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https://www.wikihow.com/March	How to March	The most common marching command is “Forward, MARCH.” When you hear “Forward,” shift your weight slightly to your right foot. Then, on “MARCH,” step forward about 30 inches with your left foot. Let your arms swing naturally at your side, and keep your fingers curled and your head facing forward. To halt, the command is “Squad, HALT.” Prepare to stop when you hear “Squad,” then stop on the following step when “HALT” is called.	Stand at Attention. There are two possible commands for standing at attention: "Fall In" is used to either assemble individuals into formation or return the marchers to their original lineup. "Attention" is a command given during rest position. You should respond to both commands by standing at attention. Bring your heels together evenly, with the toes slightly pointed outward to form a 45-degree angle between your feet. Try to balance your weight across the entirety of both feet. Don't lock your knees, but keep your legs straight. Keep your shoulders square, your chest lifted, and your upper body level with your hips. Hang your arms on both sides of your body without any stiffness. Your fingers should be slightly curled, with your thumbs touching your index finger's first joint on the side. Keep your thumbs in a straight line with the seams of your pant legs, with your index fingers' first joints touching your pant legs. Remain silent while standing at attention, and don't move or speak unless you are told to. A variant on Standing at Attention is "Snap to Attention." In this stance, everyone must stand at Attention, but with expedited speed. The heels are also brought together quickly (hence the "snap" part of Snapping to Attention). Go into Parade Rest. Parade Rest is a command given to marchers who are currently in the Position of Attention. This type of rest is also known as a "rest position at the halt." Do not enter Parade Rest until you are given the command. On command, keep your right foot planted while moving your left foot approximately 10 inches to the left. Keep your legs straight, but do not lock your knees. Balance your weight across the entirety of both feet, just as you did while standing at attention. Place both hands behind you, at the small of your back. Keep the fingers of both hands extended and link your two thumbs together with your right palm facing outward. Keep your hands on your lower back, make sure your arms stay straight. Center both hands linked together in the middle of your back (also called "centered on the belt"). Keep your head and eyes straight ahead of you as you did while standing at attention. Do not speak or move until you are told to do so. Stand at Ease. Standing at Ease is similar to the Parade Rest position, except you turn your head and eyes to directly face the person in charge of your formation. As with the Parade Rest position, you are not to move or speak unless directed to do so. Respond to the "At Ease" command. The "At Ease" command is slightly different from the "Stand at Ease" command in that individuals are permitted to move slightly when told "At Ease." However, while standing At Ease, a marcher must still keep his right foot in place and remain silent unless directed to do otherwise. Rest. The last Rest Position at the Halt is the command "Rest." When given the Rest command, a marcher may move his arms, talk, smoke, or take a drink of water, unless he is given other directions. During the Rest position, each individual must still keep his right foot in place on the ground. Face from the Position of Attention. There are five facing movements marchers are required to learn: Left FACE, Right FACE, Half Left FACE, Half Right FACE, and About FACE. Each of these movements is entered from the Position of Attention. Facing to the Flank - also known as Left/Right FACE. On command, slightly raise your right heel and left toe simultaneously to turn 90 degrees toward the direction you've been given. Keep your arms at the Position of Attention the entire time, and on count two bring your feet into Attention. Facing to the Rear - also known as About FACE. Move the ball of your right foot about half a foot-length behind and slightly to the left of your left heel. On the count of two, pivot to the right 180 degrees (on the ball of your right foot and the heel of your left) while keeping your arms in the Position of Attention the entire time. Half Left and Half Right FACE are only executed in a situation where a 90-degree turn would not face the desired direction. It is usually used to face the flag to render honor, such as during reveille or retreat. Give a Hand Salute. The Hand Salute is executed when given the command, "Present ARMS." This command may be given while the marcher is stationary or while in motion. If the command is given during a march, only the individual in charge of your formation salutes and acknowledges a salute. If the formation is double-timing, you must come to Quick Time before saluting. If wearing headgear with a visor, on command you should raise your right hand sharply with the fingers and thumb extended and joined. Keep your palm down and touch the tip of your right forefinger to the rim of your visor just to the right of your right eye. If wearing headgear without a visor or no headgear, the Hand Salute is the same, only you should touch the tip of your right forefinger to your forehead just to the right of your right eyebrow. If you are wearing glasses and a visor-free headgear (or no head gear), the Hand Salute is the same, only you should touch the tip of your right forefinger to the part of your glasses where the frame's temple piece meets the right edge of your right eyebrow. If you are given the command "Order ARMS" from a Hand Salute, return your hand quickly to your side and resume the Position of Attention. Learn basic marching information. Even when learning the steps for an individual marcher, it's best to become acquainted with the basic marching information that the entire squad will be expected to know. This will help you with both your individual marching steps and with a group formation. Any movements that you execute from the Halt command should be initiated with the Position of Attention. All marching movements except Route Step March and At Ease March are executed while marching at Attention. Marching at Attention combines the Position of Attention with the prescribed marching steps, performed simultaneously. If performing steps executed from the Halt, every movement except Right Step begins on your left foot. One step is considered the distance from one of your heels to the other. All marching steps are carried out in Quick Time, meaning 120 steps per minute. The only exception is the 30-inch step, which you may be commanded to carry out in 180 steps per minute if given the command, "Double Time, MARCH." Perform the 30-inch step. If you are performing the 30-inch step from a Halt, you will be given the command, "Forward, MARCH." It is a two-part movement. When given the command, "Forward," shift your weight slightly to the right foot. On the "MARCH" command, step forward 30 inches, leading with your left foot. Continue to take 30-inch steps forward, alternating feet depending on which step you are on. Do not bend your elbows, and do not exaggerate your movements. Let your arms swing in a natural motion. Aim for approximately nine inches ahead of you and six inches behind you as you swing your arms. Keep your eyes and head facing forward. Make sure your fingers remain curled, as in the Position of Attention. Halt from a march. Before you are about to receive the Halt command, you will be given the preparatory command, either "Squad" or "Platoon," while one of your feet strikes the ground. The final command, "Halt," will be given the next time that foot strikes the ground. Bring your trailing foot alongside your lead foot. Assume the Position of Attention. Cease any further movement until you are given a command. Change step. The Change Step command is only given to a marcher who is out of step with everyone else in his formation, but it's an important command to learn if you hope to march with a formation. It will only be executed during a forward march with a 30-inch step. You will be given the command, "Change Step, MARCH." "Change Step" will be spoken while your right foot strikes the ground. On "MARCH," take one additional step with the left foot, then over one count, place your right toe near your left heel. Step off again with your left foot. Keep your arms swinging naturally, and try to match the step of everyone else in your formation. Execute an At Ease March. At Ease March is a rest movement that will be commanded during the 30-inch step. The command, "At Ease," will be given when one of your feet strikes the ground. On the command, "MARCH," you are no longer required to retain your cadence with your formation. Even though you are not required to keep marching in step, you must remain silent and maintain the approximate intervals and distance that you were performing in step. Perform a Route Step March. The Route Step March is executed identically to the At Ease March. The only difference is that in a Route Step March, you may drink from your canteen and talk with other marchers. March in place. If you are expected to march in place, you will be given the command "Mark Time, MARCH." The command will be given while one of your feet is striking the ground, usually during either a 30-inch step or 15-inch step forward. On the "MARCH" command, bring your trailing foot up alongside your leading foot and begin marching in place. Alternate raising each foot two inches off the ground. Do not move your feet forward. Simply alternate feet while marching in place. Keep your arms swinging naturally, as you would during a 30-inch step forward. If you are given the follow-up command, "Forward MARCH," take one more step in place on the "MARCH" command before you begin the forward 30-inch step. Maintain proper distance. While marching in formation, it is important that you maintain the proper distance from the person marching in front of you. This is to ensure that everyone in formation keeps step and does not bump into anyone else. The proper distance between individuals while marching is one arm's length plus an additional six inches (approximately 36 to 40 inches total). Form a squad. Squads typically form in a linear formation. A squad may re-form in a column if each member in formation can identify his precise position, but this usually only occurs when equipment from each individual is left on the ground where he was in formation. The squad leader will stand in the Position of Attention and issue the command "Fall In." On the command "Fall In," you must double time to your position in the formation and follow the lead of the right flank man. Stand in the Position of Attention, turn your head and eyes to the right, and raise your left arm the way your right flank man is standing. Keep your left arm raised to shoulder level with the elbow locked, fingers and thumb extended and joined, and your palm facing down. Take short steps either forward or backward to be in line with your right flank man. Take short steps either left or right so that your shoulder is touching the fingertips of the individual to your right. Once you are in place (called "Normal Interval"), lower your arm to your side, turn your head and eyes to face forward, and resume the Position of Attention. March with the squad. When marching over short distances, you and your squad may be marched in a line formation moving forward. If marching over a longer distance, you and your squad may be marched in a column formation. If you are expected to form a column from a line formation, you will be given the command "Right, FACE." Follow a march to the flank. If you are in a column moving a short distance, you may be commanded to march to the flank. The command you will receive is "Right (or Left) Flank, MARCH." On the command of Right or Left Flank, the foot that is striking the ground is the direction you're expected to march towards. On the "MARCH" command, take one more step, pivot 90 degrees on the ball of your lead foot to face the desired direction, and step off with the trailing foot toward the new direction. As you begin marching in the new direction with your squad, glance out of the corner of your right eye and dress to the right to ensure you are properly in formation. Get dismissed from the squad. Being dismissed from the squad releases you from the formation, but not from your duty day (unless otherwise instructed before the command "DISMISSED"). You will be dismissed at Attention. If you are marching with arms, you will be given one of the following commands before being dismissed: Inspection, ARMS Ready, Port, ARMS Order (Sling), ARMS Any of these may be followed by the command, "DISMISSED."	Stand at Attention. Go into Parade Rest. Stand at Ease. Respond to the "At Ease" command. Rest. Face from the Position of Attention. Give a Hand Salute. Learn basic marching information. Perform the 30-inch step. Halt from a march. Change step. Execute an At Ease March. Perform a Route Step March. March in place. Maintain proper distance. Form a squad. March with the squad. Follow a march to the flank. Get dismissed from the squad.
https://www.wikihow.com/Train-Your-Shih-Tzu	How to Train Your Shih Tzu	When training your Shih Tzu, establish a regular walk schedule to minimize the chances of your dog going to the bathroom inside. Since Shih Tzus respond better to positive reinforcement than punishment, keep treats and toys on hand as a reward for going to the bathroom outside. If your Shih Tzu is acting out, ignore it until it stops, then reward it once it calms down. Finally, be patient with your Shih Tzu if it has an accident, since they can be notoriously difficult to housebreak.	Crate train your Shih Tzu. Crate training is not only important to the process of housebreaking. Having your Shih Tzu familiar with her crate can help with vet trips, road trips, and other incidents where your Shih Tzu may need to be temporarily confined. Pick a small dog crate for your shih tzu. You only need enough room for your Shih Tzu to sit, stand, and turn around. Crates should also have ventilation on all four sides. It's not a bad idea to keep the crate somewhere in your home where you hang out frequently. That way, your Shih Tzu can occasionally go in her crate while still feeling like part of the family. Going in the crate should be thought of as a treat rather than a punishment. Keep a water dish and food in the crate. Make sure any toys and dog safe and big enough that your Shih Tzu will not swallow them. Keep your Shih Tzu in the crate when you sleep, go out, or when you're occupied with a household chore that prevents you from watching her. Do this until your Shih Tzu is housebroken and you know she will not have accidents indoors. It is important not to treat the crate as a "cage" or "prison" and to keep use to a minimum. If necessary, when you are home keep the dog on a lead so you can keep an eye on him and take him outside to toilet as soon as you spot signs of him wanting to toilet. Decide whether you want your dog to go inside or outside. While most owners prefer their pets eliminate outside, as Shih Tzus are smaller pets many apartment dwellers own them. If you don't have easy access to the street or a yard, you may want your Shih Tzu to eliminate inside on newspaper or padding. Paper training's main pro is convenience. For people who have difficulty taking a dog outside for whatever reason, whether a busy schedule or a physical problems, paper training can be an alternative option. In addition to padding and newspaper, dog litter boxes are sold in many pet stores. Paper training's main drawback is that it creates odor and might not be the best option for your dog. Shih Tzu are high energy and crave the outdoors. Whichever route you go with, it's important to be consistent. Shih Tzus may get confused if they're told they can sometimes use a pad but are sometimes expected to go outside. Shih Tzus need a strict schedule for training, so you'll need to pick one option or the other. Make a walk schedule. When you first begin housebreaking your Shih Tzu, you'll need to stick to a strict walking schedule to make sure your pet doesn't eliminate inside. Sniffing, circling, or squatting are signs a Shih Tzu is ready to eliminate. If you notice these behaviors, either take your dog outside immediately or direct her to the proper place in the house. When you first begin housebreaking a Shih Tzu, you'll need to take her out every one and a half to two hours or every 20-30 minutes for a puppy. You should take her out when you wake up, before you go to bed, and after she eats or drinks. Praise your Shih Tzu immediately after she eliminates outside or in the proper place in your home. Shih Tzus generally respond better to positive reinforcement than negative reinforcement, so praise for success will go farther than scolding for mistakes. Be patient. Shih Tzu are notoriously difficult to house break. It may take as long as eight months before a Shih Tzu fully understands where it's appropriate to eliminate. Do not be discouraged. Even if you're still having accidents after a few months, be persistent and strict about your training schedule. Eventually, your Shih Tzu should understand and obey the rules. Teach your Shih Tzu to be alone. Shih Tzus are highly social dogs and want to be with their owners as much as possible. Separation anxiety is a problem for Shih Tzus and, as it's not possible to bring your dog everywhere, you need to train your Shih Tzu to adapt to solitude. A crate can be an excellent way to lessen separation anxiety. Shih Tzus tend to be less nervous about being left alone if they have a place of their own to retreat to. Make your Shih Tzu's crate comfortable, with bedding and toys, and leave the crate door open when you are home. This way, the Shih Tzu will not see the crate as a forced experience but her own special refuge. Some people are wary of leaving their dogs in crates, especially if they're gone for long hours during the day. If this is the case with you, you could try allowing your Shih Tzu access to your bedroom, study, or another closed off area of the house where she feels safe. Expose your Shih Tzu to a variety of sounds and experiences. Shih Tzus might develop nervous tendencies if overly coddled. This can result in timidness and even aggression. Expose your Shih Tzu to a variety of sounds and experiences. Sounds like whistles, lawn mowers, sirens, vacuum cleaners, washing machines, and other day-to-day noises should be familiar to your Shih Tzu. As separation anxiety is an issue, you don't want to risk her hearing an innocuous noise and panicking while you're gone. Exposing your Shih Tzu to a variety of stimuli simply means taking her with you different places and remaining calm and collected in the face of loud or sudden noises. Dogs pick up on cues from their owners. If you get frightened or anticipate a negative behavior from your dog, it's more likely to occur. Staying calm in the face of sudden noises, other dogs, or other people can help your dog stay calm. Do not treat her any differently so she sees the event is normal and not be feared. If she displays any timid behavior, such as cowering or whimpering, it's okay to say something soothing to her or to provide with a treat to make the moment seem happy and positive. However, do not remove her from the situation, pick her up, or otherwise overreact as this encourages an overreaction in the dog. Oftentimes, owners are overprotective of small dogs, leading to what is known as "small dog syndrome." Owners ignore aggressive behavior, like biting, and try to protect smaller dogs from bigger animals by picking them up or panicking when they interact with larger breeds. The combination of lack of discipline and coddling means smaller dogs end up both fearful and somewhat aggressive. Allow your Shih Tzu to safely interact with bigger animals and scold her if she bites or redirect the nipping towards a toy or treat. Teach your Shih Tzu to come when called. Having your dog come when called is an extremely important behavior. Not only can this prevent accidents it also fosters a stronger relationship between you and your Shih Tzu. Always make coming to you a positive experience. Your Shih Tzu should feel that coming when called is the best thing for her. Reward her with praise, attention, treats, and toys when she obeys. Then, release her for a while so she doesn't make a negative association with "come" and playtime being over. At first, it might be helpful to run away from your Shih Tzu when you call her. Dogs see running as a game and she'll find it hard to resist running after you. Start praising your Shih Tzu as soon as she responds to your commands. If she's getting praise, she'll be eager to reach you and less likely to be distracted by sounds, other animals, or other people. If your Shih Tzu does not come when called, do not repeat her name or "come" over and over again. This simply teaches her it's okay to ignore your commands. If she's not responding, try running or shaking a bag of treats while saying "come" or her name rather than repeating the command fruitlessly. Leash train your Shih Tzu. As Shih Tzus are small dogs, leash training is particularly important as you don't want to cause strain on their necks or limbs during walks. Until your Shih Tzu learns not to pull, take her for short walks only. Find alternative ways to exercise her, as walks will be training sessions until she's mastered good leash manners. Reward not puling with treats and praise. Scolding does not work well with Shih Tzus. They're more likely to respond to positive feedback, so praise her for what she's doing right instead of scolding her for what she's doing wrong. If your Shih Tzu gets worked up before a walk, she's more likely to misbehave on it. When you go to get the leash, ignore your Shih Tzu if she starts jumping around. Simply wait until she sits down and clip the leash on her collar. If she starts bouncing around when you reach to clip the leash, stand up and wait for her to calm down again. Do not clip the leash until she's done bouncing, even if it takes awhile. When your dog pulls, do not pull back. Simply stop. If she learns to associate pulling with a negative, the walk stopping, she'll eventually learn not to pull. This works much better than scolding or pulling back, which only serve to further rile up the dog. If your Shih Tzu has a lot of trouble with leash manners, consider investing in a harness until she calms down. Dog harnesses can be purchased at pet stores and will keep your Shih Tzu from straining her neck if she pulls on the leash. Train your Shih Tzu to sit and lie down. Sit and lie down are important commands as many other behaviors require your dog to sit or lie down first. They provide the foundation for solid training. To teach your Shih Tzu to sit, at first you should stand before her and say "sit." Then, use a treat and draw an arc over the puppy' s head so that as his head goes up his bottom goes down. Praise her as soon as she hits the ground. As training progresses, you can swap out physically moving your dog for hand gestures. She should understand, with persistence, what the gestures mean. After awhile, try to phase out hand gestures too and get your Shih Tzu to sit when you say so. Be consistent and practice the command 10 to 15 times a day until she's mastered it. Sit is an important command for maintaining control over your Shih Tzu. You'll need her to sit when people come to the door, before you take her for walks, and in other situations where she needs to remain calm. Ideally, she should sit every time she hears the command regardless of other stimuli. Once your Shih Tzu has mastered sit, you can teach her to lie down. Start the same way you started teaching her to sit. Ask her to sit, and then use a treat to lure him into a lying position. Get him to sit then hold the treat at floor level but slowly move it away from him so that he stretches and lies down to get it. As soon as she lies down, praise her with treats and attention. Transition to hand gestures, and then the command alone. Sit and lie down can be used as foundations for other tricks, such as roll over, shake, and play dead. These tricks can all be taught using the same basic formula. Get your dog to sit or lie down, and then physically show her the needed behavior while praising her for performing. Move onto the hand gestures, and eventually vocal commands alone. Allow for flexibility. Shih Tzus love their people, but they're not as people pleasing as other breeds. They tend to be stubborn and may not consistently follow your rules. A Shih Tzu's mood is dynamic. She may be willing to sit and stay one day in order to get a treat, but may show no interest in the treat the next day. You can't always use the same training tactics with a Shih Tzu. You might have to switch up how you reward and punish behavior. If your Shih Tzu is ignoring food one day, try rewarding her with praise, toys, or a walk. Shih Tzus are a highly intelligent breed and expect rewards for good behavior. Have a variety of ideas on hand to reward your dog for being good. Use positive reinforcement when training. Although Shih Tzus can be notoriously difficult to train due to their stubborn streak, being firm with them without resorting to scolding or heavy discipline, is an effective means of training. If your Shih Tzu is acting out or misbehaving, it's better to simply ignore the behavior. Do not give in to jumping, biting, or other attention grabbing behaviors. Do not make eye contact with your Shih Tzu if she misbehaves and do not speak to her or touch her. If your Shih Tzu realizes certain behaviors do not result in attention, she'll cease using them. Always praise a Shih Tzu for behaving well. Shih Tzus enjoy human interaction and affection and are willing to work for praise. Positive reinforcing good behaviors while ignoring bad ones is a great way to get your Shih Tzu to behave. Do not allow your Shih Tzu around young children. Shih Tzus are great pets, but tend to be one person dogs and prefer homes with more mature family members. Children under the age of 3 might not do well with a Shih Tzu as they'll fail to understand the breed needs boundaries. If you have young children, consider opting for a different breed or keeping your kids and your dog separate.	Crate train your Shih Tzu. Decide whether you want your dog to go inside or outside. Make a walk schedule. Be patient. Teach your Shih Tzu to be alone. Expose your Shih Tzu to a variety of sounds and experiences. Teach your Shih Tzu to come when called. Leash train your Shih Tzu. Train your Shih Tzu to sit and lie down. Allow for flexibility. Use positive reinforcement when training. Do not allow your Shih Tzu around young children.
https://www.wikihow.com/Court-a-Woman	How to Court a Woman	If you want to court a woman, make sure you're both ready for a serious commitment where marriage is the ultimate goal. Since courtships often involve participation from the family, consider asking her parents for approval to court their daughter. Then, you can get to know each other better by spending more time together and going on dates. For example, you could see a movie with a group of friends, learn a new hobby, or have a picnic in the park. You may also want to discuss physical boundaries, in case either of you would prefer to save intimacy for marriage. As you continue your courtship, make sure to discuss your future goals and hopes for your family, so you can decide if marriage is the next step.	Learn the difference between dating and courting. Dating and courting are very different things, especially in modern society. Dating, a lot of times, can be very casual, and done without any serious commitment. You can date exclusively or you can date several woman at a time and many times it's just for fun. Courting is a serious commitment you are making to get to know a woman with the intention of the relationship leading into marriage. Determine if you're ready. Because courting is different from dating, it's not something that should just be done on a whim, because it's a serious step to pursue a woman. Most courtships are between a couple trying to determine if marriage is in their future, so if you aren't ready for a commitment like this, it's best to stick to dating or being single. Understand the benefits of courtship. Although courtship can seem "old-fashioned" or too rule based, it's an opportunity to pursue a woman without the awkwardness of wondering if you are on the same page. Maybe you're tired of dating just to date and are ready to take the next step. Courtship is a great way to do that. You may think that a relationship that lacks a lot of physical intimacy will not be as enjoyable, but the benefit of courtship is that you can really get to know a woman without the distraction or confusion of things that typically happen when dating or hooking up with someone. Courting a woman allows you to have a lot of fun with creative ideas and know her intimately through conversation and activities together, which will be a more solid foundation for marriage. Get to know her on a friend basis. Because courtship is more serious, you don't want to jump into courting a woman before you know if she's even someone you would be romantically interested in. Hang out with her in group settings, learn about her personality and character, and decide if you are attracted to her. Learn about her family. Courtship has a lot to do with family and community interaction, mostly because it's mainly prevalent in religious circles who value healthy relationships. Getting to know a woman's family will help when you decide you want to court her. Learn about her family's values and if you would be a good fit for her and she, you. Families are different, and some won't need to know you well before their daughter is courted by you, but some families place a high value on the man's participation in the family because they want to know they can trust you before they allow their daughter to spend a lot of time with you. If you are older and the woman has already moved out of her house and is living on her own, family participation may not be as important. However, you'll want to check with her to make sure you aren't overstepping any boundaries. Be upfront with her. Before you begin courting a woman, you'll want to let her know you are interested in her and that you're serious about figuring out if marriage is in the future. Make sure she is on the same page as you, and ask her what her expectations are for the relationship. Not all courtships are this serious and sometimes they are similar to dating, except they are exclusive and more serious. If you aren't ready to pursue marriage, then make sure the woman you are courting is on the same page so that there are no frustrations or confusions from either party before you begin courting. Ask her father. This can be a vital part of courting if the woman you are courting sees it as a serious commitment. Because courting often involves participation from the family or mentors, asking a woman's father if you can court her is important in gaining her family's trust and approval. You'll probably want to make sure she is actually interested in you romantically before you ask her father, because it takes some courage to go to a girl's father and explain you are interested in her daughter, and it would be a bit embarrassing if she ended up turning you down. Get to know her in public or private settings. Depending on the type of courtship, you'll want to spend time with your girl in settings where you can really get to know her through good conversation and activities. Some courtships are done solely around people, meaning you would only spend time together in groups or with the family, but others are done individually, meaning you'd still likely spend time in public places like a coffee shop, but it will be just you two on the date. Some fun date ideas that you can do in public are outdoor activities like kayaking on a lake, going on a picnic in a park, going to the movies with a group of friends, visit the local tourist areas in your town, learn a new hobby or sport, or go to a local amusement park or zoo together. Romance and woo her. Just because courtship often involves the mentoring and interaction of others in your relationship, doesn't mean you can't romance the woman you are courting. Come up with creative ideas for dates, compliment her, and show her you are in love with her character and personality. Romancing a woman also has to do with the way you treat her in front of others and your desire to serve her. Some women want to do everything on their own, but one of the greatest ways to show you care for someone is to serve them. Caring for the woman you are courting by doing things for her and helping her through difficult times can be one of the most meaningful ways to communicate to a woman how you feel about her. Abstain from strong emotional language if you aren't there yet. Emotionally intimacy can be just as powerful as physical intimacy in a relationship, and so sometimes it requires boundaries. Before you use language like "I love you," think about if you seriously mean it. You don't want to lead a woman on or make her believe you are at another stage of the relationship when in truth you aren't ready. Decide on physical boundaries. If a couple is more serious about dating and pursuing marriage, they are likely more hesitant about jumping into a sexual relationship right away. Discuss with the woman you are courting what she thinks are good physical boundaries. Remember that often times in courtship commitment precedes intimacy. Some courtships don't even allow kissing, meaning the couple has decided to save their first kiss for their wedding day. Others, however, are more casual and allow physical touch throughout the relationship. Discussing this with the woman you are courting is important because you want to make sure you are on the same page. You don't want to overstep a boundary and turn her off, but you also don't want to make her wait around wondering when you are going to take the next step physically. Become friends with her friends. Because some of your dates will likely be in group settings, it's important to get to know her friends, and to show the woman you are courting that you want to be a part of her life too. This doesn't mean become best friends with her best girl friend. Get to know her friends and be amicable towards them, but understand proper boundaries. If you made best friends with her friends and the courtship ends, it could be awkward for her and for you to try to continue to pursue those friendships. Seek out guidance throughout the relationship. Courtship is serious, and you'll want to have advice from wise men and women on how you should handle the relationship and if you are caring for one another well. Having a mentor or someone who cares about your relationship will also help you stay accountable and make sure you are acting on your intentions in the way that you originally communicated to the woman you are courting. Update her on the status of your courtship. One of the worst things you can do is to leave a girl wondering what you are thinking or where you stand. Make sure you have a conversation every now and then about your intentions in the relationship and where you stand emotionally. This will give her some stability in the relationship and will allow her to enjoy it without wondering what the next step will be. Talk about your future goals. Now that you've spent time getting to know your girl, it's time to figure out if you two have a future together. Talk about what your desires are for the next years of your life. You'll want to make sure you are on the same page so that down the road you're not surprised by the way she wants to live her life. Some questions to focus on are: Do you want to spend time focusing on your career? Are you interested in making a high income? Do you want to have a big family, or a family at all? Do you want to travel or settle down in one place for a while? How much time to do you hope to spend with your family? Discuss your hope for family. People have different desires and values they hope to instill in their future families, so discussing this is vital to figuring out if you are compatible for marriage. First, determine if you both want to have children and then talk about what you hope your family will look like. Some important things to talk about here are the number of children you hope to have, if one of you wants to stay at home with the children while the other works, if you want your children raised in a certain religion, if you are going to be more hands-off parents or very involved. This may be a hard question to ask but make sure you talk about your view on divorce. If you feel divorce is okay but the woman you are courting does not or vice versa, this is probably a sign that you shouldn't get married. You want to make sure the woman you marry has the same values as you so that less conflict occurs during marriage. Take a financial peace course. This may seem strange, but money and finances can be one of the biggest stressors on marriage, and it could be really helpful to learn about each other's financial habits before you get married so you can address any issues or concerns you see. You can often find these classes through local churches or organizations in the area. Decide if you are compatible. Hopefully some of the above topics would help you determine if you are compatible with the woman you are courting, but compatibility can be found in your personalities and character as well. If you have found during courtship that you have opposite personalities that cause you to argue a lot, or if the woman you are courting lives a certain lifestyle that you dislike, then marriage may not be the best path for you. Even though courtship is designed with marriage in mind, not every courtship ends in marriage. If you are to the point in your relationship that you realize marriage doesn't seem right for the two of you, you'll need to break off the courtship. Have a gentle conversation explaining why you don't think things would work between you two in the future and explain that you valued the opportunity to court her. Make her see that it's not that she has all of these flaws, but that the two of you together just don't mesh well. Ask her father. If you've thought through and discussed any potential concerns with your partner and have decided you want to pursue marriage, the final step is to ask her father for her hand in marriage. This may seem old fashioned, but generally when courting a woman asking her father is done more as a symbolic gesture, showing him and her that you respect him and want his approval.	Learn the difference between dating and courting. Determine if you're ready. Understand the benefits of courtship. Get to know her on a friend basis. Learn about her family. Be upfront with her. Ask her father. Get to know her in public or private settings. Romance and woo her. Abstain from strong emotional language if you aren't there yet. Decide on physical boundaries. Become friends with her friends. Seek out guidance throughout the relationship. Update her on the status of your courtship. Talk about your future goals. Discuss your hope for family. Take a financial peace course. Decide if you are compatible. Ask her father.
