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https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Closer-to-God	How to Get Closer to God	To get closer to God, start by taking time out of your daily schedule for prayer. Try to find a quiet place and pray in a position that feels most natural to you so that you're comfortable. You should also strive for improvement without trying to be perfect, which you can do by writing down clear goals that list out anything you'd like to work on. For example, you could set goals based on how you want to live, what you struggle with, and what would make you a stronger believer. Additionally, try to spend time studying your religion's central text, which you could do by yourself or with a prayer group.	Make time for daily prayer. Simply put: to grow your relationship with God, you need to pray. Whether you're a devoted believer, or are looking to make a change in your life, taking time out of your busy schedule to sit and speak with the god you believe in is the single most important way to get closer and focus on your faith. Prayer doesn't need to be an hours-long commitment, unless you want it to be. Take a five minute break at work to pray. Pray before a meal. Pray while you're stuck in traffic. If you struggle to find the time, or to remember to pray, set a phone alarm, or find some other way to remind yourself to pray at a consistent time. Make it a routine, part of your daily schedule. Many people will distract themselves with busyness, filling up with other seemingly "necessary" activities to avoid prayer or devotion. Sometimes, praying and focusing on your relationship with God can be emotionally draining, or difficult, as much as it can be uplifting and joyous. Make the time for it more regularly, to make it less of a chore. Just bring yourself. God doesn't expect everyone to be a saint. Nobody's perfect, and just acknowledging that you're not is one of the easiest ways to grow your relationship with faith and your belief in the god you come to. If you're not sure what you're supposed to say, or how you're supposed to act, that's fine. Talking to God doesn't require you to become someone you're not, at least at first. If you've never prayed before, or weren't raised with any kind of understanding of a god, check out this article to get started with some of the basics. Pray in a way that feels most natural to you. Some people pray by fully prostrating themselves on the ground, and bowing. Some people pray by closing their eyes, clasping their hands, and bowing their heads. Some people chant. Some people just sit quietly and introspectively. There's no one, correct way to pray. Try to find a quiet space, somewhere you'll be able to really focus on your faith and what you're trying to say. Close the door, take a few deep breaths, light a candle, and sit quietly for a few minutes. It's not "better" to pray loudly, or to adopt practices you see others engaging in. That doesn't mean someone is closer to God than you are. It's important to develop a personal relationship, not one based on observations of others. Open up to God. What do you say to God? Largely, that will depend on your unique condition and circumstance. What do you want to say to God? What needs to be heard? Sometimes it can be hard to know exactly how to get started, but focusing on open-ended questions, both about concerns and devotional joys, is common way of praying. Ask questions that focus on: Your struggles, personally and spiritually Your joys, personally and spiritually Your family, their trials and their successes Injustice and suffering in the world at large Confess sins and ask for forgiveness. One of the most common things to do in a prayer session is to confess your sins and your guilt, helping to alleviate the burden. Being up front about your failures and your shortcomings helps you to become a better person, and to bring yourself closer with God. Be honest and forthright with your assessment of yourself. What do you feel guilty for doing in the past week? What do you want to change about yourself? How can you lead a better life? Listen as you speak. Prayer is a funny thing. The way that God chooses to answer prayers varies from person to person, from theologian to theologian. Whatever you believe, though, and however you choose to pray, part of getting closer to God is in learning how to listen, and what to listen to. Look for signs to interpret. Pay attention to things that seem heavy with meaning. Many people believe "chance" encounters are anything but. Did you get a phone call from an unexpected source? Take "random" things as a sign. Listen to your intuition. What your gut tells you is important. Many people believe that voice inside yourself isn't necessarily your's in the first place, but is influenced by the god in whom you trust. What do you instincts tell you? Trust them as you trust God. Be willing to work for an answer. Answers to prayers won't come as shouts, they'll come as whispers. Five minutes after praying about unemployment, it's unlikely that a knock will come at the door offering you a new job. Hit the bricks, scan the classifieds, and do the work of finding your answer. Have a conversation, don't make demands. Prayer isn't about calling up to the heavens and asking that it rain cash money. If you go into prayer expecting the clouds to part and a briefcase full of tens to come down on a lightning bolt, you'll be disappointed. That's not how prayer works, and whether or not you're close to God will have nothing to do with it. Think of prayer as a conversation with a trusted friend and advisor, someone who cares for you like nobody else, and who has your best interest at heart. There may be no answer to your queries, but there's an ear that's always there. Spend time with like-minded believers. As iron sharpens iron, one man sharpens another, is how the Bible puts it. While prayer is essential to whatever religion you practice, it's difficult to grow your faith and your relationship with God all by yourself. Fellowship with other believers is one of the most important ways to build a relationship and to find peace. If you want to become a member of a church, check out this article for a good introduction. If you're not able to connect with people in your area, check out online venues and message boards for members of the religion you're a part of. This can be a great way to connect if you're feeling isolated from other believers. Spend time studying the central religious texts. Whatever religion you're a part of, it's important to head to the source and study the big books at the center of it, instead of relying on the words of preachers and supplementary books. Most religions believe the central texts, the Bible, The Quran, the Mahabharata, the Torah, and countless other texts, are all divinely inspired, if not the actual words of God. Reading them is a great way to get closer. Try organizing your own prayer group , or a religious book club. These can be great ways to get together and get closer to God as a group, as well as struggle through what can be difficult reading together. Ask big questions. Growing your faith in God requires that you relentlessly explore the intricacies of your faith and your relationship to your belief system. Don't shy away from the big questions, in your prayer practice. Try to embrace the questions that might scare you, or keep you up at night, to move yourself closer to God. Consider things like: Why are we here? Is this a good life that I'm leading? What is my purpose? What can I do for God? What happens when I die? Why does suffering exist? Confront your doubts. Doubt is a part of faith, just as death is a part of life. You're going to confront it, and the way you choose to confront it has the potential of bringing you even closer to God. It's important to anticipate doubts about your faith and learn to deal with them. Talk to others, when you have doubts. Many believers fear being "outed" as doubters, when they should take the opportunity to have deep discussions about matters of faith with other believers. Look at doubt as an opportunity to deepen your faith. Always pray about your doubts. Take your concerns and your worries to the source. Even just talking to God can help some people assuage their doubts. Keep your mind open. For many believers, a growing relationship with God can come with a (literally) "holier than thou" attitude. Believing that yours is the one true god, and that your relationship is great can make it hard to deal with non-believers in a more simplified way. As you become more and more confident that your relationship with God is deep, it's important to learn how to discuss your faith with others, and keep an open mind. Keeping an open mind doesn't mean opening yourself up to doubts, necessarily, just that you don't need to condescend to others when matters of faith are at stake. Go on a spiritual retreat. Sometimes, getting away from the hustle of your daily life and devoting some time to reflection and contemplation is an excellent way to get closer to God. Lots of religions make retreats or pilgrimages a formalized ritual, but there is also an opportunity to do one yourself, just to grow your relationship personally. Try visiting holy places, or spending a week at a monastery, or at a nature retreat to pull away from your responsibilities for a break from the concerns of the mortal coil. Retreats can cost big money, but they don't have to break the bank with a little creativity. Worship in your own way, on a camping trip, or by just taking a long weekend to read quietly and pray. If you're a hunter, you can get closer to God while you're sitting in a blind at 5 am, watching the stars hide. Don't try to be perfect. For one thing, perfection is an impossibility. It's important to recognize your imperfections and your shortcomings. People who are close to religion believe that God is all-knowing, meaning that God recognizes your shortcomings as well. There's no sense in becoming someone that you're not. There is no lying in prayer. At the same time, it's important to recognize the things that you're able to change about yourself and try to work on them. Self-improvement doesn't require you to be perfect, but it does require honesty and diligence. Keep a list of things you'd like to work on, spiritually and just in your general life. How do you want to live? What do you struggle with? What would make you a stronger believer? Establish clear goals. Let God affect your actions. It's not enough to be close to God when you're at church and become someone else when you're in public. When you take action, let those actions be influenced by your spirituality. Would one course of action serve your relationship with God better than another? Is your behavior at work in line with the religious text you believe in? Your personal relationships? Keep all things pointing back to God. You don't have to prove this to anyone but yourself and to God. Acting extremely pious by connecting even the most basic actions to your god might just come across as fake. You don't have to dedicate every bowl of cereal to the glory of the creator to be close with God. Let God influence your decisions. What choices in your life will give you the biggest opportunity to grow spiritually, to live happily, and to live well? The best way to approach these questions is to hand the reigns over to the god that you believe in. Imagine God were making your decisions for you. Avoid material worship. Like the secular world, some religions come with lots of trappings. Bringing yourself closer to God doesn't necessarily involve having more statues, crucifixes, or prayer candles than your neighbor. It has to do with the personal spiritual journey that you're on. Judaism, Christianity, and many other religions practice some form of tithing, or donating a certain sum of money (often 10% of your income) to the church to which they belong. While tithing is celebrated by some as good practice, it is derided by others, or at least complicated. Spending more doesn't make you a better servant to God, though it helps to give back to the church, which helps to spread the ability of others to worship, which brings you closer to God in turn. There are lots of ways to look at the issue, so it's important to pray on it yourself and make your own decision. Consider taking the next step. In many religions, the closest one may become to God is to devote your life to monasticism, priesthood, or ministry. While this is a big step that may involve leaving your family and your way of life behind, this in itself is a major rite of passage to the most devoted believers. Explore the options your religion has to offer. If you're interested, visit a monastery or talk with a church leader at the church you attend. Express your interest and try to find out what it takes. If you aren't able to devote yourself to God full-time, there are still many ways to volunteer what free time you have to service. Mission trips, leading youth groups , and forming prayer groups are all common ways of bringing yourself closer to God and donating your time.	Make time for daily prayer. Just bring yourself. Pray in a way that feels most natural to you. Open up to God. Confess sins and ask for forgiveness. Listen as you speak. Have a conversation, don't make demands. Spend time with like-minded believers. Spend time studying the central religious texts. Ask big questions. Confront your doubts. Keep your mind open. Go on a spiritual retreat. Don't try to be perfect. Let God affect your actions. Let God influence your decisions. Avoid material worship. Consider taking the next step.
https://www.wikihow.com/Groom-a-Goldendoodle	How to Groom a Goldendoodle	To groom a goldendoodle, brush your dog once a day to remove debris and detangle its fur. Additionally, bathe it with dog shampoo before trimming its coat with dog clippers to a length of about 1 inch. Make sure to clip the body hair with a 1 inch clipper guard on your clippers so the hair is cut evenly. Then, cut the hair on your dog's face, using thinning shears to stop the fur from getting too thick.	Brush the dog. To begin cleaning your goldendoodle you should give its coat a good brushing. This will untangle its fur and remove any debris that may be embedded in its coat. Goldendoodles should be brushed on a regular basis. Try to brush it every day to keep its coat mat free. Use a slicker brush to brush your goldendoodle. These brushes work well with a goldendoodle's coat and are available at most pet supply stores. Remove knots and tangles with a clipper. Start clipping the goldendoodle's coat by moving the clipper out to areas that could not be combed through. In addition to eliminating unsightly areas on the coat, removing mats and tangles will allow you to comb through the coat as you clip it. Get a pair of clippers that are designed for grooming dogs as well as a grooming comb that clips onto the end of the clippers. They will cut through the dog's fur quickly and effectively. Grooming clippers are generally sold at large pet stores and from online retailers. Do not use grooming scissors on your Goldendoodle. Scissors can accidentally cut and injure the dog. Only professionals should use scissors on dogs. Bathe the goldendoodle. Prepare a warm bath and put your dog in it. Scrub its coat clean with dog shampoo and then rinse it out thoroughly. This will allow you to really determine the state of the dog's coat and to handle a clean dog while you are cutting its fur. Dog shampoo is available at pet stores and from online retailers. Don't use shampoo that is made for humans. Dog shampoo is formulated specifically for dogs and will not strip the natural oils from their fur and skin. Dry the dog's coat. Once the dog is clean you should dry its coat before trimming it. Having a dry coat while trimming the coat is important so that you can assess the length of fur you want while you are doing the trimming. A wet coat tends to shrink and will not allow you to judge what the final product will look like while you are trimming. Rub the dog with a towel to get most of the moisture out of its coat. Then allow the dog to shake itself off and let the coat air dry. When drying your dog you should also be sure to dry the dog's ears. Goldendoodles tend to get ear infections easily, so drying their ears is important. Trim the fur on your dog's ears with clippers. In order to be precise with your cuts and to deal with the flexibility of the ear, you should find some grooming clippers to use on your dog's ears. The fur on the outside of the ear should be trimmed to a uniform length. Typically this is around 1 inch (2.5 cm) long. Trim away fur blocking the ear canal. Trim the fur around the entrance to the ears to a short length. It should be short enough so that the dog's fur doesn't cover the entrance to its ears. Trimming this fur short can help your dog's hearing and will increase air circulation in the ear, which can cut down on the chance of ear infections. Never put the clippers inside of the dog's ear or you may accidentally injure your dog. Trim fur on the dog's face. In order for your goldendoodle to see, you should keep the fur in front of its eyes trimmed. Use clippers to trim around the eyes. You may also want to thin the fur between the eyes with thinning shears so that the fur in this area does not get very thick. Be careful when trimming the fur around the eyes. Make sure your dog is calm and not moving before attempting to use clippers around that area of fur so that you don't accidentally injure its eyes. Trim the fur on the muzzle. The top of a goldendoodle's muzzle can get thick and puffy, so it should be trimmed down. However, keep the sides of the muzzle longer than the top and bottom. The length of the top and sides of the muzzle are up to you but make sure that the fur on the side of the muzzle is short enough so that it doesn't get in the dog's mouth. Trim the rest of the dog's head. Begin trimming the fur on the back of the dog's head with dog grooming clippers. As you move the clippers down the dog's neck, transition the length to the length you want on the rest of the dog's body. The length of fur on the dog's head and body may be the same length or the fur on the head might be slightly longer. This is purely based on personal preference. Clip the majority of the dog's whole body with clippers. Using dog clippers with a 1 inch (2.5 cm) guard on them, clip the entirety of the dog's body. Be sure to thoroughly clip the large areas, such as the back, by going over them several times. Also be sure to clip all of the little areas, such as around the base of the legs and hind legs. With the clipper guard on you should be able to keep the length of the coat uniform as long as the dog stays still. Trim the fur on the feet shorter than the rest of the body. The fur on a goldendoodle's feet is typically cut shorter than the rest of the dog's body. This will allow you to keep its paws cleaner and will give them a tidy look. Trim the fur between the dog's toes. It's important not to forget to trim the fur between your goldendoodle's toes. This area can be easily overlooked but it is important for your dog's comfort that this fur be removed. If your dog is anxious, you may need to restrain it a bit to successfully trim this fur without hurting the dog. Trim the dog's nails. After you have cleaned up the fur on your goldendoodle's feet, you should take the time to trim its nails as well. A dog's nails need to be trimmed regularly, especially if it mostly walks around on a soft surface that doesn't wear its nails down. A dog's nails should be trimmed using a dog nail trimmer. They are available at all pet supply stores. You will want to hold the dog still while you are trimming its nails. When trimming the nail, don't cut off very much. You want to avoid cutting into the quick, which is the blood vessel inside the nail. Brush the dog's teeth. When grooming your dog you should also clean the inside of its mouth. Purchase dog toothpaste and a dog toothbrush and use them to brush the dog's teeth. Dog toothpaste is typically available at every pet store and from online retailers. It can take some time to get a dog used to tooth brushing, so don't expect your dog to love this process right away. Be sure to use toothpaste that is made specifically for dogs. Toothpaste for humans can be toxic to dogs, so don't use it on their teeth. Clean your dog's ears. Part of grooming your dog is making sure that its ears are clean and healthy. Look in the dog's ears and use a veterinary ear cleaner to remove any dirt and debris. Be careful when you are cleaning your dog's ears. It's important not to press any debris down into the animal's ear canal while you are trying to clean it. If you think there is some debris in the animal's ear canal, you should have it removed by a veterinarian. Ear cleaner made for dogs is typically available at pet stores or through your veterinarian. Brush your goldendoodle's coat one more time. Once your grooming routine is totally done you should give your dog one more brush. This will remove any remaining fur and will allow you to make sure that your have trimmed its coat evenly. If you find any uneven areas give them a quick trim to even out the coat.	Brush the dog. Remove knots and tangles with a clipper. Bathe the goldendoodle. Dry the dog's coat. Trim the fur on your dog's ears with clippers. Trim away fur blocking the ear canal. Trim fur on the dog's face. Trim the fur on the muzzle. Trim the rest of the dog's head. Clip the majority of the dog's whole body with clippers. Trim the fur on the feet shorter than the rest of the body. Trim the fur between the dog's toes. Trim the dog's nails. Brush the dog's teeth. Clean your dog's ears. Brush your goldendoodle's coat one more time.
https://www.wikihow.com/Quit-Your-Job-Without-Giving-Notice	How to Quit Your Job Without Giving Notice	In all U.S. states except Montana, you have the right to quit your job without giving your boss any notice unless you have a written contract. However, without giving notice, your employer can refuse to give you a reference or they can withhold pay. You may also have to explain this decision to future employers if they ask for a reference. If in doubt, check your company's separation policy in their handbook or speak to someone in human resources first. If you decide to quit your job without notice, you should still write a resignation letter to your boss to explain your situation and thank them for the opportunity. Make sure you return any company property you have too.	Consider talking to someone in human resources first. There may be options available to you if you want to quit without giving notice because you have a personal or family crisis, or because you're the victim of workplace harassment. If you have a problem with your work environment, such as an abusive boss or coworker, make sure the person with whom you speak is not involved with or connected to the situation. Explain your reasons for wanting to leave immediately, and see if any accommodations can be made. For example, you may be allowed to work out a notice by working from home. However, if your work is not the type of thing you can do remotely, such as if you work on an assembly line, this may not be an option. Make sure this meeting will be kept confidential. You don't want everyone knowing you're going to leave until you do so. Otherwise, there might be some backlash. Search for example letters. If you're unsure how to compose your letter, you may be able to find samples online that will help guide you. Avoid copying a sample verbatim, though. It might not fit your situation. Try to find more than one sample. Read them carefully so you understand the substance well enough to make it your own. You typically don't necessarily want your letter to sound to formal or canned. However, if you're delivering the letter to an abusive or problematic boss, a canned letter may be appropriate. Use traditional business letter format. As tempting as it may be to fire off an "I quit" email, a traditional letter is a better way to go. Even though you're not giving any notice, it shows that you respect your employer. You typically can find a business letter template on any word processing application. Using that will make formatting your letter much easier. If your employer has a dedicated human resources department, create two identical letters. One should be addressed to your boss, the other to the head of human resources. Include your personal address on the letter, along with any additional non-company contact information such as your personal phone number or email address. Maintain a courteous tone. Regardless of your real feelings about your boss or your job experience, courtesy makes a better impression. Being polite and professional will make it easier to accept your resignation. State the exact date on which you want your employment to end. Don't say "effective immediately" or "effective at the end of this week." If you're writing the letter on September 14 and you expect your last day to be September 16, write "I am writing to resign my position, effective September 16." Apologize for not being able to provide any notice, and close your letter by thanking your employer for the opportunity. Keep it brief and to the point. Show your employer you respect their time. Don't go on a long, rambling rant about your personal issues or your problems with the company. Simply state that you're resigning your position, effective immediately, and leave it at that. Keep in mind that this letter could come back to haunt you, even if you already have another job lined up. You shouldn't put it past your boss to send a copy of the letter to your new employer – especially if you live and work in a relatively small town, or work in a close-knit industry. If you're not comfortable disclosing the reason you need to resign, you don't have to say anything specific. Remember that as an at-will employee, you can leave at any time for any reason at all, or for no reason. Mention any issues regarding accrued time off or your last paycheck. Some employers require you to come in for an exit interview when you accept your final paycheck. You should generally be open to follow any existing separation procedures, unless doing so would be impossible – for example, if you have to travel far away immediately. Proofread your letter carefully. When you've finished your letter, double- and triple-check it for spelling and grammatical errors. You want your last impression to be a good one, and typos or sloppy grammar won't do you any favors. Keep in mind that some people view the presence of typos as a sign of disrespect. You're signaling that you don't think they're worth the effort to produce the best work. After you've proofread your letter, print it off and sign it by hand. Make copies of your signed letters for your own records before you take them to your employer. Hand-deliver your letter. If at all possible, you want to take the letter to your boss in person rather than mailing it. Mail does have the benefit of being able to later prove the letter was received. However, this benefit is outweighed by the difficulty of timing. When you speak with your boss, be as apologetic as possible. It can help to acknowledge that you understand how your leaving may put them in a bind. If you have a legitimate reason, talk about the situation. They may be able to help you more than they would if you said nothing. If you have any questions about your employer's separation procedures, now is the time to ask them. Depending on your position, you may want to offer to help out in the coming weeks or be available by phone or email to answer questions. Reach out to coworkers or direct supervisors you worked with closely, or with whom you had a strong rapport. You want to thank them personally and let them know you enjoyed working with them, so there are no hard feelings. Get a copy of your employee handbook. Most established employers, especially larger corporations, will have a written employee handbook. However, you may not have been given your own copy. Even if you do have your own copy, it's likely you haven't looked at it since it was given to you when you first started your job. If you don't have a copy, talk to someone in human resources about getting one. If you want to keep your plans a secret, you don't have to tell them why you need it. Just say you want to check the benefits policy. You also may be able to get a hold of an employee handbook on the sly if you know of a coworker who has a copy. Just ask to see theirs. Review your company's separation policy. Your employee handbook should have a section dealing with what happens when an employee voluntarily separates from the company. These sections typically state that two weeks' notice is required. If the separation policy makes no mention of providing notice, then you have nothing to worry about. However, this is rarely the case. Your employer typically will list consequences for quitting without sufficient notice. A typical consequence is that you cannot expect a positive recommendation from the employer after you're gone. Often this means that future employers won't have the ability to verify any positive experience or education you've acquired as a result of the job. Particularly if you're just starting in a career, this can be a pretty devastating consequence. Find out what will happen with benefits. Whether you get money in your final paycheck for accrued leave may be tied to whether you provided notice. If this is the case, you may want to reconsider whether quitting your job without giving notice is worth it. This may be particularly important if your employer allows you to accrue paid time off and you've been working there for awhile. Keep in mind that in that case, this amount may add up to hundreds, if not thousands of dollars. However, if the reason you must leave without notice involves some emergency, you may be able to make arrangements with your employer to get paid for at least part of this time. Make arrangements to return all company property. If you were issued any company property, such as a laptop or a mobile phone, bring them with you on your last day. Find out what the procedures are for checking them back in. Some employers require all company property to be returned at a scheduled exit interview. If your employer has this policy, get a list from human resources of the property that was checked out in your name so you can make sure everything is returned. If you have a parking pass or badge for building security, your employer likely wants those back too. Check your belongings thoroughly before you leave on your final day, and make sure you aren't inadvertently taking home company property such as office supplies or other materials. Consult an attorney. You don't generally need an attorney to quit your job without giving notice – there's no law against it. However, if you have unresolved issues with your employer, you may need legal advice. If you happened to be under an employment contract, you are not an at-will employee. It is imperative that you find an experienced employment attorney who can analyze our contract and the penalties for breaking it. Do this before you quit. In some circumstances you may feel as though you were forced to quit. If your workplace was abusive or unsafe, an employment attorney can help you assess your legal options. You also may need legal assistance if something happens after you quit. For example, your employer might seek reimbursement for expenses that were covered while you were an employee. This is most likely to happen if your employer paid for continuing education courses or something similar that has a future benefit. Have another job lined up. If you're quitting your job without giving notice because you need to immediately start another job, your decision likely will have few if any negative consequences. However, it's generally good form to make sure your new employer is aware that you are quitting without notice. It's also important to keep in mind that if you quit without notice and without good cause, you probably will not be eligible for unemployment benefits. If you have to quit your job without giving notice because of a family or personal emergency, this may not be possible. However, to the extent possible, your best option is to seek other employment while you're still working. Once hired, let them know you're available to start immediately. Some new jobs may not give you the time to work out a notice. If you fear the job offer will be rescinded if you have to work out a notice, you may have no choice. In any event, making sure your new employer knows that you are quitting your old job without giving notice can spare an unfortunate surprise. If your former employer decides to share this information with your new employer, you won't have to worry about negative consequences. Request a written reference letter. Getting a written reference letter from your immediate supervisor before your last day can cut through a lot of red tape. This letter can be especially valuable depending on your employer's notice policy. You also should keep in mind that someone's opinion might change. When you leave, you may create a vacuum that leaves your immediate supervisor and coworkers scrambling. In light of increased stress and an expanded workload, they may not be as generous in describing your time working with them. Keep in mind that providing a written reference is no guarantee that a new employer won't call your old job. However, it can lessen their motivation to do so. Refrain from lying on job applications. If you're filling out a standard application for a job, it likely will require information about how you left your job. Often you must specify whether you provided notice. As tempting as it may be, don't check the box indicating that you gave notice if you didn't. A potential employer can easily find out this information by calling your own employer, and may do so even if you state that you prefer they aren't contacted. Despite answering "no" when asked if a former employer can be contacted, a prospective employer still may call to verify that the information you provided was correct. Aside from that, telling a prospective employer that they can't contact a former employer is typically a bad idea. It sends up red flags by signaling to the prospective employer that you left on bad terms. Be prepared to explain your decision. When you leave a job without notice, it may come up in future interviews. Employers often look at employees who quit without notice as people who didn't respect their employer. Particularly if you have another job lined up when you quit, leaving this employer without giving notice may not make any difference. However, be aware that there are some managers who are sticklers about this sort of thing. They may have seemingly arbitrary rules such as never hiring someone who has quit a job without notice. This isn't something you can predict or control. If you have a legitimate explanation for why you quit without giving notice, share it with prospective employers. If your former employer understood and didn't fault you for leaving, sharing their response to your resignation will look even better.	Consider talking to someone in human resources first. Search for example letters. Use traditional business letter format. Maintain a courteous tone. Keep it brief and to the point. Proofread your letter carefully. Hand-deliver your letter. Get a copy of your employee handbook. Review your company's separation policy. Find out what will happen with benefits. Make arrangements to return all company property. Consult an attorney. Have another job lined up. Request a written reference letter. Refrain from lying on job applications. Be prepared to explain your decision.
https://www.wikihow.com/Tie-a-Bandana-Like-a-Headband	How to Tie a Bandana Like a Headband	To tie a bandana like a headband, start by folding it in half diagonally to form a triangle. Then, fold the long edge of the bandana up 2 inches, and repeat until you've folded it all the way to the point on the triangle. When you're finished, wrap the folded bandana around your head so the center is against your forehead. Finish by tying the ends of the bandana together at the back of your head. Alternatively, you can center the folded bandana against the back of your head and tie the ends together over your upper forehead.	Use a square bandana to form an even headband. Bandanas can come in many shapes and sizes, but a square bandana works best to make a uniform fold to form your headband. The larger the bandana, the more fabric you'll have to fold, which can mean a thicker or wider headband. So make sure you choose a bandana that is large enough to fold into a headband, but not so large that you have a bulky headband. Choose material like cotton or other natural fibers that breathe because a headband can trap heat and make your head sweat. There are also many different patterns and designs you can choose from for your bandana. Lay the bandana flat and smooth out any wrinkles. Before you fold your bandana, you need to prepare the fabric by laying it flat on a table or other surface and position it so that looks like a diamond. Use your hands to smooth out any folds or wrinkles that may be in the fabric so that you have a flat and even bandana to work with. If your bandana has a lot of wrinkles, you can iron them out with a clothes iron. Bring the bottom corner to meet the top corner to form a triangle. Make sure that all of the edges of the bandana line up when you fold it. Fold the bandana in half diagonally, bringing one corner to meet the other and form a large triangle. Smooth out the fabric with your hands to flatten it out. Be sure the pattern is arranged so that it's visible when you fold the bandana. Fold the long end of the triangle to make a long strip. Take the bottom of the triangle and fold it to form a strip about 2–3 inches (5.1–7.6 cm) wide. Then fold the strip over and over towards the point of the triangle until the fabric forms one strip. Smooth out the material after each fold to ensure a uniform size. For a wider headband, make a wider strip. Roll the bandana rather than fold it to form a rounded headband. Spray the folded bandana with hairspray. Once you have the fabric folded to the width you want, you can make the headband adhere to your skin and hair better by spraying it with hairspray. This will prevent the headband from slipping around once it's on your head. Spray an even layer of hairspray and wait 5 minutes to let it dry. You can also use hair gel, but make sure the gel dries clear and only apply it to the side of the headband that will be against your hair and skin. If you don't want to use hair product, you can also use a hairpin on each side of the bandana to secure it to your hair. Wearing a soft workout headband under your bandana will also keep it in place. Place the center of the bandana against your forehead. Pick up the folded bandana strip by the ends and center your forehead against the middle of the strip. If you have long hair, place the bandana beneath your hair so it doesn't get trapped between your forehead and your headband. You can center the bandana on the crown of your head as well. Wrap the two ends of the bandana around the back of your head. With your forehead pressed against the center of the bandana, bring the two ends behind your head, above your ears. Make sure the bandana doesn't unfold when you wrap it. Keep the entire length of the strip of bandana flush against your head. You can also center the bandana on the base of the back of your head and bring the two ends around to the front of your head, above your forehead. Tie the ends of the bandana into a double knot to form a headband. With the bandana flush against your head, tie the two ends into a secure knot, making sure it's tight enough to stay in place, but not so tight that it's uncomfortable. Then form another knot to keep the first knot firmly in place. If you centered the bandana on the base of the back of your head, tie your knot on the upper part of your forehead, making sure it's secure before you tie it into a double-knot. Make any adjustments and smooth out any wrinkles in your headband. The bandana headband should rest comfortably and securely on your head. Tuck in any loose fabric and smooth out and bunching of the material that may have occurred. Adjust your hair around your bandana to achieve your desired look.	Use a square bandana to form an even headband. Lay the bandana flat and smooth out any wrinkles. Bring the bottom corner to meet the top corner to form a triangle. Fold the long end of the triangle to make a long strip. Spray the folded bandana with hairspray. Place the center of the bandana against your forehead. Wrap the two ends of the bandana around the back of your head. Tie the ends of the bandana into a double knot to form a headband. Make any adjustments and smooth out any wrinkles in your headband.
https://www.wikihow.com/Roast-Sweet-Potatoes	How to Roast Sweet Potatoes	To roast sweet potatoes, first preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Then, peel your potatoes and cut off the ends. Cut the potatoes into ½-inch (1-cm) rounds. Cut each round 3-4 times to make small, equal-sized pieces. Next, spread the sweet potatoes out on a baking sheet and drizzle them with olive oil. Season them with your favorite seasonings, like salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, or even brown sugar. Toss the sweet potatoes so they're evenly coated in oil and seasoning, then spread them out again so they're in a single layer. Roast the sweet potatoes in the oven for 30 minutes, flipping them every 10 minutes. Finally, take the sweet potatoes out of the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.	Purchase sweet potatoes. When buying sweet potatoes remember that they can be called both "sweet potatoes" and "yams" in the grocery store. Usually those called "yams" are have bright orange flesh and are sweet when roasted, while those called "sweet potato" are a starchier variety that has light yellow flesh. Garnet sweet potatoes, with their bright orange flesh and sweetness when cooked, are a great choice for roasting in pieces. Peel the sweet potato, if desired. The skin is edible, but can be rough and fibrous, so if you are concerned with texture you should peel the skin off. Slice the sweet potatoes into even sized portions. The most important thing is to aim to make them all the same size. This will ensure that they'll cook evenly. Thick wedges are a common shape, but there are no strict shape requirements. Many people enjoy making sweet potato fries by roasting sweet potato that has been cut into a thick julienne. Small cubes will take a more caramelized flavor, as you will have more surface area exposed to the heat of the over. Thinner wedges can become crisp if cooked longer at a lower temperature. Transfer sweet potato pieces into a large bowl and season. Add seasonings to either highlight the sweetness of the sweet potato or the savoriness of the sweet potato. If you want to highlight the sweetness of the sweet potato dust them lightly with cinnamon or allspice and then mix them with the zest and juice of one orange (for four portion sized amounts). You can even add honey, brown sugar, sweet chili sauce or a similar glaze but they require a slightly lower temperature and more frequent checking to ensure the sugars don't burn. If you want to highlight the savoriness of the sweet potato, add one clove of crushed garlic and one teaspoon of a combination of thyme and rosemary. Cover the seasoned sweet potatoes with oil. Stir well to ensure that all pieces are coated evenly. Doing this will assure that their surface becomes nice and caramelized during the roasting process. Select your roasting tray and cover it in foil. If you have access to a good reliable non stick baking tray or metal casserole style pan, these are ideal. Make sure it is large enough that most of the pieces are spread out and not on top of each other. This will allow for more browning of each piece. Sweet potatoes contain a lot of sugar and water, so they're liable to stick to unlined trays. Transfer sweet potatoes to the roasting tray. Remember that you need a baking tray which is large enough so the hot air can circulate around the separate pieces of potato (approx 1cm or 1/2 inch or a little more is fine). If they are too densely packed, they may go soggy and cook unevenly, but too far apart may make them become dry and leathery. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes. After the first 15 minutes, turn them and move them around the tray so they roast evenly and develop a nice, even colour. Season again! Not all seasonings should go on before roasting. Lighter and fresher flavors should be added after cooking. For instance: 1 tablespoon (16 g) balsamic vinegar (or salad dressing) and salt and pepper, added just before serving. Chopped fresh parsley or basil, chili and a sprinkling of lemon juice. Serve and enjoy! Serve while still warm, along with other meal items, or add to another recipe. Apart from serving them as they are, roasted sweet potatoes can also be used in in a variety ways: mashed and added into soups, stuffed in other vegetables or chicken, served with a rich gravy sauce or a stew, or used cold or warm in salads. Buy sweet potatoes. When shopping for sweet potatoes remember that they can be called both "sweet potatoes" and "yams." Usually those called "yams" are the variety that have bright orange flesh. These are sweet when cooked. Those usually called "sweet potato," which are white on the inside, are a starchier variety that has light yellow flesh. Covington sweet potatoes, with their bright orange flesh and sweetness when cooked, are a great choice for roasting whole. The white variety of sweet potatoes are great in stews and soups, applications where sweetness is not of central concern. Wash the sweet potatoes. Use a small scrub brush to remove any dirt from the surface. Be sure to also remove any spots on the sweet potato that have gone bad with a small paring knife. Stab the sweet potato several times with a knife or fork. This will allow steam to escape easily while it is roasted, assuring that the sweet potato does not burst open. Select your roasting tray and cover it in foil. If you have access to a good reliable non stick baking tray or metal casserole style pan, these are ideal. Sweet potatoes contain a lot of sugar and water, so they're likely to stick to unlined trays. Preheat the oven to 350ºF (about 180ºC). Sweet potatoes can stand up to a variety of temperatures, so if you are cooking something else, go ahead and put the potatoes in at a different temperature, just make sure to adjust your cooking time. Place sweet potatoes on your roasting tray and put in the oven. If cooking at 350ºF, roast for about an hour. Check on the potatoes after about 45 minutes. Puncture the surface of the sweet potato with a fork. If it punctures easily, your sweet potato is done. Remove the sweet potatoes from oven and serve. Roasted whole sweet potatoes can be served just like a baked russet potato, simply sliced open with a pat of butter and salt and pepper. You can also peel the skins off (once they've cooled a bit) and mash them up with any number of seasonings. In order to amp up the sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes, try adding just a touch of brown sugar and cinnamon, along with a pat of butter. This will make your mashed sweet potatoes into a delectable and snazzy side dish.	Purchase sweet potatoes. Peel the sweet potato, if desired. Slice the sweet potatoes into even sized portions. Transfer sweet potato pieces into a large bowl and season. Cover the seasoned sweet potatoes with oil. Select your roasting tray and cover it in foil. Transfer sweet potatoes to the roasting tray. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes. Season again! Serve and enjoy! Buy sweet potatoes. Wash the sweet potatoes. Stab the sweet potato several times with a knife or fork. Select your roasting tray and cover it in foil. Preheat the oven to 350ºF (about 180ºC). Place sweet potatoes on your roasting tray and put in the oven. Remove the sweet potatoes from oven and serve.
