that if you find yourself starting to get lonely. For example, you might focus on the advantages of not having to clean up after anyone except yourself. You may also like the fact that you can do what you want without others telling you what to do or judging you. Think about how you now have the time to learn skills or knowledge that can help you create something better in the future than what you've had in the past or present.	Find a job. Create a budget. Live below your means. Save. Get a personal planner. Shop smart and healthy. Obtain renter or homeowner insurance. Install an alarm system. Create a cleaning schedule. Find a handyman. Access resources to help you get around. Befriend your neighbors. Get an animal. Keep yourself busy. Remind yourself of the upside of living alone.
https://www.wikihow.com/Apply-for-a-Job	How to Apply for a Job	Before applying for a job, look up what the requirements are and make sure that you meet them. When you're ready to apply, create a resume that includes your contact info, work history, education, and relevant skills. Then, write a cover letter introducing yourself and explaining what you can bring to the organization. Ask at least 3 professional or personal friends to be your references, and have their contact information on hand in case your employer requests them.	Write a resume that highlights your education, skills, and experience. After you write your resume, get someone you trust to proofread it to make sure you don't have any errors and you didn't leave anything out. Include the following information on your resume: Your name, contact information, and email address at the top. Your educational background or training you've done. Your work history, including your responsibilities and achievements. Special knowledge and skills. Tailor your resume to each job description. You might be tempted to use the same resume for each job application, but you're more likely to get an interview if you adjust your resume for each individual job. Review the job description and incorporate the keywords into your resume. Focus mostly on the skills and education you have that are directly related to the job you're currently applying for. During the COVID-19 outbreak, highlight your remote work and technical skills because they're currently in demand for some jobs. Use active verbs to describe the work you've done at prior jobs or volunteer work. For instance, use verbs like "designed," "implemented," "innovated," or "analyzed." Ask 3 people to be references for you. Many employers ask you to provide professional references who can speak to your job performance. Choose people who've worked closely with you in the past, such as a former supervisor or coworker. Talk to the people you want to use as references to make sure they're okay with you providing their information to the employer. Then, confirm their contact information so you can include it on your application. Get each reference's full name, phone number, email address, current title, and current employer. Search for jobs that fit your strengths and skill set. Most organizations post available jobs online. Visit employment websites like LinkedIn, Indeed, and Monster to find job listings. Type in keywords for the type of job you want to see what's available. Additionally, check if companies in your industry have job openings listed on their website. You might also check the classifieds in your area. During the COVID-19 pandemic, you might focus your search on industries that are essential or that are part of the pandemic response. For instance, warehouses, package delivery services, grocery stores, and healthcare providers may be hiring. Similarly, you might be able to get a job as a contact tracer, phone customer service representative, or online educator. Research the company before you apply. Do an online search to find the company's website, social media pages, and any news articles that are out there. Read about their company mission, current projects, and available positions. Take notes so you'll be able to include this information in your resume and cover letter. If the interviewer or hiring manager is listed, look up their LinkedIn profile and social media pages to learn more about them. Use this information to help you relate to them so you might have an edge over your competition. For instance, you might find that you went to the same school or have the same degree, and you could highlight that in your cover letter. Pay attention to their current goals and company needs. For instance, during the COVID-19 pandemic, some employers have different needs than usual. Incorporate these things into your application materials. Write a cover letter if one is requested. A cover letter is your chance to tell the employer exactly why you want the job and why they should hire you over the other candidates. Use an enthusiastic tone in your cover letter to convey your excitement for the job. Additionally, tailor your cover letter to the person who is interviewing candidates if possible so they know you pay attention to details. You might include the following in your letter: Why you're interested in the position. How you'll be an asset to the company or organization. Why you're the best person for the job. What you hope to learn from the job. Update your LinkedIn profile if you have one. You don't need a LinkedIn profile to get a job, but it may help employers get more information about you. Make sure all of the information on your profile is current and accurate. Use your profile to include information about you that doesn't fit on your resume due to limited space. For instance, you might include more information about projects you've worked on or volunteer positions you've held that just don't fit in the space you have on your resume. Add keywords related to remote working and technology skills if you're applying for a job during the COVID-19 pandemic. Virtual networking is becoming a popular way to make job contacts during the COVID-19 outbreak. Polish your profile and try to make connections with people in your industry. Make sure your online presence is squeaky clean. Employers and recruiters often scour the internet looking for you, and any negativity they see may make them eliminate you as a candidate for the job. Review the public content on all of your social media profiles. Change your privacy settings to hide anything you don't want seen. If necessary, delete posts that are outdated and don't represent who you are now. For instance, you might hide or delete photos of you during nights out on the town. Similarly, you might delete old posts where you complained about a job or joked around at work. Consider asking a few friends to review your profiles and tell you if they spot anything that might turn off a potential employer. Read the job description thoroughly to make sure you’re qualified. Review the job description at least twice to make sure you understand what the employer is looking for. Highlight specific skills and educational qualifications you have. Additionally, look for the keywords the employer might be expecting to see on a resume. For instance, keywords might include things like “remote work,” “self-starter,” “innovative,” or “team player.” Skills you might notice could include “proficiency in Zoom” or “ability to work with others.” Check the application requirements with the employer if you’re using a jobs site. While employment websites are an excellent resource for helping you find a job, sometimes the job posting on a jobs site may differ from the employer's posting. When this happens, you may accidentally submit the wrong materials or leave out important information that can sabotage your chances of getting the job. Before you submit your application, review the original job posting on the employer's website to make sure you follow the instructions exactly. For instance, the employer's website may say to send your cover letter and resume directly to the person who's interviewing the candidates. Similarly, they may ask you to address specific things on your resume, like your previous salary. Fill out every field on the application. You may get frustrated if the application asks you to re-enter information you've already provided, like the contents of your resume. However, entering this information on the application itself makes it easier for the employment software to scan your information to see if you're a good fit for the job. Additionally, it's generally easier for the interviewer to read. Make sure you give full and accurate answers for each question to give yourself the best chance at getting the job. Consider typing your answers in a word processing document so you can easily proofread it. Then, copy and paste it into the application. If you want the employer to know something about you, such as past job responsibilities that relate to the position you want, include it in the relevant application fields. Don't assume they'll see it on your resume. Don't use the auto-fill feature on the application because you might accidentally enter the wrong information in the box. Import your resume and cover letter, if requested. Many employers ask for a resume and cover letter, even if you're submitting an application, as well. Look for a button on the website where you're applying that say's “import” or “upload.” Click on this button and select the document files you want to send the employer. Check that your documents uploaded properly before you submit your application. Make sure you pick the right document for this job. It might help to clearly label your resume and cover letter so you know which one is for which job. Review your application to make sure it’s free of errors. Mistakes on your application may make the employer think you don't pay attention to details, so it might hurt your chances of getting the job. Read over all of your responses to verify that you didn't make any errors. Correct any mistakes you made and add additional details if you think some of your answers are too vague. Double check for typos, misspellings, and grammatical errors. Some employers might ignore your application if they spot these types of mistakes because they likely have a lot of applicants to sort through. Submit your application through the website if you’re using one. When you're ready to send in your application, look for a button that says “submit.” It will likely be on the bottom of the screen. Click this button to send your application and uploaded materials to the employer. After you hit “submit,” you likely won't be able to correct your application, resume, or cover letter. Make sure everything is perfect before you send in your application. Email your materials to the employer if you’re applying directly. Some employers may prefer that you send your resume and cover letter directly to the hiring manager or human resources department. Enter the email address into the email form and check that it's right. Create a subject line that fits the instructions in the job posting. Then, attach your resume and cover letter. Type out a short message to the recipient telling them that you're interested in the job and have attached your materials. Your subject line might be, “Applicant for IT Position,” “Resume and Cover Letter for Gallery Attendant,” or “In Response to Job Posting.” Your short message might say, “I'm excited to apply for the position of Gallery Attendant with your museum. As a museum member, I've spent many hours in the galleries, so I'll be a great fit for the position. Please find attached my resume and cover letter, which will show you how I'll be an asset for your organization.” Dress like you’re going to a job interview. Your first impression with a potential employer is very important, so wear professional attire, no matter what type of job you want. This shows the employer that you're taking your job hunt seriously. You might wear a button-up shirt, slacks or a skirt, and dress shoes. To really enhance the professionalism of your outfit, put on a blazer or cardigan over your ensemble. If you're applying for a job in retail or restaurant work, you might get a quick first interview on the spot. Ask to talk to the hiring manager. Smile and greet the employee who first makes contact with you. Then, say that you're looking for a job and would like to talk to the hiring manager. Wait patiently for the person to come meet with you. Say something like, “Hi, I'm here to ask about a job. Is your hiring manager available for a quick conversation?” If they're unavailable, ask when is a good time to return. You might say, “When would be a good time for me to come back?” If you see that the business is super busy, it's best to come back at a later time. You won't make a good first impression if you put your needs in front of the employees and customers. Tell the hiring manager you’re interested in applying for open positions. Take this moment to quickly explain why you want to work there. Express your interest in the company, then ask if there are open positions you can apply for. If so, ask if you can fill out an application. You could say, “Hi, I'm Taylor Evans. I'm a regular customer here and am very knowledgeable about your products, so I think I'd be an asset to your business. I was wondering if you have any unfilled positions.” Keep in mind that some organizations don't have applications. In that case, they may just take your resume. Hand the company representative a copy of your resume. It's always a good idea to bring your resume with you because it shows you're dedicated to getting the job. Give your resume to the hiring manager to look at when they have time. If they review it immediately, answer any questions they might have for you. Only bring in 1 or 2 copies of your resume. Otherwise, the hiring manager may think you're applying everywhere. Even if that's the case, you want them to think that you're specifically interested in their workplace. Don't expect the hiring manager to read it right away, as they may be really busy. Keep a positive attitude even if they tuck it away. Fill out a job application if the company has one. The hiring manager may give you a paper application, though they might direct you to fill out an application online. Provide accurate answers to all of the boxes, then double check that you haven't made any mistakes. If it's a paper application, smile as you hand it back to them to show you're excited about the job. You might hand it to them and say, “Thank you so much for this opportunity!” Thank the employees for their time before you leave. Tell each person that you talked to that you're grateful for the time they spent talking to you. Be sure to smile as you do this so your thanks seems genuine. Say something like, “Thank you so much for taking the time to talk to me,” or “Thank you for all of your help.” Contact the employer a week after submitting your application. Checking on the status of your application shows your interest in the position and ensures that your application materials have made it to the appropriate person. Call the employer, send the employer an email, or message the interviewer on LinkedIn to follow-up. Ask if they're received your application and inquire about the hiring process. Keep track of when you applied for each job to make sure you remember to follow-up. During the COVID-19 pandemic, some hiring managers and human resources departments are overwhelmed and may be working from home. Be mindful of this when you contact them. You might wait a few extra days before contacting them. Additionally, keep your message short and friendly. Use a friendly, positive tone when talking to the employer. You're likely really anxious for an answer, but you might make a bad impression if you sound nervous or demanding. Be kind to every employee you talk to at the organization. Ask basic questions and accept whatever answer you receive. For instance, don't make demanding comments like, “I haven't been contacted yet,” or “How long will it take for you to go through the applications?” Instead, say something like, “Have any decisions been made,” or “Can you give me a little information about the hiring time frame?” Tell them you understand COVID-19 may affect their needs and timeline. Many employers are adjusting their workforce due to changes in the economy. Additionally, employees may be working remotely and might be handling extra responsibilities. Explain that you understand what they're dealing with right now and are flexible to fit their needs. Doing so shows them you're a team player and are willing to adjust as needed if you're hired. You might say, “I recognize that the pandemic may affect your hiring needs, but are you still hiring for this position?” or “I know the hiring timeline might shift because of the pandemic, but do you have an overview of what I can expect?”	Write a resume that highlights your education, skills, and experience. Tailor your resume to each job description. Ask 3 people to be references for you. Search for jobs that fit your strengths and skill set. Research the company before you apply. Write a cover letter if one is requested. Update your LinkedIn profile if you have one. Make sure your online presence is squeaky clean. Read the job description thoroughly to make sure you’re qualified. Check the application requirements with the employer if you’re using a jobs site. Fill out every field on the application. Import your resume and cover letter, if requested. Review your application to make sure it’s free of errors. Submit your application through the website if you’re using one. Email your materials to the employer if you’re applying directly. Dress like you’re going to a job interview. Ask to talk to the hiring manager. Tell the hiring manager you’re interested in applying for open positions. Hand the company representative a copy of your resume. Fill out a job application if the company has one. Thank the employees for their time before you leave. Contact the employer a week after submitting your application. Use a friendly, positive tone when talking to the employer. Tell them you understand COVID-19 may affect their needs and timeline.
