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https://www.wikihow.com/Cure-a-Headache-Without-Medication | How to Cure a Headache Without Medication | To cure a headache without medication, try gently massaging the part of your head that's aching to help alleviate the pain. If that doesn't help, try holding an ice pack over your forehead, temples, or the back of your neck, which can help ease pain and throbbing. Alternatively, you can take a hot bath or shower to relax your muscles and reduce any tension that's causing your headache. For more intense headaches, try turning all of the lights off and lightly napping for 10-20 minutes, or until your headache has passed. | Go for a walk. Going for a walk and getting some fresh air can do wonders for a headache, particularly if it's caused by stress or staring at a screen for too long. Go somewhere quiet, breathe deeply and let your mind wander. Your headache will be forgotten about in no time. Get as close to nature as possible. A quiet country road or a secluded, sandy beach is ideal - but if you're stuck in the city, a nearby park will do. Pick up the pace and settle into a brisk jog, if you like. Studies have shown that aerobic exercise can help lessen the intensity of pain, and regular exercise can help reduce the frequency of headaches. Apply an ice pack. Try using an ice pack to ease the throbbing in your head, by placing it on your forehead, temples, or the back of your neck. The cooling effect of the ice pack will help to relax muscles and relieve pain. Have a relaxing bath or shower. Headaches that are brought on by stress or tension can often be easily alleviated by just allowing yourself to relax. A hot bath scented with soothing essential oils can work wonders, but even a quick shower can help to wash away the stresses of the day. Give yourself a head massage. Use your thumb and index fingers to gently apply pressure to the part of your head that's aching - whether it's your temples, forehead, the crown of the head or base of the skull. Use a steady rotating motion, combined with light pressure. Do this for 10 to 15 seconds, or longer if necessary. If they're feeling generous, you can ask a partner, friend or family member to massage your head, neck or back, or treat yourself by having a professional massage. Take a nap. Force yourself to take a nap and your headache might just miraculously disappear by the time you wake up. Find a quiet room, close the curtains and lie down on a soft surface. Close your eyes and focus on letting go of the tension in your shoulders, neck, and back. Clear your mind, focus on your breathing and try to drift off into a peaceful sleep. Eat something. Headaches are often caused by hunger. Try eating a small, healthy meal, then wait for up to half an hour for the pain to subside. Try to eat meals at the same time every day to avoid headaches - don't significantly delay or skip meals. Remember to eat slowly - you don't want to end up with a tummy ache as well as a headache! Turn off your computer. Spending long periods of time staring at a computer screen is a common culprit for causing headaches. Staring at a bright screen all day puts strain on your eyes and can too easily lead to headaches. Flashing images can over-activate your retina and the nerves in your eyes, another cause of head pain. Try to limit your computer use whenever possible. If you need to use a computer for work, take frequent breaks; get up, walk around, go outside for some air. Take a ten minute for every hour you're online to stave off headaches. Take a few days every week to keep off electronics and relax. No work/business negotiations should be scheduled. Take these days to relax and reduce stress, as stress is a frequent culprit for headaches. Take magnesium. When taken daily, magnesium may help reduce the frequency of headaches and migraines. This is because magnesium can help to ease nerves, which can become overstimulated during headaches and migraines. You'll likely need more than the average multi-vitamin contains or about 400 to 600 milligrams a day. Look for amino acid-chelated magnesium (many brands contain magnesium oxide, which is not absorbed as well). You can also increase your magnesium by eating dark green vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Get a healthy dose of B vitamins daily. Either take a supplement or include foods in your diet rich in riboflavin, or B2 vitamins. Start eating more organ meats, leafy green vegetables, beans, nuts, and seeds. Avoid headache-inducing substances. Some substances are more likely to cause headaches than others. You can prevent headaches by limiting your intake of these substances: Nitrates and nitrites. Nitrates and nitrites are found in processed meats and in monosodium glutamate (MSG), which is used to enhance the flavor of some foods. Nitrates can also be found in some heart medicines. Phenylethylamine , which is found in some chocolate and cheeses. Tyramine , which is sometimes found in nuts and fermented meats, cheeses, and soy. Aspartame , an artificial sweetener found in many foods. Caffeine and alcohol can also trigger headaches in some people. Wear sunglasses. Prolonged exposure to sunshine can mess with your brain's thalamus, which sends pain signals to your body. To protect your eyes from the glare and decrease the risk of headaches, wear polarized sunglasses with UVA/UVB protection. Make sure your current glasses are correct. If you have eye strain, it could be a cause of headaches. Let your hair down. Many women get tension headaches from an unforgiving hairdo that pulls at their scalp. Loosen your bun or ponytail, or wear your hair down to minimize the risk of headaches. Drink lots of water. Dehydration can often cause headaches. This is because the lack of water leads to reduced blood and oxygen flow to the brain. As soon as you feel a headache coming on, try drinking a cool glass of water. If the headache is caused by dehydration, drinking water can ease or cure it within minutes. You should consume roughly about eight glasses of liquid a day to prevent dehydration. However, 20% of this you can already get from watery foods (e.g. grapes, turkey, watermelon, etc). Drinking water is especially important after the consumption of alcohol, as alcohol causes dehydration, leading to hangover headaches. Use lavender oil. The relaxing properties of lavender products are well known - but did you know that lavender oil can also be very effective in the treatment of headaches? Simply take a bowl of hot water and add a few drops of lavender oil. Lower you head towards the surface of the water and place a towel over your head. Breath deeply, inhaling the lavender-infused vapors. It is also possible to apply lavender oil externally. Try massaging a few drops of the undiluted oil into your temples for a minute or two, while inhaling deeply. Bear in mind that you should not ingest lavender oil. Apply peppermint oil to your head. Rub 3-5 drops of peppermint oil to your temples and forehead into your skin. Lay down and relax for up to 30 minutes to let the oil take effect. Use rosemary. Rosemary can be very helpful in the treatment of headaches. Try massaging your head with a little rosemary oil (which has anti-inflammatory properties) to instantly alleviate pain. Alternatively, you can drink an herbal tea made from a combination of rosemary and sage to ease headaches. To make rosemary and sage tea, add one teaspoon of crushed rosemary leaves and one teaspoon of crushed sage leaves to a cup of boiling water. Cover and leave to infuse until the water reaches room temperature. Drink this tea two or three times a day. Use cloves. Cloves can be used in multiple ways to ease the pain of tension headaches. Here are some suggestions: Gently crush a number of cloves and put the pieces into a sachet bag or clean handkerchief. Inhale the scent of the crushed cloves to gain relief from headaches. Mix clove oil with sea salt and massage into your forehead and temples. The clove oil provides a cooling effect, while the sea salt intensifies the massage. Use basil oil. Basil is a strong-scented herb which can be used effectively in headache treatment. Basil works as a muscle relaxant, thus it can be helpful for treating headaches caused by tension and tight muscles. Drinking basil tea twice a day is an excellent home remedy. Put some fresh, washed basil leaves in a cup of boiling water and allow it to sit for a few minutes before drinking. Sip the tea slowly and your headache should gently ease away. During mild headaches, you can also chew some fresh basil leaves or massage your head with pure basil oil. Use ginger. Ginger helps to reduce the inflammation of blood vessels, and as a result, it is often used in the treatment of headaches. Try adding an inch of freshly chopped or grated ginger root to a cup of loose leaf tea and let it infuse for several minutes before drinking. You can add milk or sugar to taste. Amazingly, ginger tea is said to relieve headaches by reducing inflammation just as quickly as an aspirin would. Alternatively, you can boil fresh or powdered ginger in water and inhale the vapor to get rid of a headache. Chewing a piece of crystallized ginger candy may also help to relieve headaches. Use cinnamon. Cinnamon can help to ease headaches, particularly those that strike in combination with the common cold. An easy way to use cinnamon for the relief of headaches is to make a paste from freshly grated cinnamon and a little water. Apply this paste to your forehead and let it sit for ten to fifteen minutes. The headaches should soon ease. Alternatively, you can make a soothing drink by adding 2 teaspoons of powdered cinnamon to 1 cup of hot milk. Stir in a teaspoon of honey for sweetness, if desired. Use peppermint. The calming and soothing properties of peppermint are well known, and it can be very effective in the treatment of headaches. Use peppermint oil to massage your forehead, temples, and even your jaws. Alternatively, apply freshly crushed peppermint leaves to the forehead and leave to sit for ten to fifteen minutes, while breathing deeply. Fresh peppermint leaves can also be used to make a soothing tea. Simply add freshly washed peppermint leaves to a cup of boiling water and leave to infuse for several minutes. You can also use a peppermint steam treatment, by adding a couple of drops of peppermint oil to boiling water and inhaling the vapors. Eat apples. Apples can help to alleviate headaches. Apples have attributes that can balance the alkaline and acidic levels in the body, thus providing relief from headaches. Try eating an apple (with the skin on) as soon as you feel the beginnings of a headache. Alternatively, you can add two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar - which has similar properties - to a glass full of water. Drink this solution for immediate headache relief. Try acupuncture. In acupuncture treatments, thin needles are placed under the skin at certain pressure points around the body. This is said to realign the flow of energy in the body. You may be skeptical, but studies have shown that acupuncture treatments can be effective in the prevention of acute migraines. What's more, acupuncture treatments are accompanied by very few of the negative side effects caused by drug treatments. There is also evidence that acupuncture can provide relief for those suffering from chronic tension-type headaches. Get botox injections. Botox injections - famous for treating and preventing wrinkles - actually have a wealth of medical uses, one of which is the treatment of chronic migraines in adults. This FDA-approved option has been proven to reduce both the severity and frequency of migraines - however, at a cost of approximately $350 per injection, this miracle cure can be pretty cost-prohibitive. Try transcranial magnetic stimulation. This non-invasive treatment uses magnetic pulses transmitted through an electromagnetic coil to relieve headache pain. Although many patients found relief from a migraine using this method, the exact science behind transcranial magnetic stimulation is still being studied, making it an experimental treatment. | Go for a walk. Apply an ice pack. Have a relaxing bath or shower. Give yourself a head massage. Take a nap. Eat something. Turn off your computer. Take magnesium. Get a healthy dose of B vitamins daily. Avoid headache-inducing substances. Wear sunglasses. Let your hair down. Drink lots of water. Use lavender oil. Apply peppermint oil to your head. Use rosemary. Use cloves. Use basil oil. Use ginger. Use cinnamon. Use peppermint. Eat apples. Try acupuncture. Get botox injections. Try transcranial magnetic stimulation. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Holistic-Veterinarian | How to Become a Holistic Veterinarian | To become a holistic veterinarian, focus on taking science courses like anatomy and biology if you're still in school. You can also get some hands-on experience by volunteering at veterinary clinics, animal shelters, and rescues. To build up even more experience, ask your teachers or counselors if they know of any jobs or internships working with animals that you can apply for. Since high ACT or SAT scores can make your vet school application more impressive, consider taking an ACT or SAT prep course. Then, when you get to college, choose a major in the biological or physical sciences. | Start prepping in high school. Ideally, your journey towards becoming a holistic veterinarian should begin in high school. Start getting involved academically and otherwise early on as a student. Take science courses in high school like chemistry, anatomy, biology, and physics. If possible, try to enroll in AP courses. Having AP courses on a college application, especially if you score high on the AP exam, can set you aside from other applicants at the schools where you're applying. Study for your ACT or SATS, especially for the science and math portions. High scores can help impress an admissions board. You might want to consider enrolling in an ACT or SAT prep course. Volunteer at animal shelters, rescues, and veterinary clinics. Look for a holistic vet in your area and ask how you can be involved. Having experience working with animals can help bolster your application and give you the hands-on experience you'll need for your career down the road. Try to land a job or internship working with animals in high school. You can ask teachers or counselors where and how to apply. There might also be volunteer programs for animal rescue activities, and you may even get the opportunity to travel or go overseas to aid in a rescue. Work towards vet school in college. Once you've completed high school, you need to get an appropriate college degree that will help you get a spot in vet school once you graduate. You should choose a major that gives you a strong grounding in the biological and physical sciences. Ask your college adviser about the best major or combination of majors if your ultimate goal is to enroll in vet school. Keep your GPA high. Your GPA should be a 3.5 or higher if you want to get into a solid vet school after college. This is especially important later in college, while you're taking more advanced courses, as most vet schools pay close attention to your GPA during the last three to four semesters. You should be gaining clinical experience while an undergraduate. Volunteer at a veterinary clinic and seek internships that involve veterinary science during your summers. Take the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) sometime before you graduate. Most veterinary school require a high GRE score for admittance, so study hard. You may even want to enroll in a GRE prep course the summer before your senior year to assure a high score. Most vet schools ask for two to three Letters of Recommendation from professors or people who you worked with professionally during your time as an undergraduate. Some schools actually require 2 letters from a veterinarian, so staying in touch with those you worked with during your clinical training is also important. You should also strive to make good impressions on any professors you have classes with so you'll have someone to ask for a recommendation down the road. Explore holistic medicine during college. If your ultimate goal is to work in holistic medicine, find ways to explore this interest while an undergraduate student. Join student organizations that advocate for the use of holistic medicines. Most schools, especially larger schools, have a litany of organizations available that cater to a wide-array of interests. See what you can find at your university. If your school offers curriculum and courses about holistic medicines, try to take a few as electives. If you're interested in holistic medicines, try getting involved with things like organic farming. Many colleges have an organic farm and those interested in natural foods and ethical practices probably also share some interested in holistic medication. This could also potentially give you an opportunity to work with animals if the farm houses livestock, which could look good on a veterinary school application. Attend veterinary school. Once you've completed your undergraduate degree, you'll need to attend a veterinary school. In the United States, vet programs are typically four years long. Look for a program that seems open to holistic medicine, such as through a club or courses on holistic practices. You should aim to apply to around five or seven schools. You will probably not be admitted everywhere, as vet programs are competitive, so apply to some back ups and safety schools. You also will probably need some kind of funding for vet school and different programs will offer you differing amounts of money. You want to keep your options open and choose a program that makes the most sense for you regarding your goals and financial situation. Veterinary school is an intensive four year experience. Not only will you learn the basics of animal health and anatomy in a classroom setting you will have a good deal of clinical, hands-on experience. You will have to select a speciality sometime in vet school, depending on what type of animals you want to work with and the kind of medicine you want to practice. Make sure the program you choose has professor who are studied in holistic medicine. Understand that you will likely run into some issues trying to pursue holistic medicine while in school. Currently, holistic practices are not well regarded by most of the veterinary community. Do not expect to get much training in holistic medicine while in veterinary school. Pass the licensing exam. In order to become a licensed veterinarian in the US, you must take the North American Veterinary Licensing Exam upon completing your studies in veterinary school. You have to apply to take the exam, which can be done online or through mail. There is a $605 application fee and if you're an overseas student there will be an additional $305 fee. There are testing windows during fall and spring each year during which you can take the exam. Testing centers are found throughout the country and you can select a testing center near you when you sign up to take the exam. Usually, testing centers are in small office settings with six to 12 individual stations equipped with a computer. You have a total of 7.5 hours at the testing center, divided into six blocks, to take the exam and it consists of 360 multiple choice questions. Unlike many licensing exams, your scores are not displayed on site when you complete the exam. You will receive your score about four weeks after the close of each testing window. If you do not pass, you can retake the exam in the next testing window. You have a total of 5 chances to pass the exam. Take supplementary classes and certifications in holistic medicine. Once you've taken the exam and received your license, you should get further involved in the world of holistic medicine. Many organizations throughout the country offer classes and seminars about holistic medicine and there are other certifications you can earn regarding specific medical practices. The American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA) offers classes and subsequent certification if chiropractic medicine is an aspect of holistic medicine you are interested in. Chiropractic medicine involves treating neuromuscular disorder through manual, non-invasive adjustments of the spine rather than medication or surgery. The Academy of Veterinary Homeopathy (AVH) is an organization of veterinarians that practice and support the use of non-traditional, homeopathic practices. They put out an annual journal and have yearly conferences and seminars throughout the country. Looking into becoming a member is a great way to expand your skill set in homeopathic medicine. You can get training and certification to perform acupuncture through the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS). They offer a variety of coursework and are affiliated with American Holistic Veterinary Medicine associate. Acupuncture is a form of alternative medicine that involves inserting needles at specific points of the body to provide pain relief to patients. Consider joining one or more of the holistic medicine associations. After engaging in some training and learning some special skills, thinking about joining some associations. This is a great way to keep your practices up to date and network with veterinarians that hold similar philosophic beliefs regarding medicine. The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) is a research organization constantly seeking out new and innovative veterinary practices. Many vets interested in holistic medicine are drawn to the society as it helps them stay up to date with new research. The American Academy of Veterinary Nutrition (AAVN) is an association of animal scientists and veterinarians committed to understanding and improving the nutrition of animals across the United States. They're always looking for assistance of holistic veterinarians as they tend to be invested in keeping animal nutrition natural and healthy. The American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association (AHVMA) is an organization committed to holistic medication specifically. If you want to practice holistic medicine, joining the organization and participating in conferences, seminars, and educational outreach programs is a must. You may find other institutions and organizations as you begin working in your career. Read the latest veterinary medical journals and keep your eyes out for articles discussing holistic medicine. Look up the CVs of the authors and see if they belong to any organizations you'd be interested in joining. You should also review the CVs of any vets you meet at conferences or seminars and see if they belong to any associations that are relevant to your interests and goals. Look for a job in a clinic that practices holistic medicine. As you begin your job search, keep an eye out for veterinarian clinics that match your values. It may be difficult to open your own practice right away. Even if your ultimate goal is to start your own clinic, you will need to spend several years working for someone else so keep your eyes open for clinics that match your values. If you're a member of any of the above organizations, many post job listings on their websites. You can also network with other vets you meet at conferences and workshops and get in touch with them. Ask if they're hiring or know anyone looking for vets with experience in holistic medicine. Seek to move to a bigger city. A smaller town or suburb may only have a few clinics available and they may all practice traditional medicine. A larger metropolitan area is more likely to house a diverse range of veterinary clinics and holistic medicine tends to be more accepted and sought out in larger areas. Write a great resume and practice good interview skills. In order to land a job, you'll want good interview skills and a solid resume. Take advantage of career centers while you're enrolled in school. Take your resume to a career center to have it workshopped professionally. If you're already out of school, it's a good idea to have friends in veterinary medicine and other peers and co-workers look over your resume and give you feedback. Remember, you're looking for work in holistic medicine and your resume should reflect your values. Include any clinical experience you've had in holistic medicine as well as any certifications you have any organizations you work with. If you've presented at any conferences, this also looks great on a resume. If you're called in for an interview, always research the clinic and its values beforehand. At the end of the interview, be sure to ask questions. Do not limit questions to logistics, such as asking when you can expect to hear back. Ask open ended questions about the clinic's philosophy, values, and work atmosphere. Always arrive early. Showing up about 15 minutes before your scheduled interview time looks impressive to prospective employees. Maintain eye contact during the interview and give visual cues, such as nodding occasionally, to show you're interested. Use your alumni status to your advantage. Look for alumni associations in your area. If you apply for a job from a clinic where many vets graduated from the same vet program as you, you may be more likely to get an interview. Seek clients as a holistic vet. Once you've secured a job in a clinic, you need to market yourself as a holistic veterinarian. Put up advertisements at food co-ops, organic grocery stores, and other places where you're likely to find clients interested in holistic medicine. Develop a professional website. This is one of the fastest and most efficient ways to seek out new clients in your area. Ask the organizations you're a member of to advertise about your skills on their web pages and social media. Participate in a variety of conferences to get your name out into the world of holistic veterinary medicine. | Start prepping in high school. Work towards vet school in college. Explore holistic medicine during college. Attend veterinary school. Pass the licensing exam. Take supplementary classes and certifications in holistic medicine. Consider joining one or more of the holistic medicine associations. Look for a job in a clinic that practices holistic medicine. Write a great resume and practice good interview skills. Seek clients as a holistic vet. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-Hyper | How to Become Hyper | Being hyper can be fun and help you be more productive, and there are a variety of ways to energize your mind and body. To energize your body, eat a healthy, protein-packed breakfast, like oats, eggs, or lean meat. You can also use natural stimulants filled with caffeine and sugar, like coffee, energy drinks, soda, and candy. Getting some exercise will also get your blood pumping and release endorphins, so get out for a walk, run, or bike ride. Another way to boost your energy is to put on some music that lifts your spirit and makes you want to move. | Energize that voice in your head. When the voice in your head sounds like Eeyore, it's pretty hard to get pumped up. But when it's saying things like, "9 AM -- BE AWESOME. 10 AM -- Dominate gym class LIKE A BOSS. 11 AM - Rock the chemistry test," it's pretty hard to not feel like the Energizer bunny. So get to training your head for energy. It's here to pump you up, even if it doesn't sound much like Arnold Schwarzenegger. The idea here is to A) talk to yourself in exclamation points -- with enthusiasm, with excitement -- but also B) talk to yourself positively. It's very hard to get enthusiastic about failing or things not going your way. So to energize your thoughts, think brighter. Wear bright colors. There's a reason we wear black to funerals! Turns out wearing bright colors can make you happier and more energized. In other words, hyper! So if you were thinking of going goth, sorry. You'd be better off going Rainbow Brite. Looking at bright colors can do it, too. It's as if the bright colors cue your brain to get ready for fun and excitement. No wonder adults get tired -- they're constantly around blacks, blues, and tans. They need a little orange in their lives! Play in the rain. Okay, that's probably the funniest thing you could do. But really, getting wet at all alerts your system, waking up all your senses. Showers can actually get your metabolism going! So go splash some water on your face or go puddle jumping -- it's all good! It also wipes away stress, almost literally. So if you're feeling worried about something (which can be a total drag), aim for the water. Maybe life should be one giant pool party, huh? Dress up. If prom were to happen every day, it wouldn't be special. Very few people would get excited and the buzz it cultivates just wouldn't be there. But when dressing up (even if it's not prom) rolls around only once every so often, it creates this intangible excitement that you can't help from feeling energized about. So take this Friday night to get dressed to the nines! You don't have to put on a prom dress or tux to see this effect. Just throwing on nice clothes can put you in a good mood, especially if your friends are doing it too. When it comes to effects like these, there's definite power in numbers! Limit your TV usage. Turns out plopping yourself down in front of the TV is more than just relaxing -- it's energy-zapping and turns you into a vegetable. You end up not wanting to do anything but sit there and the cycle just gets worse. So if there's a show you absolutely have to watch, watch it, but then get up off your butt! Instead, try playing games -- even if it's just Words with Friends on Facebook! It's the same relaxing stuff, but it keeps your brain entertained and just plain going -- instead of zoning out and shutting down like it does when you crawl in front of the tube. Get happy. We've sort of touched on this already, but let's lay it on the line: it's super hard to be hyper when you're down in the dumps. When you think of a sad person, are they running about, flailing their arms, screaming for the hilltops, and being, well, unstoppable? No. Never. So if you want to get hyper, you'll need to beat those nasty thoughts into submission. There's no room for worry, regret, or sadness here. You need a reason for that pep in your step! So whatever makes you happy, do it. Dance naked in your living room. Spend the night baking 3,197 sugar cookies. Play online chess for 4 hours and then do your homework. If it gets your endorphins going, it's good. Eat a good breakfast. Studies show that eating a good, healthy, protein-packed breakfast (think oats, egg whites, and lean meat) versus, oh, say a package of donuts can have a lasting, energizing effect all day. You'd think the sugar in those donuts would get you going, and it does -- until you crash a couple hours later (and then you're hungry again). So eat a healthy breakfast for the sake of your entire day. In addition to eating a healthy breakfast, it's also important to just eat breakfast. It gets your metabolism going, your body revs up, and you're ready to tackle the day. If you don't eat, you may feel sluggish and that afternoon siesta may turn into a lost evening. Go for natural stimulants. Caffeine and sugar are standards that will pump up your activity level. The form you choose is one of personal taste but energy drinks, coffee, soda and candy are great sources. If you had the time to plan ahead, you might want to “carb load” the night before to give your body that extra boost so you can last longer. Of course, with things like this, you will experience a crash. It could be minutes later, it could be hours, but it'll happen. The solution is not to consume more. That just will make the next crash worse! Be careful with caffeine pills; do not take more than one. Your heart will start going crazy and you'll feel like death's knocking. Be aware of the dangers of crushing and snorting caffeine pills (or any pills for that matter). It is not advised and can cause you bodily harm. Exercise. You know that whole "sitting in front of the TV makes you want to sit in front of the TV" thing? The opposite is true, too. When you exercise, you get your blood pumping, your juices flowing, your body ready and raring to go -- making you more hyper, even though you've spent your energy working out. You'll feel good, you'll feel energized, and you'll be healthier! Did we mention that exercise releases endorphins, your get-happy hormone? Talk about killing two birds with one stone! Get a good night's sleep. This one is definitely a no-brainer. If you want to have some serious stashes of energy, get 8 hours of sleep -- or get however many your magic number is (somewhere between 7 and 9, probably). When you're not fully rested, just making it through day can be a challenge, much less being excited about it. Keep the same sleep schedule as much as possible. Your body gets used to when it wakes up and goes to sleep and if you mess that up, it gets messed up. It'll be a lot easier to wake and be happy about it when you've woken up at that same time all week. Rock out. Being hyper originates between your ears. It's a mental thing, but it does take cues from your body. So put on some music that excites you for a good start. Move with it. If you're into very active video games, those are good, too. Who says it's only music you can rock out to? Killing zombies is a rhythm all its own, after all. Get with your friends. Being hyper with people has a purpose: to get excited together and to play and work together. The energy of many can create a wonderful thing! You're not a chaotic mess. You have a purpose: fun and energy! Consider being hyper while alone sometimes, too, so that you can try your best in conditioning, running, jogging, or practicing individual skills of a sport like basketball -- dribbling or practicing three point shots at your speed without fighting the big D. Plan some activities where you can exhibit your excitement and can have serious fun -- with a purpose. Choose a place where being hyper is acceptable; the mall is probably a bad choice whereas a skate park might work fine. Gathering up your friends and going to the old folks home won't be the best use of your time. Aim for places that won't get you shushed or kindly shown the door. Large, open areas are best. Think parks, the beach, fields, or places dedicated to athletics like the basketball court or pool. Spread the enthusiasm: Don't try to “stay calm” on the way. Get your friends excited with you. Hand out the candy; get the others to buy energy drinks and sodas with vitamins and caffeine. Hyper activity is contagious so you will all “feed” off each other; you will all enjoy it more if you're all sharing the experience. If someone's not up to snuff, get 'em there! Don't nag or make fun of them, simply invite them to have as much fun as you're having. Nagging or teasing just brings your positive energy (and the energy of the group) down. Go for it! Release that pent up energy! Run, jump… just do it! Being this way can actually become an almost spiritual event (think Native Americans dancing all night to the beat of drums). The more you do the more amazing you'll feel. Dance like nobody's watching. Why would you dance any other way? Just a friendly reminder: release that pent up energy in legal ways. Having the cops show up on the scene is the worst kind of buzzkill there is. Wind down: Don't just quit all of a sudden. Your body has a huge store of endorphins running through it – if you just quit you'll experience a “drop” that you will not enjoy. You warmed up by preparing – cool down before you stop. You wouldn't land a plane suddenly; think of your body the same way. Take a minute to reminisce with your friends. Laugh about it. Eat some decent food (meaning not candy and Mountain Dew) and take in the day. Phew! Plan it again! The longer you wait, the more energy you will build up to be hyper. Think of it as something to look forward to! Now how will you make it even better next time? Consider inviting more people, too! The more the merrier. And if you can't wait that long, think about getting hyper on your own time. A little practice can't hurt! | Energize that voice in your head. Wear bright colors. Play in the rain. Dress up. Limit your TV usage. Get happy. Eat a good breakfast. Go for natural stimulants. Exercise. Get a good night's sleep. Rock out. Get with your friends. Plan some activities where you can exhibit your excitement and can have serious fun -- with a purpose. Spread the enthusiasm: Go for it! Wind down: Plan it again! |
https://www.wikihow.com/Keep-Bleached-Hair-Healthy | How to Keep Bleached Hair Healthy | To keep your bleached hair healthy and happy, make sure you're washing it every 3 days with a sulfate-free purple shampoo. In between washes, try using dry shampoo to refresh your hair and keep it from getting greasy. Boost your hair with conditioner every time you wet it, and try doing an oil treatment once a week to nourish your tresses. When styling your hair, limit your use of heat-styling tools like blow dryers and flat irons, or opt for heat-free styles like buns and braids instead. | Stick with sulfate-free products made for color-treated hair. Sulfates are full of salt, which can dry out and damage your hair. When picking up shampoo, conditioner, hairspray, or other products, read the labels carefully. Avoid anything containing sodium lauryl sulfate, ammonium laureth sulfate, or sodium laureth sulfate. You should also make sure that every product you use is formulated for use on color-treated hair to ensure your locks remain healthy. Invest in purple shampoo to keep your hair from looking yellow. A purple shampoo will gently tone your hair and keep it from looking too yellow or brassy. You can find purple shampoo formulated for bleached hair at your salon as well as beauty supply stores. Use it the same way you would a regular shampoo, and rinse it out with cool water to seal the hair cuticle. You can use the purple shampoo each time you wash your hair. If you find that it tones your hair too much, simply use a clarifying shampoo the next time you wash your hair to strip out the toner. Do an oil treatment once a week to add moisture and shine. You can use coconut or argan oil to rehydrate your tresses. Put a small amount of oil in your hands and coat your hair from the mid-lengths to the ends. Cover your hair with a shower cap and let it soak in for a few hours, or even overnight. Simply rinse it out with cool water in the morning and you're good to go! Protect your hair from the sun with a UV-protectant product. The UV rays in sunlight can damage your hair and even cause it to turn a brassy color. If you plan to be outside, you can apply a UV-protectant product to your tresses to limit the damage from the sun's rays. Just spray it on your hair as per the package instructions before going outside. Alternatively, wear a hat or scarf to keep your hair out of the sun. Shampoo your hair every 3 days to keep it from drying out. Washing your hair strips it of its natural oils, which can lead to dull, lifeless hair. If you prefer to shower more often than every 3 days, you can wear a shower cap to keep your hair dry. Condition your hair each time you wet it to smooth it out. If you skip the shampoo in the shower but still wet your hair, be sure to apply conditioner. Bleaching your hair can dry it out, and conditioner helps to strengthen and smooth the hair. Apply it from the mid-lengths of your hair to the ends and rinse it out with cool, not warm, water to close the cuticle and lock in the moisture. Use dry shampoo in between washes if your hair looks greasy. Dry shampoo is available in either a powder or aerosol variety. This product absorbs oil and adds texture and shine. If your hair is looking greasy or limp, you can easily refresh it with dry shampoo. Sprinkle a small amount of powder on the roots, or spray the dry shampoo 6 inches (15 cm) from your roots. Massage the powder into your scalp then thoroughly brush your hair to distribute the product. Use leave-in conditioner to replenish your hair’s moisture. A leave-in conditioner can provide your hair with much-needed moisture and prevent it from drying out during the day. Choose a leave-in conditioner formulated for your specific hair type. Work it into your hair from the mid-lengths to the end while your hair is damp, and don't rinse it out. You can use a leave-in conditioner every day if you want, or only once or twice per week. Pat your hair dry instead of rubbing it with a towel to prevent breakage. The fibers of a regular towel can pull your hair and cause it to break. Instead of vigorously scrubbing your hair to get it dry, gently pat out the excess moisture. Use a microfiber towel or old T-shirt in place of a regular towel to prevent your hair from catching in the fibers. Limit your use of heat-styling tools to keep your hair healthy. Heat-styling tools, like blow dryers, flat irons, and curling irons, dry out your hair and can cause damage. If you want to keep your bleached locks looking healthy, let your hair air dry and try no-heat styles like braids , buns , or beachy waves. You could also use Velcro or foam rollers to create cute no-heat styles. Use a heat-protectant spray if you do use heat-styling tools. If you just can't go without your blow dryer or flat iron, be sure to invest in a heat-protectant product. These products contain silicone which evaporates quickly, leaving your hair smoother and less porous. Heat-protectants also prevent moisture loss. Simply spray the product onto damp tresses, then comb it through to distribute it evenly. Style your hair as usual. Touch up the roots only to prevent further damage. When your hair grows out and the roots start to show, you may be tempted to bleach all your hair again. However, repeated bleaching treatments can severely damage your hair. Bleach only the roots, rather than all of your hair. It's best to have this done by a stylist to ensure the color remains even. Get a trim every 6 weeks. Bleaching your hair makes it more susceptible to split ends, so you'll want to have your hair cut regularly. Most stylists suggest you come in for a trim every 6 weeks to keep your hair as healthy as possible. Comb your hair with a wide-tooth comb to reduce breakage. Bleached hair is fragile, especially when it's wet! Instead of ripping through snarls with a regular hairbrush, use a wide-tooth comb. Begin at the ends of your hair and work your way carefully to the roots. Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase. Cotton pillowcases actually draw moisture out of your hair. Smooth fabrics, like silk or satin, do not. These pillowcases also reduce tangles and frizz, leading to smoother hair and less styling time in the morning. Wet your hair with fresh water before swimming. If you have plans to spend a day at the beach or pool, you should rinse your hair before getting in the water. Salt water can dry out hair, while chlorine can turn it green. Wetting it with fresh water first keeps your hair from soaking up the salt water or pool water and will keep it healthier. | Stick with sulfate-free products made for color-treated hair. Invest in purple shampoo to keep your hair from looking yellow. Do an oil treatment once a week to add moisture and shine. Protect your hair from the sun with a UV-protectant product. Shampoo your hair every 3 days to keep it from drying out. Condition your hair each time you wet it to smooth it out. Use dry shampoo in between washes if your hair looks greasy. Use leave-in conditioner to replenish your hair’s moisture. Pat your hair dry instead of rubbing it with a towel to prevent breakage. Limit your use of heat-styling tools to keep your hair healthy. Use a heat-protectant spray if you do use heat-styling tools. Touch up the roots only to prevent further damage. Get a trim every 6 weeks. Comb your hair with a wide-tooth comb to reduce breakage. Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase. Wet your hair with fresh water before swimming. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Transfer-Pictures-from-Camera-to-Computer-Without-Software | How to Transfer Pictures from Camera to Computer Without Software | To transfer pictures from a camera to a computer without software, you can usually remove the SD card from the camera and slide it into the dedicated slot on your computer. If you do not have a slot for an SD card, buy an SD card reader and plug it into your computer's USB port. Either way, you can then drag the images from your SD card to a folder in your hard drive. | Use a USB cable. Since most digital cameras today feature USB connectivity, this is a very good way to go. It's not always effective, though, and depends on the unique combination of your camera, your computer, and the operating system. Power off your camera. Whenever you connect and disconnect electronic devices, especially sensitive ones such as digital cameras, it's best to turn them off first. 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Your camera should appear as a disk on your desktop. Get an SD card reader. These are simply small interface boxes that plug into your USB port. Plug the card reader into your computer's USB port. It will either connect directly, or have a USB cable on the end. Insert the SD card from your camera. The card will appear on your desktop as a disk. Drag the image files from the card to the computer, and you're done. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/d\/d0\/Transfer-Pictures-from-Camera-to-Computer-Without-Any-Sofware-Step-5Bullet1.jpg\/v4-460px-Transfer-Pictures-from-Camera-to-Computer-Without-Any-Sofware-Step-5Bullet1.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/d\/d0\/Transfer-Pictures-from-Camera-to-Computer-Without-Any-Sofware-Step-5Bullet1.jpg\/aid188542-v4-728px-Transfer-Pictures-from-Camera-to-Computer-Without-Any-Sofware-Step-5Bullet1.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"546","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/2.5\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"} Take your pictures with your smart phone's camera. It may not be a Canon EOS 7D, but it's good enough for rock-n-roll. Snap a picture. All great photography begins with pressing the shutter! Create a new email document. Add the photo as an attachment, and as Steely Dan said, "send it off in a letter to yourself." Use your smart phone's camera. Some apps, such as Instagram, automatically upload pictures to a shared space, and are available for you—or anybody else—to download to your computer. Snap your pic using Instagram. Apply any filters desired. Share it with the Instagram community, and email it to yourself while you're at it. Sign up for iCloud. This may well be the simplest and fastest way to move your images from camera to computer. With iCloud, your iOS camera's photos are automatically uploaded to the cloud, and distributed to all your iCloud-enabled devices, be they Mac or PC. Take your picture. When you get home, access your Photo Stream with iPhoto or Aperture, or any other device that recognizes Photo Stream. Connect your camera or memory card to your computer. This is a simple step. You can usually connect your camera directly to your computer or just take out your memory card and stick it into a card reader that is connected to your computer. The usual connection is via USB. Your camera or memory card to your computer the Windows XP Camera Wizard window should come up when you connect. If it doesn't then you can bring it up separately by clicking on: Start -> Accessories -> Scanner and Camera Wizard. Choose pictures. This next step allows you to choose which pictures you want to transfer. Also, the wizard allows you to rotate the pictures and also view picture details like the date when the picture was taken. This way you can determine how you will name your destination folder. Most of the times however, you would just move all the pictures into one folder on your computer without doing anything else…but if you want more information, the wizard gives your this ability. Choose destination. Now you have two fields you have to fill in. The first one is entitled: Type a name for this group of pictures. The value that you enter here will be the final file name of each picture on your computer. 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Check your destination folder—all the pics should be there. Note: this only works with Windows XP. | Use a USB cable. Power off your camera. Power on your camera. Get an SD card reader. Plug the card reader into your computer's USB port. Insert the SD card from your camera. Take your pictures with your smart phone's camera. Snap a picture. Create a new email document. Use your smart phone's camera. Snap your pic using Instagram. Share it with the Instagram community, and email it to yourself while you're at it. Sign up for iCloud. Take your picture. Connect your camera or memory card to your computer. Choose pictures. Choose destination. Wait for the transfer to end. Note: |
https://www.wikihow.com/Choose-a-Name-for-a-Law-Firm | How to Choose a Name for a Law Firm | If you're struggling to choose a name for your new law firm, there are a few things to consider. If the surnames of your partners are memorable and easy to pronounce and spell, like “White and Morgan,” use them for your firm name. Keep in mind that your partners should be practicing lawyers if you include them in your name. However, don't use the surname of any lawyer in public office, since this is prohibited. If your surnames don't lend themselves well to a firm name, consider using your shared initials. Alternatively, use a name that represents your firm's philosophy, such as “Legacy Lawyer and Associates.” | Use family surnames. If you have a law firm with a family member, you might consider doubling the name to give a name to your law firm. For example, Morgan and Morgan would make a good name for a law firm with parents and children or two siblings, or even husband and wife practicing together. Use partner surnames. If you are staring your law firm with a few partners, use everyone's last name to acknowledge all the partners. Blandino, Smith, White and Edwards would work for a firm founded by 4 partners. Choose more interesting surnames over plainer surnames. If you have some partners with plain names like Smith or Jones, these names might not stand out to your clients. Names like Sugarman and Hoopendahl are more memorable. These might be a better choice for the first name in a series of partner names. Consider the order of multiple names. Often, if you are using partner names for the firm, each attorney would like their name to be listed first. Obviously, only one name can go first, so the partners will have to agree on whose name is first. Remember that if you have more than two names in your firm's name, people will be most likely to use the first two names to describe your firm. Because the first two names will be the most often used, these names need to be the most memorable, distinctive and easy to remember. Keep the firm’s name brief. If you are using names, try to limit the number of names you include. This will help people remember you. Shorter or fewer names will be easier to include on signs, business cards and email addresses. Leave out surnames that are hard to pronounce or spell. A name such as Oleskewicz might not be the best choice for a law firm name. Your clients might not be able to pronounce this name easily. Check your law firm’s initials. If you use a few partner names or a combination of words, be sure to check what the initials spell. You might not like the abbreviation for something like Peterson, Edwards and Edgemont. Discuss any potential names with your law partners. You may have to carefully negotiate with your law partners about which name to use for your firm. Make sure that you include your partners in the name choosing process and come to a decision about a name that everyone is reasonably happy with. Do not use non-lawyers as partners. Under the Rules of Professional Responsibility, lawyers are not permitted to form a law firm with any non-lawyers acting as partners. A law firm can employ lawyers and professional staff (such as paralegals and secretaries), as long as the professional staff does not own any interest in the firm. Don’t choose a name that implies a connection with a public agency. The Rules of Professional Responsibility states that false or misleading names for law firms are prohibited. Your firm's name should not imply that you have a connection with a government agency. Likewise, don't imply a connection with a public or charitable legal services organization. For example, a law firm located in Denver could not be named “Denver Legal Clinic” because that name implies that the firm is actually a public legal aid agency. Do not use the name of any lawyer holding a public office. The name of a lawyer who holds a public office may not be used in a law firm name during any time that the lawyer is not actively practicing with the firm. For example, the law firm name “Obama & Associates” would be considered false and misleading during the years of 2008-2016 because President Obama did not practice at the firm during his presidential terms. Do not falsely claim a partnership. Lawyers cannot state or imply that they practice in a partnership or other organization when they do not. For example, two lawyers, Clarence Smith and Stephanie Jones, may share office space, but they may not in fact have formed a law firm together. Therefore, they cannot use the name “Smith and Jones,” because that name suggests that they are practicing law together in a firm when they really are not. Include names of retired or deceased law firm members. It is not considered false or misleading to use the names of retired or deceased partners. Just make sure that these individuals did in fact practice in the law firm. Check business name restrictions in your state. When registering the name of your law firm, check if your state has any further restrictions on business names. For example, in Texas, no business may register a name that is the same as another business's registered name. Include your specialty in your law firm name. If you specialize in criminal law, family law, tax law or other areas, consider choosing a name that reflects your area of legal expertise. For example, The Davis Family Law Group signals that your firm specializes in family law. Think about branding when choosing a name for your law firm. A long name might be used professionally, and then shortened when used in marketing and advertising materials. For example, a firm legally called Legacy Tax & Trust could simply be called Legacy by its clients and partners. Consider trademarking your firm’s name. If the branding associated with your firm name is extremely distinctive, you may consider trademarking the firm name and the brand. To trademark your business name, simply visit the United States Patent and Trademark Office website. There is a form available online that will register your trademark. Download this form and fill it out. The form will require you to provide information about your business. Additionally, the fee to trademark a business name is between $275 and $325. Get feedback from trustworthy sources. Ask a few close friends or business associates to give you feedback on your list of possible names. Give them at least 3-5 names to choose from. Ask for honest opinions and reasons for why they like or dislike certain names you propose. Be aware of negative associations. Your community's population will be the ones to use your service. Make sure you get feedback from a few members of the community to understand if there are any negative associations with your firm's name. Keep the name professional. Creative names can work in your favor, but remember that you are providing a professional service, and clients need to take you seriously. Make sure the name makes sense. Don't just make up a word or name. This will probably confuse people. If your firm's name is not immediately obvious to people (such as using your last name), you should be able to explain why you chose the name. Consider names of other law firms in your area. You do not want to name your own law firm something that is too similar to a competing firm. Choose something original that will stand apart from your competition. Avoid alliteration. Lewis Legal Lords may sound cute, but people rarely look for that quality in their attorneys, and having a silly name may hurt your business. People want an attorney who takes the practice of law seriously. They also want someone who maintain a professional business, rather than someone who jokes around a lot. Anticipate growth. Make sure your name is broad enough to include areas your law firm might grow into. For example, if you are currently specializing in divorce, rather than naming your firm Davis Divorce Law, consider using Davis Family Law. | Use family surnames. Use partner surnames. Choose more interesting surnames over plainer surnames. Consider the order of multiple names. Keep the firm’s name brief. Leave out surnames that are hard to pronounce or spell. Check your law firm’s initials. Discuss any potential names with your law partners. Do not use non-lawyers as partners. Don’t choose a name that implies a connection with a public agency. Do not use the name of any lawyer holding a public office. Do not falsely claim a partnership. Include names of retired or deceased law firm members. Check business name restrictions in your state. Include your specialty in your law firm name. Think about branding when choosing a name for your law firm. Consider trademarking your firm’s name. Get feedback from trustworthy sources. Be aware of negative associations. Keep the name professional. Make sure the name makes sense. Consider names of other law firms in your area. Avoid alliteration. Anticipate growth. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Choose-an-Orchid-Plant | How to Choose an Orchid Plant | There are many types of orchids to choose from, but the most common and easiest to grow is the Phalaenopsis. If you'd prefer a more unique looking flower that enjoys lots of sun, water, and heat, opt for a Dendrobium or the daunting Odontoglossum, instead. No matter what orchid you choose, opt for a completely matured flower, rather than a younger plant that will take years to bloom. Additionally, check for any signs of disease or pests by looking for black, brown, or yellow spots as well as white webbing from spiders, which can harm orchids and some other plants. | Choose a Phalaenopsis for a great beginner plant. Phalaenopsis, or moth orchids, generally thrive in warmer temperatures of around 60–65 °F (16–18 °C) at night and 70–80 °F (21–27 °C) degrees during the day. They also enjoy an intermediate amount of light, and only need to be watered every 4-7 days. They also have some of the longest and most frequent blooms from winter to spring. Select Dendrobium orchids for a unique look. This is a popular genus that offers long-lasting blooms. They can withstand warmer weather with proper ventilation and humidity. They also prefer a pot that is taller than it is wide. They need more frequent watering around twice a week, and represent one of the few orchids that can bloom outside. Take home a Miltonia orchid for a resilient and colorful flower. Miltonias have many species that thrive in various environments. They generally like to be left in 1 spot, and need around 2 hours of bright, diffused light per day. They should be watered once a week in winter, and twice a week in summer. Purchase a Paphiopedilum orchid for a summer bloom that needs little light. Paphs, or lady slippers, are well-loved because they require similar care to African Violets. These tropical beauties thrive in medium to warm environments and require watering about every 5 days. Take home Oncidium orchids for brightly colored, fragranced blooms. Oncidiums like warm weather, can be kept in direct sunlight, and can also bloom with artificial light. Water every 2 to 10 days or when the potting medium is halfway dry. These lovely plants often bloom several times a year, usually in spring and fall. Consider an Odontoglossum for a challenging yet rewarding bloom. Odontoglossums are beautiful plant that require lots of light, but need daytime temperatures kept between 75–80 °F (24–27 °C), with nighttime temperatures around 55–58 °F (13–14 °C). They require frequent watering every 2-7 days, or just when the potting medium begins to dry and require perfect drainage systems. Research specific orchid needs. Once you've picked a variety that you like, try to read as much as possible about its care. Each species is unique and some may have more demanding needs than you first think. Purchase a mature plant. Younger plants or seedlings may seem like a good value, but some orchids can take years of advanced care before blooming. To avoid this, select a plant that has visible blooms or at least flower spikes. Check for signs of disease. Black, brown, or yellow spots, or wet spots on the leaves are all signs of orchid health problems. Try to avoid plants with these issues and instead go for healthy-looking orchids. Look for signs of pests. White webbing on the plant can be indicative of spider mites that can harm the orchid, or even harm other plants housed nearby. Look for vibrant leaves. Limp or wrinkly leaves can be a sign of poor care. The leaves should be thick, lustrous, and even rubbery. They should also be a uniform green unless it is a mottled species. Ensure that orchids are draining properly. Orchids that have roots sitting in water or are too wet will most likely start to rot without immediate attention. Look for other cosmetic flaws. Holes or torn leaves can mean other pests or careless workers. Look for colorful orchids. The coloration of the leaves, shoots, and blooms should be vibrant and saturated. Dull or pale orchids may be weak or malnourished. Feel for damp soil. The potting medium should be barely damp to damp. If the potting medium is too dry, they are not receiving enough water, if they receive too much it may not drain effectively and can cause rot. Determine your budget. Orchids can vary greatly in price. Some can be purchased for a few dollars at local markets, while others are prized plants costing hundreds of dollars. Factor in the type of care you will need to give the orchid such as special potting medium or fertilizer. Try to make your purchase from a nursery. Although you can find orchids in many supermarkets, it is often helpful to have knowledgeable staff to guide your purchase. Additionally, it is more likely that the plants are receiving quality care in a nursery than small market. Look for well-cared-for orchids. Supermarkets can still be an excellent place to buy orchids as they are usually much cheaper. Try to make sure the orchids are well cared-for. Make sure the area looks clean and well lit. Try to see if staff can answer questions about orchid care; if they can't, it may be a sign that the orchids are not receiving exemplary care. Orchids should be in a shallow pot with fast-draining, water retentive potting medium which should be slightly damp to the touch. Purchase a pot and medium appropriate to your plant. If possible, it is a good idea to purchase a better pot, potting medium, or fertilizer than what comes standard from the store. Some appropriate media include peat moss, bark, pebbles, potting soil, or sphagnum moss. Ask staff to help you complete your purchase with these essentials. | Choose a Phalaenopsis for a great beginner plant. Select Dendrobium orchids for a unique look. Take home a Miltonia orchid for a resilient and colorful flower. Purchase a Paphiopedilum orchid for a summer bloom that needs little light. Take home Oncidium orchids for brightly colored, fragranced blooms. Consider an Odontoglossum for a challenging yet rewarding bloom. Research specific orchid needs. Purchase a mature plant. Check for signs of disease. Look for signs of pests. Look for vibrant leaves. Ensure that orchids are draining properly. Look for other cosmetic flaws. Look for colorful orchids. Feel for damp soil. Determine your budget. Try to make your purchase from a nursery. Look for well-cared-for orchids. Purchase a pot and medium appropriate to your plant. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-a-Bleach-Stain-Out-of-a-Carpet | How to Get a Bleach Stain Out of a Carpet | Since bleach strips the color from carpet fibers, the most effective way to get a bleach stain out of a carpet is to act quickly when the spill occurs. Blot up the wet bleach with a cold, damp towel, then pour warm, soapy water over the area. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, then use a clean, damp sponge dipped in cold water to blot the area. Repeat this process a total of 3 times to make sure there's no bleach left. | Blot away wet bleach with a cold, damp towel. If you've just spilled bleach on your carpet, there might still be time to save its color if you act quickly. Run a towel or cloth under cold water, squeeze it out, then use it to blot out the affected area. Take care to blot with repeated dabbing motions instead of scrubbing. Scrubbing will force the bleach deeper into the carpet fibers. Make sure to use a white towel or one that you don't mind getting stained. Pour detergent and warm water over the stain. After blotting the stain with cold water, mix a half tablespoon of liquid dishwashing detergent with a cup (240 mL) of warm water. For larger stains, use the same ratio (for example, one tablespoon mixed with two cups or 480 ml of water) Let it sit for about five minutes. As an alternative to soap, you could substitute distilled white vinegar in the same ratio. Blot the area with a sponge or cloth. After five minutes, use a clean, damp sponge or cloth to blot the area you've soaked in the detergent solution. Be sure to use cold water to get your sponge or cloth damp. Repeat the process 2 more times to lift all of the residual bleach out from your carpet. When blotting, work from the outside of the stain toward the center to avoid spreading it. Depending on the amount of bleach and how many times you rinse the carpet, you may need to switch to a new rag. Color the stain with a crayon that closely matches your carpet color. Look in your art supplies or take a few carpet fibers to a store to try to find a matching crayon. Work the crayon into the bleached area, taking care to color down to the base of the fibers. Try to stay within the lines of the stain and avoid coloring unbleached fibers. Marker pens may also sometimes be helpful. Dilute the colored patch with a damp towel. Coloring the bleached patch will likely result in a darker hue than the surrounding carpet. Use a damp towel to dilute the color and spread the pigment throughout the bleached area. Continue to color and dilute until you've blended the color to match your carpet. Try using interior paint. If the bleached spot is in an inconspicuous area, you can try using interior paint. Use a fine-tipped paintbrush to apply a thin coat over the stain, and try to paint each fiber from its base to the top. Apply more coats as necessary, but be sure to keep them thin. The best thing about using interior paint is that you can take some carpet fibers to your local home improvement store and have them match the color precisely. Avoid using interior paint in spots that are obvious or receive lots of foot traffic. The paint will make the carpet fibers stiff. Consult a professional carpet cleaner. Ask a professional for help if you've tried using crayons or paint without success, or if you don't want to take the chance recoloring the stain on your own. A professional cleaner can attempt to: Clean the stain Cut out fibers Cut out and replace the affected patch Read the bleach's label before cleaning the stain. Dish soap and vinegar should both be safe to use on a bleach stain, but even so, read the bleach's directions and warnings before using those or any other product on the stain. Many include lists of chemicals that should never be mixed with bleach, like ammonia, which can cause a toxic reaction. Double-check the ingredients of any cleaning or repair product that you intend to use to make sure it doesn't include any of those ingredients. Wear gloves. Keep in mind that bleach can harm your skin. Always wear protective gloves before trying to wash bleach out of your carpet by hand. Do so even if the bleach has dried, since the chemicals are still present even though the moisture isn't. Provide plenty of air-flow. Fumes from bleach can be overpowering, causing lightheadedness, nausea, and other ailments. If you're using vinegar to clean it up, expect the combined smell to be even more overwhelming. Open some windows and/or set up some fans to draw the fumes away from you while you work on the stain. | Blot away wet bleach with a cold, damp towel. Pour detergent and warm water over the stain. Blot the area with a sponge or cloth. Color the stain with a crayon that closely matches your carpet color. Dilute the colored patch with a damp towel. Try using interior paint. Consult a professional carpet cleaner. Read the bleach's label before cleaning the stain. Wear gloves. Provide plenty of air-flow. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Preheat-a-Convection-Oven | How to Preheat a Convection Oven | To preheat a convection oven, reduce the cooking temperature for your recipe by 25 degrees Fahrenheit since convection ovens cook food more evenly than regular ovens. Just press the convection button or turn the dial to the convection setting. Then, choose the proper temperature and press the Start button. The oven should beep, or a light will come on when it's fully preheated. Preheating a convection microwave is the same as a convection oven. If these instructions don't work, check in the instruction manual or look up your oven model online for help. | Read the oven’s instruction manual. Convection oven models are different and these steps may differ from the model that you own. Look for the owners or instruction manual that you got with your convection oven. If you don't have it, use a search engine to see if you can find an online version of the manual. Press the convection button or turn the dial to convection. Set your oven to the convection setting by pressing the button or turning a dial to convection. Some appliances will also have a convection bake or roast setting. Use the setting that applies to the food you plan on cooking. If you're making cookies, cakes, or pies, you should set the oven to convection bake. If you're cooking a pot roast or turkey, you should set the oven to convection roast. Preheat to 25°F (14°C) below the conventional oven temperature. Since convection ovens cook your food more evenly than a traditional oven, you should reduce the temperature. Look at the recipe that you're cooking and reduce the temperature to 25°F (14°C) less than what the recipe calls for. Input your cooking temperature into the keypad or turn the dial to the appropriate temperature. Some appliances will automatically adjust the temperature for convection cooking. Refer to the user's manual to see if your oven automatically adjusts the temperature. Press the "Start" button. Some ovens will automatically raise the temperature as you increase it and others require you to hit the "Start" button. After hitting the "Start" button, the oven should begin to rise in temperature. Wait for the oven to beep or for an indicator light to come on. Your oven should beep or an indicator light should come on when it's reached the desired temperature. Your convection should now be preheated. Read the microwave’s instruction manual. Before you cook in your convection microwave oven, make sure to read the owner's manual for any specific guidelines that you should follow when using it. Turn the convection microwave oven on. Make sure the oven is plugged in and turned on. Look at the digital display on the front of the oven to determine if it is on and working. Press the convection option on your microwave. If you have a dial, turn it to convection mode. An indicator light should turn on telling you that it's in convection mode. Set the temperature to 25°F (14°C) less than what the recipe calls for. Use the up and down arrow keys to set the temperature. Like a regular convection oven, convection microwaves cook food at a faster rate than a traditional oven. Set the temperature to 25°F (14°C) less than what the recipe calls for in a traditional oven. Hit the “Start” button. Once you hit the start button, the light should come on and your microwave should start heating up to the desired temperature that you put in. The microwave should read “Preheating” or something similar on the display. Wait until the microwave beeps. Let the microwave heat up. When the internal temperature matches what you put in, the microwave should beep or ding, signifying that it's preheated. If your convection microwave doesn't have a preheating feature, wait roughly 10 minutes to ensure the microwave has heated thoroughly before putting your food into it. Check on your food when 75% of the cooking time has passed. Usually, convection ovens will cook food faster than traditional ovens, so you should check on your food frequently. Take a look at your recipe and check on your food once 75% of the cooking time has passed. If the sides are burning but the center is still cold, you may want to reduce the heat. Place your food in the oven as soon as it's preheated. Traditionally convection microwaves cool down rapidly. To maintain the preheated temperature, don't open the microwave door or turn the microwave off. Instead, place your food in the microwave as soon as possible and start cooking it. If you had to turn off the microwave or wait to cook your food, you'll have to preheat the convection microwave again. Check your food frequently. If you're not used to cooking in a convection oven or microwave, you may have to become adjusted to new cooking times. These microwaves tend to cook the food 25% faster, so check in on what you're cooking halfway through the recommended cooking time per the recipe. Reduce the heat and increase the cooking time for a more even cook. If you notice that the outside of the food is burning but the center is uncooked, it's a sign that your convection oven temperature is too high. Reduce the temperature and cook the food for a longer period of time to compensate for the lower temperature. Check the food frequently to determine when it's done. | Read the oven’s instruction manual. Press the convection button or turn the dial to convection. Preheat to 25°F (14°C) below the conventional oven temperature. Press the "Start" button. Wait for the oven to beep or for an indicator light to come on. Read the microwave’s instruction manual. Turn the convection microwave oven on. Press the convection option on your microwave. Set the temperature to 25°F (14°C) less than what the recipe calls for. Hit the “Start” button. Wait until the microwave beeps. Check on your food when 75% of the cooking time has passed. Place your food in the oven as soon as it's preheated. Check your food frequently. Reduce the heat and increase the cooking time for a more even cook. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Calculate-Relative-Frequency | How to Calculate Relative Frequency | To stop face sweating, try applying an astringent containing tannic acid, like witch hazel, to your face twice a day using a cotton ball. Additionally, apply an antiperspirant spray to your scalp, temples, and upper forehead to temporarily block your sweat glands. Alternatively, try using a dry shampoo to manage scalp sweating by holding it 8 inches from your head, then spraying it in 2 inch sections of your hair at a time. After that, massage the dry shampoo into your scalp for even distribution. | Collect your data. Unless you are just completing a math homework assignment, calculating relative frequency generally implies that you have some form of data. Conduct your experiment or study and collect the data. Decide how precisely you wish to report your results. For example, suppose you are collecting data on the ages of people who attend a particular movie. You could decide to collect and report the exact age of everyone who attends. But this is likely to give you 60 or 70 different results, being every number from about 10 through 70 or 80. You may instead wish to collect data in groups, like “Under 20,” “20-29,” “30-39,” “40-49,” “50-59,” and “60 plus.” This would be a more manageable set of six data groups. As another example, a doctor might collect body temperatures of patients on a given day. In this case, just collecting whole numbers, like 97, 98, 99, might not be precise enough. It might be necessary to report data in decimals in this case. Sort the data. After you complete your study or experiment, you are likely to have a collection of data values that could look like 1, 2, 5, 4, 6, 4, 3, 7, 1, 5, 6, 5, 3, 4, 5, 1. In this form, the data appear almost meaningless and difficult to use. It is more helpful to sort the data in order from lowest to highest. This would result in the list 1,1,1,2,3,3,4,4,4,5,5,5,5,6,6,7. When you are sorting and rewriting your collection of data, be careful to include every point correctly. Count the data set to make sure you do not leave off any values. Use a data table. You can summarize the results of your data collection by creating a simple data frequency table. This is a chart with three columns that you will use for your relative frequency calculations. Label the columns as follows: x {\displaystyle x}. This column will be filled with each value that appears in your data set. Do not repeat items. For example, if the value 4 appears several times in the list, just put 4 {\displaystyle 4} under the x {\displaystyle x} column once. n {\displaystyle n} , n ( x ) {\displaystyle n(x)} or f r ( x ) {\displaystyle fr(x)}. In statistics, the variable n {\displaystyle n} is conventionally used to represent the count of a particular value. You may also write n ( x ) {\displaystyle n(x)} , which is read as “n of x,” and means the count of each x-value. A final alternative is f r ( x ) {\displaystyle fr(x)} , which means the “frequency of x.” In this column, you will put the number of times that the value appears. For example, if the number 4 appears three times, you will place a 3 next to the number 4. Relative Frequency or P ( x ) {\displaystyle P(x)}. This final column is where you will record the relative frequency of each data item or grouping. The label P ( x ) {\displaystyle P(x)} , which is read “P of x,” could mean the probability of x or the percentage of x. The calculation of relative frequency appears below. This column will be used after you complete that calculation for each value of x. Count your full data set. Relative frequency is a measure of the number of times a particular value results, as a fraction of the full set. In order to calculate relative frequency, you need to know how many data points you have in your full data set. The will become the denominator in the fraction that you use for calculating. In the sample data set provided above, counting each item results in 16 total data points. Count each result. You need to determine the number of times that each data point appears in your results. You may want to calculate the relative frequency of one particular item, or you may be summarizing the overall data for the full data set. For example, in the data set provided above, consider the value 4 {\displaystyle 4}. This value appears three times in the list. Divide each result by the total size of the set. This is the final calculation to determine the relative frequency of each item. You can set it up as a fraction or use a calculator or spreadsheet to perform the division. Continuing with the example above, because the value 4 {\displaystyle 4} appears three times, and the full set contains 16 items, you can determine that the relative frequency of the value 4 {\displaystyle 4} is 3/16. This is equal to a decimal result of 0.1875. Present your results in a frequency table. The frequency table that you began above can be used to present the results in a format that is easy to review. As you perform each of the calculations, fill in the results in the corresponding places in the table. It is common to round your answers to two decimal places, although you will need to decide this for yourself based on the needs of your study. Because of rounding the end result may total something close to , but not exactly 1.0. For example, using the data set above, the relative frequency table would appear as follows: x : n(x) : P(x) 1 : 3 : 0.19 2 : 1 : 0.06 3 : 2 : 0.13 4 : 3 : 0.19 5 : 4 : 0.25 6 : 2 : 0.13 7 : 1 : 0.06 total : 16 : 1.01 Report items that do not appear. It may be just as meaningful to report items whose frequency is 0 as to report those items that do appear in your data set. Look at the kind of data you are collecting, and if you notice any gaps in your sorted data, you may need to report them as 0s. For example, the sample data set you have been working with includes all values from 1 to 7. But suppose that the number 3 never appeared. That could be important, and you would report the relative frequency of the value 3 as 0. Show your results as percentages. You may wish to turn your decimal results into percentages. This is a common practice, as relative frequency is often used as a predictor of the percentage of times that some value will occur. To convert a decimal number to a percentage, simply shift the decimal point two spaces to the right, and add a percent symbol. For example, the decimal result of 0.13 is equal to 13%. The decimal result of 0.06 is equal to 6%. (Don't just skip over the 0.) | Collect your data. Sort the data. Use a data table. Count your full data set. Count each result. Divide each result by the total size of the set. Present your results in a frequency table. Report items that do not appear. Show your results as percentages. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Pull-a-Horse%27s-Mane | How to Pull a Horse's Mane | Before you try to pull a horse's mane, spend a few days brushing and tugging on its mane to get it used to being handled. Then, when you're ready to get started, exercise your horse for a bit to open its pores, which will make pulling the hair out easier. Next, use a comb to locate the longest hairs in your horse's mane, and wrap a few of them around the comb. Finally, yank down on the comb to pull out the hairs, and repeat with the rest of your horse's mane. | Get the horse used to having its mane touched and tugged. Many horses don't mind having their manes pulled, and some even enjoy it. Before you try pulling a horse's mane for the first time, though, you should make sure the horse is used to the sensation of having its mane handled. For a few days or weeks beforehand, brush the mane regularly and give some slight tugs on the hair from time to time. If the horse responds negatively to the tugging—likely by shifting away from you—you can work on using calming words and hand-patting to keep the horse at ease. Give your horse its favorite treat as a positive reward when you touch its mane. Pull the mane during shedding season when possible. Horses typically shed their winter coats during springtime, which makes it easier to tug out mane hairs. This is a particularly good time to try pulling a horse's mane for the first time. To maintain a thin, sleek mane for show purposes, some horses will need to be pulled regularly, while others may only need it done a few times a year. But spring is the ideal time to get a horse used to the process. Exercise the horse to open its pores before pulling. Take the horse for a ride, or let it run around for a bit. Exercise will open the horse's pores, which makes it easier for hairs to be pulled roots and all. A warmer day is also better since this will cause the pores to be more open as well. Grab a pulling comb and other supplies you’ll need. For a simple mane pulling, you'll only need a standard mane/tail brush or comb and a pulling comb—which is made of metal and about 3–4 in (7.6–10.2 cm) long. You can find these at any retailer that carries horse care supplies. Depending on the height difference between you and the horse, you might also need a step stool so you can easily reach the mane. If the horse is new to being pulled or has shown resistance in the past, also grab a numbing spray or gel that contains lidocaine. You can find these along with horse grooming supplies. Brush the entire mane down to establish its length and thickness. Use a standard mane/tail brush or comb to work through the mane hair. Brush it downward on each side so you get a clear idea of how long and thick the mane is, and how much you need to thin it out. For show purposes, and especially for braiding, you'll typically want a thinned-out mane that's about 4–5 in (10–13 cm) long on each side. Grasp a 1 in (2.5 cm) section of hair in your left hand. You can start at the withers (shoulder) or poll (head), or anywhere in between. Use your left hand to grasp a tuft of hair that's about 1 in (2.5 cm) in diameter, then squeeze it flat between your thumb and fingers. Working methodically in small sections is the best way to pull a mane. If you try to speed things up by grabbing large tufts of hair, you'll bother and possibly agitate the horse. If you grab any larger chunk of hair, you will not be able to pull it out with the special comb. If you're left handed, use your right hand to grasp the tuft of hair. Use your opposite hand for the instructions that follow as well (for instance, use the pulling comb in your left instead of right hand). Slide your hand down until only the longest hairs are in your grasp. As you slide your fingers down the tuft of hair, the shorter hairs will slip out of your grasp. Stop sliding down when the hairs that are at the desired length—typically 4–5 in (10–13 cm) long—have just slipped free. Some groomers use the width of their hand as a length guide, or the length of the pulling comb—both are roughly 4 in (10 cm) long. Use the comb to push the shorter hairs up and out of the way. While maintaining the grip on the longest hairs with your left hand, use the comb in your right hand to brush the shorter hairs up and out of the way. This way, you'll get a clear view of the hairs you want to pull. Alternatively, you can just use your right hand to sweep the shorter hairs out of the way. Wrap the tips of the long hairs around the comb 2-3 times. Use your right hand to slide the teeth of the pulling comb into the tuft of longer mane hairs, just above the fingers of your left hand. Twirl the comb around several times to wrap up the longer hairs against its shaft. Let go of the hair with your left hand as you start to twirl the comb. Yank firmly downward to pull out the hairs at the roots. Once the longer hairs are wrapped around the comb shaft, pinch them against the shaft with the thumb and forefinger of your right hand. Then, use a quick, firm motion to pull downward and remove the hairs, roots and all. Make sure you pull firmly enough to yank out the hairs by the roots. Most horses prefer a downward pull, but some like pulls that are done upward or outward. Use trial-and-error to see which is most tolerable for your horse. Remove the pulled hairs from the comb and discard them in the trash or on the ground. Repeat the process over and again while taking regular breaks. To pull the entire mane, just keep grabbing small tufts of hair, isolating the longest hairs, and yanking them out with the aid of the pulling comb. Instead of focusing on one section of the mane at a time, you may want to move around along the mane—this way, you won't cause irritation by yanking out hairs in the same small area repeatedly. After every few pulls, pick up the mane/tail brush and brush out the mane in the areas you've been working on to check how everything looks. Give the mane a good brushing when you're finished as well. It's usually best to do the entire mane over several sessions, perhaps even over several days. Let the horse be your guide—if they don't mind the process, keep working. If, however, they are getting agitated, take a break and try again later. Keep the horse calm and use numbing agents if needed. Talk to the horse in a soothing voice throughout the process, and praise it for doing a good job. It might also help to distract the horse with a “hay net” (a hanging bag filled with hay). If the horse keeps pulling away or resisting despite your calming efforts, try applying some spray or gel numbing agent (with lidocaine) to the mane, according to the product instructions. In the worst-case scenario, your options may be limited to not pulling the mane at all or only doing so when the horse is under veterinary sedation. Isolate the longest hairs in your left hand as if to pull them. Follow the same process as you would for traditional pulling. Grab a 1 in (2.5 cm) tuft of hair with your left hand, slide your fingers down until you're only gripping the longest hairs, and use your right hand to push the freed hairs out of the way. You won't be holding a pulling comb in your right hand in this case, though, so you'll have to rely on just your hand to keep the released hair out of the way. Use a mane shedding blade to cut the long hairs shorter. Instead of winding the longest hairs around a pulling comb and yanking them out, use a mane shedding blade instead. Different models vary a bit in appearance, but they often look like a pocket knife with comb teeth cut into the blade. Drawing the comb teeth down and through the longest hairs in your grasp will cut them off at the point right above your left hand. Work carefully, as the blade at the base of the teeth is razor-sharp. You can get a mane shedding blade at a horse supply retailer. After you've made a few cuts, use the mane/tail brush to brush out that area of mane and check your work. Adjust your cutting length as needed. Cut the longest hairs even shorter to help thin a thicker mane. A mane shedding blade saves you from having to cause pain by yanking out hairs at the root, but it doesn't do as good of a job of thinning out a thick mane. Cutting the longest hairs—which are often the underneath layers of hair—a little shorter may help to make the mane look a bit thinner. In truth, mane shedding blades work best on horses that already have thinner manes. For horses with naturally thick manes, you may have to rely on pulling to get a thinned, trimmed look. | Get the horse used to having its mane touched and tugged. Pull the mane during shedding season when possible. Exercise the horse to open its pores before pulling. Grab a pulling comb and other supplies you’ll need. Brush the entire mane down to establish its length and thickness. Grasp a 1 in (2.5 cm) section of hair in your left hand. Slide your hand down until only the longest hairs are in your grasp. Use the comb to push the shorter hairs up and out of the way. Wrap the tips of the long hairs around the comb 2-3 times. Yank firmly downward to pull out the hairs at the roots. Repeat the process over and again while taking regular breaks. Keep the horse calm and use numbing agents if needed. Isolate the longest hairs in your left hand as if to pull them. Use a mane shedding blade to cut the long hairs shorter. Cut the longest hairs even shorter to help thin a thicker mane. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-an-Origami-Whale | How to Make an Origami Whale | If you want to make an origami whale, lay a square sheet of paper in front of you and fold the opposite corners together to create basic guidelines. Next, fold the top edges to the vertical center line to create triangles. Then, fold the left end in, flip the paper over, and fold the paper in half to create the whale's body. Finally, pull out the flippers and fold the tail up to complete your whale! | Lay a square piece of origami paper on a flat surface. A good starting paper size to use is 15 in × 15 in (38 cm × 38 cm). If your piece of paper has a white side and a colored side, place the colored side face down on the table. That side will form the outer part of the whale. Bigger pieces of paper are easier to work with. If you're a beginner, practice folding techniques with a bigger piece of paper. Fold the paper in half, open it, and fold it in half the other way. Rotate the paper until it looks like a diamond with 1 corner pointing towards you. Bring the bottom point to the top point and flatten the page. Afterward, open the paper and repeat the fold with the opposite corners. The paper will have a horizontal and vertical crease running through its center. These creases are guidelines you can use to help you fold the paper into the shape of a whale. Fold the top edges to the center crease. Start with the right side. Bring the right edge over until it aligns with the vertical center crease. Carefully flatten the paper to create another crease. Repeat this with the top left edge without opening the paper back up. Make sure the paper is oriented in a diamond shape before you fold it. To make a good crease, hold the paper still with a free finger. Pin the flap of paper in place as you smooth it out. Flip the paper over and bring the tail to the top point. Your paper will look like a kite at this point. Position it so the thin tail points toward you. Then, bring the tail up until it is over the uppermost corner and crease the fold. If your paper has a white backside, you will be making this fold on the colored side. Turn the paper over and open the pockets with your finger. The folded kite will have 2 little pockets along its bottom edge. Grasp the flaps by their free edges in the center of the paper. Use your finger to move the pockets away from the table. Push against their free edges to make them stand up. For the best result, work with 1 pocket at a time. Bring the pocket’s tip over to the center and flatten it. When you lift the pocket flaps away from the page, the paper's left and right corners will also lift up. Push against the outside edge of each pocket to bring the corner over to the center of the paper. Then, smooth them out to form a crease. When this fold is done correctly, the pockets will form big triangles. The paper will look like an uneven diamond. Fold the paper’s top layer straight down. Slide your fingers around the edges of the paper. Separate the top layer from the paper underneath it, then bring the point down. The paper will have a crease about ¼ of the way up from the bottom, level with the diamond's left and right corners. Fold the paper down along this line. Make sure you only fold the top layer, or else the paper won't be in the correct shape for the next step. After you make the fold, the paper will be in the shape of a perfect diamond. Flip the paper over and push the fin flaps to the left. After you turn the paper over, orient it so the diamond's longer corners point to the right and left. The flaps are in the middle. Push them over and flatten them against the paper. Turn the paper over and fold the left point to the center. Flip the paper vertically, keeping the fin flaps pointed towards the left. Then, grab the left corner and align it with the paper's center point. Crease the fold to finish it. Be careful about how you flip the paper. Flipping it the wrong way can affect how your whale turns out. Fold the bottom edge about ⅓ of the way up the paper. Hold the paper still with the sides of your hands. Carefully bring the bottom edge up slightly, pushing it onto the whale's body and flattening it. This fold determines how wide the whale's body will be. Making the fold too big can make the whale's body look too small. You only need to fold the edge up a little, enough to make it horizontally flat. Bring the top half of the whale down over the bottom half. Fold the entire whale in half along the horizontal crease running through the center. Once you do this, you will be able to see the shape of the whale's body. The top half of the paper will overhang the bottom half slightly. This is okay and will be fixed in the next step. Turn the overhanging top edge down and tuck it into the whale. Flip the whale over so pointed edge is on top and the flat edge is on the bottom. Grasp the pointed edge and fold it down against the whale's body. Then, unfold it and open the whale's top edge. Put the fold inside the whale to finish its basic shape. Take a look at your work. Make sure both sides of the whale look even. The top and bottom edges will both be level. Move the whale onto its back and pull the fin flaps out. The whale's back is the shorter side. You will see 2 flaps of paper near the whale's head. Move each flap back away from the head at a diagonal angle, taking care not to pull them too far. Pull them about ⅔ of the way towards the whale's body and down. If you move the flippers too close to the body, they won't stand out. Also, pull them down a little so the tips reach above the body. Fold the flippers carefully, since the thin origami paper can tear. Fold the whale’s tail straight up. Grasp the tip and move the tail up, away from the whale's body. When you do this correctly, the tail's inner edge will form a perfect diagonal. Press down hard on it to make a good crease. Adjust the fold to change the tail's size. Folding more of the tail makes it bigger. Change it according to how you want your whale to look. Open the whale and cut a slit in the tail. Unfold the tail, then spread apart the whale along its top edge. Look for the crease in the tail you made with your last fold. Use a sharp pair of scissors to cut along the center of the tail to that crease. If you don't like doing scissors, you can skip this part. Instead, leave your whale's tail folded. Fold the whale’s tail flaps up against one another. Close the whale back up, then separate the tail flaps. Grasp the flap closest to you, folding it so it points up towards the ceiling. Fold the other flap in the opposite direction until it is behind the first flap, perfectly aligned with it. Push the flaps hard together so they stay in place, or else the tail may unfurl. Open the tail flaps up and crease them in place. You can adjust the tail flaps to whatever angle you like. Separate them, bringing each flap down so it points out towards the side. When you get them where you want them, press them between your fingers to crease them and hold them in place. Your whale is done! You can try decorating yours, drawing on an eye or mouth if you'd like, or you can start over and make another one. | Lay a square piece of origami paper on a flat surface. Fold the paper in half, open it, and fold it in half the other way. Fold the top edges to the center crease. Flip the paper over and bring the tail to the top point. Turn the paper over and open the pockets with your finger. Bring the pocket’s tip over to the center and flatten it. Fold the paper’s top layer straight down. Flip the paper over and push the fin flaps to the left. Turn the paper over and fold the left point to the center. Fold the bottom edge about ⅓ of the way up the paper. Bring the top half of the whale down over the bottom half. Turn the overhanging top edge down and tuck it into the whale. Move the whale onto its back and pull the fin flaps out. Fold the whale’s tail straight up. Open the whale and cut a slit in the tail. Fold the whale’s tail flaps up against one another. Open the tail flaps up and crease them in place. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Be-More-Aggressive | How to Be More Aggressive | Being aggressive without being hostile can help you be more confident and improve your self-esteem. You can learn to be more aggressive by incorporating assertive body language, behavior, and speech into the way you interact with people. When you're talking to someone use good posture by keeping your back straight and your shoulders back, and look them directly in the eyes so you seem confident. Try using words and phrases that are direct, but not judgmental. For example, you could say something like “I don't like it when you do that” to clearly state your feelings assertively. Use a firm and even tone of voice, but don't shout so you don't seem unreasonable. Try practicing what you plan to say to someone beforehand so you don't hesitate when you speak to them. | Be assertive in your posture. You want to appear in control, poised, and confident without looking awkward or uncomfortable. Approach someone directly, rather than from the side of behind. Maintain enough distance so you can hear the person but are not in their face. Relax (do not slouch or hunch) your shoulders and spread your feet shoulder-width apart so your body weight is balanced evenly on both legs. Fold or clasp your hands and hold them in front of your stomach, no higher than your diaphragm. Maintain an assertive posture when sitting. If you are addressing someone who is taller than you, suggest sitting down so you are at the same height. Find a table where you can sit and talk across from one another. Sit with your back straight. Your head should be upright and evenly balanced on your shoulders. Avoid tilting your head to one side or hunching your shoulders. Do not cross your legs. This can communicate that you are distracted or bored. Regularly crossing your legs when sitting may contribute to back pain or formation of spider veins. Clasp or fold your hands on the table. Having your hands in a location where the other person can see them to establish trust and demonstrate your sincerity. Be aware how you use your hands and fingers. How you use your hands to communicate can set the tone for the rest of the conversation or interaction. When gesturing to make a point, keep your fingers together and point with an open palm. Avoid pointing or jabbing your finger at someone. Be aware of your facial expressions. Look the other person in the eye and relax your face. Do not stare at the floor or look off to the side when speaking or listening. These will make you look nervous. Do not clench your jaw or tense the muscles in your face. Maintain direct eye contact, but avoid 'eye-balling' the other person. Stand up for yourself and push back. Express your point of view or needs in a way that is clear and direct. You want to come off as aggressive, not disrespectful. Make sure you have someone's full attention before talking. Talk face-to-face, not to their back. Say their name when addressing them. Be honest with the person you are confronting, but remember to listen to their point of view as well. Use words and phrases that are direct, but not judgmental. Sounding condescending, accusing, or overly aggressive can make a situation escalate. Words such as "always" or "never" tend to exaggerate statements and are good to avoid. Bring the conversation back to yourself. Use "I" instead of "you" statements, such as "I feel..." or "I don't like it when...". Follow these with facts. Adjust the tone of your voice so it is even but firm. Shouting, whispering, or speaking with a shaky force will undermine anything you say. Speak at a level you would use for a normal conversation. Pleading or whining will make you sound desperate or emotionally dishonest. Speak in a clear, steady voice and do not hesitate. If you are preparing to confront someone, practice what you want to say in advance in front of a mirror. Refuse someone. If you feel like someone is trying to take advantage of you or asking you to do something you feel is unreasonable (e.g. borrow money), do not feel guilty telling them "No". Follow these basic principles of saying "No": be brief, clear, firm, and honest. You can justify your response, but be brief and avoid excessive excuses. Do not start every sentence with "I'm sorry". Being overly apologetic will make you look immature or insincere. Reinforce your refusal with assertive body language. Maintain direct eye contact, hold your head up, keep your back straight, and relax your face and shoulders. Listen to music. Music can have the effect of stimulating emotional or physical arousal.Select a genre of music or songs that have a tempo of 80 to 130 beats per minute. Increase your heart rate by creating a playlist that organizes songs based on tempo, from slow (70-80 beats per minute) to fast (120-130 beats per minute). You can also alternate between fast and slow, loud or soft songs. Avoid music that triggers emotions such as anger or hostility. Participate in sports. Physical exercise can help you develop discipline and self-control. Examples of sports that help reduce tension and positively channel aggression include: Martial arts, especially Tae Kwon Do and Kung Fu. Running or aerobics. Weight-lifting or boxing. Meditate or relax. You can use relaxation techniques to prevent your aggression from developing into anger. Examples include: Take slow, deep breathes that come from your gut and not your chest. Repeat a word or phrase in your head such as "Relax" or "Calm down" while breathing deeply. Employ any of these techniques if you feel yourself getting tense or angry. Confront overly aggressive or passive-aggressive behavior in others. If the source of your aggression or frustration is another person, you have a right to stand-up for yourself and be treated with respect. Use humor to counter hostile behavior or unfair treatment. Do not overreact. This will only lead to more drama and unnecessary aggression. Deal with controlling or manipulating personalities by following a negative statement with a question or asking them to clarify their position. This will keep you in charge of the conversation. Choose your battles. Ask yourself if the other person's behavior is hurting you or just annoying. Sometimes keeping your distance is the best option. | Be assertive in your posture. Maintain an assertive posture when sitting. Be aware how you use your hands and fingers. Be aware of your facial expressions. Stand up for yourself and push back. Use words and phrases that are direct, but not judgmental. Adjust the tone of your voice so it is even but firm. Refuse someone. Listen to music. Participate in sports. Meditate or relax. Confront overly aggressive or passive-aggressive behavior in others. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Cure-a-Small-Bad-Burn | How to Cure a Small Bad Burn | To cure a small bad burn, put the area under cool, running water to soothe the skin and stop the burning process. Then, carefully pat the area dry with a clean, soft cloth. Once the area is dry, try applying some antibiotic ointment, like Neosporin, to protect your burn from an infection. If you'd like, you can wrap your burn loosely with gauze to protect it from getting irritated. Additionally, make sure to see your doctor if you burned a sensitive area, like your eyes or genitals, or if you burned yourself with a chemical, as these burns are serious and require medical treatment. | Identify a minor burn. Burns are categorized by depth and size and percent of total body surface area. A minor burn, typically called a first-degree burn, is characterized by redness to the outermost layer of the skin, the epidermis. With this type of burn, there is damage to this epithelial (top) layer without blistering. A minor burn should not cover more than 10% of your body surface. Identifiers of a first-degree burn include redness and pain. An example of such a burn is a sunburn. A first-degree burn is typically painful but does not cover a large area (less than 10%) and is not life-threatening. Distinguish first-degree burns from more serious burns. There are other burns, however, that are more serious and it's important that you know how to tell these apart from minor burns. Even if your burn is small, if it shows the following symptoms, this suggests that it is not a minor burn but a bad burn and should be seen by a doctor. Second-degree burns : There are two types of second-degree burns, superficial and deep. With superficial burns, you'll experience redness and damage of the complete epithelial layer and into the second layer of your skin, the dermis. Other symptoms include blistering, pain, redness, and, potentially, bleeding. With deep burns, there is complete epithelial damage as well as deeper destruction of the dermis. The area will appear white, indicating damage to the blood vessels due to impaired circulation. This type of burn may not cause pain as the nerves may be damaged. There may or may not be blisters. Third-degree burn : This burn affects the the epidermis and dermis but also extends through to the subcutaneous tissue. This tissue will be dry and appear like leather. You must seek medical attention if you have a third-degree burn, and should go as soon as possible to the nearest emergency room as this type of burn will require surgical intervention. Be aware of when to get medical assistance. Consider the following factors as you determine whether to treat a small burn yourself or get medical assistance: Degree — Most first-degree burns do not require medical attention, whereas deep second-degree and third-degree burns do need immediate medical attention. In addition, if you experience any blistering, even for a small burn, you should consult a physician for appropriate evaluation and antibiotic treatment. Type — If you have experienced a chemical burn, seek medical attention after first irrigating the wound with flowing cool water to dilute the chemical agent. Size — Consider how much of your body surface area (BSA) is affected by the burn(s). If you have burns over 10% of your BSA, you should seek medical attention. Follow the "rule of nines," which breaks down the body as such: each leg represents 18%, each arm represents 9%, front and back of the trunk represent 18%, and the face represents 9% of total body surface area. You can use this formula to quickly add up how much surface area the burn covers. Location — If you have experienced a burn in the genital region (even a first-degree burn), get medical assistance. Burns to the eyes should also be seen by a physician after copious irrigation with flowing cool water for at least five minutes. Further, burns on the hands, typically if they overlay a joint, often require medical attention. Note that if you are ever uncertain or have questions about your burn, go the emergency room or consult your primary care physician. Cool the affected area with water. The first thing you want to do to treat a small burn is sooth the skin with cool (not cold) water to decrease its temperature. You can do this by running cool water over the burned area from a flowing source or soaking it in cool water. Allow for a least five minutes of soaking to decrease the temperature, so the skin will stop the burning process. Be sure to remove any rings or other tight items from the burned area, as the affected region will swell very quickly. If the area is too large to be soaked, then go to the shower and run cool water over it for at least five minutes. Rather than use flowing water, you could also place a clean towel soaked with cool tap water on the burn. Assess the burn. Once the cooling has taken place, you will feel more comfortable and better able to examine and assess the burned area. You'll need to determine the degree of the burn as well as consider other factors, such as size, location, and type of burn. Assessing these factors will help you determine whether or not you can treat the burn yourself at home or whether you should seek medical attention. In most cases, if the wound is a small first-degree burn that is not on your genitals, hands, face, or joints, you can treat and care for the burn at home. Pat the area dry. Use a soft cloth and take care not to use anything abrasive. Be gentle and pat, don't rub, especially if there is any blistering or outer skin damage, as you don't want to pull off any of the skin. Apply some ointment. Once the affected area is dry, obtain an ointment and apply a generous amount so that you are covering the burn but not rubbing it in. The ointment can have antibiotics in it, but does not need to. Other options include petroleum jelly or aloe vera gel. If using aloe vera, make sure to use only 100% pure aloe vera gel and not a lotion or other formula. Neosporin is a good over-the-counter choice for an antibiotic ointment. If you are allergic to Neosporin, you can go to the doctor and obtain a prescription for bacitracin or bactroban. Apply a protective dressing. A protective dressing is a made from rolled gauze that you can purchase at any drugstore or pharmacy. After applying the antibiotic ointment, wrap the area in a circular fashion with the rolled gauze. Secure the dressing with surgical adhesive tape, also available at the drugstore. This protective dressing will do two functions. First, it will provide a protective barrier against re-injury. Second, the covering will also provide protection from infection, given that your skin's natural barrier from infection has been compromised due to the burn. This may not always be necessary, but keep it protected with dressings if you wish. Cleanse and change the dressing daily. Wash the wound daily with soap and water and re-apply neosporin and the gauze dressing. Continue to wash and change the dressing each day until the skin has healed. This is typically less than two weeks. Doing this routine every day can help prevent scarring of the burned tissue. Your skin may slough off, meaning it will cast or flake off. This is especially true for any blistered areas, and you should see the skin flake and cast itself off naturally. Do not pick at your skin or break blisters. This will only aggravate, irritate and further inflame the wounded area. Watch daily for signs of infection. If you notice any symptoms of infection, you should go to the emergency room or seek other immediate medical attention. If you are diabetic or on steroids or undertaking chemotherapy or have a weakened immune system for any reason, you are at risk for infection and should be especially vigilant in monitoring for these signs of infection. Signs that the wound has become infected include: Fever greater than 100°F or 38°C (orally). Increasing erythema or redness of the wound site. Consider drawing a circle around the area of redness with a magic marker, if you are uncertain whether the redness is expanding. This can help you see whether an infection might be spreading. Drainage of the wound. Look for any pus or greenish fluid seeping out of the wound. Do not apply any creams, lotions, or oils to the wound. Simply apply petroleum jelly, 100% aloe vera gel, or antibiotic ointment or any prescription cream, such as Silvadene burn cream, that is prescribed specifically for you by your physician. If you are tempted to spray Solarcaine or any other topical numbing agent on the burned area, you should consult your physician before doing so. In general, small burns should not be very painful, unless it is infected or you have encountered some complication. Continuing pain is an indication that you should seek medical attention. Get pain relief. If the pain of the burn is bothering you, you can take anti-inflammatory analgesic oral medication, such as ibuprofen, naproxen, or aspirin. Discuss these options with your doctor if you have any doubt about their usage and whether the medications are right for you. Ibuprofen (Advil) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. It also reduces hormones that trigger fever. Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid)is a drug that works as an analgesic, relieving pain by inhibiting pain signals in the brain. It is also an antipyretic, a drug that reduces fever. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is safer than aspirin for children but has many of the same effects as aspirin. | Identify a minor burn. Distinguish first-degree burns from more serious burns. Be aware of when to get medical assistance. Cool the affected area with water. Assess the burn. Pat the area dry. Apply some ointment. Apply a protective dressing. Cleanse and change the dressing daily. Watch daily for signs of infection. Do not apply any creams, lotions, or oils to the wound. Get pain relief. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Create-a-Union-at-Work | How to Create a Union at Work | To create a union, gather a private meeting with your co-workers to discuss and record workplace issues that you feel need to be addressed. Then, choose who should represent the major departments at work within an organizing committee. During this time, begin gathering information about your workplace structure, your employer and the employees. Finally, ask your co-workers to sign union membership cards so you can hold an election and ensure your union is recognized by your workplace. | Know your rights regarding formation of unions. In the U.S., federal and state law protects such rights as the right to form a union, to express views on unions, and to talk to coworkers about an interest in forming a union. You may be excluded from coverage of the law if you are a supervisor or other employee expressly excluded from coverage in the law. Seek help of umbrella organizations, such as the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO). The AFL-CIO is an umbrella organization that brings together unions across the United States. It is a federation of unions that can help your union during formation and thereafter. The AFL-CIO has "local and state councils where unions come together to work toward common goals." Consider joining Working America. If forming a union is not an option for you, consider the alternative option of becoming a part of a union movement by joining Working America. Working America is the AFL-CIO's affiliate organization for those individuals who do not have a union at work but would still like to be involved in a union movement. Begin by discussing your idea with your coworkers. In order to begin organizing a union, you should begin by talking to your colleagues at work to determine if they might be interested in forming a union. Introduce your idea discreetly. When introducing the idea of forming a union to your coworkers, do so discreetly and preferably in the absence of a supervisor or other member of management. This is important because although you have a right to form a union, many employers do not look favorably upon the idea of their employees forming a union and may, therefore, try to thwart your attempt to form one. Hold a private meeting. If, after quietly talking to your coworkers, you find that enough of them are interested, hold a private meeting with your coworkers. At this meeting, discuss the particular workplace issues that you feel need addressing. Keep a record of the issues discussed at this meeting for future reference. Establish an organizing committee. Once you have finished preliminary discussions with your colleagues, begin building an organizing committee. This process involves identifying leaders who will represent all major departments and all shifts at your workplace and leaders who will, ideally, reflect the racial, ethnic, and gender diversity at your place of work. Train committee members. Members of the organization committee will require training on educating themselves about the union and educating other coworkers about both the union and the anti-union campaign from the management that will likely follow. Organizing committee members will also require education on workers' rights in your particular jurisdiction. Gather important information about the workplace. You will also need, at this stage, to gather important information about your workplace for future reference. This information includes: workplace structure: departments, areas of work, shifts, jobs. employee information: name, address, phone, shift, job title, and department for each worker. employer information: other locations, parent company, product(s), customers, union history. Adopt an issues program in preparation for an election. Leading up to an election, you will need to begin to adopt an issues program, which is a program of union demands. The union demands are those improvements that you are trying to achieve at your workplace. The issues program can be brought to your coworkers attention through various campaign activities. Hold a card campaign. Ask your coworkers to sign union membership cards. Your goal is to get a sizeable majority of your coworkers to sign a membership card. These cards are necessary in order to hold a union election. Hold an election. The signed union membership cards are then used to petition the labor board to hold a union election. Although an election is not necessary if the employer is willing to recognize the union based on the results of the card campaign ("a card check"), you will need to participate in an election if your employer declines to recognize the union in this manner. To do so, you will send a petition to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to hold an election. The NLRB will take several weeks to schedule the election and determine voter eligibility. During this time, you can continue the union campaign Once the election is held and the union wins, your employer must recognize and then bargain with the union. Negotiate a contract. Once your union is formed and the goal you set out to achieve has been achieved, your next goal should be to negotiate a union contract with your employer. This union contract will be the document that the employer and the union signs. This document will cover wages, dispute resolution, and other employment related matters. To negotiate a contract requires the union to mobilize in support of the union's demands and requires pressuring your employer to meet those demands. Know the laws regarding right to work states. A right to work law protects the rights of employees not to be coerced into joining a union or providing the union financial support. Be aware of these laws during your union campaign and beyond, especially if you live in a right to work state, as you do not want to be in violation of the law. Know the laws regarding the right to strike. Relevant to the concept of forming a union is a right to strike. Remember, however, that although as an employee you have a right to strike, not all strikes are legal. Some strikes, such as those in protest of an unfair labor practice by the employer, are legal and are protected by the National Labor Relations Act. However, some collective bargaining agreements that unions enter into with employers contain a "no-strike" clause. With a few exceptions, violating a no-strike clause is illegal. Know the employer's rights during a strike. Although the National Labor Relations Act protects the right to strike, your employer is allowed by law to hire replacement workers during the strike. Once the strike is over, your right to reinstatement depends on the reason for the strike. If the strike was in protest of an unfair labor practice, then you cannot be permanently replaced or fired. After the strike is over, you have a right to be reinstated even if it means that the replacement employees have to be let go. If your strike was for economic reasons, you will have fewer reinstatement rights. You cannot be fired in that scenario but you can be replaced. If the employer has hired permanent replacements while you were on strike, you will not be entitled to immediate reinstatement but will have a right to be reinstated as when when a job opening arises. | Know your rights regarding formation of unions. Seek help of umbrella organizations, such as the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO). Consider joining Working America. Begin by discussing your idea with your coworkers. Introduce your idea discreetly. Hold a private meeting. Establish an organizing committee. Train committee members. Gather important information about the workplace. Adopt an issues program in preparation for an election. Hold a card campaign. Hold an election. Negotiate a contract. Know the laws regarding right to work states. Know the laws regarding the right to strike. Know the employer's rights during a strike. |
https://www.wikihow.life/Assemble-a-Swiffer-WetJet | How to Assemble a Swiffer WetJet | To assemble your Swiffer WetJet, first remove all of the parts from the box and unwrap the packaging. Then, snap the 3 poles together. Remove the battery panel and add 4 AA batteries to power your Swiffer. After the batteries are in place, turn your Swiffer upside down and push the bottle containing the cleaning solution into the Swiffer holder. Next, press the button for a few seconds to test if the WetJet is working. If it works, release some cleaner and move the mop back and forth over the area to clean it. | Unwrap the Swiffer. Open the box and unwrap all the pieces. This includes removing any sticky tape from the handle, floor piece, cleaning solution and cleaning pads. Set all these items to the side for easy access. Snap the 3 pieces of the pole together. After lining up all 3 of the main pieces, snap the pole with the mop, the middle pole, and the pole with the handle together. If your Swiffer is pre-assembled, you may need to pull the handle to extend the pole. Listen for a click. Once the pole is extended, it is permanently extended. Insert batteries. Your Swiffer will generally require 4 AA batteries. To remove the battery panel, click the notch inside the area that holds the cleaning supply. Open the cover and insert the batteries. Insert cleaner. Your Swiffer should come with liquid cleaning supply. To insert the liquid, turn the Swiffer upside down. The flat side of the cleaner should fit flush against the pole of the Swiffer. Once the cleaning bottle is aligned, firmly press it up into the Swiffer holder. You should hear a click once the liquid is inserted correctly. Older models may need the lid of the cleaning solution to be turned slightly. In current models, there is a seal that will be broken by the Swiffer. If you suspect you have an older bottle, try turning the lid a quarter turn. Put on a cleaning pad. While looking at the cleaning pad you will see two strips of paper. These will need to be removed to allow the sticky adhesive to seal onto the Swiffer itself. Once removed, line the adhesive up with the bottom of your Swiffer. Put the Swiffer down onto the pad and hold for three seconds and the pad should automatically stick on. Swiffer pads have an extra-tough-spot cleaning strip that is textured. It can be found on one side of the mopping pad. When applying the pad to the Swiffer, put the tough-side at the back end of the mop. Swiffer pads come in many styles with different cleaning products. If you don't like the initial choice, don't be afraid to go back and exchange your Swiffer for a new style. Flip the Swiffer rightside up and test. To use your Swiffer, lay it on the floor pointed at the mess you wish to clean. Gently press the button on the handle to release the cleaning liquid. Mop the Swiffer back and forth to clean the liquid. A 2-3 second hold of the button will release enough liquid to clean approximately 10 square feet of flooring. Remove the cleaner. To access the batteries, you must remove the Swiffer cleaner. To do so, hold the Swiffer upside down. Push the large button between the cleaner and the Swiffer pole. Pull down firmly to remove the cleaner. Remove the battery tab. The battery tab will have a finger notch you can pull down. Put your finger within the opening and pull down. This will slide the battery cover off. Replace the expired batteries. Remove the batteries and replace them with new ones. Check to make sure you are putting them in the correct direction. Batteries should be recycled. Your local township should have a recycling depot that will recycle your one-use batteries free of charge. Save them in a container until you're ready to dispose. Reassemble the swiffer and test. Once you've inserted the new batteries, replace the battery cover and the cleaning supplies. If you don't need your swiffer right away, you can test it without putting on a pad by holding the button down. If the Swiffer doesn't release liquid, disassemble it and check that the batteries have been inserted correctly. | Unwrap the Swiffer. Snap the 3 pieces of the pole together. Insert batteries. Insert cleaner. Put on a cleaning pad. Flip the Swiffer rightside up and test. Remove the cleaner. Remove the battery tab. Replace the expired batteries. Reassemble the swiffer and test. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Trademark-a-Logo | How to Trademark a Logo | To trademark a logo, start by searching the United States Patent and Trademark Office's database for any existing trademarks that are similar to your logo. If there's a logo that looks similar to the one you want to trademark, you'll need to come up with a different one. If there aren't any similar logos, submit an online application through the Trademark Electronic Application System. Alternatively, you can submit a paper application to the Commissioner of Trademarks. | Determine that your logo is distinctive within your field. You will not be allowed to register a trademark for a logo similar to one that's already registered in the USPTO in any related field. You also should not use a logo that is similar to any already in use on goods or services in your field. You need a "clearance search" to minimize the legal risks of using or trying to register something similar to other trademarks. It is recommended that you hire a trademark attorney to help you complete the clearance search. Adoption of a logo that is deemed too similar to another logo will put you at risk of copyright or trademark infringement and it be rejected for registration. You may be forced to start over with a different logo if you find out too late that yours will result in a conflict. Start by searching the USPTO's online database for existing trademarks that may be similar to your logo. Although registration is optional, many valuable brands are now or formerly registered and the initial search results may help you to understand how closely your brand compares with existing or expired registrations or applications. The USPTO's online database is the Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS). Searches are free, but you'll need to consult the Design Code Search Manual for the codes for any relevant design elements for comparison with existing designs. The USPTO's Public Search Library is also free. It is located in Alexandria, VA and open weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The USPTO also maintains regional Patent and Trademark Depository libraries with CD-ROM databases, but these databases do not include design mark images. You should also search relevant registration databases for states in which you operate or distribute your goods or services. Trade journals and catalogs for your field may also prove valuable for determination of whether similar brands are already in use, whether or not registered. Evaluate existing trademarks you find for possible conflicts. If you find existing registered logos that look similar to your design, the TESS display will provide the application serial number, registration number, current status and links to the Trademark Status and Document Retrieval (TSDR) database. Use the TSDR links to see whether those registrations are still in effect or why they were rejected or cancelled. If none of their registrations are currently in force, and you have not found any similar brands in use or registered elsewhere, you can proceed to apply to register your logo. The TSDR database is updated daily at 5 a.m., so check after 5 a.m. for the most current updates. Furthermore, the TSDR database contains important information that is not found on the search website, its Gazette, or its informational CD-ROM. Prepare a trademark application. You'll need to prepare a written description of your logo and the goods and services to which it will be applied. (The USPTO's Acceptable Identification of Goods and Services Manual provides guidance on how to write a description of your goods or services.) You'll also have to create a drawing of your logo using the USPTO's specified size and format. An application may contain claims for registration of the logo in one or more classifications of goods or services, or you may submit separate applications for each class. Fees are required for each class. Details about the classification system can be found at the USPTO trademark website. You will also need to submit a "specimen" showing how your logo is in actual use on the described goods or services in U.S. commerce. Examples include a photograph of the logo on a product, or a screen-shot of the logo used to advertise your services. If you have not yet used your logo on goods in commerce, you may still file an "ITU" application, if you certify that you have an "intent to use" the logo as described. This gives you the option of three or more years in which to get your products or services into the market with the logo, before your application will be rejected for non-use. Additional fees will apply for finalizing an ITU application. Applications for US registration of brands already registered in other countries have slightly different rules, which you will need to discuss with your trademark attorney. File the application with the USPTO. Once you have cleared your logo for use, you can simply begin using your logo, or register in one or more states in order to gain limited rights. However, the way to gain more extensive rights nationwide is to file with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. There are several ways you can file: Use the Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS) to draft and submit your application online. TEAS provides the ability to check your application for completeness before submitting, then provides an e-mail summary of your application and a serial number with which to track it (via TESS or TSDR). Send it by mail to the Commissioner of Trademarks, P.O. Box 1451, Alexandria, VA 22313-1451. Two to three weeks after you send it in, you'll receive a filing receipt and serial number. Deliver it by hand or courier to the Trademark Assistance Center, Madison East, Concourse Level Room C 55, at 600 Dulany Street in Alexandria. You will be given a time-stamped receipt with an application serial number. Follow up on your application. Check the status of your application on the TSDR database. Normally, you'll hear back from the USPTO in 3 to 4 months, but it sometimes may take longer. The USPTO will have an examining attorney review your application, within about three months, and complete their own searches of various databases for potential conflicts. The examination results in either an "office action" or approval for publication. If there are any deficiencies in your application you will receive an "office action" from the examiner and will be given a limited time (up to six months) in which to address the issues. Some problems cannot be repaired and you will have to abandon your application and start over. Your trademark attorney has experience avoiding such problems and can advise you accordingly. Some applications become the subject of lengthy amendments, arguments and appeals, and you will need to decide for yourself whether the registration is worth the added cost and delay. Once your application passes the initial examination for eligibility, after a few months it will be published in the weekly Trademark Official Gazette. If no opposition is filed within 30 days of the publication, your application will either be registered or else "allowed", pending completion of the ITU filings, if necessary. For an ITU application that has been allowed, there is a limited time in which to file proof of actual use in commerce. Petitions for extensions beyond the first six months will incur additional fees. After your registration is issued, you may apply the circle-R ® device to your logo, signifying federal registration. Going forward, you will have to file additional documents and pay additional fees to keep it in good standing after five years. Renewals will also become due every 10 years, assuming you continue to believe the registration is valuable. Set up a "trademark watch" service to safeguard your essential rights. A trademark watch is a service by a lawyer or organization, to monitor public uses of your logo and guard against someone else infringing on your trademark. These individuals or organizations will help you choose whether to file cease and desist letters or even put in motion trademark infringement lawsuits if your trademark is used unlawfully by others. You should also implement your own internal guidelines and monitoring processes to make sure your employees use the logo properly. | Determine that your logo is distinctive within your field. Evaluate existing trademarks you find for possible conflicts. Prepare a trademark application. File the application with the USPTO. Follow up on your application. Set up a "trademark watch" service to safeguard your essential rights. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Use-an-Air-Compressor | How to Use an Air Compressor | To use an air compressor, start by attaching the hose to the regulator valve and plugging a power tool into the hose. Then, plug in the air compressor, turn it on, and wait for the needle on the pressure gauge to stop moving. Next, adjust the pressure regulator knob so it matches the pressure listed on your power tool. Finally, operate your power tool while there's air in the air compressor tank. | Check the pump oil level if your compressor isn’t oil-free. Old compressors, as well as large ones, tend to be oil-filled. Locate the dipstick near the bottom of one of the compressor's ends. Pull it out and check to see that the oil level reaches about ⅔ of the way up the stick. If it doesn't, pour some compressor oil into the tank. If you need oil, it can be found at most home improvement, hardware, and auto parts stores. If you're unsure about what kind of compressor you have, consult the owner's manual. Most small compressors are now oil-free, so that's why you may not see an oil tank or dipstick. Attach the hose to the regulator valve. Set the compressor on flat ground. Find the regulator valve, which should be right next to the smaller pressure gauge on 1 end of the compressor. It's a round, copper-colored, metal plug with a big hole in the middle. Push the pointed end of the hose into the valve to attach it. Plug your power tool into the hose. Hold the hose in 1 hand and the power tool in the other. Slide the tool's plug into the hose's free end and twist them together until the tool locks in place. When the tool is on securely, it won't slide off. If you are pumping a tire, push the coupler onto the tire's valve. Plug the compressor into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Make sure the compressor's power switch is turned off before plugging it in. Avoid using extension cords if you can't reach a working outlet. Instead, get another air hose and plug it into the first one. To attach 2 hoses together, slide the plug end of 1 hose into the receiving end on the other hose. It works the same way as attaching a power tool to the hose. Extension cords aren't recommended because they can cause the compressor to overheat. Put on safety goggles and closed-toed shoes. This is important to do in order to operate power tools safety. Wear polycarbonate goggles to protect your eyes. A good pair of shoes or boots shields your toes from any dropped tools. Put on all your safety gear before attempting to operate the compressor. Some tanks and tools can be pretty noisy, so consider wearing ear muffs as well. Pull on the safety valve to test it. Look for a copper-colored plug near the hose line. It will be tightly in place on the compressor and may have a ring that makes it easier to pull. Tug it towards you to release the valve and listen for the hiss of escaping air. Push the valve back in place before starting the compressor. Hearing air hiss out of the valve is a sign that it works. Otherwise, if you are able to pull the valve out and put it back in securely, it should be fine even if you don't hear any air escape. Turn on the compressor and wait for the tank to pressurize. Flip the electrical switch on the tank to turn it on. The machine will buzz to life. Watch the larger pressure gauge on the tank's side. Wait for the needle to stop moving, signifying that the air inside has reached the maximum pressure. The second, smaller gauge near the hose displays the air pressure in the hose. The display on that gauge won't move at all for the moment, which is fine. Check your tool to find how much pressure it needs. This information is usually printed on the tool. Look for a sticker or letters on the tool's underside, near the handle. If you can't find it there, consult the owner's manual for more information. For example, the information may state that the tool functions with a maximum of 90 PSI. For safety, keep the hose pressure at 75 to 85 PSI. Every tool has a different rating, so you will need to adjust the pressure every time you switch tools. Adjust the pressure regulator knob to match the tool’s PSI. The pressure regulator knob will be on the hose. Twist it counterclockwise to increase the amount of air flowing into the hose. Watch the smaller pressure gauge, also located on the hose, until it shows that the pressure is at the level you need. Operate the power tool while air is in the tank. Once pressurized air is in the hose, your tool is ready for use. Every time you use the tool, the pressure in the tank will drop and begin refilling automatically. You won't need to make adjustments until you switch to a different tool. Check the pressure gauge again if the power tool suddenly seems to stop working. This happens with smaller tanks that can't refill fast enough to accommodate larger tools. Wait a moment for the pressure to rebuild. Open the air tank drain valve to let out condensation. The valve will be on the air tank, on the underside. Twist the valve counterclockwise so that the pressurized air blows out any collected moisture. Put the valve back in place by twisting it clockwise until you can no longer hear the air flow. If you can't twist the valve by hand, try using pliers. To keep your compressor functional, drain the condensation after every use. Turn off the compressor to drain the pressure. Leave the hose in place until the compressor is turned off. Twist the pressure regulator knob near the hose to shut off the hose's air supply first. Then turn off the compressor and wait for the pressure to leave the system. Pull the pressure relief valve to speed up draining process. Remove the hose and store the air compressor. Unplug the compressor from the wall, then remove the hose. Without pressure in the tank, it should slide right out. Store the compressor and hose in a dry, temperature-controlled area such as a closet. Replace the oil every year if you have an oil-filled compressor. Like with any machine, clean oil is integral for operation. This is typically done by using a socket wrench to remove the plugs on the oil tank. Keep a container on hand to catch the old oil. Then, use a funnel to add new compressor oil. Consult your owner's manual for more instructions on opening the oil tank and changing the oil. | Check the pump oil level if your compressor isn’t oil-free. Attach the hose to the regulator valve. Plug your power tool into the hose. Plug the compressor into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Put on safety goggles and closed-toed shoes. Pull on the safety valve to test it. Turn on the compressor and wait for the tank to pressurize. Check your tool to find how much pressure it needs. Adjust the pressure regulator knob to match the tool’s PSI. Operate the power tool while air is in the tank. Open the air tank drain valve to let out condensation. Turn off the compressor to drain the pressure. Remove the hose and store the air compressor. Replace the oil every year if you have an oil-filled compressor. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Weld | How to Weld | Before you attempt to weld, purchase heavy-duty welding gloves and an auto-darkening welding helmet to protect you from sparks and metal debris. Scrape any paint and rust off of the metal with a grinder or sandpaper, then wipe the metal down with acetone. If you're using a MIG welder, attach your grounding clamp to the table you're working on and hold the welding gun in both hands at a 20° angle to the metal you're welding. Press the trigger to turn on the machine, and move the gun slowly over the metal, working in a circular motion. | Purchase a welding helmet. The sparks and light that welding gives off is extremely bright and can harm your eyes. There's also the possibility of metal debris or sparks flying into your face. Purchase an auto-darkening welding helmet online or at a hardware store to protect your eyes and face from the sparks and heat generated from the welding machine. Get heavy duty welding gloves. Purchase welding gloves online or at a hardware store. Welding gloves are typically made of cow or pig hide and will protect your hands from electrical shock, heat, and radiation. Always wear gloves when welding something. Wear a leather apron. An apron will prevent sparks from the welding machine from making contact with your clothes or potentially burning you. Get a durable, non-flammable apron online or at a hardware store. Work in a well-ventilated area. The process of welding contaminates the air with vapors and gases that are hazardous to inhale. You'll want to work in an open space with open windows or doors while you weld. Never weld galvanized steel as it produces dangerous gas. Inspect your welder before beginning. Look at all the wires, hoses, and connections on your welder. Replace any damaged or worn components before using the welder. Some welders require calibration at regular intervals. Always be sure that the calibration is up to date; there is no grace period. Scrape any paint and rust off the metal before welding. Use 80-grit sandpaper, a wire brush, or an angle grinder with a flap disc and go over the surface of the painted metal. You can purchase the sandpaper or wire brush or rent an angle grinder at a hardware store or online. Continue to grind off the paint and rust until your metal is metallic and shiny looking. If you're using an angle grinder, be careful not to distort thin metal. If you're working with thick metal, bevel the edges with an angle grinder to ensure the weld can fully penetrate. Paint and rust will inhibit the electrical connection created by the welder. Wipe down the metal with acetone. Your metal must also be free of any dust, dirt, or debris because they can inhibit your ability to make good welds. Saturate a cloth in acetone and wipe it over the entire surface of the metal. The acetone should remove any contaminants that could mess with your ability to weld. Dry the metal with a clean rag. Rub over the surface of the metal, making sure to remove any of the acetone that was left over from washing it. Let the metal fully dry before you start to weld. Make sure that your MIG welder is set up properly. Make sure that your MIG welder has a wire on the spool. Look at the tip of the welding gun to make sure that it's being properly fed up into the gun. Ensure that your shielding gas canisters are properly set up and that your welding machine is in proper working order. Clamp your ground clamp to the table you're working on. Your MIG welder should have a grounding clamp that you need to clamp onto your table. This will prevent you from getting electrocuted if you end up touching your table. Hold the welding gun with both hands. Rest one hand on the table that you're welding on and use it to control the direction of the gun while you weld. Your other hand should be gripping the gun, with your index finger ready to press the trigger. Remember to wear gloves when handling the welding machine. Position the tip of the welding gun on a 20-degree angle. Positioning the gun on a 20-degree angle against the piece of metal will help you penetrate into the metal as you weld. This is also commonly referred to as a push position. Turn the welding machine on and press the trigger. Put your welding helmet down over your face and press the trigger on the gun. This should create a bright spark the end of your welding gun. Keep your face away from the weld so you don't injure yourself or inhale any toxic fumes. Move the gun over the metal slowly to create the weld. Press the tip of the welding gun against the piece of metal. Sparks should start to be created by the welding gun. Leave the gun in a single spot for one or two seconds before you start moving it down your piece of metal. Make tiny circles with your gun as you weld. Work your way down the metal, making tiny circles as you move the welding gun. As you move down your piece of metal, you'll start to see hot metal start to pool behind the tip of your welding gun. Once you've reached the end of your weld, let go of the trigger and turn off your welding machine. If you move the weld gun too slowly, you may create holes in your sheet of metal. If you move your weld gun too fast, you may not heat the metal hot enough to melt it and your weld will be very thin. Set the welding machine to DC positive. The polarity on your machine will determine if you're welding with an alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC). The DC setting on your machine will have DC negative and DC positive. DC positive provides a large amount of penetration and is the setting that you should use if you're just starting out. The AC setting is used when your power supply only has an AC output. DC negative results in less penetration and should be used on thin sheets of metal. Set the amperage on your stick welder. Take a look at the instructions or packaging of the “rod” or electrode that you plan on using for welding. They will have a recommended amperage on them depending on what material they are made of. Use the knob on your welding machine to set the machine to the amperage that it recommends on the electrode's packaging. If the rods provide an amperage range, split the difference. For instance, if the range is 100 to 150, use 125. The most common electrodes for steel include the 6010, 6011 and 6013. Ground your welding machine to the surface you're working on. Clean the surface first to ensure there will be a strong connection. Then, take your grounding clamp and apply it to the table that you're working on. This will prevent you from getting electrocuted while you weld. Place your rod inside of the welding gun. Some stick welders will have a clamp for their welding gun while others will have a more traditional looking welding gun. Place your rod into the tip of the welding gun and tighten the tip so that the rod stays in the gun. If you have clamps, put the welding rod in between the clamps and close them. Hold your welding gun with two hands. Holding the gun with two hands will improve your precision and will help you weld straighter lines. Wrap your dominant hand over the top of the welding gun and use your other hand to support the welding gun from below. Strike your rod against the metal. Tap the tip of the rod lightly onto the metal and sparks should start to form. The rod will act a lot like a match, and friction must be present before you can strike an arc. Once you see and hear sparks, you've successfully started your weld. Make a straight line with the rod. Slowly move down the sheet of metal with your rod. As you go along in a line, the melting metal should form a pool behind your rod. This will be the same size as the weld. A proper weld or "bead" will be about ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) thick. Touch the metal with the rod for 1-2 seconds to tack weld. If you lift the rod off of the metal, it will stop creating sparks. You can hold the rod onto a piece of metal for 1-2 seconds to quickly create a rounded tack weld. This is useful if you need to create quick welds on certain pieces of metal. Break the slag off with a hammer. After you create your weld, metal will form over the weld like a shell. This material is called slag and is incredibly hot. Lightly tap the slag with a hammer until it comes off in sheets. Don't slam the slag with a hammer, or hot pieces of metal can come flying off of your weld. Clean off the slag with a wire brush. Use a wire brush and rub back and forth over the weld. Clean off the remaining slag and make sure there is no metal debris left on the weld. | Purchase a welding helmet. Get heavy duty welding gloves. Wear a leather apron. Work in a well-ventilated area. Inspect your welder before beginning. Scrape any paint and rust off the metal before welding. Wipe down the metal with acetone. Dry the metal with a clean rag. Make sure that your MIG welder is set up properly. Clamp your ground clamp to the table you're working on. Hold the welding gun with both hands. Position the tip of the welding gun on a 20-degree angle. Turn the welding machine on and press the trigger. Move the gun over the metal slowly to create the weld. Make tiny circles with your gun as you weld. Set the welding machine to DC positive. Set the amperage on your stick welder. Ground your welding machine to the surface you're working on. Place your rod inside of the welding gun. Hold your welding gun with two hands. Strike your rod against the metal. Make a straight line with the rod. Touch the metal with the rod for 1-2 seconds to tack weld. Break the slag off with a hammer. Clean off the slag with a wire brush. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Treat-Injured-Cockatiels | How to Treat Injured Cockatiels | If your cockatiel is bleeding, take it to the vet as soon as possible before the injury gets worse. In the meantime, you'll need to stabilize it by calmy searching for the source of injury. For example, if your bird is bleeding, you'll want to wash the wound with Betadine and sterile water. Next, apply pressure to the wound with a gauze or put some cornstarch or flour on the affected area to stop the bleeding. Alternatively, if your bird has a broken wing, loosely wrap gauze around it to keep it from further injury. | Act quickly. Anytime a bird has a broken blood feather, it can be life threatening. The bird can bleed out very quickly, so it is important to act fast in order to help it survive. Wrap the cockatiel in a towel. To help restrain and calm the bird, you should wrap them in a towel. Cover the entire bird in the towel, except the part you are working on. Make sure the towel isn't too tight around the bird, and keep a loose grip on it. Toweling the bird helps them safe and secure. Make sure you gently fold the wing you're not working on against their body. If you don't have a towel of the right size, you can use a sock or t-shirt. Talk to your bird as you help it. Stay calm and talk to your bird in a calm, even voice as you help it. Birds can pick up on your stress, so it will not help the situation if you from become upset. Even though they can't understand you, tell them calmly what you're going to do to help them. Have another person hold the bird. Once your bird is toweled, get someone else to hold the bird for you. Having another person hold the bird allows you to be able to concentrate on removing the delicate blood feather and gives you the use of both of your hands. Remove the feather carefully with a pair of pliers. Removing feathers is very delicate work. You can accidentally break the bird's bones or cause them more harm. Have someone hold your bird while you use a pair of pliers or hemostats to grip the feather. Get as close to the skin as possible and grab the feather shaft above the break. Secure the wing against the surface of your work area, and pull with a quick, firm yank. The end of the feather should have a rounded bulbous end if you removed the entire feather shaft. Coating the feathers with water before you remove it can help you move the feathers and find the broken one. Use a cotton swab to coat the feathers in water. If you don't think you can remove the feather from the follicle, stop the bleeding until you get your bird to the vet. Staunch the bleeding with cornstarch. If the follicle starts bleeding after you remove the feather shaft, apply pressure on it. Then, place cornstarch on the area and apply pressure again. Applying cornstarch and pressure should help stop the bleeding. You can also use styptic powder or a styptic stick to stop any bleeding. Stay calm. No matter what the injury is, you want to get the cockatiel to the vet as soon as possible. However, you need to stabilize the bird first to make sure it doesn't go into shock or bleed out. While you treat your bird, stay calm. Your bird can sense if you are panicking or upset, which can add more stress to them. Don't allow other family members or pets around the bird. Keeping others away helps keep the bird calm. Search for the source of the bleeding. If your bird has gotten injured or you spotted blood, examine the bird's entire body. Be careful as you look for the wound or the source of the bleeding. Wash the wound. For wounds on the skin, use a solution made of Betadine and sterile water. Gently wipe around the bleeding wound using a cotton ball, gauze, or cotton swab covered with the solution. If it is a surface scratch that isn't bleeding, just put some antibiotic ointment on it and let it heal. Apply pressure to wounds. If your bird is bleeding, press gauze or a paper towel against the wound. The pressure should help stop the bleeding. You apply pressure for skin, nail, or beak bleeding. Use cornstarch to staunch the bleeding. If pressure doesn't stop the bleeding, you can use a substance to help stop it. Try cornstarch or flour on a moist cotton swab to help stop the bleeding. You can also use styptic powder or a styptic stick. If you use any of these substances to stop bleeding on the bird's face, make sure you don't get it in their eyes, nose, or mouth. See the vet. If the bleeding does not stop, then you must take your bird to the vet. Once you've put the powder on, check to make sure the bleeding stopped and put the bird's cage in a quiet, calm spot so that it can relax and heal. Again, speak to it calmly and quietly with affection and care. Take your bird to the vet as soon as possible. If your bird gets injured, even if it is a minor injury, you should take them to the vet. Taking them to the vet is important so that you can have the vet check over your bird, make sure there are no other wounds, and administer any additional needed care. Most towns have vets that can see and treat birds. Wrap broken wings loosely to prevent movement. If you're taking your bird to the vet for a broken wing bone, you need to secure the wings. The bird may try to flap the wings or fly, which could cause further damage. Wrap gauze loosely around the bird to secure the wings. Tape the gauze so it doesn't come loose. Don't wrap the gauze too tightly around the bird. Wrapping them too tightly will restrict the bird's breathing. Take the bird to the vet immediately if the leg or skull is broken. Leg or skull breaks should not be treated at home. Don't try to wrap or treat them. Take the bird to the vet immediately if they experience this kind of break. Monitor the bird for signs of illness. Most birds hide their weaknesses and won't let you know they are sick. Keep a close eye on your bird to make sure it's okay and doing well. You know your bird, so if something is off, take them to the vet. Taking them to the vet is especially important if your bird has suffered a recent injury. You can weigh the bird monthly to make sure they are not losing weight. Weight loss without being on a diet is one of the first signs of problems. | Act quickly. Wrap the cockatiel in a towel. Talk to your bird as you help it. Have another person hold the bird. Remove the feather carefully with a pair of pliers. Staunch the bleeding with cornstarch. Stay calm. Search for the source of the bleeding. Wash the wound. Apply pressure to wounds. Use cornstarch to staunch the bleeding. See the vet. Take your bird to the vet as soon as possible. Wrap broken wings loosely to prevent movement. Take the bird to the vet immediately if the leg or skull is broken. Monitor the bird for signs of illness. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Not-Throw-up-when-Drunk | How to Not Throw up when Drunk | To not throw up when you're drunk, try to eat something before you start drinking, which will help absorb the alcohol. While you're drinking, have a glass of water for every alcoholic drink you consume to help flush out the toxins and keep you hydrated. If you start feeling nauseous, stop drinking alcohol, since continuing to drink will only make you feel worse. Sit down, if you can, as dancing or moving around a lot can make you vomit when you're feeling sick. You can also head outside or stand by a window to get some fresh air, which will help you feel better. | Drink water throughout your alcohol excursion. If you're prone to vomiting, you might want to alternate each alcoholic beverage with a glass of water during the night. In the event you get very drunk and perhaps a little nauseous, switch entirely to water. Drink water steadily, but never chug or drink water to excess, as this can upset your stomach. Inexperienced drinkers sometimes drink too much water out of fear of becoming dehydrated. Drink water throughout the night, but not to uncomfortable excess. Eat something beforehand. Alcohol filters quickly into blood from the stomach. If you don't have food in your stomach, the alcohol will absorb into your blood intoxicating you rapidly, which could leave your world spinning and your stomach heaving. A little food in your tummy can be the difference between a night on the town and vomit city. Food high in fat content, like most bar food, takes a considerable time to digest in your stomach, making it the perfect choice for the start of your night out. Healthy pre-drinking foods include: nuts, avocados, and seeds. Use over the counter medicine. It is important to use a remedy that agrees with your system, so if chalky antacids don't usually calm your upset stomach, popping one of these might not be the best solution. If you have a default over the counter medicine you use for upset stomachs or nausea, take it preemptively when you begin feeling queasy. Restore your potassium. One of the biggest causes of both hangover and drinking related nausea is dehydration. Dehydration occurs when your body either doesn't have enough water in its system or else can't hold onto water because it doesn't have the right balance of electrolytes. As an important electrolyte, you might help your body retain water by eating a food high in potassium, like a banana. Drink electrolyte restoring drinks. But be careful when considering a sports drink, as most sports drinks have modified formulas loaded with sugar, which are more palatable to the general population. These sugary drinks, however, could lead to more dehydration. Consume ginger. Plenty of studies agree that ginger has powerful anti-nausea properties that you can enjoy when drinking ginger tea or ginger soda. You can add powdered ginger to food or drink, chew on a piece of raw ginger, or eat a ginger candy to enjoy ginger's stomach soothing influence. Try fennel seeds. These have been found to aid digestion and lessen the effects of nausea. One tablespoon of crushed fennel seeds stepped in water for 10 minutes will create a sour stomach easing brew. Chewing a teaspoon of fennel seeds, while maybe not the most appealing option, might also save you from throwing up. Know your limit. This often is a matter of trial and error, however make sure you learn from the errors. Generally, your limit will be linked to your weight and gender. Women, being generally smaller, weighing less, and having a naturally higher fat content, have a natural handicap when drinking alcohol. Generally, moderate (and likely nausea free) drinking entails: Men 100 - 149 lbs: 1 - 2 drinks per hour 150 - 200+ lbs: 2 - 3 drinks per hour Women 90 - 100 lbs: 1 drink per hour 101 - 180 lbs: 1 - 2 drinks per hour 181 - 200+ lbs: 2 - 3 drinks per hour Stop drinking when you've reached your limit. This is harder than it sounds, especially when friends are encouraging you to have another and your inhibitions are lowered by the alcohol you've already had. A good defense is to say, "If I have another I'll be sick." This is especially useful if you're talking to the person that lives wherever you're drinking. Get some fresh air. Cooling yourself off is a big part of feeling better. Parties tend to get hot, and going outside will relieve you of this oppressive, potentially vomit-inducing atmosphere. As an added bonus, if you do vomit it won't be while you're surrounded by people, and throwing up outside requires less involved clean up. Listen to your body. If you get close to vomiting, if you heave or gag, the best policy to ensure you do not vomit is to call it quits drinking for the night. Especially after you vomit, even if you feel much better, drinking more could lead to more vomiting and potentially something more serious, like alcohol poisoning. Apply accupressure to your wrist. Though not definitively proven to help with nausea, most doctors don't see any harm in using accupressure to receive relief. Find the Neiguan (P-6) pressure point on your inner arm. Position your hand so that your palm is facing upwards. Place your middle three fingers across the wrist starting where the wrist meets your hand. The outside of the finger closest your body should mark this pressure point P-6. Now you can use your thumb to press this point, moving in a circular motion for a short period of time. You might gain additional relief by repeating this process on your other wrist. Avoid excess motion. It may offer you relief if you rest in a sitting or lying on your left side, in a propped up position. Activity may worsen nausea and can even cause vomiting. | Drink water throughout your alcohol excursion. Eat something beforehand. Use over the counter medicine. Restore your potassium. Drink electrolyte restoring drinks. Consume ginger. Try fennel seeds. Know your limit. Stop drinking when you've reached your limit. Get some fresh air. Listen to your body. Apply accupressure to your wrist. Avoid excess motion. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Crustless-Quiche | How to Make Crustless Quiche | Before making a basic crustless quiche, preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and place your baking rack in the middle of the oven. After generously buttering a 9-inch pie plate, whisk 3 eggs in a large mixing bowl. In a saucepan, heat the cream until warm, and then add it to the eggs. Next, stir in the cheese, salt, and pepper. Once everything is combined, pour the mixture into the pie plate. Bake the quiche for 20-30 minutes and allow it to cool before serving. | Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Make sure that the baking rack is set in the middle. Generously butter a 9-inch (22.86-centimeter) pie plate. This quiche doesn't have a crust, so you want to make sure that it won't stick to the pie plate. If you'd prefer individual servings, butter 4 to 6 ramekins instead. Beat the eggs. Crack 3 eggs open into a large mixing bowl. Beat them with a whisk until the yolks break and combine with the whites. Heat the cream, half-hand-half, or milk. Pour 1 cup (240 milliliters) or cream, half-and-half, or milk into a small saucepan. Heat the liquid over low heat until it is warm. Do not let it come to a simmer. For a more complex flavor, use a combination of cream, half-and-half, and milk. Pour the heated liquid into the eggs. Gently stir the mixture together until everything is evenly combined. Add the cheese. Measure out both yours cheeses, and add them to the eggs. Alternatively, you can use just 1 cup (100 grams) of one type of cheese; this will give you a simpler flavor. No Gruyère? Try Emmental or Cantal instead. No Parmesan? Try hard Pecorino. Add your seasoning. Add ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper. You can use a little more of less salt/pepper if you prefer. No cayenne pepper? Try paprika instead. Stir everything together until combined. Scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl often to ensure that everything gets evenly mixed. Pour the mixture into the pie plate. Use a rubber spatula to help guide the mixture into a pie plate and to spread it evenly across. If you are using ramekins, consider scooping the mixture out with a ladle instead; this will ensure that each ramekin gets the same amount. Bake the quiche for 20 to 30 minutes. It is ready when it is almost firm. It should jiggle a little bit when shaken. Allow the quiche to cool a little before serving. Place the quiche onto a wire cooling rack. Let it cool for about 10 minutes. If you make individual servings, they may finish cooling sooner. Serve the quiche warm. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Make sure that the baking rack is in the middle of the oven. Generously grease a 9-inch (22.86-centimeter) pie pan. This ensures that the quiche comes out easily when you go to serve it. For bite-sized quiches, grease a muffin pan instead. Sauté the onion in a skillet over medium-high heat. Heat 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Chop up an onion, and add it to the skillet. Sauté the onion, stirring often, until it turns soft. Add the spinach, and cook until there's no moisture left. Place 10 ounces (284 grams) of thawed, frozen spinach into the skillet. Cook the spinach, stirring often, until there's no moisture left. This will ensure that the spinach doesn't release extra juices while baking and making the quiche soggy. Combine the eggs, cheese, salt, and pepper. Crack open 5 large eggs and add them to a large mixing bowl. Stir in 2 to 3 cups (200 to 300 grams) of shredded cheese, and season with salt and pepper. Stir with a whisk until everything is combined. For a more tender and moist quiche, stir in ¼ cup (60 milliliters) of milk. Stir in the spinach mixture. Use a spatula to scoop the spinach and onion mixture out of the skillet and into the mixing bowl. Stir everything together with a wooden spoon until evenly combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared pie pan. Use a rubber spatula to help guide the mixture into the pan, and to spread it evenly across. If you are using a muffin pan, fill each well half way with a soup ladle. Bake the quiche for 30 minutes. Make sure that the baking rack is placed in the middle of the oven. The quiche is ready when the eggs have set. If you added milk, you may have to increase the baking time by 4 to 5 minutes. Let the quiche cool before you serve it. Take the quiche out of the oven, and let it cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Cut it into pie slices, and serve it straight from the pan with a spatula. Consider adding some extra flavor. Before you pour the beaten egg mixture into you pie pan, ramekins, or muffin pan, you can stir in some tasty extras, such as chopped ham, vegetables, or herbs. Pick and choose some of the items from the steps below to take your crustless quiche to the next level. Add some meat to make it hearty. You will need ¾ cup (115 grams) of chopped or diced meat, such as bacon, ham, or salami. If you choose to use bacon or ham, be sure to cook it first. Add some vegetables for a healthier hearty meal. You will need 2 to 3 cups (200 to 300 grams) of chopped vegetables. Great quiche vegetables include sautéed asparagus, broccoli, braised leeks, mushrooms, sautéed onions, peppers, spinach, and tomatoes. Experiment with different flavors of cheese. You can use just one flavor, or experiment with different combinations. You will need 1 cup (100 grams) total. Great cheeses for quiche include: Cheddar, Fontina, Gouda, goat, Gruyere, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Provolone, Solo, and Swiss. Use grated, shredded, or crumbled cheese. Ham and Swiss cheese go especially well together. Add flavor with herbs. These can be used with eggs alone, or in combination with cheese, vegetables, and meats. You will need 1 to 4 tablespoons of fresh, minced herbs. Great choices include: basil, chives, dill, marjoram, parsley, rosemary, and tarragon. You can stick with just one type of herb, or use a combination. Finished. | Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Generously butter a 9-inch (22.86-centimeter) pie plate. Beat the eggs. Heat the cream, half-hand-half, or milk. Pour the heated liquid into the eggs. Add the cheese. Add your seasoning. Stir everything together until combined. Pour the mixture into the pie plate. Bake the quiche for 20 to 30 minutes. Allow the quiche to cool a little before serving. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 9-inch (22.86-centimeter) pie pan. Sauté the onion in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the spinach, and cook until there's no moisture left. Combine the eggs, cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir in the spinach mixture. Pour the mixture into the prepared pie pan. Bake the quiche for 30 minutes. Let the quiche cool before you serve it. Consider adding some extra flavor. Add some meat to make it hearty. Add some vegetables for a healthier hearty meal. Experiment with different flavors of cheese. Add flavor with herbs. Finished. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Order-Pizza-to-a-Dorm | How to Order Pizza to a Dorm | The easiest way to order a pizza to a dorm is to choose a restaurant nearby that's experienced in making on-campus deliveries. As you order, provide your dorm's name and street address, and give a few tips to help the driver get there easily. Set up a pickup location that's easy for them to find, like near the closest dorm entrance to the street. Meet them outside with an ID and a tip, and enjoy your tasty pizza! | Choose a pizza place that’s within a few miles of your school. Not only will a local pizzeria be able to deliver your food more quickly, but they're also more likely to be familiar with campus. Their delivery person will likely be able to find your dorm with less trouble than a pizza place that's a little farther. You can also ask your roommates and neighbors to see what pizza place they typically order from, and whether the delivery person tends to have trouble finding your dorm. If you go with a pizza place that's farther from campus, be prepared to give more detailed directions about how to get to your dorm. You also might need to tip more, especially if the restaurant is more than 5 miles (8.0 km) away. Order on the phone to explain the directions more easily. It might be simpler to explain where you live and the best way to get there if you're speaking directly with an employee on the phone. You can even ask if they typically deliver to campus and how well the delivery person knows their way around, adjusting your directions as need be. Order online for easier special requests and orders. It's easier to specify extra toppings and other special orders on an online form, when you can be sure that no specifications will be lost because of a bad connection or an unclear voice, like on a phone. There will still be a place to specify your address, directions, and other notes to help the deliver person find you on campus. Search for the pizza place online and check out their website to see if they offer an online ordering feature. Most large chains do, but a smaller restaurant might not. When ordering online, you can enter your credit card information to pay right away, or you can select a “Cash” option to pay once the pizza arrives. Use a food delivery app if the pizza place uses one. Food delivery apps let you order conveniently on your phone. Then, a delivery person (not from the pizza place) will pick up your order and delivery it to you for a fee. This is a great option if you already have an account on an app, and if the restaurant is registered on that app. Some popular food delivery apps to check include Doordash and Grubhub. If you don't already have an account on a food delivery app, it might be easier to just order online or over the phone. Otherwise, you'll have to take the time to set up an account before you can get to ordering your pizza. Specify the name and address of your dorm and how to get there. Whether you're talking to an employee or ordering on the computer, make sure to mention that you live on campus. Tell them the name of the dorm as well as its street address, and provide any other details that might help the delivery person find you. For example, you could say, “I live on campus at City University. My dorm is called Hood, and the address is 123 Peterson Street. It's just off of Campus Drive near the library.” Arrange a pickup location that’s convenient for the delivery person. The delivery person won't be able to get into your building, so specify that you'll meet them outside. Make sure it's an easy place for them to get to. It'll be easier for you to find them than for them to go around looking for you on an unfamiliar campus! For example, you could ask them to meet you out in front of your dorm or on the side closest to the street. Give the pickup location to the employee on the phone, or specify it in your directions online. Ask for a time estimate or track the pizza online. If you're speaking to an employee on the phone, ask when you can expect the pizza to be delivered. If you're ordering online or with a delivery app, look for a tracking feature that will let you see how close your pizza is to being delivered. As it gets closer, head down to the lobby or wait outside for the delivery person. This lets you keep an eye out for the delivery person, in case they drive to the wrong entrance or stop at the wrong dorm. Trackers are typically only provided by larger chains, and might not be completely accurate. Provide your phone number so the delivery person can contact you. A restaurant employee will likely ask for your phone number, or, if you're ordering online, there will be a section to enter it. If not, make sure you give them the number or put it in your order notes. If the delivery person gets lost or needs to reach you once they've arrived, calling you will be the easiest way to do it. Keep your phone nearby and make sure you can hear when you're getting a call. Easy communication with the delivery person will let you get your pizza as fast as possible! Have an ID on hand if you ordered with your credit card. Delivery people sometimes ask for a form of identification so they can make sure they're delivering to the right person, and particularly if you purchased with a credit card. Bring down your driver's license or school ID just in case they ask for it. If you don't have an ID on you, you will likely still be able to get the pizza, but showing one when asked will make your transaction go more smoothly. Give the delivery person a 15% tip in cash. Typical delivery fees, which are factored into the price of your pizza, usually don't go to the delivery person. It's polite and appropriate to tip them about 15% of your pizza price, and no less than $3. Calculate the tip and count out your money while you wait for your pizza to arrive, and don't forget to bring it down when you get your pizza! Consider tipping a few dollars more if the pizza place is more than 5 miles (8.0 km) away, or if the delivery person had to drive in bad weather, like snow or heavy rain. Meet the delivery person at the pickup location to get the pizza. Once the delivery person calls you or you see that they're getting close, head down to the pickup location you specified with phone, ID, and cash in hand. Watch the street in case your driver goes to the wrong building or entrance. Give them a tip, say thanks, and enjoy your pizza! If you've been waiting for 5-10 minutes at the pickup location and they haven't shown up, call the restaurant and ask them to have the delivery person call you. | Choose a pizza place that’s within a few miles of your school. Order on the phone to explain the directions more easily. Order online for easier special requests and orders. Use a food delivery app if the pizza place uses one. Specify the name and address of your dorm and how to get there. Arrange a pickup location that’s convenient for the delivery person. Ask for a time estimate or track the pizza online. Provide your phone number so the delivery person can contact you. Have an ID on hand if you ordered with your credit card. Give the delivery person a 15% tip in cash. Meet the delivery person at the pickup location to get the pizza. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Stop-a-Verbally-Abusive-Husband | How to Stop a Verbally Abusive Husband | Verbal abuse from your husband is never acceptable, so it's important that you confront it head on. Talk to him about how his words are affecting you, and set some clear boundaries so he knows that you'll leave him if he continues treating you that way. When you talk to your husband, make it clear to him that what he says hurts you. Remember that verbal abuse can lead to physical abuse. You may want to have a bag of your essentials and a place to stay ready in case you need to leave quickly. | Make different choices about how to respond. You can't change his behavior, but you can prevent your own feelings from plunging you into depression. If this happens often, you probably go right from hearing the abuse to feeling bad. Think about the step in between — your belief about what happened and why. Chances are, the reasons for what happened are not specifically about you, but about the frustration and rage of your husband. Make it about him rather than about your perceived failings. Try thinking to yourself: He was mean to me about how long I took in the bathroom — I shouldn't feel bad about taking the time to shower and put on makeup. He can easily use the other bathroom. He refused to eat the food I had cooked again. He said it looked gross. But this isn't about my cooking — it's about him wanting to make me feel bad about myself. I'm not going to do that. He told me I looked fat in my new outfit. I know that I don't. He just wants me to feel insecure. Examine your emotions. To get yourself ready to engage with your husband, figure out how you are feeling and how you can explain those emotions to your husband. Are they healthy — sadness, disappointment? Or are they unhealthy — beating yourself up for not being good enough, anxiety, self-hatred? Work on moving your reactions toward the healthy category and decide how you want to express those feelings to your husband. Think about the following kinds of questions: How do I feel about him making fun of me and my friends and how we like dumb movies? I shouldn't care. It's sad he can't be happy for me that I have good friends. I am disappointed he won't come with me on a hike even though he made me feel bad about going without him. I don't want to spend another Sunday cooking and cleaning for him — he would just be mean to me about it anyway. I need to get some time away from his negativity. I am good enough for my husband. He says that I'm not, but it's really about his own insecurity and problems at work. Draw your husband’s attention to his words. Because he is the one creating the problem, he is the one who needs to change. It's probably going to take a lot more than making him think about his words, but you can put the idea in his head. Sometimes just by making it a big deal rather than being silent or moving past verbal abuse, you can start to make your husband realize what he's doing. Keep calling attention to his words. Sometimes they might just be belittling, rather than screaming and name-calling — it's all meant to put you down, and you shouldn't have to deal with it. Some ideas for doing this are: “When you make fun of the way I look, it makes me feel bad. Could you try to not do it anymore?” “When you get mad at me about the laundry not getting done on time, it makes me feel upset and anxious. Maybe you could help me instead of getting angry about it?” “Telling me that I am stupid all the time makes me feel like I am. I know that I'm not stupid, so please don't call me that.” Engage your husband when he is verbally abusive. Sometimes just by responding rather than ignoring him you can help change the interaction. Keep in mind, however, that this often does not solve the problem. Verbal abuse often follows a script, and you can disrupt it by engaging: ”Stop talking to me that way.” ”I want you to write down what you said to me so that I can keep it and read it back to you later.” ”I'm walking away from this conversation. When you are less angry we can talk.” (Don't do this if it will escalate the situation.) Don’t try to reason with him. Verbal abuse isn't rational. You are not going to be able to get to the root of it on your own, and he will probably not want to discuss the reasons for it anyway. Realize that it is irrational and don't even try to reason out why it is occurring. Don't attempt couples counseling — it's not a good idea for an abusive relationship. Set boundaries. When your husband becomes verbally abusive, tell him that you will not deal with it anymore. Explain that you have chosen to set limits on what you will hear from him, and choose not to hear abusive words. If he continues, you might want to leave the room, unless you believe that will lead to escalation. Turning your back and doing something else would be another choice to show you are setting limits. You also need to let him know that you are considering leaving for good if he doesn't decide to change. Have an exit plan. Let your husband know that you don't have to stay in a relationship that is damaging. Also keep in mind that verbal abuse can lead to physical abuse, and you shouldn't put up with abuse of any kind. Be ready to leave if you think this is a possibility. Formulate a plan for yourself if it becomes necessary to leave at a moment's notice. You might want to include: Money you have set aside, separate from your husband's. A bag with identification (like passports), Social Security card, clothing, medications, banking information, legal documents (car title, marriage license, birth certificates) that you can leave with a coworker or person that your husband will not know. If you're taking children, have their birth certificates, Social Security cards, immunization records, clothing, medications, and identification cards (if they have them). Make a support network for yourself. It might include family, friends, or coworkers. You need people to talk to about your situation. Even though it can feel like you bring the verbal abuse on yourself, you need other people to help you check those reactions and understand that it's not your fault and that the abuse is irrational. Reach out to a therapist. Verbal abuse is not something anyone should go through alone. Finding a good therapist to hear your story and formulate other ways to deal with your situation can be extremely helpful. Have a place to go if you need to leave home. Verbally abusive relationships can be codependent, with both partners having little outside contact. It's difficult to leave a relationship if you have no friends or family close. Make a plan for yourself if you don't have a strong support network. Maybe staying in a hotel for a while would be an appropriate response — whatever it is, you need to feel like you don't have to physically stay with your husband if the verbal abuse becomes too much. Don’t use the same tactics back. As satisfying as you think it might be to call your husband the names he might call you, don't do it. It won't help your relationship to descend to his level. Realize that you aren’t going to be able to change him. If he is willing to seek help and therapy, then there's hope. If he is unwilling to work on changing his abusive attitude, it's best to work on leaving the relationship, if only for a brief time until you can agree on some kind of therapy program. Know when to leave. As satisfying as it might be to make a hard and fast deadline — if you call me names again, I'm leaving forever — think about what's realistic. Will you stay when he is working on changing his behavior? At what point will you give up and leave? Share your plan with your support network so they can help you if it becomes necessary to follow through with your exit plan. Leave when planned. It's usually impossible to fix an abusive relationship. Don't keep threatening to leave then stay — go when he steps out of bounds you have discussed. Reach out to family and friends with information about how to contact you and that you are leaving. Change your cell phone number and give it out only to trusted friends and family, asking them not to give it out. Delete any search history with research about your leaving on shared computers. If you are worried about retaliation and anger, leave a fake trail. Do internet searches for towns hours from where you plan to be. Write down phone numbers of motels in that town (where you won't be). Go to a safe place that you have set up beforehand — shelter, the house of someone your husband doesn't know, a hotel. Communicate with your husband through a note you leave at home and let him know you have left and the steps you will be taking (restraining order, divorce, etc.) Let him know a family member or friend he can contact to reach you, but warn him that he will not be able to talk to you directly. | Make different choices about how to respond. Examine your emotions. Draw your husband’s attention to his words. Engage your husband when he is verbally abusive. Don’t try to reason with him. Set boundaries. Have an exit plan. Make a support network for yourself. Reach out to a therapist. Have a place to go if you need to leave home. Don’t use the same tactics back. Realize that you aren’t going to be able to change him. Know when to leave. Leave when planned. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Smell-Nice | How to Smell Nice | The best way to smell nice is to practice good hygiene. Take regular showers so your hair and body are clean. Wear deodorant every day so your armpits don't smell bad. If you'd prefer not to wear deodorant, try a cologne or perfume; just be careful not to overdo it! | Bathe/shower regularly. This will get rid of hormonal odor on your entire body and is essential that you do it daily. If you find this hard to fit into your schedule, try asking a doctor about other procedures. Make sure to wash the problem parts of your body carefully. These parts include the armpits and genitals. Wear deodorant. Get one with an appealing fragrance. If you sweat a lot get an antiperspirant. Groom your lower abdomen regularly. This routine may include trimming excess hair buildup and using a body wash. Be sure to reach areas that are prone to soiling or that contact/fold over other skin. Wear cologne or perfume but don't cover yourself with it. Spray your neck, wrists and back of knees. If you are male spray it on your face but not right after shaving or it will sting. Be confident. Don't smell your armpits or feel self conscious, be free and open to the world. Brush your teeth and your tongue. Most bad-breath causing bacteria lives on your tongue. Take your toothbrush and gently brush from the back (as far as you can go without hurting yourself) to the front. You can also buy a tongue scraper designed to scrape off the bacteria like a squeegee. Bad breath can be offensive to others, so brush your teeth twice a day- once in the morning after breakfast and once before you go to bed and take some mint gum to chew after snacks and meals. Don't wear clothing that will make you sweat, wear layers so you can take one off when you need. Just remember to bathe or shower daily, use deodorant daily and you'll smell lovely. | Bathe/shower regularly. Wear deodorant. Groom your lower abdomen regularly. Wear cologne or perfume but don't cover yourself with it. Be confident. Brush your teeth and your tongue. Don't wear clothing that will make you sweat, wear layers so you can take one off when you need. Just remember to bathe or shower daily, use deodorant daily and you'll smell lovely. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Tank-Top | How to Make a Tank Top | If you have sewing experience and some fabric, you can make your own tank top right at home. You'll need a couple of yards of fabric, large sheets of paper for your template, and a sewing machine. You can draw around a tank top you already own or measure your body to get the right shape for your top. Once you've drawn your templates for the front and back of your tank top, you'll need to copy it onto your fabric. Then, cut them out, pin the 2 pieces together, and stitch the edges together. | Find an existing tank top. Check your closet for an existing tank top that fits well. You can draft your pattern using this tank top as a guide. Keep it simple. Since you're making a basic tank top, you'll need to draft the pattern from another basic tank. Avoid using tank tops that have darts, pleats, draping folds, or other accents. Drafting this pattern will be easier if you work from a woven tank top, but you can use a stretchy knit if necessary. Fold the tank in half. Fold the tank top in half along its vertical center. Place it on top of brown drafting paper, blank newsprint, or another large sheet of paper. Fold the tank top in half along its back so that the front neckline remains visible. It won't matter much while you're making the back pattern piece, but it matters when you draft the front pattern piece. Add a seam allowance to the outline. Trace around the entire outline of the tank top. Then, draw a second outline around the first, positioning it 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) to the outside. This extra 1/2 inch will become your seam allowance. If you're drafting the pattern from a knit tank but wish to make a woven version, add another 1 inch (2.5 cm) around the perimeter and to the inside of the 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) seam allowance. This is not necessary if you are drafting the pattern to make another knit tank or if you choose to draft from a woven tank. Tuck in the upper back and repeat. Move the folded tank to another section of paper. Carefully fold the back neckline between the straps, then trace around the outline again, adding another 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) seam allowance. In most cases, the back neckline is higher than the front neckline, which is why you'll need two separate pieces. Folding the back neckline into the shirt should make the front neckline visible, thereby allowing you to trace around it. Make sure that the rest of the perimeter remains even after you fold in the neckline. If folding the neckline distorts the rest of the tank outline, unfold it again while tracing around the remainder of the outline. Cut out the pattern pieces. Use scissors to carefully cut out both pattern pieces (including the seam allowances). Label the pieces "Back" and "Front" respectively. It may also be a good idea to mark where the fold sits on each pattern piece. Take your measurements. To draft a pattern from scratch, you'll need to know the size of your bust/chest measurement, armhole depth, neck depth, and neck width. You'll also need to know your desired length. To measure your bust/chest , wrap the measuring tape around the widest part of your bust (women) or chest (men). Keep the tape taut and parallel to the ground. If you'd prefer a slightly loose tank top, add 1 inch (2.5 cm) to this measurement; otherwise, use the measurement exactly as it is. To measure your armhole depth, draw the measuring tape from the top outside edge of the shoulder down to the center of the armpit. To measure your neck depth, place the measuring tape at the collarbone, directly where the shoulder and neck seams meet on your shirt. Measure down at an angle to the middle of your bust line or chest line. To measure your neck width, wrap the measuring tape around your entire neck, keeping it parallel to the ground without making it too tight. Divide this measurement in half. To measure your desired length, measure from the top of your shoulder down to the waistband of your pants or whichever spot you'd like the tank to reach. Keep your back as straight as possible while taking this measurement. Sketch the front outline. Draw a rectangle with a height matching your desired length and a width matching half your bust/chest size. You'll draft the front pattern piece within this rectangle. To create the neck opening: Start at the top left corner and measure down to the length of your neck depth. Mark this point. Start at the top left corner and measure across to a point equal to half of your neck width, plus 1 inch (2.5 cm). Mark this point. Draw a curved line along between these two points. This line will be your neckline; erase or disregard the portion of rectangle lying to the upper left of this new line. To create the armhole: Start at the upper end of the neckline and measure 2 to 3 inches (5 to 8 cm) along the top, depending on how wide you want the straps to be. Mark this point. Start in the upper right corner of the rectangle and measure down to a point matching your armhole depth. Mark this point. Draw a curved line between these two points. This will be your armhole; erase or disregard the portion of rectangle lying to the upper right of this new line. After completing the outline of the tank, draw a second outline around the first, placing it 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) to the outside. This will be your seam allowance. Sketch the back outline. On a clean piece of drafting paper, draw another rectangle with a height matching your desired length and a width matching half your bust/chest size. You'll draft the back pattern piece within this rectangle. To create the neck opening: Start at the top left corner and measure down 2 to 3 inches (5 to 8 cm) depending on how high you want the back neckline to be. (Note that the back neckline is usually higher than the front neckline.) Mark this point. Start at the top left corner and measure across to a point equal to half your neck width, plus 1 inch (2.5 cm). Mark this point. Draw a curved line between both of these points. This line will be the neckline for your back pattern piece; erase or disregard the remaining portion of rectangle lying to the upper left of the new line. Create the armhole measurement by following the same procedure used for the front pattern piece. Sketch a seam allowance of 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) around the finished outline. Cut out both pattern pieces. Use scissors to cut out both pattern pieces along the outside perimeter of your seam allowances. Label the pieces "Front" and "Back" accordingly. You should also mark the fold line of both pieces. This line lies to the left side of the pattern, beneath the neckline and on the side opposite the armhole. Trace the pattern onto the fabric. Fold your fabric in half. Place both pattern pieces onto the same side of the fabric and pin them in place. When placing your pattern pieces, line up the sides marked "fold" with the actual fold of your fabric. Try to keep the pattern pieces and fabric as flat as possible when pinning them in place. Use a fabric pencil or piece of chalk to trace the outline of both pattern pieces onto the fabric. Do not unpin the fabric yet, however. Cut out both pieces. Use pinking shears to cut along the traced pattern lines. After cutting out both pieces, unpin and unfold them. Set aside the pattern pieces. If they're still in good shape, you can reuse them later. If you don't have pinking shears, use a rotary cutter or standard scissors to cut out the material. Pinking shears will minimize potential fraying, but they aren't strictly necessary. Fold and press the raw edges. Fold the bottom hem up 1/4 inch (0.6 cm), then fold over it again by another 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) so that the raw edge gets trapped inside the second fold. Pin and iron press the fold in place. Repeat this procedure for the armhole openings and neckline, as well. For the sides and shoulder edges, fold the edge in by 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) but do not perform the double fold. Pin and press these folds into place. Repeat this procedure for both halves of the tank top. Pin the front and back together. Lay the front piece face-up, then place the back piece face-down on top of it. Evenly align both perimeters and pin the two pieces together. Note that the "right" sides must face each other and the "wrong" sides should face outward. Make sure that both pieces are flat and that the edges match all the way around, excluding the necklines. Pin the shoulders and sides in place. The remaining edges do not need to be pinned. Sew together at the sides and shoulders. Machine stitch along the upper part of the shoulder straps and along both side edges, using a seam allowance no greater than 1/4 inch (0.6 cm). This step creates seams at the shoulders and sides. You do not need seams anywhere else on the garment. Use a zigzag stitch instead of a straight stitch. The zigzag stitch gives the material more stretch while also helping to minimize potential fraying. Hem the remaining raw edges. Machine stitch along the open bottom, neckline, and armholes. Use a seam allowance no greater than 1/4 inch (0.6 cm). Sew around the entire opening; do not stitch the front and back pieces together during this step. Sew the hems using a standard straight stitch instead of the zigzag stitch. Try it on. Your tank top should be complete. Try it on, wear it out, and show it off. | Find an existing tank top. Fold the tank in half. Add a seam allowance to the outline. Tuck in the upper back and repeat. Cut out the pattern pieces. Take your measurements. Sketch the front outline. Sketch the back outline. Cut out both pattern pieces. Trace the pattern onto the fabric. Cut out both pieces. Fold and press the raw edges. Pin the front and back together. Sew together at the sides and shoulders. Hem the remaining raw edges. Try it on. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-a-Tile-Roof | How to Clean a Tile Roof | To clean a tile roof, use a pressure washer to spray the roof with plain water to dislodge any loose dirt or debris. When spraying, start at the top of your roof and work down toward the gutters so the debris is headed in the right direction. Once your roof dries, fill the pressure washer with an anti-moss or fungicide solution and spray the tiles with the treatment. After the solution seeps into the pores of the tile, rinse the entire roof with clean water. | Wear non-slip shoes with good traction. Tiles get slippery, especially once they are wet and covered in a cleaning treatment. Wear shoes with good grip on the soles, such as athletic shoes, to help you maintain your balance as you work. Avoid wearing flip-flops or other slip-on shoes without good traction. Additionally, it's a good idea to wear old clothes, rubber gloves and eye protection. Walk where the tiles overlap. The strongest and sturdiest areas on your tile roof are located where the tiles overlap. If for some reason you are forced to step directly on the tiles, always place your feet on the lower portion. The lower part of the tile has the most support beneath it. Keep to the flattest and driest areas of your roof. These are the least slippery areas. Plan out your work so that you are always able to work from a dry location on the roof. Try to stay on the flattest areas, as well. Flat areas make it possible to distribute your weight evenly, allowing for better balance and foot traction. Work with another person. If possible, have a partner help you from the ground. Your partner can pass things up to you, which prevents you from having to go up and down the ladder frequently. A partner will also have a different viewpoint from which to observe the roof, and can help to direct you as needed. Consider hiring a professional to clean your roof. Even if you take all of the necessary safety precautions, this can still be a dangerous job. This is especially true if you've never cleaned your own roof before. For these reasons, most people prefer to hire a professional for this task. The extra expense will be worth it if it means ensuring your own safety. A professional will also have all of the necessary tools and supplies on hand for this job, which means you won't have to buy them yourself. Use a sturdy ladder to get up to the roof. Carefully place your ladder against the building, near the area where you want to start cleaning. If there are areas that allow you to work from the ladder without having to get on the roof itself, take advantage of those. If you have to get immediately on the roof, remember to step where the tiles overlap. Start on one side and work your way to the other side. Starting on one side of the roof and working your way backwards to the other end will make it easy for you to remain in a dry location. The need to walk on wet tiles will virtually be eliminated, or at the very least, dramatically minimized. Spray the roof with plain water to dislodge loose dirt and debris. Using a pressure washer set to a low psi, rinse loose debris off your roof with clean water. Start at the ridge of your roof (the top) and spray down toward the gutters. Doing this ensures that debris is always heading in the right direction – off your roof. Once you finish one small section, move over and work on the next one, always starting at the ridge and working down to the gutters. Allow the roof to dry completely before applying the chemical solution. If you don't own one, a pressure washer can be rented for the day from most hardware stores. Apply a chemical treatment formulated to kill plant life. Moss, lichen, algae and other organic growths are the major issues when it comes to cleaning tile roofs, especially moss. Fill your pressure washer with an anti-moss/fungicide cleaning solution, mixing it as the product instructs. Use a low psi to spray the tiles with the treatment, starting on one side and slowly working your way to the opposite side of your roof. There are many products available at hardware stores to treat your tile roof. Make sure it includes a fungicide and advertises that it kills organic growth. Look for words like “anti-moss” “fungicide” “moss killer” and so on. Allow the treatment to soak according to the instructions. Most products will direct you to let the treatment sit on the tiles for several minutes (or longer) so that the tile soaks it up. Allowing the chemical treatment to seep into the pores of the tile ensures that moss and other organic growths are fully eliminated. Follow the product instructions for specific time frames. Rinse the chemical treatment off. Using a slightly higher psi, start rinsing the treatment off your roof with clean water. As before, start at one end and work your way to the other. Direct the spray at the top of the ridge and spray downward so that the treatment runs off the roof, taking moss, lichen and dirt along with it. Spend a little extra time on the areas with the most moss and staining; the pressure of the water will loosen any stubborn remains. Perform regular cleanings. Development of moss and other organic growths will vary, depending on the climate where you live. Once you see these growths start to appear on your roof, go through the cleaning process to remove them as soon as possible. Organic growths multiply quickly, so the faster you nip them in the bud, the better. Repair minor damage as needed. Damaged tiles invite mold spores and mildew to grow on your roof more quickly than they would otherwise. Minor damage can become major and costly unless dealt with in a timely manner. Routinely inspect your roof for damage, especially after inclement weather. Replace and repair the tiles as needed. Consider resealing, repriming and repainting the tiles. Immediately after you clean your tile roof is the perfect opportunity to strengthen it with a fresh coat of sealer, primer and paint. You don't need to do this each time you clean your roof, but keep this in mind and take the opportunity to do it every few years, immediately after a treatment. | Wear non-slip shoes with good traction. Walk where the tiles overlap. Keep to the flattest and driest areas of your roof. Work with another person. Consider hiring a professional to clean your roof. Use a sturdy ladder to get up to the roof. Start on one side and work your way to the other side. Spray the roof with plain water to dislodge loose dirt and debris. Apply a chemical treatment formulated to kill plant life. Allow the treatment to soak according to the instructions. Rinse the chemical treatment off. Perform regular cleanings. Repair minor damage as needed. Consider resealing, repriming and repainting the tiles. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Treat-Paronychia | How to Treat Paronychia | Acute paronychia is the infection of your skin around a fingernail or toenail. Symptoms include redness, swelling, and pain around the nail. You can treat it by adding 1 tablespoon of epsom salt to some water and soaking the affected area in it 2 to 3 times a day. However, you'll need to see your doctor if it doesn't clear up after a week. Chronic paronychia is caused by a fungal infection and often affects several fingers and toes. You'll likely see swelling, moist skin, and redness if you've got chronic paronychia. You'll need to see your doctor to get an anti-fungal medication to treat it. You should also wash your hands regularly and keep them as dry as possible to combat the fungal infection. | Fill a bowl or basin with warm tap water. Most cases of acute paronychia can be treated by soaking the area in warm water a few times a day. Use a bowl if you need to soak a finger or a basin to soak your feet. The water should be very warm, but not so hot that it causes pain or discomfort. Acute paronychia is short-term and develops suddenly. It usually affects a single finger or toe, and is often due to a bacterial infection. Symptoms include redness, swelling, pus, and throbbing pain around your nail. Add salt or saline solution if your skin is broken. Warm water alone will do the trick if you just have a patch of red, swollen skin. If you have a cut, you can add a few tablespoons of table salt, Epsom salt, or saline solution to your warm water. You can still add salt if your skin isn't broken. Some people enjoy soaking their feet in warm water and Epsom salts. Avoid using alcohol or hydrogen peroxide to clean the area, as these can slow healing. Soak your finger or toe for 20 minutes 3 to 4 times a day. If the water cools down before 20 minutes, add hot water to warm it up or replace it with a fresh bowl. Usually, acute paronychia goes away after a few days of regular warm water soaks. Warm water increases blood flow to the affected area, which helps your body fight the infection. Dry the area and, if desired, apply petroleum jelly and a bandage. Dry off with a clean towel after soaking. For mild cases with unbroken skin, you don't have to apply a bandage. If your skin is broken, you can apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly or antibacterial ointment, then cover it with a bandage. Dressing the area is optional, but it's wise to protect broken skin if you'll be working with your hands or exposing them to germy environments. Take off the bandage before warm water soaks, and change it when it gets wet, such as when you wash your hands or take a shower. Use a cotton swab to apply ointment or petroleum jelly. Throw the swab away after using it, and don't dip it back into the container after touching your skin with it. Keep your hands clean and avoid biting or sucking your fingers. Wash up regularly with soap and hot water (not so hot that it burns). While you should keep your hands away from your face in general, it's especially important not to bite or suck your fingers while you're treating paronychia. If you're treating your child's infection and they can follow instructions, let them know that they need to keep their hands out of their mouth or their boo-boo won't get better. If they don't understand language yet, do your best to keep them from biting or sucking their fingers. Their pediatrician might recommend antibiotics to prevent complications due to bacteria in their mouth. Consult your doctor if you have diabetes. If you're diabetic, you should have your doctor look at a nail infection before attempting to treat it on your own. Diabetes can interfere with your body's ability to fight infections, so your doctor might recommend an antibiotic or antifungal medication. Call your doctor if your symptoms don’t improve after a week. If you've soaked the affected area for a week and symptoms persist or worsen, your doctor might recommend antibiotics or an antifungal medication. Schedule an appointment and have them examine the infection. They might order a culture to determine the best treatment method. Schedule an appointment if you develop an abscess. Call your doctor promptly if you notice an abscess, or a painful, pus-filled lesion. They'll numb the area, make a small incision to drain the abscess, then dress the wound with gauze and a bandage. Change the dressing 2 to 3 times a day, and keep the area bandaged for 2 days. An abscess looks like a swollen mass and is tender or painful to touch. Without an abscess, your finger might only feel swollen and throb. If you have an abscess, the swelling will be worse and more painful, and it'll feel like it's filled with something. As an abscess develops, it might start to come to a head like a pimple and seep pus. Never try to drain an abscess on your own. You could expose the area to more germs or cause the infection to spread. Start warm water soaks 2 days after having an abscess drained. If you've had an abscess drained, keep it dressed and change the bandages regularly for 2 days. After 2 days, remove the bandage, and soak the area in warm water for 15 to 20 minutes 3 to 4 times a day until your symptoms improve. You should notice healing after 2 days and might not need a bandage. If your skin is still broken and you want to protect it, bandage it after soaking. If you desire, keep bandaging it until the wound has closed. Ask your doctor if they recommend antibiotics. Depending on your symptoms' severity and culture results, your doctor might prescribe antibiotics after draining an abscess or to treat persistent symptoms. Take any prescriptions according to their instructions. Keep taking your medicine for as long as they prescribe, even if you feel better. Stopping antibiotics early could cause an infection to return. Ask your doctor to recommend an antifungal medication. Chronic paronychia is usually caused by a fungal infection, and often affects multiple fingers or toes. Symptoms include redness, swelling, pain, and boggy or moist skin. Your doctor will likely order a culture and other tests to accurately diagnose chronic paronychia. They'll then prescribe a medication to fight the infection based on their findings. Typically, doctors prescribe a topical antifungal ointment, which you'll apply to the affected areas 2 to 3 times per day. Always take any prescriptions according to your doctor's instructions. It could several weeks before a fungal infection clears. Fungal and bacterial infections can occur at the same time, so your doctor might prescribe multiple medications. Keep your hands clean and dry. Wash your hands regularly, including before you apply an antifungal ointment. Dry your hands thoroughly after washing or whenever they're exposed to water. Try to keep them away from moisture during your daily activities. Be sure to keep your hands away from your face and mouth. Wear gloves if you have to work with irritating substances. It's hard to avoid exposure to water and irritating cleaning agents in occupations such as bartending, dishwashing, and house cleaning. You'll need to protect your hands if they're constantly wet or exposed to chemicals. If possible, wear 2 layers of gloves: cotton gloves to absorb moisture and vinyl or rubber gloves over them to repel water and chemicals. You'll need to wear gloves while you experience symptoms. It's also best to continue wearing them whenever your hands are exposed to prolonged moisture or irritating chemicals. This will help prevent future occurrences of chronic paronychia. Discuss surgical options if necessary. Minor surgery might be necessary if the infection has spread beneath your nail beds or hasn't responded to nonsurgical treatments. Your doctor might have to remove part or all of the nail and apply antifungal ointment to the exposed nail bed. You'll need to rest and avoid using the affected finger or toe for 2 days after nail removal. Try to keep it raised above your heart level to prevent bleeding and throbbing. Take prescription or over the counter pain relievers according to your doctor's instructions. Keep the dressing dry, and change it after 1 to 7 days. Your doctor will tell you how long to leave the bandage in place and instruct you how to change it. | Fill a bowl or basin with warm tap water. Add salt or saline solution if your skin is broken. Soak your finger or toe for 20 minutes 3 to 4 times a day. Dry the area and, if desired, apply petroleum jelly and a bandage. Keep your hands clean and avoid biting or sucking your fingers. Consult your doctor if you have diabetes. Call your doctor if your symptoms don’t improve after a week. Schedule an appointment if you develop an abscess. Start warm water soaks 2 days after having an abscess drained. Ask your doctor if they recommend antibiotics. Ask your doctor to recommend an antifungal medication. Keep your hands clean and dry. Wear gloves if you have to work with irritating substances. Discuss surgical options if necessary. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-Self-Educated | How to Become Self Educated | Becoming self-educated can be challenging, but with a little curiosity and self-discipline, you can do it! One way to expand your knowledge is to seek out books and films that you know nothing about. For instance, if you only watch rom-coms, go see a documentary for once. You should also try to read as much as you can, which will allow you to learn about world history and different cultures. Be self-disciplined and keep learning, even if it gets boring or difficult. If you don't work well on your own, try joining a group discussion, or attending a conference to motivate you. There are also many learning resources available online. Simply search “Multi-online open course” to find an online class that's interesting to you. | Be curious. A curious mind seeks to be educated. By asking questions, you can find out a lot of things that many people don't know and won't ever know. There is no limit to how many questions you can ask, or should ask. Be aware that some people are annoyed by questions. In fact, the less a person knows, and the less patient a person, the more a question will bug that person. That in itself tells you a great deal. Read, watch and see things that you don't know anything about. Try to expand your mind by learning beyond your comfort zone and seeing how other people think, perceive and understand things. If you only ever see rom-coms, go and see a documentary or an action film instead. If you only ever read comics, try a novel instead. If you only ever see car rallies, go and see a museum exhibition instead. Challenge yourself. Curiosity is about pushing yourself beyond what you're used to. There will be times when you feel really uncomfortable, out of your depth and perhaps even upset when trying to learn new things. This can happen especially where you feel dumb, unlearned or when your beliefs and values are challenged. These are the very times when you should keep pushing yourself to learn and to become wiser about whatever it is you've been avoiding. Read English literature and improve your grammar as much as possible. Read English from different parts of the world, don't assume that authors from your own country are the only ones worth reading. By extending your reading to elsewhere in the world, you'll discover that even with one language, the thinking is diverse and the ways of seeing the world are wonderfully varied. When you feel more competent in this area, push into other languages. Realize that learning a language is about immersing yourself in another culture too. Extend your learning beyond what school or college teaches you. If you're learning or have learned the basics in math, science and other subjects, find out what you've yet to learn and set about teaching yourself. There is much more beyond the basics and most of it will challenge you in much more interesting ways than your initial learning did. If you did badly at a subject, do not let this hold you back. Every brain is plastic and capable of being rewired to relearn things and to learn new things. Tell yourself that not being able to do math, chemical equations or spell are just things from the past that you can remedy in the present. Then set about doing so. Many textbooks for college and high school are useful starting points when teaching yourself or refreshing on the basics. Use these to get you on the right track, then extend your learning beyond them. Read daily. Without fail, always read something, and make it substantial. Read world history and learn about different cultures. Understanding history is a key to understanding the present. It is one of the finest ways of self-educating. Read about others who self-educate. You will get a lot of tips and ideas for how to continue your own journey of self-improvement. Be self-disciplined. Self-education requires very good self-discipline. You won't have people chasing you to meet deadlines, to get the answers right or to do your studying. It's all down to you and you'll need to keep yourself motivated. In itself, developing self-discipline is a very crucial part of self-education. Learn in concert with other people. There are many ways to do this, all while continuing to self educate: Associate yourself with educated people, groups, discussions. Join a course or college to get a degree or few certificates at least. Audit college level subjects. That means, no exams, just all pure learning. Soak it up. Attend conferences, seminars, talks, etc. Just being among other people can give you a buzz, all while learning. Listen to the senior citizens. They have lived through it all and have amazing memories of the things that were. You can, and will, learn a lot from them if you just take the time to sit with and listen to them. Should you feel that what they tell you is old hat and odd, put aside your biases and really listen. There are authentic human things to learn from older people, regardless of where modern technology sits at any one time. Go online. Join a MOOC (multi-online open course) or similar online learning courses. Many of these are free and will really push your learning beyond the simple. You can even interact with other peers learning and get and give feedback. Observe the habits and behavior of educated people. Borrow from these people what you consider works well to improve the mind and understanding. Observe, learn, and apply what you see good from them. Choose a leader to follow or to role model for your life. Who inspires you? Who has said and/or done things that really made you sit up and listen and want to do too? These are the people who make a difference in life and you can make use of their inspiration to further your own learning and relevance. Become more worldly about spiritual beliefs. Self educating yourself in religion is an important way to understanding the deepest beliefs and feelings of humanity. Aim to learn all that you can about every religion and show all faiths respect. Learn to be a good and thorough researcher. Research unearths many answers but many people do not have the patience or tenacity to be good researchers. This skill is a great one to develop, as it will empower you to find out many things, from the simplest (such as what time the library stays open until on the weekends) to the most complex (why do stars die?). But all the in between stuff matters too, the things that make the wheels of everyday life turn, such as resolving neighbor disputes over property lines, knowing how to get the local government to fix broken playground equipment and learning how to get an audience with your government representative. Knowing how to research the answers will give you a lot of handy answers to those questions that the curiosity you've been asked to cultivate with bring forth. When researching or finding out something new, if you ever have the question 'why' or something related to that to a particular subject, then search up on it. Try to behave like an educated person, no matter how you feel. Try to act, then learn from your failures. Share your knowledge. Make people aware that you know things through the way in which you converse and the way in which you interact with your fellow citizens. By being an informed and active citizen, you can make a positive difference to everyday lives and may even get engaged enough to help push through changes within your own community. | Be curious. Read, watch and see things that you don't know anything about. Challenge yourself. Read English literature and improve your grammar as much as possible. Extend your learning beyond what school or college teaches you. Read daily. Be self-disciplined. Learn in concert with other people. Listen to the senior citizens. Go online. Observe the habits and behavior of educated people. Choose a leader to follow or to role model for your life. Become more worldly about spiritual beliefs. Learn to be a good and thorough researcher. Try to behave like an educated person, no matter how you feel. Share your knowledge. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Choose-a-Credit-Card | How to Choose a Credit Card | Before you choose a credit card, decide how high you want your credit limit to be, as you don't want a credit card that will allow you to spend beyond your means. Once you have some options, compare interest rates, yearly fees, and additional charges to decide which card will be best for you. For example, look for the lowest interest rate possible to save yourself money in the long run. Additionally, make sure to look at what each card charges for things like making a late payment or going over your credit limit, as these fees can add up quickly. | Decide what credit limit you need. It's important to have a credit limit that will suit your needs but that does not allow you to build up so much debt that you would have a hard time paying it off. Are you applying for a credit card because you need to make a specific purchase? Are you just trying to build up your credit history? These two situations probably require different credit limits. In some cases you will have little control over the credit limit you receive. Banks and credit card companies usually determine this by analyzing your credit history and financial situation. That said, if you want a higher credit limit than what is offered to you it doesn't hurt to ask for an increase. Think about what type of credit card customer you are. You should be honest with yourself about your strengths and weaknesses when it comes to your personal finances. Once you realize what kind of customer you are, you will be able to prioritize credit card features that will benefit you. Do you often carry a credit card balance? If so, you'll want to focus on cards with low interest rates. Do you always pay your card balance off each month? Then choose credit cards with free rewards and no yearly fees. Consider what kind of company you would like to be in business with. While it may not always feel like this, getting a credit card means that you are in business with the company issuing it. Remember that you are going to have to deal with them to pay your bills and if there are any problems, so choose a company that you consider reliable and trustworthy at the least. Research credit cards that you are being offered in the mail. Keep in mind which features are most important for your needs, e.g., interest rate, rewards formula, etc, and be sure to read the fine print. There are web pages and magazines that rate the best credit cards or otherwise compare their features. These may help you to know where to look for the best deal. Go to your bank and inquire about the credit cards they offer. It may be convenient and it may simplify your monthly bills to have your bank accounts and your credit card accounts at the same institution. Look for specialty offers. There are many credit cards that specialize in a certain kind of customer and sometimes give that demographic a really good deal. For instance many unions, fraternal organizations, and employers have these kind of deals. Are you a student? There are cards designed and targeted just for you. Do you run a small business? You may want a card that makes it easy to separate business expenses from personal expenses. There are cards for this very situation. Figure out if businesses you shop at frequently offer a credit card. It may benefit you to get a department store credit card if the rewards are great enough and you spend money there regularly anyway. Compare the interest rate of the different cards you are interested in. Credit card companies make most of their money through charging interest on the balances you don't pay off. These interest rates can be huge and in turn can cost you a huge amount of money in the long run if you don't pay your balance every month. It is really important to try to get the lowest interest rate you possibly can if you know you will usually have a balance on your card. Interest is usually calculated based on the average daily balance on your card. However, most cards have a grace period that allows you to avoid paying interest if you pay the balance in full within a certain period of time. Be sure to check that the cards you are interested in applying for have these grace periods. Many cards offer a special introductory interest rate. Be sure to find out how long that will last and what the interest rate will be once the special ends. Unfortunately, if you have a history of handling credit poorly, you may be forced to seek out higher interest rate cards that accept those with bad credit. Compare the annual fees of the different cards you are interested in. Many cards, especially those that give you rewards, like miles towards free flights, will charge you a yearly fee to have the card. Decide if the cost is worth the benefit to you in the long run. Compare the charges that the different cards might charge you. What does the company charge for a late payment or if you go over your credit limit? While you hopefully will never have to pay these fines, it's important to know what you are getting yourself into, especially if you are prone to forgetting to pay your bills or miscalculating how much credit you have left. Choose a card and apply for it. You can apply online, send in a "pre-approved" application you received in the mail, or you can visit your local bank or credit union to apply in person. Review the fine print one more time before you apply for a credit card. Make sure that you know all of the stipulations that you are agreeing to. Only apply for one credit card at a time. It can hurt your credit to apply for (and to have) too many credit cards. You will usually receive your card in one to two weeks if you have been accepted. In most cases, you will also receive notice if you have been rejected for the card. In that case, you will need to begin your search for a credit card again. | Decide what credit limit you need. Think about what type of credit card customer you are. Consider what kind of company you would like to be in business with. Research credit cards that you are being offered in the mail. Go to your bank and inquire about the credit cards they offer. Look for specialty offers. Compare the interest rate of the different cards you are interested in. Compare the annual fees of the different cards you are interested in. Compare the charges that the different cards might charge you. Choose a card and apply for it. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Replace-a-Toilet | How to Replace a Toilet | If you've already removed your old toilet and are ready to replace it, start by putting new bolts into the flange. Then, place the new wax seal over the hole with the plastic facing outward. Next, lift the toilet base into place so that the bolts go through the holes in the toilet. Once you've got the base in position, rock the bowl back and forth, and push downwards to seal the wax ring. Then, insert the bolts into the tank from the inside and fit the tank-to-bowl gasket in the hole at the base. Finally, lift the tank into position, and secure it with nuts and bolts. | Get rid of all the water. Turn off the water at the supply valve. Flush the toilet to remove most of the water (holding down the flusher for as long as possible). Remove the remaining water from the bowl by forcing it down with a plunger and mopping up the remaining water with a sponge. Then, remove the remaining water in the tank with the sponge as well. Disconnect the line. Disconnect the supply line using a wrench. You may want to take the opportunity to replace the line. If keeping the line, only disconnect it where it attaches to the toilet. Remove the bolts. Take the caps (they look a little like domes) off of the bolts at the base of the toilet, then remove those bolts. After that, remove the bolts connecting the tank to the seat. Remove the tank. Straddling the bowl, place a hand on either side of the base of the tank and lift it off, rocking it side-to-side a little to ease it off and making sure to bend with your knees. Put it somewhere out of the way but be sure to put it somewhere water resistant, as there may be residual water. Remove the seat. Now you can remove the rest of the toilet. Grab the toilet and rock it side-to-side to break the wax seal underneath and lift it off the bolts. If the bolts are badly rusted and the toilet is getting caught, you may need to cut off as much of the bolts as you can see using a hacksaw. Remove the toilet and put it somewhere out of the way. Plug the hole. Using an old rag balled up, plug the hole, as you will want to prevent gases from rising into your home and keep tools from disappearing into the floor! Just remember to remove this rag when you put the new toilet in place. Remove the old bolts. Pull the old bolts out of the flange (you will probably need to pull them to the side a little, as are placed like a nail hanging a picture frame). Dispose of the old bolts in an appropriate manner. Remove the wax seal. Remove everything that remains of the old wax seal. You can use a putty knife, a rag, and any other tools you need. Wipe it clean when you are done. Inspect the flange. This is the round plastic or metal circle which was under the wax. Inspect the flange: if it looks damaged it may need to be replaced. You can also buy an adaptor (or super flange) if the original is a bit cracked or damaged. Replace the bolts. With the flange in good shape, you can now place new bolts into the flange. They should go in the long channels, in much the same way you hang a picture frame. Place the new wax seal. Place the new toilet on its side on top of a towel or other padded surface. Then place the new wax seal over the hole, with the plastic or rubber facing out. Push it hard into place and turn it slightly like a doorknob to get it to stick in place. Remove the rag. This is very important! Don't forget to remove the rag! Place the toilet. Lift the new toilet and place it so that the anchor bolts go through the holes in the base of the toilet. It will be easier if you remove the new tank first and only put in the base, if the toilet came pre-assembled. Seal the wax ring. Rock the bowl back and forth a little and press it firmly downwards, either by pressing with your arms and hands or by sitting on the toilet. This will help seal the new wax ring. Replace the nuts and washers. At the base of the toilet, put in the new washers and nuts. Do not immediately put them on tight though! Place a level across the seat of the toilet and use wood shims underneath the base to make sure the toilet is level. Then, tighten the nuts on each side, alternating between the two sides, tightening just a little at a time to make sure the toilet is kept level. Do not tighten the nuts too much: you don't want to crack your new toilet! Make sure you're being careful at this point not to move the toilet too much, as this will cause the seal on the toilet to break. Place the bolt caps. Place the new caps on the anchor bolts. If they are too high, you can trim them down with a hacksaw. Insert tank bolts and gasket. Next, take the new tank and place it on its side. Insert the tank bolts and washers from the inside of the tank and then put the tank-to-bowl gasket around the hole at the base. Place and secure the tank. Take the tank and place it on the main part of the toilet, so that the bolts fit through the appropriate holes. Then add washers and nuts and tighten them, alternating sides as you did with the toilet base. Make sure not to make it too tight. Install the toilet valve assembly. You may need to install the valve assembly (all the parts inside the tank) if it is not pre-installed. There should be appropriate instructions on the packaging when you purchase the assembly, but you can also ask your local hardware store employee for advice. Install the toilet seat lid and ring. If they were not already installed, you will need to secure these to the toilet with the appropriate bolts. Reconnect the supply line. Reconnect the water supply line, using either the new line or the old one if it was in good shape. Turn the water back on. Try flushing a few times once the water is on to make sure there are no leaks. Caulk the base of the toilet. Choose an appropriate caulk and thoroughly caulk around the base of the toilet. Once this is dry then you're done. You may prefer to omit this last step. If you have a leaking wax seal on your toilet, or if a wax ring seal leak develops later, you will trap water under the base of the toilet. If the sub-floor is wood it will eventually rot it out leading to all sorts of problems when repairs are necessary. | Get rid of all the water. Disconnect the line. Remove the bolts. Remove the tank. Remove the seat. Plug the hole. Remove the old bolts. Remove the wax seal. Inspect the flange. Replace the bolts. Place the new wax seal. Remove the rag. Place the toilet. Seal the wax ring. Replace the nuts and washers. Place the bolt caps. Insert tank bolts and gasket. Place and secure the tank. Install the toilet valve assembly. Install the toilet seat lid and ring. Reconnect the supply line. Turn the water back on. Caulk the base of the toilet. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Hair-Protectant-Spray | How to Make a Hair Protectant Spray | Using curling irons, hot rollers, flat irons, or blow dryers on your hair can damage it, but you can make a hair protectant spray to keep your hair moist and healthy. Fill a spray bottle with 6 ounces of water and about 30 drops of avocado oil. Shake the bottle vigorously and lightly mist it over your hair before heat styling. For a conditioner-based hair protectant spray, pour 1 cup of water into a spray bottle and add 1 tablespoon of melted coconut oil and 4 drops of almond oil. When the water and oils are mixed, squeeze a quarter-sized amount of your favorite conditioner into your hand and add it to the bottle. Shake the mixture well before misting it over your hair evenly. | Pour the water into a spray bottle. You can mix your hair protectant spray in the bottle that you plan to keep it in. Start by filling the bottle with 6 ounces (177 ml) of distilled or filtered water. Because the water is denser than the oil, it's important to add it first so they mix properly. You can use a plastic or glass spray bottle, but make sure that it holds 7 ounces (207 ml) or more. Add the avocado oil. Once you've added the water to the bottle, mix in 24 to 36 drops of avocado oil. Add more oil if you have thick, coarse hair and less oil if you have fine or thin hair. The ratio of oil to water for the spray is 4 to 6 drops for every ounce (30 ml) of water. You can adjust the recipe to make as much or as little of the protectant spray as you need. You can substitute other oils for the avocado. Sunflower, argan, and macadamia nut oil are other options to consider. Shake the bottle to combine the ingredients. After you've added the oil, shake the bottle vigorously to combine the water and oil. The spray may separate while you're storing it, so be sure to shake it well before each use. Spray the mixture over your hair before heat styling. When you want to use the hair protectant spray, lightly mist it over your hair. Use your fingers or a comb to work the spray through your hair so you know all of the strands are coated. Next, style your hair with your favorite heated tool, such as a curling iron, flat iron, or blow dryer, as usual. You can use the spray on wet or dry hair. Fill a spray bottle with water. Pour 1 cup (237 ml) of distilled water into a spray bottle. Make sure the bottle is large enough that there is approximately 2-inches (5-cm) of space at the top of the bottle. You can use a plastic or glass spray bottle for the hair protectant spray. Add the coconut oil and almond oil. With the water in the bottle, mix in 1 tablespoon (13 g) of melted coconut oil and 4 drops of almond oil. It usually helps to use a medicine dropper to add the oils to the bottle. You can substitute argan or grapeseed oil for the almond oil if you prefer. Mix in some hair conditioner. When the water and oils are mixed in the bottle, squeeze a quarter-sized amount of your favorite conditioner into the palm of your hand. Carefully transfer it into the bottle with the other ingredients. You can use whatever conditioner that you like, but be sure that it contains silicones. They are the ingredients that help coat your hair to protect it. Shake the bottle to blend all of the ingredients. Once all of the ingredients are in the spray bottle, mix them together by shaking the bottle well. The spray may separate when you're storing it, so remember to shake it before each use. Don't be concerned if the mixture has some lather or suds after you shake it together. That's entirely normal. The spray will settle into a milky liquid once it has time to sit. Apply the spray to your hair before using heat. When you're ready to use the spray, hold the bottle approximately 6-inches (15-cm) from your head and mist it over your hair evenly. Work the spray through your hair with your fingers, and heat style as usual. Pour half of the water into a spray bottle. To mix the hair protectant spray, add ½ cup (118.5 ml) of distilled water to a spray bottle. Make sure that the bottle can hold at least 10-ounces (296 ml) so there's room to add the rest of the ingredients. Because the hair protectant spray contains essential oils, use a glass spray bottle to hold it. Essential oils can break down more quickly in a plastic container. Add all of the remaining ingredients. With half of the water in the spray bottle, mix in 1 teaspoon (4.5 g) of fractionated coconut oil, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of sweet almond oil, and 2 teaspoons (10 g) of hair conditioner. Next, add 5 drops of clary sage essential oil and 5 drops of geranium essential oil. You can use whatever conditioner you usually use on your hair. Top the mixture off with remaining water and shake well. With all of the other ingredients in the spray bottle, add the remaining ½ cup (118.5 ml) of distilled water. Shake the bottle well to blend all of the ingredients. Shake the hair protectant spray before each use in case the oils have separated from the water. Spritz your hair with the spray and work it through. To use the spray, apply one spray to your hair. Use your fingers or a comb to work it through your tresses until all of your hair is coated. Style your hair with your curling iron, flat iron, or blow dryer as usual. | Pour the water into a spray bottle. Add the avocado oil. Shake the bottle to combine the ingredients. Spray the mixture over your hair before heat styling. Fill a spray bottle with water. Add the coconut oil and almond oil. Mix in some hair conditioner. Shake the bottle to blend all of the ingredients. Apply the spray to your hair before using heat. Pour half of the water into a spray bottle. Add all of the remaining ingredients. Top the mixture off with remaining water and shake well. Spritz your hair with the spray and work it through. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Celebrate-Pi-Day | How to Celebrate Pi Day | There are lots of fun ways to celebrate pi day, like having a pie-eating contest or wearing a shirt that has the pi symbol on it! You can also eat pi-themed foods, like pie, pizza, pancakes, or any other circular food. If you're feeling active, go for a 3.14-mile run or do some jumping jacks for 3 minutes and 14 seconds. Or, if you're feeling artistic, you can paint the pi symbol or write a song about pi. Just don't forget to celebrate at 3:14 PM. | Have a pi feast. No pi day activities are complete without pi foods! Eating these may be the easiest and the most fun way to celebrate pi. If you're in school, everyone can bring in a pi-themed food for a pi pot luck, and if you're just celebrating with friends, you can all enjoy a pi-themed meal together. Eat pie. While "pie" and "pi" are spelled differently, they sound the same so eating pie on Pi Day is a popular option. Furthermore, since traditional pies are round, their circular shape acknowledges the mathematical importance of pi. Eat any type of pie. Try key lime pie, pumpkin pie, pecan pie, or apple pie. You can even make a special Pi Day pie in honor of the day. For something a little different, consider purchasing and using a pie pan shaped in the mathematical symbol for pi. Such pans can be purchased online. Pi foods don't have to be limited to desserts. Eat shepherd's pie or chicken pot pie. Choose circular foods. Any food that has a circular shape can be fit for your feast due to the mathematical significance of pi. You might try making cookies, cakes, cupcakes, or pancakes. Consider using icing to put the pi symbol on a variety of cookies, pies, and cupcakes. You can even make the foods in advance and write pi on them in icing in a big group. Similarly, you can use pi-shaped cookie cutters, pans, and free-form techniques to shape these foods in the symbol for pi. Make a pun. Serve foods that start with the letters "pi." For instance, you could eat pi neapple, pi zza, or pi ne nuts, or drink pi ña coladas and pi neapple juice. You might even consider combining this idea with some of the others. Write the symbol for pi using pepperoni on your pizza or make a pineapple pie. Wear pi-themed clothing. Math geeks and clothing manufacturers have a better relationship than you might expect. Consider purchasing a t-shirt with the mathematical symbol for pi on the front and wearing it on the special day. You can easily find these shirts online. If you don't want to buy a shirt, consider creating your own pi shirt using fabric paint and a pi-shaped stencil instead. You can also wear pi accessories. This idea can be taken further to include pi symbol pendants and other jewelry, or you can take a representative approach by wearing something like a necklace with beads representing the numbers in pi, You could even consider wearing a pi symbol temporary tattoo. Carry pi with you where you go. Shop around online for some fun pi paraphernalia, like pi mugs and pi watches. Another option would be to put pi symbol stickers on your belongings. If you want to spread the celebration, try giving away pencils with pi symbols on them. Make your computer or phone background into something related to pi. The symbol might work, or you can have a background filled with bubbles or other circular shapes. Play pi games. Pi games will not only be fun, but they will improve your understanding of pi and will make everyone around you have a deeper appreciation of pi. There are plenty of traditional games that are appropriate on Pi Day, like a pi ñata, a pie-eating contest, or a pie-in-the-face fundraiser. Answer math questions. Come to Pi Day with at least ten math questions you can spring on people. They should be related to geometry, trigonometry, or other fields where pi is particularly useful. Conduct a Pi Day Scavenger Hunt. Hide pi-themed objects around your classroom, home, or other celebration venue. You can also hide objects representing the digits of pi: three baseballs, one frisbee, four basketballs, etc. Pi Day also happens to be the birthday of Albert Einstein. Play an Einstein-themed trivia game, or have an Einstein impersonator contest. Have a pi memorization or recitation contest. As soon as someone loses, you can hit him in the face with a pie. If you want to really show your dedication on Pi Day, learn to memorize pi in advance by studying as many of the digits of pi as you can. Use your artistic side to celebrate pi. You don't have to be a left-brained thinker to fully celebrate pi. You can use your creative side to show how much you love and appreciate pi. And even if you're not the world's most talented poet or writer, you can still have fun while being silly. You don't have to create art to celebrate pi; you can also just appreciate art that already celebrates it. Here are a few ways to celebrate pi artistically: Write poetry. Write either a pi-ku (haiku) or a regular pi-em (poem) to show how much you love pi. Write a pi-themed song and sing it, or write a short pi-themed skit and act it out. Paint a picture of pi. Watch movies related to pi. Try the film π --it's an interesting and dark movie about a mathematician who goes crazy, but intended for an adult audience only. You could also watch the film Life of Pi. Technically "Pi" is only the protagonist's name, but it has gotten people thinking about pi. Listen to Kate Bush. Progressive rock musician Kate Bush performed a song titled π on her 2005 album Aerial. Bush sings pi to its 137th decimal place, but omits the 79th through 100th decimal places of pi for unknown reasons. Get physical with pi. You can also use your physical prowess, or even your car, to show your love for pi. Here are a few things you can do to celebrate pi: Do a pi mile run. Run 3.14 miles (5.05 km), which is just a tiny bit longer than a 5K. You can take this a step further by organizing a pi mile run with friends or colleagues. Lay down in pi formation and take a picture. If you're bold, have two people standing up while holding up a third person who is lying sideways in between them. Make sure the lightest person is on top. Drive exactly 3.14 miles (5.05 km). March in a circle to show your love for pi. Celebrate at 1:59 PM on Pi Day. This time represents the next three digits of pi: 3.14 159. Take a minute to acknowledge pi in whatever way you see fit at that moment During this minute, you can cheer wildly, or even have a countdown leading up to "pi minute" the minute before. For added effect for a countdown, have a "pi drop" where you drop a big pie off a balcony or another elevated structure. You can even add a lot of sprinkles to the pie to make it look like a disco ball. If you've written a pi song or made a pi dance, this would be the perfect minute to share your art. Note that there is some debate regarding the exact time that Pi Day should be celebrated. Though 1:59PM is probably the most common, some believe that the 24-hour clock should be used instead, which would mean that Pi Day should be celebrated at 1:59AM or 15:09PM. Convert things into pi. This step is absolutely necessary for two reasons: first, to utterly confuse people who have no idea what you're talking about, and secondly, to have fun seeing how many things can be referenced with pi. This will help you reach an even higher appreciation for the amazing number that is pi. Consider two approaches: Use pi to tell the time. Convert naturally circular things into radians, like the hours on the clock. Instead of it being 3 o'clock, now it's 1/2 pi o'clock. Or, instead of it being 3 o'clock, convert the inclination of the sun into radians and describe that as the time. Simply use 3.14 as a unit of measure. Instead of being 31 years old, you are 9pi years old. With this same approach, you can find out your next pi birthday -- just don't forget to celebrate it when it comes! Help the tradition continue. Don't let this be a one-time thing — you owe it to pi to celebrate again and again. Set the date for next year and consider creating a pi club or website in the process. Talk about your plans for Pi Day the following year. This will help generate enthusiasm. Take notes after your Pi Day celebration. What can you do next year to make your celebration even more incredible? Next year, talk about the day months in advance so your skeptical friends can be convinced to join in. You can even advertise for the event by emailing your closest friends or even setting up a Pi Day Facebook page. | Have a pi feast. Eat pie. Choose circular foods. Make a pun. Wear pi-themed clothing. Carry pi with you where you go. Play pi games. Use your artistic side to celebrate pi. Get physical with pi. Celebrate at 1:59 PM on Pi Day. Convert things into pi. Help the tradition continue. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Stretch-for-Achilles-Tendonitis | How to Stretch for Achilles Tendonitis | Achilles Tendonitis can be painful, but stretching your tendons and calf muscles daily can help to reduce your pain and make you more comfortable. Heel drops are one great stretch. Start by standing on the edge of a step so the balls of your feet hang off the back. While keeping your legs slightly bent, slowly push up onto your toes as high as you can go, then lower yourself back down. Do 15 repetitions 3 times a day. Another great stretch is the standing calf stretch. Just place your hands against a wall and stand with one foot near the wall and the other a couple of feet behind it. Bend your front knee slightly while keeping your back leg straight and hold the position for a few seconds. Then, repeat with your other leg. Do this stretch every morning, just after you get up. | Do heel drops with straight legs. Stand on the edge of a step. Position yourself so that the balls of your feet are on the edge of the step and your heels are floating in air but parallel to your toes. Keeping your legs straight, but without your knees being locked, flex your ankle and feet slowly so your whole body lifts up. Once you get as high as you can, bring your body back down, so that your feet return to their horizontal starting position. Do this stretch for 3 sets of 15 repetitions daily. This movement should be slow and controlled. You get a much better stretch that way and you minimize the risk of increasing the injury to your Achilles tendon. You can use a short step, like those used for step aerobics class, or a normal step in your home. Drop your heels with bent knees. In order to stretch your Achilles and calves in a slightly different way, repeat the heel drop but bend your knees slightly while you do it. Bend your knees before you start raising your body up. Doing these stretches daily will strengthen the tendon, making it able to better withstand the stresses that are put on it when you do daily or athletic activities. Try single leg heel drops. Once you have done the double leg heel drops and you feel that your Achilles tendon is getting stronger, you can begin to do heel drops that put your whole body weight on just one leg. Do the straight leg and bent knee leg drops as you did before, just balance on one leg as you lower your body back down, with the other one slightly lifted off the step. It is a good idea to have a wall or railing to balance on when doing these drops. It takes more effort to balance on only one foot as you move your body down for this stretch. Do this stretch daily to increase the strength of your Achilles tendon/ Stretch your calves first thing every morning. When doing stretches to help your Achilles tendonitis, it's a good idea to do them every morning. Stretching the calves then will help prepare your Achilles tendon for weight bearing throughout the day. Try doing the stretches right when you get up out of bed, as the achilles tendon has likely been contracted all night and will need some care when being extended once again. Only do gentle stretches so you don't overexert yourself or cause more damage. Do a standing calf stretch. Stand up and put your hands against a wall. Move one foot in front of the other so that they are about hip distance apart. Place your front foot close to, but not touching, the wall. Bend your front knee slightly while keeping your back leg straight. This should stretch the calf of the straight leg effectively. Be sure to repeat this stretch with your legs in the opposite position so both calves get stretched. Stretch your soleus. Stand up and put your hands against a wall. Put one foot in front of the other, about hip distance apart. The toes of your front foot should be close to the wall but not touching it. Then bend both knees, moving your whole body into a slight crouching position. Your back should be close to straight while you do this stretch. Hold this stretch for a few seconds and then release it. Repeat the stretch with the other foot forward. Do a foot flex stretch. Stand up and put one of your feet on a step that is a few inches tall. Position the ball of your foot on the edge of the stair so that your heel is hanging off the step. Bend your foot at the ankle so that the Achilles is stretched out and the heel is lowered slightly. If you don't have a step you can use, you can put your toes up on a wall and lean towards is slightly, stretching out the calf and the Achilles. Don't lock your knee while doing this stretch. Keep it just slightly flexed, so that you don't overextend your knee. Minimize the use of your Achilles tendon. If you are actively in pain from Achilles tendonitis, then you should allow the area to rest. Don't do energetic activities that put pressure on the area and keep pressure off the tendon altogether whenever possible. If you do need to put pressure on your Achilles tendon, be sure to do gentle stretches first. Wear shoes with cushioning and arch support. When treating Achilles tendonitis, you need to reduce the impact on the connection between the Achilles and the heel. Having supportive cushioning will go a long way toward reducing this pressure. If you are not sure what shoes to wear, consult with a podiatrist or foot specialist in order to get recommendations. In most cases, it's good to avoid high heeled shoes because they do not give enough support and cushioning. They also allow the Achilles tendon to remain unstretched when you wear them. Strengthen your calf muscles. In addition stretching the calves, making them stronger can help your Achilles deal with pressure that you put on it every day. While these should be done cautiously and slowly if you have an Achilles injury, some exercises that can help strengthen your calves include: Calf raises. Jumping rope. Running. Walking. Swimming. | Do heel drops with straight legs. Drop your heels with bent knees. Try single leg heel drops. Stretch your calves first thing every morning. Do a standing calf stretch. Stretch your soleus. Do a foot flex stretch. Minimize the use of your Achilles tendon. Wear shoes with cushioning and arch support. Strengthen your calf muscles. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Not-Be-Tired | How to Not Be Tired | To not be tired, listen to some music, suck on a mint, or sniff peppermint essential oil to stimulate your senses, which helps to keep your mind active. If you need more physical stimulation to keep yourself awake, you can lightly pull down on your earlobes, roll your shoulders, or crack your knuckles. Be sure to eat healthy food during the day so that you're fueled up and try to keep your mind busy with different tasks. It can also help to do some light exercises in the early afternoon, like a brisk walk or yoga stretches, to keep you alert for the rest of the day. | Give yourself plenty of time to get ready each morning. Though you may think you'll feel more well-rested if you set your alarm for 15 minutes later in the morning, this may actually have a negative effect if it forces you get ready in a rush. If you don't want to feel tired all day, it helps to walk out of the house feeling relaxed and refreshed instead of in a frenzy. Instead of setting your alarm later to catch a bit more sleep, try going to bed a little earlier at night. If you're going to bed at the right time and allowing yourself an adequate amount of sleep , you may not even need to use an alarm clock anymore! Wake up promptly and positively, and take some deep breaths. Waking up with a positive attitude (that is, “on the right side of the bed”) is critical to feeling alert and refreshed. Treat waking up like a new opportunity to do great things, not as a chore! Try the following: Don't hit the snooze bar. This will just waste your time and will plunge you into a drowsy half-sleep for a few extra minutes. Take a few deep breaths and fill your lungs with air. Get up and smile! Don't waste time playing around with your phone or yawning and tossing and turning. The sooner you get started, the better you'll feel. If you're still feeling sleepy, take a step outside or on your balcony to breathe in some crisp morning air. Begin your morning routine the same way each day. Some people like to start with a shower, others like to exercise, and still others prefer to begin with breakfast. Do whatever makes your body and mind feel like you're getting ready for your day, and stick to the same routine each morning. Consistency is key. Find what works, and do it every morning—even on vacation! You might think that you need to take a cold shower to wake yourself up, since a warm one will presumably make you sleepy. In reality, though, if a warm shower is part of your morning routine, it will signal your body and mind that it's time to get up and get moving. Consider having a radio in the bathroom to play your favorite pump-up music, or just sing to yourself. Start your day off with a healthy breakfast. While breakfast isn't actually any more important than other meals during the day, it is a great way to get your body and mind off to a strong start. Fatty, carb-laden, and sugary foods—like pancakes and sausage—will leave you feeling bloated and lethargic, so try healthy options like the following: Fruit, yogurt, and porridge. Greens like spinach, kale, or celery. Try mixing them up into a smoothie. Eggs and lean ham or turkey. Oatmeal, whole grain bread, or healthy cereals without tons of added sugar. Enjoy a cup of coffee later in the morning. So long as you don't load it up with lots of sugar, a cup of coffee may provide quite a few health benefits. The caffeine it provides can also help you feel more alert. However, you'll likely get more of a boost from that caffeine if you wait at least 1-2 hours after waking up before drinking your coffee, for the following reasons: Cortisol is, among other things, your “alertness hormone.” Its levels in your body spike 3 times per day, usually within 2 hours after waking up, then at midday, and finally in early evening. Consuming caffeine while your cortisone level is up can signal your body to decrease the natural cortisone spike, which will end up making you feel more lethargic and tired. By drinking your coffee a bit later in the morning, you'll add a caffeine kicker to your natural cortisol high. Stimulate your senses to keep your mind active. If your senses aren't stimulated, then your mind won't be stimulated, and you'll be headed toward nap mode. To help yourself stay alert, look for ways to stimulate your eyes, ears, and even your nose throughout the day. Try some of the following: Keep your mouth engaged by sucking on a mint or chewing gum. Position yourself near a window that provides indirect sunlight. Sitting directly in the sun can make you tired, but being near sunlight can wake up your senses. Wake up your sense of smell by sniffing peppermint oil. You can carry a tiny bottle of it with you. Keep your eyes active by taking breaks to shift your gaze when they get tired from looking at the same thing. Listen to music. Jazz, hip-hop, or light rock can wake you up. Give your body mild stimulations to stay alert. Keeping your body stimulated is just as important as stimulating your senses. If your body is more alert, your mind will be too, so you should try to keep your body engaged no matter where you are. Try a few of these tricks: Gently pull down on your earlobes. Pinch yourself in parts of your body that don't have much fat, such as your forearms or the space under your knees. Stretch your wrists by pulling your fingers back away from you. Roll your shoulders and your neck. If you really feel like you're in danger of falling asleep, lightly bite down on your tongue. Exercise in late morning or early afternoon for an alertness boost. While intense exercise might wear you out, light to moderate exercise will improve your overall energy level and make you feel invigorated. Take 15-30 minutes to exercise in the late morning or early afternoon, when you need an extra boost of energy. Go for a brisk walk around the neighborhood. Nothing will wake you up like filling your lungs with fresh air. Take a midday yoga class. This is another great way to clear your mind, improve your breathing, and to get ready for the rest of the day. You're engaging in moderate exercise if your heart rate is somewhat elevated and you're breathing heavily enough that it's tough to carry on a full conversation. Don't do more than light exercise after mid-afternoon—if you work out late in the evening, your adrenaline will spike and it may be harder for you to fall asleep. Find ways to keep your body moving if you can’t exercise. Even if you don't have time for a full workout, you can make your body more alert by engaging in some basic physical activity throughout your day. Just a few minutes of physical activity from time to time is a great way to tell your body, "Hey, it's not time for sleep!" During the workday, take short walks in the halls or go across the street to get coffee. Avoid elevators whenever you can. Take the stairs instead. If you're sitting at a desk all day, stand to do some basic stretches at least once per hour. Maintain a healthy diet throughout the day. A healthy breakfast is a great way to kick off your day, but you need to follow it up with a nutritious lunch and dinner as well. Eating healthy foods will give you more sustenance and energy, while unhealthy foods can drag you down and make you feel ready for bed. Carry around an array of healthy snacks so you don't give in to the vending machine. Some great snack foods are almonds and cashews, celery sticks and peanut butter, and fresh or dried fruits. Eat three healthy and balanced meals throughout the day. Make room for some light snacking so you don't overindulge during mealtime. Avoid heavy meals, starchy foods, or foods that are high in fat or sugar. All of these foods will make you more tired and will tax your digestive system. Have some caffeine in the early afternoon, between your natural cortisol spikes at around midday and early evening. Stay hydrated throughout the day. Focus your mind on different tasks all day. If your mind is engaged, excited, or being creative, it's guaranteed that you'll be less tired. To keep your mind alert, make sure you're always focusing on something interesting instead of zoning out or drifting off. Switch tasks from time to time. You may get bored if you're doing the same thing for hour after hour, so try to tackle different projects at different times throughout the day. If you're zoning out at work, strike up a conversation with a colleague in the break room. This can give you a little boost of mental energy, and you may have a nice laugh together! If you're in school, stay engaged in class by asking and answering questions. If necessary, take notes with pens in multiple colors so your note-taking feels less monotonous. Don’t rely on energy drinks to keep you going. Energy drinks often have at least double the amount of caffeine of a cup of coffee, and they frequently have excess sugar and various unregulated ingredients that may have unintended health consequences. It's much safer to rely on getting enough sleep at night, eating healthy, and staying active during the day to avoid being tired. Energy drinks will give you a temporary boost of alertness, so consider using them sparingly and only when necessary. Energy drinks can cause heart and blood vessel problems in some people, so talk to your doctor before using them, especially if you have any cardiovascular issues. Never mix energy drinks with alcohol, as it can make you more likely to drink too much without immediately recognizing the effects. Set a regular nighttime routine. Going to bed the right way is the key to not feeling tired the next morning. Once you find what works for you, follow the same process every evening so your body gets used to your bedtime routine. Emphasize calming, soothing activities, like taking a warm bath, listening to classical music, reading a relaxing book, or meditating. Avoid vigorous exercise in the evening, and turn off or put away any screen-based electronics at least 1 hour before bedtime. Avoid spicy foods, alcohol, chocolate, and caffeine for at least 2-3 hours before you go to bed, if not longer. Take some small steps that will make it easier for you to get up. Set up your coffee maker or put out your clothes for the next day. Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. Stick to this schedule every evening and morning, even on weekends and holidays. Your body will get used to the consistent rhythm of your sleep schedule, helping you to fall asleep faster and wake up more refreshed. The average adult should aim for 7-9 hours of sleep per night, and teens should aim for 8-10 hours. Resolve any anger or negativity before going to bed. To make sure that you won't be tired the next day, it's important for you to go to bed feeling positive and excited about starting the next day. If you're feeling grumpy or even angry, it will be much harder for you to go to sleep. If you're angry because you had a fight with someone you love, try to resolve it to the extent that you can before falling asleep. If you can't resolve the issue before bedtime, use stress-reduction activities like meditation or deep breathing to help you calm down. Visualize your wake-up success. It may sound silly, but you should imagine yourself hitting your alarm as soon as it goes off, stretching, and jumping right out of bed. If you visualize it enough times, it will become second nature to you in the morning. Additionally, think of at least two things you're looking forward to the next day. If you go to bed feeling positive, you will be more excited about getting up. Positive visualization helps to calm your mind and body, making it easier for you to fall asleep more quickly and deeply. | Give yourself plenty of time to get ready each morning. Wake up promptly and positively, and take some deep breaths. Begin your morning routine the same way each day. Start your day off with a healthy breakfast. Enjoy a cup of coffee later in the morning. Stimulate your senses to keep your mind active. Give your body mild stimulations to stay alert. Exercise in late morning or early afternoon for an alertness boost. Find ways to keep your body moving if you can’t exercise. Maintain a healthy diet throughout the day. Focus your mind on different tasks all day. Don’t rely on energy drinks to keep you going. Set a regular nighttime routine. Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. Resolve any anger or negativity before going to bed. Visualize your wake-up success. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Repair-Heat-Damaged-Hair | How to Repair Heat Damaged Hair | While heat damaged hair can't be fully repaired, you can smooth and strengthen it with proper treatment. If your hair is dry or staticky, use a clarifying shampoo to help smooth it. Then, rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar to make sure it's free of all products and grime. Only wash your hair twice a week in cool water to prevent further damage. Another way to strengthen your hair is to use a protein-based conditioner, which will fill the tiny rips in your locks until the next time you wash it. You can also dampen your hair and apply a deep conditioner to it to create a hydrating mask. Then, pull your hair into a loose bun and cover it with a shower cap. Wrap a hot towel around your head, wait 10 to 20 minutes, then rinse the conditioner out. Try this method twice a week for sleeker, better-moisturized hair. | Start your new hair care regime immediately. The sooner you catch and treat the damage, the better. The longer you wait before treating the damage, the more difficult it will be to repair. In some cases, you may have to resort to more extreme treatments, such as cutting your hair. Your hair care regime includes not only treatments, but also good habits, such as avoiding heat styling. Use a clarifying shampoo if your hair is dry or staticky. Clarifying shampoo can help smooth and calm your hair when it's dry or crispy. If you can't find a clarifying shampoo, use a gentle shampoo instead, then rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar. Avoid washing your hair every day. Washing your hair too much can dry it out and cause damage. Skip the hot water and use cool or lukewarm water instead. Don't use a clarifying shampoo if your hair is severely damaged, as this could make the damage even worse. If you're unsure whether to use it or not, ask a stylist. Strengthen your hair with a protein-based conditioner. Protein-based conditioners fill the tiny rips and tears in your hair, making it stronger. The repair is not permanent, and only lasts until the next time you wash your hair. The benefit is that your hair is stronger and more resistant to damage. Consider using a leave-in conditioner after you step out of the shower. This will help lock the moisture in and keep your hair hydrated throughout the day. Follow the directions carefully. Don't leave the conditioner in for longer than the recommended time, as this can make your hair brittle. Turn a deep conditioner into a hydrating mask. Get your hair damp first, then apply a deep conditioner to it. Pull your hair up into a loose bun, and cover it with a shower cap. Wrap a hot towel around your head, wait 10 to 20 minutes, then rinse the deep conditioner out. Look for ingredients such as keratin, olive oil, protein, or shea butter. If you are in a hurry, apply a deep conditioner to your hair after you rinse the shampoo out. Leave it in for 3 to 5 minutes, then rinse it out. You can use hair masks once or twice each week. Replenish your hair with a hot oil treatment. Heat some olive oil over the stove, then allow it to cool down to room temperature. Apply it to clean, towel-dried hair. Tuck your hair under a shower cap, then wrap a hot towel around your hair. Wait 1 hour, then rinse the oil out with cold water. Use shampoo to remove any residue, if desired. You can do this treatment 1 to 3 times a month. How much olive oil you use depends on how long and thick your hair is. You need enough to completely saturate your hair. For a deep conditioning treatment, leave the oil on overnight. Give treatments 3 months before reassessing your hair. How often you use a treatment depends on the product itself, so read the label carefully. In most cases, you can use them once or twice a week. If you don't see any progress after 3 months, your hair is likely damaged beyond repair. Visit a salon to have the damage cut out. Keep in mind that not all treatments work for everyone. What works for your best friend may not work for you. Cut the damage off as a last resort. How short you cut your hair depends on how far up the damage extends. Ideally, you should cut all of the damage off. If your hair is damaged all the way to the roots and you don't want to cut all of your hair off, cut layers into it instead. This will prevent the damage from creeping further up the hair shaft. Make the most of your cut. Go for a chic bob or a cute pixie. If you want something more edgy, try an undercut instead. If you don't want to go too short, you can trim your hair every 4-6 weeks until the damage is gone. This will take longer, but will prevent the ends from fraying, which can increase the damage. Brush your hair starting from the ends. Never drag a brush straight down from the roots if your hair is all knotted and tangled. Work in small sections instead, starting from the ends. Brush out the ends of your hair first. Once you can run your brush smoothly through them, brush from the mid-lengths down, then finally from the roots-down. Don't brush or comb your hair when it is wet. Detangle your hair before you wash it, then wait until after it dries before brushing it again. Wear your hair in loose, pulled-back styles while it recovers. Wearing your hair up can protect it from getting damaged by the environment. Opt for loose braids, ponytails, and buns and use cloth-covered elastics or bobby pins to secure the styles. Avoid tight braids and sleek ponytails. If you feel tension on your roots, your style is too tight. Wearing your hair in tight styles will damage the hair shaft further. Your goal is to minimize damage while your hair repairs itself. Dry your hair using a T-shirt. An old, but clean T-shirt will work great. You can also use a microfiber towel, but take a pass on regular towels. Regular towels are too harsh on your hair, and they will only make it more coarse than it already is. If you must use a regular towel, lightly pat your hair with it to soak up the excess moisture, then let your hair air dry. If you have curly hair, consider using the scrunching method. This is where you wrap a long-sleeved T-shirt around your hair, and take it off once your hair dries. Skip or limit the heat styling. This includes curling irons, straighteners, hair dryers, and hot hair rollers. Let your hair air dry instead. If you want to add curls into your hair, try a no-heat method, such as foam rollers or braids. Some people are able to straighten their hair using large hair rollers. Using heat styling tools regularly can really damage your hair. Use heat protectants and low temperatures when you do heat style. Apply a water-soluble heat protectant to your hair while it is still wet. Allow your hair to completely dry before styling it with a curling iron or hair straightener. Avoid using temperatures higher than 320 °F (160 °C). Wait until your hair is damp (not wet) before you start to blow dry it. This will limit its exposure to heat. Limit your heat styling to once per month. Hold off on the relaxers, bleach, and hair dye. All of these will damage your hair further. If you try to relax, bleach, or color your hair, you will have to treat it for chemical damage in addition to heat damage. Give your hair a break and leave it natural for a few months. If you need to color your hair, go for gentle semi- or demi-permanent hair dyes, which won't damage the hair as much as fully permanent ones. Avoid products containing ingredients that contribute to dryness. This includes parabens, silicones, and sulfates. Silicones are difficult to remove, and contribute to build-up. Parabens and sulfates cause your hair to become more brittle and dry. This will only slow down the repair progress. Other things to look out for include sodium laurel, laureth sulfate, alcohol, or peroxide. If you cannot avoid these ingredients, make sure that they are towards the bottom of the ingredient list. This means that their content is very low. Protect your hair against the sun's rays. Heat damage doesn't only occur when you use curling irons or straighteners. It can also occur from spending too much time in the sun. If you will be spending lots of time working, hiking, or sunbathing outside, cover your hair with a hat, scarf, or hood. You can also use a hair product that offers UV-protection on your hair. Cold weather and harsh winds can also damage hair. If it is cold and windy outside, cover up your hair! Brush your hair and coil it into a loose bun before going to sleep. Brush your hair to get rid of any tangles. Sleep on a silk pillowcase, or wrap a silk scarf around your hair. If your hair is very long, coil it into a loose bun. Drink plenty of water. Try to drink around 8 8-ounce (240-milliliter) glasses of water each day. This won't necessarily repair the damage, but it will ensure that your hair grows out healthy and strong. If you keep forgetting to drink water, begin a habit of drinking a glass of water with each meal. Eat a healthy diet that is rich in protein, vitamins, and nutrients. Fruits and vegetables that are especially beneficial to hair include: avocados, carrots, kale, and spinach. Protein is also very important, and it will ensure that any new growth is strong and healthy. You can get your protein from lean meat and low-fat dairy. Chicken, fish, and nuts are great sources of protein. Flaxseeds, salmon, and walnuts are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids. If you are allergic to any of these foods, or choose not to eat them (i.e. vegan), you can always try dietary supplements. | Start your new hair care regime immediately. Use a clarifying shampoo if your hair is dry or staticky. Strengthen your hair with a protein-based conditioner. Turn a deep conditioner into a hydrating mask. Replenish your hair with a hot oil treatment. Give treatments 3 months before reassessing your hair. Cut the damage off as a last resort. Brush your hair starting from the ends. Wear your hair in loose, pulled-back styles while it recovers. Dry your hair using a T-shirt. Skip or limit the heat styling. Use heat protectants and low temperatures when you do heat style. Hold off on the relaxers, bleach, and hair dye. Avoid products containing ingredients that contribute to dryness. Protect your hair against the sun's rays. Brush your hair and coil it into a loose bun before going to sleep. Drink plenty of water. Eat a healthy diet that is rich in protein, vitamins, and nutrients. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Almond-Milk | How to Make Almond Milk | To make almond milk, start by soaking 1.5 cups of raw almonds in water overnight to soften them. Then, drain the almonds and blend them with 3 to 4 cups of water until evenly combined. If you want to sweeten your almond milk, add sugar or honey at this point. Then, strain the pulp using a very fine sieve or a few layers of cheesecloth, squeezing the remaining pulp to remove all of the liquid. | Gather the ingredients. You'll need: 1.5 cups or 220 grams of raw almonds (unsalted, uncooked) 4 cups or 940 milliliters of filtered or spring water, plus water for soaking 1 vanilla bean; scoop out the seeds; alternatively, use 1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence or extract Soak the almonds in water overnight. Do this for at least 8 hours, up to about 12 hours. The soaking softens them well for use, but is optional. Drain the water from the almonds. Blend the almonds in 4 cups of fresh spring or filtered water. Add the vanilla extract and continue blending until well mixed. You may find 4 cups a little too watery; if this concerns you, try 3 to 3.5 cups and add more if needed. Sweeten to taste if desired. If you want to sweeten the almond milk, add rice syrup, honey or other reasonably healthy sweetener, to taste. Strain. This is very important or you will be drinking almond pulp as well as the milk. Using something like a very fine strainer or sieve, or several layers of cheesecloth (muslin), pour the almond milk through the filter into a large bowl underneath. The filter will retain the almond pulp and the liquid will go through. Squeeze the remaining pulp to remove the last of the liquid. It is easier if done using a cloth; otherwise, use your very clean hands. The almond meal left over can be dried and used to add more fiber to your diet. Store. Almond milk can be kept in the refrigerator for 4-7 days, covered. It will usually need shaking before serving, to remix the liquid. Use. Almond milk can be used with a range of foods where you would use dairy milk, such as for cooking, for cereals, for drinking, etc. Those who love almond milk often find drinking it is best.For Some others no, Gather the ingredients. You'll need: 1 cup dry almonds 3 cups water 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract or essence Dry coconut or coconut milk (optional, for flavor). Chop the dry almonds up very finely. Pour the finely chopped almonds into a 1 quart plastic bottle. Add 3 cups of water. Add extra flavor if desired. Add some dry coconut with the nuts in blender, or coconut milk with the water. Add half teaspoon of vanilla. Shake this mixture together for a few minutes. Place in the refrigerator for about a day; shake often during the day. Shake and pour over cereal for best nutrition. Alternatively, filter with muslin or a cheesecloth if you don't want the almond meal in with the cereal. | Gather the ingredients. Soak the almonds in water overnight. Blend the almonds in 4 cups of fresh spring or filtered water. Sweeten to taste if desired. Strain. Store. Use. Gather the ingredients. Chop the dry almonds up very finely. Pour the finely chopped almonds into a 1 quart plastic bottle. Add half teaspoon of vanilla. Shake this mixture together for a few minutes. Shake and pour over cereal for best nutrition. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Diabetes-Educator | How to Become a Diabetes Educator | To become a diabetes educator, start by getting some experience providing diabetes self-management education, which you can do as a dietitian, pharmacist, or nurse. Additionally, consider completing an advanced degree in a health-related field or concentration. Then, research the requirements for certification from either the American Association of Diabetes Educators or the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators. When you feel you meet the requirements, complete an application, pay the fee, and get ready to take the test. | Choose the certification that is right for you. Decide if you want to become certified by the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) or the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators (NCBDE). Both organizations are reputable and have nearly identical requirements. The NCBDE certification is strictly focused on education. The AADE's Board Certified-Advanced Diabetes Management certification, however, allows you to not only educate patients with diabetes, but also to participate in research and mentoring, adjust medications, and treat diabetes symptoms and complications. For some people, the choice may come down to how much money and time you wish to spend on getting certified. The AADE certification is more expensive and might require a longer time investment than NCBDE certification. You do not need to obtain both types of certification, but it might improve your career opportunities. Obtain relevant work experience. Relevant jobs include pharmacist, occupational or physical therapist, Dietitian , nurse, or other medical professional who provides diabetes self-management education (DSME) as part of their routine duties. You might also qualify if you have an advanced degree in a health-related field or concentration. DSME is defined as any activity by a healthcare professional that helps patients with diabetes understand and manage their condition. For the NCBDE certification, you need at least two years' experience in your field and at least 1,000 hours of (DSME) experience. You must have worked at least 40% of these hours (400 hours) within in the last year. Certification with the AADE requires 500 practice hours over the course of the last four years. NCBDE certification allows volunteer experience with a medical agency or health clinic to count toward your hourly total. If you don't work in the field but still want to obtain NCBDE certification, you must provide an official transcript of your advanced degree coursework and a copy of your academic degree. The rest of your requirements are identical to a traditional applicant. Meet your continuing education requirements. While AADE certification has no continuing education requirement, the NCBDE certification does. In addition to relevant work experience, you'll need at least 15 clock hours (not credit hours) of continuing education within the two years prior to submitting your application. These courses must be provided by an organization or institution approved by the NCBDE. Unlike credit hours, clock hours are counted in a simple, linear way. For instance, attending a class for two hours will earn you two clock hours. The American Medical Association, the American Diabetes Association, the American Association of Diabetes Educators, and similar organizations offer continuing education opportunities for diabetes educators. A full list of continuing education providers is available online at http://www.ncbde.org/currently_certified/recognized-provider-list/. Continuing education cannot involve volunteering, original research, poster sessions or exhibits, writing an article or book, or academic courses. Acceptable continuing education activities include approved online programs, conferences, workshops, seminars, and independent study courses. Complete the application. The easiest way to apply for NCBDE certification is online. You will be redirected to the web page of Psi/Amp, the company that administers the NCBDE certification test. The AADE application is also online. If you prefer a paper NCBDE application, you can print one out online. The document includes the handbook — a useful document that provides information about the exam — and the application, located at the end of the document. Mail your completed application to AMP, CDE Examination Application, 18000 W. 105th St., Olathe, KS 66061-7543. If you're following the Unique Pathway application process for NCBDE certification (i.e, you are applying without work experience but with an advanced medical degree), fill out the application online. After submitting your NCBDE application, you should get an email notification letting you know that your application was received almost immediately. If submitting the paper application, you should get a written notification that your application was received within four weeks. Call Psi/Amp at (913) 895-4600 if your application has not been acknowledged within four weeks. Talk to your supervisor. For both the certification programs, you don't need to submit a formal list of your practical DSME hours, but you might be randomly selected for an experience audit. In that case, your supervisor will have to provide written verification that you have, in fact, obtained the necessary experience. Share your desire to earn NCBDE certification with your supervisor. That way, they will understand if you later ask for written verification of your work experience. Depending on your particular profession within the medical industry, your supervisor might be the head nurse, a doctor, or another medical professional. Pay the fee. Your initial certification fee for the NCBDE test is $350. This fee covers the costs of processing your application and administering your exam. Your fee must be paid when you submit your application. The fee for the AADE test is much steeper. You'll need to pay $600 if you're an AADE member, or $900 if you're not a member. An additional fee of $150 will be charged if you are testing for the AADE exam at a site outside the U.S. Choose a test center location. Once your application has been processed and approved, you'll receive information about how to select a test center location and time. In the case of either exam, if you don't think you can be available for an in-person test, inquire about getting an online proctored exam. This will allow you to take the test online from another location. Prepare for the test. There are several resources available to help you prepare for both certification exams. The NCBDE certification exam handbook has an appendix with an extensive list of resources. The AADE handbook also offers a list of useful resources in its appendix. Appendix 3 in the NCBDE handbook offers a content outline. The content outline describes broadly what the diabetes education test will cover. Examine this content outline closely. Seek assistance from a mentor or consult diabetes education literature to answer questions you might have about the material. Appendix 5 in the NCBDE handbook offers a list of suggested references. Look over these references, taking notes as necessary, to sharpen your knowledge of specific content areas. Focus on areas that you are less familiar with in order to remedy any gaps in your understanding. For a $55 fee, you can take a practice NCBDE examination through Psi/Amp. A practice AADE test is available online for $95. A test tutorial to help you familiarize yourself with the computerized testing system is also available online. Take the test. Visit the test center at the time and date you selected. Arrive early so that you have plenty of time to find a seat and settle in. The NCBDE test consists of 200 multiple-choice questions. You'll have four hours to complete the exam. The AADE test consists of 175 multiple-choice questions administered over three-and-a-half hours. Bring at least two types of valid, government-issued photo ID. You might bring a passport, driver's license, military identification card, or state identification card with photo. You should also bring a printout confirming your test site, date, and other relevant information. Do not bring your phone, hat, electronics, or other personal items into the test center with you. Review your scores. The AADE exam results are mailed six to eight weeks after taking the exam. NCBDE scores are reported in two ways: raw scores and scaled scores. The NCBDE exam's raw scores will give you your score as a percentage of the total number of questions you got correct out of 200. For instance, you might get a raw score of 150/200. Scaled scores are reported as a percentage of correct questions on a scale of 0 to 99. You must score at least a 70 on this scale in order to pass the exam. Using the above example — 150/200 — you would earn a 75, giving you a passing grade. Renew your certification. You must recertify your NCBDE and/or AADE credentials every five years. Recertification for the NCBDE requires that you accrue at least another 1,000 hours of DSME and that you hold the same position in the same medical field that you held when you obtained certification originally. If you cannot meet the 1,000-hour practice requirement but wish to maintain your certification, you can substitute the practice requirement for 75 clock hours of continuing education. When your certification is close to expiration, the NCBDE, and/or AADE will send you a reminder notification along with directions outlining how to renew your certification. Renewal costs $250 for NCBDE certification and $500 for the AADE certification (or $800 if you are not an AADE member). Use your certification. With your new credentials, you'll have a legitimate claim to expertise in the field of DSME. With your certification, you should be eligible for a pay raise. Broach the subject discretely with your employer. You might ask, for instance, what kind of financial benefits you're eligible for as a certified diabetes educator. Many medical professionals find that they are more confident, respected, and financially secure as a result of earning their certification. | Choose the certification that is right for you. Obtain relevant work experience. Meet your continuing education requirements. Complete the application. Talk to your supervisor. Pay the fee. Choose a test center location. Prepare for the test. Take the test. Review your scores. Renew your certification. Use your certification. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Rid-of-a-Deep-Pimple | How to Get Rid of a Deep Pimple | To get rid of a deep pimple underneath your skin, start by washing your face with a plant-oil based, non-comedogenic cleanser that won't clog your pores. Next, select 1-2 essential oils with antibacterial or antiseptic properties, like spearmint, lavender, or calendula. If you have not used essential oils before, place a drop on your wrist to make sure you are not allergic. Then, fill half of a 1-quart pot with water and let it boil for 1-2 minutes before adding 1-2 drops of essential oil. After another minute, remove the pot from heat, place a towel on your head, and keep your face 12-15 inches from the steaming water for 10 minutes. Once you're done, use a non-comedogenic moisturizer to keep your skin soft and prevent damage. | Clean your face twice a day. To keep oil and dirt away, you will need to commit to a cleansing routine where you clean your face twice a day. Use a plant based oil cleanser or a commercial cleanser than is non-comedogenic, meaning it will not clog your pores. Do not use products that contain alcohol, as they can irritate and dry out your skin. When applying the cleanser, use your fingertips and be gentle. Massage, rather than scrub your face, as scrubbing can cause permanent scarring on your skin. Make sure you also wash your face and body after any heavy sweating, such as after a workout. Do not poke, squeeze, or pop deep pimples. It may be tempting to try to pop your pimple so it goes away more quickly. But irritating the deep pimple can make it worse and lead to scarring as well as the development of other pimples. Stay out of the sun. Try not to hang out all day in direct sunlight without sunscreen on or in tanning beds. The UV rays from the sun can damage your skin cells and weaken your skin. Gather the necessary supplies. Steam cleaning can help to refresh your skin and help to sooth problem areas on your face, such as a deep pimple. You can also integrate essential oils in your steam clean to help “draw” out the deep pimple. You will need to following supplies: 1-quart pot Water A clean towel Essential oils Dried herbs, if you do not have access to essential oils Select one to two essential oils. You should use essential oils that have antibacterial or antiseptic properties and that can help to sooth the deep pimples. Spearmint or peppermint: Due to a high percentage of menthol, spearmint or peppermint has antiseptic and immune boosting properties. Thyme: This herb can improve your immune system and is known to be antibacterial. It is also known to increase your blood circulation. Lavender: This herb has soothing and calming properties. It also has antibacterial properties and can help with anxiety and depression. Calendula: This herb can help to accelerate healing and also has antimicrobial properties. Always pre-test the oil on a small area of your skin before you use it. This will confirm you are not allergic to the herbal oil. To test the oil, place one drop on your wrist and wait 10–15 minutes. Only use the oil for steam cleaning if there is no reaction on the surface of your skin. Wash your skin with a plant-oil based product. Use a hair tie to put your hair back so your face is exposed. Then, wash your face with a plant-oil based product. This will ensure it is clean and ready for steaming. Use oils like glycerin, grapeseed, and sunflower to create a plant-oil based product. Use your fingertips to apply the product to your face, gently massaging in circular motions. Wash your face for about a minute and then use lukewarm water to rinse your face, removing the cleanser. Pat your face dry with a clean towel. Heat essential oils to a boil in a pot of water. Use the 1-quart pot and fill it halfway with water. Place it on the stove and let it boil for one to two minutes. Make sure the water creates a nice flow of steam. Add one to two drops of the essential oils. Use dried herbs if you do not have access to herbal oils. Use ½ teaspoon of dried herbs per quart of water. Allow the water to boil for another minute and then take it off the heat. Be careful, as the pot will be hot. Shut off the stove and put the pot on an even surface in an open area. Use a towel to cover your head and place your face 12–15 inches from the water. Cover your head with the towel first so you can position your face 12–15 inches from the water. Doing this will cause your blood vessels to dilate and your pores to open up without damaging your skin with the steam. Close your eyes and breathe in and out deeply. Relax and be calm as the steam wafts over your face. Steam your face for 10 minutes. One minute in, remove your face from the steam and let your skin rest for 10 minutes. Only reheat the water and steam again if you do not have an allergic reaction to the oils in the steam after 10 minutes, with no sneezing or itching. Hold your face over the steam for up to 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, remove your face from the steam and rinse your skin with lukewarm water. Pat dry it with a towel. Moisturize your face. End the steam session by hydrating your face with natural oils or a non-comedogenic moisturizer. This will keep your skin soft and prevent damage to your skin. Go for store-brand moisturizers that are labeled non-comedogenic or non-clogging, like Olay, Neutrogena, and Clinique moisturizers. For a natural option, go for natural oils that are high in non-comedogenic properties, such as hemp seed oil, shea butter, sunflower oil, castor oil, calendula oil, or argan oil. Begin by moisturizing your face twice a day with natural oils, in the morning and at night. Do the steam treatment once a day, in the morning or the evening. Apply green tea bags to the deep pimple. Green tea can act as an astringent and help to sooth the pimple while also killing off any bacteria or dirt. Soak green tea bags in warm water. Then, apply the tea bags directly to the deep pimple to help draw out the pimple. Use apple cider vinegar on the deep pimple. Apple cider vinegar is another cheap and easy to use astringent that you can apply directly to the deep pimple. Pour apple cider vinegar on a cotton ball or a Q-tip. Apply the ball or Q-tip to the deep pimple. Put tea tree oil on the deep pimple. Tea tree oil is a powerful herbal oil, as it is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and an astringent. Pour tea tree oil on a cotton ball or a Q-tip. Apply the ball or Q-tip to the deep pimple. Make an herbal mask. You can put this mask over your entire face or use it as a spot treatment on deep pimples on your face. Combine 1 tablespoon honey, one egg white, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and ½ teaspoon of an essential oil, such as peppermint, spearmint, lavender, calendula, or thyme. Use your clean fingers to put the mask over your face, your neck, or on your deep pimple. Allow the mask to dry for 15 minutes and then rinse it off with lukewarm water. Pat dry your face and finish with a non-comedogenic moisturizer. Do not squeeze or pop a deep pimple with a “head. ” If the deep pimple comes to head and starts to develop a white spot or “head,” do not try to squeeze or pop the pimple. This can lead to more inflammation, an infection, and scarring. Instead, try to allow the pimple to drain naturally and heal on its own, with no scrubbing, poking, or popping. If you cannot leave the pimple alone, you can try to exfoliate it with natural, gentle scrubs; however, many skin specialists do not recommend exfoliation as it is a bit like pulling off a scab before it falls off on its own and can cause scarring on the surface of your skin. Gentle exfoliation can help to pull out any sebum, cell debris, or embedded hairs that are causing the deep pimple and speed up healing of the pimple. Use a honey-baking soda exfoliant. Combine honey with baking soda to make a paste that you apply directly to the deep pimple. In a small clean bowl, mix ¼ cup honey and 1 teaspoon of baking soda. Add enough baking soda to make a paste. Apply the paste with gentle, circular motions on the deep pimple or use a Q-tip to apply it to the pimple. Work the paste in gently for two to three minutes and then rinse it off with warm water. Try an oatmeal exfoliant. This exfoliant is another natural way to gently remove any dirt, cell debris, or embedded hairs in the deep pimple. Place ¼-½ cup rolled whole oats in a food processor or coffee grinder until they are ground to a fine texture. Add enough olive oil, jojoba oil, Vitamin E oil, avocado oil, or almond oil to the oats to make a paste. Apply the paste to the deep pimple with gentle, circular motions. You can also use a Q-tip to apply it. Massage the paste on the deep pimple for two to three minutes and then rinse it off with warm water. Apply a sugar-olive oil exfoliant. Olive oil is suggested for this exfoliant but you can use castor oil, jojoba oil, Vitamin E oil, avocado oil, or almond oil if you would prefer. Combine one teaspoon of sugar with ½ cup of the oil until it forms a paste. Apply the paste with gentle, circular motions on the deep pimple or use a Q-tip to apply it to the pimple. Work the paste in gently for two to three minutes and then rinse it off with warm water. Use a sea salt exfoliant. Sea salt is known to help improve the appearance of your skin and remove dirt and debris that can cause deep pimples. Mix one to two teaspoons of sea salt with enough olive oil to make a paste. Apply the paste to the deep pimple with gentle, circular motions. You can also use a Q-tip to apply it. Massage the paste on the deep pimple for two to three minutes and then rinse it off with warm water. Consume foods with a low-glycemic index. Eating low-glycemic foods will allow sugars to release into your bloodstream at a slower pace. This allows your body to process the sugars more easily. Lower GI foods include: Brain cereals, muesli, and rolled oats. Whole wheat, pumpernickel, and whole grain breads. Whole grains are also beneficial. The lowest GIs are located in whole grain pasta, barley, and brown rice. Most vegetables, except for beetroots, pumpkin, and parsnips. Most fruit, except for watermelon and dates. Fruits like mango, banana, papaya, pineapple, raisins, and figs have a medium GI index. Nuts. Legumes. Yogurt. Have foods high in Vitamin A. Vitamin A helps to maintain healthy skin and prevent acne such as deep pimples. Look for Vitamin A high foods such as: Vegetables like sweet potato, spinach, carrots, pumpkin, broccoli, red peppers, summer squash. Fruit like cantaloupe, mangoes, and apricots. Legumes like black eyed peas. Meat and fish, particularly beef liver, herring, and salmon. Have foods high in Vitamin D. This vitamin can help your skin stay healthy and fresh. Look for Vitamin D high foods such as: Fish like cod liver, salmon, and tuna. Dairy in the form of milk, yogurt, and cheese. Vitamin D can also be absorbed through exposing yourself to the sun at least 10–15 minutes a week. Always wear sunscreen to protect your skin from UV rays. Eat omega-3 fatty acid foods. Omega-3 fatty acids can help give you a natural glow and prevent the development of acne, including deep pimples. Look for foods high in omega-3 fatty acid such as: Seeds and nuts like flaxseeds and flaxseed oil, chia seeds, butternuts, walnuts. Fish like salmon, sardines, mackerel, and whitefish. Vegetables like spinach, sprouted radish seeds, and Chinese broccoli. Cook with herbs like basil, oregano, cloves, and marjoram. Do not eat foods high in processed and artificial sugars. Stay away from these types of foods, as bacteria loves sugar and feeds off of it, leading to the development of more acne. Look at the labels of food at the grocery store before buying it to confirm it does not contain any processed or artificial sugars. | Clean your face twice a day. Do not poke, squeeze, or pop deep pimples. Stay out of the sun. Gather the necessary supplies. Select one to two essential oils. Wash your skin with a plant-oil based product. Heat essential oils to a boil in a pot of water. Use a towel to cover your head and place your face 12–15 inches from the water. Steam your face for 10 minutes. Moisturize your face. Apply green tea bags to the deep pimple. Use apple cider vinegar on the deep pimple. Put tea tree oil on the deep pimple. Make an herbal mask. Do not squeeze or pop a deep pimple with a “head. Use a honey-baking soda exfoliant. Try an oatmeal exfoliant. Apply a sugar-olive oil exfoliant. Use a sea salt exfoliant. Consume foods with a low-glycemic index. Have foods high in Vitamin A. Have foods high in Vitamin D. Eat omega-3 fatty acid foods. Do not eat foods high in processed and artificial sugars. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Crab-Cakes | How to Make Crab Cakes | To make pan-fried crab cakes, mix the crab meat, green onions, red bell pepper, mayonnaise, egg, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings together in a large bowl. Next, add cracker crumbs to the mixture until it takes on a chunky, paste-like consistency. Then, shape the mixture into small, round patties and dredge them in flour. Finally, fry them in hot oil for 5 minutes on each side and let them drain on paper towels before serving them. | Mix the crab meat and other ingredients in a medium bowl. Use a spoon, spatula, or your hands to combine the mixture, but don't break up the crab meat into very small pieces in the process. Add the following: 1 lb (450 g) fresh or packaged crab meat, picked free of shell parts 3 green onions, finely chopped 0.5 c (120 g) of finely-chopped bell pepper 0.25 c (59 ml) of mayonnaise 1 large egg 1 tsp (4.9 ml) of Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp (5 g) of dry mustard 1 tsp (5 g) of salt Dash of cayenne pepper 0.25 tsp (1.25 g) of garlic powder Juice of ½ lemon Add just enough cracker crumbs for a chunky paste consistency. Start by mixing in about 2 tbsp (30 g) of cracker crumbs, then see if you can form the mixture into a patty. If it's still too loose, add another 1 tbsp (15 g) and try again. Try to add just enough cracker crumbs to bind the mixture together. If you add too much, the crab cakes may end up with a dry texture. You will probably use about 0.33 cup (80 g) of cracker crumbs total. Refrigerate the bowl of crab cake mixture for 30 minutes (optional). Letting the mixture chill for half an hour helps meld the flavors and makes it easier to form it into patties. However, you'll still get good results if you don't have the time for this step. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap before putting it in the refrigerator. Otherwise, the mixture may pick up unwanted smells from inside the fridge. Shape the crab cake mixture into round patties. Scoop up a small handful of the mixture and use your two hands to cup and pat it into a disc shape similar to a hockey puck. To get 4-6 patties from this recipe, aim to make each patty roughly 4 in (10 cm) in diameter and 1 in (2.5 cm) thick. To end up with 8-12 appetizer-sized patties instead, make them about 2 in (5.1 cm) in diameter and about 0.75 in (1.9 cm) thick. Dredge the crab cakes in flour. Gently drop each patty into a shallow bowl containing about 0.5 c (120 g) of flour. Flip the patty over in the bowl so both sides get a nice coating of flour on them. Alternatively, you can lay the patties out on a tray, sprinkle flour over one side of each patty, then flip them all over and dust the other sides with flour. Preheat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 0.5 c (120 ml) of peanut, canola, or vegetable oil to the skillet and allow it to heat on the stovetop for 3-5 minutes. Place the crab cakes into the skillet, without crowding them. Each crab cake should have at least 1 in (2.5 cm) of free space on all sides. If you can't fit all the crab cakes into your pan at one time and give them all this amount of space, you'll have to cook them in 2 or more batches. If you have to cook them in batches, add a little more oil to the pan before starting each subsequent batch. Cook the cakes for about 5 minutes, then flip them carefully. After 3-4 minutes of cooking, use a spatula or spoon to peek at the underside of each cake. When they're nicely browned (likely after 5 minutes), turn them over gently with a spatula. You can also try using 2 spoons to flip them. Be careful not to splash hot oil on yourself when flipping the cakes. Flip them over away from you (e.g., towards the back of the stove) so that any splatter also goes away from you. Cook the flipped cakes for 4-5 minutes. Use your spatula to take a look at the undersides of each cake. When they're all golden brown on the bottom, it's time to remove them from the pan. Lift out the crab cakes and lay them on a paper towel-lined plate. Leave them on the plate for at least 2-3 minutes, or while you make a second batch. The paper towels will soak up the excess cooking oil. Serve the crab cakes with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or your favorite sauce. You can try cocktail sauce, hot sauce, Dijon mustard, or even ketchup—or just enjoy the crab cakes as-is! Refrigerate leftover crab cakes immediately and eat them within 2 days. They taste good cold too! Set the oven to 375 °F (191 °C) and grease a sheet pan. While the oven heats up, spray a large baking sheet liberally with cooking spray. Alternatively, you can lay parchment paper or a nonstick silicone baking mat on the sheet pan. Combine the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl. Use a medium mixing bowl and stir the ingredients with a spoon to combine them. Add the following: 0.25 c (60 g) of bread crumbs; 1 tsp (5 g) of baking powder; 1 tsp (5 g) of dried parsley; 1 tsp (5 g) of mustard powder; 0.125 tsp (625 mg) of black pepper; 2 tsp (10 g) of seafood seasoning (e.g., Old Bay) Mix the wet ingredients in a separate bowl. Grab a second mixing bowl and combine the wet ingredients with a spoon. Use the following: 1 US tbsp (15 ml) of mayonnaise; 2 tbsp (60 g) of butter, melted; 1 tsp (4.9 ml) of Worcestershire sauce; 0.75 c (180 ml) of cholesterol-free egg product Fold the lump crab meat into the wet ingredients. Use a spatula or your hand to gently incorporate the crab meat into the mayonnaise mixture. Try not to break the crab meat into tiny pieces in the process. Keeping the crab meat in larger pieces helps it to stand out more in the finished cakes. Add the dry ingredients to the crab mixture and fold them in. Pour the dry bowl into the wet one, then use your spatula or hand to gently fold everything together. Stop as soon as all the dry ingredients have been moistened. You want to end up with a chunky mixture, not a smooth batter. Form 12 patties out of the mixture and put them on the baking sheet. Use your hands to cup and pat small handfuls of the mixture into patties that are about 0.75 in (1.9 cm) thick and around 2–3 in (5.1–7.6 cm) across. Lay them on the baking sheet so that each patty has at least 1 in (2.5 cm) of spacing on all sides. You can make fewer, wider patties if you wish, but don't make them any thicker than 0.75 in (1.9 cm). Bake the patties for 15 minutes, then turn them over. After 15 minutes in the preheated oven, pull out the baking sheet and flip the patties over with a spatula. The crab cakes are delicate at this point and can fall apart easily, so turn them over slowly and carefully. If a patty falls apart while turning it, do your best to form it back into a patty shape on the baking sheet. You can reserve this misshapen one for yourself when they're done! Cook the crab cakes for another 10-15 minutes. After 10 minutes, check them every minute or so. Once the tops are nicely golden brown, remove them from the oven. Give them 2 or 3 minutes to cool a little, then enjoy! These mini crab cakes make great appetizers. Make a quick remoulade for topping them or dipping by stirring together 0.33 c (78 ml) of mayonnaise and 2 tsp (9.9 ml) of Dijon mustard. Put any leftovers in the fridge right away and use them within 2 days. Either enjoy them cold or reheat them fully. | Mix the crab meat and other ingredients in a medium bowl. Add just enough cracker crumbs for a chunky paste consistency. Refrigerate the bowl of crab cake mixture for 30 minutes (optional). Shape the crab cake mixture into round patties. Dredge the crab cakes in flour. Preheat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the crab cakes into the skillet, without crowding them. Cook the cakes for about 5 minutes, then flip them carefully. Cook the flipped cakes for 4-5 minutes. Lift out the crab cakes and lay them on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve the crab cakes with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or your favorite sauce. Set the oven to 375 °F (191 °C) and grease a sheet pan. Combine the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl. Mix the wet ingredients in a separate bowl. Fold the lump crab meat into the wet ingredients. Add the dry ingredients to the crab mixture and fold them in. Form 12 patties out of the mixture and put them on the baking sheet. Bake the patties for 15 minutes, then turn them over. Cook the crab cakes for another 10-15 minutes. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Bake-Fish | How to Bake Fish | If you want to bake a whole fish in the oven, line a glass or metal baking pan with aluminum foil and brush the foil with olive oil. Rinse the fish thoroughly and pat it dry with paper towels, then use a sharp knife to slice off the bottom fin and open your fish along the belly from the head to the tail. Place the fish in the baking pan and drizzle it with olive oil, inside and out. Next, season the inside and the outside of the fish with salt and pepper, then line the inside of the cavity with lemon slices. Bake the fish at 400°F for 30 minutes. | Buy fish the same day you intend to make it. Fish tastes best when it's fresh, so plan a trip to the grocery store or fishmonger the same day you want to make it for dinner. Choose healthy-looking fish. If you're buying a whole fish, look for fish with bright, clear eyes. Whether you're buying a whole fish or a fillet, the skin should look bright and vibrant. Smell the fish before making a purchase. The fish shouldn't have a strong smell; it should smell like fresh seawater. If possible, choose fish that was caught locally. Fish that has to travel long distances is often frozen and then thawed before reaching your grocery store. It may not taste as fresh as fish caught in your local body of water. Preheat the oven to 275 °F (135 °C). Line a glass or metal baking pan with aluminum foil. Brush with olive oil. Rinse the salmon fillets and pat them dry with paper towels. Place the salmon fillets in the pan. Make sure they are skin side down. Brush the fillets with olive oil. Squeeze lemon juice over the fillets. Sprinkle the fillets with salt and fresh thyme. Bake the fillets for about fifteen minutes. The fish is ready when the translucent flesh at its center has turned opaque. Be careful not to overcook the fish. Salmon gets tough and dry when it is overcooked. Test for doneness by gently separating a few layers of the salmon flesh with a fork. It should fall apart easily when it's fully cooked. Serve the fillets with lemon wedges. Preheat the oven to 425 °F (218 °C). Line a glass or metal baking pan with aluminum foil. Brush with olive oil. Rinse the tilapia fillets and pat them dry with paper towels. Mix the bread crumbs, grated Parmesan, butter, and oil in a bowl. Stir until thoroughly combined. Place the tilapia fillets in the baking pan. Sprinkle them liberally with the bread crumb mixture. Bake the tilapia for about ten minutes. The fish is ready when the flesh has turned translucent and the topping is golden brown. Preheat the oven to 400 °F (204 °C). Line a glass or metal baking pan with aluminum foil. Brush with olive oil. Rinse the fish. Take care to rinse out all of the cavities. Pat dry with a paper towel. Cut the bottom back fin off the fish. Use a sharp knife to slice off the bottom fin, then run your knife along the bottom of the fish's belly from head to tail. This will open up the cavity to the oven's heat. Place the fish in the baking pan. Drizzle the fish with olive oil, both on the outside of the fish and inside the cavity. Smooth it over the entire fish using your fingers. Season the fish inside and out with salt and pepper. Line the inside of the cavity with lemon slices. You should be able to fit four to five slices inside the fish, overlapping them slightly. Close the fish back up. Bake the fish for thirty minutes. The fish is ready when the flesh inside has turned opaque and flaky, and the outside skin is crispy. Serve the fish. Remove the skin and the fins. Cut each side of the fish in half and serve. Whole baked fish are often brought to the table whole before they are cut up for serving. Be sure your family or guests are aware that the fish still contains bones. | Buy fish the same day you intend to make it. Choose healthy-looking fish. Smell the fish before making a purchase. If possible, choose fish that was caught locally. Preheat the oven to 275 °F (135 °C). Rinse the salmon fillets and pat them dry with paper towels. Place the salmon fillets in the pan. Brush the fillets with olive oil. Sprinkle the fillets with salt and fresh thyme. Bake the fillets for about fifteen minutes. Serve the fillets with lemon wedges. Preheat the oven to 425 °F (218 °C). Rinse the tilapia fillets and pat them dry with paper towels. Mix the bread crumbs, grated Parmesan, butter, and oil in a bowl. Place the tilapia fillets in the baking pan. Bake the tilapia for about ten minutes. Preheat the oven to 400 °F (204 °C). Rinse the fish. Cut the bottom back fin off the fish. Place the fish in the baking pan. Season the fish inside and out with salt and pepper. Line the inside of the cavity with lemon slices. Bake the fish for thirty minutes. Serve the fish. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Put-Your-Legs-over-Your-Head | How to Put Your Legs over Your Head | Putting your legs over your head is an impressive talent, and with practice, you'll be able to do it yourself. Warm up before each session by doing some jumping jacks or taking a short jog to prevent injury. If you're not very flexible, start by stretching a few times a day for at least a week to loosen yourself up. You can stretch your leg by placing it on a high object, like a couch arm, window ledge, or shelf. When your legs don't hurt anymore, move to increasingly higher objects to get a better stretch. Eventually you'll be able to stretch your legs behind your head from a sitting position. Reach your legs behind your neck one at a time and start with the leg that's less flexible. Always take it slowly and stop stretching if you're in too much pain or discomfort. | Realize that it may take a long time to learn to put your legs above or over your head. Some people may never be able to manage this due to a lack of flexibility, so a focus should begin with becoming more flexible. Also check with your doctor as to the suitability of trying to raise your legs above your head, especially if you have a heart condition, leg problems, blood pressure issues, etc. Warm up before doing these stretches. A brisk walk around the house or some jumping jacks can be useful. Or, do a short dance, run on the spot or jump rope. Select a reasonably high item in your house that it is safe and okay to reach up to. This might be a shelf, a chair/couch back, a window ledge, etc. Check that you can put your leg onto that with ease. This is not meant to be a hard height, it must be something that you can reach with ease for now. Place your foot onto the item and stretch the leg while doing so. Keep stretching while holding your leg on this height, keeping the stretch longer each time. Do this for each leg a few times a day for at least a week. This will improve your flexibility and increase your legs' strength. Switch it up. When it doesn't hurt at all to this anymore, aim a little higher next. Find a slightly higher shelf or ledge and practice the same routine until it too becomes comfortable and easy. Then raise the level again until your legs are stretching really high with relative ease. Take care not to strain your legs. For now, keep resting them on a stable object of some kind. Even the wall is fine if you can't find anything higher to rest on. Allow yourself rest days if you feel you need it and if you aren't already quite flexible. Switch to lifting your legs without resting them on anything. This is going to be harder as there is no longer a support, just your legs in the air. Work on lifting up one leg at a time, working on your balance when holding that leg in the air. Repeat the lifting without support as often as possible. In time, it will become easier until you can do this without feeling as if you'll lose your balance or that it's too hard. Just be sure to give yourself a lot of time to achieve this, as it won't happen overnight for most people. It may take up to a year to be able to perfect this, so practice and patience are much needed to achieve success. Work on your flexibility. This exercise should only be tried when you are flexible. You may need to follow a regime of improving your flexibility first, otherwise you will find this exercise next to impossible. Place a mat on the floor where you intend to practice this exercise. Warm up your muscles first. You can do this by jogging, doing jumping jacks or running on the spot for at least 10 minutes. Stand up and stretch for 15 seconds. Sit down on the floor mat. Extend your right leg straight out in front of you. Gently stretch for 10 seconds. Switch over to do the same with your left leg. Put both your legs straight out. Stretch for 10 seconds. Put both of your hands on your toes and stretch for 15 seconds. At this point, you may find that it isn't happening as well as you'd like. That's fine––take all the time you need and keep working on this step until you get it. Separate both legs as widely as you can. Put both hands in the middle of your legs, and lean down. Stretch for 15 seconds. Bring both of your legs together. Your legs should form a butterfly shape. Bounce both of your legs up and down for 20 seconds. Do this gently. Bring both legs out straight. Lean to the right for 20 seconds, then lean to the left for 20 seconds. Point your legs straight up in the air. Have them above your head and keep them up for 30 seconds. You can choose to stop here if wished, as your legs are now over your head. Or, you can go one further with the next step. Try to bring your right leg back and over your head. When you have achieved this, then try to bring back your left leg as well. At this point, realize that this is exceptionally hard to do, so do not push it. It can take a very long time to do this successfully, perhaps even a year or two before it works for you. The second foot is harder to do than the first, because you have to get it beyond the first. Whichever leg is less flexible, do first. | Realize that it may take a long time to learn to put your legs above or over your head. Warm up before doing these stretches. Select a reasonably high item in your house that it is safe and okay to reach up to. Switch it up. Allow yourself rest days if you feel you need it and if you aren't already quite flexible. Switch to lifting your legs without resting them on anything. Repeat the lifting without support as often as possible. Work on your flexibility. Place a mat on the floor where you intend to practice this exercise. Warm up your muscles first. Stand up and stretch for 15 seconds. Sit down on the floor mat. Put both your legs straight out. Put both of your hands on your toes and stretch for 15 seconds. Separate both legs as widely as you can. Bring both of your legs together. Bounce both of your legs up and down for 20 seconds. Bring both legs out straight. Point your legs straight up in the air. Try to bring your right leg back and over your head. |