https://www.wikihow.com/Care-for-Blue-Death-Feigning-Beetles	How to Care for Blue Death Feigning Beetles	To care for blue death feigning beetles, keep them in an enclosure that's at least 5 times taller and wider than their length. Cover the bottom of the habitat with about 2 inches of a sand-based substrate, and include branches, twigs, and bark to provide your beetles with hiding spaces. Mist the habitat with water once every 1-2 weeks, and give them a steady supply of fresh fruit and vegetables in a shallow food bowl. However, don't put a water dish in the bowl, or the beetles could drown.	Give your beetle a home that’s 5 times taller and wider than its length. Choose a glass or plastic tank. You can keep about 3-5 beetles in a habitat that size. Give the beetles plenty of room to wander around. Remember that a bigger space is always better. You can buy a glass terrarium or plastic critter keeper from a pet store, but a plastic storage bin also works. Beetles can't climb glass or plastic walls, so you don't need a lid for the habitat. If you prefer to have a lid, be sure it's ventilated so air can flow in and out of the cage. Add 2 inches (5.1 cm) of substrate to the bottom of their habitat. Because blue death feigning beetles are desert beetles, they prefer a sand based substrate. Play sand alone works fine, but many people like to mix in coconut fiber, or dead leaves into the sand. Do not use a dirt-based substrate. It can accumulate on the beetles' feet and become hazardous to their health. Provide hiding places. Add some branches and twigs to the habitat. You can provide your beetles with a hiding spot by simply leaning a piece of bark against the side of the cage. You can also buy a wooden half log from a pet store to use as a hiding spot. A toilet paper roll that is half buried in the substrate works too. Blue death feigning beetles are diurnal, meaning that they are active during the day and sleep at night. They like to be safely hidden away at night. Remember that the more beetles you have, the more hiding spots you will have to provide. Add a food dish. One small ceramic or plastic food dish should be able to hold enough food for many beetles. If you have a larger colony of beetles, you might want to consider adding multiple food dishes. It is important to keep the food you feed your beetles off of the substrate to prevent mold growth. You can buy a food dish from a pet store or use a small overturned lid as a food dish. Skip the water dish. Blue death feigning beetles get all the water they need from the food they eat. Beetles are also not strong swimmers, so if they accidentally fall in a small dish of water, they may drown. Blue death feigning beetles come from a desert environment, so they are quite used to not having access to large amounts of drinking water. Add decorations, if desired. You don't need to add any extra decorations to your beetles' habitat, but they can add aesthetic appeal. Plant live plants in the substrate or buy some terrarium decorations at your local pet store. If you use live plants, there is a good chance that your beetles will slowly eat them. If you'd rather keep plants as decoration and not beetle food, try adding fake plants instead. Be careful to not make the habitat too crowded with decorations. Make sure your beetles still have space to walk around freely. Keep the habitat between 70–85 °F (21–29 °C). If your house does not stay this warm, use an incandescent light bulb. Hang it over the top of the habitat to simulate the sun. Beetles can bask in the heat of the bulb if they want, or hide under the branches and leaves you provide to stay cool. If you have an extra-large habitat, you can also find heat mats at your local pet store that can be put under the tank to help keep the beetles comfortable. Ensure the humidity stays below 20%. Blue death feigning beetles are desert creatures, so the humidity should be kept low. Simply lightly mist the habitat with water once per week to keep it from drying out completely. The color of the beetles is based on the relative humidity. Beetles living in a habitat with higher humidity will turn a blackish color, while beetles that are kept in low humidity, are bright blue. Lower humidity means more colorful beetles. If you live in an area of high humidity, you may want to invest in a hygrometer to measure the level of humidity in the terrarium. If you notice it is getting too high, mist the habitat once every other week. You can also increase the ventilation in the habitat by removing the lid of the habitat, if you have one. Bury carrots in the habitat to encourage breeding. These beetles are notoriously difficult to breed successfully. However, burying a few carrots in the habitat and keeping the substrate around them moist can help get your beetles to breed and provide a food source for the larvae when they hatch. Make sure the beetles always have fresh fruit. Place a few small pieces of fruit on their food dish. Try banana, apple, orange, grape, pineapple, or mango. Remove the fruit after 2 days and supply new pieces. Try to give one type of fruit at a time until you find out what they like. Notice if there are any fruits they eat faster than others. Once you figure out their favorites, rotate between them. If you have a lot of beetles, and they are eating all the fruit you give them within 2 days, give them a couple of extra pieces. After some time, you'll have a good idea of how much fruit they can eat within 48 hours. Give the beetles fresh vegetables. Blue death feigning beetles are omnivorous, which means they will eat nearly anything you give them. They often enjoy chopped carrots, celery, and lettuce. Give them 1 or 2 small pieces (about the size of your fingernail) at a time. Remove any uneaten pieces after 2 days. If you have more than 5 beetles, give them 3-4 pieces at a time. While fruits will provide vital nutrients and water, it's nice to vary the food you give the beetles so they don't get bored. Add variety to the beetles’ diet with vegetables and grains and other treats. Add small amounts of moistened dog and cat kibble or grains to their food dish. Take away any uneaten bits after 24 hours. Try adding these extra treats a couple times per week. Put tree bark in the habitat to let the beetles eat like their wild counterparts. Find trees with lichens growing on the bark. Strip off some small pieces of the bark with a sharp knife. Put the bark in the beetle habitat. Replace it with fresh bark every month. If you have several beetles, be sure to break the bark into a few pieces and scatter them around their habitat so everyone can have a chance at finding some. To keep the lichen fresh and tasty, mist it with some water 3 times per week. Buy commercial beetle food for a mess-free solution. Find special beetle food at your local pet store or online. It usually comes in little plastic cups. Check the label to find out the right daily amount to feed your beetles. Even if you choose to fulfill your beetles' nutritional requirements with commercial beetle food, you should still give fruits, vegetables, bark, and other treats to the beetles once or twice per week to give them some variety in their diet.	Give your beetle a home that’s 5 times taller and wider than its length. Add 2 inches (5.1 cm) of substrate to the bottom of their habitat. Provide hiding places. Add a food dish. Skip the water dish. Add decorations, if desired. Keep the habitat between 70–85 °F (21–29 °C). Ensure the humidity stays below 20%. Bury carrots in the habitat to encourage breeding. Make sure the beetles always have fresh fruit. Give the beetles fresh vegetables. Add variety to the beetles’ diet with vegetables and grains and other treats. Put tree bark in the habitat to let the beetles eat like their wild counterparts. Buy commercial beetle food for a mess-free solution.
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Out-of-Federal-Jury-Duty	How to Get Out of Federal Jury Duty	To get out of federal jury duty, see if you have a qualifying excuse. Determine if you're part of an exempt group, including being in the armed forces on active duty, employed by a fire or police department, or a state or federal public officer who works full-time. If you don't fall into one of these groups, you can try writing a letter explaining why you shouldn't need to serve, including undue hardship or extreme inconvenience, like living far from the court or experiencing a grave illness. Another way to be excused is to attend the jury service date and ask to be excused. When the judge asks if anyone on the jury can't serve, explain why you believe you shouldn't have to stay. You may be able to convince the judge if, for example, you need to care for a child or sick relative or are a student who can't miss classes.	Use the eJuror Program. When you receive a jury summons in the mail, it will include instructions to respond to a jury qualification questionnaire. You can answer the questions online by logging into the national eJuror Program. Simply visit the website of the court that sent you the jury summons and look for a link to the eJuror program. It will contain instructions for logging in and answering the qualification questionnaire. Check to see if you are legally qualified for jury service. To serve on a federal jury, you must meet a number of conditions. If you do not meet any of the following conditions, indicate which ones on your questionnaire. To serve, you must be: A citizen of the United States; At least 18 years old; A resident of your judicial district for at least one year; Adequately proficient in English to complete the juror qualification questionnaire; Free from a disqualifying mental or physical condition; Not currently charged with a felony that might result in imprisonment for more than a year; and Free from an prior felony convictions, unless your civil rights have been legally restored. Determine if you are part of an exempt group. There are three groups that are exempt from federal jury service. If you belong to one of these groups, indicate it on your questionnaire. You are exempt if you are: In the armed forces on active duty; Employed by a fire or police department; or A local, state, or federal public officer who works in that position full-time. Write a letter explaining why you shouldn't need to serve. The Jury Act gives courts discretion to excuse jurors for “undue hardship or extreme inconvenience.” If you believe that you should not be required to serve, write a letter to the court clerk explaining your particular circumstances. If the court rejects your request, you can still ask to be excused when you attend court. Examples of undue hardship and extreme inconvenience include living a great distance or long travel time from the court or a grave illness or emergency in your family that outweighs the importance of jury service. You can also ask the court to consider other hardships that are similarly significant. Attend your jury service date. In order to ask to be excused, you must attend your service date and make your request to the judge. Dress professionally, and follow any appearance guidelines mentioned in your jury summons. By dressing professionally, you show the judge that you respect the process of jury selection, even though you will be asking to be excused. Wait for the judge to ask. The judge will explain the procedures and the importance of jury selection before asking if anyone on the jury is unable to serve. At this time, you will have an opportunity to explain why you believe you should be excused from serving. Give a hardship excuse. You may be able to persuade the judge to excuse you if serving on a jury would be an unreasonable hardship for you or your family. For example, if you if your advanced age makes it difficult for you to attend the trial. You may also be excused if you are needed at home to care for a child or sick relative (or are a primary caregiver for someone young or old ), or if you are having financial difficulties and cannot afford to miss work. You will probably be excused if you are a teacher or student and would have to miss classes to serve, or if you do not have a reliable mode of transportation. Each court has its own procedures and policies for excusing jurors from serving. Federal jurors are paid $40 per day. Federal employees are paid their regular salary instead of the $40 fee. The fee increases to $50 after 10 days for trial jurors and after 45 days for grand jurors. Your employer is not required to pay you for days that you miss while serving on a jury, but your employer cannot fire, intimidate, or punish you for serving on a jury. If your service would be an undue hardship on your employer because your presence at work is critical to the business, you can ask your employer to write a letter to the court explaining the circumstances and requesting your excusal. Provide a scheduling excuse. You may be excused if you have a scheduling conflict, such as an important work function, non-refundable tickets or a long-planned vacation. However, the court will reschedule your service date to another time that is more convenient. You will often be given more than one chance to defer your service date. However, although you can try to put off your service date repeatedly, you should consider serving sooner rather than later to avoid running out of postponements when serving would truly be inconvenient for you. Understand how lawyers pick juries. Jury selection, also known as voir dire , is the process by which the attorneys pick which members of the jury pool will serve on the jury and which will ultimately be dismissed. The prosecution and defense attorneys will take turns asking questions to the jury. Based on the answers the jurors give, the attorneys will then conference with the judge and take turns excusing the jurors they don't want. Show your bias. The prosecution wants to weed out jurors who may be biased in favor of the defendant. The defense wants to excuse jurors who may be biased against the defendant. Ideally, only impartial jurors will remain. If you suggest, or flat-out state that you are biased in favor of one side, the other side is very likely to excuse you from jury service. For example, attorneys commonly ask whether anyone has a family member or close friend in law enforcement. Defense attorneys are concerned that people with connections to law enforcement will be pro-prosecution and biased against the defendant. Some people hold political or religious beliefs incompatible with impartial jury service. They may not believe in the authority of the government or the fairness of the law under which the defendant has been charged. If you feel similarly, voice your opinion during jury selection. Similarly, if your religious beliefs prohibit you from sitting on a jury, judging others, or administering punishment, you should mention to the court or attorneys that you are a religious objector. Don’t lie. Judges and attorneys usually have a lot of experience in the jury selection process, and they have probably heard every possible excuse and insincerely-held bias. If you make it obvious that you are trying to get out of serving on the jury, the attorneys will not be inclined to waste one of their limited dismissals (known as peremptory challenges) on you. If you lie about a hardship to get out of serving and the judge catches you in your lie, you can be punished. You could be charged with perjury, which is a felony. It is more likely that the judge would find you in contempt of court, in which case you might be fined or put in jail for several days.	Use the eJuror Program. Check to see if you are legally qualified for jury service. Determine if you are part of an exempt group. Write a letter explaining why you shouldn't need to serve. Attend your jury service date. Wait for the judge to ask. Give a hardship excuse. Provide a scheduling excuse. Understand how lawyers pick juries. Show your bias. Don’t lie.
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Your-Horse-to-Work-on-the-Bit	How to Get Your Horse to Work on the Bit	To get your horse to work on the bit, place a small amount of honey on it to make it more interesting for your horse. Additionally, encourage it to hold the bit in its mouth without doing any training, which will help it get used to the sensation. Once your horse appears more comfortable with the bit, attach the bridle and take your horse for a walk. Aim to keep training sessions to no more than 30 minutes so your horse can stay focused. If your horse shows any signs of stress, like trembling, stop the training session and give your horse a break.	Ride a bit-trained horse. This should give you an idea of what to expect from your horse once he's on the bit. For best results, have the horse's main rider or trainer ride for a few minutes. The trainer can tell you what to look for and how it should feel. They can also describe the motions of putting the horse onto the bit before you get on the horse. After you have watched the trainer and heard their advice, trade places and feel how the horse responds naturally, and the ride feels smoother. Most importantly, you should gain an understanding of how the bit helps the horse maintain a more comfortable, natural posture and movement. Choose the right bit. If it's too large, you could injure your horse and undo the work you've already put into training it. Even large horses don't really need large bits. The bit sits at the back of the mouth on your horse's gums. This soft tissue is full of nerve endings that make this spot extremely sensitive. When selecting a bit, you'll need to consider the width and shape. For the best results, a wider bit with a curved shape is ideal. Different bits have different purposes for various types of training. Make sure you have chosen the right bit for the job by considering how you want to ride the horse. Thinner bits can be painful for the horse and they also put more pressure on a concentrated area, leading to discomfort. A curved bit allows more space for the horse's tongue, so the movement of the bit has the intended interaction with the sensitive soft tissue in your horse's mouth without gagging the horse. Ask an experienced trainer for assistance. Consider them your best resource in learning to bit train a horse. Much of bit training relies on feelings, not specific movements, so it's important to talk to other trainers for advice and assistance. If it's your first time bit training a horse, you may want to observe the experienced trainer as they train your horse. Keep your horse in shape. A healthy horse is more likely to keep up with their bit training, so exercise your horse regularly. One of the best ways to improve the strength of your horse is to walk and trot up and down hills. A daily warm up and ride will keep the horse in great shape, build the connection between you and your horse, and make it easier to train them on the bit. Sweeten the bit. Place a small amount of honey or molasses on the bar that goes across your horse's tongue. This makes the bit seem interesting to your horse. The horse will likely take the bit into its mouth happily. However, once the sweet stuff is gone, your horse may spit the bit right back out. Keep practicing. After a while, your horse should start relating the bit with a sweet treat and take it willingly. You can ask or encourage the horse to take the bit by tickling the corner of his mouth with your finger. Then, when he opens his mouth, introduce the sweetened bit. Leave just the bit in place. This is contested by some trainers, but if you use a large enough bit and do not leave it in your horse's mouth for more than a half hour at a time, allowing the horse to hold the bit on its own can be helpful. Without associating the bit with riding, training, or work, your horse should become more willing to transition into doing these things on the bit. Additionally, it allows your horse to become accustomed to the feeling of having the bit in his mouth. Attach the bridle. Once your horse will hold the bit in its mouth for several minutes at a time or up to a half hour, you can start some basic bridle training. You may simply want to connect the bridle and allow your horse to feel the difference in sensation, or you can attach a lead and take the horse for walk. The goal is to get your horse used to the feeling of a full bit and bridle. Again, don't leave the bit and bridle on for more than a half hour at a time. Begin bit training young. Many older horses fight the bit because they've never used it. If you want to bit train your horse, start as soon as you begin training and riding. The bit should feel natural and comfortable to your horse, and the younger they are when you start bit training them the more likely they will be to perform well on the bit. Keep sessions short. Depending on the age of a horse, training should only be done for about half an hour at a time. Think about your own learning ability. Most people retain information delivered in smaller sections, and horses do too. Additionally, the bit will likely feel uncomfortable to your horse at first, so it's best to limit the amount of time with the bit in the beginning. The bulk of your thirty minute session should be a simple warmup. Younger horses may do better training for fifteen to twenty minutes at a time. Better trained horses may be able to handle larger periods of training, especially if you extend the warmup. Make training sessions a positive experience. If the horse becomes stressed and starts tossing his head or excessively chewing at any point during your training session, then take the bit out and give the horse a break. It is important to avoid any stress or fear for your horse during the training process. Maintaining a positive experience for your horse will help him to accept the bit rather than fear it. Warm up your horse with basics. Many trainers start off training the horse on the bit, and if you've decided to do this, it is even more important to start with simple movements that your horse is becoming familiar with. If you're training an older horse, warming up with the basics creates an association in your horse's mind between their “usual” ride and how this “new” ride is connected. During the warm up, you'll need to start with simple forward motion and check for straightness, rhythm, and contact. Establish forward motion. This is the key to a successful training session or ride. If you gently squeeze the side of your horse and it starts directly forward, you're all set. If a gentle squeeze does not start your horse forward or your horse is fighting the bit instead of moving forward, you may need to provide reprimand and reinforcement. Always avoid squeezing harder and harder to urge your horse forward. In the long run, this will leave you with a poorly trained horse and an exhausting ride. When the horse does not move forward, you can use a riding crop, tap with your leg, or whatever method of reprimand you choose to use with your horse. Give them a firm “no” movement. Then, try squeezing again, gently. Maintain gentle contact with your horse using your leg so that the horse can feel you at multiple points. This will let him know that you are still communicating with him. As soon as the horse moves forward with a gentle squeeze, reward them with encouraging words like, “Good job.” You can also have a helper offer them a small treat, if this is something they've been struggling with. Confirm your horse’s straightness. Once your horse begins to move forward, you'll need to make sure the hind feet are following the same line as the front feet. This is called straightness, and it is how you can determine whether your horse is comfortable moving on the bit. If you notice curving of the spine when your horse is moving forward or spinal stiffness as it turns, your horse is not straight. Bring it to a halt, reassure it, and start again. Repeat until the horse's movement is straight. Also, make sure to check for points of tension or stress along the horse's neck muscle and through his back. If you notice any signs of stress or tension, then this may mean that the horse is uncomfortable with the bit and how it is sitting. For a well-trained horse, a change in spinal straightness may be the only way to tell that it is not truly accepting the bit. Because the horse may not otherwise “fight” the bit, changes to the alignment of the spine and coordination of the back and front legs will let you know the horse is struggling. Evaluate your horse’s rhythm. Every horse is unique, but no matter what your horse's natural rhythm is, there should be equal intervals between each step. If you notice a halting or jerking quality as your horse moves, their rhythm may be off. To determine comfortable rhythm, count your horse's steps. As you count one, two, three, four, there should be even spacing and smooth flow between the beat of each hoof. If the horse's rhythm is off, slow or stop it. Then, begin again, increasing speed gradually. If you play a musical instrument, counting your horse's rhythm is very similar to how you count a measure of music. This musical experience may give you an advantage in determining when one beat is too long or too short. Assess your connection to the horse. Known as contact, this may be the most important part of your warmup. If your horse isn't connected to you, responding easily to your commands and concentrating on following your lead, they are not going to be as successful with more advanced instructions. Your hold on the reins, posture, and leg movement all affect your connection with the horse. Be aware of every moment and how it impacts your connection with your horse. Keep the weight of the reins even between hands. This places consistent pressure on the bit, ensuring your horse will notice when you place more on either side to begin turning. Make sure that there is an equal amount of length on both sides of your reins. This will help to ensure that you are not pulling too much on one side or the other. Establish a consistent resting state of the reins. Your reins shouldn't be constantly pulled tight or left lax. Instead, find a happy medium between the two, and continue to hold this contact. Keep in mind that having good contact and a connection with your horse is not a given. Talk to experienced trainers, watch videos, and get help to work towards achieving this using proper methods. True connection takes time. You will not achieve this natural feeling of communication with your horse in one ride. Keep practicing every day. Teach the half halt. There is a “go to” command for almost any skill in horse riding. A good rider and well trained horse know these commands. The half halt is the key command for bit training. Half halt may be a bit of a misnomer. Instead, think of it as half start or half go. The half halt is how you change your horse's direction or gait. You don't stop, you simply shift to another activity. It's a combination of leg pressure and pull on the rein. A horse that's on the bit will respond quickly and naturally to half halt command to change speed or direction. A horse that is not on the bit will fight, feel unbalanced, or respond incorrectly to the change. Practice the figure eight. This is an easy method to train half halt. You'll need to slow the horse slightly by squeezing both calves and sitting lower in the saddle. Then, use the rein to shift the pressure on the bit slightly to one side. Allow the horse to follow all the way through the curve and straighten out facing the opposite direction. Then, perform the same change to go back the other direction. Do not pull the horse from the front. Use gentle pressure to tell them where you want them to go, and allow the horse to proceed. Walk the horse in a circle. This is one of the most difficult maneuvers to teach your horse. It's best to start out of the saddle, and simply lead the horse first in a large, gentle circle. Then, shift to a smaller circle. Next, switch to performing this circle in the saddle. Again, begin with a larger circle, and bring the circle in as your horse seems more comfortable. Going in a larger circle is also safer for your horse and less stressful and damaging to his joints and tendons. If you will be working on the circle for a while, then use the largest circle diameter possible. Try going onto a 20 meter (65.6 ft) circle, bending the horse around your inside leg. When your horse can do this easily, it is responding well on the bit. As your horse bends around your inside leg, make sure that it is still stepping with its hind legs and moving forward into the bit. With practice, you will notice that the horse reaches into your hands, seeking the contact, and accepting the bit. Keep practicing daily. This is not something you or your horse can learn in one day. It takes time, effort, and flexibility to build a connection with your horse. Being on the bit must come from behind, not from the front. This means it's your horse's choice to follow instruction, and not that you're pulling the horse through the bit.	Ride a bit-trained horse. Choose the right bit. Ask an experienced trainer for assistance. Keep your horse in shape. Sweeten the bit. Leave just the bit in place. Attach the bridle. Begin bit training young. Keep sessions short. Make training sessions a positive experience. Warm up your horse with basics. Establish forward motion. Confirm your horse’s straightness. Evaluate your horse’s rhythm. Assess your connection to the horse. Teach the half halt. Practice the figure eight. Walk the horse in a circle. Keep practicing daily.
https://www.wikihow.com/Win-a-Man%27s-Heart	How to Win a Man's Heart	To win a man's heart, try to wear nice clothes and look after your body, since many men are attracted to people who take pride in their appearance. You should also be yourself around him, since you want him to fall in love with the real version of yourself, not a version that you think he wants. Don't be afraid to let your passion shine, since enthusiastic and happy people are naturally attractive. When you start hanging out, consider cooking a delicious meal for him, as they say the way to a man's heart is through his stomach.	Respect yourself. Like everyone else, good men are attracted to someone who respects and takes pride in themselves. Show him that you think you're worthy by respecting yourself. Speak up for yourself, think for yourself, take control of situations when necessary, and take care of yourself. Take care of your body. When we don't take good care of our bodies, it tells others that we don't think we're worth taking care of or loving (even when we actually feel really good about ourselves). To help show him that you think you're worthwhile, take good care of your body. Practice good hygiene, eat a healthy diet, and exercise to keep your body strong and in good condition. Dress to impress. Dressing poorly usually shows others that you don't think they're worth extra effort, that you don't want to impress them. But of course you want to impress him so dress to impress! Wear clothes that aren't horribly out of date, fit and flatter your body, and are clean and free of stains or holes. Smell amazing. Smell is incredibly powerful when it comes to attraction. Not so much in terms of smelling good (though it can help a little), but smelling bad is a HUGE turn-off. Set a good foundation by showering regularly and using deodorant. If you really want to smell amazing, add in a little body spray or perfume. Choose a smell that you want him to associate with your personality (citrusy for playful, floral for feminine, musky for sensual, etc). Try not to go crazy with lots of different scents: work towards one "signature" smell that he can associate with you. Act confident. Confidence is sexy to just about anyone. You don't have to actually be confident, but make him think that you are. Act confident by standing up straight, looking him (and everyone else!) in the eye, speaking up for yourself, and occasionally taking control in situations (deciding what to do on a date, etc). Help him feel free. A lot of the time, guys are reluctant to date because they worry that they'll lose their freedom or their identity because this is something that our society tends to teach. Show him he doesn't have to worry about that with you by helping him to feel free. Encourage and help him to pursue his dreams, help him set up fun activities with his friends, don't hog his free time, etc. Be fun! When we look for someone that we really want to get serious with, we're looking for someone who makes our life better, right? So of course your guy is looking for someone who makes his life (not necessarily exciting) but at least fun. Be the source of fun in his life. Go on fun dates, encourage him to try new things, and join in and encourage his passions in life. Stay away from drama. One real turn off for guys is the drama queen. You know the girl who constantly gossips, starts arguments and fights with other people, and generally complains and looks for flaws in everything? Don't be that. Stay away from drama and definitely try to minimize the drama that he's exposed to. Having an actual problem that he can help with is one thing, picking a fight with him about something petty is another thing altogether. Make him feel like a hero. Guys like to feel useful. They like to feel like they're your hero....so make them feel like they are! Let him help you with things from time to time. Ask for and take his advice with real or even just minor problems. He'll love the place that he has in your life because it will give him a sense of purpose that he might not feel anywhere or with anyone else. Be passionate. You should be passionate in your relationship of course, but you should also be passionate in your day-to-day life. Find enjoyment in what you do and pursue things that are important to you. Enthusiasm and joy in life are catching, and we tend to look for and stay with people who help us feel those feelings, so be that person for him by loving your own life. Be you. Most importantly, you should be you. Don't try to be the person you think he wants. When we try to pretend to be someone else, eventually the mask begins to crack and who we really are shines through. Even if he would have loved you for who you are, he may be hurt and resentful that you lied to him and you'll lose him anyway. Honesty is the best policy! Make him something. Sometimes a nice gesture can help secure his feelings for you. One good option is to make him something yourself, from scratch. Try to focus on things that he would actually like, not things that scream out "I'm only wearing this because a girl I like gave it to me". You can try making him an embossed leather cuff, a "beach boy" anklet, a sculpture he can put on his desk at home, or a keychain. Get him a signed copy of his favorite book. Find out his favorite book and track down a signed copy. You may even be able to get one signed just for him, if the author is still alive. This can be an incredibly meaningful gift, if the book is very important to him. Cook him a great meal. They say that the way to a man's heart is through is stomach and that is usually true. Cooking is a skill that's easy to acquire, even if you've never cooked before. A little practice and you'll be making him happy and full before you know it. Rub his back. Sometimes, a nice massage can really help melt away a stressful day. A lot of the time, this is what we're really looking for when we decide who we want to be with in our life, so help him see that you are a great way to relax. Rent him some time with a classic car. Depending on what your guy is in to, you can get more specific with your gesture of affection. If he's old-fashioned or a bit of a car enthusiast, you can rent him some time riding around in a classic car. This is a very unique experience and shows him how much you stand out. Take him to a con. If he's a bit of a nerd or generally really enjoys comic books or comic book movies, you could try going to a comics convention. Really, no matter what he's really passionate about there's probably a convention for it, so just find one that screams him and take him! Learn the art of the make out. A good kisser is a sign of a keeper, so improve your kissing skills if you really want to blow his mind. Become more fun to talk to. Being someone that's just great to talk to is also important, so get comfortable with talking and making those conversations memorable and significant. Become the Great Date queen. This is an important part of dating and really sets you apart from the other people in his life. Don't be afraid to be the one planning dates: he'll be a little turned on that you're taking charge. Turn him on like no one else can. If all he wanted was someone he could have fun with and talk to, you'd be his best friend and nothing more. Set yourself apart by giving him something that no one else can. Step up your chef skills. If you've never cooked before in your life, don't panic! It's easier than it looks. Practice and effort and you'll be worthy of your own show before you know it.	Respect yourself. Take care of your body. Dress to impress. Smell amazing. Act confident. Help him feel free. Be fun! Stay away from drama. Make him feel like a hero. Be passionate. Be you. Make him something. Get him a signed copy of his favorite book. Cook him a great meal. Rub his back. Rent him some time with a classic car. Take him to a con. Learn the art of the make out. Become more fun to talk to. Become the Great Date queen. Turn him on like no one else can. Step up your chef skills.
https://www.wikihow.com/Treat-Scalp-Ringworm	How to Treat Scalp Ringworm	If you have symptoms of scalp ringworm, such as circular bald patches where the skin is red or grey and flaky, see your doctor for a diagnosis. They may recommend an antifungal shampoo, which you should use to wash your hair according to the package directions. Alternatively, take an oral antifungal medication if your doctor prescribes it. If you're pregnant or nursing, make sure to let your healthcare provider know before using any antifungal medications.	Check for the tell-tale symptoms. If you have the following symptoms, see a doctor to get the diagnosis confirmed: Circular areas of the scalp that are bald or have hair that has broken off near the hair follicle. If your hair is dark, the broken off hairs may look like dark dots on your scalp. These spots may gradually get larger over time. The infected areas may be red or gray and shed flakes. These areas may hurt, particularly when touched. Your hair may fall out easily. On some people, the scalp may become inflamed, seep pus, and form yellow crusts. People with this complication may also have a fever or enlarged lymph nodes. Wash your hair with an antifungal shampoo. It is important to realize that the antifungal shampoo alone is unlikely to cure you. You still need to get anti-fungal medications from the doctor. But the shampoo can reduce the spread of the fungus, helping you to heal faster. Depending on the type and strength of the shampoo, it maybe available over-the-counter or by prescription only. Commonly used shampoos contain selenium sulphide or ketoconazole. Use the shampoo twice a week during the first few weeks of treatment, unless instructed otherwise by your doctor or the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging. Consult your doctor before applying these shampoos to a child or using them yourself if you are pregnant. Do not shave your head. Because the fungus is also on your scalp, it will not get rid of the infection. Also, it may lead to embarrassment if it makes the marks more visible. Take antifungal medications. You can get these with a prescription from your doctor. Do not use them on a child or if you are pregnant without discussing it first with your doctor. These prescription medications will kill the fungus, but have side effects that need to be considered: Terbafine (Lamisil) — This medication is generally taken as a daily pill for about four weeks and usually works. Side effects are usually short, but may include nausea, diarrhea, upset stomach, a rash, or an altered sense of taste. Contact your doctor if you experience side effects. If you have liver disease or lupus, you will probably not be able to take this medication. Griseofulvin (Grifulvin V, Gris-Peg) — This is a spray that is taken each day for up to 10 weeks. The spray is not available in the U.S. but can easily be obtained in the U.K. It can cause side effects of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headaches, and an upset stomach. Both women and men need to be aware that it can cause birth defects in unborn children if the mother takes it while pregnant, if the mother takes it shortly before conceiving, or if the father has taken it within six months of fathering the child. Griseofulvin may reduce the effectiveness of progestogen-only and combined contraceptive pills. People on it should use a barrier method of contraception like a condom. Women who are breastfeeding and people with liver disease or lupus also should not take this medication. Do not drive and be aware that you will be more sensitive to alcohol while taking it. Itraconazole — This medication is taken as pill for approximately one to two weeks. It may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headaches, and an upset stomach. Children, elderly people, and people with liver disease should not take this medication. Get your pets and farm animals checked by the vet. If you have animals with patchy fur, they may be the source of your infection. You can get it from them by petting, handling, or grooming them, so always wash your hands afterwards. Common sources of animal-to-human transmission are: Dogs Cats Horses Cows Goats Pigs Do not touch infected areas. The fungus can be spread through skin-to-skin contact. People at a particularly high risk include: People who have a ringworm infection elsewhere on their body, such as athlete's foot or jock itch. If you scratch the infection and then scratch your head, you can transfer the fungus to your scalp. Hairdressers, barbers, and hair stylists, because they come in contact with the hair of lots of people School nurses and daycare workers who are in contact with lots of children People who have a family member or a sexual partner who is infected Disinfect contaminated objects. Objects that may be carrying the fungus should be disinfected or replaced. The following objects can easily transfer the fungus: Hairbrushes, combs, or hair implements. Soak them for an hour in a solution of 1 part bleach to 3 parts water. Towels, bed sheets, gym or wrestling mats, and clothing. Add a disinfectant or bleach to the wash when you wash them.	Check for the tell-tale symptoms. Wash your hair with an antifungal shampoo. Take antifungal medications. Get your pets and farm animals checked by the vet. Do not touch infected areas. Disinfect contaminated objects.