https://www.wikihow.com/Look-Cute-in-Front-of-Your-Ex,-Crush,-or-Boyfriend-(Teen-Girls-Only)	How to Look Cute in Front of Your Ex, Crush, or Boyfriend (Teen Girls Only)	To look cute in front of your ex, crush, or boyfriend, dress in flattering, feminine clothes that fit your body well. If you want to take your outfit up a notch, try wearing a pair of dangly earrings to draw attention to your face and neck, and trade in your flats for a pair of heels that accentuate your legs. In addition to your wardrobe, try applying a shiny lip gloss to draw attention to your pout and some subtle eye makeup to help your eyes look big and bright. While your looks are important, so is your attitude, so try to look confident by standing up straight, smiling, and making eye contact!	Choose an outfit that fits your body well. When you're picking an outfit to wear in front of your ex, crush, or boyfriend, you want to choose clothing that fits your body and makes you feel confident. A great option for most body types is selecting a piece of clothing that highlights your waist, such as high-waisted pants or a dress that hugs your body. For example, if you have super long legs you might choose a maxi dress or miniskirt, while an hourglass figure looks great in a bodycon dress or clothing that clings. Look for options like dresses or skirts that have a fitted waist and a skirt that flows out. V-neck or scoop-neck tops are great for creating curves along your neckline. Wear something new to give yourself added confidence. A new outfit is a great confidence booster and will make you feel like you look your best. Visit your favorite store and pick out a new shirt, pair of pants, or dress to wow your ex, crush, or boyfriend the next time you know you're going to see them. Pick out a new blouse to impress your ex, crush, or boyfriend, or a new pair of cute jeans. You don't have to come up with a completely new full outfit. Even just a new t-shirt, sweater, hat, or pair of shoes can boost your confidence. Add embellishments to your outfit if you wear a uniform to school. Adding things like a belt, hat, or scarf to your outfit will make you look more put-together and fashionable when you're not able to change your wardrobe. Choose embellishments that work with your uniform and the season. You can also layer your clothing to make it look cuter too. Wear cute socks with your uniform, or pick out a headband that matches your outfit. Choose a colorful belt to wear with your uniform pants. Even adding accessories like bracelets or necklaces will add to your outfit nicely. Put on dangly earrings to show off your neck and shoulders. Drawing attention to your neckline and shoulders will make you appear cute and more attractive. Put on a pair of dangly earrings, choosing ones that match your outfit and personality. For example, wear a pair of gold dangly earrings with a red, navy blue, and gold summer dress. To show off an artsy personality, choose earrings that are made of feathers, buttons, beads, or other unique materials. Choose shoes with a heel on them to enhance your look. Wearing heels will make your outfit look cuter and more feminine. Pick out a pair of heels or wedges that match the colors in your outfit, making sure that you can walk safely in them without falling. For example, wear a pair of low black heels with a skirt and t-shirt, or pick out a pair of comfortable wedges to wear with a dress and sweater. Wear the heels to things like after-school events, dinner with friends, or a dance. Opt for a natural look by applying minimal makeup. If you have any imperfections you'd like to cover up, use a lightweight foundation or concealer that matches your skin tone. Apply your makeup using a makeup brush or sponge, making sure it's spread in an even layer across your skin. You can also apply a little bronzer or blush, making sure not to add too much to keep your look natural. Wear eyeliner or mascara to make your eyes pop. Mascara and eyeliner make your eyes appear bigger, attracting the attention of your ex, crush, or boyfriend. Apply eyeliner around the edges of your eyes using slow, precise movements. Swipe mascara on your top lashes, starting at the base of your eyelid and teasing the eyelashes upwards. Decide how thick or thin you want your eyeliner to be, with the thinner the line the more natural the look. Apply mascara on your bottom lashes as well if you really want your eyes to stand out. Apply a shiny lip gloss to draw attention to your lips. This could be a clear shade of lip gloss, or a tinted one in a shade like light pink or red. Apply a layer of the lip gloss over your lips beforehand, making sure the gloss is spread evenly. Purchase lip gloss in your favorite shade from a drugstore or big box store. If you have fair skin, a light pink or nude lip gloss would look great, and if you have darker skin then darker shades like red would look good on your lips. Style your hair so it has added volume. When you give your hair more volume, it's often seen as more attractive and cute. Try curling your hair using a curling iron, blow drying your hair, or using a volumizing product. Big, loose curls are great for adding volume to your hairstyle. If you just want to change up your hairstyle by getting an entirely new look, schedule a hair appointment to get it cut. Have a unique perfume scent to make yourself memorable. Pick out a perfume that smells nice but isn't overpowering. Spray the perfume at the top of your head or the back of your neck for a subtle scent that will get the attention of your ex, crush, or boyfriend whenever they're near you. If you're not a fan of perfume, just using a shampoo with a nice scent will also work well. Test out perfumes to find one you like at your local drugstore, big box store, or beauty store. Look confident by paying attention to your posture. Stand up tall with your chest pushed out slightly and your shoulders relaxed. Try to avoid things like crossing your arms or slouching when you're walking or standing. Making sure you have great posture will make you appear approachable and confident. Try to avoid leaning against the wall when you're standing around talking to friends. Keep your back straight and your shoulders relaxed when you're sitting as well. Give them a smile to look friendly and inviting. Smiling is one of the easiest ways to look cuter and more approachable. Whenever you're around your ex, crush, or boyfriend, smile after making eye contact, trying to keep your smile as genuine and natural as possible. Having white teeth will enhance your smile as well⁠—use a teeth whitening kit or a DIY at-home remedy like baking soda to make your teeth a little whiter if desired. Make eye contact with them to establish a connection. Try to catch their attention by locking eyes for just a few seconds. While you don't want to stare at them, making eye contact will make sure your crush is paying attention to you and makes you look more confident in yourself. If your ex, crush, or boyfriend catches you looking at them, hold their gaze for a second or two and then smile before looking away. Try not to look at them for more than 3 seconds at a time, or they might just think you're staring. Put your phone down to avoid looking uninterested. While having your phone out to look at might make you feel less awkward, it's best to keep the phone in your pocket or purse while you're in front of your ex, crush, or boyfriend. This shows that you're engaged in what's going on around you instead of being distracted. It's okay to look at your phone for a second or two, but try to keep it out of sight while it's not being used. Be your authentic self! You're more confident when you're not trying to act differently for another person. Just be yourself and show your authentic personality, whether that's through wearing your favorite outfit, being goofy, or talking about your favorite hobbies or interests. Don't feel the need to dress up in certain clothes or act a certain way just because you think your ex, crush, or boyfriend would like you better for doing so.	Choose an outfit that fits your body well. Wear something new to give yourself added confidence. Add embellishments to your outfit if you wear a uniform to school. Put on dangly earrings to show off your neck and shoulders. Choose shoes with a heel on them to enhance your look. Opt for a natural look by applying minimal makeup. Wear eyeliner or mascara to make your eyes pop. Apply a shiny lip gloss to draw attention to your lips. Style your hair so it has added volume. Have a unique perfume scent to make yourself memorable. Look confident by paying attention to your posture. Give them a smile to look friendly and inviting. Make eye contact with them to establish a connection. Put your phone down to avoid looking uninterested. Be your authentic self!