https://www.wikihow.pet/Feed-a-Quaker-Parrot | How to Feed a Quaker Parrot | To feed your Quaker parrot, give them a well-balanced and varied diet so they remain healthy and happy. You can give them between 2 and 3 tablespoons a day of commercial pellets made for parrots to provide balanced nutrition, but add in some fruits and vegetables to make sure they're getting everything that they need. For example, chop up about a tablespoon of some fresh apples or broccoli to add to the pellets to give them a tasty treat. You can also give them a tablespoon or so of bird seed each day along with their pellets to supplement their diet. Avoid foods that are toxic to Quaker parrots, such as avocados, chocolate, apple seeds, and stone fruit pits. | Feed your Quaker pellets. Commercial pellets made for parrots provide balanced nutrition and are key for keeping your bird healthy for years to come. Quakers kept as pets should be fed about 60 to 70 percent pellets. Your parrot will probably eat between 2 and 3 tablespoons (29 to 44 mL) of pellets every day. However, follow the feeding guidelines on the packaging of the specific pellets that you purchase. Pellets designed to meet the nutritional needs of parrots should be available at your local pet store or from online retailers. If you are unsure about what pellets to feed your Quaker, consult with a veterinarian. Give your bird fruits and vegetables. Your Quaker should be offered a variety of foods in order to insure that it meet its nutritional needs. Your bird only needs a tablespoon or so of these every day. Rinse and chop up large vegetables before offering them to your bird. Some fruits and vegetables that are great for Quakers to eat include: Corn Peas Broccoli Beans Carrots Cauliflower Asparagus Spinach Parsley Apples (but not the seeds) Banana Provide a small amount of seed. In the wild, Quaker parrots don't actually eat a lot of seed. If you try to give your Quaker a high-seed diet, it won't get the variety of nutrients it needs to thrive. Instead, make seeds a small side dish for your bird. Supply a tablespoon (15 mL) or so daily as a supplement, instead of making them the main dish. Seeds are high-energy foods that will provide your bird with too much fat. Since your bird is not flying around all day, it does not need the number of calories that seed will provide. Avoid giving your Quaker toxic foods. There are some foods that are toxic to birds, and these should be kept away from your Quaker parrot at all times. Foods that may be toxic to your Quaker parrot include: Avocados Chocolate Apple seeds Stone fruit pits Give your bird fresh foods every day. In addition to keeping your parrot's pellet dish full, you should give it fresh foods every day. Making sure that it always has access to unspoiled fresh foods will ensure that your bird gets balanced nutrition and stays interested in eating. Place fresh food in your parrot's cage every morning and little bits throughout the day, if possible. Then remove any remaining food at the end of the day, so that spoiled food does not remain in the bird's cage for very long. Vary the foods that you give your bird. Rotating new foods into your bird's cage is an important part of giving it a varied diet. Allow your Quaker to try new foods weekly and rotate the foods you know it likes in and out of the bird's cage. Giving your bird new and varied foods gives your bird mental stimulation, as well as well-balanced nutrition. Feed your Quaker when you have meals. Quakers are social creatures and they like the social activity surrounding meals. With this in mind, give them a small meal while you and your family are eating, so that they get the opportunity to join in on the fun. Several small meals of human food throughout the day will keep your bird's diet varied and interesting. Refill your bird's water daily. In addition to food, you need to be sure to refresh your bird's water every day. Allowing your bird to drink old or dirty water is not good for its health, so dump out old water, clean the container, refill it, and then place it back in the bird's cage every day. If you provide water in a dish, the bird can use it for bathing and drinking. However, the bird's water will get dirty very rapidly if it is used for both purposes. If you provide the Quaker's water in a bottle, the water will stay cleaner longer but your bird can't use it for bathing. Place your Quaker's food in foraging or hiding toys. In order to make your bird's normal diet feel more exciting, you can place some of it in puzzle feeding toys. These toys require the bird to figure out how to get to the food, stimulating its mind in addition to its stomach. There are a wide variety of puzzle and foraging toys on the market. Look for them at your local pet store or look for them from online retailers. Offer your parrot various table foods. In addition to fruits and vegetables, Quaker parrots can eat other foods that humans enjoy. Avoid giving your bird foods that are high in fat and sugar. However, that doesn't rule out all human foods. Giving your Quaker a tablespoon (15 mL) of these foods once a week will both provide your bird with a treat and ensure that the bird eats its pellets and seeds as well. Try giving your Quaker: Whole wheat breads Cooked oats Cooked brown rice Cornbread Egg noodles Yogurt Cottage cheese Cooked chicken Cooked turkey Use treats while training your bird. One of the best times to provide treats to your Quaker is when you are training it. Using a food that it loves, such as commercial bird treats, can really motivate a bird to learn and follow your commands. Be sure not to overfeed your bird when you are training it. One or two treats in a day is fine but any more than that and your bird is at risk of becoming overweight. You should not give your Quaker so many treats during training that it is not interested in eating its normal healthy diet. If you are concerned about overfeeding your parrot during training, try clicker training. In clicker training, the parrot comes to associate an audible “click” with a treat or reward. As training progresses, continue to use the clicker, but reduce the number of treats. | Feed your Quaker pellets. Give your bird fruits and vegetables. Provide a small amount of seed. Avoid giving your Quaker toxic foods. Give your bird fresh foods every day. Vary the foods that you give your bird. Feed your Quaker when you have meals. Refill your bird's water daily. Place your Quaker's food in foraging or hiding toys. Offer your parrot various table foods. Use treats while training your bird. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Cure-a-Heartache | How to Cure a Heartache | To cure a heartache, start by giving yourself time to grieve. Letting yourself feel hurt and upset will prevent you from bottling up your feelings, which would only make you feel sad for longer. You should also talk about how you're feeling with your friends or family, since getting support from others will make dealing with your heartache easier. Also, try to avoid things like mementos that trigger memories of the person, looking up the other person on social media, or asking others about how they're doing. Instead, take your emotions one day at a time and distract yourself with television, books, music, or menial chores. Don't place blame on yourself or the other person. Rather, look at this time as a chance to develop what makes you unique by trying new things and working on personal growth. Even if you backslide and fantasize about the person coming back to you, don't be discouraged. That is normal on the path to acceptance! People change, and what you are feeling now will someday change too. | Allow yourself to grieve. Having your heart broken is painful. You cannot get around the fact that it is going to hurt. You have to give yourself time to feel the emotions associated with heartache. Your brain is telling you that you have been injured , so do not try to suppress those feelings. Create a healing space for yourself. You need time and space to process your emotions and to grieve. When the heartache starts, try to find a quiet place to deal with the immediate tidal wave of emotions. This can mean going for a walk, going to your room, making yourself a cup of tea. You will tend to cycle through many emotions; anger, pain, grief, anxiety, fear, acceptance. It can feel a bit like you are drowning at times, but you will find as you go through each cycle, that you deal with them more easily and more quickly. Avoid wallowing in despair. Let yourself cry. Crying is a good thing. There is, however, a fine line between giving yourself time to deal with your emotions and being completely overwhelmed by them. If you find you have not left your house in weeks, have not showered, and are not interested in anything, you should consider seeking professional help. Counseling or participating in some group therapy may be the answer. Take it one day at a time. If you try to deal with all of your emotions and the fall-out from your heartache all at once, you are bound to overwhelm yourself. Instead, go from moment to moment and stay focused in the present. A good way to stay focused in the moment is to practice staying present. When you find your thoughts leaping ahead or straying into the past, stop yourself; physically stop yourself. Look around you; what do you see? What can you smell? What does the sky look like? What can you feel with your hands? Is there wind against your face? Get little things done. Sweep, clean, organize, sort. Menial chores like this help your mind focus on positive things rather than negative things. Television, books and movies are good therapy in small amounts, but they will not affect your sense of accomplishment like marking things off your To-Do List. As the small things get done, you can shift to bigger things like redecorating, rearranging, remodeling. When the bigger things get done, you will actually feel a boost your attitude and have a brighter outlook on life. Do not start in on a large project to distract yourself. Instead, just focus on dealing with your grief over the end of your relationship. Detach. When a relationship ends or you get rejected, you will probably feel like there is this great big hole inside of you. You may feel like a black hole wants to suck all happiness out of your life. A lot of people make the mistake of immediately trying to fill that hole, because they cannot stand the feeling. Yes, it is going to hurt and you are going to feel empty for a while. Give yourself space. Cut off contact with the other person. Delete them from your phone so you are not tempted to drunk text them. Hide or block them on social media so you do not end up cyber-stalking them at two in the morning. Do not ask mutual friends how they are and what they are up to. The cleaner the break, the easier it will be for you to heal. Do not try to immediately fill the hole left by them. This is one of the big mistakes that people make when it comes to curing heartache. Jumping into a new relationship, trying to avoid the pain and empty feeling left by the previous one, does not actually work. There is a term for that kind of relationship; a rebound. Work through your feelings, or they will come back later on. Talk about it. You need to make sure that you have a support system for dealing with your pain. A strong support system of friends and family, and even a therapist, can help get you on your feet faster than anything else. They are not filling that hole that the person you loved did. They are helping make it easier to deal with that emptiness. Have a trusted friend or family member you can talk to, especially at odd times of night. Try to find a couple of people who can help be the emotional support that the other person used to be. Ask your friend(s) if you can reach out to them when you get the urge to talk to your ex. Journaling can be incredibly helpful. Not only is it a good way to get your feelings out, especially if you don't want to over-burden your friends, but it is also a good way to check your progress. Whether you create an online journal, or put pen to paper and keep a notebook. You will be able to see when you started thinking about the heartache less, or when you start to become interested in dating again (really interested, not just "filling in the hole" interested). Sometimes you also might need to talk to a licensed therapist. There is nothing wrong with needing some professional help! Taking the steps to freeing yourself from this past relationship is what is important. A therapist can give you a completely unbiased opinion of your feelings and how to move on. Get rid of any mementos. Hanging on to mementos is only going to slow down your recovery process. You do not need to ritually burn everything, especially if some items are still usable and could be given to someone who needed it. You do need to make sure it is out of your life. Depending on how the relationship ended, a ritual burning can release a lot of pent-up feelings. With each item, think of the memory you associate with it. Imagine putting that memory in a balloon full of helium. When you get rid of that item, imagine that balloon drifting away, never to trouble you again. Donating the physical items that are in good shape can be a great way to give closure and make you feel good. This way you can imagine the new memories that the items will make for someone else. Help someone in need. Helping someone who is struggling with pain, especially a pain similar to yours, can help you forget yourself for a moment. It also means that you are taking time away from in grief and self-pity. Make time to listen and help with the troubles of your friends. Let them know the friendship is a two-way street. Let them know that they can always talk to you and get help from you if they need it. Do some volunteering. Work at a homeless shelter or a food bank. Offer your time to the Big Brother/Big Sisters program or something similar. Allow yourself to fantasize. You are going to fantasize about that person coming back to you and telling you what a fool they were for letting you go. You are probably going to fantasize about being intimate with that person, about kissing them, and being close to them. That is totally normal. The more you try to shove away those fantasies, the more stuck they are going to be in your mind. When you are trying not to think about something, especially a self-imposed something, that is all you're going to think about. Focus your fantasies on things that do not inflame grief. Instead of dreaming about what the relationship could have been, imagine your ex doing good things for the community, or recommending you for a job. These constructive fantasies are much more possible, and far more helpful than imagining what could have been. Avoid things that trigger memories. Getting rid of mementos, as mentioned above, will help you avoid triggering memories. There are, however, other triggers that you should be mindful of. You are not going to always be able to avoid them, but doing your best not to seek out mental triggers will help you heal in the long run. Triggers can be anything from a song that was playing when you two started your relationship. Perhaps it will be the coffee shop where you spent so much time studying Latin together, or to even a smell that brings forth a memory. You may often encounter triggers. When you do, acknowledge the trigger and the memories it brings up, and then move on. Do not linger over the feelings and memories. For example, if you see a picture of the two of you when you are on Facebook, acknowledge the sadness and regret that you feel, turn your attention to something positive or neutral (like what you are wearing tomorrow, or the new kitty you are getting). Do not to try to avoid all triggers all the time. You cannot do that. What you need to try to do is minimize the things that will hurt you and be a reminder of the past. This way, you can get on with the healing process. Use music to help the healing. It turns out that music can have a therapeutic effect on any mood, and it can most certainly help your healing process. Put on some feel-good, up-beat songs and dance, sing, and dust the blues away. Science has shown that listening to them can trigger the release of endorphins, lifting your spirits and combating stress. Avoid sappy sad romantic songs. These will not trigger good chemicals in your brain. Instead, they will feed into your feelings of sadness and heartache. When you find yourself falling into a pit of sadness and anger, that's a good time to put on good tunes to help lift your spirits. Putting on dance music can couple the endorphins from listening to the music with endorphins from dancing. Distract yourself. After you have gotten over the initial grieving process and dealt with your emotions, you should spend some time distracting yourself. Maybe you have some hobbies you have been ignoring. Perhaps you feel like doing some baking or working on crossword puzzles. When your memories of the your ex start to bubble up, distract yourself with another thought or activity. Call your friend. Reach out to the friend who said to call whenever you needed to. Read a book you have been meaning to get to for a while. Put on a funny movie (an added bonus, because laughter can help with the healing). The less you think about your ex and your heartache, the easier the healing process will be. It takes work! It takes a conscious and deliberate effort into actually redirecting your thinking and avoiding thinking about your heartache. Do not take too many "painkillers". This will only mask the pain. Sometimes you really just need to take a break from the physical pain. Be careful, however, that you do not abuse these numbing routines. In the beginning, you really do need to deal with your feelings. "Painkillers" can be things like alcohol or drugs, but it can also be things like watching obsessive amounts of t.v. or never getting off the internet, or binging on comfort food. Change up your routine. Part of dealing with heartbreak is coping with a break in certain habits you have formed. By doing new things or changing how you do things, you will be paving the way for new habits. There will not be any room in this new life for the person who broke your heart. You do not have to do make huge changes to help shake yourself out of your old routines. Simply do things like go to the farmer's market on Saturdays instead of lying in bed. Try out some new music, or learn a new hobby like quilting or karate. It is best not to do something really drastic, unless you have weighed all the pros and cons. Especially avoid doing something drastic in the beginning of the healing process. Once you are further along and you want to show that you are changing, then it is a better time to do something like get a tattoo or chop all your hair off. If you can, try to get a little time off, so you can go on vacation. Even taking a weekend and heading somewhere new can give you a new perspective on life. Do not sabotage your healing. You are probably going to backslide, while on the road to healing. That is okay, it can be part of the process! There are some things that you can watch out for, to help keep that backsliding from setting you too far back. Be careful about the language that you use. When you use words like "terrible" or "awful" or "nightmare" you are going to be stuck viewing things through the negative. This will color your thoughts. If you cannot find the positive, then stick to neutral thoughts as much as possible. For example: instead of saying "This whole breakup is so horrible" say "This breakup has been really hard on me, but I am dealing my best to work through it." Do not put yourself in an embarrassing situation. Do not drive past your ex's house each night to see if they are dating someone new, do not drunk call or drunk text them. These things will make it harder to let go of the past. Remember that things change. People change, situations change. What you are feeling now is not what you are going to be feeling in a week, in a month, in a year. Eventually you will be able to look back on this time of your life without feeling physically ill. Avoid placing blame. Part of curing your heartache, of finding acceptance for how things happened, is to realize that blaming yourself or the other person simply is not useful. What happened happened and there is nothing you can do or say now to change that, so let the blame go. Try to feel some kindness towards them. Whatever they did or did not do, try to find some compassion for their issues, for what they are going through. It does not even mean you have to forgive them, but it does mean that you do not keep holding on to your anger at them. Likewise, do not place blame on yourself. Feel free to accept and deal with the things you did in the relationship that may have caused problems. Pledge to yourself to do better in the future. Just do not spend a lot of time agonizing over what went wrong. Know when you are ready to move on. Everyone heals at a different pace. There is no set time period for healing from heartache, but there are some signs that you are getting to a healthier place. Stop wondering if it is them calling every time a number pops up on your phone that you do not recognize. You have stopped fantasizing about them coming to their senses and begging your forgiveness on bended knee. You do not identify so much with songs and movies about heartbreak. You are finding that you enjoy reading and listening to things that do not deal with relationships at all. Find out who you are. One thing that tends to get left at the wayside in a relationship, and in the initial grieving stages, is who you are ! For a long time it has been about you as part of a partnership or couple. Then it is you as someone grieving the end of that partnership. Work on personal growth, internal and external. Get into shape, or change your look. These things can truly help to boost your confidence, which has probably taken a hit. Figure out what areas of your inner self need work. For example: you might have a bad temper, that causes you to act passive aggressively. Therefore, you would need to work on finding healthier ways to express that anger. Develop what makes you unique. When you spend so much time with another person and dealing with the breakup fall-out, you tend to focus less on important aspects of yourself. Reconnect with people and activities you did not have time for when you were in this relationship and dealing with the breakup. Try out new things. This can help introduce you to different people, people who have never met the person who caused you such heartache. People outside your regular circle of friends. Learning new things will help to keep your mind off the heartbreak and on the present. Avoid relapsing. Just as you do not want to sabotage your healing, you do not want to do things that make you relapse into the heartache. Sometimes you cannot avoid this, but you can minimize the risk. Do not let that person back into your life too soon, if at all. If you do, it can cause a resurgence of unhappiness and heartache. Sometimes being friends with an ex just is not possible. If you do relapse, do not panic. The work you have already done in getting over the heartache has not gone to waste. It will payoff. Do not give up. Everyone has to deal with setbacks, especially with this sort of thing. Do things you enjoy. Doing things that make you happy or that you enjoy help to ramp up the dopamine levels in your brain. This is a chemical that helps with happiness and lowering stress (which heartache can ramp up to eleven). Do things that you do not associate with your ex. Try out new things, or do things that you stopped doing when the two of you were together. Learn to be happy. People are attracted to happy people, because happy people make them feel happy. While you will not feel happy all the time, work on doing things you do enjoy and living a life that makes you happy. Give love. After a breakup and the long process of healing from heartache, you may find it difficult to open up to other people again. Do not allow what happened in the past to negatively affect what is in your present or in your future. Recognize that you might be hurt again if you open up, but that you should do it anyway. Closing yourself off is a surefire way to encourage issues with your health, both mental and physical. As well, it can sabotage future relationships and friendships if you stop trusting people. Learn to trust yourself. Don’t be discouraged! It is important to remember that healing from heartache is a process. It will not happen right away. You will have setbacks, you will encounter problems, and you will feel a wide range of less than enjoyable emotions. After all, you did give a piece of your heart away. The pain is proof you are human, made with compassion and imperfections like the rest of us. Encourage yourself by celebrating the small victories. If you realize you have gone an entire day without thinking about your ex, celebrate that with a celebratory drink or a cookie. | Allow yourself to grieve. Take it one day at a time. Detach. Talk about it. Get rid of any mementos. Help someone in need. Allow yourself to fantasize. Avoid things that trigger memories. Use music to help the healing. Distract yourself. Change up your routine. Do not sabotage your healing. Avoid placing blame. Know when you are ready to move on. Find out who you are. Avoid relapsing. Do things you enjoy. Give love. Don’t be discouraged! |
https://www.wikihow.com/Strengthen-Your-Acting-Skills | How to Strengthen Your Acting Skills | To strengthen your acting skills, study your favorite actors by watching their films and interviews, and then apply what you learn to your own acting. You can also read books on acting or study the stage directions, beats, and dialogues in plays to improve your skills. In addition to studying acting, try to practice as much as possible by doing things like acting out monologues, auditioning for local productions, and recording yourself performing. | Study acting. Like any skill or talent, improving your acting ability is a muscle that needs to be exercised if you want it to grow. Learning how to act from professionals in classes and workshops is one of the most important and effective ways to improve. You can find acting and improv classes in your city or at your college or university. Take classes that interest you and which will push you to improve. A professional acting coach or teacher will be able to guide you in proper technique and give you tools that better you as an actor. You can't always see what you're doing. But a teacher can. And your teacher will be able to help you make adjustments, learn the basics, and teach you how to mentally approach your craft. There are acting coaches and teachers who specialize in specific forms and can help you reach specific goals. If you want to learn to be better at auditioning on camera, you can find a teacher who will help you improve. Put yourself in the right mindset to learn. Don't think you are too good for classes. You're not. For most actors, your job isn't to be an actor. Your job is to learn and to audition. Read books on acting. In addition to getting on your feet and learning, reading and studying books on acting will help you improve your skills as an actor. Treat acting like any subject in school. You have to do your homework and study. Because when it comes to acting, the test is an audition. There are countless books for you to read on the subject of acting. Don't just grab the first one you see. Ask your teachers and coaches for recommendations. There are some books that have tremendous value like “Audition” by Michael Shurtleff. This book houses twelve guideposts that go way beyond just auditioning. The twelve guideposts in the book will show up in other books, in your technique, and in life. Read plays. Plays house a wealth of knowledge on acting. Plays will help you to understand how characters work and allow you to analyze the material. When you read plays pay attention to the stage directions, beats, and the dialogue. There is meaning in each part that can help you improve your skill. Notice the heightened nature of characters. In plays, characters have a heightened sense of purpose and reality. Whether it's Shakespeare or something modern. Each character has an ultimate objective, something to strive for. Every line, every action is a step toward reaching that goal. Take notes on what you think these tactics and objectives are. Use what you've learned from class and books to break down the scenes and the characters. Practice the scenes and monologues out loud. Doing these activities will allow you to begin to understand how to portray characters from a page on stage or in front of a camera. Take notes on the greats. Learn from your favorite actors. Watch interviews, read books on these actors, and study films the greats are in. The actors that have made it can be another great resource for you. Pay attention to how these actors convey emotion, react to something or someone. Notice how truly talented actors seem can be completely immersed in a moment and live it as if it were real. Then go back to your work and think about how you can do the same. "Inside the Actor's Studio" is a great source for watching interviews with actors. You can learn how these talented actors approached acting. The kinds of studying that took place. How an actor approaches a scene or character. Don't just try to imitate your favorite actors. But pay attention to what these people believe is valuable and useful. Then try to incorporate it into your own studies. Practice monologues. Monologues will help you get better at memorization, character study, and auditioning. If you're searching online for monologues, be wary of using ones that pop up when you search terms like "best monologues." Casting directors don't want to see you perform the same monologue that four other people have performed! Instead, maybe try using a monologue you like from one of the plays you've read. You should also probably avoid using an iconic monologue from a legendary performer, because you'll inevitably be compared to that actor. Go over your monologue and scan it. Meaning you should break down the beats, and know your objective. This is where the twelve guideposts come in handy. Find the places in your monologue where you can hit each one. Know where you are, who you are talking to, who you are, what you need, etc. If you truly want to improve your ability as an actor, you should have roughly four monologues. Have four that you practice frequently and have scanned and memorized. These are monologues that you could perform at any time with no preparation. You should have two that are humorous and two that are dramatic. One of each should be contemporary and the other classical. Audition for plays. Classes and studying acting is a great way to dissect and build your skill. But auditioning for shows is also extremely valuable to improving. When you audition you get to act in a way that will allow you to better understand where your skills lie. You'll see what you need to further work on. Auditions are important for not only getting your face and name out there; but for getting some practice in. An audition usually consists of cold reading a scene, performing a monologue, or both. Auditions will help you to get better at making decisions in a scene quickly and in the moment. You won't have a lot of time to scan your lines, but learning to operate well with that lack of time will help you grow. Go to as many auditions as you can. You can do a search in your area for theatre or film auditions and sign up. Or, ask your teachers where the best place to find auditions is. If an audition goes well and you get cast, then you know you are on a path that is helping you improve your skill. During your audition, treat it as if it's opening night. You should use everything you have to fully immerse yourself in the character and make strong choices. If making strong choices is hard for you, auditioning will help you improve that skill. Record yourself performing. Recording yourself can be a good exercise for identifying your quirks and pinpointing areas you need to improve on. Set up a camera and record yourself doing a monologue or a scene with a partner. You may not like how you look or how you sound, but that's ok. Take notes on what you are doing, how much or little you are moving, and if you believe your performance. Watching yourself perform with an objective eye can really show you what you need to work on. Perhaps you don't enunciate enough or you're always touching your face. Maybe your movements are too big and unrealistic. Write down the areas you want to improve. Then go back and try it again. Put up your own production. With so much technology and resources available to us, it's easy to create your own production, whether it's film or on stage. You can rent out a small theatre space and put up your own play or get some camera equipment and shoot a web series. Doing the work yourself will give you a new viewpoint on your craft. When you put up your own production you challenge yourself to do your best work. Having something that you've created and that others will see can help you develop your own style and become a better actor. You'll find through the process what you like and don't like. What works for you and what doesn't. And because it's on you, you know you won't slack off or phone it in. Meditate and explore your inner self. Meditating for a few minutes and allowing yourself to discover what makes you tick will help you connect to the characters you play. Meditating can also be a daily ritual that doesn't have to be done on the floor. It can be done through activities that fuel you and your artistic talents. Chances are, you're an artist because you felt a calling to it. Acting is a tough business that often has you running around trying to balance jobs that pay the bills with your art. Try taking some time every day to perform your monologue. Read a play or book. Or even watch your favorite movie. These can all be forms of self-discovery and exploration. Find what helps you stay connected to your creative process and not loose sight of your goals and love for the art. Practice cold readings. Grab another actor friend or anyone who will read with you and practice your cold readings. Cold readings are a big part of auditioning, as well as helping you to better your skill. When you practice cold reads, or perform one in an audition, there are a few things you should make strong decisions on: Relationship. Who is your scene partner to you (in the scene)? What do you need from this person? Always pick positives. Even if you hate this character, you love this character. Hate gives you nowhere to go. Love allows you to explore options. Conflict. Find the conflict in the scene. What is it that you and your partner are both fighting for? Only one of you can win. Practicing these cold reads will help you understand how to win using only what's on the page and within you. Place. Know where you are. Learn to visualize this place. Pick places that are real and that are familiar to you. It doesn't matter if your partner has a different place in mind. Having intimate knowledge and details in your mind of where you are will change how you behave in the space. Moment before. Every scene has a beginning. But something always happens off stage before this moment. Learn to decide with confidence what your character was doing before the moment on the page. Having a moment before will affect how you start the scene. It will allow you to act with a stronger choice at the top and inform your partner and the auditors that you didn't just flip on the lights when the scene started. Notate your lines. Going over your lines notating your discoveries and details like place, moment before, conflict, etc. will help you improve how you perform a scene. If a certain line reminds you of something from your own life, make a note of it. When you are performing you will be reminded of your own experience. This will allow you to draw on the feelings, body language, and emotions that you had. You can pour these elements into your scene. Make notes of what your objective in a scene is, and the lines that help you achieve it. For example, if you want your mother to make you a sandwich, note which lines help you achieve that goal. This will give your lines purpose and let you learn to mean what you say instead of just reciting words on a page. Make notes of what other characters say about your character, especially in scenes your character isn't in. This will give you insight into who your character is. What others say about you is true. You can use this knowledge to become your character and deliver a three-dimensional performance. This is known as given circumstances. The playwright has given you the facts about your character. You can then use these facts to inform your character. Use what you’ve learned in your work. To truly improve your acting skills you have to learn to incorporate everything you've learned into your process in a way that serves you. When taking classes and reading plays and books you will learn many different theories and methods. Not every one will work for you or be beneficial. But don't discount something until you've tried it. Formulate your own process using what you've learned. Apply it to everything from learning lines to performing. Over time, you will develop a process that allows you to dig deep and get the best results out of your work. To keep improving, you should be willing to adapt and change that process as you continue to learn. Use your knowledge and the skills you have for everything. Performing, taking classes, and studying are all ways that you can improve. Use what you have and what you know works and treat every audition, scene, or play as if it's the most important work you've ever done. Skimping on the process won't help you get better. Use your real life experiences to help you as well. As you get older and experience more of life, you'll have a larger bank of experiences which you can apply to a character. You'll be surprised at how a play you read five ago suddenly makes so much more sense and connects with you now. Use your own life to build three-dimensional characters. | Study acting. Read books on acting. Read plays. Take notes on the greats. Practice monologues. Audition for plays. Record yourself performing. Put up your own production. Meditate and explore your inner self. Practice cold readings. Notate your lines. Use what you’ve learned in your work. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Administer-Frontline-for-Cats | How to Administer Frontline for Cats | To administer Frontline to your cat, first remove its collar and break off the end of the applicator tube at the score line by snapping it away from your face. With the Frontline ready, hold your cat securely with one hand or ask a friend or family member to hold it so you can easily part the hair on the back of your cat's neck and expose the skin. Once the hair is parted, place the tip of the applicator on the skin and gently squeeze until it's empty. Make sure to apply some to the area between your cat's shoulder blades because your cat won't be able to paw or lick there. After you've applied the Frontline, avoid bathing your cat for 24 hours to keep it from washing off. | Ensure Frontline is right for your cat. You can use Frontline Plus on your cat if they are eight weeks old or older and weigh more than 2.2 lbs (1kg). Talk to your veterinarian before administering Frontline Plus to cats who have other medical problems, or cats that are aged, breeding, pregnant, nursing, or taking other medications. Always read the instructions for use before applying. If your cat has skin lesions or irritation, talk to your vet before applying Frontline Plus. Ready the Frontline Plus. If your cat is wearing a collar, remove it. Remove the applicator from the package. Holding the applicator upright, flick the neck to ensure the product is in the main body of the applicator, not the tip. Break off the end of the tube at the score line by snapping it away from your face and body. Apply the medication. Hold the cat securely so they cannot move. You might need a friend or family member to hold the cat for you while you apply Frontline Plus. Part the cat's hair on the back of their neck so the skin is exposed. Place the tip of the applicator on the cat's skin and gently squeeze the applicator until it is empty. Applying Frontline Plus to the area between the shoulder blades is important because that is an area out the cat's reach, where it will not be pawed at or licked off. Do not apply Frontline Plus to your cat's fur. The medicine is absorbed through the skin, and will not work if it only soaks the pet's fur. Follow appropriate aftercare guidelines. After you've administered Frontline Plus to your cat, do not allow the animal to go swimming or bathe for at least 24 hours. Frontline Plus is also flammable, so keep your cat away from open heat or flame for 24 hours after administering. Frontline might cause irritation at the application site. Don't worry if you see your cat itching or scratching immediately after using the medication; however, if itching or irritation persists, contact your veterinarian. Do not use Frontline Plus on your cat more than once per month. If you continue to have flea or tick infestations, re-apply the medication after one month. Use caution. Before applying Frontline Spray, put on latex or rubber gloves. Find a well-ventilated area to administer the spray. Wear a long-sleeved shirt to prevent the spray from getting on your skin. If you get the spray on your skin or clothing, take the clothing off and rinse your skin beneath running water for about 15 minutes. If you get it in your eyes, rinse your eyes under running water for about 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after five minutes. Call your doctor for further treatment. Do not use the spray on cats younger than eight weeks old. After spraying your cat, keep them away from intense heat or open flame, since the medicated spray is flammable. Select the dose rate. The dose rate is either short, medium, or high. Knowing the dose rate your cat needs will help you decide how many pumps of the Frontline Spray to apply. Use a low dose rate (six pumps of a 100 milliliter spray per kilogram of the cat's body weight, or two pumps of a 250 milliliter spray per kilogram of the cat's body weight) when your cat has short, fine fur, healthy skin, and few or no fleas. Use a medium dose (nine pumps of a 100 milliliter spray per kilogram of the cat's body weight, or three pumps of a 250 milliliter spray per kilogram of the cat's body weight) if your cat has short or medium-thick fur or a moderate flea population. Use a high dose (12 pumps of a 100 milliliter spray per kilogram of the cat's body weight, or four pumps of a 250 milliliter spray per kilogram of the cat's body weight) when the cat has lots of fleas, thick or long fur, hypersensitivity to fleas, or has ticks. Determine the number of sprays your cat needs. The number of sprays you'll use depends on the size of your cat and the size of your Frontline Spray bottle. You can determine the exact number of sprays your cat will need by consulting the chart located beneath the pull-away label on your bottle of Frontline Spray. Larger cats will need more Frontline Spray. Cats getting sprayed with the larger (250 milliliter) bottle will need fewer sprays than a cat of equal weight getting sprayed with the smaller (100 milliliter) bottle. Spray the cat. Hold the cat still by grabbing them by the scruff of their neck. Ruffle the cat's fur with the hand that is not holding the spray bottle to ensure the spray reaches the cat's skin. With the nozzle about three inches (five centimeters) from the cat's body, spray the requisite number of pumps onto the cat by depressing the handle on the squeezable bottle. Spray evenly across their body so as not to apply an excessive amount to just one spot. Rotate the nozzle clockwise to deliver Frontline in a cone of spray. Rotate the nozzle counterclockwise to deliver the spray in a more concentrated way. Start at the back of the neck and work your way down the length of the cat's body. Ensure that the cat's head, body, legs, chest, and tail all receive the spray. Do not spray the medicine directly in the cat's face, ears, or eyes. To apply Frontline Spray to a cat's face, spray a bit on your glove or onto a cloth, then gently apply it to the face, taking care to avoid the eyes and ears. You might want a friend or family member to restrain the cat while you administer the spray. Hold the cat still for a few minutes after administering the spray until it dries. Identify how long to wait before treating your cat again. If your cat has ticks, you should administer Frontline Spray once every four weeks. If your cat has hypersensitivity to fleas or is sporting a high flea population, you should also apply Frontline Spray once every four weeks. If your cat is getting a low or medium dose of spray, you can administer it in slightly longer intervals of six weeks before giving your cat another dose. Limit your cat’s outdoor time. When cats wander about outdoors — especially when they encounter strange cats or dogs — the likelihood that they will contract fleas or ticks increases. But even extended time alone in their own backyard can increase your cat's risk for fleas and ticks, since these bugs can be found anywhere, especially during spring, summer, and fall. Feed your pet supplements. Keeping your pet healthy with a well-balanced diet and good nutrition gives them healthy skin that could help control flea infestations. Vitamins C and B are the most effective at keeping your cat's skin healthy. Feed your cat a chewable vitamin B or C (available at your local pet store), or add a liquid vitamin supplement to their water. Avoid feeding your cat meaty cat foods, as these are usually made with low-quality meats that are unfit for human consumption. You could also add a spoonful of coconut oil to your cat's food or water to keep their skin healthy. Check your cat regularly for fleas and ticks. After your cat comes back inside, part their fur and look for small brown or black spots that could be bugs. Pay attention to prolonged scratching, chewing, or licking behavior that might indicate the presence of fleas or ticks. After walking about outside, you should also check your clothing for fleas and ticks to avoid bringing them in with you. Wash your cat regularly. After drying them, comb them thoroughly with a flea comb to remove potential bugs. Place any fleas you find in a jar, then seal the jar and place it in the freezer to kill them. | Ensure Frontline is right for your cat. Ready the Frontline Plus. Apply the medication. Follow appropriate aftercare guidelines. Use caution. Select the dose rate. Determine the number of sprays your cat needs. Spray the cat. Identify how long to wait before treating your cat again. Limit your cat’s outdoor time. Feed your pet supplements. Check your cat regularly for fleas and ticks. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Trick-Paper-Airplane | How to Make a Trick Paper Airplane | To make a trick paper airplane, start by folding an 8 and a half by 11 inch piece of paper in half lengthwise. Then, unfold the paper and fold the top 2 corners down to the center crease. Next, fold the new top corner down to the bottom edge you created in the previous step. Finally, fold the paper in half lengthwise one more time and fold the bottom edge on each side up to the creased fold at the top. | Fold an 8 ½ in x 11 in (21.5 cm by 28 cm) piece of paper in half lengthwise. Using plain printer paper is best -- if you pick paper that is thicker, it will fall too easily, and if you pick thinner paper, it won't be able to gather enough momentum to really fly. After you fold the paper, run your finger along the crease to secure it. Unfold the piece of paper. Just unfold the piece of paper the same way you folded it. Make sure the crease is prominent and runs all the way down the paper. Fold the top two corners to create two triangles that meet at the crease. You should create two similar right triangles with edges that meet right along the line of the crease. They should be as close to the same size as possible. Fold the top corner to the bottom of the folded part of the paper. The tip of the top corner should move down to touch the bottom of the edges where the two triangles meet. Fold the paper in half lengthwise again. Fold the paper in half lengthwise just as you did in the beginning. Fold it along the same crease. You can reinforce the crease again, if you like. Fold the wings over. Once the paper is folded in half, grab one side by the outer edge of the diagonal part and fold it over toward the middle crease, so that you see a small triangle with a bottom edge that touches the middle crease. Turn the paper over and do the same on the other side. You will create a long, rectangular shape with triangles on either side of the plane. Try to make the handle.4 inches (1 cm) long at most. Hold the airplane by the handle and fly it. Grab the airplane by the handle in the middle and gently throw it upward. You'll see that this plane creates loops instead of flying straight ahead. Keep playing with it -- experiment to see how throwing the plane faster or slower affects the movements of the plane. Fold an 8 ½ in x 11 in (21.5 cm by 28 cm) piece of paper in half lengthwise. Using plain printer paper for this trick paper airplane is best. If you pick paper that is thicker, it will fall too easily, and if you pick thinner paper, it won't be able to gather enough momentum to really fly. It's important to be precise when you try to fold the paper exactly in half. After you're done, run your finger along the crease to make sure that it's secure. Unfold the piece of paper. Once you've secured the crease, just unfold the paper in the same exact way that you folded it. You'll be left with a piece of paper with a vertical crease running down its center. Fold the top two outer corners inwards. This will create two triangles that meet along the middle crease of the plane. Running your fingers along the outer edges of the triangles will reinforce the folds. Fold the top corner down. Take the top corner of the paper and fold it down along the line created by the bottom edges of the two triangles. You'll be creating a mirror image of the top triangle over this line. You'll have a triangle with a corner that is pointing downward instead of upward. Fold the top two corners over so that they meet about an inch (2.5 cm) above the bottom flap. The bottom corner of the big triangle should still be peeking below the folds created by the top two corners. Just the tips of the triangles created by the top two corners should meet an inch (2.5 cm) above the bottom corner of the big triangle below them. Fold the little flap up. Just take the little flap below the two folded triangles and fold it upward, above the little space where the two triangles met. Make sure that the creases on the sides of the airplane are nice and firm after you do this by running your finger along their edges. Fold the plane lengthwise in the opposite direction. Fold the plane lengthwise in the opposite direction of the way you folded it in the beginning. You should be able to see the little triangles you created on the outer sides of the plane after this fold. Fold each wing down so its bottom edges run about ½ in (1.25 cm) below the bottom edges of the plane. Fold one wing down so that it gradually slopes downward, with the thickest part of the wing being at the bottom and falling below the bottom edge of the plane. Then, fold the other wing down the same way to meet the first wing. This will make the plane as aerodynamic as it can be and can make it fly long distances and loop in the air. Fly the plane. Grab the handle of the plane and gently throw it upwards and watch it glide long distances and spin in the air. Make an incredibly fast paper airplane. This plane can glide faster than lightening if you fold it correctly. Make a loop de loop paper airplane. This plane will do the loop de loop trick every time. All you need is some paper, throwing technique, and a stapler. Make the Stunt King paper airplane. This paper plane can cover a great distance while performing a variety of tricks. Make a boomerang airplane. Make an airplane that will return to you like a boomerang. | Fold an 8 ½ in x 11 in (21.5 cm by 28 cm) piece of paper in half lengthwise. Unfold the piece of paper. Fold the top two corners to create two triangles that meet at the crease. Fold the top corner to the bottom of the folded part of the paper. Fold the paper in half lengthwise again. Fold the wings over. Hold the airplane by the handle and fly it. Fold an 8 ½ in x 11 in (21.5 cm by 28 cm) piece of paper in half lengthwise. Unfold the piece of paper. Fold the top two outer corners inwards. Fold the top corner down. Fold the top two corners over so that they meet about an inch (2.5 cm) above the bottom flap. Fold the little flap up. Fold the plane lengthwise in the opposite direction. Fold each wing down so its bottom edges run about ½ in (1.25 cm) below the bottom edges of the plane. Fly the plane. Make an incredibly fast paper airplane. Make a loop de loop paper airplane. Make a boomerang airplane. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Find-the-Least-Common-Denominator | How to Find the Least Common Denominator | One way to find the least common denominator (LCD) of two or more fractions is by listing the factors of each denominator, which are all of the whole numbers that divide evenly into that number. Then, identify the greatest common factor between the two denominators. To use this number to find the LCD, multiply the two denominators together and divide that number by the greatest common factor. For example, for ⅜ and 5/12, the greatest common factor is 4, and the two denominators multiplied are 96. 96 divided by four is 24, which is the LCD. | List the multiples of each denominator. Make a list of several multiples for each denominator in the equation. Each list should consist of the denominator numeral multiplied by 1, 2, 3, 4, and so on. Example: 1/2 + 1/3 + 1/5 Multiples of 2: 2 * 1 = 2; 2 * 2 = 4; 2 * 3 = 6; 2 * 4 = 8; 2 * 5 = 10; 2 * 6 = 12; 2 * 7 = 14; etc. Multiples of 3: 3 * 1 = 3; 3 * 2 = 6; 3 *3 = 9; 3 * 4 = 12; 3 * 5 = 15; 3 * 6 = 18; 3 * 7 = 21; etc. Multiples of 5: 5 * 1 = 5; 5 * 2 = 10; 5 * 3 = 15; 5 * 4 = 20; 5 * 5 = 25; 5 * 6 = 30; 5 * 7 = 35; etc. Identify the lowest common multiple. Scan through each list and mark any multiples that are shared by all of the original denominators. After identifying the common multiples, identify the lowest multiple common to all the denominators. Note that if no common multiple exists at this point, you may need to continue writing out multiples until you eventually come across a shared multiple. This method is easier to use when small numbers are present in the denominator. In this example, the denominators only share one multiple and it is 30: 2 * 15 = 30 ; 3 * 10 = 30 ; 5 * 6 = 30 The LCD = 30 Rewrite the original equation. In order to change each fraction in the equation so that it remains true to the original equation, you will need to multiply each numerator (the top of the fraction) and denominator by the same factor used to multiply the corresponding denominator when reaching the LCD. Example: (15/15) * (1/2); (10/10) * (1/3); (6/6) * (1/5) New equation: 15/30 + 10/30 + 6/30 Solve the rewritten problem. After finding the LCD and changing the fractions accordingly, you should be able to solve the problem without further difficulty. Remember to simplify the fraction at the end. Example: 15/30 + 10/30 + 6/30 = 31/30 = 1 1/30 List all of the factors of each denominator. The factors of a number are all of the whole numbers that are evenly divisible into that number. The number 6 has four factors: 6, 3, 2, and 1. (Every number has a factor of 1, because every number can be evenly divided by 1.) For example: 3/8 + 5/12. Factors of 8: 1, 2, 4, and 8 Factors of 12: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 12 Identify the greatest common factor between both denominators. Once you have listed the factors of each denominator, circle all of the common factors. The largest of the common factors is the greatest common factor (GCF) that will be used to continue solving the problem. In our example, 8 and 12 share the factors 1, 2, and 4. The greatest common factor is 4. Multiply the denominators together. In order to use the greatest common factor to solve the problem, you must first multiply the two denominators together. Continuing our example: 8 * 12 = 96 Divide this product by the GCF. After finding the product of the two denominators, divide that product by the GCF you found previously. This number will be your least common denominator (LCD). Example: 96 / 4 = 24 Divide the LCD by the original denominator. To determine the multiple needed to make the denominators equal, divide the LCD you determined by the original denominator. Multiply the numerator and the denominator of each fraction by this number. The denominators should now both be equal to the LCD. Example: 24 / 8 = 3; 24 / 12 = 2 (3/3) * (3/8) = 9/24; (2/2) * (5/12) = 10/24 9/24 + 10/24 Solve the rewritten equation. With the LCD found, you should be able to add and subtract the fractions in the equation without further difficulty. Remember to simplify the fraction at the end, if possible. Example: 9/24 + 10/24 = 19/24 Break each denominator into prime numbers. Factor each denominator digit into a series of prime numbers that multiply together to make that number. Prime numbers are numbers that cannot be divided by any other number. Example: 1/4 + 1/5 + 1/12 Prime factorization of 4: 2 * 2 Prime factorization of 5: 5 Prime factorization of 12: 2 * 2 * 3 Count the number of times each prime appears in each factorization. Tally up the number of times that each prime number appears in the factorization of each denominator digit. Example: There are two 2's in 4; zero 2's in 5; two 2's in 12 There are zero 3's in 4 and 5; one 3 in 12 There are zero 5's in 4 and 12; one 5 in 5 Take the largest count for each prime. Identify the largest number of times you used each prime number for any of the denominators and note that count. Example: The largest count of 2 is two; the largest of 3 is one; the largest of 5 is one Write that prime as many times as you counted in the previous step. Do not write out the number of times each prime number appeared throughout all the original denominators. Only write out the largest count, as determined in the previous step. Example: 2, 2, 3, 5 Multiply all the prime numbers written in this manner. Multiply the prime numbers together as they appeared in the previous step. The product of these numbers equals the LCD for the original equation. Example: 2 * 2 * 3 * 5 = 60 LCD = 60 Divide the LCD by the original denominator. To determine the multiple needed to make the denominators equal, divide the LCD you determined by the original denominator. Multiply the numerator and the denominator of each fraction by this number. The denominators should now both be equal to the LCD. Example: 60/4 = 15; 60/5 = 12; 60/12 = 5 15 * (1/4) = 15/60; 12 * (1/5) = 12/60; 5 * (1/12) = 5/60 15/60 + 12/60 + 5/60 Solve the rewritten equation. With the LCD found, you should be able to add and subtract the fractions as usual. Remember to simplify the fraction at the end, if possible. Example: 15/60 + 12/60 + 5/60 = 32/60 = 8/15 Convert each integer and mixed number into an improper fraction. Convert mixed numbers into improper fractions by multiplying the integer by the denominator and adding the numerator to the product. Convert integers into improper fractions by placing the integer over a denominator of “1.” Example: 8 + 2 1/4 + 2/3 8 = 8/1 2 1/4; 2 * 4 + 1 = 8 + 1 = 9; 9/4 Rewritten equation: 8/1 + 9/4 + 2/3 Find the least common denominator. Implement any of the methods used for finding the LCD of common fractions, as explained in the previous method sections. Note that for this example, we will be using the “listing multiples” method, in which a list of multiples is created for each denominator and the LCD is identified from these lists. Note that you do not need to create a list of multiples for 1 since any number multiplied by 1 equals itself; in other words, every number is a multiple of 1. Example: 4 * 1 = 4; 4 * 2 = 8; 4 * 3 = 12 ; 4 * 4 = 16; etc. 3 * 1 = 3; 3 * 2 = 6; 3 * 3 = 9; 3 * 4 = 12 ; etc. The LCD = 12 Rewrite the original equation. Instead of multiplying the denominator alone, you must multiply the entire fraction by the digit required for changing the original denominator into the LCD. Example: (12/12) * (8/1) = 96/12; (3/3) * (9/4) = 27/12; (4/4) * (2/3) = 8/12 96/12 + 27/12 + 8/12 Solve the equation. With the LCD determined and the original equation changed to reflect the LCD, you should be able to add and subtract without difficulty. Remember to simplify the fraction at the end, if possible. Example: 96/12 + 27/12 + 8/12 = 131/12 = 10 11/12 | List the multiples of each denominator. Identify the lowest common multiple. Rewrite the original equation. Solve the rewritten problem. List all of the factors of each denominator. Identify the greatest common factor between both denominators. Multiply the denominators together. Divide this product by the GCF. Divide the LCD by the original denominator. Solve the rewritten equation. Break each denominator into prime numbers. Count the number of times each prime appears in each factorization. Take the largest count for each prime. Write that prime as many times as you counted in the previous step. Multiply all the prime numbers written in this manner. Divide the LCD by the original denominator. Solve the rewritten equation. Convert each integer and mixed number into an improper fraction. Find the least common denominator. Rewrite the original equation. Solve the equation. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Introduce-Yourself | How to Introduce Yourself | If you need to introduce yourself in a social situation, make eye contact with the other person. Offer a genuine, bright smile, and a culturally appropriate greeting like a handshake or a hug. Tell the person your name and ask for theirs, then repeat their name to help you remember it. Ask questions to learn more about the other person, like where they are from or what they do for a living, to make your meeting more personal. You can also tell them a little bit about yourself if you like. End the conversation by telling the person it was nice to meet them. | Make eye contact. Eye contact shows that you're engaged in the interaction. Eye contact is one way to connect with another human and show that the other person has your attention. When you make eye contact, it shows that you are open and engaged. If you're not comfortable looking straight into someone's eyes, stare at the point between the eyebrows; she won't notice the difference. If you're in a group setting, make periodic eye contact with those around you. Smile. It is important to keep a genuine, bright smile when you meet a new person. Be genuinely happy to meet someone new and to share a positive experience and it will help create a genuine smile. Including the upper part of your face in your smile creates a more genuine and less fabricated smile. Use appropriate body language. Your body language should communicate that you are confident and at ease. Stand with your head high and your back straight, being careful not to slouch. Mirror the body language of people around you. Also mirror the pace of speech and tone of speech of those near you to build rapport. Exchange names. If the introduction is formal, say "Hello, I'm [first name][last name]." If it's informal, say "Hi, I'm [first name]. Immediately after you've stated your name, ask for the other person's name by saying "What's your name?" in a pleasant tone. When you learn the other person's name, repeat it by saying "It's a pleasure to meet you, Pedro" or "Nice to meet you, Caroline." Repeating the person's name will help you remember it, and give the introduction a more personal touch. Offer a handshake or other culturally appropriate greeting. Most cultures have a form of physical contact to accompany a greeting. In the United States, it is often a handshake. Be sure to keep the handshake brief and not too loose (floppy) or firm (bone-breaking). Be aware of cultural differences. For instance, it is considered rude to firmly shake hands in China. It is often appropriate to greet with a hug, especially if you're meeting a friend of a friend or an in-law. Hugs show more openness than a handshake. Women more often than men may prefer a hug to a handshake. In many cultures, it is culturally appropriate to greet with a kiss. In South America, for instance, all women are greeted with one kiss, and in France, women are greeted with one kiss on each cheek. If you are unsure of the appropriate greeting, follow the other person's lead or watch how other people greet around you. Ask questions. It's important to show interest in the other person. Ask where she is from, what she does for a living, or ask about any common bonds you may have. Ask about what she loves to do and the passions she has in life. Show that you are engaged and interested in what she has to say. You may tell a little bit of your background in order to engage conversation and share about yourself. Telling someone where you work or that you love rock climbing is appropriate and may lead to more conversation topics. Don't take the opportunity to talk only about yourself. You will come across as selfish or uninteresting . Close the conversation. After you've met someone for the first time, you should end the conversation by restating that you enjoyed meeting. If the interaction was formal, say something like "Mrs. Castro, I'm delighted to have met you. I hope we can talk again soon." If your conversation was informal, you can say "It was great meeting you, Harold. Hope to see you around." Greet the audience and state your name. If you're giving a speech, it's important to state your first and last name. As you say hello and give your name, remember to speak clearly and confidently. Say, "Good morning, I'm Chelle Arnold" or "How is everyone doing today? My name is Lisa Carroll". Share some relevant information about yourself. After you provide your name, share why you and the speech are relevant, making sure you provide your credibility. The sort of information you share will depend on the audience and the subject you'll be talking about. If you're giving a speech about the importance of eating organic foods, tell people that you're a scientist, chef, or environmental professional. If you're giving a speech about child development, be sure to include that you are a child psychologist. Provide any other relevant information. For instance, you can provide a brief background of your credible experience. “My name is Erica Lafaurie and I am a professor of environmental science at Berkeley. After I conducted my research in the Amazon rainforest, I realized how important it is to share ways to protect this land.” Communicate effectively. From the very start, make sure your voice is loud enough for everyone to hear you. Avoid mumbling by enunciating your consonants crisply. You can even ask the audience if you are speaking loudly enough for all to hear. People will not be able to understand you or respect what you are sharing if they cannot hear you. Move your body. Stand with good posture, and move freely while you speak. Stand up tall, move your shoulders back instead of slouching, and keep your hands free, using them to gesture when necessary. If you don't have to stand behind a podium, then walk around to show the crowd how comfortable you are and to make yourself look less stiff. Say your full name. Make sure you provide your full name so that the person can remember your name. You can say, "Hi, my name is Mark Salazar," or "Hello, I'm Angela Grace," and they'll be more likely to remember you. Give a one-sentence description of what you do. If you're at a networking event, then it's likely that you'll be talking about what you do to a variety of people. So, what do you say when a new connection asks, "What is it that you do?" Do you launch into a ten-minute story about your career path? Do you reel off a list of your accomplishments in your field? Absolutely not. Unless you're having a more lengthy conversation, you should be prepared to give a one-sentence description of what you do that gives the following information: Who are you, professionally? Are you a teacher, a project manager, or a health care professional? Who do you work with? Do you work with children, cross-cultural project teams, or micro-finance organizations? What do you do? Do you help second-grade children develop their writing skills, do you help cross-cultural teams meet complete their goals while keeping their budgets, or do you help microfinance organizations expand their market base in developing countries? Now, put your sentence together. State who you are, who you work with, and what you do. Respect people’s space. If you have items, don't place them on recruiter's or presenter's tables. Respect their space and don't overwhelm them. You can also disrupt their materials, such as knocking over a poster or messing up pamphlets. Wait to be asked to exchange business cards, resumes, etc. Follow up with a question. If the person has asked you what you do first, don't just walk away and praise yourself for a job well done. Instead, ask the person what he or she does in return. This is not only polite, but shows that you have a real interest in this person's career path and want to build a meaningful connection. Say goodbye like a professional. Don't just wave and say, "Nice meeting you" and walk away from the person. Anyone you meet at a networking event can have the potential to help you in the future, so make sure that you make eye contact, repeat the person's name, and exchange business cards or any other pieces of relevant information before you walk away. | Make eye contact. Smile. Use appropriate body language. Exchange names. Offer a handshake or other culturally appropriate greeting. Ask questions. Close the conversation. Greet the audience and state your name. Share some relevant information about yourself. Communicate effectively. Move your body. Say your full name. Give a one-sentence description of what you do. Respect people’s space. Follow up with a question. Say goodbye like a professional. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Cut-PVC-Pipe | How to Cut PVC Pipe | To cut PVC pipe, start by clamping it down with a vise so it doesn't slip when you're cutting it. Then, mark where you want to cut the pipe with a permanent marker. Next, grab a hacksaw and place the teeth of the saw on the line you marked. When you're ready, saw back and forth with the hacksaw until you've cut through the pipe. If you don't have a hacksaw, you can also use a miter saw. | Clamp the pipe into place with a vise. The most basic and most widely used tool in cutting pipe, PVC or otherwise, would be the hacksaw. It's still important to secure the PVC in place using a vise, to avoid letting it slip around and risk cutting yourself with a glancing swipe of the blade. Be extremely careful and take the necessary precautions in clamping the pipe into the place. You could also use another type of work clamp to just secure the pipe into place on your workbench, rather than using a vise. Use what's available. Clamp it a few inches away from the cut to give yourself ample clearance. If possible, you can clamp on both sides of your cut, but having one clamp a few inches from intended cut line will make it plenty secure. Mark your PVC where the cut is required. Use a permanent marker to clearly indicate where on the pipe you're going to cut. Don't worry about whether or not the ink will stay on, you can wipe it off later with some rubbing alcohol if you're feeling cosmetic. Seat the teeth into the pipe. Place the hacksaw onto the mark and hold the handle firmly, then use your other hand to push down on the top of the saw, seating the teeth into the pipe. You want to start in the right place, and doing this will help to ensure that you don't start off with some raggedy swipes of the saw. Saw through the pipe firmly. Start sawing, keeping sure to watch closely as you cut and don't let the saw drift from the mark that you made originally. Saw fast enough to keep the cut going, but not so fast the teeth jump over the cut your'e making. You should be able to cut through PVC relatively quickly. Get a plastic pipe cutter. There are two kinds of PVC pipe cutters: scissor style and ratcheting style. Scissor style pipe cutters are ideal for 1/2” to 1” PVC pipe, but are sometimes too difficult to use even for pipe that big. It's recommended instead that you use a ratcheting plastic pipe cutter, ideal for larger sized pipes and also effective for smaller. It's much safer and more reliable. The arm strength necessary to use scissor-style cutters is sometimes a little extreme, and it would be easier to just use a saw of some kind. Investing in a ratchet style cutter will make your job a whole lot easier. Place the pipe into the half-moon shaped lower part of the cutter. Pipe-cutters have an open rounded edge to seat the pipe into, and a blade that will extend as you squeeze the trigger on the handle. Mark where you want the cut to be made, then seat the pipe in the mouth of the cutter to start cutting. Ratchet the blade down onto the pipe. Squeeze the hand-grip trigger on the handle of the pipe cutter to extend the blade and cut the pipe in half. Use your other hand to hold the pipe steady as it's cut. You shouldn't have to work very hard. Consider using a miter box and saw for more specific cuts. A miter saw can be used for PVC projects that require many specific, detailed cuts. Use a tooth-count saw appropriate to the cutting job and the saws available. When in doubt, go with something like a standard 10 Tooth per-inch (TPI) wood blade, which comes with most miter saws. It'll depend on the particular brand and style of saw that you've got, though. Place the PVC pipe under the blade where you need your cut. Miter boxes are the easiest things in the world to use, since you've got the cut-lines pre marked alongside the box for you. You won't be able to miss. Secure the pipe with a work clamp. Start the blade and bring it down at a fairly slow to medium speed. Once cut, the process can be repeated with ease, making additional cuts in the pipe as necessary. | Clamp the pipe into place with a vise. Mark your PVC where the cut is required. Seat the teeth into the pipe. Saw through the pipe firmly. Get a plastic pipe cutter. Place the pipe into the half-moon shaped lower part of the cutter. Ratchet the blade down onto the pipe. Consider using a miter box and saw for more specific cuts. Place the PVC pipe under the blade where you need your cut. Secure the pipe with a work clamp. |
https://www.wikihow.pet/Identify-a-Ragdoll-Cat | How to Identify a Ragdoll Cat | To identify a ragdoll cat, check to see if the cat has blue eyes, since all ragdoll cats have them. Additionally, see if it's body is lighter in color than its face, legs, and tail, as this is another key feature of ragdoll cats. You should also consider the cat's size since ragdoll cats tend to be larger than most cats. than most other cats. Alternatively, you'll be able to identify a ragdoll cat by its docile personality, as it enjoys playing interactive games but usually remains calm. | Look for blue eyes. According to the breed standards for Ragdoll cats, all examples of this breed must have bright blue eyes. If you see a cat without blue eyes, it is not a true Ragdoll cat. Some breeders advertise non-blue-eyed variations of the Ragdoll breed. However, this variant is not accepted by any major Ragdoll association and isn't included in the written Breed Standard for Ragdoll cats. Identify the pointed coloring. Ragdoll cats can come in a variety of colors and patterns; however, the accepted breed standard establishes that these cats must exhibit the pointed breed characteristics to be included. This means that the cat's body will be lighter in color than the points of its body – the face, ears, tail, and legs. Ragdolls come in four main patterns: bi-color, van, mitted, and colorpoint. These patterns also appear in six major colors – seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream – while the points can be solid, lynx, tortie, or torbie. Colorpoint ragdolls have the classic “pointed” markings and no white anywhere in their coat. Mitted Ragdolls have white feet in the front, white boots all the way up and around the hocks in the back, a white chin, and belly stripe. Mitted Ragdolls may also have a blaze, star, or hourglass patch of white on their forehead and nose. Bi-colors usually have more white – their paws, underbodies, chest, and an upside-down 'V' marking on their faces are white. Only their tails, ears, and the outer part of their masks show the darker markings. In the Van pattern, only the top of the mask, ears, and tail, and perhaps a few spots on the body, show darker markings. Notice the size of the cat. Ragdoll cats are typically quite large cats when compared to other breeds. They aren't necessarily overweight cats (though they are often prone to overeating and gaining a larger belly); even the fittest Ragdoll cats are large in size and shape. Adult male Ragdolls usually weigh around 15 to 20 pounds, while adult females typically weigh 10-15 pounds. Check the texture of the coat. Despite the fluffy, luxurious coat most Ragdoll cats have, they actually don't shed very much. Their fur is medium long and requires very little grooming. Because of the soft nature of the Ragdoll's coat, what shedding does occur is quite easy to clean up, as it typically just sits on the surface of fabrics rather than working its way into the material. During shedding season, it is possible for Ragdoll fur to become a bit matted under the armpits. Notice the cat’s docile personality. Ragdoll cats are calm and easy to get along with. They enjoy playing interactive games with their owners – like fetch and following their owners around the house – but generally avoid the wild, destructive behavior other breeds often engage in. If your cat seems like a hyperactive kitten all the time, it probably is not a member of the Ragdoll breed. Check if the cat gets along well with children and other animals. Most Ragdoll cats are very calm and easily adapt to households with children and other animals. Due to their docile nature, Ragdolls can quite easily integrate into new situations, especially if they are raised around young children or other pets from the beginning. It is not uncommon for children to “lug” their Ragdoll friend around the house. This breed tolerates this kind of treatment very well. See if the cat is affectionate. Ragdoll cats are known for being very affectionate and cuddly. They are lap cats who enjoy being held and spend much of their time napping on or near their owners. Ragdolls are notorious for going slightly limp when being picked up (hence the name Ragdoll), and even love being cradled on their backs like a baby. Ragdoll cats typically prefer the company of their owners and will seek them out most of the time. Your Ragdoll cat will want to be near you. Consult a reputable breeder. If you want to be sure that your cat is a Ragdoll cat, try to work with reputable breeders who are supported by the Ragdoll cat community. There are plenty of associations dedicated to the love and care of Ragdoll cats, and these groups can recommend reputable breeders to you. Try the Ragdoll Fanciers Club International, Ragdoll Kittens, or Rock Creek Ranch Ragdoll Cattery. Check for documentation. Most reputable Ragdoll breeders will have documentation that certifies them as members of reputable Ragdoll breeder associations. These forms authorize them to breed and sell acknowledged Ragdoll cats and kittens. They should also be able to provide you with a certificate of authenticity regarding your Ragdoll cat. Ask your veterinarian. If you are still wondering whether or not your cat is a member of the Ragdoll breed, you should contact your veterinarian and ask for advice. Your vet can help you assess the cat's features and characteristics and determine the cat's breed based on their expert knowledge. Your vet may even be able to perform a DNA test on your cat to determine its breed. | Look for blue eyes. Identify the pointed coloring. Notice the size of the cat. Check the texture of the coat. Notice the cat’s docile personality. Check if the cat gets along well with children and other animals. See if the cat is affectionate. Consult a reputable breeder. Check for documentation. Ask your veterinarian. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-a-Gun | How to Clean a Gun | Before you clean a gun, remove the magazine and double-check that there isn't a round in the chamber or stuck in the barrel. Once the gun is unloaded, disassemble the gun according to the manufacturer's instructions, being sure to work in a ventilated area. Wrap a solvent-soaked patch around a cleaning rod and push it all the way through the barrel, then alternate the bore brush and patches to scrub the barrel until it's clean. Dry and lubricate the barrel, then clean and lubricate the action with the gun brush. Finally, wipe down the rest of your gun with a luster cloth. | Get a cleaning kit. Whether you purchase a pre-assmebled cleaning kit from a sporting goods store or you assemble the necessary components individually, you'll need a few basic things to have in your arsenal of cleaning supplies. A basic set includes: Cleaning solvent Lubricant, or gun oil A bore brush A patch holder and patches Cleaning rod A nylon cleaning brush Flashlight Cotton swabs Microfiber cloths for polishing Unload your gun. Always take the time to properly unload your gun and double-check to make sure that it's unloaded every time you pick it up to clean it. Remember that your gun may still have a round ready to fire after you remove the magazine, so check and remove this round. After opening the chamber, look through the barrel from back to front. Confirm that no round remains inside, either in the chamber or stuck in the barrel. No gun can be considered unloaded until you have looked through the barrel. Disassemble your gun only as much as the manufacturer recommends. Check the owner's manual for disassembly instructions to prepare the gun for cleaning. This will allow you to access all parts that become dirty from firing. Semi-automatic pistols and rifles will generally be stripped into their major components: barrel, slide, guide rod, frame and magazine. Revolvers, shotguns, and most other sorts of guns will not need to be stripped to clean them. Field stripping is not necessary to clean the gun thoroughly. Don't take apart your gun more than you have to unless it requires repair. Likewise, some guns can't be stripped at all and it won't be necessary to do anything but open the chamber to clean it. Always clean your gun in a well-ventilated area. Find a a place with good air circulation to clean your guns. Solvent fumes are noxious and can make you sick. Likewise, the solvent and lubricant used just flat-out smell foul if you try to clean your guns indoors, so keep your family happy and don't stink up the joint. Cover your work surface with plastic bags, newspaper, or old towels you've saved for the purpose. Head out to the garage and put the door up, or clean your guns on a bright and dry day to get them cleaned properly. Clean out the barrel with cleaning rod and patches. Soak the bore, or inside of the barrel, using a cleaning rod, patch holder and the right size cotton patches for your gun. Work from the back of the bore if you can. If not, use a muzzle guard. The muzzle guard keeps the cleaning rod from banging against the muzzle, which can cause your gun to malfunction. To thoroughly clean the barrel out, push a solvent-soaked patch through the bore until it exits the other end. Remove the patch, don't pull it back through. Pulling it back through will just redeposit all the gunk you clean off. Alternate the bore brush and patches to thoroughly scrub the barrel. Remove the patch holder and attach the bore brush. Run the bore brush back and forth along the full length of the bore 3 or 4 times to loosen any debris. Next, reattach the patch holder and run solvent-soaked cotton patches through the bore. Remove them when they exit the front. Repeat this process until a patch comes out clean. Run one more dry patch through to dry it out and inspect it closely for any build-up you may have missed. Lubricate the barrel. Attach the cotton mop to the cleaning rod. Apply a few drops of gun conditioner or lubricant to the cotton mop and run it through the bore to leave a light coating of gun oil on the inside. Clean and lubricate the action with solvent. Apply solvent to the gun brush and brush all parts of the action. Wipe them dry with a clean cloth. Next, lubricate the moving parts of the action lightly. A light coating helps prevent rust. A heavy coating gets gummy and attracts debris, so only use a small amount. Wipe down the rest of your gun with a luster cloth. This is a flannel cloth that comes pre-treated with a silicon lubricant. It will remove any remaining debris, including acid from fingerprints, and add shine. If you don't have a particular cloth designated for cleaning guns, old t-shirts and pairs of socks work really well for the purpose. Use something you've got lying around and won't need to reuse. Clean your gun after every use. A good-quality firearm is a significant investment, whether you're using it for sport, hunting, or home defense. Make sure you give it the attention it deserves whenever you get back from a round of firing it. The whole cleaning process, start to finish, only takes 20 or 30 minutes. It's worth it to do it regularly. You might even consider getting out old guns from the back of the closet and doing them all at once while you've got the materials out. Can't hurt. Consider investing in a barrel snake and/or ultrasonic cleaners. Like everything else, gun cleaning technology is cutting edge. For rifles and shotguns, barrel snakes are long multi-purpose cleaners that make the job much quicker and easier, some featuring lights on the end that allow you to see the interior of the barrel much more easily. It cuts down on time and makes the job more efficient. Store your guns unloaded in a cool and dry environment. To ensure the longest life for your gun, don't store them anywhere they'll be significantly affected by the elements. Keep them indoors, in temperature-controlled environments. Consider investing in trigger locks to keep your gun safe and tamper proof. Soft or hard cases are available for guns, anywhere as cheap as $15 or $20. If you have a higher budget, there are also lockable gun cabinets and safes made for the purpose of storing guns in a controlled and locked environment. | Get a cleaning kit. Unload your gun. Disassemble your gun only as much as the manufacturer recommends. Always clean your gun in a well-ventilated area. Clean out the barrel with cleaning rod and patches. Alternate the bore brush and patches to thoroughly scrub the barrel. Lubricate the barrel. Clean and lubricate the action with solvent. Wipe down the rest of your gun with a luster cloth. Clean your gun after every use. Consider investing in a barrel snake and/or ultrasonic cleaners. Store your guns unloaded in a cool and dry environment. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Write-a-Discussion-Essay | How to Write a Discussion Essay | To write a discussion essay, start by taking a side on the issue you're writing about, like "Immigration is good for the country." Then, outline the main points that made you decide to take that position and do research to find evidence that backs them up. Look for credible sources that can help you make your argument, and don't forget to cite them. Then, when you're writing your essay, devote 1 paragraph to each main point and include your evidence. | Work through the question to make sure you understand it. Take the question your teacher gave you, and read through it carefully. Look up any words and phrases you don't understand to get a better grasp of the question. Establish what the issue at hand is. For instance, maybe the question is, "Immigration has been a heated topic on the national level for many years. With issues like the DREAM Act and President Trump's stances on policy, it's likely to remain a central issue. Using authoritative resources to back up your argument, take a stance on immigration policy, establishing whether you think it should be more or less strict and why." You can establish that the main topic is immigration policy from the sentence, "Take a stance on immigration policy." If you're having trouble understanding the question, don't be afraid to talk to the professor. They can help you better understand what they're asking for. Perform initial research to understand the issue. If you don't know much about the topic, do some reading to understand it better, starting with your textbook if it has information on the topic. Otherwise, use the internet to research the topic for this part, making sure to choose credible sources on both sides of the issue. If your essay will be based off a discussion had in class, ask your instructor if you can use class notes as a primary source. Look for respected news sources, as well as websites with ".edu" and ".gov" extensions. You may need to look up information on the DREAM Act or President Trump's policies to help you understand the question, for example. For this part, you don't need to take extensive notes, as you're just trying to get a feel for the subject. Take a side on the issue to begin outlining your essay. After reading about both sides carefully, decide what position you want to take. Write your position at the top of a sheet of paper or at the top of a word processing document to start your outline. If you were given a text to base your essay on, make sure that text has enough evidence to support your chosen position. Add the main points you'd like to cover to your outline. After taking a side, think about the initial reading you did. What main points persuaded you to take that position? You can use those as the main points in your paper. Use Roman numerals on your page to mark your main ideas. Write a main point by each Roman numeral. You should only cover 3 to 4 main points in a relatively short essay, such as one that's 3 to 5 pages. Find research to support your points. Now it's time to dig into your research. Head to the library or use your library's academic databases online. Find credible resources that you can use to establish your argument. Your main sources should be books or ebooks, journal articles from academic journals, and credible websites. You can also use high quality news articles if they're applicable to your topic. Take notes that include citations. You can take handwritten notes or use a computer for this. As you read from relevant sources, take notes as you go along. Write the book title or article information at the top of the page, and add the page number by each section you take notes on or quote, if applicable. For a book, you should include the author's name, the editor's name (if applicable), the title of the book, the publication year, the publication city, the edition, and the title of the book chapter in an anthology by multiple authors. For a journal, include the author's name, the journal title, the article title, the digital object identifier (DOI), the ISSN, the publication date, the volume (if applicable), the issue (if applicable), and the page numbers for the journal article. If you're searching in a database, you can often ask the database to save this information for you, but you should include identifiers on your notes. Fill in your outline to finish planning your essay. Once you've taken your notes, add 3-4 bullet points underneath each main idea. Fill in points to back up the main idea, adding notes from your research. For example, if one of your main points is "Immigration increases diversity," some of your points underneath might be "Brings in new cuisines," and "Brings in new art." Find examples from your research, and add notes to each point to fill them in. Begin with a hook such as a quotation or anecdote to engage readers. A hook is the way you get a reader interested in your essay. For a discussion essay, you could use a quotation from someone whose viewpoint you agree with, for instance. For an example or anecdote, start by telling a short story about something relevant to your topic. For instance, you might write the following for an essay on immigration, "When I was 4-years-old, my parents told me we were going on a long trip. After a bus ride, we spent nights walking, my dad carrying me most of the way. One day, we crossed a river. That day marked our first day in our new country." Introduce your topic in your transition sentences. In the next few sentences, you'll move from your hook, which is broad, to your thesis statement, which is narrow. As you go, you'll bring up the main topic of your essay to give your readers an idea of where you're headed. You should present both sides of the issue in a neutral way before stating your thesis. For example, you might write, "Immigration is a highly-debated issue. It is controversial because some people fear how it affects the resources of the country the people are immigrating to, while others believe the improved quality of life for immigrants is what's most important." Work on a thesis statement to establish your argument. After your transition sentences, you'll add your much narrower thesis statement, which tells the reader what you plan to argue. You may want to include some phrases the help the reader understand what you'll cover as your main points. For instance, your thesis statement might be, "Immigration is good for the country because it increases diversity, infuses the country with new talent, and broadens the population's perspective, and it should be encouraged with a few basic safeguards in place." Limit each paragraph to 1 idea. To help focus your paper, use your outline to create your paragraphs. For a short essay, you can use 1 paragraph per main idea. If you're doing a longer essay, try writing 1 paragraph for each bullet point under the main points. For instance, if you're writing a short research paper, one paragraph might be your main point "Immigration increases diversity," where you cover all your bullet points in that paragraph. If you're digging deeper, you might create a section about diversity, and then use a paragraph to cover "brings in new cuisines," another to cover "brings in new art," and so on. Acknowledge the other side of the issue. The best way to present your argument is to discuss the other side and show how it contrasts with your position. Explain the opposite perspective using a counterclaim, then detail why you think your position is better. You can choose how much time and space you want to devote to the other side of the issue, such as a single sentence or an entire paragraph. Try not to set up a "straw man" argument, where you don't give the other side a fair chance. You should be able to support your position without purposefully creating a weak position on the other side. Keep your whole argument in mind as you write. Each main idea should connect to the next one, so that at the end you have a cohesive argument the reader can trace throughout your essay. Adding transitions between sections can help readers see the big picture. For instance, maybe you want to transition between a section about increasing diversity to one about bringing in new talent. You might write a sentence like, "Increasing diversity in our country doesn't just bring in new cuisines and art, it also brings in hard workers that have fresh perspectives on old problems in the workforce." Support your ideas with research. Use your notes to back up your ideas by citing sources as you go along. You don't need to cite every sentence, but you should cite any sentence with a main idea that you got from another source. You can paraphrase other ideas or use direct quotes, but only use a direct quote if the author said something in a unique way. Otherwise, put it in your own words. You may want to begin body paragraphs with a quote from a relevant source. Then, explain or provide commentary on the quote and show how it supports your position. You can also use statistics to back up your research. For instance, if one of your arguments is that immigration doesn't increase crime, use statistics to back that up. Synthesize the information from your essay. The conclusion should draw what you've said throughout the essay together, bringing your points home for the reader. Help the reader see how each main point you made establishes your position and proves your thesis statement. For instance, you might write, "A truly great country is one that celebrates differences and welcomes new ideas and perspectives. While immigration has some negative effects on a country, overall, allowing people from other countries to come in helps to spark new ideas and make the country a better and more interesting place to live. Rather than being a drain on society, immigrants are motivated to work hard and our citizens can only benefit from listening to their perspectives." Avoid restating your introduction. Many students want to just take the introduction and rewrite it for the conclusion. However, your conclusion should be more than that. It should provide the reader with a summation of why the issue is important and why you think your position is the correct one. Read your essay to proofread it and check for flow. After you finish your initial draft, go over your essay carefully. Read it once to see if it makes logical sense. Does one idea flow to the next one? If it doesn't, take time to fix it by adding transitions. Rewrite any sections that aren't clear. Once you have the flow down, read it again to check for grammatical mistakes and typos. It can help to read it aloud, as it slows you down and forces you to read every word. | Work through the question to make sure you understand it. Perform initial research to understand the issue. Take a side on the issue to begin outlining your essay. Add the main points you'd like to cover to your outline. Find research to support your points. Take notes that include citations. Fill in your outline to finish planning your essay. Begin with a hook such as a quotation or anecdote to engage readers. Introduce your topic in your transition sentences. Work on a thesis statement to establish your argument. Limit each paragraph to 1 idea. Acknowledge the other side of the issue. Keep your whole argument in mind as you write. Support your ideas with research. Synthesize the information from your essay. Avoid restating your introduction. Read your essay to proofread it and check for flow. |