https://www.wikihow.com/Overcome-Depression	How to Overcome Depression	Overcoming depression can seem like a daunting task, but you can learn to enjoy your life again by improving your relationships and making healthy lifestyle choices. For example, try to spend some quality time with family members. Additionally, surround yourself with positive people who you can lean on when you're having a hard time. In addition to spending time with others, make sure to set aside some time to work on yourself. For instance, improve your sleeping habits by going to bed and waking up at the same time every day to help you feel rested and energized. Use some of this energy to develop an exercise routine since even 30 minutes of daily exercise can dramatically improve your physical and mental health.	Consult with a doctor. Only after a thorough evaluation with a psychiatrist or psychologist can you be diagnosed with depression. Many illnesses and medications may contribute to depressive feelings. Therefore, your doctor will administer a variety of tests, conduct a physical examination, and an interview to get to the bottom of your symptoms. Recognize that you're suffering from depression. To overcome your depression, you have to first determine if what you're feeling are the symptoms of depression. Though depression is different for every person, there are a few signs that are hallmarks of the illness. You may have depression, if: You feel worthless, helpless, or guilty without knowing why. You're feeling hopeless about most aspects of your life and can't imagine that anything will improve for you. You feel a decrease in your energy levels and are tired no matter what you do. You feel restless at night and have trouble sleeping and/or waking up in the morning. You've stopped feeling pleasure doing the activities that used to make you happy, such as spending time with friends, pursuing your hobbies, or being intimate. There has been a dramatic change in your sleeping habits, such as insomnia, early-morning wakefulness, or excessive sleeping. You have lost your appetite or are overeating, but cannot stop. It is much easier for you to be alone than to put the effort into interacting with others. You constantly feel irritable for no reason. You have had thoughts of suicide. If you are thinking suicidal thoughts, seek help immediately. Learn about the possible causes of depression. Although doctors have not narrowed down one clear-cut reason people experience depression, they tend to see this disorder arise in people with common genetic, biological, psychological, and environmental factors. Your doctor might determine any of the following as being a cause of your depression: Addiction to drugs or alcohol. If you have a drug or alcohol addiction, then this may be a cause for your depression. A doctor can help you see if you have an addiction and can tell you the next steps. Genetic causes. If depression runs in your family, you are more likely to be depressed. You can discuss whether other people in your family have suffered from depression, even if they were never diagnosed; you can also talk to your parents or other family members to see if people in your family had depression without you knowing. A hormonal imbalance. If you have a thyroid problem or other hormonal imbalance, it may be causing your depression. Another illness. A doctor can help you see if you're suffering from another illness that can cause or precede your depression, such as an anxiety disorder such as OCD, or even a psychotic disorder such as schizophrenia. A side effect of a medication you are taking. If you're taking a medication for another problem, a doctor can tell you if depression is one of the side effects and may be able to switch you to an equally effective medication without this side effect. A seasonal disturbance. Some people experience depression as a result of seasonal changes. For example, symptoms might last throughout the winter each year. This form of depression is referred to as seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Search for a situational cause. Before your psychological evaluation, start thinking about some root causes of your depression that may be causing you pain in your everyday life. There's a good chance that specific situations happening in your life, and your reaction to these ordeals, may be contributing to your poor mood. Here are a few things that may be causing or worsening your depression: Loss of a friend or loved one. It is normal to grieve after losing someone you care about. However, after a period of time, most people tend to feel better. If your grieving does not seem to lift after months, you may be experiencing depression. A failed or unfulfilling romantic relationship. If you are going through a devastating break-up, or are in a relationship that is causing you great pain, then it could be contributing to your depression. An unrewarding career. If you feel deeply unhappy, stifled, or even worthless in your current job or throughout your career, then your line of work may be a contributing factor to your depression. An undesirable environment. If you live with two screaming, unbearable roommates, or just feel deeply unhappy in your own home or neighborhood, then your environment may be contributing to your depression. Financial reasons. Worrying about making your next rent payment or where your next paycheck will come from can be a serious cause of depression if it's a continuing problem. "Baby blues." Many women often experience crying spells, anxiety, and mood swings after giving birth. This can be a severe form of baby blues called postpartum depression. Talk to your doctor if your symptoms resemble this condition. Understand your treatment options. Your doctor will talk to you about possible treatments for your depression. Depending on the severity of your illness, you may require a combination of medication and psychotherapy. While medications can help relieve symptoms, it is still important for depressed persons to understand the disorder and develop healthier strategies for coping with it. Generally, milder forms of depression can be treated with psychotherapy and lifestyle changes. Medications proven to be effective at treating depression include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), atypical antipsychotics, tricyclic antidepressants, and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). One of the most researched psychotherapy treatments for depression is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). This form of treatment is directed at identifying and changing negative thought and behavior patterns that worsen depressive symptoms. Other therapies useful with depression are acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy, and interpersonal therapy. Another treatment option for severe forms of depression (or depression with psychosis) is a brain stimulation procedure called electroconvulsive therapy. This form of treatment is typically utilized if a patient does not respond to medication or psychotherapy. Start a journal. Starting a journal can help you reflect on your depression and feelings and monitor your sensations throughout the day. Make a goal of writing in your journal at least once a day, preferably in the evenings, when you can wrap up whatever the day brought you. Writing in a journal can make you feel more in touch with your thoughts, less alone, and more aware of the things that make you happy or unhappy. Writing in a journal will also help you focus and shut off your mind from all the stressful tasks around you. Eliminate toxic or unhealthy relationships from your life. If they are causing you great pain, then it's time to stop making yourself feel worse. If you cannot eliminate a person, such as a family member, spend as little time with that person as possible. If there is something in a relationship that is troubling you, have a serious conversation with the person. If you're feeling depressed because you're convinced your husband is cheating on you or that your best friend is stealing your money, then it's time to confront the person and work towards a solution. Maintain healthy relationships. Though you may wish to be alone and away from others, it is good for your mood to spend time with others. Rely on your network of friends and family members, as well as your significant other if you have one. Spend as much time as you can hanging out with people who make you feel positive about yourself and the world. Good friends will not only help you cope with your depression by talking about it, but they can make you feel more loved and supported. If you have a friend or family member who is suffering from depression, talk to them about it and see what advice they can offer. Just talking to someone who is dealing with the same symptoms can make you feel much less alone. If you are in a relationship, make time for romance, or just spending solo time with your significant other. Enjoy yourself and your relationship by scheduling special time to spend with your partner as often as possible. Make more time for family. Your family should make you feel loved and supported, so try to spend as much time with them as you can. If your family is across the country, make time for phone calls as much as you can. Fill your schedule with events and activities you love. Keeping a busy schedule will force you to stay active, focused, and thinking about the next thing on your plate. You can draw up a schedule for each day at the start of the week, or simply plan out each day the night before. Whichever method you choose, make a goal of sticking to it. Here are some things you should make time for: Positive and supportive friendships. Exercise. Hobbies and interests. Time to decompress, write in your journal, or meditate. Time to do something silly that makes you laugh. Outdoor activities. Don't spend all of your time indoors. Instead, go out into the sun, or do your normal homework or reading in a coffee shop so you feel less isolated. Find a new passion. You may not like your current job, but maybe you are not in a position to change your career right now. Finding a new passion can help you feel like you have more of a purpose in life and can give you a reason to wake up in the morning. A passion can be anything you care deeply about, even if it is not something you are good at yet. Here are some great ways to find a new passion: Explore your artistic side. Sign up for a watercolor painting, ceramics, drawing, or pottery class. Express yourself through writing. Try writing some poetry, a short story, or even the first chapter of a novel. Find a new love for learning a foreign language. Discover a new sport. Take a class in karate, ballroom dancing, or yoga. Discover a new team sport, such as volleyball or soccer. You will find a new passion while making many friends. Discover your love for reading by starting a book club. Be more generous. Turn your life around after depression by being generous to the people you love and the people in your community. Being generous will help you to increase your self-worth and build greater connections with others around you. Do a favor for a close friend. It does not have to be major — if your best friend is having a stressful week, you can offer to pick up her lunch or do her laundry. You will feel better for helping. Volunteer at your local library. Help adults and children discover the joy of reading. Volunteer at a center for senior citizens, youth, or the homeless, and see what a difference you can make. Volunteer in your community by helping clean up your local park. Just spending time in nature can help improve your mood. Improve your sleeping habits. Improving your sleeping habits can be a drastic improvement for your mental health. Work on finding a sleep schedule that works for you. Here are some things that you can do: Start going to bed and waking up at the same time every day and night. This will make you feel more well rested and will make it easier for you to fall asleep and wake up. Start your day off on the right foot. Spring out of bed and drink a glass of water right away instead of hitting snooze five times before you roll out of bed. Develop an effective pre-sleep routine. Wind down in the hour before bed by shutting off your television, putting away your phone or tablet, avoiding loud noises, and reading in bed. Limit or eliminate caffeine from your diet, especially after noon. Caffeine will make it harder for you to fall asleep. Avoid taking naps that are longer than half an hour, unless you need them — they will only make you feel groggy and more tired. Exercise. Exercising for just thirty minutes a day will have a dramatic impact on your physical and mental health. Exercising can give you more energy and make you feel more motivated throughout the day. Find an exercise plan that works for you and stick to it. Even taking a walk for just 20 minutes a day can help you get some exercise while you reflect. Find a gym or workout friend. This will make the experience more enjoyable. Set a goal when you work out. Maybe you can have a goal of training for a 5K, or learning how to do a tricky yoga pose. Improve your diet. Eating a healthy, balanced diet can also help you beat depression. Even if you're losing your appetite, you need to be determined to eat three meals a day. You don't need to try to lose weight or be incredibly healthy-conscious when you're dealing with your depression, but eating healthier food regularly will improve your mental and physical state. Don't skip meals — especially not breakfast. Eating three meals a day will give you the energy you need to stay positive and focused. Add more fruits and vegetables into your diet. Substitute them for sugary snacks or unhealthy junk food. Make sure to eat a balance of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fish and lean protein every day. Let yourself splurge occasionally. You will feel better if you give in to your cravings sometimes. Think positively. Being a more positive thinker will help you look at your life and world in a way that fills you with hope instead of despair. To think more positively, you should learn how to recognize your negative thoughts and to fight them with stronger positive thoughts whenever you can. For a jump start on positive thinking, find at least five things to be grateful for and happy about every single day. Try keeping a notebook full of things that you love or make you happy. Every day, write down three or more things, and every week, read about the things you love. This will show you the upside in life and will help you to focus on the positive over negative. If you act more positively, you will think more positively. Make a point of talking about the positive things in your life and spending time doing things that make you feel good. If you spend more time praising the things that make you smile and less time thinking about the things that upset you or that you don't like, you will think more positive thoughts. Even telling yourself, "Today will be a great day!" or "It's ok, I'm having an awesome day. You can't mess it up!" Can lighten your mood significantly. Always remember to smile, it can make you happier, even if you aren't happy. Improve your appearance. Neglecting personal hygiene is a common side effect of depression. While you will not beat your depression by transforming your looks, if you take time to maintain your appearance and hygiene every day, you will feel better about yourself. Shower daily and brush your teeth and hair. Work on looking presentable when you face the world, no matter how awful you feel. This will improve your confidence and self-worth. If you think that being overweight is a cause of your depression, then setting a goal to improve this aspect of your appearance will improve your mood and outlook.	Consult with a doctor. Recognize that you're suffering from depression. Learn about the possible causes of depression. Search for a situational cause. Understand your treatment options. Start a journal. Eliminate toxic or unhealthy relationships from your life. Maintain healthy relationships. Fill your schedule with events and activities you love. Find a new passion. Be more generous. Improve your sleeping habits. Exercise. Improve your diet. Think positively. Improve your appearance.
https://www.wikihow.com/Contact-the-IRS	How to Contact the IRS	If you want to contact the IRS about a personal tax matter, try calling the toll-free IRS number at 1-800-829-1040 between the hours of 7am and 7pm Monday through Friday. Alternatively, should you need help with a business tax matter, call the business line at 1-800-829-4933. If you'd rather get help online, try using the Interactive Tax Assistant, which gives you quick answers to simple questions at any time. For more complicated questions, you can chat with the Website Help Desk on the IRS website.	Call the toll-free IRS telephone number for a personal tax matter. This number is 1-800-829-1040. The business hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. in your local time zone. This line if only for individuals who have questions about their own taxes. Use 1-800-829-3676 for help completing your tax forms. This number is the quickest way to get in touch with a specialist trained to assist you in filling out your return forms, so that you can pay pay the IRS or receive your refund. Business hours are 7:00 a.m to 7:00 p.m. local time, Monday through Friday. Call 1-800-908-4490 if you are a victim of identity theft. Business hours are Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. in your time zone. A representative can walk your through the process for reporting the ID theft. Call the business line for help with a corporate or business tax matter. This number is 1-800-829-4933. You can reach someone between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. in your local time zone. This number is only for representatives from a business or corporation. Use the TDD line if you have a hearing impairment. The IRS can be reached at 1-800-829-4059, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. local time. This number will allow you to discuss your taxes with a representative while receiving accommodations for your hearing impairment. Call the number for charitable organizations and government agencies, if applicable. You can use this number if you are an exempt agency or a retirement plan administrator and need help. This number is 1-877-829-5500. The IRS will answer between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. local time. Reach International Services at 1-267-941-1000 if you live abroad. You can still get help with your taxes even if you're currently living abroad. Business hours are Monday-Friday between 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Use a specialized number to address particular issues. The IRS has set up 16 hotlines for questions regarding particular issues such as forms and publications, the electronic federal tax payment system, and employer identification numbers. You can find the complete list of specialized numbers here. Try the Interactive Tax Assistant for quick online answers to your questions 24/7. Enter your problem or question, like “can I take the premium tax credit” or “how much is my standard deduction,” and this interactive system will ask you a series of question to help find the answer. Use the Refund Status Checker to find out the status of your refund. You'll need your social security number, filing status, and the exact amount of the refund. Chat with the Website Help Desk for help navigating the IRS site. Online agents can answer questions regarding where to find forms or other information on the site, but not questions regarding your tax return or refund. Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. Use the comment page to ask questions about the irs.gov site. Only questions regarding the site, such as where to find forms or other information, will be answered. Type in your email address and write your question in the box. The IRS will respond within 48 hours. Access the PTIN online chat if you are a tax professional. Agents can assist you with general PTIN questions in the online chat, but for questions specific to your account, you will have to call. Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday. You can find out more information on how to contact this program here: https://www.irs.gov/tax-professionals/contact-the-return-preparer-program. Find a local Taxpayer Assistance Center (TAC) in your area. You can find your local TAC by entering your zip code and your desired search radius on the IRS website. The website will provide you with a list of nearby locations, including their address, phone number, hours of operation and services provided at the location. You can find your local TAC here: http://apps.irs.gov/app/officeLocator/index.jsp Remember that many local IRS offices are located in federal office buildings. This means they will be closed on federal holidays, and there may be restrictions on what you can carry into the building. For example, cell phones with cameras are sometimes prohibited. Call your local TAC to make an appointment. You must have an appointment to get help at your local TAC. Be sure to arrive on time for your appointment so that you aren't skipped. Download the IRS2GO mobile app from the iTunes or play store. There are apps in English and Spanish. Use the app to find IRS phone numbers and local offices. Click “Stay Connected”, then “Contact Us” to quickly call up a list of IRS contact numbers or to be directed to a link where you can look up the nearest Taxpayer Assistance Center. Check the status of your tax refund. The app makes it easy to check on your refund. Just enter your social security number, filing status, and the refund amount, and it will instantly tell you your status. Find free tax help via the app. The IRS app will direct you to the nearest available organization that offers free tax assistance, giving you their address and phone number. Contact the Taxpayer Advocate Service to answer your questions. They can also provide help with problems like audits, missing refunds, or identity theft. The Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) is an independent organization within the IRS created to help taxpayers deal with their problems. If you cannot work out your problem with the IRS, then the TAS will help you for free. Send in IRS Form 911 via fax or mail. This form officially requests TAS assistance and allows you to specify your problem. You should receive a response within a week of TAS receiving the form. NOTE: The TAS may contact a third party, such as a taxpayer advocate organization, to respond to your request. Call 1-877-777-4778 to reach the TAS. A simple automated system will quickly direct you to an agent. Use the TAS contact page to look up the office nearest you. Each state has at least one office. The contact page will give their phone number and address. Contact the IRS by mail only if you receive a notice from them. The IRS doesn't usually respond to questions or complaints sent by mail. However, they do let you communicate with them by mail if you receive a notice from them. They may send you a notice if you owe them money or there's a problem with your taxes. You can also call the IRS if you receive a notice. It's up to you which method you prefer. Send your letter before the response date listed on your notice. The response date is the last day you can answer the notice, so treat it like a deadline. Mail your letter before this date. It's best to send your response as soon as possible. Include your personal information at the top of your letter. This will help the IRS confirm your identity and find you in their system. Some of this information will be provided on the notice sent to you by the IRS. You need to include the following: Your name Your social security number or ITIN The tax year being discussed Your notice number Enclose any items that support your response to the IRS. For instance, you might submit copies of your expense receipts, proof of charitable donations, or copies of your 1099s. The IRS may have requested these items, or you might want to volunteer them as support. This may help you prove that you don't owe any extra money. Retain copies of these documents in your records. Send it to the address on your notice via certified mail with return receipt. The correct address will be listed on your notice. Be sure to write it exactly as it appears on the notice, then send it via certified mail. This way, you'll have proof that you mailed your letter and when your letter arrived in case the IRS loses it. You may need to prove that you sent this letter if the IRS claims you didn't respond by the deadline. Wait at least 30 days for the IRS to process your letter. It's normal for it to take a minimum of 30 days for the IRS to process a response sent by mail. You can try calling the number on your notice to see if they've received it. However, the representative may not be able to answer your questions. Always keep a copy of the notice the IRS sent you so you can refer back to it.	Call the toll-free IRS telephone number for a personal tax matter. Use 1-800-829-3676 for help completing your tax forms. Call 1-800-908-4490 if you are a victim of identity theft. Call the business line for help with a corporate or business tax matter. Use the TDD line if you have a hearing impairment. Call the number for charitable organizations and government agencies, if applicable. Reach International Services at 1-267-941-1000 if you live abroad. Use a specialized number to address particular issues. Try the Interactive Tax Assistant for quick online answers to your questions 24/7. Use the Refund Status Checker to find out the status of your refund. Chat with the Website Help Desk for help navigating the IRS site. Use the comment page to ask questions about the irs.gov site. Access the PTIN online chat if you are a tax professional. Find a local Taxpayer Assistance Center (TAC) in your area. Remember that many local IRS offices are located in federal office buildings. Call your local TAC to make an appointment. Download the IRS2GO mobile app from the iTunes or play store. Use the app to find IRS phone numbers and local offices. Check the status of your tax refund. Find free tax help via the app. Contact the Taxpayer Advocate Service to answer your questions. Send in IRS Form 911 via fax or mail. Call 1-877-777-4778 to reach the TAS. Use the TAS contact page to look up the office nearest you. Contact the IRS by mail only if you receive a notice from them. Send your letter before the response date listed on your notice. Include your personal information at the top of your letter. Enclose any items that support your response to the IRS. Send it to the address on your notice via certified mail with return receipt. Wait at least 30 days for the IRS to process your letter.
https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-a-Wooden-Chair	How to Clean a Wooden Chair	To clean a wooden chair, start by choosing an oil-based or wood-specific cleaner and try to avoid all-purpose cleaning products, which are too harsh. Next, dust the surface lightly with a dry cloth to get rid of large debris. Then, apply the wood cleaner to a lint-free cloth before swiping the wood using long, even strokes. Try to work with the wood grain to avoid splinters! Finally, let the cleaner sit on the surface for 10-20 minutes and wipe away the excess with the lint-free cloth.	Avoid harsh chemicals. Wooden furniture is either raw, untouched wood, or wood coated with stain or varnish. Either of these can be very easily damaged by chemical cleaners or strong detergents. Avoid using any drying cleaner or one not specifically intended for wood to avoid doing damage to the raw wood or the furniture's varnish. Even some cleaners claiming to be made for wood can be too harsh. Avoid anything using intense sudsing agents such as sulfates. Although safer alternatives might not lather, you do not need a lather in order to thoroughly clean. Enlist cleansing oils. One of the easiest ways to clean wood is to use an oil-based cleaner. Water-based cleaners can be too strong, while oil-based cleaners simultaneously cleanse the wood while infusing it with a conditioning treatment. The most common oil is mineral, but you can also use a vegetable oil-based treatment. When searching for a cleaner, one with mineral spirits will contain a conditioning oil as well as a gentle stripping agent. This can be picked up at most home improvement stores. Search for wood-specific cleaner. Try to avoid using all-purpose cleaners, as these are not formulated for delicate materials. Instead, use a cleaning solution created specifically for use on wood. This could be a store-bought cleaner, or you can make your own using an oil soap such as Dr. Bronner's castille soap. Murphy's Oil Soap is one formula intended for wood, and is typically mild enough to clean without doing damage. Use lint-free rags. To avoid snagging on any loose strips of wood or leaving lint behind, use lint-free rags for cleaning, such as those made with microfiber. These allow you to clean the wood thoroughly, leaving a streak-free, lint-free finish. Cheesecloth can also be helpful in cleaning wood, as it is extremely porous, but picks up dust well and does not leave any fabric behind. Dust the surface lightly. Before using a cleaning/polishing cream, lightly dust off the surface using a feather duster or a clean, dry rag or vacuum. This does not have to be an involved task, but a simple brush-down of the visible surface. Failing to dust the furniture first could result in pressing dust further into the wood grain. Always complete a small dusting before you do any deep cleaning. Apply the cleaner to your rag. Apply your cleaner to your rag--not directly to the wood. Applying cleaner to the wood can eat away some of the finish or leave a stain, while applying it to the rag first will ensure you apply the cleaner evenly. This is true of all cleaners except vinegar and water. If using vinegar and water, you must submerge your rag in the mixture and wring it out until damp. Swipe the wood in long, clean strokes. To make sure the cleaner is applied well, swipe your rag over the wood in long strokes, keeping the weight of your hand consistent. Once you've gone over every portion of the wood, go back one more time, using a wiping motion. The length of time will depend on the cleaner, but most cleaners require you to leave it on the wood for 10-20 minutes before moving on to the next step. Try to work with the grain of the wood, instead of against it. This will help prevent splinters and applying an uneven coat. Wipe up any remaining cleanser. Glance over the surface of the wood to find any stray wood cleaner, and wipe it away to prevent streaking or damaging the wood or varnish. This will catch any remaining cleaner and will make sure the cleaner has covered every surface evenly. Once again, use a lint-free rag if possible to avoid leaving behind bits of fabric. This step is particularly important if you are using an oil-based cleaner, as leftover oil can cause staining. Allow the chair to dry. Allow your chair to dry after wiping it down. This should only take between 10 and 20 minutes. To speed the drying time, you can place a fan overhead or beside the chair and turn it on high. If you are using a water-based cleaner, do not leave standing water on the wood to dry. Instead, wipe up any remaining water with a clean rag. Condition with wood butter. To seal the wood, apply wood butter. This will not only prevent staining, but will make future cleaning endeavors far easier, as most dirt and grime will slide right off of the conditioned wood. There are many commercial waxes and wood butters available on the market. You can make your own wood butter with some vegetable oil (olive and coconut work well) and beeswax. Perform regular maintenance. To make sure your chair stays in excellent working order, reseal using your wood butter every couple of months. This will make sure the chair is protected from dust and moisture, and will keep the appearance of the wood smooth and supple. Maintenance application does not have to be an all-over application. You can search for areas of the chair that have worn down or tarnished and apply your wood butter to those areas alone.	Avoid harsh chemicals. Enlist cleansing oils. Search for wood-specific cleaner. Use lint-free rags. Dust the surface lightly. Apply the cleaner to your rag. Swipe the wood in long, clean strokes. Wipe up any remaining cleanser. Allow the chair to dry. Condition with wood butter. Perform regular maintenance.
https://www.wikihow.com/Call-Japan	How to Call Japan	If you want to call Japan from another country, first dial your country's exit code. If you're not sure what that is, do a search online for your country's name plus the exit code. Next, dial 81, which is the country code for Japan. You will also need to know the area code for the region of Japan you're trying to call, which can be anywhere from 1 to 5 digits. After the area code, dial your party's personal phone number. The area code and personal phone number are usually 9 digits long.	Find your country’s international exit code. To place an international phone call, you will need to dial your country's exit code--the number that tells your phone service that you will be calling outside the country. If you were to place an international call from the United States, your exit code would be 011, while if calling from Argentina, you would dial 00 to call internationally. To find out what your country's exit code is, simply run a search on your favorite internet search engine. Type in a phrase like “[The name of your country] exit code.” Find out what the code is of the country you are trying to reach. In this case, the country is Japan. Japan's country code is 81. Find out what the area code is of the region in Japan you are trying to call. The area codes in Japan can range from one to five digits in length, depending on the area you are trying to reach. The area codes are as follows: Akita 18 Himeji 79 Matsudo 47 Takatsuki 72 Hirakata 72 Matsuyama 89 Tokorozawa 4 Hiroshima 82 Miyazaki 985 Tokyo 3 Ichikawa 47 Nagano 26 Toyama 76 Ichinomiya 586 Nagasaki 95 Toyohashi 532 Iwaki 246 Nagoya 52 Toyonaka 6 Kagoshima 99 Naha 98 Toyota 565 Kanazawa 76 Nara 742 Utsunomiya 28 Kashiwa 4 Niigata 25 Wakayama 73 Kasugai 568 Nishinomiya 798 Yokkaichi 59 Kawagoe 49 Oita 97 Yokohama 45 Kawaguchi 48 Okayama 86 Yokosuka 46 Kawasaki 44 Okazaki 564 Amagasaki 6 Kitakyushu 93 Osaka 6 Asahikawa 166 Kobe 78 Otsu 77 Chiba 43 Kochi 88 Sagamihara 42 Fujisawa 466 Kofu 55 Saitama 48 Fukuoka 92 Koriyama 24 Sakai 72 Fukuyama 84 Kumamoto 96 Sapporo 11 Funabashi 47 Koshigaya 48 Sendai 22 Gifu 58 Kurashiki 86 Shizuoka 54 Hachioji 42 Kyoto 75 Suita 6 Hamamatsu 53 Machida 42 Takamatsu 87 Higashiosaka 6 Maebashi 27 Takasaki 27 Himeji 79 Matsudo 47 Takatsuki 72 Hirakata 72 Matsuyama 89 Tokorozawa 4 Hiroshima 82 Miyazaki 985 Tokyo 3 Ichikawa 47 Nagano 26 Toyama 76 Ichinomiya 586 Nagasaki 95 Toyohashi 532 Iwaki 246 Nagoya 52 Toyonaka 6 Kagoshima 99 Naha 98 Toyota 565 Kanazawa 76 Nara 742 Utsunomiya 28 Kashiwa 4 Niigata 25 Wakayama 73 Kasugai 568 Nishinomiya 798 Yokkaichi 59 Kawagoe 49 Oita 97 Yokohama 45 Kawaguchi 48 Okayama 86 Yokosuka 46 Know what the local phone number you are trying to reach is. This is the number of the person, business, or cell phone that you are trying to reach. Phone numbers are generally nine digits long, including the area code. For example, if you were calling Fukuyama, the whole phone number would be (84)-XXX-XXXX. If you are trying to reach a cell phone in Japan, you would dial 90 after the country code and before the area code. For example, to call a cell phone in Fukuyama from the United States, you would dial 011-81-90-XXXX-XXXX. Know what time it is in Japan. It is important to remember that it is most likely not the same time in Japan as it is in the place you are making the call from. Japan's time zone is Japan Standard Time, which is nine hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time. Keep in mind that you may be charged for your international call even if no one picks up on the other end. This should serve as an incentive to make sure that you are calling the person you are trying to reach in Japan at a time that he or she will actually be awake. Place your call and dial the full international number. To demonstrate, let us say that you are trying to call your friend who lives Fukuyama, Japan and you live in San Francisco, CA, USA. You would dial: The United States exit code: 011 Then the country code for Japan: 81 Then the area code for Fukuyama: 84 Then the seven digit local phone number: XXX-XXXX The full number would be 011-81-84-XXX-XXXX. If someone answers by saying “もしもし” (Moshimoshi), congratulations! You have successfully called Japan.	Find your country’s international exit code. Find out what the code is of the country you are trying to reach. Find out what the area code is of the region in Japan you are trying to call. Know what the local phone number you are trying to reach is. Know what time it is in Japan. Place your call and dial the full international number. If someone answers by saying “もしもし” (Moshimoshi), congratulations!
https://www.wikihow.com/Stop-Teeth-Grinding-in-Cats	How to Stop Teeth Grinding in Cats	To stop your cat grinding its teeth, take it to a vet so they can figure out what's causing the grinding. Your vet will look for broken teeth, ulcers, or gingivitis, which might be causing your cat to grind its teeth, and treat it accordingly. At home, you should brush your cat's teeth every day to remove plaque and bacteria that cause dental diseases. You can also change its food to a commercial cat food that is designed to keep its teeth and gums healthy.	Take your cat in for a veterinary dental exam. If your cat is grinding its teeth, it most likely means that it is having some dental problems. This could be a loose or broken tooth, gum pain, ulcers, gingivitis, or a problem with its jaw. In response to the pain caused by these issues, a cat will often times grind its teeth. Your veterinarian will ask you about your cat's symptoms and then give the cat an exam. The veterinarian may need to do some tests, such as an x-ray or a blood test, to find the cause of the pain if no cause is immediately evident. Some of these tests may require your cat to be anesthetized, which means it will be put under so that the cat is still during the x-rays. Other tests, such as blood tests, do not require this. Get your cat a professional teeth cleaning. If your cat's teeth pain is caused by irritated gums or periodontal disease, the first step in treating it is usually a thorough cleaning. This will eliminate all of the bacteria that is fueling the issues and will give your cat a dental fresh start. You may need to go to a veterinary dentist specialist to get this treatment. Deep cleaning a cat's teeth requires the cat to be anesthetized. As such, it will usually require a separate appointment and will take about an hour. Some groomers, pet stores, and veterinarians offer "anesthesia free" teeth cleaning. This is just a surface cleaning, is not thorough, and does not clean under the gum line, where bacteria can really take hold. Have dental problems treated. If your veterinarian is able to diagnose the dental problem that is causing your cat to grind its teeth, have it treated as soon as you can. The grinding is sign that your cat is in pain, so correcting its dental problems is the best way to alleviate that pain. If your cat is in severe pain, your veterinarian may give it a pain killer to make it feel better. This is just a temporary solution until the actual problem can be fixed. In most cases, if there is a problem with one of your cat's teeth, the veterinary dentist will remove it surgically. If the problem is in the cat's jaw alignment, includes a tumor, or includes a bone fracture, that will require a more invasive surgery to treat. Rule out other causes. If all dental issues are ruled out, then teeth grinding may be caused by another illness. While this is rare, it is most often caused by dehydration, digestive problems, abdominal pain, or neurological issues. Your veterinarian will need to assess your cat's overall health and run tests to diagnose the problem. There are many possible causes for teeth grinding in cats. Once dental problems are ruled out, your veterinarian will probably need to start with some general blood tests. These will give the veterinarian a good place to start when looking for a non-dental cause. Get your cat an annual dental exam. In order to prevent many serious dental infections, have your cat's teeth looked at every year by a veterinarian. This will help to keep your cat's teeth in good condition and will hopefully allow you to catch any issues that are developing before they become serious and painful for the cat. During an annual exam the veterinarian will talk to you about what dental care you are giving the cat, as well as looking at the cats teeth closely. If the veterinarian decides that your cat needs a deep cleaning or x-rays, then that will be done during a follow up appointment. Brush your cat's teeth daily. If you are concerned about your cat's dental health, or your cat has a history of dental problems, it is worth your while to brush your cat's teeth daily. This is the single most important thing you can do for your cat's dental health between veterinary dental cleanings. This daily brushing removes excess food, plaque, and bacteria that can promote dental diseases, such as periodontal disease. You will need to acclimate your cat to teeth brushing. Begin by putting a small amount of cat tooth paste, which is not the same as human toothpaste, on your finger. Let your cat sniff it and lick it if it likes. Gradually transition in to rubbing the toothpaste on your cats teeth. Then, when the cat gets used to your finger in its mouth, then you can transition to a pet toothbrush. This process may take weeks, or months, to complete. Feed a diet that promotes healthy teeth and gums. There are several brands of commercial cat food that have been proven to improve a cats dental health. This is done during chewing the food, which removes plaque and tarter from the teeth. These foods either have a design that cleans the teeth or they have a chemical ingredient that removes tartar. However, be sure to pick a food that is balanced for your cat nutritionally, in addition to fighting dental disease. Ask your veterinarian if you need advice about what specific food to feed your cat. Additionally, there is an additive for your cat's water that can be prescribed by your vet that will fight plaque and gingivitis. However, this additive can make your cat's water taste strange, so make sure your cat will drink it without fuss.	Take your cat in for a veterinary dental exam. Get your cat a professional teeth cleaning. Have dental problems treated. Rule out other causes. Get your cat an annual dental exam. Brush your cat's teeth daily. Feed a diet that promotes healthy teeth and gums.