https://www.wikihow.com/Store-Baking-Soda	How to Store Baking Soda	The best way to store baking soda after you've opened the box is to pour it into a resealable plastic bag. Push all of the air out, seal it, and place the bag in a cupboard away from sources of heat or cold, like the stove or refrigerator, and strong spices or odors. Store your baking soda here for 2-3 years. When you're ready to use it, smell it to make sure it hasn't absorbed odors. Remove some with a spoon to make sure it hasn't absorbed any moisture and lost its freshness.	Keep separate boxes of baking soda for deodorizing, household cleaning and baking. Open boxes of baking soda are often kept inside the refrigerator and replaced every few months to draw odors from the environment. This soda will lose its efficacy quickly and should not be saved for baking. Buy baking soda in a box. You can store it in this box until it is used up or expires. Place the box in a resealable plastic bag after you open the cardboard baking soda box. Push all of the air out of the plastic bag. Seal the bag tightly. Keep the bagged baking soda box in a dry place. Cupboards are often the preferred place. Choose a storage place that will stay cool. You want the temperature to remain constant in order to keep it fresh, so choose a cupboard away from the stove range, microwave, refrigerator or coffee pot. Keep baking soda away from strong spices and odors. They can absorb some odors through the plastic bag. Remove the baking soda from its storage place before using. Smell it to see if it has absorbed odors. Remove some soda with a spoon to see if it has absorbed moisture and lost efficacy. Store baking soda in this way for 2 to 3 years. Always test by smelling and feeling the texture of the bicarbonate of soda before using to see if it is still fresh. Use dry measuring spoons whenever you remove baking soda for a recipe. Using wet or contaminated utensils will activate the baking soda and reduce its shelf life.	Keep separate boxes of baking soda for deodorizing, household cleaning and baking. Buy baking soda in a box. Place the box in a resealable plastic bag after you open the cardboard baking soda box. Push all of the air out of the plastic bag. Keep the bagged baking soda box in a dry place. Choose a storage place that will stay cool. Keep baking soda away from strong spices and odors. Remove the baking soda from its storage place before using. Store baking soda in this way for 2 to 3 years. Use dry measuring spoons whenever you remove baking soda for a recipe.
https://www.wikihow.com/Cut-Your-Own-Hair-(Men)	How to Cut Your Own Hair (Men)	To cut your own hair, you'll need clippers with different guard lengths, a comb, and some hair cutting scissors. To get started, part your hair on one side of your head where you usually part it, which should be in line with where the side of your hair meets your front hairline. Clip the top of your hair up so it's out of the way. If you don't have clips, you can wet the top of your hair so it stays parted. Continue the side part around to the back of your head. Hold a comb against the back of your head vertically. The point where the top of the comb extends off of your head is where you should bring the back part down to. Now repeat the same thing on the other side of your head. Continue this side part to the back of your head as well. When you're finished, you should have a U-shaped part going around the sides and back of your head that dips down a little in the back. Next, attach a 3-guard to your clippers. Starting on one side of your head, run the clippers from the bottom of your hair to the top where the part is. When you get close to the part, curve the clippers out and away from your head so the hair at the top of your sides is a little longer than it is as the bottom. Now move the clippers over to the next section of hair and repeat. Keep doing this until you've worked your way from one side of your head around the back and to the other side. Then, replace the 3-guard with a 2-guard. Clip the sides and back of your hair just like you did before, but this time only go up about 1 inch below the part. This will give the sides and back of your hair a faded look. Swap out the 2-guard with a 1-guard and do the same thing again, but this time only go up about 1 inch below where you went up to with the 2-guard. If you want to clean up your hairline, take the guard off, hold the clippers so the blade is upside down, and carefully trim off any excess hair outside of the hairline around your ears and neck. Now unclip the top of your hair and let it down. Wet your hair so it's damp and part it down the middle with your comb. Then, starting on one side, use your comb to separate a thick section at the front of your hair. Pull the section out to the side and pinch it between your fingers a little below where you want to cut it. Your fingers should be vertical. Cut the ends off of your hair just above your fingers. Next, separate another thick section of hair directly behind the first section you cut. Drag the first section back to the new section and pull both sections out to the side. Use the first section as a guide and cut the ends of the new section so they're even with the first section. Now create a new section behind the first two and repeat. Once you're finished with one side, do the same thing on the other side. Finally, comb the top of your hair back and lift up one section at a time, starting at the front of your hairline. Pinch the hair between your fingers and check to see if it's all the same length. If any of the hair is longer, cut it straight across horizontally to even it out. Work your way to the back of your hair. Once you've evened out the top, you're finished!	Wash your hair before you cut it. Your hair will be easier to work with if it's clean and snarl-free. Get your hair wet under running water and use shampoo and conditioner, rinsing both out after you've worked them through your hair. Detangle your hair with a comb. Run the comb through your hair and work out any knots with the comb or with your fingers. Ridding your hair of tangles beforehand will result in a cleaner, more even cut. If your hair dries out while you comb it, spritz it with water until it's damp again. Use a detangling product or a natural remedy to tackle particularly stubborn snarls. Towel dry your hair. The best time to cut your hair is when it's damp, but not soaking wet. If your hair's still dripping, dry it off with a towel. Comb your hair again to get rid of any tangles made from drying it. If you cut your hair while it's still wet, it may not lay the same way it does while it's dry. Find a comfortable place to cut your hair. Cutting your hair can take up to several hours, especially if you've never done it before. Choose a spot where you can sit down and work without worrying about making a mess. The best place to cut hair is the bathroom, where you'll have access to running water and a mirror. Position yourself near a mirror. You'll want to be able to see what you're doing as much as possible. A large-sized mirror on your bathroom wall or medicine cabinet will help you see what you're cutting in front or on the sides. If possible, set up a second mirror so you can see the back of your head, either hanging from the wall opposite or as a hand mirror held by someone else. Section your hair into parts. Run the comb back through your hair right about where your head curves, then comb the hair between the part and the ear down. Do this on both sides to section off both sides of your head. If your hair is long enough, you can use clips to hold the top section away from your sides. Use clippers on a small guard setting to cut the back and sides. Clippers are the best for the back and sides for beginners or those who want a basic haircut. Set your clippers' guard, which controls how much hair you can cut, to 1 or 2 to make conservative cuts while you work. Cut one side of the head at a time. Use a low clipper guard around sides and, with the blade's edge, trim from the bottom of the sides to the top. Tilt the clipper blade at an angle as you work to create an even fade with the rest of your hair. Then, repeat this process on the other side of your head before moving to the back, making sure to transition between lengths at the same point on both sides. Going against your hair's grain will result in a cleaner cut. Some clippers come with ear tapers, which help you cut above and around your ears. Use these, if available, to make cleaner cuts around the ears. Move to the back of your head. After cutting your sides, trim the back of your head from the bottom to the top as you did with the sides. To make sure you're cutting evenly, have a friend hold up a mirror or position a mirror behind you so you can check your progress as you cut. Use the same guard length on the back and sides of your hair when performing basic, at-home haircuts. Go over the lower half with a shorter setting. To even out fades between cuts, go over the lower half of your hair with your clippers set to a shorter setting. Lift your hair as you approach your temples and earlobes. Work slowly while using clippers to ensure as even of a fade as possible. Use styling scissors on the top of your head. Using styling scissors instead of clippers will help you make more precise cuts and give your hair more texture. You can buy styling scissors online or at most hair care stores. Do not use household scissors to cut your hair, as they aren't sharp enough to properly cut hair so you're more likely to make mistakes. Trim the top in sections. Use your fingers or a comb to raise the hair from the top of your head. Work slowly and carefully in 1/4 in (about 6 mm) sections. These should be parallel to the front of your hairline. As you trim, pull a little of the previously cut section into the new section as a traveling guideline. Cuts to the hair on top of your head are more noticeable than cuts to the hair on the sides of your head. Always start with conservative cuts. Remember, you can always cut more, but you can't add back lost length. When you've finished with this area, you can check your guideline by holding up a section of hair that is perpendicular to your hairline. Your hair should be the same length across the entirety of this section. Be gentle on your head while cutting the crown, which is usually more tender than the rest of the head. Trim your bangs, if applicable, with styling scissors. If you have bangs, section it into small parts. Brush your comb through each section the amount you want to cut pokes through the end and trim it off with your scissors. Even out the sides. Use a mirror to check your sides and make sure they are even. Comb your hair straight out and grab a horizontal section from about the same point on each side of your head. Check to see if these sections are the same length. If they are not, trim away any extra length and bumps, taking off small amounts at a time. Remember, it's always easier to cut a little and touch up more later. Cut your sideburns to your desired length. You can trim your sideburns with either a safety razor or with your clippers. If you want long sideburns, trim from the bottom of your ears. If shorter, you can use the depression below your cheekbone to determine where the bottoms of your sideburns should be. Place your fingers underneath each sideburn to check that they're even after trimming. Blend your top with your sides. Comb the top of your hair down toward your sides. Holding your sheers vertically, cut into the corners to remove bulk. Taper your neckline. Use your clippers or a beard trimmer to cut the hair growing on the nape of your neck. Start with a grazing cut at the top of the neckline, then cut progressively closer as you work toward the nape of the neck. Use a handheld mirror to examine your neckline after tapering it to make sure it looks neat and even. Style your hair immediately after cutting it. After cutting your hair, rinse it in the shower to remove any strays. Towel dry, then, part it with a comb and style it as you usually would. Decide whether you're happy with your new style and, if not, either cut it again or visit a hairstylist to make extensive changes. If you notice any mistakes or uneven areas while styling, trim these areas again as needed.	Wash your hair before you cut it. Detangle your hair with a comb. Towel dry your hair. Find a comfortable place to cut your hair. Position yourself near a mirror. Section your hair into parts. Use clippers on a small guard setting to cut the back and sides. Cut one side of the head at a time. Move to the back of your head. Go over the lower half with a shorter setting. Use styling scissors on the top of your head. Trim the top in sections. Trim your bangs, if applicable, with styling scissors. Even out the sides. Cut your sideburns to your desired length. Blend your top with your sides. Taper your neckline. Style your hair immediately after cutting it.