https://www.wikihow.com/Relieve-Constipation-Quickly-and-Naturally	How to Relieve Constipation Quickly and Naturally	To relieve constipation quickly and naturally, stir 1 teaspoon of Epsom salt into a glass of water and drink it—Epsom salt contains magnesium, which helps with constipation. You can also try eating fiber-rich foods, like berries, broccoli, and beans, which help relieve constipation. To prevent yourself from getting more constipated, drink 2 to 3 gallons of water every day, and avoid eating dairy products.	Drink more water. Hard, dry stools are a common cause of constipation, so the more water you add, the easier it will be to pass your stool and get some relief. It's especially important to drink more water when you increase the fiber in your diet—otherwise, your stool may be even harder to pass, due to the increased bulk. Men should aim to drink at least 13 cups (3 liters) of fluid per day. Women should aim for at least 9 cups (2.2 liters) of fluid per day. Avoid caffeinated and alcoholic beverages while you're experiencing constipation. Caffeinated beverages like coffee and sodas, as well as alcohol, are diuretics, which means they cause you to urinate. That may make your constipation worse. Other fluids, such as juices, clear broths, and herbal teas are good sources of fluid, although you should avoid caffeinated teas. Pear and apple juices are especially good choices since they're mild natural laxatives. Add more fiber to your diet gradually. Fiber bulks up your stool by allowing it to absorb more water, so you may be able to pass your bowel movements more easily. Women should eat around 21-25 g of fiber every day, while men should consume around 30-38 g. You can obtain this through high-fiber foods or by taking a fiber supplement. However, abruptly changing your fiber intake may cause you to experience gas and bloating, so it's a good idea to add in more fiber a little at a time. For instance, at each meal, you might reach for a high-fiber food such as: Berries and other fruits, especially those with edible skin, such as apples and grapes. Dark, leafy green vegetables like collard, mustard, and beet greens, as well as Swiss chard. Vegetables such as broccoli, spinach, carrots, cauliflower, Brussel sprouts, artichokes, and green beans. Beans and other legumes such as kidney, navy, garbanzo, pinto, lima, and white beans, as well as lentils and black-eyed peas. Whole, unprocessed grains, like brown rice, popcorn, steel-cut oats, and barley, as well as whole-grain bread and high-fiber cereals. Seeds and nuts such as pumpkin, sesame, sunflower, or flax seeds, as well as almonds, walnuts, and pecans. Eat a serving of prunes, then wait a few hours. Prunes, which are actually just dried plums, are a sweet treat that's high in fiber. In addition, they also contain sorbitol, a sugar that naturally helps relieve constipation. Sorbitol is a mild colonic stimulant that helps you pass your stool faster, which decreases the risk of constipation. A single serving is 3 prunes, or about 30 g. If you don't like the wrinkly texture or unique taste of prunes, you can drink a small glass of prune juice. However, prune juice has less fiber than prunes. After you eat a serving of prunes, allow them to pass through your digestive system before you have any more. If you eat too many, you may experience diarrhea. However, if you haven't experienced relief within a few hours, it's fine to eat another serving. Avoid cheese and dairy products. Cheese and dairy products usually contain lactose, which can cause gas, bloating, and constipation for some people. If you're having trouble with constipation, cut cheese, milk, and most other dairy products out of your diet until you're feeling better. If you normally tolerate them well, however, it's fine to start adding them back in once your bowels are moving regularly again The exception to this is yogurt, especially yogurt containing live probiotics. Yogurt that contains probiotics such as Bifidobacterium longum or Bifidobacterium animalis has been shown to promote more frequent and less painful stool passing. Consume bulking agents to help your body pass stool more easily. There are several mild herbs that will add bulk and soften your stool, helping you get relief from constipation. You can often find these supplements in capsule, tablet, and powder form at health food stores and some pharmacies. Some may also be available as teas. Take these bulking agents with plenty of water, and always talk to your doctor before you add a new supplement to your diet, especially if you're on other medications or you're pregnant or breastfeeding. Psyllium comes in many forms, including powder and caplets. It is also the active ingredient in commercial preparations such as Metamucil. The dosing amount will depend on the product you use, so read the label carefully. Try stirring 1 tbsp (7 g) of ground flaxseed into your breakfast cereal for an easy way to add extra fiber and omega-3s into your diet. You can also add it to baked goods like bran muffins, or use it as topping on yogurt. Fenugreek is a type of legume that's high in fiber, and fenugreek supplements are often sold in capsule form. Taking a capsule once a day can stimulate a bowel movement and help you pass your stool more smoothly. However, it's unknown whether fenugreek is safe if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, or for small children, so talk to your doctor before you use it. Take castor oil for short-term relief. It might not taste very good, but this old-school remedy for constipation has stood the test of time for a reason. Castor oil is a stimulant laxative, which means it encourages your body to pass a stool by causing your intestinal muscles to contract. It can also lubricate your bowels so the stool may slip out more easily. A dose of castor oil for an adult is 15-60 ml. If you're not used to taking it, however, you should start at a lower dose. It should work within 2-3 hours, but it's best to only take 1 dose a day in case it takes longer than that to work. Castor oil is generally considered safe. However, you should take only the recommended dosage. You should consult your doctor if you have appendicitis or intestinal blockage. Do not use castor oil if you are pregnant. Castor oil can cause a variety of rare but unpleasant side effects if you take too much, so follow the dosing instructions carefully. Side effects may include abdominal cramps, dizziness, fainting, nausea, diarrhea, skin rash, shortness of breath, chest pain, and tightness in the throat. Contact Poison Control or emergency medical services if you have taken too much castor oil. Take a magnesium supplement or magnesium-based laxative. Magnesium helps to draw water into your bowel, which can soften your stool and make it easier to pass. However, consult with your doctor before taking magnesium supplements, as it can interact with medications such as antibiotics, muscle relaxants, and blood pressure medications. In addition to dietary sources, such as broccoli and legumes, there are several other ways to take magnesium, including: You can take magnesium by adding 1 teaspoon (10-30 g) of Epsom salt, or (magnesium sulfate) to 6–8 fl oz (180–240 ml) of water. This mixture may taste unpleasant, but it may relieve your constipation in as little as 30 minutes. Magnesium citrate is available in tablets and oral suspensions. Take the recommended dosage as marked on the package or as recommended by your doctor or pharmacist. Drink a full glass of water with each dose. Magnesium hydroxide, also known as milk of magnesia, is also effective at treating constipation. Take mineral oil to help your stool pass smoothly. Liquid mineral oil will coat your stool with an oily, waterproof film. This will help the stool retain moisture so it can move smoothly through your colon, so you may find that you have relief from your constipation in just a few hours. You can find mineral oil at most pharmacies and drug stores. Mix the dose with an 8 fl oz (240 ml) of cold water or juice, then drink the whole thing. It may also be helpful to drink a second glass of water or juice, as well. Do not take mineral oil without first consulting a doctor if you have any of the following conditions: food or medication allergies, pregnancy, heart failure, appendicitis, trouble swallowing, stomach pain, nausea or vomiting, rectal bleeding, or kidney problems. Do not give mineral oil to children younger than 6, and don't take mineral oil regularly. Regular use can cause dependency on its laxative effect. It can also keep your body from absorbing enough vitamins A, D, E, and K. Do not take more than the recommended dosage of mineral oil. Overdose can cause severe side effects, including abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. If you have taken more than the recommended dose, seek emergency medical assistance. Don't combine multiple laxatives in a single day. It's important to give a laxative time to work properly. This can take several hours, and in some cases, it may take even longer. For that reason, it's important that you don't mix different medications, herbs, or supplements that have a laxative effect. If they work too well, you could experience severe diarrhea, which could lead to dehydration. However, it's fine to take a laxative in addition to making dietary changes like avoiding dairy or eating more fiber. Be sure to drink extra water if you take any sort of laxative, since you could become dehydrated. Incorporate yogurt or fermented foods into your daily diet. Try adding a cup of yogurt to your daily diet to see if that helps you regulate your bowel movements. Yogurt contains live bacterial cultures, called probiotics, that create the right environment for your digestive system to stay healthy. The bacteria in yogurt are thought to alter the microflora in your gut. This reduces the amount of time it takes for your food to be digested and move through your system. Check the label to make sure the yogurt you buy has “active cultures” of live bacteria. Without live cultures, the yogurt will not have the same effect. Other fermented and cultured foods such as kombucha, kimchi, kefir, and sauerkraut also contain beneficial bacteria that may aid in digestion and relieve constipation. Avoid processed foods. Processed foods and fast food can contribute to chronic constipation, so stay away from them if you're having trouble passing a bowel movement. These foods are often high in fat and low in fiber and do not offer much nutrition. Foods to avoid include: Processed or enriched grains. White bread, pastries, many pastas, and breakfast cereals often include flour that has been stripped of much of its fiber and nutritional value. Look for whole grains instead. Sausage, red meat, and luncheon meats often contain a high level of fat and salt. Look for lean meats such as fish, chicken, and turkey. Potato chips, french fries, and similar foods do not offer much nutrition and have very little fiber. Go for roasted or baked sweet potato fries or air-popped popcorn instead. Get more exercise. A sedentary lifestyle may cause weakness in your intestines, making it hard to pass waste regularly. Even adding in 10-15 minutes of exercise each day can help your body stay regular. Walking, swimming, jogging, and yoga are all great options to get your body moving, even if you're not used to getting a lot of exercise. Don't delay your bowel movements when you need to go. Even if you're out in public, it's important not to try to hold in your stool when you feel the urge to go. If you do try to ignore that you need to pass a bowel movement, it could make it harder for you to go later. There is a wide range of what is considered "normal" for bowel movement frequency. Many people average 1-2 bowel movements per day, but others may go only 3 times a week. As long as your body feels comfortable, there's no need to worry about how often you have a bowel movement. Don't use stimulant laxatives more often than 2-3 times a week. Overusing laxatives, especially stimulant laxatives, can cause your body to become dependent on them, which means it may become even harder to have a bowel movement naturally. Do not use laxatives every day. If you have chronic constipation, consult your physician for alternative treatments. Long-term use of laxatives can also lead to an electrolyte imbalance in your body. Get care immediately if you have severe pain or blood in your stool. If you're experiencing severe abdominal pains or cramping, or if you have bloody or tarry, black stool, see your doctor as soon as possible. This can be a sign of a serious condition such as a perforated bowel. Once your doctor determines the cause of your symptoms, they can recommend the right course of treatment. If you have any of the following symptoms, ask your doctor for a same-day appointment or visit an urgent care center: Bleeding from your rectum Blood in your stool Persistent pain in your abdomen Bloating Problems passing gas Vomiting Lower back pain Fever See your doctor if you haven’t had a bowel movement in more than 3 days. You may need stronger laxatives that are available by prescription. Additionally, your doctor can rule out potential underlying conditions that may be causing your constipation. Your doctor can offer you treatments that aren't available over the counter. Laxatives usually start to work in about 2 days. Additionally, you shouldn't take them for longer than a week. Visit your doctor for chronic constipation that doesn’t improve with self-care. If you've been experiencing constipation several days a week for at least 3 weeks, then it's considered chronic. Your doctor can help you figure out why you're constipated so often. Plus, they can offer you additional treatment options, like prescription laxatives, that can help you have better bowel movements. Tell your doctor what type of diet and lifestyle changes you've made. They'll likely recommend some different things you can try to help you relieve your constipation. Talk to your doctor if you have a family history of colon or rectal cancer. Getting constipated is a normal issue that will most likely go away if you make changes to your diet or lifestyle. Although you likely don't have a serious health issue, it's best to discuss your medical history with your doctor. They can help you recognize the signs of a serious condition so you can treat it early. Your doctor will most likely recommend continuing your self-care regimen to relieve your constipation. However, it's always better to be safe when it comes to your health.	Drink more water. Add more fiber to your diet gradually. Eat a serving of prunes, then wait a few hours. Avoid cheese and dairy products. Consume bulking agents to help your body pass stool more easily. Take castor oil for short-term relief. Take a magnesium supplement or magnesium-based laxative. Take mineral oil to help your stool pass smoothly. Don't combine multiple laxatives in a single day. Incorporate yogurt or fermented foods into your daily diet. Avoid processed foods. Get more exercise. Don't delay your bowel movements when you need to go. Don't use stimulant laxatives more often than 2-3 times a week. Get care immediately if you have severe pain or blood in your stool. See your doctor if you haven’t had a bowel movement in more than 3 days. Visit your doctor for chronic constipation that doesn’t improve with self-care. Talk to your doctor if you have a family history of colon or rectal cancer.
https://www.wikihow.com/Celebrate-a-13th-Birthday	How to Celebrate a 13th Birthday	Turning 13 is exciting, and there are tons of fun ways to celebrate becoming a teenager! If you want to keep things low-key, invite a small group of friends for a sleepover. You can eat pizza, watch a movie, do makeovers, or play video games. If it's warm, you could also invite people to the beach, have a picnic, or head to the pool. If you'd rather have a bigger party, consider going bowling, laser tag, or visiting a theme park. Alternatively, you could have a camp-out in your backyard or have a themed birthday party, like the 90s or Prom! Whatever celebration you choose, make sure to run it by your parents before you send out invites.	Get a group of friends together. After all, the more, the merrier. It doesn't matter if it's 2 or 12, just having a few friends around will make everything more fun. Try to make it a number that's big enough for group activities but small enough to be manageable and still fun. If you're not sure how many to invite, plan your night and then pick a number. Sometimes it will determine itself -- how many people you can fit in the car, an even number for teams, or the amount of chairs you have in your basement. Chow down. Go out to eat to your favorite restaurant, stay in and order pizza, ask your parents to cook dinner for you or cook it yourselves! Basically, feed your hungry friends and have fun messing around with them, not worrying about school or drama. Good food can make a good start to a great party. It's a great idea to keep your friends busy -- everyone can build their own personal pizza with crazy toppings, decorate a cake, or build their own sandwiches or sundaes. Or just make mom and dad take care of it! Once everyone is fed, you can plan the rest of your party. Relax and watch a movie either at the cinema or at your house. Comedies are great with your friends! And then afterward, have everyone spend the night, staying up as late as possible. Who can make it to sunrise? Sure, there's already No Sleep Thursday, but it can be any day of the week. Movie marathon, perhaps? If you're staying up late, make sure you have plenty of sugar to stay awake, lights to keep you awake, and things to keep you from getting bored and sleepy. You'll have a soda-can pyramid large enough for Facebook in no time. Mountain Dew fort, anyone? Do makeovers with your friends. If they're girls (or boys who wear make-up...), of course! Invite some friends around to your house, have them bring their make-up and get going on making each other beautiful. Who cares if you look silly? You'll still have fun giggling at the photos! While you're making each other over, have a good chat about school, other friends, boys, movies, music, celebrities - anything! You could also make this super ridiculous, too. Bright blue eyeshadow, red lips -- the kind of stuff you see in those terrible glamour shots. Then take pictures and have a sort of fashion show, pretending to be haute couture models. Do each other's make up with crazy colors, glitters, and hues. Hit the mall. Save your money during the weeks before your party (and ask your friends to do the same) and get to shopping. Have fun trying on new outfits, even if you can't afford them! Heck, walk into stores you would never walk into and try on things you would never wear. But don't let the salesperson know! If not the mall, what kind of shop could you just go crazy at? It's your day! Do you go nuts in bookstores? Would you love to spend hours trying on jewelry? Painting pottery? Outlet stores? Thrift shopping? Go swimming. You probably live pretty close to the pool or to the beach -- provided it's not winter, of course. If it's doable, make an entire day of it. Have each friend bring some snacks, their towel, and spend the day playing pool games and soaking up the sun. When everyone's tired of swimming, you can play backyard or beach games and have a barbecue or a bonfire. Make sure your friends are cool with this! Some people either don't like it, can't swim, or are uncomfortable being in swimming suits. Run it by your friends first if this is how you'd like to celebrate your birthday. Hang out, sing karaoke and play video games. You can make your own karaoke joint in your basement! Buy or rent a machine (or find a friend that has one) and become a pop star for one night. When everyone's vocal chords are tired, start getting some competitive gaming on. Make sure your parents are cool giving you control of part of the house! Let them know your plans so they don't worry and, more importantly, don't walk in every 5 minutes to check what's going on. Play some new party games. They're not just for babies -- games can get any party going, can break the ice, and get everyone laughing. But you probably don't want those old games you've been playing for years. Here are some new ideas! Go for a scavenger hunt. Have your parents (or any outside source) hide things around the house/neighborhood. Two teams could look for different clues and it could be a race to see who gets the last clue first. Go for a photo scavenger hunt. Two teams each have a camera and take five or six photos in a given amount of time. They then exchange cameras and the other team has to recreate the photos in the exact same position in the exact same place. If you can travel around town, find a place they might not recognize! Play balloon dare. Write dares on little pieces of paper, insert them into balloons, and blow them up. Then people have to go around choosing balloons and popping them, one at a time, completing the dare inside. But don't be too mean -- make the dares doable and only a little nerve-wracking! Go to the park. Invite 5-12 friends and all go down to the park for a day. Take a massive picnic, nail polishes, towels to sunbathe on and lots of sunglasses. Take a few footballs or other balls to kick around too. If there's an outdoor pool near you, you could do the same idea there, chill out on the grass near the pool and take a dip if you get hot. After you could all go home and have dinner, eat cake and then have a few of your friends stay for a sleepover. Don't forget the cake! Because whether you're 3, 13, or 103, cake is part of any good birthday. When all is said and done (you might not want to have everyone in cake comas before you go laser tagging), bust out the cake and ring in your new year. Cakes and cupcakes are becoming so trendy, you could probably get one in any flavor you can imagine. If you're having a party, you might want to provide a few other things for your guests, too. Drinks (water, soda), cake (possibly different flavors or an alternative for those who don't like it or are allergic), and snacks will keep your guests from leaving for the nearest Mickey D's. Go bowling. Split the party into two groups and see who will win the game -- what should the winners get? Everyone can bowl -- and those who aren't good at it usually can have fun laughing at themselves. See if there's a late night party night going on for the weekend of your birthday. Sometimes it's cheaper, too! Bowling alleys usually have pool tables, dart boards, and an arcade, too! Not to mention the awesome, greasy bowling alley food. So when you're tired of repeatedly throwing a ball at 10 little pins, there will be more to do a hop, skip, and a jump away. Go laser tagging. Just like bowling, it's something everyone can do. And who doesn't like shooting people? If you have enough people for teams (and an even number), why not? Your birthday will get everyone's blood pumping for sure. Being active is always good -- especially if it's a little out of the ordinary. Try going to a skateboarding park, playing frisbee golf, volleyball, going for a hike, or boating. Do something you don't normally do! Get pampered. Either save up your money for a professional treatment during the weeks before your party, ask your parents to pay for it as your birthday present or use your own beauty products and make over each other at your house! There are plenty of treatments to choose from and you'll feel great afterwards! Even if you can't afford a trip to the spa, don't let that stop you! You and your friends can give each other mani-pedis, do facials (grab the cucumber slices!) and start a massage line! You get first position, of course. Have a camp-out. Just camping in your backyard works best at a party, just in case anyone wants to go inside the house during the night. You can sit around the fire, playing games, eating and drinking, telling stories, playing guitar, and enjoying the night sky, flickering flames, and good company. Remember the marshmallows! The main thing that ruins a good bonfire is running out of wood and kindle. Make sure you have enough matches/lighter fluid and newspaper/wood/things to burn to keep the night going. And enough hot dogs, s'mores supplies, and soda! Go to a theme park. Sometimes staying at home, going to the movies, or to the cinema just isn't special enough. Take the day to a theme park! Just make sure all your friends have the entire day free, have some pocket change for food, and like roller coasters! If the nearest theme park is a bit far away, ask your parents if you and a few friends can stay the night at a nearby hotel and make the weekend of it. You can pack sandwiches, an overnight bag, and get all the free coffee and shampoo you want! Now that's a birthday. Do something totally different. Instead of the basic "go to the movies," or "go to a restaurant," do something you almost never do. Go horse back riding (as long as you and your friends can horse ride!). Go to a comedy show or live theatre. Paint mugs. Go to the aquarium. Dress up in prom wear. Why do what you do every weekend? Anything normal can be made not normal with just a tweak or two. Go to your favorite restaurant, but dress up like you're going to hit the clubs. Hit the theme park with a list of 100 different things to do and go crazy getting it done. Turn making dinner into a cooking show. It's all in your imagination! Have a theme party. One short trip to Pinterest will give you hundreds and hundreds of ideas. You don't need to do your classic "white trash bash" or "90s" party. It's 2019 and it's time to get creative. Have a glow party. Thrift store prom. Sandwich party. What have none of your friends ever done? Talk to your parents about what's doable and what's not. Having a money party might be difficult, you know? So throw them a list of ideas and find out what you both think would be doable and fun. Go to a sports game. Whether it's spring, summer, winter, or fall, there's probably something going on where you and your friends could go cheer, eat popcorn, and get rowdy. Does your area have a league for baseball, hockey, soccer, football or basketball? Local leagues generally have cheap tickets and the games can be a lot of fun and totally energizing. Make it extra fun by bringing soda, snacks, blankets, and chairs. It's like a picnic that comes with its own entertainment! Bring some travel games, too, in case the game has long breaks and you and your friends need to kill time. Hit a concert or show. If you're celebrating on the weekend, there's probably something nearby that could be fun -- even if you're not sure! Take the chance on a band you've never seen or a show you've never heard of. Look up what's happening in your area and buy tickets as soon as possible. Make a night of it! Sometimes concerts go late and can be expensive. Be sure to clear everything by your friends first before you make plans. They may be thinking pizza and video games when you have a lot of crazy ideas planned. But maybe you can change their minds, too!	Get a group of friends together. Chow down. Relax and watch a movie either at the cinema or at your house. Do makeovers with your friends. Hit the mall. Go swimming. Hang out, sing karaoke and play video games. Play some new party games. Go to the park. Don't forget the cake! Go bowling. Go laser tagging. Get pampered. Have a camp-out. Go to a theme park. Do something totally different. Have a theme party. Go to a sports game. Hit a concert or show.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Superhero-Mask	How to Make a Superhero Mask	To make a superhero mask, start by going online to find a template of the mask you want to make. Then, print out the template and trace the design on your fabric with a marker pen. Next, cut out your mask and decorate it any way you like. Finally, punch a hole in each side of the mask, and tie an elastic band through the holes so it will stay in place when you put it on.	Use a paper template. If you're looking to make the mask of a specific superhero, you'll probably want to use a template to make sure you get all of the details right. You can find a lot of superhero mask templates online, particularly websites like Pinterest. A Google Image search will also turn up templates you can use. When you're choosing a template, keep in mind your own skills. Avoid selecting anything too intricate if you've never made this type of mask before. Trace a mask you already have. If you've already got a mask that you've used before but it's a little beat up, you can use it to trace the same design onto new material. This is also a good option if you're making a group costume and everyone needs the same mask. Design your own mask. If you're good at drawing, you can design your own mask. You can draw the mask of a super hero that everyone knows, or you can draw an original design. This gives you more freedom in how the mask will look. Trace the design. Whether you're using a template or a freehand design, trace it on to the material you've chosen for your mask. You can use a pen or a marker to trace the design. A marker is probably best because it will be easier to see when you're cutting out the design. Cut out the shape of your mask. Once you've traced your design on your fabric, you'll need to cut it out. If you're working with little kids, an adult should do this part. Use a larger pair of scissors, especially if you're using a thicker material like craft foam. Don't worry if you don't cut exactly on the lines you've drawn. When you paint or decorate the mask, these lines will get covered up anyway. Fold the mask in half to make sure that the eye holes you've cut out (and any other holes, depending on the design) are even. Folding it over and then cutting off excess material makes your mask nice and symmetrical. Use fabric for a mask meant for use by little kids. If you're making a mask for kids, a soft fabric like cotton is the best material to use. The mask will be breathable, and it will be more comfortable for little kids. It's also a good choice if you're making a mask for an adult but you'll be somewhere hot, like a party. You can also use felt, although this could be hotter and more uncomfortable on the face. Add extra fabric. If you're making a fabric mask, you can decorate it with fabric accents once you have the basic mask cut out. You can also add fabric to masks made from other materials to give the mask more depth and detail. Use elastic to wear it. Once your mask is complete, you'll need to find a way to attach it to your face. Poke two holes in the side of the mask, and put one end of an elastic band through each hole and tie them off. Make sure you measure the elastic before you tie it off. You don't want the mask to feel too tight or to keep falling off! Measure it by wrapping a piece around your head and making a mark where the elastic ends. Use cereal boxes for a group craft. If you're making superhero masks as part of a superhero-themed party, especially for kids, making them out of a cereal box is a cheap and easy option. Just ask each guest to bring an empty cereal box to the party. Break down the boxes. Before you trace a design onto your cardboard, you'll need to break the cereal boxes down so that they're flat. Simply tear each box open at the places where it's sealed with glue. Use spray paint. If you're using craft foam or cardboard, you can spray paint the mask to give it color. You can use one color or multiple colors, particularly if your mask has an intricate design). If you want to use multiple colors, tape off the edges of the area where you want to paint. This keeps the color in that area. If you are using multiple colors, let each color dry before you move on the next. Putting tape over wet paint will cause the paint to peel off. You should only use spray paint in a well-ventilated area or outside. Attach a stick. Once your mask is finished, you'll need a way to wear it. Using crafting sticks to make a handle by hot gluing a stick to the bottom of the mask. This allows you to "wear" the mask by holding it in front of your face. Use craft foam for durability. If you're designing a mask that you want to last a little longer - for example, if you're using it for Comi-Con or cosplaying - use craft foam. It's very pliable but will also hold its shape well once it's set. Heat the mask. If you're using craft foam, you'll need to make it pliable by holding it over heat. This could be an open flame on your stove or the heat from a hair dryer. You should only need to hold the mask over the heat for a few seconds. Once you feel the foam become pliable in your hand, it's ready for the next step. Shape the mask. One benefit of craft foam is that you can use it to create a mask that's really durable but also fits your face well. Once the foam is warm and pliable, press the mask to your face to shape it to your exact features. You can also use a Styrofoam head – like the kind available at craft stores for designing wigs – to shape your mask. Press the mask onto the Styrofoam head and hold it there with crafters' tape. Spray the mask with a sealant. If you're using craft foam, you'll want to spray the mask with a sealant like Mod Podge, which will help the mask keep its shape and durability. Let the sealant dry completely before you begin to decorate the mask. Decorate the mask. You can use pretty much any decorating supplies to decorate a craft foam mask. You can spray paint it, add other fabrics or things like sequins, or paint it with craft pain. Reseal the mask. If you're using craft foam, you'll want to reseal the mask with Mod Podge again to protect the paint and make the mask more durable. Use spirit gum to attach the mask. Spirit gum is a skin-friendly adhesive that you can place directly on the mask and then press to your face. This allows you to wear the mask without needing a stick or piece of elastic to hold it in place. Choose instructions for specific superhero masks. This can help you to make the mask as close as possible to the original superhero character. 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Trace a mask you already have. Design your own mask. Trace the design. Cut out the shape of your mask. Use fabric for a mask meant for use by little kids. Add extra fabric. Use elastic to wear it. Use cereal boxes for a group craft. Break down the boxes. Use spray paint. Attach a stick. Use craft foam for durability. Heat the mask. Shape the mask. Spray the mask with a sealant. Decorate the mask. Reseal the mask. Use spirit gum to attach the mask. Choose instructions for specific superhero masks.
https://www.wikihow.com/Relieve-an-Itchy-Throat-Without-Medicine	How to Relieve an Itchy Throat Without Medicine	If you need relief from an itchy throat but don't want to use medicine, drink some hot water with fresh lemon juice every few hours to soothe your throat. As an alternative, you can also drink ginger or licorice tea. Along with these beverages, eat a spoonful of raw honey without any additives, as honey can help alleviate an itchy throat. If your throat is still bothering you, try gargling warm salt water for a few minutes every 2 to 3 hours.	Have hot water with lemon. You can sooth an itchy throat by drinking hot water with fresh lemon juice. You may also add honey and fresh ginger root to the hot water to make a soothing, hot beverage for your throat. Drink hot water with lemon every few hours to help soothe your throat. Squeeze half a lemon for every cup of hot water and add one teaspoon of honey and fresh ginger. For an added benefit, you may also add ½ teaspoon of turmeric to the hot water with lemon. Turmeric can help to clean out your throat and relieve any itchiness. Drink ginger or licorice tea. You can also find relief for your throat by preparing ginger tea. You may use tea bags or fresh ginger root. Slice up the ginger root into small pieces and boil it for 10 – 15 minutes. Then, strain out the ginger pieces and consume the liquid to relieve your sore throat. Licorice root has also been known to soothe an irritated throat. You can use licorice tea bags or real licorice root. Slice an ounce of the licorice root into small pieces and let it steep in boiling water for 24 hours. Then, strain out the licorice pieces, add honey, and drink the liquid. Add honey to the tea for extra soothing power. Make a soothing herbal tea. You may try using herbs to make a tea or use herbs in tincture form. Always use high quality herbs from a trusted source. You may drink three to four cups of the tea made from the herbs or consume one to three drops of the herbs in tincture form, three to four times a day. There are specific natural herbs made for the treatment of itchy throat, including: Dong quai ( Angelica sinensis ) Eyebright ( Euphrasia officinalis ) Gingko ( Gingko biloba ) Milk thistle ( Silybum marianum ) Red clover ( Trifolium pratense ) Stinging nettles ( Urtica dioica ) Have hot apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar can help relieve a sore throat and coughing as a result of an itchy throat. Try to use organic apple cider vinegar, mixing a tablespoon of the vinegar in 8 – 10 ounces of water. You may warm up the water until it is hot and add honey to dilute the taste of the vinegar. If you are able to stomach the apple cider vinegar taste, you may add less water and drink the vinegar straight for a stronger mixture. Some people have trouble with the taste of apple cider vinegar, so adjust the strength based on your preference. Eat a spoon of raw honey. Raw honey on its own has been known to help relieve an itchy throat. Make sure you look for raw honey that has no additives or processed ingredients. You may be able to find raw honey at your local supermarket or your local health food store. Have a spoon of raw honey every few hours to relieve your itchy throat. You can also take 1–2 tsp (4.9–9.9 ml) of elderberry syrup a day to help soothe your throat and boost your immunity. Gargle salt water. You can relieve your itchy throat by gargling warm salt water. You may create your own salt water solution by mixing ¼ to ½ of teaspoon of salt to 1 cup of warm water. Gargling every two to three hours should give you some relief to your scratchy throat. Do not use table salt, as it has added iodine and other additives. To gargle the saltwater solution, sip the solution and hold it in your mouth. Then, open your mouth and swish the saltwater solution around in your mouth. Push air from the back of your throat so the saltwater starts to vibrate and gargle around your mouth and throat. Try not to swallow any of the saltwater, as it can make you sick. Spit out the saltwater after you have gargled it for a few minutes. Use nasal saline to clear your nasal passages of allergens. You can prepare your own nasal saline using either distilled or boiled (and then cooled) water. Add ½ of teaspoon of salt water and ½ teaspoon of baking soda to 8 ounces cup. After you make a solution, put three to four drops into each of your nasal passages. If you don't have a pipette, use a teaspoon to put the solution into each of your nostrils. A teaspoon contains about 5 drops. You could also do a saline rinse if you have a medical syringe, squeeze bottle, or Neti Pot. Have natural throat lozenges. You can also try taking throat lozenges that are made of natural ingredients. You can find all-natural throat lozenges at your local drugstore or online. Most natural throat lozenges contain honey, ginger, or a combination of anti-inflammatory ingredients. Make sure you follow the instructions on the package of the lozenges and take the right dosage every day. Drink lots of fluids. Try to stay hydrated, as dehydration can make your throat worse. Drink lots of water, at least eight to 10 8-oz glasses a day, as well as hot beverages, like herbal teas. You may also get fluids by drinking hot soup or other hot liquids as part of your meals. Doing this can help you stay hydrated. Keep your tongue and mouth clean. You can also do a good brushing and cleaning of your mouth to remove any bacteria that may be causing your itchy throat. If your itchy throat is the result of an allergic reaction, such as a seasonal allergy, brushing your tongue can help to remove pollen that may be causing your itchy throat. You may also gargle with saltwater after each brushing to really clean out your mouth. Make sure you also stick to a consistent flossing routine to remove any bacteria or food debris in your mouth. If your work causes you to be exposed to irritants — such as cement dust while working construction, or particles in pulp mills — wear a dust mask to prevent inhalation of the particles. Avoid airway irritants such as tobacco smoke or dry, cold air. Environmental factors like smoking, pollutants, and dry, cold air can cause inflammation that may irritate your throat. If you smoke, quitting can reduce throat irritation. If you have to go out in cold, dry air, wrap a scarf around your mouth. If the air in your home is dry, try investing in a humidifier. You may actually experience a temporary increase in itching after you quit smoking. This may be because nicotine can have a desensitizing effect. Ride this period out by gargling with saltwater and the itching will soon subside. Steam your face. You can also soothe your itchy throat with the help of added moisture and humidity. You may use a face steamer to help relieve your itchy throat or put a pot of water on the stove to boil and place your face into the steam. Another easy option is to take a long steam shower with the bathroom door closed and breathing deeply in the shower to soak up the humidity in the air. You may also set up a humidifier in your room. It may be easier to sleep at night with an itchy throat if the air is moist and humid in your bedroom. Have green, leafy vegetables. Have more dark green, leafy vegetables like kale, spinach, collard greens, and Swiss chard in your diet to ensure you are getting enough nutrients. Opt for yellow and orange vegetables as well, as such carrots, peppers, and yams. Consume more cabbage, beets, nettles, and bamboo shoots. Having more vegetables in your diet will keep you healthy and help your body fight off the mucus in your throat. Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats like fish and olive oil can help boost your immune system. Consume garlic and onions. Put more garlic and onions in your meals. You may add raw garlic and onions to salads or saute garlic and onions with your vegetables. You can also roast garlic in the oven and consume it whole. Both garlic and onions have vitamin C and antioxidants that should aid your immune system to fight whatever causes your itchy throat, whether it is an allergy or an infection. Get your itchy throat diagnosed. Your itchy throat may be the result of an allergy to a certain food. If you are allergic to a specific food and one of your symptoms is an itchy throat, you should avoid eating this food. You can visit an allergist to confirm your allergy and test for other common food allergies, such as wheat, dairy, and shellfish.	Have hot water with lemon. Drink ginger or licorice tea. Make a soothing herbal tea. Have hot apple cider vinegar. Eat a spoon of raw honey. Gargle salt water. Use nasal saline to clear your nasal passages of allergens. Have natural throat lozenges. Drink lots of fluids. Keep your tongue and mouth clean. Avoid airway irritants such as tobacco smoke or dry, cold air. Steam your face. Have green, leafy vegetables. Consume garlic and onions. Get your itchy throat diagnosed.