https://www.wikihow.pet/Track-a-Pet-with-a-Microchip | How to Track a Pet with a Microchip | To locate a lost pet using its microchip, enter the pet's chip number into an online universal registry. Then, if your pet is taken to a vet or shelter, they will scan it to see if it's microchipped, at which point they'll be able to access your contact information and notify you of your lost pet's whereabouts. In the case of rescue pets, contact the shelter to see if your pet was chipped, and assure them that you want your pet back if they're notified. Also, keep in mind that a microchip isn't a GPS tracker, so you'll need to wait until your pet's chip is scanned at a vet or shelter. | Enter the pet’s microchip number into the chip registry. Make sure your pet's chip is entered in a microchip registry. Your manufacturer will have its own registry, but you can also register your pet with a universal registry. You can choose a universal tracking site like http://www.petmicrochiplookup.org/. If you lost this number, try calling the vet or clinic that installed the chip to see if they have a record. Wait for a call when the pet’s microchip is scanned. While it's hard to wait for news about your lost pet, microchips must be scanned in order for you to be reunited with your pet. If your pet is taken to a vet or shelter, they will scan the pet to see if it has a microchip. They will then be able to look up your contact information and notify you of your lost pet. Ask the shelter if your rescue pet was chipped before you adopted it. Even if you did not install a microchip in your pet, it may still have one. Many shelters install the chips in every pet they adopt out. If your rescue pet is lost, contact the shelter to see if this is the case for your pet. If so, the shelter may be contacted if your pet is found. Make sure the shelter knows that you want your pet back. Keep checking back with them to see if your pet has been found. Understand how microchips work. Microchips are inserted under the pet's skin so that the pet can easily be identified if it's lost. A vet or shelter can scan the chip to find the pet's ID number, which should pull up the owner's contact information. In some cases, the chip can also help track the pet's medical history if the registry you're using allows you to enter it. Some scanners and chips are not compatible. However, universal scanners are becoming more prevalent. Microchips are not a GPS tracker, which provides a realtime location of the pet. These can be purchased and placed around the pet's collar. Talk to your vet about inserting the microchip. Microchips are easy to insert with a needle as part of a regular office visit. Your pet will not need any anaesthesia, though your vet can insert the microchip while your pet is under for surgery, such as spaying or neutering. Your vet can help you decide if a microchip is the best option for your pet. Allow the vet to insert the chip between your pet’s shoulder blades. A professional should install the chip, as issues can occur if it's injected wrong. Additionally, it must be injected in the correct place at a depth where it can be picked up by a scanner. The chip will be about the size of a grain of rice. Get an activation ID so that you can register the microchip. The vet who inserts the microchip should give you an activation code that allows you to register it. You will also likely get a phone number to call to compete the registry. Before you leave the vet's office, make sure you get these items. If you forget, you can always call the vet to get the information. Register your pet’s microchip with the registry. The microchip won't be useful until you complete the registration process. Otherwise, no information will come up when the chip is scanned. You will call or go online to input the microchip number, your name, contact information, and pet information, such as its breed, age, color, and gender, and if it's fixed. Here is an example of a microchip registration: https://www.hawaiianhumane.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/MCForm.pdf. You will need to register your pet's microchip with the company who manufactured the chip. Some companies require you to call a toll-free number, while some allow online registration. Some registries will also let you input your pet's health information. You may want to input the vaccinations and surgeries your pet has undergone. Keep your contact information updated on the registry. The microchip is only effective if you keep your contact information updated. Otherwise, veterinarians and shelters will have no way to locate you. To change the information, call the registration number for your manufacturer to give them the new information. Give them your pet's microchip ID, then tell them the information that needs to be updated. You will only need to update the microchip's information if your contact information changes or if the dog changes owners. Some microchip manufacturers allow you to update the information online. Decide if a GPS tracking kit is right for your pet. You can use both a GPS tracker and a microchip at the same time. GPS trackers are great for finding your pet wherever it goes using an app. As long as it's is wearing the GPS, you can get realtime data regarding your pet's location. Most companies require you to carry a subscription to their GPS tracking service in order to view your pet's location. Because of this, the devices can be costly. You can find devices that come with their own GPS handheld tracker that's paired to the pet's tracker, so you don't have to use an app. However, you do have to have the handheld tracker with you to check on your pet. Some GPS devices also send information about temperature, activity level, health monitoring, and related options. You can choose either a basic model or one with added features, depending on your preference. Purchase a GPS tracking device made for your pet’s species. You can find GPS trackers that are appropriate for either cats or dogs, but some are made specially for one or the other. Look for one that is the best option for your pet. For example, a larger dog may need a model created especially for large dogs. Alternatively, cats and small dogs may benefit from small, lightweight models. Attach the GPS tracker to your pet’s collar or choose a built in collar. Your pet will need to wear the GPS tracker at all times. Some brands come pre-attached to a collar that you will then place on your pet. Others are easily attached to your pet's existing collar. If you have a cat, make sure that the collar is cat safe. You may choose to attach a small tracker to a breakaway cat collar, which will prevent injury. Monitor your pet’s location. Once the GPS tracker is attached to your pet, you can easily check their location. Depending on your device's features, you may also be able to keep track of where your pet goes over time, such as where your cat likes to roam when it's outdoors. Remember to change the battery when it gets low. Recognize the GPS tracker’s limits. These devices have a few limitations, starting with the fact that they can be removed from the pet due to accident or during a theft. Additionally, they are battery-operated, meaning that you will need to change them regularly. They also only work in areas that have good GPS coverage. Some pets may not be able to wear GPS trackers due to the size of the pet. The pet may also find the device uncomfortable, which could make them try to get it off. For these reasons, some pet owners choose to get both a microchip and a GPS tracker. | Enter the pet’s microchip number into the chip registry. Wait for a call when the pet’s microchip is scanned. Ask the shelter if your rescue pet was chipped before you adopted it. Understand how microchips work. Talk to your vet about inserting the microchip. Allow the vet to insert the chip between your pet’s shoulder blades. Get an activation ID so that you can register the microchip. Register your pet’s microchip with the registry. Keep your contact information updated on the registry. Decide if a GPS tracking kit is right for your pet. Purchase a GPS tracking device made for your pet’s species. Attach the GPS tracker to your pet’s collar or choose a built in collar. Monitor your pet’s location. Recognize the GPS tracker’s limits. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-a-Urine-Sample-from-a-Female-Dog | How to Get a Urine Sample from a Female Dog | To get a urine sample from a female dog, first find a clean, disposable container if your vet hasn't already given you one. Then, take your dog outside on its leash to where it usually urinates. Next, stand close to your dog and wait patiently. Once your dog starts urinating, approach slowly so you don't startle it and position the container in the urine stream to collect the sample. It might be helpful to get someone to hold your dog's leash for you so you can concentrate on getting the sample. | Choose a container. Your vet may give you a container in which to collect the urine. If not, use a container from home that you will not use again. Shallow containers, such as aluminum pie plates, work really well for collecting urine from female dogs. Here are other container options: Empty cream cheese container Shallow food storage container Wash and dry the container. A dirty container could contaminate your dog's urine, making a urinalysis difficult to interpret. Once you've chosen a container, wash it with warm, soapy water. Make sure it's completely dry before using it to collect the urine. Take your dog outside on a leash. With the container ready for use, put a leash on your dog and take your dog outside. Having your dog on a leash will make sure your dog can't get away when you try to collect a urine sample. If you have a backyard, take your dog out to where she usually urinates. Consider timing the collection for when you know your dog will need to urinate, such as first thing in the morning or after a meal. Let your dog squat to urinate. Pay close attention to your female dog as she gets ready to urinate. You may not have a lot of time to collect the urine once your dog starts to urinate, so make sure you're ready to act quickly. You will slide the container between your dog's back legs, so try to stand beside or slightly behind your dog. Position the container in the urine stream. Collecting the urine should be a gentle but swift process. When your female dog squats and begins to urinate, approach her slowly. With one hand, gently slide the container between her back legs. Consider setting the container on the ground instead of holding it. If you hold the container, you may get some urine on your hand. Have some disinfectant wipes or hand sanitizer nearby in case your hand gets urine on it. Make sure the urine gets in the container. You may need to reposition the container if the urine is hitting the ground. Let your female dog finish urinating before you move the container away. Cover the container. If you were able to get the urine sample, congratulations! To prevent the urine from spilling out or getting contaminated, cover the container as soon as you can. If you're using a container that has a matching lid, use that lid to cover the container. If you used a pie plate, pour the urine into a container with a sealable lid if possible. Otherwise, cover it tightly with two layers of plastic wrap. Wash your hands before and after covering the container. Take the sample to your vet’s office. A fresh urine sample will provide the most accurate urinalysis results. Ideally, the urine should be examined either immediately or within a few hours of collection. After collecting the urine sample, take it to your vet's office as soon as you can. Store the urine sample in a cool place. If you can't drop off the urine sample right away, you'll need to store it at your home until your appointment. Because the urine will need to stay cool, place the urine sample in your fridge or on ice in a small cooler. If you choose to store the urine sample in the fridge, wrap the container in a plastic bag first. If you're not comfortable having the urine sample close to your food, a cooler would probably the better storage choice. A urine sample more than 12 hours old is no longer fresh and may not give accurate results. If more than 12 hours pass between collecting your female dog's urine sample and the appointment with your vet, let the vet know how old the sample is, so they can decide if it will affect the results and if a new sample is necessary. Get someone to help you. If this is your first time getting urine from your female dog, it may be a little challenging to do by yourself. Ask a friend or one of your family members to help you. They can be the one to either hold the leash or collect the sample. Be patient. Your first attempt at getting a urine sample from your dog may not be successful. If you have time before your appointment, try to collect a sample again later, after your dog has had some water or eaten another meal. You may have to be patient with your dog and try multiple times before you get a sample. Contact your vet. You may not have any luck getting the urine sample. Your dog may stop urinating when she figures out what you're doing, or the urine may not have gotten in the container. If you cannot get the sample, contact your vet to let them know. When you take your dog to the vet's office, one of the vet's staff can take your dog outside to get the urine sample. | Choose a container. Wash and dry the container. Take your dog outside on a leash. Let your dog squat to urinate. Position the container in the urine stream. Cover the container. Take the sample to your vet’s office. Store the urine sample in a cool place. Get someone to help you. Be patient. Contact your vet. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Skin-Toner | How to Make a Skin Toner | The toner you make depends on your type of skin. For oily skin, combine 1 cup of water with ½ cup of lemon juice in a bottle. Close the lid, and then shake the bottle to mix the ingredients. Apply the toner to your face by dampening a cloth or pad with the mixture and then gently rubbing it onto your skin. For dry skin, you will need ¼ cup of witch hazel, 1 teaspoon of vegetable glycerin, 2 teaspoons of aloe vera gel, 5 drops of lavender essential oil, 3 drops of roman chamomile essential oil, 5 drops of sweet orange essential oil, 2 drops of carrot seed essential oil, and 1 cup of distilled or filtered water. Combine all of the ingredients in a clean spray bottle and shake well. Mist your face with the toner by spraying it and then letting it sit on your skin for a few minutes to be absorbed. | Combine the lemon juice and water. Add 1 cup (237 ml) of water and ½ cup (118 ml) of fresh lemon juice to a glass or plastic bottle. Shake the bottle well to ensure that the ingredients are well mixed. For best results, use filtered, distilled, or bottled water. Lemon juice can help remove excess oil, tighten pores, and kill bacteria. Be sure to use a bottle that can hold at least 12 ounces for the toner. Dampen a cotton pad with the toner and apply it to your face. When you're ready to use the toner, wet a cotton pad or ball with it. Gently stroke it over your face, paying special attention to areas where you get most oily. If you prefer, you can place the lemon toner in a spray bottle and mist your face with the toner. Allow your skin to absorb it before moving on your skin care routine. Follow up with sunscreen during the day. While lemon juice can help improve the look of oily skin, it also lightly exfoliates, which can leave your face more sensitive to the sun. Protect your skin by applying a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 if you've applied the toner during the day. Mix all of the ingredients in a spray bottle. In a clean, plastic spray bottle, combine ¼ cup (59 ml) of witch hazel, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of vegetable glycerin, 2 teaspoons (10 g) of aloe vera gel, ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) of colloidal silver, 5 drops of lavender essential oil, 3 drops of roman chamomile essential oil, 5 drops of sweet orange essential oil, 2 drops of carrot seed essential oil, and enough filtered water to fill the bottle. Shake the bottle gently to mix all of the ingredients. The colloidal silver is an optional ingredient, but it helps preserve the toner so it lasts longer and treats skin conditions such as acne, rosacea, and psoriasis. Be sure to store the toner in a cool, dark spot. You can store it in the refrigerator to help it last longer, but it should be good for up to 6 months even at room temperature. Spray onto a clean face. When you're ready to use the toner, wash your face with your usual facial cleanser. Next, gently mist the toner over your face and wait 2 to 3 minutes for your skin to absorb it before moving on to the next step in your skincare routine. If you prefer, you can spray the toner on a cotton pad or square, and wipe it over your entire face. Apply a moisturizer. After your skin has absorbed the toner, it's important to hydrate your face. Use your usual moisturizer, and massage it into your skin to keep your skin smooth and supple. It's all right if your skin is still slightly damp from the toner when you apply the moisturizer. That will help lock in the moisture. Combine all of the ingredients. In a glass or plastic bottle, mix together 1 cup (237 ml) of filtered water, 1 cup (237 ml) of raw apple cider vinegar, and 3 drops of tea tree oil. Shake the bottle gently to ensure that the ingredients are fully combined. Use an airtight container that can hold at least 16 ounces for the toner. The toner recipe calls for 1 part water and 1 part apple cider vinegar, so you can adjust it accordingly to make as much or as little as you'd like. Wet a cotton pad with the toner and rub over your face. When you're ready to use the toner, dampen a cotton square, ball, or pad with the mixture. Next, gently rub it over your entire face after washing it, paying particular attention to areas where you usually get acne. Don't rinse the toner off. You can also store the toner in a spray bottle and mist it over your face if you prefer. Use your usual acne treatment products. After you've applied the toner, wait 2 to 3 minutes so your skin can fully absorb it. Next, apply your usual acne treatment products, such as benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, to treat your breakouts. Add the salt and oils to a glass bottle. Drop a pinch of salt to the bottom of a 5 ounce or larger glass bottle. Next, add 3 drops of lavender essential oil and 3 drops of frankincense essential oil. The salt will help disperse the essential oils throughout the toner. If you don't have lavender or frankincense essential oils, you can use 6 drops of your favorite essential oils instead. Just make sure that they aren't oils that irritate your skin. Mix in the witch hazel and rose water. With the salt and essential oils in the glass bottle, pour in 3 ounces (90 ml) of witch hazel and 1 ounce (30 ml) of rose water. Shake the bottle gently to mix all of the ingredients until they are thoroughly combined. The toner doesn't need to be stored in the refrigerator, but it can be very refreshing to chill it during warmer months. Test the toner on your skin to see how it reacts. If you have sensitive skin, you have to be careful about applying new products to it. To make sure that the toner will work for your skin, test a small amount of it on a small patch of skin, such as behind your ear or along your jaw. Wait 24 to 48 hours to see if you have a reaction. If you don't, you can use the toner freely. Apply the toner to a cotton ball or pad and run it over the face. After you've washed your face with your normal face wash, wet a cotton pad or ball with the toner. Gently run the cotton all over your face to apply the toner. Follow up with the rest of your usual skincare routine. If you prefer, you can store the toner in a spray bottle and spray on it on your face instead of using the cotton pads or balls. | Combine the lemon juice and water. Dampen a cotton pad with the toner and apply it to your face. Follow up with sunscreen during the day. Mix all of the ingredients in a spray bottle. Spray onto a clean face. Apply a moisturizer. Combine all of the ingredients. Wet a cotton pad with the toner and rub over your face. Use your usual acne treatment products. Add the salt and oils to a glass bottle. Mix in the witch hazel and rose water. Test the toner on your skin to see how it reacts. Apply the toner to a cotton ball or pad and run it over the face. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-a-Driver-Abstract-in-Ontario | How to Get a Driver Abstract in Ontario | To get a driver abstract in Ontario, try ordering it online by going to the Ontario government website and choosing the type of abstract you need under “Types of Records.” Next, follow the links for your chosen abstract to place the order. Alternatively, you can find a list of locations on the website for ServiceOntario kiosks where you can order your abstract. You can also order it by mail by printing and filling out the application on the government website, then mailing it to the Ministry of Transportation. | Get a driver abstract as part of a job application. Applicant and employers can request a 3-year driver record for the purpose of checking the applicant's driving history. This is a snapshot of the last 3 years of the applicant's driving record. It provides information about accidents, tickets, suspensions, demerit points and suspensions. This is the most frequently request type, and can either be uncertified or certified (stamped by the Ministry of Transportation). The uncertified version is usually sufficient for employment purposes. 3-year abstracts also shows all of the information present on the driver's licence and the licence status. Obtain an abstract for your insurance provider. When you are applying for or updating your car insurance, your insurance provider may request either a driver's licence history, a 5-year uncertified driver's record, or a complete driver's record. The driver's licence history and 5-year record include G1, G2, and G dates (if appropriate), previous addresses, replacements, and renewals. A version without the previous addresses is also available. The driver's licence history is available only to the driver, law enforcement and certain government agencies. The complete driver's record includes more detail about violations, tickets, suspensions, and other infractions. Become qualified to drive outside of Ontario. You may need several different documents to apply to drive outside of Ontario. For example, you may need a 5-year certified driver's record. It contains Criminal Code of Canada convictions, suspensions and reinstatements for the past 5 years, Highway Traffic Act convictions and suspensions for the past 3 years, and demerit point information for the past 3 years. It is available only to the driver or law enforcement. You may also need a driver confirmation letter, which shows the date your licence was issued, your licence expiry date, and infractions/suspensions. This letter is also used if you are moving to another province. Order an abstract for court use. If you are in court for a traffic infraction, you will need an extended driver record. It contains Highway Traffic Act convictions and suspensions for the past 3 years and all Criminal Code of Canada convictions, suspensions and reinstatement's. It is available only to the driver or law enforcement. You may also need a driver's licence history to confirm your address or accident report to use as evidence (if you are the defendant). Confirm that your licence is valid. You can check if your licence is valid by ordering a driver's licence check. This simply confirms whether or not your licence has expired or been suspended. Order online. All types of driver abstract, except for complete driver's records and driver confirmation letters, can be ordered online. Visit the website https://www.ontario.ca/page/order-drivers-record#section-9 and choose the type of abstract you need under "Types of records." Then, following the links under your chosen abstract type to order online. Visit a ServiceOntario kiosk. All types, except for driver's licence checks and driver confirmation letters, can be ordered at ServiceOntario kiosks. To find a kiosk near you, go to https://www.ontario.ca/locations/serviceontario Order by mail. You can order all types of drivers abstract by mail. To do so, you need to print and fill out the application provided online and mail it in to the Ministry of Transportation with your payment. Links to the required forms can be found at https://www.ontario.ca/page/order-drivers-record#section-9. All orders should be mailed to the following address: Ministry of Transportation, Licensing Administration and Support Office, Data Access Unit, 87 Sir William Hearst Avenue Room 158-D, Toronto, ON M3M 0B4 Checks or money orders included for payment with mail orders are to be made out to the Minister of Finance/MTO. Get a driver's licence check by phone. Only the driver's licence check is available by phone. Call 1-800-387-3445 to order this check. Check the current cost. Effective 2010, most abstracts cost $12 or $18, while the extended driver record and restricted driver record cost $48 or $54. The higher of the two costs is for certified versions of the documents in both cases. Driver's licence checks are either $2.00 or $2.50, depending on if you order by phone or online. The current costs are listed on the ServiceOntario website. Choose how to purchase the abstract. If you are purchasing at a kiosk, you can use a credit card, cheque, or money order. If you are purchasing online, you must use a credit card or Interact Online. If you are purchasing through mail, you must use a Canadian bank-issued money order or cheque. Order and pay for the abstract. Complete the required application documents fully and submit the required payment through your desired method of communication. Check again before paying to make sure that you are ordering the right abstract type. If you are ordering by mail, make sure that the ministry of transportation has your correct address, as they will mail the abstract to your legal address. Receive your driver abstract. Some abstracts, like uncertified 3-years, may be available immediately in the form of an email or download. However, others, like any certified abstract or a Complete driver's record, must be mailed to you. Mailed abstracts can take between 4 and 6 weeks to reach you. | Get a driver abstract as part of a job application. Obtain an abstract for your insurance provider. Become qualified to drive outside of Ontario. Order an abstract for court use. Confirm that your licence is valid. Order online. Visit a ServiceOntario kiosk. Order by mail. Get a driver's licence check by phone. Check the current cost. Choose how to purchase the abstract. Order and pay for the abstract. Receive your driver abstract. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Chair | How to Make a Chair | If you want to make a chair out of wood, measure and cut out pieces of wood for the back, seat, and legs of the chair. Use dowels and wood to connect the pieces that make up the back of the chair, then glue and position the seat against the back of the chair. Insert decking screws through the plywood seat to attach the back and seat to the legs, then use screws and wood glue to secure all of the parts of the chair. For more security, screw in corner brackets onto the inside of the chair. | Gather your materials. You'll need 2x2s, 1x4s, a sheet of 1.5" plywood, 1/4" dowels, wood glue, 2.5" decking screws, double ended screws, a drill with a 1/4" bit, a jigsaw, and a circular saw. The saws can both be rented from major hardware stores and other local companies. Cut the sides. You'll need to cut: Two 16.5" pieces of 2x2 Two 37" pieces of 2x2 Two 14" pieces of 1x4 One 14" piece of 1x4, then split that lengthwise into two long pieces. Assemble the sides. Drill 1/4" holes half-way into the 16.5" posts, 1 1/6" from the top and then 2 1/3" from the top. Cut identically spaced 1/4" holes into both ends of the 1x4 boards. Drill 1/4" holes half-way into the 37" posts, 15 1/3" from the bottom, then 14 1/6" from the bottom. Glue and then insert dowels into the holes. Then you can fit all of the pieces together to form the two sides of the chair. The side pieces should be flush with the tops of the short posts. Slide the split 1x4s 4" up from the bottom on either side piece and screw them into place with decking screws. Prepare for the connections. Cut three pieces of 14" 1x4, and cut a 12" piece of 1x4 into 3 pieces. Cut a 17x17" square from the plywood for the seat. Then cut 1.5"x1.5" notches out of two of the corners of the board, to make room for the back posts. Drill 1/4" dowel holes into one of the 1x4s at the edge on one of the long sides (one hole centered and the other two 4 1/3" from each end of the board). Line up this piece with the seat piece on the side that has the notches. Mark the locations of the dowel holes from the 1x4 onto the seat piece between the two notches. Drill 1/4" dowel holes there as well. Drill 1/4" dowel holes, centered, into each of your 3 pieces created from the 1x4. Drill centered pilot holes in your posts for your decking screws 1 3/4" from the top of the short posts and 14 3/4 from the bottom of your tall posts. Build the chair back. Glue and insert dowels into both ends of the 3 pieces created from the 1x4. Then, insert them into the 1x4 and into the seat back. Allow the glue to set before proceeding. Insert the back/seat combination. Glue and then position the seat in place with the two side pieces below it, the back posts fit snugly into their notches. Insert the decking screws through the plywood and down into the center of the front posts. Secure everything in place. Glue and slide the two final aprons (front and back), and then screw them into place through the pilot holes you made earlier (passing through the posts and into the side of the apron). Then insert two more decking screws going through the seat and into the back apron, with the screw place in between the 3 vertical bars. You can create an even stronger connect with corner brackets on the inside of the chair, if you want to. Sand and prepare the surface. Sand the enter surface of the chair to prepare it for staining or painting. You can also use this time to round out edges if you don't like the clean line look. Paint the wood. Paint or stain the wood however you like. When it's dry, you're done! Enjoy your new chair! Gather your supplies. You'll need 5 yards (4.6 m) of fabric (assuming the bolts are 45" wide) for this project, preferably something strong but soft. You'll also need filling for the bean bag. You can buy filling at many furniture stores or you can make your own from cut up foam or mattress filling. Then you'll need a sewing machine, thread, scissors, and a measuring tape. Paper or cardboard to make a pattern also helps. Make your pattern. Make a pattern on paper or cardboard. You're going to be making twelve rounded triangles with a height of 30" and a base of 20". On a large piece of paper or cardboard, first mark a straight line that is 20" long. Then, find the halfway point and measure 30" from that point. Check that your line is perfectly perpendicular using math or a protractor. Hand draw a soft curve from the 30" point to one end of the 20" line. Get it to the shape you want and then fold along the center line and cut it out, following the curve you created. Cut your fabric. You should be able to get two of these triangles onto each yard of your fabric with a little room to spare (again, you will need 12 triangles). If you can, leave a half inch seam allowance around all of the edges. Cut out the fabric when you're ready. Remember: measure twice, cut once. Sew the halves. Sew two triangles together along the bottom 20" side, with the right sides facing. Do this until you have six canoe-shaped panels. Then three of the panels together along the long sides so that a single piece of fabric is formed. Repeat this for the remaining three panels. Attach the halves. Take these two pieces of fabric, pin them right sides together, and then sew all the way around, leaving a 6" gap to turn and fill the beanbag chair. Fill the beanbag. Turn the fabric by pushing it through the hole, so that it is no longer inside out. You can now fill the bag by pouring your desired filling into the hole. Do not overstuff the bag....it needs to be comfy! Close the hole. Use a whip stitch to close the hole. Enjoy your new beanbag chair. Make the vertical section. Join a 12" section of pipe with a 18" section of pipe using a T joint. Cap both ends in L joints. Make a second, identical piece. Join these two sides together at the L joint on end closer to the T joint using a 26" pieces of pipe. Make a separate piece with a T joint at the center and two 12" pieces. Then, join at the upper ends together with this piece. All pieces should be dry fit before doing any trimming. Your end shape should be a rectangle. If your pieces aren't fitting together right, they can be trimmed down. The long side T joints should be facing into the inside of the rectangle. The upper T joint will need to be adjusted but will likely be around a 45 degree angle from the line of the long side. Create the joint. Place a 2" section of pipe into the long side T joints and cap with a mirrored T joint. Make the horizontal section. Make the long sides the same as with the vertical section (12 and 18" pipe sections capped with L joints). However, join the ends closest to the center T joint with an 18" section and the other end with 8" sections and a T joint. You should now have two rectangles, one inside the other, and joined at their lower third point. Measure for your desired angle. The seat is formed between the short portion of the horizontal section and the long portion of the vertical section. The chair rests on the long end of the horizontal section and the short end of the vertical section. Adjust the angle that the two pieces meet at until you like the angle of the back and seat. Measure the distance between the remaining T joints on the long sides needed to create the angle you want. Cut and insert the back brace. Cut a piece of pipe to your desired length and insert it into the two T joints. Create the sling. A sling which reaches between the top part of the chair and the front edge of the seat creates the space for you to sit down. You can make this sling out of fabric or you can even make it out of something like Duct tape. All it is is a long section of fabric with tubes at either end that you fit onto the PVC pipe. You can sew these tubes into place or you can even cheat and use iron on velcro. Enjoy! Your PVC beach chair is now done. Don't forget that you can change any of the measurements to make the chair larger or smaller, or even use thinner PVC pipe. Build a bench. If none of these are quite what you're looking for, you could build any one of a number of benches found on wikiHow. Build a stool. A stool is another popular type of chair and wikiHow has instructions for many variations. You can also repair existing chairs, if you're just looking to save money. You can do things like fix a papasan chair or reupholster your existing chairs. | Gather your materials. Cut the sides. Assemble the sides. Prepare for the connections. Build the chair back. Insert the back/seat combination. Secure everything in place. Sand and prepare the surface. Paint the wood. Gather your supplies. Make your pattern. Cut your fabric. Sew the halves. Attach the halves. Fill the beanbag. Close the hole. Make the vertical section. Create the joint. Make the horizontal section. Measure for your desired angle. Cut and insert the back brace. Create the sling. Enjoy! Build a bench. Build a stool. You can also repair existing chairs, if you're just looking to save money. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Buy-Gold-Stocks | How to Buy Gold Stocks | If you're interested in buying gold stocks, you'll need to do some research to ensure that you make a good investment. Before buying gold, understand that its value as an investment is debated. The value of gold can fluctuate depending on the economy, so it can be a risky investment. There are many different ways to purchase gold stock, such as buying stock in mining companies directly, buying gold exchange-traded funds, or purchasing gold mutual funds. Once you decide on an investment method, use an online broker, like TD Ameritrade or a non-virtual broker to open an account and enter buy orders. | Learn the history of gold as a currency. Gold has been used as currency longer than nearly any other substance. While not every culture has deemed gold to be the ideal currency, many of them have, resulting in the establishment of the gold standard as the de facto world currency beginning in the 19th century. While that has changed in more recent times, many people believe that gold should once again be used as currency. Most of the major economies in the world cut their currency ties to the gold standard during the Great Depression. The United States partially cut the cord under Franklin Roosevelt and completely abandoned the gold standard during Richard Nixon's presidency. Nearly all modern currencies are fiat money—that is, their value is guaranteed by the issuing government. Many of the critics of the gold standard said the same of gold (i.e., it had value only because some government said it did). Understand why gold may be a good investment. Gold is typically purchased as a "hedge" against various forms of market risk. That is to say, gold can provide some protection against poor performance in various markets, inflation, and currency fluctuations. The price of gold is set by supply and demand, not currency valuations or market declines. Gold can add to a well diversified investment portfolio. One key to financial diversification is to hold different kinds of assets (stocks, bonds, real estate, precious metals, various commodities). It is important when diversifying to hold asset classes whose prices do not move together (that are "uncorrelated"). Traditionally gold has a low correlation with the U.S. stock market, emerging markets, and high-yield bonds. In fact, gold has a lower correlation with these assets than any of them have with each other, meaning it has excellent diversification potential. Gold also functions as a hedge against inflation. The price of gold tends to increase with the rate of inflation. This is because as inflation increases investors drive up the price of gold by buying it as an alternative to cash. While gold's merits as an investment are highly debated, it is generally regarded as a good repository of value. While the purchasing power of cash erodes over time due to inflation, gold will generally maintain its value. Understand why gold may be a bad investment. There is a growing consensus among many investors that gold is neither a safe investment nor the best hedge against inflation. Some investment researchers observe that demand for gold does not actually rise when stocks decline or currencies lose value. Many believe that gold rises simply due to the momentum of scared investors rushing to buy it because they expect general prices to rise. If this is true, gold is not the safe investment many have claimed. A thorough examination of its track record shows that gold has only occasionally performed well in times of severe inflation or market decline. While some expect that gold would become the alternative currency in the event of an economic collapse, others are skeptical. Gold does not provide the guaranteed return on capital that many well-known securities do. Famed investor Warren Buffett refuses to have anything to do with gold investment. According to him, it makes no sense to invest in a material of little utility when you could instead buy shares of a profit-making company. Learn the factors that affect the value of gold. No matter what the critics say, gold purchases have been a popular tool for generations of investors. There are several factors that tend to affect the price of gold: The Washington Agreement of Gold, originally negotiated in 1999, was a gentleman's agreement among fourteen nations to limit the amount of government-owned gold to be sold in any calendar year. The motive for the agreement was the fear that a market oversupply of gold would send the price down. Critics have attacked the agreement as interfering with the normal forces of supply and demand. Economic downturns may cause investors to sell their gold commodities or securities for cash, increasing supply and lowering demand, driving the price down. National crises or wars tend to increase investor demand for gold, largely due to the fear of currency depreciation. Investors purchase gold stocks and commodities to safeguard against economic crisis and support the value of stocks in general. Learn the different ways to purchase gold stocks. Generally speaking, one can invest in gold stocks in three different ways: you can buy stock in gold mining companies directly; you can buy gold exchange-traded funds; and you can buy gold mutual funds. There are pros and cons to each of these methods. Buying mining company stock allows for direct, albeit high-risk, exposure to gold mining, whereas mutual funds and ETF's offer lower risk and better diversification. Analyze specific gold-mining companies. The most direct way to invest in gold stock is to buy gold-mining companies directly. This is both the highest-risk and highest- reward method. Investing in a mining company means you're placing a bet on that company's ability to be profitable, as opposed to spreading your investment over a wide range of firms. Thorough analysis of the company is essential, because you need it to perform better than its peers. When selecting a gold mining stock, it is important to look for a few things. Look at production costs. Gold producers have little purchasing power, so being able to produce gold at a low cost is an essential advantage. This information can be located on the website of the mining company by clicking on "Investor Relations" and then looking at the annual or quarterly earnings report. Look at production. A strong company should be able to increase its production annually. Strong production means both higher revenues and lower costs. See the company's annual report for an indication of production growth. Often companies will present this information in chart form. Look at the company's debt compared to that of its peers. The best way to look at debt is using the debt/equity ratio, which compares what a company owes to what it owns. This information can be found on websites like Morningstar.com. The lower the ratio, the better. Look at the valuation of the company. How expensive is a dollar of one company's earnings compared to another's? Compare price-to-earnings ratios, which divide share price by earnings. This information can also be found on websites like Morningstar.com, and once again the lower, the better. Invest in gold mutual funds. If you prefer a lower-risk option or simply can't settle on one outstanding company, consider a gold-oriented mutual fund. Such funds hold portfolios of companies that mine, process and distribute gold. There are several benefits to owning gold mutual funds: Gold funds provide much more diversification than purchasing one or even several companies. While gold-mining stocks tend to move up and down together -- along with the price of gold -- there are large variations in performance depending on how efficient and well managed the companies are. Buying a mutual fund eliminates the risk of making a poor investment choice (buying a company with very high debt, for example) and limits your risk to broader factors that affect the entire industry. Gold mutual funds are professionally and actively managed. This means you have the luxury of letting a professional select what they deem to be the strongest companies in the industry. An adept fund manager will select a list of stocks that can be expected to outperform the industry as a whole. Be aware that there are fees associated with purchasing mutual funds. These fees cover the costs of running a fund and typically amount to a small percentage of the money you invest. Find a fund that charges fees totaling one percent of your investment or (preferably) less. When selecting a gold mutual fund, look at past performance, fees (the lower the better), and the Morningstar rating (the higher the better). Long periods of time are more pertinent than short ones, and you can research past performance on a fund's website. Morningstar provides a 5-star rating system for mutual funds. Invest in gold-oriented exchange-traded funds (ETFs). An ETF is similar to a mutual fund in that it offers the investor access to a wide array of stocks and bonds at a reasonable price. Some ETFs actually purchase and store commodities, while others primarily trade in futures contracts. Actual purchase of gold involves storage costs and reflects current prices, whereas futures are financial instruments that reflect expected future prices. ETF's differ from mutual funds in that they trade openly on the market like a stock, and the price is set by tracking an index such as the XAU, GDM, or CDNX. (The value of a mutual fund is re-set daily, determined by the value of the assets in the fund.) Gold ETF's typically have lower fees than mutual funds, because they don't employ an active manager. Instead, they passively track an index. For example, the SPDR Gold Trust ETF simply tracks the price of gold bullion. By purchasing this ETF, you indirectly own gold. ETF's are a good choice if you want better flexibility with lower fees. With an ETF you not only invest in gold itself, you invest in gold-mining operations. The major downside is the lack of an active manager. There is thus less chance of outperforming the relevant index, since you are essentially investing in it instead. Conversely, there is also less chance of under-performing the index. Purchase gold stocks. Once you have decided on a particular investment method, it is time to buy. The above three means of investing in gold can be executed through an online broker, such as TD Ameritrade, or E*Trade. You also can find a non-virtual broker. Once you open an account, locate the ticker symbol for the stock or ETF you are interested in. For example, if you would like to purchase Barrick Gold, the ticker symbol is NYSE: ABX. This means that Barrick Gold (or ABX) trades on the New York Stock Exchange. To purchase, simply enter a buy order with your brokerage, enter in the ticker of the stock, ETF or mutual fund you want, enter the number of shares you want, and submit the order. If you have adequate cash in your account, you will then own the shares you ordered. Keep in mind there is usually a commission, which varies by broker. These orders can also be placed by simply calling your broker at the number designated on the broker's website. Mutual funds can be purchased through a financial advisor. Advisors will charge an additional fee beyond those charged by mutual funds. An advisor can be worth the added expense if you need assistance navigating among the many funds available. | Learn the history of gold as a currency. Understand why gold may be a good investment. Understand why gold may be a bad investment. Learn the factors that affect the value of gold. Learn the different ways to purchase gold stocks. Analyze specific gold-mining companies. Invest in gold mutual funds. Invest in gold-oriented exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Purchase gold stocks. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Translate-with-Alexa | How to Translate with Alexa | * "Alexa, translate 'Where is the exit?' in Italian." | Say, "Alexa". Say the wake command to wake Alexa and she will begin listening for your next command. The default wake command is "Alexa," but if have set a different wake word such as "Echo," "Amazon," or some other command, then use the wake command you previously set. Ask Alexa to translate a phrase for you. For example, you can say, "Alexa, translate 'I need to use the restroom,' in Japanese." Alexa can pronounce Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, Turkish, Polish, German, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Russian, Japanese, Korean, and a few others—with more languages being added each year. You can also phrase questions like, "Alexa, what's the Korean word for 'dumpling'?" Open the Alexa App for the translated text. It's the app with the icon that resembles a blue speech bubble with a white outline. If Alexa can't pronounce the language she will still send you the text translation in text form. Open the app on your phone to read the translation. Alexa uses Bing Translate for all language translations. You can download the Alexa app on your Android phone from the Google Play Store or on your iPhone from the App Store , then log in with the Amazon account you used to setup your Echo device to get the translation. | Say, "Alexa". Ask Alexa to translate a phrase for you. Open the Alexa App for the translated text. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Use-an-ATM | How to Use an ATM | To use an ATM, first insert your debit card into the machine. Select your language if necessary, then enter your account's secure 4-digit PIN number. For security, cover the number pad while typing to make sure nobody sees your PIN. Once the menu screen pops up, select whether you want to withdraw money, deposit money, transfer money, make a payment, or check your account balance. Then, follow the on-screen prompts to complete your transaction. | Practice basic safety procedures. People using ATMs will occasionally be targets of robberies and other crimes, so you'll want to be sure to be safe. First, make sure that the area is well lit and you are alone. Be on your guard if other people show up. Stand so that your screen and key presses are masked. You'll also want to look at the machine itself. Devices called card skimmers are becoming more common and, while there is no universal signal that an ATM is compromised, if something seems off about how the card slot looks then you'll just want to find another machine to use. Only use ATMs during the day in well trafficked areas, if possible. Insert your debit card into the ATM. Mobile banking cards come in two varieties — debit cards and credit cards. Debit cards are most frequently used in ATMs; they're linked to the exact amount you have in your bank account. Credit cards can be used in some cases, but fees and interest rates usually make them expensive to use. Insert your card into the card slot, ensuring that the chip side is facing inward. Particular machines may have a special fee (usually when in a tourist area) which should be labeled on the machine. If you travel out of the country, there may be additional fees associated with the distance or currency change. Try to use ATMs and debit cards that are issued by the same bank. For example, if you own a Chase debit card, look for a Chase ATM or local branch. Although you can use almost any debit card on almost any ATM, you will likely be charged an additional fee for withdrawing money if the ATM is for a bank other than one you have an account with. Additionally, some of the services offered by the ATM may not be available if your card and ATM don't match. In addition, when the branch is closed, you will still be able to access the ATM by swiping your bank's card on the card reader, giving you added security. Select your language. Most ATMs will offer transactions in several different languages, usually at least three or more dependent on where you live. Where in the process you change the language can depend on the machine, but it is usually directly after inserting your card. Enter your PIN when prompted. "PIN" stands for "personal identification number," and it's typically a four- to six-digit password people use to access their bank account. Enter your PIN number when asked to by the machine, making sure to shield the pad with your hand so that nearby onlookers can't see it. You should also watch out for cameras that are placed on the ATM itself, as these can be placed by criminals in order to steal your card information. While PINs are typically four or six digits long, note that this length may vary depending on the financial institution associated with your ATM card. Withdraw money. You can withdraw money for almost any ATM, regardless of the associated bank (though this may incur fees). You will usually have two withdrawal options: Fast cash - which allows you to quickly withdraw a set amount as labeled on the machine. This is usually either $40, $50, or $60. Targeted withdrawal - which allows you to specify how much you want to withdraw by typing in the amount. Be careful of your limits. Most ATMs and banks limit how much you can withdraw from an ATM in a given day. The limit varies widely based on your bank and your account type, but limits between $300-$1000 are common. Deposit money. You can deposit money as well, as long as you are using an ATM associated with your bank. You should be presented with the choice of what account you want the money deposited in to. The funds may not be immediately available, or only some of them may be immediately available. There are two ways that you can deposit money: Deposit cash. This is usually fed into the machine, though sometimes a deposit envelope may be required. If you are using a modern ATM, you should be able to insert a stack of bills, often between 30-50 bills at a time, and the machine will count them up automatically. Deposit checks. Older machines may require that you use a deposit slip in order to deposit a check, but for most modern machines you can simply feed the check into the ATM. The ATM will provide you with specific instructions, and a deposit envelope if you don't have one. If you do need to fill out a deposit envelope, it's better to get the envelope from the machine and then exit out of the transaction, filling out the details and inserting the check into the envelop in your car or other safe location. Simply return to the machine, reinsert your card, and start the process over again once the envelope is prepared. Check your account balance. You should have the option to check your account balance, or how much money you have available in your account, so long as you are using an ATM associated with your bank. This balance is often printed out on a receipt or sheet of paper, although it may be displayed on the screen as well. Transfer money or make payments. Many bank's ATMs will allow you to transfer money between multiple accounts you hold with the same bank, or even transfer money to other people's accounts. Occasionally you may also have the option to make payments, such as paying pre-set up bills or fees on your bank account itself. Follow the prompts to end your session. Once you've completed your transaction, you'll have to follow the on-screen prompts in order to exit out and get your card back. Often times, a short cut can be to simply press the red X on the keypad, which is similar to the "back" option on a computer. Don't forget to take your card and money! It's easy to forget to take your money or card when you're in a hurry, but be careful and be extra sure to take all of your belongings when you're done. This includes a cell phone you might have set down on the machine! Switch to mobile banking. Be aware that for everything but withdrawing money, you can now use mobile banking if you bank with one of the major banks. Mobile banking, which uses your smart phone, allows you to deposit checks, check your balance, transfer money, and includes many of the other services of the ATM. | Practice basic safety procedures. Insert your debit card into the ATM. Try to use ATMs and debit cards that are issued by the same bank. Select your language. Enter your PIN when prompted. Withdraw money. Deposit money. Check your account balance. Transfer money or make payments. Follow the prompts to end your session. Don't forget to take your card and money! Switch to mobile banking. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Succeed-in-a-Flight-Attendant-Interview | How to Succeed in a Flight Attendant Interview | By preparing ahead of time and going into it with a positive attitude, you'll have a better chance of succeeding at your flight attendant interview. Prepare answers to some common questions you might be asked, like: Why do you want to be a flight attendant? Why should we hire you? How would you handle a disagreement between passengers on a flight? You don't need to memorize your answers word for word, but remember some key points you can talk about for each question. Wear smart, business-appropriate clothing that's not too loud or showy. When you arrive for your interview, be warm and friendly with everyone to make a good first impression. | Look up sample interview questions based on the airline. Most airlines have very similar interview questions they will use for all applicants, but the airline you are applying to work for may have more specific requirements. Do an online search for interview questions for the specific airline you are applying to work for and be sure to read online forums of applicants who have gone through the interview process for that airline and have proved successful by landing a position. Many airlines will use very similar questions, such as: “Why do you want to join our airline?” “Why did you decide to become a flight attendant?” “Tell us about yourself.” “What are your career goals?” “Why should we hire you? Tell us more about your qualifications for this job.” “How would you handle a disagreement between passengers on a flight?” “How would you handle a situation where an passenger breaks basic flight rules, such as refusing to put on his seat belt or refusing to straighten his seat?” “Tell us about a stressful situation where you had to use your communication skills and your problem solving skills. How did you handle this situation and resolve it?” Write out your answers to several sample questions. To prepare yourself for the interview, you should take the time to write down answers to several sample questions. Try to come up with detailed, specific answers to the questions that are honest and genuine. Use real life examples to back up your answers and focus on being personable. Showing the interviewers you personality and your energy should impress them and make you stand out from the other applicants. For example, if you are answering the question, “Tell us about yourself”, try to be specific and interesting without rambling or being too general. You may respond, “I'm a born and bred Californian with a passion for adventure, meeting new people, and surfing on my days off. I also paint and write in my spare time and volunteer at my local animal shelter. In my previous job, I was recognized for my excellent customer service skills and my ability to think quickly on my feet. I enjoy solving problems and handle stress well, especially when I know I can be supported by my peers and co-workers. I also like having a flexible work schedule and feel this position would be a good fit for me.” For a question such as, “Why should we hire you? Tell us more about your qualifications for this job.” You may respond with a general note on your key skills and qualifications, supported by a specific instance in a previous job or role where you had to demonstrate these skills and qualifications. For example, your response may be: “I think I would make a great flight attendant because I am passionate about providing excellent customer service and making people feel welcome. I am also a strong problem solver and enjoy the challenges of working on my feet and being social with my peers and with passengers. In my previous role, my employer would compliment me on my desire to help others and make them feel comfortable, despite high stress levels due to under-staffing or overwhelming client needs, and I think I can apply that drive and passion to this role.” Practice responding to questions out loud with a partner. It's one thing to write down your answers to these questions and it's another to be able to respond to them in person out loud. Get better at face to face interviewing by enlisting the help of a friend, roommate, or partner, and ask them to quiz you on several sample questions. Work on responding confidently and naturally to these questions while still providing well rounded answers. When responding to sample questions in person, you should try to set up to the area to closely resemble the setting of the interview, with your partner sitting at a table and you sitting in a chair in front of the table. This can help you get more comfortable with the interview setting and project confidence as you answer the sample questions. Wear smart, business appropriate clothing that is not too loud or showy. While you want your personality and warmth to stand out during the interview, you do not want your outfit to be too loud, bold, or showy. Many airlines put a lot of time and effort into their dress code so do some research on the airline's dress code for flight attendants and wear an outfit to your interview that matches the dress code. Skip bright colors and prints and go for a suit in a neutral color like dark blue or black. Women should wear skirts that are no higher than an inch above the knee with pantyhose and low high heels. Men should wear a well fitted suit with a clean white collared shirt and dress shoes. Be well groomed and well put together. Present a clean, fresh professional appearance by being well groomed and smartly put together. For men, that means clean shaven, with well groomed hair and no dangling or heavy jewelery. For women, that means a sleek updo or a low ponytail and nails that are neat and well groomed. Women should wear clean, simple makeup that includes blush, mascara, and lipstick. Do not put on any elaborate or heavy makeup and keep your accessories minimal, with stud earrings and a small watch. You can finish your look with a simple necklace or a scarf. Compile all necessary documents, like your resume and your cover letter, into one folder. Present a put together appearance by organizing all your documents into one folder, including your resume, your cover letter, and your letters of reference. If you are required to bring any other documents to the interview, be sure to include them in the folder. This will save you from having to rifle through papers on the day of the interview and cut down on your stress levels the morning of the interview. Get a good night’s sleep. This may seem obvious but a good night's sleep the day before the interview can really help you mentally and physically prepare for the interview. Have an early night in and get ready for bed early so you get at least eight to nine hours of sleep. This will allow you to perform at your very best during the interview. Show up to the interview location ten to fifteen minutes early. Do not be the applicant who rushes into the interview five minutes late. Make an effort to be ten to fifteen minutes early for the interview so you can get settled in the interview location and present a professional look. Make sure you bring your folder of necessary documents with you, as well as mints or gum to freshen your breath for the interview. Make conversation with the other applicants. Your interview will likely be with several other applicants or you may be in a waiting room with other applicants waiting for your turn. Chat and be friendly with the other applicants as a way to calm your nerves and show your friendly side. You will likely be observed and rated on your ability to interact with the other applicants as an indication of your people skills. Give the other applicants warm smiles and introduce yourself. Start a conversation with the other applicants by asking them where they flew in from or how they heard about the interview. Break the ice by joining in existing conversations and try to get to know the other applicants. Demonstrate politeness and good manners to the other applicants while you wait, as this will likely be noted by the reviewers. Shake hands and repeat names when you meet the interviewers. Be personable as soon as you step into the interview setting. Give firm handshakes and repeat someone's name when they introduce themselves to help you remember their names. Recalling the interviewers' names later will show you have good attention to detail and care about recognizing someone by name. You should also hand over the folder of documents to the interviewers for review and show off a big smile and a genuine deposition. Though you may feel nervous, try to be yourself and let your personality shine through. Project confidence, warmth, and positivity. Be assertive but not aggressive when you answer questions, and try to give off warmth and positivity. Avoid using negative terms like “not”, “no”, and “never”. You want the reviewers to see that you can display warmth and energy, even when faced with difficult or challenging questions. Try to speak slowly and clearly when you are answering questions. Take deep breaths as you speak and pause if you feel you are speaking too fast. You can also break up your speech with smiles and laughter, as you want to show you can bring joy to the room. If you are in a group interview setting, you should raise your hand to speak and speak up, as you will need to distinguish yourself from the other applicants in the room. You should also listen respectfully when the other applicants are speaking and comment on one thing another applicant mentioned when they spoke as a jumping off point for what you are going to say. This will show you are paying attention to what the other applicants have to say and are not trying to dominate the conversation. Maintain open body language. This means keeping your body positioned towards the interviewer or the person asking you questions, with your hands relaxed by your sides or in your lap and your legs crossed in a calm, relaxed pose. Avoid crossing your arms over your chest or averting your head away from the speaker. You should also maintain eye contact with the interviewers, scanning from face to face as you speak. Avoid staring at one person only during the interview, as you want to show you are conscious enough and confident enough to look at the other people in the room as well. End the interview with a friendly “goodbye”. All flight attendants are expected to greet all passengers when they are boarding or departing a flight. You can demonstrate you know how to do this by ending the interview with a friendly thank you and that you look forward to seeing her again. You should then follow up with the interviewers one week after your interview if you do not hear from them. Most airlines will notify you within a week if you have been offered a position. | Look up sample interview questions based on the airline. Write out your answers to several sample questions. Practice responding to questions out loud with a partner. Wear smart, business appropriate clothing that is not too loud or showy. Be well groomed and well put together. Compile all necessary documents, like your resume and your cover letter, into one folder. Get a good night’s sleep. Show up to the interview location ten to fifteen minutes early. Make conversation with the other applicants. Shake hands and repeat names when you meet the interviewers. Project confidence, warmth, and positivity. Maintain open body language. End the interview with a friendly “goodbye”. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Tell-if-Your-Parents-Are-Abusive | How to Tell if Your Parents Are Abusive | It can be scary if you think your parents are abusive, but the sooner you recognize the signs, the sooner you'll be able to get help. Abuse can come in many forms, and you shouldn't have to go through any of them. While physical abuse usually leaves a cut or a bruise, it can be harder to pinpoint emotional abuse or neglect. If your parents regularly name-call, shame you, or threaten you, they may be emotionally abusing you. Or, if your parents are unwilling to meet your needs, like feeding you, clothing you, and having you bathe, they could be neglecting you. Sexual abuse is also very serious, so pay attention to if your parent touches you inappropriately or bullies you into sexual activity. If you think you're being abused, tell a trusted adult, like a family member, teacher, counselor, or neighbor right away. If you think your parent is going to hurt you, don't be afraid to call 911. It's not your fault that your parent is abusing you, and telling someone about it is the best way to get help. | Think about what happened. There are several things to consider when you're trying to figure out if your parents are abusive. The biggest factors are generally why your parent struck you and how much force they used. Was your parent trying to teach you not to do something dangerous, like running into the street without looking? This type of punishment is sometimes acceptable, as long as it does not get extreme or excessive. Hitting you to take out frustrations is considered abuse, and so is hitting you too hard and with great force. Were you hit because your parents thought this would stop a behavior they don't like? Do your parents ever hit you after they've been drinking alcohol or after hearing bad news? Have your parents ever used an object to hit you, like a belt, tree branch, coat hanger, electrical cord, or anything other than an open-palmed hand on your behind? Do your parents ever lose control while they hit you? For example, does a simple spanking turn into slapping you in the face or punching you? Do they ever pin you down and hold you there? Look for signs of physical injury. The laws on child abuse are very different, depending on where you live. In general, though, one of the biggest factors is often whether or not your parents' acts of violence caused any lasting physical damage to your body. Your parents may be abusing you if you have any of the following after your parents "discipline" you: Cuts or scratches Bruises Bite marks Burns Welts (swollen lumps and bumps on your body) Muscle sprains Broken/fractured bones Think about whether your parents take care of you. Neglect is a form of child abuse. It can be very hard to tell whether your parents are neglecting you, especially if you've never lived with any other parents or caretakers. There is also the question of how much money your family has — your parents may be struggling to keep you clothed and fed, not because they are neglecting you, but because they have economic challenges. Ask yourself the following questions to start to figure out if your parents are neglecting you and your siblings: Are your parents always well-dressed and well-fed, but unwilling to get you clothes that fit properly or to make sure you have food? Do your clothes and shoes fit you okay? Are they clean and warm or cool enough for the weather? Do your parents keep you clean by having you take regular baths/showers? Do they make sure you brush your teeth and comb your hair? Do your parents keep you and your siblings fed? Or do you often go without eating enough food? When you get sick, do your parents take you to a doctor and give you medicine? Are disabled children (you or a sibling) having their needs met? Are basic needs like food or water dependent on meeting a certain standard? If your parents leave the house, and no siblings are old enough to babysit, do they have someone older come and watch you? Or are you left alone and allowed to play in unsafe places/situations? How long are children left alone? Identify inappropriate behavior from your parents. Any type of sexual contact between an adult and a minor is considered abuse. An adult might make threats or use their position of power (as someone most people normally trust, like a coach or teacher) to bully or frighten a younger person into having sex or other sexual activity. If your parents watch you undress (without helping you get dressed), take pictures of you without any clothes on, touch the areas of your body that are private in a way that makes you scared or uncomfortable, or pressure/force you to look at or touch their private parts, that is sexual abuse. Sometimes being touched sexually can feel good, which can be confusing. The person doesn't have to be hurting you for it to be sexual abuse. Recognize physical injuries from sexual abuse. Not all sexual abuse leaves a physical injury, but many acts of sexual abuse do leave bruising, bleeding, and other injuries. Sexual abuse can also cause sexually transmitted infections and even pregnancy in some cases. Common symptoms of sexual abuse include, but are not limited to: Difficulty walking or sitting because of physical pain Bruises, pain, or bleeding from your penis, vagina, or anus Painful discharge during urination or other sign of an STD, frequent yeast infections or urinary tract infections Recognize sexual exploitation regarding media. Parents should not be exposing you to pornography, or creating pornography about you. Some of this involves grooming, or exposing you to sexually explicit content, to make you more open to doing it. Or they may use videos/images of you for sexual use, by themselves or others. Exposing you to pornography on purpose (videos, photos, books, et cetera) Videotaping or taking photos of you naked, for sexual purposes Writing about your private parts Understand child-on-child sexual abuse. Sometimes a child is sexually abused by another child. When this happens, it is usually because the first child is reenacting abuse that was forced on them. Most children do not have an understanding of sex, so generally if another child forces you or a sibling to engage in some type of sexual behavior, it's usually a sign that the child was abused by someone. Talk to a trusted adult if you think someone you know is a victim of sexual abuse, just as you would talk to a trusted adult about your own parents abusing you. Know when you're being verbally abused. Your parent might yell at you to stop you from doing something dangerous or bad, but this one-time incident doesn't necessarily mean you are being verbally abused. But if you experience repeated name-calling, shaming, or threats, then this is considered verbal abuse or verbal assault. Your parents yelling at you or scolding you does not count as verbal assault. That type of discipline is usually appropriate and has a purpose, as long as it doesn't get out of hand. If your parents are constantly screaming or saying mean things to you, even when you haven't done anything wrong, they are emotionally abusing you. If your parents talk down to you, shame you, or make fun of you on a regular basis, they are emotionally abusing you. If your parents are ignorant of your self-identity (LGBT) or talk down on you for it, that can be considered emotional abuse. Any verbal threats made towards you, your siblings, or other family members are also acts of abuse. Recognize ignoring and emotional neglect. If a parent gives you the silent treatment, tries to make you feel bad, or tries to cut you off from having other people in your life (like friends, uncles, aunts, and grandparents), this can also be emotional abuse. If your parent refuses to look at you, refuses to acknowledge you as their child, or refuses to call you by your real name, that is emotional abuse. If your parents refuse to touch you, deny your physical/emotional needs, or say mean things to make you feel bad, they are abusing you. Identify isolating behavior. Isolation means cutting you off from friends, family, or other people who are important to you. They may isolate you from only certain people they disapprove of, or from people in general. This may be an attempt to stop other people from influencing you, so they can keep you under their control. Not allowing you to be friends with people, simply because the parent doesn't like them. Not allowing you to have friends over, or visit friends' houses. Disallowing/ignoring your requests to leave the house or do an activity, even though they have the time/money to do so. Monitoring phone calls and other interactions. Criticizing people in order to alienate you from them. Pulling you out of clubs or even school because they don't like the people you're exposed to. Consider how the parent talks about you. It is wrong for parents to belittle you, say they don't want you, or criticize your personality (as opposed to your actions). There's a difference between saying "you hurt your sister's feelings" and "You're a mean and terrible person." An abusive parent may make you feel unwelcome in the family. Saying they wish you were never born, or that they had aborted you Name-calling Saying they wish they had a different child instead of you (such as a girl instead of a boy, or a non-disabled child instead of a disabled one). Making fun of your looks or abilities Wishing you would die Talking about how bad/difficult/awful you are, either to your face or to someone else right within earshot Talking about how you have ruined their life Kicking you out of your home Notice corrupting behavior. Corrupting means exposing you to something that is illegal or very harmful, and possibly encouraging you to do it. Encouraging you to steal, do drugs, cheat, bully, etc. Giving you drugs or excessive alcohol, or doing this in your presence Encouraging irresponsible promiscuity Encouraging you to harm yourself or others Consider exploitation. Parents should be reasonable when holding children to standards. For example, four-year-olds should not be expected to do laundry, ten-year-olds should not be expected to care for younger siblings for the weekend, and many disabled children should not be expected to do the same things that their non-disabled peers can. Responsibilities and expectations should be based on a child's developmental level. Expecting you to do things beyond your developmental level Making you care for a family member when you are too young or otherwise not able Blaming you for others' behavior Expecting you to do an unreasonable amount of household chores Identify terrorizing behavior. Being terrorized by your parents means feeling threatened or unsafe. Parents terrorize children to make their kids feel fearful. Putting you, a sibling, a pet, or a favorite toy in danger, as a punishment for something you did Extreme, unpredictable reactions Being violent to a person, animal, or object in front of you (such as throwing a glass against a wall, or kicking a pet) Yelling, threatening, or angrily cursing Holding you to high standards and threatening to punish or hurt you if you fail Threatening to harm you, themselves, or others Abusing someone else in sight or earshot of you Consider the use of humiliation or deprivation of privacy, especially as punishment. Abusive parents may embarrass you or invade your privacy, and obsess over whether you are doing things they don't want. They may be the "my house, my rules" type. Making you do something embarrassing Looking through your phone, diary, or browser history Removing the door from your bedroom Videotaping your punishment to post on the internet Making fun of you Following you around when you are with friends Notice signs of gaslighting. Gaslighting is when an abuser tries to convince a victim that the victim's experiences aren't real, to make them doubt their own sanity. For example, maybe an abuser hits a victim and calls them lazy, then the next day says that the victim made that up. Gaslighting includes: Calling you crazy or a liar Telling you "that's not what happened" or "I never said that" Saying that you're exaggerating Telling others that you are delusional, or otherwise unreliable and not telling the truth Moving things around and insisting that nothing has changed Saying "you did that on purpose" when you make a mistake Talk to a trusted adult. The first step to reporting abuse of any kind is to talk to an adult you can trust. That adult can listen to you and help you figure out whether your parents are abusing you. Talk to a trusted family member (like an aunt, uncle, or grandparent), a close friend of the family, a teacher or counselor at school, or a trustworthy neighbor. Tell the adult exactly what happened, and explain any circumstances surrounding the incident. Did anything lead up to it? The adult you talk to should be able to figure out whether your parents are abusing you. If the adult thinks that your parents are abusing you, she should then contact the police. If the adult tells you it's abuse but doesn't call the authorities, you should do so yourself. A school counselor should know who to contact and how to make sure you are safe. She may also have training to help you begin coping with the abuse. Call for help. If you know that your parents have abused you or are continuing to abuse you, you'll need to contact the police or other authority so that you can be taken to a safer place. You can call the police if you need help right away, or call a help hotline to report ongoing cases of abuse. Call 911 if you think your parent is about to hurt you. Your parent might show signs that you know mean they're going to attack you — maybe it happens when they've been drinking, and you can smell the alcohol, and hear yelling. Whatever the signs may be, if you think you are about to be hurt, call 911. The police will be able to come to your home and stop your parent from hurting you right then and there. Look up the phone number for your local Child Protective Services office. You can find this number in the phone book or by searching online — but make sure your parents don't know that you're looking up this number. Call a crisis hotline. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline is operated 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 1-800-4ACHILD (1-800-422-4453). Try to get away from danger. If you are in immediate danger and have called 911, try to hide someplace safe until help arrives. Lock yourself in a room away from your parent (with a phone, if possible). You may also be able to run to a neighbor, friend, or family member's house. | Think about what happened. Look for signs of physical injury. Think about whether your parents take care of you. Identify inappropriate behavior from your parents. Recognize physical injuries from sexual abuse. Recognize sexual exploitation regarding media. Understand child-on-child sexual abuse. Know when you're being verbally abused. Recognize ignoring and emotional neglect. Identify isolating behavior. Consider how the parent talks about you. Notice corrupting behavior. Consider exploitation. Identify terrorizing behavior. Consider the use of humiliation or deprivation of privacy, especially as punishment. Notice signs of gaslighting. Talk to a trusted adult. Call for help. Try to get away from danger. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Lose-10-Pounds-in-2-Weeks | How to Lose 10 Pounds in 2 Weeks | If you want to lose 10 pounds in 2 weeks, try doing high intensity interval training workouts, which are very effective for weight loss. For example, you could workout by alternating between 1 minute of sprinting as fast as you can and 5 minutes of jogging. You can also try throwing away any tempting food you have laying around, like cookies, soda, or chips. Instead, eat lean proteins, whole grains, and colorful vegetables while avoiding processed foods. | Develop an exercise plan. Losing weight means burning more calories than you consume. Losing 5 pounds in one week translates to 17,500 calories lost. A combination of cardio and resistance training (weightlifting) leads to higher weight loss than either activity alone. But if you must choose one, those doing only cardio lose more than those doing only resistance training. Consider High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). That's when you alternate between going all out and taking it easy. For example, you'd run in a dead sprint for 30 seconds followed by 60 seconds of jogging. This shortens your routine and burns more fat, believe it or not. In addition, when you're chilling on the couch, your metabolism stays high and you'll be burning more calories up to 24 hours later. HIIT is great for those with hectic lives — it only takes about 15 minutes. Just remember you still need to warm up and cool down. Take up yoga. Stress is a huge cause of overeating. 60 minutes of yoga (done in the comfort of your living room during your favorite show) burns 180 – 360 calories — but that's not all. Studies have shown that practicing yoga leads to a number of benefits: Reduced stress Increased body awareness (specifically hunger and satiety) Mindful eating Keep it fun. Switching up your routine will keep you from plateauing and keep your body from getting used to your workout. Varying your routine will help you stay motivated, a huge factor in success. Turn social events into opportunities for calorie burning. Skip the movies and go for frisbee golf, tennis, or swimming. Find small opportunities. Any activity can turn into exercise with the right mindset. Opt for the stairs instead of the elevator. Use this as a reason to do chores. Do the gardening, wash your car — stay active! Walk or ride a bike to work or school. This also reduces your expenses and helps the environment, too! Stick to it. You may not see results immediately. Be patient. As your body gets accustomed to the work out, kick it up a notch. Challenge yourself. Only do as much as you can handle. If you feel dizzy or faint, stop. Count your calories. Each person requires a different amount of calories each day. Depending on your activity level, pick a daily allotment and stick with it. To lose 5 pounds a week, you must burn 2,500 calories a day, which is very difficult. Calculate how many calories you need to eat and how much you'll need to exercise to meet your goal. Keep a food journal. This keeps you accountable, because you must record every nibble (even just a bite of a chocolate bar!). It also allows you to see any patterns or places where you can make changes if you aren't losing weight. Don't miss a meal! Staying conscious of your eating habits is the first step to changing them. Work with a friend. Having someone else look over your food journal (and looking over theirs) will help motivate you to stay on track. Consider using an app on your smartphone, like MyFitnessPal, which makes it easy to track your calories throughout the day, as well as exercise and hydration. Maintain a balanced, colorful diet. Healthier foods fill our stomachs up faster. If you feel full and content, you'll be less tempted to graze in front of the fridge. Stock up on fruits and veggies. Let's say you eat 400 calories-worth of junk food. You're probably going to be going back to the fridge in minutes. That's because the oils in junk foods aren't filling. They literally take up less volume in your stomach than fruits and veggies do. To eat 400 calories-worth of lettuce, you'd have to eat about 65 pounds of it. Avoid processed goods. They've lost 90% of their nutrients already. These foods leave you craving more because they don't satisfy any of your nutritional needs. Consume the rainbow. Americans tend to eat a very "white" diet. Eat foods of every color to ensure you're getting the proper amount of vitamins and minerals. In addition to fruits and vegetables, egg whites, soy products, skinless poultry breasts, fish, shellfish, nonfat dairy foods, and 95% lean meat are all recommended for rapid weight loss. Drink water. And then drink some more. A glass of ice cold water will boost your metabolism (your body works to warm it) within 10 minutes. Drink a glass of water before every meal. This will start up your body's CCK, the hormone that signals to your brain that you are full. You'll eat less because your body will tell you to! Eat breakfast. Skipping breakfast actually contributes to gaining weight because you are likely to eat more in the middle of the day. In addition, having breakfast will kickstart your metabolism for the day and get you burning calories. Stick to a 300-calorie breakfast. This is enough to give you that kickstart and but no so many calories that you'll have to make sacrifices at lunch and dinner. Stay away from morning carbohydrates like bagels and pancakes. Your body is more likely to turn them to fat. Instead, try a chia seed breakfast bowl , oatmeal with fruit, a breakfast burrito with scrambled eggs and veggies, or a smoothie. Get rid of temptations. If there's something taunting you in your kitchen, throw it out. Remove highly processed foods from your house — chips, cookies, candy, pastries, white breads, and so on. Dispose of sodas and juice Throw away all "white" carbs and high-fat dairy products Avoid mindless eating. This is one of the most common causes of weight gain. When you're bored and would like to eat something, drink water (and go exercise a bit more). Think about a juice fast. "Juicing" has become a trendy diet where your body is flushed of all toxins by only consuming fruit and vegetable juices. Specially-made juices are available in select grocery stores just for this dieting tactic. Unless your doctor approves in advance, do not juice for longer than a few days. . Go salt-free Water retention in the body will be eliminated, resulting in a slimmer waistline. Salt-free means zero salt. There is no eating out at restaurants; in fact, there's no eating of processed foods at all. Consuming a large amount of water is necessary on this diet. Some green tea is allowed. As sodium is part of a natural diet, this diet is not recommended over a great length of time. Consider the "Master Cleanse. " Similar to juicing, this is a liquid diet. The drink is a mixture of the following: 2 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lemon juice 2 tablespoons grade-B organic maple syrup 1/10 teaspoon cayenne pepper 10 ounces filtered water And herbal, laxative tea is allowed at night. This diet should only be used for 4-14 days. Ease back into eating solid foods slowly. It mainly results in loss of muscle and water retention, not fat. Visit the sauna. In just a quarter of an hour, your body will already be losing water weight. Stay hydrated. Limit yourself to one 15-20 minute session per day. Drink a glass of water afterward. If you have health concerns, do not use saunas. Get a body wrap. The process claims to detoxify your body, reduce cellulite, and tone your skin. There are many different varieties. Go to your local spa for details. These only involve temporary weight loss and are not long-term alternatives to diet and exercise. | Develop an exercise plan. Take up yoga. Keep it fun. Find small opportunities. Stick to it. Count your calories. Keep a food journal. Maintain a balanced, colorful diet. Drink water. Eat breakfast. Get rid of temptations. Avoid mindless eating. Think about a juice fast. . Consider the "Master Cleanse. Visit the sauna. Get a body wrap. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Calculate-Outliers | How to Calculate Outliers | To calculate outliers of a data set, you'll first need to find the median. Then, get the lower quartile, or Q1, by finding the median of the lower half of your data. Do the same for the higher half of your data and call it Q3. Find the interquartile range by finding difference between the 2 quartiles. Then, calculate the inner fences of the data by multiplying the range by 1.5, then subtracting it from Q1 and adding it to Q3. Anything outside of these numbers is a minor outlier. To find major outliers, multiply the range by 3 and do the same thing. | Learn how to recognize potential outliers. Before deciding whether or not to omit outlying values from a given data set, first, obviously, we must identify the data set's potential outliers. Generally speaking, outliers are data points that differ greatly from the trend expressed by the other values in the data set - in other words, they lie outside the other values. It's usually easy to detect this on data tables or (especially) on graphs. If the data set is expressed visually on the graph, outlying points will be "far away" from the other values. If, for instance, the majority of the points in a data set form a straight line, outlying values will not be able to be reasonably construed to conform to the line. Let's consider a data set that represents the temperatures of 12 different objects in a room. If 11 of the objects have temperatures within a few degrees of 70 degrees Fahrenheit (21 degrees Celsius), but the twelfth object, an oven, has a temperature of 300 degrees Fahrenheit (150 degrees Celsius), a cursory examination can tell you that the oven is a likely outlier.. Arrange all data points from lowest to highest. The first step when calculating outliers in a data set is to find the median (middle) value of the data set. This task is greatly simplified if the values in the data set are arranged in order of least to greatest. So, before continuing, sort the values in your data set in this fashion. Let's continue with the example above. Here is our data set representing the temperatures of several objects in a room: {71, 70, 73, 70, 70, 69, 70, 72, 71, 300, 71, 69}. If we order the values in the data set from lowest to highest, our new set of values is: {69, 69, 70, 70, 70, 70, 71, 71, 71, 72, 73, 300}. Calculate the median of the data set. The median of a data set is the data point above which half of the data sits and below which half of the data sits - essentially, it's the "middle" point in a data set. If the data set contains an odd number of points, this is easy to find - the median is the point which has the same number of points above as below it. However, if there are an even number of points, then, since there is no single middle point, the 2 middle points should be averaged to find the median. Note that, when calculating outliers, the median is usually assigned the variable Q2 - - this is because it lies between Q1 and Q3, the lower and upper quartiles, which we will define later. Don't be confused by data sets with even numbers of points - the average of the two middle points will often be a number that doesn't appear in the data set itself - this is OK. However, if the two middle points are the same number, the average, obviously, will be this number as well, which is also OK. In our example, we have 12 points. The middle 2 terms are points 6 and 7 - 70 and 71, respectively. So, the median for our data set is the average of these two points: ((70 + 71) / 2), = 70.5. Calculate the lower quartile. This point, to which we will assign the variable Q1, is the data point below which 25 percent (or one quarter) of the observations set. In other words, this is the halfway point of the points in your data set below the median. If there are an even number of values below the median, you once again must average the two middle values to find Q1, much like you may have had to do to find the median itself. In our example, 6 points lie above the median and 6 points lie below it. This means that, to find the lower quartile, we will need to average the two middle points of the bottom six points. Points 3 and 4 of the bottom 6 are both equal to 70. Thus, their average is ((70 + 70) / 2), = 70. 