https://www.wikihow.com/Keep-Ants-Out-of-Pet-Food	How to Keep Ants Out of Pet Food	To keep ants out of your pet's food, start by storing it in sealed containers, like Tupperware or resealable plastic storage bags. When it's time to feed your pet, set their dish inside a larger container filled with water to make a moat that ants can't cross. Additionally, clean the area around their dish with soap and water to prevent the ants from following their own trails back to your pet's food. You can also try dabbing peppermint oil on a cotton ball and wiping it on the surface around the dish, which will inhibit the ants' ability to smell the food.	Store extra food in sealed containers. Coffee cans, Tupperware, and resealable zipper storage bags are some examples of containers that will help keep ants out. You may find that an additional container inside of another will be an even more effective barrier. Food stored in a resealable zipper storage bag and placed inside an airtight container provides a strong barrier against ants. Create a moat barrier. Set clean food dishes in a pan of water, not too deep (such as a cake pan). The pan of water will act as a moat and keep the ants out. Another solution is to use two stainless pet food dishes, one slightly larger than the other—use industrial strength glue to attach a small piece of brick or very flat stone to the underside of the smaller dish, wait for the glue to dry, and put water in the larger dish. Place the smaller dish with attached brick or stone into the larger dish of water. The water serves as a moat, keeping ants out of the food, and the brick or stone helps keep the food dish from tipping over while raising it well above the water level. Set the dish with moat in a different area for two days or more. The ants will eventually stop returning to the normal feeding place. Purchase ant-proof pet food dishes. Several pet food dishes are available for purchase that are purported to protect against ant infiltration. Some of these dishes are meant for indoors, and some have even been developed for outdoor use. Choose the dish that will work best for your pet, whether an indoor or outdoor pet, a dog, cat, or other pet. Some standalone moats are also available into which you can place your existing food dish, thereby protecting the food from ants. Keep the area around food dishes clean. Keep pet food dishes on a removable surface—such as a placemat—and remove to clean after meals. Ants follow a pheromone trail given off as they walk to direct them back to food sources. Cleaning the surface on which the food dish sits—and the dish itself—with soap and water disrupts the pheromone trail, thus discouraging ants from returning. Use peppermint oil. Mix a ratio of one tablespoon of 100% peppermint oil to one cup of water and mix in a spray bottle. Spray near the HVAC return vents in your home to deter pests. Their sense of smell will be disrupted, which is what deters them after the use of peppermint oil. Another effective way of using peppermint oil to deter ants from pet food is to use drops of the oil on a cotton ball to wipe onto baseboards and other surfaces near where ants may enter the home. You might also wipe the oil onto the surface around the area where pet food is stored or around the food dish. Freeze infested food. If ants are already in a food dish, cover the dish tightly and place in the freezer. Leave the food in the freezer until the it is frozen and the ants are dead. This will allow you to remove the ants from the food while salvaging it for feeding to your pet. Take the dry food out of the freezer. By now the ants should be dead. Pour the dry food into a strainer, over a sink, and shake back and forth vigorously until no more dead ants come out. This will keep from wasting the pet food, as you can now re-serve it. Re-store pet food. After pet food is free of ants, pour the food into an airtight container to protect against further infestation. Using techniques listed in method one, try to prevent infestation from recurring. You may have to repeat some steps to completely remove ants, so keep trying if you don't succeed the first time. Use petroleum jelly. To protect a feeder that sticks to the window, cut a large circle or heart shape out of newspaper. Tape that inside your window for a pattern. Then, use your finger to draw a Vaseline barrier on the outside of the window. Place the feeder in the center. This method is best used in a cool, shady area. In warm weather the Vaseline will start to run/ drip. Make a petroleum jelly barrier for a hanging feeder. For a hanging feeder, cut a hole in the center of a lid to a tub of margarine or other small, lightweight object and string the hanging cord of the feeder through the hole. Make a knot in the cord, if necessary, to hold the lid in place. Smear petroleum jelly on the lid or other object. The ants may get to the lid, but they will not make it to the feeder, and other ants will not make the attempt. Use flypaper. Wrap a band of ribbon flypaper on the feeder pole, or place on window or custom mounts. Flypaper has glue on both sides, so ants will not cross the paper. Keep the fly paper away from the feeder so that birds do not make contact. If flypaper comes off in high heat, hold it up with small pieces of duct tape that have no smooth surface exposed for ants to crawl on.	Store extra food in sealed containers. Create a moat barrier. Purchase ant-proof pet food dishes. Keep the area around food dishes clean. Use peppermint oil. Freeze infested food. Take the dry food out of the freezer. Re-store pet food. Use petroleum jelly. Make a petroleum jelly barrier for a hanging feeder. Use flypaper.
https://www.wikihow.com/Identify-an-Irish-Setter	How to Identify an Irish Setter	To identify an Irish Setter, look for a glossy, mahogany-colored coat and a long, lean head with a straight, streamlined muzzle. This breed typically has large, floppy ears, a lean body, and a back that is highest in the forward quarters and slopes gently down toward the tail. Because of their breeding and hunting instincts, Irish Setters usually get very excited or energetic around birds. These dogs also tend to have lots of energy and are often described as lively, playful, and socially outgoing.	Examine their coat. The rich mahogany color present on both standard Irish Setters and Irish Red and White Setters is one clear indicator of the breed, but there are other defining features, as well. Irish Setters typically have a smooth, glossy coat that may feather around the ears and extremities. The coat may stay shorter on the head and forelegs, and fringe more on the hindquarters. Their coat is typically short and soft on the ears. Irish Setters often shed. Look at the head. Irish Setters are descended from pointers as well as hunting hounds, and so have a long, lean head with a straight, streamlined muzzle. Generally, the head is going to be about twice as long as it is wide, with a pronounced, chiseled muzzle. Irish Setters are also known for their large, floppy ears. Their ears are set back on their head, typically lower than the level of their eyes. Additionally, Irish Setters are known for having a soft, affectionate look to their eyes. Their eyes are typically a medium brown, and neither deep-set nor do they bulge out from the head. Pay attention to the shape of the body. Irish Setters typically have long, lean bodies, with a back that is highest in the forward quarters and slopes gently back toward the tail. Their chests are slender, rather than rounded, and their hind legs are long and muscular, especially from the hip area to hock. Front legs are strong but often straight, and their shoulders are slender rather than broad. Their tails typically follow the line of their back rather than sitting higher or lower on the dog. Examine the difference between setters. There are three common setter breeds: Irish, English, and Gordon. They have similar body shapes and facial characteristics, but their coats are generally a different color. Irish Setters generally have a rich mahogany coat, though some Irish Setters have a red and white coat. Those with red and white coats are sometimes called Irish Red and White Setters. An English Setter will have black and white spotted fur, while a Gordon Setter will have black or black and brown fur. Pay attention to their overall build. Irish Setters are larger dogs, generally weighing around 65 to 75 lbs (29.5 to 34 kg) for a male, and 55 to 65 lbs (24.9 to 29.5 kg) for a female. Generally, Irish Setters stand a little over two feet (60.96 cm) tall, with the males typically slightly taller than the females. Individual dogs may vary depending upon their living environment and genetic makeup. Some dogs may be taller, shorter, larger, or smaller, but are still Irish Setters. Look into the dog's lineage. Unlike some other sporting dogs and even other setters, the Irish Setter has two distinct groups within the breed. Irish Setters that have been used for show tend to be larger with a thicker coat than gun dog, which are smaller and more streamlined. If possible, ask previous owners about the dog's parents to see if the dog is from showing or hunting families. A dog DNA test can also help confirm whether your dog is purebred or not. Most tests simply require a small saliva sample to provide detailed breed information. Expect high energy. Irish Setters were bred as hunting dogs, and thus thrive on open spaces and lots of exercise. Expect an Irish Setter to have lots of energy that needs to be taken care of with easy access to the outdoors or frequent walks and play sessions. An Irish Setter's extra energy tends to lend itself to being playful. These dogs are often described as clownish, lively, and rollicking. Due to their breeding, Irish Setters often have an inclination to hunt birds. Understand that some Irish Setters might become very excited or energetic when near birds due to their hunting instincts. Get social with them. Irish Setters tend to be very socially outgoing dogs. They may seek physical affection, but more often they will want to play when the opportunity presents itself. Irish Setters typically get along well with other dogs, too. Some caution should be exercised when introducing Irish Setters to small dogs, as their hunting instincts may kick in. Irish Setters are not typically aggressive with small children, but may not know their own strength when they try to initiate play with children smaller than them. Look for intelligence with regular training. Irish Setters are a smart breed, and train very well with the right people. Their playful nature means that they require consistency and regular practice, but the breed tends to pick up on lessons quickly and does not let them go. Irish Setters are known for being particularly easy to housetrain, so training exercises may be best served by starting there before moving onto complicated commands. Check their age. Irish Setters tend to live fairly long lives for their size. Their lifespan generally averages around 11 to 15 years. If you're working with an older dog, see if you can determine the age by asking the owners or previous caretakers. While some Irish Setters can live for much longer, dogs of the Irish Setter's size typically pass away before they reach their late teens or early twenties.	Examine their coat. Look at the head. Pay attention to the shape of the body. Examine the difference between setters. Pay attention to their overall build. Look into the dog's lineage. Expect high energy. Get social with them. Look for intelligence with regular training. Check their age.
