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https://www.wikihow.com/Measure-Stride-Length	How to Measure Stride Length	To measure your stride length, start by marking a starting place on the floor. Stand on the starting place, then count 10 natural steps. Once you reach the last step, mark the spot on the floor where the edge of your shoe is. Next, use a measuring tape to measure the distance between the two spots on the floor that you've marked. Then, divide the distance by 10 to find your length per stride. For an even more accurate measurement, repeat this process 2-3 times and take the average.	Locate a pedometer to count your steps. A pedometer is a small device used to count the number of steps taken. You can use a pedometer that clips to your clothing, or try using a pedometer phone app. You can purchase a pedometer at most sporting stores or online. Most smartphones nowadays come with a step tracking feature. You can also download pedometer apps from your app store. Run or walk a known distance and track your number of steps. Pick a distance such as 100 metres (330 ft) or 1 mile (1.6 km), and turn your pedometer on. As you move, the pedometer will automatically keep track of your steps. For instance, it may take you 112 steps to walk 100 metres (330 ft). You may complete 1 mile (1.6 km) in about 2,000 steps. Divide your total distance by the number of steps. When you know your total number of steps, divide the distance you walked or ran by the number of steps listed on your pedometer. This number is your stride length. If you jogged a total of 100 metres (330 ft) in 112 steps, your stride length is 0.89 metres (2.9 ft). If you walked 1 mile (1.6 km) in 2,000 steps, your stride length is 2.64 feet (0.80 m). There are 5,280 feet (1,610 m) in a mile, so divide that by 2,000 to find your stride length. Pick a starting place and mark it with an item. You can draw a line with sidewalk chalk on your driveway, mark your spot with a pen, or use any household object to indicate your place. Take 10 natural steps forward starting with your right foot. Count your steps from 1 to 10 as you walk forward. For best results, try not to overthink your foot placement and walk normally. Make a mark in front of your right foot after 10 steps. If you used sidewalk chalk to mark your starting point, draw another line at the edge of your shoe. If you used an object (such as a pen) to mark your starting point, drop another object at the tip of your right foot. This mark indicates your stopping place. Measure the distance between your starting and stopping point. Start your measurements where you took your first step, and use a ruler, yardstick, or measuring tape to find the distance to your last step. Use the smaller units of measurement on your measuring device, such as inches or centimeters (instead of feet or meters). Round your measurements to the closest inch or centimeter. For example, the distance may be 180.3 inches (458 cm), which rounds down to 180 inches (460 cm). Have a friend help hold your tape measure if you need a hand. Divide your distance in inches or centimeters by 10. Once you have the total number of inches or centimeters, you are 1 calculation away from determining your stride length. Divide your distance, and the number you get is your stride length! For instance, if your distance is 180 in (460 cm), you will get 18 in (46 cm) after you divide by 10. Your stride length is 18 in (46 cm) or 1.5 ft (0.46 m). Repeat this 2-3 times to find an accurate average. If you want to ensure your measurements are as accurate as possible, repeat the process a few more times, and average the numbers together. To calculate your average, add up the total of all your stride lengths, and divide them by the total number of times measured. Measure your height to the closest centimeter. Stand with your back straight against the wall, and make a small mark at the crown of your head with a pencil. Grab a tape measure, and measure the distance from your mark to the floor. Round your measurement to the closest centimeter. If you don't want to make a mark on the wall, stick your pencil at the crown of your head (eraser end), and back away from the wall with your pencil still in place. Then, measure from your pencil to the floor. Grab a friend to help if you are having trouble measuring your height yourself. Your height may be 165 cm (65 in), for example. Multiply your height by 0.413 to find stride length for females. Estimating stride length by height is a quick way to find an approximation, but this method is not the most accurate for individual stride lengths. When you get your calculation, round your number to the nearest centimeter. If your height measured to 165 cm (65 in), multiply this by 0.413 for a total of 68.15 cm (26.83 in), which rounds to 68 cm (2.23 ft). Multiply your height by 0.415 to determine stride length for males. The estimation is slightly different for men than for women, so use this number for your calculations rather than 0.413. Be sure to round your calculations to the nearest whole centimeter. For height measurements of 165 cm (65 in) multiplied by 0.415, your stride length is 68.475 cm (26.959 in), which rounds to 69 cm (2.26 ft).	Locate a pedometer to count your steps. Run or walk a known distance and track your number of steps. Divide your total distance by the number of steps. Pick a starting place and mark it with an item. Take 10 natural steps forward starting with your right foot. Make a mark in front of your right foot after 10 steps. Measure the distance between your starting and stopping point. Divide your distance in inches or centimeters by 10. Repeat this 2-3 times to find an accurate average. Measure your height to the closest centimeter. Multiply your height by 0.413 to find stride length for females. Multiply your height by 0.415 to determine stride length for males.
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Business-Development-Manager	How to Become a Business Development Manager	To become a business development manager, start by learning about the job, which entails long work hours, a lot of travel, and networking with clients. Additionally, work on developing strong interpersonal and presentation skills since working with people is the main part of the job. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, then obtain a Bachelor's degree and get 5 years experience in business before applying for an entry level job. However, you may want to pursue your Masters of Business Administration to make yourself a stronger candidate.	Look into typical work schedules. A business development manager is a high-ranking executive who has to work long hours and travel often. They are responsible for networking and visiting clients to make them feel valued. Though that may not sound like a drawback to you right now, remember that the entire process of becoming a business development manager takes years. How do you picture your home life in 10 to 15 years? If you want to be settled down, think twice before going down this road. Reflect on your interpersonal skills. Business development managers need excellent people skills to keep regular contact with potential and existing clients. This type of work requires strong public relations and presentation skills. You also need to be able to convince them your company knows what it's doing. If people around you enjoy your presence and value your input, you may have the right personality for the job. Job functions as a business development manager can include overseeing the work of fellow employees. A typical workday may entail some level of human resource duties such as conducting training sessions and workshops. The job demands strong organizational skills and analytical abilities in addition to leadership skills. The field requires extensive knowledge and familiarity in how business operations work and to be able to understand, analyze and develop business strategies when working with clients. Figure out which sector you want to work in. All large corporations have business development managers, so you have the opportunity to work in a variety of industries. Do a search on a job listings website for “Business Development Manager” and see what comes up. This will give you an idea of the industries that hire one, or even a team of business development managers. While you're there, see what the typical minimum and preferred qualifications are so you can start gearing your resume toward the job now. Think about the required education. For an entry-level job, you need a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years' experience in the industry. Take courses in business and management. After high school, you need to take business courses, preferably at a four year university. Your academic advisers will be able to give you advice for being a competitive business graduate specific the job market in your area. Begin considering the MBA or another higher degree sooner rather than later. You don't need to get the MBA straight out of undergraduate, however. Since you will need several years' experience in business, it is not a bad idea to get that out of the way and pay back some school loans. Since you are now rubbing shoulders with current and future business leaders, make connections and be on friendly terms with people you meet. You don't know how you will be able to help each other down the road. Do an internship while in school. At some point in the final years of your undergraduate degree, you should do an internship. This can easily be completed over a summer break, but many are also offered during each semester. This will give you an insight into the everyday workings of an actual business. It will also develop important contacts that will help you when you are applying for jobs and boost your resume. Develop a specialization. You should have an area of industry you want to work in, but you also need to specialize in an area of business to get an entry level job. A good route to go for becoming a business development manager is human resources management and teaching. These will give you the tool kit for becoming a good manager later on. Register with a professional association. There are numerous business development manager professional associations. Since there are so many, find out which ones are more prominent to have an opportunity to network with more people. These are also a great source of the latest business training techniques and other resources. Look for internships and part-time jobs. Unfortunately, 'entry level' jobs are no longer for people without experience. You need to get some experience as a full-time employee under your belt before you're ready to apply for business development manager positions. Seek out limited, part-time positions, internships, and apprenticeships first. Apply for entry-level jobs. After getting a few real world applications of your degree on your resume, you should be ready for a full-time job. These can be found on job websites. You should also apply with any companies you with which you've interned in the past. You already have a relationship with them - just make sure it's a good one! Look around for promotion opportunities. Since it is less common and expected to spend your entire career in one company in the 21st century, moving up the ladder may mean getting on a different one. Use the connections you have made a long the way to look around for job opportunities along the way. But don't jump ship a few months after getting that first job. Establish some longevity to demonstrate your loyalty to businesses you want to apply to work for one day. Practice your presentation in job interviews. The business world likes its applicants to mirror formality and give flashy presentation in interviews. It's time to break out your suit, even if you are unsure if that will be everyday attire in the job. For more tips on acing a business job interview see this guide. Work on the basic skills. Some companies employ multiple business development managers. At that point, each individual may not perform all areas typically assigned to someone in position. However, the basics apply to everyone in the early stages of their career. You won't get to the point where you only need to worry about, say, client satisfaction if you weren't capable of doing it all. Get used to developing strategies. This refers to determining which opportunities for expansion you should pursue and how you should do so. Potential clients may fall into your lap, but if your company is not prepared to handle their business, it will be detrimental to you. On the other hand, if there is an ideal company for you to do business with that is not necessarily looking for partnership, you may have to strategize a way to entice them. Practicing your sales skills. This aspect of business never goes away. You will always be looking at businesses to see what they are lacking, and try to sell to them. Your numbers will speak for themselves, making it easier for you to get promoted. Practice interpersonal skills and maintaining business relationships. More important than gaining new business is keeping the old. Though it is normal for business to go out the door on a regular basis, you should do everything you can to make your clients feel important. Go see them in person and take them to dinner. Make sure they are up-to-speed on all the latest developments at your company.	Look into typical work schedules. Reflect on your interpersonal skills. Figure out which sector you want to work in. Think about the required education. Take courses in business and management. Do an internship while in school. Develop a specialization. Register with a professional association. Look for internships and part-time jobs. Apply for entry-level jobs. Look around for promotion opportunities. Practice your presentation in job interviews. Work on the basic skills. Get used to developing strategies. Practicing your sales skills. Practice interpersonal skills and maintaining business relationships.
https://www.wikihow.com/Tell-if-It%27s-an-Acquaintance,-Friend,-Crush,-or-Love	How to Tell if It's an Acquaintance, Friend, Crush, or Love	To tell if someone is a friend or a crush, see if your conversations are relaxed and casual, which probably means you're talking to a friend. When you talk to a crush, they may appear nervous or excitable because they're trying to make you like them back. If you're still unsure, ask a good friend if they know how the person feels about you. You could also try writing down a list of pros and cons to decide whether they're a friend or crush. For example, they may be a crush if they flirt with you or make eye contact across the room for long periods of time. However, they're probably a good friend if they treat other friends the same way and behave calmly when they're around you.	Notice the amount of eye contact. People's eyes can be very expressive and tell a lot about how they're feeling toward those around them. Friends will make eye contact with each other during conversation to show interest and respect. Someone with a crush on you will make repeated eye contact with you whether in a conversation or not. A crush may hold eye contact for a few seconds, and then look away from shyness, and find your gaze again later. Dilated pupils are another indication of a crush. Someone who's in love with you will feel totally comfortable locking gazes for extended periods of time. Gauge proximity. The amount of space people choose to place between themselves and others can be an indicator of their perceived relationships with those around them. Someone who is your friend will stand or sit closer to you than an acquaintance. A person with a crush on you will stand near you, lean toward you, and look for reasons to get closer to you- whether it's intentionally walking past you at a close range, or leaning in closer than necessary to talk to you. People who are in love will stand or sit very close together- perhaps their hips touch when standing side by side or their knees touch when sitting across from one another. Monitor movement. Our movements, whether conscious or unconscious, can convey lots of different meanings about how we feel about those around us. Friends will tilt their heads while in conversations with other friends to show that they're listening. They may touch each other in light, casual ways on the hand or arm. Someone with a crush will look for reasons to touch the other person, often in a playful and flirty way. They may seem fidgety or nervous, and may subconsciously begin to copy the movements of their crush. Someone who is in love with you will seem very comfortable and secure around you. They may touch you using gentle, caressing gestures. Pay attention to posture. The way a person stands (or sits) when they're around you may give you some clues as to how they feel about you. A friend will stand with his or her shoulders and face pointing toward you. If sitting, he or she will uncross his or her legs to show that he or she is open to you. His or her palms may be open toward you as well, another sign of receptivity. When someone has a crush on you, they stand tall and slightly stick their chest out. Additionally, they will point their toes and hips toward you, as a sign of wanting to move toward you (both figuratively and literally). Recognize vocal tone. The inflection and quality of a person's voice will change subconsciously depending on the feelings they have toward you. Listen to how someone talks in general, and compare it with they sound when talking to you individually. A friend's voice will remain constant, with little to no change in pitch or tone. A crush's voice will have a playful and flirtatious quality to it. Women use a higher pitch to accentuate their femininity. Men use a lower pitch, but alter the pitch, almost to a “sing-song” tone, to both highlight masculinity, and make a woman feel at ease. People who are in love will alter their voices to match their partners'. Men talk in a higher pitch and women a lower one to show that they are connected as one. Think about how casual your conversations are. A conversation between friends is usually casual and comfortable. Both you and your friend ask and answer questions equally, and may or may not make future plans to hang out. Notice how much they talk about themselves. If someone has a crush, they will talk a lot about themselves, both from nerves and as a way to “humble-brag.” They will also ask about you, and agree enthusiastically with what you say to make it seem like you have things in common. Analyze how intimate your conversations are. If someone is in love with you, they will open up to you in intimate ways. You may find out about their deep insecurities and fears, childhood, family dynamics, important personal values, and vision for the future. They may plan future vacations, or invite you to meet family. Reflect on your relationship. Take some time in a quiet place simply to think about your feelings toward the person in question, and your interactions with them. Some questions to consider are: How long have you known this person? How frequently do you see or talk to them? Is the communication equitable? What is the level of intimacy shared (either physically or conversationally)? How would you characterize your time together? Do you both seem to enjoy being together? Make a list. If you're trying to determine whether someone is a friend or a crush, make a “Friend/Crush” list. If you're figuring out whether someone is in love with you, make a “Like/Love” list. Like a Pro/Con list, record any specific behavior that would indicate how they feel about you. Having a visual aid way may give you more insight into how they feel. Ask a trusted friend for help. Sometimes our feelings toward someone can cloud our judgment in assessing their behavior. A friend can offer an honest, objective observation of the relationship, and will be less likely to allow personal feelings to affect their understanding. Express your feelings first. If you're asking someone to open up to you, then you need to be upfront with them as well. If you're looking for honesty, you need to show you're capable of reciprocating. People are more likely to be direct with you if you're direct with them. Start with a sentence like, "I want you to know that I feel____________about you/our relationship. I'm hoping you'll be just as honest and share your feelings about me." Ask in a tactful, non-threatening way. Explain that you're simply trying to gain some insight and clarity in your relationship, and that you respect their feelings no matter what. It's important for your partner to know that they can open up to you, without an abrasive reaction. Try saying something like, "I want you to know that I will completely honor and respect your answer, even if it's not the one I want to hear." Be prepared for the consequences. There's a chance you and your partner may be on two different wavelengths in terms of your relationship. Their answer may sting a little. Take some time to decide how you want to proceed in the relationship, knowing exactly how your partner feels about you.	Notice the amount of eye contact. Gauge proximity. Monitor movement. Pay attention to posture. Recognize vocal tone. Think about how casual your conversations are. Notice how much they talk about themselves. Analyze how intimate your conversations are. Reflect on your relationship. Make a list. Ask a trusted friend for help. Express your feelings first. Ask in a tactful, non-threatening way. Be prepared for the consequences.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Rag-Rug	How to Make a Rag Rug	To braid a rag rug, first cut your fabric into strips of equal width. Knot 3 strips together at the top, then braid the strips, crossing the left and right over the middle repeatedly. Continue adding strips to your braid by cutting a slit into the end of one strip and slicing another slit into the beginning of the new strip. Slide the end of the first strip into the slit of the second and thread the rest of the second through the slit on the first. As you work, coil your braid into a circular spiral. Then, when your rug is the right size, sew the coiled edges together and tack down the ends.	Get a non-slip, rubber rug mat. It is a rubber mesh-like mat that people place under rugs to keep them from slipping. You can usually find them alongside the other rug-making supplies in an art store, or in the home-improvement section of a store. Cut the mat down to the desired size. Non-slip rubber mats for rugs come in rolls, so you will need to cut yours down to the right size. You can make your rug a square or a rectangle. You can even cut it into a shape, such as a crescent moon or heart. Cut your fabric into thin strips. Stack several pieces of cotton fabric together, then cut it into 1 by 5-inch (2.54 by 12.7-centimeter) strips. You can use all one color, but using two or three will make your rug look more interesting. Consider using one solid color and one coordinating pattern. Using a rotary cutter will make cutting the fabric strips faster and easier. Pull a fabric strip through two of the holes in the mat. Use a pair of tweezers to pull the fabric strip down through one hole and out the other. Make sure that the strip crosses under the corner between two squares; don't cross it under the actual square itself. Tie the two ends of the strip together, if desired. You don't have to do this, but it will make your rug more durable and prevent the strips from falling out. Repeat the process for the rest of the holes and strips until the rug is filled. Start at one end of the rug and work your way to the other in rows. If you are making a shape, such as a heart, start at the center of the rug and work your way outward. Choose fabric to use as your base and as your scraps. Your base fabric should be sturdy and already cut to the size and shape you want your rug to be. A towel will work great for this, but you can also use canvas. For your scrap fabric, choose something that doesn't fray much, such as jersey or cotton. If your base fabric isn't hemmed, take a moment to do so now. Your scrap fabric doesn't have to match. Try using coordinating patterns and colors! Draw parallel guidelines on your base fabric, then set it aside. The lines should run across the width of your fabric. The closer together you make these lines, the denser your rug will be; keep in mind that you'll also need to use more fabric as well. About 1 inch (2.54 centimeters) apart would be a good place to start. Use a dressmaker's pen and a ruler for this. The lines will disappear when you wash the fabric. If you are making a round or oval rug, draw rings inside the rug, like ripples, instead. Do not draw guidelines on your scrap fabric. Cut your scrap fabric into small, skinny rectangles. You will be sewing these onto a larger piece of fabric to make a shaggy rug. The rectangles can be whatever size you want them to be, but 4 by 1 inches (10.16 to 2.54 centimeters) is a good place to start. Cut your fabric a few pieces at a time. They way, the rectangles will all come out the same size. Lay down the first few fabric scraps across the first parallel line. The scraps need to be centered on the line, so that you have 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) sticking out to each side. Overlap each scrap by a small amount—no more than ¼ inch (0.64 centimeter). The first scrap needs to be right up against the edge of the base fabric. Sew the scraps down using your sewing machine. Use a straight stitch and a thread color that either matches your base fabric or coordinates with the scraps. Backstitch across the first scrap a few times, then sew straight down, using the parallel line as a guide. Add a few more scraps and continue sewing. Keep adding and overlapping scraps to the parallel line until you reach the bottom of the rug. Backstitch a few times across the last scrap. Trim off the excess thread. Fold the scraps to the side to reveal the next parallel line. If you started on the left side of the rug, you should fold the scraps to the left. If you started on the right side, you should fold them to the right. You have to do this to get the scraps out of the way. If you don't, you will accidentally sew them down when you do the next row. Sew down the next row of scraps using the same method as before. Now that you have to scraps out of the way, sew down more scraps to the next parallel line. Remember to overlap them and to backstitch at the start and end of your sewing. When you finish that row, fold the scraps over and do the next one. Keep going until you reach the opposite end of the rug. Finish the rug. Once you have all of the scraps attached, go over your rug and snip off any loose or hanging threads. Your rug is now ready to use! Cut your fabric into strips. How wide you cut the strips is up to you, but they should all be the same width. Something around 1½ inches (cc centimeters) wide would be ideal. You can use any type of fabric you want for this, but old bed sheets or t-shirts work exceptionally well. If you are using plain cotton bed sheets, cut a notch into the fabric first, then tear it. If you are using t-shirts, cut the strips in one, continuous strand, starting from the bottom hem and finishing under the armpits. Knot three strips together at the top. Pin the strips to something that can hold them steady while you work, such as the couch. You can also secure a safety pin to the end, then use a hook to attach it to a cabinet knob or handle. Braid the strips together tightly. Simply cross the left and right strip over the middle one. From time to time, coiling the braid as you work so that you can see how your rug is forming. Join two strips together, as needed. Cut a slit in the end of the first strip, and the beginning of the next strip. Slide the end of the first strip into the slit of the second strip. Next, thread the rest of the second strip through the slit on the first strip. Tug on the two strips to tighten the knot. Continue braiding until you get the size you want, then secure the end with a pin. Coil your braid into a circular spiral as you braid it. Once you get the size of rug you want, secure the strips together with a sewing pin or a safety pin. Cut off the excess strips. Fold the end of the braid onto itself and stitch it down. Go back to where you started the braid. Remove the safety pin, then fold the knot against the braid. Sew the knot to the braid by hand or using a large, loose zigzag stitch on your sewing machine. If you are using a sewing machine, backstitch at the start of your sewing. Sew the rug into a spiral. Begin to wrap the rug into a spiral, sewing the two edges together. Once again, you can do this by hand or on a sewing machine. If you are using a sewing machine, be sure to use a loose, large zigzag stitch. When you reach the last 2 inches (5.08 centimeters), stop. Finish the rug by tucking and sewing the end down. Fold the end of the braid against itself by 1 inch (2.54 centimeters). Continue sewing the braid to the rest of the rug, sandwiching the end inside. Knot and snip the thread when you are done. If you are using a sewing machine, remember to backstitch at the end of your sewing. Cut a piece of cardboard into a rectangle to use as a base. The rectangle needs to be 4 inches (10.16 centimeters) taller and 4 inches (10.16 centimeters) wider than you want the finished rug to be. It would be easiest if you use a box cutter, but you can use scissors too. Cut evenly-spaced slits into the narrow edges of the cardboard. Cut 2-inch (5.08-centimeter) long slits into the narrow ends of the cardboard. Start and finish making the slits 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) from the each side of your cardboard. Space the slits ½ inch (1.27 centimeters) apart the rest of the way. Use a ruler to make your lines nice and straight. Make sure that the top and bottom slits align. You are leaving a 2-inch (5.08-centimeter) gap on both sides of the cardboard for strength and durability. Cut your fabric into strips. Cotton fabric from old (but clean!) bed sheets will work the best for this, but you can use other types too. Cut the fabric into 2-inch (5.08-centimeter) strips. If you are using cotton, you can save time by cutting a notch into the fabric first, then tearing it. If you are repurposing a t-shirt, cut the strips in one, continuous strand, starting from the bottom hem and finishing under the armpits. Insert both ends of your strips into each slit on the loom. Take your first strip. Place one end into the first slit on the top of the cardboard, and the other end on the first slit on the bottom. Do this for all of the slits. Make sure that you have an even amount of fabric hanging out of the slits. Wrap a piece of tape around a new strip, and begin to weave it. Choose a new strip of fabric to begin weaving with. Wrap a piece of tape around the end (preferably masking) to make it nice and stiff. Weave it over and under across the vertical strips on your cardboard, starting from the left. When you get to the opposite (right) end, pull on the weaving strip until you have a 6-inch (15.24-centimeter) long tail. Weave your way back to the left side. This time, weave in the opposite direction. If you finished weaving under on the first row, begin weaving over on the second row, and vice-versa. When you complete the second row, push it up against the first one so that it is straight and snug. Don't pull, otherwise your rug will curve inward. Continue weaving back and forth, joining strips as needed. Cut a vertical slit into the end of your first strip, and the beginning of the next strip. Slide the end of the first strip into slit of the second strip. Next, pull the entire second strip through the slit on the first strip. Tug on the strips to tighten them. Tie the ends of the weaving strips to the fringe when you are done. When you reach the bottom row of slits, stop. Cut your weaving strip until it is about 6 inches (15.24 centimeters) long. Pull the strip closest to the edge out of its cardboard slit, then tie the two together in a tight, double knot. Repeat the process for the top. Cut the fringes. Flip the loom over so that you can see the back. Hold the fringes down with one hand as you cut across them. How short you make them is up to you. Remember to trim the fringe that you tied to the weaving strips as well. Remove the rug from the loom. Your rug is now ready to use! Cut your fabric into 1-inch (2.54-centimeter) strips. Regular cotton fabric from a bed sheet will work the best. It would be even better if you use a duvet cover, however; this way you can cut the fabric in one, continuous strip. If you are using old t-shirts, cut the fabric in one continuous strip, starting from the bottom hem. Join the fabric strips together. Cut a vertical slit into the end of one strip, and the beginning of another. Slide the end of the first strip through the slit on the second strip. Push the opposite end of the second strip through the slit on the first strip. Pull on the second strip to tighten the knot. Do this for all of your strips until you have one, continuous strip. Roll your strip into a ball to prevent it from tangling. If you cut the fabric in one continuous strip, you don't have to do this. Create a magic circle with 6 single crochets inside of it. If you don't know to how to do a magic circle, do 2 chain stitches, then 6 single crochets into the second chain. Join the first and last single crochets with a slip stitch. Use the large, chunky crochet hooks meant for t-shirt yarn. For this method, the last slip stitch does not count as a stitch. Do a single crochet increase in each stitch. Begin round 2 with a chain stitch. Next, do 2 single crochets in each stitch. Join the first and last stitches together with a slip stitch. Do a single crochet increase in every other stitch. Begin round 3 with a chain stitch. Do 2 single crochets in the first stitch, and 1 single crochet in the next. Repeat this pattern for the rest of the round. Join with a slip stitch. Continue making rounds with increasing stitches until you get your rug size. Always begin your rounds with a chain stitch. Follow up with 2 single crochets in the first stitch. Next, increase the number of single crochets with each round. Close each round with a slip stitch. For example: Round 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in first stitch, 1 sc for next 2 stitches, repeat for round, then join with sl st. Round 5: Ch 1, 2 sc in first stitch, 1 sc for next 3 stitches, repeat for round, then join with sl st. Round 6: Ch 1, 2 sc in first stitch, 1 sc for next 4 stitches, repeat for round, then join with sl st. Finish your rug with a single crochet in every stitch. Begin with a chain stitch. Do 1 single crochet into every stitch. Join the first and last single crochets with a slip stitch. Do a final chain stitch, then tie the end off. Cut off any excess fabric yarn. Weave the tail ends of the fabric into the rug. It would be easiest to do this with a smaller crochet hook. Weave in the tail on the outer edge of the rug first, then do the center.	Get a non-slip, rubber rug mat. Cut the mat down to the desired size. Cut your fabric into thin strips. Pull a fabric strip through two of the holes in the mat. Tie the two ends of the strip together, if desired. Repeat the process for the rest of the holes and strips until the rug is filled. Choose fabric to use as your base and as your scraps. Draw parallel guidelines on your base fabric, then set it aside. Cut your scrap fabric into small, skinny rectangles. Lay down the first few fabric scraps across the first parallel line. Sew the scraps down using your sewing machine. Add a few more scraps and continue sewing. Fold the scraps to the side to reveal the next parallel line. Sew down the next row of scraps using the same method as before. Finish the rug. Cut your fabric into strips. Knot three strips together at the top. Braid the strips together tightly. Join two strips together, as needed. Continue braiding until you get the size you want, then secure the end with a pin. Fold the end of the braid onto itself and stitch it down. Sew the rug into a spiral. Finish the rug by tucking and sewing the end down. Cut a piece of cardboard into a rectangle to use as a base. Cut evenly-spaced slits into the narrow edges of the cardboard. Cut your fabric into strips. Insert both ends of your strips into each slit on the loom. Wrap a piece of tape around a new strip, and begin to weave it. Weave your way back to the left side. Continue weaving back and forth, joining strips as needed. Tie the ends of the weaving strips to the fringe when you are done. Cut the fringes. Remove the rug from the loom. Cut your fabric into 1-inch (2.54-centimeter) strips. Join the fabric strips together. Create a magic circle with 6 single crochets inside of it. Do a single crochet increase in each stitch. Do a single crochet increase in every other stitch. Continue making rounds with increasing stitches until you get your rug size. Finish your rug with a single crochet in every stitch. Weave the tail ends of the fabric into the rug.