https://www.wikihow.com/Calculate-Inventory-Turnover	How to Calculate Inventory Turnover	To calculate inventory turnover, define a time frame to measure, which can be anything from a single day to a fiscal year. Then, figure out the cost of goods sold (COGS) during that time period by checking your financial records. Next, divide COGS by your average inventory value during the time period you're analyzing. Your average inventory is the average monetary value of goods that haven't been sold during the given time period. Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) divided by Average Inventory = Inventory Turnover.	Choose a time period for your calculation. Inventory turnover is always calculated over a specific period of time — this can be anything from a single day to a fiscal year — even the entire lifespan of the business. However, inventory turnover can't be an instantaneous snapshot of a business's performance. While it's possible to define the value of a business's inventory at any specific moment, cost of goods sold is meaningless as an instantaneous value, so a specific length of time must be chosen. Let's follow along with an example problem as we proceed through this section. Say that we own a coffee wholesaler company. For our example problem, let's choose a time span of one year of this coffee company's operation. In the next few steps, we'll find the inventory turnover for this one-year period. Find your cost of goods sold for the time period. After defining a time period, your first step is to find your cost of goods sold (or "COGS") during this period. COGS represents the direct cost of creating your goods. Usually, this means the manufacturing cost of your goods plus any labor costs directly related to manufacturing them. COGS doesn't include costs like shipping and distribution that aren't directly related to the creation of the goods. In our example, let's say that we had a high-yield year for coffee, having spent $3 million on seeds, pesticides, and other expenses related to growing coffee beans and $2 million on labor costs from cultivating the seeds. In this case, we could say our COGS is $3 million + $2 million = $5 million. Divide your COGS by your average inventory. Next, divide COGS by your average inventory value during the time period you're analyzing. Your average inventory is the average monetary value of all of the goods you have sitting on warehouses and on store shelves that haven't been sold during a given time period. The simplest way to find this is to add your starting inventory value for the time period you chose to your ending inventory value and divide by two. However, using additional data points in between can give you a more accurate value for your average. If you use more than two data points, add all of the values together, then divide by the number of data points to find your average. Let's say that, in our example, at the beginning of the year we had $0.5 million worth of coffee beans stored as inventory in our warehouses. At the end of the year, we had $0.3 million worth of beans. (0.5 million + 0.3 million)/2 = an average of $0.4 million in inventory. Next, divide COGS by average inventory to find our inventory turnover. In our example, COGS is $5 million and average inventory is $0.4 million, so our inventory turnover for the year is $5 million/$0.4 million = 12.5. This quantity is a ratio and has no units. Use the formula Turnover = Sales/Inventory only for quick estimates. If you don't have the time to run through the standard equation described above, this shortcut can give you an approximate value for your turnover inventory. However, most businesses prefer to avoid using this equation as its results can be inaccurate. Since sales are recorded at the cost offered to consumers but inventory is recorded at lower wholesale costs, this equation can make your inventory turnover look higher than it actually is. As a general rule, this equation should only be used for quick estimates — use the one above for serious tasks. In our example, let's say we totaled $6 million in sales over the last year. To find inventory turnover with the alternative equation above, we would divide this by the ending inventory listed above $0.3. $6 million/$0.3 million = 20. This is significantly higher than the value of 12.5 we obtained with the standard equation. Use multiple inventory data points for a more accurate answer. As noted above, finding your average inventory from your beginning and end inventory values can get you an approximate average for your inventory, but this value will not take into account inventory fluctuations throughout your time period. Using additional data points will make your value more accurate. When choosing data points, make sure your points are evenly-spaced throughout the time period at regular intervals. For instance, if you're finding average inventory for a year, don't use twelve points from January. Instead, use one point from the first of each month. Let's say that our starting inventory for a year of operating our business is $20,000 and that our ending inventory is $30,000. Using the basic method above, we would get an average value of $25,000. However, just one additional data point can give us a different picture. For instance, let's say we also use a point from the exact middle of the year with a value of $40,000. In this case, our average inventory is ($20,000 + $30,000 + $40,000)/3 = $30,000 — a little higher (and more representative of the actual average) than before. Use the formula Time = 365 days/turnover to find the average time to sell your inventory. With one extra operation, you can find how long it takes you on average to sell your entire stock of inventory. First, find your yearly inventory turnover as normal. Then, divide 365 days by the ratio you got for inventory turnover. Your answer will be the number of days that it takes you to sell your entire inventory on average. For instance, let's say that we have an inventory turnover ratio of 8.5 for a given year. By dividing 365 days/8.5, we get 42.9 days. In other words, on average, we sell an entire stock of inventory about every 43 days. If you found your inventory turnover for a period of time other than a year, substitute the number of days in your time period for 365 days in the formula. For instance, if you had an inventory turnover of 2.5 for the month of September, you would find your average time to sell your inventory by dividing 30 days/2.5 = 12 days. Use your inventory turnover as an approximate measure of efficiency. Usually (though not always) businesses want to sell their inventory quickly, rather than slowly. Because of this, a business's inventory turnover can be used to gain clues about how efficiently a business is operating, especially compared to competitors. However, it's very important to remember that context is important in these sorts of comparisons. A low inventory turnover isn't always bad and a high inventory turnover isn't always good. For example, luxury sports cars don't usually sell very quickly because there's a fairly small market for them. Thus, you might expect an import sports car dealership to have a fairly low inventory turnover rate — they may not even sell their entire stock in a single year. On the other hand, if the same dealership suddenly has a major spike in inventory turnover, this might be a very good thing, but it might be a bad thing, depending on the context — for instance, this may signify a shortage, which can lead to loss of sales. Compare your inventory turnover to industry averages. One useful way to judge a business's operating efficiency is to compare its inventory turnover ratio to the average value for businesses in the same industry. Some financial publications (both in print and online) publish average inventory turnover rankings by industry sector, which can give you a rough benchmark to measure a company's performance against. One such ranking can be found here. However, again, it's important to remember that these values represent industry averages and that, in certain contexts, it may be a good thing to have an inventory turnover significantly lower or higher than the published value. Another handy tool for comparing a business's inventory turnover to industry averages is the BDC inventory turnover calculator. This tool allows you to pick an industry, then find a hypothetical inventory turnover ratio by inputting a business's COGS and average inventory and compare it to the average value for the industry you picked.	Choose a time period for your calculation. Find your cost of goods sold for the time period. Divide your COGS by your average inventory. Use the formula Turnover = Sales/Inventory only for quick estimates. Use multiple inventory data points for a more accurate answer. Use the formula Time = 365 days/turnover to find the average time to sell your inventory. Use your inventory turnover as an approximate measure of efficiency. Compare your inventory turnover to industry averages.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Fist	How to Make a Fist	To make a fist, start by extending all of your fingers forward and keeping them pressed together. Next, curl your fingers in toward your palm so that your bottom knuckles are sticking out and the joints of your fingers are tucked in. Then, fold your thumb over the top halves of your fingers to minimize the risk of damaging your hand when you strike something.	Extend all four fingers. Hold your hand out straight and naturally extend all four fingers. Firmly press all four fingers together, leaving the thumb loose. Your hand should stick straight out as though you are extending it for a handshake. Squeeze your fingers together with just enough pressure to turn them into a solid mass. They should not hurt or feel stiff, but there should be no spaces or gaps between them. Curl your fingers. Bend your fingers into your palm, curling them under until the tip of each finger touches its corresponding base. You are bending your fingers at the second joint during this step. Your nails should be clearly visible, and your thumb should remain loose at the side of your hand. Curl your bent fingers inward. Continue curling your fingers in the same direction so that the bottom knuckles are brought out and the finger joints are tucked in. During this step, you will actually bend the third and outermost knuckles of your fingers. Your nails should partially disappear into your palm. Your thumb should still hang loose during this step. Fold the thumb down. Bend the thumb down so that it falls across the top halves of the index and middle fingers. The exact placement of the thumb isn't too crucial, but it must be tucked under and should never hang loose. If you press the tip of the thumb to the fold of the second knuckle of your index finger, you may actually minimize the risk of damaging the bones in your thumb. Tucking the thumb under the index and middle finger works well and is a more common tactic, but you must make sure that it remains relaxed as you strike. A tense thumb will pull the bones at the base of your hand down and apart, which may increase your risk of developing a wrist injury. Press into the gap. Using the thumb of your free hand, press into the gap created by the inner bend of the second knuckles. This test can help you determine how tight your fist currently is. Make sure that you use the thumb and not the thumbnail. You should be unable to press into the gap with your thumb, but the effort should not cause any pain. If you can break into the fist gap with your thumb, the fist is too loose. If pressing the fist causes considerable pain, the fist is too tight. Slowly squeeze the fist. A second test you can use to gauge the tightness of your fist requires you to gradually squeeze your fist tighter and tighter. Use this test to give yourself an idea of how a properly formed fist should feel. Make a fist and place your thumb against the knuckles of your index and middle fingers. Squeeze your fist a little. The first two knuckles should tighten against each other, but the fist should still feel somewhat loose. This is the tightest your fist should feel as you strike with it. Continue squeezing your fist until the thumb reaches the knuckle of your ring finger. You should feel the first knuckle of your index finger weaken, and your little finger will squeeze inward in a manner that causes the knuckle to collapse inward. At this point, the structure of your fist is too distorted to be effective or safe to use while striking. Turn your wrist. Turn your wrist so that your palm and folded thumb face the ground. The outer third knuckles of your fist should face up. If you made your fist with your hand in a handshake position, you will need to turn your fist roughly 90 degrees when preparing to strike with it. Make sure that the structure and tension of your fist remain consistent as you rotate it. Extend your fist out at a right angle. Your wrist should remain straight as you strike with it, so much so that the front and top of your fist should roughly form a right angle. Your wrist needs to remain firm and steady as you strike with your fist. If your wrist snaps back or twists at an angle, you may damage the bones and muscles there. Continuing to strike after your wrist has been damaged may result in permanent wrist injuries or injuries to your hand. Squeeze the fist as you strike. Squeeze the knuckles together just before and during the moment of impact. Squeeze all of the bones withing the hand together at the same time. By squeezing your fist together, the bones can reinforce one another and work as a solid yet flexible mass. If your bones strike your target as a group of small, individual bones, they will be more brittle and prone to injury. Avoid over-squeezing your hand, however. Doing so can cause the bones of your hand to buckle and collapse upon impact. If the shape of your fist becomes distorted when you squeeze your knuckles together, you may be squeezing too tightly. Note that you should squeeze as close to the moment of impact as possible. Squeezing your fist too soon can slow you down and may make the punch less effective. Rely on your strong knuckles. Ideally, you should make contact with your target using the two strongest knuckles: those of your index and middle fingers. In particular, it is the outer third knuckles of your index and middle fingers that you should focus on using. The knuckles of your ring and pinky fingers are weaker, so you should avoid striking with them whenever possible. Doing otherwise may result in injuries and an ineffective striking technique. If your fist is correctly formed and you are holding your wrist in the correct manner, it should be relatively easy to make contact with your target using only the two strongest knuckles. Relax slightly in between strikes. In between each strike, you can relax your fist enough to rest the muscles in your hand, but you should not allow the little finger to come loose at any point in the process. Do not continue to squeeze the fist after the moment of impact, especially during an actual combat situation. Squeezing your fist after the moment of impact can make your swings slower and may leave you open for counterattacks. Relaxing your fist can preserve the muscles in your hand and improve your endurance.	Extend all four fingers. Curl your fingers. Curl your bent fingers inward. Fold the thumb down. Press into the gap. Slowly squeeze the fist. Turn your wrist. Extend your fist out at a right angle. Squeeze the fist as you strike. Rely on your strong knuckles. Relax slightly in between strikes.
https://www.wikihow.com/Interpret-a-Dream-Involving-a-Whale-or-Dolphin	How to Interpret a Dream Involving a Whale or Dolphin	Dreams are different for everyone, so your own feelings will be the best guide when interpreting a dolphin or whale dream. Whales or dolphins can symbolize different things, so try to imagine how you felt in your dream. For instance, if you were happy and swimming with dolphins, this might mean that you want to be more carefree in your life. Or, if you were scared, it could mean you feel like you're losing control in your life. If you were underwater in the dream, this might be a reflection of your deeper emotional state. On the other hand, if the whale or dolphin was out of water, this might indicate a feeling of uncertainty with your place in the world. In general, whales often symbolize awareness and intuition, and dolphins often represent happiness and joy.	Write down your dream. Interpreting your dream starts with remembering what your dream was about. Developing the habit of writing down your dreams as soon as you wake up is the best way to train your brain to remember the dream. Keep a notebook beside your bed to use as a dream journal. You can also use apps developed for your phone. Some apps even check for patterns, or help with dream interpretation. You can also use a voice recorder on your phone, if writing is hard for you upon first waking up. Think about how you felt in the dream. Your feelings about seeing the whale or dolphin provide useful information about its meaning. For instance, if you felt happy upon seeing a dolphin, or if you were swimming among dolphins with delight, this might mean that you want to be more carefree in your life. If you are scared of a dolphin, it might mean that you're going through a stressful time, and are afraid of losing control. Write down every feeling you have in association with your dream, even if it doesn't make sense. Don't allow your conscious (waking) mind to filter out the messages you're being given by your unconscious (dreaming) mind. If you are the whale or dolphin in your dream, think about how it felt to take that shape. Did you feel more free, confident, happy? Or were you lonely, fearful, and uneasy? Remember that all elements in the dream are potentially meaningful. It's a mistake to focus on only one element of your dream. Pay attention to what the whale or dolphin was doing. Was the whale or dolphin in the water, or was it on land? If you dream about an animal out of its natural habitat, this might indicate that you're feeling uncertain about your place in the world. If it's underwater, be aware that often underwater dreams may symbolize the dark side of human nature, elements of our being that we may not want to look at. Dreaming about a dolphin indicates your willingness to listen to your subconscious, or your emotions. Dolphins are usually inspirational images in dreams, symbolizing optimism and social altruism. Analyze the details of your dream. In a dream, every element is important. When you're trying to interpret your dream involving a whale or dolphin, think about everything you can remember from your dream. Even the most minor dream details have meaning. Some dream interpreters feel that the dreamer is every element within his dream. For example, if you dream about a school of dolphins playfully swimming in the surf until a fishing net captures them, one interpretation would be that you're trying to control your own playful nature. If you dream about trying to save a whale or dolphin, this may mean that you're trying to salvage an important relationship, or some part of yourself that's in danger of dying. Consider symbolism of whales and dolphins. As mammals who live underwater, both whales and dolphins symbolize the merging of the conscious and the unconscious. When either appear in a dream, this may be a sign that it's time for you to act on something you've been holding inside, or speak your truth regarding an issue that's important to you. A whale often symbolizes awareness and intuition. Dreaming of a whale often means its time for you to listen to your inner voice. Because a whale is the largest mammal in the world, dreaming of a whale may symbolize that you're feeling overwhelmed.Do Think about anything specific you can recall about your animal. For example, was the dolphin in your dream swimming alone, or in a group? Did it appear healthy? Or was it sickly? If you dream about a whale or dolphin that is dying, this might mean that you are feeling disconnected from your inner self. Think about what dolphins mean in your life. When did you first see a dolphin? Are you fond of dolphins, or do they make you feel uneasy? Did you have a negative experience at the seaside or on the water, which you might associate with dolphins? If you went to the ocean following the death of a close friend, you may associate dolphins with grief. Because dreams are different for everyone, you are the best interpreter for your dreams. Even though dolphins are often regarded as positive symbols, only you can know what they mean for you. Examine your feelings about whales. Your dreams are unique to you, and your experiences in life. Therefore no two people will share the same dream interpretation. For example, whales might be associated with feelings of calm, independence, and strength for you. Or, you may think of whales as dangerous, "killer whales," or unmanageable fears. A dreamer's life experiences shape the meaning of anything appearing in her dreams. Your feelings will be the best guide to interpreting the meaning of a whale in your dreams. Consider how recent events may affect your dreams. Have you recently watched documentaries involving ruthless animal slaughter? Or have you recently been talking to a friend about going to the ocean? If whales or dolphins have been a part of your waking life recently, they might well recur in your dreams. If your feelings when you see a whale or dolphin in your dream have recently changed, consider whether current events may have created this change. Remember that whales and dolphins, like other dream elements, are not meant to be interpreted literally. Dream interpretation is based in emotions rather than rational thought. If your feelings about whales change in every dream, look to other dream elements for more information. Notice any patterns occurring in dreams. If you have recurring dreams about dolphins or whales, notice whether these dreams have anything in common. For example, are you usually happy to see these images appear in your dreams? Do you usually see them following an narrow escape from something scary? Or are they part of a larger landscape, seen only in the distance? If you have repeated similar experiences in your dreams, it might indicate a strong need to work out a situation in your life. Notice recurring thoughts and feelings as well we recurring images in your dreams. For example, if you have repeated thoughts of, "I'll die if that happens again," think about what you might mean by that. Learn to remember your dreams. Research shows that most adults experience at least 4-6 dreams per night. Dreams occur during REM sleep, a period during which your sleeping brain is as active as it is when you are awake. The best way to remember your dreams is to keep a dream journal. As you become more aware of your dreaming life, you may start to better understand what dream symbols are important for you. There is research that shows how dreams can help you better understand your waking personality. Dreams may even be valuable in diagnosing psychological issues regarding personality dynamics.	Write down your dream. Think about how you felt in the dream. Pay attention to what the whale or dolphin was doing. Analyze the details of your dream. Consider symbolism of whales and dolphins. Think about what dolphins mean in your life. Examine your feelings about whales. Consider how recent events may affect your dreams. Notice any patterns occurring in dreams. Learn to remember your dreams.
https://www.wikihow.com/Diagnose-Heart-Conditions-in-Doberman-Pinschers	How to Diagnose Heart Conditions in Doberman Pinschers	If you think your Doberman Pinscher might have a heart condition like heart disease, watch for unusual shortness of breath, labored breathing, or coughing when resting. Another sign you should look for is a distended or pear-shaped abdomen from fluid building up in the liver. In addition to physical changes, your dog might change its behavior, so be concerned if your dog is unable to exercise, suddenly loses weight, or randomly starts fainting. While all of these symptoms might point to a different health problem, you should still get your dog to a vet immediately if you notice any of them.	Monitor for respiratory distress. One of the symptoms of heart disease includes different respiratory problems. These respiratory problems occur because the heart has trouble pumping oxygen to the body and your dog's heart has to work harder to get blood flowing throughout the body. Your dog may exhibit an unusual shortness of breath, rapid breathing, or labored breathing. If these symptoms persist more than a few days, you should take your dog to the vet. Fluid in the lungs may trigger coughing fits, so your dog may also start coughing while he is at rest. If your dog coughs for more than three days, you should take him to the vet. Your dog also might start panting more than he used to. Look for a distended abdomen. Heart disease may cause your dog to have a distended abdomen. This is due to a build of of fluid in the area due to increased resistance to blood flow, causing fluid to leak out of the blood vessels and accumulate in the body cavities. The abdomen area may start to develop a pear shape. This is due to fluid building in the liver and abdomen area. If your Doberman has a distended abdomen, take her to the vet immediately. Watch for behavior changes. Heart disease is accompanied by some behavioral changes. Your dog may experience weight loss. He may also be unable to exercise as he did before due to restricted oxygen flow. Because of the lack of blood and oxygen circulation, he may become tired sooner than he used to and be less active than he was before. Some dogs also faint because of the heart condition. Many of these symptoms also point to other health problems, so if your dog exhibits any of these conditions, take him to the vet to get checked out. Know the age symptoms generally occur. The signs of heart conditions can occur at anytime, including when Dobermans are puppies. However, most signs start presenting between the ages of four to 10. Symptoms can appear suddenly, which means your dog might go from being seemingly fine to sick very suddenly. Screen your dog yearly. One of the problems associated with heart disease is that in the early stages, there may be no outward signs of a problem. This means the dog has to get regular screening tests in order to pick up signs of a damaged heart before the dog starts to struggle physically. Experts suggest once yearly screening with the dog wearing a 24-hour ECG monitor. This helps to pick up the earliest clues that heart problems may be present. This is important because researchers now have evidence that a drug called pimobendan, when given at the very earliest stage, can extend life. Get a physical exam. If you notice any of the signs of heart disease, get your dog checked by a vet as soon as possible. This helps ensure your dog gets proper treatment. The vet will perform a careful physical examination of her to assess her body condition and to get an overall picture of her health. Have your dog's heart checked. As an initial assessment of the heart, your vet will listen to its beating pattern. Your vet will use a stethoscope to check your dog's heart rate, the heart rhythm, listening for murmurs, and making sure each heart beat is followed by a pulse in the back leg. Listening alone is not sufficient to reach a diagnosis, but if a problem is detected, it raises the importance of conducting further tests. Clues such as a racing heart rate, skipped heart beats, or a heart murmur only develop once the heart has started to struggle, and so only appear in the more advanced stages of heart disease. Perform an extended test for the heart. To investigate further, the vet may run an ECG, which looks at the electrical impulses from the heart. This gives a detailed picture of whether or not the heart rhythm is abnormal. Before signs of heart disease are evident, a ECG is a good screening test to look for the disease. Since irregular heartbeats can be intermittent, a 24-hour trace of your dog's heart is needed before a dog can be given the all clear for that year. This means that your vet will equip your dog with a device like the Holter harness, which is a 24-hour monitor designed for dogs. Unlike an ECG or EKG performed in the vet office, a device like a Holter harness will continuously record the heart for 24 hours whereas an ECG usually only lasts for five minutes. The gold standard for Dobermans is to have a Holter trace taken once a year when he is healthy so as to pick up the first signs early and start medication. Run additional tests. In dogs that are showing physical signs of heart disease, the vet may take radiographs of the dog's chest. This gives information as to whether or not fluid is present in the lungs, which can help the vet decide on the most suitable medication for the dog. A cardiac ultrasound scan is a sensitive and invaluable way of monitoring the progression of the heart condition. It gives a 2D image in real time of the heart's contractions and allows the vet to take measurements, which show how efficient the heart is at pumping. The higher the measurements, the more serious the problem, and the measurements allow the vet to track progression of the disease. Know what dilated cardiomyopathy is. Dilated cardiomyopathy is the most common and most serious heart disease Doberman pinschers develop. When your Doberman has dilated cardiomyopathy, her heart is basically like a balloon that's been stretched and is lacking in tone. This means that the heart no longer has the elastic recoil it once had, which in turn means it's not so good at contracting to push blood around the body. Dobermans can also have septal defects, valve disease, pulmonic stenosis, patent ductus arteriosus, among other heart conditions. Having your Doberman screened for DCM will help your vet detect any other heart conditions as well. Understand this is a genetic condition. Dilated cardiomyopathy is a common condition for the Doberman. Unfortunately, it tends to be severe. It is a genetic condition, where affected parents pass the gene down to their puppies. The condition is connected to genetic mutations in the Doberman pinscher breed. Breeders should not breed any dogs with known heart conditions, especially DCM. When you are buying a Doberman from a breeder, make sure to talk to the breeder about testing for DCM in the parent dogs. Be aware that no symptoms may present. Because of the nature of the heart disease in Dobermans, your dog may never show any symptoms. Sometimes, Dobermans will just die suddenly with no symptoms, or present symptoms and die very soon afterwards. Death from heart disease can even occur in puppies or young dogs. This is why it's so important to get your dog screened so you can discover if he has heart disease and manage it before death or irreversible damage occurs. Know the treatment options. A variety of heart meds are available which can support the heart. However, there is no cure for dilated cardiomyopathy. Once a dog is diagnosed with DCM, the best case scenario is that drugs extend survival time and give the owner more good quality time with the dog before the inevitable decline occurs.	Monitor for respiratory distress. Look for a distended abdomen. Watch for behavior changes. Know the age symptoms generally occur. Screen your dog yearly. Get a physical exam. Have your dog's heart checked. Perform an extended test for the heart. Run additional tests. Know what dilated cardiomyopathy is. Understand this is a genetic condition. Be aware that no symptoms may present. Know the treatment options.
https://www.wikihow.com/Calculate-Federal-Income-Tax	How to Calculate Federal Income Tax	If you need to calculate your federal income tax, start by estimate your adjusted gross income, or AGI. Then you can estimate your taxable income by subtracting allowable deductions from your AGI. After you calculate your tax on taxable income, subtract credits and make other adjustments to arrive at the final net federal income tax amount.	Calculate wages earned. Look at your pay stub from your employer under "gross amount." This is before any other deductions are taken out. Do the same for your spouse's wages and add it to your amount if you are married and plan to file jointly. Multiply the monthly wages by 12 to get the annual amount. If you are paid weekly multiply the weekly gross amount by 52. Alternatively, multiply your monthly or weekly wages by the amount of time left in the year, then add that to your gross year-to-date income. Add any estimated variable income you will receive during the year, such as commissions and bonuses. Subtract income that qualifies as exclusions from tax, such as withholding for employer health insurance plans and pre-tax retirement plans, to arrive at the estimated amount your employer reports on a W-2 form. Add any self-employment income for the year. If you and/or your spouse freelance or own a business you will add the net profit to your regular income. Start with the business income you made last year and subtract expenses from the past year to get the net profit. (This is the number you would have put on last year's taxes.) Then make adjustments for changes in income and expenses to get an estimated net profit for this year. Estimate other investment income. This can include dividends from investments, interest income from bank accounts, net gains or losses from asset sales such as stocks, and net rental income or loss if you own rental property (subtract expenses from the rental income). Then add this amount to your total income. It is always a good idea to keep a log or special file of stock and bond purchases and sales. You will need the amount you originally paid to buy the stock to calculate gains or losses when you sell it. The capital losses may be limited. Rental losses may not be deductible in full. This is because they might be considered a passive loss. If you have rental losses, you may want to consult an accountant or tax consultant. Add in taxable retirement income, if applicable. Estimate income from pensions and annuities, IRA and 401k distributions, and Social Security income using prior year taxable amounts. Refer to IRS Publication 17 for a more detailed coverage of gross income items and what is considered to be taxable for your particular situation. For example, distributions you receive from a Roth IRA are not taxable once you reach age 59½ and your account has been open for at least five years. Subtract allowable deductions. There are several possible deductions you can subtract from your gross income. These include self-employed health insurance, one-half of self-employment tax, traditional IRA deductions, contributions to a Health Savings Account, or alimony paid. Subtracting your allowable deductions from your gross income results in your adjusted gross income (AGI). Determine if you'll get a refund or need to pay taxes. Compare the federal income tax liability that you calculated to your total projected federal income tax withholding and estimated payments for the year. If the federal income tax liability you projected is greater than your withholding and payments, you may have a payment due when you file your tax return. Determine your itemized deductions. Single people are allowed a $12,000 standard deduction and married couples filing jointly are allowed a $24,000 standard for 2018. If you can exceed these numbers you may be able to itemize (list and add up) your deductions and therefore pay less in taxes. Calculate itemized deductions. If you can itemize, the categories allowed are detailed on Schedule A of Form 1040. They include medical and dental expenses, interest paid, gifts to charity, and state and local taxes. Take into account any limitations of these items noted in Schedule A. Your medical expenses must exceed 10% of your adjusted gross income for 2019 and future tax years. For 2017 and 2018, the threshold was reduced to 7.5%. Subtract your deductions. Whether you are using the standard deduction or itemized deductions, subtract the total from your AGI. If you are using the standard deduction, refer to Form 1040-ES for the current year to determine the proper amount based on your filing status. Those who are age 65 or older or blind, or both, can add specified amounts to the standard deduction. If you are self-employed, you may qualify for the new Qualified Business Income Deduction. To learn more about if you qualify for this deduction and how to calculate it, see: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tax-cuts-and-jobs-act-provision-11011-section-199a-qualified-business-income-deduction-faqs. To calculate your taxable income , subtract either your standard deduction or itemized deductions as well as the Qualified Business Income Deduction (if applicable) from your adjusted gross income (AGI). This is what your federal income tax liability is based on. Determine your gross income tax for the current year. Refer to the tax rate schedules in IRS Form 1040-ES and use the schedule that applies to your situation. For example, use Schedule X for single filing status or Schedule Y-1 for married filing jointly. Certain types of income may qualify for a different tax rate, such as long term capital gains and depreciation recapture on real estate. Subtract any tax credits that you qualify for. The most likely credits would be the child and dependent care or the child tax credit (both are subject to limitations). These credits and other possible allowable credits are covered in IRS Publication 17. Additions to the tax include self-employment tax based on self-employment income and penalty for early withdrawal of funds from IRA plans and other qualified retirement accounts. Add these amounts to your gross income tax and you will have your projected federal income tax for the year.	Calculate wages earned. Add any self-employment income for the year. Estimate other investment income. Add in taxable retirement income, if applicable. Subtract allowable deductions. Determine if you'll get a refund or need to pay taxes. Determine your itemized deductions. Calculate itemized deductions. Subtract your deductions. Determine your gross income tax for the current year. Subtract any tax credits that you qualify for.
https://www.wikihow.com/Organize-a-Soccer-Tournament	How to Organize a Soccer Tournament	To organize a soccer tournament, start by budgeting for your event by finding out how much it will cost to rent fields, buy trophies, hire personnel, and provide food. Next, look for sponsors to offset the costs in exchange for promotion of their organization. Once you have the finances workout out, decide on a date that doesn't conflict with other major events, and find an available field. Then, choose a name for your tournament that will attract attention, recruit volunteers, and set the tournament rules.	Prepare an expense plan. You can use a spreadsheet or just make a list that helps you keep track of your tournament expenses. You need to have written documentation for your tournament costs so that you can keep your finances organized and easily explain the costs to your funding sources. Insert all of your figures into a spreadsheet, including a contingency fund. Calculate a total cost for the tournament so that you can plan how to fund it. Try an Excel spreadsheet for easy calculations. Try Google sheets that you can access from any device, making it easier to input expenses from your phone. Find out the market rates of rental facilities. You need to have a general idea of how much it will cost to rent fields for your tournament. Contact your local government, schools, and athletic clubs to ask about available fields and the rental costs. Insert the number range on your spreadsheet. While you're asking about costs, consider getting information about rules and policies. Get an estimate for trophy costs. Your tournament will need trophies, so contact local shops that sell them or go online. You will need to decide if you want to give participation trophies or just rank trophies. Estimate the number of trophies by multiplying the projected number of teams by the average number of team members. Your anticipated number of teams for budget purposes should be the most you can accommodate or the number of teams in your area if you're keeping it local. Calculate the cost of hiring personnel. You will need referees, concession stand operators, security, cleaning crew, and people to help during game transitions. Ask other local organizers for rates they pay or go online for a pay range. Consider asking for volunteers to referee, clean up, or work the concession stand. You may be able to make it a condition for entering the festival that the team provides a certain number of parent volunteers during times the teams are not playing. Determine concessions costs. A concession stand can bring in a lot of money for your organization, but you need to supply it with snacks and drinks. Calculate these costs and any related costs, such as renting a booth or table. Remember to ask about permits and codes if you plan to cook food in the concession stand. Consider ordering pre-made food such as pizza, and include that expense in your budget. Look for sponsors. Sponsors can offset a lot of your costs if you're willing to promote other organizations or events. You may even be able to partner with another organization to share the costs and the proceeds. Make sure that you get any sponsorship deals in writing and fulfill your side of the bargain. You may be able to sell advertisements as a form of partnership. These ads can be placed on t-shirts, signs, or promotional materials that you use to advertise the tournament. Consider placing signs around the edges of the field. Choose a date. Before you can book your venue, you'll need to choose a date so that you can make sure that the location you want is available on the day or weekend you plan to host the tournament. Your tournament should not conflict with other tournaments, and it will probably attract more established teams if you choose a date during the normal soccer season in your region. You may need to have your tournament over a weekend, depending on how many fields you have and how many teams you plan to accommodate. Make sure that you budget enough time for games. Find an available field. Your tournament will need to allow for at least one playing field, though more fields will allow for more teams to enter. Refer to the list of fields you called during budgeting to choose the best one. Call local facilities, particularly those that already host soccer games. Consider how many teams will be playing in your tournament to help you find your field needs. You may be able to get the field for free as a sponsorship opportunity. For example, a local school may allow you to use their field if you promote them as a sponsor. Make sure that your field has seating. Your tournament will draw spectators who will want a comfortable means of watching the teams play. Don't count on your spectators to bring their own seating. You need to choose a field that has seating, such as stands. Check for adequate bathrooms. The field you choose should have nearby bathrooms. If you think that you won't have enough bathrooms to accommodate your event, consider renting porta potties. You may also want to provide changing facilities. Ask about the requirements to use the field. You will likely need to purchase insurance for your tournament's use of the field, so ask the field owner how much insurance you will need to purchase. You also need to find out what you need to do to prepare the field and clean it after the tournament. Name your tournament. Choose a name that will attract attention and tell people what kind of tournament it is. Depending on the size of your area or the type of your organization, you may want to include the area's or organization's name in the tournament. Teams are more likely to want to participate in a tournament that sounds elite or like it's for a good cause, so keep that in mind. For example, if you are raising money for something like a charity or school playground, you could call your tournament “St. Marks Playground Benefit Soccer Tournament.” Alternatively, a tournament in a large area could be called “Uniting Houston Soccer Tournament.” If you want to try something fun, you could name it “Just for Kicks Soccer Tournament.” An elite tournament name could be “Bay City Cup Soccer Tournament.” Recruit volunteers. Using volunteers will allow you to collect more proceeds since you won't have to hire as much staff. Contact local colleges and civic organizations to look for volunteers to help with refereeing matches, serving concessions, picking up trash, providing directions to guests, monitoring the area, reminding people of the rules, and other basic duties. If you plan to require teams to supply volunteers, consider that when recruiting. It's better to have too many volunteers than too few. Don't use volunteers for security unless they work in law enforcement or security. Instead, rent a few security officers by the hour. Set tournament rules. By setting rules, you can make sure that you fulfill the obligations that you agreed to when renting the field, such as keeping it clean and not destroying the turf. You can also set standards for good sportsmanship and protect yourself in case of an incident. For example, having established rules can allow you to remove someone who is behaving inappropriately. Example rules include: No littering, no hitting, no profanity, no altering of facility property, and no food on the field. Contact local police and fire departments. Make sure that the authorities know about your tournament in case there's an emergency. You can also ask them if they have any recommendations to keep your tournament safe or if there are any laws that you may not be aware of relating to tournaments like yours. You may want to hire off-duty police officers to serve as your security personnel. Advertise your tournament. Tell the public about your tournament by posting signs or ads about your tournament. Ask local clubs and schools if you can include your tournament in their newsletter or if you can post the information in a location where soccer players or coaches will see it. Be sure to provide details on how to register the teams, such as your email contact and telephone number. Hang fliers in local sporting good stores or near athletic clubs. Publish ads in the newspaper and on local internet sites. Call local soccer organizations. Go to where the teams are to tell them about your tournament. If your area doesn't have a local soccer organization, call the local athletic clubs or little league organizations, depending on your target age group. Organize your own teams. If your area doesn't have established teams, you can still have a tournament if you encourage the community to create their own teams just for your tournament. This can work especially well for adults since many adults enjoyed playing sports as youths but no longer get to play on organized teams as adults. Teams can be built around workplaces, churches, and social groups. Register teams. Have each team provide registration details, including the team name, a team contact, and a roster of players. If your tournament is ordering t-shirts, it's a good idea to have players submit their sizes during registration to make it easier to distribute shirts during the tournament. You can register teams by email or via a website that specializes in registrations. Ask teams to pay all or part of the entry fee at registration so that teams don't back out. Get a team roster so that you know how many trophies to order. Get t-shirt sizes so that you can create a bundle for each team, making it easier to distribute the shirts at check-in. Create a schedule. After registrations are in, build a schedule and tournament bracket that allows each team proper play. Make sure that you have enough time for each game, as well as time to clean up between matches. When you finalize the schedule, make copies so that each team will have access to it on the day or weekend of the tournament. Purchase supplies. Wait to buy supplies until after you have an idea about how many teams will participate. Supplies will include trophies, concessions food, signs, check-in materials, and t-shirts if you have them. You may need to order food in advance, so contact your supplier to find out what you need to do to be ready on tournament day. Set up the field in advance. To be professional, your tournament should be ready to go before participants start to arrive. Go out to the field the day before to make sure that the facility looks good and then get to the field early in the morning to set up the check in table and concessions stands. Tell your volunteers the exact time that they should arrive so that they don't assume that it's at the start of the tournament. Otherwise, you may be setting up alone. Assign all volunteers a specific duty. Your volunteers need to know what their job is and how to properly do it. While some can do double-duty, don't just expect your volunteers to do every job. Set them times to be on duty and where they should be working. For example, a volunteer assignment could be 1 pm-3 pm in the concession stand or 8 am-10 am providing directions near the entrance. Check in the teams at a designated location. A team representative should be expected to come check in with you or your tournament staff. Put the check-in location in a central area, such as near the gates to the field or where most people enter the field from the parking lot. Provide a copy of the tournament rules, the playing schedule, and a map to each team representative. Try using a table or booth to make the check-in area more noticeable. If your tournament has t-shirts, you can distribute shirts during check-in. Bundle the shirts by team name, and then you can hand each bundle to the team's representative.	Prepare an expense plan. Find out the market rates of rental facilities. Get an estimate for trophy costs. Calculate the cost of hiring personnel. Determine concessions costs. Look for sponsors. Choose a date. Find an available field. Make sure that your field has seating. Check for adequate bathrooms. Ask about the requirements to use the field. Name your tournament. Recruit volunteers. Set tournament rules. Contact local police and fire departments. Advertise your tournament. Call local soccer organizations. Organize your own teams. Register teams. Create a schedule. Purchase supplies. Set up the field in advance. Assign all volunteers a specific duty. Check in the teams at a designated location.