https://www.wikihow.com/Grill-Catfish	How to Grill Catfish	To grill catfish fillets, brush the fresh fillets with melted butter or olive oil and season both sides with salt and pepper. Next, heat your grill or grill pan to medium high and arrange the fillets in an even layer on the grill so that they don't overlap. Then, cook the fillets for 3-4 minutes, flip them over, and grill the other side for 3-4 minutes. They're ready to remove from the heat once the flesh gets white and flaky.	Choose fresh catfish fillets. Look for four to six-ounce fillets that are light in color and firm to the touch. Avoid fillets with dark spots or discolorations. Fresh fillets should not have an overly fishy smell. You can also buy a whole catfish, in which case you'll want to either ask the fishmonger to fillet it for you or fillet it yourself at home before grilling. If you want to grill frozen fillets, thaw them completely by storing them in the refrigerator overnight before the day you plan to cook them. Brush the fillets with melted butter. Melt a tablespoon or so of butter and use a pastry brush to coat the fillets on all sides. The melted butter will help the seasonings stick to the fish while it cooks. If you'd prefer a lighter flavor, it's fine to use olive oil or another oil to coat the fish. Skipping this step is also fine if you prefer the taste of plain grilled fillets with no extra fat. Season the fillets on both sides. At minimum, sprinkle the fillets with salt and pepper on all sides. For extra flavor, you may want to add additional spices like cayenne, paprika or garlic powder. Catfish fillets have a light flavor that pairs well with most seasonings, so feel free to get creative. Look for a seafood spice mix at your grocery store if you don't want to create your own mixture. Or check out the third method for ideas for seasoning mixes that pair perfectly with catfish. Heat your grill or grill pan. Heat your outdoor grill to medium high (about 375°F to 425°F). Use a paper towel soaked in cooking oil to coat the metal grill rack with oil, so the delicate flesh of the fish won't stick. Let the grill heat completely before you start cooking the fish. If you don't have a grill or grill pan, you can easily grill fish in a skillet on your stove. Heat a cast iron skillet or a frying pan to medium high, and coat the bottom of the pan lightly with oil. Place the fillets on the grill. Arrange the fillets in an even layer so that they don't overlap. Cook the fillets for three to four minutes. Leave them undisturbed while they cook, but monitor the flesh to see how things are progressing. The fillets are ready to flip when the fish no longer looks translucent. Flip the fillets and cook them for another three to four minutes. The fillets are ready when the flesh is white and flaky. Use a wide spatula to transfer the fish to a serving plate. Choose fresh, whole catfish. Whether you caught them yourself or you're buying them from a fish market, make sure the fish you want to grill have clear eyes and undamaged skin. Grilled whole fish should be fresh, not frozen, for best results. If you're buying the catfish from a fish market, have the fishmonger clean and skin the fish for you. If you caught your own fish, you'll need to clean and skin it on your own. Make a seasoning mixture. For whole grilled catfish, seasoning plays more than one role. Seasoning the inside and the outside of the catfish is meant to both flavor the meat and keep it moist while it grills. Mix up the following ingredients (double if you're grilling two catfish): 1 tablespoon melted butter 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salt and pepper Season the inside and outside of the fish. Coat the inside cavity of the fish with the mixture, and rub it into the outside as well. Make sure every part of the fish is coated so it won't dry out as it cooks. Heat your grill or grill pan. Heat your outdoor grill to medium high (about 375°F to 425°F). Use a paper towel soaked in cooking oil to coat the metal grill rack with oil, so the delicate flesh of the fish won't stick. Let the grill heat completely before you start cooking the fish. When you're cooking a whole fish, it's important to cook it low and slow. Otherwise, you'll end up with a fish that's burned on the outside and raw on the inside. Make sure the grill never gets too hot while you cook. Lay the fish on the grill. Instead of placing it directly over the hottest coals, place it on a part of the grill that doesn't get direct heat. This will prevent the fish from burning. Cook it for seven to ten minutes on the first side. The larger the fish, the longer it will need to cook. It's ready to flip when the underside of the flesh is firm with a set of dark grill marks. Flip the fish and cook for another seven to ten minutes. The fish is ready to eat when the flesh easily flakes apart when poked with a fork. It should be completely opaque and hot through to the middle. Try a basic garlicky rub. This appeals to all palettes and is easy to whip up with spices you probably already have on hand. Remember to coat the fish with butter or oil to help the spices stick. Here's what you'll need: 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper Make a blackening rub. Blackened catfish is a popular menu item that's not difficult to recreate at home. It's meant to be extremely spicy, and the thick coating of spices helps trap in moisture so the flesh comes out delicate and flaky. Mix up the following: 1 tablespoon dried mustard 2 teaspoons paprika 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Try Thai-style catfish. Asian spices like ginger and turmeric pair perfectly with the light flavor of catfish. Fresh garlic and scallion will help you take this dish up a notch. Mix up the following rub: 2 tablespoons chopped garlic 1 tablespoon chopped shallot or scallion 2 teaspoons ground turmeric 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt	Choose fresh catfish fillets. Brush the fillets with melted butter. Season the fillets on both sides. Heat your grill or grill pan. Place the fillets on the grill. Cook the fillets for three to four minutes. Flip the fillets and cook them for another three to four minutes. Choose fresh, whole catfish. Make a seasoning mixture. Season the inside and outside of the fish. Heat your grill or grill pan. Lay the fish on the grill. Cook it for seven to ten minutes on the first side. Flip the fish and cook for another seven to ten minutes. Try a basic garlicky rub. Make a blackening rub. Try Thai-style catfish.
https://www.wikihow.com/Stop-Playing-Video-Games	How to Stop Playing Video Games	If you want to stop playing video games, gradually reduce your playtime and focus on other things. If you play for a few hours a day, try only playing for 2 hours a day for the first week. Then, reduce it to 1 hour a day to make things easier for yourself. Set a timer so you don't forget and lose track of time. Only let yourself play in the evenings after you've done everything you need to, like homework and chores. It's natural to feel restless when you stop playing video games, but try taking on a new hobby or sport to fill your time. You can also use your time to study more and hang out with your friends and family.	Make a serious commitment to getting a handle on your addiction. You're not going to get anywhere if deep down you don't really want to stop. The first thing you need to do, therefore, is recognize that you have an addiction and choose to not let it rule your life. Once you've done that, the measures you take to win back control will actually have a shot at being successful. Making up your mind to quit gaming (or at least cut way back) is a lot less difficult if you consider the ways it's negatively impacting you. Think about how much time and energy you sacrifice to your habit, and how that sacrifice has stolen the enjoyment from other aspects of your life. Give yourself a strict time limit when you do play. Note approximately how long you spend in front of the screen each day and make it a point to log off an hour early. If the thought of losing a whole hour doesn't sit well with you, start with half an hour or even 20 minutes and gradually decrease your play time as you get more comfortable until you no longer feel the need to play at all. This kind of progressive reduction will make it easier for you to adjust. Use the timer on your smartphone to keep track of how long you've been playing and alert you when your allotted time is up. If you're a PC gamer, you can even set your computer to shut itself down at a specified time, which may be helpful if you're not sure you can pull the plug on your own. It could take weeks or even months to taper off your daily play time, and that's okay. The important thing is that you stick with it and fight the impulse to play for longer than your predetermined time frame. Have your friends or family help enforce your self-imposed time limit. Tell a parent or a responsible sibling or roommate about your desire to play less (and eventually stop altogether). Ask them to check in with you every now and then at agreed-upon times to make sure that you're staying on track. You may respond better to pressure that's coming from an outside source. Tell your loved one to be as firm as they need to be, even if it means forcibly turning off your console or hiding your gaming equipment from you. If you often play with other gamers online or in-person, inform them of your intention to quit, as well. Hopefully, they'll be supportive of your decision, but if not, you'll at least be giving them a heads up that they may not be seeing as much of you. Restrict yourself to only playing later in the day. Make gaming a reward that you give yourself for being productive and completing your important daily duties. If you always hop on first thing in the morning, you run the risk of getting sucked into a prolonged session when you should be getting ready for work, school, or other responsibilities. It will be much easier to control your urge to play before you begin than after you've already started. Be sure to apply your regular time limit to your evening sessions to keep yourself from staying up too late. Pulling an all-nighter will only make it harder to do what you need to do the next day. Think about the toll that gaming is taking on your life. There's a thin line between hobby and vice. Maybe your grades are slipping, your relationships are deteriorating, or your health has begun to suffer from spending too many hours plastered to the couch. Whatever it is, taking stock of the ways that your compulsion has done more harm than good can give you the motivation you need to leave it behind. Freeing yourself from the grip of video games will help you overcome your depressive or isolationist tendencies, get more enjoyment out of real-world experiences, and make time for the people and things that truly matter to you. If you've tried weaning yourself off video games in the past and it hasn't worked, cutting the cord may be your best course of action. Summon the resolve to walk away once and for all. This is probably the simplest and most effective way to break a destructive gaming addiction. Just put down the controller and don't look back. It will require tremendous willpower, no doubt. Over time, however, it will get easier, to the point where video games no longer have the same hold over you that they once did. Anytime you're tempted to sit down and play, take it as a challenge to get stronger. Consciously saying no to unhealthy desires conditions the part of your brain that's responsible for regulating self-control. This approach may be simple, but it's not easy. It all goes back to making a purposeful commitment to not be a slave to your urges. Put your gaming equipment away where you can't easily get to it. Box up your console and games and stow them in the attic or basement, on a high shelf in your closet, or in another spot that's not readily accessible. It's much easier to give something up for good if it's not staring you in the face all the time. Actually make it hard for yourself. Bury your console under a pile of boxes in the garage, put it in the trunk of your car, or take it apart and hide each component in a different place. Do whatever it takes to keep yourself away. If you do most of your gaming on the computer, uninstall addictive programs from your hard drive and delete any accounts you have for online games. Then, make an effort to police yourself when using your computer in the future. Consider giving away your games and gaming systems. Hand your gear down to a younger sibling, or donate them to a thrift store or charitable organization so that someone less fortunate can have a chance to enjoy them. Not only is this a generous act, it also helps you meet your goals. You can't spend too much time playing a game that you don't own! You can also sell newer systems and titles back to stores that accept used games and put the money you get towards other hobbies or pastimes. Delete downloaded games from your console or device to reduce the temptation that you might feel to play them if they're just sitting there. Try doing other things to get your mind off of gaming. As soon as you start to feel the itch, look for something that you can do right away to combat your craving. You might go out for a leisurely walk outdoors, lift weights, take up painting, put on one of your favorite albums, or help out with chores around the house. Anything you can do to distract yourself from your overwhelming desire to play will make a difference. Let yourself get absorbed in the world around you the way you would a good game. After all, reality is the most impressive