https://www.wikihow.com/Draft-a-Purchase-and-Sale-Agreement	How to Draft a Purchase and Sale Agreement	To draft a purchase and sale agreement, start by identifying the purchaser and seller by name and include a description of the property being sold. Also, be sure to explain what closing costs, such as loans or fees, will be paid by the buyer and which will be paid by the seller. In the body of the document, lay the terms of the sale agreement, including any circumstances that would make the agreement void. To end the document, state a deadline for the buyer to accept and close the sale. Then, have your document looked at by a qualified real estate attorney to look for any errors or missing elements.	Format the document. You should type up the purchase and sale agreement so that it is legible. You don't want the other side to claim that you hid information using small fonts, so set the font to a readable size and style. Times New Roman 12 point works for many people. If you are going to use your sale and purchase agreement more than once, then set it up as a template. Include blank lines for information that will change from contract to contract, such as the name of the purchaser and the purchase price. Insert a title. At the top of the page, you should center the title between the left- and right-hand margins. Title your document something like “Purchase and Sale Agreement” or “Agreement to Purchase Real Estate.” Identify the parties to the sale. You need to identify the purchaser and the seller at the start of your agreement. You could include blank lines for their names or insert a brief paragraph like the following: “[Insert the name of purchaser] ('Purchaser'), offers and agrees to purchase from [insert the name of seller] ('Seller'), upon the terms and conditions set forth herein, the property legally described as [insert legal description].” Add the legal description of property. You need to accurately describe the property in your agreement, so find the legal description of property, which is on the deed. You can get a copy of the deed at your county's Recorder of Deeds office. See Get a Legal Description of Property for more information. State the purchase price. You can write: “The purchase price shall be [insert price]. After earnest money is credited, the remaining balance shall be paid by Purchaser at closing.” Identify any earnest money deposited. Earnest money is a form of security deposit. It is how you show the seller that you are serious about buying the property. Without depositing earnest money, a potential buyer could claim to be interested in any number of homes, effectively removing them from the market. You should include a clause describing the amount of earnest money to be deposited and the deadline for depositing it. Sample language could read: “Earnest money in the amount of [insert amount] shall be paid to the Escrow Agent, [insert the name of agent and the address], in the form of check or money order. Purchaser shall deliver payment to Escrow Agent no later than 5:30 pm, five (5) calendar days after Seller's acceptance of this agreement.” You should also clarify that the earnest money will be credited to the purchase price. Describe the financing. You need to identify the purchaser's source of financing and ask for proof that they qualify for the financing. Generally, sufficient proof will be a letter from the purchaser's bank or lender. For example, if the buyer is using cash, then include the following: “This is a cash offer. The balance of the purchase price will be paid at closing by certified check.” You can also ask that the purchaser include a verification letter stating that funds are available. If the purchaser is getting a loan, then identify the loan type (e.g., VA, FHA, conventional, etc.) Also ask for a letter about the loan status and give a deadline for receiving the letter. List items included in the sale. A home may come with personal property inside or “fixtures.” Fixtures are improvements made on the property that cannot be removed, such as bookshelves installed in the wall or a fireplace. You should identify any fixtures or items that will be sold with the property, such as: wall-to-wall carpeting attached light fixtures and bulbs attached mirrors heating and cooling equipment plumbing fixtures ceiling fans doors windows, screens, and storm windows built-in kitchen appliances security systems window treatments awnings fencing Identify items not included in the sale. If there is anything the seller is taking with them, then be sure to list it in the purchase and sale agreement. For example, you might want to take your kitchen appliances with you. If so, be sure to list them. Also identify any leased items in the house. The purchaser needs to know that you don't own them. State whether the sale is conditioned on the buyer selling their home. This is an important provision. It is often unrealistic to expect someone to purchase a home if they can't sell their current home. By including this provision, the purchaser can get out of the purchase if they can't sell their home. Alternately, the offer might not be contingent on the buyer selling their home. Either way, explain the situation: “This offer is contingent upon the sale and close of Purchaser's property located at [insert location] within [insert number] days.” “This offer is not contingent upon the sale or close of property owned by Purchaser.” State what closing costs the seller must pay. Generally, the seller needs to pay any existing loans or liens. Also, the seller pays real estate commissions, title insurance policy with the buyer to receive benefit, and the balance on any leased items that remain on the property. The seller shall also transfer any existing rental or lease deposits to the purchaser at closing. Explain what closing costs the buyer must pay. The buyer can pay the deed and deed of trust recording fees, association transfer fees, transfer taxes, insurance (hazard and other), purchaser's settlement fees, and its own loan expenses. Explain who pays the taxes. The house might sell in the middle of the tax year. Accordingly, you might want to prorate the taxes. You should explain whether taxes will be prorated and what the proration will be based on. For example, you can base the proration on the previous year's taxes, an agreed upon amount, or the most current county information. Warn the buyer to get an Inspection. An inspection is a standard part of any home purchase. You should include a clause where the purchaser acknowledges that he or she has been advised to have the home inspected. Sample language could read: “Purchaser acknowledges that it has been recommended that Purchaser hire, at Purchaser's own expense, the services of a professional inspector to inspect the property.” You can then include a space for the purchaser to initial. State whether the sale is contingent on an inspection. Sometimes the purchaser will want the added protection of getting an inspection before finalizing the agreement. If so, you should state that the sale is contingent on the property inspection. You could write, “This offer is contingent upon Purchaser, at Purchaser's expense, obtaining a property inspection and reports. The inspection may include the structural, mechanical, pest, and physical conditions relating to the property. Written notice shall be provided to Seller or Seller's agent within five business days of acceptance of this agreement.” The purchaser may also waive the inspection. If so, include a line for the purchaser to initial their agreement to waive inspection. Identify options if the inspection is unsatisfactory. You might get back a bad inspection report. In this situation, the purchaser might not to want to go through with the sale as is. Accordingly, you should explain options that each side can take: The purchaser could accept the condition. The seller could correct the condition and provide an inspector's certification that the condition has been corrected. The purchaser and seller will negotiate a settlement. The seller does nothing and the agreement becomes null and void within a certain number of days after the seller receives the inspection reports. Recommend that the purchaser get a survey. You can include a provision where the buyer acknowledges that he or she has been advised to have a survey performed. If the purchaser decides to waive a survey, then you can include that information. Ask the purchaser to place their initials beside any waiver. List the seller's representations. A “representation” is a statement of fact which the seller warrants is true at the time of contracting. If the fact turns out to be false, then the buyer can usually cancel the contract or sue. You should list the seller's representations. The following are typical representations: there are no violations of zoning, fire, or building codes the building is not in a floodplain or a Special Flood Hazard Area there are no boundary line disputes there are no violations of setback lines, easements, or property boundary lines Describe the deed conveyed. Generally, the seller will transfer a general warranty deed to the purchaser. With a warranty deed, the seller is basically promising that they are the rightful owner of the property and that they have the right to transfer title. They also warrant that no one has a better claim to title. If these promises are false, then the buyer can sue for compensation. Sample language could read: “Seller will convey to Purchaser good and marketable title by a valid general warranty deed.” Describe how “risk of loss” passes. The building might burn down between the date you sign a contract and the date you actually close. Who bears the risk? With a risk of loss provision, you can explain who bears the risk of an accident. A sample clause could read: “Seller is responsible for any loss or damage to the property before closing.” Include a dispute resolution clause. If there is a dispute between the two parties, then they may end up in court. However, you can also choose ahead of time to resolve your dispute using mediation. You should include an agreement to mediate in the purchase and sale agreement. Sample language could read: “Any dispute arising out of, or relating to, this agreement will be submitted to a private mediation service. Any cost of mediation will be shared equally between Seller and Purchaser.” Identify the time for acceptance and closing. The offer to sell doesn't last indefinitely. Instead, there is usually a deadline for acceptance. There is also a deadline for closing. You should include these dates in your purchase and sale agreement. For example, you could write: “This offer is void if not accepted by Seller in writing on or before [insert time and date]. Closing of the sale shall take place [insert number of days] after Purchaser's receipt of an abstract showing marketable title in Seller or title insurance binder showing insurable title in Seller. This offer is made at [location] this [insert date].” Insert a signature line for the purchaser beneath this statement. Add the acceptance by seller. You also need a provision where the seller explicitly states that it agrees to the contract. If the seller needs to pay a brokerage fee, then include that information here. Sample language could read: “The foregoing offer to purchase real estate is hereby accepted in accordance with the terms and conditions specified above. The undersigned hereby agrees to pay a brokerage fee of [insert fee amount] to [insert name of the broker] in accordance with the existing listing contract.” Then insert the date and a line for the seller's signature. Show your draft agreement to an attorney. This article describes a basic purchase and sale agreement. Your needs may vary. To understand if anything is missing, you should show your draft to a qualified real estate attorney. You can find a real estate attorney by contacting your local or state bar association and getting a referral. Once you have the name of someone, call and schedule a meeting. Ask ahead of time how much the attorney charges.	Format the document. Insert a title. Identify the parties to the sale. Add the legal description of property. State the purchase price. Identify any earnest money deposited. Describe the financing. List items included in the sale. Identify items not included in the sale. State whether the sale is conditioned on the buyer selling their home. State what closing costs the seller must pay. Explain what closing costs the buyer must pay. Explain who pays the taxes. Warn the buyer to get an Inspection. State whether the sale is contingent on an inspection. Identify options if the inspection is unsatisfactory. Recommend that the purchaser get a survey. List the seller's representations. Describe the deed conveyed. Describe how “risk of loss” passes. Include a dispute resolution clause. Identify the time for acceptance and closing. Add the acceptance by seller. Show your draft agreement to an attorney.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Changes-to-a-Western-Union-Money-Transfer	How to Make Changes to a Western Union Money Transfer	To make changes to your Western Union money transfer, try using the “Contact Us” section on Western Union's website. Select the “Chat with us” option, then provide your personal information to the customer care agent. Once your identity has been verified, you can ask them about making changes to your transfer. Alternatively, you can make changes by phone. Click the “Call us” option on Western Union's website to get the correct phone number. After you call, verify your personal identity with the agent. Then, you can request changes to your money transfer. Remember to call from the same number you used to set up the transfer, otherwise Western Union won't be able to process your request by phone.	Open the Western Union website. This site will provide you with the most up to date information concerning your money transfer. You will want to go here to chat with a Customer Care representative. They will have the authority to make the changes you need or provide alternative instructions where necessary. Click "Contact Us" at the very bottom of the webpage. Most web pages have a series of links at the bottom of the page such as "About us" or "Careers". Within this series of links (almost like fine print) you will find a "Contact us" link. This link will provide you with the most up to date methods of contacting Western Union. If you are using a cell phone or tablet the webpage may be different. If you cannot find a "Contact us" link, try viewing the full version of the website on a desktop. You may see a link at the bottom reading "View full site". Click "Chat with us" in the middle of the page. This will open up another window in which a text chat will begin. A Customer Care representative will be with you after you provide the required information. They will want to help you as quickly as possible. Be ready to give them any pertinent information. Sometimes the chat will open but not show up. Try viewing other tabs or open windows to find the chat window if it does not show up immediately. Chat is only available during certain times of the day. You may need to try again at a different time of the day if you find the "Chat with us" link is unavailable or inoperative. Enter the requested information into the form. This is usually your name and email address. You may also need to tell them why you are contacting them. This will help get you to the right Customer Care agent. Agents are trained with different specialities. Make sure you choose the right reason for your chat. If for whatever reason you make an incorrect decision here, you may be able to correct it during the chat. Even if you choose the wrong reason, the chat agent will tell you which choice is appropriate for your visit. They may even transfer you if you ask. Provide any verification information to the Customer Care representative. Most likely they will want to know your full name, email address, telephone number, recipient's name, and the Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN). Most of this will already be on your receipt or copy of the transfer form. Request changes to the money transfer as needed. After authenticating your identity, you may ask them to change your money transfer request. Certain elements may not be changed depending on their security protocols. You may need to ask for a refund and create a new money transfer. Contact the recipient of the money transfer. Let them know changes are being made. These changes may tie up the money transfer for a short time while systems are updated. Open the Western Union website. This site will provide you with the most up to date information concerning your money transfer. You will want to go here to chat with a Customer Care representative. They will have the authority to make the changes you need or provide alternative instructions where necessary. Click "Contact Us" at the very bottom of the webpage. Most web pages have a series of links at the bottom of the page such as "About us" or "Careers". Within this series of links (almost like fine print) you will find a "Contact us" link. This link will provide you with the most up to date methods of contacting Western Union. If you are using a cell phone or tablet the webpage may be different. If you cannot find a "Contact us" link, try viewing the full version of the website on a desktop. You may see a link at the bottom reading "View full site". Click "Call us" on the right side of the page. This will provide you with the most appropriate phone number to call. When you call, you will be able to speak with a Customer Care agent in your area. There may be a queue and you may need to wait for an available representative. Be sure to have everything you used to process your money transfer and the receipt. This will speed up processing the request. If the phone number looks odd, it may not be appropriate for your country. You may need to check that the Western Union website is the website the company uses for your country by inspecting the internet address (e.g., in the UK, ".com" is replaced by ".co.uk"). Call the number listed from the phone number you used on the money transfer. You must call from the same phone number used to register the transfer. This is a security feature. If you do not remember the number, refer back to your receipt. If you no longer have access to that number, you will not be able to update your money transfer over the phone. You will have to do so in person. Provide any verification information to the Customer Care representative. Most likely they will want to know your full name, email address, telephone number, recipient's name, and the Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN). Most of this will already be on your receipt or copy of the transfer form. Request changes to the money transfer as needed. After authenticating your identity, you may ask them to change your money transfer request. Certain elements may not be changed depending on their security protocols. You may need to ask for a refund and create a new money transfer. If they are not accepting money transfer requests over the phone, you may need to go online or to a local agency to complete the request. Contact the recipient of the money transfer. Let them know changes are being made. These changes may tie up the money transfer for a short time while systems are updated. Go back to the Western Union agency the transfer originated from. If you do not remember where this was, look at your receipt. There should be an address on the receipt for reference. With this you can find the agency the transfer originated from. If the agency is closed, you will need to come back another time. You may consider calling Western Union by phone or via internet chat instead. If you have all of your documentation, you may be able to go to a different location to process your changes. At the top of the Western Union webpage is a link to "Find Location". Use this link to find out if an alternate location is available to your. Bring your receipt and identification with you. You want to bring everything you need to verify your identity. This will include basically everything you used when you first setup the money transfer. You will also need your receipt and any carbon copy forms. These will include all information pertinent to the request. Wait in line to meet a Customer Care representative. There is no "quick" line for money transfer changes. In fact, money transfer changes can be more involved than an initial money transfer order. This means that you will need to account for the time waiting in line when you decide when you will want to update your money transfer. Show your receipt and all verification information to the representative. When a Customer Care representative is ready to assist you be sure to have all documentation ready. If you left it in the car--or worse, on the bus--you will need to retrieve your documentation and come back. You may even be moved to the back of the line. Have all documentation ready including your identification, telephone number, and receipt ready to hand to the representative. Request changes to the money transfer as needed. After authenticating your identity, you may ask them to change your money transfer request. Certain elements may not be changed depending on their security protocols. You may need to ask for a refund and create a new money transfer. Contact the recipient of the money transfer. Let them know changes are being made. These changes may tie up the money transfer for a short time while systems are updated.	Open the Western Union website. Click "Contact Us" at the very bottom of the webpage. Click "Chat with us" in the middle of the page. Enter the requested information into the form. Provide any verification information to the Customer Care representative. Request changes to the money transfer as needed. Open the Western Union website. Click "Contact Us" at the very bottom of the webpage. Click "Call us" on the right side of the page. Call the number listed from the phone number you used on the money transfer. Provide any verification information to the Customer Care representative. Request changes to the money transfer as needed. Go back to the Western Union agency the transfer originated from. Bring your receipt and identification with you. Wait in line to meet a Customer Care representative. Show your receipt and all verification information to the representative. Request changes to the money transfer as needed.
https://www.wikihow.com/Compliment-People	How to Compliment People	If you want to compliment someone, think of something that you genuinely like about that person. Be as specific as possible and try to look the person in the eye when you compliment them so they'll know you're being sincere. Your compliment could be something about their character, or it could be more casual, like what they're wearing or the way they've styled their hair. For instance, you might say, “Your new sweater is so cute! I love that color on you.” or “You're always really kind, and that means a lot to me.”	Be genuine. When you say compliments that you don't mean, people can almost always tell. If you really mean the thing you say, they'll be much more likely to believe you and feel good about what you say. Try to look someone in the eye when you compliment them. This helps show that you mean what you're saying. Being specific in your compliment will also make that compliment sound more genuine. For example, saying "That sweater looks nice on you" isn't nearly as nice sounding as "Your eyes just sparkle when you wear that color". Be respectful. Make sure what you're saying to someone isn't offensive, even if you "mean it to be a compliment". If your compliment is based on their race or their physical appearance, you're venturing into dangerous territory. If your compliment comes with a qualifier (ex. "You look nice for a..."), you probably should just keep it to yourself. For example, telling a woman that she looks so pretty when she wears makeup (which implies that she isn't pretty normally). Another example would be racist compliments, such as saying that a guy is "smart for a black dude". Time compliments carefully. There are some compliments which are inappropriate in certain situations. Make sure you look at the context of what's going on before you compliment someone. For example, complimenting a female coworker on her appearance after she's just given a presentation is demeaning and belittles the hard work she just put in. If you're complimenting someone on doing something very well, such as preparing a meal or giving a great presentation, you should try to do it at the time, in front of everyone else. Having witnesses validates the compliment and gives the receiver a feeling of respect. Don't make it about you. Don't turn a compliment towards someone into a conversation about you. This makes you seem self-centered, and like you only complimented them to fish compliments for yourself or make the conversation about you. For example, don't say something like "You did such a good job with that thing last week. I couldn't have done that. I'm rubbish at it." Let it come in the moment. The best way to ensure that you sound genuine is to compliment someone when the positive thought comes to you. Basically: speak your mind! If you want to say something nice to someone, just do it instead of planning it out. Focus on things they control. When you're complimenting someone, it's best to focus on complimenting things that are under their control (such as their personality, their accomplishments, etc.). This will help them to feel secure in that positive feedback, rather than creating worry that they might lose the thing that other people find valuable. For example: "I love how you interact with little kids. You're so patient!" or "You did a great job on that poster! I just can't stop looking at it!" Focus the compliment on them. You want to actually compliment them, not some inanimate object. For example,"You look fabulous in that sweater!" is better than, "I like how that sweater looks on you." Look for things that they value. If you're trying to come up with something to compliment someone on, try to look at the things that you know they value. Look back on your interactions with them and think about things they talked about, or just pay more attention to this in the future. For example, if you notice your girlfriend looking sadly at another girl's clothes and saying that she wished she could dress like that, tell her how much you love how she dresses and that you didn't even notice the other girl. Look for things that they struggle with. Another indicator you can look at is what someone struggles with. If they're trying to lose weight, praise their hard work and determination (but not the loss of weight itself). If they put a ton of effort into a report, praise them for the quality. Compliment a stranger. Avoid overly familiar compliments, like compliments about their sexual characteristics. Compliment things they obviously take pride in, such as a very nice coat, a well-kept car, or a hand-made accessory. Compliment their actions or something you witness, such as after you see them be very nice to a cashier. This removes most of the creep factor. Example: "Thank you for being so kind with that man. It's hard to be patient in that situation. I'm really impressed with how you handled it." Compliment a romantic interest. Don't compliment expecting anything in return. Just because you're nice to someone doesn't mean they owe you anything. They don't even owe it to you to be flattered by the compliment. Compliment them with your actions. In romance, doing something nice for someone can often be more effective than saying something nice to someone. Sometimes, just telling them how attractive you find them is enough. Especially if they're already dating you. Example: "I love it when you smile. It just lights up the whole room." Compliment a coworker. Keep it appropriate. Awkward work compliments can bring on all sorts of trouble. Use the grandma test: if you wouldn't say it to your grandmother, don't say it to your coworker. Shoot for compliments on their work. This can also help avoid awkwardness. Compliment them to or in front of your boss. This shows not only how much you mean it but that you think they are worthy of even higher commendation. Example: "Hey, Mr. Banks, did you see how Sally handled that last customer? You would have been so proud. Some of the best customer service I've ever seen."	Be genuine. Be respectful. Time compliments carefully. Don't make it about you. Let it come in the moment. Focus on things they control. Focus the compliment on them. Look for things that they value. Look for things that they struggle with. Compliment a stranger. Compliment a romantic interest. Compliment a coworker.