https://www.wikihow.com/Monitor-the-Stages-of-Labor-in-Dogs	How to Monitor the Stages of Labor in Dogs	To monitor the stages of labor in a dog, keep in mind that dogs generally give birth 63 days from the time of breeding, give or take 7 days. Around this time, monitor your dog for signs of early labor, like a loss of appetite, whining, and pacing, which can last for 24 hours. Once your dog goes into early labor, wait until you see contractions or notice your dog getting into a squatting or lying position, which is a sign that it's going into active labor. If your dog is in active labor for longer than 1 hour, contact a vet.	Ask your vet when your dog is due. The normal gestation period for a dog is approximately 63 days (give or take 7 days) from the time of breeding. You should take your dog to the vet twenty to thirty days after breeding to determine if the dog is pregnant. A veterinarian can determine if a dog is pregnant by feeling their abdomen, conducting an ultrasound, or running a blood test. Gestation periods differ slightly depending on the breed. For example, smaller breeds will often deliver after 63 days and larger breeds may deliver before 63 days. Ask your veterinarian to give you an approximate due date for your dog. Also get their on-call number so that you can contact the vet in case of an emergency during labor. Take the rectal temperature of the dog. Take your dog's temperature once a day starting about a week or two before the due date. This will allow you to learn the normal temperature of your dog. Typically, the normal body temperature for a dog is somewhere between 99 and 102.5 degrees. This will vary depending on the size of the dog. Labor will begin within 24 hours of a drop in temperature of one degree from the dog's normal reading. For example, the dog's temperature may drop from 99 degrees to 98 degrees. In order to take the dog's temperature, you can use an oral human thermometer. Simply lubricate the thermometer with vaseline and insert it into the dog's rectum. Make sure it is about an inch inside and leave it there for one minute to get a proper reading. Take the dog's temperature at the same time each day. Call the vet if the stages of labour do not progress. If the dog does not enter into active labour within 24 hours of their temperature dropping, then you should call your vet. This may be a sign of a complication and you may need professional medical assistance. Watch the dog’s eating habits. Prior to active labor, the dog may develop a change in eating habits. For example, on the day of whelping female dogs may not eat or they may eat and then later vomit. Although loss of appetite is fairly common, it does not happen to all dogs. Some dogs will continue to eat right up until active labor and delivery. A loss of appetite in the latter stages of pregnancy is likely a sign of stage one labor. Monitor restlessness in the dog. Dogs, in the early stages of labor, will also become quite restless and they may begin pacing, whining, and looking at their abdomen. This is very typical and essentially demonstrates their discomfort as they begin to experience irregular contractions. During the first stage of labor you will likely not be able to see the contractions, but the dog is preparing for delivery. This change in behavior is a clear sign that labor has begun. The first stage of labor can last for up to 24 hours. You can comfort your dog by saying soothing words and being present. Avoid being overly affectionate and touchy during this stage. The dog likely wants some space. Help create a nesting space. Your dog will also begin to nest during this stage of labor. They will look for a comfortable place to deliver their puppies. This is one of the few times when you should interfere with the delivery process. You can help your dog nest by building a whelping box for them. Add lots of blankets to the space in order to make it comfortable for the laboring dog. You can also add some of their favorite toys to encourage them to use the box. Introduce the whelping box a week prior to delivery so that the dog becomes comfortable with the space. Place the box in a quiet, warm, and traffic-free space in your home. Do this a couple of weeks ahead of the due date, so the mother dog becomes accustomed to it. By helping your dog with the nesting process you can control where the delivery will take place. For example, you may not want your dog to deliver on your bed! Watch for abdominal contractions. As the dog transitions from the first stage of labor to more active labor, you will begin to notice contractions. This stage is marked by the visible effort to expel the puppies. For instance, the female dog may get into a squatting or lying position in order to deliver the puppies. A normal delivery will begin after 10-60 minutes of active labour. If the dog does not deliver a puppy after 60 minutes there may be a complication and you should call the vet. Alternatively, if the mother is contracting forcefully and no puppy is born, you should call the vet. Make sure the mother cleans the pups after delivery. When a puppy is born it is encased in an amniotic sac. The mother should lick the puppy in order to break the sac and stimulate breathing. In some instances this may not happen and you will need to intervene. Using your fingers, break the sac and wipe away any fluids around the nose and mouth. Then rub the puppy's back with a towel to stimulate blood flow and breathing. Keep the puppy close to the mother even if you have to interfere. Only interfere if necessary because this is important bonding between the mother and puppy. Ensure the mother breaks each umbilical cord. Each puppy is tethered to the mother with an umbilical cord and this will need to be severed once the puppy is born. In a normal birth the mother will bite the cord and you will not need to interfere. If this does not happen, you will need to cut the umbilical cord. Tie a piece of dental floss tightly around the umbilical cord, about an inch from the puppy's body. Cut the cord and then clot any blood using clean gauze. Ensure the dog expels one placenta for every puppy. During the delivery of the puppies, the mother will also deliver the placenta or afterbirth. This is considered the third stage of delivery, but the placentas can be expelled sporadically throughout active delivery. There will be one placenta for each puppy that is birthed. Keep track of the placenta to ensure that all of them are removed. The mother may eat the placenta after it is delivered. Some people believe this is fine and healthy, but others prefer to remove the placenta from the whelping box. If the dog does not deliver the proper number of placentas take them to a veterinarian. Any unborn fetuses or afterbirth could result in serious health problems for the dog.	Ask your vet when your dog is due. Take the rectal temperature of the dog. Call the vet if the stages of labour do not progress. Watch the dog’s eating habits. Monitor restlessness in the dog. Help create a nesting space. Watch for abdominal contractions. Make sure the mother cleans the pups after delivery. Ensure the mother breaks each umbilical cord. Ensure the dog expels one placenta for every puppy.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Crumb-Topping	How to Make Crumb Topping	To make a sweet crumb topping, start by mixing flour, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl. Next, cut unsalted butter into small, even squares and combine it with the dry ingredients until lumps start to form. Then, spread the topping on a baking sheet and place it in an oven preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Finally, bake your sweet crumb topping for 15 minutes or until it's golden brown along the edges.	Leave your bread on the counter. Stale and slightly hardened bread is ideal for breadcrumbs. Cutting it into smaller pieces and leaving it in an open bowl will help dry it out. Add bread pieces to a food processor. Pulse the food processor until you have coarse crumbs. Don't pulse too long or you will have powder instead of crumbs. Heat the butter or olive oil in a skillet. Smash your cloves of garlic. Add them to the heated butter or oil. When the butter starts to bubble, turn off the burner. Allow the garlic to sit in the butter for three to five minutes. It will infuse the liquid. Remove the crushed garlic cloves with a slotted spoon. Sprinkle your breadcrumbs on the butter. Toss them with a wooden spoon. If you want cheesy bread topping, add grated parmesan cheese. Stir in chopped parsley and season with sea salt and pepper. Spread a layer of breadcrumbs over the top of your dish. You can also cook them on a baking sheet for 15 minutes on 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 Celsius). Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 Celsius) if you want to serve the crumb topping right away. If not, this topping can be frozen for later use or placed directly on top of a pie and cooked with it. Mix flour, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt and cinnamon in a bowl. Use a whisk to ensure the dry ingredients are well combined. Remove one and one-half sticks of unsalted butter from your refrigerator. Cut it into small, even squares. Add it to your bowl of dry ingredients. Combine the butter with the mixture until lumps start to form. Use your hands or a large wooden spoon. Spread the topping on a baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes. If you are storing it for later, divide it in half and freeze it in plastic freezer bags. Finished.	Leave your bread on the counter. Add bread pieces to a food processor. Heat the butter or olive oil in a skillet. Smash your cloves of garlic. Remove the crushed garlic cloves with a slotted spoon. Stir in chopped parsley and season with sea salt and pepper. Spread a layer of breadcrumbs over the top of your dish. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 Celsius) if you want to serve the crumb topping right away. Mix flour, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt and cinnamon in a bowl. Remove one and one-half sticks of unsalted butter from your refrigerator. Add it to your bowl of dry ingredients. Spread the topping on a baking sheet. Finished.
https://www.wikihow.com/Fix-Knock-Knees	How to Fix Knock Knees	To fix your knock knees, commit to low-impact exercises, such as biking, swimming, or walking, a few times a week, which will help strengthen your knees and leg muscles. You can also practice yoga poses which build knee strength, such as the Warrior and Triangle poses. In addition to regular exercise, consider investing in a good quality pair of running shoes or orthotic shoes, which will take a lot of strain off your knees and ankles, even when you're not exercising. You should also eat a range of colorful fruits and vegetables, like berries and dark, leafy greens, which are high in antioxidants and help to strengthen your bones. If you've recently developed knock knees or they cause you severe pain or discomfort, visit your doctor for an evaluation so they can help you work out a treatment plan.	Try low-impact exercises to strengthen your knees. When you have knock knees, it's important to stay fit and strengthen your leg muscles while minimizing the impact on your knees. Your doctor or physical therapist may recommend low-impact, joint friendly exercises such as biking, swimming, or walking. Additionally, talk to them about exercises that are specifically targeted to the knees but won't increase your risk of injury or arthritis , such as: Doing alphabets with your toes Standing kick-backs Wall squats Leg lifts Step-ups Work with a physical therapist who has experience treating knock knees. If you have knock knees as a teen or adult, they can increase your risk of developing knee pain, arthritis, and exercise-related injuries. Ask your doctor to recommend a physical therapist who can suggest safe and appropriate stretches and exercises to help strengthen your knees and prevent complications. Unfortunately, stretches and exercises alone can't correct the appearance of knock knees. However, they can help prevent injuries and keep your condition from getting worse. The kinds of exercises you should do will depend on factors like the severity of your knock knees, your age, your body type, and your overall health. Strengthen your knees with yoga. There are a variety of yoga poses and exercises you can try to build strength, flexibility, and stability in your knees. Yoga is particularly helpful for treating knee problems when combined with physical therapy. Look for a qualified yoga therapist who has experience treating knee problems, or ask your doctor of physical therapist to recommend someone. They can teach you how to do the poses and exercises correctly so that you do not further injure your knees. Some good knee-strengthening poses include the Warrior poses and the Triangle pose. Iyengar-style yoga may be particularly helpful for treating knee issues related to knock knees, such as osteoarthritis and knee pain. Do a search online for an Iyengar yoga instructor near you. Do a knee-friendly Pilates workout. You can also use Pilates to strengthen your knees, relieve tension, and improve the mobility of your knee joints. Find a Pilates instructor who can guide you through some good knee-strengthening exercises, or ask your doctor or physical therapist to recommend someone. You can also find guided Pilates routines online that are specifically designed to treat knee problems, like this one: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/nhs-fitness-studio/knee-problems-pilates-exercise-video/. Try the Feldenkrais method to improve joint stability and alignment. The Feldenkrais method involves working with a certified instructor to correct the way you stand, move, and use your body. Feldenkrais techniques may be helpful for improving your gait and the alignment and stability or your knees. Search online to find a Feldenkrais therapist near you, or ask your doctor or physical therapist to recommend one. Before working with a Feldenkrais practitioner, make sure that they are Guild Certified. You can find a directory of international Feldenkrais guilds and associations here: https://feldenkrais-method.org/en/iff/member-organizations/. Wear well-fitting running shoes to support your knees. Good running shoes can do a lot to take the strain off your knees and ankles, and you can benefit from them even if you aren't an athlete. Go to a store that sells athletic shoes and explain to the salesperson that you are looking for shoes that can help you with your knee problems. They can help you pick out a pair that's right for your specific needs. They will likely recommend running shoes that are designed to correct overpronation (the foot rolling inward when you run or walk). Discuss getting leg braces or orthotic shoes for extra support and gait correction. Your doctor or physical therapist may recommend special shoes or braces that can help correct the alignment of your feet and knees. These devices can also take some of the pressure of your knees, preventing your knock knees from getting worse. Ask your doctor or physical therapist what kinds of devices will work best for you. Many people with knock knees have one leg that's longer than the other. Orthotic shoes can help correct the difference, making it easier to walk and run without putting strain on your knees and feet. Additionally, orthotic shoes can prevent your feet from rolling inward as you walk. This is a common gait issue in people with knock knees. You may also benefit from a leg brace that supports the outside part of your knee joint. Eat a diet that supports your bone and joint health. In addition to exercising safely and appropriately, you can protect and support your knees by eating foods that strengthen your bones and the surrounding tissues. Talk to your doctor or a dietitian about what foods are best for the health of your knees. They may recommend: A range of colorful fruits and vegetables, especially antioxidant-rich choices like berries and dark, leafy greens. Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids , such as fish, seeds and nuts, and vegetable oils. Lean proteins, such as fish, poultry breast, and beans. Anti-inflammatory spices, such as turmeric and ginger. Foods rich in calcium and vitamin D, such as dairy products, eggs, fortified cereals, and canned fish with bones. Work on losing weight if your knock knees are related to obesity. Carrying extra body weight can put strain on your knees, making your knock knees worse. If you're concerned about your weight and how it might be affecting your legs, talk to your doctor, a physical therapist, or a registered dietitian. They can recommend weight loss strategies that are safe and healthy for you. Your doctor will likely recommend a combination of diet modification and increased exercise to help you safely manage your weight. See your doctor for an evaluation if your knock knees are new or severe. If you've recently developed knock knees as a teen or an adult, it's important to see a doctor to figure out what's going on. They can examine you and determine if there's an underlying medical cause, such as arthritis in your knees, a vitamin deficiency, or an injury to the knees. You should also see your doctor if your knock knees are getting worse, causing you pain or making it hard to walk, or are extreme (e.g., if there is a gap of over 3 inches (7.6 cm) between your ankles when your knees are together). Your doctor may do blood tests or take X-rays to try to identify any underlying conditions or complications associated with your knock knees. Depending on the cause and severity of your knock knees, they may refer you to an orthopedic specialist (a doctor who specializes in bone and joint problems). Take medications or supplements if your doctor recommends it. If your knock knees are associated with an underlying medical problem, such as a vitamin D deficiency or rickets , your doctor may recommend taking supplements or medications to treat your condition. Let them know if you are already taking any medicines or supplements or if you have any other health concerns so that they know what they can safely prescribe. For example, if your knock knees are caused by rickets, they may prescribe supplements containing vitamin D and calcium. If your knock knees are associated with osteoarthritis, your doctor may recommend anti-inflammatory medications or joint-supporting dietary supplements, such as glucosamine and chondroitin. Look into surgery to correct severe knock knees. If you have severe knock knees that are causing you pain or making it difficult for you to walk, corrective surgery may be a good option for you. Osteotomy is the most common type of surgery to correct knock knees in older teens and adults. This procedure involves cutting out part of one of the leg bones surrounding the knee and adjusting the bone to permanently correct the alignment of the joint. Ask your doctor to refer you to an orthopedic surgeon if they recommend an osteotomy. If your knock knees are caused by or associated with severe arthritis, your doctor may recommend a knee replacement surgery. Surgical treatments for knock knees are typically very successful in correcting the problem. Take a wait-and-see approach for children under 7. It's very common for young children to develop knock knees as the muscles in their legs develop. The condition typically first appears in children between the ages of 2 and 5, and most often goes away by the time the child is 7. While it's a good idea to talk to your child's doctor if they develop knock knees at this age, they likely won't need any treatment. If your child develops knock knees before the age of 2, talk to their pediatrician. Ask a doctor to evaluate your child if the condition hasn’t improved by age 7. If your child's knock knees haven't resolved on their own by the time they're 7, make an appointment with their pediatrician to find out if there's an underlying issue. They will likely do a physical exam, and may also recommend other diagnostic tests, such as X-rays or blood tests. You should also make an appointment with a doctor if your child develops knock knees after age 7 or if their knock knees are causing problems, such as pain, difficulty walking, or self-esteem issues. Treat any underlying conditions that might be causing the problem. Common causes of knock knees in children include vitamin deficiencies (such as rickets) and knee injuries. If your child's doctor is able to identify and treat an underlying cause for your child's persistent knock knees, they may be able to treat the issue and help the problem correct itself. Depending on what's causing the knock knees, your doctor may recommend medications or supplements for your child. Find a physical therapist to help your child work on strength and gait issues. If your child's knock knees are causing pain or affecting the way they walk, physical therapy can be helpful. Ask your pediatrician to recommend a physical therapist who has experience working with children with knock knees. Physical therapy will be particularly important if your child needs surgical correction for their knock knees. Their therapist can recommend exercises to restore strength and range of motion after the surgery. Get special braces or shoes for your child if your doctor recommends them. If your child's knock knees don't correct themselves by the time they're 7, orthotic devices can be very helpful. Your child's pediatrician or physical therapist may recommend a special shoe or shoe insert to help correct your child's gait. They might also prescribe a night brace—a leg brace that your child wears at night to help straighten and realign the knee. Ask your child's doctor, physical therapist, or orthopedic specialist to show you how to put your child's shoes or braces on correctly. Look into guided growth surgery if other approaches don’t work. While surgery is not usually necessary to treat knock knees in kids, your doctor may recommend it if your child's knock knees are severe or don't respond to other treatments. The most common surgical treatment for children is called “guided growth surgery.” Ask your doctor if this procedure is right for your child. Guided growth surgery is typically performed around the time of puberty (between the ages of 11 and 13 for most children). This procedure involves implanting a metal device on the inner side of the knee joint to correct the alignment of the knee as it grows. After knee surgery, your child may need to use a crutch or walker for several weeks. They can usually return to all their regular activities after 6 months.	Try low-impact exercises to strengthen your knees. Work with a physical therapist who has experience treating knock knees. Strengthen your knees with yoga. Do a knee-friendly Pilates workout. Try the Feldenkrais method to improve joint stability and alignment. Wear well-fitting running shoes to support your knees. Discuss getting leg braces or orthotic shoes for extra support and gait correction. Eat a diet that supports your bone and joint health. Work on losing weight if your knock knees are related to obesity. See your doctor for an evaluation if your knock knees are new or severe. Take medications or supplements if your doctor recommends it. Look into surgery to correct severe knock knees. Take a wait-and-see approach for children under 7. Ask a doctor to evaluate your child if the condition hasn’t improved by age 7. Treat any underlying conditions that might be causing the problem. Find a physical therapist to help your child work on strength and gait issues. Get special braces or shoes for your child if your doctor recommends them. Look into guided growth surgery if other approaches don’t work.
https://www.wikihow.tech/Search-Your-YouTube-History	How to Search Your YouTube History	Mobile: 1. Open YouTube. 2. Tap Library. 3. Tap History. 4. Search by keyword. Desktop: 1. Open YouTube. 2. Open the menu. 3. Click History. 5. Search by keyword.	Open YouTube. It's the icon with a red rectangle containing a white triangle. You'll usually find it on the home screen or in the app drawer (on an Android). Tap Library. It's at the bottom-right corner of the screen. Tap History. It's near the top of the list. A list of videos you've watched will appear. If you don't see any videos and instead see a button that says TURN ON , this means YouTube hasn't been keeping track of your viewed videos. Tap TURN ON to turn this feature on now. Type a search term into the search box and tap the Search key. A list of videos that match your search term will appear. Go to YouTube in a web browser. If you haven't yet signed into your account, click SIGN IN at the top-right corner of the page to do so now. Click the ≡ menu. It's at the top-left corner of the page. A menu will expand. Click History. It's in the menu on the left side of the screen under the ″LIBRARY″ header. This opens your YouTube viewing history. If you don't see any videos, you'll need to enable Watch History. To do so, click TURN ON WATCH HISTORY near the bottom of the right column. Type a search term into the search box and press ↵ Enter or ⏎ Return. The box is at the top of the column that runs along the right side of the page. A list of videos you've watched that match your search term will appear.	Open YouTube. Tap Library. Tap History. Type a search term into the search box and tap the Search key. Go to YouTube in a web browser. Click the ≡ menu. Click History. Type a search term into the search box and press ↵ Enter or ⏎ Return.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Boobs-Bigger	How to Make Boobs Bigger	To make your boobs look bigger, stand up straight with your shoulders back and your arms at your sides. Additionally, wear fitted tops or shirts with darts that cinch in your waist to make your chest look larger. You can also wear tops with detailing, like ruffles, to pad your chest and draw attention to it. If you still want to increase the size of your breasts, insert “cutlets” or “cookies,” which are silicone implants you place inside of your bra, in strategic spots for specific effects. For example, put the inserts on the outside of each breast for deeper cleavage, or place them under your boobs for a lift. Alternatively, buy a padded bra or sculpted shapewear to easily increase the appearance of your breasts.	Stand up straight. Holding yourself in an erect posture can help make your boobs bigger. Stand up straight with your shoulders back and your arms at your sides. Wear padded bras or sculpted shapewear. Many companies now offer padded bras or sculpted shapewear that can make the size of your breasts appear larger, while also keeping your boobs feeling and looking natural. Buy and wear either padded bras or more structured shapewear like a corset to enhance the size of your breasts. Get fitted for the right size bra by a professional. You can ask clerks in lingerie or department stores to fit you and suggest the best size bra for you. Purchase a bra or shapewear with underwire to help further boost your bust. Consider the different clothing that you want to wear the padded bras and shapewear under. Buy several different options for items such as low-cut tops or sweaters, dresses, or t-shirts. Look at your boobs in the bra. The cups should be full but not spilling over the front or out the sides. Insert “cutlets” or “cookies”. Cookies and cutlets are silicone implants you place inside your bra to make your boobs look even bigger. Insert a pair of cutlets or cookies at a strategic place in your bra to achieve the specific boob enhancing effect. For example: Put the cookie on the outside of each breast for deeper cleavage Put the cutlet under your boob to give heavier boobs more lift Tape the cookie so that it touches just above your nipple, while still covering it, to make your boobs look perky and youthful. Double-up with cutlets and a padded bra for maximum boost. Put on fitted or detailed tops. The type of top you wear can make a big difference in how your boobs look. Wearing fitted tops or ones with details can make your chest look bigger and more curvaceous. Buy tops that are fitted or have darts that cinch in your waist. Wear tops with detailing that can enhance the size of your boobs like ruffles. Wear a belt to cinch in your waist, which can make your boobs look bigger. Apply cosmetics. Shadows and highlights can often help make your boobs look bigger. Apply highlighters or bronzers to strategic parts of your boobs to enhance their appearance. Dab a bit of highlighter on the upper area of your breast. Make sure to blend it in so that it isn't obvious and reflects the light to make your boobs look bigger. Use a bronzer either between your breasts or to outline them to make them appear larger. Gain weight. Breasts are made up of three kinds of tissue that includes fat. Putting on some weight may increase the size of your breasts, though it may also increase your size overall, too. Eat healthy fats such as avocados and lean meats such as chicken to help yourself gain weight. Avoid eating junk food, which may make you feel sluggish and unhealthy. Build your chest muscles. Do some strength training exercises that can help boost your chest. They won't necessarily make your boobs bigger, but they can you're your chest area firmer and appear more perky. Aim to do up to four sets of 8 repetitions of the following exercises: Push ups Chest presses Dumbbell rows Rear lateral raises. Be aware of supplements. There are a lot of different supplements and creams on the market that claim to make boobs bigger. However, there is little evidence that they work and they may have considerable side effects. Watch out for serious drug interactions with medications such as blood thinners if you decide to try supplements. Look for natural breast enhancement supplements that contain different herbs including saw palmetto and wild yam. In some cases, supplement packaging may also discuss the benefits of phytoestrogens in these herbs on breast size. Currently, there is no medical evidence that shows phytoestrogens can make your boobs bigger. Check for other herbs such as pueraria mirifica, blessed thistle, fenugreek seed, fennel seed, and dong qual. Stimulate your hormones. Medications and pregnancy can stimulate hormones that may make your breasts larger. However, you should avoid getting pregnant or using medication just to make your boobs bigger. Some medications that may enhance the size of your chest include: Estrogen from hormone therapy Birth control pills Antidepressants such as Prozac or Sarafem (fluoxetine). Schedule a medical consultation. Before you commit to undergoing any type of surgery to make your boobs bigger, speak to your doctor or a plastic surgeon. She can inform you of the risks and benefits of surgical procedures. Tell your doctor your goals for the surgery to help you develop realistic expectations for the procedure. Ask questions you have about the surgery, risks, complications, and after-care. Answer any questions the doctor has for you about your expectations and medical history. Discover about your surgical options. There are a couple of different types of surgical augmentation for boobs. Learning about them can help you and your doctor make the right decision for you. You can have the following types of breast augmentation: Silicone implants, which are pre-filled and placed under the breast tissue and mimic the feel of human fat. Silicone implants are available to any woman over the age of 22 and any woman of any age for breast reconstruction. Saline implants, which are also placed under the breast tissue but are not pre-filled. Once in place, they're filled with sterile salt water. Saline implants are available to any woman over 18 and anyone for breast reconstruction. Fat grafting, which takes fat from another part of the body such as the thigh, and then injected into your breasts. It can take 4-6 sessions to achieve the results you want with fat grafting. Learn about the risks. No surgery is risk-free, and breast augmentation can come with significant risk. Learning about these risks can help you decide if surgery is the right decision for you. Some of the risks include: Development of scar tissue that can distort the shape of your implant and breast Pain Infection Changes in sensation to the nipples and breasts Leakage or rupture of the implant. Reabsorption of injected fat cells and loss of breast volume over time Stimulation of dormant breast cancer cells by injecting fat cells Necrosis, or dying, of some of the breast tissue. Decide on the surgery. After speaking to your doctor and learning about the risks, make a decision about having surgery. Read any documentation related to the surgery and consider other factors related to surgery before making your final decision. Think about: Sagging, which breast implants won't prevent Durability, because breast implants can't last a lifetime Complicated mammograms or routine MRIs because of implants Potential inability to breast-free Cost, because most insurance won't cover augmentation unless it's medically necessary. The average cost is $3,708. Undergo surgery and follow-up care. If you've decided to have breast augmentation surgery, schedule the procedure for a convenient time. Make sure to get any pre-surgical testing and follow post-op instructions. Get a mammogram before the surgery if your doctor suggests it. Stop smoking before the surgery. Your doctor will let you know how long you should avoid smoking. Avoid medications before surgery that can increase bleeding, such as aspirin. Arrange for someone to drive you home from the hospital. Ask questions about post-op care if necessary and schedule follow-up visits with your doctor. Make sure to follow any instructions your doctor gives your for caring for your implants.	Stand up straight. Wear padded bras or sculpted shapewear. Insert “cutlets” or “cookies”. Put on fitted or detailed tops. Apply cosmetics. Gain weight. Build your chest muscles. Be aware of supplements. Stimulate your hormones. Schedule a medical consultation. Discover about your surgical options. Learn about the risks. Decide on the surgery. Undergo surgery and follow-up care.
https://www.wikihow.com/Save-Money-as-a-Kid	How to Save Money as a Kid	If you're a kid and you want to save money, start by setting a specific goal for how much you want to spend. Then, make a chart where you can keep track of how close you are to your goal, and keep your money somewhere safe, like a piggy bank in your closet. Any time you earn or receive any money, set some aside and put it with the rest of your savings as soon as possible. This will help you be less tempted to spend it on something frivolous.	Set a specific goal for how much you want to spend. Saving your money will be a lot easier if you have a particular amount in mind. Are you saving up for something? Setting a goal will help you stay motivated, especially as you get closer to reaching that goal! For example, if you want to buy a bike, your goal might be enough money to buy the bike, plus the price of a helmet and any other safety gear you need. Even if your goal is just to save as much money as you can, you can still set milestone goals. For instance, you might set a goal that you'll reward yourself with ice cream every time you save $100. If you're saving for a specific item, don't forget to account for the cost of sales tax, which is an extra charge added on to the price of almost anything you buy. Ask your parents how much sales tax is charged in your area. Keep your money somewhere safe, like a piggy bank in your closet. If you want to save money, you need to put it somewhere where it can't be lost or stolen. It's also a good idea to keep it somewhere out of sight, since you won't be as tempted to spend it if you aren't constantly looking at it! Don't keep all of your money in your wallet, since it's too easy to accidentally lose track of it while you're out somewhere. Instead, put your money into a piggy bank, an envelope, or even a shoebox, and keep it in a secure spot, like your closet or your dresser. Put your money in the same place every time so you don't forget where you're keeping it! Don't tell people where you keep your money or how much you have saved, unless it's someone you really trust, like your parents. That way, no one will be tempted to help themselves to your hard work's payment! Make a chart to keep track of how much you have saved. Once you set your goal, draw a long rectangle with $0 at one end and your savings goal at the other. Mark lines along the chart that represent $5 or $10. Every time you add money to your savings, color in the rectangle or use stickers to show how close you are to reaching your goal! Try putting the chart on your wall or desk where you'll see it often. This will help you stay motivated to keep saving! You can even decorate your chart with pictures of what you're saving for! If you're saving for a new bike, for instance, draw or paste a picture of a bike onto your chart to help keep you focused on what you really want. If you have a smartphone or a tablet, you can even download a savings app like iPiggiBank or PiggyBot to help you keep track of your savings! Put money in separate containers if you're saving for more than one thing. If you have more than one savings goal, like you want to put a little money aside for a video game, but you also want to save money for a trip to Magic Mountain, try dividing your savings up. For instance, you could use a smaller jar for the video game and a larger container for your trip. In this case, if you get $15 to put in your savings, you might put $5 in the smaller jar toward the video game you want, and $10 in the bigger jar for your trip! You can even have a third jar or envelope for money that you can spend whenever you want to! Put your money up right away so you'll be less tempted to spend it. Whenever you get money, whether it's allowance, money you earned, or a special gift, you should put it into your savings as soon as possible. That way, you'll be less inclined to think of it as being available to spend, and you'll be less likely to just buy something impulsively. If you know ahead of time that you're going to get money, plan how much is going into savings before you ever see any cash. Then when you do see the money, you'll just see how much closer you are to your goal! You don't have to put all of your money in savings. If you're trying to reach your goal very quickly, you might decide to only keep out about 10-20% for spending money. (In that case, if you get $20, you might keep $2-$4 for yourself and put the rest in savings.) If you're focused more on saving long-term, you might decide that 50% of whatever you make will go into your savings, and the other 50% will be for you to spend however you want. Ask yourself if you really want something before you buy it. When you're trying to save money, remember that every penny counts. Any time you're about to spend money, take a second to think about whether what you're buying is more important to you than what you're saving money for. If you think about your savings goal every time you're about to spend money, you might realize that you don't need to spend as much money as you normally do. This will help you save much faster! Find free things to do for fun. Having fun doesn't have to cost a lot of money, especially when you're a kid! Instead of going to the movies or paying to get into a skating rink, try going to the park and playing flag football with your friends, or go on a scavenger hunt in your neighborhood! For other fun free things to do, you could try going to the library, playing games online, or drawing a picture! Bring snacks and drinks from home instead of buying them out. Buying snacks and sodas might be fun at the time, but that feeling only lasts for a minute. It might not seem like a lot of money, but buying snacks can really add up over time. Instead of buying snacks from a convenience store or concession stand, try bringing drinks and snacks from home when you go somewhere, so you won't have to spend any money if you get hungry or thirsty. Instead of buying a can of soda for $1.50, for example, you could bring a refillable water bottle with you wherever you go, and fill it up whenever you see a water fountain. Tell someone else that you're trying to save money. This is called "accountability," and it works because then you have someone else who can help you stay on track. If you feel tempted to save money, they can help remind you about your goal. If you tell your parents that you're trying to save money, they might be more inclined to pay you to do extra chores or odd jobs around the house. If you tell your best friend, they might remind you that you'd rather have the shoes you've been saving for than a candy bar after school. Don't take much money with you when you go places. Saving money doesn't necessarily mean that you can't ever spend it. However, to keep from spending more money than you intended to, set aside a portion of your money that you can use for spending cash, and only take a little with you if you're going somewhere. For example, if you're going to the movies with a group, bring enough money for your ticket and, if you want, a few extra dollars for spending money. If you have any change left over, though, bring it home and put it with the rest of your savings! Ask your parents for an allowance. It can be really hard to earn money when you're a kid, especially before you're old enough to have a job. If you don't already get an allowance, this might be a good time to ask your parents if they can start giving you one. Even if they only give a few dollars a week, it will add up if you're putting it into savings! Find a time when your parents aren't busy, and ask them if you can talk to them. Then, say something like, "I've been doing my chores and trying hard in school, and I was wondering if I could start getting an allowance." If your parents can't give you an allowance, try to be understanding. If you're mature about it, they might be more inclined to give you money for odd jobs when they do have a little extra on hand. Negotiate for your parents to pay you for extra chores. If you notice that there are things to be done around your home, try asking your parents if they'll pay you to do them. This will show them that you're really serious about trying to find ways to earn money, and it will also help get things tidied up! For instance, you can offer to rake leaves for $10 if you notice that a lot have collected in your yard, or you can ask your parents if they'll give you $5 if you clean out the refrigerator. Try to keep your prices reasonable to increase the chances that your parents will say yes. Also, try very hard to do a good job. If your parents have to clean up behind you, they'll probably say no next time. If you have siblings, offer to do their chores for them in exchange for money! Help your neighbors with odd jobs if they need it. In addition to asking your parents about odd jobs you can do, you could also reach out to your neighbors. This might include doing yard work for them, shoveling their driveway if it snows, washing their car if it's dirty, or helping them clean their house. It's important to be safe! Only talk to your neighbors if they're someone you already know, and never go inside someone else's house unless your parents know where you're going. Start a business like a lemonade stand if you like selling things. Selling lemonade, candy, or baked goods can all be good options for businesses when you're a kid. Have your parents take you to the store so you can buy the supplies you need. Then, set up a table near the edge of your yard and sell your items at a profit. If you want to sell candy, buy it at a discount store, then sell it for more than you paid. If you try to set up your stand near another business or on someone else's property, you'll need to get permission from the owner first. Make and sell your own crafts if you're creative. If you know how to sew, crochet, paint, or build things, you can turn those skills into cash! You can either take your items to a craft fair or you can try listing them on an online craft site like Etsy or Craftsy. If you're selling online, you may need to get your parents' help setting up your site, since you'll probably need to have a bank account where your payments can be deposited. Babysit if you like kids and you're very responsible. Babysitting is another popular way for kids to make money. If you like being around kids, you're responsible, and you're old enough to stay at home by yourself, you could babysit smaller kids for a few hours at a time so their parents can go on a date or run errands. It's best to start out by only watching 1 kid at a time until you get a little experience. That way, you'll be less likely to get overwhelmed. A common rate for babysitting is $10 an hour, letting the parent(s) know that you're flexible will raise your chances, opposed to demanding only one price. Before you babysit for someone for the first time, get to their house a little early so you can talk to the parents about the rules and whether there's anything special you should know. Walk dogs or pet sit if you like animals. You may be able to turn your passion for pets into a little extra money for your savings! Ask your neighbors, family, and friends if they need any help dog-walking. Also, if someone you know is going out of town, you could earn money by watching their pet for them. Before you walk a dog, make sure that the dog isn't too strong for you. If you can't control the dog, it could get away from you if it gets excited while you're walking it. Sometimes pet-sitting will involve keeping the animal at your house, but for some animals, you might just need to go to the house once or twice a day to make sure they have food and water and their space is clean. The pet owner will give you specific instructions.	Set a specific goal for how much you want to spend. Keep your money somewhere safe, like a piggy bank in your closet. Make a chart to keep track of how much you have saved. Put money in separate containers if you're saving for more than one thing. Put your money up right away so you'll be less tempted to spend it. Ask yourself if you really want something before you buy it. Find free things to do for fun. Bring snacks and drinks from home instead of buying them out. Tell someone else that you're trying to save money. Don't take much money with you when you go places. Ask your parents for an allowance. Negotiate for your parents to pay you for extra chores. Help your neighbors with odd jobs if they need it. Start a business like a lemonade stand if you like selling things. Make and sell your own crafts if you're creative. Babysit if you like kids and you're very responsible. Walk dogs or pet sit if you like animals.