https://www.wikihow.com/Apply-Nerium-Day-Cream	How to Apply Nerium Day Cream	Apply Nerium day cream each morning to a clean face. Put 4-5 pumps of the product in your fingers and dab it onto your forehead, cheeks, nose, and neck. Avoid using the cream on the skin around your eyes. Massage the cream into your skin using gentle, circular motions. Then, put on sunscreen and/or makeup, if desired.	Wash and dry your face before using the day cream. If you have makeup on, remove it using cold cream or a makeup-removing wipe. Before applying Nerium day cream, wash your face using your favorite cleaners or warm water and a washcloth. This will help remove any dirt and oil that may have accumulated overnight, as well as any residue from your makeup remover. Pat your face dry with a soft towel after washing it. Put 4-5 pumps of the product on your fingers. Make sure your hands are clean so you aren't transferring dirt or germs to the delicate skin on your face. Using 4-5 pumps should be enough to cover your face and neck in a light layer of the product. Dab the cream onto your face and neck. Use your fingers to lightly dot your forehead, nose, cheeks, and neck with the cream. Try to dab an even amount of the product in each area. You can also use the day cream as a moisturizer on other areas of your body, like your chest. Avoid the area around your eyes. The skin around your eyes is very sensitive. Don't put the cream on your eyelids or near your lower lash line. Focus on the areas above your eyebrows and below your eye socket. If you want to use a product around your eyes, opt for Nerium eye serum. Put it on after using the day cream. Massage the cream gently into your skin. Avoid rubbing your skin vigorously. Instead, gently massage the cream into your skin using circular motions. Start in the center of your face, moving diagonally outward and upward toward the edges of your face. Nerium day cream is sheer and won't leave a residue, so you don't need to worry about sticky skin. Apply the day cream each morning. If you really want to get results from this product, you need to use it every day. Since it is a day cream, apply it in the morning so it can work its magic throughout the day. Avoid putting on extra moisturizer. Nerium not only minimizes fine lines and wrinkles, it also moisturizes your skin. Therefore, there's no need to put on moisturizer either before or after you apply the day cream. Put on sunscreen after applying the day cream. Nerium day cream absorbs quickly and doesn't leave any residue on your skin. After using it, you can put on sunscreen to protect your face from harmful UV rays. It's recommended that you wear sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher every day. Add your makeup next, if desired. If you like to wear makeup, put it on after applying the day cream and sunscreen. Make sure both the day cream and the sunscreen have fully absorbed before putting your makeup on. Your skin should feel dry to the touch. Use non-comedogenic products, particularly foundation and concealer, to keep your skin clear and prevent clogged pores. Remove your makeup each night. At the end of the day, it can be tempting to fall into bed with your makeup on. But you should avoid this at all costs! Keeping your makeup on overnight can lead to clogged pores and breakouts. It also slows down the skin-renewal process, which actually ages your skin. Remove your makeup using cold cream or a makeup-removing wipe at the end of each day. Use Nerium night cream each night to improve your results. Though you can use Nerium day cream alone, it works best if you use it in conjunction with Nerium night cream. After cleansing your face at night, apply Nerium night cream using the same method as the day cream. Take a photo of your face every month to track the results. Take the first photo before using the cream for the first time. Your face should be clean and free of makeup. Each month, try to make the photos as similar as possible, such as using the same location, lighting, background, and camera. That way, when you compare the photos you will be able to clearly see the difference in your skin.	Wash and dry your face before using the day cream. Put 4-5 pumps of the product on your fingers. Dab the cream onto your face and neck. Avoid the area around your eyes. Massage the cream gently into your skin. Apply the day cream each morning. Avoid putting on extra moisturizer. Put on sunscreen after applying the day cream. Add your makeup next, if desired. Remove your makeup each night. Use Nerium night cream each night to improve your results. Take a photo of your face every month to track the results.
https://www.wikihow.com/Follow-Your-Heart	How to Follow Your Heart	The best way to follow your heart is to listen to what you want and not to what your head says other people expect of you so you can be free to do what you care about. Since this is harder than it sounds, practice listening to your heart to ask yourself regularly what you truly feel. You can do this using a technique called “focusing,” which lets you interpret your body's feelings. Start by sitting somewhere quiet, then ask yourself: “What am I feeling under the surface right now?”. Without judgment, let your body respond, and notice things like your tight chest or clenched fists. Try to describe your body's reaction, like “tension” or “restriction”. You can now use your description to assess what's happening in your life to indicate what changes you need to make to stay true to yourself.	Make a list of things you want to accomplish. A "bucket list" can help you figure out which direction your heart wants to go in. Try to set goals that you are likely to be able to accomplish (not "be the first human on Mars"). This list can be a great source of inspiration when you are searching for meaningful events to work toward in your life. If it's truly from the heart, it will reflect some of your deepest interests and aspirations. Create an open space. The first step to getting in touch with your heart in a deeper way is to give your heart the time and space to speak up. It's important to sit still without distractions for your heart to be able to let itself be heard. You may want to create an intentional place where you can go to just sit. If you have an extra room in your house, you can light some candles and create a comfortable environment for this task. Listen to your heart. Once you've set the right conditions, you can begin to do the work of being mindfully open to your heart. You may want to ask yourself a question, such as "what am I feeling under the surface right now?" Wait a while after you ask the question to see if a response bubbles up from your heart. This kind of practice will help your heart, and your inner desire, express itself. You can also use a technique called Focusing, which is great for getting in touch with your body. Here's how to do Focusing: Once you've cleared the space and asked what's going on inside you, pay attention to what your body answers with. Don't try to explore it, just notice it from a distance. For instance, you may feel a tightness in your chest when you ask what's going on underneath the surface. Notice it from a distance. Put a handle on the sensation. This is usually in the form of a word or short phrase. For instance, you can say "tightness" or "chest pressure" or "tension." Keep trying words out until it seems to fit the sensation. Go back and forth between the sensation and the word that describes it. Check and see how they interact. See if the body sensation changes a little bit when you have an accurate name for it. Ask yourself what's causing this sensation. What is it about your life right now that's causing you to feel tight in your chest? Don't grasp for an answer, just let the response bubble up. This may not happen the first time. Focusing can take practice, but this is a great series of steps to help you open yourself to your heart and everything that's going on inside you. Set aside time each day. A hectic life can really dampen your ability to follow your heart. Take time out of your day, every day, for yourself. Don't let anything else impose on this time. What you do with it is up to you, but here are a few suggestions: Meditate. There are a number of mental and physical health benefits to meditating, such as lower blood pressure and lower stress. Try sitting upright for at least 10 minutes in a quiet place. Focus on one thing, such as the sensation of air going in and out of your nostrils, or an object like a pencil. When your attention leaves the object, gently remind yourself to return. Take a long bath. Relaxing in water has similar effects to other relaxation techniques. It's a great way to wind down. You can use this time to reflect on your life, or just enjoy the silence and sensation of a warm bath. Have a coffee date with a friend. You may not get to spend as much time catching up with friends as you would like. Use this "you time" to invite a cherished friend to have lunch or coffee with you. Find interests that activate your heart. Society places a big emphasis on the brain. It says that you should "think before you act" and make good, rational decisions. However, this doesn't leave much room for your intuition or your heart. These things can make life enjoyable rather than routine and efficient. Finding activities that touch your heart can help keep the pathway open, rather than only engaging the world with your brain. For instance, if you like to read, make sure to allow time for reading in your schedule. Ask your friends for recommendations of good books. A poetry collection can be especially evocative. If you're more of a movie buff, check out some highly rated films that will tug on your heart-strings. Spending time in nature is another good option; it can help you feel more alive and in touch with yourself. Seek therapy if it seems helpful. If the problems blocking you from following your heart seem more serious than you can deal with on your own, or with help from a friend, consider seeing a therapist. Many therapists deal with this kind of problem on a regular basis. If you had a traumatic childhood, a bad marriage, or if you've just collapsed under a ton of stress, therapy can help you rediscover your heart and feel more alive. Somatic experiencing therapy is similar to Focusing, where you focus on sensations in your body rather than thoughts and memories. Cognitive-behavioral therapy can help you examine fixed thoughts and beliefs that may be preventing you from following your heart. Find a local therapist by clicking here. Ask friends for help. Sometimes it's hard to break through to where your heart is all on your own. Enlist the help of a friend for this task. You can actually do Focusing with a friend, where you go through the steps together and report what happens. You can also just talk about what's going on in your life right now and express your desire to get more in touch with your heart. See if she has any advice for you. Talking it out can also help, because expressing your emotions in words has a powerful effect. For example, you can say "Hey, I feel like I'm not really following my heart in my life right now. I could really use someone to talk to about this. Would you be willing to help?" Live your own life. It's easy to live our lives in response to pressure from other people, such as friends, family, a spouse, or even kids. If you want to follow your heart, make sure you are living according to your own desires rather than what other people want from you. This is actually one of the most commonly reported regrets from people who are on their deathbeds. Ask yourself, "is this what I truly want, or am I doing it for someone else in spite of myself?" There's nothing wrong with being generous and doing things for other people, of course, but you've got to find a balance where you are being true to yourself when you are being kind and helping others. Otherwise, however good your intentions, you can easily burn out and lose your connection to your heart. Commit yourself to your path. Changing your mind can be an easy way out of difficult situations, but if you always back out, you'll never learn from your mistakes or make any progress. It's important to commit to the path you're on in life. Commitment will give you the strength to carry on in the face of difficulty. Following your heart isn't always supposed to be easy.< If you feel a ton of resistance toward this kind of commitment, whether it's to education or a particular career, then it might be a good idea to examine whether you're really following your heart. Avoid mistaking natural resistance and difficulty with this kind of greater resistance. It's normal to feel disheartened sometimes, even if you're on the right path for you. If you aren't sure if you're doing the right thing, try asking someone you trust, such as a close friend or family member. Clean and organize your personal space. You might be surprised by how much your environment affects your mood. Color, for instance, can have a big effect on how people feel. Make sure your home is clean and well organized. Paint the walls a different color if you don't like them. Decorate with artwork that inspires you and provokes a "beauty response." Have pictures of your loved ones around. Doing these simple home organization techniques will change how you feel and make it easier to access your true desire. Clutter and a poor environment can cause clutter in your mind, which will restrict your ability to follow your heart. Engage in expressive activities. There are a number of creative activities you can do to get in touch with your heart. The goal here is to open yourself to your heart, or your innermost desire. Styles of self-expression like those used in art therapy can help you become more open to yourself and your heart. Here are a few ideas for things you can do: Music. Try joining a choir or taking guitar lessons. Art. Take a painting class or learn how to sculpt. Dance. Enroll in a salsa class or even exercise-dancing classes at the gym. Drama. See if there's any open theater groups around you that you can join. Acting is a great way to express your creativity. Free-write. Life can cause your true desires and your daily routines to get crusted over with obligations and expectations. A practice like free-writing can help you access your heart and begin to develop a closer relationship with this essential part of yourself. Choose a topic and write it at the top of a piece of paper. The topic can be one word, like "travel," or it can be a short statement, like "what I think about traveling." Set a timer for 5 or 10 minutes and try to write about the topic without putting much thought into what you're doing. Don't plan ahead of time. The goal is to let your unconscious mind take over for you rather than letting the control center part of your brain hold the reins. Practice mindfulness. There are two different ways you can live your life: being and doing. The "doing" mode is what many people find themselves stuck in a lot of the time. It's a necessary mode for our fast-paced, high-stress culture, and it's actually very useful for keeping up. However, the "doing" mode can make it hard to listen to your needs and slow down enough to enjoy life. Mindfulness meditation can help you strengthen the "being" mode of your life, which is the mode that will help you begin to follow your heart. Sit in a comfortable, upright position. Get used to this position for a few minutes. Begin to pay attention to what's going on in your experience. You will have a lot of stray thoughts, body sensations, and seemingly random emotional surges. Pay attention to all of these things and anything else that happens, doing your best to take a "curious" stance toward them, where you don't need to react to them. Pretend you're a scientist and you want to observe this experience without intervening. Once you've done this in a safe, quiet, sitting environment, you can try it in your daily life while you're doing other things. Make a big move. Based on your bucket list and overall life goals, decide to make a big move if necessary. This could be going back to school for more education, moving to another city with better opportunities or family close by, or quitting your job to do something that resonates more closely with your heart's desire. It may be a good idea to talk to your friends and family about the move before you start shifting gears, to see what they think and enlist their support. Make small changes. You don't necessarily have to make big changes to change your life and begin to follow your heart. See if there are little things you can do in your daily routine to feel more attuned to yourself and your desire. For instance, you may want to spend more time with your friends, or spend less time in front of the TV. Consult your bucket list to see if there are minor adjustments you can make to your life in order to achieve what you really want out of it.	Make a list of things you want to accomplish. Create an open space. Listen to your heart. Set aside time each day. Find interests that activate your heart. Seek therapy if it seems helpful. Ask friends for help. Live your own life. Commit yourself to your path. Clean and organize your personal space. Engage in expressive activities. Free-write. Practice mindfulness. Make a big move. Make small changes.
https://www.wikihow.com/Grow-Morning-Glories	How to Grow Morning Glories	To grow morning glories, plant each seed in a 1/2 inch deep hole in a part of your garden that gets a lot of sunlight. Then, keep the soil moist until leaves appear. If you started the plants indoors, move them outside after the last frost has passed. Once the plants are around 6 inches tall, give them a stake or trellis to climb up. Finally, since morning glories like dry soil, don't water them if you live in a damp climate. When it's dry, water them once a week.	Purchase or gather morning glory seeds. Buy packaged seeds, or collect the seed pods from a friend's morning glory plant. As morning glory flowers die, they leave behind round seed pods at the base of the flower stem. The pods are ready to pick when they turn papery and brown, and contain dark brown or black seeds. Morning glories cross-pollinate, meaning that plants grown from seed will not necessarily look much like the parent once they grow. Plant seeds after the last frost. If planting outdoors, wait until the last frost has passed and the soil has begun to warm. If you'd like to start the morning glories indoors, plan on starting 4–6 weeks before the last frost. Depending on your local conditions you may be able to plant in late summer if you tend to have mild winters. If it gets cold in September, you probably shouldn't plant. If storing seeds over the winter, keep them in a dry, dark location. Scratch or soak the seeds (optional). Some morning glory seeds are too hard to germinate quickly without help. Most growers either nick the seed with a nail file, or soak the seed overnight in room temperature water, in order to increase the odds of success. Often, you'll have so many seeds on hand that you can skip this step and accept that not all seeds will germinate. Some gardeners argue that soaking can cause rotting or infection, and that shallow planting in moist soil will produce similar results with less risk. Select a permanent growing container or garden spot. Morning glories react poorly to transplanting due to their delicate root systems, so it's best to pick one location and stick to it. If planting in an outdoor container, choose one at least 2 ft (0.6m) wide and 3 ft (0.45m) high for best results. If starting the plant indoors, use a 3 inch (7.6cm) peat pot that can be buried in your garden when you want to move the plant outdoors. Morning glories can be directly seeded outside successfully. Prepare a well-draining soil. Adult morning glories are very tolerant of poor soil conditions, but the seeds need a well-draining growing medium. To achieve this, mix 1 part perlite with 3 parts soil, or mix 1 part salt-free sand with 2 parts soil. Do not mix sand with clay-heavy soil. There's no need to grow these in extra-rich, fertile soil. Rich soil can even lead to fewer flowers in some morning glories, notably "Heavenly Blue" and other Ipomoea tricolor varieties. Plant in shallow holes. Plant each seed in a ½ inch (1.25cm) hole and cover lightly with soil. If planting them directly in a garden plot, spacing depends on the variety's size and on personal preference. Consider planting the seeds 2 inch (5cm) apart, then culling to 6–12 inches (15–30cm) apart once the seedlings reach 3 inches (7.5cm) high. At this height, the seedlings are well-established and less vulnerable to pests. Expose to full sun. Morning glories love sunshine, and will only tolerate very light shade. They should receive as much direct sun as possible, especially while the seedlings are young. Keep indoor plants near a south-facing window (or a north-facing window if you live in the Southern Hemisphere). The ideal soil temperature for germination is about 68–86ºF (20–30ºC). Keep the soil moist until the true leaves appear. Young morning glories may fail to sprout or die if the soil dries out. Keep the soil moist, but not soggy, and wait for germination within 5–21 days (but usually within a week). The seedlings are less vulnerable once the first true leaves appear. (The first leaves to appear are called cotyledons, and look noticeably different than the true leaves.) Move them outdoors (if necessary). If you started your plants indoors, move them outdoors once the seedlings are well-established and the last frost is past. Morning glories are hardier than most plants, but it's still a good idea to start by moving the container to partial shade. Move the plant to a slightly sunnier location every few days, or back to darker shade if you see wilting or sun scorch. Keep the soil moist during this acclimation period. Provide climbing structure as they grow. Once the seedlings are about 6 inches (15cm) tall, provide a stake or trellis for the vine to climb. Alternatively, plant seedlings in a hanging basket and allow the vines to cascade over the edge. Water your morning glory sparingly. Adult plants are very tolerant of dry soil, and may not even require watering at all in wet or cool climates. During hot weather, water once or twice a week. Over-watering can lead to excessive vine growth with few flowers. Provide your morning glory vine with climbing materials. Give them access to a trellis or arbor for shade, or let them grow on a dead tree or post. They cannot climb flat surfaces, so hang plastic netting in front of a wall or solid fence if you'd like the vines to grow there. Give the vines plenty of space; some varieties can grow 15 feet (4.6m) in a single season. Since most morning glory vines die every year, allowing your morning glory to climb living trees is acceptable as the vines will not harm the tree. (Don't try this in areas with mild winters, which morning glories can survive.) Resist using too much fertilizer. Fertilize when your morning glory is first planted, then no more than once a month during the growing season. If you fertilize too often, you will encourage foliage instead of blooms. Check for pests occasionally. Since morning glories have few problems with disease, you should find it easy to keep your morning glory plant healthy. Insect problems are also rare, but it's worth the occasional check for aphids and other insects. Your local nursery can help you address the problem if it occurs, usually with an organic pesticide. Watch the blooming cycle. Morning glories are prolific and long-lasting bloomers, although they sometimes take a month or two to get started. Each individual flower opens in the morning and dies off before the end of the day. This makes morning glories one of the most interesting and beautiful flowers to decorate your garden. Air temperature will alter the color of the bloom and the length of time it stays open. Clear away dead vines in winter. Morning glories can survive a mild frost, but in most climates they will die in early winter. Morning glories are aggressive re-seeders, which is good and bad news from the gardener. You won't need to buy any more seeds for next season, but you might discover that your whole garden starts growing vines. Clear away the dead vines promptly to prevent this. New seeds will usually grow from the same spot, but you may gather seeds to plant by hand just in case. In warm climates where morning glories grow as perennials, you can grow new plants from short cuttings instead.	Purchase or gather morning glory seeds. Plant seeds after the last frost. Scratch or soak the seeds (optional). Select a permanent growing container or garden spot. Prepare a well-draining soil. Plant in shallow holes. Expose to full sun. Keep the soil moist until the true leaves appear. Move them outdoors (if necessary). Provide climbing structure as they grow. Water your morning glory sparingly. Provide your morning glory vine with climbing materials. Resist using too much fertilizer. Check for pests occasionally. Watch the blooming cycle. Clear away dead vines in winter.
https://www.wikihow.com/Flirt-With-Your-Boss	How to Flirt With Your Boss	Flirting with your boss can be risky, but if you decide that it's worth it, flirt subtly to avoid unwanted attention from coworkers. For example, try to catch your boss's eye in a meeting and hold their gaze a bit longer than usual. Also, give your boss a genuine smile every so often to let them know you're happy to see them. Another way to flirt with your boss is to work in some casual touch, like offering a handshake and smile at the end of a meeting or giving your boss a brief touch on the forearm or shoulder when you're chatting. While this kind of flirting can be risky, avoid actions that can't be taken back, like sending a suggestive email or text, especially on a company-owned computer.	Think about your motivations. You took the time to look up an article on how to flirt with your boss, so you are clearly giving this some thought already. Ask yourself why you want to flirt with your boss? Are you bored? Do you feel an attraction to your boss that you think could develop into a real relationship? Are you trying to gain some kind of advantage or favor in the workplace? Knowing why you are interested in flirting will help you determine if it's worth the risk. A bit of casual flirting with your boss might attract just enough extra attention to land you that key assignment you were hoping for, or help you secure a more desirable shift. Of course, this could also backfire depending on the culture of your workplace. Think about your limits. Do you intend to simply flirt and leave it at that, or are you hoping to eventually begin a romantic relationship with your boss? Figure out what your limits are, and don't offer more than you intend to offer. Leading someone on is unlikely to get you anything you want. Be aware of possible consequences at work. Relationships in the workplace, especially between supervisors and employees, are prohibited in many companies. Getting involved with your boss might put one or both of you at risk for losing your jobs. If your flirting is unwelcome or excessive, you also run the risk of crossing the line from flirtation into sexual harassment, which in many offices can result in immediate termination. Finally, you might run the risk of losing your credibility or reputation for trustworthiness at work. Even after-hours interactions with your boss can be used as a legal basis for one or both of you to be fired, so beware! Research the relationship guidelines in your workplace before proceeding with any workplace flirtations. If they aren't published, ask an HR person for assistance. If you are afraid to make these inquiries because you fear that people will gossip, remember that they will gossip even more if you get involved with your boss, so factor that into your decision. Consider possible social consequences. If your flirting doesn't get you in trouble at work, it could still make you very unpopular. Other coworkers might look down on you for flirting with the boss, or become jealous if it looks like you are getting special treatment because of your flirting. You might also suffer from considerable embarrassment if the flirting goes badly, or you do end up in a relationship that doesn't end well. Proceed cautiously. You've decided that it's worth the risk, and you want to go ahead and flirt with your boss. Now be careful! Since there are so many possible risks, the best approach is to be very sensitive to any responses you might receive for your efforts, and subtle enough with your behavior that you can deny that flirting was your intention if it doesn't go off as planned. Try to flirt without looking like you are flirting. Make eye contact. Making and holding eye contact is the first lesson of Flirting 101, and is sometimes the only tool you need to convey your interest in another person. Eye contact is an equally effective tool for men and for women, and can even make someone feel more attracted to you. Try to catch your bosses eye in a meeting and hold his or her gaze a bit longer than you normally would. When your boss addresses you, be sure to look her directly in the eye when she speaks to you. Create more opportunities for eye contact by intentionally walking past your boss's office more often, or arranging in person meetings in lieu of phone calls or emails. Note that it takes more than a single passing glance to get the message across. It might take between 3 and 13 soulful looks for your boss to realize that you are trying to signal attraction. Too much eye contact, however, can quickly become creepy, so be attentive to how you are being received. If your boss tries to avoid your gaze or seems shifty or uncomfortable, be sure to back off. Smile. It seems like a simple piece of advice, but there are few things more appealing than a friendly, genuine smile. Interestingly enough, crow's feet are the marker of a happy, non-forced smile, so don't worry about any wrinkles you may or may not have. Flash your boss a real smile every now and again to let her know that you are pleased to see her. By definition, it's hard to rehearse a genuine smile, but if you want to see what yours looks like, try thinking of something really funny and then looking in the mirror. Be attentive. Pay close attention when your boss speaks to you and try to act interested, even if you aren't particularly excited about the subject matter. Ask follow-up questions that show you are engaged, and make comments that show your enthusiasm. ("Wow, I had no idea!") Don't overact on this one. Being genuine is more important than being attentive. Mimicking your boss's body language as you talk is a great non-verbal way to show you are paying attention. Work in a casual touch. This is probably the riskiest move you can make when flirting with your boss, but it is one of the most effective ways of conveying your interest. Don't proceed with this unless you are already getting some definitive, positive feedback from your earlier attempts (your boss reciprocates your eye contact and smiles, and seems very attentive to you). Offer a handshake and a smile at the end of a meeting. Try a gentle, brief touch on the forearm or the shoulder when speaking with your boss. If your boss makes a joke, laugh and place your hand on her forearm. Linger for a second before removing it. Avoid any overtly affectionate or sexual touching in the workplace. This includes shoulder rubs, hugs, placing a hand on someone's knee, etc. Even if the contact is desired, it could still get your fired. Pay attention to the signals. Flirting with your boss is dangerous territory, so pay very close attention to the feedback you are getting, and take it slow. If your eye contact and smiles are being reciprocated, things are probably going well. If, however, your boss seems to be shifty or brisk around you, or seems to be going out of her way to avoid you, you have likely made her uncomfortable and should abort your flirtations immediately. Avoid actions you can't take back. You might send a flirty text message or email to someone you are interested in outside of work, but written communication is hard to take back or ignore if things go awry, and should be avoided in a workplace flirtation or romance. You should also avoid obviously flirting in front of other people. Remember that in many cases, your employer has the right to track and examine any emails you send or receive using a company-owned computer, or even texts and calls made from a company phone. If your flirting is reciprocated and does proceed to the texting/emailing stage, remember to conduct your interactions using your personal computer and/or phone, and email accounts. Be honest and direct. If things go well, someone will eventually have to make a move if the relationship is going to progress. Because of the complexities involved in a workplace relationship, it is better to talk about the situation up front rather than plunge ahead with an overtly sexual advance. Be direct and honest about your intentions, and give your boss a chance to respond. It may feel awkward, but it's important to be certain that you are both on the same page before things go any further. Ask your boss to join you for coffee or lunch, and bring up the subject there. Broach the subject gradually, and leave yourself an exit in case you misread the situation. For example, you might begin with some work-related small talk and work towards the inquiry: "What do you think about office relationships?" Your boss's answer to this should give you a pretty clear indication as to whether you should proceed or back off. Remember: if it turns out you misread things and your boss is not interested, you will have a lot less to be embarrassed about from a straight-forward conversation than if you had attempted to kiss him, or worse.	Think about your motivations. Think about your limits. Be aware of possible consequences at work. Consider possible social consequences. Proceed cautiously. Make eye contact. Smile. Be attentive. Work in a casual touch. Pay attention to the signals. Avoid actions you can't take back. Be honest and direct.
https://www.wikihow.com/Scan-a-Poem	How to Scan a Poem	To scan a poem, read it out loud line by line. Listen to each word, and how the words flow into each other. Mark the syllables that sound louder when you read them with a diagonal line, called a wand, placed just above the letters. When you hear syllables that are not as loud, place a u-shape, called a cup, above the letters. Occasionally, you can use a reversed wand for syllables that are only partly stressed. It's common for a word with more than one syllable to have both wands and cups.	Double space the poem. To scan a poem, you will need to use scanning symbols above each word in the poem. Make sure there is at least one line of space between each line of the poem so you can scan it properly. Keep in mind scanning symbols are always placed above each word, never below. This will make it easy for you to keep track of your scan of each line. Have a physical copy of the poem. You will need to write directly above the words in the poem to do the scan properly. Print out the poem, double spaced, and use a pen or pencil to scan it directly on the page. If you are using a poem in a book, you may need to type it up double spaced and print it out or write it down on a piece of paper. Find a quiet space to scan the poem. Scanning a poem requires you to listen to each syllable in every word of the poem out loud. To do this successfully, you will need to be in a space that is very quiet and has no surrounding noise or distractions. Go to a quiet area like a study room or your bedroom. You may also tell others around you that you are not to be disturbed while you scan the poem so you can concentrate. Read the poem out loud line by line. Start by reading each line of the poem aloud to yourself. Listen to each word and how each word flows into another. Pay attention to where the words sound the most stressed and the least stressed. Often, you will open your mouth wider for stressed sounds and make your mouth smaller for less stressed sounds. You can also try putting your hand under your chin while you read the poem. Notice when your chin drops into your hand and when it does not touch your hand. Stressed sounds usually cause your chin to drop into your hand. Mark stronger syllables with a “wand. ” A wand symbol looks like this: /. It is used when part of a word or an entire word contains stronger syllables. You should notice that the word or part of the word sounds louder when you read it aloud. Use your ear and listen carefully to find the stronger syllables in each word. For example, in the line, “My girlfriend hit me in the head,” you would use a “/” over “girl,” “hit,” and “head.” These are the stronger syllables in the line. Keep in mind one word can have a stronger syllable and a weaker syllable. For example, “girlfriend,” has a stronger syllable in “girl” and a weaker syllable in '“friend.” Identify weaker syllables with a “cup. ” A cup symbol looks like this: u. Place “u” over any syllables that are not as loud as others when you say them aloud. They will be the less stressed or weaker syllables in the words of the poem. Usually any words that are not marked stronger syllables can be marked weaker syllables. For example, in the line, “This sunlight shames November where he grieves,” you would place a “u” over “This,” the “light” in “sunlight,” the “No” and “ber” in “November,” and “he.” These are the weaker syllables in the line. Remember that you can have a stronger syllable and a weaker syllable in the same word. For example, “November” has a stronger syllable in “vem” and weaker syllables in “No” and “ber.” Use a “reversed wand” for syllables that are only partly stressed. The reverse wand symbol looks like this: \. It is used rarely when scanning a poem for syllables that are hard to identify and appear only partly stressed. It is often used when there is a disagreement as to whether a word is stressed or not. For example, you may have a hard-to-scan line like, “Full of passionate intensity, grappling and free.” A word like “grappling” may be difficult for you to scan as it has three syllables that may sound only partly stressed. Mark each foot with a “foot boundary. ” A foot boundary symbol looks like this: \|. Do the foot boundaries last. Go through the poem and place a foot boundary at the end of a repeating pattern of the same wands and cups, known as a “foot.” In poetry, a “foot” is a group of syllables that make the same pattern in the poem. An easy way to do this is to count the wands, or “u” symbols in a line. For example, the line “This sunlight shames November where he grieves” has five “u” symbols (over “This,” “light,” “No,” “ber,” and “he”). You would place the foot boundary after “he” to note the foot boundary is five feet in the poem. Count the feet in the poem. Count the wands, or “/” symbols, in each line of the poem to determine the foot. The end of each foot should have a foot boundary. This will tell you the line length of the poem. For example, for the line “This sunlight shames November where he grieves,” there are five “/” symbols (over “sun," "shames," "vem," "where," and "grieves"). This means it has five feet per each line, or ten feet for every two lines. You can determine the meter based on the feet length in the poem. For example, a poem with a ten foot length is called a pentameter. A poem with a two foot length is called a dimeter. Note how the foot is accented. Doing this will help you determine the pattern of syllables in the poem. Count all the stronger syllables in each foot of the poem. Notice if there is a pattern where there is a less stressed syllable and then a strongly stressed syllable in the poem. For example, a common meter in poetry is iambic pentameter. This means there are five stronger syllables, or wands, per a line and the syllable count is 10/10/10. The pattern is one less stressed syllable, followed by a strongly stressed syllable. Each line has a five syllable length, following a 10 syllable count for every two lines.	Double space the poem. Have a physical copy of the poem. Find a quiet space to scan the poem. Read the poem out loud line by line. Mark stronger syllables with a “wand. Identify weaker syllables with a “cup. Use a “reversed wand” for syllables that are only partly stressed. Mark each foot with a “foot boundary. Count the feet in the poem. Note how the foot is accented.
https://www.wikihow.com/Preserve-Beetroot	How to Preserve Beetroot	To preserve beetroot, start by scrubbing and rinsing the beetroot to remove any caked-on dirt. Then, slice off the greens and boil the beetroot for about 30 minutes or until you can easily stick a knife in it. Next, peel the beetroot, cut it into slices, and set it aside. While the beetroot is still hot, prepare a pickling liquid by boiling water, white vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, celery seeds, and dry mustard. Finally, fill a sterilized jar with the beetroot and pickling liquid, seal it, and leave it to pickle for at least a week.	Sterilize your canning jars. You may use mason jars with lids and rings or recycled glass jars that previously held tomato sauce or other food items. If you're using used jars, scrub out the jars with soapy water and a scrub brush to remove all food particles, or run them through the dishwasher. Sterilize the jars, lids, and any utensils you're using in the following way: Place them in a large pot and fill it with cold water. Bring the water to a boil and boil for 10 minutes. Remove them with clean tongs and allow them to dry on a clean towel. Select beetroot at the peak of ripeness. Ideally, beetroot will have been harvested about one month prior to preserving it. This gives the vegetable time to cure and finish ripening, resulting in the best flavor. Look for beetroot that's firm with no visible bruises or soft spot. Though ripe beetroot is best, since preserved beetroot gains flavor from the pickling liquid, you can use beets that are on the older side or aren't quite ripe yet. Scrub the beetroot. Fresh beetroot is often caked with dirt. Take a vegetable brush and scrub it on all dies to remove the grit. Rinse thoroughly under cold running water. If you find blemishes under the dirt, slice them off with a paring knife. Remove the greens. Slice off the greens with a sharp paring knife. Beetroot greens are tasty in their own right. Consider stewing them up after you're finished preserving your beetroot. Boil the beetroot. Place it in a large pot and cover with water. Sprinkle a teaspoon or so of salt into the water, then turn the heat up and bring it to a boil. Boil the beetroot until you can easily stick one with a knife, about 30 minutes. Then remove the pot from heat and drain the water. If you have beetroot of varying sizes, place the larger vegetables in the water first. Let them boil for about five minutes before adding the remaining beets. This will ensure that the largest beets cook all the way through and the smaller ones don't overcook. Peel the beetroot. When the beetroot is cool enough to touch, simply slide off the peels with your fingers. After boiling, it the beetroot peels should easily slip off. Help them along with a knife if necessary. Discard the peels when you're finished. Slice the beetroot. Many choose to pickle beetroot in discs suitable for sandwiches, but you can cut the beetroot into any shape you'd like. Cutting the beetroot into smaller pieces allows you to pack more into the jars. Mix the pickling liquid. Do this while the beetroot is hot so that the liquid will also be hot when the beetroot is ready. Combine all of the ingredients in a small saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for two minutes. Fill the jars with beetroot. Distribute it evenly among the jars you have set out. Pack in the beetroot to within a few inches of the tops of the jars. Top off with pickling liquid. Pour it over the beetroot to within half inch of the top of each jar. It's important to leave a bit of headspace at the top of the jar to prevent too much pressure from accumulating there. Place the lids on the jars and tighten them. If you see air bubbles in the jars, tap the bottoms of the jars lightly against the counter top to make them float to the top and pop. Let the jars cool completely. Set them on the counter and let them cool overnight before storing. Allow the beetroot to pickle for at least a week before opening. During this time the pickling liquid will penetrate the beetroot to add flavor and change the texture. You may enjoy the beetroot at any time after one week has passed. Beetroot preserved this way will keep up to three months in a cool, dark place. Once you open a jar, store it in the refrigerator.	Sterilize your canning jars. Select beetroot at the peak of ripeness. Scrub the beetroot. Remove the greens. Boil the beetroot. Peel the beetroot. Slice the beetroot. Mix the pickling liquid. Fill the jars with beetroot. Top off with pickling liquid. Let the jars cool completely. Allow the beetroot to pickle for at least a week before opening.