https://www.wikihow.com/Do-a-Backward-Roll	How to Do a Backward Roll	With a little bit of practice, you can learn how to do a backward roll. Start in a squat position. Hold your hands close to your body with your palms facing up toward the ceiling at shoulder height. Next, tuck your chin into your chest and roll back on your heels. As you roll backward, keep your knees tucked into your chest. Shift your weight from your lower back to your upper back and hands. Then, straighten your arms to help lift up your hips. This will roll your body over your head, helping you land on your feet.	Try rocking back. Start in a squat position. Hold your hands close to the body with the palms flat towards the ceiling. They should be shoulder height. Drop your butt down like you are sitting. Roll back while lifting your legs straight. That should put the pressure on your hands and your shoulders. Roll forward again. As you get used to the exercise, start pushing with your hands to lift yourself off the floor a little bit. You are working yourself up to being able to push yourself over without hurting your neck. Try putting the mats in a V. One way you can learn to master the backward roll is to set up your mat in a V shape. This helps you to protect your neck and learn how to roll in a straight line. To do a backward roll, you need enough abdominal strength to lift your legs and hips over your head. You also need enough arm strength to push your body over and protect your neck. Use a wedge. One way to learn the basic movement of a backward roll is to use a wedge. Sit on the higher end of a wedge. Hold your hands close to your body. Face the palms flat towards the ceiling. Tuck the chin. Roll backwards down the wedge. Reach for the mat while keeping your hands close to your shoulders. Kick your toes over your head to roll yourself. Land on your feet. Use a spotter. If you are still unable to complete the roll, ask someone to spot you. The spotter stands to your side. As you roll back into your backward roll, the spotter will grab your hips. They lift your hips as they help guide your body over while keeping the pressure off your neck. Spotters help you learn correct hand placement. They also can help you build enough arm strength to push yourself off the ground. Start in a squat position. Start with your knees together and your back straight. Your thighs should be parallel to the floor. Hold your hands out in front of you if you need help balancing. As you begin master the backward roll, start trying to begin in a standing position. Hold your palms facing the ceiling. Bend your arms close to your body. Place your palms facing towards the ceiling just above your shoulders. Tuck your chin to your chest like you are looking at your bellybutton. This is called having "pizza hands." Your hands are flat like you are carrying two pizzas in them. Drop your butt. From the squat position, drop your butt down by bending your legs. Push back with your heels. You'll start to roll onto your back. Another way to think about dropping down is to treat it like you are sitting down. Make sure that your back is rounded as you fall back onto it. Keep your legs together. Don't let them separate. Push with your hands and shoulders. As you roll backwards, keep your knees tucked to your chest. Roll quickly enough so that you get some momentum. Your weight needs to shift from your lower back to your upper back then to your hands. As the knees and legs start to go over your head, push with your arms and shoulders. Drive the backward roll by moving your toes over your head, not by throwing your neck and head backwards. You should engage your hands and arms when your body rolls towards your neck. You always want to protect the neck and head. If you've kept your hands in the flat position, they should easily make contact with the floor so you can push yourself over. Your hands will be flat against the floor while your elbows will be pointing towards the ceiling. Straighten your arms. As you straighten your arms, your hips will start to lift up. This will roll your body over your head. Land on your feet. If you land on your knees, try tucking yourself into a tighter ball.	Try rocking back. Try putting the mats in a V. Use a wedge. Use a spotter. Start in a squat position. Hold your palms facing the ceiling. Drop your butt. Push with your hands and shoulders. Straighten your arms.
https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-Wallpaper	How to Clean Wallpaper	If you need to clean vinyl of vinyl-coated wallpaper, mix about 2 tbsp of mild, clear dish soap into a bucket of warm water. Dip a soft cloth or sponge into the soapy water, wring out excess water, and gently wipe the surface of the wallpaper in a circular motion from top to bottom. After you clean one section, wipe down that same section with a new cloth dipped in plain water. If your wallpaper is plain paper, dust it regularly with a dry sponge and spot-clean it when necessary, but avoid getting it wet.	Determine your wallpaper type. Figure out what kind of wallpaper you have on your walls. Vinyl wallpaper is not difficult to clean. Coated fabric wallpaper is sometimes covered with an acrylic or vinyl covering that is easily washable. Plain paper wallpaper should not get wet. If possible, you should spot-clean it. You can scrub vinyl wallpaper, but you need to make sure that you don't clean with anything abrasive. You wouldn't want to use a rough sponge, for example. Clean walls that don't have protective coating with a dry sponge. A dry sponge, which contains no moisture, gently gets rid of the dirt on your wallpaper. Clean the wallpaper. Mix a small amount of dish soap, about two table spoons worth, with warm water in a bucket. Use clear soap to avoid staining the wallpaper with colored detergent. Dip a soft cloth or sponge in the cleaning solution. Wring out the excess cleaner into the bucket. Test the cleaning solution by dabbing a bit of it on an inconspicuous area. If it doesn't damage the wallpaper, start the cleaning process. Wipe the surface from the top to the bottom. Clean in the direction of the vertical seams. Clean one section at a time in a circular motion. Don't overuse soap. Using a large amount of soap will make dirt stick to walls. You may not want to use scrubbing pads because they are usually too harsh for wallpaper Testing the cleaning solution in a small, hidden area prevents you from damaging the entire wall in case the cleaner turns out to be destructive. The surface near the baseboards is rarely noticeable to others, and is a good spot to test. Rinse and dry the wallpaper. This is where the second bucket comes in. Using the water from that bucket and a new cloth, rinse each section with clean water. Don't use too much water; you don't want to end up with damp walls. With a terry-cloth towel, dry the surface immediately after to prevent the wallpaper from soaking up too much moisture and tearing. Use a vacuum cleaner. The most efficient method for removing dust from your walls is vacuuming. Attach a wall brush extension to your vacuum before you start. Depending on the length of your extension, you may want to use a ladder to reach the higher spots of your wall. This extension will keep you from scratching your walls. Begin at the top of the wall and do a few sections at a time. Gently brush until you have completed the entire wall. As long as you don't rub your vacuum on the wallpaper, you can generally use the vacuum on fabric wallpaper. Dust with a broom. Find a cloth, preferably a micro fiber dusting cloth, and put it over a broom. Swipe the broom over the wall from left to right. This method will help you reach the dusty corners of your walls. Move the broom, clearing dust as you go, from the top of the wall to the bottom. You want to make sure that you leave no surface untouched. If dust builds up on the floor, sweep it up. Dust with a cloth. Wipe the walls directly with it. If your walls are high, you may want to get a step ladder in order to reach the corners. Start at the top and clear off the dust that you see. As you move down, make sure that your cloth has not become too dirty. A dirty cloth will smudge your walls. Remove crayon marks. Use a putty knife and scrape away the excess crayon. Any loose bits that stick out should be ripped away. Once the surface is cleared, place paper towels over the stain. Now, press an iron set to its lowest heat on top of the stain. Wait for a minute, until the residual crayon seeps into the towels. Remove the towels and the stain should come off. If you have washable wallpaper, then you should spray a washcloth with the solution you used to clean the walls. Then, gently wipe the stains until they disappear. Remove finger prints. Find an art gum eraser. With this eraser, gently rub at the wall. The eraser should absorb the oil and dirt left by fingerprints. If you have vinyl wallpaper, you can use soap and water to wash these prints away. Create a dish soap and water solution in a bowl. Put a cloth into the bowl to wet it. Then, use the cloth to wash the prints off the wall. You can use a piece of bread to clear the wall. Take a piece of bread and leave it on the prints for a minute. Then, remove the bread from the wall. The gluten in the bread should remove the stains from the wallpaper. Remove grease spots. First, place paper towels over stains. Run a iron on a low heat setting over the paper towels. The grease should seep into the paper towels. Remove the towels to dislodge the stains. Talcum powder can also work. Pour talcum powder on a washcloth. Apply talcum powder onto the wall with the cloth. Let the powder sit for 10 minutes. Remove the powder from the wall with a dry sponge or brush. Remove red wine stains. Wet a rag with dish soap and peroxide. Using the rag, apply this combination to the wall. The combination should stick to stain. Leave it there for five minutes. Use a damp towel to wipe off the stain, then dry the area with a paper towel. If this does not work, then you can attempt to get rid of the stain with sodium percarbonate cleaner that will whiten the spot. Dip a rag into this cleaner and then put it on the stain for four to six minutes. Then remove the rag, the stain should be gone. With a wet clean cloth or towel, clear the spot. Dry the spot afterwards by patting at it with a dry cloth.	Determine your wallpaper type. Clean the wallpaper. Rinse and dry the wallpaper. Use a vacuum cleaner. Dust with a broom. Dust with a cloth. Remove crayon marks. Remove finger prints. Remove grease spots. Remove red wine stains.
https://www.wikihow.com/Cure-a-Viral-Infection-with-Home-Remedies	How to Cure a Viral Infection with Home Remedies	To cure a viral infection with home remedies, try eating foods that are known to help fight infection. For example, foods high in Vitamin C, like berries, watermelon, and oranges, can fight infections and lower fevers. Foods high in zinc can also help to fight colds, like beef, chicken, yogurt, and beans. Try drinking an herbal tea, like chamomile, licorice leaf, or echinacea. In addition to eating a healthy diet, make sure you get plenty of rest and drink lots of water to give your body the energy it needs to recover. Another way to treat your infection is to inhale steam, which can help soothe your sinuses. Just fill a bowl with boiling water, drape a towel over your head, and lean over the bowl. You can also add a few drops of an essential oil to the water to make it more effective.	Let the fever do its work. It is not well appreciated by most, but fevers are one of the body's main defenses against infections. Let a fever run as long as possible without too much discomfort. Fever is most often a symptom of an infection but can also be caused by inflammatory conditions, thyroid disease, cancer, vaccines and some drugs. Temperature is regulated by a small gland located in the center of the brain, the hypothalamus. The thyroid gland also plays a role in body temperature. Body temperature can vary throughout the day, but a normal temperature is considered 98.6 degrees F or 37 degrees C. During an infection, the infecting agent (bacteria, virus) produce temperature-increasing substances called pyrogens. Some pyrogens are also induced by the immune system. These pyrogens tell the hypothalamus to increase body temperature. This in turn, stimulates the immune system to be more effective at fighting off an infection. Higher body temperature is believed to kill off infectious agents as well. , For adults, most fevers are not dangerous and you can let the fever “run its course”. If the fever is sustained at over 103 degrees F (39.4 degrees C) or higher for more than 12 to 24 hours, consider calling a physician. Be cautious about higher fevers. While you can allow a fever to run its course, there are limits to how high you should let a fever go: For infants younger than four months old with a rectal temperature of 100.4 degrees F (38 degrees C) or higher, immediately call your physician for advice. For children of any age, if their rectal temperature is 104 degrees F (40 degrees C) or higher, immediately call your physician for advice. Any child six months or older with a fever of 103 degrees F (39.4 degrees C) by measuring on the forehead, ear or armpit, should also be seen. Seek immediate medical care if fever is experienced with severe symptoms. It is recommended that if your child has any fever along with any of the following symptoms, call your doctor (or emergency services) as soon as possible: Looks sick or has no appetite Is very fussy Is drowsy Has obvious signs of infection (pus, discharge, streaky rashes) Has a seizure Has a sore throat, a rash, a headache, a stiff neck, an earache In very young infants, if the soft area on the top of baby's skull is bulging Take a lukewarm bath. Start off by drawing a lukewarm bath. Have the person with a fever get in and relax while the temperature of the water slowly drops. Because the temperature of the water drops slowly, the person cools down slowly as well. You don't want the water too cool because you don't want to drop the body temperature too fast. Wear wet socks. This treatment is a traditional naturopathic approach. The theory is that cold feet stimulate an increase in circulation and an increased response from the immune system. The result is that the body expends heat and ends up drying the socks and cooling the body. This treatment can relieve chest congestion as well. The wool socks, by the way, serve as insulation. This method works best overnight. Use a pair of cotton socks long enough to cover the ankles. They should be pure cotton because cotton absorbs a lot of water. Thoroughly wet the socks in cold running tap water. Wring out all excess water and put the socks on. Cover these cotton socks with wool socks. The wool socks should be pure wool because this supplies excellent insulation. The person wearing the socks should be covered with a blanket and rest in bed for the rest of the night. Most kids will be pretty cooperative because they should begin to feel cooler within a few short minutes. Cool the head, neck, ankles and the wrists. Take one or two hand towels and fold along the longer axis. Soak the towels in either very cold water, or, if desired, ice water. Wring out the excess water and wrap the towel around your head, around your neck, around your ankles or around your wrists. Don't use the towels over more than two areas. That is, use the towel around your head and your ankles OR around your neck and your wrists. Otherwise, you may cool down TOO much. The cool or cold towels draw heat out of the body and can lower the body temperature. Repeat when the towel is dry or not cool enough anymore to give relief. This can be repeated as often as needed. Get plenty of rest. While it is not always easy, getting rest and staying restful is important in getting over a viral infection. Your body's immune system is trying to do the necessary work. It can't do this successfully if you are using energy for work, school or taking care of someone else. So, stay home from work, keep children home from school and keep your activity level low and as easy as you can. Feed your body with light foods. You probably have heard the phrase “Feed a cold, starve a fever” A recent article in Scientific American agrees -- except you don't really want to go so far as to “starve” the fever-- you just don't want to waste the body's energy with digestion when that energy should be used to control the infection. Try chicken broth or chicken soup with just some rice and some vegetables. , Focus on fresh fruit rich in vitamin C. Eat plenty of fresh fruit such as berries, watermelon, oranges and cantaloupe. These fruit are also rich in vitamin C, which can help fight infections and lower fevers. Eat yogurt. Try either plain or flavored yogurt that contains “active cultures” of bacteria. These intestinal bacteria have been shown to be essential for a functional immune system. Include protein in your meal. Make sure you include a good and easily digested source of protein such as scrambled eggs or chicken. For example, you can add a few pieces of meat to your chicken broth. Avoid heavy and fried foods. Avoid foods that are heavy, fatty or oily like barbecued or fried foods. Avoid spicy foods like chicken wings, pepperoni, or sausages too. These are too hard on your system when you're ill. Try the BRAT diet. The BRAT diet is often recommended, especially after a stomach virus. This consists of gentle and easy-to-digest foods, including: B ananas R ice A pplesauce T oast (whole grain). Eat foods rich in zinc. Zinc has been shown to reduce the length of time one has a cold. Food sources of zinc include seafood (oysters, king crab, lobster), beef, chicken (dark meat), yogurt, beans and nuts (cashews, almonds). Drink plenty of water. Fever can lead to dehydration and you want to make sure you avoid this. It will only make you feel worse. Kids (and you) might enjoy frozen popsicles as well, but you do want to avoid too much sugar. Try making popsicles from herbal teas such as chamomile or elderberry. Frozen Italian ices or frozen yogurt or sherbet may be good choices as well. But don't forget plain water! Try an oral rehydration solution such as Pedialyte or CeraLyte. You may want to consider using an oral rehydration solution for young children like CeraLyte, Pedialyte. Call your physician before you do, and ask their advice. Be prepared with a list of symptoms and about how much your child has been eating, drinking and how high their fever has been. Also keep track of how often you have to change diapers or, for an older child, how often they have to urinate. Keep breastfeeding your baby. If your baby is suffering from a viral infection, it's a good idea to continue breastfeeding as much as possible. This provides food, water and comfort to your baby. Monitor for signs of dehydration. Call your physician for advice even if you are just seeing the signs of mild dehydration, especially in babies. These can progress to more serious dehydration pretty quickly. Some symptoms of mild dehydration include: Dry, sticky mouth. In a baby, look for dry lips or crustiness around the lips/eyes. Also look for “lip-smacking” behavior. More sleepiness, fussiness or tiredness than usual. Thirst: This is hard to tell in a small infant, but the “lip smacking” behavior or pursing her lips as if she is feeding may be a clue. Decreased urine output: Check an infant's diapers. They should need to be changed at least every three hours. If the diaper is dry after 3 hours, this may indicate some dehydration. Keep pushing fluids and check after another hour. If the diaper is still dry, call your physician. Check the color of urine. The darker the urine, the more dehydrated the baby or child may be. Constipation: Check for bowel movements as well, especially when you're checking the diaper for urine. Few or no tears when crying Dry skin: Gently pinch the back of the baby's hand, just pinching the loose skin. Well-hydrated babies have skin that bounces right back. Dizziness or lightheadedness Boost your immune system with high doses of vitamin C. Orthomolecular medicine has found that vitamin C is important in stimulating the immune system. In one study, asymptomatic adults came down with the flu. They were given 1000 mg of vitamin C on an hourly basis for six consecutive doses. They then received 1000 mg three times daily as long as they were symptomatic. Their reported flu and cold symptoms were reduced by 85% compared to a placebo. Take 1000 mg of vitamin C every hour for six hours. Then take 1000 mg three times a day until you don't feel your symptoms anymore. Increase your intake of vitamin D3. Vitamin D3 is an important vitamin that stimulates the immune system. If you are not already taking vitamin D3 supplements regularly, there is a high probability that you may be deficient in vitamin D. This could be measured with 25-hydroxyvitamin D blood levels. But when a flu hits, there is no time to do this. For adults: Take 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 on the first day you feel sick. Then take the same amount every day for the next three days. Reduce the vitamin D3 dose slowly over the next few days to 5000 IU daily. In schoolchildren, another study showed that 1200 IU of vitamin D3 reduced the incidence of influenza by 67% compared to a control group that did not take any vitamin D3 supplement. Try coconut oil. Coconut oil has medium chain fatty acids that have antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal and antiparasitic effects without having side effects. The main ingredient in coconut oil is lauric acid, a medium chain saturated fatty acid. It inserts itself into the viral outer membrane and causes a rupture and death of the influenza virus without harming the human host of the virus. Take one to two tablespoons of coconut oil three times per day. Mix it in warm orange juice or take it with a meal. Usually within one to two days, the virus will be eliminated. Symptoms often disappear within one day, when normally it would have taken five to seven days to recover from a flu, Try drinking herbal tea. Plants get viruses too, so it does make some evolutionary sense that plants have developed antiviral substances. You can buy these herbs in teabags. If you have them at hand, add one teaspoon of dried herb for every cup of water. Use half a teaspoon for children. Steep in boiled water for five minutes and flavor as desired with lemon and honey. Be sure to let the tea cool down. Avoid adding milk--dairy products tend to increase congestion. Don't use these teas with infants, except under the advice of a physician. Try an herbal tea made from the following herbs: Chamomile: Chamomile is safe for children and has anti-viral properties. , Oregano: Oregano is also safe for children (but make it as a weak tea) and has antiviral properties. , Thyme: Thyme is safe for children (as a weak tea) and has antiviral properties. , Olive leaf: This is safe for children (as a weak tea) and has antiviral properties. Elderberry: This is safe for children (as a tea or as a juice) and has antiviral properties. , Licorice leaf: Licorice leaf is safe for children (as a weak tea) and has antiviral properties. , Echinacea: This is safe for children (as a weak tea) and has antiviral properties. , Use a neti pot. A neti pot can be used to wash out a stuffy nose. It is a device that looks somewhat like a teapot. You use it to pour water into your nose to flush out your nasal cavities. Choose your essential oils. The herbs that can be used to make teas are also good choices for essential oil treatments. These include: chamomile, elderberry, licorice root, Echinacea, olive root, thyme and oregano. Combine an equal number of drops of your chosen oils. The TOTAL number of drops should be nine to ten at the most. In a separate bowl, add one and a half cups of very warm distilled water. Don't use water that is so hot that you scald the delicate nasal tissues. Add six tablespoons of finely ground unprocessed sea salt. Stir to dissolve the salt. The salt is included to help ensure that the nasal tissue is protected. Add the essential oils and mix thoroughly. Add the liquid to your neti pot. Bend forward over a sink, turning your head to one side. Slowly pour the solution through the nasal cavities to clean them. Use a diffuser. This method can be very useful, especially if more than one member of your family has a sinus infection or respiratory infection. Choose your oils from among chamomile, elderberry, licorice root, Echinacea, olive root, thyme and oregano. Or, you can make your own unique mixture. Follow the manufacturer's instructions using the diffuser. Most use about a half cup of water with three to five drops of essential oils. Anyone with a sinus infection should sit as close as possible to the diffuser. Use the old-fashioned method of steaming. In this method, all you need is water and your chosen essential oils or mixture of oils. You'll boil water to create steam, which you'll breathe through your nose. Pour water (distilled is best, but tap water is fine) until the bottom of the pot has about two inches of water. Heat the water to boiling, turn off the heat and add eight to ten drops of essential oils. Stir. You can either leave the pot on the stove or take it off. Just be careful, whichever you decide. Cover your head with a towel and breathe in the steam through your nose. You can also breathe through your mouth, especially if you have a sore throat or a throat infection. Do this as long as the steam is rising. Repeat if desired by reheating the water. The same solution can be used over and over until all the water is gone. Breathe in herb-infused steam. Take the old-fashioned method of breathing steam and add herbs to the water. Pour water (distilled is best, but tap water is fine) until the bottom of the pot has about two inches of water. Heat the water to boiling, turn off the heat and add two teaspoons of oregano and two teaspoons of basil. If you want, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper. Just be careful! Cover your head with a towel and breathe in the steam through your nose. You can also breathe in through your mouth, especially if you have a sore throat or a throat infection. Do this as long as the steam is rising. Repeat if desired by reheating the water. See your doctor if your immune system is compromised. With most common viruses and with most healthy adults, viral infections clear without additional treatment. If, however, an individual's immune system is compromised, a doctor should be called as soon as any symptoms of infection occur. Immune compromise can occur in the very young, older individuals, those infected with HIV/AIDs, individuals who have had an organ transplant and cancer patients going through chemotherapy. Watch for these common symptoms of viral infections: Fever Joint aches and pains Sore throat Headache Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea Skin rash Fatigue Nasal congestion Call a doctor immediately if the common symptoms worsen. If any of the common viral infection symptoms becomes severe, call a physician immediately. If a physician is not available, call for emergency services. Seek immediate medical care if you experience certain severe symptoms. If you experience any of the following symptoms at any time, go to your nearest emergency room. Any change in your alertness or level of consciousness Chest pain A deep chest cough that produces wet or liquid yellow, green or brownish phlegm (discharge) Lethargy or unresponsiveness to stimuli (sounds, light, touch) Any form of seizure Any shortness of breath, wheezing, or any difficulty breathing A stiff or sore neck, or a severe headache Yellowing of the skin or the sclera (the whites of the eyes) Get vaccinated. Specific treatment always depends on the specific virus. There are hundreds of different viruses that are known to infect humans. Many can be largely prevented with vaccination, such as influenza, chicken pox, shingles and others. Talk with your doctor about getting vaccinated against certain viruses. Visit your doctor if you don’t get relief from home remedies. If you experience symptoms that you think may be a viral infection for more than 48 hours without getting relief from the approaches listed, make an appointment to see your doctor as soon as possible. Many viral infections, like the common cold (rhinoviruses), the flu (influenza virus), measles (rubeola) or mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus, or EBV), require primarily supportive treatment. Other viruses cause serious, life-threatening diseases such as cancer and Ebola. Some persistent viruses cause long-term disorders including hepatitis, HSV and varicella-zoster (causing chickenpox and shingles) and HIV. Ask about antiviral drugs. Until relatively recently, there were no effective antiviral drugs. That is changing, with more antiviral drugs being introduced. Antiviral therapy is important for certain infections, including infections with herpes viruses (HSVs), cytomegaloviruses (CMVs) and the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Another approach to treating viral infection is to use interferons. These are natural substances (cytokines) released from infected cells which function to block various facets of viral replication. Use of the interferons is particularly important in the treatment of the hepatitis viruses (B and C), Kaposi's sarcoma associated with HIV infection, and a sexually transmitted infection called condyloma acuminata, which results in genital warts.	Let the fever do its work. Be cautious about higher fevers. Seek immediate medical care if fever is experienced with severe symptoms. Take a lukewarm bath. Wear wet socks. Cool the head, neck, ankles and the wrists. Get plenty of rest. Feed your body with light foods. Focus on fresh fruit rich in vitamin C. Eat yogurt. Include protein in your meal. Avoid heavy and fried foods. Try the BRAT diet. Eat foods rich in zinc. Drink plenty of water. Try an oral rehydration solution such as Pedialyte or CeraLyte. Keep breastfeeding your baby. Monitor for signs of dehydration. Boost your immune system with high doses of vitamin C. Increase your intake of vitamin D3. Try coconut oil. Try drinking herbal tea. Use a neti pot. Use a diffuser. Use the old-fashioned method of steaming. Breathe in herb-infused steam. See your doctor if your immune system is compromised. Call a doctor immediately if the common symptoms worsen. Seek immediate medical care if you experience certain severe symptoms. Get vaccinated. Visit your doctor if you don’t get relief from home remedies. Ask about antiviral drugs.