game there is, with fully interactive environments, unlimited opportunities for exploration, endless dialogue options, and the most lifelike graphics engine to date. As you explore your interest in other pursuits, you'll likely discover that your urge to play video games gets weaker and weaker. Do your best to be present with whatever you decide to do. It won't do much good if you're just thinking about gaming the whole time. Channel your energy into real life games. Rather than sinking countless hours into becoming a joystick all-star, get your friends together and organize a game of football, baseball, or soccer. While real games and sports tend to be much more difficult to master than their virtual counterparts, they're also frequently more rewarding, as they provide a convenient outlet for social interaction, build character, and promote positive values like fairness, determination, and resilience. Many of the online games that people waste so much time on are based on real games that you can play almost anywhere, like billiards, golf, darts, bowling, and poker. If you have a knack for a certain game or sport, you might even consider trying out for a team and taking your talents to the next level. Take up LARPing. LARPing, or “Live Action Role Playing,” is a type of role playing game where real people portray fictional characters, freely acting out quests, battles, and other exciting situations. If fantasy RPGs and action-adventure titles are your drug of choice, pledging your sword to a LARPing community can be a good way to indulge in your love of all things fantasy while allowing you to be outside, meet new people, and get some exercise. To find a LARPing group near you, run a search for “LARP” plus the name of your town, city, or province. You may be surprised at how many people there are in your area who enjoy the activity. LARPers are encouraged to create original characters with unique traits and backstories, make their own armor and weapons, and lend a hand with duties like scheduling meet-ups and scouting for locations. All of these things will take up time that you might otherwise devote to gaming. Read some good fiction. Reading offers an experience similar to gaming—in some ways, it's even better. When you sit down with a novel, you give yourself permission to get lost in a compelling story. Unlike video games, though, you also have the ability to shape, color, and develop the characters and events of a book any way you like using the power of your imagination. Look for novelizations of popular video game franchises to enjoy your favorite characters and stories in a more productive way. There are official novelizations for all sorts of games, including Bioshock, Uncharted, Mass Effect, Borderlands, Halo, and Assassin's Creed. Reading comes with a host of cognitive benefits, including faster mental processing, increased focus and attention span, and improved vocabulary skills. This means that you'll actually be training your mind while you entertain yourself. Focus on your social life. One of the reasons gaming is so addictive is because of its social element. For this reason, it may help to trade in your digital gaming community for real flesh-and-blood companions, like your friends, family, classmates, or coworkers. You might find that you get just as much satisfaction from being with them as you did from gaming, if not more. Put the dedication, persistence, problem-solving skills you've acquired from gaming into dating. Few games can compare to the dizzying excitement of sparking a new relationship. Other ways to become more social include joining a club related to one of your hobbies or interests, getting involved in community service, starting a band, or simply making more of an effort to communicate with the people you encounter day-to-day. Join an online gaming community. If gaming is your passion, you may be understandably reluctant to walk away from the scene altogether. Instead, seek out video game forums and social media groups as an alternative way to stay engaged with your hobby. Becoming a member of one of these communities will let you keep your finger on the pulse of the gaming world without devoting as much time to actually playing. You'll find lots of like-minded gamers to connect with in places like Twitch, Reddit, Twitter, and even YouTube. Let your online friends know that you're trying to cut back on your gaming time. Chances are, they'll understand where you're coming from and act as a kind of support group. They may even be able to suggest other strategies for battling your addiction that you haven't thought of.	Make a serious commitment to getting a handle on your addiction. Give yourself a strict time limit when you do play. Have your friends or family help enforce your self-imposed time limit. Restrict yourself to only playing later in the day. Think about the toll that gaming is taking on your life. Summon the resolve to walk away once and for all. Put your gaming equipment away where you can't easily get to it. Consider giving away your games and gaming systems. Try doing other things to get your mind off of gaming. Channel your energy into real life games. Take up LARPing. Read some good fiction. Focus on your social life. Join an online gaming community.
https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Happy-Even-when-Alone	How to Be Happy Even when Alone	To be happy even when you're alone, work on fun activities that you can do by yourself, like learning to play an instrument or paint landscapes. You can also engage in simple tasks, like going for walks or shopping by yourself, to slowly get used to enjoying things by yourself. Additionally, try solo exercises, like running, hiking, or biking, to boost your endorphins, which will make you feel more positive in general. If you start feeling down about yourself, remind yourself of the perks of being alone, like doing what you want without someone else's approval.	Develop independence. Individuals, especially extroverts (social butterflies who get their energy from being around people), may sometimes rely on others to help them feel happy or content. However, in order to be happy when we are alone we first need to become less dependent on others to make us happy, and more self-reliant. If you are an extrovert, you may benefit from doing things alone so that you can practice developing social energy with strangers instead of close friends. Fortunately, you can continue to be extroverted and social even when alone. Focus on developing your confidence by practicing and engaging in activities associated with being alone and delving into uncharted territory. For example, if you always wanted to learn how to play an instrument you could start now. There are many tutorials online that you could use to start the learning process. Try doing activities on your own on purpose. Before asking for help or wanting someone to come along, try it on your own. For example, if you usually like your partner to accompany you to the grocery store, try going alone. Keep in mind that this will be uncomfortable at first and it may take a while for it to feel comfortable, but it will get better over time. Explore your interests. Understand the things that you enjoy and try completing them alone. Try doing things that you have never done before in order to build up your interests. If you are an extrovert you may have difficulty with this because you desire to be around people, especially when engaging in your interests. However, the more you practice engaging in your interests alone, the easier it will be. Keep busy. There are so many options for activities to explore including: art, dancing, writing, reading, playing an instrument, hiking, camping, taking care of a pet, traveling, and cooking. Use a planner to keep track of what you have going on for the week and schedule something in if there is too much empty time. Attempt activities while alone that make you feel social. The extrovert may like to engage in activities that resemble being social while being alone such as texting, chatting on the phone, or going on social networking sites. This can help you feel happier and more socially connected when alone. Try new hobbies. You might be used to spending a lot of time with others. But don't worry, you can easily adjust to being by yourself. You can use your alone time to explore a new activity that you've always wanted to do. Maybe you've been dying to try yoga, but you've been too nervous to go to a class. Buy a DVD or download some videos, and you can find your zen while enjoying your own company. Try gardening. This is a solitary activity that can be very rewarding. You will find a new way to spend your time, and also get some beautiful flowers or yummy veggies as a reward. Consider an arts and craft project. You could try your hand at mosaic tiles, watercolors, or even just enjoy relaxing with an adult coloring book. You could plan or create something for your loved ones. This way, you are focusing on cultivating your relationships while you are alone. Build up your tolerance to being alone. You can find lots of ways to get to know yourself better. For example, spend some time thinking about your greatest desires. The more activities you do alone, the more comfortable you may feel with being unaccompanied. Facing your fear of being alone may help it feel less scary and more like a normal occurrence. Start out with short periods of time alone and work up to longer ones. For starters, try activities like going for walks, going out to eat, and shopping. Avoid drinking alcohol or using other substances to cope with being alone. Know that being alone and being lonely are different. You can be alone without feeling lonely. Enjoy having things "your way. " Maybe you just moved into your first apartment by yourself. Whether you're missing family, a roommate, or an ex, living alone can be an adjustment. It's important to remember that there are a lot of perks to having your own space. Did you get tired of your roommate constantly eating your food? Guess what? Now you get to eat everything you buy and cook. Maybe your ex irritated you by constantly leaving shoes all around the house. Now your home can be as clutter free as you like it. Or maybe you're constantly cold and used to live with people who hated cranking the heat up. No need to worry about that anymore. Set the thermostat to the temperature that makes you the most comfortable. Soothe yourself. Self-soothing is a prominent coping skill when learning how to tolerate being unaccompanied. If you are feeling a negative emotion (angry, sad, lonely), it is important to learn how to calm yourself. Extroverts may benefit from soothing themselves because being completely alone can be especially uncomfortable for the social butterfly. Validate yourself. Instead of relying on others to validate us, we need to work on validating ourselves. For example, if you are feeling like you aren't doing a good job at work or school, try telling yourself something that a friend might, such as, “Are you serious? You are great at your job!" The extrovert may rely more heavily on social approval for validation and would benefit from learning how to build yourself up. Remind yourself that it's okay to be alone! It is also okay to be alone while in public. Focus on your positive qualities and what you like about yourself. Understand your shortcomings also, but do not let them drag you down. Try journaling about your feelings. Writing about how you are feeling may help you to feel better and put things into perspective. Appreciate yourself. Take some time to celebrate your good qualities. Reflect on your best traits. You can even add these to your gratitude journal. For example, you could say, "I do an awesome job at work. I'm a valued member of the team." Or just look at yourself in the mirror and say, "You have kind eyes." Think happy thoughts. Sounds silly, but it's true! Introverts (those who get their energy from being alone) and individuals who have anxiety about social situations can improve their ability to be happy when alone by thinking more positively about relationships and the idea of being alone. Research suggests that people who are lonely may tend to think negatively by expecting a negative outcome in social relationships and thinking that they are already doing all they can to maintain social attachments. Changing your thinking may help to decrease loneliness and increase your feelings of contentment while being alone. Think about all of the reasons why being alone can be a positive thing. For example, you can do what you want without interference and you can focus on yourself. Being sad or lonely is a mindset. Think about all the great things you have achieved in life and how many more things you can achieve. Use positive self-talk. If you find yourself thinking negative thoughts such as, "Nobody wants to spend time with me," change this thought to something more realistic like, "People that love me want to spend time with me but they are sometimes busy." Write a list of things in your life that you a grateful for such as: family, friends, food, housing, social support, etc. Love and accept yourself. Self-acceptance and self-love is a crucial component to being happy while alone. Think of yourself as a friend and focus on appreciating your positive aspects. If you are an introvert, remind yourself that this is your personality and is a completely natural and acceptable way to be! If you have social anxiety, accept that this is currently how you feel and that it is okay to feel this way; it is natural for people to sometimes feel anxious in certain social situations. Make a list of the things