https://www.wikihow.com/Wrap-a-Dog%27s-Tail	How to Wrap a Dog's Tail	To wrap a dog's tail, start by cleaning the wounded area and applying some antibiotic ointment over the entire wound. Then, cut a piece of gauze that's large enough to cover the wound and wrap it around the wound, securing it with a narrow piece of adhesive medical tape. Next, wrap a piece of cotton around the wounded area to help prevent further injury and secure it in place with 3 pieces of tape that run lengthwise down your dog's tail. Finally, wrap a few more pieces of tape around your dog's tail to hold everything in place.	Assess the tail. Before you wrap your dog's tail, look it over to make sure it actually needs a wrap. "Happy tail" will result in obvious blood loss from your dog's tail and you should be able to see where the site of the wound is. Try to contact your veterinarian. They will be able to wrap the tail and check for any other damage. If you are unable to contact your veterinarian, you may have to wrap your dog's tail yourself. Wrapping a dog's tail can help it to heal faster and prevent further injury. Learn the overview of wrapping your dogs tail. The wrap will be done in three basic stages, applying ointment and gauze, wrapping in cotton for padding, and then taping the bandage to secure everything in place. Ointment goes directly on the wounded area. Clean the area first and then make sure you cover the entire injury with ointment. Gauze and cotton should cover the injury as well. These layers help add protection and keep the ointment where it needs to be. Tape will be applied in two ways. First, apply the tape lengthwise, down the dogs tail and over the gauze and cotton. Then apply rings around those first pieces of tape, starting at the tip and working down the tail. Gather the necessary materials. You will need a few key items to properly wrap your dog's tail. Getting items together before you begin will allow you to work faster when you apply the bandage and minimize discomfort for your dog. Adhesive medical tape with a width of about one inch. Antibiotic ointment (Mycitracin/lidocaine). Cotton. Larger pieces of cotton will be easier to work with. One non-stick gauze pad. Cut the adhesive tape into smaller pieces. You will want to pre-cut the tape in order to allow you to work quickly. The size of your dog's tail injury will vary, so you may need more or less tape to wrap the tail. However, you can cut about ten strips of the adhesive tape to the following sizes: Two long pieces (eight inches) Six short pieces (four inches) Two half pieces (four inches in length, one half inch in width) Place the ointment. The ointment will help to prevent infection as well as promote healing. Ointment will need to be reapplied every time you change the bandage. Put ointment on the wound. Make sure you use enough to cover the injured area. You may also want to put some ointment on the gauze bandage as well to ensure that it will come in contact with the wound. Cut and place a piece of the gauze bandage. Take the gauze bandage and cut out a piece that will be big enough to cover the size of the wound. Gently wrap the bandage around the wound and secure it with the narrow pieces of tape. Don't tape or wrap anything too tightly. Try wrapping the tape down the tail in a spiral. You can also try wrapping the adhesive tape around the tail, at each end of the bandage. Make sure the gauze covers the wound fully. Add the cotton. Take the cotton and place it around the wounded area of the tail. Make sure there is enough cotton to fully cover the area and provide enough padding to keep it from further injury. If you have a large piece of cotton, try wrapping it around the tail just like you would a bandage. Wrap the cotton around the tail entirely at the site of the injury. The cotton should fully cover the gauze and provide padding to the injured area. Carefully compress the cotton, making it conform to the shape of the tail. Be careful not to compress the cotton too forcefully as you may cause further injury to the tail. Finish taping the tail. After you have the gauze bandage and cotton in place, you can start to tape them to the tail. The tape you are now adding will form the outside of the bandage as well as help to securely hold the gauze pad in place. These next pieces of tape will run lengthwise, down the dogs tail. Place an eight inch piece of tape lengthwise, parallel to the tail, over the cotton. The tape will start and end on the dog's fur. Place a six inch piece of tape slightly askew of the first eight inch piece. It should start and end in the same places; however, it will be angled off to the right somewhat, covering the first piece only slightly. Add another six inch piece of tape in the same way, expect this time angle it to the left. You should have three pieces of tape now, covering the wound, lengthwise down the dog's tail. They should start and end in the fur, just past the ends of the gauze bandage. Add more tape. Now that you have the bandage anchored to the tail, it's time to add even more stability and protection. These next few pieces of tape will encircle the tail in rings, similar to the way a mummy is wrapped. Add the last few pieces of tape in the following way: Put a piece of tape around the first three pieces and your dog's tail. Start towards the tip of your dog's tail and work down. Add the next piece of tape, just below this one. It should go all the way around the dog's tail and cover the bandages and tape already affixed. Keep adding tape in this way until you have covered the length of the bandage. Make the last piece of tape overlaps the bandage, sticking to the fur of your dog's tail. Finish the bandage. Once you have covered the bandage with tape, you are almost done. These last few actions will fully affix the bandage to the tail and keep it secure. Pull a few bunches of hair out from underneath the last tape wrap. Place these bunches of hair flat against the surface of the bandage. Wrap one final piece of tape around these bunches of hair and the tail. Visit your vet. After you have applied the first bandage, you should visit your veterinarian as soon as you can. You will want to check to see the extent of the damage and how best to treat it. There may be broken bones in the tail that need advanced treatment. Your vet may prescribe certain ointments or have alternative techniques for you to follow. The dog may need stitches if the bleeding too profuse. Change the bandage as needed. The bandage will need changing as it will either become soiled, wet, fall off, or be destroyed by the dog chewing it. Apply new bandages as you did before to keep the wound healing, protected, and safe from infection or further damage. Do not leave the bandage in place for more than a day. Wet bandages will trap infections. Most tail problems will heal in two weeks Visit your veterinarian if the wound doesn't seem to be healing. Keep things calm. Happy tail results from your dog either wagging his tail so hard that it bleeds or hitting his tail on a hard surface. If you are able to lower the level of excitement in your dog, you will lower the chances of continued injury to your dog's tail. If your dog gets overly excited when you return home, ignore them, until you get to a larger room that he can wag his tail in without worry of them striking a hard surface. If your dog gets excited about going on a walk, prepare for the walk in a larger room, giving them more space and avoiding any injury to his tail. Try to act calmly around your dog as this can result in calm behavior from them as well. Try using the “sit” command. By having your dog sit, it will reduce the amount of force that he can wag his tail with. Remove the bandage. If the bandage needs to be on for more than a day, you will have to remove and change the bandage. Leaving a bandage on will increase the chances of infection and won't allow the tail to heal as well as it could. Remove the old bandage by using the following methods: For any areas of the bandage where the fur is stuck to the adhesive, try soaking them in vegetable or olive oil for a few minutes. These oils will help break down the adhesive and allow for easy removal. If your dogs wound is healed, you can also try using shampoo to remove the adhesive and painlessly take the bandage off. For small amounts of fur that are stuck to the bandage, you may simply cut the fur away with a pair of scissors. Exercise caution when cutting the bandage away as it is easy to accidentally cut the dogs tail. If you are not confident doing this, you could take your dog to the groomer. Pulling the bandage off will also pull your dogs hair out and cause it pain. Avoid this method of removal as your dog will come to fear bandages. Do not use any harsh chemicals such as nail polish or rubbing alcohol as these can be harmful to your dog.	Assess the tail. Learn the overview of wrapping your dogs tail. Gather the necessary materials. Cut the adhesive tape into smaller pieces. Place the ointment. Cut and place a piece of the gauze bandage. Add the cotton. Finish taping the tail. Add more tape. Finish the bandage. Visit your vet. Change the bandage as needed. Keep things calm. Remove the bandage.
https://www.wikihow.com/Replace-a-Ceiling-Fan	How to Replace a Ceiling Fan	If you've already removed your old ceiling fan and are ready to replace it, start by pulling the wires from the brace through the bracket and clipping the bracket into place on the bolts. Next, feed the wires from the fan through the canopy and downrod before screwing the downrod in position. Once the downrod is secure, lift your fan up to the bracket and slide the ball at the top into place. Finally, trim the green, white, and black wires so they're 6 inches longer than the downrod , then connect them to the copper wires using wire nuts.	Check if you need a permit. Some cities require permits when you are changing out ceiling fans. Others just require them if you're moving from a light to a ceiling fan. It's best to check ahead of time to see if you need to get a permit. Contact your city permit office for more information. You may also be able to look the information up online. Flip the power off at the breaker box. You don't want to work on live wires, and just turning it off at the switch isn't enough to keep you safe. Find the room on the breaker box. Flip the switch so there is no power going to that room. Always flip the power switch to the fan to make sure the power has actually been turned off. Take down the canopy covering the wiring. The canopy is the part up near the ceiling that is over the wires. Usually, you'll need to unscrew a few screws to take off the canopy. Some may twist off, though. It just depends on your fan. If you can't figure it out, try looking up the fan on the internet for help. The screws will likely be near the ceiling. You may need to slide the canopy over a notch on one screw to pull it down. Voltage check the wires. Just to be on the safe side, you should check the wires one more time to see if they have power. To check them, you'll need a non-contact voltage tester. All you do is place the voltage tester up near the wires, and it will indicate whether the wires are hot or not. Check each wire separately. Read the directions for your particular tester to see what indicators it uses. Some use a green light if there's no power and a red light if there is power. Others will chirp as they get near hot wires. It's a good idea to test your voltage tester on an outlet first. You can stick in the hot side (small side) of an outlet to test if it's working. Keep in mind, these readers only work on plastic-insulated wires, not metal-insulated wires. Pull the caps off. You'll need to twist the caps a bit to pull them off. Start with the black wires first, then do the white. Finish up with the bare/green wires. Pull the wires apart. As you take off each cap, you should notice two wires that have been twisted together. Often, they'll spring apart as you untwist the cap, but you may need to pull them apart yourself. One wire is from the fan, and one is from the ceiling, which is why they need to come apart for you to pull the fan down. Take the fan down. Now, you'll need to move the fan off the mounting bracket. Often, the fan will have a ball or something similar that just slides off the bracket, though you may need to jiggle it a bit. It can help to have someone support the fan as you pull it off its bracket and slide it free. Remove the bracket. Your new ceiling fan will have its own bracket that fits that fan perfectly, so you need to take down the old bracket. However, leave the mount that attaches to the ceiling in place. The bracket fits over the mount. Check the wires and box. Now is a good time to check if the wires look frayed. You can also check the mount/brace above the bracket to make sure it is secure. It shouldn't wiggle around, and it should be screwed into the ceiling. Also, look at where the wires come out. It should have a plastic connector around the hole, so that the wires are up against the edge of the mount (because the mount is metal). If you have a problem with any of the above, you may need to replace the mount or the wiring. If that's the case, you'll likely want to call in a professional. Glue on the decorative medallion. You won't have to do this step with all fans, so make sure yours comes with this part. Apply (urethane) glue to the back of the medallion. Pull the wires on the ceiling through the center. Once the medallion is centered, push it onto the ceiling until it sticks. To hold it in place, use four 6D finishing nails, and cover the ends with spackle or caulk. Install the bracket. The bracket holds the fan in place, and it's hidden by the fan's structure. Pull the wires from the brace through the middle of the bracket. Line up the bracket with the mounting bolts in the brace above. You'll either clip or slide the bracket into place over the bolts. Make sure you read the instructions for your particular fan. In some cases, you may need to use screws to secure the bracket. Work on threading the wires through the fan. On the floor, find the wires coming off of the fan's motor. Feed them through the canopy that will cover the wires eventually. Then, feed them through the downrod. Screw the downrod in place. The downrod will likely screw into the top of the fan. You may need to tighten a locking screw in place, usually on the side of the rod near the motor. Use a wrench for tightening. Make sure the locking screws are tight, as your fan may wobble if they're not. You may also need to attach the ball mount, though some may have this attached already. Place it on the downrod, and secure it with the pin. Some people install the blades while the fan is still on the ground. However, that is up to you. If you want to minimize your time on the ladder, you may want to install them now. On the other hand, having the blades in place now can make it unwieldy. Lift the fan into place. Have someone support the fan from below. Lift it up to the bracket. The ball at the top should slide right into the bracket you just installed. If you're unsure how yours slides in, check the instructions that came with your fan. Hang one edge of the canopy up to work on the wires. Cut the wires, and use a wire stripper to scrape them. The wires will be long to thread through the fan, so now you need to cut them. Just make them about 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 cm) longer than the downrod, matching the length of the wires extending from the ceiling. Strip off the plastic at the ends of the wire so they can be joined with their mates. Connect the wires. Use a wire nut to connect the two green wires with the bare copper wire. Hold the ends together, and twist it on to connect them. Also connect the two white wires, and then the two black wires with the same method. When you're done, tuck the wires up into the brace above. Secure the canopy. Push the canopy up so that it's flat against the ceiling. You'll likely need to screw it into place, though a few may pop into the bracket without screws. The screws should fit up close to the ceiling. Attach each blade to its bracket. Each fan blade will fit into a bracket that will then fit into the fan. Slide the blade into the bracket, then add a screw to secure it. You may need to use more than one screw, according to your directions. Screw each bracket into the fan. Each fan bracket will have a place to screw the blade brackets into the fan's motor. To make it easier on yourself, place the screw in the bracket, and use the screwdriver to keep it in place. Lift the blade and bracket up, and then screw it into the motor. Screw these in tightly, as a loose bracket could make your fan wobble. Add the light. Plug the wired plug into the light's attachment, which connects the electricity, and screw in the light kit as described by your directions. Add the light bulb and any shade that goes on top, which you may also need to screw in. You may also need to attach the pull chain. Turn the power back on. Once you're sure everything is connected properly, you can flip the breaker back on. Test the fan with the light switch to see if it seems to be working correctly.	Check if you need a permit. Flip the power off at the breaker box. Take down the canopy covering the wiring. Voltage check the wires. Pull the caps off. Pull the wires apart. Take the fan down. Remove the bracket. Check the wires and box. Glue on the decorative medallion. Install the bracket. Work on threading the wires through the fan. Screw the downrod in place. Lift the fan into place. Cut the wires, and use a wire stripper to scrape them. Connect the wires. Secure the canopy. Attach each blade to its bracket. Screw each bracket into the fan. Add the light. Turn the power back on.
https://www.wikihow.com/Take-Care-of-a-Monkey	How to Take Care of a Monkey	To take care of a monkey, you'll need to be ready for a huge commitment. Taking care of a monkey can be as much of a time commitment as a child, and they can't be left alone for extended periods of time like a dog or a cat. Monkeys can live for 20-40 years, and once they grow attached to you, they won't want to leave your side, so make sure you can always be there for them. Owning a monkey is illegal in many places, so research your local laws before you get a monkey as a pet.	Research monkey species. Monkeys are in the order of primates, which is divided into families of New World primates (smaller, tree-dwelling monkeys from South America) and families of Old World primates (larger, ground and tree-dwelling monkeys from Asia and Africa). Each type of monkey has unique characteristics that affect how they fare as pets. Before you decide which type to get, conduct a lot of research on its characteristics. Read books, talk to owners, and get to know as many monkeys as you can in person. Squirrel monkeys, capuchins, spiders, and macaques are all types of monkeys people keep as pets. Some are more social, while others can be on the nervous side. These monkeys all have the same general care requirements, though larger monkeys will need more space than the smaller ones. Apes, such a chimpanzees, gibbons and orangutans are not monkeys and should not be kept as pets. They are much stronger than humans and can become quite dangerous in a domestic situation. Be ready for a huge commitment. Bringing a monkey into your home is almost as big a commitment as deciding to have a child. Monkeys require attention all day, every day, and unlike cats and dogs, they cannot be left at home for extended periods of time. Once your monkey bonds with you, he will want to follow you wherever you go, and if you try to leave him by himself he will become bored, depressed and aggressive. Monkeys can live for 20 to 40 years, so bringing one home is a commitment to spend a significant portion of your life providing for your monkey's needs. Before you decide to get a pet monkey, ponder the following facts about life with a monkey: The monkey may become aggressive. When monkeys are babies, they are dependent and sweet, like baby humans. But when they reach sexual maturity, which happens around age 3 or 4, their behavior can become unpredictable. Monkeys are wild animals , and unlike cats and dogs, they have not been socialized to live with humans over thousands of years. Even a monkey who has bonded with a human as a baby may unpredictably bite and attack his owner or become quite difficult to live with as an adult. You'll have to say goodbye to your free time. Monkeys cannot be left to their own devices. They need constant attention and care, or else they can end up hurting themselves or someone else. And since they tend to bond with just one person, it's difficult to find a good monkey-sitter when you need some time to yourself. Your monkey may prevent you from having relationships you want. Monkeys tend to bond with just a few people. Having a monkey might prevent you from getting intimately involved with potential partners to whom the monkey has a negative reaction. Monkeys don't get along well with children, so having a monkey could keep you from starting a family. All that said, if you are one of the unique people with the temperament and discipline it takes to devote your life to the safety and care of your monkey, you may be rewarded with an amazing experience. Monkeys are intelligent, endlessly entertaining, and sometimes incredibly affectionate. Many people who share their lives with monkeys embrace the challenges and wouldn't trade their time with their beloved pets for anything. Find out if it's legal to own a monkey in your state. It is illegal to have a pet monkey in many states, and more states will probably pass laws against the practice in the future. For this reason, it's difficult to move to a new state or travel across state lines when you own a monkey. It's illegal to bring a monkey into the US, so that means you can't travel abroad with your monkey and then try to bring him home. Some states allow monkeys to be kept as pets, but have strict regulations as to the conditions under which the monkeys should be contained. Regulations regarding pet monkeys are different in countries outside the US. Look into the laws in your jurisdiction to find out whether there are any restrictions on which animals you can keep as pets. Find a dealer or breeder with an excellent reputation. When you've decided that it's time to get a monkey, do research in your area to find a dealer or breeder with an established reputation as someone who can be trusted. They should have a USDA permit number, which is required of all breeders in the United States. Ask the dealer or breeder for the contact information of someone else who has bought a monkey from them. That way you can check into the monkey's health and behavior. Expect to pay upwards of $1,000 for a monkey of any species. A baby squirrel monkey can cost over $8,000. Older monkeys are less expensive, but much more difficult to handle once you bring them home. Before you make a purchase, visit with the monkey you'd like to buy and make sure you have a connection and can see yourself living with the monkey. Never purchase a monkey from outside the country. It's illegal to ship a monkey from outside the United States. Find an exotic animals veterinarian nearby. Before you bring a monkey home, it's important to establish a relationship with an exotic animals veterinarian. A regular veterinarian will not have the necessary expertise and equipment to care for a monkey. Monkeys are prone to catching some of the same illnesses that humans have, as frequently as humans, so you can expect that your monkey will get sick from time to time. An exotic animals vet will also be a good resource for you when you have questions about your monkey's needs or behavioral issues. Build or buy a monkey cage. Your pet monkey might spend time out of his cage, but he'll need a place to stay at night and during times when you aren't available to play. A monkey's cage should be quite large, the bigger the better. Monkeys need plenty of room to run around, explore and play, especially if they're going to spend more than an hour or two at a time in the cage. If the cage is too small, the monkey will become agitated and potentially aggressive. You can purchase a monkey cage, but many owners prefer to build their own so they can customize them to their personal space. Wooden or steel poles and chain-link fencing make good materials for monkey cages. You may want to have an outdoor monkey cage as well as one indoors, or build a monkey cage attached to a heated outdoor shed that will provide shelter for the monkey. Be sure to follow your state's regulations regarding the dimensions, entryways and locks on monkey cages. In some cases the regulations differ according to what type of monkey you own. Monkeys like to climb, so provide a cage with plenty of height. Add branches, hanging ropes, and other features that will allow your monkey to climb around the cage. Monkey-proof your house. Most monkey owners allow their pets to spend time around the house, rather than just in their cages. Monkeys are curious, intelligent creatures that will get into everything available to them, so you'll need to take the time to remove items that could cause them harm or suffer damage. Since monkeys can climb, your monkey-proofing will have to be more extensive than baby-proofing would be. Don't let monkeys have access to anything with a cord. Make sure all electronics are out of their reach. They'll tear down curtains, knock over lamps and chew on furniture. Put away any items you aren't comfortable letting them destroy. You might want to have one or two designated "monkey rooms" that the monkeys are allowed to play in, and have the rest of the house be off-limits. Remember that monkeys can turn doorknobs and open windows, so if you're planning to let the monkey stay there unsupervised, you'll need to make sure the room is as secure as a cage would be, with locks and bars on the windows. Keep the monkey's space clean. Monkeys keep their own bodies clean, but they leave a mess wherever they go. They aren't easy to house-train, and they excrete whenever and wherever they choose. Some people put diapers on baby monkeys, but this isn't usually possible once the monkeys mature. Rather, you should plan on cleaning up after your monkey at least once a day to maintain sanitary conditions in the cage and in your home. Provide clean water bottles every day. Monkeys should always have access to fresh water that they drink from clean water bottles. You can use baby bottles for this purpose. Some monkeys may prefer to take their water from a dish, and some might like to have both options. However you administer the water, make sure there's no chance the monkey will run out. Feed him monkey biscuits, fruits and vegetables. Monkey biscuits, or commercial monkey food, should be fed to your monkey every single day. These biscuits contain the right combination of vitamins and minerals to meet your monkey's needs. In addition to monkey biscuits, monkeys enjoy cut up fruit and fresh or steamed vegetables. You may also feed your monkey grasshoppers, mealworms, cooked chicken (with no spices), hard boiled eggs, yogurt, rice, grain and nuts. Do not feed your monkey anything that is considered "junk food" for a human. Sugary treats, ice cream, baked goods, snack foods, fast food, and raw meat should never be fed to a monkey. Depending on the type of monkey you have, you may also need to supplement his diet with extra vitamins. Monkeys kept inside may need extra vitamin D to account for the lack of sun exposure. Give the monkey plenty of toys and stimulation. Monkeys need a lot of variety and stimulation in order to be happy. In the wild, they spend most of their time climbing around trees and looking for food. Simulate that experience in your monkey's cage and around the house by providing lots of interesting things for the monkey to play with and pull apart. Try hiding the monkey's food inside a box, or in a container with small holes that the monkey can reach one hand into. The monkey will have fun trying to figure out how to get to the food. Give the monkey stuffed animals, balls, and other toys to throw around and play with. Switch out the toys frequently so the monkey won't get bored. Play with the monkey every day. Monkeys are social creatures, and when they're left alone for long periods of time they grow very unhappy. Spend a few hours playing with your monkey every single day. As you bond with your monkey, he'll start trusting you enough to climb up your body and give you hugs or even kisses. If you have more than one monkey, less social time is necessary. Many monkeys are happier living with others of their kind. If you can afford more than one, they'll live happily together in the same cage. Never punish a monkey. Hitting or yelling at a monkey will cause him to become afraid of you. It's also completely ineffective if you want to control your monkey's behavior. Remember that monkeys are wild, and they simply can't be trained to do exactly what you want them to do. From time to time they'll exhibit behaviors you might not like. Punishing them will only hurt your relationship. The best way to deal with negative behaviors is to make sure the monkey isn't lacking something that he needs to be content. Does he have enough stimulation every day? Is he getting plenty of exercise? Are you playing with him enough? Monkeys that are afraid or agitated might bite from time to time. Again, you can't deal with this by punishing the monkey. Instead, get to know his moods and learn to leave him alone when he might be in the mood to bite. Do not let the monkey play with strangers. It's not a good idea to take your monkey out in public, or invite people to your home to play with him. Monkeys are too unpredictable. Your monkey can get taken away in an instant if an accident happens. If your monkey so much as scratches someone, an Animal Control officer has the right to confiscate him to test him for rabies. When exotic animals are confiscated, they are often euthanized, since there is no law requiring a quarantine period for exotic animals (as there is for domesticated animals like cats and dogs). If you have to go out of town and leave the monkey in someone else's care, make sure it's someone the monkey has met many times and has come to trust. Leaving the monkey with a total stranger could be stressful for him and lead to dangerous consequences. Have fun communicating with your monkey. Say his name when you feed him or offer them a toy, so he'll begin to learn it. When he responds, give him a treat and praise him. Teach him commands by showing him how to act. For example, if you say "dance," start hopping around and dancing. When he learns a trick, give him treats and praise him.	Research monkey species. Be ready for a huge commitment. Find out if it's legal to own a monkey in your state. Find a dealer or breeder with an excellent reputation. Find an exotic animals veterinarian nearby. Build or buy a monkey cage. Monkey-proof your house. Keep the monkey's space clean. Provide clean water bottles every day. Feed him monkey biscuits, fruits and vegetables. Give the monkey plenty of toys and stimulation. Play with the monkey every day. Never punish a monkey. Do not let the monkey play with strangers. Have fun communicating with your monkey.
https://www.wikihow.com/Protect-Your-Mind-With-Brain-Foods	How to Protect Your Mind With Brain Foods	The best way to protect your mind with food is to eat foods that science has proven will help guard against mental decline as you age. You can do this by choosing healthy foods with high levels of selenium, zinc, omega 3 and antioxidants, which are important nutrients that help your brain stay healthy. For example, selenium-rich foods like whole grain bread, tuna and Brazil nuts can improve your memory, boost your energy and put you in a better mood. If you want to drink something healthy also, try green tea, which is highly beneficial for your brain because it is rich in antioxidants that help protect brain cells. To get this benefit, drink 1 to 2 cups of green tea each day.	Eat fish and take fish oil supplements. Fish is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, selenium, vitamins A and D, phosphorous, magnesium , and iodine (if saltwater), many of which are important for brain health. Fish oil is the richest source of fat vital to brain development in unborn babies and infants, and it helps maintain the brain throughout life. Eat about 14 ounces of fish a week or three servings that are about the size of your fist. Fish oil is available in food supplements. You can find it fortified with DHA, as well. It is also sold as Omega 3 Oil in its own separate supplements. This is especially important for continued brain and cardiovascular health Eat your greens. Dark, leafy greens such as kale and spinach are essential for a healthy mind and body. These contain high levels of vitamin E and folate. Vitamin E likely helps protect your brain's neurons, while the relationship between folate and brain health isn't as clear. It's likely that it helps keep down levels of homocysteine in the brain, as this amino acid may lead to nerve cell death if the levels are too high. You can also try avocado for a good source of vitamin E, as well as sunflower seeds. Dose yourself with blueberries. Blueberries have been shown to help with short term memory loss in some studies, so eat them a few times a week. Other berries have brain-boosting benefits, too, such as strawberries and acai berries. Make a tomato salad. Tomatoes, which can contain high levels of lycopene, help protect against free radical cell damage, which in turn, may help protect against dementia. Add nuts to your diet. Nuts contain alpha linolenic acid (ALA), and they have anti-inflammatory properties. These qualities help increase blood flow, which makes your brain happy with more oxygen. They are also high in vitamin E. Eat ginger. Ginger, along with other foods such as berries, soy products, and teas, help protect your glial cells. These cells likely remove toxins from the brain, protecting you from diseases such as Alzheimer's. Try ginger tea, or add ginger to a stir fry for extra spice. Drink green tea. The theanine(an amino acid) in green tea may help to improve memory and attention span. Drink one to three cups of green tea daily. Incorporate whole grains. Whole grains are a part of an overall healthy diet that will improve your general health. The healthier your body is, the healthier your brain is. They can also help lower your risk for high blood pressure, which keeps your brain healthier. If you're over age 9, you should be getting at least 3 to 5 servings of whole grains per day, up to 6 or 7 servings as an adult. To get your servings in, try oatmeal, whole wheat bread, quinoa, brown rice, or whole wheat pasta. Spread your food across the day. Eating small meals throughout the day, as opposed to one large meal, can help with brain health. It keeps your blood sugar level throughout the day, providing the energy your brain needs. Try four to six meals instead of three to five. Eat selenium-rich foods. Selenium is a trace mineral that has an essential role in ensuring good brain health, particularly as an antioxidant. Studies have found that depleted levels of selenium result in poor memory, bad moods, and decreased cognitive function, while increasing selenium improves mood, clarity of thinking, and energy levels. You need to get at least 55 micrograms daily. Try foods such as whole grain bread, tuna, and Brazil nuts. Increase your zinc. One great source of zinc is pumpkin seeds. Zinc is helpful for improving brain power, and just a 1/4 cup provides almost 20 percent of your daily value. Other good sources include spinach, beef, and kidney beans. Try eating a small handful of pumpkin seeds as an afternoon snack, or sprinkle them over salad or oatmeal for added texture. Consume foods rich in antioxidants. Many of the foods already listed here are high in antioxidants, such as berries and leafy greens. However, certain drinks are high in antioxidants, too, including tea and coffee. Green tea is particularly beneficial for the brain. Try drinking a cup of tea or two a day. Antioxidants help block free radicals, which can destroy brain cells over time. Improve your omega-3 intake. Omega 3 is excellent brain food, providing a good source of EPA and DHA fatty acids and helping to protect your brain from deterioration. Not getting enough of these fatty acids in your diet can increase your chances of getting Alzheimer's or dementia. Oily fish (e.g., salmon, sardines, herring, tuna), fish oil, walnuts, and flax seeds (linseed) are all good sources of omega-3. Try chia seeds, which are loaded with ALA and EHA omega-3. They are easy to sprinkle over everything from cereal to salads, as they are flavorless. Try gingko biloba. Studies are showing that gingko biloba can help with certain brain disorders, such as cerebral inefficiency and dementia. It is also helpful for fighting memory loss. Before beginning this supplement ensure it has no interactions with any current medications. The dosages varied by study, anywhere from 120 milligrams to 640 milligrams per day. Talk to your doctor about an appropriate amount for you. Take B-vitamins. These vitamins help your body create fuel from glucose. They're also essential in helping protect against dementia. If you aren't getting enough B-vitamins from your diet , find a supplement that includes folate, B6 and B12, niacin, and thiamin. Supplement with citicocline. This supplement can help with memory function and recall, as well as help those with declining mental abilities. It is a chemical already present in your brain, and you can take up to 1,000 milligrams per day. Try Vitamin D. Being low on vitamin D can lead to disorders such as seasonal affective disorder and depression. People can usually get most of the vitamin D they need through sunlight, but some people's bodies - especially dark-skinned people and the elderly - can have trouble converting sunlight to vitamin D, and in the winter, it can be difficult for anyone to get enough sun. Research has been done on dosages anywhere from 528 to 9,000 international units of vitamin D2 or D3. Check with your doctor for an appropriate dosage for you.	Eat fish and take fish oil supplements. Eat your greens. Dose yourself with blueberries. Make a tomato salad. Add nuts to your diet. Eat ginger. Drink green tea. Incorporate whole grains. Spread your food across the day. Eat selenium-rich foods. Increase your zinc. Consume foods rich in antioxidants. Improve your omega-3 intake. Try gingko biloba. Take B-vitamins. Supplement with citicocline. Try Vitamin D.