https://www.wikihow.com/Work-in-the-USA-as-a-Canadian-Citizen	How to Work in the USA as a Canadian Citizen	If you're working for a Canadian company and want to transfer to one of its US offices, apply for an L1 visa. Otherwise, to work in the US as a Canadian citizen, get hooked up with a US employer. If you have a college education and are in a “specialty occupation,” like engineering or medicine, they can help you get an H-1B visa. Having this visa allows you to apply for permanent residency. A US employer can also help you get a TN1 visa. This visa, which also requires you to work in a specific field, can be easier and faster to get, but doesn't allow you to seek residency.	Qualify for an H-1B visa. This type of visa is much sought after as it can be issued for full time or part time employment for individuals who possess a “specialty occupation”. A specialty occupation is a role that requires the skills of a professional. You should have at least a bachelor's degree or its equivalent, or relevant work experience. In addition, the process can be complicated and you may need an attorney to navigate the process. Accountants, computer analysts, web programmers, web designers, and engineers can all quality for an H-1B visa. U.S. Congress allots 65,000 H-1B visas a year for specialty professionals who receive job offers from U.S. companies or organizations. There are also 20,000 H-1B visas for individuals with advanced degrees, such as M.D., J.D., MBA, and Ph.D. If you are a Canadian with a medical degree, a law degree, or another graduate degree, you may be eligible for one of the 20,000 H-1B visas. This gives you a leg up, as you will not be put into the general pool of applicants, competing for one of 65,000 visas. If you are a Canadian fashion model, you can also work in the U.S. on an H-1B visa. As a fashion model, you do not need to have a bachelor's degree, but you need to demonstrate “distinguished merit or ability”. You will need to be nationally or internationally known and have achieved a high level of recognition or achievement in the fashion modeling industry. If you are a Canadian owner of a U.S. company, you can sponsor yourself for a H-1B visa if you have a bachelor's degree or higher in a specialized field. For example, a Canadian with a law degree who founded a U.S. specialty law firm can then sponsor herself for an H-1B and work as a lawyer at her own company. Ask your US employer to apply for the visa for you. Once you receive a job offer from a U.S. employer, your employer will apply for the H-1B visa on your behalf. The employer will be the legal petitioner and you, as the employee, will be the beneficiary. Your employer will file a Labor Condition Application (LCA) with the U.S. Department of Labor. The LCA determines how much you are going to be paid, based on the minimum salary or wage for Canadians working in the U.S. Once your employer receives a certified LCA, she will complete a Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker form to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS). Your employer will send in the completed petition, as well as the certified LCA and any necessary fees and documents to the USCIS for processing. Supply the necessary documents for the application. You will need to provide official documentation to your U.S. employer to process the application. Your employer will also need to provide detailed information about your position at the company in the application. The necessary documents you will need to provide include: Sponsorship/job offer from the employer Copy of your current resume Copy of your Canadian passport Copies of your degrees, certificates, transcripts (if applicable) Employment reference letters from previous employers (if applicable) Copy of any professional development course certificates (if applicable) Professional license (if applicable) If you already live in the U.S., you can provide the following documentation: Copy of your US social security number, if you have one Copy of the front and back of the I-94 card Copies of any prior H1B approval notices of J1 forms If you are changing employers and are currently on H1B status, or are applying for an extension of stay with the same employer, provide a copy of your most recent pay stubs or a letter from your current employer verifying your employment. Discuss the payment of the application fee with your employer. Most U.S. employers will pay the application fee and the fee for the visa. However, you should discuss the payment of the fees before you complete the application. File the application by April 1st of the year you would like to work in the U.S. It usually takes two months for the application process to go through. So to ensure you are set to work in the U.S. for the fiscal year, your employer should file the application by April 1st. The earliest start date for an employee with an H-1B visa is October 1st of that fiscal year, or six months from the start of the fiscal year. If you would like to start working for your employer before October 1st, you should talk to your employer about applying for other visas, like the TN1, to fill the time gap. Re apply for the visa after one year working in the U.S. The H-1B visa is valid for up to three years, and can be renewed for another three years. You must leave after six years in the United States for one year but after one year you can re-apply for a new H-1B. This visa is also unique in that it allows for “dual intent”, which means you can apply for permanent residency status while on the visa. Other work visas, like TN1, do not permit dual intent. If you apply for an employment based green card while you have a H-1B visa, you can extend the visa indefinitely. Qualify for a TN1 visa. The TN1 visa is modeled after the H1B visa, so it can only be used when your employer is based in the US. Though the application process is simplified with the TN1 visa, you must work in a specified profession that qualifies you for a TN1 visa. Accountants, architects, graphic designers, urban planners, medical professionals, and scientific professionals with bachelor degrees or higher education are all considered valid professions for this visa. A list of professions covered by NAFTA can be found here. The TN1 is only granted to employers, and if you need a visa for more than one employer, you will need to file multiple visa applications. If you are self-employed, you will not qualify for this visa category. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of the TN1 visa. TN1 visas are valid for three years and are often more likely to be approved than an H-1B visa. The application period for a TN1 visa can also be fast tracked by applying for the visa at the US border. But TN1 visas also have several potential disadvantages, including: This visa is given to individuals with specialized skills and you may not qualify for the visa because your profession is not recognized by NAFTA as “specialized”. Under this visa, you must demonstrate your intention to return to Canada once the TN1 visa expires. For your first TN1 visa, you likely do not have to demonstrate your intention to return when you reapply. But if you have been on the TN1 visa for six to nine years, and are seeking another three year visa, you may be required to show you still intend to return to Canada at some point. You will need to provide documents showing you still maintain ties to Canada, such as bank account statements, a provincial driver's license, real estate ownership, or having a spouse or other family living in Canada. With a TN1 visa, it is also more difficult to apply for an employment-based green card. There is no “dual intent” allowed with this visa and you must always demonstrate an “intent to return”. If you apply for a U.S. green card while you have a TN1 visa, this could be seen as a violation of your visa agreement and you may lose your visa. Apply for the visa in person at the border for a lower fee and faster processing. The application fee at the border is significantly lower than applying through the USCIS, and the decision to grant or deny the visa is made on the spot at the border. If you are denied the visa, you will learn the reason for the denial right away and attempt to correct it as soon as possible. You will need to carry the following documents with you to the U.S. border to apply for the TN1 visa: A description of your position with a US employer. It should include a description of why it is a professional occupation, recognized by NAFTA, and that the position is temporary. It should also confirm you are a direct employee and note your salary level. Proof of your qualifications, such as a copy of your degree, certificate, or transcripts A copy of your current resume A copy of your Canadian passport A copy of your social security number, if applicable A copy of your employment contract Details of your foreign address or place of residence Discuss applying for the TN1 visa through USCIS with your employer. A TN1 visa application done through the USCIS will take at least two months to process, the fee is much higher and if you are denied, it will take more time and money to re apply via the USCIS. Talk with your U.S. employer about applying for the visa at the border, rather than the USCIS. If your employer insists on applying for the visa through the USCIS, you will need to supply the following documentation: Sponsorship/job offer from the employer A copy of your current resume Copy of your Canadian passport Copies of your degrees, certificates, transcripts (if applicable) Employment reference letters from previous employers (if applicable) Copy of any professional development course certificates (if applicable) Professional license (if applicable) If you already live in the U.S., you can provide the following documentation: Copy of your US social security number, if you have one Copy of the front and back of the I-94 card Ask your employer about the payment of the application fee. Most U.S. employers will pay the application fee and the fee for the visa. However, you should discuss the payment of the fees before you complete the application. Qualify for the L1 visa. This visa is for intra company transfers. This is when a Canadian manager or executive who works at an affiliated Canadian office is transferred to one of the company's U.S. offices. The employer must be conducting business in the U.S. and have an existing relationship with the Canadian company (affiliate, subsidiary, parent company, etc.). You must work at the affiliated company for at least one continuous year and be going to the U.S. to be a manager or executive to qualify for an L1 visa. You can also qualify for an L1 visa if you are going to the U.S. to set up an affiliate company. A Canadian company can send a manager or executive to establish a U.S. office. But the Canadian employer must demonstrate that there is a physical space for the new office, the employee has been a manager or executive for one continuous year, and the new U.S. office will support an executive or managerial position within one year of the L1 visa being issued. Understand the benefits of the L1 visa. An L1 visa is ideal for executive employees looking to establish a U.S. office of a Canadian company without having to go through a lengthy application process. As well, the spouses and unmarried children under 21 years old of L1 visa holders can come to the U.S. for the duration of the employee's stay. Once you have an L1 visa, your spouse can also work legally in the U.S. Keep in mind you can re apply for the L1 visa after one year for a maximum of seven years. After seven years in the U.S., you are not eligible to apply for another L1 visa. Complete a blanket petition. Your organization may establish an intracompany relationship between a U.S. office and a Canadian office by filing a blanket petition with the USCIS. You are eligible for a blanket petition if: The petitioner and the qualifying organization are involved in commercial trade or services. The petitioner has an office in the U.S. that has been conducting business for at least one year. The petitioner has three or more domestic and foreign subsidiaries, affiliates, or branches. The petitioner and the organization has obtained at least 10 L-1 approvals in the previous 12 months, has U.S. subsidiaries or affiliates with sales of at least $25 million, or has a workforce in the U.S. of at least 1,000 employees. Get your employer to complete Form I-129S. This form can be found here. Your employer should then send you the completed form, along with a copy of the approved blanket petition. You will then present these documents to the consular office to complete the L1 visa application. You can also present your L1 visa application at the U.S. border to a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer for approval. Complete the application process if you are a Canadian athlete participating in a specific event in the U.S. If you are going to be in the United States for an extended period of time as an athlete at a specific sporting event, you can apply for a temporary work visa (P1 visa). You will need to provide the following documents to the Canadian Embassy: A printed copy of the DS-160 Confirmation Page with legible bar code A valid passport (at least 6 months) Older passports containing any previous visas Documents proving your previous legal status in the U.S. Reciprocity fee (if applicable) Original or copy of Notice of Approval (Form I-797A or I-797B) Letter from the U.S. employer explaining the work you are doing, the amount of time you are spending in the U.S. and your salary/wage Copy of Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker (Form I-129, found here ), as completed by employer and filed with D.H.S. Evidence of qualifications (original or certified copy) Proof of ties or a residence in a country outside the U.S. Follow the application process if you are on an artist exchange or are considered a culturally unique artist. If you are staying in the United States as a paid artist by a U.S. organization, you can apply for a temporary work visa (P2 visa, P3 visa) by submitting these documents to the Canadian Embassy. A printed copy of the DS-160 Confirmation Page with legible bar code A valid passport (at least 6 months) Older passports containing any previous visas Documents proving previous legal status in U.S. Reciprocity fee (if applicable) Original or copy of Notice of Approval (Form I-797A or I-797B) Letter from the U.S. employer explaining the work you are doing, the amount of time you are spending in the U.S. and your salary/wage Copy of Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker (Form I-129, found here ), as completed by employer and filed with D.H.S. Evidence of qualifications (original or certified copy) Proof of ties or a residence in a country outside the U.S. Complete the application if you are a temporary worker in nursing or agriculture. Nurses who are Canadian citizens and are working in the United States for a U.S. organization or client who is a U.S. citizen can apply for an H1A visa. Canadian agricultural workers who have a job offer from a company based in the U.S. can apply for the H2 visa. The required documents for both visas are: A printed copy of the DS-160 Confirmation Page with legible bar code A valid passport (at least 6 months) Older passports containing any previous visas Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S. Reciprocity fee (if applicable) Original or copy of Notice of Approval (Form I-797A or I-797B) Letter from the U.S. employer explaining the work you are doing, the amount of time you are spending in the U.S. and your salary/wage, as well as a recent paystub or payslip Copy of the Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker (Form I-129, found here ), as completed by your employer and filed with D.H.S. A copy of your approved Labor Condition Application (LCA) Evidence of qualifications (original or certified copy). The Canadian Embassy may refuse to issue you a H-1B visa if your education and work experience are only based in a country other than the United States or Canada. If you do not have U.S. or Canadian work or education experience, you should apply for the visa from your country of residence. Apply for a temporary work visa if you are in a religious occupation. If you are a non-U.S. citizen who is going to work in the United States in a religious occupation or role, you can apply for the R1 visa. You will need to provide the following documents to the Canadian Embassy: A printed copy of the DS-160 Confirmation Page with legible bar code A valid passport (at least 6 months) Older passports containing any previous visas Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S. Reciprocity fee (if applicable) Physical proof of membership in the religious organization Physical proof of the organization's tax exempt status An official letter from the organization explaining your employment and the duration of your stay in the U.S. You must demonstrate you have work experience in your home country with the same religious organization you are going to represent in the U.S. Copy of the Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker (Form I-129, found here ), as completed by your employer and filed with D.H.S. Original or copy of Notice of Approval (Form I-797A or I-797B) Keep in mind the Canadian Embassy may refuse to issue you a H-1B visa if your education and work experience are only based in a country other than the United States or Canada. If you do not have U.S. or Canadian work or education experience, you should apply for the visa from your country of residence.	Qualify for an H-1B visa. Ask your US employer to apply for the visa for you. Supply the necessary documents for the application. Discuss the payment of the application fee with your employer. File the application by April 1st of the year you would like to work in the U.S. Re apply for the visa after one year working in the U.S. Qualify for a TN1 visa. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of the TN1 visa. Apply for the visa in person at the border for a lower fee and faster processing. Discuss applying for the TN1 visa through USCIS with your employer. Ask your employer about the payment of the application fee. Qualify for the L1 visa. Understand the benefits of the L1 visa. Complete a blanket petition. Get your employer to complete Form I-129S. Complete the application process if you are a Canadian athlete participating in a specific event in the U.S. Follow the application process if you are on an artist exchange or are considered a culturally unique artist. Complete the application if you are a temporary worker in nursing or agriculture. Apply for a temporary work visa if you are in a religious occupation.
https://www.wikihow.com/Breed-Molly-Fish	How to Breed Molly Fish	To breed molly fish, start by setting up a 15-30 gallon tank for them that includes decorations, a substrate, and freshwater plants. Then, purchase male and female molly fish so you have no more than 2 fish per 10 gallons of tank space. After you introduce the fish to the tank, wait for them to mate. When you notice a female fish with a bloated belly, transfer it to a different tank before it gives birth to protect it and its fry. Finally, after the female gives birth in 3-5 weeks, transfer it back to the main tank and keep the fry separated.	Allow the fish to mate with one another. Mollies are hierarchical fish. Whichever male has the biggest fins and boldest colors leads the way. This means the ideal combination of male and female fish is one male for multiple females. You may see the male under the female; this is how the fish copulate. If their mating is successful, their babies should be born in about 3 to 5 weeks. Remove the female from the aquarium before birthing begins. Place the female in a separate “nurser” tank if possible. The male fish often chases around the female, wishing to copulate more, and this could cause stress on the pregnancy. You'll be able to tell the molly is pregnant by a very distended belly. If the “nurser” tank is not possible, consider using an aquarium net breeder, which is essentially a mesh cube with plastic edges, to protect the mother and baby fish. Removing the mother from the main aquarium is also to protect the fry. Molly fish often cannibalize their babies. Don't wait too close to the birth date. Stressed mollies may have more aborted births and stillborn. Reintroduce the female into the main aquarium. The female may eat her own young, so it's best to move her back with the other fish for the safety of the fry. Roughly once per month, however, the mother may need to be re-segregated since female molly fish can retain multiple fertilized eggs for nearly half a year. Feed the fry. Use ground fish food of the same type that you feed to your adult mollies. Flake food should be used as a primary base. Supplement the normal meals with a broad variety of denser meals. Various worms are great for molly fish. Grindal worms, black worms, and blood worms work well. Brine shrimp, live or frozen, are a preferred source of food. Molly fish even eat algae, which is their primary food in the wild. Wait for the fish to mature. It will take around nearly two months to be able to tell males and females apart. Once they've doubled in size, it's probably safe to introduce them into the main tank with the rest of the fish. Another good way to tell if they're safe to interact with the other fish is if they are too big to fit into the other fishes mouths. Separate the males and the females. Once you know the gender of the mollies, you'll need to ensure more breeding doesn't take place. They will, in fact, breed between brothers and sisters. Try to separate the male and female fish before they are eight weeks old, which is when they reach sexual maturity. Purchase an aquarium/tank. You'll need a tank that holds around 15g – 30g water (56L-113L). In general, molly fish do better with larger fish tanks and more room to swim around. Smaller tanks may create a variety of problems: Less swimming room to get away from aggressive fish, which creates stress Harder to clean, which can lead to sickness Place any decorations in the aquarium. Choose such decorations as rocks, air filters and decorative gravel. In general, molly fish should have enough room to swim around quite freely, but also enough decorations to hide from bully fish. The less aggressive fish will more around in the tank to hide from bully fish. If there aren't enough hiding spots, the fish could become stressed. Anchor freshwater plants below the substrate. The substrate should provide the base to your tank, but also serve potential nutrients to any plants inside the aquarium. In general, the substrate should be comprised of two levels: The top level should be 2 inches of something sturdy, like sand, pebbles, or gravel. The bottom level should be 1-2 inches of nutrient-rich material. Fill the tank with water near the top. Up to 2 inches (4cm) under the brim of the tank is ideal. The water should be warm – 78-82° F (25-27° C) – so the molly fish are comfortable, like they would be in tropical waters. Do not overfill the tank or put in cold water. An aquarium heater will probably be necessary. Replace water on a fairly regimented schedule. Daily minimal water changes, or up to 30% per week, are recommend. Avoid aquarium salt. Some molly fish are brackish, which means they have a varying requirement for freshwater and saltwater. There is a fairly large debate, however, about whether or not they need marine salt in the aquarium. Some experts contend most molly fish never see salty or brackish waters, and it's not necessary for the water. Some sources indicate that approximately one Tbsp per five gallons of water is good. The addition of salt may act as a healing attribute, a way to overcome slightly dirty water. If you buy an exotic breed of molly, you may want to consult with an expert to be sure you can go completely without salt. Install the filter according to the instructions. Ultimately, the water should have a fairly neutral Ph level between 7 and 8. Some experts recommend increasing the Ph by just a bit, to 8.4 After the tank is filled, adjustments to the filter and water may be necessary. Allow the tank to cycle before adding the fish. It is best to allow the tank to cycle , because the water is lacking beneficial bacteria, which leaves fish susceptible to illness and disease. Carefully monitor your aquarium if you can't wait before adding your fish. Choose how many mollies you want. Generally, a good fit for the fish is a couple mollies per 10 gallon tank. They need ample room to swim around and, if you end up with multiple fry, room to hide from the more aggressive fish. If you want more than just a couple, you should use the recommended larger tank. Purchase your mollies. Go to your local pet store and pick male and female fish. While there are several varieties of molly fish, they are extremely easy to breed because all colors are the same species, and all males and females breed with one another. Some recommend getting the subspecies of mollies for quicker breeding. You can ask the employees at the store for help, or you can do it yourself. Male molly have a gonopodium, a long stick-like fin used to fertilize the female, on his lower half. Female molly have a softer, fan-shaped anal fin, which is also on the lower half of the body. Transfer your fish to the tank. Set the bag of fish in the tank for 10-15 minutes, to allow the water to become the same temperature. Release the fish into the aquarium/tank by using a net to get the fish from the bag. Do not introduce the water from the bag into the tank. Feed the other fish before adding in the new mollies. You don't want them to think the mollies are food.	Allow the fish to mate with one another. Remove the female from the aquarium before birthing begins. Reintroduce the female into the main aquarium. Feed the fry. Wait for the fish to mature. Separate the males and the females. Purchase an aquarium/tank. Place any decorations in the aquarium. Anchor freshwater plants below the substrate. Fill the tank with water near the top. Avoid aquarium salt. Install the filter according to the instructions. Allow the tank to cycle before adding the fish. Choose how many mollies you want. Purchase your mollies. Transfer your fish to the tank.
https://www.wikihow.com/Have-a-Daily-Routine	How to Have a Daily Routine	Sticking to a daily routine can be tough, but you can keep yourself on task through careful planning and motivation. On a typical day, write down everything you do with the exact times you start and finish each task, no matter how small. Once you have an outline of what you do in a day, cross out any unproductive tasks, like looking at social media, and replace them with more productive activities, like studying or exercising. While you want to keep your schedule productive, it's important to make time for 15 to 30 minute breaks every once in a while to relax and keep yourself motivated. If you lose track of time easily, make a music playlist with motivational music that changes genres once it's time to start a new task.	Spend a day recording everything you do. Carry around a planner, notebook, or mobile phone with a calendar app. Write down the start and end times for every activity, no matter how small. At the end of the day you'll have a list telling you exactly how you spent the day. If today is not a typical day for you, make another list tomorrow, or even one for each day of the week. Reduce unwanted activities from your day. The goal is to tweak your actual schedule to form your daily routine, instead of trying to invent a completely new plan for your day. Look over your list of activities for the day your record. Decide which ones you'd like to spend less time on, such as procrastination or social media. Cross out some of these activities from your list. Write down productive activities to replace unproductive ones. Count the amount of time saved by removing the unproductive activities from your day. Write down activities that could fill that time, such as work, studying, housecleaning, or other productive activities. Arrange your day into a schedule. Using the schedule from your actual day, and the list of changes you'd like to make, write down a routine you can follow. You can rearrange activities into any order you like, but don't change the amount of time they take. If it took you thirty minutes to have breakfast today, assume it will take you thirty minutes tomorrow as well. For new activities you're adding to the schedule, guess how long they'll take, then allow about 1/3 more time than you guessed. Set aside enough time for sleep. Most adults need 7–8 hours of sleep a night to stay alert and high-functioning. Children and teenagers often require 9 hours or more. Schedule a bedtime and wake up time that gives you plenty of sleep, or your daily routine will not be sustainable. Make time for breaks and interruptions. If your rough draft of a routine is chock full of activity from the moment you wake up until the time you go to bed, you'll probably burn out or fall behind the first time something unexpected happens. Adjust your schedule to allow for at least one 30–60 minute chunk of free time if possible, and several 5–15 minute breaks in between productive activities. Try out the routine for a day. Give the schedule you wrote down a test spin. Do your best to follow the routine exactly. If you do not, write down what you did differently from the schedule, and why. Change your schedule based on your experience. Sit down at the end of the day and look at your schedule. If one of your time estimates turned out to be unrealistic, allow more time for that activity and cut something less important out of your day. If you finished an activity more than 20 minutes early, allow less time for it in your schedule. Finally, if the order you did your activities was inconvenient or didn't feel right, try shuffling the activities in a different order. Repeat until you can follow the schedule. Try following your schedule again after making changes. If you are having trouble doing so, continue to make adjustments and keep trying. If you are having trouble following the routine, read the advice below. Adjust to your natural rhythm. Each person's body has a different natural schedule, or circadian rhythm, that helps determine when that person feels tired or alert. Try to create a routine that uses your most alert times of day for activities that require mental and physical effort, and give yourself time to relax during the times of day when you feel tired or have trouble thinking. For advice on discovering or adjusting your natural rhythm, talk to a doctor, or get a rough idea with an online survey. Find a way to start your day. If your mornings feel rushed or confused, they may be the weak point in your daily routine. Experiment with different options until you come up with a very specific routine that you can start every day with: Start the day out with a glass of water to rehydrate and wake up, followed by coffee or tea if you drink it. Use a stretching or light exercise routine to wake yourself up. The sun salute is a popular example in yoga. Have the same breakfast ready each day, or at least decide what you're eating for breakfast the night before. Think about your routine twice a day. Take at least 10 minutes each morning to look ahead to your day. If you have an extra obligation today, a temporary source of stress in your life, or another reason today is unusual, decide which activities can be skipped today if you need to. At the end of the day, look back and think about how that decision went, and whether you could improve your routine. Find activities that refresh you. You should have at least a couple 5–15 minute breaks scheduled even in the busiest day, to refresh yourself and get you ready for the rest of your routine. If you tend to feel stressed during these breaks, or if they suck you in and end up taking much longer than they should, find a different activity. Here are some suggestions: Light exercise, such as walking or jogging, can refresh and energize. A fun activity with a clear end time makes it harder to overextend your break. For instance, find a 15-minute podcast episode, or read one chapter of a book. If you're exhausted, lie down with your eyes closed or meditate to regain your strength. Set an alarm clock if an urgent task is coming up. Motivate yourself with sound. If you often lose track of time, set an alarm on your mobile phone or watch whenever you begin an activity, so you know when to move on to the next one. You can use music instead as a more pleasant motivation, organizing your music into playlists or categories based on the type of task you're working on. For example: Choose non-distracting music with a steady beat when you need to concentrate. Choose calm music when you're relaxing, or working on low-key personal projects. Choose loud, energetic music if you're tired and really need a boost. Prevent procrastination. Get rid of distractions in your work area. If you work on a computer and procrastinate online, block websites that waste your time. Use electronic productivity tools. There are all kinds of tools out there that can motivate you, remind you, or give you virtual rewards for staying productive. Try HabitRPG if you are motivated by games, or any number of calendar programs to remind you of the next task. Avoid disruptions to your sleep schedule. Blue light from electronic screens can prevent your body from releasing sleep hormones. Minimize computer, phone, and television use late at night, or install Flux to change the color of your screen at night. Caffeine, alcohol, and other drugs can also make it much harder to get a restful night of sleep.	Spend a day recording everything you do. Reduce unwanted activities from your day. Write down productive activities to replace unproductive ones. Arrange your day into a schedule. Set aside enough time for sleep. Make time for breaks and interruptions. Try out the routine for a day. Change your schedule based on your experience. Repeat until you can follow the schedule. Adjust to your natural rhythm. Find a way to start your day. Think about your routine twice a day. Find activities that refresh you. Motivate yourself with sound. Prevent procrastination. Use electronic productivity tools. Avoid disruptions to your sleep schedule.