you like about yourself, what you are good at, and what other people seem to like about you. Keep this list in a safe space in case you get lonely while being alone. Ask friends and family to add to this list as well. You can also include a list of compliments and positive feedback you have received. Avoid comparing yourself to others, which can lead to feelings of disappointment, jealousy, and inadequacy. This occurs when we tend to see the good in others and idealize them. Cultivate relationships. Fostering healthy attachments can actually help you tolerate being alone and lead to an overall positive outlook. If you feel secure about your connections, you may be less likely to feel unhappy when you are not with your loved ones. The introvert and the individual with social anxiety may seek a few close bonds (rather than many friends or acquaintances), so it is important that these relationships are strong and supportive (not abusive or dysfunctional). Make your interactions count with quality over quantity. When you do spend time with others make sure you focus on connecting and conversing rather than on disengaging activities such as watching television. Allow people into your life who respect you and treat you the way you want to be treated. Avoid individuals who make you feel insecure, threatened, or abandoned. Seek help if you are nervous about terminating those relationships. When you are alone, focus on the positive memories you have with the people you love. You could write down a positive memory and refer back to it. Engage in positive activities. Understand what activities improve your mood. If you can't think of any, begin by trying a new activity and seeing if it seems to make you feel better when you are alone. The introvert will likely already have activities that she enjoys alone, but may want to try activities that specifically lift the mood (such as exercise). Find out what activities people who are close to you enjoy and try these activities yourself. However, don't worry if you don't like something that a friend or family member enjoys. Try making a list of things that cheer you up. A list might look like: being in nature, listening to positive music, exploring new places, taking a bubble bath, going shopping, and reading an uplifting story. Play games. Try doing Sudoku or other brain teasers. These are challenging and really enjoyable. Play tourist. Explore your city with fresh eyes. On your own, you can walk at your own pace, pop in and out of shops at your leisure, and grab a snack whenever you feel the urge. Find a free concert in your area. Many communities and music schools put on free (or very cheap) performances. Go check one out and lose yourself in the music. Practice mindfulness. Using stress-reducing mindfulness can help to reduce feelings of loneliness. Mindfulness is about being in the here-and-now, or living in the present moment, appreciating it without dwelling too much in the past or worrying about the future. Get out of your comfort zone. Use time alone to push yourself to do new things. Taking a step outside of your comfort zone can help you feel invigorated and make life exciting. Choose an activity that you wouldn't normally do and give it a try. Maybe you've always wanted to learn to ride horses, but you've always been a little scared of their size. Sign up for beginner's lessons at a nearby stable. Have you always dreamed of being a writer? Start a blog. It can be about anything—your adventures riding horses, or new recipes that you've tried to cook. Exercise. Studies indicate that lonely individuals may be less likely to use active forms of coping. However, active coping such as exercise releases endorphins in your brain which makes you feel positive and happier. The introvert or the individual with social anxiety should practice exercising in public in order to be more comfortable in social environments (perhaps running on the beach, or lifting weights at the gym). Try engaging in fun exercise so it doesn't seem like work. Such exercises include: walking, aerobic dancing, yoga, gardening, hiking, rock-climbing, biking, playing a sport (many you can practice on your own), jogging, swimming, skating, and martial arts. Change your scenery. It's true that it can feel lonely if you're spending a lot of time at home by yourself. You can help change your mindset by changing up your location. You can make a simple change or a big move. If you work from home, it's normal that you might feel isolated. Try working from a coffee shop for an afternoon. Or hit the library. Simply being around people might help your mood. Take a vacation. If you've been under a lot of stress lately, you might need more than just a visit to the local coffee shop. Start planning a trip. Lots of people travel alone. You can go on your own, or sign up to travel with a tour group. Start brainstorming locations. Develop a purpose. Research implies that individuals who are lonely or feel socially rejected may lose their sense of meaning and purpose in life. People can be sensitive to social rejection or lacking a sense of meaning in life. We, as human beings, need meaning in order to make sense of our existence; this comes from having a purpose. Purpose can be many different things: a career, a family, religion, spirituality, helping others, giving to the needy, creating social change, healing others, and so on. Start by making a list of all of your personal values (such as those listed above). Then identify a goal or purpose for each value. For example, if one of your values is spirituality, perhaps your purpose would be to affect others in a positive and spiritual way. This could include becoming part of a spiritual community and spreading knowledge about your beliefs. Begin each day by looking at your list of values and goals, and finding a way to work toward. You could do something as small as smiling at a stranger in order to work toward your purpose. Get to know yourself. Increasing your self-awareness can increase your ability to be happy when you are alone. The more you know about yourself and who you are, the more capable you will be at making yourself happy. Being self-aware begins by paying attention to yourself, your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Spend time checking in with yourself to see how you are doing. Ask yourself questions such as, "How am I feeling? What am I reacting to? What do I want to do?" You can also ask people who are close to you how they see you and what they think are your best qualities. Keep a journal. Writing down your thoughts and feelings on paper can help you get to know yourself through self-expression. You can also practice gratitude by keeping track of your thoughts in a gratitude journal. Take some time each day to write down something that you are thankful for. Make this a habit. You could write, "I appreciate that my brother is only a phone call away." It could also be something as simple as, "I am thankful that awesome cupcake place opened up in my neighborhood." Explore your difficulty with being alone. Personality could definitely be a factor; some individuals are simply more extroverted than others. Being extroverted means you get your energy from being around others, while being introverted means you recharge by being alone. Loneliness can be a result of grief and loss, trauma, or self-esteem issues. Feeling lonely due to aging is common. Research indicates that people who feel lonely often tend to have more: anxiety, anger, pessimism, uncomfortable feelings, and insecurities. Consider therapy. Feeling lonely can be a symptom of a larger issue such as depression. If you find yourself becoming increasing lonely or not being able to tolerate being alone, it may benefit you to seek professional assistance. Psychotherapy can be a useful way to understand yourself better. It can also assist you in coping with being alone. Contact your medical insurance provider for a list of approved psychologists, therapists, and psychiatrists (for medication).	Develop independence. Explore your interests. Try new hobbies. Build up your tolerance to being alone. Enjoy having things "your way. Soothe yourself. Appreciate yourself. Think happy thoughts. Use positive self-talk. Love and accept yourself. Cultivate relationships. Engage in positive activities. Practice mindfulness. Get out of your comfort zone. Exercise. Change your scenery. Develop a purpose. Get to know yourself. Keep a journal. Explore your difficulty with being alone. Consider therapy.
https://www.wikihow.com/See-the-White-House	How to See the White House	If you're planning a trip to see the White House, start by requesting tickets for a self-guided tour, which are available from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM Tuesday through Thursday, and 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM Friday and Saturday. To get your tickets, submit a request to your respective member of Congress if you're a U.S. citizen, or to your respective embassy in Washington, D.C. if you're a foreign citizen. When you arrive at the White House, be ready to present your government issued photo ID to the U.S. Secret Service, or your passport if you're a foreign citizen.	Acquaint yourself with the details of White House public tours. If you're going to Washington, DC, and want to visit the White House, knowing some basic facts about public tours of the facility will help you plan your trip. Self-guided tours are available from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday through Thursday, and 7:30am to 1:30pm Friday and Saturday. There are no tours on federal holidays and when otherwise noted. The tours are also subject to last-minute cancellations. There are no group tours. Request tickets to visit the White House. If you've decided to visit the White House, there is a formal procedure for requesting tickets for the self-guided public tours. Submit your request as early as possible. There are limited spaces available on a first come, first served basis. You may submit a request for White House tickets up to six months in advance and no less than three weeks before your desired tour date. American citizens must request tickets from their respective member of Congress. The House of Representatives offers a website where you can find the name of your member of Congress. You can access this website at http://www.house.gov/representatives/find/. Foreign citizens must request tickets through their respective embassies in Washington, DC. The State Department has a list of all known embassies in the United States. Prepare for your tour of the White House. Before you take your tour of the actual White House, it's a good idea to acquaint yourself with it so you can identify highlights and other areas of interest for your self-guided tour. The White House offers virtual tours of the space to help acquaint yourself with it. Visit the White House Visitor Center. The National Park Service has a visitor center open to the public daily from 7:30am to 4:00pm. It offers virtual tours of the White House, presidential artifacts and the film “The White House: Reflections from Within” and can enhance your understanding of what you see on your tour of the White House. Ask questions or get last minute information for your tour. If you have any questions or want to know if your tour was canceled, call the White House Visitor's Office at (202) 456-7041. Representatives are available 24-hours a day. Take required documents for your tour. In order to take your tour of the White House, all guests over the age of 18 must arrive with an official, government issued form of identification to present to the United States Secret Service. All of the information you submitted to request your tour must match the government issued ID you present the Secret Service for your tour. American citizens may present any government issued photo identification including a driver's license, passport, and military ID. Foreign citizens must show their government issued passport. The Secret Service will not accept any other form of foreign identification. The Secret Service will not accept forms of identification including photocopies of government issued ID or expired forms of identification. Leave prohibited items at home or in your hotel room. Security in Washington, DC is very tight, and no more so than at the White House. Knowing what items you may and may not bring on your tour will keep the Secret Service from denying your entry. The Secret Service and White House prohibit visitors from bringing the following items: cameras or video recorders; handbags, book bags, backpacks, and purses; food and beverages; tobacco; personal grooming items; strollers; any pointed objects; and aerosol containers. It also prohibits weapons of any sort including guns, ammunition, stun guns, mace, martial arts devices, and knives. The Secret Service can prohibit other items at their discretion. You may take umbrellas, wallets, car keys and cell phones. You may not use your cell phone in the White House and the Secret Service could confiscate it if you do. There are no storage facilities for personal items at the White House. Arrive at the White House for your tour. You'll need to arrive for your tour in a timely manner either by public transportation or car. Aim to arrive 15 minutes early as the United States Secret Service can turn away late arrivals. The entrance for White House Tours is located at 15th Street, NW and Alexander Hamilton Place, NW. National Park Service rangers can assist you if you have trouble finding it. Street parking is limited near the White House and spaces fill very quickly. In addition, if you're not familiar with