https://www.wikihow.com/Find-Your-IP-Address-on-a-Mac	How to Find Your IP Address on a Mac	To find your internal IP address on a newer Mac, first click on the Apple icon on the upper-left corner of the screen. From here, click on “System Preferences…” in the drop down menu that appears. Then, click the “Network” icon in the box that opens. Once you've opened the Network settings, choose the connection you're using on the left side of the screen, which is usually either wired Ethernet or wireless AirPort. After choosing your connection you will see a number in the middle of the screen, which is your IP Address.	Click on the Apple icon on the upper-left corner of the screen. Scroll down and select System Preferences. Click Network. This should be on the third row. Select your connection. Typically you will be connected to the network via AirPort (wireless), or Ethernet (wired). The connection you are using will say Connected next to it. Your IP address will be listed directly beneath your connection status, in smaller print. Your active connection will typically be selected by default. Click on the Apple icon on the upper-left corner of the screen. Scroll down and select System Preferences. Click Network. This should be on the third row. Select your connection. You can select the connection that you want the IP address for in the Show dropdown menu. If you have a wired connection, choose Built-In Ethernet. If you have a wireless connection, choose AirPort. Click the TCP/IP tab. Your IP address will be listed in the settings window. Open the Terminal. This can be found in the Utilities section of your Application folder. Use the ifconfig command. The normal ifconfig command will result in a lot of data displayed that is not necessary and a little confusing. The following command will remove most of the unnecessary stuff and display your internal IP address: ifconfig \| grep "inet " \| grep -v 127.0.0.1 This command removes the 127.0.0.1 entry, which will always appear regardless of the machine you are using. This is the feedback loop, and can be ignored when looking for the IP address. Copy your IP address. Your IP address will be displayed next to the “inet” entry. Open your router’s configuration page. Almost all routers can be accessed through a web interface where you can see and adjust settings. Open the web interface by entering the router's IP address into a web browser. Check your router's documentation for the specific address. The most common router addresses are: 192.168.1.1 192.168.0.1 192.168.2.1 Open your Router Status. The location of the external IP address will vary from router to router. Most have it listed in the Router Status or WAN (Wide Area Network) Status. Under Internet Port in the Router Status, your IP address should be listed. The IP address is 4 sets of digits, with up to three digits per set. This is the IP address of your router. Any connections made out of your router will have this address. This IP address is assigned to you by your internet service provider. Most external IP addresses are dynamic, which means they change from time to time. This address can be masked using proxies. Google search “ip address”. The first result displayed will be your external, or public, IP address.	Click on the Apple icon on the upper-left corner of the screen. Scroll down and select System Preferences. Click Network. Select your connection. Click on the Apple icon on the upper-left corner of the screen. Scroll down and select System Preferences. Click Network. Select your connection. Click the TCP/IP tab. Open the Terminal. Use the ifconfig command. Copy your IP address. Open your router’s configuration page. Open your Router Status. Google search “ip address”.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Guinea-Pig-Food	How to Make Guinea Pig Food	To make guinea pig food, use a variety of veggies like leafy greens, carrots, cucumbers, and celery to provide a diverse range of vitamins and minerals. Each guinea pig will need 1 cup of food per day and it's best to prepare a week's worth of food at a time for the freshest results. Rinse off the veggies, chop them into small pieces, and mix them together in an airtight container. Keep the food refrigerated and stir in guinea pig pellets right before serving to create a crunchy, well-rounded mix.	Consult your vet. Before you do anything, you should talk to your vet about the individual needs of your guinea pig. This way, you'll have all of the information you need to make sure your guinea pig will stay happy and healthy before you embark on the journey of making your guinea pig food. Consider: Your guinea pig might have specific nutritional needs due to pre-existing conditions. Your vet might be able to provide you with a detailed list of vegetables and/or pellets to include in your mix. Your guinea pig might have specific nutritional needs due to age, size, or breed. Buy diverse vegetables. Your guinea pig should have several vegetables in his or her food. This is important because different foods provide different vitamins and nutrition. The more diverse your food offering, the better your guinea pig's nutrition will be. Also, the more diverse the food, the happier your guinea pig may be with his or her meal. Think about: Green- or red-leaf lettuce. Do not use romaine or iceberg lettuce, and limit high-calcium greens such as kale and parsley. Leafy greens should make up most of your vegetable mix. Snap Peas (high sugar) Carrots. Use carrots and other high-sugar foods in limited amounts. Cucumbers. Celery. Sweet peppers (bell peppers). Avoid spicy peppers. Decide how much you want to prepare. There is no rule about how much guinea pig food you should prepare at one time. However, depending on the age and weight of your friend, as well as how many guinea pigs you have, you should probably adjust the amount you prepare accordingly. Prepare your vegetables making sure you will have one cup of fresh vegetables per guinea pig per day. Make sure that that the majority of your mix is made up of leafy greens. In order to keep your food fresh, only make what your friend will consume in a week. After preparing, you can store the food in your refrigerator for the week. But remember to consider freshness as the week progresses. Some vegetables will store better than others, and some might be fresher than others. If your food starts to turn, toss it and prepare some more. If you have several guinea pigs, make sure you make enough for all of them at one time. If you're using vegetables that tend to turn quick, consider preparing your food twice a week instead of once a week. Cut your vegetables. After you've gathered your vegetables, prepare them for your little friend. Make sure to wash the vegetables and then cut them into small pieces for your guinea pig to eat. Cutting them will make it a lot easier for your friend to eat them and will also prevent spoilage as you'll be able to put the exact amount that your pig will eat. Wash vegetables thoroughly and make sure any chemicals, soap, and dirt are washed off. Slice your vegetables into very small bite-sized pieces. The size will vary depending on the vegetable. If possible, slice carrots and cucumbers into 1/8th-inch pieces or even smaller. Leafy greens should be chopped, too. Look at your vegetables to make sure there aren't pieces that are too big. Make sure to take out any pieces your friend will have a hard time moving or eating. Mix your vegetables. Now that you've cut your vegetables, you need to mix them. Mixing thoroughly is important because you want to make sure that your little friend's food formula is diverse and varied. If you give your guinea pig food that is mostly one vegetable or another, he or she won't get proper vitamins and nutrition. Dump your vegetable pieces into a container. Put the lid on the container. Shake it vigorously until the vegetables are well mixed. Add guinea pig pellets. After you've mixed your vegetables, you need to add guinea pig pellets to your food mix. Pellets are extremely important because they are formulated to maintain guinea pig health and provide vitamins that guinea pigs need and may not be present in their normal vegetable-based diet. Make sure to get pellets formulated with vitamin C. Try to find pellets that are dye-free. Add in 1/8th of a cup of pellets per day per adult guinea pig to your vegetable mix. Younger guinea pigs or pregnant guinea pigs may require more – consult your vet. Use alfalfa pellets for young, growing and pregnant guinea pigs under 6 months. Use a timothy hay-based based pellet for adults over 6 months. This pellet will be formulated with Vitamin C. Mix the pellets in just like you mixed the vegetables. Serve dinner. After you've mixed your guinea pig food, it will be time to feed your friend. Feeding your friend is fairly easy, but you want to follow a few guidelines when doing so. Provide your friend with 1 1/8 cup of the vegetable/pellet mix in a food bowl at the same time every day. The best time might be the morning. Most guinea pigs will eat their food throughout the day and night. However, if you have a little friend who tends to gorge, make sure to divide feedings up throughout the day. Make sure to monitor the food over the day. Remove any spoiled or uneaten food at the end of the day or the following morning. Keep your friend hydrated. In addition to food, guinea pigs need plenty of fresh water to keep them healthy and active. Because of this, you need to closely monitor your friend's water supply so that he or she always has water. Buy a water bottle with a metal spout so that your friend can drink water without making much of a mess. Guinea pigs drink between 100 to 200 ml of water per kilogram of body weight per day. If your friend drinks more or less water than he or she should, contact your vet. Provide hay. You need to provide your guinea pig with an unlimited supply of hay in addition to your formulated food. This is because guinea pig digestive systems need a lot of fiber to make sure they are healthy and regular. Also, by providing your guinea pig with a lot of hay, you will give him or her something to chew on which will promote good dental health. Try to buy second-cut hay. This hay is tenderer than first batch hay. Make sure to clean out your friend's hay and replace it with fresh hay every week or two. Always make sure there is enough hay for your friend to eat and chew on. Make sure the hay you purchase is intended for consumption and is not treated with any chemicals. Avoid certain foods. There are several foods you will want to avoid when formulating your guinea pig food or feeding him or her treats. Some foods are extremely dangerous to guinea pigs and are poisonous and toxic. If you feed them to your friend, he or she could die or at the very least become seriously ill. Make sure to avoid: Iceberg lettuce or cabbage. Iceberg lettuce and cabbage have minimal nutritional value and can give your friend diarrhea. Potato peelings. Potato peelings can be toxic if they've begun to turn green. Rhubarb. Rhubarb leaves are poisonous. Meat and dairy. Guinea pigs' digestive tracts do not process meat or dairy very well. Any food not intended or designed for guinea pigs.	Consult your vet. Buy diverse vegetables. Decide how much you want to prepare. Cut your vegetables. Mix your vegetables. Add guinea pig pellets. Serve dinner. Keep your friend hydrated. Provide hay. Avoid certain foods.
https://www.wikihow.com/Show-Love-to-a-Partner	How to Show Love to a Partner	Everyone has their own love language, but there are some universal ways to show your partner affection. Try to regularly make time to relax or go on a date with them. Don't forget to compliment them and tell them how much you appreciate them. You should also pay attention to their needs and do little things to help them out, like taking care of them when they're sick or giving them space to focus on an important work project. Another great way to show your partner love is by surprising them with a gift or their favorite treat. Although actions are important, don't forget to tell your partner you love them regularly. You can whisper it in their ear while you're watching TV, leave a note for them, or text them when you're missing them.	Find out your partner’s “love language”. According to some, there are different “love languages” that people primarily use to express and receive love. These languages include: love expressed through words, love expressed through time spent together, love shown through gifts, love expressed in physical touch, and love done through acts of service. Typically a person will mainly feel loved through a couple of these love languages and not just one. One way to know what your main love language(s) are, is by thinking about how you show your love to others. Knowing how you and your partner express love and feel loved can be really important to your relationship because partners can show love in very different ways. For example, if you give gifts to show your love while your partner feels loved through time spent together, consider taking an evening to spend together to show him/her your love instead of buying him/her something nice. You should ask your partner what makes him or her feel loved, or you can think about what they have said means a lot to them when it comes to feeling loved. Once you know what your partner likes, make a conscious effort to show your love in those ways. Communicate with your partner the things that you need to feel loved. Pay attention and listen to what your partner says he or she needs or wants. You should also notice little things that are going on with your partner. For example, if you notice your partner is cold, find a sweater for him or her. Or if your partner seems like he/she is getting sick, make them soup or buy them the medication they need. These small gestures can go a long way to show your partner your love. If your partner says he or she doesn't want something, don't do it anyway. For example, if you buy your partner a hat they don't need because you think that they do, they might become bitter about the present. Write down what your partner says makes them feel loved and consult it when you are trying to decide what to do for him or her. Or ask your partner's close friends about the things they like or need when in doubt. Notice the ways your partner changes and grows. For example, if your partner has become more health conscious and changed his or her diet, don't make them the food they liked before. Make or buy new food for your partner to show that you support their new lifestyle. Carve out time for just the two of you. Establish little routines that show your love. Go to bed at the same time, go on a walk together, kiss them before you leave the house, and send them a good morning or goodnight text if you are away from each other. To show your partner love, you should also find a time where you can put away all of your electronics, including your phones, and spend time with your focus on each other. Plan a special date or activity for you to do together. For some partners, quality time is how they feel the most loved. Because it is time just for the two of you doesn't mean that you have to be alone. You can go to a bowling alley, go to the beach or do something fun- just make sure that your main focus is your partner while you do your activity. Give your partner space when he or she needs it, and take space when you need it. Taking and giving space could seem like the opposite of showing love, but it can be key to loving your partner well. For some people, giving and taking space is hard to do. But if you talk about it before you take or give space- you can build a stronger relationship. Some examples of times you or your partner could use space include, after you have spent a lot of time really close together, if you have gone through something intense and emotional together, or if one of you is really stressed about something you have coming up that needs a lot of focus. This can mean going away for a couple of days, not talking as much, or texting less. Explain to your partner why you think you two need space. For example, you can say something like, “I think I should go to my sister's for the weekend because I want to give you space to do your project. What do you think about that?” Taking space doesn't mean that you are going to see other people. It simply means that you are giving each other distance so you can focus on something or let your partner focus on something he or she needs to do. Appreciate your partner in the things they do, and compliment him or her. Tell your partner how attractive you find them. Tell them they are beautiful or handsome, and also tell them the little things you find sexy or cute about them. For example, if you are walking somewhere you have never been in a new city with your partner, and he or she finds the way to get to where you need to go without any problem, tell him or her, “I think your sense of direction is sexy.” If your partner has done something for you- thank him or her for it. Write a little note of thanks for him or her and put it in their bag. Or you can send a text message that tells him or her how much you appreciate what they did with a picture of you looking silly and happy. Show your love with your sense of humor. Tease your partner and notice the little things that they do. Always laugh at your partner's jokes or tease him or her for the joke, and encourage your partner when he or she is being silly. If your partner has painted her or his toenails, for example, you can ask something silly like, “Have your toenails always been that enchanting color?” The more you make humor a part of your relationship, the more comfortable and fun you can be together. You can make funny observations to your partner based on where you are. Look around at the environment that you are in, and say something about it that is exaggerated, or point out something curious. For example, if your car is really cluttered and you are giving your partner a ride somewhere, you can ask, “So are you going to break up with me now because of my car?” Listen to your partner talk about his or her troubles and joys. Be your partner's emotional support. Encourage your partner to tell you the things he or she cares about and the things he or she is going through. You can ask your partner something like, “So how have you really been lately?”. When things are hard for your partner, remind him or her of the things that he or she has done well and all the ways things are going to be okay. Tell your partner that you are there for him or her. Try to accept your partner for who he or she is including both the good and the bad. Realize his or her faults as well as their strengths, and love him or her for the whole thing. Be prepared to forgive your partner for the mistakes he or she makes, and be ready to encourage him or her to keep trying. Also try to be forgiving because you are going to make mistakes, too. Don't try to change your partner. If you are trying to change your partner, you won't be able to fully love him or her because you will be worried about changing him or her. However, if there is self-destructive behavior, you should talk to a professional and get help. Tell your partner you love him or her often. Your partner needs to hear these reassuring words from you often. You can also vary “I love you” with, “I like you”. Tell your partner I like you or I love you when you see them do something that you enjoy or are proud of. Your partner will appreciate hearing they are loved for a variety things. Try to be unexpected with it sometimes, for example, when you are standing in line at a grocery store with your partner, you can whisper “I love you” in your partner's ear before he or she goes up to pay. Send a random text that says I love you to your partner. Be careful of saying I love you so often that it loses its power. Ask your partner for feedback in your relationship. One of the best ways to learn how to show someone love is to ask what is working for him or her. You can't read your partner's mind, and sometimes, the best way to show your partner love is to talk directly about how things are going. Whether it is in sex or in your relationship- you should check in with your partner every so often to ask him or her for feedback. Every couple of months, ask your partner to have a conversation about your relationship. Find a time and place you can have a real conversation. This can also happen on special dates when you are at dinner or having a drink. You can say something like, “I want to know how you are feeling about our relationship so we can make our relationship even better.” Ask your partner something like, “What do you like about our relationship, and what can I do better to show my love for you?”. Share your own feelings and feedback about the relationship with your partner. Tell your partner the good things that you have enjoyed in your relationship, and also tell him or her the things that he or she could do to make you feel even more loved. Consider having these dates regularly if you are in a long term relationship. Don’t shut your partner down in conversation. Often in relationships, it is hard to stay patient with your partner because you spend a lot of time with him or her. Or when you are together, you are busy or stressed. However, don't take your frustration out on him or her by shutting down things your partner says because you are feeling irritable or aren't paying attention. For example, if your partner says to you directly something like, “I don't know what I should get?” when you are ordering food, don't ignore your partner because you are frustrated. It can be easy to snap and say something like, “You never know what to get.” or say nothing at all. Say something helpful like, “What did you get last time?”, or you can be playful and kiss her or him on the cheek to acknowledge him or her. If you are genuinely busy, tell your partner that you would like to talk later. Explain that you can't respond right now because you are doing something that needs your full attention. You can kiss your partner on the forehead and give him or her a genuine smile to let him or her know that you care. Imagine your partner has a love bank. You can add to this bank by telling him or her loving things or by doing loving things. You want to make your partner feel rich in love. There is no one way to make your partner feel loved- it takes persistent work and listening to him or her to make your partner feel really loved. However, being aware of this imaginary balance might help you remember that you need to do things to show him or her your love. Do not hold the things you do for your partner over his or her head, and give to this account without expecting a return. Check your motivations when you are doing things for your partner. Do things because you want to do them and not because you want something from your partner. Get to know and be friendly with your partner’s friends and family. This act of love can mean a lot to your partner. When you see his or her family, ask your partner's family questions about your partner, find common ground you share, and try to laugh with them. Even if your partner doesn't have a great relationship with his or her family, you should still try to have a good relationship with them. Whomever the important people are in your partner's life, get to know those people. Surprise your partner by giving or doing something unexpected for him or her. Doing something sweet for your partner doesn't have to take very much effort on your end but will make your partner feel really loved and can do a lot for your relationship. For example, you can go out and get them their favorite tea or coffee in the morning unexpectedly, and buy a sweet treat they like to go with it. Or you can put a sweet note for your partner in his or her purse or bag. Also, some partners really like it when they get something romantic even if it is cheesy. For example, a bouquet of his or her favorite flowers or a box of their favorite sweets will make his or her day. You can get your partner something that benefits everyone. For example, maybe your partner is really craving chips and salsa from a certain Mexican restaurant. Go to that restaurant and pick up chips and salsa and surprise your partner with them at lunch with the family. Do work with and for your partner. Schedule regular times in your schedule to devote to doing something for your partner. For example, on Sunday mornings, you might wash the dishes, make him or her a present, buy the groceries, or do any of the tasks that your partner normally does for or with your partner. Especially try to tackle projects that your partner doesn't like to do like cleaning cobwebs or the bathroom for your partner. Do side by side activities that your partner wants to do with you. For example, if your partner likes to go to Bible study at your church, attend Bible study with him or her, and then go to a coffee shop after and talk about the study. Or if your partner likes board games, play one of his or her favorite games with them. You can try doing couple day activities for each person in the relationship. On one day, or for a period of time, one person in the relationship gets to pick all of the activities that the couple does for that day. Give your partner gifts on holidays and important occasions. For some partners, this is the way that they show love and the way that they feel loved. If you receive presents from your partner that you can tell he or she put lots of time and effort into, you may be with someone who cares about gifts. With that in mind, make sure that you also put time and effort giving them gifts back. Think about something that your partner is interested in or cares about and find a gift that they would like. For example, if she loves coffee, get your partner a special coffee maker and mug. Be careful not to buy your partner that special coffee maker because you like coffee. If your partner notices that you benefit as much or more from the gift, he or she might not find the gift as nice. Be physically affectionate with your partner. In studies, physical affection is highly connected to overall satisfaction in the relationship. In addition, conflict is more easily resolved when there is a good amount of physical affection between romantic partners. There are different ways to be physically affectionate (not including sex) including massages and back rubs, holding and cuddling, kissing on the lips, kissing on the face, holding hands, and caressing and stroking. You should smile and make eye contact with your partner when you are physically affectionate. Even for people who are not as obvious about their need for physical touch, physical affection is a key part of a healthy relationship. When it comes to sex, ask your partner the things that he or she likes, and work on making sex good for both of you. Touch each other in passing. If you don't have a lot of time to spend together, make sure you make physical contact with your partner when you get a chance. Simply giving each other a good hug when you first see each other or when you leave can help make you feel more connected. Spend time cuddling. Plan to have a night where you spend time cuddling while you watch a movie or spend time together on the couch. Some men in particular are very visual and will enjoy it when you do things to suggest doing other things with him. For example, you can bend down and tie your shoes while you make flirty eye contact with him. Do sweet things like kiss your partner on the forehead. This can give your partner the “I'm here for you vibe.” Give them small kisses throughout the day, rub his or her neck and shoulders, and while you are standing or walking, casually put your arm over his or her shoulder, or around his or her waist.	Find out your partner’s “love language”. Pay attention and listen to what your partner says he or she needs or wants. Carve out time for just the two of you. Give your partner space when he or she needs it, and take space when you need it. Appreciate your partner in the things they do, and compliment him or her. Show your love with your sense of humor. Listen to your partner talk about his or her troubles and joys. Tell your partner you love him or her often. Ask your partner for feedback in your relationship. Don’t shut your partner down in conversation. Imagine your partner has a love bank. Get to know and be friendly with your partner’s friends and family. Surprise your partner by giving or doing something unexpected for him or her. Do work with and for your partner. Give your partner gifts on holidays and important occasions. Be physically affectionate with your partner.
https://www.wikihow.com/Apply-Foundation-and-Powder	How to Apply Foundation and Powder	To apply foundation and powder, start with a clean, dry face. You'll need moisturizer, a foundation that matches the color of your skin, foam makeup sponges or brushes, and some poweder. To start, apply some face moisturizer then a primer so your makeup stays on longer. Dip your sponge or brush into the foundation and start in the center of your forehead, blending outward. Reload your sponge or brush as needed to apply an even layer of foundation over your entire face. Don't forget to smooth the foundation down a little around your nose and the sides of your cheeks to blend it in. Let the foundation dry for a few minutes if you weren't using a dry foundation. Then apply any other makeup like blush, eyeshadow, or lipstick before you finish with a powder. Swirl a clean powder brush in some powder. Gently tap the brush on the side of the powder case to knock the excess off, then apply the powder under your eyes, around your jawline, and over your forehead. Continue loading the brush and applying more powder until you achieve the finish you're going for. If you accidentally apply too much powder, use a dry, clean makeup brush to wipe the excess off.	Start with a clean face, then apply some toner and moisturizer. Apply the toner first using a cotton ball, and the moisturizer using your fingers. The toner will help balance the pH of your skin. It will also help tighten pores and make them less noticeable. The moisturizer will help keep your skin feeling smooth and soft. It will also help prevent foundation (especially powder-based ones) from looking flaky. If you have very sensitive skin, try using a rosewater-based toner, witch hazel, or an alcohol-free toner. This will make it sting less. If you have oily skin, consider using a lightweight or an oil-free moisturizer. Consider applying some primer to your face. You don't need a lot; a little bit goes a long way. Primer will help fill in large pores and fine lines. This will make your skin appear smoother. It will also make the foundation easier to apply and blend in. Apply concealer now if you are using a cream-to-powder type of foundation. This will help prevent any blending issues. Keep in mind, however, that the foundation may also wipe away the concealer. If you are using any other type of foundation, hold off on the concealer for now. Apply the concealer after you put on the foundation for the best coverage. Get out a powder brush or a foam makeup sponge if you are using powder foundation. If the foundation is pressed, sweep a makeup sponge across it. You can also swirl a powder brush across it. If the foundation is loose, lightly dip the brush into the powder. Gently tap the handle against the counter to shake away extra powder. Do not use the makeup sponge to apply loose powder. Get out a foam makeup sponge or a foundation brush if you are using liquid foundation. Shake the bottle first. This will help mix up the pigments inside the foundation. Then, pour out some foundation onto the back of your hand or onto a little dish. This will help prevent you from accidentally picking up too much foundation. If you are using a makeup sponge, consider soaking the sponge in water first and then squeezing it to get rid of the excess water. This will keep the sponge from soaking up too much foundation and wasting it. Avoid using a powder brush with soft bristles. Try to get a foundation brush. It will have stiffer bristles that can hold the weight of the liquid foundation. You can also apply liquid foundation if you are in hurry. Use your fingers to help blend the foundation, as the heat from your fingers will warm the foundation and give you a smoother appearance. This will not give you full coverage, but it will give a nice, natural look. Get out a foam makeup sponge or a foundation brush if you are going to apply cream foundation. Cream foundation usually comes in a compact case. It may also come in a tube, sort of like lipstick. Simply swipe the sponge or brush across the surface of the foundation. If your foundation comes in a stick, you can roll the stick over your forehead, nose, cheeks, and chin. Use your fingers or a foam sponge to blend it in. Don't use a powder brush to apply cream foundation. The bristles will only stick together. Use a foundation brush. Its stiffer bristles will hold up to the weight of the cream foundation. Start applying the foundation to the center of your face. No matter what type of foundation you are using, or what type of tool you are using to apply it, it is always a good idea to start from the center if your face. Simply brush the foundation down the center of your face. If you are using your fingers, consider creating little dots instead. Blend these dots in with your fingers or a foam makeup sponge. Smooth the foundation down the sides of your nose and towards the sides of your face. You want the foundation to get thinner as you get closer to the sides of your face. If it gets too thin on your cheeks and you want more coverage, dab more foundation onto your cheekbones and blend it outwards. Spread the foundation across your forehead. Brush the foundation up towards your hairline. Then, brush it to the left and right above your eyebrows. Spread the foundation down your chin and along your jaw line. Use your brush, fingers, or sponge to pull the foundation down towards your chin. Then, spread it sideways along your jaw. Blend the foundation using a foam sponge or a brush. Always blend from the center outward. You want the foundation to fade the closer it gets to your hairline and the sides of your face. This will create the smoothest transition and prevent any harsh lines. Consider applying foundation to your neck. This is great for those who have dull or grayish skin on their necks. Apply some concealer. Use a brush or your fingers to tap it onto the area that needs to be concealed. Then, blend it into the foundation using light, feathery strokes. Always blend outward, away from the center of the concealer spot. If you are applying concealer under your eyes, use your ring finger. This is the weakest finger on your hand, and thus the gentlest. Applying concealer after foundation makes it easier to blend in. It also lessens the chances of the foundation getting wiped off. Let the foundation dry. This can take anywhere from 1 to 5 minutes. Some foundations, such as cream, are oil-based and will never fully dry. Other foundations, such as powder, are already dry to begin with. Consider doing the rest of your makeup. At the point, you can apply the rest of your makeup, including your lipstick, blush, and eye makeup. Open up your powder case. You can use a powder foundation or a setting powder. Both will help give your skin a smoother finish and get rid of shine. They will also help soak up any excess oils. Swirl a powder brush into the powder. Most powder will be compact or pressed. If you are using a loose powder, simply dip the brush into the powder. Gently puff on the brush to get rid of any excess powder. You can also tap the brush handle against the counter edge. This will keep you from applying too much powder at one time, which can result in a cake-y look. You can always apply more powder later. Dust the powder onto your face. Start from the middle or your face and brush outward. If needed, dip your brush into the powder and keep dusting your face. Always tap off the excess powder before you touch the brush to your face. Use a clean brush to dust off any excess powder. Look carefully into the mirror. If you see any excess powder, take a clean brush and lightly dust it off. Choose a foundation. There are many different types of foundation. Some are better for certain skin types than others. The main three are: powder, liquid, and cream. Here's what you need to know based on your skin type: If you have dry skin, go for a moisturizing liquid or cream foundation. Avoid using powder foundation. It will make your skin appear even more dry. If you must use a powder foundation, choose a hydrating one. If you have oily skin, choose a lightweight, oil-free liquid or powder foundation - like mousse. You can also use mineral-based powder foundation; it will absorb the oil better. Don't use cream foundation. It will be too heavy and oily for your skin. If you have normal skin, you can use any type of foundation you want: powder, liquid, or cream. If you have combination skin, consider using a powder foundation. Use more on the oily parts, and less on the dry parts. Choose your foundation finish. There are also different types of foundation finishes. Some are more sheer while others are more matte. Here's what you need to know: Use a semi-matte foundation if you want a natural look. Most foundations are semi-matte. Use a dewy or illuminizing finish if you want to give your skin a healthy glow. This is great for the cold, winter months. Use a matte or flat finish if you want your face to look smooth. This is great for pictures. It will also get rid of shine. Choose your foundation coverage. Some foundations are sheer and light, while others are thick and heavy. Use a sheer foundation if you want to just even out your skin tone, but still let your natural features (such as freckles and beauty marks) show. Use a full coverage foundation if you want to cover freckles, dark spots, and other blemishes. Keep in mind that for things like pimples, you might also need to use a concealer. Plan on having at least two different shades. You skin will be lighter during the winter months when there is less sunlight. It will be darker in the summer when the sun is brighter. As such, the foundation you use in the winter may be too light for your skin during the summer, and the foundation you use in the summer will be too dark for you in the winter. To avoid these problems, get a darker shade to use during the summer, and a lighter shade to use during the winter. You can mix the two shades as your skin tone lightens or darkens during the spring and fall. Know that foundation oxidizes as it dries. When shopping for foundation, choose a few shades that you think match your skin tone. Apply each one along your cheek. Wait one to two minutes before looking at the foundation again. Choose the color that blends into your skin the best. Choose your powder. You can use powder foundation to soak up any excess oil or shine. You can also use a setting powder to set your makeup and keep it from moving around. Choose your tools based on your foundation type and desired coverage. The type of foundation you use will determine what you use to apply it. Here is what you need to know: Use a fluffy powder brush to apply powder foundation. This will work on both pressed and loose powder. You can also use this brush to apply setting powder when you are done doing your makeup. Use a foam makeup sponge to apply pressed powder foundation, liquid foundation, or cream foundation. They are usually white, and come in wedge or disk shapes. They will give you the smoothest, most even coverage. Use a foundation brush to apply liquid or cream foundation. They are made with slightly stiffer bristles than a powder brush. They are flat and have a slightly rounded tip. They will give you the most coverage. Use your fingers to apply liquid foundation if you are in a hurry. This won't give you the best coverage or the smoothest finish, however.	Start with a clean face, then apply some toner and moisturizer. Consider applying some primer to your face. Apply concealer now if you are using a cream-to-powder type of foundation. Get out a powder brush or a foam makeup sponge if you are using powder foundation. Get out a foam makeup sponge or a foundation brush if you are using liquid foundation. Get out a foam makeup sponge or a foundation brush if you are going to apply cream foundation. Start applying the foundation to the center of your face. Smooth the foundation down the sides of your nose and towards the sides of your face. Spread the foundation across your forehead. Spread the foundation down your chin and along your jaw line. Blend the foundation using a foam sponge or a brush. Consider applying foundation to your neck. Apply some concealer. Let the foundation dry. Consider doing the rest of your makeup. Open up your powder case. Swirl a powder brush into the powder. Gently puff on the brush to get rid of any excess powder. Dust the powder onto your face. Use a clean brush to dust off any excess powder. Choose a foundation. Choose your foundation finish. Choose your foundation coverage. Plan on having at least two different shades. Know that foundation oxidizes as it dries. Choose your powder. Choose your tools based on your foundation type and desired coverage.
https://www.wikihow.com/Buy-an-iPad	How to Buy an iPad	To buy an iPad, you should go with one of the newer generation models, like the iPad Air or Pro, if you want to use high-end apps that require a lot of processing power. You should also consider a newer model if you think you'll use a lot of storage since the older models don't come with as many gigabytes. However, if you just want an iPad for casual use, you might want to get an older model or an iPad mini instead, which will be cheaper. Some of the older models are no longer sold by Apple, but you can find them for a discounted price on websites like Amazon, eBay, and Craigslist.	Consider your ideal iPad. Most iPads' storage ranges from 16 gigabytes to 128 gigabytes (though some models, such as the iPad Pro, support up to 256 gigabytes). Similarly, most iPads on the market will support cellular data, meaning you can add the iPad to your cellphone plan and use the data from the pertinent account to access the internet in areas without wi-fi. Other aspects you'll want to consider include the following: Size - iPad screens vary from 7.9 inches across to a whopping 12.9 inches across. Performance - Smaller iPads, such as the iPad Mini, won't be able to process large amounts of data the same way a heftier iPad Air or iPad Pro can. Price - iPads aren't cheap. If you're on a budget, you'll probably want to opt for an older model (e.g., one of the original iPads). Alternatively, you can buy a newer iPad Mini and sacrifice some of the performance of a larger iPad. Compare the different iPad models. With your ideal criteria in mind, consider the aspects of the following tablets: iPads 1, 2, 3, and 4 - The original iPads (commonly referred to as the "iPad 1/2/3/4") are no longer in factory production as of January 2017, but you can usually find them for a discounted price on Amazon, eBay, and Craigslist. iPad Minis 1, 2, 3, and 4 - The iPad Mini line of tablets have a smaller, 7.9 inch display (as opposed to the traditional 9.7 inch display). The iPad Minis 2, 3, and 4 come equipped with high-definition Retina displays. iPad Air 1 and 2 - The Air series of iPads is a continuation of the original iPad line. They have 9.7 inch Retina displays as well as upgraded processors from the iPad Mini series. iPad Pro (9.7 inch and 12.9 inch) - The iPad Pro line is geared towards optimal performance, making them both the fastest-operating and the most expensive iPads on the market. Both the 9.7 inch and the 12.9 inch models have Retina displays, though the 9.7 inch model is the only iPad that can record video in 4K definition. Decide if you need cellular service. The iPad 3 and all subsequent models of iPad have cellular counterparts, though they tend to be slightly more expensive. Cellular service means that you will be able to connect to the internet as long as you have a cellular signal. If you want cellular service, you will need to sign up for a data plan with a carrier that supports the iPad. All iPads have wi-fi capabilities, which allow you to connect to any wireless network that you have the password for. Purchasing an iPad with cellular capabilities does not mean you'll lose wi-fi capabilities. Think about storage. Most models have several different storage options available, which is the main feature that dictates the prices of the iPad. Most iPads released up until late 2012 (iPad 3 and iPad Mini) come in 16, 32, and 64 gigabyte varieties. iPads released since then come in 16, 32, 64, and 128 gigabyte varieties. The iPad Pro comes in 32, 64, 128, and 256 gigabyte varieties. Consider processing power. If you intend to run a lot of high-end apps (e.g., photo-editing software), you'll want to stay away from the original generation of iPads and the iPad Mini series--while the processors in these models aren't subpar by any means, the iPad Air and iPad Pro lines are built specifically for performance. Decide on a color. Most iPads are available in Silver/White or Gray/Black. If you don't like your iPad's color, you can always purchase a case for it. Test your preferred iPads out in person. To do this, visit your local Apple Store or electronics retailer to give a few different iPads a quick spin. This will give you an idea about things like the screen size difference between the iPad and the iPad Mini, the speed and size difference between the iPad Mini and iPad Air, and the graphical rendering differences between iPad Pro models. Consider buying a used iPad. Brand-new iPads are prohibitively expensive, but you can check places like Craigslist or eBay for used tablets. Make sure you check out the iPad in person if at all possible before committing to the sale. . Check for deals online Online retailers may be able to offer a better deal than physical retailers, though you may have to do some digging. Ensure that the retailer is legitimate and that you are actually purchasing a new iPad. Some online retailers don't make it obvious that you are buying a used product. Amazon is a good place to search for a new iPad, but make sure you verify the dealer before purchasing. If they have negative reviews or little history on the site, you may end up not getting what you paid for. Buy your iPad. Once you've settled on a model, all that's left to do is make the payment!	Consider your ideal iPad. Compare the different iPad models. Decide if you need cellular service. Think about storage. Consider processing power. Decide on a color. Test your preferred iPads out in person. Consider buying a used iPad. . Buy your iPad.