70 will be our value for Q1 Calculate the upper quartile. This point, which is assigned the variable Q3, is the data point above which 25 percent of the data sits. Finding Q3 is almost identical to finding Q1, except that, in this case, the points above the median, rather than below it, are taken into account. Continuing with the example above, the two middle points of the 6 points above the median are 71 and 72. Averaging these 2 points gives ((71 + 72) / 2), = 71.5. 71.5 will be our value for Q3. Find the interquartile range. Now that we've defined Q1 and Q3, we need to calculate the distance between these two variables. The distance from Q1 to Q3 is found by subtracting Q1 from Q3. The value you obtain for the interquartile range is vital for determining the boundaries for non-outlier points in your data set. In our example, our values for Q1 and Q3 are 70 and 71.5, respectively. To find the interquartile range, we subtract Q3 - Q1: 71.5 - 70 = 1.5. Note that this works even if Q1, Q3, or both are negative numbers. For example, if our Q1 value was -70, our interquartile range would be 71.5 - (-70) = 141.5, which is correct. Find the "inner fences" for the data set. Outliers are identified by assessing whether or not they fall within a set of numerical boundaries called "inner fences" and "outer fences". A point that falls outside the data set's inner fences is classified as a minor outlier , while one that falls outside the outer fences is classified as a major outlier. To find the inner fences for your data set, first, multiply the interquartile range by 1.5. Then, add the result to Q3 and subtract it from Q1. The two resulting values are the boundaries of your data set's inner fences. In our example, the interquartile range is (71.5 - 70), or 1.5. Multiplying this by 1.5 yields 2.25. We add this number to Q3 and subtract it from Q1 to find the boundaries of the inner fences as follows: 71.5 + 2.25 = 73.75 70 - 2.25 = 67.75 Thus, the boundaries of our inner fence are 67.75 and 73.75. In our data set, only the temperature of the oven - 300 degrees - lies outside this range and thus may be a mild outlier. However, we have yet to determine if this temperature is a major outlier, so let's not draw any conclusions until we do so. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/c\/cc\/Calculate-Outliers-Step-7Bullet2.jpg\/v4-460px-Calculate-Outliers-Step-7Bullet2.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/c\/cc\/Calculate-Outliers-Step-7Bullet2.jpg\/aid1448091-v4-728px-Calculate-Outliers-Step-7Bullet2.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"546","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"} Find the "outer fences" for the data set. This is done in the same way as the inner fences, except that the interquartile range is multiplied by 3 instead of 1.5. The result is then added to Q3 and subtracted from Q1 to find the upper and lower boundaries of the outer fence. In our example, multiplying the interquartile range above by 3 yields (1.5 * 3), or 4.5. We find the boundaries of the outer fence in the same fashion as before: 71.5 + 4.5 = 76 70 - 4.5 = 65.5 The boundaries of our outer fence are 65.5 and 76. Any data points that lie outside the outer fences are considered major outliers. In this example, the oven temperature, 300 degrees, lies well outside the outer fences, so it's definitely a major outlier. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/9\/9d\/Calculate-Outliers-Step-8Bullet2.jpg\/v4-460px-Calculate-Outliers-Step-8Bullet2.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/9\/9d\/Calculate-Outliers-Step-8Bullet2.jpg\/aid1448091-v4-728px-Calculate-Outliers-Step-8Bullet2.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"546","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"} Use a qualitative assessment to determine whether to "throw out" outliers. Using the methodology described above, it's possible to determine whether certain points are minor outliers, major outliers, or not outliers at all. However, make no mistake - identifying a point as an outlier only marks it as a candidate for omission from the data set, not as a point that must be omitted. The reason that an outlier differs from the rest of the points in the data set is crucial in determining whether to omit the outlier or not. Generally, outliers that can be attributed to an error of some sort - an error in measurement, recording, or experimental design, for instance - are omitted. On the other hand, outliers that are not attributed to error and that reveal new information or trends that were not predicted are usually not omitted. Another criterion to consider is whether outliers significantly impact the mean (average) of a data set in a way that skews it or makes it appear misleading. This is especially important to consider if you intend to draw conclusions from the mean of your data set. Let's assess our example. In our example, since it's highly unlikely that the oven reached a temperature of 300 degrees through some unforeseen natural force, we can conclude with near-certainty that the oven was accidentally left on, resulting in the anomalous high temperature reading. Also, if we don't omit the outlier, the mean of our data set is (69 + 69 + 70 + 70 + 70 + 70 + 71 + 71 + 71 + 72 + 73 + 300)/12 = 89.67 degrees, while the mean if we do omit the outlier is (69 + 69 + 70 + 70 + 70 + 70 + 71 + 71 + 71 + 72 + 73)/11 = 70.55. Since the outlier can be attributed to human error and because it's inaccurate to say that this room's average temperature was almost 90 degrees, we should opt to omit our outlier. Understand the importance of (sometimes) retaining outliers. While some outliers should be omitted from data sets because they result from error and/or skew results in ways that are inaccurate or misleading, some outliers should be kept. If, for example, an outlier appears to be genuinely obtained (that is, not the result of error) and/or gives some new insight into the phenomenon being measured, they should not be omitted out of hand. Scientific experiments are especially sensitive situations when dealing with outliers - omitting an outlier in error can mean omitting information that signifies some new trend or discovery. For instance, let's say that we're designing a new drug to increase the size of fish in a fish farm. We'll use our old data set ({71, 70, 73, 70, 70, 69, 70, 72, 71, 300, 71, 69}), except, this time, each point will represent the mass of a fish (in grams) after being treated with a different experimental drug from birth. In other words, the first drug gave one fish a mass of 71 grams, the second drug gave a different fish a mass of 70 grams, and so on. In this situation, 300 is still a big outlier, but we shouldn't omit it because, assuming it's not due to an error, it represents a significant success in our experiment. The drug that yielded a 300 gram fish worked better than all the other drugs, so this point is actually the most important one in our data set, rather than the least. | Learn how to recognize potential outliers. Arrange all data points from lowest to highest. Calculate the median of the data set. Calculate the lower quartile. Calculate the upper quartile. Find the interquartile range. Find the "inner fences" for the data set. Find the "outer fences" for the data set. Use a qualitative assessment to determine whether to "throw out" outliers. Understand the importance of (sometimes) retaining outliers. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Recognize-and-Treat-Laminitis-(Founder)-in-Horses | How to Recognize and Treat Laminitis (Founder) in Horses | To recognize and treat laminitis in a horse, start by looking out for the initial signs of laminitis, which include loss of appetite and pain while walking. You might also see your horse pushing its feet forward to relieve the pain while standing. Additionally, check to see if your horse has flaky hooves or odd shaped rings on them. Once you've detected these symptoms, contact your veterinarian immediately. While you wait on the vet, apply ice to your horse's feet to relieve pain. | Understand what Laminitis is. Laminitis is a disease that causes lameness in horses. It was once associated primarily with overweight ponies, but it can affect any age or size of horse. With this disease, the laminae weaken, which attach the pedal bone to the inside of the hoof. The horses pedal bone detaches from the inside of the hoof. Therefore, the pedal bone can turn, and sometimes, it even pushes through the sole. When it pushes through the sole, it's called "founder." This bond is composed of a non-living layer and a sensitive living layer, much like nails and the nail beds. The detachment happens when this layer disconnects. Look for early signs of laminitis. The early stage of laminitis is called the acute stage. In this stage, the horse has developed laminitis, but the hoof hasn't detached yet. Pay attention to your horse's mood. He may seem down, and his appetite may be less than normal. He'll try to avoid exercise, as walking will be painful. He also might be standing differently than normal because he is trying to relieve the pain. For instance, he may push his front feet forward to relieve stress. Look for changes in walking, such as not being able to turn easily, especially on hard surfaces. Even if he seems fine while walking on soft surfaces, how he acts on hard surfaces can be a dead giveaway. Also, the horse may want to shift from foot to foot all the time. Check for hoof changes. The hoof may grow in differently, creating odd rings. Also, the white might grow out larger than normal in a ring. You may notice flaky hooves or hooves that are crumbly around the edges. Also, feel the hooves, as they may be warm to the touch during the early stages. Check for increased heart rate and respiratory rate. When your horse is entering the early stages of laminitis, his heart and respiratory rate can begin to increase. The heart rate may move up to 60 to 120 beats per minute, while the respiratory rate may move to 80 to 100 breaths per minute. Check for signs of the subacute stage. The subacute stage of laminitis is when the laminitis has gone past 3 days, but it still hasn't detached. Symptoms are actually less noticeable in this stage, but they are the same as the acute stage, such as increased heart rate and changed walking stance. Look for changes in the way the horse stands. His feet are painful so he wants to take the weight off them. A typical stance is to rock backwards, putting most of his weight on his heels. This makes the horse look as if he's leaning backwards. It is also difficult to get the horse to move. Having found a relatively comfortable way of standing, he's reluctant to move and cause pain.The chronic stage begins anytime the hoof detaches. Watch for the horse wanting to rest. If the horse wants to lay down or rest more often than normal, that can be a sign of a problem. Similarly, if the horse refuses to come out of his stall or is reluctant to walk, that is likely a sign that laminitis has reached the chronic stage. Call your vet immediately. Describe in detail what you are observing to your vet. Take your horse's temperature and heart/breathing rates. Every horse owner should have a working stethoscope and rectal thermometer available, and know how to use them. Do not force your horse to walk or move. If your horse is showing signs of lameness, do not force him to exercise. If he is a significant distance from home, you should transfer him by trailer. Lay down a deep bed of shavings (4 or 5 inches) in his stall. These shavings will provide padding for your horse, helping to relieve some of the pain. Take some palliative measures while waiting for the vet to arrive. Taking the following measures before your vet arrives will make their job easier and give your horse some much-needed relief. Use cold therapy. Cold therapy is much the same as it is in humans. You ice down the horse's feet just as you would an injured knee or ankle in a human. You can either use a muck tub with ice and water or use ice boots to apply the ice to the horse. Do not leave it on for more than 30 minutes. Provide an NSAID painkiller. These types of painkillers help relieve pain, of course, but they can also help with inflammation. You can give your horse Equioxx, Danilon, or Phenylbutazone ("Bute"), for instance. These are not to be given if the horse is on steroids, as the two drugs are contra-indicated together and can be a fatal combination. Always speak to your vet before giving any prescription medication to your horse. Treatment for laminitis can vary, depending on the severity of the condition, but the mainstay for years is to get your horse started on a regimen of Phenylbutazone, which is a powerful anti-inflammatory. That, along with proper and supportive footing, are two of the treatments used in helping to alleviate the pain/disease. Allow the veterinarian to diagnose the condition. Your vet will check for the symptoms listed above by examining the horse, though she is better trained to spot the symptoms. Your vet may also want to take x-rays to examine the interior of the hoof. Ask how long you should provide anti-inflammatories to your horse. When you are giving your horse some of these drugs, such as Bute, you may need to skip a day after about a week. Ask about acepromazine. This drug can increase blood flow to the laminae, which helps the condition in some cases. It can also sedate your horse to some degree, which will keep him calm and less likely to injure himself further. Get an orthopaedic farrier (one with an additional qualification in treating conditions like laminitis by corrective shoeing) to assess the horse. They may be able to take some of the pressure off the foot by clever use of special shoes. They can also assess to horse to see if sole-pads are appropriate. Be cautious about applying any measures yourself because if you get it wrong you could tip the angle of the hoof and possibly precipitate the pedal bone punching through the sole of the hoof. You can cut a piece of thick foam to the size of the hoof. It should be a couple of inches thick to provide padding for the horse. Investigate the possible causes of the disease to prevent it from occurring again. Laminitis is sometimes caused by a horse being overweight and eating fresh pasture but not always. Other diseases can bring on bouts of laminitis. Research is still on-going concerning this disease, as its mechanisms and best modes of treatment and prevention are still not fully understood. One important test when looking for the cause is to test the blood sugar level of the horse, as too much sugar in the system is one risk factor for this disease. Don't feed too much starch or sugar. Certain grasses are too sugary for horses, who cannot process the starch. Often, grass in spring and fall is too sugary, as well as grass that was grown particularly for cattle. Though experts are still unsure as to why, this overabundance of starch in the horse's body can lead to laminitis. Avoid feeding your horse on cattle pasture, and also avoid putting your horse to pasture soon after a frost. In addition, closely grazed grass can result in pasture that is too sugar-rich for your horse. Limit cereal consumption. Though horses can eat some cereal in their feeds, try to avoid feeding too much. You should especially limit cereals rich in molasses. Similar to overly sugary grass, too much grain can cause excess starch in the body, leading to laminitis. Don't feed more than 3 to 4 pounds of cereal to your horse at one time. Watch for signs of laminitis after infection. Infection in another part of the body can also lead to laminitis. For instance, a horse that doesn't deliver all the afterbirth may develop an infection. In turn, that horse can develop laminitis. Other sicknesses can lead to laminitis, too, such as Cushing's Disease. Be on the lookout for laminitis if your horse has Cushing's. Look for laminitis after giving corticosteroids. If your horse recently had a round of steroids, make sure to be on the lookout for the symptoms of laminitis. You should particularly pay attention when your horse has had a very large dose of steroids. Please note, steroids and bute must not be given together; it can be fatal. If you horse develops post-steroid laminitis, always speak to your vet before giving bute to relieve the pain. Keep horses from racing on hard ground. Another factor that can lead to laminitis is working horses too strenuously on hard ground, such as concrete. In addition, horses who are overweight can suffer from laminitis, as the extra weight adds pressure to the hooves. Keep your horse's hooves trimmed. If you don't keep your horse's hooves trimmed, it can place excessive pressure on the hooves. That pressure can damage the laminae, which in turn can lead to laminitis. Hire a local farrier to keep your horse's hooves trimmed. In addition to keeping the hooves trimmed, the farrier will know what to look for with laminitis, so he or she may catch it earlier than you. | Understand what Laminitis is. Look for early signs of laminitis. Check for hoof changes. Check for increased heart rate and respiratory rate. Check for signs of the subacute stage. Look for changes in the way the horse stands. Call your vet immediately. Do not force your horse to walk or move. Take some palliative measures while waiting for the vet to arrive. Allow the veterinarian to diagnose the condition. Ask about acepromazine. Get an orthopaedic farrier (one with an additional qualification in treating conditions like laminitis by corrective shoeing) to assess the horse. Investigate the possible causes of the disease to prevent it from occurring again. Don't feed too much starch or sugar. Limit cereal consumption. Watch for signs of laminitis after infection. Look for laminitis after giving corticosteroids. Keep horses from racing on hard ground. Keep your horse's hooves trimmed. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Breed-Cane-Corso | How to Breed Cane Corso | Before you breed two cane corsos, take them both to the vet to make sure they're healthy enough for breeding. You should also do genetic testing on both parents, since you won't want to breed them if there's a high probability that the puppies will develop problems. If everything checks out at the vet and with the tests, wait until the female is in heat, which usually happens every 6 months. Then, mate the dogs 2-3 times, waiting a couple of days in between each mating session. After 28 days, you can take the female to the vet to see if she's pregnant. If she is, it will be about 63 days before she gives birth to her puppies. | Locate a mate for your dog. If you only own one cane corso, you will need to hire or recruit a mate for it. Check the registry of a kennel club or the Cane Corso Association of America (CCAA) to see if there is anyone interested in mating their dog with yours. If you have a female dog (or dam), you may need to pay for a male stud. If the stud has a strong pedigree or awards, their fees may be higher. Female dogs should be at least eighteen months old before they breed. If you have a male dog, keep in mind that generally the owner of the dam keeps the puppies. If you want a few of the puppies, you can make an arrangement in which you hire your stud for free in exchange for puppies. Take both dogs to the vet. A full health examination is needed before the dogs can mate. This increases the odds for a healthy pregnancy and a litter of healthy puppies. Test the progesterone levels of the female. Progesterone is a hormone that can tell you how fertile your female dog is. By testing progesterone, your vet can tell you the best time to mate your dog. Do genetic testing on both parents. Cane corsos are generally healthy dogs. Like all dogs, they are susceptible to hip and elbow problems. A DNA test may indicate how likely your puppies are to develop problems. If the probability is high, do not breed the dogs. Some common problems in cane corso include: Hip and elbow dysplasia Epilepsy Ectropion (eyelid folded out) and entropion (eyelid folded inward) Skin allergies Find potential adopters. Even before your dog is pregnant, try to find at least a few potential adopters for the puppies. Advertise that you are going to have a litter of puppies, and create a list of interested people. Tell your friends, vet, and social media networks about your plans to breed the dog. Ask them to refer you to anyone interested in adopting one. You can also contact a kennel or the CCAA. People who are searching for cane corso puppies will often start there to look for breeders. Wait until the female is in heat. In general, cane corso go into heat every six months. When your dam is in heat, it may start urinating more often. You may notice a slight pinkish twinge to the urine. Nervous behavior is also normal. The dam may lift up its rear end to male dogs and hold its tail off to the side. This is a sign that it is ready to mate. Take the dam to the stud to mate. Leave the dogs alone so that they can mate. The stud will mount the dam, and they will stay attached for about ten to thirty minutes. Do not separate the dogs, as you might accidentally injure them. For the best results, try mating the dogs two or three times. Let them mate once every two days. You will typically take the dam to wherever the stud is. This is because male dogs tend to get more nervous in strange places than female dogs do. Try artificial insemination if other options haven't worked. Artificial insemination is useful if you cannot find a nearby stud or if the dam is having problems conceiving naturally. While it is an expensive process, many veterinary clinics now offer it. The vet will monitor the dam's progesterone levels so that semen is injected at the most fertile time. You can get frozen donor sperm from a stud if you can't find a stud in your area. If you have a stud, its sperm will be collected by introducing it to a female in heat. The vet will collect the dog's sperm from an artificial vagina when the male dog tries to mount the female. Watch for signs of pregnancy. Verify if the dam is pregnant by taking it to the vet 28 days after its last mating. The vet will determine if the dog is pregnant by feeling the abdominal area with their fingers (which is called a palpitation) or by using ultrasound. A pregnant dog may start gaining weight, and her nipples will start swelling. Dogs with false pregnancies may also show these signs, however. Take the dam regularly to the vet for check-ups. The vet will monitor the pregnancy to make sure that both the dam and the puppies are healthy. They also do abdominal palpitation and x-ray tests to determine the litter size. For abdominal palpitation, your vet will feel your cane corso's abdominal area for sacs. Each sac carries a puppy. This can be done at day 28 of the pregnancy. X-rays will show how many fetal skeletons are in your dog's uterus. These can be done on day 45 of pregnancy. Feed the dam the same diet it ate before pregnancy. For the first 40 days of pregnancy, do not change the dog's diet. The dam may gain a few pounds, but there should not be significant weight gain. If the dog begins to lose weight, take it to the vet. Increase food after 40 days. For the last few weeks of pregnancy, your dog may need to eat 30% more than it normally eats. Supplement its diet with puppy food to help give it the extra energy that it needs. Your vet should be able to tell you exactly how much more your dog needs to eat based on its litter size. The larger the litter, the more it will eat during this time. Prepare a whelping box for the puppies. Once you know for certain that your dog is pregnant, buy or make a whelping box. This is where the dog will give birth and where it will nurse the puppies. Place the whelping box in a warm, dry, and quiet area of your home. Show the dam where the whelping box is, so she knows where to go during labor. Line the box with newspaper at first. This will help you clean up a messy birth. You can give the dogs blankets when the puppies are born. Whelping boxes can be bought online or at pet stores. Take the dog's temperature around day 60. Most dogs give birth after 63 days of pregnancy. A few days before your dog is ready to give birth, take its temperature with a rectal thermometer. When the temperature drops to 100 °F (38 °C), you can expect the puppies to be born within 24 hours. The dog may start pacing, digging, or moving anxiously around. This can go on for between six and twelve hours before the dog gives birth. Allow the dam to give birth naturally. In most cases, you should not have to interfere with labor. Puppies will be born roughly once every 45 to 60 minutes. After each puppy is born, the mother will tear off their membrane sacs, chew off the umbilical cord, and lick each puppy thoroughly. The puppy should then start nursing. If the puppy doesn't go to the teat, you can gently pick it up and put it there. It is very important for the puppies to nurse within the first twelve hours after birth. If you have a large litter, the mother may stop and rest partway through. Open up the membrane sacs if the mother is unable to. In some cases, the dog may be unable or too tired to remove the membrane. In this case, tear the sac with your fingers near the puppy's head, and pull back the membrane. Clear away any fluids or gunk around its mouth and nose. Gently massage the puppy with a towel. Call the vet if there is an emergency. In some rare cases, the dog may struggle to give birth to all of the puppies. In these cases, you should contact your vet immediately. Call your vet if: The dog hasn't given birth after 70 days of pregnancy. There are more than two hours between births. The dog experiences contractions for over an hour without giving birth. The dog does not go into labor 24 hours after its temperature drops. The dog appears to be in extreme pain (some grunting and discomfort is normal). Feed the mother four meals a day for four weeks. During lactation, the mother will need twice as many calories as normal. Buy a dog or puppy food with at least 430 calories per cup. Instead of feeding the dog once or twice a day, give the mother four smaller meals broken up throughout the day. The mother may not eat for two days after giving birth. This is normal. Wean the puppies onto solid food at three weeks. Mix one part of puppy milk replacer with one part water in a saucer once or twice a day. After about four days, you can then start adding small amounts of crumbled puppy food to the milk. Every day, give them less milk until they can eat solid food on their own. This usually happens around four or six weeks of age. Vaccinate the puppies at six weeks. Take the puppies to the vet so that they can get their first round of shots. These include shots for distemper, measles, parainfluenza, and bordetella. The vet will also examine the puppies for potential health issues. Let the puppies play and socialize. Cane corso are an extremely active breed. As soon as the puppies can see and walk, they will start racing around your home. Be prepared to give them plenty of room to run and roam. Proper socialization from a young age is important for this breed. Make sure they are exposed to plenty of new people while they are young. Try not to walk or exercise the puppies after they eat. Cane corsos are very vulnerable to bloat. Send the puppies to their new homes between eight and twelve weeks. Puppies should not leave their mother before eight weeks of age. Most people adopt puppies between eight and twelve weeks of age. | Locate a mate for your dog. Take both dogs to the vet. Test the progesterone levels of the female. Do genetic testing on both parents. Find potential adopters. Wait until the female is in heat. Take the dam to the stud to mate. Try artificial insemination if other options haven't worked. Watch for signs of pregnancy. Take the dam regularly to the vet for check-ups. Feed the dam the same diet it ate before pregnancy. Increase food after 40 days. Prepare a whelping box for the puppies. Take the dog's temperature around day 60. Allow the dam to give birth naturally. Open up the membrane sacs if the mother is unable to. Call the vet if there is an emergency. Feed the mother four meals a day for four weeks. Wean the puppies onto solid food at three weeks. Vaccinate the puppies at six weeks. Let the puppies play and socialize. Send the puppies to their new homes between eight and twelve weeks. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Parkour | How to Parkour | Before you start parkouring, learn the basic landing that is used in almost all other moves. When you land, make sure your feet are shoulder-width apart and that you don't bend your knees below 90 degrees. Next, try a shoulder roll, where you roll forward diagonally over the back of your shoulder. When you're comfortable with those moves, practice vaults by trying to propel yourself over a low wall. Then, start practicing jumps from 3 feet before working up to higher ones. | Invest in a good pair of shoes. You want a pair that has decent grip and shock absorption (forefoot absorption, too!) -- no skating, soccer, or football shoes. The ones you'll be wearing need to be flexible and light; it's less about protection and more about morphing with your foot to the surface. It is also recommended by many top traceurs (those who practice parkour) to have a shoe that does not have hard plastic in the center of the arch as this will cause your ability to balance on things such as rails to decrease significantly as well as raising the chance for injury. A shoe with a good flat sole and as few pieces of rubber as possible is preferable as the little rubber nubs as seen on most running shoes will tear off with ease when training. Ideally the sole of your shoe should have one to two piece of solid rubber that way it will not tear free as easily and you will get more use from your shoe. You may want good toe bumpers to cushion your cat leaps. And, of course, regardless of the shoe, if it doesn't fit well, it won't work. The shoes must be snug or else you are increasing your risk of injury on landings. Don't concern yourself with brand names. If you are practicing as much as you should be, you will wear those suckers out in a few months. In addition, since you will be practicing outside, they are going to get dirty. Do not waste money on the looks of your feet. Get some comfortable clothes. As long as you can move quickly and your clothes are not restrictive, you are good to go. Just make sure they stay on and you will not find yourself messing with them as you move. Climbing pants, since they allow you to move freely, and are durable, fit well, and don't get in your way. Gramicci, Prana stretch Zion pants (good), North Face, and Arborwear are recommended. Dickies are also durable and offer free-range of motion. Jeans are not recommended, as they are too stiff and do not allow enough freedom of movement. Again, if you have that favorite pair of sweats (that stays up!), go for it. Shirts do not have to be anything fancy, but it is good to have a sweat wicking type. REI and running shoe stores have these. Consider wearing long sleeves to prevent scrapes while first learning. You are going to want to stay cool, so you'll probably want to don cotton. Consider wearing gloves as a beginner. Gloves are not a necessity, and many advanced practitioners skip gloves so they can get a better feel for the way a surface feels. That being said, when you're first starting out, wearing gloves can be a good way to avoid some serious scrapes and cuts that would prevent you from continuing for several weeks. Even if you wear gloves as a beginner, you may eventually decide to ditch them. For the first few weeks afterward, you may come home seeking the ice pack. Soon enough, though, your hands will get used to the work you are putting them through. Find a friend. Not only will your friend help keep you motivated, but they will show you things that did not even occur to you, forcing you to learn. Another choice is a Parkour coach. Someone who has been in the game for a while will be an invaluable resource in shortening your learning curve -- and they will help keep you from getting hurt. If your social network isn't pulsing with the energy of a thousand traceurs, start doing some research; there are Parkour groups worldwide that are always looking for new members. Find a few places to train. Find some area of the concrete jungle that looks enough like a maze but poses less of a challenge (and danger) than the Great Wall of China. Once you have found one, find another. You will need various obstacles to keep your mind and skills fresh. Before you go darting from parking garage to parking garage, however, try mastering your way through a park first. Grass stains are a lot easier to take care of than broken femurs. Stay off private property. The police will not look at you and go, "Sweet, man! How would you get your leaps to look like that? Can I take a look at the definition in your calf muscles?" If trouble does find you, be polite and go on your merry way. Few will understand the purpose of what you are doing, and that is fine. Start slowly. If you injure yourself, you are out for good. Do not tackle an obstacle you think you may be able to do. Your nerves may get the better of you and get the better of your landing. Even if you think that you are not getting hurt, you may need to think of some of the long-term effects of the things you are doing to your body. You need to condition and make your body used to doing certain things without over-stretching or bruising it. Start exploring what your body is comfortable with. How high and far can you jump? How quickly can you get into a roll? You will find the techniques to start with and what techniques need more work. It will also help you gain awareness of your body and body control. Master the landing. There is a basic landing that you will be incorporating into all basic drops. The principles of this basic landing will be used for the advanced landing (the Parkour roll) as well. Therefore, it is important you learn and master this technique first. There are four main key points you always want to remember: 1) When you land, your legs will be about shoulder width apart. 2) You must land on the balls of your feet. That way your body will act like a spring and distribute the landing. If you land on your heels, your body will act like a stiff board and will injure the rest of your joints and body. 3) You will not allow your legs to bend below 90 degrees. Bend below 90° and you put too much strain on your knee joints and you slow yourself down. 4) When you have forward momentum, or are taking a higher drop, lean slightly forward and allow your hands to absorb some of the force. This will keep your legs from bending below 90° on the drop and enable you to continue your run. Only use this basic landing for small drops. Learn the shoulder roll. This move is one of the most basic but useful tools in your Parkour toolbox. A shoulder roll is a forward roll diagonal across your back over the shoulder. Shoulder rolls are important because they reduce the impact of the landing, by converting the downward motion of a fall into forward motion, where you can easily begin to run again. If you are a doing one on the right side you would bring your right arm close to your body and tuck your head and neck close to your chest. Then, roll over your right shoulder and come up onto your feet at the end. The reason you roll diagonally is to reduce the damage to your back and spine. Practice on vaults. These help you clear obstacles easily and with speed. A vault should essentially keep your forward motion going while you are clearing an obstacle. Find a rail. When you run up to it, place both your hands on it and propel your legs to the right. When your knees come up over the rail, move your right arm out of the way, and swing your legs over. You should then be able to land with ease and balance. If balance is an issue, finding a rail of a different height may help. Once you have mastered this, practice doing it to the left. Start training jumps from about 3 feet (0.9 m). You should never jump off anything higher than you yourself can jump. This is because if you repeatedly land on your legs from extensive heights you will damage your knees. Always practice precaution. Find a flight of steps. Start low and work your way up. Once you have done a step 10 times, kept relaxed, and always landed on your toes, move up. Repeat until you have done that step 10 times, relaxed, and always landed on your toes. If balance is an issue, don't move on until it's not. Practice the muscle up. How else are you going to be able to climb over walls? The muscles you use in doing pull ups are the same ones you will be employing in hanging off and getting over walls. Find a bar where the ceiling is still a ways away and get practicing. Start pulling up a bit farther when you are doing your normal pull-up. Get to the point where your elbows are in line with the bar. Then, pull up farther -- bringing your chest over the bar. Get to the point where you can pull up and bring your arms straight over the bar, with it resting near your pelvis. Use your legs to propel upward from a hanging position. Get your intervals down to split seconds. Once you have mastered the basics, start timing yourself on the same courses. How much time can you knock off? This is when a friend comes in handy. Pick an area and find point A and B. Then, either time each other separately or as you both make your way through the course. What is the faster one doing the slower one is missing? A split second here and a split second there can add up and put the final changes on technique. Get in shape aerobically. You are going to be running, jumping, and rolling until the cows come home -- so getting your lungs into shape is priority number one. Hit the treadmill, the elliptical, and start swimming and boxing. Then when you hit the obstacle course, you won't be concerned with getting winded on top of everything else. Even activities like yoga and lacrosse (and other team sports) have their place in Parkour training. If it keeps you going for long periods, do it. Go until staying active for an hour at a time is a piece of cake. Get in shape with your body. Once you have gotten your lungs up to par, it is time to focus on your muscles. You won't need to be doing any serious weightlifting because, let's face it, moving a car out of the way is a lot slower than just jumping over it. However, you work with your own body weight and constantly lifting and propelling that. Start doing push ups , pull ups , squats, and leg lifts like it's your second job. It may seem like training as much as possible is ideal, but your body does need time to heal. Keep the muscle-building exercises to every other day (twice a day is okay if you do not work out too hard) to give your muscles time to heal themselves. They will be all the better for it in the long run. Amp it up. If you have your 5k down and you are doing three sets of 15 reps, twice a day every day of those four exercises, good. Now do more. Do not let your body plateau. Aim for 10% more next week than you did this week. It will be good for your spirit and motivation to boot. Add extra exercises on or switch up your activity routine. Keeping your body guessing is key to developing all your different muscle groups. If you normally swim, go play rugby. Switch a day of squats and leg lifts for planks and sit-ups. Your ability to focus may heighten as well. | Invest in a good pair of shoes. Get some comfortable clothes. Consider wearing gloves as a beginner. Find a friend. Find a few places to train. Start slowly. Master the landing. Learn the shoulder roll. Practice on vaults. Start training jumps from about 3 feet (0.9 m). Practice the muscle up. Get in shape aerobically. Get in shape with your body. Amp it up. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Reduce-Pimple-Redness-and-Size-(Aspirin-Method) | How to Reduce Pimple Redness and Size (Aspirin Method) | If you want to use aspirin to reduce your pimple's redness and size, start by crushing 1 tablet and mixing it with a few drops of water. Once you've worked the aspirin and water into a gritty paste, use your finger or a clean cotton swab to apply it directly on your pimple. Then, let the aspirin sit on your skin for 15 minutes and absorb into your bloodstream. After 15 minutes, wipe the paste off with a wet tissue or washcloth. Avoid leaving the aspirin on your skin for longer than 15 minutes, because it is a blood thinner and can be bad for you in large doses. | Crush 1 aspirin. You need it to be fully crushed for this to work well. You can use 1 to 3 aspirins, but do not use much more than that. Remember, just as you wouldn't swallow a bunch of aspirin without asking a doctor, you don't want to put a bunch of aspirin on your face without talking to a doctor. Using more than a couple aspirins, especially within a short period of time (like 5 or 10 aspirins per day), can lead to blood-thinning issues as it is absorbed into your bloodstream. While it won't cause ulcers, that much aspirin being absorbed into your blood stream is not good! Mix the crushed aspirin with water. You'll want 2 to 3 parts water to 1 part aspirin. You want to have a thick, somewhat gritty paste, which shouldn't take more than a few drops of water (since you're only using 1 aspirin). Apply the paste directly on the pimple(s). Make sure to use a clean Q-tip, or, if you prefer to use a finger, wash it thoroughly with soap and / or rubbing alcohol first to ensure that you don't add new bacteria to your skin. Keep the aspirin there for 15 minutes. You do not want to leave aspirin on your skin for longer than 15 minutes. Otherwise your skin will absorb a lot of aspirin into your bloodstream, where it will remain for awhile. Use a clean, wet tissue to remove the aspirin. This can also be an opportunity for light, gentle exfoliation. Use tea-tree oil. Tea tree oil can actually work better than benzoyl peroxide in reducing lesions and fighting acne. Apply a little tea tree oil to your pimple until it goes away. Apply a raw potato slice to your skin. Raw potatoes can act as anti-inflammatory, if you apply them to your skin. Leave it on for a few minutes and then wash the potato residue off your skin with cold water. | Crush 1 aspirin. Mix the crushed aspirin with water. Apply the paste directly on the pimple(s). Keep the aspirin there for 15 minutes. Use a clean, wet tissue to remove the aspirin. Use tea-tree oil. Apply a raw potato slice to your skin. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Open-a-Drug-Store | How to Open a Drug Store | To open a drug store, consider buying an existing pharmacy so you already have a staff and existing customer base. Or, you can start a brand new pharmacy from scratch, which is usually cheaper and faster. Whichever route you take, you'll need funding to buy or open your drug store, which you can get by applying for a bank loan or finding private investors. Once you have the funds, you can start shopping around for a pharmacy or looking for a space to buy or rent for your new drug store. | Decide whether you will build a new pharmacy or buy an existing one. When opening an independent pharmacy, you have two choices: either build one from scratch or buy an existing one. There are different opinions on which option is better. Each choice has unique challenges and advantages that you should weigh carefully before making a decision. Buying an existing pharmacy: With this option, you'll get a pharmacy that has already been established and has a consumer base. You may also be able to keep some of the staff that worked in the previous pharmacy, which will save time searching for employees later. However, it will most likely be more expensive to buy an existing pharmacy. You'll have to get a bigger loan, find more investors, and wait longer before you start turning a profit from your business. Building a new pharmacy: This option is often cheaper than buying an existing business. With fewer financial arrangements to worry about, you can open the store faster. However, you'll be starting from scratch with customers, so earning a profit may take longer. You'll have to advertise extensively, preferably before your store opens, to make sure you have enough customers to keep your business afloat. It may take a while before enough people know your store to give you a consistent profit. Analyze the local community. This will give you an idea of what sort of services your pharmacy should offer to set it apart from others. Spend some time talking to local residents about their healthcare needs. This way, you'll see if the local population has any unique needs that your drug store can cater to. By tailoring your services to the local community, you can successfully compete with chain stores that don't offer specialized services. Government agencies or chambers of commerce can often provide this type of information. Determine demographic information that may affect your business. For instance, if the neighborhood has a large elderly population, you may want to consider catering towards geriatric needs. Look at the economic state of the neighborhood. If the area is economically depressed, you'll have to keep your prices low to attract customers. This will also help determine the cost of owning a business in the area. If the area is affluent you may be able to charge more money, but you'll also probably pay more in rent, taxes, fees, etc. Pay special attention to if an independent pharmacy recently closed in the area. If you can, investigate why it closed. You can find out what mistakes this owner made that you can avoid, or it may be a sign to avoid an area altogether. Decide on a location for your pharmacy. One of the most important aspects to any successful business is location. When investigating a location, there are numerous things you'll want to keep in mind. What is the competition in the area? If there are several chain pharmacies within a few blocks, you'll have a tough time building your business. It isn't impossible, however. Independent pharmacies can compete with chains if they offer better service or a higher level of expertise than these competitors. You will, however, have to work much harder to build a successful pharmacy if there are chains close by. Is the area visible? Will people walking or driving by be able to notice your pharmacy? This is crucial for when you are just starting out, so you'll want to pick an area that is visible to the local population. Look for nearby businesses. Office buildings and businesses are not only a potential source of customers, but also an indication if the area is good for business. Large chains like McDonald's usually conduct extensive research on a location before opening. If there are some of these nearby, it means other businesses have marked this as a profitable area. Consider the accessibility of your store. It would be good if you had room for a parking lot or there was abundant street parking. Since many of your customers may be elderly, you'll also want an area without stairs or long walks. Do not forget to consider accessibility for those with disabilities as well. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) website can provide additional information. Talk to other businessmen and independent pharmacists. Running a small business is always challenging. It can be both reassuring and informative to talk to others who have been in your position. Meet with other businessmen and independent pharmacists and ask if they have any advice to offer. While independent pharmacists in your immediate area might not be willing to share secrets, you can join national organizations and talk with other professionals, who are not in competition with you, and get valuable advice. Click here for a list of national pharmacy organizations that you can join. Find an accountant. A good accountant is crucial for a small business' success. Acquiring the capital to start a business and managing the business' finances will be a challenge, so you'll need someone who is experienced to guide you through the process. An accountant not only helps you with taxes and balances your books- he will also be your financial adviser and counsel you on business decisions. Therefore, you'll want to hire someone you can trust. There are many things to consider when looking for an accountant. A personal referral is usually the best way to find a reliable accountant. Ask other local small business owners who their accountants are and if they're satisfied with their work. You could also see if your local Chamber of Commerce hosts networking events for small business owners where you could connect with potential accountants. Schedule an appointment with potential accountants. Most accountants will offer a free introductory meeting for potential clients. When you compile a list of candidates, meet with them and discuss their experience and qualifications to see if they would be a good fit for your business. Find out if a candidate has experience working with a small business and in the medical field. Small businesses and pharmacies have unique needs, and you'll want someone who has worked with small businesses and pharmacies or other businesses in the medical field before and understands how they work. Develop a business plan. Before obtaining a loan or finding investors, you'll need to develop a plan for your business. You will then present this plan to potential investors to attract capital to start your business. With the help of your accountant and any other financial/legal advisers you may have, draw up a plan for opening and growing your business. A good business plan should at least do the following. A description of the service your business will offer. Does something set you apart from other drug stores? Will you cater to a specific niche? Investors will want to see this description to determine if your business will offer the kind of service to make it profitable. A projection for the profitability of your business. What are projected annual earnings for your business? How long will it take for you to begin earning a profit? Where will your business be in the next few years? Long-term calculations are important to show investors that they will earn a profit if they provide you with the necessary capital. A full breakdown of your costs. Exactly how much capital do you need to open this store? Include rent, legal fees, advertising costs, renovations, and anything else that will go into opening your store. Also include an amount needed for day-to-day operations. Pharmacies typically take several weeks to get money from insurance companies for the prescriptions they sell, so you'll need money to cover your expenses until you receive this revenue. The money you've already acquired or will be putting down yourself. Investors and banks will usually want to see that you've put down money yourself for the business. This can vary, but it is usually around 20%. Apply for a loan from the bank. Bank loans can cover a few months to few years of your pharmacy expenses, depending on the type of loan. Present your business plan to your bank while applying for a loan. A well-drawn out business plan will demonstrate to the bank that your drug store will be a sound investment, and it will be willing to grant you a loan. Also remember that the bank will probably ask more questions about the business in addition to what is in the business plan, so be prepared to fully explain the business and your own finances. Find private investors. In addition to bank loans, you can find private investors to cover the opening and operating costs of your business. These can either be friends or family, or other business owners interested in diversifying their portfolios. Present your business plan to these potential investors to demonstrate that your pharmacy will bring them a profit. In your agreement with investors, be sure to define exactly what your relationship to them will be. Are they just providing a loan that will be paid back with interest, or are they actually buying into your business? Make sure you are both clear on what your relationship will be if they provide you with capital to avoid any problems in the future. It would help to draw up a contract and have it notarized to make your agreement official and legally binding. Insure your pharmacy. Like with all businesses, you'll need to insure your drug store to prevent financial loss for yourself. Some insurance, like theft and fire, are standard for small businesses. Others, like professional liability insurance, is more unique. Be sure to talk to your accountant, an insurance agent, and perhaps a lawyer to find out what kinds of insurance you'll need for your business. Write a manual for employees. Running a small business can be unpredictable. It's therefore very important to have procedures in place so your employees will respond appropriately to the numerous situations they might experience. Require all new employees to read the manual as part of their training. This will ensure that all your staff are familiar with the store's policies and procedures. Include the proper way to interact with customers in your manual. Keeping your customers happy is your main concern when starting a small business, so you should make certain all your employees are friendly and helpful. Also include what is inappropriate behavior. Make clear what sort of activities are grounds for a warning and which ones are grounds for termination. That way if you have to resort to firing someone, you can say that this was all clearly spelled out in the manual. Investigate all staff before hiring them. No matter how good you are at multi-tasking, you'll need a great staff in your pharmacy to help make it successful. Take care in hiring all of your employees, from pharmacists to cashiers. Perform background checks, interview them, and make sure they are all up to the task. A single bad employee can give your store a bad reputation, which will hurt your business. Hire a pharmacist. All pharmacies need a licensed pharmacist on staff during open hours. If you're planning on starting a pharmacy, perhaps you are a pharmacist and will be performing that task. If this is the case, you should still have a few backup pharmacists to call in case you get sick or need a day off. As the business owner, you also have to concentrate on making the business successful. Sometimes this means taking a step back from pharmacy duties and managing the business at large. Hire pharmacy technicians. Techs help pharmacists by counting pills, typing out prescriptions, and making phone calls. While techs usually don't need to have special qualifications, some pharmacies prefer to hire pharmacy students for these jobs because they are acquainted with drugs and pharmacy management. Try advertising at nearby pharmacy schools if you're looking for good techs. Usually a pharmacy has two techs on duty at all times, although if your store gets busy you may need more. Hire cashiers. Usually drug stores have both a pharmacy and a convenience store that sells household items (usually called the "front"). If this is the case, you should have two cashiers, one for the pharmacy and one for the front. This way your lines won't get backed up and you'll keep everything running smoothly. Hire stock workers. These workers make sure the shelves are neat and well-stocked, and the store is clean. They are very important because an untidy store will drive away customers. For smaller stores, usually having only one stock worker on duty at a time will do, but larger stores will probably need more to keep everything tidy. Hire managers. If your store is small enough, you might be able to oversee the pharmacy and the front by yourself. For a larger store, however, you'll have to delegate duties. Managers oversee the employees and activities of their given area. They also help with insurance, billing, accounting, and other office tasks. If your store is large, you might need two managers, one to oversee the pharmacy and one to oversee the front. That way they can report to you and keep you updated on what goes on in the entire store. Hire security if necessary. Unfortunately, pharmacies are becoming targets for robberies because of the drugs they carry. For this reason, it may be a good idea to have a security guard on duty who can help prevent robberies and keep the store safe. Acquire all the necessary equipment for your business. You'll need at least the following to make your drug store ready to open. This is only a suggested list, and you'll likely find that you need other items to get your store ready. Computers and all the necessary software. Cash registers. Phones and phone lines. Good-quality chairs for waiting areas. Make sure these chairs have arm rests so elderly or disabled patients can get up easily. Inventory for the front of the store, like paper towels, OTC drugs and products, food, cleaning supplies, and anything else you'd like to sell. Vials and pill bottles for the pharmacy. Set up your store effectively. The store's layout is important for making customers want to shop with you. A cluttered store with a poor layout will drive away customers, which will hurt or even sink your business. Keep the following guidelines in mind when designing your floor plan. Have a cash register by the front door so customers can check out and then leave conveniently. Keep all pharmacy-related activities behind a counter in the back of the store. This will ensure that pharmacy staff can work efficiently, and is also important for safety. Make aisles wide enough for wheelchairs and people with disabilities to easily travel down. Designate an area for counseling. Your drug store should have a private area where pharmacists and techs can counsel patients on their medications. In some locations, this is even a law. Ideally this should be back by the pharmacy, so your pharmacist doesn't have to travel far from his post to counsel a patient. Organize aisles by product and hang signs above aisles indicating which products are there. This will help customers find what they need quickly and ensure they leave happy. Set up a security system. All businesses need security in place to keep employees safe and protect your financial investment. You should look into surveillance cameras, alarms, grates for windows, and a safe to help thwart robberies. Get all the licenses, permits, and certifications necessary for opening. These certifications vary depending on the location of your pharmacy, so you'll have to consult local laws to ensure that you are meeting all necessary qualifications. It would be helpful to consult a lawyer who is familiar with the laws for your industry to make sure you are getting all the paperwork you need. For example, in the United States, a state pharmacy license. Each state has a board of pharmacy that evaluates pharmacies and grants licenses. Contact your state's board of pharmacy to get this certification. Sometimes the state board of pharmacy will also want to inspect your pharmacy before it opens, so stay in contact with this office to make sure you are complying with all laws. An additional requirement in the United States is a DEA number. The Drug Enforcement Agency regulates the sale of narcotics, so you will have to register with this agency for permission to do so. Contact your local DEA office to get federal certification. Open your pharmacy before your "grand opening. " Any new business will have a few bugs that have to get worked out- your drug store will be no exception. Therefore, it is a good idea to have some time before the official grand opening to work out the kinks. If you have a big flood of customers on your grand opening and you experience problems, you and your staff can easily be overwhelmed. If service suffers because of it, your store could get a bad reputation right from the start. To avoid big problems, open your doors one or two months before your actual grand opening. This will help you work out any kinks in your system with only a few customers to deal with. That way, you can make sure everything runs smoothly on your grand opening. Market your store before it opens. You'll want to make sure that by your opening day, everyone in the community knows about your store. There are many ways you can advertise your business before your grand opening. Hang a large "Coming Soon" banner outside your store to pedestrians and drivers will know that a business will open soon, and take out an ad in the "Coming Soon" section of your local newspapers. Send out circulars in the mail or place them on houses manually. These flyers should describe your business and the services you will offer. It would also be good to include some opening day sales to attract customers. Use social media. Start a social media page for your business. Share it on your own personal page and ask friends, family, and staff to do the same. With enough shares, you can get a lot of free advertising. Sponsor a large celebration for your grand opening. When your store is all set up and you've worked out any problems in your system, announce to your local community that you've officially opened. Contact local news outlets and see if they will cover the event. Also see if the mayor or another local politician will partake in a ribbon-cutting ceremony- this will attract the press and a lot of community attention. With a big grand opening event, you can ensure that the entire community will know about your store opening. Join local community organizations. Pharmacists and other small business owners are often active in their local communities. This helps expose both them and their businesses to the public and helps profits. See if there are any events at local schools, parks, religious institutions, and civic associations. Stay active in your local community to have your business recognized. Partner with other medical professionals in the area. Referrals from doctors can be a great way to grow your consumer base. If there is a doctor's office nearby, go in and introduce yourself. Ask if the doctor would mind you leaving a few business cards or circulars in his office. If you make a good impression and demonstrate that you're a health professional who cares about your patients, he may start referring his patients to you. | Decide whether you will build a new pharmacy or buy an existing one. Analyze the local community. Decide on a location for your pharmacy. Talk to other businessmen and independent pharmacists. Find an accountant. Develop a business plan. Apply for a loan from the bank. Find private investors. Insure your pharmacy. Write a manual for employees. Investigate all staff before hiring them. Hire a pharmacist. Hire pharmacy technicians. Hire cashiers. Hire stock workers. Hire managers. Hire security if necessary. Acquire all the necessary equipment for your business. Set up your store effectively. Set up a security system. Get all the licenses, permits, and certifications necessary for opening. Open your pharmacy before your "grand opening. Market your store before it opens. Sponsor a large celebration for your grand opening. Join local community organizations. Partner with other medical professionals in the area. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Treat-Sciatica | How to Treat Sciatica | To treat sciatica, start by resting and icing the affected area for 10-20 minute intervals 3-4 times per day. Additionally, take anti-inflammatories or muscle relaxers to ease the pain. Then, try low impact exercise and stretching to create support for the sciatic nerve by strengthening the muscles in the back and abdomen. You should also avoid sitting or standing for long periods of time, which can compress the injured area. Holistic methods such as acupuncture, chiropractic care, or massage therapy can also significantly lessen the pain. | Rest. This is the most important step in healing any illness or injury, so be sure your body is getting plenty of rest. If necessary, take time from work or school to sleep and allow your back to heal. Apply ice to the affected area. This will reduce swelling and tension while providing minor relief from the discomfort. Ice packs can be kept on the area for ten to twenty minute intervals for optimum results. Do this three to four times a day. Follow the ice packs with hot compresses to constrict blood vessels and soothe pain. Take medications to reduce swelling. This will not only bring down inflammation but also aid in reducing pain. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can be purchased over the counter and are effective for pain due to minor sciatica. Muscle relaxers can be taken to reduce muscle spasms and pain. Prescription-strength medications, such as oral steroids, may be prescribed by your doctor if nothing else helps. They are an effective option to treat chronic sciatic nerve damage. Stretch the affected muscles. Low impact exercise and stretching can help to heal the muscle and strengthen it against further damage. Stretch the piriformis muscle — this muscle is deep in your buttocks under your gluteus maximus and runs parallel to the sciatic nerve — often to relieve tension on the nerve. Participate regularly in low-impact exercise such as water aerobics. This will reduce tension on your joints while encouraging healthy muscle development. Strengthen the muscles of the back and abdomen to create strong support for the sciatic nerve. You can do compound movements or stretches. Avoid siting or standing for long periods of time. This can compress the injured area even more, increasing pain. Instead, try going for walks or laying down. Wear a back brace. This will help to support your back and reduce further strain on the nerve. If necessary, you can also use a cane or crutches to aid in walking. Get acupuncture. A licensed acupuncturist will insert thin needles into your body to help relieve pain. You may feel discomfort during the treatment, but it won't hurt. Many people find relief from their pain after an acupuncture session. It's best to use acupuncture in addition to other treatment options. Visit a chiropractor. Getting regular spinal adjustments can also help manage your pain. The chiropractor can manipulate your spine to relieve some of the pressure on your sciatic nerve. This can help relieve your pain. You will need to visit your chiropractor regularly to get adjustments. This option is best for long term management of your pain. Undergo massage therapy. A qualified massage therapist can help relieve your pain. The massage will increase the circulation of your blood around the affected area. It also relaxes your muscles and releases endorphins, which are your body's natural pain relievers. Ask your massage therapist about their education and work history. Look for someone who has experience working on patients with chronic pain. Visit a physical therapist. They will be able to perform special exercises and stretches to greatly increase your rate of recovery. Try ultrasound therapy. This is a special machine that uses sound waves to reduce pain and muscle tension. Talk to your doctor about getting a steroid injection. Your doctor can inject a steroidal medication close in the affected area to reduce pain and swelling. This is an effective treatment for sciatica that is safe when done under a doctor's care. Steroids can cause side effects if used long term, but they are safe for short term use. Try chemonucleolysis. This is another injection done by a doctor to help shrink or soften the damaged disk. Get surgery. Although this should be the last step taken, surgery can help to correct a difficult case of sciatica by relieving the pressure on the sciatic nerve or correcting a damaged disk. Avoid heaving lifting. This can compress the nerves in your spine and injure the nearby muscles. Stay in shape. Obesity can compress your sciatic nerve, causing you pain. Regular exercise and a healthy diet can both help to reduce pain associated with sciatica. Avoid pressure on the back and legs. This includes sitting for extended periods of time and lifting things that are too heavy for you to safely manage. Maintain exercises and therapy. Regularly practice the exercises that help to treat sciatica post-recovery including crunches and leg stretches. | Rest. Apply ice to the affected area. Take medications to reduce swelling. Stretch the affected muscles. Wear a back brace. Get acupuncture. Visit a chiropractor. Undergo massage therapy. Visit a physical therapist. Try ultrasound therapy. Talk to your doctor about getting a steroid injection. Try chemonucleolysis. Get surgery. Avoid heaving lifting. Stay in shape. Avoid pressure on the back and legs. Maintain exercises and therapy. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Tell-if-a-Tattoo-Is-Infected | How to Tell if a Tattoo Is Infected | To tell if your tattoo is infected, notice if it becomes a darker shade of red, which could be a sign of serious infection. Similarly, your tattoo will naturally be itchy, but if the sensation gets stronger over time or it lasts over a week, your tattoo might be infected. You should also bear in mind that your tattoo will be very sensitive and slightly swollen for the first 48 hours, so you should wait until at least the third day before coming to any conclusions. However, if you notice significant swelling or any fluid-filled boils or pustules at any time, you should seek help immediately. If you think your tattoo may be infected, you should visit your tattooist first, and then see a doctor if your symptoms persist. | Wait a few days before coming to any conclusions. The day you get a tattoo, the entire area will be red, slightly swollen, and sensitive. New tattoos will be somewhat painful, about as sore as a severe sunburn. In the first 48 hours of getting a tattoo, it can be very difficult to determine whether or not an infection has set in, so don't jump the gun. It's critical to maintain a proper tattoo aftercare procedure and adopt a wait and see policy. Care for and wash your tattoo as per the artist's instructions and be sure to keep it dry since moist areas breed infection. If you're prone to infection, be sure to take good care of your tattoo and take an anti-inflammatory medication, like Ibuprofen, if necessary. Pay attention to your pain. If the tattoo is especially painful, and the pain lasts for more than 3 days following the tattoo session, go back to the parlor and ask the artist to examine the tattoo. Look for heat, redness, and itchiness. Feel with your hand above the area for warmth. If you can feel heat radiating from the area, that's a sign that it might be seriously inflamed. Redness can also be a sign of infection. All tattoos will get slightly red in the area around the lines, but if the redness gets darker as opposed to get lighter, and if it gets more painful instead of less, it's a sign of serious infection. Look for red lines radiating out from the tattoo itself. If you see thin red lines radiating out from the tattoo, seek emergency medical care because you may have blood poisoning. Itchiness, especially itchiness spreading outward from the area of the tattoo is also a sign of an allergic reaction or infection. Tattoos will itch some, but if it gets especially strong and lasts more than a week after you get the tattoo, you may want to get it checked out. Look for serious swelling and discharge. If the area in or immediately around the tattoo swells up unevenly, that can be a serious sign of infection. Any fluid-filled boils or pustules in the area are definitely signs of infection and should be treated immediately. If the tattoo raises up significantly instead of shrinking down, get it checked out. Foul-smelling discharge is also a very serious sign. Go immediately to the emergency room or see your physician. Take your temperature and pay attention to how you're feeling. Any time you're concerned about the possibility of infection, it's a good idea to take your temperature with an accurate thermometer and make sure it's not high. If you're feeling feverish, it can be a sign of an infection that needs to be treated sooner rather than later. A fever within 48 hours of getting the tattoo, nausea, body aches, and generally feeling unwell are all signs of infection. If you have these symptoms, see your doctor promptly. Show the infection to the tattoo artist. If you're concerned about your tattoo but aren't sure whether or not it may be infected, the best person to talk to is the artist from whom you received the tattoo. Show them how it's progressing and ask them to evaluate it. If you're experiencing severe symptoms, like foul-smelling discharge and significant pain, skip this step and go to the doctor or the emergency room immediately to receive treatment. Go to the doctor. If you've spoken with your tattoo artist and have tried to care for the tattoo as best you can and still are experiencing symptoms of infection, it's important to get to the doctor as soon as possible and get on antibiotics. There's usually not much that can be done topically to the tattoo, but medication can help fight the infection. Start taking antibiotics as directed as soon as possible to help your body fight off infection. Most topical infections should be able to be easy to kick quickly, but blood infections are serious business and need to be treated swiftly. Use a topical ointment as directed. Your doctor may prescribe topical ointment as well as antibiotics to keep your tattoo healing properly. If so, apply the topical ointment regularly and keep the tattoo as clean as possible. Wash it gently with clean water twice a day, or follow your doctor's specific instructions. After treating the area, you may need to keep the tattoo covered with sterile gauze, but also let it get enough air to avoid promoting further infection. The tattoo needs fresh air. Keep the tattoo dry while the infection heals. Wash your tattoo regularly with a very small amount of non-scented soap and clean water, then blot dry it thoroughly before re-bandaging it or keeping it uncovered. Never cover or soak new tattoos that have become infected. Keep your tattoo clean. Always follow the instructions the tattoo artist gives you about caring for your new tattoo and make caring for your new tattoo a priority. Rinse the area gently and wash it thoroughly with antibacterial soap, starting 1 hour after receiving the tattoo. Then, rinse the area again and pat it dry with a new paper towel. Tattoo artists will usually provide you with a tube of cream, often Tattoo Goo or Aquaphor, or another topical ointment. Apply the ointment to the tattoo to keep it clean and healing properly for at least 3-5 days after receiving the tattoo. Never use Vaseline or Neosporin on new tattoos. Let the tattoo get enough air as it heals. In the first couple of days of receiving a new tattoo, it's important to keep it as comfortable as possible, letting it heal naturally. Don't use too much ointment, as the skin needs to be able to breathe. Avoid wearing clothing that might irritate the area and keep it out of the sun as much as possible to avoid bleeding the ink. Get tested for allergies before receiving a tattoo. While it's uncommon, some people are allergic to certain ingredients in tattoo ink, which can create an ugly and painful situation if you get a tattoo. It's best to get an allergy test performed if you're interested in getting a tattoo. Usually, black ink doesn't contain anything that people are allergic to, but often colored inks will have other additives that can cause reactions in some people. If you just want to get a tattoo with India ink, you're probably fine, even if you have sensitivities. You can also request the artist use vegan ink made with natural ingredients if you have sensitive skin. Get tattoos from licensed tattoo artists only. If you're going to get a tattoo, spend some time researching good parlors and artists in your area, and make sure the artist you choose to tattoo your body has a license and that the parlor has a good track record of cleanliness and customer satisfaction. Avoid stick 'n pokes and other home tattooing options. Even if your friend is "really really good" at giving tattoos, make an appointment with someone who gives tattoos professionally to get yours done. If you make an appointment and show up to find any suspicious behavior or unclean environments, cancel your appointment and walk out. Find a better tattoo parlor. Make sure your tattoo artist uses new or disposable needles. Good tattoo artists make cleanliness a priority and will take steps to show you clearly that they're opening new needles and putting on gloves. If you don't see this happening, ask. Good tattoo parlors should make this obvious and should respect your concern for your own safety. Disposable needles and instruments are best. If the shop reuses instruments, even if they've been sterilized, you have a higher risk of infection. | Wait a few days before coming to any conclusions. Look for heat, redness, and itchiness. Look for serious swelling and discharge. Take your temperature and pay attention to how you're feeling. Show the infection to the tattoo artist. Go to the doctor. Use a topical ointment as directed. Keep the tattoo dry while the infection heals. Keep your tattoo clean. Let the tattoo get enough air as it heals. Get tested for allergies before receiving a tattoo. Get tattoos from licensed tattoo artists only. Make sure your tattoo artist uses new or disposable needles. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Respond-to-Redirected-Aggression-in-Cats | How to Respond to Redirected Aggression in Cats | To respond to redirected aggression in cats, walk away whenever your cat is being aggressive to minimize chances of an altercation. If your cat is staring intensely out of the window and seems stressed or aggressive, try clapping your hands or making a loud sound to redirect its attention. You should also bear in mind that you're dealing with an aggressive cat, so only engage with it if absolutely necessary. Alternatively, If you do have to intervene, try and wear thick gloves and clothing to protect yourself from biting or clawing. | Walk away. Redirected aggression is an involuntary reflex. Your cat doesn't mean to make you the target of its aggressive outburst; the cat simply reacts to how its body feels. If your cat is showing signs of aggression toward you for seemingly no reason, consider just walking away and giving your cat a chance to calm down. Leaving your cat alone to get over the feelings of aggression is the best bet to ensure that there is no unintended altercation between you and your pet. You should also try to segregate the cat from any other pets or humans in the house. Interrupt the observation. If your cat is staring out the window with incredible intensity, you may want to try to break the spell. Give your cat a quick spray of water, clap your hands loudly, or make a loud sound to startle the cat. This should hopefully cause your cat to stop paying attention to whatever it is that is agitating it and give the cat an opportunity to calm down. If you use water, keep a spray bottle readily available. Make safety your top priority. Remember that when you're dealing with an aggressive cat, it's possible that you may get injured. The cat may bite you or claw you in its redirected aggressive outburst. If you have to engage with an aggressive cat, take the proper safety precautions. Wear thick gloves if possible or several layers of clothing. Try to avoid separating your cat from another animal if it is behaving aggressively. But if you must interfere, be extremely careful and be cautious of bites and scratches. Try using a squirt bottle or pillow to break up a fight between cats. Remember that it is possible for the cat to injure itself also. Try to control the cat's behavior without provoking it to react in a way that is more harmful to itself. If you do get bit or scratched by a cat, go to a doctor right away to have it treated and looked at. Even if it seems superficial and not serious, cats' mouths have lots of bacteria and can cause very severe infections that can become systemic if not treated. Limit the cat’s view outdoors. If your cat is an indoor-only cat, consider limiting how much access your cat has to viewing the outside world. Your cat is responding with aggression to things that it sees outside, but taking it out on you. You can minimize this problem by removing the temptation of the things the cat feels aggressive toward outside. Try covering the windows with blinds or curtains, preferably ones your cat can't simply push out of the way. Remember to leave the door closed so that your cat can't constantly look out of the screen. Additionally, you can try closing the doors to rooms that provide views of the outdoors. Separate cats that fight often. If you have more than one cat in your home and one (or more) of them seems to initiate fights and engage in aggressive behavior often, you may want to consider separating them. After the cats have been separated for a while (at least a few days), start introducing them to one another again slowly. Start with a smell introduction, where you bring in something that smells like the other cat. Then move toward a short face-to-face encounter. Keep lengthening the amount of time you keep the cats together until you think they're ready to be around each other full time again. Avoid bringing in scents of other animals. Sometimes cats redirect aggressive behavior towards their owners if they catch a whiff of an unfamiliar animal on their human. If your cat is acting aggressively, try to limit your contact with other animals outside the home. If you must engage with other animals, try to wash your hands or change clothing before you see your cat at home. Know that it isn’t directed at you. Recognize the fact that the aggressive behavior isn't really directed at you. This kind of outburst is an instinctual, involuntary reaction that your cat is having to other external factors. Sometimes, if the cat can't get to the thing causing the aggressive feelings, it will lash out at the next thing it encounters. This doesn't indicate that your cat is mean, doesn't like you, or that you have a bad relationship with your cat. Speak to an animal behaviorist if your cat continues to be aggressive. If you are still having trouble understanding your cat's aggressive behavior, find a board certified animal behaviorist to help you understand and work through your cat's behavior. This person can provide additional guidance and techniques you can use to help your cat. Start by talking to your cat's veterinarian, who may be able to offer a referral. Otherwise, search for an animal behaviorist in your area. Watch for signs of aggression. If you know what to look for, the signs of aggression can be pretty obvious in cats. They typically either make themselves larger in an overtly aggressive manner, or they try to make themselves appear smaller in a defensively aggressive situation. Some standard signs of aggressive behavior in cats include: Growling, howling, hissing, or spitting. Stiff tail lowered to the ground. Crouching. Flattened ears. Turning sideways instead of facing the opponent straight on. Monitor potential triggers. There are quite a few situations that commonly cause cats to redirect their anger. In these situations, the cat is unable to reach or interact with the object of its aggression, so it transfers these feelings and instincts to something in its environment. Some examples of situations that can cause redirected anger in cats include: Seeing another cat outside through the window. Smelling a strange cat's odor on a family member. Watching birds or other prey animals. Being in an animal shelter or veterinarian's office. Hearing high-pitched noises. | Walk away. Interrupt the observation. Make safety your top priority. Limit the cat’s view outdoors. Separate cats that fight often. Avoid bringing in scents of other animals. Know that it isn’t directed at you. Speak to an animal behaviorist if your cat continues to be aggressive. Watch for signs of aggression. Monitor potential triggers. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Knit-a-Baby-Hat | How to Knit a Baby Hat | To knit a baby hat, start by casting 60 stitches onto size 6 needles. Then, knit 50 rows of stitches. After you've knit an approximately 5 inch wide swath, start to taper off the hat by knitting two stitches at once. When you have only one loop left on your needle, cut the yarn, leaving a long piece still attached. Next, thread the yarn through a sewing needle and sew the sides of the hat together. Finally, tie a knot and trim the end of the yarn. | Select the type of yarn. Because you have chosen to knit a baby hat, you will more than likely select a baby yarn. Consider buying extra-soft baby yarn, but know that you do not have to buy a yarn that is specifically made for babies. Know what yarn weight you need. Most baby items are made from lighter weight yarn, either “superfine” (1) or “fine” (2). Decide what color of yarn you prefer. Remember that not all parents want pink for a girl or blue for a boy. Consider a gender neutral color or primary color. Consider choosing a variegated baby yarn instead of a solid color. There are also some new yarns that form a pattern as you knit. Select the right needles. Many baby hat patterns require size 6 (4mm) needles. Start with straight needles if you are just beginning to knit. Circular needles are generally used by more advanced knitters. Determine how big your needles need to be. The needle size determines how big the loops are in your hat, and the wrong needles may lead to the hat being the wrong size. Note that there are metric and US sizes, so you may need to convert the size. Cast on your knitting. Casting on is the way that you begin your knitting by creating a row of loops on one of your needles. See How to Knit for step-by-step instructions for casting on. Cast on 60 loops (if using 4mm needles) (more if the hat is not for a newborn). Hold your needles so that the left needle has the knitting on it, the needle points are facing away from you, and the yarn is leaving the needle to the right, on the bottom side of the needle. Knit a 5 inch swath using a basic knit stitch. This will probably be about 50 rows if you're using a fine baby yarn. Hold the needle with the cast-on loops in your left hand and pass the needle in your right hand through the stitch and behind your left needle. Wrap a loop of yarn counter-clockwise around the right needle point. Pull the right needle off through the stitch on the left side, and push the top stitch off of the left needle. Each knit stitch will add one loop to the needle on the right and remove one from the needle on the left. When you finish a row, change the needles to your other hands so that you start each row with the knitting on the left needle. Be sure your knitting trails to the right as you are knitting, towards the (at first) empty needle. Taper off for the top of the hat. After knitting for about 5 inches, begin to decrease the length of your knitting. Instead of going through one stitch with your right needle, go through two stitches. Continue the 2-stitch decrease until you have only one loop left on your needle. Cut off your extra yarn. Be sure to leave yourself a nice long tail of yarn for sewing the sides of the hat together. Tie the tail in a simple knot where it leaves the knitting before you begin to stitch with it. Sew the hat together. Use a large sewing needle or a bobby pin, sew the hat sides together. Weave the excess yarn in and out along the two sides. Tie off the end and cut off the remaining tail. Flip your hat inside out. The stitched seam should be on the inside, where it won't be seen. Decide how you want to give your hat as a gift. Wrap it nicely or include it in a display that includes other practical baby items, such as on top of a “diaper cake.” | Select the type of yarn. Decide what color of yarn you prefer. Select the right needles. Cast on your knitting. Knit a 5 inch swath using a basic knit stitch. Taper off for the top of the hat. Cut off your extra yarn. Sew the hat together. Flip your hat inside out. Decide how you want to give your hat as a gift. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Rejuvenate-the-Skin | How to Rejuvenate the Skin | To rejuvenate your skin, follow a 4-step process of cleansing, exfoliating, toning, and moisturizing. To start, rinse your face with warm water and a gentle cleanser that will remove oils without drying out your skin. Once your skin is clean, gently rub an exfoliating cream on your skin to remove any dead skin cells. Just make sure you only exfoliate 2-4 times a week since your skin needs time to regenerate afterward. After you rinse off the exfoliant, dip a cotton ball in toner and apply it to your face to soak up oil and remove dirt. This can be repeated every morning and evening. Finally, apply a moisturizer to keep your skin soft and hydrated. If you have oily skin, choose a noncomedogenic lotion-based moisturizer to prevent clogged pores. Alternatively, if you have dry skin, choose one with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, which reduces water loss. | Know your skin type. How you care for your skin will depend on your particular skin type. There are five basic skin types. Normal skin is clear and not particularly sensitive. Dry skin is flaky or rough. Sensitive skin may burn or itch when you apply certain products. Combination skin is dry in some areas and oily in others. Use a gentle cleanser. Rise your face with the cleanser, but don't scrub. Rinse with warm water and pat dry. If you find a particular cleanser dries out your face, experiment with different brands until you find one that works. A cleanser without alcohol or fragrance will work best with dry skin. If you have oily skin, use an oil-free, non-comedogenic foaming cleanser. For sensitive skin, choose a hypoallergenic cleanser that doesn't contain unnecessary additives. Don't over wash your skin. Over washing dries out your skin. Unless you are exercising, you shouldn't need to wash your face more than once a day. In the morning, wash your face with lukewarm water. At night, apply your gentle cleanser and moisturizer. Remove your makeup at night. Makeup clogs your pores and can lead to acne. Remove it each night before bed using a gentle cleanser. Apply toner. Skin toners help soak up oil and remove dirt. They should be applied before moisturizers. Begin by applying a gentle toner in after washing your face in the morning and the evening. Apply the toner to a cotton ball and gently rub the toner onto your face in small circles. Repeat the process with new cotton balls until you no longer see dirt on the cotton ball after you apply it to your face. Apply an exfoliator. Exfoliators remove dead skin cells. They should only be used two-to-four times a week since your skin needs time to regenerate. Mechanical exfoliators use small, rough particles to sand away the outer layer of your skin. They are best for oily skin. Chemical exfoliators increase your cellular turnover rate to slough off the dead skin. Some chemical exfoliators, such as those with high concentration of vitamin C, may not be appropriate for dry or sensitive skin. If you're using a mechanical exfoliators, gently rub your face in small circles. Don't apply a lot of pressure—just enough so you can feel the rough surface of the exfoliator. If you're using a chemical exfoliator, apply a small five drops to your skin and let it soak in. Do not rinse off the exfoliator, but remember to apply moisturizing after the exfoliator has soaked into your skin. Apply moisturizer. Whether your skin is normal, dry, or oily, it needs moisture. Choose an oil-free moisturizing to avoid blocking your pores. Choose a moisturizing the contains an SPF of at least 30. If your skin is oily, use a noncomedogenic lotion-based moisturizing instead of a cream to avoid clogging your pores. If you skin is very dry, choose a moisturizing that contains hyaluronic acid and Niacinamide, both of which help reduce water loss. Niacinamide can also help to remove a tan from the face. If you have sensitive skin, choose a moisturizing that contains green tea, rose, or chamomile. Apply moisturizing twice a day: when you wake up and before you go to sleep. Apply the moisturizer while your skin is still damp. Apply moisturizing every day for the best results. Make a honey and lemon skin rub. Lemon juice is an excellent skin rejuvenator that helps reduce age spots. The vitamin C in lemon juice also helps decrease free radical damage. Cut a lemon in half and apply a few drops of honey to the freshly cut side. Apply the lemon directly to your skin and rub it in a gentle circular motion for approximately ten minutes. Repeat the lemon rub once or twice a week. Make a hydrating cucumber face mask. Cucumber is full of water and antioxidants, both of which can help rejuvenate your skin. Mix two teaspoons of grated cucumber with ½ cup of yogurt. Apply the mixture to your face and neck and let it stand for twenty minutes. Rinse off the mask with warm water. Apply the mask twice a week. Make an exfoliating papaya mask. Papaya contains vitamins A, C, and E, all of which exfoliate and soften the skin. Mix two tablespoons of papaya with one tablespoon of honey and ½ teaspoon of lemon juice Apply the mixture to your face and let it stand for fifteen minutes. Risk off the mask with warm water and finish by applying cool water to your face. Apply the mask once a week. Make a rejuvenating green tea mask. Green tea is full of antioxidants that can help prevent and repair sun damage. Mix ½ teaspoon of lemon juice with two tablespoons of green tea. Apply the mixture to your face and let it stand for twenty minutes. Rinse off the mask with warm water. Adopt healthy habits. The daily habits you engage in have a large impact on how your skin looks. By maintain a routine of healthy habits, you can ensure that your skin stays healthy throughout the year. Drink eight glasses of water everyday to help keep your skin soft and supple. Get seven-to-nine hours of sleep a night since sleep helps to rejuvenate your skin. Eat a healthy diet. Fruit, vegetables, fish, and legumes are important for healthy skin. On the other hand, fried foods and sugar tend to dry out your skin. If you don't eat meat, take an algae tablet that contains Omega-3 fatty acids. Change your lifestyle. To achieve glowing skin, you need to take care your body. That can mean changing your lifestyle to rid yourself of harmful substances or adopt healthy practices. Drink less alcohol and quit smoking as both of these substances can dry out your skin and accelerates signs of aging. Exercise for thirty minutes daily to boost your circulation and activate naturally-occurring moisturizers in your skin. If you hate going to the gym, try yoga. Ask your doctor about vitamin A. Prescription vitamin A treatments such as Tretinoin can help rejuvenate aging skin. Vitamin A is especially useful for skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis. Vitamin A treatments are also available over-the-counter as Retinol. Ask your doctor about Botox. Botox is typically reserved for dynamic wrinkles and requires that you visit a dermatologist for a shot. Dynamic wrinkles are wrinkles that appear when you're moving your face, such as when you smile or frown. Botox is only available as a prescription from your doctor. Ask your doctor about resurfacing procedures. These more elaborate procedures include laser resurfacing and photo rejuvenation performed by a dermatologist. These procedures can help restore skin that has been damaged by scars and blotches. Most doctors will not recommend these procedures to people without severe skin damage since they are very costly and carry some risk of further damaging the skin. Wear sunscreen. Put on at least SPF 30 sunscreen everyday, even if it's cloudy or cold outside. UVA and UVB rays lead to wrinkles, dryness, and drooping skin. Reapply sunscreen several times throughout the day. Exfoliate regularly. Before getting into the shower, wipe your body with a loofah. This will remove dead skin cells. Make sure to wipe your entire body. In the shower, use a pumice stone to rub your feet and any other rough areas of skin, such as your elbows. For the rest of your body, use a body brush to gently rub your skin. At the end of your shower, turn the water as cold as you can stand. This will close your pores. When you get out of the shower, dry your body by patting it with a towel. Avoid rubbing your skin aggressively with a towel. Moisturize your whole body daily. After patting your skin dry, apply a gentle moisturizing to your entire body. Don't forget about the bottoms of your feet, your elbows, and your hands. | Know your skin type. Use a gentle cleanser. Apply toner. Apply an exfoliator. Apply moisturizer. Make a honey and lemon skin rub. Make a hydrating cucumber face mask. Make an exfoliating papaya mask. Make a rejuvenating green tea mask. Adopt healthy habits. Eat a healthy diet. Change your lifestyle. Ask your doctor about vitamin A. Ask your doctor about Botox. Ask your doctor about resurfacing procedures. Wear sunscreen. Exfoliate regularly. Moisturize your whole body daily. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Grow-Artichokes | How to Grow Artichokes | To plant artichokes, till the soil 6 inches deep with compost and fertilizer, and sow the seeds indoors to germinate before planting outside. About 3-4 weeks before the last anticipated frost, move the plants outside and plant them so that the crown or top is just above the soil line. Be sure to leave at least 3 feet in between plants, and feed them regularly with high-nitrogen fertilizer. Water the plants with 1 to 1.25 of water each week, and harvest the buds in mid-summer. | Identify your growing zone. You'll want to choose a type of plant and growing methods according to how cold it gets where you live. In short, if you live in a climate that has consistent winter temperatures between 10 °F (−12 °C) and 20 °F (−7 °C), plan to plant artichokes annually. If you live in a relatively warmer climate, you may be able to grow a perennial artichoke variety. If you live in the U.S., see the maps provided by the USDA's Agricultural Research Service to determine what zone you live in. If you live in Zone 8 or higher—which corresponds with the temperatures cited above—go with an annual plant varietal. These USDA maps also contain information on the temperatures used to assess an area's zone, which you can compare to temperatures in your area. Choose a type of artichoke. There are several artichokes varieties, generally classified as either green or purple. Among the green varietals, go with “Imperial Star” artichokes for an annual plant and “Green Globe” for a high-producing perennial. Among purple artichoke options, “Violetta” may prove especially hardy, and “Opera” will mature especially quickly. Ensure adequate soil. Rich, fertile, moist soil is best for artichoke growth. That said, artichokes are hardy plants capable of growing in most soil as long as they are fed and the soil can drain. Consider building raised beds to assist in drainage if you live in an area with heavy rainfall. Plan to prepare soil with at least 6 inches (15 cm) of compost tilled into the ground before planting. Sow seeds indoors. You can maximize the growing season in your area by getting a head start with your artichokes indoors. Start your seeds in individual 4 in (10 cm) containers and leave them under fluorescent lights or in a heated greenhouse. In normal indoor temperatures, seeds will likely germinate in a week or so. Increase the size of planters as needed. To harden off the artichokes, begin exposing seedlings to temporary outdoor sessions 6 weeks before the anticipated last frost date in your area. Transfer seedlings outdoors. Move seedlings outdoors 3 to 4 weeks before the anticipated final frost. You actually want to expose the plants to a temperature below 45 °F (7 °C) to trigger flowering. They should be about as tall as your hand. Plant the seedlings so that the crown, or top, of the plant is just above the soil line. Cull weak seedlings. After 8-10 weeks, healthy artichoke seedlings will have stocky stems and two sets of leaves. Remove any that do not. Use transplants in especially cold climates. If you live in a place that only has 90-100 days a year without frost, you'll likely need to start your plants with transplants. Plan to start growing your transplants indoors late in the winter or in early spring. Harvest will occur in late summer or early fall. Acquiring rooted shoots from a year-round greenhouse or online plant distributor is a great way to establish transplants quickly. If acquiring them yourself, use a serrated knife to begin cutting an offshoot under 10 inches (25 cm) tall that's growing from the base of the plant. Dig around the offshoot to ensure roots come with the offshoot as you remove it. Plant artichokes at least 3 feet (0.9 m) apart. If possible, 4 feet (1.2 m)-6 feet (1.8 m) between individual plants is even better. These plants have large, aggressive wingspans and require substantial room to grow. If using raised beds, artichokes don't necessarily need their own beds, but do need ample space to spread their leaves. Fertilize the soil before planting. Condition soil with nutrients your plants can begin eating as soon as they're in the ground. For each plant, work at least 1 shovel full of compost or aged manure into the soil. Alternatively, you can use 1 cup (240 ml) of high-nitrogen fertilizer. Add these food sources to the soil right before planting. Consider adding ⁄ 2 cup (120 ml) of feather or blood meal as well as ⁄ 2 cup (120 ml) of bone meal to the soil as well, for added nutrients. Fertilize your plants as they grow. Artichokes depend on a high-nitrogen diet in order to grow to their full potential. Use a water-soluble organic fertilizer, and mix it according to the package instructions. Follow the package instructions on how much to provide. Side-dress each plant with 1–2 pounds (0.45–0.91 kg) of aged manure just before you expect them to bud. Water your artichokes. Your plants require 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5 to 3.8 cm) of water per week. If this amount of water is naturally provided by rain, make sure you're watering them accordingly. Water extra in the spring and summer to encourage the growth of larger, thicker buds. Make sure the soil around your plants is able to drain excess water. If the ground around the plant becomes waterlogged, consider replanting in a raised bed. Harvest the flower buds. Watch out for upright flowering stems that are topped with flower buds. Most stalks will produce 3 to 5 buds. These will arrive in mid-to-late-summer. Remove the buds when the lowest scales (called bracts) on the bud begin to open. The bracts at the top of the bud will still be tight. Use a sharp knife to cut off the artichoke, leaving around 3 inches (7.6 cm) of the stem. Wait for more buds. Put freshly cut buds in the fridge until you're ready to cook them. Plan to harvest another crop of smaller buds if the growing season allows it. Prep perennials to survive. If you're growing a perennial and hoping your plants will survive the winter, take steps to protect them. Cut the plant's leaves back after it's flowered and the season has concluded. Mulch heavily around and above the plant to keep the roots alive. Make sure the plants are covered by at least 6 inches (15 cm) of mulch. Cover the mulch with 6 inches (15 cm) of straw or leaves for added protection. Perennials can usually be expected to stay productive for about 4 years. Cut and share prime specimens. If you have a plant that's especially hardy and returns year after year with quality buds, consider propagating it. The best way to propagate a perennial is to splice off 1 of the small offshoots as the plant first emerges in the spring. Establish the shoot as its own plant. Save a good plant’s seeds. Another way to propagate a particular plant is to collect its seeds. A long season, however, is necessary to allow seeds to ripen. If you live in a place with long summers, allow a large bud on your favorite plant to bloom, shrivel, and turn brown. Remove this dried flower and place it in a paper bag. Keep the bag indoors for 2 weeks, then shatter it and collect the seeds it disperses. Seeds regularly last for as long as 6 years if they're stored correctly. | Identify your growing zone. Choose a type of artichoke. Ensure adequate soil. Sow seeds indoors. Transfer seedlings outdoors. Use transplants in especially cold climates. Plant artichokes at least 3 feet (0.9 m) apart. Fertilize the soil before planting. Fertilize your plants as they grow. Water your artichokes. Harvest the flower buds. Prep perennials to survive. Cut and share prime specimens. Save a good plant’s seeds. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Eat-and-Lose-Weight | How to Eat and Lose Weight | If you want to lose weight and still eat the foods you enjoy, make sure you're eating lots of fresh food that's high in fiber, like fruits, vegetables, and beans. Instead of unhealthy high-calorie foods, add good fats to your diet from avocados, nuts, and olive oil, which will keep you feeling full. Try to eat your meals slowly while sitting down at a table and using utensils, since these habits have been shown to help you eat less. If you feel hungry between meals, drink some water before grabbing a snack, because thirst is often mistaken for hunger. | Eat several servings of fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the day. Choose fresh, nutrient-rich, healthy, low-fat foods. Fruits and vegetables are filling without lots of empty calories, so you'll be able to eat enough to feel full without taking in too many calories, making weight loss easier. Adding a lot of vegetables and fruits to your diet will help you. One way to add more fruits and veggies to your diet, cut calories, and still enjoy the foods you love is to add or "hide" veggies to dishes. Researchers have found that adding pureed vegetables to dishes (e.g., cauliflower to mac and cheese) helped people eat a few hundred calories less of the dishes. Veggies add but bulk to a dish but not really a ton of extra calories. Get a lot of color on your plate. Make sure your meals have lots of colors; the best way to do this is by adding lots of fresh produce, from eggplant to beets to kale to yellow peppers. This color blocking usually helps you eat more produce and makes the meal look appetizing and appealing at the same time! Eat foods high in fiber. Fiber-rich foods keep you full for longer, so that you don't reach for unhealthy snacks that will only make you gain weight. Beans, for example, are filling, high in fiber and are an excellent source of protein. They're also slow to digest, meaning that you feel satisfied for a while (which may in turn stop you from eating more!) Skip the juices, eat the fruit. Instead of drinking juices or smoothies, which tend to be high in calories, opt instead to eat a whole piece of fruit, like an apple. Eating a whole piece of fruit fills you up more than juice because raw fruit has more fiber. In addition, the act of chewing the fruit communicates to the brain that you've eaten something substantial. Eat foods that contain a lot of water, like fruits and vegetables. Studies have shown that people who eat foods with high water content have lower body mass indexes. The water in these foods helps keep you full for longer so you eat less overall. Watermelon and strawberries have about 92 percent water per volume. Other fruits with high water content include grapefruit, cantaloupe, and peaches. Remember, though, that many fruits are high in sugar, so try to limit how much fruit you eat daily. For vegetables, cucumber and lettuce have the highest water content at 96 percent. Zucchini, radish and celery have a water content of 95 percent. Include foods that improve your metabolism. By choosing your foods carefully, you can drop the pounds without going hungry. Hot peppers, green tea, berries, and whole grains are all foods that improve your metabolism, meaning the rate your body burns calories. Avoid processed foods and sugars. These cause an insulin spike, which can result in fat storage instead of fat burning. Add good fats to your diet. Monounsaturated fats have been clinically proven to help you burn fat, especially in your midsection. So, add foods like avocados, kalamata olives, olive oil, almonds, walnuts, and flaxseed to your diet, and watch the weight fall right off you. Eat superfoods. Superfood is a term sometimes used to describe food with high nutrient content that some believe confers health benefits as a result. Some superfood claims are supported with scientific evidence, while other claims make some foods hugely popular even though they have few proven benefits. Quinoa, for example, is a legitimate superfood because it is a complete protein (meaning it has all eight of the essential amino acids we need for our tissues). In addition, quinoa has more protein than most cereal grains and is higher in calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, and iron than other grains like wheat and barley. Just make sure to do your research before deciding on adding certain alleged "superfoods" to your diet. Avoid unhealthy food with empty calories. "Empty calorie" foods are those which have calories (from sugar and/or solid fats) but little to no nutritional value. Foods and beverages that provide the greatest number of empty calories for Americans include cakes, cookies, pastries and donuts, sodas, energy drinks, fruit drinks, cheese, pizza, ice cream, bacon, hot dogs and sausages. With some of these, you can find alternative versions. For example, you can purchase low-fat hot dogs and low-fat cheese at grocery stores. You can also have sugar-free drinks. In other foods, like candy and regular soda, all the calories are basically empty. It's okay to have small amounts of "unhealthy" foods as a reward. In fact, doing so can help keep you on a diet! But make sure you're only giving yourself small amounts rather than binging on them. Eat more soups. Soups are relatively low in calories. Moreover, if you start with a soup, you will probably eat less of the main meal. Stick to soups with a broth base and of around 100-150 calories per serving. You can choose either chunky or pureed soups, just avoid soups with added cream. Feed your temptations once in a while. Go ahead and have the odd doughnut or slice of pizza. Indulging in occasional craving will help ward off any binging episodes. If you really feel a hankering for something, have just a little bit. Remember that the more you restrict yourself, the greater the draw to the restricted item. Try eating a bowl of raw veggies or drinking a full glass of water before you indulge. Doing this will fill you up and leave you with less room to overindulge on your treat. Eat slowly. Your brain takes around 20 minutes to register feelings of fullness, suggesting that you need to slow down so that your brain can properly communicate those feelings. If you don't feel full immediately after a meal, wait. The chemicals your brain releases when you eat or drink take time to rise and to communicate that sense of fullness. As the chemicals increase, your hunger dissipates; this is why you should pause for a little bit after eating and before having a second helping. Use utensils and sit at a table when eating. Eating with your hands will mean that you take in more food in one scoop. Studies also show that people who eat with larger utensils eat less than those who eat with smaller utensils. Stop eating when you feel full. When you feel comfortably satiated after eating, stop and put your utensils and napkin on the plate to signal that you're finished. This is also a signal to yourself that you're done with your meal as well as to those around you. Remember, you don't have to eat all of your meal once you feel satisfied. Eat until you are 80% full. No one should feel stuffed and sick after eating. Drink more water. Often we mistake thirst for hunger which means we eat when it's not necessary. By keeping yourself well hydrated you'll feel hungry less as well as getting a clearer complexion and shinier hair. If you're not sure what you're feeling is actually hunger, try drinking a big glass of water and then wait a few minutes. If you don't feel hungry anymore, it's because your body was actually in need of water, not food. Record what you eat. This is a simple yet very powerful exercise to open your eyes to see whether you are keeping up with your food plan. Often, we tend to overlook the snacking we do between meals and instead really think that our diet is failing us. Most people underestimate their daily intake by about 25 percent. You might also discover useful information about your daily habits and a reality check about how many calories you actually consume. Once you know your habits and patterns better, you can begin to address problem behaviors that are hindering your progress. Keeping a journal also makes you more accountable. Learn how to manage eating out. Eating in restaurants or at other people's homes can be a real challenge. You want to eat, but you also don't want to eat the wrong things and risk backtracking on your progress. Choose foods that are steamed, grilled, broiled or baked instead of fried. Avoid dishes that are labeled as "breaded", "crispy" or "battered" – these are code words for "fried". Don't be afraid to ask for modifications. For example, ask to swap out potatoes or bread for a side salad. Request sauce on the side of chicken or other entrée, rather than smothered on top. This will enable you to still eat something delicious but without all of the extra calories. If the restaurant is known for especially large portion sizes, opt to split something with a friend. To avoid overeating when going out, eat a small and healthy snack at home beforehand. Try some carrots and hummus or an apple.This will curb off your hunger and keep your head clear while you make healthy and informed choices from the restaurant's offerings. Pack away food. At the beginning of the meal, ask for a doggie bag, and put what you aren't going to eat in the bag. When ordering salads, always ask for dressings and sauces on the side. Lots of dressings can be very fatty and full of calories. Your seemingly "healthy choice" can pack as many calories as a burger if it's swimming in a fatty dressing. Be also wary of other high-calorie additions like bacon bits and cheese. Expect to cheat once in a while. You might overeat one night. You might have a bad day where you indulge in way too much junk food. Just don't despair when you realize you've strayed from your goals. It took you a lifetime to achieve your current weight, and it will take time to achieve your new weight and size goal. To keep up your optimism, reward yourself for meeting smaller goals. For example, buy yourself a small token or treat every time you lose another five times. The prospect of the reward will eventually become its own form of motivation. | Eat several servings of fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the day. Eat foods high in fiber. Skip the juices, eat the fruit. Eat foods that contain a lot of water, like fruits and vegetables. Include foods that improve your metabolism. Add good fats to your diet. Eat superfoods. Avoid unhealthy food with empty calories. Eat more soups. Feed your temptations once in a while. Eat slowly. Use utensils and sit at a table when eating. Stop eating when you feel full. Drink more water. Record what you eat. Learn how to manage eating out. Expect to cheat once in a while. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Keep-Your-Cat-from-Urinating-Where-It-Shouldn%27t | How to Keep Your Cat from Urinating Where It Shouldn't | To keep your cat from urinating where it shouldn't, make sure you clean the litter box at least 1 time a day, and wash it with baking soda at least 1 time a week. Make sure you always have 1 litterbox per cat, plus an extra one for them to use in a hurry since they don't like sharing. If the cat still isn't using the litterbox, try removing the liner and hood to make it easier to use, and start using a different type of litter to see if the cat just doesn't like how it smells. | Consider how often you clean the litter box. Cats do not like to use a dirty litter box and they may begin going to the bathroom elsewhere if their litter box is dirty when they need to go. If you are not cleaning your cat's litter box every day, this may be the reason that your cat is urinating where it shouldn't. In addition to scooping out your cat's litter box every day, once per week you should also remove all the litter and clean the box with warm water and unscented soap or baking soda. When you are finished, dry the box and add fresh litter. Try a self-cleaning litter box to make it easier to keep your cat's litter box clean. Count the number of litter boxes in your house. It is important to have one more box than the number of cats in your household. For example, if you have three cats, then you should have four litter boxes. If you only have two litter boxes and you have three cats, then the number of litter boxes may be the cause of your cat's refusal to use the litter box. Determine if your cat can access the litter box with ease. If your cat has to make a long trip to get to her litter box or if the litter box itself is difficult for your cat to get into and out of, that might be the reason why your cat is urinating where she shouldn't. Place your cat's litter boxes where it is easy for her to get to them in a hurry, such as one upstairs and one downstairs. Make sure that your cat will be able to see approaching humans or animals and easily get away. Cats don't like to feel cornered Attend to the needs of older cats by providing boxes with lower sides, for easier entrance and exit to the litter box. Place litter boxes near where your cat tends to urinate most often. Find out if the litter you use is causing the problem. Cats may avoid using the litter box because they dislike the smell or texture of the litter, or because the litter box is too full. A shallow bed of medium to fine grain clumping litter is best, but you can also try offering your cat different types of litter to see what she prefers. Give your cat a choice of litter types by placing two litter boxes with two different types of litter right next to each other. At the end of the day, check to see which one your cat used. Provide a shallow bed of litter. Most cats prefer a litter box that has about 1-2 inches of litter. Determine if the litter box may be causing your cat discomfort. Some cats avoid using a litter box because they don't like the size or shape of it. Liners may also cause your cat discomfort that can make her avoid the box. Remove the liner and hood from your cat's litter box to determine if they are what is causing her to avoid using the box. Consider the size of your cat's litter box as well. If it is too small for her, then she may avoid using it. Decide if stress may be a factor in your cat’s litter box issues. Other pets, children, or a noisy environment can all cause your cat to feel stressed and avoid the litter box. Make sure that your cat's litter box is kept in a place that is semi-dark, quiet, and secluded. If your cat's box is in a high traffic area, she will be less likely to use it. Try using Feliway diffusers to help your cat feel more relaxed. This product releases a scent that some cats may find comforting. Consider your cat’s current or past medical conditions. Your cat's medical history may provide an explanation for why your cat has not been using the litter box. If you suspect that your cat is sick, take her to see a vet as soon as possible. Early treatment of an illness by help stop litter box problems as well as save your cat from pain and discomfort. Urinary tract infections and feline interstitial cystitis are common conditions that may cause your cat to urinate outside of the litter box. Urinary tract infections may cause a cat to avoid the litter box, even after the infection has been treated. Your cat may still associate the litter box with pain and want to avoid it. Feline interstitial cystitis is another common cause of litter box aversion. Cats with feline interstitial cystitis may urinate in the litter box because they feel the need to urinate more often. Kidney stones or a blockage of your cat's urinary tract may also result in a litter box aversion. Your cat may meow or howl while using the box and the fear of pain may continue even after treatment. Keep in mind that prompt treatment of these conditions is essential so that your cat does not develop a long lasting litter box aversion. Figure out if urine marking is the cause of your cat’s litter box problems. Urine marking is when your cat sprays a bit of urine on a piece of furniture or other surface to mark her territory. The amount of urine is much less than a cat will eliminate when urinating. If your cat is displaying this type of behavior, many of the suggestions in this article will be helpful, but there are additional things that you will need to do to help stop your cat from urine marking. Urine marking is most common in unneutered male cats but unspayed female cats may also exhibit this behavior, so it is important to have your cats spayed and neutered. Urine marking is also common in households with more than ten cats, so keeping the number of cats in your home below ten can also help with this problem. Relocate your cat’s box slowly. If your cat has started going to the bathroom on a rug or other place on the ground in your house, place a litter box over that spot to encourage her to use the box instead. After she has used the box for one month, move it an inch per day until it is back where you want it to be. Light up dark spaces that your cat has started to urinate. Cats like to use dark spaces to go to the bathroom, so a closet might be very appealing to your cat. If your cat has started urinating on the floor of a dark space, keep the light turned on or consider a motion light to discourage your cat from urinating in that space. Flip carpet runners and rugs upside down. Cats may develop a preference for a certain type of surface and begin using it as a bathroom. Turning over rugs and carpet runners may discourage your cat by changing the texture of the surface. Try flipping over your rugs and carpets for a few days to see if that stops your cat from urinating on them. Apply double sided sticky tape to furniture. Sticky tape can discourage a cat from urinating on a piece of furniture because the sensation of the tape on their paws is unpleasant. Try applying double sided sticky tape to the edges of furniture as well as over the spot where your cat likes to urinate. Clean accidents with an enzymatic cleaner. Cleaning up accidents right after they happen will also help deter your cat from using the same spot again. Use an enzymatic cleaner rather than an ammonia based one. Ammonia-based cleaners may cause your cat to urinate more often on the spot because she may interpret the ammonia as another cat's urine that she must cover up with her own urine. Trim long hair around hind quarters. If you have a long haired cat, she may have an aversion to the litter box because she feels dirty after using it. Keeping your cat's hair trimmed may help her to use the litter box. You may also need to bathe her to make sure that she does not smell like urine or feces. If you are uncomfortable with bathing your cat, look for an experienced cat groomer in your area. Play with your cat around her box. Negative associations with the litter box may be improved by doing things like playing with your cat around the litter box. Try playing with your cat a few feet away from her box a few times per day to help generate more positive feelings about the litter box. Do not try to reward your cat for using the litter box by giving her treats. Cats don't like to be disturbed while they use the litter box. You can leave treats and toys near your cat's litter box, but do not keep your cat's food and water dish next to her box. Cats don't like to eat too close to where they use the bathroom. Talk to your veterinarian if things don’t improve. Encouraging your cat to use the litter box takes time and effort, but it may not always be successful. Some veterinarians undergo special training to help people deal with problems such as urinating outside of the box. If your cat does not improve over time, consider speaking to a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist or a board-certified veterinary behaviorist. | Consider how often you clean the litter box. Count the number of litter boxes in your house. Determine if your cat can access the litter box with ease. Find out if the litter you use is causing the problem. Determine if the litter box may be causing your cat discomfort. Decide if stress may be a factor in your cat’s litter box issues. Consider your cat’s current or past medical conditions. Figure out if urine marking is the cause of your cat’s litter box problems. Relocate your cat’s box slowly. Light up dark spaces that your cat has started to urinate. Flip carpet runners and rugs upside down. Apply double sided sticky tape to furniture. Clean accidents with an enzymatic cleaner. Trim long hair around hind quarters. Play with your cat around her box. Talk to your veterinarian if things don’t improve. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-City-Planner | How to Become a City Planner | To become a city planner, start by considering the area you want to specialize in, such as environmental or urban planning. Then, obtain a bachelor's degree in urban planning or a related subject, like architecture, and get an advanced degree from a university that's accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board. Next, find an internship that will help you gain experience and establish connections in the planning field. You should also consider becoming certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners to increase your chances of finding a job. | Earn a degree. If you have not already done so, you will need to earn your undergraduate degree in a relevant area. Some universities offer undergraduate degrees in planning; however, most students who go on to earn graduate degrees in planning have backgrounds in areas such as sociology, architecture, geography, or urban studies. If you already have an undergraduate degree in a relevant area, you will very likely need to continue on to earn a graduate degree. Research the specific job you want to pursue. Learn about the expectations regarding education and experience for the specific jobs you are interested in. This can help you determine what education requirements you still have to complete. While about 80% of city planners hold a master's degree, the specific job you are interested in may have opportunities for candidates with undergraduate degrees to enter the workforce as well. Understand that while it may be possible to become a successful city planner without a graduate degree, the competition will be higher, and opportunities for advancement may be smaller. Research planning programs. While there are many programs available, not all of them are accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board (PAB). The PAB reports that, as of January 2015, there are a total of 72 master's programs and 16 bachelor's programs with accreditation. Throughout North America, there are 76 universities with PAB accreditation. A list of these universities is available on the PAB's website. If you find a program that is interesting to you, but is not accredited, first find out why they are not accredited. You may still able to become certified and get a job with a degree from a non-accredited university, but it may require more time and effort on your part. Consider what area you might like to specialize in. Many schools allow you to choose a specialization in an area such as land use, environmental planning, economic development, transportation or housing. When considering a program, think about whether or not they can offer you specializations you might be interested in. Consider the costs of attendance of each program. Some programs will be significantly more expensive if they are not in your state, or if they are offered by a private university. Calculate the costs you will incur in each program you are considering, and keep this under consideration when choosing the program that is best for you. Search for programs that assist students in finding internships and jobs, both during the program and after graduation. Consider the make up of the faculty. Will you be able to form relationships with the program faculty? Is the faculty made up of practicing planners, who can provide you with real world information and contacts? Research licensure requirements in your state. Most US states do not require licensure or registration. However, as of 2013, New Jersey and Michigan require planners to become licensed or registered. In both cases, this requires passing an examination. Get involved in the planning profession. Having good connections with other people involved in the planning community can lead to new opportunities and ideas you might otherwise miss out on. You never know who might be able to help get you your dream job. Attend annual planning conferences, such as the APA National Planning Conference. Doing so can also help keep you up to date on current trends and new ideas. Keep in touch with professors from your studies. If you are able to form good relationships with your professors during your studies, do your best to maintain that relationship and ask them to help you get in touch with other practicing professional planners. Search for internships. If you did not complete an internship as part of your degree, now is the time. An internship offers the opportunity to gain real world experience, can help with establishing connections, and may sometimes even lead to a job. Even if you did complete an internship during your studies, it may be valuable to look for other internship opportunities, especially if you struggle to find a job right away. Look for volunteer opportunities. If an opportunity arises to assist people working in your local government office, take it! You may end up doing the work nobody else wants to do, without getting paid, but you will open yourself up to gaining valuable experience, seeing what the reality of your job will be, and getting to know people who might be the key to getting you the job you want later on. Consider earning a certification through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), once you have gained enough experience through internships or jobs, and have completed your education. This certification attests to your skills and professional experience. While not formally required, employers often look for this certification when considering someone for a planning position or promotion. Understand what content is covered by the test, and when the test is offered. The exam consists of 170, multiple choice questions and covers: history, theory, and law; plan making and implementation; functional areas of practice; spatial areas of practice; public participation and social justice; as well as the AICP code of ethics and professional conduct. The AICP exam is offered twice a year: For the exam offered in May, you must submit your application in December of the previous year. For the exam offered in November, you must submit your application in June. Determine whether you have met all of the eligibility requirements for becoming certified. Become a member of the American Planning Association (APA). Have experience in professional planning. Have an eligible combination of education and experience, as explained on the AICP website. Submit an online application to take the examination and pay the exam fees. This can all be accomplished directly on the AICP website. Upload documents required to verify your eligibility to take the exam. In order to be approved for the exam, you have to submit proof that you have met the education and experience requirements. This usually means submitting a letter of reference from previous internships and employers. Wait for approval from the AICP. This normally takes between 8 and 10 weeks; however, be aware that it can sometimes take longer. Prepare for the exam. While you are waiting for your application to be approved, begin preparing for your exam. Be sure that you understand what content will be on the test. You can review your old notes and textbooks from your studies, and the AICP has multiple resources to help you prepare. Carefully review the requirements for the test. Specific requirements can be found on the AICP website Take the examination. Be sure that you are well rested on the day of the exam. Eat a nutritious breakfast, and be sure to use the bathroom before sitting down for the exam. Prepare a folder with all of the documentation you will need to take with you to the exam. Maintain your certification. Once you have earned your certification, be sure to keep it current by earning continuing credits through the American Planning Association. Doing so will help keep you connected and up to date on current trends and policies. Search for jobs. It may possible to find a job in your local community, if you wish. However, if you are having trouble finding positions in your area, consider jobs in areas that are: affluent, rapidly growing suburbs or urban areas that are being revitalized. Consider what type of job you want to do. Most planning jobs are located within local, state, or federal governments. However, planners might also be hired by non-profit organizations, and in the private sector, for example, as consultants. Search the internet for job postings that may interest you. Check the APA Job Board. The American Planning Association offers a job search board on there website with many different opportunities. Tell your contacts that you are on the hunt for a job. They might know of job openings not posted online, or have ideas about where you should look. Consider taking an entry level position. While the outlook for planning jobs is expected to grow up to 14% over the coming years, the competition for good jobs can be fierce. If you are struggling to land your dream job, consider jobs that may be less prestigious, but can help you work towards your dream job. | Earn a degree. Research planning programs. Research licensure requirements in your state. Get involved in the planning profession. Search for internships. Look for volunteer opportunities. Consider earning a certification through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), once you have gained enough experience through internships or jobs, and have completed your education. Understand what content is covered by the test, and when the test is offered. Determine whether you have met all of the eligibility requirements for becoming certified. Submit an online application to take the examination and pay the exam fees. Upload documents required to verify your eligibility to take the exam. Wait for approval from the AICP. Prepare for the exam. Carefully review the requirements for the test. Take the examination. Maintain your certification. Search for jobs. Check the APA Job Board. Tell your contacts that you are on the hunt for a job. Consider taking an entry level position. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-Stinky-Winter-Boots | How to Clean Stinky Winter Boots | Since winter boots are exposed to body heat and moisture, they're the ideal breeding ground for stinky smells, but you can easily get these bad odors out of your boots. First, fill a basin with soap and water, remove the insoles from your boots, and thoroughly wash and rinse them. You can also use a washcloth to wipe the inside and outside of your boots clean if you don't want to take them apart. Let them dry completely before wearing them again. Another way to remove bad odors from your boots is to sprinkle a little baking soda into them, making sure it gets into the toes and midsole areas. Let your boots sit overnight so the baking soda can absorb the smells that have settled into the material. Before wearing your boots again, shake out any excess baking soda. If subtle odors still linger, freshen them with essential oils. Dab a few drops of rosemary, peppermint, or tea tree oil into your boots at night, store them someplace dry, and let the oils set into the material. | Scrub the boots with soap and water. Like anything else, if your boots are dirty, they need to be cleaned. Fill a basin with warm water and mix in a small amount of mild detergent. Remove the insoles from your boots and whisk them through the soapy water, making sure each is washed and rinsed thoroughly. Wipe the inside and outside of the boots clean using a washcloth. Allow the boots to dry completely, or microorganisms will build back up due to the moisture. If your boots see a lot of use, you should aim to clean them every couple of weeks. Hang the boots or set them aside in a well-ventilated area until dry. Soak up odors with baking soda. Sprinkle a little baking soda into the bottom of your boots. Make sure the baking soda gets down to the toe and midsole areas. Allow the boots to sit overnight. The baking soda will absorb and neutralize foot odors that have set into the material on the inside of the boots. Be sure to shake the excess baking soda out of your boots before wearing them. Try out a mixture of baking soda and cat litter, which is also formulated to absorb odors. Treat each boot with disinfecting spray. Purchase a small bottle of disinfecting spray (the pharmaceutical variety will work, or you might look for kinds that are specifically designed to be used to treat footwear), or whip up a homemade batch using rubbing alcohol/and or vinegar and essential oils. Spray each boot thoroughly, inside and out. This won't do away with a powerful stench immediately, but it will work to kill the bacteria that are causing it. If you decide to use vinegar, it's recommended that you top it off with a spritz of air freshener or a drop of essential oils to offset the smell, which can be unpleasant on its own. Use essential oils to cover lingering odors. Even after you've dealt with the worst of the problem, subtle odors may remain. Continue cleaning and disinfecting your boots consistently, and freshen them with essential oils in the meantime. Essential oils are natural fragrant botanical extracts that are wonderful for covering up offensive smells. Just dab a few drops of rosemary, peppermint or tea tree oil into your boots at night, store them somewhere dry and let the oils do the rest. Because of their pleasant aroma and antimicrobial properties, essential oils are commonly used as a holistic alternative to deodorant, hand soap and even perfume. Keep your feet clean. Your best line of defense against stinky feet is to keep them clean. Make sure you're bathing regularly, and pay particular attention to the tops of your feet, toes, and arches while washing. Many people don't clean their feet well enough, not realizing that the dirt, oil, and clogged pores that build up are all more likely to produce embarrassing foot odor. Wash your entire body, including your feet, once a day, or any time you engage in strenuous physical labor or activity. Wash with antibacterial soap. Perspiration, warmth, and dark, enclosed conditions are all prime factors for bacterial growth, which makes boots a hotbed for smelly germs. Choose a strong antibacterial soap to wipe out the bacteria that make your feet their home. If you have a particularly bad foot perspiration or odor problem, it may be a good idea to wash your feet with antibacterial soap multiple times a day between showers. Antibacterial soaps come in both liquid form, which is more versatile, and as bar soap, which can be used conveniently in the shower. Defend against excess moisture with baby powder. One of the biggest contributors to stinky boots is sweaty feet. You can reduce the amount of perspiration that is being absorbed by the fabric of your footwear by dusting your feet with a light coating of baby powder or talcum powder before putting on your socks. Sprinkle baby powder onto the bottom of your feet and between your toes. Massage lightly to work it nearer to the skin. The talc will absorb and dissipate moisture and thus prevent smells, and should disappear on its own over time so that it doesn't cake onto your foot. Use talcum or baby powder to keep your feet dry whenever you know you'll be wearing your boots for an extended period. Trim your toenails. Sometimes, bathing alone may not be enough to stave off unwanted foot fumes. Keep your toenails trimmed short, and make sure that you're cleaning under the nail and around the nail bed. While you're at it, be on the lookout for signs of fungal infection, such as a slight darkening of the skin or discoloration of the toenail. Maintaining clean, neat toenails gives germs fewer places to hide. Toenails should be clipped straight across and kept fairly short. Try to trim your toenails once a week to prevent them from growing too long. Athlete's foot and other fungal infections are persistent, and, unlike normal bacteria that grows on the skin's surface, cannot simply be washed away. Change your socks regularly. There's no sense in keeping your boots clean if you're wearing the same dirty socks all the time. Change your socks after prolonged wear, or after any time you sweat in them. Their absorbent, porous material will hold onto sweat and germs, which can then be transferred to your boots. Health experts recommend putting on a fresh pair of socks at least once a day. Invest in a few pairs of high-quality boot socks. These are designed to be thick yet breathable, so they're harder to sweat through and won't stay damp like ordinary socks. Try odor-eliminating insoles. Most shoe companies offer special insoles that contain compounds like activated charcoal which are known for their odor-fighting properties. Trade out the standard insoles in your boots for a set of odor-eliminating inserts. In the case of especially old or hard-to-clean boots, these may be all you need to cut down on unwanted smells. Odor-fighting insoles typically retail for around $20, making them a slightly pricier but longer-lasting solution. Let your boots dry completely between uses. Rain, snow, and ice will keep boots wet throughout winter. After wearing your boots, take them off and leave them somewhere well-ventilated to dry out. Placing them up high near an open window will work, provided it's not too humid out, or you can lay them tongues-out near a space heater or fire. The longer your boots stay damp without having the chance to dry, the more likely they are to become a breeding ground for bacteria. Switching out your choice of footwear so that you're not wearing the same pair every day will allow each pair to dry out between uses. If you're in a time crunch or have no other options available, using a hairdryer on a low setting can help get your boots dry in a hurry. This should be done sparingly, as too much direct heat can potentially ruin the materials. Leave a dryer sheet in each boot overnight. A simple solution for combating odors in clean and lightly worn boots is to stick a fabric softener dryer sheet in each boot before you go to bed. Dryer sheets act to trap smells from clothing and replace them with a slow infusion of more delightful fragrances. This is perhaps the easiest method for maintaining fresh-smelling boots. Using dryer sheets is largely a preventative measure, and won't do much if your boots are in need of thorough cleaning or disinfecting. | Scrub the boots with soap and water. Soak up odors with baking soda. Treat each boot with disinfecting spray. Use essential oils to cover lingering odors. Keep your feet clean. Wash with antibacterial soap. Defend against excess moisture with baby powder. Trim your toenails. Change your socks regularly. Try odor-eliminating insoles. Let your boots dry completely between uses. Leave a dryer sheet in each boot overnight. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-Your-College-Dorm | How to Clean Your College Dorm | To clean your college dorm, start by gathering up any linens, like bedding or dirty clothes, and putting them in the wash so they'll be done by the time you're finished cleaning the rest of the room. Next, throw out any trash or old food and take the garbage bag out to a dumpster. Then, clean windows or mirrors with glass cleaner and a lint-free cloth to get rid of dust and smudges. To remove both dirt and germs, wipe down all surfaces with antibacterial wipes. Finally, mop the floor or vacuum the carpet every week to avoid build-up of dirt. | Choose a good time to clean. It's unlikely you're going to want to clean up your dorm right after you've woken up, and roommates or people living in the nearby dorms probably wouldn't appreciate you vacuuming very early. On the flip side, you don't want to throw your sheets in the wash shortly before you go to bed, only to realize you now have to wait for those sheets to be done washing. Try to clean during the day when you have the time and energy. Some tasks, such as laundry, are good to do in the morning or the evening, when less students are using the machines. Other tasks, such as vacuuming, should be done outside of the dorm's quiet hours so you don't disturb anybody. See if your roommate is willing to help. If you have a roommate, check with them on if they're able to help you clean and if they can help you with any of the tasks. For example, maybe your roommate could do the laundry while you wash the dishes. See if you can come up with a chore system for who cleans what, or trade jobs weekly. If you have a messy roommate, use "I" language rather than "you" language to encourage them to clean up, and explain what bothers you and why. For example, you could say to your roommate, "I get nervous when there are liquids right near the computer, because I'm worried they might get knocked onto it. Could you please put your water glasses on your nightstand instead?" Have some cleaning supplies on hand. Keeping spare cleaning supplies makes it easier to clean up your dorm, whether it's during a weekly cleaning or just an unplanned attempt at keeping the microwave meal from staining your carpet. It's recommended to keep: Antibacterial wipes Dish soap Vacuum or mini-vacuum A mop, if your dorm has wooden floors Paper towels Air freshener Avoid letting things pile up. If you let a mess pile up in your dorm, it'll feel overwhelming when you actually go to clean it. A good way to prevent this from happening is to schedule a cleaning day, so that clutter doesn't accumulate over a period of weeks. Scheduling what cleaning jobs you do on what days during the month can help you keep things organized. Clean up spills as soon as they happen so that you don't end up with stains. Throw out old food as soon as possible. Don't put it in your trash bin; take it outside to the dumpster. It can cause your dorm to smell. Things like clothes or sheets that smell particularly bad should be washed as soon as possible. A sealable bag is a good idea for storing it until it can be washed. Clean the most cluttered part first. If you have dirty clothes thrown all over the room, or a mass of papers lying in a disorganized heap on the floor, clean that up first. If you get the messiest part out of the way first, the room will look much cleaner when you have that part done. Try to multi-task. Chances are, some cleaning tasks don't need your attendance the whole time. If another task needs a bit of time (such as allowing a particularly dirty dish to soak), tackle another activity in the meantime that you haven't done yet. This makes for much more efficient cleaning, since you can get more done at once. Be smart about your multi-tasking, though. For example, if the washers or dryers in your dorm's laundry room don't lock, it might not be a good idea to leave your laundry unattended while cleaning the rest of your dorm, since someone could steal your laundry. Your multi-tasking doesn't even need to be completely cleaning-related. Installing those computer software updates while deep-cleaning your dorm can be a great way to get two things you don't like doing out of the way at once! Keep things organized. Having an organizational system will make it easier to keep things tidy. Keep your laundry hamper and trash bin in locations close to where you'll need them, and use folders, desk containers, and bins to keep things in their proper places. A shower caddy tucked into your closet or shelf can keep your hygiene supplies from getting strewn all over the place, too! If you, like many other college students, are tight on space, try boosting up your bed so that you can store more things underneath it. Gather clothes, towels, and sheets needing washing. Cleaning day is the ideal day to do laundry, so empty your hamper and pull your sheets off your bed. Take these things to the laundry room as soon as they're all gathered so you can wash them. After they've been washed, fold them up so that they don't wrinkle, and put them away. Generally, most clothes should be washed after one wear (with the exception of jeans and bras, which can usually take two to three wears); bath towels should be washed every three uses at most, and sheets should be washed every one to two weeks. You should wash these more frequently if someone's been sick. Do your laundry at least once a week. Wash any dirty dishes. Even if the only dishes you have are a coffeepot and a microwave plate, it's still important to wash them so that they don't grow moldy. If you don't have access to a dishwasher, fill up a sink or dish pan with hot water and use some dish soap and a sponge or dish wand to scrub the dishes. Then let them dry. If you don't have access to a sink or dish pan, try using a plastic tub filled with water and some dish soap. You can also try using your dorm's shared bathroom sinks, but if you do, make sure there's no food stuck to the dishes, since food can clog a drain (and is gross for someone else to find). Throw your trash in the trash bin. Don't allow a food-wrapper collection to build up on your desk or for there to be a congregation of empty boxes in the corner - throw those away as soon as possible. You should always take out the trash as soon as it's full, regardless of whether you're doing a full-room cleaning or not. Remember to recycle , if you can. Papers, plastics, glass, and some metals can usually be recycled. Make your bed. It's recommended to make your bed every day, since it will make your room look tidier. You don't need to have a fancy comforter or have more pillows than your mattress can handle, but you should at least keep the sheets from becoming a rumpled heap. If you pulled off your sheets to wash them, remake your bed when you have fresh sheets. De-clutter your desk. If you have papers and writing utensils strewn across your desk, clean them up and put them back where they belong. Don't forget about any drawers in your desk, too - it's easy to shove things in there and forget about them, but drawers can be even more of a hassle to clean than the top of your desk, especially if they're unorganized. Make sure your food is still good. If you keep any food in your dorm, go through it and throw away any food that's expired, stale, or is growing mold. Make sure to clean out containers of food after the food is gone, and toss any leftovers that have been sitting in your fridge for a long time to prevent excessive bacteria buildup. If your fridge itself needs to be cleaned, you can wipe the interior with dish soap and warm water. However, if it's gotten moldy, you'll need to do a deep-cleaning with baking soda or vinegar. Clean off reflective or glass surfaces. Mirrors and windows can get smudged or splattered on, so it's best to clean these off with glass cleaner and a lint-free cloth. If you don't have glass cleaner, mix a few drops of dish soap into water and use that as an alternative. It's a good idea to clean them every one to two weeks. Avoid spraying down things like TV screens or computer screens. Normally it's best to use a lint-free cloth to clean off screens, but if you don't have one available, using a coffee filter will work. Wipe down other surfaces. Use a duster or antibacterial wipes to clean off non-glass surfaces, such as your desk, nightstand table, or windowsill. This prevents dust from accumulating and should be done every week or two. Open your windows, if it's warm enough. Airing out your dorm room can allow any residual smells to get out, which is especially helpful if something in your room was beginning to reek. It also makes it possible to hang things such as rugs or bedding out the window to air them out. Just be careful not to let anything fall out the window! If you can't open the window, but your room smells bad, use air freshener. Spare dryer sheets will also work if you have one; tape one onto your AC or a fan and run it to spread the scent of the dryer sheet. Vacuum or mop your dorm. You'll usually need to do this about every one to two weeks, taking into consideration how messy your dorm tends to get. Make sure to move any rugs or floor items out of the way, and then vacuum or mop up, making sure to get the corners and the hard-to-reach spaces. If you have a rug in your dorm, make sure you vacuum it, since crumbs and dust can easily gather in a rug (even if you don't have carpeting anywhere else). | Choose a good time to clean. See if your roommate is willing to help. Have some cleaning supplies on hand. Avoid letting things pile up. Clean the most cluttered part first. Try to multi-task. Keep things organized. Gather clothes, towels, and sheets needing washing. Wash any dirty dishes. Throw your trash in the trash bin. Make your bed. De-clutter your desk. Make sure your food is still good. Clean off reflective or glass surfaces. Wipe down other surfaces. Open your windows, if it's warm enough. Vacuum or mop your dorm. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Grow-Grape-Vines | How to Grow Grape Vines | If you want to grow grape vines, pick a spot plenty of drainage and sunlight with slightly rocky or sandy soil. Either install a trellis or plant your grapes along a fence so the vines will have support as they grow. Plant your vines in late winter or early spring, placing the cuttings in a trench so the basal and center bud covered and the top bud is just above the soil surface. Give the plants a good watering, but then keep the water you give them to a minimum. | Choose a type of grape. As with any plant, certain types of grapes grow better in different areas and offer up different flavors and appearances. There are three general types of grapes: American, European, and Muscadine grapes. American grapes grow best in warm, sunny climates like that of central California. European grapes are common in Europe and Northern parts of the US, and Muscadine grapes are commonly found in the Southern US. Within each general type of grapevine, there are multiple species to choose from which each offer up their own flavor, color, texture, and size. Visit a local nursery to find one that fits your needs and environment. Select plants that look healthy and strong, and are 1 year old. When possible, get them certified virus-free to ensure that their healthy growth is continued. Look for plants that have an even root distribution, and whose canes are symmetrical. Prepare your own grapevine cuttings. If you or a friend has another grapevine you'd like to plant from, you can take a cutting and plant it in a new location. To use your own cuttings : Cut the sections directly from the vine or from brush that has recently been pruned off. Make sure the cutting is 3 nodes long (the nodes will look like bumps). At the bottom of the cutting, make the cut at an angle. This cut should be at 45 degrees and 1/4 to 1-inch above the node. When taking cuttings, plant as many as possible - in as many locations as possible - to have a higher chance of success. Surplus plants can be given away. Select a suitable location. Grapevines are long term plants that can live between 50 and 100 years. Therefore, make sure that the location you select is a permanent one that will offer up plenty of room for future grapevines. Grapevines thrive in sloped and hilly areas that offer up plenty of drainage and sunlight. When possible, plant your grapevines on a downward slope on a south-facing hill, in an area clear of other trees and large plants. In cold areas be sure to plant the grapevines in a sunny area, preferably facing south. A southern facing location may prevent frost nipping the vines. Also avoid "frost pockets" such as low-lying areas or the base of a slope, where cold air can pool and ruin a crop. If you live in the Southern Hemisphere, north-facing slopes are sunnier. Prepare the soil. Grapevines are a bit picky about their soil conditions, so make sure your are just right before planting. Use soil that slightly rocky or sandy with a pH just above 7. Amend the soil to promote good drainage if necessary, as water-logged roots are not conducive to healthy growing grapevines. For best results, take a soil sample to an agricultural extension office or soil testing laboratory for a complete soil test. This is usually cheap or free. If this is not possible, test the soil pH with an at-home kit and add pH adjusters to your soil if necessary. Although it may seem counterintuitive, grapevines do not like soil that is too nutrient-rich. Avoid heavily fertilized soil when possible, and follow recommendations from a soil test result or an experienced local grower. Prepare a trellis for your grapevines. Grapevines are, as the name implies, vine plants that grow upwards along a support structure. If you are not planting your grapes along a fence or other structure, construct or buy a trellis for them to grow along. This is typically a wooden structure made of intertwined boards that allow the vines to wrap around them, providing a sturdy support system. Latticed wood and wire can be purchased and attached to fence posts for an easy homemade trellis, if you don't have the funds or ability to purchase or make your own. Don't use a single stake (as you might for tomato plants) as this won't provide enough support for your vines once they start growing. Know when to plant. Wait to plant your grapevines until a frost-free day in late winter or early spring. Pruning should happen around this time in upcoming years as well. Contact your local agricultural service for exact planting dates. Plant your grapevines. Depending on the species of grapes you are planting, spacing will be different for each plant. For American and European grapes, plant each vine 6–10 feet (1.8–3.0 m) apart. Muscadines require much more space, and should be planted approximately 16 feet (4.9 m) apart. Plant the cuttings in a trench with the basal and center bud covered. The top bud should be just above the soil surface. Press the soil firmly around the newly planted grapevine cuttings. How deep you plant the vines will depend on the age and size of each individual plant. Don't bury the vine cane any higher than the first bud, but make sure the roots are completely covered in soil. Give your plants a good watering. Grapevines don't prefer heavy water or rain, so after the first watering keep the amount of water you give them to a minimum. Keep water near the roots so that the majority of it gets absorbed rather than evaporated by the sun. If your area doesn't get much rain, set up a drip system directly at the roots so that the grapevines get small amounts of water on a regular basis. Prune your grapevines. The first year, the grapevine should not be allowed to produce any fully matured fruits as these can damage the young vine with their weight. Cut back all the fruit, as well as all the vines except for the strongest that branch off the cane. In later years prune as needed following established local practices, and prune back 90% of the new growth on older vines each year. Prune vines when dormant. Always always prune grapevines when they are dormant. They will otherwise bleed their sap - losing vigour. This is typically in late winter when it is no longer cold enough to frost outside. Mulch around the vines. A layer of mulch around your plants will regulate soil temperature, retain water, and reduce weeds. Apply pest control as needed. Little pest control is needed as grapevines are naturally hardy. Keep weeds at bay by hand-weeding on a regular basis, and cover you grapevines in bird net to keep birds away if necessary. Seek guidance from your local gardening club or agricultural extension on how to combat the Vine Moth. It is one of the few pests that can decimate grapevines. Be sure to plant the grapevines so they receive enough airflow to prevent powdery mildew. Aphids can be a problem for grapevines; ladybugs are a natural consumer of aphids and will not damage your vines further. Harvest your grapes when appropriate. Strong, edible fruit likely won't appear for anywhere from 1-3 years. When it appears, test its ripeness by picking a few grapes from different areas and tasting them. If the grapes are sweet, start picking as they ready for harvesting and eating. Grapes will not continue to ripen after picking (as is the case with other fruits) so be sure not to pick them prematurely. Color and size are not necessarily a good indication of ripe fruit. Only pick the fruit after you've tasted it and are certain it is ready. | Choose a type of grape. Prepare your own grapevine cuttings. Select a suitable location. Prepare the soil. Prepare a trellis for your grapevines. Know when to plant. Plant your grapevines. Give your plants a good watering. Prune your grapevines. Prune vines when dormant. Mulch around the vines. Apply pest control as needed. Harvest your grapes when appropriate. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Contact-Rush-Limbaugh | How to Contact Rush Limbaugh | If you want to contact Rush Limbaugh during a live taping of his show, call his toll-free line at 1-800-282-2882 between 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. EST Monday through Friday. You may have to call a number of times to get through, and you will have to speak to a screener who will decide whether or not your call will be put through to Rush. If you have something interesting to say, though, you might just end up on the air! | Call in live to Rush’s radio show to speak with him on the air. Rush's radio show deals with political and current events. His show is popular, so you may have to call a number of times before you get through. If your call is answered, you will have to speak to a call screener who will decide if what you have to say is interesting enough to make it onto the air. If you are calling internationally, you will need to dial your country's exit code before dialing the show. If you want to talk to Rush about what's happening in the world, call 1-800-282-2882 between noon and 3:00 p.m. Eastern time Monday—Friday. Mail a letter to the Rush Limbaugh Show to have your thoughts read on the air. Rush occasionally reads letters from his listeners on the air. If you have a lot to say, or if you get nervous speaking in person, you may want to write a letter to make sure you get your thoughts across exactly how you intended. You should address your letter to The Rush Limbaugh Show, 125 West 55th Street, 10th Floor, New York, NY, 10019. Call Premiere Networks to advertise on the show. If you're looking to contact Rush because you want to advertise your business on his radio show, there are several ways you can reach out. You can also email [email protected] for ad information. Email Rush at [email protected]. If you have a lot to say, you might want to send Rush an email. Of course, with a radio show boasting over 13 million listeners a week, he may not have time to respond to each email personally. Download the Rush Limbaugh app to get a secret email address. The Rush Limbaugh app, developed by Premiere Radio Networks, Inc., is available on Android, iOS, Mac, and Windows. If you download the app and you're a paid member of Rush's fan club, called Rush 24/7, you'll get access to an exclusive email address for Rush not available to the public. Reach out to Rush on Twitter at @rushlimbaugh. Rush's Twitter feed hasn't been active for a while, but if you send him a witty enough tweet or DM, you may be able to catch his attention. | Call in live to Rush’s radio show to speak with him on the air. Mail a letter to the Rush Limbaugh Show to have your thoughts read on the air. Call Premiere Networks to advertise on the show. Email Rush at [email protected]. Download the Rush Limbaugh app to get a secret email address. Reach out to Rush on Twitter at @rushlimbaugh. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Baby-Bird-Rescue-Food | How to Make Baby Bird Rescue Food | To make baby bird rescue food, begin by figuring out the species of bird you're dealing with using a website like babybirdide.com, then searching the internet for information about that bird's natural diet. If it's a species of songbird, which is the most common, feed the baby chopped up mealworms, crickets, or flies. Alternatively, if it's a seed eater, like a chickadee, try mixing infant cereal or powdered wheat germ with water. For meat-eating birds, like hawks or falcons, feed them kitten food that's been soaked in water or pureed baby food containing chicken or beef. | Do not give a nestling water. A bird's larynx is poorly protected, so a bird can drown if you put water into its mouth. Birds get plenty of water through the appropriate food source for their species, so it is not necessary to supplement their diet with water. Doing so can be fatal. Identify the bird's species. Before you can feed a nestling, you need to know what kind of bird it is. Different types of birds eat different types of food. For example, some birds eat only seeds, while others eat only insects and worms. Other birds, like vultures, are meat-eaters. If you feed a seed-eater a diet of worms, he will die. It is very important to identify the species before attempting an emergency feeding. For help identifying your bird's species, visit http://www.babybirdid.com/ , where you can view a gallery of images of common nestlings. If you have a large social network on Facebook or Twitter, you can also try posting a picture of the baby bird and asking for help with an identification. When you get a response, be sure to do a Google image search to verify that the identification is correct. Once you have identified the bird, you need to search the internet or a reliable reference book for information about that species' diet. For example, if you have found a baby chickadee, an internet search for "what do chickadees eat" or "chickadee diet" will tell you that they mostly eat insects but also like some seeds. Feed songbirds appropriately. Songbirds are the most typical kind of bird you'll encounter. Most songbird nestlings eat insects, but some, like house finches, don't. For insect eaters: chopped mealworms (available at pet stores) or insects like flies, crickets, grasshoppers, and moths. You can supplement the insects with chopped, cooked, and cooled to room temperature hard-boiled eggs. Feed seed eaters the right food. Seed eaters tend to be the smaller birds (sparrows, chickadees, doves, etc). Feed seed-eaters high protein dry infant cereal mixed with water (for example, Gerber brand baby oatmeal), wheat germ, corn or oatmeal that has been powdered in the blender. Feed meat eaters the right food. Meat-eating birds tend to be the biggest ones, birds of prey like falcons and so on. They will need to be fed even more frequently than the smaller birds and are more dangerous to handle, but they are also the ones you're least likely to encounter. Feed them high protein dry kitten or dog food that has been soaked in water so that it is soft, or canned pureed meats prepared for infants such as chicken or beef. You can also feed them boiled chicken or live insects like flies and mealworms. Avoid mixing batches of food more than a day ahead of time. Otherwise the food will go bad and will harm, or even kill the baby bird. Remember that caring for a baby bird requires a lot of work and energy and you'll be mixing a lot of batches of food. Mix up the amount of bird food that you will need for one feeding at a time-- generally just a few teaspoons for a small bird. Remember that most baby birds eat food that has been digested and regurgitated by their parents, so keep the consistency wet but not liquidy. Notice if the baby is a nestling or a fledgling. Depending on its developmental stage, a baby bird may need your help or it may be practicing important life skills and your "help" would actually interfere with this natural process. A nestling is a pink, newborn bird who has not yet grown any flight feathers, while a fledgling is more like a toddler: fledglings have grown some of their adult feathers and are beginning to practice the skills needed for survival as an adult, including foraging for food and flying for short distances. If you see a nestling on the ground, it has probably fallen or been kicked out of its nest by its parents. You will need to place it back into its nest. A fledgling, on the other hand, may have flown to the ground and is probably practicing important skills like foraging for insects. You should not attempt an immediate rescue of a fledgling bird, but instead observe it from a distance (inside your house if possible) to see if the parents are nearby. In some cases, the fledgling will practice living on the ground, hopping around for days or even weeks! Keep children and pets away and let it be. Return a nestling to its nest. When you find a baby bird on the ground, look up in trees or bushes directly around where it was found. It most likely fell or blew out of its nest. If you locate a nest, look inside for other baby birds of the same type to be sure that you've found the right nest. You may be worried that the mother bird won't care for its baby if it has been handled by humans, but that is actually a myth. Most birds have a poor sense of smell, so they won't pay much attention to your smell. Put on gloves or use a tea towel or infant blanket to very gently pick up the baby bird. This protects the bird from your germs and also protects you from pecks or scratches as well as mites that live on wild birds. Make a makeshift nest if the nest has fallen. If the nest has fallen out of the tree and is nearby on the ground, you should gather as much of it as you can and place it into a plastic container that is about the same size of the original nest. If there is no nest material or very little, you can add shredded paper towels. You will need to secure this new nest into the tree. Drill a couple of holes in the bottom of the container for drainage, then nail the plastic container up in the closest tree. Very gently place the nestling inside the new makeshift nest (using gloves or a small blanket or towel to lift the bird). Wait at least a day. Birds come and go from their nests, and the parents may have seen you fussing around their baby and might be staying away out of fear you'll return. If you don't see a parent bird immediately that doesn't mean that the parent bird isn't coming back. If no parents have been observed after a day, it may have been abandoned and you will need to get it to the proper authorities to care for it. Call a licensed wildlife rehabilitator immediately. Nestlings require a very specific diet depending on their species, and most baby birds who die have been taken in by well-meaning people who try to feed them but effectively poison them instead by giving them the wrong diet. It is also illegal in the United States to attempt to raise a wild animal without a license. It's very important to contact someone who is trained to deal with a baby bird. If there is no rehabilitator close by (or if they are closed, for example on the weekend) and the parent birds have absolutely abandoned the baby, that is the only time you should attempt to feed and care for a nestling. Consider this: if you make a wrong guess at the species or dietary requirements of the bird, you may kill it. Only risk feeding it if it is definitely going to die without your intervention. Remember, birds can go 24 hours without eating, so avoid feeding it unless absolutely necessary. Place the bird in a temporary home. You can use a shoebox padded with paper towels or, if you tried using a plastic nest, you can repurpose it for a temporary home by placing the entire nest into the box. Make sure that the sides of the box are high enough that the bird cannot hop out (they can hop higher than you think, so overestimate to be safe!). Keep the box inside your home where it is warm, out of direct sunlight and in a quiet area away from noisy children or pets. Keep the bird warm. The most important thing you can do when caring for a baby bird is to keep it warm. As said before, a baby bird can go for 24 hours without food, but they desperately need warmth, especially if they've been injured or traumatized. One way to keep the bird warm is to place a heating pad set on low under one end of its box. Never place the bird directly on the heating pad as that can overheat it. Instead, wrap the heating pad in a shirt or cloth and keep it beneath the bird. You can also use a hot water bottle wrapped in a cloth and placed into the bird's box, but be sure that the bottle will not leak as this will get the bird wet and cause it to become chilled. Feed the bird consistently. Baby birds need to be fed at about 30 minute intervals from dawn to dusk-- and some require even more feeding, up to every ten minutes! You have to put the food into the bird's mouth; it won't eat it if it is just there in the temporary nest. Don't pry open the bird's mouth. If it is hungry it will open its mouth for you. Try to have only one person care for the bird and feed it as this will limit its contact with humans and help to feel safe. Clean up after the bird. Once the bird has been taken by a rehabilitator or you've reintroduced it to the wild, you need to sanitize the area where it stayed (or better yet, throw the whole box away). Wild birds have mites that can infest your home, and bird droppings can spread disease. Also be sure to wash your hands very thoroughly after handling the bird. | Do not give a nestling water. Identify the bird's species. Feed songbirds appropriately. Feed seed eaters the right food. Feed meat eaters the right food. Avoid mixing batches of food more than a day ahead of time. Notice if the baby is a nestling or a fledgling. Return a nestling to its nest. Make a makeshift nest if the nest has fallen. Wait at least a day. Call a licensed wildlife rehabilitator immediately. Place the bird in a temporary home. Keep the bird warm. Feed the bird consistently. Clean up after the bird. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Know-if-You-Have-Asthma | How to Know if You Have Asthma | To know if you have asthma, look out for excessive dry coughing, which often begins soon after you wake up. Additionally, listen for a wheezing or high-pitched whistling noise when you exhale. You should also take note of any abnormal shortness of breath when you're performing activities, like exercise. If you notice your skin turning a blueish grey color or you're struggling to breathe even when resting, seek medical attention as these can be signs of a severe asthma attack. | Take the combination of gender and age into consideration. In the US, boys under 18 years have a 54% higher rate of asthma than girls. But by 20, female asthma sufferers outnumber the males. After 35 this gap grows, with 10.1% of women having asthma compared to 5.6% of men. After menopause the rate decreases for females, and the gap narrows but does not completely disappear. Experts have a few theories on why gender and age seem to affect asthma risk: Increased atopy (a predisposition to allergic sensitivity) in male adolescents. Smaller airway size in male adolescents compared to females. Sex hormone fluctuations during premenstrual, menstrual, and menopausal years in women. Studies that re-introduced hormones for menopausal women had an increase in newly diagnosed asthma. Look for a family history of asthma. Experts have found more than 100 genes that associated with asthma and allergies. Research done on families — especially twins — suggests that asthma is caused by a shared hereditary factor. A 2009 study found that family history was actually the strongest predictor of whether someone will develop asthma. If comparing families with normal, moderate, and high genetic risk for asthma, moderate risk subjects were 2.4 times more likely to develop asthma, and high risk subjects 4.8 times more likely. Ask your parents and other relatives if there is a history of asthma in your family. If you are adopted, your biological parents may have provided a family history to your adoptive family. Take note of any allergies. Research has linked an immune protein antibody called "IgE" with the development of asthma. If you have high IgE levels, you're also more likely to inherit a predisposition to developing allergies. When there's IgE in the blood, the body experiences an inflammatory allergic reaction that causes airway constriction, rashes, itchiness, watery eyes, wheezing, etc. Note an allergic reaction you may have to common triggers, including food, roaches, animals, mold, pollen and dust mites. If you have allergies, you also have an increased risk of developing asthma. If you experience severe allergic reactions but can't identify the trigger, ask your doctor for allergy testing. He or she will expose small patches of your skin to different types of allergens to look for allergic changes. Avoid exposure to tobacco smoke. When we inhale particles into our lungs, the body's reaction is to cough it out. These particles can also trigger an inflammatory response and asthma symptoms. The more exposure you get to tobacco smoke, the greater risk you have of developing asthma. If you're addicted to smoking, talk to your healthcare professional about strategies and medications you can use to quit. Common strategies include using nicotine gum and patches, gradually decreasing cigarette use, or taking medications like Chantix or Wellbutrin. Even if you're having trouble quitting, make sure not to smoke around other people. Consistent exposure to second-hand smoke can cause asthma to develop in those around you. Smoking while pregnant causes childhood wheezing, increased risk of food allergies, and inflammatory proteins in the blood. The effect is even greater if the child continues to be exposed to second-hand smoke after birth. Talk to your OBGYN before taking any oral medication to help you stop smoking. Lower your stress levels. Many studies have shown that high levels of stress hormones can lead to the onset of asthma symptoms, increased allergen sensitivity, and lung constriction. Try to identify the things that cause the most stress in your life, and work toward removing those stressors. Try relaxation techniques such as deep breathing , meditation , and yoga. Exercise regularly to release endorphins that ease pain and reduce stress levels. Improve your sleeping habits : go to sleep when you're tired, don't sleep with the TV on, don't eat before going to sleep, avoid night time caffeine, and try to maintain same sleep schedule daily. Stay away from the air pollution in your environment. A significant portion of childhood asthma is caused by exposure to air pollution from factories, construction, vehicles, and industrial plants. Just as tobacco smoke irritates the lungs, air pollution triggers inflammatory reactions that lead to lung damage and constriction. While you can't eliminate air pollution, you can reduce your exposure. Avoid breathing the air around major streets or highways when possible. Have children play outside in areas far away from highways or construction. If relocation is an option, see the EPA's air quality index guidelines to find the areas with the best air quality. Take your medications into consideration. If you are taking certain medications, note if you've been having more asthma symptoms since you began taking them. If so, consult your doctor before stopping, reducing dosage for, or changing medications. Studies show that aspirin and ibuprofen can cause lung and airway constriction in asthmatic patients sensitive to them. ACE inhibitors used to treat blood pressure don't cause asthma, but cause a dry cough that can be mistaken for it. However, excessive coughing from ACE inhibitors can irritate your lungs and trigger the onset of asthma. Common ACE inhibitors include ramipril and perindopril. Beta blockers are used to treat heart problems, high blood pressure, and migraines. They can constrict your lung airways. Some doctors may prescribe beta blockers even if you have asthma, and just keep an eye on you for changes. Common beta blockers include metoprolol and propanolol. Maintain a healthy weight. Many studies have found a link between increased weight and increased risk of asthma. The extra weight makes it harder to breathe and pump blood throughout your body. It also increases the number of inflammatory proteins (cytokines) in the body, making you more likely to experience airway inflammation and constriction. See a doctor even for mild symptoms. Early symptoms aren't serious enough to interfere with your normal activities or daily life. When the condition starts to progress, though, you'll notice yourself having trouble with normal activities. People usually continue to experience the early symptoms, but more severely. If left undiagnosed or untreated, the early, mild symptoms of asthma can get progressively worse. This is especially true if you don't identify your triggers and avoid them. Notice excessive coughing. If you have asthma, your airways can get closed off because of the constriction or inflammation from the disease. Your body will respond by trying to clear your airways through coughing. While the coughs you get during a bacterial infection are wet, mucus-y coughs, asthma coughs tend to be dry, with very little mucus. If coughing begins or worsens at night, it may be asthma. A common symptom of asthma is nighttime coughing, or coughing that gets worse right after you wake up. In more progressed cases, coughing extends into the day. Listen for noise when you exhale. Asthmatics often notice a wheezing or high-pitched whistling when they exhale. This is caused by the constriction of airways. Note when you hear the sound. If it's at the very end of exhalation, it's an early sign of mild asthma. But as the condition progresses from mild to moderate symptoms, you'll wheeze or whistle throughout the entire exhalation. Take note of unusual shortness of breath. "Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction" is a type of asthma seen in those who've just done something strenuous, like exercising. The airway constriction will leave you tired and gasping for air sooner than you should be, and you may have to give up the activity before you want to. Compare how long you can normally exercise to instances when fatigue and shortness of breath limit you. Be on the watch for rapid breathing. To get more oxygen in the constricted lungs, the body increases its respiration rate. Place your palm over your chest and count how many times your chest rise and falls in one minute. Use a stopwatch or clock with a second hand, so you can time out an accurate minute. A normal respiratory rate is between 12 and 20 breaths in 60 seconds. With moderate asthma, your respiratory rate can be from 20 to 30 breaths per minute. Don't ignore cold or flu symptoms. Though the coughing from asthma is different from that from a cold or flu, bacteria and viruses can trigger asthma. Look for signs of infection that may be causing the asthma symptoms: sneezing, runny nose, sore throat, and congestion. If the coughing dark, green, or white mucus, the infection may be bacterial. If it's clear or white, it may be viral. If you see these infection symptoms combined with noise on exhalation and gasping for breath, you likely have asthma triggered by an infection. See a doctor to find out exactly what's going on. Seek medical attention if you can't breathe, even without exertion. Normally, the shortness of breath caused by activity in asthmatics gets better with rest. However, when severe symptoms are present or when you're experiencing an asthma attack, breathlessness occurs even when you're resting because of triggers activating the inflammatory process. If the inflammation is serious enough, you will suddenly find yourself severely short of breath or taking deep gasps of air. You may also feel like you can't fully exhale. When the body needs the oxygen from inhalation, it shortens exhalation so it can get to oxygen more quickly. You may find that you can't speak in full sentences, but are using short words and sentences between gasps. Check your respiration rate. Even mild and moderate asthma attacks can make you breathe rapidly, but severe attacks are worse. The constriction in your airways is preventing you bringing enough fresh air into your body, starving it of oxygen. The rapid breathing is your body's attempt to get as much oxygen as possible to correct the situation before it suffers damage. Place your palm over your chest and note how many times your chest rises and falls in one minute. Use a stopwatch or clock with a second hand to time out an accurate minute. In severe episodes, your respiration rate will be over 30 breaths per minute. Take your pulse. To get oxygen to your tissues and organs, blood picks up oxygen from the air in your lungs and carries it to different parts of the body. During a severe attack, when there's not enough oxygen being brought in, the heart must pump blood faster to get as much oxygen to tissues and organs as possible. You may feel your heart racing without explanation during severe attacks. Hold your hand out, palm up. Place the tips of the index and middle fingers of your other hand on the outer part of your wrist, below the thumb. You will feel a rapid, beating pulse from the radial artery. Calculate your heart rate by counting how many times your heart beats in one minute. A normal heart rate is less than 100 beats per minute, but in severe asthma symptoms you may get rates over 120. Some smart phones now have heartbeat monitors built right in. If yours does, you can use that. Look for a bluish tinge to your skin. Blood is only bright red when it's carrying oxygen — otherwise it's much darker. Whenever we see it, it's hit the open air outside of our bodies and turned bright with oxygen, so we're not used to thinking of it any other way. But during a severe asthma attack, you may experience "cyanosis" caused by dark, oxygen-starved blood traveling through your arteries. This causes the skin to appear bluish or grayish, especially on the lips, fingers, nails, gums, or the thin skin around the eyes. See if you're tensing your neck and chest muscles. When we breathe heavily or are in respiratory distress, we engage accessory (not usually central to breathing) muscles. The muscles we bring into the breathing process in these situations are on the sides of the neck: the sternocleidomastoid and scalene muscles. Look for deep outlines in the neck muscles if you're having trouble breathing. Furthermore, the muscles between our ribs (the intercostals) get pulled inward. These muscles help lift the rib cage during inhalation, and may be able to see this retraction between your ribs in serious conditions. Look in the mirror to see both the deeply outlined neck muscles and the retracted muscles between your ribs. Check for chest tightness or pain. When you're working too hard to breathe, the muscles involved with respiration get overworked. This results in muscle fatigue in the chest, which feels like tightness and pain. The pain might feel dull, sharp, or stabbing, and can around the middle of the chest (sternal) or slightly off center (parasternal). This requires immediate medical attention and a visit to the emergency room to rule out heart issues. Listen for worsening noise during respiration. In mild and moderate symptoms, the whistling and wheezing is only heard on exhalation. However, in severe episodes, you can hear it both on exhalation and inhalation. The whistling noise we hear on inhalation is known as "stridor," and is caused by constriction of the throat muscles in the upper respiratory tract. Wheezing tends to occur on exhalation, and is caused by constriction of muscles in the lower respiratory tract. Noise on inhalation can be a symptom both of asthma and of severe allergic reaction. You need to be able to distinguish between them so you can treat the cause appropriately. Look for hives or red rashes on the chest, which indicate an allergic reaction instead of an asthma attack. Swelling of the lips or tongue also point to allergies. Treat asthma symptoms as soon as possible. If you have a severe attack that makes it hard to breathe, call 911 and get to an emergency room immediately. If you're undiagnosed, you likely don't have a rescue inhaler. If you have one, though, use it. Albuterol inhaler pumps should only be used 4 times a day, but in an attack it's ok to use it as often as every 20 minutes for 2 hours. Take slow deep breaths, counting to 3 in your head on inhalation and exhalation. This can help reduce stress and your breathing rate. Remove the trigger if you can identify it. Asthma will get better when you use steroids prescribed by your physician. These drugs can be inhaled through a pump or taken as a tablet. Take a puff of the medication or a tablet with water. It takes a few hours to start working, but will control asthma symptoms. Seek emergency attention for severe asthma symptoms. These symptoms suggest you're having an acute attack, and your body is struggling to draw enough air to function. This is considered a medical emergency that could prove potentially fatal if not treated immediately. Provide your doctor with your medical history. The information you give should be as accurate as possible. This will allow the doctor to get an overall picture about the issues affecting you. Prepare the information beforehand so you don't have to think of it off the top of your head at the doctor's office: Any signs and symptoms of asthma (coughing, shortness of breath, noises during breathing, etc.) Past medical history (previous allergies, etc.) Family history (history of lung diseases or allergies with your parents, siblings, etc.) Your social history (tobacco use, diet and exercise, environment) Any medications you may be on (such as aspirin) and any supplements or vitamins you're taking Submit to a physical examination. The doctor might examine some or all of the following during your exam: your ears, eyes, nose, throat, skin, chest and lungs during the exam. This may include using the stethoscope on the front and back of your chest to listen for breathing noises or absence of lung sounds. Because asthma is related to allergies, he or she will also look for runny nose, red eyes, watery eyes and skin rashes. Finally, the doctor will inspect the throat for swelling and your ability to breathe, as well as any abnormal sounds that may indicate constricted airways. Allow the doctor to confirm the diagnosis with a spirometry test. During this test, you will breathe into a mouthpiece connected to a spirometer that measures your air flow rate and how much air you can breathe in and out. Take a deep breath and exhale forcefully for as long as possible while the device takes the measurement. While a positive result confirms asthma, a negative result doesn't rule it out. Do a peak air flow test. This is similar to spirometry, and measures how much air you can exhale. Your doctor or a lung specialist may recommend this test to help confirm the diagnosis. To take the test, place your lips over the opening of the device and set the device to zero. Stand up straight and take a deep breath, then blow as hard and fast as you can in one breath. Repeat this a few times so you can get consistent results. Take the largest of these numbers — this is your peak flow. When you feel asthma symptoms coming on, repeat the test and compare your airflow to your peak flow. If your value is over 80% of your best peak flow, you're in a safe range. If your value is between 50 and 80% of your best peak flow, your asthma is not being well-managed and your physician will likely adjust medication for you. You're at moderate risk of experiencing an asthma attack if you're in this range. If your value is less than 50% of your best peak flow, you're experiencing a severe decrease in breathing function that likely needs to be addressed with medication. Ask the doctor to do a methacholine challenge test. If you're not presenting with symptoms when you see the doctor, it can be hard for him or her to diagnose you accurately. He or she may recommend a methacholine challenge test. He or she will provide you with an inhaler you'll use to inhale methacholine. The methacholine will cause airway constriction if you have asthma, and trigger symptoms that can be measured with spirometry and peak air flow tests. Test your response to asthma medication. Sometimes your doctor will forgo these tests and just provide asthma medication to see if you get better. If symptoms reverse, chances are you have asthma. Symptom severity will help your doctor choose what medications to use, but a full history and physical exam will also factor into the decision. A common medication is an albuterol/salbutamol inhaler pump, which you use by pursing your lips over the opening and pumping the medication in your lungs while you inhale. Bronchodilator medications help open constricted airways by dilating them. | Take the combination of gender and age into consideration. Look for a family history of asthma. Take note of any allergies. Avoid exposure to tobacco smoke. Lower your stress levels. Stay away from the air pollution in your environment. Take your medications into consideration. Maintain a healthy weight. See a doctor even for mild symptoms. Notice excessive coughing. Listen for noise when you exhale. Take note of unusual shortness of breath. Be on the watch for rapid breathing. Don't ignore cold or flu symptoms. Seek medical attention if you can't breathe, even without exertion. Check your respiration rate. Take your pulse. Look for a bluish tinge to your skin. See if you're tensing your neck and chest muscles. Check for chest tightness or pain. Listen for worsening noise during respiration. Treat asthma symptoms as soon as possible. Seek emergency attention for severe asthma symptoms. Provide your doctor with your medical history. Submit to a physical examination. Allow the doctor to confirm the diagnosis with a spirometry test. Do a peak air flow test. Ask the doctor to do a methacholine challenge test. Test your response to asthma medication. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Girl-Become-Obsessed-with-You | How to Make a Girl Become Obsessed with You | To make a girl become obsessed with you, compliment her personality every once in a while so she feels good about herself when she's around you. Also, try to charm her by acting like a gentleman and engaging in witty, smart conversations. You should also take care of your appearance by showering every day and wearing fitted clothes that you feel confident in, which will make you more attractive. Just remember not to be pushy or needy since that can be a big turnoff for girls. | Be her hero. Whenever she is in trouble or worried about something, don't just sit there with her. Acknowledge that you don't have all the answers, and that you may not know exactly what she's going through, but try to help make the situation better for her. Ask her how you can help, but don't insist that she let you. Be patient with anything she goes through and be supportive. When you can make a difference, do so without hesitation, but also cautiously, as you don't want to hurt her in any way. If she likes you already, go above and beyond the call of duty. Do something that she'd never expect you to do, like cooking her breakfast and then doing the dishes, and she'll fall even harder for you. You're showing her what you're made of. If she doesn't like you yet, or you don't know how she feels about it, play it cool. Be calm. If you're the kind of guy who gets sweaty and stutters his words when he's around a girl, then just calm down. Think of her as just your friend who happens to look different. If you can't calm down, no sweat! Girls think it is adorable when guys trip over themselves. You'll make her laugh in a good way! Don't fly too deep into the friend zone. Be friendly with her without always being available. Girls love guys who are a bit mysterious, so try to cultivate a bit of mystery — don't always pick up the phone, let on where you're going, etc. Be honest, but not always totally up front. Pay attention to how you look. Your guy-friends probably didn't care that you walked around in the same clothes you mowed the lawn in, but the girl of your dreams probably won't be very impressed. Here are three simple things you can start doing right away that will help: Shower and shave every day. If you're not yet old enough to shave, don't sweat it. You should be soon. Smell nice and look clean by showering or bathing regularly. Wear clothes that actually fit. Not your older brother's clothes; not your dad's clothes. Wear your own clothes, and ones that flatter your figure. It doesn't matter how much money you have — every guy needs a good pair of jeans, a fitting t-shirt, a simple but elegant collared shirt, and shoes to fit the occasion. Get in shape. Lose that excess flab if you can and turn it into muscle. Most girls like guys who have developed muscles that aren't so chiseled they're intimidating. Find an intramural sports league that you're interested in and go for it. You might even be able to impress your lady with your skills. Be charming. You must at least have some kind of charm to appeal to a woman. Most men are charming in a couple different ways, but here are some charming ideas to think about: Be a gentleman. This means opening doors, paying for a date, keeping your word, etc. Girls love to feel like a gentleman cares about them. Be witty. Girls love guys who are great conversationalists, who can turn anything into a joke. Learn how to elegantly make fun of yourself. Be intelligent. You should do your best to be well-read , informed about current-affairs , and curious. Women like men who are smart but still relatable. Be reliable. Every girl wants a guy who, at the end of the day, is reliable — dependable not because he has to be, but because he wants to be. Being reliable is all about telling a girl that she has security with you. Try to be the most reliable guy you know. Do what you say you're going to do. If you talk the talk, walk the walk. Girls don't like guys who say they're going to do something and never follow through with it. Be punctual. Even though some girls are late to dates, a girl hates it when she has to wait on a guy. To her, it says: "I don't care enough about you to be on-time." If you're going to be late, let her know. Have a good reputation. Be the guy that other guys want to vouch for. You never know whether she, or one of her friends, could ask around about you. And if she hears how you cheated on your ex-girlfriend, your reputation is shot and you'll have to rebuild it. Try to be funny: This gives the girl a reason to relax. A person is more responsive and receptive when relaxed. This is similar to being witty, but with higher importance. It helps you connect with her emotionally/intellectually. She should enjoy your company and not be bored. Don't be too pushy. It's a turnoff when you're always around her and touching her and flirting obnoxiously with her when she is not interested and has never shown any interest at all. Learn to give her the control, even if it's only the illusion of control. If a girl doesn't want to make out, for example, or have sex, don't try to force it out of her. That's not the way to get her obsessed with you. Instead, listen to her wishes, understand why she has them, and respect them. You'll get more bees with honey than you will with vinegar. Have financial independence. Most women don't care how much you make, or who your parents are, so long as you can provide for them. That's nice, because most men aren't blessed with wealth. Remember these things about money around women: Women, like men, want to be spoiled some of the time. It doesn't have to be extravagant, but they like to be spoiled. Save enough money so that you can spoil her every once in a while. Most women don't like men who flaunt their money. If you have money, don't flaunt it, because you just might scare her away. Don't flirt with other girls too much. A girl might really like you but if she sees you dancing or talking with another girl, that could be a dealbreaker. Make sure she knows you're interested in only her. At the same time, have friends who are also girls. If you hang around friends who are also girls, she'll feel safer around you because other women are comfortable hanging out with you. If you never hang around any women, it could be a sign to her that you're illiterate when it comes to them. Sometimes, women engage in a little competition — just like men! Therefore, it's helpful to have other women around, provided you don't get involved or flirt with them. Compliment her. Give her some good old-fashioned compliments. Don't compliment her ability to do every little thing perfectly, or you'll seem too needy or obsessive yourself. But a well-placed compliment can make a girl remember you for days on end! Be sincere when you compliment. Figure out what you like about her best — what you think makes her most unique — and tell her. If it's the truth, it will automatically come out as sincere. Reinforce how she views herself. If she thinks of herself as an athlete, reinforce her competitive spirit or athletic skills. If she thinks of herself as a thinker, praise her smarts. Whatever she thinks of herself as, compliment that aspect of her the most. Focus more on her personality than her appearance. If you have to get in a compliment about her appearance, stay away from the more feminine areas and stick to complimenting these: Smile Hair Eyes Lips Clothes (style, appearance, etc.) Give her reasons to be reminded of you. Sing or hum songs, talk about movies, share favorite places. Anything that, when she hears/sees it again, will make her think of you. Balance your sensitive side with your masculine side. Girls like guys who are in touch with their feminine side without being girly at all. That means you have to understand where she's coming from but still be thoroughly manly if you can. Learn a lesson from the following cues: It's OK to cry at a movie and to be vulnerable around her. Girls see this as you being comfortable enough around them to open up, and this will bring you two closer. Don't listen to people who tell you girls only want masculine men. It's OK to dress well...but not too well. As discussed earlier, girls love a guy who can dress nicely. But as soon as the guy dresses nicer than her, that can be a big turnoff. Most of all, do not use guides such as this one literally. You should not make building a relationship with her a script. The most important thing to do when looking for a meaningful relationship is to relax around her, and let your true personality shine through. Do not force yourself to fit a stereotype. You're better off waiting until you can find a girl who likes you, not a stereotypical "cool" guy. A relationship in which you can be yourself is much, much more meaningful than one in which you have to pretend to be someone else. Girls don't always have the best idea about what they want. Be yourself and be a gentlemen. Let her do what she wants and act like you care about her. | Be her hero. Don't fly too deep into the friend zone. Pay attention to how you look. Be charming. Be reliable. Try to be funny: Don't be too pushy. Have financial independence. Don't flirt with other girls too much. Compliment her. Give her reasons to be reminded of you. Balance your sensitive side with your masculine side. Most of all, do not use guides such as this one literally. Girls don't always have the best idea about what they want. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Tackle-Your-Boyfriend-Not-Making-Enough-Time-for-You | How to Tackle Your Boyfriend Not Making Enough Time for You | If your boyfriend is not making enough time for you, let him know your feelings, needs, and expectations, then look for ways to improve the time you spend together. For example, if your boyfriend is glued to his phone a lot of the time, try saying something like, "We both seem to spend so much time looking at our phones that we miss out on spending quality time. What do you think about making it a rule that we don't look at our phones during meals together?" You may want to also consider establishing a schedule where you regularly make time for one another on certain days or for certain activities that you like to do together. | Set rules to minimize distractions from technology. Your boyfriend might physically be spending plenty of time with you, but may not be paying attention to you because he's busy looking at his phone or computer. This infringes on your quality time together. Talk it over with him and set limits one when you can both utilize technology while together. “We both seem to spend so much time looking at our phones that we miss out on opportunities to spend quality time together. I'd like to suggest that we set some parameters for when we use technology when we're together.” Consider banning phones from any meals you eat together. Put them on the counter, in another room, just make them inaccessible so that you two can talk with one another. Put your phones and tablets on “Do Not Disturb” or “Goodnight Mode” so that neither of you are compelled to check an incoming email or text message after 9 o'clock in the evening. You might want to compromise if your boyfriend's job is dependent on being available on off hours. For example, many doctors must be on call and available to address patient issues over the telephone on evenings and weekends. Establish a schedule. Talk to your boyfriend about your schedules and together, decide on days or activities that you'd regularly like to make time to be together. This doesn't mean that you should only spend time together on those days, or that you're even committed to always spending time together according to the schedule, but it does give you a nice foundation with which to work. You might plan on taco Tuesdays for dinner at a local eatery, Fridays going out for dinner and a movie, Saturdays going bike riding or hiking, and Mondays watching television at home. This will help you establish a foundation, but also help you have the conversation about how much time you feel each of you should make for the other. Have a code word. While you two are talking about how much time you expect one another to make for the relationship, also come up with a code word that either of you can say if you're uncomfortable with your partner's behavior. Code words are discreet, quick, simple, and keep the conversation between the two of you. This is especially effective if one of you breaks the technology rules that you agree on. This is also handy if you're in a group setting and he starts making plans with someone else for a time that you already agreed to spend together. Keep your code word simple, but also not an everyday word. You don't want it to be so common that you both get confused. For example, “seltzer water” or “lamp shade” or “Professor Xavier” are simple but also unique enough that they won't come up in everyday conversation, typically. Look for alternative ways to communicate when you can’t be together. You and your boyfriend may have different schedules or responsibilities that prevent you from seeing one another as much as you like. This is a great opportunity to utilize technology, such as text messages, social media, or even video chat. Making time for one another doesn't have to be only in person. This is particularly helpful if one or both of you is especially busy. For example, if he has frequent evening work engagements, he may simply be unable to schedule dinners with you regularly. Suggest, then, that you have late-night video chats after he's done with his work commitments. Communicate your needs. You can show him what your expectations are for making time for each other, but you would also do well to tell him exactly how you feel and what you expect. Don't attack him or point fingers. Cultivate an open dialogue and tell him how you're feeling. You might begin with, “I need us to discuss our expectations of one another. I'm feeling like we have different ideas of how much time to put into a relationship and this has me feeling down and a bit insecure.” Define your expectations. What do you want and expect out of a relationship? Ask yourself what sort of expectations you have about making time for one another. Also think about how you see that time being spent – actively doing things together or each doing your own thing but in the same house. If your vision of how much time partners should make for one another differs substantially from his, consider what sort of compromise is workable for you. Try saying something like, “My expectations for this relationship are that we will see each other at least a few days every week and that we will communicate in some way every day, but it seems like you might not want that much communication. I think we should talk about this and try to reach a compromise.” He may be a great guy, but if he can't make the time for you that you want or need, it may be time to face that reality – this might mean breaking up, it might mean counselling. Talk with him about his actions. The saying that actions speak louder than words is never truer than in a relationship. Your boyfriend may say that he misses you or wants to spend time with you – he might even make plans – but then something tends to come up and you're left feeling a bit neglected. These actions show that he's not prioritizing you appropriately. This doesn't mean that he doesn't love you or want to be with you. It simply means his actions are defying his words. Talk to him about this and point to specific actions. For example, you might say, “You tell me that you miss me, and you know that I miss you, but then when you do have free time, you spend it playing video games rather than spending quality time with me. Your actions make me feel as though I'm not a priority.” Cultivate your friendship. Almost every romantic relationship requires some foundation of friendship to endure. After time, your friendship might take a back seat to your relationship and the everyday bustle of life, making the time you spend together even less frequent. Make a conscious effort to nourish your friendship with your boyfriend, which should naturally encourage him to make more time for you. For example, if you initially bonded because of a shared interest, like a game that you both enjoy, get back into playing the game with one another. Of, if you both share a love of the outdoors but just haven't had time to get out like you used to, ask him to start hiking with you. Evaluate him honestly. If your boyfriend is consistently not making enough time for you, it's time to think about who he is. He might be a great guy, but he might not be emotionally ready or willing to be in the sort of relationship that you want. Perhaps he's emotionally immature, or maybe he's just selfish. Looking at him honestly for who he is will only help you in the long run. You might realize that he's just not ready to spend as much time with you as you need or be able to be in a committed, adult relationship. That's not a reflection on him as a person, but shows that you two are at different points in your lives. Define your relationship. You and your boyfriend need to define your relationship, which is different than defining your relationship goals. You both need to communicate what you think your status is and what that status implies, and, more specifically, how much time you expect to make for the relationship on a day-to-day basis. You might find that you're on different pages, which could explain why he's not making enough time for you. You can simply ask him, “what do you see our relationship status as? And what does that mean to you?” If he says that he sees you as an exclusive couple, take the opportunity to ask him, “How do you envision a couple interacting on a day-to-day basis?” Don’t settle. If you feel that your boyfriend isn't making enough time for you, don't rationalize or justify the behavior. These are your feelings, after all. Don't settle for behavior that isn't meeting your needs. His reasons for not making as much time as you would like in the relationship (work, family obligations, transportation, etc.) may be perfectly valid, but that doesn't mean that you have to settle for them. Prioritize your needs. For example, if you feel that you need someone who wants to spend more time with you and your boyfriend is unwilling to spend more time with you, then you may want to end the relationship and look for someone new. Talk with friends. If you feel that your boyfriend just isn't making adequate time for you, turn to your friends. Talk with a friend whose judgment you trust about how you're feeling. They should feel free to tell you that they agree with your assessment or that you're overreacting. Friends are a great sounding board and can help you view the problem through another lens, helping you see another perspective. You might discover that the act of talking with a friend is all that you need to feel better. On the other hand, they can help you come up with a reasonable solution to the problem. | Set rules to minimize distractions from technology. Establish a schedule. Have a code word. Look for alternative ways to communicate when you can’t be together. Communicate your needs. Define your expectations. Talk with him about his actions. Cultivate your friendship. Evaluate him honestly. Define your relationship. Don’t settle. Talk with friends. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Beach-Sand-off-Your-Feet | How to Get Beach Sand off Your Feet | Sandy feet when you leave the beach can make a mess, but there are a few easy ways you can get the sand off. The most obvious solution is to rinse your feet off with water, but that's not your only option. You can also rub baby powder into your feet to get the sand off. Or, you can rub your feet over a carpet mat, like one of the mats from your car, so all of the sand falls off. To avoid sandy feet in the future, wear flip-flops when you go to the beach. | Accessorize with mesh products. Sand gets into everything, including your belongings. To avoid carrying the entire beach of sand back home with you, carry mesh products with you to the beach. A mesh bag instead of a traditional duffle or handbag will allow for sand to fall through the open ventilation. Use a chair instead of towels. Unlike towels, chairs can be dipped in or rinsed off with water. Towels can still be used for warmth or to dry you off, but use chairs to recline on at the beach. Wear open-toe shoes to the beach. Although any open toe shoe is a fine option, gravitate toward flip-flops. Flip-flops prevent sand from becoming trapped in your shoes because it falls freely out of your sandals as you walk. Wash yourself off underneath the beach shower head. Beaches provide showers outside of their restrooms on the way to the parking lot to help patrons clean themselves off before hitting the road again. Rinse yourself and your bathing suit as thoroughly as possible, pay special attention to your shoes and feet. For a more intense rinse session, use the ocean waves at the beach to help you with a pre-rinse wash. Use the shower head to wash off any toys, buckets, or accessories that might have gotten a little sandy while at the beach. Pack a small container of baby powder. Baby powder is an easy, on-the-go way to keep wet sand at bay. Baby powder strips the moisture from your skin, which makes sand easier to remove. Dry sand is easier to get rid of than wet sand. Rinse off as much sand as possible. Step underneath the beach shower and allow the water to get rid of the superficial layer of sand that's on you. Use a clean towel to wipe yourself dry. Shake out a handful of baby powder. Be generous with the amount of powder you sprinkle on your skin for best results. Rub the powder onto your calves and feet. Brush yourself off with a dry paintbrush. The baby powder will absorb the moisture and leave dry sand and white powder residue behind. For a better cleanup, a dry paintbrush can be used to prevent making a mess of your belongings. Your legs and feet will be sweet-smelling, smooth, and clean! Plan and pack ahead. When packing your beach essentials for the day, include a wash basin that can fit feet inside of it comfortably. Also take a generous amount of water with you, at least a gallon sized container. If you are traveling to the beach with more people, bring one gallon of water for each person to use for cleansing purposes. Place the basin on a flat surface. The basin should not only be on a flat surface, but also on a surface that is not sandy. The goal is to not have to repeat its use once you've washed yourself off. Pour water into the basin. Make sure there is enough water in the basin that feet are completely submerged underneath the water. Use your hands to douse sandy areas of the skin with water. In the place of your hands, a clean sponge can be used to help with sand removal. Be gentle with your skin as you get the sand off. It's easy to get abrasions if you rub too hard. Take your feet out of the water and inspect. If there is still sand left on your feet, you might need to empty the water and start over by refilling the basin with clean water. Wipe off any excess water with a clean towel. Rinse out the basin in between cleanings. Take a welcome mat or pieces of fabric. Welcome mats are used to take the dirt off your feet before entering the home and can also be used at the beach to help with removing excess sand too. Bring one for each person to use. Place the mat or fabric onto the ground. When the beach day is over, take the mats from the car and put them on the ground. Stand on top of them. Shuffle the soles of your feet against the mat. Begin dusting off large chunks of sand from your feet. For any additional sand left over, use a dry towel to help remove any stubborn grains. | Accessorize with mesh products. Use a chair instead of towels. Wear open-toe shoes to the beach. Wash yourself off underneath the beach shower head. Pack a small container of baby powder. Rinse off as much sand as possible. Shake out a handful of baby powder. Brush yourself off with a dry paintbrush. Plan and pack ahead. Place the basin on a flat surface. Pour water into the basin. Take your feet out of the water and inspect. Take a welcome mat or pieces of fabric. Place the mat or fabric onto the ground. Shuffle the soles of your feet against the mat. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Hide-Wrinkles-with-Makeup | How to Hide Wrinkles with Makeup | If you want to cover wrinkles with makeup, you'll need to choose a foundation that works well with your skin type. In general, anti-aging formulas are best for smoothing skin. Moisturizing foundations are also good since wrinkles tend to stand out more when your skin is dry. Just make sure to choose a thin, light foundation, since thicker foundations can collect in fine lines. Before you apply foundation, cleanse your skin and moisturize it. Then apply a primer, which will create an even base for your makeup. Smooth foundation onto your skin with a damp makeup sponge, making sure to blend well. If you'd like, you can add some concealer under your eyes to lighten dark circles. | Look for anti-aging formulas. There are plenty of foundations on the market made for anyone struggling with wrinkles and fine lines. Look for formulas containing retinol, peptides, and antioxidants, which all have smoothing and collagen-boosting benefits. Additionally, look for sheer foundations that is branded with words like "light-reflecting" or "illuminating." A little bit of a glow helps to reduce the appearance of lines. Choose a moisturizing foundation if you have dry skin. When your skin looks particularly dry, any wrinkles and fine lines will be accentuated. When you're choosing a foundation, look for ones that have moisturizing qualities. Ingredients like glycerin and hyaluronic acid will help your skin retain moisture throughout the day, while foundations containing salicylic acid can dry your skin out even more. Finally, avoid matte foundations. Use a foundation with SPF. You can also apply sunscreen with your makeup. Before you invest in expensive "fountain of youth" products, don't forget to pick up some basic sunscreen. Sun damage to your sensitive facial skin can make you appear much older than you actually are. Avoid new wrinkles and sun spots by making SPF a regular part of your routine. Exfoliate your face. If you don't exfoliate regularly, this is a great routine to pick up. Mature skin can look dull and colorless, which won't do your wrinkles any favors. Scrubbing off the dead skin cells 1-2 times a week will help to brighten your complexion. Exfoliation can also increase the production of collagen, the protein responsible for keeping skin plump and tight. You can use either a chemical or a manual exfoliant. Generally, chemical exfoliants are a more popular choice for aging skin. Look for products that have lactic acid or other gentle exfoliants to incorporate into your skincare routine. Moisturize your skin. Mature skin is often dry, and dry skin can make wrinkles look more prominent. A couple minutes before you're ready to start doing your makeup, apply moisturizer to your entire skin to give it some much-needed moisture. If you're willing to spend a bit more, find products with hyaluronic acid. These can help plump up the skin, reducing your fine lines. Prime your skin. A makeup primer is key at any age, because it creates an even base for your makeup to go onto. When you have wrinkles, primer is even more important. Apply it over your entire face. Make sure that you get primer into your wrinkles, rather than glossing over them. You may need to pull gently at the skin to open up the wrinkle a bit, allowing the primer to get into it. Look for primers with a silicone base. These will help smooth out the skin and conceal fine lines. Apply your foundation. Choose a thin, light foundation. With thicker foundations, you run a greater risk of having product collect in fine lines. Just like you did with the primer, make sure to get your foundation into the wrinkles. Rather than smoothing it over the wrinkles as if to cover them, you want to make sure the product is being evenly distributed all over your skin. This will help give your skin an even, more seamless appearance. Smooth your foundation with a damp makeup sponge. Run your Beauty Blender or similar makeup sponge under a bit of lukewarm water, and squeeze the excess out. By using a damp sponge to apply your foundation, you'll ensure even, natural looking coverage. Then, gently pat out your foundation with your sponge, making sure that everything is thoroughly smoothed and evened out. If you applied your foundation using a foundation brush, this will also get rid of any accidental lines. Apply concealer to the eyes. Pull your lid taut as you gently dab your concealer into the skin. This will ensure that the product is going into the fine lines instead of sitting on top. After you've covered your lid, use that same foundation below your eyes. Cover up any dark circles or discoloration by gently dabbing the product under your eye in an upside down triangle shape. Set your skin with a translucent powder. These powders are perfect for anyone with wrinkles, because it sets your foundation and concealer without adding any more coverage. By using only a light coat, your products will stay put without looking cakey. Apply the translucent powder evenly to your entire face with a fluffy powder brush. If you don't set your face with powder, your foundation will slip and slide, eventually settling into wrinkles and making them more defined. Fill in your eyebrows. While eyebrows don't make the skin look smooth, thinning eyebrows can age otherwise young-looking faces. Gently fill in sparse areas on your brow using a brow pencil, gel, or pomade. Use light strokes or flicks to mimic the shape of natural hairs. You don't need to build big, bold brows to make your face look younger. Simply focus on areas where the hair is a little patchy or thin. Fill these areas in and your brows will quickly look younger. Revitalize your complexion with bronzer and blush. Using a smaller foundation brush, sweep a bit of bronzer on your cheekbones. Blend it upwards to your temples, adding a bit of warmth anywhere the sun would hit. Then, apply a bit of blush on the apples of your cheeks. These products helps to warm up the face, giving you a youthful glow that will make you look young and healthy. Make sure to blend both your bronzer and blush thoroughly. Make sure to put your bronzer on your cheekbones, rather than underneath them as you would in contouring. This can make your face appear more sunken, but the goal is to achieve a natural-looking glow. Create a soft highlight. Use a small amount of illuminating powder or cream to make your face glow. Apply it over the very tops of your cheeks, towards your temples, to create dimension. Use a soft hand while applying to create a soft shimmer, rather than a bold highlight. This highlighter, in conjunction with your blush and bronzer, will make your skin appear youthful and glowing. Again, make sure to get highlighter into the fine lines, rather than brushing over them. Avoid adding highlighter to areas where lines are already pronounced, though, such as smile lines around the eyes. Spray your face with a setting spray. A setting spray helps to hold the makeup in place. Once you've carefully applied your products and your skin is looking lovely, you don't want anything to smudge or collect into your wrinkles. Close your eyes, and spritz a setting spray over your entire face. It will air dry quickly, and you're all set! | Look for anti-aging formulas. Choose a moisturizing foundation if you have dry skin. Use a foundation with SPF. Exfoliate your face. Moisturize your skin. Prime your skin. Apply your foundation. Smooth your foundation with a damp makeup sponge. Apply concealer to the eyes. Set your skin with a translucent powder. Fill in your eyebrows. Revitalize your complexion with bronzer and blush. Create a soft highlight. Spray your face with a setting spray. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Host-a-Skype-Movie-Party-With-Your-Friends | How to Host a Skype Movie Party With Your Friends | If you want to host a Skype movie party with your friends, create a new group on Skype and name it something like “Movie Party.” Add your friends to the group and set a time for the movie. Before the party starts, download an audio program and set it to be your default playback device. This will ensure everyone can hear the movie. When it's time for the movie to start, start a video call with your Movie Party group, then play the movie on your computer, share your screen, and enjoy! | Add your friends on Skype. If they already have an account, friend them so that they're in your contacts. If they don't have a Skype account, they will need to sign up to join your Skype movie party. Set a time when your friends are all free. Talk beforehand to decide on a time that works for all of you. If possible, you should also try to go for a time when you'll all have strong internet connections. It's a good idea to try and avoid peak usage times in your area, which are typically weekday evenings when people are home from work and school. Start a movie group. To have a group call with all of your friends, you'll need to create a group on Skype. To do this, select the “+ New Chat” button, then click “New Group.” Enter a name for your group, like “Movie Party.” You can add an avatar photo and a group color, then press the right arrow to create your group and add contacts. Send a few messages in this group to make sure everyone has accepted your invitation. You can also use your group chat to plan and set up your movie party. Download an audio program and configure your computer to share audio over Skype. You'll need to be able to share the movie's audio during your Skype movie party, but Skype won't be able to capture the sound if you just play it off of your computer. Instead, you'll need to download a third-party audio software, like the free Virtual Audio Cable, then set it to be your default output or playback device. This will enable you and your friends to enjoy the movie's visual and audio at the same time. You should also navigate to the Properties page of your new cable output device and set it as the device you'll listen to. This will allow you to hear the movie as well. Call your Movie Party group. On Skype, go to your Movie Party group and click on the camera icon. This will start a video call with all of the contacts in your group. Wait until everyone is on Skype to proceed with watching the movie. To tell if your friends are online and ready to start the movie, look for a green dot next to their avatar under the Contacts list. You can also chat through your group conversation to make sure everyone's ready to go. Load your DVD into the computer or pull up the movie online. Once you're on the call with your friends, put your movie in or bring it up on a streaming website like Netflix. Take your computer's speed and strength into consideration when deciding how to play your movie! If your computer is older, it might not be able to handle streaming a movie and Skyping all at once. You can try a test call first to see how your computer works with both streaming and Skyping. If it's glitchy, ask a friend to try streaming instead. Share your screen once you’re ready. In the lower right hand corner of your Skype window, click the button that shows 2 overlapping screens. This will share your screen with your other friends. Pull up your movie and hit play once everyone's ready. Have fun and enjoy the show! Just like a real movie party, you can talk about the movie as it's playing, or pause the movie and just chat, either through Skype's text chat or over the microphones, if you're using a separate application. Use your movie party as a chance to talk and catch up. Make sure everyone has the movie you want to watch. You will need to do a little more advanced planning to watch the movie on separate televisions. Everyone will need time to get a copy of the movie to watch at their own home, either on DVD or with a streaming service. Have everything you need nearby so you don’t have to pause the movie. Pausing the movie will make it difficult to keep in sync with your friends, so it's best to keep the breaks to a minimum. Use the bathroom before you start the movie, and have your snacks and drinks handy as well. Call your movie party group on Skype at the chosen movie time. Click on your movie party conversation or group and hit the camera button, or the phone button if you're just doing an audio call. You may need to give everyone a few minutes to get situated before they will be ready to watch a movie. Decide beforehand if you'll be doing a video or audio call. Queue up your movie. You can start from the title screen, or you can pause at a frame and show everyone the screen to match it. This makes it easier to sync your movies if some people have different means of watching the film, such as streaming content providers. Count down to start the movies in sync. This is the tricky part. Have one person count for everyone, then hit the play button at the same time. With a little effort of fast-forwarding and pausing the movies, you can adjust the movie so you don't get an annoying echo over Skype. If you prefer, you can just have one person turn up the volume and mute the other televisions. You can also have everyone's Skype muted, and use the chat feature to talk to each other without interrupting the audio. | Add your friends on Skype. Set a time when your friends are all free. Start a movie group. Download an audio program and configure your computer to share audio over Skype. Call your Movie Party group. Load your DVD into the computer or pull up the movie online. Share your screen once you’re ready. Have fun and enjoy the show! Make sure everyone has the movie you want to watch. Have everything you need nearby so you don’t have to pause the movie. Call your movie party group on Skype at the chosen movie time. Queue up your movie. Count down to start the movies in sync. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Cure-an-Earache | How to Cure an Earache | If you're suffering from an earache, lie down and apply a warm compress to the ear that hurts for about 15 minutes to help soothe the pain. If you like, you can also alternate heat and cold for 15 minutes each to reduce swelling and pain. You may be also able to relieve the pressure in your inner ear by holding your head over a bowl full of very hot water. If you like, add a few drops of eucalyptus essential oil to the water, then drape a towel over your head to help you inhale the steam. | Use heat to sooth the earache. Heat can bring quick pain relief. Apply a warm compress over the painful ear. You can make a warm compress from a washcloth dipped in hot water and wrung out, or from a hot water bottle or heat pack purchased at a pharmacy. Do not make it hot enough to scald the skin. You can keep the compress on your ear as long as you like. You can also try icing it first. Put a bag of ice on the area for 15 minutes. Then place a warm compress on for another 15 minutes. Repeat two to three times. Hold a blow dryer an arm's length from your ear and blow air set to the "warm" or "low" setting into the ear. Do not use the hot or high setting. Administer over-the-counter pain medications. Good choices include ibuprofen or acetaminophen. Follow all instruction on analgesic packaging. Note that dosing for children is usually dependent on weight. Do not give children under the age of 18 aspirin. Aspirin in children is linked to the rare but devastating Reye's Syndrome, which causes brain and liver damage. See a doctor. If symptoms persist for more than 5 days for adults or more than 2 for children, the earache is in a child is under 8 weeks old, the neck becomes stiff, or if a fever develops, see a doctor immediately. While earaches are common, if left untreated they can become a very serious infection that can lead to other complications. If the cause of the earache is bacterial, a doctor can prescribe a course of antibiotics to stem the infection and analgesics to mitigate the pain. An untreated ear infection can result in permanent hearing loss, so it's important that you seek treatment if symptoms worsen or persist. Clear the nose. Earaches are often caused by a buildup of fluid caught in the Eustachian tube, a tiny tube that connects the ear, nose, and throat. By clearing the nose, you can relieve pressure on the eardrum. Try gently squirting a little bit of salt water in the child's nostril, followed by suctioning. You can use a bulb suction device or a Nose Frida to get the nasal secretions flowing. Wiggle the ear gently. Earaches can cause pressure in the Eustachian tubes, which can be relieved by gently popping (much like air pressure on air planes). This process can allow fluids trapped in the canal to drain. Hold the outer ear with your thumb and forefinger close to the head, and gently tug and rotate the ear as much as possible without causing discomfort. You can also try inducing yawning by faking a yawn, which can have a similar effect of popping the Eustachian tubes. Inhale soothing steam. Hot steam can help the fluids in the Eustachian tubes to drain (literally by causing your nose to run), which relieves pressure in the inner ear. Adding certain medications or scents to the steam can add an additional benefit of a gentle anesthetic for the ear pain. Prepare a steam inhalation by adding several drops of eucalyptus essential oil or a teaspoon of Vicks or similar vapor rub to nearly boiling water in a bowl. Place a towel over your head and inhale the steam through the nose three times a day until pain subsides. This will help to open the Eustachian tubes, easing pressure and help to drain the fluids from the ear. Do not place a small child's head under a towel over a very hot bowl of water, as the child may get burned or even drown in the water. Instead, apply a small amount of Vicks BabyRub (which is specially formulated for small babies and children) to the baby's chest or back, and then either stand in a very warm shower holding the baby, or let the baby play in a bathroom while a hot shower runs. The steam from the shower will mix with the vapors of the medication and create a soothing effect. Try olive oil. To alleviate pain , place a few drops of warm olive oil in the ear. The oil works by soothing the irritated inner ear. The bottle can be placed in a small glass of warm water for a few minutes to get it warm. Drop the oil directly into the ear, then plug the ear loosely with a cotton ball. If using this method on a baby, try it when the baby is napping and you can prop him on his side in order to keep the oil in place. You should not put cotton balls in a small baby's ear. Be aware that there is no peer-reviewed evidence suggesting that this does anything aside from placebo effect. Use garlic and mullein flower oil. Garlic has been shown to have antibiotic properties, and is thought to be a natural anesthetic. You can find garlic and mullein flower oil on Amazon or from your local health food store. Warm the oil (make sure its not hot by dropping a bit on your own wrist), then use a dropper to place a few drops of oil in the ear twice a day. Again, this method is not supported by any peer-reviewed evidence. Try lavender oil. Although you should not put lavender oil in the ear directly, you can massage it on the outside of the ear, which is thought to improve circulation and lead to better inner-ear drainage. Plus, the smell itself can be soothing. Mix a few drops of lavender oil into a few drops of a carrier oil (like fractionated coconut oil or olive oil), then gently massage it to the outside of the ear as needed throughout the day. Other essential oils that are thought to benefit pain and circulation include eucalyptus, rosemary, oregano, chamomile, tea tree, and thyme. This method is supported only by anecdotal evidence. There are no studies to support the health benefit of essential oils. Avoid the cold virus. One of the most common causes of earache is the common cold, and while there is no cure for the cold virus, you can take precautionary steps to avoid contracting it in the first place. Wash your hands regularly, especially after you've been in public places and before eating. If you don't have access to a sink, use alcohol-based hand sanitizer. The cold virus is notoriously resilient and can live for hours on surfaces, so even if you don't see anyone who appears sick, its possible to contract a cold simply from going to the library or the grocery store. Exercise regularly. People who exercise regularly have healthier immune responses, so their bodies are able to better fight off infection and resist the cold virus. Eat a vitamin-rich, balanced diet. Eat nutrient-dense, whole foods, focusing on lean proteins, vegetables, and fruits. The phytochemicals in plants like peppers, oranges, and dark leafy greens actually help your body absorb vitamins, so it's best to stick to natural foods for your immune-supporting vitamins. Get tested for allergies. Allergic reactions can cause itching in the ear and earache. These can range from environmental to food-based allergies. Call your doctor to schedule allergy testing, which can include a blood test or a skin-prick test. The test will give you information on what kind of allergens might be responsible for your ear irritation, such as ragweed, pets, or dairy. Prevent ear infections in babies. Ear infections in babies are common but can be reduced or prevented using particular feeding strategies. Vaccinate your child. One of the common infectious agents for ear infections is part of the routine vaccine series. Try to breastfeed for at least the first 12 months of your baby's life. Breastmilk contains antibodies that have been shown to reduce ear infections, so breastfed babies tend to get earaches less often than formula-fed babies. If you bottle feed, be sure to hold the baby at a 45 degree angle, and never feed the baby flat on his or her back or laying in his or her crib. Doing so can cause liquid to pool in the inner ear, resulting in an earache. Try to wean the baby from the bottle to a sippy cup between ages 9 and 12 months in order to reduce the rate of ear infections associated with bottles. | Use heat to sooth the earache. Administer over-the-counter pain medications. See a doctor. Clear the nose. Wiggle the ear gently. Inhale soothing steam. Try olive oil. Use garlic and mullein flower oil. Try lavender oil. Avoid the cold virus. Get tested for allergies. Prevent ear infections in babies. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Treat-Low-AMH-Levels | How to Treat Low AMH Levels | If a blood test says your AMH levels are low, you can improve your fertility by adjusting your diet and exercising. Try to incorporate healthy foods like leafy greens, beans, and berries into every meal. That way, you'll get lots of antioxidants, healthy fats, vitamins, and lean protein, which is the best way to treat low AMH levels. Vitamin D has been shown to directly increase AMH levels, so consider adding a Vitamin D supplement to your daily regimen. However, talk to your doctor before adding any supplements to your diet, so they can help you figure out a safe dosage. In addition to a healthy diet, increase the amount of exercise you get per week since being overweight or underweight can lead to hormone imbalance. | Eat a balanced diet to improve your fertility. Choose foods that are full of antioxidants, healthy fats (such as omega-3s), lean protein, and vitamins. Eating a healthy diet can improve the health of your ovaries and eggs. Some healthy foods include: Seafood (halibut, salmon) Seeds (pumpkin, sesame) Spices (turmeric, ginger) Leafy greens Beans Broccoli Berries (strawberries, blueberries) Take a vitamin D supplement every day. Vitamin D has been shown to directly increase AMH levels, so take a 1000-2000IU (international unit) supplement 1 time a day. Vitamin D can also keep your ovaries healthy once you've been taking it for several weeks. Always talk with your health care provider before adding any nutritional supplements to your diet. Vitamin D can affect calcium absorption so let your doctor know if you're taking calcium supplements or antacids. Add a daily DHEA supplement to your diet. Take a 25 mg supplement 3 times a day to improve your hormone balance. Studies have shown that the longer you supplement with DHEA, the steadier your AMH levels will rise. If you're taking insulin, cancer treatments, or other hormone treatments, ask your doctor before adding a DHEA supplement. AMH levels increased more in young women with premature ovarian aging than in older women with diminished ovarian reserves. If you experience headaches, fatigue, nausea, or congestion, ask your health care provider if you should keep taking the supplement. Take fish oil and wheat germ supplements every day. Add 3000 mg of fish oil and 300 mg of wheat germ oil to your daily diet. Depending on the type of supplement you buy, take these as a single dose or throughout the day. Research has shown that the combination of healthy oils can raise AMH levels and keep your ovaries healthy. If you're taking weight loss pills or blood pressure medication, talk with your doctor before adding fish oil and wheat germ supplements. If you're pregnant or nursing, talk with your health care provider before starting the supplements since the fish oil could contain mercury. Buy fish oil supplements from local natural grocers, supermarkets, or supplement stores. Reduce your intake of sweetened and processed foods. Instead of eating foods that are high in sugar, calories, and saturated fats, choose nutrient-dense foods. This way, your reproductive system will get vitamins and minerals instead of using them to digest overly processed foods. For example, avoid eating fried foods, sweet baked goods and desserts, and processed meats. High-rates of alcohol consumption have been shown to reduce fertility. If you're trying to get pregnant, limit the amount of alcohol and caffeine you drink as much as possible. Exercise to reach a healthy weight. Talk with your doctor about your ideal body mass index (BMI). Since women who are overweight or underweight can have irregular cycles and hormone imbalances, become active throughout the week to meet your BMI. Research has shown that diet, exercise, and weight loss increases AMH levels in overweight women. Do activities that reduce your stress levels. Research has shown that higher stress levels are related to lowered AMH levels in women with fertility troubles. To increase your AMH levels, try to reduce your stress. Some popular stress-reducing activities include: Yoga Breathing exercises Progressive muscle relaxation Tai chi Get acupuncture. Although more research is needed to show how acupuncture can raise AMH levels, acupuncture has long been believed to improve fertility. Choose an acupuncturist who's trained in fertility disorders. If you're planning on having in-vitro fertilization, get acupuncture treatments every week for 3 to 4 months before insemination. Check with your health insurance to determine if acupuncture treatments are covered. Try fertility massage to increase blood flow. To improve the blood flow to your reproductive system, hire a licensed massage therapist to massage your abdomen. You may be able to find a therapist who's trained in Maya abdominal massage. Get massages every week except for when you're menstruating. Regular, or even daily, massages can stimulate your reproductive system. Improved blood flow to your ovaries and uterus can improve your reproductive health. Quit smoking. Researchers are conflicted about whether smoking directly impacts your AMH levels. It is agreed that the chemicals in cigarettes can harm your reproductive system. Talk with your doctor about smoking cessation programs or treatments that can help you quit or at least cut back on the number of cigarettes you smoke. Look into local support groups. You may also find a support group that's focused on improving fertility. Learn what AMH levels are. Fertility care providers have begun testing for a hormone that's released by your egg sacs. This Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) indicates how many eggs you have in your ovaries so it's frequently used to understand how effective in-vitro fertilization treatments may be. Check your current AMH levels. Your health care provider will take a sample of blood from your arm. The sample will be sent to a lab for testing and your AMH level will be analyzed. Keep in mind that your levels won't change throughout your menstrual cycle, so you can have your AMH tested at any time. Birth control won't affect your AMH levels, so it's fine to be tested if you're taking oral contraceptives. Compare levels of AMH levels based on your age. Fertile women's AMH levels are usually between 1.0 and 4.0 ng/ml. An AMH level below 1.0 ng/ml can indicate a low egg reserve. Since AMH levels reduce as you age, these are standard levels based on age: 25 years old: 5.4 ng/ml 30 years old: 3.5 ng/ml 35 years old: 2.3 ng/ml 40 years old: 1.3 ng/ml Over 43 years old: 0.7 ng/ml | Eat a balanced diet to improve your fertility. Take a vitamin D supplement every day. Add a daily DHEA supplement to your diet. Take fish oil and wheat germ supplements every day. Reduce your intake of sweetened and processed foods. Exercise to reach a healthy weight. Do activities that reduce your stress levels. Get acupuncture. Try fertility massage to increase blood flow. Quit smoking. Learn what AMH levels are. Check your current AMH levels. Compare levels of AMH levels based on your age. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Relieve-Wrist-Pain | How to Relieve Wrist Pain | If you're experiencing wrist pain, there are a few things you can do to relieve it at home. Rest your wrist as much as possible until it gets better. If you need to use your hands to work, take regular breaks. You can also stretch your hands and wrists to relieve your pain, as long as they're not broken or sprained. For wrist pain from typing or doing other repetitive tasks, make your work space more comfortable with wrist rests or an ergonomic keyboard. For inflammation and bruising, apply a bag of frozen vegetables or ice wrapped in a towel to it for 10 minutes a few times a day. If you have severe pain or your wrist still hurts after a week, visit your doctor so they can test for underlying conditions. | Rest your injured wrist. If you notice pain in one or both of your wrists, take a break from the aggravating activity and rest for a few minutes, hours or even days depending on the trigger of the pain. In addition to rest, keep your wrist elevated above the level of your heart as much as you can to help prevent swelling / inflammation from developing. Taking a 15 minute break at work may be all that's needed to reduce the irritation in your wrist if you do repetitive tasks, such as working as a cashier or constantly typing on a computer. Serious trauma to your wrist, either at work or from playing sports, requires more rest and a doctor's examination (see below). Change your work station. A significant proportion of mild-to-moderate wrist pain is caused by repetitive tasks at work or home. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is an example of a repetitive stress injury to the wrist that irritates the main nerve running into the hand. To combat repetitive strains / sprains, make adjustments to your work environment, such as: lower your keyboard so your wrists are not extended upward while you type, adjust your chair so that your forearms are parallel to the floor, and use an ergonomic typing pad, mouse and split keyboard. Symptoms of CTS include aching, burning, numbness or tingling sensations in your hand and wrist palm, as well as weakness and reduced dexterity. People who do lots of computer work, cashier jobs, racket sports, sewing, painting, writing and working with vibrating tools are at higher risk for CTS and other repetitive strain injuries. Wear a wrist splint. Another helpful strategy for preventing and relieving most types of wrist pain is wearing specially designed wrist splints (also called supports or braces). Wrist splints come in many sizes and are made of different materials, but all are designed to relieve wrist pain. Depending on your job / lifestyle, you may want to start with a less restrictive one (made of neoprene, for example) that allows more movement, instead of a stiffer variety that's more supportive and restrictive. You may only have to wear the wrist splint(s) during the day while at work or at the gym to protect your wrists. However, some people also need to wear the splints at night in order to keep their wrists in an extended position, which prevents irritation of nerves and blood vessels. This is common with people dealing with CTS or arthritis. Wrist splints can be purchased at most pharmacies and all medical supply stores. If you ask, your doctor might provide you one at no cost. Apply ice to the most tender area. Wrist pain from sudden trauma, such as falling on an outstretched hand or lifting something too heavy, causes immediate pain, inflammation and potential bruising. An effective way of relieving this kind of wrist pain is to apply cold therapy as soon as possible because it reduces / prevents swelling and helps to numb the pain. Types of appropriate cold therapy for the wrist include crushed ice, ice cubes, cold gel packs and small bags of frozen veggies (or fruit) from your freezer. Apply cold therapy to the most tender and inflamed part of your wrist for about 10 to 15 minutes at a time, every hour, for approximately five hours post injury for best results. Whichever type of cold therapy you use, don't put it directly onto the skin of your wrist. Instead, wrap it in a thin cloth or towel first in order to prevent frostbite. Take over-the-counter (OTC) medication. Regardless if your wrist pain is acute (from a sudden injury) or chronic (lasting for more than a few months), taking OTC medication can be helpful for pain control and allowing more functionality and range of movement. OTC anti-inflammatories, such as ibuprofen and naproxen, are often more effective for acute wrist pain because they combat both pain and inflammation. On the other hand, painkillers such as acetaminophen are more appropriate for chronic issues like arthritis. Short term use of OTC anti-inflammatories and painkillers (less than two weeks at a time) is recommended to avoid common side effects, such as stomach irritation, intestinal upset and reduced organ function (liver, kidneys). Don't combine anti-inflammatories and painkillers at the same time, and always follow the dosing information on the packaging for the safest results. Do some stretching and strengthening. As long as your wrist isn't broken or severely inflamed, do some flexibility and strengthening exercises every day in order to prevent and combat wrist pain. Increasing the flexibility and strength in the ligaments and tendons of your wrists enables them to withstand more "wear and tear" from your job and working out. And with CTS, stretching will take the pressure off the median nerve that innervates the muscles of the hand. An effective extension-type stretch for the wrists involves striking a pray position with both of your palms together. Then raise your elbows up until you feel a nice stretch in your wrists. Hold for about 30 seconds and do it three to five times daily for best results. Wrist strengthening can be done with light free weights (less than 10 pounds) or rubber bands / tubing. Hold your hands out with your palms facing up and grip the weights or handles of the tubing. Then flex your wrists towards your body against the tension. Always stretch and strengthen both wrists together at the same time, even if only one is hurting you. Both sides should have similar strength and flexibility regardless of which hand is more dominant. Make an appointment with your physician. If your wrist pain lasts for more than a week or you are in severe pain, make an appointment with your family doctor for a examination. Your doctor may take x-rays to see if your wrist bones are broken, dislocated, infected or arthritic. Your doctor may also take a blood test to rule out an infection, gout or inflammatory types of arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis. Signs of a broken or dislocated wrist include: severe pain, significantly reduced range of motion, unnatural angles (crooked) and widespread swelling and bruising. Fractures can occur in the small bones of your wrist (carpals) or at the ends of your forearm bones (radius and ulna). Slip and falls and punching solid objects are common causes of wrist fractures. Bone infections of the wrist are rare, but do happen in illicit drug users and can be triggered by trauma. Severe pain, swelling, skin discoloration, nausea and a fever are signs of a bone infection. Take stronger prescription medications. For more serious injuries and more advanced or serious forms of arthritis, stronger prescription medication may be needed longer term to manage the pain and inflammation in your wrist(s). Examples of prescription non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) include: diclofenac, Fenoprofen, indomethacin. COX-2 inhibitors, such as Celebrex, are a slightly different types of NSAID that are a little easier on the stomach. Osteoarthritis of the wrist is the "wear and tear" type and typically causes stiffness, achy pain and grinding sounds with movement. Rheumatoid arthritis of the wrist is much more painful, inflamed and disfiguring. Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) are able to combat some forms of inflammatory arthritis by suppressing your immune system. Biologic response modifiers (biologics) are another type of prescription drug used for rheumatoid arthritis, but they must be injected. They also work by altering the function of your immune system. Ask about steroidal injections. Another type of anti-inflammatory medication is corticosteroids, which can be taken by pill, but they are usually injected into the wrist if the pain doesn't go away after a few months. Corticosteroids combat swelling and pain quickly and effectively, but they can cause weakening in the tendons and bones of the wrist. As such, treatments are limited to three to four injections per year typically. Severe tendonitis , bursitis, CTS, stress fractures and flare-ups of inflammatory arthritis are all reasons to consider a corticosteroid injection. The procedure is quick and can be done by your doctor. Results are often felt within minutes and can be dramatic, at least for a few weeks or months. Get a referral for physiotherapy. If you wrist pain is chronic and also involves weakness, your doctor may refer you to a physical therapist in order to teach you tailored and specific stretches and exercises. They may also mobilize your joints to prevent them from getting too stiff, which is beneficial for osteoarthritis. Physical therapy is also very helpful for rehabilitating your wrist after any surgical procedure. Your physical therapist may also use electronic machines to help with strengthening and pain relief, such as muscle stimulation, therapeutic ultrasound and TENS devices. Physiotherapy treatments are usually 3x per week and last for 4-6 weeks for most chronic problems of the wrist. Consider surgery if need be. In some serious cases of wrist pain, surgery may be necessary, particularly to repair severely broken bones, dislocated joints, torn tendons and tight ligaments. For significant bone fractures, your surgeon may need to use metal hardware in your wrist, such as plates, pins and screws. Most surgeries of the wrist are performed arthroscopically, which is a long, small cutting tool with a camera on the end. Smaller stress or hairline fractures of the wrist typically don't need surgery -- they are either casted or braced for a few weeks. Carpal tunnel surgery is relatively common and involves cutting into the wrist and/or hand to relieve pressure on the median nerve. Recovery time can be up to 6 weeks. | Rest your injured wrist. Change your work station. Wear a wrist splint. Apply ice to the most tender area. Take over-the-counter (OTC) medication. Do some stretching and strengthening. Make an appointment with your physician. Take stronger prescription medications. Ask about steroidal injections. Get a referral for physiotherapy. Consider surgery if need be. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Christmas-Tree-at-Home | How to Make a Christmas Tree at Home | To make a Christmas tree at home, all you need are a few household items like green cardstock, glue, and some tinsel! Try making a paper tree by wrapping cardstock into a cone shape with a pointed end. Use a hot glue gun to place a thin line of glue under the outside edge of the cone so it doesn't unravel. Then, glue a string of beads or tinsel in a spiral pattern around the cone and add some flair to make it more festive. For example, glue stars, bows, and pom-poms to add color and decorations to your tree. You could also draw a Christmas tree onto an empty soda bottle, then cut out the tree outline with a pair of scissors, leaving the bottom of the bottle intact so it stands on its own. Paint the tree green and accessorize it with spirals, snowflakes, bows, and other items. | Wrap the cardstock into a cone shape with a pointed end. Hold the cardstock in a landscape position and pull the back-side of the top right corner toward the bottom left corner. Pull the top left corner of the paper to the right to complete the cone shape. Adjust the cone until the end forms a sharp point. Use a hot glue gun to secure the cone shape in place. Place a thin line of hot glue under the outside edge of the cone to stop it from unravelling. Hold the fold in place for 30 seconds to help the glue to adhere to the cardstock. Ask your parents to help you use the glue gun, as the hot glue can burn your skin. Wait 5 minutes for the glue to dry before finishing the project. Trim the bottom of the cone so that it can stand upright on a table. Use a pair of scissors to cut the bottom of the cone into a perfect circle. If you want a shorter tree, make the cut further up the cone. Don't worry if the cone doesn't sit flat on the table after you cut it, simply trim it down to a more even shape. Glue a string of beads or tinsel in a spiral pattern around the cone. Use a hot glue gun to attach the string to the tree. Place the glue onto 3 centimetres (1.2 in) of the string at a time to avoid the glue drying before you place it onto the tree. Thin tinsel, artificial pearl strings, and glittery rope are great festive options for your tree. Attach decorations to the tree to make it look festive. Place a dot of hot glue onto the back of your Christmas decorations and stick them to the tree. Stars, bows, and pom poms are fun, colourful options. Spread the decorations evenly around the tree to make it look balanced. Draw a Christmas tree onto an A4 green piece of paper. Try to use the full length of the A4 piece of paper, as this ensures that your tree won't be too miniature once it is folded. Don't include the tree trunk in your drawing, as a straw will act as the trunk. If you're feeling particularly creative, use white paper and colour in your Christmas tree. If you're having trouble drawing a tree, search online for a Christmas tree template and print it out. Cut out the Christmas tree with a pair of scissors. Cut just inside the line that you drew. This ensures that the pencil marks won't be seen on your Christmas tree. If needed, ask an adult to help you cut the tree out. Fold the tree from one end to the other using 1 cm (0.39 in) accordion folds. Make a 1 centimetre (0.39 in) upward fold at the base of the tree. Turn the tree over and then make another 1 centimetre (0.39 in) fold. Continue to repeat this process until you reach the top of the tree. Try to make the folds as crisp as possible, as this will help them to stay in place. Use a hole punch to make a hole through the middle of the folded tree. Draw a dot in the middle of the folded tree. Hold the folds together tightly while you place the hole punch over the dot and make a hole. Single hole punches are easiest for this activity, as it is easy to identify where the hole will be made. Thread a paper straw through the hole. Push the paper gently down the straw until it reaches the middle of the straw. Consider using a Christmas coloured straw – red, gold, and silver are great festive options. Purchase paper straws from a craft store or a supermarket. If you don't have a paper straw, use a plastic straw instead. Unfold the paper so that the tree sits evenly over the straw. Gently tug on each fold to move it up or down. Keep rearranging the tree until each fold is an even width. Leave the bottom 4 inches (10 cm) of the straw uncovered to act as a trunk. If your tree looks too small on the straw, simply trim the straw down to your desired length. Note that this tree doesn't stand up on its own. Draw a Christmas tree onto a soda bottle. Start the trunk at the base and draw the tip of the tree at the top of the bottle. Use a permanent marker to draw the tree onto the bottle, as this won't smudge. If you need inspiration, search online for Christmas trees to help you decide what shape to make your tree. Triangular shaped trees are the most popular option for this craft. Cut around the Christmas tree and leave the base of the bottle attached. Use the tip of the scissors to make a small hole on the edge of your Christmas tree. Poke one blade of the scissors through the hole and cut around the rest of the Christmas tree outline. Leave the bottom 1 centimetre (0.39 in) of the bottle attached to the tree, as this allows it to stand up on its own. If you're having trouble making the initial cut, use a craft knife instead. Paint the tree green with acrylic paints. Apply a thin layer of green paint to the entire tree. Try to brush the paint in the same direction, as this creates an even surface and prevents air bubbles from forming in the paint. Water-based paints will also work for this activity. Wait 60 minutes for the paint to dry. Leave the tree in a safe place where it won't be knocked over. After 1 hour, touch the paint to check that it is dry. If it is still tacky to touch, leave it to dry for another 30 minutes. Ensure that you leave your Christmas tree out of the wind so that it doesn't get knocked over while it is drying. Decorate your tree with drawings and accessories. Paint or draw patterns onto your tree, such as stars, zig-zags, spirals, or snowflakes. Use a hot glue gun to attach accessories to the tree. Bows, sequins, and diamantes are beautiful eye-catching options. If you want to draw on your tree, use a permanent marker. | Wrap the cardstock into a cone shape with a pointed end. Use a hot glue gun to secure the cone shape in place. Trim the bottom of the cone so that it can stand upright on a table. Glue a string of beads or tinsel in a spiral pattern around the cone. Attach decorations to the tree to make it look festive. Draw a Christmas tree onto an A4 green piece of paper. Cut out the Christmas tree with a pair of scissors. Fold the tree from one end to the other using 1 cm (0.39 in) accordion folds. Use a hole punch to make a hole through the middle of the folded tree. Thread a paper straw through the hole. Unfold the paper so that the tree sits evenly over the straw. Draw a Christmas tree onto a soda bottle. Cut around the Christmas tree and leave the base of the bottle attached. Paint the tree green with acrylic paints. Wait 60 minutes for the paint to dry. Decorate your tree with drawings and accessories. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Good-at-Small-Talk | How to Be Good at Small Talk | To be good at small talk, ask people questions about themselves whenever you don't know what to talk about, which will help keep the conversation flowing naturally. For example, if there's an awkward silence, you can say something like "So what do you do for a living?" or "Any fun plans for this weekend?" You can also try commenting on the setting you're in or bringing up something you read about online or in the news if you need a topic to talk about. | Practice. Small talk is like any other skill. It takes practice to master. If you want to be better at small talk, practice making small talk whenever you can. Choose low stakes situations to practice small talk. If you're going to a party on Friday, you may be very nervous about making small talk with potential new friends. Therefore, work on making small talk during less intense social situations. For example, make small talk at the line in the grocery store. Try to strike up small talk with a barista at a coffee shop. If you're making small talk with people you're unlikely to see again, you may be calmer. Stay positive during small talk. If you're stressed when making small talk, this is likely to rub off on other people. Therefore, work on developing a positive mentality surrounding small talk. Going into the situation positive can make it a more positive experience for everyone. This can make small talk easier, easing your social anxiety in future situations. Change how you think about small talk. Don't think of it as a burden. Instead, look at it as a way to get to know new people. Try doing something to relax, like taking a few deep breaths, before going into a situation that requires small talk. You will end up calmer during the situation, and better equipped to make small talk in a positive manner. Learn people's names. You may feel anxious going into a social situation where you don't know anyone. Something as simple as learning people's names can help. In places where you need to make small talk, like your office, work on learning the names of co-workers. After you've heard someone's name the first time, repeat it once or twice in your head. This can help you commit the name to memory. Repeating the person's name out loud when you meet can also be helpful, such as by saying something like, "Nice to meet you, John." You can also try coming up with a way to connect the name to something familiar to you and this may help you to remember. For example, you might think to yourself, "John with the tweed blazer," or "John rhymes with Sean my brother," or "John, like my uncle John.” Remember, you can always ask a third party for someone's name if you forgot it. Remember other people get anxious. Sometimes, just knowing you're not alone can help you make small talk. Going into a social situation, remind yourself that everyone gets nervous. You are probably not the only one feeling anxious during small talk. When you start to feel social anxiety coming on, remind yourself the other person is likely as anxious as you are. Listen actively. Being a good listener is important even when you are just making small talk. Active listening is a way to stay focused while someone is talking while also showing them that you are listening. To be an active listener, try to: Show that you are listening using your body language. Maintain eye contact, face the person, and nod your head. Use neutral leading statements to make the person feel heard. Try saying things like, “yes,” “uh-huh,” and “I see.” Ask questions to keep the person talking or to clarify. When appropriate, try asking questions like, “What happened next?” “How did you feel?” and “What did you mean when you said ___?” Be empathetic. Showing empathy for someone else can also help you to be a good listener. When making small talk with someone, try to consider their perspective when they tell you things. How might you feel if the same thing happened to you? This can help you to respond appropriately to the things the other person says. For example, if you are making small talk with a coworker who tells you she got halfway to work and realized she left her phone at home and had to go back, then you might guess that she felt very frustrated and it was not a pleasant morning for her. Therefore, an appropriate response might be something like, "Oh no! That sounds frustrating! I hope the rest of your day goes better.” Read the news. Having a lot to discuss can improve your small talk skills. One way to do this is to stay up-to-date on the news. Most people follow current events to some degree. Being able to comment on what's happening in the world can be excellent fodder for small talk. The news can usually make a good conversation starter. For example, you can say something like, "Did you hear about..." or "How do you feel about..." However, it may be best to avoid controversial topics in small talk. You do not want to make someone feel uncomfortable asking their opinion on a hot button issue. Avoid awkward subjects. Certain subjects should not be raised during small talk. They tend to halt the conversation, and may make others feel awkward. While engaging in small talk, make sure to avoid conversation killers. Don't talk about yourself too much. While it's okay to talk about your own experience, do not relate everything the other person says back to a personal anecdote. Never interrupt someone. Even if you think you know where a sentence is going, it's considered rude to try to finish someone else's sentence. Avoid arguing with someone during small talk. If someone brings up a political point you don't agree with, let it slide instead of arguing. People may take disagreements personally, and you don't want to risk alienating someone. Discuss the setting. This is another good go-to if you're nervous during small talk. You can always talk about the setting. Comment on the theme or atmosphere of a bar where you're socializing. Make a comment on the weather. Compliment someone's home or apartment if you've been invited over for dinner. Remember facts about others. You will be a better conversationalist if you can remember small details about people's lives. This can help streamline small talk. When people tell you about themselves, make note of small details. You can use these to fuel small talk later. For example, you may learn you co-worker has a dog named Linus. If you need to, say, make small talk in the elevator, you can ask something like, "How is Linus doing?" Add interesting facts when you can. You can always talk a bit about yourself if you have something interesting to share. While you should not go overboard talking about yourself, relevant and interesting facts about your life can help move small talk forward. If someone asks something about you, give an interesting answer. This will help conversation move along. For example, say something asks you how your weekend was. Do not simply answer fine. Tell them about something you did that weekend that may be of interest. For example, "My weekend was good. I went to the beach with my friend and we collected seashells. How was your weekend?" Remember you can always ask questions. People love to talk about themselves. If there's a lull in the conversation, you can always ask someone something about themselves. Most people will eagerly share facts about themselves when asked. For example, if you were just talking about something at work, and the conversation has stalled, ask something like, "So, how did you find your job?" You can also ask about the other person's interests. If conversation slows, try a generic conversation starter like, "Have you seen any good movies lately?" Keep the conversation going during lulls. Sometimes, there are awkward silences during small talk. If a conversation slows, do something to keep it going. Ask appropriate questions during quiet moments to keep a conversation going. Bring up something mentioned previously in the conversation. For example, say something like, "So, tell me more about your job." Encourage someone to share a personal story. Ask them something like, "So, you studied English in college? How did you get into that?" Recalling and asking about information brought up previously can always push the conversation forward, so make sure you pay attention when people talk. You may need to use the information later. Learn something from each conversation. Building your skills at small talk is a learning process. Each time you successfully engage in small talk, try to learn something about the experience. The more you know about the world, the better you'll be at conversation. Talking to people from a variety of backgrounds, with a variety of different experiences, can broaden your horizons. Make an active effort to learn from people. Ask about other people's opinions and experiences. Remember interesting tidbits and facts you learn from others. You can use this information in conversations down the road. Recognize the benefits of making small talk. Some people dislike small talk because they see it as fake or useless. However, making small talk can help you to build new relationships with people, such as for friendships, romantic relationships, or working relationships. Try to remind yourself that making small talk can lead to great things in some situations. Maintain good body language. Confident body language will help you give off the right attitude during conversations. Work on maintaining eye contact, sitting up straight, and doing other things to look social and engaged. Be aware of your body language. Strive to look engaged with the person. Avoid gestures that make you look distant. Don't, for example, cross your arms, look at the clock or phone, or lean away from the person. Start with a small challenge each day. If you want to build your social skills, start small. If you're shy by nature, you don't want to push yourself to do too much too soon. Set a goal to do one small thing each day to push you out of your comfort zone. For example, you could set a goal to eat lunch in the break room instead of alone in a nearby coffee shop. This way, you'll have to be social with your co-workers. From there, work your way up. Set more and more small goals, until you're brave enough to go out for drinks with co-workers after work. Find a model for social skills. It can help to model your behavior after someone you see as socially adept. You can, for example, study the behavior of a very social co-worker in your office. Pay attention to how they interact and make conversations with others. Try to emulate some of their behaviors. Push yourself to try new things. Shyness is often linked to a lack of confidence. If you're shy by nature, trying new things can help you feel more confident in yourself. Developing a wide skill set or a wide array of hobbies and interests can make you feel bolder. It can also give you more to talk about during small talk. Join a club. Take a class. Enroll in a sport's team. Do anything that pertains to your interests that is new and exciting for you. | Practice. Stay positive during small talk. Learn people's names. Remember other people get anxious. Listen actively. Be empathetic. Read the news. Avoid awkward subjects. Discuss the setting. Remember facts about others. Add interesting facts when you can. Remember you can always ask questions. Keep the conversation going during lulls. Learn something from each conversation. Recognize the benefits of making small talk. Maintain good body language. Start with a small challenge each day. Find a model for social skills. Push yourself to try new things. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Fillet-Salmon | How to Fillet Salmon | To fillet salmon, insert a fillet knife just above the backbone and gently rock it back and forth to cut through the ribs and separate the meat from the spine. For the second fillet, turn the salmon over and repeat the process. Once the fillets are removed, lay them skin side down and insert the fillet knife under the ribs, angling it toward the thicker part of the fish. To remove the ribs, loosen the flap of meat that contains these bones and discard the ribs along with the flap and a thin layer of meat. | Rinse the salmon in cold running water. Make sure the fish is completely washed on all sides. Open the belly. Place the fish on its side on a large cutting board. Hold the tail down with one hand, and with the other insert a fillet knife into the vent, or the anus, located on the underside of the fish near the tail. Pull the knife from the vent along the belly toward the head, and stop just between the gills. Make sure you're using a sharp knife to make the cut. You should not have to make a sawing motion; the cut should be clean. Take care not to actually cut deep into the vent or belly, since the organs inside may contain bacteria that could contaminate the fish. If your initial cut is too shallow, you can go back and make a deeper cut. If you do cut into the organs, rise the liquid off immediately. Make sure it flows out of the fish, rather than deeper inside. Make a cut from the fish's back to its belly. Start at the backbone above the pectoral fin. Press your knife down until you can feel the spine, then make a downward cut that extends behind the pectoral fin and ends at the belly. Don't cut too deeply, since you want to avoid damaging the organs. Gently lift the meat to make sure it is detached from the head area. You should be able to lift a flap from the side of the fish. If it's still attached to the head, use the knife to cut it away. Turn the fish around and make a cut from the fish's belly to its back. In a similar fashion, start the cut at the bellow below the pectoral fin. Since you're coming at it from the other side, extend the cut in front of the fin and end it at the backbone. Lift the flap of meat to make sure it is no longer attached to the head. Place the salmon on its belly and cut off the head. Use a heavier, sharper knife, rather than the fillet knife, to make a cut straight through the background just behind the head. The intestine will still be attached to the vent. Use your knife to cut it cleanly. The head, internal organs, and pectoral should come off in one piece. Discard them. A serrated knife makes it easier to cut through the backbone. Remove the kidney. The long, dark red organ along the salmon's backbone is its kidney. Use the fillet knife to carefully cut it away and lift it from the fish. Remove the remaining fins. Use a large knife (preferably serrated) to saw off the dorsal and caudal fins, then discard them. Remove the meat from one side. With the salmon resting on its side, insert the fillet knife at the end where the head used to be, just above the backbone. Begin using a gentle sawing motion to cut through the ribs and separate the meat from the contoured spine. Don't cut too far away from the backbone, since you want to preserve as much meat as possible in the fillet. Cut until you reach the tail. Make a perpendicular cut across the tail and lift the fillet from the salmon. Make the second fillet. Turn the salmon over and insert the knife where the head used to be, just above the backbone. Use the same technique to saw through the ribs and remove the meat from the spine, creating a second fillet. When you reach the tail, cut the fillet away from the body and set it aside. Remove the ribs. Lay the fillet skin side down on the cutting board. Insert the fillet knife just underneath the first few ribs. Slowly work the knife under the ribs, angling it toward the thicker part of the fish and toward the tail, to loosen a thin flap of meat containing the ribs. Continue until you have removed the ribs, then discard the flap. Don't cut too deeply underneath the ribs, or you'll lose too much meat. Cut as closely underneath the ribs as possible, so you only remove a thin layer of meat attached to them. Repeat with the second fillet. Remove the pin bones. Extract the remaining small rib bones near the tail end of the fillet with needle-nosed pliers. Trim, as desired, the edges of fatty tissue from the filet’s belly meat. Some consider this portion of the meat to be too strong in taste. Simply slice it off and discard. Rinse the fillets in standing cold water. Salt may be added to remove superficial impurities from the meat. Store the meat in a refrigerator. Do not let the meat sit out for too long, or it will spoil. You can also freeze the meat in freezer bags for up to six months. Prepare the salmon fillets as desired for cooking. The backbone and head may be saved to make a broth for soup or risotto. Discard the leftovers. Put the fish trimmings, entrails, and carcass in a tied-off plastic bag and toss in the garbage. | Rinse the salmon in cold running water. Open the belly. Make a cut from the fish's back to its belly. Turn the fish around and make a cut from the fish's belly to its back. Place the salmon on its belly and cut off the head. Remove the kidney. Remove the remaining fins. Remove the meat from one side. Make the second fillet. Remove the ribs. Remove the pin bones. Trim, as desired, the edges of fatty tissue from the filet’s belly meat. Rinse the fillets in standing cold water. Store the meat in a refrigerator. Prepare the salmon fillets as desired for cooking. Discard the leftovers. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Raise-an-Orphaned-Lamb | How to Raise an Orphaned Lamb | To raise an orphaned lamb, give the lamb some colostrum, which is the first milk that comes from a mother sheep after birth, since it wasn't able to get it from its mother and needs it to be healthy. You can give it colostrum from any sheep or cow, and it's best if the colostrum is fresh or frozen. Otherwise, you can find colostrum from a farm supply store. Using a bottle, feed it 500 milliliters of colostrum over the course of the first day of its life. After the first day, start feeding it around 140 milliliters of lamb milk replacement every 4 hours. Over the course of the first few weeks, gradually increase the amount of milk replacement to 700 milliliters 3 times per day, and continue giving it this amount for 2 weeks. When the lamb is a month old, start weaning it off of the milk replacement and give it grass, hay, and water. In addition to feeding the lamb, make sure it has shelter and plenty of dry bedding like straw to keep it warm at night. | Get the lamb some colostrum. As soon as a lamb is born, it should drink a large amount of colostrum, which is the first milk that comes from mother sheep after birth. It is unlike normal milk because it is full of protein, fats, and antibodies that help a lamb thrive. Getting your lamb to drink colostrum should be a priority immediately after birth. Colostrum from other sheep or cows can be given to lambs. If you can get fresh or frozen colostrum that is ideal. Supplements are typically available at farm supply stores or websites but are considered less effective. Your lamb should have about 500 milliliters (17 fl oz) of good quality colostrum over the first day of its life. This should be fed over the course of 6 to 8 feedings. Ask a veterinarian who is knowledgeable about caring for sheep how much colostrum to give per feeding. Your veterinarian may also be able to tell you where to get colostrum, such as some local farms that have some stored up. If you get frozen colostrum, make sure that you thaw it out in hot to warm water. Do not microwave the colostrum because this can damage the antibodies and proteins in it. Teach the lamb to drink from a bottle. Have the lamb stand up with its head up. Slowly put the nipple of the bottle in the lamb's mouth and move the lamb's jaw up and down in order to press the nipple together so that milk comes out. After about three or four times of opening and closing the animal's jaw, the lamb should catch on and suck regularly. If your lamb does not catch on, you should consult with a veterinarian. They may suggest the use of a feeding tube if your lamb is in desperate need of nutrition. You can test your lamb's suckle reflex with your finger. If you offer your finger to the lamb, he should try to latch onto your finger and have a moderate to strong desire to nurse on your finger. If your lamb doesn't have a strong suckle reflex, then consult a veterinarian. Do not attempt to bottle feed a lamb that can't suckle. The lamb may end up inhaling some of the milk instead of drinking it. Feed the lamb milk replacement. Once the lamb has drunk colostrum for the first day of its life, you can switch to milk replacement. The lamb will need to begin by drinking 140mL of milk replacement every four hours. Milk replacement can be obtained from your local feed store or ordered from a livestock supply website. Be sure to follow instructions on the replacement container, as some brand's mixing instructions differ from others. Increase the amount of milk replacement the lamb drinks gradually. Over the course of the first couple weeks, gradually increase the amount it eats to 500mL every four hours. Feed that much to the lamb for two weeks and then increase the amount you feed it again, to 700mL three times a day for two weeks. After that, you can begin reducing the amount of milk replacement you are giving the lamb, down to 500mL twice daily. Introduce hay, grass, and water. When the lamb is several weeks old you can begin giving it access to grass, hay, and water. As the lamb begins to eat these things, you will be able to wean it off of milk replacement. Once the lamb is over a month old, you should be reducing its milk intake. By the time it is three months old it should be totally weaned. Give the lamb shelter. A motherless lamb is less likely to survive in part because it could get hypothermia from the elements. It will not have a mother to get shelter from at night, so you will need to supply some. Give the lamb access to a pen at all times but make sure that it is in there at night. It is very important to give the lamb shelter from wind, which can really cause a lamb's body temperature to plummet. Make sure to protect the lamb from predators in your area, such as coyotes, large hawks, and big cats (pumas, mountain lions, etc.), especially at night. Supply warmth for the lamb. In addition to a basic shelter, you will need to make sure the lamb is given additional heat. Put dry bedding, such as straw, to the pen to insulate the lamb from the cold. Also add hot water bottles, heat lamps, or portable heaters to replicate the heat that would normally be provided by a mother. If you put heat lamps or heaters in your lamb's shelter, make sure that the animal has no way of coming into contact with it. These can pose a physical danger to the lamb and a fire hazard if not used safely. Also, make sure that any fire hazards are a safe distance away from the lamb so that it does not get burned. Give the lamb time outdoors. Even if the temperature is cold, your lamb needs some time outside. Let it get sunlight, fresh air, and space to roam every day. This is important for its development and its enjoyment of life. Ideally, if it is cold outside, this time would be in the warmest part of the day. It is important for the lamb to graze and roam around to grow, build proper bone density, and muscles. Socialize the lamb. If at all possible, you should make sure your lamb bonds with other lambs and sheep. Put it out in a pasture with other sheep and let it explore new relationships with other sheep. This will help the lamb to learn how to function as a sheep, as opposed to as just a pet in your home forever. Socializing is key when helping your lamb mature. This way, if the lamb does re-enter a herd in adulthood, then it will be able to do so easily. Get the lamb vaccinated. You will need to get your lamb vaccinated early in its life, at about 3 months of age. Vaccinations for tetanus and pulpy kidney are typically recommended by veterinarians but there may be others that they suggest as well. Choose a vaccination that has added B12 in it. This will help your lamb's health, as well as protecting it from illness. Vaccinations are particularly important for lambs that did not get enough, or any, colostrum. If the antibodies and immune system defenses in colostrum are not given to a lamb, you will need to supply them through a vaccination. You can either do the vaccination yourself or have a veterinarian do it. Vaccines for lambs are typically available through your veterinary clinic and they can show you how to do it as well. If you are going to vaccinate your lamb yourself, then make sure to consult a veterinarian about when to vaccinate and which vaccinations to give. A veterinarian can also explain how to give them, and where to give them. The vet may even walk you through the process or show you how to give the first set so you can administer vaccinations yourself later on. Dock the lamb. Docking the lamb is a process in which the tail is removed. It is typically done when the lamb is between a week and three weeks old. The modern way of docking a lamb is done by placing special rubber bands around the tail and testicles. If your lamb has testicles, these can be removed at the same time, in much the same manner. During docking ask a veterinarian or rancher for help with this process. Get the lamb drenched. You will also want to have your lamb "drenched" when they are about a month old. This is a process of giving the lamb medication to protect it from worms. This is done with a special tool, called a drenching gun, that is used to give the lamb the medication orally. Discuss the best drenching medications for your lamb with a livestock veterinarian. Dosing will vary depending on the specific drenching medication you use. Look at the packaging and calculate the dose for your lamb's specific age and weight. | Get the lamb some colostrum. Teach the lamb to drink from a bottle. Feed the lamb milk replacement. Increase the amount of milk replacement the lamb drinks gradually. Introduce hay, grass, and water. Give the lamb shelter. Supply warmth for the lamb. Give the lamb time outdoors. Socialize the lamb. Get the lamb vaccinated. Dock the lamb. Get the lamb drenched. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Donate-Your-Body-to-Science | How to Donate Your Body to Science | If you want to donate your body to science, start by informing your doctor and family members about your decision so they won't be surprised or confused when the time comes. Next, research programs and facilities near you that accept willed body donation. Then, once you've selected a specific program or facility, obtain the required paperwork from them, which typically contains details and a consent form. Fill out the required forms completely and submit them. | Understand what happens when you donate your body to science. Before you die, you will have chosen a facility or program and filled out the necessary paperwork. After you die, someone will contact the facility or program which will usually collect your body. Once they have your body, several things could be done with it. Donated bodies are used for testing new medical tools and equipment, testing car safety products, studying stages of advanced decay, studied for anatomy purposes, and testing new surgeries, among other things. Choose between donating your organs or donating your body to science. Understand the pros and cons of each. With donating your organs, your family can still have hold a service for you and you can specify in advance which organs you'd like to donate. With body donation, your family may not get the chance to say goodbye before the body is collected. You also won't be able to specify how it is used. Decide how much control you'd like to have over what happens to your body after your death. Consider the great need for donated organs. Every day about 79 people receive an organ transplant while 18 die waiting for a donor. One organ donor can save 8 lives. Most programs want a complete body donation. Other programs request that you pre-register any planned organ donations before donating your body. Understand when body donation is not accepted. Some programs will not accept very obese bodies and most will not take bodies with certain medical conditions, like Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, hepatitis, HIV, or tuberculosis. Bodies that suffered extensive trauma or advanced decomposition won't be accepted either. Research programs and facilities. Look at programs for willed body donation within your state. When you do this, you should keep in mind what's important to you. Here are a few of the things to consider when comparing available programs/facilities: Costs: Some programs will pay for body transport to the collecting facility, while others will charge. Find out what your family will be responsible for paying. Funeral or memorial options: Most programs will require almost immediate transportation of the body to the facility. You may want to find out when your cremated remains will be available to your family, if planning a service. They may be available several years after your death. Assistance from the program: Some programs perform a memorial service after the body has been used and before it's cremated. The program will complete the death certificate and might give information for an obituary. Type of program: Some programs and facilities only use donated bodies for anatomical study. Others might use them as forensic tools to solve crimes, such as studying advanced decay. Make sure you're comfortable with what the program will do with your body. Medical school or body broker: You have the option of donating to a for-profit corporation that sells your body parts, called a "body broker," or you can donate to a university medical school. Since the advent of the broker corporations, schools are having a shortage of tissue they need for research. Inform your doctor and family members. It's important that you tell your family about your decision before your death. If you do your research and make necessary preparations, your family won't be left trying to understand your wishes. If you don't inform your family, this surprise could delay them in getting your body to the right facility in time. Check with the program you're using about transportation costs. Most programs will pay to transport your body to the facility, but if you die far enough away from the facility, your family may be responsible for paying to get you there. Discuss funeral or memorial options. Your family will not be able to hold a funeral with your body present and they should be prepared for this. It may affect their ability to find closure. Inform them that they can still hold a memorial service or attend a commemoration service at the facility where your body was donated. Generally, the facility will cover the cost of cremation once the body is no longer being used for study, and some facilities have a cemetery plot where they will bury the bodies if that is requested. But, if your next-of-kin want the remains to be given back to them, they may end up having to cover the costs of cremation or burial. Make alternative arrangements. While you may be a good candidate for body donation and you've correctly filled out the paperwork, your body may end up being rejected. If your body decomposed, suffered trauma, or experienced a major operation, you may not actually be accepted. Decide what you'd like done if body donation does not work out. Again, make these wishes clear to your family, since they'll be fulfilling them after your death. It's always a good idea to put it into writing and notify your attorney. Remember that you may be able to donate your organs even if you couldn't donate your body. While the decision to harvest suitable organs will be made at the time of your death, you should fill out paperwork and inform your family in advance. This way, if your body isn't accepted, your organs may be. Get the correct forms. Once you've decided to donate your body to science and have selected a specific program or facility, make sure to get a registration packet. This will usually contain details and the consent form. This form must be completed, returned, and acknowledged. You may be given a wallet card to notify people of your intention to donate at the time of death. Carry it with you at all times. Comply with details of the form. Some programs require you to fill out and sign the form in front of witnesses or a notary public. Be sure to read these details before filling out any paperwork. For example, you may need multiple witnesses over the age of 21. Some programs specify that one witness must be a family member while the other should have legal ties to the family (like an attorney). Update your paperwork. Just because you've successfully filled out and filed your body donation paperwork doesn't mean you're all set. You need to update your will to stipulate the program details of the body donation. This is especially important if you fear your family may not honor your wishes after your death. If you change your mind about donating your body, you can always opt out of the program. To do this, notify the program in writing and file a copy with your attorney. Understand and inform your family about the procedure after your death. While you may understand what will happen to your body after death, your family might be clueless about what it is they're supposed to do. In most cases, your next of kin, spouse, executor of your will, or hospital facility will need to immediately get in touch with the medical program after your death. The facility will usually come pick up the body. Have all the necessary program information and contact details available for your family so they aren't burdened with details while dealing with your death. | Understand what happens when you donate your body to science. Choose between donating your organs or donating your body to science. Understand when body donation is not accepted. Research programs and facilities. Inform your doctor and family members. Discuss funeral or memorial options. Make alternative arrangements. Get the correct forms. Comply with details of the form. Update your paperwork. Understand and inform your family about the procedure after your death. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-a-More-Curvy-Appearance-(Skinny-Girls) | How to Get a More Curvy Appearance (Skinny Girls) | To get a more curvy appearance if you're skinny, choose clothes that enhance your shape and perform exercises to build curves. Create a curvier figure by wearing peplum or boatneck tops, or top off your outfit with a tailored jacket. You could also try using shape-enhancing underwear, including bras or lower-body pieces. Another way you can get more curves is to do exercises that target your butt, chest, and waist. Try doing squats to make your butt bigger, and incline chest exercises to make your chest appear bigger than it is. | Wear shape enhancing undergarments. You can easily create instant curves with underwear that doubles as shape-wear. Push-up and padded bras enhance the bust and give it a fuller appearance. Look for shape-wear for the lower body that has padding in the hips or rear to create curves in those areas. Choose flattering tops. The right shirt or blouse can add fullness to the bust and hip areas while minimizing your waistline so that you appear more curvy. Peplum tops are fitted at the waist, but flare out at the hip. These tops are an easy way to achieve curvier hips. Boatneck and off-the-shoulder tops draw the eyes out and help create the illusion of an hourglass figure. Tops with cowl necks or draping in front can add fullness to the bust area. Corset style tops create an hourglass shape by accentuating the bust and hips while minimizing the waist. Wear a tailored jacket or blazer. Tailored jackets are cut to be more narrow at the waist. They help define the waist and create an hourglass shape. For the best results, wear the jacket over a more fitted top that isn't too bulky and button the jacket in the middle to nip in the waist. Experiment with high-waisted bottoms. Pants, skirts, and shorts that come up higher tend to sit at the smallest part of the waist and make this area look smaller. In contrast, a smaller waistline makes the bust and hips appear fuller, creating an hourglass figure. Try bootcut jeans or pants. Pants and jeans that flare out at the bottom create fullness and help minimize a too-slim appearance. Detailing on the back pockets, like sequins or embroidery, can also create a fuller looking backside. Stick to flared skirts and dresses. Fuller skirts and dresses that flare out from the waist can help create the impression of curvier hips. Details like pleating are another way to add fullness to the hips. Wear a wrap dress. Wrap dresses tend to make the waist look smaller, which makes the chest and hip areas appear larger. This is another great way of creating a curvier appearance. Try an illusion dress. Illusion dresses are usually a light or bright color in the front with darker colors on the sides. This color scheme is sometimes also referred to as color blocking. The dark panels of color on the side will draw the eye in toward the middle and help create the look of an hourglass. Add a belt. Wearing a belt at the natural waist is a great way to create a curvier appearance. The belt will highlight your small waist and make your chest and hip areas appear fuller by comparison. Skinny belts work best to minimize the waistline and create an hourglass shape. Experiment with wearing a belt over everything from a dress to a slim fitting sweater or tunic top. Avoid baggy clothing. Baggy clothes are generally not flattering on any figure. They might partially hide a slim figure, but they will not create a curvier appearance. Skip batwing and kimono style tops. The longer, full sleeves on these shirts can overwhelm a slim figure. They also draw the eyes away from the bust and waist, making it difficult to achieve an hourglass look. Pass on tube tops. Tube tops draw attention to the chest. If you consider yours to be small, a tube top will make that more obvious. Say no to spaghetti straps. Tops and dresses with skinny spaghetti straps tend to emphasize the chest area. If you aren't as curvy as you'd like, the spaghetti straps will only highlight that. Avoid pencil skirts. Pencil skirts are slim-fitting and become more narrow at the bottom. These skirts can make you appear more slim when you are trying to achieve the opposite effect. Wear skinny jeans or leggings with caution. Whether you have slim legs or thicker ones, skinny pants will make that more obvious. If your legs are on the slim side and you want to appear curvier, skinny jeans and leggings might not be the way to go. Add squats to your workout. Squats are an excellent exercise for building up the backside and helping you fill out those skinny jeans. Do incline chest exercises. On an incline bench, you can use a dumbbells or a bar with weights to target the upper chest area. While you will not grow more breast tissue, you can build up the muscles behind the breast tissue and make the chest appear larger. Target your waist with exercises for your obliques. The oblique muscles are located at the side of your abdominals. When you perform criss-cross or bicycle crunches and other exercises that target the obliques, you can achieve a smaller waistline. A smaller waist helps create an hourglass appearance. | Wear shape enhancing undergarments. Choose flattering tops. Wear a tailored jacket or blazer. Experiment with high-waisted bottoms. Try bootcut jeans or pants. Stick to flared skirts and dresses. Wear a wrap dress. Try an illusion dress. Add a belt. Avoid baggy clothing. Skip batwing and kimono style tops. Pass on tube tops. Say no to spaghetti straps. Avoid pencil skirts. Wear skinny jeans or leggings with caution. Add squats to your workout. Do incline chest exercises. Target your waist with exercises for your obliques. |
https://www.wikihow.com/Scratch-Under-Your-Cast | How to Scratch Under Your Cast | To scratch under your cast, try blowing cool air from a hairdryer under the cast. Alternatively, you could tap your cast with your hand or a wooden spoon to relive an itchy sensation. You might also try massaging the exposed skin near to your cast, but be careful not to damage the cast. Additionally, try wrapping a watertight ice pack around the itchy part of your cast, since the sudden chill can help relieve the irritation. If none of these techniques work, consider speaking to your doctor about medication. | Blow cool air in the cast with a hair dryer. The hair dryer must be on a cool setting, as warm or hot air may worsen symptoms or burn skin. Blow the air from the dryer between the cast and your skin. Generate vibrations by knocking or tapping your cast. Using a wooden spoon or your hand, vibrations to your cast may help relieve an itchy sensation. Vibrations through knocking are safer than sticking objects inside your cast for relief. Massage the exposed skin near the cast. By massaging the skin nearby the itch, there may be some relief. Be careful when massaging exposed skin near your cast to avoid painful areas. The massage may generate sensations on the skin that redirect your focus away from the itch. Massage also increases circulation in the area of the cast, which will speed up healing. Cool down your cast quickly with an ice pack. By wrapping a water-tight ice pack around your cast, the cooling sensation may help to provide relief. Considering using an unopened bag of frozen vegetables as a substitute for an ice pack. Just make sure the condensation from the ice pack doesn't leak. Discuss medications with your doctor. Consider using an over-the-counter antihistamine, or a prescription from your physician. Medications by mouth such as Benadryl can be used to reduce itchy feelings if the other options aren't working. This will help calm your body's reaction to a skin irritant. Avoid using tools that may lead to infection, or get trapped in your cast. Do not stick objects inside your cast as a way to calm your itch. Scratching your skin with these objects may break skin or lead to infection. You also may end up going to additional doctor's visits, or need to get a new cast put on, due to items that are now trapped inside the cast. These items include: Chopsticks Pencils or other writing tools Coat hanger wire Limit your use of powder or lotions. Powders and lotions may reduce perspiration on the skin, but should only be used outside the cast so that the skin stays clean and soft. Powder inside a cast can cake and cause sores. If your cast has a perspiration odor, this is normal; however, if you notice an unusual or foul odor coming from the cast contact your doctor. Stop pulling at, or tearing, your cast's lining. Even though that itchy, scratchy feeling may feel miserable, damaging your cotton lining to your cast, or loosening your cast, may make matters worse. For some casts, the cotton lining is used to protect the skin from a saw blade when the cast is removed. Without that protective lining in its proper place, the skin may get scratched during removal. Keep your cast away from water. A cast needs to stay away from water or anything that will add moisture. Though at certain times, getting your skin wet will happen due to perspiration, there are ways limit your exposure to water or excess moisture: Bathe in a bathtub with your arm or leg out of the water. If you must use plastic to cover your cast while bathing, use duct tape and secure it with multiple layers of plastic. Avoid walking or standing in water while wearing a cast. Cover your cast shoe before walking in the rain or snow. Your cast shoe should only be removed when bathing or sleeping. Reduce sweating or excess perspiration. Reduce your time in hot and sunny areas, since you'll sweat more. Strenuous exercise should be done in a climate controlled environment to reduce sweat and moisture that can create that itchy feeling. Restrict your cast from getting dirt, mud, or sand inside. Any grainy materials that end up inside the cast may generate further irritation and make the itchy feeling worse. Keep your cast clean and dry is best. Use a damp cloth and scouring powder to clean soiled spots on the cast. Be sure to brush away plaster crumbs or other objects from the edges of the cast, but do not remove or rearrange any padding. Do not break off or trim cast edges. Seek medical attention when there are bigger problems. While an itchy cast may be frustrating, it's common. Be on the look-out for these possible complications with your cast: Pressure sores due to a cast that is too tight, or not fitting properly Unpleasant and strange odors from mold or mildew, after the cast and your skin have been wet for a prolonged time Compartment syndrome, with symptoms like numbness in your affected limb, cold or pale skin with bluish color, increased pain or swelling, and burning or stinging sensations You develop a fever or skin problems at the cast edges Your cast breaks, cracks or develops soft spots Your cast becomes badly soiled You feel blister or sore developing inside the cast | Blow cool air in the cast with a hair dryer. Generate vibrations by knocking or tapping your cast. Massage the exposed skin near the cast. Cool down your cast quickly with an ice pack. Discuss medications with your doctor. Avoid using tools that may lead to infection, or get trapped in your cast. Limit your use of powder or lotions. Stop pulling at, or tearing, your cast's lining. Keep your cast away from water. Reduce sweating or excess perspiration. Restrict your cast from getting dirt, mud, or sand inside. Seek medical attention when there are bigger problems. |
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