https://www.wikihow.life/Measure-a-Room	How to Measure a Room	To measure the floors of a room, measure the length and width of the room at the widest parts with a tape measure. Then, multiply these numbers together to find the area of the room in square feet. If there are any rectangular recesses in the room, like a closet or bathroom, repeat this process add everything together to determine the total floor area.	Make a drawing of the floor plan in the room you are measuring. You will use this drawing to record your measurements. The drawing does not have to be to scale, but the more accurate it is, the more useful it'll be. Since you are just measuring floors, including windows and doorways should not matter. Include all areas involved in your project. For example, if you're putting in flooring and have a walk-in closet you are also flooring, draw the closet. In this hypothetical drawing, there is a bathroom on the right (which is a separate room, so it is not drawn) and a bay window to the left (shown with a half circle). Measure the length and width of the room’s main area. To calculate the area of a room, use the standard (Length) x (Width) = Area formula. Measure the maximum length and width at the widest points of the room. This is important and will help you get the correct measurements. Move any items or furniture in the way of your measuring tape. Having a friend hold the end of the tape could help. Right now, you are only measuring the main area. Ignore bay windows and separate areas like bathrooms for this step. Multiply the length and the width to get the main area’s measurement. Use a calculator to ensure this measurement is accurate. For instance, if the room is 12 feet wide and 12 feet long, the area of the floor is 144 square feet. Your result is the measurement of the total floor area. Record this number on your drawing. Measure the length and width of any square or rectangular recesses. These often include closets or bathrooms that you are part of a flooring or tile project. Measuring square or rectangular recesses is the same as measuring the main area of the room. Measure the width and length of the recess, then multiply the length and width to find the area of the recess. Write down the result in the recess area of your drawing. Repeat this step if there are multiple recesses in the room. Calculate the area of any round recesses. Measure the longest length (usually through the center) and width of the recess. Do not measure further than the edge of the main area you already measured. Next, divide the length by two. Then, multiply this number by the width. Now, multiply the total by pi (3.14). Lastly, divide the area in half. Record the number in the recess area of your drawing. Now you have the area of the U-shaped protrusion in the room. The area in a bay window recess should only be included as part of the area of the room if it has a floor (rather than a seat) and the ceiling is at least seven feet or 2.13 m high. Add all of the areas together to get the total floor area. Add the areas of all recesses to the main floor area. Now, you have the total square footage of your floor, and you can purchase carpet, flooring, or other materials accordingly. Make a drawing of all walls you need to measure. Include doors and windows in your drawing as well. Leave enough room in the drawing to write down measurements. Measure the width and height of the wall. To calculate the area of a wall, use the standard (Width) x (Height) = Area formula. Using a measuring tape, measure the width and height of the wall. Since walls can be tall, you might want to ask a friend or neighbor for help holding the measuring tape. Record the measurements on your drawing. Multiply the length and width together. Using a calculator, multiply the length and width. This will equal the total square footage of the wall. Write this number down. Measure the length and width of any doors, fixtures, or windows. Record the length and width of any doors or windows on your drawing. Multiply the length and width of any doors, fixtures, or windows. Use a calculator to multiply the length and width of any doors or windows present. Record each individual total. These measurements indicate the square footage of any doors, windows, or fixtures. Add the total areas of any doors, fixtures, or windows. This only applies to walls that have more than one door, fixture, or window. Write this number down. Subtract the total from step six from the total wall square footage. Use a calculator for this step, too. This number equals the square footage of the wall, and you can use this square footage to buy paint or wallpaper. Measure the length and the width of a square or rectangular room. Use the standard 2(Length + Width) = Perimeter formula to find the perimeter of a room. Using a measuring tape, find the length and width of the room. Add the length and the width, then multiply the answer by two. Use a calculator to make sure your addition and multiplication is accurate. Once you add the length and the width, multiply that total by two. This will calculate the perimeter of the room. Measure an irregularly shaped room manually. If the room you are measuring is not a square or rectangular, you will need to measure each individual side of the room's perimeter. Work your way around the room's perimeter with a measuring tape, recording the length of each side of the room. Add all the measurements together. Use a calculator to add up every measurement you took of the irregularly shaped room. The result of this calculation is the length of the perimeter of the room. Calculate the floor area. This is described in method one. If the ceiling is flat, by calculating the floor area, you now have your ceiling area as well. For rectangular and square rooms with flat ceilings, the area of the floor is the same as the ceiling's area. If you have any extra parts of the ceiling that stick out or cave in, continue on to step two. Measure any additions to the ceiling area separately. This step only applies to ceilings that are not flat. Many ceilings also have alcoves and window bays that stick out; measure the width and depth of any alcoves or window bays. Record all measurements. A ceiling that slopes or has recesses or variation of any kind will have a larger surface area than the floor, so keep that in mind when buying materials (i.e. buy a little extra). Ceilings can be difficult to reach. If you are measuring a ceiling, ask a friend for assistance. You will probably need a ladder to reach the ceiling for measurement. Add extra ceiling measurements to the area of the room. Add all additional measurements to the number calculated in step one. Write the total down. Measure the area of any skylights. If you don't have skylights on the ceiling, skip this step. Ceilings sometimes have skylights, and the area of these must be subtracted from the total ceiling area calculated in step three. Measure the length and width of a skylight to get its area. Then, multiple the length and the width. Now, you have the area of the skylight. Subtract the area of the skylight from the ceiling area. Subtract the number calculated in step four from the total area of the ceiling. The result of this calculation is the square footage of your ceiling.	Make a drawing of the floor plan in the room you are measuring. Measure the length and width of the room’s main area. Multiply the length and the width to get the main area’s measurement. Measure the length and width of any square or rectangular recesses. Calculate the area of any round recesses. Add all of the areas together to get the total floor area. Make a drawing of all walls you need to measure. Measure the width and height of the wall. Multiply the length and width together. Measure the length and width of any doors, fixtures, or windows. Multiply the length and width of any doors, fixtures, or windows. Add the total areas of any doors, fixtures, or windows. Subtract the total from step six from the total wall square footage. Measure the length and the width of a square or rectangular room. Add the length and the width, then multiply the answer by two. Measure an irregularly shaped room manually. Add all the measurements together. Calculate the floor area. Measure any additions to the ceiling area separately. Add extra ceiling measurements to the area of the room. Measure the area of any skylights. Subtract the area of the skylight from the ceiling area.
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Vaseline-out-of-Your-Hair	How to Get Vaseline out of Your Hair	To get vaseline out of your hair, first remove as much of it as you can by blotting it with paper towel. Once you've gotten some of the vaseline out, try sprinkling cornstarch or baking soda on your hair, which will absorb the excess oil. Then, wash your hair with warm water and a clarifying shampoo to remove the powder. If you still have vaseline in your hair after this, you can shampoo and rinse it a second time to get more of it out. Finally, make sure to apply a conditioner to restore the natural oils to your hair.	Blot your hair with paper towels. Take a few paper towels and press them on the hair that's coated with Vaseline. Dab and blot with the paper towels to remove the excess Vaseline. Ensure that you don't rub the paper towels which would work the petroleum deeper into your hair. If you're trying to get Vaseline out of your own hair, you may want to ask a friend to help you blot the areas you can't see yourself such as the back of your head. Sprinkle cornstarch, baking soda, or cornmeal powder into the hair. Once you've removed the excess Vaseline, coat the greasy hair with cornstarch, baking soda, or cornmeal powder. Use paper towels or your fingers to lightly pat the powder into your hair so the greasy area is completely coated. Avoid using baby powder or crushed talc. If you accidentally inhale them, the talc will cause respiratory problems. Wash your hair with warm water and clarifying shampoo. While you can use your regular shampoo to try to remove the Vaseline, use 1 that's labeled deep-cleansing or clarifying. These stronger shampoos are made to strip hair and styling products from your hair. Don't use cold water to wash your hair since this can make the Vaseline clump and thicken. Shampoo and rinse your hair again. Once you've rinsed out the cornstarch and clarifying shampoo, shampoo your hair 1 more time. Rinse the hair with warm water to remove even more Vaseline. Keep rinsing until the water runs clear instead of cloudy or soapy. Apply a conditioner and rinse it out. Because clarifying shampoos can strip your hair of its natural oils and dry it out, use a moisturizing conditioner. Follow the product instructions, then rinse the conditioner out with cool water to seal the hair cuticle. For example, some conditioners will direct you to massage it into wet hair for a few minutes and then let the conditioner rest in your hair for a few more minutes before you rinse it out. Blot your hair dry and comb your hair. Press towels against your wet hair to blot most of the moisture. Don't rub or pull on your hair to avoid damaging it. Once your hair is damp, use a comb to detangle it. You shouldn't feel any Vaseline in your hair or on the comb. Repeat the process in 12 to 24 hours if necessary. If your hair still feels greasy and you don't think you got all of the Vaseline out, wait 12 to 24 hours. Then apply more cornstarch to the greasy areas, wash your hair with clarifying shampoo, rinse it out, and condition your hair. Remember to blot your hair dry and let it finish drying on its own. Massage your hair with oil for 10 minutes before you shampoo. To make the shampoo more effective at removing the Vaseline, get oil from your pantry. Rub 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of coconut oil, olive oil, jojoba oil, baby oil, or almond oil into the greasy part of your hair. Then wash your hair a few times with a clarifying shampoo. Massaging the oil will work it deep into the Vaseline-coated hair. This will make the clarifying shampoo more effective at lifting the Vaseline. If you choose to use coconut oil, make sure you warm it in the microwave just long enough for it to melt. This usually takes 15-20 seconds. Use a skin-safe grease or adhesive remover. Buy a product that's safe to use on your skin such as Goo Gone. These removers are designed to dilute and lift grease and may be able to break down the oil in the petroleum. Squirt about 1 teaspoon (4.9 ml) of the product into your hand and rub it through the greasy area. Rinse off the remover with warm water until the water runs clear. Although the remover should be safe for your skin, ensure that it doesn't get into your eyes, nose, or ears. Use liquid dish soap with degreaser to cut through the oil. Squirt a few spoonfuls of the liquid dish soap into the palms of your hands and rub it through the greasy hair. Rinse the soap out with warm water until the water runs clear and there aren't any bubbles. Consider using a conditioner after using the dish soap because the dish soap will strip your hair of its natural oils. Be careful not to get any detergent in your eyes. Try using a detachable shower head to rinse your hair. This way you can hold it up to your scalp and use your free hand to shield your eyes.	Blot your hair with paper towels. Sprinkle cornstarch, baking soda, or cornmeal powder into the hair. Wash your hair with warm water and clarifying shampoo. Shampoo and rinse your hair again. Apply a conditioner and rinse it out. Blot your hair dry and comb your hair. Repeat the process in 12 to 24 hours if necessary. Massage your hair with oil for 10 minutes before you shampoo. Use a skin-safe grease or adhesive remover. Use liquid dish soap with degreaser to cut through the oil.
https://www.wikihow.com/Write-Policies-and-Procedures-for-Your-Business	How to Write Policies and Procedures for Your Business	To write policies and procedures for your business, start by making a list of all the policies and procedures that you think deserve formal outlining and direction. Then, divide all of the policies into categories, like safety, scheduling, and benefits, and write them out using an outline format. You should also include appropriate consequences for breaking each policy. To write your procedures, start by breaking each procedure down into several steps. Then, outline the steps using active, easy-to-understand language.	Make a list of goals. As a manager or business owner, you know best the goals for your company. Consider things like sales goals, goals for employees and management, and where you would like to see your business a few years down the road. Try to make your goals not only as specific as possible, but also attainable and worthy of working towards. For example, set financial goals that are within probability for your business, and set goals for employee performance that are achievable through following the policies and procedures you will set. Once you've set the goals, make sure you are ready to commit to them as a business owner or manager. Setting goals is an important first step in crafting policies and procedures. Of course, following through is equally as important. Write down a list of tasks and procedures. Think about the day-to-day happenings and duties in your business. Write down each task that would need to be done each day to keep things running smoothly. Consider the following: what tasks will need formal outlining or directions? Which procedures will need to be done consistently the same way? Rather than focusing on menial tasks that won't need much instruction, focus on the bigger picture items. Create a list of possible problems and their potential solutions. Policies exist in business to keep things running smoothly and to hold employees and managers to certain standards of performance. Think about the problems that could arise if there are no policies in place. This will help you come up with the policies themselves. While thinking of potential issues, come up with brief ideas for how you might solve or correct them. Think of issues surrounding the day-to-day activities of your business, such a financials, interactions between employees and customers, and employee behavior and conduct. Make a list of policy categories. Once you have considered different possible issues you want your policies to address, come up with categories for them. For example, you might use categories like safety, scheduling, conduct, pay, benefits, vacation or leave, and discrimination. When it comes time to compile a manual, having policies already separated into categories will help you organize the manual and keep these sections together. It will also help you decide what is most important, and be able to address those things in more detail. Use an outline format to detail different policies under each category. Outlines allow you to explore deeper aspects of each policy or category, adding in stipulations and specifics as you go. Use numbers to order each section or category. Start with a brief, shorthand outline. Later, once you've gone through once and written down all your initial ideas, you can go back through and lengthen the sections accordingly. Come up with appropriate consequences for breaking policy. Policies allow your business to function properly while holding employees and management to certain standards. They also will serve as a written document that outlines how to handle things when the policy is disrupted or broken. This is especially important when and if any action needs to be taken following the disruption. Policies, when written in a formal document, can outline any legal rights and obligations of your employees and of the company. In the US, this includes information regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act, taxes, and laws that prohibit discrimination and harassment in the workplace. Make sure you include information on applicable federal and state laws when crafting your policies. Have clear policies regarding termination. Should you ever have to fire an employee for breaking policies, the written policies themselves will serve as evidence if that employee argues they were terminated unfairly. Make sure you have a section in your policies regarding what will constitute termination. You should also have policies regarding hiring. For example, you might require background checks prior to employment, or a probationary period after hiring before employment becomes permanent. Make sure you outline and set these terms clearly. Use clear, active language. Make sure you write all policies clearly and in such a way that could not be misunderstood or misconstrued. If there are other interpretations of the policy, consider rewriting it. For example, instead of saying something like “Some circumstances may allow for extra sick days,” you might say something like “Extra sick days can only be approved at the explicit consent of the manager on duty.” Determine which tasks need detailed, outlined procedures. Not every average task or incident will need detailed instructions for handling or carrying out. Prioritize the tasks or procedures that need to be done with consistency, such as payroll or scheduling. When deciding which procedures to outline in detail, consider the following: is the procedure lengthy or complex? Would the consequences of doing it incorrectly be severe? Have there been recent important changes implemented to it? Does the procedure require any extensive or important paperwork? Are employees frequently confused by it? Collect necessary information for each procedure. Before you can detail the procedure, you will need to know every step and aspect of it. Consider employee questions that have been raised in the past, and issues you may have already encountered. Even once you have all the information, you will want to stick to the basics when writing the procedure itself. Think about what the reader or employee will need to be able to understand and carry out the procedure. Use all information to write clear procedures. Use an active voice when writing the procedures themselves. Try to avoid being too wordy. Make sure you aren't using language that isn't easily understood, including any jargon that an employee might not understand yet. For example, rather than saying “The pay stubs must then be filed with accounting,” you might say something like “File the pay stubs with accounting.” Include a section on anti-discrimination policies. All business owners in the US must adhere to certain anti-discriminatory policies set forth by the government. Make sure you include information on these policies along with how you expect employees to adhere to them as well. Equal opportunity employment information should be included within the policies, as well as the Americans with Disabilities Act, and policies against harassment. You can find information in this through the US Small Business Administration. Make sure your policies are legal. Through the US Small Business Administration, and the Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs, make sure any and all policies you have set forth are legal and fair. The US Department of State offers great online resources for all business owners to find the information they need. You might consider having a business attorney look over your policies before mandating them to your employees. As a business owner, having a lawyer you can consult with on a regular basis is a good tool. Have employees sign any new drafts of your policies and procedures. New hires should be required to agree to and sign the policies and procedures document, as well as be given a copy of them for reference. In addition, any changes made should be re-signed by all employees. This will assure they are held to these policies should any legal action be taken by either party in the future. Minors cannot legally agree to contracts. Make sure if you are hiring anyone under the age of 18, they have written permission from a guardian to enter into the contract, as their parent or guardian could legally cancel the contract. Organize information into a logical order. Start with the more encompassing issues, then narrow down into the smaller ones. For example, rather than starting with the category of compensation, you might start the manual with the category of hiring processes or eligibility. Consider opening the manual with a description of your company's goals, as you originally outlined them. Write a cohesive, clear paragraph or two that briefly overviews the manual, what your employees can expect from the company, and what the company expects of them. Use the outlining style to create subcategories within the manual. Use a table of contents once you're finished to allow for quick reference. Use images, charts, or diagrams. Some people are more visual than others, so having diagrams, charts, or images in your manual can help different types of employees grasp the concepts in it. These types of images can simplify different procedures and policies alike. For example, you might make a chart or table that lists different position titles and their duties as a quick point of reference. You could also use a table that includes questions and answers for employees to use and reference as needed. Make the manual accessible to all employees. Ideally, new employees will receive a copy of the manual upon hire, and existing employees will get new copies when any revisions are made. You might consider having employees sign a contract stating that they understand the things outlined in the manual, and agree to them. Keep copies of the manual on hand at your place of business, as well as digital copies for you to access and revise as needed. The goal is to make sure these policies and procedures are both understood and carried out properly, and should issues arise, the manual can be there to guide the course of action.	Make a list of goals. Write down a list of tasks and procedures. Create a list of possible problems and their potential solutions. Make a list of policy categories. Use an outline format to detail different policies under each category. Come up with appropriate consequences for breaking policy. Have clear policies regarding termination. Use clear, active language. Determine which tasks need detailed, outlined procedures. Collect necessary information for each procedure. Use all information to write clear procedures. Include a section on anti-discrimination policies. Make sure your policies are legal. Have employees sign any new drafts of your policies and procedures. Organize information into a logical order. Use images, charts, or diagrams. Make the manual accessible to all employees.
https://www.wikihow.com/Start-a-Conversation-with-a-Stranger	How to Start a Conversation with a Stranger	To start a conversation with a stranger, make eye contact with them and smile as you approach them so you appear friendly. Begin the conversation with small talk, like saying "I can't believe it's raining so much." Alternatively, look for a sign that they have something in common with you, such as remarking "I like your bike. I have the same one. What year is it?" If you're at a social event, get the host or a mutual friend to introduce you to the stranger you want to talk to, then introduce yourself.	Make eye contact before you approach. Eye contact shows interest and connection. If the person meets your gaze, you're off to a good start. Smile warmly, and make your way towards them. If they look away or appear disinterested, try making eye contact with someone else. Catch the person's eye, but don't glance away too quickly or stare them down. Hold eye contact for less than 2 seconds. Examine the person’s body language. Approach someone who has their arms and legs uncrossed and isn't busy or distracted by something (or someone) else. Once you start talking, notice whether the person is leaning toward you and actively engaged in conversation with you. Keep monitoring their body language as you speak. You might find that you focus so much on how you feel and come across that you miss cues about how the other person feels. Shift gears and start paying attention to how they look and if they appear comfortable. Make small talk if you want to build the conversation. It might be awkward if you open your conversation with a very personal question or deep inquiry. Start gradually by making some small talk. Comment about the weather, ask them about their weekend (or plans for the upcoming weekend), and be genuinely curious about their response. You can comment about the simplest thing and build a conversation off of that. For example, say, “I can't believe it's raining so much! I think I'll have to buy an industrial strength umbrella at this rate!” Ask open-ended questions to learn more about the person. Whether you're talking to a stranger in the doctor's office, the checkout person at the grocery store, or a cute guy or girl you see on the airplane, one of the best ways to start a conversation is by using open-ended questions. You want to get to know them, but don't lead with a personal question. Keep it light and casual. For example, if you're talking to a grocery clerk, ask them, “Have you tried this food before? What did you think?” Give the person a compliment if you like something about them. Most people enjoy receiving compliments, so this is a great way to start talking to someone. Notice something you like about the person and say something nice. Compliments make people feel good and more open to talking. Say, “I love your purse. It goes so well with your outfit.” If you want to be a little flirty, comment on the person's eyes, smile, or hair. Say, “You have a really pretty smile” or, “I love the color of your hair.” Disclose a little about yourself if you want to make them feel comfortable. Don't go into a long story about your ex or your boring workday. Instead, reveal a little about yourself to get the conversation started. Talking about yourself will show that you're open and will encourage the other person to be open, too. For example, say, “I'm getting a dog today and I'm so excited. Do you have any pets?” Find something that you have in common. One of the quickest ways to get to know somebody new is by finding a common interest. There might be something you notice off the bat (like that they're wearing a hat from the university you attended) or you might ask about their hobbies if you see a pair of boxing gloves or a gym bag. Then, build upon what you share. For example, say, “I like your bike! I have the same one. What year is it?” You can also say, “How old is your dog? I have a puppy at home – they've got so much energy!” Be respectful of physical boundaries. Avoid touching someone you've just met, unless the situation calls for it. For example, if you've just been introduced to someone, a friendly handshake is fine. However, going in for a hug is usually not appropriate. People may also feel uncomfortable if you stand too close to them or crowd them. Even if you're trying to offer someone physical assistance, ask their permission before touching them. For example, if you see someone trip and fall, ask, “Do you need help getting up? Can I take your hand?” Walk away from an unsuccessful attempt. Some strangers will be happy to talk to you while others may want their space. If someone appears clearly disinterested, moves away from you, or gives you short, one-word answers, it's probably time to move on. Try talking to someone else, instead. You can thank the person for their time and move away from them. Try mingling to see where you feel most comfortable. Most people attend social events to have a good time. Your opportunities should be plentiful to talk to people as most will be open to conversing with others. Try mingling and finding someone you want to talk to one-on-one. It's likely that social opportunities will arise without much effort. Talk to someone who easily engages you and makes you feel comfortable. Ask the host or a mutual friend to introduce you to people. Having a mutual friend can make a party or social event much easier. If you know someone there, have them introduce you to a new person and tell you a bit about them. This can help break the ice and give you an 'in' with another partygoer. You can ask the person how they know your friend or how they met. For example, your mutual friend might say, “Aya, this is Annie. You both enjoy mountain biking and I thought you should meet.” Ask questions related to the event. The social event itself can provide a good starting point for conversations. Ask someone how they knew about the event or who else they know there. You can also ask logistical questions, such as, “Do you know what time things kick off?” or, “What time does the speaker come on? It's my first time here.” Go up to someone and ask, “How did you hear about this party?” or, “It's hard to get an invite here. Who else do you know?” Gather around food or drinks. There's a reason why people meet up over food, as food naturally brings people together. If you're at a social event and want to talk to someone new, get to know them near the food table or ask to sit (or stand) next to them while eating together. It's easy to comment on food and create a conversation around it. Ask someone if they want a drink and go get it for them or stand next to them in the food line and strike up a conversation about the food. For example, you can say, “I really like this drink. What do you think?” You can also say, “Wow, have you tried the bread? I recommend having a slice. What do you think they seasoned it with?” Join in on an activity that other people are doing together. If you see some people about to start a game or go do an activity, ask to join in. Breaking off into a smaller group of people can help you feel more comfortable and make speaking to someone specific easier. For example, if people are going to go watch a television show or a video clip together, go along. Then, ask someone, “What other television shows do you watch?” and find some commonalities to talk about. Offer some help. If someone looks lost and you know the area, offer to help them navigate. Giving some help is not only a kind thing to do, it can also open up a conversation. Maybe you and the person are going the same direction and can walk together. Whether it's someone who looks lost or another person who needs help with their groceries, be willing to lend a hand. It might lead to making a new friend. Ask them where they’re from. Especially if you're in a big city or somewhere that gets regular visitors, asking someone where they're from can be a great conversation opener. Learning someone's story of how they came to live or vacation there is almost always interesting and is a talking point you can build upon. For example, if you're at a concert, ask the person next to you where they're from. Maybe they traveled a long distance to get there or they randomly showed up. Use humor to make them laugh. Humor is one of the easiest ways to connect with people, especially if they're strangers. People tend to feel more open and comfortable when laughing. Point out something funny happening around you and share the experience with someone you don't know. Say a joke, make a comment, or show them something funny that you noticed. Join in with an activity. If you're in a public space with lots of people, get involved with an event or gathering of people. For example, if there's a drum circle, join in and make some music. If you see a street performer, stop and watch with other people. Not only can these be fun experiences, they can also bring you together with other people who have stopped. Then, initiate a conversation over a shared experience. Attend free concerts and food festivals. See what events happen in your community and show up with the intent of meeting people. Comment about something work-related. When meeting someone in a professional context, try to keep it work-related and professional at first. You might not want to get buddy-buddy with them upfront as this might look and feel unprofessional, especially if you're in a professional setting. Talk about work and any things you have in common. For example, you can say, “We're on the same project together. Hi, I'm Trevor.” Give positive feedback to someone. If you notice good work from somebody, comment on it. If you agree with somebody, say so out loud. If you're in a meeting, then talk to the person after the meeting to agree with them or discuss things further. For example, say, “I loved your presentation. I usually get bored, but yours was interesting and informative. Where did you find your videos?” Ask for advice. If you know that the person is an expert in an area that you'd like to know more about, ask them for information or helpful tips. Most people enjoy sharing their knowledge with others, and are pleased when people take an interest in what they do. For example, you might say, “Wow, you really know a lot about photo editing. Can you recommend some good software for a beginner?” Keep away from unprofessional topics that might turn the person off. There are certain topics that are rude or distasteful to bring up with a stranger, especially in a professional context. For example, don't go up to a woman and remark on her pregnancy. Stay away from political affiliation, religion, appearance (including weight), or overly personal disclosures (like that you're getting a divorce or that your uncle just died). Keep conversations neutral and not controversial. Choose neutral topics of interest, such as work-related events, conferences, and mutual friends.	Make eye contact before you approach. Examine the person’s body language. Make small talk if you want to build the conversation. Ask open-ended questions to learn more about the person. Give the person a compliment if you like something about them. Disclose a little about yourself if you want to make them feel comfortable. Find something that you have in common. Be respectful of physical boundaries. Walk away from an unsuccessful attempt. Try mingling to see where you feel most comfortable. Ask the host or a mutual friend to introduce you to people. Ask questions related to the event. Gather around food or drinks. Join in on an activity that other people are doing together. Offer some help. Ask them where they’re from. Use humor to make them laugh. Join in with an activity. Comment about something work-related. Give positive feedback to someone. Ask for advice. Keep away from unprofessional topics that might turn the person off.