https://www.wikihow.com/Saw-Straight	How to Saw Straight	Using a sharp saw blade and the proper technique is the best way to help yourself saw straight. If you're using a hand saw, work on a solid, level workbench or table to ensure your cuts are straight. Clamp your wood to the table to secure it, and use a straight edge or ruler to draw a straight cut line on your wood. Then, clamp a piece of plywood with a straight edge on top of your wood to use as a guide and saw at a 45-degree angle, which will give you the smoothest cut. If you're using a table saw, square your miter gauge handle so it's a perfect 90-degree angle, or else you won't get a straight cut. Clamp a feather onto your board to use as a guide, then feed your wood slowly into the blade.	Work on a solid workbench or table. Make sure that your table is secure and doesn't wobble. If the workbench moves around while you're cutting the wood, your cuts won't be straight. Make sure that all the legs are even and that the table top is level. Secure the piece of wood to the table. Use clamps to hold the wood that you want to cut to your workbench. Clamps will hold the wood in place and prevent it from moving around while you saw. Draw a line where you want to cut. Use a straight edge from a yardstick or triangle to help you draw the line that will designate where you want to cut. Having a line to guide you will assist in sawing straight. You can also use the flat side of your saw to draw a straight line. Clamp a straight board onto the wood. Use a piece of lumber or plywood with a straight edge and lay it over the piece of wood that you want to cut. Clamp the board so that the edge of the wood lines up with the line you drew. This is sometimes referred to as a jig. Put the saw blade on the line at a 45-degree angle. Grip the saw's handle while keeping your index finger resting on the side of the saw so you have more control over it. Your wrist, elbow, and shoulder should be aligned with the blade. Brace yourself with your free hand, making sure to keep it away from the saw. Place the saw on the line, making sure that your jig is against the side of your saw. Make two upward strokes with the saw. Begin the cut by making two or three upward strokes until the saw starts cutting into the wood. Check for splitting or cracking at this point. Work the saw back and forth to cut the wood. Continue moving your hand back and forth in full strokes and cut along the line that you created. If you are making a cross cut or a cut against the grain, cut the wood at a 45-degree angle. If you are making a rip cut or a cut with the grain, hold the saw at a 60-degree angle instead. Shorten your strokes towards the end of the cut. As you approach the end of the line, shorten your strokes about halfway. This will prevent splintering or cracking towards the end of your cut. Use a miter box. A miter box is a tool that you can purchase online or at hardware stores. A miter box is made of a handsaw and a box that has differently angled slits. Clamp your piece of wood to the miter box before you start cutting. Then, put the saw in between the slits and use the box to keep your cuts straight. Most miter boxes will have slits that are at different angles in case you need to cut your wood on an angle. Make a straight line where you want to make your cut. Drawing a line with a pencil or pen before you cut will give you a visual cue on whether you are cutting straight. Use a straight edge from a triangle or yardstick to draw your line. Use a feather board. You can purchase a feather board online or at a hardware store. Feather boards are used on the opposite side of your table saw's fence. Clamp your feather board in place to make straight cuts. Feather boards have a series of wooden “fingers” that help prevent kickback from your table saw. Square the miter gauge handle. The miter gauge runs perpendicular to the saw blade and must be at an exact 90-degree angle in order for your cuts to be straight. Hold a drafting triangle up against the miter gauge and make sure that the saw blade is resting on the other edge of the triangle. If it doesn't alight perfectly, loosen the miter gauge handle and adjust it until the triangle can sit at a perfect 90-degree angle. Align the board with the fence. Adjust the fence so that the blade lines up to where you want to cut your board. If you notice that the board doesn't lie flat on the fence, the board is most likely bent or warped. Tighten the fence once it's in the right position and prepare to cut the board. Clamp your feather board on the opposite side of the fence. Place the piece of wood that you want to cut against the fence. Then, push the feather board up against the other side of the wood and clamp it in place. Now you'll have a guide on both sides of the wood when you feed it into the saw. Feed the board into the blade slowly. Use a push stick to slowly push the board across the table saw. If you set everything up correctly, the piece of wood should be cut perfectly straight on the line that you drew earlier. Double check the wood to see if the saw made a straight cut. Set up an outfeed table. If you are sawing longer boards, they will need additional support if your table isn't long enough. You can create your own outfeed table by clamping two 2x4-inch (5.08x10.16 cm) 8-foot long (2.43 m) boards on each side of the saw, so that they hang several feet over the edge of the table. Measure the distance between the boards and clamp a piece of plywood under them, where they are hanging off the table. This will extend the length of the table saw and allow you to make straighter cuts on longer boards. Get an 8 ft-long (2.43 m) 1x4 inch (2.54x10.16 cm) wooden plank. You can purchase a wooden plank from a hardware store or you can cut down an existing piece of wood. You'll want to make sure that the edge of the plank is as straight as possible because it will dictate the straightness of your cuts. Use a level to make sure that the plank of wood is straight. Line up the plank of wood with a 8 ft-long (2.43 m) strip of plywood. The plywood should be at least 2 feet (60.96 cm) wide. Hold the wooden plank so that it's an inch and a half (3.81 cm) away from one edge of the plywood. Line up the bottom and top edges so that the plank of wood runs flush with the plywood. Nail or screw the plank of wood into the plywood. Attach the 1x4 inch (2.54x10.16 cm) wooden plank by driving screws into the top of the plank and into the plywood. Space each of the screws about 12 inches (30.48 cm) apart so that the 1x4 inch (2.54x10.16 cm) wooden plank is tightly secured. Line up your circular saw against the plank. Put the side of the circular saw's shoe right up against the plank of the wood. Make sure that the shoe and the plank run flush. Cut off the excess plywood. Press the trigger on the circular saw and use the plank of wood to guide you as you slowly saw all the way through the plywood. Cutting off the excess plywood will make it so that the plywood on the saw guide is the same width as your circular saw's shoe. Once you cut off the excess, your saw guide is completed. The plywood will now be the same width as your circular saw's shoe. Draw a line on the piece of wood that you want to cut. Use a pencil and straightedge to draw a line where you want to cut. Align the line and edge of the saw guide. Place the saw guide onto the wood so that the plank of wood on the guide is facing up. Line up the edge of the saw guide to the line that you just created. Once the drawn line is aligned with the edge of the guide, clamp it to the piece of wood you want to cut. Line your circular saw against the saw guide. Take your circular saw and place it over the piece of wood, pressing the shoe against the plank on your saw guide. The plank of wood will guide your circular saw as you make the cut. Press the trigger and slowly cut the piece of wood. Push the circular saw forward. As you cut down the piece of wood, the blade will be guided by the plank of wood attached to the plywood.	Work on a solid workbench or table. Secure the piece of wood to the table. Draw a line where you want to cut. Clamp a straight board onto the wood. Put the saw blade on the line at a 45-degree angle. Make two upward strokes with the saw. Work the saw back and forth to cut the wood. Shorten your strokes towards the end of the cut. Use a miter box. Make a straight line where you want to make your cut. Use a feather board. Square the miter gauge handle. Align the board with the fence. Clamp your feather board on the opposite side of the fence. Feed the board into the blade slowly. Set up an outfeed table. Get an 8 ft-long (2.43 m) 1x4 inch (2.54x10.16 cm) wooden plank. Line up the plank of wood with a 8 ft-long (2.43 m) strip of plywood. Nail or screw the plank of wood into the plywood. Line up your circular saw against the plank. Cut off the excess plywood. Draw a line on the piece of wood that you want to cut. Align the line and edge of the saw guide. Line your circular saw against the saw guide. Press the trigger and slowly cut the piece of wood.
https://www.wikihow.com/Throw-Cards-Accurately	How to Throw Cards Accurately	To throw cards accurately, experiment with different techniques, like overhand and frisbee style, and focus on giving the card as much spin as possible. You can practice your spin by extending your wrist and fingers in one fluid motion and quickly flicking your wrist at the apex of your toss. It can also help to experiment with different grips until you find the best one for you. Finally, try using brand new, crisp playing cards rather than cards from a well-worn deck for the most accuracy!	Grip the card correctly for an overhand toss. The throwing style with the most power and potential for accuracy is an overhand toss, used by expert card throwers the world around. One of the earliest public practitioners was a stage magician named Howard Thurston, who used an overhand toss to put power and accuracy into his tosses, wowing audiences. Finding a grip that works for you and feels comfortable is the most important part of learning to throw accurately. Most grip variations are named after famous card throwers: The Thurston grip involved pinching the short side of the card between your index and middle finger, so the bulk of the card faces in toward your palm. All the other fingers should be up and out of the way. The Hermann grip, named after another magician, involves pinching the card between your thumb and your middle finger in the center of the card about a third of the way down, letting the index finger wrap all the way to the opposite edge at the corner to help control the spin. The bulk of the card should be facing your palm. Hold your hand palm-side up. The basic toss with the most accuracy happens by bending the card up next to the side of your head and release it with a flick of your wrist. To do this and get the right kind of spin on the card, you need to turn your palm up and grip the card using the grip style of your choice. Curve your wrist and wind your arm up over your shoulder. Curve your wrist in so the card tucks into your wrist, and bend your elbow, drawing your hand up next to your head to get your arm ready for the throw. Your pinkie finger should be just about even with your ear when your arm is cocked and ready. To learn the appropriate motion and practice, just curve your wrist up without putting your whole arm into it and try tossing the card with enough spin. When you've gotten used to it practicing the toss, bring the card up beside your head to put more power into your tosses. Snap your wrist forward. In one fast, smooth motion, swing your arm forward from your shoulder and step into throw like throwing a baseball to get the most power and accuracy out of the card. At the end of that motion, unroll your wrist, spreading your middle and ring finger slightly to release the card. Keep practicing. Practice the motion, try to get it as smooth as possible, getting a clean release of the card. Keeping the motion as smooth as possible is the key to getting the card to spin and cut through the air, rather than floating on it and moving everywhere with the breeze. When you practice this motion, pay particular attention to how you're unrolling your wrist into a smooth line with the rest of your arm as you toss the card. Like many things, it's all in the wrist, but the power comes from your elbow. Grip the card correctly. Another common and accurate throwing style pioneered by powerful card thrower Ricky Jay and others is the frisbee-style toss, which can be super-accurate and super-powerful when gripped and tossed correctly. While you can also frisbee-toss a card using the Ferguson or the Thurston grip, it's more common to use Ricky Jay's style of holding the card: To learn the Ricky Jay grip, place your index finger on one corner of the card and place your thumb on top. Fold your three other fingers along the bottom of the long edge of the card. This grip is a bit like a hybrid of the other two styles. Your thumb on top should be on the other side of the card as your middle finger, pinching the card, much like the Hermann grip. Curl the card back into your wrist. Curl the card back into your wrist, much as before, but hold your wrist parallel with the ground, your pinkie facing down as when you hold a frisbee. You can also wrap your arm around your body so the card is closer to your armpit on the opposite side of your body from the hand holding the card. Ricky Jay actually lifts his throwing hand up over his head, almost as if he's going to do an overhand throw, but the mechanics are more like a frisbee toss than an overhand throw, or some combination of the two. It looks as if the card is going to touch the ear on the opposite side of his head. Keep it in the wrist. There should be almost no arm movement whatsoever when you first start out, to get the mechanics of the spin right. To practice, grab a hold of your arm and practice launching the cards with wrist movement alone. After practicing and being able to throw cards without missing, you could try moving your arms for extra speed. Flick your wrist forward. Unwind, keeping your arm as straight and level as possible relative to the ground to keep the card from wobbling side to side, and snap your wrist forward to throw the card. In general, you can practice just using your wrist to toss the cards accurately, much as in the overhand throw. The mechanics are much the same, just oriented in a different direction. It's still all in the wrist, but the power comes from your elbow. Release the card. When your fingertips are pointing at the target you want to hit, let the card go with a final vigorous flick of your wrist, extending your fingers quickly and straight to release the card and get it spinning in the direction you want. It'll take some practice to get the whole maneuver put together correctly, but learning to throw accurately involves a careful attention to the details. Focus on spin. A card thrown accurately moves on the motion of its spin. Cards don't fly through the air stock straight like when Gambit throws them in an X-Men comic. To get the most sticking power and accuracy out of your throws, spin the card as much as possible. Practice extending your wrist and your fingers in one fluid motion, as quickly as possible. At the apex of your toss, speed up your motion just slightly, really putting some flick into your wrist. This'll be the difference between a lame duck and a cutting card. Aim at an appropriate target. Popular targets for card-throwing involve a lot of Styrofoam and fruit. Experienced card throwers can stick a playing card into a potato from several paces away, and melons, apples, Styrofoam backing, cardboard, and other surfaces. Practice tossing until you can get the corner to stick in firmly. Don't throw cards at anyone's face or body. Even if you're not throwing with much power yet, a card in the eye can be extremely dangerous. Be very careful and only practice by throwing cards at appropriate targets. Experiment with different grips. There's no one correct way of throwing cards, so practicing will be a matter of experimenting with different grips and techniques and seeing what works right for you. Try picking your favorite parts of each technique and welding them together into your own hybrid style of throwing. Make it work for you. Watch Ricky Jay throw cards on YouTube to watch closely the kind of motion he uses and the snap he gets into his cards. Go see a magician or card expert in action to learn more and pick up all the tricks of the trade you can. Build strength in your wrist. To get better at any sleight-of-hand tricks, especially card throwing, it's a good idea to spend some time building dexterity and strength in your wrists and forearms. The strong your wrists and hands, the better and more accurately you'll be able to throw cards. It's a good idea to stretch out your wrists after you throw cards, and to loosen them up before. To do this, get down on your knees and put your palms flat on the ground, curling your wrists around so your fingers are pointing back at yourself. Stretch out your wrists by bringing your butt toward the ground and keeping your palms flat. Use new cards. It's much easier to throw new, stiff, crisp cards, than old ones that you've been playing rummy with for years. If you want to make it easy on yourself, get some new good-quality cards that'll stand up to throwing, and replace them regularly to get the most accuracy and power out of your throws.	Grip the card correctly for an overhand toss. Hold your hand palm-side up. Curve your wrist and wind your arm up over your shoulder. Snap your wrist forward. Keep practicing. Grip the card correctly. Curl the card back into your wrist. Keep it in the wrist. Flick your wrist forward. Release the card. Focus on spin. Aim at an appropriate target. Experiment with different grips. Build strength in your wrist. Use new cards.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Google-Doc	How to Make a Google Doc	On a computer: 1. Sign into docs.google.com. 2. Click Blank or select a template. On a phone or tablet: 1. Install Google Docs. 2. Open Google Docs. 3. Tap +. 4. Tap New document or select a template.	Go to https://docs.google.com in a web browser. You can use any Windows or macOS web browser to access Google Docs, including Chrome, Safari, and Microsoft Edge. If you don't have a Google/Gmail account, you'll need to create one before you can access Google Docs. Sign in with your Google account. Follow the on-screen instructions to sign in with your Google/Gmail account name and password. This brings you to a list of documents you've opened, edited, or otherwise worked on. You'll also see some options for creating a new document at the top of the screen. Click Blank + to create a blank document. It's in the top-left area of the page. This creates a blank document that you can edit however you wish. If you want to create a new document from a template, click Template Gallery near the top-right corner of the page to expand the list, then click a template to create a new document. Popular template options (such as Resume and Brochure ) appear at the top-center area of the page. Click Untitled document to rename the file. The document is called "Untitled document" by default. To change the title to something other than "Untitled document," press Del to delete the text, and then type a new name for your document. Press ↵ Enter or ⏎ Return to save your changes. Edit your document. As long as you're connected to the internet, Google Docs will save your work as you type. Use the toolbar at the top of the document to adjust the font size, face, color, and style. To adjust the line spacing, click the Format menu, select Line Spacing , and then choose Single , Double , or your preferred option. The Format menu also contains tools for adding columns, headers, footers, headers, and more. To insert an image, table, chart, or special characters, click the Insert menu, choose the item you want to insert, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Google Docs will underline any potential spelling errors—click an underlined word to see suggestions, then click the one you want to use. To spellcheck your entire document, click the Tools menu, and then select Spelling. If you want to download a copy of your document, click the File menu, select Download as , and then choose a format. Share your document. If you want the document to be a collaborative effort with others, you can share it with an individual or group. Here's how: Click the blue Share button near the top-right corner of the page. Enter the email addresses of the people you want to share with, separated by commas. Click the pencil icon to the right of the "People" box to view a list of permissions ( Can view , Can edit , Can comment ), then choose an option. Click Advanced at the bottom-right corner of the Sharing window to see more options, and make changes as needed. Click Send to send a link to the document. Exit the document. Click the blue sheet of paper icon at the top-left corner of the page to return to the document list. Edit the document in the future. When you want to work on the document, just return to https://docs.google.com , then click the document's name in the file list. Install Google Docs on your phone or tablet. If you're using an iPhone or iPad, you can download the app from the App Store. If you have an Android, you can download it from the Play Store. See How to Install Apps to learn how to download an app to your mobile device. If you don't have a Google/Gmail account, you'll need to create one before you can access Google Docs. Open Google Docs. It's the blue sheet of paper icon (labeled "Docs") typically found on the home screen (iPhone/iPad) or in the app drawer (Android). Tap the +. It's in a circle at the bottom-right corner of the screen. Tap New document to create a blank document. If you're using an Android, this creates a new blank document. If you're using an iPhone or iPad, enter a title for the document and tap CREATE. If you'd prefer to use a template, tap Choose template to open the template browser, then tap a template to create a document with that format. Edit your document. As long as you're connected to the internet, Google Docs will save your work as you type. To adjust paragraph alignment and/or line spacing, double-tap the location where you want the change to begin, tap the Format icon (the A with multiple lines), select Paragraph , and then choose your options. To change the look of your text, double-tap some text to bring up the blue markers, then drag them to select the text you want to edit. Tap the Format icon (the A with multiple lines), select Text , and then choose your desired options. You can insert images, headers, footers, tables, page numbers, and more when you're in Print Mode. To turn on Print Mode, tap the three dots at the top-right corner, then slide the "Print layout" option to On. Then, tap the pencil at the bottom-right corner to return to the editor, tap the + to open the insert menu, then select the item you want to insert. Share your document. If you want the document to be a collaborative effort with others, you can share it with an individual or group. Here's how: Tap the Share button (a person with a "+") at the top to open the "Share screen. Type the email address of someone you want to share with into the "People" field. Tap the pencil icon to the right of the "People" box to view a list of permissions ( View , Edit , Comment ), then choose an option. Tap the Send icon (a paper airplane) at the top-right corner to email the document link. Edit the document in the future. When you want to work on the document, just launch the Google Docs app and tap the document's title in the file list. To make changes, tap the pencil icon at the bottom-right corner to enter editing mode.	Go to https://docs.google.com in a web browser. Sign in with your Google account. Click Blank + to create a blank document. Click Untitled document to rename the file. Edit your document. Share your document. Exit the document. Edit the document in the future. Install Google Docs on your phone or tablet. Open Google Docs. Tap the +. Tap New document to create a blank document. Edit your document. Share your document. Edit the document in the future.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Fingerprint-Powder	How to Make Fingerprint Powder	You can make your own fingerprint powder to easily lift people's fingerprints off hard surfaces and examine them. To make your powder, you'll need corn starch, a lighter or matches, a measuring cup, a candle, a ceramic bowl, a knife or paintbrush, and a mixing bowl. Light the candle and hold the bottom of the ceramic bowl over the flame until it burns a layer of soot onto the bottom of the bowl. Scrape the soot into a mixing bowl and mix it with corn starch. When you want to lift a print, dust the powder onto it, then press the sticky side of tape against the dust-covered fingerprint. Press the tape onto a sheet of white paper to make it easy to examine.	Gather your materials. You will need corn starch, a measuring cup, a lighter or matches, a candle, a ceramic bowl, a knife or paintbrush, and a mixing bowl. The mixing bowl can be glass, plastic, or ceramic. However, you can't substitute the ceramic bowl for another kind of bowl. The process of making the fingerprint powder can crack glass and melt plastic. If you decide that making your own powder is too much trouble, you can buy it from science and hobby supply stores or online. Use the bowl and candle to create soot. First, use the lighter or the matches to light the candle. Next, hold the bottom of the ceramic bowl over the flame. The candle will burn a layer of soot onto the bottom of the bowl. Move the bowl over the flame so that every part of the bottom touches the candle. Wear an oven mitt or use a dishtowel to protect your hand from the heat. Always be careful when working with an open flame. Children should have adult supervision. Scrape off the soot into the mixing bowl. Hold the soot-covered bowl over the mixing bowl. Next, use a dull knife or a paintbrush to scrape the soot off of the ceramic bowl and into the mixing bowl. You will have about a teaspoon of soot. The more soot you have, the more fingerprint powder you will be able to make. Repeat these steps to make more soot as many times as you'd like. Scraping soot is very messy. If you want to avoid getting soot on your fingers, wear gloves. Similarly, cover your workspace with a towel to keep it clean. Mix the soot with corn starch. Use a measuring cup to evaluate how much soot you have gathered. Next, add an equal part of corn starch to the soot. Mix the two powders together well with a whisk. For example, if you collected a ¼ cup of soot, you would need to add a ¼ cup of corn starch. Store the powder in an airtight container. Place the fingerprint powder in a plastic food storage container with a lid. Alternatively, store your fingerprint powder in a plastic re-sealable bag. These containers are airtight and won't allow any moisture into your powder. Keep the container on a shelf in a low-traffic area. Otherwise, someone may knock the powder over and create a sooty mess. Find a fingerprint. Search for household items that have been handled recently. Choose items with smooth surfaces. The smoother the surface, the easier it is to lift a fingerprint. If you want to practice lifting fingerprints, you can make your own by touching a glass. Avoid trying to lift prints from soft, pliable surfaces. These surfaces require a special fingerprinting chemical. Dust the powder over the print. Once you've located your fingerprint, sprinkle some of your fingerprinting powder over it in a thin layer. Next, carefully brush the powder over the fingerprint, covering it completely. Once the print is covered, gently brush the excess powder away. You will see a dark, clearly-defined fingerprint. Gently blow on the fingerprint to help remove excess powder. Use clear tape to lift the print. Find some clear plastic tape. Measure out a small piece. Next, press the sticky side of the tape against the dust-covered fingerprint. Slowly pull the tape away to lift the print. Smooth out any wrinkles in the tape before lifting the print. Display the fingerprint. Press the sticky side of the fingerprinted tape onto a sheet of white paper or a white note card. The contrast of the dark fingerprint against the white paper will make the print easier to examine. Catalogue your family. Ask each of your family members for a fingerprint. Tape the fingerprints on a notecard or a white sheet of paper. Record each family member's name, birthday, and gender. You can catalogue one finger or all ten if you'd like. If you record all ten fingers, it will be easier to identify found prints. Classify your prints. Fingerprints come in three categories: arch, loop, and whirl. These patterns are found in the lines from the fingerprints. An arch looks like a short bump. A loop looks like a long, thin arch. A whirl resembles a circle surrounded by smaller lines. These classifications are important when identifying fingerprints. Write the fingerprint classification for each family member on their fingerprint card. The different shapes can also lean left or right. If so, indicate which direction the whirl, loop, or arch leans on the family members fingerprint card. Compare any found fingerprints. When you find fingerprints around the house, compare them to your catalogue. Look for matching classification and tilt. For example, if the fingerprint you found was a whirl that leaned to the left, you would look through your catalogue for a similarly identified print. Store successfully identified fingerprints on the back of their respective fingerprint card. This will make future identifications easier.	Gather your materials. Use the bowl and candle to create soot. Scrape off the soot into the mixing bowl. Mix the soot with corn starch. Store the powder in an airtight container. Find a fingerprint. Dust the powder over the print. Use clear tape to lift the print. Display the fingerprint. Catalogue your family. Classify your prints. Compare any found fingerprints.
https://www.wikihow.com/Succeed-in-Telemarketing	How to Succeed in Telemarketing	To succeed in telemarketing, start by mastering your script and practicing it in front of other people, so you can deliver it clearly and convincingly. Then, use simple, polite greetings on your calls and get right to the point, so your potential customer doesn't hang up on you. Try to speak in plain but professional language, like saying “good offer” instead of “good deal." Additionally, give your pitch at a moderate speed, since talking too fast can make you seem impatient, while speaking too slowly can come across as condescending.	Know what you need to accomplish. Before making calls, be sure to know just what is expected of you for that day, especially sales targets. This will help you to plan out a calling strategy. And don't be shy about asking your supervisor to clarify instructions. This shows that you're detail-oriented, a quality which bosses and managers look for in their employees. Set goals you can reach. Once you have your daily assignment, set some hourly goals. These should be ambitious enough to reach your daily targets, without being so demanding that they're unrealistic. Placing impossible expectations on yourself can cause needless stress and frustration. Remove distractions. To create a work environment where you can focus, you'll need to do away with potential distractions. Before you begin to make calls, remember to turn off your cell phone, close any web browsers on your computer, and tell co-workers that you'd prefer not to be disturbed during work time. To help you limit your internet time, try productivity tools such as LeechBlock or SelfControl. Get comfortable at your desk. Sit at your desk with a good posture, not slumped back or bending over your keyboard. Arrange your devices so you can access them easily. Also be sure to have everything you need at your desk, such as calling lists and a bottle of water. This way you shouldn't need to get up until your break time. Be sure you're sleeping enough. Try to get in the habit of sleeping for as many hours as you need to in order to function well the next day. This might mean not sleeping in too long on Sunday, if you'll need to get up early for work on Monday. You'll need to be in top form and focused to sound pleasant and convincing on the phone. Consider taking a walk during your break to clear your mind and to recharge your energy. Master your script. Your supervisor should give you a script to follow for your initial sales pitch. Or you may be asked to create your own script based on some guidelines. You'll want to avoid reading the script word-for-word, since this an easy way to lose a potential customer's interest. Memorize it by reading it several times, then trying to cite it from memory one line at a time. In the telemarketing industry, the product offer is known as an “Elevator pitch” because of how it summarizes the product or service in a few sentences, which should be recited during the time it takes to ride in an elevator. Practice in front of others. If you're just starting out in telemarketing, you might have problems with shyness. To reduce any reluctance you may have to make calls because of shyness, ask your supervisor if you could practice your sales pitch in front of a group of fellow employees. Ask them to give you feedback on how clearly you're speaking, the appropriateness of your tone of voice, and how convincing your delivery is. Ask one person in the group to act as the potential customer, and carry out a mock sales conversation with them. Another good way to build confidence is to shadow a fellow employee. Ask your supervisor about spending time watching, listening to, and taking notes on a top employee while they make calls. Asking your boss for extra help will show them that you're a dedicated employee and interested in doing all you can to help the company. Get to know your product. In order to be able to speak convincingly about the product or service you're pitching to the potential customer, it's important that you understand it well. Ask your supervisor for a written summary of the product or service that you can study. If you're selling a physical item, ask to see the product so you can study its characteristics and afterwards describe it better to the customer. Read up on your audience. Most telemarketing firms limit their calling lists to potential customers who are most likely to buy their products or services. Ask your supervisor for a summary of the backgrounds of potential customers you'll be calling. They may all have several things in common, such as age, income, gender, or profession. Knowing these beforehand can help you to customize your pitch to the audience. If you're calling an existing customer, find out as much as you can about their purchasing history and product preferences. Be sure to use this information when making your pitch. Be ready for negative responses. The majority of potential customers that you call will not be keen on what you're offering them—at least at first, of course. That's where your persuasion skills come into play. But you can't expect to be able to come up with replies to negative answers on the spot, so you'll need to prepare a list of replies to potential rejections to your sales pitch. For example, in reply to, “Sorry, I'm not interested,” you can keep them on the line with, “But I haven't told you the best thing about [the product or service],” or “If you'll give me twenty seconds I'd like to try to change your mind.” Practice last names. Mispronouncing a potential customer's last name is a sure way to lose their interest right away. If the name's pronunciation is unfamiliar to you, ask a co-worker or supervisor for help with a possible pronunciation. If you're confident you know how a longer, multi-syllable name should be said, practice reciting it a few times before making the call. If you're not sure how to pronounce a last name, it's best not to even try. Instead, simply address the person you're calling as “sir” or “ma'am.” Or if it is permitted by your supervisor, address the person by their first name—it's less risky to come off as too familiar with a person than it is to botch their last name. Smile while talking. Potential customers will tend be less bothered by a cold call if they're greeted cheerfully. You will sound as if you're smiling when you actually do smile while delivering your pitch. To help you with this, have a mirror nearby to occasionally check your expression when you're on the phone. Use a simple, polite greeting. Try starting with the same greeting each time. There's no need to try to get creative at this point, since you might risk setting an inappropriate tone for the conversation before hearing the respondent's tone of voice. For example, try either “Hello, is Ms. / Mr. [last name] available?” or “Hello, may I please speak with Ms. / Mr. [last name]?” as greetings. Get right to the point. When making cold calls it's important to grab the potential customer's interest in the first five seconds or so. You need to quickly give them a good reason not to just hang up. That's why moving from the greeting right into your pitch is essential. Try not to follow your greeting with phrases like “How are you today?” These can only add to the potential customers' sense that you're taking up their time. Avoid saying “Is this a good time?” or “Did I call at a bad time?” You can assume that if this is the case, the person you called won't answer, will hang up immediately, or will let you know that it's bad time without your having to ask. Speak in plain language. As you deliver your pitch and follow-up explanations, try to use a simple and straightforward vocabulary. Be careful not to use technical terms without defining them, and go with alternative phrasings if you can say same thing in more basic language. Even if you detect that the person you're speaking with is well educated, it's always more efficient to use the most direct and universal language possible. Avoid using informal language that gives off an air of unprofessionalism. Make an effort to say "Good offer” instead of “Good deal,” “That's fine” instead of “No worries,” “Yes” instead of “Yeah” or “Yep,” and “Please hold for a moment” instead of “Bear with me.” Work on pacing your delivery. Try to get in the habit of listening to how quickly or slowly you're speaking. This way, you can make adjustments to ensure that you're being understood. Rushing through your pitch might confuse the potential customer, but talking too slowly could make them impatient or sound condescending. Emphasize the product’s results. A potential customer will want to know about not only what the product or service is, but also what it can do for them. When explaining the product in the pitch or answering questions, be sure to talk about performance and results. If you're doing this right, potential customers shouldn't need to ask you, “But what will this do for me / my company?” To have some results-based information on hand, ask your supervisor for statistics on customer satisfaction and product performance. Build on positive momentum. Once you make a sale, try to carry the confidence you build from it into the next call. This means not being tempted to feel satisfied with one sale, and instead moving right into dialing another number. If you feel frustrated or overworked, these would be times when a break could help you. But this isn't the case when you're doing well, since you could lose whatever knack you've developed even during a short break. To keep things going, don't put the phone back on the hook after a successful call—just hang up and then dial the next number. Avoid frustration by staying positive. Think on the bright side about what you accomplished even during a rejected pitch: you may have left the customer with a good impression of the company, or learned that a certain phrase or response probably isn't effective. And at the very least you can feel good that you've crossed this person off the list of potential customers. If a potential customer is rude with you, don't take it personally. Remember, it's the product that is being rejected, not you. Don’t assume a gender. If the person you're calling has a feminine-sounding name, and you reach a person with a feminine voice, try to avoid assuming that you've reached the person you're looking for. The same goes for an apparent masculine name and voice. Making an assumption would sound something like, “Oh, hello, Mrs. Thompson?” If you're correct, you risk sounding suspiciously familiar. If not correct, you could cause offense if you mistake someone's gender. Adjust your tone according to theirs. In order to give the impression that you're speaking to the potential customer and not at them, try to adapt your tone of voice to the mood they present. If they sound upbeat, put some extra enthusiasm into your delivery. If they sound tired or angry, speak in a neutral but friendly tone to avoid sounding oblivious to them. Don't use a familiar form of address unless they address you with familiarity. Resist addressing them as “Mate,” “Guy,” “Sister,” “Brother,” “Man,” “Dude,” “Partner,” or “Pal” unless they address you in this way first. Learn to detect hesitation. An experienced telemarketer will know the signs of a person who is hesitant and one who is adamantly not interested. If the potential customer turns you down, but doesn't hang up on you after your pitch, it's possible they could be hesitating. Even if they're just being polite by not hanging up, polite people are much more likely to stay on the phone if you can convince them to. To try to keep them on the line, try responding with "I think you might change your mind if you knew a little more about this product / service." Show your gratitude. Whether you've just made a sale, or are dealing with someone who has insistently refused the offer, be sure to express your respect for the customer's time. Even if they don't seem interested now, they could always become a customer in the future. At the very least, you want to leave them with a positive impression of the company, so show courtesy by being thankful when ending the call. If they're not interested, thank them by saying something like, “I appreciate your time,” or “Thank you for your interest.” If they make a purchase, or ask to be called back, add intensifiers: “I really appreciate your time,” or “Thank you very much for your interest.”	Know what you need to accomplish. Set goals you can reach. Remove distractions. Get comfortable at your desk. Master your script. Practice in front of others. Get to know your product. Read up on your audience. Be ready for negative responses. Practice last names. Smile while talking. Use a simple, polite greeting. Get right to the point. Speak in plain language. Work on pacing your delivery. Emphasize the product’s results. Build on positive momentum. Avoid frustration by staying positive. Don’t assume a gender. Adjust your tone according to theirs. Learn to detect hesitation. Show your gratitude.