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Pilates-Instructor	How to Become a Pilates Instructor	If you want to become a Pilates instructor, look for a certification program that's accredited by a reputable institution, such as the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or the American Fitness Professionals and Associates. Depending on the course you choose, you may be required to take certain courses, like an anatomy foundation class. After you complete your program, send out resumes to local studios or start your own Pilates studio.	Be a group Pilates instructor. If you like working with a larger group to help a diverse number of individuals workout in a safe environment, group exercise might be for you. You'll want to look for training programs that are geared towards group certification. Most training programs are catered for certification to teach group exercise classes. Become a private instructor. If you like working with one individual to manage and achieve goals, you should look into becoming certified to teach privately. Not all pilates instructor certifications will also include specific training on how to work with individual clients, so make sure you look for a certification that also addresses this. Some pilates studios or gyms will provide you with a client list, while others will expect you to build your client base yourself. You can work with individual clients on the side, if you also enjoy instructing group classes. Work as a specialist. If you've got a background in physical therapy or sports medicine, you may want to look into becoming a Pilates specialist. You can teach courses for those in rehabilitation or for athletes. You can also get certified to teach special courses, such as pre or postnatal courses, without already having a speciality degree. Determine the level you want to teach. Think about whether you want to be a basic mat instructor or if you'd like to be certified to teach more advanced courses. If you're newer to Pilates, you'll be more comfortable becoming a basic mat instructor before tackling more advanced certifications. An example of a more advanced training certificate would be one that also includes reformer Pilates. If you're wanting basic training, most training programs are 40-50 hours. For more advanced training, you'll be expected to put in 500 hours of training. The higher your level of certification, the more you'll be paid to teach once you're hired. Choose a reputable fitness organization for certification. There are many programs offered through private studios, but not all of them are of good quality. Look for programs that are accredited by institutions, such as the National Commission for Certifying Agencies, the National Exercise Trainers Association, or the American Fitness Professionals and Associates. Where you obtain your Pilates fitness instructor certification will influence your future job search outcome after training. If you're looking to work at a competitive studio, make sure your certification is one they'll accept. Ask other Pilates instructors about their training and for their recommendations. Look for a program that fits your schedule. Pilates certification is a big time commitment so choose a certification that works for your life. Many programs offer intensive courses over the summer if you've got free time. You can also look into online training programs that allow you to complete the certification on your own time. Decide on your budget. Pilates certification courses can range from a couple hundred dollars to thousands of dollars. Decide what you're willing to spend to become the type of Pilates instructor you're most interested in, and then let that be a deciding factor when choosing programs. Set up informational interviews with potential certification programs. After you've scoped out a few programs, contact them to see if you can set up an informational meeting to find out more about their process. This allows you to determine whether you'll feel at home in their studio. This gives you a chance to see their studio in person and see what sorts of equipment they use. Ask to observe one of their instructor's classes. This provides you with an opportunity to see if you like their instruction style since there's so little consistency in Pilates techniques. Complete any necessary prerequisites. Understand any prerequisites that must be accomplished, and consider the total cost of training before you make a commitment. Many pilates certifications, for example, require an anatomy foundation class. Get your resume in order. Before you begin looking for a position, update your resume to include all of your qualifications and certifications, any experience teaching, and any relevant health and fitness education. Decide how often you want to work. Since the Pilates market is thriving, you can likely find either fulltime or part time positions. However, part time positions are more abundant. You can teach fulltime or part time regardless of whether you're working with group classes or individual clients. Search job forums for pilates positions. Most job search engines, such as LinkedIn, have postings for private or group pilates instructors. Send out resumes to local studios. If you're looking for something local, call the studios in your city to see if they're hiring. If so, send them your resume. Even if they're not currently hiring, go ahead and ask if you can send them your resume to have on file for when they do decide to hire in the future. Open your own business. If you're so inclined, open your own pilates studio and manage your own staff of instructors. Of course, you can also teach classes when you have time! Owning your own studio will give you the flexibility to teach whenever and how often you like. Be weary that you need a decent amount of capital to start your own business. Take continuing education courses. Most programs require continuing education accreditation to maintain a Pilates instructor position. Make sure you keep up with your certification to maintain your current position or so that you're able to easily find another one.	Be a group Pilates instructor. Become a private instructor. Work as a specialist. Determine the level you want to teach. Choose a reputable fitness organization for certification. Look for a program that fits your schedule. Decide on your budget. Set up informational interviews with potential certification programs. Complete any necessary prerequisites. Get your resume in order. Decide how often you want to work. Search job forums for pilates positions. Send out resumes to local studios. Open your own business. Take continuing education courses.
https://www.wikihow.com/Lose-Weight-by-Eating-Slowly	How to Lose Weight by Eating Slowly	If you want to lose weight by eating slowly, start by taking smaller bites so you take longer to chew your food. Try to reduce the amount of food on your fork by half. You can also slow yourself by taking more time to chew and savor your food. For added time, put your fork down and take a sip of water between bites. Overall, aim to take between 20 and 30 minutes to eat, so your gut has enough time to tell your brain you're satisfied. If you're still having trouble hitting that goal, talk to friends or family members while you eat to keep your mind off of eating.	Take 20 – 30 minutes to eat your meal. Studies have shown that taking at least 20 – 30 minutes to eat your meal may help you eat less. Hormones secreted from your gut have time to reach your brain and signal satiation or satiety. If you're a faster eater, you'll most likely benefit from taking some extra time with your meals. You may notice, that the slower you eat, the more satisfied you are. Put your fork down between each bite. This can help force you to slow down and take your time when you're eating. Talk to friends or family members while you eat. Instead of focusing on eating your food, talk to family and friends and engage in conversation to help slow you down. Take smaller bites. Many times we have large bites on our forks and are loading up the fork the second we take a bite. This speeds up how fast we're eating and how much we're eating in that time. Take small bites when you're eating. Pay attention to how much you put on your fork for each bite. Try to reduce the amount of food by half. Also make sure to chew well. This will also force you to slow down. In addition, taking more time chewing will help you taste and enjoy your food more. Drink water while you eat. Drinking while you're eating can have a variety of positive benefits for your eating time and waistline. If you're putting your fork down in between bites to help slow yourself down, take a sip of water. The more you sip on water throughout your meal, the more full you will feel off of a no-calorie liquid. In addition, the more you drink with each meal, the more water you consume overall throughout the day. This can help you reach your daily goal of eight to 13 glasses of water. Stop eating when you're satisfied. One thing that eating slowly can help you understand is when you're satisfied versus when you're full. This is also called "intuitive eating;" you listen to your body and eat when it's hungry and stop when it's full. This can help you with your weight loss. When you eat more slowly, you're more likely to eat less food overall. This is because your brain and gut communicate when you've eaten enough food to be satisfied. If you eat really fast, you're more likely to eat until you're full. Stop eating when you're satisfied instead of when you're full. This will help you cut out any unnecessary calories in your meals. Satisfied feels like a lack of hunger, a slight disinterest in your food or knowing you could have a few more bites but then you'd be full. Being full feels more like a stretching, stuffed feeling. Try to avoid eating to this point as much as possible. Remove distractions. In addition to trying to slow yourself down, remove distractions from your surroundings when you're eating. It can help you concentrate and focus on how fast you're eating and your meal. Like eating slowly, studies have shown that when you're distracted you may end up eating more and this could cause weight gain long-term. Try to take 20 – 30 minutes to eat your meal free from distractions. Turn off cell phones, close laptops, and computers and turn off the TV. Prevent yourself from being starving before meals. If you've been practicing slower eating, you may notice that when you're really hungry or starving, its much harder to control the speed of your eating. Manage your hunger to help support slower eating times. Learn your hunger cues. If you get cranky, lightheaded or a light nauseous when you're starving, be mindful of these symptoms. These should signal a immediate need for fuel to help prevent you from overeating at your next meal. Also pay attention to the timing of your meals. For example, if lunch is at 12 and dinner isn't until 7:30 pm, you most likely won't make that length of time without becoming overly hungry or starving. Plan a snack or a small meal in between meals that are far apart to help you manage your hunger levels more appropriately. Be attentive when you eat. Many people are on autopilot during their meals. Not paying attention and grabbing food and eating on the go may make weight loss difficult. Eating on autopilot and not paying attention to meals may cause you to overeat and not feel satisfied with the food you've eaten. Your brain was never cued into the meal. Try to avoid eating in the car or in front of the TV. These types of distractions may make it more difficult to pay attention. Also force yourself to concentrate on your meal. Think about what the food tastes like: What are the textures? What are the flavors? How does this food make you feel? Be physically active. Diet plays a huge role in weight loss. However, if you're only focusing on slow and mindful eating, adding in some physical activity can help support your weight loss. Most health professionals recommend doing at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week. You can also increase this amount to 300 minutes a week. You may see increased weight loss with higher amounts of physical activity. Also include a day or two of strength training where you work each major muscle group. Resistance training helps round out your workout. Be mindful of your overall diet. Even when you're eating slowly and possibly eating a little less, it's still important to eat an overall well-balanced diet. This will help support your weight loss. Eating a well-balanced diet high in lean protein, fruits, vegetables and whole grains in addition to eating slowly can help you lose weight. Eat appropriate portions of each food group throughout the day. In addition, choose a wide variety of foods within each food group. Follow appropriate portion sizes as well. Measure out 3-4 oz of lean protein , 1/2 cup of fruit , 1 cup of vegetables, 2 cups of leafy greens and 1/2 cup of grains. Limit high fat, high sugar and high calories foods. Even small portions of higher calorie foods (like fast food or sweets), most likely will not promote weight loss. These foods pack on calories without really keeping you full. Remember that you're better off eating foods that are nutrient-dense, not calorie-dense. You do not need to completely avoid these types of foods — especially if they're some of your favorites — but limit them to help lower your overall calorie content. Watch out for high-fat foods like: fried foods, fast food, fatty cuts of meat and processed meats. Also watch for higher calorie foods with added sugars like: sweetened beverages, candy, cookies, pastries, ice cream and other desserts.	Take 20 – 30 minutes to eat your meal. Take smaller bites. Drink water while you eat. Stop eating when you're satisfied. Remove distractions. Prevent yourself from being starving before meals. Be attentive when you eat. Be physically active. Be mindful of your overall diet. Limit high fat, high sugar and high calories foods.
https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-Plastic-Containers	How to Clean Plastic Containers	To clean a plastic container, start by giving it a rinse with hot water to remove any food remnants. Then, fill the container with an inch or 2 of vinegar if the stains are on the bottom of the container or to the top if the stains reach up the sides. Place the lid on the container and leave it for 30 minutes, which gives the vinegar time to break down stains and get rid of odors. After half an hour, pour the vinegar out, scrub the container with a kitchen sponge and a few drops of dish detergent before leaving it to dry.	Remove the lid from the container. After you pop it open, check to make sure there are no remnants of food left inside. Give the container a quick preliminary rinse with hot water. Drain and shake out the excess water and place the container on the kitchen counter. If there's any dried or sticky residue inside the container, it may help to wipe it out with a paper towel before you begin cleaning. Fill the container with vinegar. For best results, use pure distilled white vinegar. If most of the stains are concentrate around the bottom, you'll only need to add in an inch or two; if they reach up the sides, fill it to the top. Place the lid back on the container to keep the vinegar from spilling. Vinegar is strong enough to make an effective cleaner and disinfectant, but not so strong that it needs to be cut it with water. If you don't happen to have any vinegar handy, try using a little diluted rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer. The alcohol in these products will produce an effect similar to the vinegar. Let the vinegar soak for 30 minutes. As it soaks, the acidity of the vinegar will help break down any discoloration present while neutralizing persistent odors. It will also help clear away hard water deposits from previous washings. For heavier messes, you can leave the vinegar in the container for an hour or longer before cleaning it out by hand. Vinegar is naturally antimicrobial, which makes it useful for killing the bacteria that's had time to begin growing on old food. Adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice can help brighten dull, discolored plastic and leave it smelling more pleasant. Scrub the container vigorously. Once half an hour has elapsed, lift the lid and pour out the vinegar. Then, squirt a few drops of liquid dish detergent into the container and go over the inside using a kitchen sponge or stiff-bristled nylon dish brush. The rough surface of the scrubber should be enough to deal with any remaining stains. You may not be able to erase certain stains (like the infamous tomato sauce) entirely. Once these have set up in the plastic, it can be nearly impossible to get them out. Avoid scouring the container with anything more abrasive than a sponge. A device like steel wool or pumice stone may leave behind scratches in the plastic. Make a paste from baking soda and water. Sprinkle two tablespoons of baking soda into half a cup (120ml) of warm water. Stir the two ingredients together with a spoon until they're about the same consistency as peanut butter. If the paste seems too thin, add a little more baking soda. If it's too thick, stir in another half ounce of water at a time until you achieve the desired texture. Baking soda is prized for its ability to cut through stains and absorb unwanted odors. It's also slightly astringent, which will come in handy when it comes time to scrub the container. It may be necessary to mix a bigger batch of baking soda paste if you're trying to clean multiple (or especially large) containers. Spread the paste over the inside of the container. Coat the walls of the container with a thin layer of the baking soda paste. Scoop whatever is left into the bottom. Try to use all of the mixture. The paste will have an easier time sticking if the inside of the container is completely dry. Allow the paste to work overnight. Put the lid on the container and find an out of the way place to leave it. As it sits, the combination of baking soda and water will begin chipping away at messes that have taken hold in the plastic without the need for scouring or scrubbing. In the morning, you can come back and observe the results of the baking soda. Make sure you give the paste at least an hour or two to take effect. Rinse with hot water. Remove the lid and clear the container, using the corner of a washcloth to scrape out the rest of the baking soda. The container should now be stain and odor-free. If you want, you can go one step further and wash it out with soapy water. Keep rinsing the container until the water runs clear. Use baking soda periodically to restore old and heavily-used containers. Dry the container completely. After cleaning, drain all water from the container and wipe it down inside and out with an absorbent towel. You can also simply leave it sitting with the lid off and allow it to air dry. Whichever method you choose, the lid should stay off until all moisture has evaporated from inside. Replacing the lid on a plastic container while it's still wet can cause mold and mildew to develop. Mix together a small amount of bleach and warm water. Run a cup (240ml) of water into a glass measuring cup, then funnel in one tablespoon of bleach. Whisk the liquids together lightly. For your own safety, be sure to wear rubber gloves any time you're working with bleach. Chlorine bleach is a highly-toxic chemical that can be extremely harmful if it's accidentally ingested or comes into contact with your skin. Due to the hazards that bleach presents, this solution is best reserved as a last ditch effort for when other cleaning methods are unable to cut it. Pour the bleach solution into the container. Do this carefully to avoid spills or splashes. Once you've got the bleach inside, close the lid and give the container a gentle shake. Then, set it aside and allow the stain-fighting chemicals to begin working their magic. Leave the bleach-filled container somewhere that it won't be mistaken for something else. Never mix bleach with any other cleaners, chemical or natural. Let the container soak for 1-2 hours. Bleach is exceptionally potent, so this will likely be all that's needed to do away with even the worst odors and discoloration. Avoid moving or otherwise handling the container unnecessarily while there's bleach inside. Set a timer so that you don't forget to empty the container. If you leave the bleach in there for too long, it can eventually eat away at the plastic. If the lid of the container is also stained, you can place it in the sink and pour a small amount of the bleach solution over it. Wash out the container thoroughly. Pour the bleach down the drain and rinse out the container with fresh, clean water. Squeeze in some dish soap and work it around with a soft kitchen sponge or washcloth until you're satisfied that no oily residue or bleach remains. When you're finished, your plastic containers should sparkle like new! Most plastics are somewhat porous. For this reason, it's important that you wash the container as usual after treating it with bleach to make sure that none of the chemical remains. Continue washing the container until you can no longer detect the smell of bleach.	Remove the lid from the container. Fill the container with vinegar. Let the vinegar soak for 30 minutes. Scrub the container vigorously. Make a paste from baking soda and water. Spread the paste over the inside of the container. Allow the paste to work overnight. Rinse with hot water. Dry the container completely. Mix together a small amount of bleach and warm water. Pour the bleach solution into the container. Let the container soak for 1-2 hours. Wash out the container thoroughly.
https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-an-RV-Fresh-Water-Tank	How to Clean an RV Fresh Water Tank	Cleaning your RV's fresh water tank can take a little while, but fortunately you'll only need to do it about once a year. First, you'll need to drain the water from your heater, water lines, and fresh water tank. Then, replace the caps and plug the heater's drain to make sure all your drains are closed. Mix 8 fluid ounces of chlorine bleach and 2 gallons of water in a large bucket and pump it into the water tank. After that, fill the tank with fresh water to dilute the bleach, leave it for 4 hours, then pump fresh water through it overnight. Finally, drain the system and refill it with fresh water until you can't smell chlorine anymore.	Turn off the RV’s water pump. To avoid damaging the pump, shut it off before draining the water. It will be in a chamber inside the RV. Look inside the storage bay above the fresh water tank. Flip the switch to stop the pump. No water will circulate in the RV, so make sure you won't be needing it for about 5 hours. Running a pump while dry can cause it to overheat, so always shut the pump off first. Drain the water heater. Go to the water heater, which is located outside the RV and near its back end. Turn it off first if it's active or you feel heat coming from it. First, flip the pressure relief valve switch at the top of the heater. Then, look for a nozzle near the bottom-left corner of the heater. Pull the plug out, then replace it once the water has drained. The water heater is located inside a square box on the RV and is covered by a removable panel. The water heater can overheat and burn out, so make sure it is off before draining the water. Open the water lines beneath the RV. The hot and cold water are located at the lowest point underneath the RV. They look like 2 capped pipes hanging down from the RV's floor. They stand out a lot, so they're easy to spot. Twist the end caps counterclockwise by hand to drain the water from the lines. The lines are often colored red and blue. Depending on your RV, they may both be colored white instead. You will need to reach underneath the RV to access these pipes as well as the fresh water tank line. To keep the RV still, park on a level surface. You can place chocks on the wheel, but these usually are not necessary. Drain the fresh water tank. The water tank can usually be accessed underneath the RV, close to the water lines. You may see a brightly-colored spigot sticking out from a square, white box. Pull the plug out of the line. If the water doesn't begin draining, turn the spigot's knob clockwise to open the line. Detach any water filters hooked up to the water lines. Most water filters and purifiers are external, but check for an interior filter around the fresh water tank inside the RV. The filter will look cylindrical, often colored white or blue. Twist the hose off by hand to remove the filter from the system. Consider changing the filter inside the cylinder to avoid reintroducing bacteria into your clean tank. You can get a replacement filter online or wherever camping supplies are sold. Filters are made in a standard size. Close all of the drains. Before you begin cleaning out the water tank, check the drains again. The plug should be inserted in the water heater's drain line. Also, replace the caps on the water lines and plug the fresh water line if you haven't already. If all the lines are closed off, no more water should be leaking out. Watch for any signs of leaking as you clean the tank. Mix chlorine bleach in water. Use a portable water container or large bucket to mix 8 fluid ounces (240 mL) chlorine bleach in 2 gallons (7.6 L) of water.. Make sure you choose chlorine bleach. Like in swimming pools, the chlorine is what neutralizes bacteria in your tank. Avoid pouring chlorine directly into the tank. Undiluted chlorine will damage your system and give you much bigger problems to solve. Hook a water pump to your water tank. Add the bleach water to the tank through the same method you use to refill your tank with water. Hook 1 end of the hose to the water tank spout, which is accessible either underneath or on the side of your RV. Place the other end of the hose in the water. You can buy a portable hand pump and hose at most home improvement stores. Pump the water into the tank. Turn on the hand pump to let water into the tank. Keep the free end of the hose positioned in the water. As long as it is submerged, it should continue to suck the water right into your RV tank. Fill the tank with fresh water. Now fill up the rest of the tank to dilute the bleach. You can use the water container and hand pump again to do this. Some RVs have water gauges near the intake valve or on the dashboard that indicate when the water is full. Water gushing back out of the hose also indicates that the tank is full. If you know how much water your tank holds, you can use the size of your bucket to estimate how much water to add. An easy way to fill the tank is by hooking the hose to a city water connection, such as at a campground or similar location. Drive around on a bumpy road for an hour. If you can, spend some time driving the RV while the tank is filled with chlorinated water. The bumpier the road is, the more the water will splash over the water tank's interior. Take all the time you need to drive around before you finish cleaning the tank. A good time to clean the tank is when you are taking a short ride to a campground or another location. Leave the water in the tank for about 4 hours. To ensure the chlorine does its job, let the water stay in the tank as long as possible. Usually, 4 hours is enough time, although you should let the tank soak overnight if possible. If you drive for 4 hours or longer, that should be enough to sterilize the tank. Drain the chlorine water if you’re only cleaning the tank. Go under the RV to pull the plug out of the water tank's line. If the water doesn't flow right away, turn the spigot wheel clockwise to open it. Then, let the nasty chlorine water out, refill your tank with water that is much more drinkable, and activate the pump and heater. If you wish to clean out the rest of the RV's water system, you do not need to drain the tank yet. Pump water through the system first. Be courteous when draining the water. You may not want to do it if people are nearby. The bleach is diluted, so dumping it near a storm drain isn't a big deal. If you can, make use of any nearby dumping facilities. Fill the fresh water tank with chlorine water. If your tank does not already have chlorine water in it, mix 8 fluid ounces (240 mL) of chlorine bleach with 4 gallons (15 L) gallons of water. Pump it into the tank, then add more fresh water until the tank is full. As a rule of thumb, add approximately 6 fluid ounces (180 mL) of bleach per every 15 gallons (57 L) of water your tank can hold. Activate the RV’s water pump. Turn the water pump back on to begin circulating the chlorine water. Leave it on for now so the water cleans out all parts of the system. Turn on the RV’s water faucets until you smell chlorine. Go inside the RV and use each faucet 1 at a time. After the water runs for 1 or 2 minutes, you will probably smell that harsh odor chlorine has. When this happens, turn off the faucet, then repeat this with any other faucets you have. Let both hot and cold water run, since they are supplied by separate lines. Forgetting a faucet is easy, but try to get all of them. This includes the shower as well as any sinks. Let the water pump through the system overnight. If you have the time, let the water circulate through the RV's system. This will clear out the lines, tanks, and water heater. If you can't wait that long, at least let the system soak for about 4 hours. If you clean the system once a year or more, 4 hours is usually enough soaking time. Ideally, leave the water in the system for at least 12 hours. Drain the water by opening the water lines. You will need to go under the RV to open up the lines. First, pull the plug out of the fresh water tank's line, turning the spigot as needed to start the water flow. Also, open the hot and cold water pipes hanging down from the RV. You can turn off the pump and water heater. However, since you will refill the tank immediately, these elements won't have a chance to overheat if you leave them on. The water is diluted, so you can let it go into a storm drain. You can also drain it at a dumping facility or onto nearby grass. Refill the tank with fresh water. Plug up the water lines again before you add new water. Then, fill the fresh water tank by hooking it up to a city water connection or by pumping water through a hose. Wait until the entire tank is filled. If your RV has a water gauge, use that to monitor the tank's fullness. Otherwise, estimate or wait for water to flow back out of the hose. Run water through the faucets until you cannot smell bleach. Activate the faucets 1 at a time inside the RV, checking each for signs of chlorine. At first, you will probably smell it again. Let the water run through each faucet for a few minutes. You do not want to drink chlorine water, so make absolutely sure the water is clean before using it. Repeat draining and refilling the tank if you still detect chlorine. Sometimes the chlorine smell doesn't go away. If this happens, you can get rid of it by repeatedly flushing out your tank. Drain the tank and refill it again, checking all the faucets for the chlorine smell. You may need to do this a couple of times before the water is safe. Flush the water lines with baking soda if the chlorine smell is strong. Mix 4 fluid ounces (120 mL) of baking soda with 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water. Pump this into the fresh water tank, then fill the tank completely with clean water. After letting it flow through the RV's system, drain the water again to eliminate the unpleasant chlorine odors lingering in your water line. Remember to drain the water again and refill the tank with clean water after doing this.	Turn off the RV’s water pump. Drain the water heater. Open the water lines beneath the RV. Drain the fresh water tank. Detach any water filters hooked up to the water lines. Close all of the drains. Mix chlorine bleach in water. Hook a water pump to your water tank. Pump the water into the tank. Fill the tank with fresh water. Drive around on a bumpy road for an hour. Leave the water in the tank for about 4 hours. Drain the chlorine water if you’re only cleaning the tank. Fill the fresh water tank with chlorine water. Activate the RV’s water pump. Turn on the RV’s water faucets until you smell chlorine. Let the water pump through the system overnight. Drain the water by opening the water lines. Refill the tank with fresh water. Run water through the faucets until you cannot smell bleach. Repeat draining and refilling the tank if you still detect chlorine. Flush the water lines with baking soda if the chlorine smell is strong.
https://www.wikihow-fun.com/Dress-Cool	How to Dress Cool	To dress cool, try reading style blogs and looking at celebrity fashion to find a style that you like. Then, shop around for clothes that are similar to that style. Just make sure you're wearing clothes because they make you feel confident and not only because they're trendy since confidence is the key to looking cool. Also, don't feel like you have to copy someone else's style 100 percent. It's OK to mix and match styles until you find something that's unique.	Research style blogs and celebrity looks. Remember that celebrities are at the forefront of style because they have an entire team making sure of it. Choose a look that you feel comfortable and confident in. You don't have to choose a single celebrity but rather borrow from as many as you need until you've found your own style. Create a budget. Once you've found your look, shop smarter. You can find online promotions or shop vintage/pre-worn alternatives to brand new items. Search social media for clothing exchanges or groups of fellow frugal fashionistas. Factor in your goals and lifestyle as you plan your budget as fashion may not be at the top of your priority list. Build confidence with your style. Your look is an expression of who you are as an individual. Style is a celebration of you so be confident in your look. Being comfortable in your own skin and confident is vital in finding your own style. Choose clothes that fit. You may think that moving down to a smaller size will build your confidence but you may be uncomfortable with less mobility or the clothes may make your body look disproportionate. Wear the right size as fit is more important than the actual number. Be true to yourself. Don't try to be someone who you're not. Trust your instincts and know that you are beautiful no matter what you wear. Labels and size don't matter but your happiness does. Ask for help. If you're wanting to step outside of your comfort zone, talk to a friend or coworker who you feel has an eye for fashion. You can also go into a store that you have always admired and ask a stylist for some advice. Listen to other people's opinion but at the end of the day, it's up to you how to make your style. Identify your palette. Everyone has a different complexion so only you know what colors work best for your skin tone. Consult a stylist or look online for people with a similar skintone to see what works. When identifying your palette, think in terms of colours that compliment your skin tone, hair colour, or eye colour. For example, a crisp blue dress works well with jet black hair. Choose contrasting colors. While you may know what colors looks good on you, don't neglect their opposites. For example, if you look good in red, wear green shoes with your favorite red skirt. Focus only on a single thing. Don't make your outfit too busy. Choose a single strong focal point. If you're wearing a glamourous hat, pair it with a basic dress. You can also use an accessory as a trademark, like a signature necklace. Patterns and prints can be complicated to deal with so stick to a single pattern when creating your ensemble. If you mix too many patterns or prints together in a single outfit, it may be difficult for the eye to take in. You don't want your look to be too busy. Be practical. Let the occasion dictate your style but err on the side of practicality. Choose materials that are easier to maintain or pieces that are easier to coordinate with what you already have in your wardrobe. Flats are always a good option if you will be on your feet for long periods of time. Shop locally. Not only are you supporting local artists but you are also finding rare and one-of-a-kind pieces that will help you stand out. However, keep your budget in mind before deciding whether a locally sourced piece works better than a mass produced brand name. Add a splash of color. Whether you add bright nail polish, a loud necklace, or an eye-catching hat, color is an easy way to give your drab outfit some much needed energy. Choose a color that you feel comfortable with and let it be the highlight of your outfit. Don't over-coordinate. It may seem counter-intuitive to not match items in your ensemble but providing some contrast can give you your signature look. For example, you may add a patterned heel to a monochrome outfit. Become friends with a tailor and salesperson. It's their job to make you look good so ask as many questions as you need to ensure that you are comfortable with any look they are helping you put together. You more you know about them, the more comfortable you will be with their fashion and style advice. Begin with lingerie. Let your confidence exude with your sexy secret. Underwear is the first thing that touches your skin and can set your style as you pay attention to this intimate detail. Choose a lucky charm. Don't let anyone tell you what's cool. Having a sentimental piece, like a lucky charm or something inherited, let's you feel like yourself as only you understand the true value. This invaluable piece may give you an extra bit of confidence to complete any look. Choose a signature style. Whether you look good in faux leather or love the 1950s, relish in the style with signature pieces in your wardrobe. You may also find role models with your signature style who you can emulate. Search everywhere for inspiration. You do not have to stick to the world of fashion to find inspiration on how to dress cool. You can find inspiration everywhere including art, film, and culture. Let your other interests inform your fashion sense. Focus on extras. Accessories are small enough for bolder choices. Let your budget dictate how much you want to spend on accessories. Remember that the quality of your accessories should be taken into consideration as they may damage certain materials or be easily lost if not properly worn. Find inspiration from a specific era. Whether it's the '70s or '90s, immerse yourself in the era to find inspiration. Listen to music, watch movies, and read books of the time period. Patterns, fabrics, and signature pieces can help bring the time back to life in your wardrobe. Tell a story with the way you dress. Add pieces that take you away and allow you to reminisce or drift into your fantasy. For example, wear something you bought on your grad trip to South America or a bracelet similar to what you think the heroine in your favourite novel may wear. Experiment with different textures. While your comfort and confidence is paramount, mix different textures to change your look. For example, pair a feminine blouse with a leather skirt to give a hard edge to the elegance. Choose tones that lift your mood. Bright colors reflect energy and boldness. Whether you wear a monochromatic outfit or patterned, choose your colors with purpose and conviction. Be bold. When you choose bright colors or bold graphics, be prepared for the added attention. You don't need to wear graphics that literally make a statement but provocative words and images are sure to get you noticed. Muted colors and subtle patterns work when you want to fit in more. Scan for items that immediately jump out at you when shopping. Browse for colors, fabrics, and designs that immediately evoke a response from you. Dressing cool is personal and the only opinion that matters is your own. Make sure that you also look at the price when looking at bold items.	Research style blogs and celebrity looks. Create a budget. Build confidence with your style. Be true to yourself. Ask for help. Identify your palette. Choose contrasting colors. Focus only on a single thing. Be practical. Shop locally. Add a splash of color. Don't over-coordinate. Become friends with a tailor and salesperson. Begin with lingerie. Choose a lucky charm. Choose a signature style. Search everywhere for inspiration. Focus on extras. Find inspiration from a specific era. Tell a story with the way you dress. Experiment with different textures. Choose tones that lift your mood. Be bold. Scan for items that immediately jump out at you when shopping.