https://www.wikihow.com/Discipline-a-4-Year-Old	How to Discipline a 4 Year Old	To discipline a 4 year-old, start by establishing rules with your child. At most, you should create 4 or 5 clear rules that, if broken, will have consequences, like going to "time-out" or having to go to the "naughty chair." Keep in mind that corporal punishment, like spanking, is not effective and can be very damaging for children. You can also prevent the need for discipline by keeping your child entertained with toys, games, and stories and by sectioning off spaces where they are likely to get into trouble.	Set up your home to prevent the need to discipline. You can create an environment in your home that saves you and your child from the needing to work on discipline unless it is necessary. By setting your home up so that it is safe and child-friendly, you will prevent having to create too many rules or say “no” too often throughout the day. Use child-proofing devices to keep cupboards closed. Close doors to rooms where young children won't be safe if they are on their own. Use child-proof barriers or gates to block unsafe areas like stairs. Have lots of things for children to play with. Young children love to play, and playing is important to their healthy development. You don't need to have expensive toys – children can have a wonderful play time with cardboard boxes, inexpensive toys, or pots and pans. Sometimes the simplest things can spark children's imagination, so if you cannot afford expensive toys, do not feel guilty. Bring toys and snacks with you when you leave home. Children can misbehave when they are bored or hungry. Be sure that you leave home with toys your child enjoys playing with and with snacks that are healthy and appealing. Work with your child to create age-appropriate rules. Children who are four years old will probably enjoy being active participants in creating rules. Take the time to work with your child to make rules that are reasonable. This will help your child to have a clear sense of your expectations. Because they participated in creating the rules, they will be more willing to follow them and you will be helping them to learn self-control. Choose rules carefully and don’t make too many rules. Children this age will be overwhelmed if there are too many rules to remember. A four-year-old might ignore rules if there are too many, or could feel frustrated and act out that frustration trying to follow too many rules. Work with caregivers to help them understand the rules you and your child have agreed upon. Do not use punishment especially corporal punishment. It used to be more common to teach children how to act by punishing undesirable behaviour. Experts in early childhood development brain scientists, education experts, and psychologists now agree that punishment is not the best way to help children learn desirable behaviours. Children grow up healthier and happier when they are disciplined using more positive methods. The science is in on the efficacy of corporal punishment: spanking or otherwise hitting children, including young children, does not work and has all kinds of negative effects. Reliable scientific studies have shown that spanking or other forms of hitting children can alter their brain development, predispose them to mood disorders later in life, and actually keep them from learning how to control their own behaviour. Understand why children misbehave. Young children might misbehave because they are hungry, tired, or bored. Or, they might not understand the rules that you have set out for them. Children might also misbehave because they are confused or because they do not want to stop doing something. If a child asks you questions about the rules you have set up, then that is a clue that they do not understand what is expected of them. Take the time to help the child understand what is expected of them. Use clear and simple language, and be prepared to patiently repeat the information now and later on. Be flexible. Four-year-olds need you to be flexible and patient. It is absolutely normal for children this age to not be able to follow rules all the time. When children make mistakes, the best tactic is to be supportive instead of angry. When a mistake happens, turn this into a learning opportunity for you and your child. Talk with your child about what she or he can learn from the experience and why it is important for them to follow the rule in the future. Be supportive and respectful when your four-year-old makes a mistake. Children this age are not capable of acting perfectly. They are learning what rules are and how to follow them – making mistakes is a normal and important part of the learning process. If your child makes a mistake for example, going into a bedroom and waking up a family member who is sleeping, even though the rule is to allow that person to sleep in after working late understand that your child is truly not capable of doing things perfectly. Affection for their family member might overwhelm their desire to follow the rules at this age. Patiently talking with your child is the best approach. Be consistent with rules. Kids need consistency so it's clear to them what is and isn't okay. If you allow something one day and not the next, a four-year-old can easily be confused. This confusion can lead to behaviour that you see as misbehaviour but is just your child's response to a situation that they do not understand. If you decide that after-preschool snacks should be fruit or vegetables only, when you have allowed candy or other treats in the past, then be sure to talk with your child about the change and then stick to your plan. Going back to cookies and milk will confuse your child. Four-year-olds who are confused about a rule might start to ignore a rule. Remember that this is not the child's fault. It is important to be consistent so that your child is able to understand what is expected of them. Share stories about rules and routines. Four-year-olds love stories, and stories are an important way for young children to learn about themselves, others, and the world. Stories can help children to cope with the feelings they have and help them to know that they are not the only one who has a particular type of experience. Sharing stories with young children can help them to feel that their caregivers understand how they feel. One classic children's book about rules is “Where The Wild Things Are,” by Maurice Sendak. The main character, Max, breaks the rules in this book. Children may enjoy discussing this story and applying Max's situation to their own life experiences. Guide children to change their behaviour. When you need to intervene to help a child to change her or his behavior, start by giving the child the time she or he needs to respond. Your voice should be calm and firm, and you should go to your child and bend over so that the two of you can communicate directly with eye contact. Then tell your child what you would like her or him to stop doing, and what she or he should do instead. If your child will need to stop doing something they enjoy, make sure to prepare them for the change. For example, let them know that bedtime is coming in five minutes so that they have the time they need to prepare for the change. Use age-appropriate "consequences. " The most effective use of consequences is combined with reasoning, or verbally helping the child understand and connect his actions to the given consequences. However, this is not enough. Consequences must be consistent and followed through with in order to be effective in changing behavior. "Time-outs" or using a " time-out stool " are popular ways to help children understand consequences and to calm down when they have misbehaved. Choose four or five rules that, if broken, will result in the child having to sit in a calm boring spot for a "time-out" or time on the "naughty chair." Make sure the child understands in advance what rules will result in a time-out. Each time the child breaks one of the rules, assign them in a calm and neutral manner - to their time-out space. Experts recommend no more than one minute per year of a child's age for time-outs (i.e., a maximum of four minutes for a four-year-old). When the time-out is finished, praise your child for successfully completing their time-out. Another possible "consequence" some parents use is removing the object or stopping the activity involved in the child's undesirable behavior. Remove the object temporarily or stop an activity and move on to doing something else. If you choose to use consequences, then make sure to follow the child's undesirable behavior immediately with the consequence. Four-year-olds are not able to "connect the dots" otherwise. Give positive feedback for a job well done. When your child cooperates, always be sure to praise him or her. All children, but especially young children, benefit from having their accomplishments praised. This builds their self-confidence, but is also a positive way of reinforcing the correct behavior.	Set up your home to prevent the need to discipline. Have lots of things for children to play with. Bring toys and snacks with you when you leave home. Work with your child to create age-appropriate rules. Choose rules carefully and don’t make too many rules. Do not use punishment especially corporal punishment. Understand why children misbehave. Be flexible. Be consistent with rules. Share stories about rules and routines. Guide children to change their behaviour. Use age-appropriate "consequences. Give positive feedback for a job well done.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Money-As-a-Webcam-Model	How to Make Money As a Webcam Model	To make money as a webcam model, start by joining a webcam site that uses a tipping system so you can make your profit. While you're comparing websites, choose the one that gives you a larger percentage of the profits. When you set up your profile, try to incorporate keywords that a lot of viewers are looking for, like, “Curvy,” “Busty,” and “Cute,” to help attract your target audience. You should also try to let your fun, playful personality shine through, which is equally important to creating your own brand. When your viewers comment on your streams, try to respond to them as much as possible and perform their requests if you feel comfortable to encourage them to tip you and come back for more. You can also make your videos look more professional by getting a good quality camera and studio lighting when you can afford it.	Find a site that hosts streaming webcam videos. Many sites host videos but keep in mind that all of them take a percentage of what you make. Therefore, it's a good idea to shop around and find the best deal overall. Don't be fooled by the phrase "make up to X amount," as that just tells you what the top earners are making. Instead, look at what percentage they take from your overall tips. It's also smart to look at reviews of each site. You may find that some sites are considered better because they offer better traffic or less restrictive rules. Sites can take anywhere from 20% to 70% of the profits. Review the token or tipping system. Before deciding on a site, take a look at how its tipping system works. Many sites work on a token system, where customers buy tokens and then spend them on live webcam videos like yours. However, typically these systems aren't 1-to-1 with any currency, meaning 1 token doesn't equal $1 USD or whatever currency you're using. It's a good idea to figure out the tipping system so you know what you're making when the tokens roll in. Set up your home studio with a webcam and lighting. You can start out with just your computer or phone's camera and basic home lighting. However, the better quality you have, the more likely you are to draw customers. Think about your background and what you want your customers to see when you go live. For instance, if you want to set a romantic mood, try softly lighting up your face and then having candles in the background. Pick a unique screen name to distinguish yourself from other models. A screen name can help set your brand. For instance, choose a fun and cutesy nickname if that's how you plan to act on camera. If you're more into music or art, you may want to focus on that. In the end, though, the most important thing is it must be unique. You may not want to use your real first name when setting up a screen name. While webcamming is generally safe, using any real information can give bad guys tips on how to find you offline and things like blackmailing and doxing can happen if you're not careful. Block out countries or states if your website allows it. If you're going to be on the internet, you must come to terms with the fact that people you know may see you. However, to make it easier on you, some sites allow you to block access from certain countries, so you're less likely to be seen by someone you know. That way, you can block access to the state you live in or the country. Add descriptions to your profile to help with search results. Many customers are looking for particular things. You can use physical descriptions, such as "curvy," "thick," and/or "busty." You can also add words that describe what you'd like to do on your channel, such as "flirting," "playing music," and/or "eating." Try to come up with a brand and stick with it. For instance, maybe you want to focus on playing artsy music most of the time with a little bit of sexual fantasy on the side. Focus on words that would draw users to your channel, such as "guitar," "acoustic," or "playing naked." Set up a wishlist on a website like Amazon. While tips are the main way you'll make money, you can also be rewarded in other ways, such as when customers buy items off your wishlist and send them to you. You can put anything you want on your wishlist, set it to public, and then post it on your profile. Make sure to keep your address private when creating the list. Also, it's a good idea to set up a PO box to help keep your own address anonymous. Decide what you're willing to do before you go live. You need to have boundaries, as customers will ask you to do all kinds of things. You can say "no" to whatever you want, but you should decide ahead of time what you feel okay doing and what you don't feel okay doing. For instance, you may be willing to do partial nudity but not full nudity. You may be willing to perform certain sexual acts but not others, or you may decide you don't want to do any kind of sexual act at all. There's a niche out there for every kind of channel, but in general, you tend to get more money if you are willing to do more. Stay on for at least 2-3 hours each time you get on. If you just log on for an hour and go offline, you're less likely to draw people in. Traffic can increase at odd times, so you should commit to several hours in hopes of hitting the site when traffic is higher. After working a while, you will likely be able to gauge better when traffic is going to be higher. Focus on your personality to draw people in. Looks are far less important than your personality. No matter what you look like, someone out there will find you attractive. However, most successful webcammers gain followers by being themselves and engaging customers in conversations. You can have a "hook," like putting on makeup, reading books, or even eating, but you can also just sit and chat with people. Think of the people on the other end as your friends and just chat to the camera like you're chatting to them. Use your customers' responses to keep the conversation going! When they respond to what you're saying by text, read it out loud and respond on camera. Watch your customers' requests to increase your chances of tips. While you're online, your customers may make requests of you. Some of these may be sexual, though not all of them will be. For instance, some people may want you to do something as simple as sing a song. Depending on the website, customers may pay more to go to a private chat. You still have control over what you do, though! Develop relationships with your customers. You don't have to (or probably even want to, for safety's sake) give out your number or home address. However, you will likely develop regular customers who visit often. While webcamming is sexual, it's also just about hanging out with a group of people for several hours. Talk to them and respond to their questions as much as you're able. Try not to get discouraged when you don't make as many tips. It takes time to build up followers, and you're going to have days when you don't make anything at all. However, if you're consistently having those days, you may want to rethink how you're running your channel. Have fun while you're on camera. Try not to look like you're bored out of your mind! That turns customers off. On the other hand, trying too hard can be just as much of a turnoff. Generally, customers are looking for real people just being themselves so just enjoy yourself and have fun! If you're not a bouncy, flirty person, that's fine! However, you should show some enthusiasm for what you're doing. Treat your customers with kindness, as if you're talking to a friend. That is, the people who get on these sites tend to either by dedicated to their work or unhappily married. The common factor is they're lonely! So try things like asking how their day is going or what was good about work. Most of the time, they just want to feel like they're getting attention from somewhere. Curate an online presence off the webcam sites. You could set up social media sites dedicated to your webcam work to engage customers and expand your followers. It also helps to set up a personal website , particularly if you want to sell items on the side, as the webcam site may not allow you to sell items. Keep in mind, though, that the more expand your web presence, the more likely people you know are to find you. Work with other webcam models to increase traffic. While it can be difficult to make friends in the industry, working or even living with other webcam models can make it easier on you. For one thing, doing videos together will get you more views and higher traffic, as customers are always interested in something different. Plus, you can share lighting and other background equipment as needed. Try talking to other models in their shows. However, keep in mind that because the industry is so competitive, it may take a while to find other people who are receptive to the idea. You could also try finding people on social media and online forums. Sharing rent and other expenses will help keep your bills low. Run contests to drive traffic and tips. Contests can be anything you want them to be. For instance, you can pledge to write a song for the highest bidder or run a contest to see if you should cut your hair or not. Have people vote for either side by tipping you so that you make money off the contest! Of course, it has to be something you're willing to do and something that intrigues your customer base. Raffle off items to earn extra money. The items can be whatever you want, from something they see on camera all the time (a candle) to even things like a date or your underwear. You can also sell items on the side, such as photo sets or videos. Capitalize on what your customers seem to want! To raffle an item, show it on your live video. Ask people to bid, and at the end, ask the highest bidder to pay you on the site in tokens. Then get their address privately to send the item to them.	Find a site that hosts streaming webcam videos. Review the token or tipping system. Set up your home studio with a webcam and lighting. Pick a unique screen name to distinguish yourself from other models. Block out countries or states if your website allows it. Add descriptions to your profile to help with search results. Set up a wishlist on a website like Amazon. Decide what you're willing to do before you go live. Stay on for at least 2-3 hours each time you get on. Focus on your personality to draw people in. Watch your customers' requests to increase your chances of tips. Develop relationships with your customers. Try not to get discouraged when you don't make as many tips. Have fun while you're on camera. Treat your customers with kindness, as if you're talking to a friend. Curate an online presence off the webcam sites. Work with other webcam models to increase traffic. Run contests to drive traffic and tips. Raffle off items to earn extra money.
https://www.wikihow.com/Apply-Rolled-Roofing	How to Apply Rolled Roofing	To apply rolled roofing, you'll need your roof measurements, a broom, chalk to mark lines, a razor blade to cut the material, roofing cement, nails, and a hammer to hold down the material. Visit your local hardware store and ask for enough rolled roofing to fit the area of your roof. At home, you'll need to lay out all the roofing on the ground, and use a razor to cut it into sections that will fit on your roof. When you're ready to lay it, use a broom to clean off the roof's surface. Once that's done, you can apply roofing cement to the area and press down the rolled roofing. To secure the squares, you'll need to hammer nails along the edge of each roofing piece. Then, you'll repeat this process until your entire roof is covered.	Measure your roof to find out how much material you need. If you can, get a friend or someone else to help you. Use a long measuring tape. If your roof is rectangular or square on either side, it's easy to work out the measurements. Measure the length and width and multiply them to find the area of the roof. If your roof is not uniform and has different sections of different sizes, measure 1 section at a time. Multiply each length and width to find the area of each section. Add the section areas together to find the total area of the roof. Get an extra 5-10% of material to account for overhangs and overlap. Purchase the appropriate amount of rolled roofing. Go to your local hardware or building supplies store and ask for enough rolled roofing to fit the area of your roof. Rolled roofing comes in rolls, much like carpet. You can cut the roll to fit corners and other areas. Take proper safety precautions when you're on your roof. For safety purposes, it's a good idea to have someone with you when you're walking around on a roof. Never go up on your roof when it's wet or if rain is forecast. Roofs become very slippery when wet. Even when it's dry, watch your footing and move slowly when walking on a slanted roof. Wear footwear with proper grip on the soles. Don't go up on your roof with canvas shoes or sneakers on. Clean the roof before starting the roofing. Before you apply your rolled roofing, you should make sure it's free of excess dirt, grime, or any other substance. Use a brush to sweep away any leaves and dirt or use a leaf blower to blow debris from the top down to the edges. If you can, hose down the roof from the ground or a ladder. Wear long pants, work gloves, and shoes with deep ridges so they have a good grip. Never go on top of the roof to hose it. Hose it from a safe area where you are in no danger of falling from the roof. Make sure your roof is completely dry before installing your roofing. Have a friend with you to help or alert other people in case you lose your footing on the roof. If you have gutters, clear them out with gloves and a bucket. Lay all of your materials out on the floor. So you don't get confused later in the process, it's a good idea to take stock of all your items before you start. Roll out the roofing sheets and lay them flat on the ground. Place bricks in the corner to keep it down and reduce resistance later. If you're doing this in the winter, roll your roofing sheets out in a garage. Cold weather damages roofing sheets. Cut pieces into 12–18 feet (3.7–5.5 m) sections and lay them out flat in your yard. Let them flatten in the sun for a day. If the temperature drops below 45 °F (7 °C), keep the roofing in your garage or inside. Mark a chalk line to identify the end of your first layer. Using a measuring tape, measure 35 inches (89 cm) up from the bottom of the roof and make a mark with chalk. The measurement of 35 inches (89 cm) is the default measurement used by most roofing professionals. Use a ruler or meter stick to draw the chalk line across the roof. Avoid using eaves as guides as they are not necessarily placed at the same height across the roof. Apply roofing cement to the roof. Use a trowel to scoop up the roofing cement. Spread the roofing cement along the edges of your roof so it's about ⁄ 8 – ⁄ 4 inch (3.2–6.4 mm) thick. You can get roofing cement at the local hardware or building supplies store. Apply the cement in stages. Do the bottom part of the roof before you start working on that section, apply it to the middle before you start working there, and so on. Use the chalk lines as the borders of each section. Always wear gloves when working with roofing cement. Read the instructions on the side of the roofing cement container before you begin. Cut the rolled roofing to the right size using a razor knife. The rolled roofing should reach the chalk line when you lay it down and should stretch from 1 side of the roof to the other. You'll need to use plenty of pressure with the razor knife to cut the rolled roofing material. Place the first layer of rolled roofing on the roof. As you place the rolled roofing down, stretch it to get rid of wrinkles and creasing. Push the rolled roofing down into the wet cement to secure it to the roof. The first layer should cover the roof as far as the chalk line. Hammer nails into the rolled roofing to secure it. Make sure you use a strong hammer and 1 inch (2.5 cm) roofing nails. Hammer the nails in at 10 inches (25 cm) intervals across the roof. Ensure that you hammer the nails properly into the roof, don't leave the nails sticking up above the layer. Be careful when working with a hammer and nails on a roof. Make sure you have a stable grip on the roof. Measure and mark another chalk line above the first layer. Use your measuring tape again to measure up 32 inches (81 cm) above the first layer. The shorter length is because you'll be laying part of the second layer on top of the first layer. Draw the chalk line across the length of the roof. Apply roofing cement and secure the second layer to the roof. Get your trowel and another scoop of cement and apply it on the roof below the second chalk line. Once the cement is spread across the roof, it's time to place the second layer down. As mentioned above, place the first 6 inches (15 cm) of the second layer on top of the first layer. When nailing the second layer into the roof, make sure you nail the first and second layers together. Repeat this process for the rest of the roof. Cover the nails with cement to secure them in place. When you have all of your layers applied and your roof is covered in rolled roofing, use cement to cover your nails. This will seal the nails into the rolled roofing. Trim the edges of the layers and seal the edges. Use your razor knife to remove any excess rolled roofing. Take special note of the corners and edges of the roof. When you're finished trimming, test the edges to see if you can lift them. If you can lift the edges, use some more cement to seal them in place. Clean the rolled roofing before you finish. Have another look at the roofing and use a brush to remove any excess dirt or other materials. There shouldn't be that much dirt on the roof at this point of the process. Once the roof is clean, you're finished.	Measure your roof to find out how much material you need. Purchase the appropriate amount of rolled roofing. Take proper safety precautions when you're on your roof. Clean the roof before starting the roofing. Lay all of your materials out on the floor. Mark a chalk line to identify the end of your first layer. Apply roofing cement to the roof. Cut the rolled roofing to the right size using a razor knife. Place the first layer of rolled roofing on the roof. Hammer nails into the rolled roofing to secure it. Measure and mark another chalk line above the first layer. Apply roofing cement and secure the second layer to the roof. Cover the nails with cement to secure them in place. Trim the edges of the layers and seal the edges. Clean the rolled roofing before you finish.