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Out-of-a-Headlock	How to Get Out of a Headlock	To get out of a headlock, turn your head toward your attacker and then use your hand to strike them in the gut or ribs. You can also use your arm to reach up and gouge your attacker's eyes, grab their nose, or pull their head back. If you pull their head back, stand up straight as you pull them back and then use your hand to hit them and push them away so you can escape.	Turn your head toward your attacker. Turn into your opponent's body so your airway is no longer constricted. This will allow you to breathe so you can escape the headlock. Stun your attacker. Use your hand closest to the front of your attacker's body to strike his testicles (if your attacker is male). Also try to strike your opponent in the gut or ribs with your elbow. Striking your attacker in the gut and ribs works for both male and female attackers. Keep your outside hand free to attack his testicles, or to protect your face if your attacker tries to hit you. If it is a life-or-death situation, biting is totally on the table and it is an excellent way to injure an attacker if he is not set up properly. However, do be aware that if he has you in a proper chokehold (elbow joint is aligned vertically with your esophagus, and his choking-arm hand is on his opposite bicep, with his opposite hand on the base of your skull), attempting to bite will give him an easy chance to pull your neck towards him, rendering you unconsciousness. Reach to your attacker's head. Use your outer arm to reach around and up to your attacker's face. If this is a life-or-death situation, use your fingers to try and gouge her eyes, reach underneath her nose with your hand or fingers to pull her head back, or reach underneath her chin with your hand to pull her head back. Keep your other hand on the arm or hand that was head-locking you. The body has to follow the head. That is why pulling her head back will render her unbalanced. Stand up and attack. As you pull back your attacker's head, stand straight up to disarm him even more (his back will be curved). Use the hand that was holding onto his head-locking hand and arm to attack him again in the ribs or groin and push him away from you. This would be your time to run and escape. Protect your airway. Turn your head toward the side from which your attacker is choking you. This will ensure that your airway doesn't get cut off. Use your hands to grab onto your attacker's arm, with your fingers on the inside of her arm, near your chin. Tuck your chin. Raise or shrug your shoulders so you create a space where you can tuck your chin down to your body and get your fingers into the space between his arm and your chin. Aim to tuck your chin into the crook of his elbow; that is where there will be the most wiggle room. Sink down in his hold by bending your knees. This will make it more difficult for your attacker to lock his arm onto your neck. Step back. On the side that your attacker is choking you, step your foot back behind her foot to lock in her leg. Don't arch your back backward. Instead, keep your back curved forward. If you lean back, you render yourself defenseless with no balance. Do not step out to the side, but back, behind her foot so your legs are calf-to-calf. Turn out and throw him down. Bend your knees and turn 180° toward your stepped foot. Your hands should still be on his arm, in between your chin and his arm. Once out of the headlock, pull diagonally across your body to throw your attacker to the ground. Keep your opposite foot (the foot that didn't lock behind your attacker's leg) strong so as to trip your opponent as you throw him to the ground across your body.	Turn your head toward your attacker. Stun your attacker. Reach to your attacker's head. Stand up and attack. Protect your airway. Tuck your chin. Step back. Turn out and throw him down.
https://www.wikihow.com/Ask-Out-a-Girl-at-School	How to Ask Out a Girl at School	Before you try to ask out a girl at school, talk to her when you get a chance so she knows who you are. Try asking her questions about what she likes to do after school or what her favorite classes are. If she seems interested in talking to you, try to find a time when she's alone, and say something like, “I really like you, and I was wondering if you would go out with me?” If you feel a little shy, you could also write her a note or ask her for her number and ask her over text!	Find common ground by talking to her. If you are in similar classes or you've seen her reading a book you read, bring that up so you have something to talk about together. Bonding over something you have in common is a great way to get to know more about her! Introduce yourself to the girl you like if she doesn't know your name. Try walking up to her and saying, “Hey. my name is Sam. What's your name?” One way to do this is to ask her how her classes are going and what her favorite class is. Let her talk about her favorite subject and listen rather than interrupt her. Don't pretend to share the same interests with her just to make her interested in you, because she'll figure it out and you may lose her trust. Learn more by talking to her about her life. Ask her if she has any pets, what her hobbies are, and if she's involved in any after-school groups. Don't ask her for her number or say anything about dating right off the bat, because that may make her uncomfortable. Open a conversation with, “How was the test in English?” or “How's your day going?” Don't say, “You look good. Can I get your number?” This isn't a conversation opener. Compliment her. Start by complimenting something that's obvious like her style. Say you like her glasses or hair today. If you know more about her personally, compliment her intelligence or something else you like about her personality. Say something positive about her creativity, her compassion, or anything you like about her. Remember, sexual harassment is not a compliment. Avoid saying anything about sex if you haven't gotten her consent to talk about it with her. If you know that she likes to make art, tell her, “You're very creative. I'd like to see more of your work.” If you're in the same class, and she made an insightful comment, tell her, “You're really perceptive.” It will make her feel good about herself! Be honest about yourself and your accomplishments. Talk about your interests, such as hobbies, music, books, shows, and so on. Don't be insincere and make up stories that you're on the football team when you're not, but don't be afraid to talk about things you've accomplished! A girl will want to know you for who you are. The more you share your interests, the more you'll find out you have in common! Show her that you’re listening to her while she talks. Maybe you don't like the same books that she does, but remember that conversation you had where she told you what books she likes? That's where listening is helpful, because you can show your interest by giving her a book by an author she likes as a gift. Anyone would be deeply touched by this. For example, if you've been listening to this girl, you might remember that she likes a certain movie franchise, so maybe you can get two tickets to see the next installment. It doesn't matter whether you like it or not. The point is that you're demonstrating you've been listening to her. Ask her out directly once you've become friends. Once you know more about her, ask her if you can talk to her privately. Then, when you're alone with her, ask her out! Try not to jump straight into the question. Instead, add her about her day, make small talk, then ask her out. You might ask her if she's doing anything this weekend, and then say something like “I'd like to get to know you better, and I was wondering if you'd like to get some coffee with me this weekend?” Another example would be, “That new movie that you've been wanting to see is playing. Would you like to go see it with me?” Try asking her out with a statement rather than a question if you want to seem bold and confident. For example, you could say something like, "We should get coffee sometime," rather than "Do you want to get coffee sometime?" Ask her to go with you to an event with your friends to make it seem less like a "date. " If you don't want to show the girl how much you're feeling yet, then inviting her to a party you're hosting or an event with a group of friends will allow you to spend time with her without expressing vulnerable emotions early on. This is a great opportunity to learn more about each other. Be sincere when asking her out. You're more likely to get a "yes!" if you don't try to play off your request. Even if she says no, say "ok" and respect her decision. It might be tempting to pretend you asker her out as a joke, but that might hurt your friendship in the long run. Get her number if you don't already have it. Before you can ask a girl out through text, you'll need to be able to contact her! Get her number from a friend, or ask her for her number if you know her. To play it casually, you can ask her for her number in case you have homework questions or another school-related topic. Try saying something like, "Hey, can I have your number so we can chat about math class?" Alternatively, you could simply say, "Hey, what's your phone number?" if she seems friendly. Friend her on social media if you'd prefer. If you don't have her number, and aren't sure how to get it, don't worry! She may be reachable on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, or another social media site! Ask her friends which one she uses, and friend her through the site. Friending people from school is pretty common, so if you're nervous about asking her for her number, this is a great way around that problem! Some people use different last names on social media, so make sure you found the right profile before sending the friend request. Message her casually asking for a date. Sending a message, whether via text or online messaging system, is a laid-back way of asking her out without a whole lot of pressure. There's no shame in asking someone on a date through messaging these days, and it gives her a chance to reply when she's available! Leave a private message on social media saying, “Hey, what's up? I'd like to get to know you better. Would you like to hang out this weekend?” For example, “Are you free on Tuesday or Wednesday evening?” She may ask “Why?” or respond, “Yes.” Follow up with, “Why don't we hang out for a bit? I have some free time.” If she says yes to hanging out, suggest a time and place. Be prepared for her to suggest a time that works for her, and try to be available when she is. If you aren't, suggest an alternative to keep the date alive! Suggest a specific activity if you'd prefer a more planned approach. If asking her out for an open-ended date seems to scary, try asking her to go to specific event with you. For example, you might say something like "Hey, do you want to go to a concert on Wednesday?" or "I heard the new horror movie is really scary, would you want to go watch it with me on Saturday?" For example, ask her, “How about we meet later this week for this play in the park?” Or, “How about we meet later this week for some coffee?” Try different ideas, but stuck with things you're comfortable with. Don't suggest rock climbing if it's something you've never done before! Use a more exciting approach to suggest something out of the ordinary. This is a good approach if you've shown that you have a spontaneous side. Express that you have an interesting idea for something you two can do later in the week, and don't be afraid to be a little mysterious! For example, say, “Any chance you'd want to come on an adventure with me on Thursday?" A more humorous approach would be, “Let's get to know each other better over some caffeine and figure out how much we complement each other in person.” Invite her to something you already have plans for. This is a great way to ask a girl out if you're already going to an event such as a show, a game, or a local event. You'll be asking her to go somewhere with you that you would've done with or without her, so it's no big deal if she says no. For instance, “On Saturday, I'm going to the ball game. Why don't you join me?” Read the situation so you don’t embarrass her. Depending on the girl, she may not be thrilled to be asked out in front of her friends, family, or in a really public situation. Try to gauge her embarrassment level and what she's into, and create an ask that will appeal to her! Write a note to let her know you’d appreciate her company if she's more private. Keep it short and simple with something along the lines of, “Will you go out with me?” Then, you can figure out a creative way to get the note to her so its' a surprise! For example, offer her a piece of gum that's wrapped in a note with your question written on it. Alternatively, you might try slipping the note into one of her notebooks so she sees it when she gets to class. Use a journal to ask her out romantically. If you're good friends, try recording the time you spend together in a notebook. As you get to know her more, you'll write more entries expressing your feelings. Once you're ready to ask her out, write it in the journal and present it to her. Write a note on a blank page that says, “There are 40 more pages in this journal. The first 19 pages were our memories from my perspective. I'd like the remaining to be memories from our perspective. Be mine?” If you don't know her very well, this may come across as a bit creepy, so make sure she'd like this ask! Steal her phone to ask her out. Just take her phone when she's not looking and change your name in her contacts to “Be My Girlfriend,” and put a cute image of a baby animal as your picture. Give her the phone back and call her. Only do this if you know that she won't be put off by you sneaking into her phone.	Find common ground by talking to her. Learn more by talking to her about her life. Compliment her. Be honest about yourself and your accomplishments. Show her that you’re listening to her while she talks. Ask her out directly once you've become friends. Ask her to go with you to an event with your friends to make it seem less like a "date. Be sincere when asking her out. Get her number if you don't already have it. Friend her on social media if you'd prefer. Message her casually asking for a date. Suggest a specific activity if you'd prefer a more planned approach. Use a more exciting approach to suggest something out of the ordinary. Invite her to something you already have plans for. Read the situation so you don’t embarrass her. Write a note to let her know you’d appreciate her company if she's more private. Use a journal to ask her out romantically. Steal her phone to ask her out.
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Psychic	How to Become a Psychic	To become a psychic, write down any visions or feelings you experience throughout the day, since these may be premonitions about the future that you can learn to interpret. After you've got a list of some feelings, try looking for signs of them in the world around you by actively listening and looking. If you want to explore a particular image or setting, sit comfortably in a candlelit or moonlit room, and picture a detailed image of the place you want to explore in your mind. Once you can see the image, spend around 30 minutes exploring each element of it carefully. When you're working with another person, look at the lines on their hand and compare them with a palmistry chart, which can help you identify their life trajectory. You could also purchase tarot cards, which you can use to tell a person's future.	Be aware of your surroundings. Reach out with your five senses. Your intuition or extrasensory perception (ESP) will operate best when you are actively listening, looking, and feeling the world around you. Focus your energies with specific techniques. There are a variety of tools psychics can employ to uncover the future for themselves or others. Tarot cards can be useful for telling individual fortunes. Gazing into a crystal ball (also known as scrying) can reveal similar truths. Palmistry charts will also allow you to read the fortune of an individual using their hands. The lines of the hand contain important information about life trajectories. Stay open to the possibilities of your clairvoyance. Clairvoyant experiences might take the form of a premonition, knowledge about a particular situation or event, or the ability to see a physical aura around certain individuals. Record any visions or hunches you feel throughout the day. Utilize these revelations to make positive decisions. Don't be alarmed by the sudden arrival of visions or dreams. Clairvoyant psychic energies can reveal the past, present, or future. Some of this information will be immediately intelligible, while some will require thoughtful interpretation. Identify the purpose of your astral projection. Are you in search of guidance? Personal growth? Enlightenment? Set the stage. A room lit only by candlelight will provide a quiet, meditative space. A room bathed in moonlight will also bring you peace and give your projection experience an ethereal quality. Assume a comfortable position. Some people like to lie down; others prefer to simply recline in a wide-backed chair or sofa. Obtain an image of the place or time you wish to explore. Try to use an image that has a variety of elements and a high level of detail. If you don't have a good image, or wish to explore an a temporal world, you can simply envision the place you wish to go. You can also achieve astral projection by envisioning your body lying prone, then “zooming out” from the perspective of a balloon rising higher and higher. Focus on the image. Gaze at your chosen image at least thirty minutes. Let your eye wander over each object or element of the image in a slow, repetitive cycle. Chant your personal mantra. This is a short phrase you can use to focus your thoughts and energy. For instance, you might chant "I am present in the moment." You can chant out loud at first, but wind down towards a silent chant. Close your eyes and reach out to the universe. Picture yourself in the time or place you wish to explore, or visiting the individual you want to contact. Reengage with your physical body. One tried and true method is to envision yourself falling down into your physical body again. You could also simply envision your physical body in the place you left it and recognize your desire to return to it. Have a partner bring you a series of unfamiliar objects. If you're just starting out, small metal objects work best. For more advanced practice, you might use unwashed clothing. Arrange them in front of you and focus on each one in sequence. Let your eye travel from one object to the next, staying conscious of the initial feelings or impressions you get from each. Get comfortable. Take a few deep, cleansing breaths. Relax into a seated position and close your eyes. Take an object in your hands. Turn it over and open your mind to the history it contains. If you see or hear anything, let your partner know. Repeat with all objects and check for verification later. Try to identify the gender, age, and race of the owner. Report your impressions with accuracy and ask your partner for verification. Don't fret if you don't get any impressions. Not every object will inspire a vision.	Be aware of your surroundings. Focus your energies with specific techniques. Stay open to the possibilities of your clairvoyance. Record any visions or hunches you feel throughout the day. Identify the purpose of your astral projection. Set the stage. Assume a comfortable position. Obtain an image of the place or time you wish to explore. Focus on the image. Chant your personal mantra. Close your eyes and reach out to the universe. Reengage with your physical body. Have a partner bring you a series of unfamiliar objects. Arrange them in front of you and focus on each one in sequence. Get comfortable. Take an object in your hands.
https://www.wikihow.com/Melt-Crayons	How to Melt Crayons	To melt crayons, first remove the paper wrappers and sort them by color. Then, cut or break the crayons into small pieces that are all roughly the same size. Next, put similarly colored crayon pieces in a microwave-safe container and microwave them for 2 minutes, pausing to stir them every 30 seconds. Once the crayons are melted, you can pour them into a mold or use the wax for another project.	Assemble a double boiler or bain marie. Fill a large pot with 1 to 2 inches (2.54 to 5.08 centimeters) of water. Place a heat-safe glass container inside the large pot. The top of the glass container should be above the water level. If you have a metal beaker used for candle-making, you can use this instead of the glass container. Peel the wrappers off of the crayons. If you don't remove the wrapper, you will end up with a soggy mess. Here are a few easy ways to remove crayon wrappers: Peel and tear the wrapper off. Start at one end (top or bottom) and the seam of the wrapper. Nick your fingernail under the wrapper, and start tearing it off. If the wrappers are difficult to remove, run a craft knife down the length of a crayon and gently cut the wrapper open. Peel the wrapper off. Soak the crayon in a bowl of hot water for a few minutes. The water will soften the paper and make it easier to remove. Some crayons have very loose wrappers that are not glued on. You might be able to slide these off like a sock or a paper wrapper off a straw. Consider separating the crayons by color. If you have a bunch of crayons in different colors, you can sort them by color. This will save you time later when you are melting the crayons. You do not have to group specific colors together, such as putting all of the "periwinkle" blues together and the "royal" blues together. Instead, just group all of the blues together, all of the yellows together, and so forth. Cut the crayons into smaller pieces using a craft knife or a kitchen knife. You want the pieces to be about ½ inches (1.27 centimeters) long. This will help them melt quicker and reduce the number of lumps that might form. Turn on the stove and bring the water to a boil. Once the water starts boiling, lower the temperature and keep the water at a steady simmer. Drop the crayon pieces into the glass container. Do not put all of the colors in all at once, or you will get a murky brown color. Instead, drop the crayons in based on color. If you sorted the colors out beforehand, you can just drop the color piles into the container. If you are making crayon candles , then add some shaved candle wax and a few drops of essential oil or candle fragrance. If you are making crayon-based lipstick , then you will need to start with one crayon (you can use one color, or different colors amounting to one crayon) and ½ teaspoon of shea butter, and ½ teaspoon of oil, such as almond oil, Argan oil, coconut oil, jojoba oil, or olive oil. If you want to add any extras, such as glitter, fragrance, or essential oil, now is the time to do so. Wait until the crayons are melted. Stir them occasionally with a spoon so that everything gets heated evenly. Do not leave the stove unattended and be sure to use good ventilation; the fumes given off by the melting wax can cause headaches. If the water level in the big pot starts to get too low, add more water. Take the container out of the water and use the wax. The glass container will be very hot, so be sure to use an oven mitt or pot holder to protect your hand. You can pour the hot wax into silicone ice cube molds or candy molds to make fun-shaped crayons. You can also use this wax to make crayon-based lipstick or candles. Peel the paper wrappers off the crayons. If you don't remove the wrappers, the wax may melt into them and create a greasy, waxy mess. Here are a few simple ways to remove crayon wrappers: Peel and tear the wrapper off. Score the paper wrapper with a craft knife and peel the wrapper open. Soak the crayons in a bowl of hot water for a few minutes to loosen the wrapper, then peel the wrapper off. Some crayons have very loose wrappers. You might be able to simply slide these off. Consider separating the crayons by color. If you have a bunch of crayons, you can sort them into similar colors. This means that you put all of the pinks together and all of the purples together. You don't have to focus on grouping specific colors together, such as putting all of the "bubblegum" pinks together and all of the "rose" pinks together. Use a craft knife or a kitchen knife to cut the crayons into smaller pieces. You want the pieces to be about ½ inches (1.27 centimeters) long. This will help reduce the melting time. Put the crayon pieces into a microwave-safe container. You can use a glass jar or even an old coffee mug. If you have multiple colors, then put each color group into a separate container. If you wish to make candles out of crayons , then use one part shaved candle wax to one part crayon. You can also add a few drops of essential oil or candle-making fragrance. If you are making lipstick , then you will need one crayon (you can use one color, or different colors amounting to one crayon) and ½ teaspoon of shea butter, and ½ teaspoon of oil, such as almond oil, Argan oil, coconut oil, jojoba oil, or olive oil. Place the containers into the microwave. You can put multiple colors/containers into the microwave at one time, but don't overcrowd the microwave oven. It is better to heat each color one at a time, or heat in small batches. Microwave the crayons for 2 minutes, pausing every 30 seconds to stir. Do not step away from the microwave; keep an eye on the melting crayons. Each microwave is different, and your crayons may melt sooner. Use the melted wax. Once the crayons are completely melted, you may pour the wax into silicone molds or plastic candy molds to make fun-shaped crayons. You can also use the wax to make crayon-based lipstick and candles. If you want to add any extras, such as glitter, fragrance, or essential oil, do so now. Be sure to stir it in well. Don't add the glitter earlier; it might react with the microwave. Preheat the oven to 200°F (94°C). In this method, you will be melting some old crayons into fun new shapes. Peel any paper off the crayons. Most crayons have wrappers that are easy to peel off. Some might even slide off on their own. If you are having troubles removing the wrappers, here are a few tips: Run a craft knife down the length of a crayon, gently slicing the paper wrapper open. Be careful not to cut the actual crayon. You should be able to pull the wrapper off easily. If the wrappers are difficult to remove, soak the entire crayon in a bowl of hot water for a few minutes. The water will help soften the paper, making it easier to remove. Consider separating the crayons by color. If you are using a lot of crayons, you can save time later by sorting them into similar colors. This means that you put the yellows with the yellows and the blues with the blues. You do not have to group specific colors together, such as putting all of the "cornflower" blues together and the "goldenrod" yellows together. Slice the crayons into smaller pieces using a craft knife or a kitchen knife. You want the pieces to be about ½ inches (1.27 centimeters) long. This will help them melt quicker and reduce the number of lumps that might form. Find a suitable baking tin or silicone mold. You can use an old cupcake or muffin tin, or you can use a silicone baking or ice cube mold. Silicone has a very high melting point, so it is safe to use in the oven. If you are using a cupcake or muffin tin, consider lightly greasing the wells with cooking spray or shortening. This will prevent any sticking. You can also line the wells with cupcake liners instead. If you are using a silicone mold, you do not need to line it or grease it. The mold is stick-resistant and flexible, so the melted crayons (once hardened) will easily "pop" out. Place the crayon pieces into the molds. If you plan on making fun-shaped crayons, then you will want to over-fill each well a little bit. This is because the crayons will spread out and fill in the gaps when they melt. Consider matching colors to the shape. For example, if your mold has different shapes, such as stars and hearts, put the reds and pinks in the heart-shaped well, and the yellows and blues in the star-shaped well. Consider mixing and matching some colors. Try putting reds, oranges, and yellows into one shape, blues and greens into another, and pinks and purples into a third. Place the tin in the oven and bake it for 10 to 15 minutes. If you are using silicone mold, place it onto a baking sheet first. Remove the tin from the oven. Once the crayons have completely melted, pull the tin out of the oven. You can now use the melted wax for your project, or you can let the wax cool and harden in the mold to make fun-shaped crayons. If you are making fun-shaped crayons, you can speed up the cooling process by waiting until the wax hardens a bit, then sticking the molds into the freezer for 30 minutes. Remove the hardened crayons from the molds. If you are making fun-shaped crayons, wait for the wax to harden completely. You can tell if the wax has set if the bottom of the mold or tin is cool to the touch. Once the wax has set, turn the mold upside down. If you are using cupcake or muffin tins, the crayons should pop right out. If they don't, you can lightly tap the tray against the counter. If you are using a silicone mold, gently grip the edges of the mold, and press down on the bulging shape, pushing the crayon out.	Assemble a double boiler or bain marie. Peel the wrappers off of the crayons. Consider separating the crayons by color. Cut the crayons into smaller pieces using a craft knife or a kitchen knife. Turn on the stove and bring the water to a boil. Drop the crayon pieces into the glass container. Wait until the crayons are melted. Take the container out of the water and use the wax. Peel the paper wrappers off the crayons. Consider separating the crayons by color. Use a craft knife or a kitchen knife to cut the crayons into smaller pieces. Put the crayon pieces into a microwave-safe container. Place the containers into the microwave. Microwave the crayons for 2 minutes, pausing every 30 seconds to stir. Use the melted wax. Preheat the oven to 200°F (94°C). Peel any paper off the crayons. Consider separating the crayons by color. Slice the crayons into smaller pieces using a craft knife or a kitchen knife. Find a suitable baking tin or silicone mold. Place the crayon pieces into the molds. Place the tin in the oven and bake it for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove the tin from the oven. Remove the hardened crayons from the molds.
https://www.wikihow.com/Prevent-Thrush	How to Prevent Thrush	To prevent oral thrush in adults, brush your teeth twice per day and floss at least once per day to keep this naturally occurring fungus to a minimum. You should also replace your toothbrush every 3-4 months, get regular dental cleanings, and rinse out your mouth after using a corticosteroid inhaler. To prevent vaginal thrush, wear underwear made of breathable fabric and avoid using irritants like heavily-scented soaps, douches, and deodorants near your vaginal area.	Brush and floss your teeth. To keep your teeth healthy and resistant to infection, you should brush your teeth twice a day and floss once a day. Brushing when you get up in the morning and before you go to bed at night will keep your mouth healthy and infection free. Brushing and flossing reduces the risk of various infections in the mouth, including gingivitis. If your immune system is trying to fight off other infections, it is less likely to be able to fight off a thrush infection. Keep your dentures clean. Cleaning them daily can remove food debris that can promote the fungus to grow. You should also remove and soak your dentures nightly to reduce the risk of fungal growth. Try removing your dentures at least a couple evenings every week when you are home and don't need to use them, in addition to taking them out while you sleep. This will help keep your mouth and dentures cleaner, which can minimize the chance of getting thrush. Replace your toothbrush every 3 to 4 months. To keep your mouth clean, and to keep fungus at a minimum, you should replace your toothbrush regularly. Dentists generally advise that you should get a new toothbrush every 3 to 4 months. This minimizes the chance of the thrush fungus growing in your toothbrush and infecting your mouth. A toothbrush that needs to be replaced will have worn and misshaped bristles. Fungus does not live outside of the body for very long, but taking preventative measures is better than risking infection. Have regular dental cleanings. Getting dental cleanings several times a year can decrease your chance of getting a thrush infection. Most dental insurance will cover 1 to 2 cleanings per year, so check with your insurance company to verify how many you can have. If you don't have dental insurance, look for a dental school or a free dental clinic in your area to get your cleanings. Regular dental cleanings help to minimize infections in general and will clean off all food debris that you can't remove when brushing and flossing. Your dentist will also be able to spot any signs that a thrush infection is starting in your mouth when they are giving you a cleaning. Getting cleanings is especially important if you wear dentures or have diabetes, as these are 2 risk factors for getting thrush. If you are planning to go to a dental school or clinic for a free cleaning, call ahead to book an appointment, as there may be a long waiting time. Rinse your mouth after using a corticosteroid inhaler. Using an inhaler for asthma can increase your chance of getting thrush. To minimize this risk, rinse your mouth out with water after using it. Rinsing your mouth out will remove any excess medicine from your mouth. Treat illnesses that can cause thrush. There are some diseases that, if left untreated, can increase your likelihood of getting oral thrush. For example, uncontrolled diabetes, in particular, can increase your risk of thrush. Additionally, conditions that suppress your immune system, such as AIDS or cancer, can also increase your risk of thrush because your body won't fight off the infection. Uncontrolled diabetes can increase the amount of sugar in your saliva, which increases the ability of the thrush fungus to grow. If you manage your diabetes with insulin and a controlled diet, your sugar levels and your risk of thrush will be minimized. Immunosuppression can decrease saliva and kill friendly bacteria in the mouth and especially the vaginal areas. Chronic dry mouth can also promote thrush, as a lack of saliva can allow the thrush fungus to grow. Get your dry mouth treated in order to minimize your risk of thrush. Alcoholism, which is a disease, can also increase your risk. Talk to your doctor about your alcohol consumption and any changes they'd recommend. Be aware of treatments that increase your risk of developing thrush. Talk to your doctor about your risk of getting thrush and about ways you can minimize that risk while getting medical treatment. They may be able to adjust your medication or offer additional medications that can minimize the chance of a fungal infection. For instance, treatments for HIV and AIDS can suppress the immune system, which makes a thrush infection more likely. Also, having cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy or radiation can promote the development of thrush. Clean and sterilize your infant's bottles and pacifiers. In order to prevent oral thrush in infants, you should wash and sterilize pacifiers and all bottle parts in hot, soapy water or in a dishwasher. This should be done after every use. Oral thrush can grow on all baby bottle parts, so be sure to wash and sterilize nipples, bottles, and any other parts. Since the nipple provides a warm, moist environment that is hard to clean, it requires extra attention. You can boil them or replace them with new nipples often. If your baby is prone to yeast infections and is bottle fed, consider increasing cleaning and sterilizing of the bottles. It's also a good idea to wash and sterilize toys that your baby likes to chew on, such as teething toys. Breastfeed your infant, if possible. Breastfeeding is less likely to cause thrush than bottle feeding. This is because there is less risk of the fungus growing on a nipple than in a bottle. Bottles can easily pass the fungus to your baby if they are not properly cleaned. If breastfeeding is not possible, it does not mean that your baby will get oral thrush. It just means that you need to be diligent about cleaning your child's bottles. Store milk properly. Yeast can develop in breast milk or formula that is not stored properly. To prevent this, be sure to keep bottles in a refrigerator when they're not being actively used. Breast milk can be kept at room temperature for 6 to 8 hours if you are going to use it during that time. If not, store your breast milk in a refrigerator or freezer. Typically breast milk can be kept in a fridge for up to 5 days and a freezer for up to 6 months. It is possible to store a pre-made bottle of formula in the fridge for as long as the manufacturer suggests. However, when feeding a baby formula it is best to make up the bottles as needed. Treat infections on your nipples. If your nipples have become red and irritated, they may be infected with thrush, though it could also be a case of simple mastitis. See your doctor to get this treated so that you don't pass it on to your infant while breastfeeding. Some symptoms that you may experience if you have thrush on your nipples include itching, burning, flaking, and cracking skin on the nipple. You may also get redness, tiny blisters, shooting pains during and after breast feeding, and deep breast pain that will not go away. Treatment typically consists of an antifungal ointment that is applied to the nipples. Treat vaginal thrush if you are pregnant. If you have vaginal thrush while giving birth, it can be passed on to your infant. Treat the fungal infection before giving birth and you will reduce the risk of your baby contracting it. Pay attention for signs you could have vaginal thrush. Symptoms include abnormal vaginal discharge that is white and cottage cheese-like, swelling in the genital area, burning or itching in the genital area, and pain or discomfort during urination or sex. Discharge from vaginal thrush should not smell, so talk to your doctor about other potential causes if your discharge smells. Vaginal thrush is typically treated with prescription or over-the-counter antifungal medications. However, if you are pregnant you should discuss the condition and treatment with your doctor before beginning treatment. Keep your vaginal area clean. The best way to prevent getting vaginal thrush, also known as a yeast infection, is to clean your vaginal area on a regular basis. Washing it once a day while showering or bathing can keep it clean but not dried out or irritated. Avoid using potential irritants. Using irritating products in your vaginal area can cause the skin to get inflamed and more prone to infection. For example, products that have a lot of perfumes, such as heavily-scented moisturizers or cleaners, can irritate the vaginal area. Avoid using heavily-scented soaps, shower gels, douches, or deodorants in your vaginal area. You should also avoid using latex products in your vaginal area if you have a sensitivity to them. Wear underwear that is made of breathable, natural fabrics. To keep your vaginal area healthy, it's a good idea to wear underwear made of breathable material and to make sure that the underwear is not too tight. This allows for air circulation that can help to minimize fungal development. Underwear made of cotton or silk are good choices. There is special underwear made for people with eczema that can work well for preventing thrush. These can be purchased from online retailers. You can also go without underwear while you're at home, though you should use a towel or blanket to cover the area where you sit. Talk to your doctor about whether to eat probiotics and yogurt. Many people use probiotic supplements and the live cultures in yogurt as a preventative treatment for yeast infections. Since medical researchers are still looking into the effectiveness of these supplements, talk to your doctor about whether they're right for you. Always talk to your doctor about probiotics and yogurt while taking antibiotics. L. acidophilus is the probiotic supplement that is most commonly used to prevent vaginal thrush. It is typically available at health food stores and from online retailers. If you are eating yogurt to minimize your risk of a thrush infection, be sure that it is labeled as having "live cultures." This will ensure that is has the good bacteria that you want. Be cautious if you have risk factors for getting vaginal thrush. There are some risk factors that can increase your likeliness of getting thrush. If you have 1 or more of the risk factors you should be especially careful about keeping your vaginal area clean and cared for. The risk factors include: A previous yeast infection. Your menstrual cycle. Pregnancy. A compromised immune system. Uncontrolled diabetes. Taking antibiotics. Intercourse without proper lubrication.	Brush and floss your teeth. Keep your dentures clean. Replace your toothbrush every 3 to 4 months. Have regular dental cleanings. Rinse your mouth after using a corticosteroid inhaler. Treat illnesses that can cause thrush. Be aware of treatments that increase your risk of developing thrush. Clean and sterilize your infant's bottles and pacifiers. Breastfeed your infant, if possible. Store milk properly. Treat infections on your nipples. Treat vaginal thrush if you are pregnant. Keep your vaginal area clean. Avoid using potential irritants. Wear underwear that is made of breathable, natural fabrics. Talk to your doctor about whether to eat probiotics and yogurt. Be cautious if you have risk factors for getting vaginal thrush.