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Spiders-Out-of-Your-House-Without-Killing-Them	How to Get Spiders Out of Your House Without Killing Them	If you don't want to kill spiders in your house, you can use a catch-and-release method to remove them. If the spider is near a door or window, open it slowly and see if it goes out on its own. If it doesn't, you may need to transport it outside. Take a flat object, like a folder or notebook, and put it in the spider's path so it crawls onto it. Then, quickly bring the object outside and let the spider crawl away. If you're scared of touching the spider, place a clear cup over the spider. Then, gently slide a sheet of paper under the cup until it covers the whole opening. Lift the paper and cup together so the spider stays trapped insider and take it outside.	Open the door or window that the spider is near. If the spider is non-venomous, there are a number of ways to get it out of your home. If the spider in your house is already close to a window or door, you can find ways to encourage the spider out. You will first want to open the door or window to show the spider the way out of the house. Try to step around the spider and open the door or window slowly. If you scare the spider, it may run and hide somewhere, and you won't be able to get it outside as easily. Find an object to block the spider’s path. Find an object like a notebook, folder, or book that you can move around the spider if it tries to go in a direction that's not the open door or window. Anything that is tall and flat will work. Guide the spider out. Take the notebook or folder and gently give the spider a nudge toward the door. The spider will be scared and start moving. If the spider veers away from the door, take the notebook and put it next to the spider to create a wall so that the spider won't be able to run in that direction anymore. Keep doing this until the spider starts running in the right direction. Guide the spider over the threshold. The spider may hesitate on the threshold as it is running toward the door. If the spider lingers on the threshold, brush it out using your hand or the notebook or folder. You also could flick it with your finger. Throw the folder out the door if the spider crawls on it. When you are using the folder to guide the spider out of the door, the spider may start crawling on the folder instead of running. If the spider crawls onto the folder, toss the folder out the door, so that both the spider and the folder are outside. The spider will eventually crawl off the folder, and you can go and retrieve the folder later. You may not feel comfortable throwing the folder out of the door or window, especially if you live in a communal space like an apartment complex. If the spider crawls on the folder, instead of throwing it you can go outside with the folder and either brush the spider off with your hand, or wipe the folder on a bush or the windowsill until the spider falls off. Close the door or window. Now that the spider's gone, you don't want it to come back! Make sure that you close the door or window so the spider or other bugs can't come in. Place a cup over the spider. This works best for spiders on the floor or on the wall. Approach the spider slowly, so that it doesn't get scared and start running. Quickly, take a small cup and place it directly over the spider, so that the spider is trapped inside. Preferably the cup should be clear so that when you trap the spider, you can see it inside the cup. However, you can use any cup that you have in your house. Make sure to aim correctly so that the spider is unharmed. You don't want to crush the spider or any of its legs with the rim of the cup. Slip a piece of paper under the cup. Take a sheet of paper and slide it underneath the cup. Make sure that the piece of paper is under the entire cup. This will make sure that the spider won't be able to escape when you lift up the cup. The paper should be just one sheet, as opposed to a book or notebook. A stiff piece of paper like a notecard or index card works best. If the spider is dangling from a web, you will want to place the cup under the spider, and then either cut the web using scissors or use the piece of paper to break the web. The web and spider will stick to the piece of paper, and you will be able to bring the cup up to the paper and trap the spider. Lift up the cup and the piece of paper. You want to lift up the piece of paper and the cup so that the spider is still trapped inside. Make sure that as you are lifting, the rim of the cup and the paper are always against each other so that the spider does not escape. One way to lift the cup and paper is to hold the edge of the piece of paper with your left hand, with your right over the bottom of the cup. Lift the edge of the piece of paper, still holding the cup over the paper. Slip the fingers of your left hand under the piece of paper so that your hand is on the part of the piece of paper underneath the cup. Now with your hand underneath the paper and cup, you can lift up the trap and carry it to your door. Let the spider out of the cup. Carry the spider over to the door. Open the door and step outside. Place the trap on the ground, and take the cup off the spider. The spider should run away. If the spider is not moving, try gently blowing on the spider. You can also brush the spider off with your hand if you're feeling brave! Sweep the spider onto the dustpan. If the spider is on the floor, sweep the spider onto the dustpan. You can also do this if the spider is on a wall, but be careful not to sweep the spider on you! Gently tap the underside of the dustpan. With the spider on the dustpan, head to the door. As you are walking, tap the underside of the dustpan with the sweeper or with your fingernails. The noise and the vibrations of the tapping will scare the spider so that it stays still and doesn't run off the dustpan. Release the spider outside. When you get outside, place the dustpan on the ground. The spider should run off. If it doesn't, you can leave the dustpan there until the spider leaves it, or you can use the sweeper to sweep the spider off the dustpan. Use a vacuum. If using a dustpan is too up close and personal with the spider for you, use a vacuum instead. On the lowest setting, vacuum up the spider. Then empty out the filter outside of your home. You can use a regular vacuum cleaner, but be warned that this may possibly kill the spider. A dust buster is a slightly better option. You can also buy vacuums made especially for bugs and insects. You can purchase these on Amazon. Get a plastic bag. Use a plastic bag that is easy to turn inside out, like a plastic shopping bag. You also want to be sure that the bag is big enough so that your hand will fit inside it. Make sure that the bag doesn't have any rips or holes. Put your hand inside the bag. Make sure that you are able to move your fingers inside the bag. You are going to grab the spider with the bag, so you want to make sure that the bag is flexible enough to do this. Walk over to the spider with the bag on your hand. Grab the spider. With the hand that is inside the bag, grab the spider. Try to be gentle and not to squeeze, or else you could kill the spider. Try to grab the spider so that it is surrounded by the bag and is not being squeezed between your fingers. Turn the bag inside out. Quickly, before the spider can escape, turn the bag inside out. This way the spider will be trapped inside the bag. Pinch the top of the bag so that the spider can't escape out the top. Release the spider. Take the spider outside and shake out the bag. The spider should come out. You also can leave the bag outside and come back for it later, but be sure to remember, you don't want to litter!	Open the door or window that the spider is near. Find an object to block the spider’s path. Guide the spider out. Guide the spider over the threshold. Throw the folder out the door if the spider crawls on it. Close the door or window. Place a cup over the spider. Slip a piece of paper under the cup. Lift up the cup and the piece of paper. Let the spider out of the cup. Sweep the spider onto the dustpan. Gently tap the underside of the dustpan. Release the spider outside. Use a vacuum. Get a plastic bag. Put your hand inside the bag. Grab the spider. Turn the bag inside out. Release the spider.
https://www.wikihow.com/Remove-Water-from-Ears	How to Remove Water from Ears	If hopping up and down isn't helping to remove water from your ears, the next best thing you do is to yawn or chew gum, since the motion your jaw makes can jar the water free. Own a hair dryer? Put it on the lowest setting, hold it a foot from your ear, and blow it into your ear. If nothing's working, you can try using alcohol in your ear, which will help the water evaporate faster. Just make a half-and-half rubbing alcohol-white vinegar solution and put about a teaspoon in your ear, then drain your ear completely.	Use a homemade solution of half rubbing alcohol and half white vinegar. In addition to helping your ears get rid of that extra water, this solution will also keep them from getting infected. Simply make an ear drop solution that is made up of one part rubbing alcohol to one part white vinegar. Put about one teaspoon (or 5 milliliters) of the solution into your ear, either by pouring it in or using an ear dropper. Then, carefully drain it out. You can get the help of an adult to drop the solution into your ear for you. The acid in this mixture acts to break down the cerumen (earwax) that may be holding in some water in the ear canal, while the alcohol dries quickly and takes the water with it. The alcohol will also help the water in your ear evaporate more quickly. This method works well for people who are prone to getting swimmer's ear. Do not do this if you have a punctured eardrum. Create a vacuum in your ear. Face the affected ear down on your palm and then use your palm to gently push in and out until water begins to come out. Don't do this with the ear facing upwards or you may drive it farther back into the canal. This will create a suction-like vacuum that will draw the water in your ear toward your hand. Alternatively, tilt your ear down, place your finger in it, and make a vacuum with your finger by pushing and pulling rapidly. In a moment the water should come out of your ear very quickly. Note that this is not the preferred method, as scratching your ear canal can cause infection. If your palm isn't working and you want to use your finger, then make sure that your finger is clean and that your nails are short. Additionally during the "in" phase of the vacuum method it may be beneficial to gently massage the ear in a clockwise (or counter) motion while the air is tight. This may help irrigate the moist wax and free the moisture a little. This may be especially helpful if your hearing has been impaired by the experience. Blow-dry the ear. Though you may be skeptical about using a blow dryer to remove water from your ears, it has proven to work for some people. Simply place your dryer on its lowest heat setting, or even on cool, and hold it at least 1 foot (0.30 m) (30 cm) away from your head, blowing it into your ear, until you feel that water draining. Just make sure it's not too warm or too close to your ear to avoid burning yourself. Alternatively, blow the warm air across opening of the ear instead of into it. Whenever warm, dry air passes over water, it pulls away water vapor. Use over-the-counter eardrops for clearing water from your ears. Look for a 95% isopropyl alcohol solution, such as Swim-Ear or Auto-Dri. These are available in the pharmacy. Add the drops to your ear as recommended and tilt your ear down to drain the affected area. As with the home solution, you can use the help of an adult to help drop the medicine into your ear. Wipe the ear with a cloth. Wipe your outer ear slowly and gently with a soft towel or cloth to get rid of some of the water, tilting your ear down toward the cloth. Just make sure not to push the cloth inside your ear, or you may be pushing the water further back into your ear. Tilt your head to the side. Another trick you can try is to stand on one foot and tilt your head to the side so that the offending ear faces the ground. Try hopping on one foot to drain the water out. Tugging on the earlobe to open the canal wider or pulling the top of the ear to the side of the head can also help the water get drained. You can also just skip the hopping part and simply tilt your head to one side. Lie down on your side with your ear facing down. Gravity may cause the ear to drain naturally. Just lie down with the offending ear facing straight down for the most impact, unless you want to use a pillow for a bit of cushion. Stay in that position for at least a few minutes. You can watch television or find another way to entertain yourself if necessary. If you're experiencing the water in your ear in the evening, then make sure that when you lie down to rest, that the offending ear is also facing down. This can increase the chances of the water draining on its own while you sleep. Chew. Pretend you are gnawing on some food to move the jawbones around your ears. Tilt your head to the side that doesn't have water in it, then quickly tilt your head to the other side. You can also try chewing some gum to see if that can dislodge the offending water. The water in your ear gets stuck in your Eustachian tubes, which are part of the inner ear, and the chewing motion can help free it up. You can even try chewing while tilting your head with the offending side down for an added effect. Yawn. Sometimes you may pop the "bubble" of water through simply yawning. Any motion that can affect the water in your ear may help ease the tension and drain the water. If you feel a "pop" or some shifting of the water, then this may have a positive effect. Like chewing gum, this will also help free up those Eustachian tubes. See a doctor when needed. You should see a doctor when you begin to feel pain in addition to the water that is stuck in your ear. Also, know that an infection of the middle ear may feel like water getting stuck in your ear, and that will need to be treated as well. There's a good chance, though, that the pain that accompanies it may be a sign that the water has caused an irritation or infection that is known as Swimmer's Ear. If you have the following symptoms, then you should see a doctor immediately: Yellow, yellow-green, pus-like, or foul smelling drainage from the ear Ear pain that increases when you pull on the outer ear A loss of hearing An itching of the ear canal or ear Dry your ears after swimming. After you get in the water, whether you're swimming in the ocean or a pool or just taking a bath or a shower, you should be attentive to keeping your ears dry. Wipe the water off the outside of your ears with a clean cloth, and pat the area closer to your ear canal dry, too. Make sure to tilt your head to one side or another to shake out any of the excess water in your ears. It's true that some people are more prone to getting water stuck in their ears than others, since a lot of it depends on the shape of your ear. If you tend to get water stuck in your ears a lot, then you should be especially vigilant. Avoid using cotton swabs to clean your ears. While you may think that a cotton swab could help you excavate your ears, whether you want to remove water, wax, or a foreign object, using a q-tip actually has the opposite effect, and it can actually push the water or wax deeper into your ear. It can also scratch the inside of your ear, causing further pain. Using a tissue to clean the inside of your ears can scratch them as well. You can use a few drops of mineral or baby oil to loosen ear wax if you need to. If you want to clean the outside of your ears, wipe them down gently with a damp cloth. Avoid using earplugs or cotton balls in your ears when you have water stuck in them. Using earplugs or cotton balls when you sleep at night can have a similar effect to cotton swabs if your ears have water or other substances stuck in them, pushing the matter deeper into your ear. If you're having ear pain or feel that there's water stuck in your ear, then avoid these nighttime aids for the time being. You should also avoid headphones until the pain clears up, too.	Use a homemade solution of half rubbing alcohol and half white vinegar. Create a vacuum in your ear. Blow-dry the ear. Use over-the-counter eardrops for clearing water from your ears. Wipe the ear with a cloth. Tilt your head to the side. Lie down on your side with your ear facing down. Chew. Yawn. See a doctor when needed. Dry your ears after swimming. Avoid using cotton swabs to clean your ears. Avoid using earplugs or cotton balls in your ears when you have water stuck in them.
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Rid-of-Bug-Bites	How to Get Rid of Bug Bites	If you need to get rid of a bug bite, clean the area thoroughly with soap and water. If the bite is itchy, apply calamine lotion, a topical antihistamine, or a corticosteroid cream to relieve the itching. For a natural remedy, apply a paste made of 1 part warm water and 3 parts baking soda to the area, then wash it off after 15-20 minutes. You could also place a wet tea bag over the bug bite to help relieve the pain and itching.	Clean the bite area. Before doing anything else, thoroughly clean the area where the bite occurred. Use soap and warm water to do this. If there's swelling in the area of the bug bite, you can put a cold compress or ice pack on the bite to help reduce the swelling. The cold will also temporarily help relieve the pain and itching. Apply a cold compress or ice pack for a maximum of 10 minutes at a time. After the 10 minutes of application, leave it off for another 10 minutes. Do this rotation for up to an hour. Do not scratch the bite. The bite area will most likely be itchy and you will be tempted to scratch — don't. Do your absolute best to resist the urge to scratch. Unfortunately, scratching a bug bite can make things worse by causing an infection. Apply anti-itch lotions and creams. If the bite continues to be itchy, you can apply calamine lotion, a topical antihistamine, or a corticosteroid cream to help relieve it. All of these lotions and creams are available as over-the-counter medications at your local pharmacy. If you aren't sure which one might work best for you, talk to your pharmacist. Take oral medications. You can take acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol), ibuprofen (i.e. Advil), or an antihistamine (e.g. Claritin) orally if you need to relieve the pain or itching. If you take a daily allergy medication, be careful if you want to take an additional antihistamine. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you can increase the dose, or combine it safely with another type of medication. Use a baking soda paste. Applying a homemade baking soda paste to your bite can help to draw out toxins and relieve itching. It has been said that it can also speed up the healing process. Consider a meat tenderizer. Yes, you read that right! Mix a non-seasoned meat tenderizer with warm water until it forms a paste. Apply that paste directly to the insect bite to help ease the itching. Wash the paste off after 15 to 20 minutes. Try a wet tea bag. Steep a tea bag for a short time in warm water, then apply the wet tea bag to the insect bite to help relieve the itching. If you used the tea bag for an actual cup of tea first, make sure it's cooled down enough before putting it on your skin. Leave the tea bag on your skin for 15 to 20 minutes. Chop up some fruits or vegetables. There are several fruits and vegetables that contain enzymes that may help reduce swelling and itching. Try one of the following options: Papaya — Lay a slice on the bug bite for an hour. Onion — Rub a slice of onion on the bug bite. Garlic — Crush a clove of garlic and apply the garlic to the bug bite. Soak the bite in apple cider vinegar. Immediately after the bite has happened, soak the area in apple cider vinegar (if possible) for a few minutes. When the bite is still bothering you, pour apple cider vinegar on a cotton ball, and tape the cotton ball on top of the bug bite with a bandaid. Crush an aspirin. Use a spoon or a mortar and pestle to crush a pill of aspirin. Add some water to turn the powder into a paste, then apply the paste to the bite. You can leave the paste on your skin (similar to what you would do with calamine lotion) and wash it off when you have your next shower or bath. Drop on tea tree oil. Put one drop of tea tree oil onto the bite once day. This may not help with the itching, but it may help reduce and eliminate the swelling. As an alternative, use one to two drops of lavender or peppermint oil to help stop the itching. Look for ticks. Ticks live outdoors and are very small. Unlike other bugs, they don't just bite and leave. They embed themselves into the skin and continue to feed off their human host. They like small, hairy areas like: the scalp, behind the ear, in the armpit or groin, between fingers and toes. When checking for ticks, start in these areas, but check your whole body just to be sure. Remove the tick. The tick must be removed from its human host. The person who has been bitten will likely need assistance from another person, especially if the tick is someplace hard to reach. Do not touch the tick with bare hands. Save the tick. Yes, you should keep the tick temporarily. Because ticks can carry diseases like Lyme disease, you may wish to have the tick tested if you show signs of Lyme disease, or even if you don't. If it tests positive for anything, you may need additional medical treatment. Place the tick in a plastic baggie or small container (e.g. empty pill bottle, etc.). If the tick is still alive, store it in the fridge for up to 10 days. If the tick is dead, store it in the freezer for up to 10 days. If you aren't able to submit the tick within 10 days, throw it out. Even frozen or refrigerated ticks won't be viable for testing after 10 days. Go to the doctor. If the tick is embedded deep in the skin, or someone was only able to remove a portion of the tick, you'll need to go to the doctor and have it removed. You should also go to your doctor if you have any of the symptoms of Lyme disease. Wash the area of the tick bite. Use soap and water to wash the area of the tick bite. Apply some type of antiseptic to the area to disinfect the bite. You can use rubbing alcohol, hand sanitizer, etc. Make sure to wash your hands after you've completed this step. Submit the tick for testing. Testing is usually done by your local public health authority. Check with your heath department to see if testing is available in your area. The public health lab will start by checking what type of tick it is, as only some carry diseases. If the tick is of concern, they may then perform tests, or send it to a national lab for further tests. If you live in Canada in a province that does not have a provincial lab that tests ticks, you can submit the tick directly to the National Microbiology Laboratory (NML) for testing. Follow the instructions on the Government of Canada website to submit a tick to the NML. If you live in the United States, each state's public health department will have a procedure on how to submit a tick for testing. Check your state's public health website for detailed instructions. If you show signs of infection but are still waiting on the results of the tick test, do not delay treatment, and remember that false negatives are possible, or you may even have been bitten by another tick and not be aware. Do not wear scented items. Some bugs are attracted to certain scents, or just the fact that something smells different from what they're used to. Avoid wearing any perfume or scented lotions and creams when outdoors. Use insect repellent. Insect repellent comes in both spray and lotion versions. Use insect repellent before going outdoors to help prevent bugs from landing on you in the first place. The spray is easier to cover your whole body, as it can also be sprayed directly onto your clothing. However, the lotion can be applied directly to your skin and can be targeted at exposed areas. Read the instructions for the repellent lotion as to whether you can use it on your face. Never apply it near your eyes. Insect repellent that contains DEET is the most effective. Wait at least 30 minutes before applying the repellent if you've just applied sunscreen. Wear protective clothing. In addition to wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants, you can also wear clothing specifically designed to keep the bugs out. This special clothing includes a hat with thin netting that comes down to cover your face, neck, and shoulders. If you're going to an area with a lot of bugs, this might be a better option than repellent. You can also tuck your pants into your socks to keep the bugs from biting your ankles. Remove standing water. Water that's built up in puddles and ditches, or any water that isn't moving with a current, can become breeding grounds for mosquito eggs. If there's standing water on your property, remove it to help eliminate the possibility of mosquitoes. If you're outdoors, avoid areas with standing water if you can. Light a citronella candle. Candles made with citronella, linalool, and geraniol have all been shown to keep bugs, mainly mosquitoes, away. In fact, there are studies that show citronella reduces the number of female mosquitoes in the area by 35%, linalool reduces the number by 65%, and geraniol reduces the number by 82%! They even make citronella-scented badges that you can wear on your clothing. Create an essential oil repellent. There are some essential oils that are known to help repel bugs, and when combined with water can be applied to your skin to help keep the bugs away. You can also try an essential oil diffuser instead of a candle. The following essential oils work to repel bugs: eucalyptus, clove, citronella, neem oil or cream, and camphor and menthol gels. If you're applying a solution directly to your skin, be careful to keep it away from your eyes. Recognize the symptoms of a bug bite. While this may seem quite obvious, it is important to be sure you're treating a bug bite and not something else, like poison ivy. Plus, some symptoms may be similar to other medical conditions, especially if you are allergic to the bug that bit you. Know when it is an emergency. If someone was stung inside the mouth, nose or throat, or is experiencing a possible severe allergic reaction, call 911 or 999 or take the person to the ER right away. People who are suffering in this way may need medical intervention to help them breathe, and will likely need some sort of medication in order to alleviate the symptoms (e.g. epinephrine, corticosteroids, etc.). If the person who was stung has a known allergy to certain bug bites, she may carry an EpiPen (a portable shot which delivers epinephrine) with her. If she has one, follow the instructions on the EpiPen to administer the medication to the person immediately. The person must still see a doctor immediately, even if you have administered a shot of epinephrine. Know when to follow up with a doctor. If the person who was stung is not having a serious allergic reaction (or wasn't stung inside his airway) he may be okay temporarily. If he starts to experience any of the following symptoms, he may need to go to the doctor for further treatment. Secondary infections can be caused by itching and causing a break in the skin through which bacteria can enter. The skin is the first layer of defense against infection. Persistent pain or itching, fever, signs of infection at the bug bite location. As an example, if this person has an infection, he will most likely need antibiotics in order to fight that infection.	Clean the bite area. Do not scratch the bite. Apply anti-itch lotions and creams. Take oral medications. Use a baking soda paste. Consider a meat tenderizer. Try a wet tea bag. Chop up some fruits or vegetables. Soak the bite in apple cider vinegar. Crush an aspirin. Drop on tea tree oil. Look for ticks. Remove the tick. Save the tick. Go to the doctor. Wash the area of the tick bite. Submit the tick for testing. Do not wear scented items. Use insect repellent. Wear protective clothing. Remove standing water. Light a citronella candle. Create an essential oil repellent. Recognize the symptoms of a bug bite. Know when it is an emergency. Know when to follow up with a doctor.
https://www.wikihow.com/Grow-Lettuce-Indoors	How to Grow Lettuce Indoors	To grow lettuce indoors, start by filling a pot with a seed starting soil mix to ensure good drainage. Then, plant 4 seeds 1 inch apart, sprinkle them with potting soil, and gently mist them with water from a spray bottle. Next, place the pot near a sunny window and keep the temperature around it at 65 to 70 degrees F. Additionally, mist your lettuce daily until it sprouts, then water the plants whenever the leaves wilt.	Choose a lettuce variety that thrives indoors. Although most lettuce plants can stay healthy indoors, you'll have better success with some varieties over others. Buy any of these lettuce varieties, which are known for growing well inside, from a garden center or plant nursery: Garden Babies Merlot Baby Oakleaf Salad Bowl Lollo Rosa Black-Seeded Simpson Tom Thumb Red Deer Tongue Fill a pot with a seed starting soil mix. Seed starting mixes are lightweight, they help your plants' roots grow, and they're well-draining to prevent overwatering. If you cannot find a seed starting mix, you can also create a soil made from equal parts peat moss or coir, vermiculite, and sand. Each lettuce plant requires 4–6 in (10–15 cm) of space and a depth of about 8 inches (20 cm). Choose a pot that can accommodate these measurements. Purchase pots with drainage holes on the bottom. Place a saucer underneath the pot to catch draining water. You can buy seed starting soil mixes from most plant nurseries or garden centers. Plant your seeds approximately 1 in (2.5 cm) apart. Dig a 4–6 in (10–15 cm) deep hole and place your seeds inside at about 1 in (2.5 cm) apart. Limit your seeds to 4 per pot to avoid overcrowding the lettuce as it grows. If you want to plant more than 4 seeds, prepare several pots ahead of time. Sprinkle your seeds lightly with potting soil and water. Take a handful of potting soil and gently sprinkle it over the newly-planted seeds. Fill a spray bottle with water and gently mist the seeds to avoid washing them away. Plant lettuce seedlings if you don't want to wait for seeds to sprout. If you don't want to wait for seeds to sprout, you can plant lettuce seedlings instead. Use the same technique as you would for lettuce seedlings, planting no more than 4 per pot. You can buy lettuce seedlings at many plant nurseries or garden centers Mist your seeds daily until they sprout into seedlings. When they sprout, give your lettuce at least 1 in (2.5 cm) of water per week. Poke your finger in the soil once or twice a day and water your lettuce whenever the soil feels dry. The soil should be moist but not waterlogged. Another way to test the moisture level of soil is lifting up the pot. If it feels heavy, the soil is saturated with water. Grow your lettuce in room temperature conditions. Lettuce grows best at temperatures around 65–70 °F (18–21 °C). Turn on the air conditioner or heater as needed to keep your plants at an even, sustainable temperature. If the weather is warm or cool enough outside, you can move your plants outdoors periodically to get fresh air. Place your lettuce plant near a sunny window or a fluorescent grow light. Lettuce plants grow best with direct sunlight. If you're in a climate with very little sun, purchase a grow light from a plant nursery and position it about 12 inches (30 cm) overhead. Lettuce plants need at least 12 hours of direct sunlight a day, with 14-16 hours the preferred amount. Keep in mind that plants grown under a grow light generally need more time under the light than they would with natural sunlight. Aim closer to 14-16 hours instead of 12+ hours if you're using a grow light. Water your lettuce whenever the leaves wilt. Lettuce plant leaves visibly wilt when they are thirsty. If your plant's leaves droop, water the lettuce until its soil is moist, but not soaking wet or waterlogged. The hotter the temperatures, the more often you will need to water your lettuce Fertilize your lettuce 3 weeks after planting it. Lettuce needs nitrogen-rich soil to grow, so spray a liquid fertilizer on the plant 3 weeks after you planted it, or when the first leaves grow on the plant. Spray the fertilizer mainly near the soil, avoiding the lettuce leaves to prevent burning them. Use a liquid fertilizer. Granular fertilizers need to be mixed into the soil. Organic alfalfa meal or a nitrogen-rich, slow-release fertilizer both work well with lettuce. You can also use fish or seaweed emulsion fertilizers but they can emit a strong odor and are less recommended for indoor lettuce plants. Begin harvesting your lettuce 30-45 days after planting. On average, lettuce takes about 30-45 days after you plant the seeds to mature. Make a note on your calendar to begin harvesting after about 30 days has passed. Indoor lettuce plants grow and mature continually, so you can continue harvesting your plant after you've picked it for the first time. Mature indoor lettuce usually grows to about 4 inches (10 cm) tall. See How to Harvest Romaine Lettuce for specific instructions relating to this type of lettuce. Harvest your lettuce in the morning. Morning is when your plant's most hydrated and at its strongest. If possible, harvest your plant before the late morning or afternoon to attain a healthier yield. If you can't harvest in the morning, avoid mid-to-late afternoon, which is when your plant's least hydrated. Cut off the outer leaves. Do not harvest your indoor lettuce plant all at once. As long as you continue taking care of it, you can harvest it for several months. Cut 3-4 of the outer leaves at a time with garden shears or scissors, leaving the rest of the plant to heal and grow back later on. Avoid picking the lettuce's crown or center. Limit yourself to the outer leaves to boost its overall harvesting yield. Refrigerate your lettuce for 5-8 days after harvesting. Depending on the variety, lettuce can last anywhere between 3-10 days in the refrigerator. Check how long your specific variety lasts for and, after placing the lettuce in the fridge, plan to use it by its expiration date. If you don't think you'll use your lettuce in 5-8 days, wait a few days before harvesting your plant. Harvest your lettuce again in about 2 weeks. Your plant requires about 2 weeks to heal and grow more leaves before it is ready to harvest again. After your first time harvesting, wait 2 weeks in-between harvesting to keep your plant healthy and able to grow more leaves. Wait at least 2 weeks before harvesting young plants, which may take time to grow strong after being harvested. Sow additional seeds every 2 weeks to extend your harvest.	Choose a lettuce variety that thrives indoors. Fill a pot with a seed starting soil mix. Plant your seeds approximately 1 in (2.5 cm) apart. Sprinkle your seeds lightly with potting soil and water. Plant lettuce seedlings if you don't want to wait for seeds to sprout. Mist your seeds daily until they sprout into seedlings. Grow your lettuce in room temperature conditions. Place your lettuce plant near a sunny window or a fluorescent grow light. Water your lettuce whenever the leaves wilt. Fertilize your lettuce 3 weeks after planting it. Begin harvesting your lettuce 30-45 days after planting. Harvest your lettuce in the morning. Cut off the outer leaves. Refrigerate your lettuce for 5-8 days after harvesting. Harvest your lettuce again in about 2 weeks.