https://www.wikihow.com/Learn-Japanese	How to Learn Japanese	If you want to speak Japanese, start by watching Japanese movies or TV shows that fit your interests. You can also listen to Japanese audio learning CDs, which will help you get familiar with basic vocabulary words and pronunciation. Then, download flashcards from the internet to help you study vocabulary and simple phrases. If you'd like more guidance, try attending a local Japanese language class.	Learn the Japanese writing systems. Japanese language has four writing systems, each of which is composed of different characters. This may sound like a lot to learn, but every word in Japanese, regardless of which writing system it comes from, is pronounced with some combination of only 46 basic sounds. Sorting out the different writing systems and their uses is an important part of learning Japanese. Here's a brief overview: Hiragana is a Japanese syllabary, phonetic characters that make up one Japanese writing system. Unlike the English alphabet, each character stands for one syllable, which may include a vowel and a consonant sound. Katakana is also a syllabary, most often used for foreign words or onomatopoeic sounds (like bang or squeak). Together, hiragana and katakana account for the entire range of sounds in the Japanese language. Kanji are Chinese characters that were adopted as a Japanese writing system. Whereas hiragana and katakana are simply phonetic letters, kanji are ideograms, characters which have meaning. There are thousands of kanji characters, with about 2000 in common use. Hiragana and katakana were derived from these characters. The same 46 sounds that are used to pronounce hiragana and katakana are also used to pronounce kanji. The Latin alphabet is used in Japanese to write acronyms, company names, and other words for aesthetic reasons. Called Romaji ("Roman letters"), Japanese can also be written in Latin letters. This is not done in Japan, but it is used by beginning Japanese speakers to "spell out" Japanese characters. However, there are many sounds in Japanese which are difficult to express in Latin letters, and many homonyms (many more than English) which become confusing. Therefore, students of Japanese are encouraged to begin learning Japanese characters as soon as possible, and avoid using Latin letters as a crutch. Practice Japanese pronunciation. The 46 sounds in the Japanese language are composed of one of five vowel sounds or a combination of a vowel and a consonant, with the exception of one sound composed of only a consonant. Vowel sounds are not inflected (unlike in English, where "a" in apple vs ace are different). You can start practicing pronunciation by learning how to pronounce each character in hiragana and katakana. See this site for examples of how to pronounce the sounds. Focus on the intonation of the different sounds. Variations on the sounds change the meaning of the words you speak. A long syllable may have a completely different meaning from the same sound made shorter ("o" vs. "oo"). Learn variations on the basic sounds. Japanese characters may add marks to indicate that they should be pronounced slightly differently, sometimes changing the meaning of the words they make up. This similar to "s" sometimes sounding like "z" in English. Hard consonant sounds are pronounced with a hard stop in between two sounds. Long vowel sounds, pronounced by holding the vowel sound for an extra beat, are distinguished from short sounds, indicating a different word. Get to know Japanese grammar. Knowing a few basic grammatical rules will help you start understanding Japanese and creating your own sentences. Japanese grammar is simple and flexible, so it's easy to string words together in a way that makes sense. The subject is optional and may be omitted. The predicate is always at the end of the sentence. Nouns do not have gender. Most also don't have separate plural forms. Verbs do not change according to the subject (he/she/it). They also don't change according to number (singular/plural, like I/we or he/they). Particles, which mark words as subject, object, etc., always follow the word to which they relate. Personal pronouns (I, you, etc.) differ according to the level of politeness and formality that is needed in each situation. Get audio learning software. After learning the basics, it's time to get some outside instruction so you can improve your skills. If you are learning Japanese for fun because you like Japanese culture such as manga and anime or for travel, an audio learning CD might be all you need. Just spending an hour a day can build up grammar usage and teach you simple stock phrases and useful vocabulary. Listen to the software during your commute to work or have it ready on your portable music player for lunch and breaks or walks in the park. It isn't necessary to learn the reading and writing to enjoy the language and culture, so if you plan on taking a short trip to Japan, knowing a few useful phrases will be more practical than cramming obscure characters into your brain. Sign up for classes. If you are learning for business or you want to live in Japan, consider enrolling in a college level course, an intensive language program, or online classes. Learning to read and write will be crucial to your long term success, and having a mentor during the early stages is ideal for developing good study habits and asking all the questions you will have about Japanese language and culture. Study the writing systems. Begin studying all four writing styles early on if literacy is important for your purpose of learning the language. Hiragana and katakana can be learned in a few weeks, and you can use them to write anything you want in Japanese. Around 2,000 kanji are currently in common use in Japanese, so it typically takes several years to learn, but it's worth it if you want to actually be able to understand and speak Japanese. Use flashcards to learn vocabulary and simple phrases. They can be used while waiting for a meeting, on a train, and so on. Some free cards can be found on the web to get you started, or you can buy higher quality cards at most college bookstores or online. To practice kanji, look for cards that show stroke order (how to write the character) represented in calligraphy on one side and have example compound words on the other side. You can pick up a pack of blank 3x5 cards to make your own flash cards with exactly what you want to learn. Participate in class discussions and activities. Do all of your homework, raise your hand a lot, and be as involved as you can to make the most of language classes. If you don't, your skills will not improve. Join a Japanese language conversation group. Conversation groups abound and are usually easily found with a simple Internet search or phone call to your local civic center or library. Train your ears to pick out what is being said. Even if you don't understand it, try to repeat what was said so you can begin to pick it apart and develop comprehension. Make Japanese friends with whom you can regularly practice. Lots of Japanese people want to learn English, so you may be able to find some who are willing to help you in exchange for help in English. Simply having friends to trade notes with can help everyone improve their abilities. Do things with your friends that involve language but aren't "study time." If your Japanese friends haven't lived in your country very long, show them around town. Go sightseeing. Remember, you have to blow off steam regularly or you'll get stressed out about all those Kanji you have to memorize. Having fun is the best way to accomplish two goals at the same time. On the days when you don't have outings, call up a friend every day and have a half-hour conversation during which you speak only Japanese. The more practice you get, the faster you will improve. Consume Japanese media. Whether it's the newspaper, a novel, a movie, or a show, read or watch Japanese language media every day. There is lots of TV content on the internet, from comedy to game shows to drama. Find something which fits your interests and learning will be much easier. Japanese newspapers will expose you to the most practical vocabulary and grammar. As you improve, read novels, which will give you a warmer style of writing. Mix things up by watching classic Japanese films and anime without subtitles, or with Japanese character subtitles. Comic books (Manga) can make good reading material, but be aware that the level of sophistication varies greatly. A more mature, literary comic might be good practice (especially since the illustrations help you understand what you are reading), something intended for smaller children is likely to be full of sound effects and slang. Be careful about repeating what you've read in a comic book. Study in Japan. This is simply the best way to practically apply what you have learned and learn more. It's a very exciting and unpredictable experience to immerse yourself in another culture, even for a short period. Even if you have researched exhaustively, actually experiencing a place will expose you to things you could never have imagined. If you're enrolled in a college or university, ask about programs to study in Japan. This is one of the best ways to gain long-term exposure to Japanese language, and you may be eligible for financial aid. Don't be discouraged if you do not understand everything that is said to you or you can't read or write as well as you expected. It takes many years to become fluent in another language. The intricacies and nuances of the Japanese language make it difficult to master, but they are also part of its beauty.	Learn the Japanese writing systems. Practice Japanese pronunciation. Learn variations on the basic sounds. Get to know Japanese grammar. Get audio learning software. Sign up for classes. Join a Japanese language conversation group. Make Japanese friends with whom you can regularly practice. Consume Japanese media. Study in Japan.
https://www.wikihow.com/Find-Rich-Men	How to Find Rich Men	To find rich men, consider working in industries like art, antiques, luxury cars, jets, and yachts where you're most likely to meet them. Charity events like silent auctions, golf tournaments, polo matches, and anything involving a cultural or medical institution are also excellent places to meet wealthy men. Additionally, try hanging out at upscale bars, lounges, and restaurants to increase your chances.	Watch their number grow. While wealth is a relative concept, many associate it with being a “millionaire.” Knowing the precise number of single millionaire men in the U.S., or the world for that matter, isn't a figure easily determined. What is clear, however, is that the overall number of millionaires is rising. In fact, 1 out of every 13 households (all kinds) in the U.S. has at least $1 million in assets. One out of every 100 has at least $25 million in assets. How are they making their money? In a variety of ways. Extremely wealthy men are often in business, working at hedge funds and in other areas of finance and investing. A growing number of men are making extreme amounts of money as tech and web entrepreneurs. And real estate; media, sports and entertainment; oil and gas; and other business ventures continue to be lucrative and popular areas. There are also a large number of men making very good money in medicine, dentistry, the law, engineering, and, one mustn't forget, in corner offices serving as CEOs. Take a closer look at who they are. In general, they work close to 60- to 80-hour weeks and are often self-made, wealthy men. They did well in school, took calculated risks, and have a long-term plan. They're also high energy, visionary and extremely confident. Many live surprisingly modestly, are generally upbeat and recognize they're not the smartest person in the room, at least not on every issue, so they surround themselves with people who can help them fill in the gaps, and to fulfill their vision. Yet their confidence frequently bleeds into narcissistic behavior, and they often lack empathy for others. Feeling a sense of entitlement isn't foreign to them either. Learn what they want in a woman. Not all men are the same, obviously, but there are some generalities. They gravitate toward fit, attractive women who are well dressed. They have a tendency to feel entitled (there's that word again) to “arm candy” or a woman who can plan social schedules, play hostess and the like. Yet when surveyed, roughly 90% of men who are high-achieving and considered either successful or highly successful want a woman with a brain and who is also successful. Some say, in fact, there's been a significant shift toward brains over beauty. Research shows that when men occupy a higher social standing than women, they tend to choose young and beautiful women as partners. When they are more equal in social standing, intelligence, kindness and a good sense of humor rise to the top. Either way, they can also see a gold-digger a mile away, some say; it's not in their nature to be gullible. If it were, many wouldn't be where they are in life. Additionally, according to one study, 75% of wealthy men also have sex more frequently and have more sexual partners than men with less money. Discover where they live. The wealthy in general are concentrated on the coasts. California, Florida and the northeast are particularly popular spots. Rich, single men are a bit more scattered, and there are a few surprises. According to a study done by a market research firm, these are the top 10 cities in which to find them: 1) the San Francisco Bay area, 2) Anchorage, AK, 3) Washington, D.C./Baltimore, 4) Sheboygan, WI, 5) Naples, FL, 6) Minneapolis/St.Paul, 7) Rochester, MN, 8) Boston, 9) Fort Walton Beach, FL and 10) Dallas. Move close to where they live. While you may not be able to afford the most exclusive neighborhoods or buildings, you can find something not terribly far from where the real money resides. Get as close as you can. Or settle for a shoe in the box, right in the middle. In doing so, you'll be running errands, walking your dog, jogging, drinking your coffee, etc., in the same areas. In doing so, you're absorbing the culture and meeting people. This provides opportunities to become more relaxed amongst the rich and to be noticed at no (more) additional cost to you. If you can't afford to move, simply start getting your groceries in upscale neighborhoods. Drive your car to the high-end park for your morning jog and so forth. Look the part. If you want to be rich, you need to [look] rich. If you don't look and act the part, you likely won't close the deal. You want your look to be sexy but not so much that it crosses the line into looking sleazy. Sexy but sophisticated is the way to go, investing in only a few classic pieces that can be worn with a variety of other things. Look for them at consignment shops and online at websites like eBay. Also invest in 1-2, second-hand and versatile designer handbags. Accessories such as jewelry are also important, but these are more easily faked. Pearls are classic, for instance, and don't need to be real, and a pair of cubic zirconium stud earrings and a matching necklace will never go out of style and won't cost a fortune. Know the dress code of any event you attend and make sure you adhere to it. If you're not sure, it's always best to be a bit overdressed than underdressed. Avoid over-tanning, wearing too much makeup, and coloring your hair in ways that looks unnatural as it's not generally a classy look. Talk their talk. Even if you may not have been educated in finance or political theory, you need to be well versed in the things rich men discuss. Since they are often big players in business and politics, gain knowledge in these areas through reading newspapers daily – particularly the New York Times and The Wall Street Journal – in addition to local political and business publications. When you're unfamiliar with terms, concepts and historical contexts, look them up online. Being able to hold an intelligent conversation will help you stand out from others, and there will be many others. Also spend time learning about the things the rich enjoy, such as horse racing, sailing, the arts, fine jewelry, various cuisines, luxury cars, etc. Act like money doesn’t matter. The surest way to be dismissed as a gold-digger is to start asking him questions about the size of his bank account(s). The second surest way is to ask how much something he owns cost. The third surest way is to ask how much something he buys you cost. Avoid these topics … as you would with anyone else. Additionally, be very careful when asking around about how much a man is worth as your snooping could very easily make its way back to him. Work in the right industries or professions. Considering they work 60-to-80 hour weeks, one way to meet them is to work with them, near them or for them. If you have an M.B.A all the better as this will qualify you for jobs in many of the industries in which they work. Alternatively, consider areas in which they spend their money, such as the sale of art; antiques; luxury cars, jets, homes and yachts. Also think of areas such as interior design, personal training, architecture, nursing, jobs at charitable organizations, and those at country clubs and so forth that will expose you to a large pool of wealthy men. Stay away from jobs, however, in which you will wear a uniform as it can create a psychological barrier between you and the rich men you want to meet. Attend charity events. Charity balls, silent auctions, golf tournaments, polo matches, and anything involving a cultural or medical institution are excellent places to meet rich men. Often the less familiar the cause the richer the donors as the filthy rich often take pride in supporting charities few have heard of. Now, because you often either have to be invited to these events or because tickets can cost over a thousand dollars, the way to get in is to volunteer, particularly in fundraising. This provides you a sneak peek at the guest list, an invitation and the chance to meet people. To find out about these events, search for charities online in your city or in cities nearby. To learn the largest donors to various causes, look at the Chronicle of Philanthropy. Go to the right sporting events. Men love sports. Rich men particularly love golf, polo, horse racing, sailing, skiing and tennis. Learn how these sports are played. Familiarize yourself with the best players, the most prestigious events and locations, and the current news in the sports. Also consider joining your local racquet club and learn to play tennis, get lessons in golfing, take boating lessons and so forth not only for exposure to the rich but also to show you know how to do the kinds of things the rich do. Hang out at upscale bars, lounges and restaurants. When rich men decide to dine, go out for a night on the town or travel, they expect the best so will only go to the finest establishments. That's where you'll want to be. Posh hotel bars and the bars of 4-star steakhouses, where they'll have a drink before eating, are excellent places to position yourself. For the more shy rich man, look for the swanky lounge in exclusive neighborhoods. Don't go with a gaggle of girlfriends and never with another male; instead, go with one or two of your friends instead. Go to gallery openings. Rich men buy homes, as in plural, which require art to adorn the walls. This, along with social invitations they naturally receive in this area, means they attend many art exhibits, openings and auctions. Start by attending free openings (after you've read up about art history) and then move on to becoming a member of museums (it's not very expensive and gives you access to a variety of events). Volunteer at strategic places. Just as with charity events, volunteers are needed at many places like hospitals, political and socially oriented nonprofit organizations, museums and the like that will potentially put you into direct contact with wealthy men. Don't, for instance, underestimate the wealth of physicians in the United States. Specialists in areas like urology, gastroenterology, invasive cardiology and surgical orthopedics make about $400,000-500,000/year on average. Hospital administrators can make over a million per year. Join a wealthy dating website or app, or hire a professional. There are several websites that claim to help the wealthy find mates, or the non-wealthy find rich mates. The top ones are MillionaireMatch.com, SeekingMillionaires.com, Onluxy.com and SugarDaddie.com (though this one is a bit suspect and should be regarded as such). There are also a number of “millionaire matchmakers” whom you can hire to set you up with the wealthy. There's no guarantee you'll be accepted by the matchmaker, so work toward having everything else in place first to increase your success rate before going this route.	Watch their number grow. Take a closer look at who they are. Learn what they want in a woman. Discover where they live. Move close to where they live. Look the part. Talk their talk. Act like money doesn’t matter. Work in the right industries or professions. Attend charity events. Go to the right sporting events. Hang out at upscale bars, lounges and restaurants. Go to gallery openings. Volunteer at strategic places. Join a wealthy dating website or app, or hire a professional.
https://www.wikihow.com/Overcome-Trypophobia	How to Overcome Trypophobia	To overcome trypophobia, try to reduce your anxiety by meditating, doing some yoga, or simply taking a hot shower. If you feel up to it, you can try exposure therapy by looking at images that make you uncomfortable for as long as you can stand. Additionally, you can write down your thoughts and feelings about the images to help you understand the effects of your phobia. It might also help to talk to a friend or family member about your fear, since talking about something can help reduce its impact.	Understand trypophobia. People who have trypophobia suffer from an irrational fear of clusters of holes. Some examples of triggers include bubbles, lotus flowers, and aerated chocolate. Trypophobes report nausea, trembling, and severe anxiety when confronted with their triggers. Unlike some phobias that may dominate people's thoughts, trypophobia seems only to affect sufferers when they see holes. Know that trypophobia may have an evolutionary basis. Although little is known about the origins of trypophobia, some scientists have speculated that the phobia may have an evolutionary basis. Some venomous or poisonous animals have clustered hole patterns on their skin, so the reactions that some people have may be a survival response. For example, the blue-ringed octopus, and several venomous snakes have visual features that may help explain trypophobia. Identify your triggers. It is important you know what types of clusters of holes trigger your anxiety and other negative effects so that you can begin to confront these objects. Make a list of all of the things that seem to set off your trypophobia and how you react to them. For example, are you bothered by bubbles or anything resembling bubbles? Do honeycomb patterns bother you or just actual honeycombs? Are you upset by certain animals because of the patterns on their skin? Try to identify as many triggers as possible. Try to describe how your triggers make you feel as well. Do you get nauseous? Do you feel anxious? Do you tremble? Identify the specific reactions that you have to your triggers. If one type of clustered hole pattern is scarier to you than another, try ranking the items on your list. That way you can start by dealing with the least frightening one on your list and work your way up. Try to discover the underlying causes of your fear. Some people can trace their trypophobia to an event, which may help you to understand and deal with your fear. Think back to when your trypophobia started. Do you remember when you first discovered that clusters of holes are revolting or frightening to you? Like all phobias, there isn't just one answer. For everyone, it is different. Try to discover what it is that disturbs you, whether it's a bad memory, a bad experience, or just simply disgust. Educate yourself. One way to reduce the anxiety caused by an irrational fear is to learn the truth about the thing that you are afraid of. By educating yourself about the source of your fear, you can demystify it. Learning more about a source of fear is a very effective way to overcome it. For example, if you feel anxious when you see a lotus pod, learn more about the lotus and why it develops clusters of holes. What purpose do they serve? Learning about the reason for the clustered holes will help you to confront the source of your fear and perhaps even appreciate the shape for the function it serves. Confront your fears. While your first reaction to a clustered hole pattern may be to get away from it or shut your eyes and try to think of something else, this will only reinforce your fear. Instead, force yourself to confront the source of your fear and the way it makes you feel. This type of therapy is known as exposure therapy and it is the most effective way to treat a phobia, but it requires repeated exposure. Over time, you should become less sensitive to the things that trigger your anxiety. For example, if you come face to face with a cluster of holes that causes you to feel anxious, take a deep breath and then examine your feelings. What does the object make you want to do? How does it make you feel? What is irrational about your feelings? Try writing out your response to trigger objects and reframing them as normal thoughts and feelings toward the object. For example, you might record something like, “I feel nauseous and anxious when I see a honeycomb. It make me want to throw up.” Then, recognize that this thought is irrational and rewrite your reaction as it should be if you did not have the phobia. For example, “I feel amazed by the pattern of the honeycomb and I want to eat the honey.” Practice yoga, meditation, or another relaxation technique. If your anxiety is just too severe to confront the object at first, try using a relaxation technique to reduce your anxiety. Yoga and meditation are great techniques for relaxation, but you might also try progressive muscle relaxation, deep breathing, or simply take a long soothing shower. Find something that works for you and use it to help you deal with anxiety from your triggers. Consider taking a yoga or meditation class to learn some basics exercises that you can use a on a daily basis. Take good care of yourself. Exercise, healthy food, and adequate are all important components of good mental health. Your trypophobia may be taking a toll on you, so it is important to put extra effort into maintaining your health. Regular exercise, a healthy diet, and adequate sleep can also help to keep your anxiety under control. Make sure that you are devoting enough time to meeting your basic needs for exercise, food, and sleep every day. Aim for 30 minutes of exercise per day. Eat a balanced diet of healthy whole foods like fruit, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Get 7-9 hours of sleep per night. Determine if you need to seek help from a mental health therapist. If your fear of holes has become so intense that it is interfering with your ability to carry out normal activities and enjoy your life, you should seek the help of a licensed mental health therapist. For example, if you start avoiding certain activities due to your fear, then it is time to get help. Other signs that you may need to seek help include: feeling disabled, panicky, or depressed because of your fear feeling like your fear is unreasonable dealing with the fear for more than 6 months Understand what you can expect from a mental health therapist. A therapist can help you to better understand your trypophobia and help you find ways to minimize its impact on your life. Keep in mind that dealing with a profound fear takes time and effort. It can take a while before your fears become manageable, but some people see a dramatic improvement in just 8-10 therapy sessions. Some of the strategies that your therapist might use include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy If you are afraid of holes, you may have certain thought processes that intensify your fear. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a method that therapists use to get you to challenge your thoughts and identify the emotions associated with those thoughts. For example, you may think to yourself, “I can't go outside because I might see a flower that has holes in it.” Your therapist will challenge you to realize that this thought is unrealistic, perhaps by pointing out that the flower can't hurt you. Then, you will be challenge to revise the thought so that it is more realistic, such as, “I might see a flower with holes in it if I go outside, but it can't hurt me. I can always look away if it bothers me.” Exposure Therapy If you are afraid of holes, you may start avoiding certain situations, activities, and places that intensify your fear. Exposure therapy will force you to confront that fear head on. In this type of therapy, your therapist will either ask you to imagine that you are in the situation you have been avoiding or they will ask you to actually put yourself into the situation. For example, if you have been avoiding going outside because you are afraid you might see something with holes in it, your therapist may ask you to imagine that you are outside and surrounded by holes. Later, your therapist may challenge you to actually go outside and look at things with holes in them. Medications If your fear of holes is causing you to have severe anxiety or panic attacks, your therapist may refer you to a psychiatrist who can prescribe medicine that may help you. Keep in mind that the medicines used to treat anxiety associated with fear will only reduce your anxiety temporarily. They will not take care of the root cause. Discuss your fear of holes with someone you trust. It's always good to talk to someone about your fears or anxiety. Try to open up to someone about your fear to start dealing with it. Talk to a family member, a friend, or a counselor about your fear and how it affects you in your daily life. Consider joining an online forum if you don't feel comfortable sharing your fear with any of your family or friends just yet. You may find that others have similar concerns and experiences that may help you to feel less alone. They may also suggest methods that they've used for dealing with the stress associated with trypophobia.	Understand trypophobia. Know that trypophobia may have an evolutionary basis. Identify your triggers. Try to discover the underlying causes of your fear. Educate yourself. Confront your fears. Practice yoga, meditation, or another relaxation technique. Take good care of yourself. Determine if you need to seek help from a mental health therapist. Understand what you can expect from a mental health therapist. Discuss your fear of holes with someone you trust.