driving in Washington, DC, which is tricky because of the city's street plan, it's advisable to use public transportation. Public transportation to the White House is best by Washington's subway system, called the Metro. The closest stops to the White House are Federal Triangle, Metro Center, McPherson Square, and Farragut North. There are no public restrooms at the White House. If you need to use a restroom, do so before you arrive. Go through the Secret Service’s security screening. After you've arrived at the White House, an officer of the Secret Service will instruct you to proceed through the security screening. The Secret Service may request additional screening, including personal interviews, as necessary. Visit President’s Park. Once you've finished your tour inside the White House, you might want to visit the land and gardens around it. This area is called President's Park and is a great place to get pictures of yourself in front of the famous North or South Porticos of the White House! Visit the White House grounds. If you were unable to get tickets for one of the self-guided public tours of the White House and will be in Washington, visit the grounds of the White House, also called President's Park. From the White House Visitors Center to The Ellipse and the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, these places will give you a chance to see the White House even if you can't get inside of it. The grounds of the White House, also called President's Park, extend from Lafayette Park at H Street, NW in the north to The Ellipse at Constitution Ave, NW in the south and between 15th and 17th Streets, NW. You can't visit the grounds inside the White House fence. Even ticketholders for White House tours are not allowed to stroll around the grounds inside the fence. Street parking is limited near the White House grounds and spaces fill very quickly. In addition, if you're not familiar with driving in Washington, DC, which is tricky because of the city's street plan, it's advisable to use public transportation. Public transportation to the White House grounds is best by Washington's subway system, called the Metro. The closest stops to the White House are Federal Triangle, Metro Center, McPherson Square, and Farragut North. Visit The Ellipse. The Ellipse is a grassy area that extends from the South Lawn of the White House to Constitution Ave, NW. From this point, visitors get spectacular views of the South Portico of the White House. The Ellipse is open to the public all day, every day unless otherwise posted. If you are in Washington during the holiday season, you'll be able to see the National Christmas Tree and National Menorah on the Ellipse. Visit Lafayette Square. Lafayette Square, named for the Revolutionary War General Marquis de Lafayette, is a small park that extends from H Street, NW in the north to Pennsylvania Avenue, NW in the south. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1970. From this point, visitors get excellent and very close views of the North Portico of the White House. Lafayette Square is open to the public all day, every day unless otherwise posted. If you are lucky, you may get to see the President or members of the First Family arriving or leaving from this vantage point. Secret Service agents guard the area around Lafayette Square because it is so close to the White House. The guards are often friendly and may answer questions if you have them. Visit the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. Formerly called the Old Executive Office Building, the Eisenhower Executive Office Building was once the largest office building in the world. It now houses most of the White House staff's offices. The Eisenhower Executive Office Building is located right next to the White House at 1650 Pennsylvania Ave., NW. Because the building houses for White House staff, there are no public tours or visiting hours for the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. Visit the White House Visitors Center. If you were unable to get tickets for one of the self-guided public tours of the White House, the White House Visitors Center offers an excellent alternative to the actual site. The Visitor's Center offers a touch screen virtual tour of the White House as well as artifacts and a film called “The White House: Reflections from Within.” The Visitor Center is located at 1450 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW and charges no admission. It is open daily from 7:30am to 4:00pm except January 1, Thanksgiving, and December 25. Take a virtual tour at the White House Visitors Center. If you were unable to get tickets for one of the self-guided public tours of the White House, the White House Visitors Center offers an excellent alternative to the actual site. The Visitor's Center offers a touch screen virtual tour of the White House as well as artifacts and a film called “The White House: Reflections from Within.” The Visitor Center is located at 1450 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW and charges no admission. It is open daily from 7:30am to 4:00pm except January 1, Thanksgiving, and December 25. Take an online virtual tour of the White House. If you aren't near Washington, DC and cannot visit the city anytime soon, the President and First Lady offer an excellent virtual tour of the White House for all interested persons. Read about the White House. There are innumerable books about the White House ranging from coffee table books of photographs to academic studies of the history of the White House.	Acquaint yourself with the details of White House public tours. Request tickets to visit the White House. Prepare for your tour of the White House. Ask questions or get last minute information for your tour. Take required documents for your tour. Leave prohibited items at home or in your hotel room. Arrive at the White House for your tour. Go through the Secret Service’s security screening. Visit President’s Park. Visit the White House grounds. Visit The Ellipse. Visit Lafayette Square. Visit the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. Visit the White House Visitors Center. Take a virtual tour at the White House Visitors Center. Take an online virtual tour of the White House. Read about the White House.
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-What-You-Want	How to Get What You Want	In order to get what you want, decide on your goal, then break that down into smaller, more manageable steps that you can take to get there. Stay focused on your goal, and be confident that you will achieve it. For instance, if what you want is to take a vacation to Hawaii, your steps could include, “I will save $20 a week, plus my birthday money, until I can afford a ticket,” “I will spend an hour a day researching the lowest flights for the next 2 weeks,” and “Instead of going out to eat, I'll cook at home so I can buy new clothes for the trip.”	Make a "must-do" list. Everyone has a "to-do" list, and it is rarely completed. The problem with a to-do list is that it lacks urgency. Instead, a must-do list are the critical things that have to happen in order for you to advance. Studies show that individuals who are constantly in motion towards their goals are generally more satisfied with life than those who reflect on issues. Keep the list tight and focused. Put down two or three goals that you need to accomplish that day. Keep your list handy. Reference it throughout the day to make sure you're on track to reach your goals. Make sure the goals are obtainable. Lofty goals are good for motivation, but make sure that your must-do list has concrete, obtainable goals for that day. Commit to the "When" and "Where. " You will be more successful reaching your goals if you map out when and where you will tackle it. By writing a statement on your must-do list like "I will perform [an action] when I encounter [a situation]," you increase your motivation and help fight procrastination. Continually reaffirm your desires. Keep the end goals in sight, and update them as your life and situation change. Don't dwell on what you haven't accomplished yet. Instead, focus on your journey towards attaining your goals. Take baby steps. Instead of focusing on the end-goal, break the process down into manageable, daily goals. For example, instead of saying "My goal today is to get a raise at work," approach the goal from a more manageable perspective. Start with smaller goals, such as getting to work early every day, or going out of your way to have a conversation with your boss. The point of the baby steps is to build up to your end-goal through obtainable, tangible steps. Demonstrate self-control and self-discipline. There are countless distractions in today's world, and it can be easy to get side-tracked. Keep your Must-Do list handy and refer to it whenever you feel yourself drifting off course. Don't allow yourself to get sucked into time wasting activities when you have goals to obtain. Set aside designated leisure time for the day. Resist the temptation to "work on it tomorrow." Remind yourself that you need to accomplish your list today. Practice until you're perfect. Take the time to practice skills that you haven't mastered yet. More skills means more opportunities for you. Hone your skills that you need to achieve your goal. For example, if you are looking for a raise, work on the skills you need for the job on your free time in order to increase your effectiveness at work. Broaden your skillset. Work on skills that may not relate to your current goals, but that interest you. Not only will this keep you productive, it will make you a more well-rounded and capable person. Never lose heart. You will hit obstacles and setbacks. Keep your mind focused on your goals and your heart positive. Celebrate each small victory to give yourself a boost in spirit. Approach each defeat as a lesson to be learned; dust yourself off and try another way. Be confident. Confidence is essential to obtaining goals and changing your life. It will affect all of your interactions with others, and will drastically increase your motivation. Take pride in your actions and thoughts, and own your mistakes. Be able to laugh at yourself, but avoid self-deprecation. There is a difference between being confident and being cocky. Avoid over-inflating your ego by tempering your confidence with some realism. Cockiness is often viewed as a sign on inner insecurity. A truly confident person inspires confidence and trust in others. Spend time with positive people. Positive thinkers are infectious, and by surrounding yourself with those who are positive, your mindset will become more positive too. A positive mindset is necessary for both achieving your goals and being satisfied with your life in general. Avoid pessimists and naysayers. Don't allow people to talk down your goals. Be aware of the emotions of the people you associate with. They have a powerful effect on the emotions and motivations that you feel. Talk to important people. There will always be someone in a higher position than you. Do everything you can to engage those that have more power than you. Start by greeting and engaging in light conversation. As the person becomes more familiar with you, ask for some advice. See what you can do to help this person, and he or she will be more inclined to help you. Avoid being overbearing or overeager. Be persistent, but not an annoyance. Again, confidence will take you far. Powerful people respect confidence, and reward those who are willing to go the extra mile. Make friends from all walks of life. Networking is an essential social tool for advancing your goals. Broaden your scope by engaging people outside of your relative position and field. The more people you know, the more opportunities you will have. You will also expand your support group, as you will meet people who can help you on your path to achieving your goals. Your personal influence grows as your network expands. You will find that as you are able to influence more people, you will increase your ability to make your goals a reality. Take advantage of professional social sites such as LinkedIn when networking at a corporate level. Stay polite and respectful. Solid relationships are built on mutual trust and respect. If you want to be able to count on someone when you need them, you have to have developed a trusting bond. This bond is not possible if you base your relationship off of impolite exchanges. People in positions of power over you expect to be respected. They will not respond well to those that are disrespectful. Defer to them, and if you disagree with something, state your objection without antagonizing them. Read body language. When interacting face-to-face with others, body language is a major indicator of how that person feels about you. There are numerous ways to read and interpret signals from another person's body language, here are some major ones: If the person is not making eye contact, they most likely are not interested in what you have to say, or they feel you are not worth their time. If he or she visibly straightens their body, makes eye contact with you, and their eyes open wider, then they are probably interested in you or what you have to say. Crossed arms are usually a sign of defensiveness; the person may be adverse to your ideas or thoughts.	Make a "must-do" list. Commit to the "When" and "Where. Continually reaffirm your desires. Take baby steps. Demonstrate self-control and self-discipline. Practice until you're perfect. Never lose heart. Be confident. Spend time with positive people. Talk to important people. Make friends from all walks of life. Stay polite and respectful. Read body language.