https://www.wikihow.com/Fix-Brassy-Hair-Color	How to Fix Brassy Hair Color	To fix your brassy hair color, use a colored shampoo, which will neutralize the tint. If your hair has a yellow tone, look for purple shampoo. If your hair has a copper tone, look for blue shampoo. Only wash your hair a few times a week, since washing it daily can cause fading. You can also use a semi-permanent or permanent toner to mask your brassy tint. Toner is a product that netrualizes brassy hair to a platinum color.	Determine your brassy tone. When hair color turns brassy, the tones range from yellowish orange to copper. In general, those with darker blonde shades will end up with brassiness that is copper toned, while lighter blonde shades usually lean toward more yellow tones. Once you've figured out which camp you fall into, you can more effectively combat your brassy strands. It is possible to have both yellow and copper toned brassiness present in your hair color. Use a blue or purple shampoo a few times per week. Violet hued shampoos will neutralize yellow brassiness. Blue (silver) toned shampoos will cancel out copper brassiness. This works because blue and purple are opposite orange and yellow on the color wheel, effectively counteracting the brassy tones. There is a wide variety of options, ranging from affordable drug store versions to pricey salon products. If you can't determine your brassy tones, or if they seem to be both yellow and copper, use a shampoo that has both purple and blue tones in it. Look for products that claim to be "color correcting" or "tone correcting." You can also ask a clerk at the beauty supply store for recommendations. You can find a drug store brand called Shimmer Lights purple shampoo. If you'd prefer a salon brand, two popular options include Joico Color Balance Purple shampoo and Matrix Total Results So Silver shampoo. Alternate with shampoos and conditioners made for color-treated hair. You shouldn't use blue/purple shampoos every day – stick to using them only a few times each week. In between blue/purple shampoos, use hair products made specifically for color care. There are shampoos, conditioners, masques and more that will help you preserve your color and fight brassiness without the use of blue/violet pigment. If you use purple shampoo every day, your hair will take on a lilac or light blue tint. Avoid hair care products that are alcohol-based. These will accelerate color fading and dry out your locks. Install a shower head filter. Chlorine and iron deposits in the water supply can cause brassiness and fade your hair color. Investing in a shower head filter might seem a little excessive (they're about $150) but when you consider how much money can go into coloring your hair, it's actually quite an investment. Not only is the filtered water a bonus for your hair health, but your skin will love it, too. Boost color and minimize brassiness with a foam gloss. These lightweight foams are easy to use and meant to be applied in the shower, immediately after shampooing your hair. The foam boosts color and shine while breaking down brassy tones. The whole process only takes about 5 minutes and it's extremely effective. These products are gentle enough to use as often as you like, although you will probably only need to use them about once per week. To use, apply to your hair from roots to tip immediately after shampooing. Rinse the foam out immediately or leave it on for 3 minutes to enhance your color, then rinse. Follow it up with a good conditioner. For those with an ash or silver hair tone, you may want to use the mousse every day, post-shampoo. Foam glosses are mostly found at beauty supply stores, but there are a few drugstore versions on the market. Refresh color and tone down brassiness with a temporary rinse. Temporary rinses are applied after you shampoo and towel dry your hair. Saturate your hair with the product and then run a comb through to ensure even distribution. After 20 minutes, rinse out the product, but don't shampoo your hair. Then blow dry and style your hair as usual. It's called a temporary “rinse” because the color boost only lasts until your next shampoo, which rinses the product out of your hair. You'll need to wear rubber gloves when applying the product. Temporary rinses are usually sold exclusively at beauty supply stores. Treat brassiness with a semi-permanent toner. These come in liquid or cream form and the results last about a week (or a few shampoos) before fading. Semi-permanent toners contain no harsh chemicals and therefore they don't damage your hair – a major plus. You can use them weekly and there are reasonably priced drugstore versions that you can try at home. Apply the toner to clean, dry hair. Leave it on until you've achieved your desired color. Results should last 3-6 shampoos. Avoid shampooing immediately after using a semi-permanent toner. You can condition safely immediately after, however, if you like. Enhance your color with lowlights. Lowlighting means to dye darker streaks into your hair and it can add a lot of dimension to your hair color. Lowlights can also neutralize brassy orange tones by introducing darker blonde shades into the mix, creating an overall cooling effect. It's a procedure best performed by an experienced hair stylist, so lowlighting isn't the cheapest solution. However, the results can be very striking and it's certainly something to consider if you've tried a lot of other things with no success. As with all “permanent” dyes, lowlights may start to fade after about 6-8 weeks. Try a demi-permanent or permanent toner. Both of these solutions provide “long lasting” results, which range from 6-8 weeks. Demi-permanent toners are less damaging to the hair shaft than the permanent variety, with results typically lasting about 6 weeks. Permanent toners will give you about 8 weeks of results. To use, separate your hair into 4 large sections. Work with one section at a time, leaving the other 3 clipped up out of the way. Apply the toner in small sections, starting at the top and working your way down to the ends until you have full coverage. Keep a close eye on the dye as it develops and rinse thoroughly. Minimize fading. Preserving your color can go a long way toward preventing brassiness. Even “permanent” dyes start to fade after about 8 weeks, and frequent dyeing can severely damage you hair. Along with all of the other toning strategies, actively try to prevent your color from fading in the first place. Only wash your hair when it's necessary – try to avoid daily washing. When you do wash it, use blue/purple toning products. Limit your sun exposure and the use of heating tools, like blow dryers and straight irons. Smoothing serums and other similar products can help you maintain color by sealing your hair cuticle when you apply them. Always condition your hair very well. This also seals the hair cuticle and protects your color.	Determine your brassy tone. Use a blue or purple shampoo a few times per week. Alternate with shampoos and conditioners made for color-treated hair. Install a shower head filter. Boost color and minimize brassiness with a foam gloss. Refresh color and tone down brassiness with a temporary rinse. Treat brassiness with a semi-permanent toner. Enhance your color with lowlights. Try a demi-permanent or permanent toner. Minimize fading.
https://www.wikihow.com/Adopt-a-German-Shepherd	How to Adopt a German Shepherd	Before you adopt a German Shepherd, make sure you have time to attend obedience classes and exercise your dog daily to help it be a well-behaved family member. If you're ready to commit to a Shepherd, fill out an application at your local shelter or rescue, and be prepared to answer questions about your home, yard, and other pets. Once your application is approved, you'll have a chance to meet your new potential dog. If everything goes well, pay the rescue or shelter fees before bringing your new pet home. Additionally, prepare for your dog's homecoming by purchasing supplies, like food, bowls, a leash, and a collar.	Choose the German shepherd dog breed. Carefully consider the requirements of caring for a German shepherd by reading as much as you can about the breed. Many people are unaware of how much time and attention are required to help the dog grow into a well-behaved family member. A German shepherd can become destructive and aggressive without at least one mature pack leader who is confident but not abusive. This means that you need the time to attend obedience classes, practice socialization techniques, encourage exercise, play and train the dog every day. Determine the best kind of German shepherd for you. German shepherds tend to share common traits such as extreme intelligence, protectiveness and loyalty, but some are better suited as laid-back family companions while others thrive as high-energy, working dogs. Do you envision a dog who is friendly and social, or strong and protective? Are you a leader or a follower, athletic or a couch potato? Chances are there is a German shepherd rescue dog who matches your personality type. It's important to understand your needs before you go out looking for a dog. This will allow you to look for the right kind of dog and to have conversations with shelter and rescue workers about what you are looking for. You will also need to determine what aged dog you would like. While puppies can be hard to come by in shelters and rescues, there are often lots of older dogs that need homes. Think about whether the breed's physical characteristics will fit into your lifestyle. Adult German shepherds are big dogs that require exercise and movement. In addition, all German shepherds shed heavily twice a year. If a large, shedding dog does not appeal to your aesthetic tastes, adopting a German shepherd may not be the right dog for you. You need to commit to exercising your dog regularly, so if you do not like to get outside and exercise, then a German shepherd may not be for you. Contact a rescue organization to adopt a German shepherd. Approaching a rescue group is ideal because they pull the most promising dogs from animal shelters with the least amount of behavioral issues. They can tell you more about the individual personality of the dog and provide the follow-up support needed after the adoption process is complete. Search online for the German shepherd rescue groups that are in your area. However, you can also contact groups in outlying areas that you would be willing to travel to. Evaluate all of the adoptable German shepherds. Read about their personalities and histories in the profiles on the shelter and rescue group's websites. Look for qualities that are a good match to your lifestyle and personality. Pay particular attention to the dog's energy level, obedience background, estimated age, and existing health issues. These should all be included in the description online. Express your interest for a particular dog to the rescue organization or shelter. Keep in mind that these groups are sparsely staffed and may not be able to get back to you immediately. Follow up with a phone call or email if you do not hear back in a week or so. When you go to contact the rescue organization follow the directions they have listed on their website. Some organizations will have you will out a form while others will simply have you send an email describing what dog you are interested in. If your potential dog is at a shelter you can usually call them and ask to place a hold on a dog until you can come and meet it in person. Apply to get a dog. Rescues and shelters will require that you fill out a thorough application before your get a dog. These applications screen out people who are not prepared or unable to properly care for a dog. Applications vary but they usually include questions about your housing situation, your yard, and basic questions about your ability to care for a dog. Many people and institutions consider German shepherds to be a dangerous breed. Usually renters must show proof to a rescue organization that their landlord will allow them to keep a German shepherd in the home. Homeowners may need to confirm that their homeowners insurance company will allow a German shepherd to live on the premises. If they do, your premiums could increase. Allow rescue or shelter staff time to screen your application. They need time to determine if the dog you want is a good fit for you and your lifestyle. They will verify that any existing dogs are certifiably healthy and well-cared for by your veterinarian, as well as whether you can financially care for a dog. The rescue group will also likely come to your home before you meet the dog to ensure you have the proper accommodations, such as a fenced yard. Some people see this process as intrusive and an obstacle to finding the dog a home but ultimately the rigorous screening process ensures the greatest chances of success for everyone by matching the right dog to the best owner. Meet your potential German shepherd. You will be allowed to meet the rescue dog in person once you, your home, and family are approved by the rescue group. If you have any existing pets you'll want to make sure they get along with the adoptee. If you are adopting from a shelter, you will probably meet the dog before you apply to adopt it. Prepare to bring a dog home. Stock up on supplies when your application is approved. Before bringing home your dog you will need a flat collar and new dog's ID tags attached to it. You'll also need a leash, food and water bowls, a crate that is suitably-sized for full-grown German shepherds, a dog bed, food, and safe chew toys. It is best to wait to buy supplies until you are sure that you are getting the dog you applied for. Bring the dog home. You will need to pay the rescue organization or shelter fees before you will be allowed to bring the dog home. Once you do, you will be free to take your new family member home. Immediately after bringing your German shepherd rescue dog home, contact the trainer recommended by the rescue or shelter organization and schedule time for your first obedience classes. Taking a comprehensive training course is the first step toward achieving a loving, lasting bond with your shepherd.	Choose the German shepherd dog breed. Determine the best kind of German shepherd for you. Think about whether the breed's physical characteristics will fit into your lifestyle. Contact a rescue organization to adopt a German shepherd. Evaluate all of the adoptable German shepherds. Express your interest for a particular dog to the rescue organization or shelter. Apply to get a dog. Allow rescue or shelter staff time to screen your application. Meet your potential German shepherd. Prepare to bring a dog home. Bring the dog home.
https://www.wikihow.com/Test-Your-Cat%27s-Intelligence	How to Test Your Cat's Intelligence	To test your cat's intelligence, show your cat a toy and then hide it behind something. If your cat tries to look for the toy behind the object, it may have above-average intelligence. You can also try placing a container of your cat's food or treats next to its food bowl. If your cat looks back and forth between you and the food, it shows that it's smart enough to realize what the food is and that you're going to give it some.	Hide your cat’s favorite toy. A cat's intelligence is similar to that of the average two- or three- year old child. One way to test your cat's intelligence is to hide one of her favorite toys behind a solid item such as a thick piece of paper or file folder. Let her a get a good look at the toy first, then hide it behind the item. It is best to do this activity in an uncluttered area where your cat can focus all of her attention on you. If she tries to look behind the solid item to see where the toy went, she is demonstrating an understanding that the toy is hidden and did not simply disappear. This level of intelligence is about that of an 18-month old child. Move a mechanical mouse under a piece of furniture. If you have a mechanical mouse, turn it on and maneuver it such that it ends up going under a piece of furniture, such as a couch or refrigerator. Watch your cat as she studies the movements of the mouse. Even though she may not be able to see the mouse once it goes under the furniture, she may be able to predict accurately where it will come out. Your cat may be able to make this prediction by watching the mouse's movements before it goes under the furniture. Her ability to predict where the mouse comes out demonstrates the intelligence of a two-year old child. Place an unopened container of food near your cat’s food bowl. How your cat responds to this action tests her ability to reason and provides insight on her intelligence. If your cat has a high level of intelligence, she will likely look back and forth between you and the container, waiting for you to open it. If she completely ignores the container, or does a quick sniff of it then walks away, her intelligence level may be a little lower. Watch a nature show with your cat. Choose a nature show that involves birds. Your cat is demonstrating her intelligence if she watches the show intently. Although she may not initially understand that the birds are only TV and that she can't actually catch them, she at least understands what image is being shown on the screen. Increase your knowledge on cat intelligence. Your cat's intelligence is largely based on how she can use her skills to play, get food, gain attention, and ensure that her needs and wants are met. Her intelligence also stems from her highly inquisitive nature. Part of your cat's intelligence has to do with her ability to rapidly change her behavior according to her environment. For example, if you give her a toy that allows her to bring out her predator side, she is showing that she can rapidly adjust from a pampered house cat to a cat on the hunt. Another aspect of her intelligence is her ability to manipulate and handle objects in her paws. The next time your cat is playing with her toys, watch how she is able to grip and manipulate them with her paws. Cats are sometimes unfairly labeled as less intelligent than dogs, or simply unintelligent, because they do not perform like dogs on certain intelligence tests. For example, when put in a maze, a cat is likely to stop and investigate the blind alleys, rather than navigate quickly through like a dog. Rather than indicating a lack of intelligence, the investigation is a cat's way of exploring, and getting a good feel of, its environment. The entire scope of feline intelligence is beyond what can be explained in this article. Consider talking to your veterinarian or visiting your local bookstore or library to learn about feline intelligence. Do not compare your cat’s intelligence to that of a dog. Cat owners and dog owners have long debated which animal is more intelligent. While both sides can make valid claims, the intelligences of dogs and cats are too different to easily compare the two. Simply put, cats and dogs are intelligent in different ways. Dogs are social creatures and have become increasingly skilled at performing different social tasks in the human world (e.g., therapy dogs, seeing-eye dogs, rescue dogs), which gives them a high level of social intelligence. However, the intense domestication of dogs may have caused them to lose some survival skills along the way. Cats, who are independent and aloof, tend not to have the same level of social skills as dogs. However, their independence means they can largely survive on their own without being heavily dependent on people. This independence is an aspect of cat intelligence. Because cats and dogs have different skills sets, they use their intelligence in different ways. Neither intelligence is necessarily superior or inferior to the other. Identify the challenges of testing cat intelligence. People may assume that cats are not very intelligent because they do not demonstrate their abilities as readily as dogs. That is one main challenge of testing cat intelligence—the difficulty in convincing a cat to show what it knows and how it learns. Whereas dogs are social animals and are eager to please their owners, cats are more independent and less likely to look to their owners for approval. Your cat may wonder why she needs to show you her intelligence at all. Another challenge is that there are no scientific tests to accurately assess a cat's intelligence. In addition, humans tend to equate high levels of animal intelligence with how similar the animal acts to humans. For example, an animal who has good eyesight is deemed more intelligent than an animal whose eyesight is not as good. Looking at a cat's intelligence through the lens of human expectations presents a challenge to really knowing how intelligent that cat is.	Hide your cat’s favorite toy. Move a mechanical mouse under a piece of furniture. Place an unopened container of food near your cat’s food bowl. Watch a nature show with your cat. Increase your knowledge on cat intelligence. Do not compare your cat’s intelligence to that of a dog. Identify the challenges of testing cat intelligence.
https://www.wikihow.com/Temper-Chocolate	How to Temper Chocolate	If you want to temper chocolate, first fill a large bowl with ice water. Then, place about 2/3 of your chocolate into a second, dry bowl. Heat the bowl of chocolate on top of a pot of water that's simmering, but not boiling, until the chocolate reaches 110 °F (43°C). Then, place the bowl of melted chocolate inside of the bowl of ice water. Stir the chocolate slowly but constantly until the chocolate cools to 95 °F (35°C). Remove the bowl from the ice water and add the remaining third of your chocolate. Stir until the chocolate is well-combined and smooth.	Gather your equipment, and preferably one to two pounds of chocolate. Chop your chocolate into small pieces, or use chocolate disks, sold by many manufacturers at gourmet stores or online from professional chocolate suppliers. The more chocolate you use, the easier the process is to manage. Try to chop your chocolate as uniform as possible. Chocolate that's uniformly chopped will melt evenly and lower the risk of scorching. If you want, you can use a serrated knife to cut the chocolate into even chunks, or you can look for chocolate chips that are evenly molded. Set aside approximately 1/3 of the chopped chocolate for later use. It will not be used in the initial double-boiling. Fill one of your bowls with ice water. Fill it just full enough so that your other bowl — your bowl with chocolate — will rest nicely inside without spilling the water. Place your chopped chocolate in the dry, stainless steel bowl. Melt it gently over a pot of very gently simmering water by resting the bowl on the top of the pot of water. The bowl should be bigger than the pot and should not be submerged in the water, but resting on the edge of the pot. Do not bring the water underneath the chocolate to a boil. Also, don't rush the melting by turning up the heat on the stove. Trying to melt the chocolate too soon will cause it to scorch, ruining the taste and the tempering process. Be careful not to allow any water to get in the chocolate, or it will seize. This is very important. Heat the chocolate slowly until it reaches a temperature of 110°–115°F. Once the chocolate is fully melted it should feel warm to the touch. Place the bowl of melted chocolate into the bowl with ice water, and begin to stir slowly but constantly. Once it begins to thicken and reaches a temperature of 95°–100°F, crystallization or "tempering" is occurring, and you can remove it from the cold water. Add the remaining 1/3 of untempered chocolate to the melted chocolate and stir. Incorporate the two forms of chocolate so that the final mixture is smooth. Start test for temper or crystallization at 90°F by dipping a spoon into the chocolate. It should set up a hard, firm, and shiny with 2 to 3 minutes, in a 65°-72°F environment. If it appears spotty or dull, you need to continue stirring, applying heat or cold as necessary to keep it soft and workable, but not too thin. It should feel cool to the touch; a good test spot for temperature is to place a dot on your lower lip. If it feels cool, the temperature is probably about right. Check for tempering. When the chocolate sets quickly, uniformly, with good shine and no spots, it is ready to use. You can fill molds, make bark , dip dried fruits, biscuits, cookies, or anything else with it. You can flavor it with fat-soluble oils (mint, lemon, orange, etc.) as well. Gather and chop your chocolate into even pieces. A serrated knife works well here, although you can skip the cutting altogether if you decide to buy chocolate chips or coins. Set aside approximately 1/3 of the chopped chocolate for later use. It will not be used in the initial double-boiling. Heat up a pot of water, but do not bring it to boil. You want steam to be coming from the pot, but boiling water can cause the chocolate to scorch or melt too quickly. Place the chocolate pieces in a completely dry, stainless steel bowl, and then onto the steaming pan. Make sure the bowl with the chocolate rests on top of the pan, keeping any moisture or water away from the chocolate. Water that is introduced to chocolate can cause it to seize. Melt the chocolate, stirring until it is just at 110°F. Do not melt beyond this point or the chocolate will scorch. Introduce the remaining 1/3 solid chocolate into melted chocolate and continue stirring. Heat until the mixture becomes smooth again. Begin "tabling" the chocolate on a smooth, cool surface such as marble. Take the chocolate off the heat and spread 2/3 of it over a cool surface. Next: With a spatula, work the melted chocolate by scraping and stirring it across the cool surface. This process will smooth and cool the chocolate. Continue tabling until a temperature of 80°–82°F is reached. Return the cooled mixture to the reserved mixture and put the whole mixture on top of the light heat again. Stirring constantly, wait until the chocolate gets to a temperature of 87°–91°F. Take the chocolate off the double boiler. Use the chocolate in molds, biscuits, cookies, dipping, etc. Is the chocolate sticky to the touch even after a little while? Sticky chocolate has not been properly tempered. The chocolate should set and be firm after 2 to 3 minutes. Mind a note on different types of chocolate. Different kinds of chocolates have different kinds of cacao concentrations, as well as cocoa butter concentrations. Knowing which type of chocolate you're working with is essential to tempering correctly. Dark chocolate (no milk content) tempers ideally at 88-90°F (31-32°C) Milk chocolate tempers ideally at 86-88°F (30-31°C) White chocolate tempers ideally at 80-82°F (27-28°C) Know how the fats in cocoa butter crystalize. There are several different stages to the crystallization of cocoa butter fats. Melting and tempering good chocolate is all about getting the crystals to stage V of the process: Stage I — 17 °C (63 °F) — Chocolate is soft, crumbly, and melts too easily Stage II — 21 °C (70 °F) — Chocolate is soft, crumbly, and melts too easily Stage III — 26 °C (79 °F) — Chocolate is firm, snaps poorly, and melts too easily Stage IV — 28 °C (82 °F) — Chocolate is firm, snaps well, but melts too easily Stage V — 34 °C (93 °F) — Chocolate is glossy, firm, snaps well, and melts near body temperature Stage VI — 36 °C (97 °F) — Chocolate is hard and takes too long to form	Gather your equipment, and preferably one to two pounds of chocolate. Fill one of your bowls with ice water. Place your chopped chocolate in the dry, stainless steel bowl. Heat the chocolate slowly until it reaches a temperature of 110°–115°F. Add the remaining 1/3 of untempered chocolate to the melted chocolate and stir. Start test for temper or crystallization at 90°F by dipping a spoon into the chocolate. Check for tempering. Gather and chop your chocolate into even pieces. Heat up a pot of water, but do not bring it to boil. Place the chocolate pieces in a completely dry, stainless steel bowl, and then onto the steaming pan. Melt the chocolate, stirring until it is just at 110°F. Introduce the remaining 1/3 solid chocolate into melted chocolate and continue stirring. Begin "tabling" the chocolate on a smooth, cool surface such as marble. Stirring constantly, wait until the chocolate gets to a temperature of 87°–91°F. Mind a note on different types of chocolate. Know how the fats in cocoa butter crystalize.
https://www.wikihow.com/Train-a-Saint-Bernard-Puppy	How to Train a Saint Bernard Puppy	If you want to train your Saint Bernard puppy, start by using positive reinforcement to teach it basic commands. To get started, tell your puppy to “sit” in a clear, firm voice and gently place its bottom on the floor. Praise it and repeat. Practice makes perfect, so make sure to do this in 5-minute sessions every day until it learns the command. Alternatively, to train your puppy to come when called, tell it to “come” while you are walking backward. If it follows you, repeat the process once it reaches you. This will help it associate the word with the command.	Try clicker training. To ensure all training is positive, try clicker training to teach your puppy basic commands. Use a device that makes a clicking noise when your pooch has done something correctly to reinforce its behavior. Avoid punishing your pup when it makes a mistake. Teach the sit command. The “sit” command is the easiest to teach your dog, so it should be first. In a firm, clear voice, tell your Saint Bernard puppy to “sit.” Then, gently help them place their bottom on the floor. Praise them. Keep repeating until your puppy sits when you command it. You can use treats to reward your puppy. When you get them on their bottom, give them a treat immediately. This way, they can associate sitting with a positive reward. Do this every day until your puppy learns it. You should start with short sessions of around five minutes since your puppy is young, but you can increase the amount of time spent on these sessions as they learn. Be patient and don't lose your temper if your Saint Bernard doesn't get it quickly. Train your puppy to come. Training your Saint Bernard puppy to come when called is important. This skill will enable them to go off-leash and have more freedoms. Tell your puppy to “come” while walking backwards. The puppy will probably follow you. When your Saint Bernard gets to you, say “come” again before moving backwards. This helps your dog learn what the word means. Reward your puppy when they come to you. Try using treats, toys, petting, or verbal praise. Teach your dog to stay. Stay can be taught to your Saint Bernard puppy once they learn to sit and come. From a sitting position, hold their collar and say "stay." Then move away from them a short distance before calling them to you. Repeat in short intervals at first, then increase how long they have to stay and how far you walk before you let them come to you or move. You can also teach your puppy a release word such as "okay" or "move," which will let them know when it is okay to move. Stay is a very important command for your Saint Bernard puppy, especially if you plan to take them in public. This command can help keep them out of danger and trouble. Train your dog to lay down. The command "lay down" is usually done after you teach "stay." After your Saint Bernard puppy learns to stay, tell them the command "down" from that position. At first, you will have to gently guide them down into that position as you say "down." This pairing will associate the action with the position. Keep doing it over and over again until your puppy does it on their own. You can use a treat in your hand to help guide your puppy into the lying position. Leash train your Saint Bernard puppy. Saint Bernard puppies grow into large dogs, so you should teach it to walk on a non-retractable leash in a controlled manner. Take your puppy for short walks on the leash to start. When the puppy tries to run ahead and pulls the leash , stop. Stand still without letting the puppy go where they want to go. When the puppy comes back to you or sits, start walking again. Praise good behavior on the leash with verbal praise, petting, and treats. Consider teaching your puppy to sit before they get the leash on them. This helps reduce jumping because they're too excited. Be consistent. Consistency is the key to training your Saint Bernard puppy. You should use the same words every time you give a command. This makes it clear to your puppy what you expect. Make sure you always expect the same thing for your dog and apply the same rules. Don't allow your puppy to ignore your sit command before you put on the leash or reward them for jumping if you don't want them to learn these behaviors. Talk to everyone in your household about the rules and make sure they understand the command words and what is expected of your puppy. Be patient. Saint Bernards can be trained, but they are stubborn. They will test their boundaries and may resist training for a while. Remember, your puppy is still young and growing. They will learn, but it will take time. Keep reasonable expectations, reinforce the behaviors consistently, stay calm, and remain positive, and your puppy will learn eventually. Use positive reinforcement training methods. Positive reinforcement training is one of the most effective ways to train your puppy. Positive reinforcement uses rewards to reinforce good behavior. Your puppy learns that if they perform a desired action, they will receive something good in return. Use treats, petting, verbal praise, and toys as rewards for good behavior. Ignore any undesired behaviors. Responding in any way reinforces the behavior. Turn your back and ignore the behavior until your puppy stops it. Avoid punishment. Saint Bernards will not listen or respect owners who use punishment with them. Trying to correct negative behavior with punishment is not an effective training method. Yelling or physically hurting the puppy will more than likely not change the behavior, but rather make the puppy scared of you or lead to bad behaviors. Instead, focus on positive reinforcement methods. Choose an elimination spot. Find a spot outdoors where you want your puppy to go to the bathroom. Take your Saint Bernard to this spot every time they go to the bathroom. The puppy will eventually learn that this is where they need to go and will start wanting to go to do their business in this spot. Set an elimination schedule. Your Saint Bernard puppy needs to learn that they have to use the bathroom in their elimination spot. When you first get your puppy, set up a schedule to take them out. Start with taking them out every hour. They should also be taken out first thing in the morning, before bed, and after meals. Setting up a feeding schedule can help reinforce the elimination schedule. Your Saint Bernard will get used to going out within 30 minutes after they eat. Reward your puppy. Associate the act of going to the bathroom in their elimination spot with a positive reward. When your puppy does their business, give them verbal praise, pet them, and give them a treat. This helps them want to do their business in the elimination spot. Provide the rewards immediately after the puppy finishes. Don't start verbal praise while they are still going, and don't wait until you are back inside the house. Rewards need to be immediate. Interrupt your puppy calmly if you catch them eliminating in the house. If your Saint Bernard starts to go to the bathroom in the house, calmly interrupt them. Speak their name and clap your hands to get their attention. Then, pick them up and take them outside to the elimination spot. After they do their business, give them a treat to reinforce the positive behavior. Avoid yelling at your puppy if you catch them messing in the house. They are learning, so teach them the correct behavior calmly and positively. Don't rub their nose in the mess or punish them, which can make them afraid to eliminate. Confine your puppy at first. While you are house training them, you should keep them confined to small area of the house where you can keep an eye on them. Your Saint Bernard needs to be monitored until they have learned that they go outside. Confining them helps keep accidents to a minimum and helps you watch them for signs they need to go out. You can use baby gates, dog play pens, or closed doors to help limit where your puppy can roam. Try crate training. Crate training can be a good way to house train your Saint Bernard puppy. Dogs see crates as their space, so they are less likely to mess in it. You can leave the puppy in the crate for short periods of time when you go out. You can also let your puppy sleep in the crate at night. The crate should be big enough for the puppy to stand up comfortably and turn around. Start with a smaller crate that is closer to your puppy's size and then move up to a larger one more fit for your adult Saint Bernard. Don't use the crate as punishment. This should be a positive space for your puppy.	Try clicker training. Teach the sit command. Train your puppy to come. Teach your dog to stay. Train your dog to lay down. Leash train your Saint Bernard puppy. Be consistent. Be patient. Use positive reinforcement training methods. Avoid punishment. Choose an elimination spot. Set an elimination schedule. Reward your puppy. Interrupt your puppy calmly if you catch them eliminating in the house. Confine your puppy at first. Try crate training.
https://www.wikihow.com/Tie-a-Scarf	How to Tie a Scarf	To tie a scarf, start by folding the scarf in half so the 2 ends are touching. Then, drape the scarf over your neck so the ends are on 1 side and the looped part of the scarf is on the other. Next, take the ends of the scarf and pull them through the loop. Finally, pull the loop up toward your neck to tighten the scarf.	Do a basic loop and knot. If you have a scarf that isn't too long or with fringed ends, doing a plain wrap-and-knot is a great option. Drape the scarf around your neck, and tug the ends so that one is hanging down about twice as long as the other. Take the long end of the scarf and wrap it around your neck, bringing the tail end back to the front; it should be even with the other tail end. You can now leave the ends dangling, or tie them together in a regular knot, leaving the ends to dangle. Tie a traditional hacking knot. Possibly the most common way of tying a scarf, the hacking knot works well for scarves that are a bit on the longer side. Take your scarf and fold it in half, so that you have two tail ends together and a loop on the other end. Wrap this around your neck, and pull the two tail ends through the loop. Adjust the ends and the loop to your like, and you're done. Tie a double knot. If you're wanting to showcase your scarf in the front, this is a great tying option. Wrap the scarf around your neck so that both the ends are hanging down the front. Then, tie them together in a loose knot near your chest. Tie the ends together in a second knot, leaving it loose. The ends should dangle down the front, and you're finished. Create a bow with your scarf. Wrap your scarf around your neck, and tie a loose knot near your collarbone. Then, just as you would with shoe-laces, tie the ends of the scarf together in a big floppy bow. Adjust the bow so that it lays how you like, and move it so that it is either off to the side or directly in front. Your scarf-bow is finished! Wear a modified ascot. If you have a square silk scarf (commonly found vintage), you can create an ascot-style scarf. Fold your scarf in half to form a large triangle. Place the downward point on your back, and bring the two even points to the front. Tie the two ends together in a double knot very near your neck. Make a pleated wrap. You can create a voluminous neck-tie by pleating your scarf prior to wrapping it. Lay it out flat on a table, and then accordion-fold it to create a folded stack of fabric. Hold the pleats in place, and wrap the scarf around your neck. Tie the ends together in the front, and let the pleats go. The ends should maintain some of the original folding, appearing full and fluffy in the front. Adjust to your liking, and you're finished. Create a faux-infinity scarf. Lay your scarf out flat on a countertop, and then fold it in half so that the ends are lined up. Tie the corners of the scarf together, creating a large loop. Place this loop around your neck with the ties at the back, and then loop it around your neck a second time. Adjust the fabric so that the infinity scarf is sitting correctly, and you're done. Tie your scarf in a flowing loop. Similar to tying an infinity scarf, creating a long-flowing loop of fabric allows you to showcase the print of your scarf. Lay your scarf out on a flat surface, and tie the corners together to form a loop. Place this loop around your neck with the tied ends at the back. This style looks good when the bottom portion of the loop is tucked behind a wide waist belt and paired with a matching cardigan or jacket. Scarf-braid your scarf. Start by folding your scarf in half so that you have a loop on one end and the tail ends on the other; wrap this around your neck so the loop and ends are even. Pull one of the tail ends (not both) through the loop. Then, twist the loop 180 degrees, and pull the second tail end through the loop. Twist the loop below the second tail 180 degrees again, and then repeat the process until the ends are too short to braid. Tie your scarf bandana-style. This style of knot works best for square scarves made of silk, although it can be done on others. Lay your scarf out flat, and fold it in half diagonally to form a triangle. Place the scarf so that the triangle is in your front, covering up your chest. Then, wrap the two triangle ends around the back of your neck and back to the front, tying them in a knot. Tuck the tied ends of the knot under the triangle of fabric, and you're finished. Create a sliding knot. Another style that works well with a long scarf, tying a sliding knot is relatively simple and an attractive way to style your scarf. Wrap your scarf around your neck so that the two ends are hanging evenly on either side of your body. On one end of the scarf, tie it in a knot onto itself, but leave it slightly loose. Pull the end of the second tail through the center of this knot, and you're done! Slide the knot up or down the scarf to put it in your preferred location. Wear your scarf as a shrug. If you're looking for a little extra coverage without a bulky sweater, try tying your scarf around your shoulders as a shrug. If your scarf is square, fold it diagonally in half to form a triangle; a rectangular scarf does not need to be folded prior to wrapping. Then, drape your scarf around your shoulders so that the two ends are held open in the front, and the bulk of the scarf is resting on your shoulders/back. Tie the ends together in a small knot in the front, and adjust the fabric a bit. Wear your scarf as a shawl. If you have a beautiful pashmina or a long, wide scarf with a pretty pattern, try wearing it as a shawl. Open the scarf so that it is completely flat, and wrap it around your back and arms so that the entire pattern is exposed. Drape the ends of the scarf loosely over your shoulders, and tug at the fabric a bit to loosen it up. You can turn this style around so that the ends are draped in the front if you would like, but this doesn't leave as nice of draping as the original steps indicate. Drape your scarf over your hair as a headwrap. Whether you're trying to protect your hair from the elements or you just want to show off your scarf on your head, you can create a lovely loose headwrap using a small silk scarf. Open the scarf up so all the fabric is exposed, and place this over your head so that the ends are near your shoulders. Tie the ends of the fabric together under your chin or near the nape of your neck under your hair. Turn your scarf into a headband. If you have a pretty square scarf, you can easily transform it into a headband. Lay the scarf out flat on a table, and then fold it in half diagonally to form a triangle. Starting on the widest side, roll/fold the fabric in 1-inch sections to create a long, narrow strip of fabric. Then wrap this around your head to form the headband. Tie the ends together either above your hairline, or under your hair on the nape of your neck. Wear your scarf as a belt. If you have a relatively short scarf, you can easily transform it into a belt. Fold or roll it up to a width of your liking, and wrap this around your waist. Tie the ends together in the back or on the side, and tuck the excess fabric back on itself. Alternately, you can choose to let the ends of the scarf dangle loose down your legs.	Do a basic loop and knot. Tie a traditional hacking knot. Tie a double knot. Create a bow with your scarf. Wear a modified ascot. Make a pleated wrap. Create a faux-infinity scarf. Tie your scarf in a flowing loop. Scarf-braid your scarf. Tie your scarf bandana-style. Create a sliding knot. Wear your scarf as a shrug. Wear your scarf as a shawl. Drape your scarf over your hair as a headwrap. Turn your scarf into a headband. Wear your scarf as a belt.
https://www.wikihow.life/Run-Longer	How to Run Longer	To run longer, add an extra 5-10 minutes of running a week to your current routine. If you don't have a running schedule yet, see how long you can run without stopping and use this as your base. Another way to build endurance is to add some sprint repeats every week. These high intensity interval drills can help you run longer as a slower pace. Moreover, make sure to hydrate with water and eat a light snack of almonds, a banana, or yogurt an hour before a run to keep you feeling light yet energized.	Check your running form. Before you aim to run longer, it's a good idea to make sure you've mastered the basics. Using awkward form might not make a difference when you're only running a couple of miles, but when you add more time and mileage your running form makes a bigger difference. Pump your arms and take comfortable strides. Relax your upper body instead of holding it stiff. Breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth. Make sure you're running in a comfortable pair of shoes that fit your feet well. Time a run. Before trying to add time, see exactly what you have to work with. Wear a watch on your next run and time yourself. You'll be adding time in small increments, so it's a good idea to know what your starting point will be. Run as long as you can before needing to stop. Try to keep going even after you feel tired and your legs start aching. You likely have a little more endurance than you realize, since a big part of being able to run longer is having the ability to deal with some discomfort. Consider setting a goal based on your starting time. If you can run 15 minutes, your goal might be to make it to 30. If you can run 30, maybe you want to be able to run for an hour. Add 5 - 10 minutes a week. It might not sound like much, but adding 5 - 10 minutes per week, depending on your initial endurance level, will build up very quickly. This is a good, steady amount of time to add to help you run longer without jumping ahead too fast and over-straining your muscles. Make a commitment to running the extra time, even if it's a struggle - that's how you build endurance. If your first timed run lasted under 30 minutes, start by adding 5 minutes next time. Keep adding 5 minutes week after week until you can run for 30. If your first timed run was over 30 minutes, add 10 minutes per week. Keep adding 10 minutes per week (and no more) until you reach your goal. Don't worry about your pace. You can work on your speed later - for now, just focus on the goal of running longer. Your pace should be easy enough that you can have a conversation while you run. Run at a pace you feel like you could keep up indefinitely. Pushing yourself to run both faster and longer could lead to burnout, so if you're concerned about speed, make it a goal to run faster after you've reached your goal to run for a certain amount of time. Fuel your body properly. What you eat and drink before working out matters. If you feel heavy or bloated, you won't be able to run as long. It's very important to be completely hydrated and sated with nutrients so you'll be able to endure the entire run. While you need to have fuel in your body, it's not necessary to "carbo-load" before a run. This can actually really slow you down. Unless you're running a marathon, your body really doesn't need a rush of carbohydrates to complete the run. Try eating a handful of almonds, a banana, or half a bagel with peanut butter about an hour before you run. This should be sufficient to get you through the run without weighing you down. Don't hydrate with sports drinks - just drink water instead. Again, your body doesn't need the extra sugar to perform well. In the end, the extra calories will just make it more difficult to stay in good shape. Stick with your training plan. Building endurance happens when you make a plan and keep at it, week after week. If you skip a few weeks of running, your fitness level will drop a bit and you'll have to build it back up again. If you end up needing to take an extended break because life gets in the way of training, that's OK - just get back out there and start adding time again. Fitness is a work in progress, and you're going to have super-fit times and not-so-fit times - that's just part of the game. Don't push too hard. Attempting to skip ahead in your plan and add more than 10 minutes per week will backfire on you. Your body needs time to slowly build muscle and fitness, and if you try to push too hard you could injure yourself or simply get burned out. You'll be more successful if you build endurance slowly but surely. Make sure to incorporate rest days into your routine. Don't run every single day - you should rest at least 1 or 2 days a week to give your muscles a chance to heal and rest. On the days when you don't run, you can cross train. Try biking, swimming, or hiking as an alternative. Walk when you need to. When you're building up endurance, you're likely to experience some discomfort as you add time to your runs. You'll get to the point where you feel like you can't take another step. That's OK - you can slow down and walk for a bit. Walk until you feel able to run, then start running again. Keep rotating between walking and running until you've been working out for the amount of time you set out to run. The run/walk strategy is especially helpful if you're a beginner runner. Try to increase the time you're running and decrease the time you're walking with each subsequent workout. Eventually, you'll be able to run the entire time. Run sprints. Doing high-intensity interval training has been shown to increase the body's maximal oxygen uptake - known as VO2 max - which is the standard measure or aerobic fitness. That means that running sprints a few times a week will help you build the endurance to run longer at a slower pace. Try the following routine 2 to 3 times a week for about 6 weeks: Warm up completely. Sprinting puts a lot of pressure on your muscles, and warming up will help prevent injury. Sprint for 30 seconds at 50 percent capacity. Rest for 2 minutes. Sprint for 30 seconds at 80 percent capacity. Rest for 2 minutes. Sprint for 30 seconds at 100 percent capacity. Rest for 2 minutes. Repeat for a total of up to 8 sprints depending on your fitness level. Do plyometrics. Boot camp-style exercises like skipping drills and high-knee sprints have been used to great success by some athletes to improve endurance. These exercises build core muscles and tone the entire body. Incorporating plyometrics helps athletes run longer, faster. You can work with a personal trainer to use your gym's equipment to complete a plyometrics routine 2 - 3 times a week. Alternatively, try the following workout: Run 20 yards (18.3 m) using the shortest, quickest stride you can do. Repeat 6 times. Do a total of 5 minutes of the following exercises: single-leg hops, jump roping, and high-knee skipping. Rotate hard days with easy days. This strategy is used by marathoners who add distance every week. During the week, do 2 or 3 shorter, intense runs - hard runs during which you run faster and with more effort. On the weekend, do your longest run at an easy, conversational pace. You'll find the longer runs to be more pleasant than the shorter ones, even though you're covering more distance and running for a longer amount of time. Try tempo runs. A tempo run is one that starts with 15 minutes at an easy pace, then 20 minutes at a comfortably hard pace (not a sprint), and finishes with 15 minutes at an easy pace. Adding one or two tempo runs to your workout will increase the body's lactate threshold, the point at which the body fatigues while running a certain pace. Stay engaged - or not. In order to keep your mind occupied and away from thoughts of feeling tired, try listening to an MP3 player during your run. Alternatively, you might prefer the quiet time to relax your mind and focus only on your running. Do whatever works best for you and helps you push through the discomfort your body will feel as you gain endurance.	Check your running form. Time a run. Add 5 - 10 minutes a week. Don't worry about your pace. Fuel your body properly. Stick with your training plan. Don't push too hard. Walk when you need to. Run sprints. Do plyometrics. Rotate hard days with easy days. Try tempo runs. Stay engaged - or not.
https://www.wikihow.com/Check-the-Freshness-of-Baking-Powder	How to Check the Freshness of Baking Powder	To check the freshness of baking powder, pour some into a bowl and then add boiling water. If the baking powder immediately starts to bubble and fizz, it's still fresh! The more bubbling and fizzing, the fresher the baking powder is. If your baking powder doesn't bubble and fizz, you may want to use baking soda mixed with buttermilk, lemon juice, or vinegar instead.	Boil some tap water. Use tap water and fill a kettle to the minimum fill line. You only need ½ cup (118 ml) of hot water to test the baking powder, but filling the kettle to the minimum fill line will ensure the heating element doesn't overheat. Turn on the kettle and bring the water to a boil. Don't use more water than you need, otherwise the kettle will waste energy heating the extra water. Place some baking powder into a bowl. Measure 1 teaspoon (4.6 g) of baking powder into a heat-safe bowl, glass, or dish. Once the water has boiled, you'll pour it over the baking powder, so it's important to use a dish that can withstand the heat. You can actually use this same method to test the potency of baking soda as well. Measure and pour the water. When the kettle boils, pour some of the boiling water into a half-cup measuring cup. Slowly pour the boiling water from the measuring cup over the baking powder. To test baking soda instead of baking powder, add 1 teaspoon of white vinegar to the hot water before pouring it over the soda. The acid in the vinegar will react with the baking soda and activate it if it's still good. Watch for bubbling. Baking powder that's still fresh and good to use will immediately start to bubble and fizz when you pour the boiling water over it. Fizzing and hissing means the baking powder is fresh and can be used as a leavening agent in baking. The more bubbles the baking powder creates, the fresher it is. Mix baking soda with cream of tartar. Baking powder is actually just baking soda mixed with a dry acid, so you can make your own baking powder in a pinch if what you have on hand isn't fresh. To make 1 tablespoon (14 g) of baking powder, whisk together 1 teaspoon (5 g) of baking soda and 2 teaspoons (7 g) of cream of tartar. To make larger quantities of baking powder, mix baking soda and cream of tartar at a one-to-two ratio and store extras in an airtight container. Combine baking soda and buttermilk. Another acid you can use to convert baking soda into baking powder is buttermilk. To make baking powder this way, combine ½ teaspoon (2 g) of baking soda with ½ cup (118 ml) of buttermilk. This baking powder alternative is best in recipes that already call for the buttermilk, such as: Pancakes Muffins Biscuits Waffles Breading or batter Doughnuts Mix baking soda with lemon juice or vinegar. Both lemon juice and vinegar contain acid that will help activate baking soda and turn it into baking powder. To make this alternative, combine ¼ teaspoon (1 g) of baking soda and 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of lemon juice or vinegar. This yields 1 teaspoon (5 g) of baking powder. When making baking powder with a liquid plus baking soda, reduce the amount of other liquids in the recipe by the same amount. For instance, if you made 2 teaspoons of baking powder made with lemon juice and baking soda, reduce the milk in the recipe by 2 teaspoons. Store baking powder in an airtight container. When stored properly, baking powder will last for 18 months or longer. One of the most important factors when storing baking powder is to keep it in an airtight container that doesn't let in any oxygen. Good containers include: Mason jars Glass or plastic containers with tight-fitting lids Metal or ceramic baking canisters with sealing lids Increase shelf life by storing it somewhere dry. When baking powder mixes with moisture, it clumps together and becomes less effective. Dry places to store baking powder for an extended shelf life include in a pantry, cupboard, or other moisture-free area. Don't store baking powder in damp basements, under sinks, or in areas that are prone to spills or leaks. The moisture found in the air contains water, yeast, and other elements, and all of these will change the chemical composition of the baking powder. Eventually, the baking powder will become unusable if it's exposed to moisture. Keep it cool. Another way to get the most life out of baking powder is by storing it away from heat. High temperatures may activate the baking powder, especially if it hasn't been stored in a dry enough location. Pantries and kitchen cupboards that aren't near the oven are ideal for baking powder.	Boil some tap water. Place some baking powder into a bowl. Measure and pour the water. Watch for bubbling. Mix baking soda with cream of tartar. Combine baking soda and buttermilk. Mix baking soda with lemon juice or vinegar. Store baking powder in an airtight container. Increase shelf life by storing it somewhere dry. Keep it cool.
https://www.wikihow.com/Trust-Your-Husband	How to Trust Your Husband	It can be difficult when your husband betrays your trust, but if you communicate your needs, it'll be easier to learn to trust him again. When you both have some free time, sit down with your husband, and explain how what he did hurt you and damaged your trust in him. It's important to be totally honest with each other about what you're feeling since it will build a precedent for honesty in the future. After you've talked about your feelings, have a discussion about what you expect from each other in your relationship. For instance, you might agree to call ahead if you're coming home late or not share certain parts of your relationship with friends. Keep in mind that you still need to respect each other's privacy, and you shouldn't look through each other's phone, email, or social media. These kinds of actions tend to feed insecurities and aren't the best option for rebuilding trust.	Understand the importance of trust. Trust is so important to happy relationships because it's basically impossible to be truly happy with your partner if you don't have it. Consider the following: Without trust, you'll have reason to worry whenever your husband isn't around. Is he doing what he says he is or has he lied to you? Without trust, you can't be 100% sure that your husband is committed to you. Is he in this relationship for the long haul or is he just waiting until something better comes along? Without trust, you can't be positive that your husband will do his best to respect and care for you. Will he embarrass or demean you in front of other people? Talk to him about your concerns. Communication is key for trust to develop in a relationship. You must be open about your feelings. If there's something that your husband is doing to shake your trust, tell him! He can't read your mind, so if you want him to make changes, you'll need to talk to him. Try to voice your concerns in a non-accusatory way. You don't want to put your husband on the defensive if you don't have to. Try taking an open, friendly tone. For example, you might open by saying, "Hey, I was wondering if we could talk about us for a few minutes." As you make your points, say how his actions make you feel rather than criticizing him personally. You don't just have to communicate only negative things to him — feel free to open up about how great he makes you feel as well. Listen to him. Good communication is a two-way street. Listen to what your husband has to say and try your best to understand him. You don't always have to agree with him, but he does deserve your attention and respect, especially when you're discussing difficult topics. It's also important to show your husband that you're listening. Maintain good eye contact and nod your head every once in a while. Occasionally, repeat back a point he's just made. Respect his privacy. Let the new trust in your relationship begin with you. A basic way to establish trust is to give him plenty of personal privacy (and expect that he gives you the same). This means not looking through his phone, mail, email or social media accounts. It also means not constantly calling him when he's out to see what he's doing or demanding explanations of what he's done. These kinds of actions feed your own insecurity and won't do anything to change what he is doing. However, this doesn't mean that you should turn a blind eye to evidence of bad behavior. Obvious warning signs — mysterious texts that cause him to cancel your dinner plans with no explanation, for instance — warrant investigation. Be open about your expectations. It's important to lay down reasonable expectations for each spouse as early in the relationship as possible. This way, if someone behaves badly, you can clearly point out exactly how your trust has been betrayed. This is especially important if your expectations of your partner differ significantly from the "norm" (i.e., he should not cheat on you, flirt with other people, and so on). It is crucial if you have shared responsibilities (like child care). If you haven't already, have an honest discussion with your partner that outlines your expectations for each other. Be prepared to speak up about things in your relationship that aren't working, but make the conversation about what you feel, rather than what you suspect he is doing. For example, you might say, "When you're always late home, I feel as though I'm not important to you." Approaching it this way gives him the opportunity to see how you're affected without being accused, which may lead to confrontation. Clearly explain to him how he has betrayed your trust. Your first objective after a betrayal is to think about how you will communicate to your husband that he has shaken your trust. Here, as above, you'll want to focus on how his actions made you feel rather than making personal attacks. However, since in this case he has deliberately done something to hurt you, you don't need to stay perfectly calm. It's only reasonable to get emotional — especially if he has done something truly disrespectful. For example, you might start the conversation by saying something like this: "We need to talk. I don't like that you've been lying about where you've been. If I can't trust you, we're going to have problems." You're making it clear that you're upset, but you're not completely allowing your emotions to run wild. Give him opportunities to re-earn trust after losing it. Betrayals of trust can range from relatively minor (lying so he can hang out with friends, forgetting romantic commitments, etc.) to major (infidelity, humiliating you in front of others, etc.) It's up to you to judge how badly your husband's trust-destroying behavior has damaged your relationship. However, as long as you stay together after the problem behavior, you should give your husband a reasonable chance to earn your trust again. Try to make the punishment fit the crime here. For instance, if you catch your husband sending flirty texts to a co-worker but he swears he hasn't done anything else (and you believe him), it's reasonable to avoid intimacy (sex, cuddling, affection, etc.) until you're sure that he's not interested in anyone else. Seek counseling. If you can't figure things out on your own but preserving your marriage is important to you, don't be afraid to seek the assistance of a professional. A counselor or couples therapist can help you repair the root issues that are affecting your ability to trust each other as spouses. Seeing these sorts of professionals isn't something to be ashamed of. Many couples get professional help for a wide variety of marital issues. The fact that you're willing to get help when it's needed is something to be proud of, even if it's not the sort of thing you'd volunteer as casual dinner conversation. Consider ending the relationship if you can't trust him. As mentioned at the beginning of this article, having a happy relationship is more or less impossible without trust. If your husband has done something to prevent you from ever trusting him again or if he has refused to change after repeated betrayals, it may be time to reconsider your relationship. Breaking up is hard to do — especially when you're married — but the alternative of living with a spouse you don't trust is never a good idea	Understand the importance of trust. Talk to him about your concerns. Listen to him. Respect his privacy. Be open about your expectations. Clearly explain to him how he has betrayed your trust. Give him opportunities to re-earn trust after losing it. Seek counseling. Consider ending the relationship if you can't trust him.
https://www.wikihow.com/Start-a-Mortgage-Company	How to Start a Mortgage Company	To start a mortgage company, start by applying to the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System & Registry (NMLS). Once you're certified by the NMLS, apply for a license from the state you plan to operate in. Be prepared to go through fingerprinting and background checks, and make sure you can provide proof of citizenship and insurance. Then, take and pass the NMLS exams and pay the required fees to get your license. After that, you can register yourself as a business and begin looking for vendor partners and wholesale lenders to start working with.	Learn your state’s rules. Every state has its own rule and requirements for licensing, so you'll need to find out what is necessary for the state you want to work in. These licenses are usually covered by the state's commerce office, or a similar department. Differences in state laws include whether you need a license, what kind of mortgages you can issue, and if you are required to have a physical office in the state. The Nationwide Multistate Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) system has a list of each state's licensing requirements. [1] Apply to NMLS. The NMLS helps to govern the regulations and licensing for mortgage brokers nationwide, and joining it will get you into the national system. There are a series of steps you will need to take in order to join, each of which will also include a shipping or registration fee. You will need to undergo a background check, which includes submitting official fingerprints. If you have fingerprints on file with NLMS that are less than 3 years old, you will not need to be re-fingerprinted. You should know the results of your background check within 48 hours. Pass the NMLS exams. The licensing exams from the NLMS cover both federal and state regulations. You will have 4.5 hours to complete both exams, which are typically not taken on the same day. You will need a pencil and calculator to work with, and perhaps other items depending on your state's requirements. You need a 75% score to pass the exams, and you should receive your results immediately after completing the exam. Apply for a state license. Once you are certified by NMLS, you need to get a license from the state you intend to work in. Each state will have a different office you need to contact for the license. Some states, such as California, have multiple offices you can register with. Like NMLS registration, these licenses will probably require a background check, as well as proof of citizenship, insurance, a surety bond, and addition education requirements beyond those listed in the SAFE Act. Maintain your license. You will need to annually renew your broker license. Other requirements and fees vary by state, though you can do many of them through the NLMS. Make sure you are able to access your online account through NLMS, which will make the process quicker. As of November 1, you can request renewal through the system. Once you make the request, your state agency will be notified, review your request, and communicate any issues they find. At this point, your state is responsible for your renewal application Businesses can request licenses on behalf of their individual licensees. If you are working for another company before starting your own, check with your company to see if they are doing it for you. Decide want kinds of mortgages you want to specialize in. Like any new business, you will need a niche to get started and find new customers. Look for groups of people who aren't being served well by existing mortgage companies. Try to figure out if you have some way to reach out to them and help resolve their issues in applying for a mortgage. Make sure you abide by the rules set by the Equal Opportunity Council. Create your business plan. If you are going into business independently, you will need a plan to help establish your structure and explain your goals to potential investors and employees. Describe the market you intend to reach and how you plan to target them. As the mortgage business is pretty crowded, you will want to identify how you intend to create and fill a niche in the market in the face of stiff competition. Obtain office space. You can rent, lease or buy office space. You will want to find a place that is easily accessible to your clients. You may also need to purchase office supplies as well as equipment such as a fax machine, an office computer, a phone, and Internet access. Some states require you to have a physical (or brick-and-mortar) office location to register in the state. Make sure you know the laws of your state before registering. Register the business in your state. Every state has a different office and requirements for registering a new mortgage company. In New York, for example, the NLMS will go through the Department of Financial Services, and require documentation such as a credit report, $10,000 surety bond, business plan, and other documents involving awareness of legal specifications. Many states do registration through the NLMS, so if you are in the system, you've already got a head-start. Get tax information. Your business will need to pay taxes, so you will need a tax identification number for federal and state offices. Get an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the IRS. You can apply through the IRS website , or you can fax or mail a completed SS-4 form. Filing online will get you an EIN immediately, while the mailed or faxed form should return a number in about four business days. Filing for an EIN is free. When you incorporate as a business, and register in your state, you should receive a state-level tax identification number. Each state has different obligations and requirements, so make sure you know your state's relevant laws. Locate vendor partners and wholesale lenders. These will be the companies you work with to secure loans. Without them, you won't be able to provide the services you are offering. Look for companies that are willing and able to service the niche you intend to reach. You will be working closely with these companies, so choose ones you trust. The more lenders you work with, the wider the array of loans you can offer. Market your business. This is a very personal business that thrives on interaction. Because most of your income will come from commissions, you will need to constantly find and add new customers. Referrals, first from friends and family, then other customers, are vitally important to bringing in new business. There are a number of ways to promote your business beyond basic networking. Make sure you have a strong online presence on sites like LinkedIn and Google Plus, as well as service review sites like Angie's List. You should also develop your own website, and look for ways to get your name into the community through newspaper articles and public forums. There will always be a market for people who want information on buying a home. Hire additional staff. As your company grows, you may want to hire additional brokers, loan officers or loan processors. With a bigger staff, you may need to hire human resource and payroll services. As you expand, make sure you keep track of your business' and employees' tax information. Make sure your workers fill out both the I-9 Form (for employment eligibility) and W-4 Form (for taxation). Keep all your employees' tax forms filed for easy reference. Implement a quality control program. Granting mortgages is a complicated and expensive process, one you will want to get right. As your company grows it is important that you make sure your processes are covering all the necessary requirements for yourself, the bank, and your clients. This is something that is good to do regularly to ensure a quality process, rather than waiting until issues begin to arise. Take a random sampling of your mortgage applications, and check to make sure that they have been filled out appropriately, that the information in them can be properly verified, and that they fulfill requirements for federal and state regulations as well as your business' best practices. This needs to be a traceable and repeatable process, so you should have clearly defined steps for carrying out quality control. These steps should include written steps that detail what was reviewed and what the reviewer found. Open a new branch. If your business is going well, and you want to reach new clients in another part of town, or in a different town, you can open up a new office. Find a location near where you expect to get business, and start advertising locally. States may have different requirements for opening new offices. New York, for example, requires a separate fee and license for each branch office , while Georgia only requires the new branch to register without needing an additional license. Expand your niche. If your company can develop a strong reputation for the quality of your work, you may consider expanding the kinds of mortgages you offer. This reputation is important because of the personal nature of the mortgage business. If people trust you to steer them in the right direction, they will be more willing to consider different products or services.	Learn your state’s rules. Apply to NMLS. Apply for a state license. Maintain your license. Decide want kinds of mortgages you want to specialize in. Create your business plan. Obtain office space. Register the business in your state. Get tax information. Locate vendor partners and wholesale lenders. Market your business. Hire additional staff. Implement a quality control program. Open a new branch. Expand your niche.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-4-Strand-Braided-Bracelet	How to Make a 4 Strand Braided Bracelet	To make a flat 4-strand braided bracelet, start by measuring your wrist and cutting 4 equal strands of yarn that are 2 inches longer than your wrist circumference. Next, gather the strands together about 1 inch from the end and tape them to a flat work surface. Then, take the rightmost strand of yarn and bring it over the strand that's next to it. Pinch the 2 middle strands together and bring the leftmost strand of yarn over them. Be sure to keep the tension tight as you braid! Keep braiding until you're about 1 inch from the end. Finally, pinch the strands of yarn together and tie them in knot to complete the bracelet.	Cut 4 equal strands of yarn. Wrap a fabric measuring tape around your wrist and make a note of the measurement. Then, cut 4 strands of yarn that are about 2 inches (5.1 cm) longer than that distance. This will account for weaving and tying off the ends of the bracelet.If you're braiding thin thread, you may want to use 2 or 3 strands for each main strand of the braid. Tie 1 end of the strands together and tape them to a flat work surface. Gather the 4 strands together into a knot about 1 inch (2.5 cm) from 1 end. Lay the strands flat on a table and put a piece of tape across the end to hold the yarn in place. Then, separate the strands so they fan away from each other. If you don't want to tape the yarn, try pinning the strands of yarn in place. This would work best if you were working on a flat cork or bulletin board. Braid the outer strands towards the center. Take the rightmost strand of yarn and bring it over the strand that's next to it. Pinch the 2 middle strands together and bring the leftmost strand of yarn over them. Keep the tension tight as you braid so your bracelet doesn't unravel. Bring the right strand over 1 and lift the leftmost strand over 2 strands. Repeat what you just did while keeping the tension on the strands tight so the braids are visible. Move the rightmost strand over the strand that's next to it and then pinch the 2 middle strands together. Then, take the leftmost strand and bring it over them. Try to remember that you're working over a single strand from the right and over a double strand when you braid from the left. Keep braiding the outermost strands until you reach the end of your yarn. You can stop braiding when you're about 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the bottom. Try to keep the tension the same as you work from the top of the yarn to the bottom. For example, don't start really tight and then become loose as you reach the end of the yarn or your bracelet will be uneven. Tie the bottom end of the braid. Once you're about 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the end of the yarn, stop braiding and pinch the strands of yarn together. Tie the yarn into a strong knot. Then, remove the tape from the top end of the braid. Leave the excess yarn that's sticking out from the ends so you can tie the braid into a bracelet. Wrap the braid around your wrist and tie the ends together. Since it can be tricky to tie a knot using 1 hand, ask a friend to knot the ends together for you. If you have a long bracelet, you may be able to tie a knot at the ends before sliding it onto your wrist. If you make an extra-large bracelet, you can wear it as an anklet. Cut 4 strands of cord, leather, or thick yarn into equal lengths. Wrap a flexible measuring tape around your wrist and add at least 2 inches (5.1 cm) to the measurement. Then, cut your firm material, such as cord or leather, into 4 equal pieces according to the new measurement. Although you can use a thick yarn, your round bracelet won't be as sturdy as a bracelet made with leather or cord. Gather 1 end of the strands in a knot and tie it to your work surface. Hold the 4 pieces near 1 end and tie a knot about 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the end. Then, lay the knot on the table and place a piece of tape over it so the knot doesn't slide around. Separate the 4 strands so they fan out and away from each other. If you're using 2 colors, alternate the colors when you arrange the strands. Wrap the left strand around and through the 2 middle strands. Take the leftmost strand and bring it underneath the 2 middle strands. Take it up and then down between the 2 strands. Tug on the strands as you work so the tension shapes the round braid. Wrap the right strand around and between the 2 middle strands. At this point, you'll have 4 strands in front of you, but you'll see a slight twist near the top of the middle 2. Take the rightmost strand and wrap it underneath these 2 middle strands. Bring it around and then down between them. You may want to hold the 2 middle strands in place with your non-dominant hand and use your dominant hand to hold the working strand. Continue to braid with the leftmost and rightmost strands. To form the round braid, keep bringing an outer strand under and around the middle strands and tug tightly once you've wrapped it. Braid until you're about 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the bottom of the strands. Remember to alternate braiding the leftmost and rightmost strands so your braid doesn't become lopsided. Make a knot when you reach the end and tie the bracelet around your wrist. Make the knot at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from the bottom of the strands. Then, peel the braid off of the tape and wrap it around your wrist. Tie a knot using both ends of the braid so it doesn't slide off of your wrist. If you can't tie the bracelet yourself, ask a friend to help you or tie it before you slide it onto your wrist.	Cut 4 equal strands of yarn. Tie 1 end of the strands together and tape them to a flat work surface. Braid the outer strands towards the center. Bring the right strand over 1 and lift the leftmost strand over 2 strands. Keep braiding the outermost strands until you reach the end of your yarn. Tie the bottom end of the braid. Wrap the braid around your wrist and tie the ends together. Cut 4 strands of cord, leather, or thick yarn into equal lengths. Gather 1 end of the strands in a knot and tie it to your work surface. Wrap the left strand around and through the 2 middle strands. Wrap the right strand around and between the 2 middle strands. Continue to braid with the leftmost and rightmost strands. Make a knot when you reach the end and tie the bracelet around your wrist.
https://www.wikihow.com/Prevent-Ulcers	How to Prevent Ulcers	To prevent ulcers in your stomach, limit your use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like Advil and ibuprofen, which can aggravate the stomach lining. Next, drink alcohol and caffeine in moderation and try to cut out tobacco altogether. Then, add foods with active cultures in them, like yogurt, buttermilk, and kefir, to your diet. Also, incorporate veggies like kale, broccoli, and cauliflower into your diet and avoid foods that may irritate your stomach, like spicy and citrus foods.	Avoid kissing or sharing saliva with a person who has a stomach ulcer. Exchanging saliva with a carrier of H. pylori can be a way to become infected with the bacterium. Don't share water bottles or other drink containers with someone who carries the bacterium. If your romantic partner has an ulcer, have them ask their doctor if they think it would be safe for them to kiss you. Avoid sharing utensils or food with someone who has an ulcer. These things can carry saliva on them, which can transfer H. pylori. If you know a friend or family member has an ulcer, don't eat food they're eating or use the same utensil as them. Avoid touching human fecal matter. Fecal matter has been connected with transmission of H. pylori. If you have to touch fecal matter, wear protective, disposable gloves. You can purchase latex gloves from most grocery stores and drug stores. Drink water only from clean sources. Don't drink tap water in areas where the water commonly carries bacteria. If you're travelling, research your destination to find out if it has clean water. Bring bottles of water with you if you're ever going to a place that doesn't have clean tap water. Wash your hands thoroughly and regularly, especially before eating. Run your hands under hot water and lather them with antibacterial soap. This can help clean away H. pylori and other bacteria. Wash your hands when you get them dirty, when you use the bathroom, and right before you eat. Learn to manage your stress. Some studies show that stress can increase your chances of getting an H. pylori infection. When you feel yourself getting stressed, take a few deep breaths and try to relax. Avoid putting yourself in highly stressful situations. Wash your fruits and vegetables before eating them. The outsides of fruits and vegetables can carry dirt and bacteria. Rinse them with hot water and scrub them with a scrubbing brush to get them clean. If you want to dry them before eating, be sure to use a clean towel. If you want to be extra careful, cooking vegetables can also rid them of bacteria. Take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in moderation. NSAIDs, such as Advil and ibuprofen, can harm the lining of the stomach and make you more susceptible to ulcers. Take them only when necessary and only as directed. Eat a meal before taking them to reduce the effect they have on your stomach. Take acetaminophen (Tylenol) instead of NSAIDs when possible. Acetaminophen won't damage the enzymes that protect your stomach lining. If the pain you're feeling is moderate, try managing the pain without NSAIDs with techniques like yoga and relaxation. Limit your consumption of alcohol. Alcohol can wear away the mucous lining of the stomach and increase its production of acid, which can make you more susceptible to ulcers. If you are having multiple drinks a day, cut back to having just a few drinks a week. Talk to your doctor about your consumption of alcohol to make sure you're not posing a risk to your health. Avoid drinking alcohol when you're taking pain killers, such as NSAIDs. When the two are taken together, they can be hard on the lining of your stomach. Avoid using tobacco. Cigarettes and other tobacco products can increase the risk of ulcers. They can also make it more difficult for an ulcer to heal, if you already have one. If you use tobacco, try to quit. Research online to find helpful guides to get started on the process of quitting. Eat foods that help prevent stomach ulcers. Foods with active cultures in them, like yogurt, buttermilk, and kefir, can help the good bacteria in your gut while preventing ulcers. Also incorporate vegetables like kale, broccoli, and cauliflower into your diet. Avoid foods that might irritate your stomach, like spicy and citrus foods. Drink less caffeine. Caffeine increases the amount of acid you have in your stomach, which can lead to ulcers. Try to limit the amount of caffeinated coffee you drink every day, and avoid caffeinated sodas and energy drinks. Exercise, relax, and sleep regularly to reduce stress. Stress is more likely to irritate an existing ulcer than to cause one to form. But if you want to prevent ulcers, lowering your stress levels will help your body remain healthy. Getting at least 2 hours of exercise a week can help reduce stress levels. Taking up a hobby or spending time with family or friends can also help you to unwind after work, school, or anything else that causes stress. Sleep for 7-8 hours a night to help yourself recover from the stress of your day. Take a bath with epsom salts to help you relax.	Avoid kissing or sharing saliva with a person who has a stomach ulcer. Avoid sharing utensils or food with someone who has an ulcer. Avoid touching human fecal matter. Drink water only from clean sources. Wash your hands thoroughly and regularly, especially before eating. Learn to manage your stress. Wash your fruits and vegetables before eating them. Take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in moderation. Limit your consumption of alcohol. Avoid using tobacco. Eat foods that help prevent stomach ulcers. Drink less caffeine. Exercise, relax, and sleep regularly to reduce stress.