https://www.wikihow.com/Open-a-Car-Dealership	How to Open a Car Dealership	To open a car dealership, start by performing a market analysis to evaluate customer demand and determine what type of dealership would do well. Next, add up the costs of starting the business, such as the vehicle inventory and employee payroll, and secure financing from a bank. Then, fill out an application with the state authority to secure a license to sell cars. If you are building a dealership from scratch, you'll also need building permits from the city.	Perform market research. The first step in any business venture is to determine if there is a demand for your product or service. Once you determine the demand, you need to consider how your company might attract some of that customer demand. Determine the number of cars sold in your area. Assume, for example, that the typical car buyer is willing to visit a dealership within 10 miles (16.1 km) of their home. Try to determine the number of cars sold within a 10-mile radius of your proposed car dealership. Assume that 50,000 cars are sold in that area each year. Once you know the total number of cars, research those purchases by category. For example, how many cars are purchased, compared to trucks? What percentage of the cars sold are new, and how many are used? You may even be able to determine the number of cars by model (Honda, Ford, etc.) Assess the existing car dealers in the market. Say, for example, that 3,000 new Hondas are sold in your area each year. You're considering a Honda dealership. How many existing Honda dealers are in your area? Of the Hondas sold, how many were purchased by consumers who went online and bought a new car from a dealership located out of town? This analysis will help you determine if there is a need for a new dealership in your market. Determine your ideal customer. Every business needs to identify their ideal customer. Your ideal customer is a summary of the traits that your best customers have in common. When you identify the ideal customer, you can design your business to meet their needs. Look at the age, gender, occupation, and income level of the customers you are trying to attract. Assume that you want to open a Honda dealership. Do some research to determine the type of people who buy a Honda. You may find that the ideal Honda customer is a male between the ages of 27 and 50 years old. That customer is a white-collar professional with an above-average level of income. The Honda customer has owned a Honda previously or has a family member who owns a Honda. Many car dealers build relationships with customers by selling cars and providing a service department. Some customers go back to the car dealer to get service on their vehicle. Find out where the ideal Honda customer gets their car serviced. Do they go to their dealership, or to their local repair shop? This information can help you create a service department that will attract customers. Calculate the size of your market. The goal of your dealership market research is to determine if there is sufficient demand for your product. Ultimately, you need to know the dollar amount of sales for your product, and estimate how much of that customer demand you can attract. Assume that 3,000 new Hondas are sold in your area each year. You're also considering selling used Hondas, which generate 2,000 in sales each year. The size of your market is 5,000 Hondas. Based on your research of existing car dealers and customer demand, you believe that your new dealership can attract 20% of the existing Honda car market. That 20% figure would mean (5,000 new and used car sales multiplied by 20% = 1,000 car sales). Assume that the average profit per car (considering both new and used) is $500. If your dealership sold 1,000 cars, the business would generate (1,000 cars X $500 = $500,000 in profit). In addition, you estimate that your service department would create a $300,000 profit. The total profit for your dealership would total $800,000. Consider opening a franchise for your business. Nearly all of the larger car dealerships are franchises. In this arrangement, you are the franchisee who pays a fee to the franchisor. You also sign a franchise agreement to operate your business. To open your Honda dealership, you would need to complete a long process to become a franchisee. Honda would require you to provide extensive financial disclosures to determine if you have the financial means to open and operate a Honda dealership. The franchisor (Honda) grants you the right to use the Honda logo and other marketing tools to operate a franchise. You will participate in local advertising and promotion of Honda cars. The franchisor will also agree on a process to supply your dealership with Honda cars. If you enter into an agreement with a popular car brand, it gives your car dealership credibility in the marketplace. That credibility can help you generate sales. However, the franchise agreement includes many restrictions on how you can advertise and sell their cars. To comply with the franchise agreement, you need to follow the requirements. Decide on selling new cars, used cars, or both. If you sell both new and used cars, you have the opportunity to serve two types of consumers. Selling to both markets, however, will require a larger investment of time and money. If you sell used cars, you will attract customers who want to spend less money on a vehicle. Instead of buying the $25,000 new car, for example, they may buy a $15,000 used car. Used cars typically require more service and maintenance. As you sell more used cars, you may be able to grow your service business. A growing number of customers shop for cars online. When a customer enters your dealership, they may have checked 4 or 5 dealerships to price a particular car. You may find heavy competition for new car sales, in particular. In order to drive total car sales, you may need a used car sales department. Assess the need for a service department. Everyone needs to get his or her car serviced eventually. Operating a service department is a great way to build a relationship with a car owner. You can develop relationships with customers who bought their vehicle somewhere else. If you do a great job on their car, they may buy their next car from you. The need for service on your car can be stressful. It's inconvenient to be without a car while it is being repaired. Your great customer service can help reduce that anxiety. After you service someone's car, stay in touch with the customer. Promote your car sales and service through emails and mailers. Your efforts will increase your chances of selling the customer a car in the future. Add up the costs needed to start your car dealership. The typical car dealership may require millions of dollars to open and operate. Your biggest cost will be your inventory of cars. Floorplan refers to the cost of the vehicles you have on your car lot. In addition to the cost of your floorplan, you'll need to buy or lease property. You'll build or renovate buildings on the property for your showroom and possibly for a repair department. If you operate a franchise, you will pay the car company an initial franchise fee. Once you're operating, you'll pay annual fees for your franchise agreement. Car dealers also have to constantly train employees on new car features, so that they can explain those features to customers. You incur large costs for training. Decide on how you will finance the cost of your dealership. Financing your dealership is a huge commitment. You'll need to think carefully about how you will find the money to open your dealership. Most car dealerships finance their floorplan through a bank. The cars on the lot serve as collateral for the floorplan loan. A dealership may also incur huge costs to design and build its showroom and repair center. In addition to car inventory, you may need to hire dozens of employees. You'll need cash to meet payroll each month. If you borrow money, you'll need to provide sufficient collateral for your loan. You may need to pledge personal assets as collateral to obtain your loan. The bank will also need to see detailed financial projections. These projections will explain how your business will generate a profit and repay the bank loan. Consider the regulatory requirement to start and operate your dealership. Your state, county, or city will have requirements to operate your dealership. Many of these rules are set up to protect the consumers who are making a large investment in buying a car. Your state will require you to obtain a license to sell cars as your primary business. While individuals can sell cars to each other, a car dealer who sells many cars a year will need a license to operate. To build your dealership, you will need to get building permits from your city or county. Your state will require you to have several forms of insurance to operate your dealership. One type of required insurance is a surety bond. This bond is put in place to protect the car buyer from any fraud related to a car purchase.	Perform market research. Determine your ideal customer. Calculate the size of your market. Consider opening a franchise for your business. Decide on selling new cars, used cars, or both. Assess the need for a service department. Add up the costs needed to start your car dealership. Decide on how you will finance the cost of your dealership. Consider the regulatory requirement to start and operate your dealership.
https://www.wikihow.com/Calculate-Mortgage-Insurance-(PMI)	How to Calculate Mortgage Insurance (PMI)	To calculate mortgage insurance (PMI), identify the purchase price of the home and the loan-to-value ratio by taking the amount of money you borrowed on the loan and dividing it by the value of your property. Next, determine the mortgage insurance rate by using a table on a lender's website. Then, multiply the loan amount by the mortgage insurance rate to calculate PMI. To determine the monthly payment amount, divide the annual payment by 12.	Find the purchase price. Even if you are just beginning to look for a home, you probably already have a good idea about the price of the home you can afford to purchase. The purchase price of the home will help you determine your loan-to-value ratio. Determine the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio. The loan-to-value ratio is a simple way for lenders and insurance agents to calculate how much you've paid and how much you owe. The LTV ratio is calculated by taking the amount of money you borrowed on the loan and dividing it by the value of your property. The higher the LTV, the more your mortgage insurance will cost. For the purposes of this article, let's assume a loan amount of $225,000. Say you're buying a house that costs $250,000 and you've put 10% down on the house, or $25,000. Because you've only paid 10%, and 90% is still outstanding, your loan is $225,000 and your loan-to-value ratio is 90 percent. Determine the terms of the loan. The type and length of your loan can also play a factor in the mortgage insurance amount. Shorter loans require lower rates of the mortgage insurance. However, a 30 year loan is the most popular time period. Similarly, fixed loans cost less than adjustable-rate loans. If you have a Federal Housing Association (FHA) loan, you will have a type of insurance called Mortgage Insurance Premium (MIP) instead of PMI. This is still a type of mortgage insurance, but the structure of the loan is slightly different. Be sure to read the terms of the loan carefully to understand how MIP might be calculated for you. Determine the mortgage insurance rate. PMI fees vary, depending on the size of the down payment and the loan, from around 0.3 percent to 1.15 percent of the original loan amount per year. The easiest way to determine the rate is to use a table on a lender's website. If you are already working with a lender, you can use the one on your lender's website. If you do not yet have a lender, you can still find a calculator online to estimate the rate. One such calculator can be found at mgic.com/ratefinder. Do the math. The good news is that calculating mortgage insurance is easy. After you know the numbers, all you need to do is multiply and divide to determine the amount of mortgage insurance. First, determine the annual mortgage insurance amount. Do this by multiplying the loan amount by the mortgage insurance rate. Here, if the remaining value of your loan was $225,000 and the mortgage insurance rate was.0052 (or.52%) then: $225,000 x.0052 = $1170. Your annual mortgage insurance payment would be $1170. To determine the monthly payment amount, divide the annual payment by 12: $1170 / 12 = $97.50/month. You can add your monthly mortgage insurance amount to your principal, interest, taxes, and insurance payment to determine your total monthly house payment. Understand that your mortgage insurance will "fall off" if you build up enough equity in your home. You don't need mortgage insurance indefinitely. Once you've built up 20% equity in your home (i.e. your LTV is 80%) you can request to cancel your mortgage insurance. Keep in mind that lenders won't automatically cancel your mortgage insurance until your equity reaches about 22% based on the original appraisal of the home. Don't wait for the lender to cancel the insurance for you. Do it yourself once you reach a 20% equity stake in your home. The lender will need an appraiser or real estate agent to give them a valuation before the insurance can be canceled. If you have an FHA loan, you need to have paid 22% of the mortgage before you can cancel the insurance. You also need to have made five years of monthly payments before it can be removed. Know that your credit score will also affect your mortgage insurance. Just like your credit score affects your ability to get approval for loans, it also may affect your ability to get good rates on mortgage insurance rates. Those with lower credit scores may not get rates as favorable as those with high credit scores. Understand that some lenders may waive MI altogether if the buyer agrees to a higher interest rate. Some lenders will allow you to purchase a mortgage without insurance if you agree to pay more interest on the life of the loan. Anywhere from.75 to 1 basis points more is normal, depending on the down payment. This is a tradeoff. Most people will pay more money in the long run, since the interest rate hike applies for the whole mortgage. Again, the mortgage insurance only lasts until the buyer has pumped enough equity into the home. You'll most likely end up paying more if you make this tradeoff. At the same time, this tradeoff does come with one perk. The payments you make on your interest are tax deductible, whereas the payments you make on insurance premiums are not, unless you took out your mortgage after Jan 1, 2007 and your Annual Gross Income (AGI) does not exceed $109,000. If you fit this category, you can reduce your AGI by 12 times your monthly PMI payment. So in these parameters, it is deductible. Know the difference between prepaid insurance and monthly insurance. Figure out if your lender is asking you to pay one sum, up-front, or will stagger your insurance in monthly premiums. Paying your premiums monthly has the benefit of a smaller initial cost as well, and they are harder to forget. Remember, you should request to cancel your mortgage insurance after you've reached a 20 or 22% equity stake in your home. You may forget to do so if you make an up-front payment.	Find the purchase price. Determine the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio. Determine the terms of the loan. Determine the mortgage insurance rate. Do the math. Understand that your mortgage insurance will "fall off" if you build up enough equity in your home. Know that your credit score will also affect your mortgage insurance. Understand that some lenders may waive MI altogether if the buyer agrees to a higher interest rate. Know the difference between prepaid insurance and monthly insurance.
https://www.wikihow.com/Be-an-Office-Manager	How to Be an Office Manager	To be an office manager, work on developing excellent organizational skills since you'll be responsible for keeping records and maintaining a clean, organized office. Also, make sure you have great verbal and written communication skills, which will help you be an effective leader and communicate with your employees. As an office manager, you'll be working with multiple departments and dealing with a variety of projects, so work on being able to adapt to new situations and multitask effectively.	Keep a clean office. As the office manager, the cleanliness and safety of the office and your employees are your responsibility. This means getting an outside maintenance company to regularly clean the office or working with an internal cleaning crew to keep things clean. Answer phone calls and respond to emails and voicemails. One of your main responsibilities as an office manager will be to answer and respond to customer and client phone calls. This means taking messages and delivering the messages to the appropriate people in your office. It will also mean answering questions and solving problems for the rest of your internal office staff. Recruit and onboard new employees. As an office manager, it may be your responsibility to interview and recruit new employees. If you have to do this as part of your responsibilities, it's important that you build a process and get all the necessary paperwork signed and filled out by new hires. It might also be your duty as an office manager to train new hires and get them acclimated to the office. Maintain an office budget. You may be tasked with creating and maintaining an office budget. This can range from simple office supplies like ink, paper, and pens to more complex expenses like payroll, utilities, equipment, and money for office design upgrades. Think of all of your potential expenses throughout the year and come up with a realistic estimate of how much everything will cost. You can ask to see previous year's budgets to understand what yours should consist of. Handle customer complaints and comments. If there is a serious customer complaint, you may have to resolve it. When you do get feedback from clients, it's also important that you communicate it to the other departments in your office so that they can adjust their operations accordingly. If you see a reoccurring complaint, you know it's a common problem that may need greater action, like a change in the way you do things. Create emergency procedures and follow regulations. Another way to ensure office safety is by making sure that everything is up to code and that there are no healthy or safety hazards in your office. If there are no emergency procedures in place in case of an emergency like fire or flood, you should work with management to develop them. You may also be tasked with training employees on how to evacuate the building and stay safe in case of such an emergency. Develop stellar communication. To be a good office manager, you'll need to develop clear and concise written and verbal communication in your office. As the leader, people will be looking up to you to set the standards for communication. Make sure that all of your commands are clear and try to be as detailed as possible when giving people instructions. Good communication also means being clear and concise in emails. Avoid shorthand and be detailed in your emails. Miscommunication between employees can create chaos and hurt your offices' productivity. Step in when employees have disagreements and resolve the problem. Be able to adapt and multitask. Being agile and goal-oriented will help you as an office manager. Often, you'll be involved with multiple departments and could be contributing to more than one project at once. Roll with the punches and be ready to problem-solve any issues that your team might come across. As office manager, you'll need to drive your team to the end goal and that means dealing with any unexpected problems that could arise. Don't get bogged down and frustrated because it will set the mood for the rest of the office. Handle one thing at a time and troubleshoot issues as they come. Stay organized. It's important that all of the projects that you're involved in stay separated and organized because you'll most likely take part in multiple projects simultaneously. As the manager, people will be relying on you to properly archive information and manage it in a way that is transparent to the other people working on the project. Keep good records, log everything you can, keep lists of what you need to do, and make sure that your staff has access to the information they need. Each project should have a dedicated folder and sometimes contain subfolders so that you can quickly and easily access information. Keep a calm, positive attitude. A good office manager is calm under pressure and is constantly a source of motivation to their employees in the office. The more volatile your management style, the more chaotic the office will be. Keep a professional demeanor when it comes to your employees and clients, and be there for employees that need help or motivation. Graduate high school or get your GED. Typically, office manager positions require a minimum of a high school degree or a GED. If you want to be an office manager, make sure that you graduate high school first or take a course to get your GED. Attain a higher degree. If you want to improve the chances of getting considered, an associate or bachelor's degree in business administration will make you stand out. If you want to be an office manager in a highly specialized or technical industry, a bachelor's or master's degree in that industry will vastly improve your chances of getting the job. Get experience working in an office. Many office managers start as administrative or office assistants. To improve your chances of landing an office manager job, try to get experience ordering supplies, assisting another office administrator, doing customer service, performing facilities maintenance, or managing a team. These skills will transfer to an office manager role. Talk to your HR department to get promoted to office manager. If you already work in an office and there's a vacancy for an office manager position, you should schedule a meeting with HR and see if you can apply for the job. Some companies would rather hire office managers internally and this can be the opportunity you need to get your foot in the door. Search online for job openings. Look at popular job boards and search for office manager positions. Try to find positions in industries that you already have experience in to maximize the chances of landing the job. Submit your application and resume. Your resume should highlight any professional skills that you have and any technical, organizational, or administrative skills that you possess. Experience maintaining office equipment like database systems, computers, printers, and phones will come in handy. Analytical, finance, organization, and management skills are also beneficial for an office manager. Think of times when you had to organize and manage people in school projects if you don't have professional experience. Go on interviews. When you interview, you'll likely be asked about your conflict resolution, organizational, and financial skills. Be ready to answer any applicable questions that could be thrown your way and make sure to emphasize your administrative knowledge and skill. If you're interviewing for an office manager in a highly technical field like medicine or engineering, be ready to answer any technical questions that may be thrown your way.	Keep a clean office. Answer phone calls and respond to emails and voicemails. Recruit and onboard new employees. Maintain an office budget. Handle customer complaints and comments. Create emergency procedures and follow regulations. Develop stellar communication. Be able to adapt and multitask. Stay organized. Keep a calm, positive attitude. Graduate high school or get your GED. Attain a higher degree. Get experience working in an office. Talk to your HR department to get promoted to office manager. Search online for job openings. Submit your application and resume. Go on interviews.
https://www.wikihow.com/Fix-a-Locked-Steering-Wheel	How to Fix a Locked Steering Wheel	To fix a locked steering wheel, put the key in the ignition and apply gentle but constant pressure in the direction you turn the key to start the vehicle. If the key doesn't turn, keep applying gentle pressure, but start to gently to the wheel as will. The wheel will only move in 1 direction. Keep trying to gently turn the key and the wheel at the same time until the wheel unlocks.	Insert the key into the ignition. Your steering wheel is likely locked because there was a bit of force on the wheel as you turned the car off last. Unlocking it will require using the ignition key in the same way you would when starting the vehicle. Insert the key into the ignition and see if it will turn. If the key will turn and start the vehicle, the wheel will unlock with the ignition cylinder. Turn the key gently. If the key and wheel both remain locked in place, you will need to apply pressure to the key in the direction you would usually turn it. Be careful not to apply the pressure too high up on the body of the key, as that may cause the key to twist or even break while inside the key hole. Instead, apply firm but gentle pressure until the ignition comes unlocked. If you do need to contact an automotive locksmith, it will be much more expensive to repair an ignition cylinder with a broken key inside. Apply pressure to the steering wheel. The steering wheel is locked in place using a pin on one side. When locked, the wheel will not be able to move in either direction freely, but one side will not allow any movement whatsoever (the side with the locking pin). Determine which direction the wheel cannot move, then apply pressure in the other direction while turning the key with your other hand. It is the process of turning the key while applying pressure to the wheel simultaneously that will unlock the steering wheel. The wheel will only move slightly in the direction opposite the pin, but won't move at all in the wrong direction. Do not shake or rock the wheel. You may be tempted to shake the wheel back and forth while attempting to unlock it, but doing so will actually decrease your chances of successfully unlocking the wheel. Instead, apply steady pressure in one direction on the wheel until it unlocks. Shaking the wheel back and forth could damage the locking pin and likely won't unlock the wheel. Pull the key out slightly before turning it. If the key is beginning to wear out it may not be able to turn in the ignition. You may still be able to engage the pins needed to start the vehicle by inserting the key in all the way, then pulling it back out slightly. Try to pull the key back out 1/16 of an inch, or approximately the width of a nickel, then attempt to turn it again. If this works, the key is likely over worn. You should still replace the key as soon as you can before it stops working. Turn the wheel and the key at once to unlock it. It may take a few tries, but if you apply pressure to the wheel in the right direction while simultaneously turning the key, it will unlock both, allowing the wheel to move freely and the vehicle to start. While it may take a fair amount of pressure, do not force either the wheel or the ignition to turn if they seem like they won't. It may result in breaking the steering pin, your key, or other internal components. Once the two are unlocked, the vehicle is able to be driven. If the steering wheel does not unlock, you will need to trouble shoot the problem. Use a small dose of electrical cleaner in the key hole. If the ignition cylinder has seized, spraying a small amount of electrical cleaner into the key hole may lubricate it enough to turn. Be careful not to spray too much into the key hole. A few short squirts should suffice. Once done, insert the key and turn it back and forth gently to work the lubricant in. If this works, you may need to replace the ignition cylinder soon as it gets progressively worse. Spray canned air into the ignition. Debris caught in the ignition can prevent the key from turning, which will prevent the steering wheel from unlocking. Purchase canned air from a local retail or office supply store and insert the straw from the nozzle directly into the key hole. It should only take a few short sprays to clean out any debris. Put on eye protection before spraying canned air into the key hole to prevent debris from getting into your eyes. Gently slide the key in and out a number of times. If there was any debris stuck to the key when you inserted it, it may have gotten caught in the pins of the ignition cylinder. Insert the key completely, then slide it back out. Repeat the process a few times to try to move any debris that may be caught in the cylinder. If this works, the issue will likely continue to occur until the debris is cleaned out from the ignition cylinder. Use canned air to clean out the lock cylinder if this method worked. Ensure the key is not bent or damaged. If your key won't turn when you insert it into the ignition it may be because the key has been damaged. Rounded or chipped teeth on the key will no longer engage the pins in the ignition cylinder to the depth necessary to spin it. Any of these could result in the key failing to turn in the ignition, which will also prevent the wheel from being unlocked. You will need a replacement key if the key is too damaged to turn the ignition cylinder. Do not copy a damaged key. A replacement will have to be cut by a dealership that works with vehicles of your make and model. Purchase a new ignition lock assembly. Ignition assemblies are easily replaced in most vehicles and can be done at home by most hobby mechanics. Before getting started, you will need to order a replacement assembly from your local auto parts store. Be sure to give them the exact year, make and model of your vehicle to get the correct replacement part. Purchase a new ignition lock assembly prior to the removal of a failed assembly. Compare the two and verify the replacement is an identical match before attempting reinstallation. Remove the cover over the ignition. Generally, most vehicles have a split-plastic housing that covers the steering column and ignition lock assembly. Remove this plastic cover by first adjusting the tilt-wheel to its lowest position and then removing the fasteners holding the cover in place. In some vehicles, the cover will include the portion above and below the steering wheel, while in others the ignition cover will be separate. If it's not equipped with an adjustable steering column, remove the steering column support brace under the dashboard and allow the column to hang. Remove the fasteners from the column cover, separate the two halves and remove the plastic. Use an Allen wrench to release the ignition assembly. Identify the ignition assembly and remove any trim components that prevent access to the ignition wire harness connector and tumbler release hole. Insert a 9/32” Allen wrench into the release hole while turning the ignition key backward. Use the ignition key to pull the entire assembly out by pulling it toward the passenger side of the car. Take care to unplug the ignition switch wire connector as you remove the ignition cylinder. Make sure the new ignition switch is well-greased. Once the ignition assembly is removed, compare the new switch and ensure they match. New ignition switches come pre-lubed from the factory ready to install. Verify the presence of grease on all external moving parts and ensure the new key fits and that the cylinder rotates smoothly in both directions. If the ignition cylinder is not properly greased, apply liquid graphite or similar grease to the cylinder. Purchase grease at your local auto parts store if necessary. Ensure that the internal lock pins can move freely. You can make sure the internal lock pins move properly by inserting the key completely in and out of the keyhole several times. The key should not get caught or stuck on its way into our out of the key hole. Sticking lock pins are lubricated using powdered graphite that is applied directly inside the keyhole. Graphite comes in small tubes designed to “squirt” the powder with enough force to reach the back of any keyhole. It can be added when needed. Slide the cylinder into place and reconnect the switch plug. When satisfied the new assembly matches the old one and is properly lubricated, slide the cylinder into position and make sure it is locked in place. Reconnect the switch plug and reinstall any trim components previously removed. Rotate the cylinder forward using the key until you head it click into place. Be sure to plug the ignition wire switch into the new cylinder before sliding it into place. Start the engine to ensure the steering wheel lock disengages. Before securing the steering column (if disconnected) and plastic cover, check to make sure the engine will start and steering wheel lock will /disengage. Do so by inserting the key and turning it while applying pressure to the wheel in the opposite direction of the lock pin. Steering column bolts usually have torque specifications which are located in the vehicle's repair manual, in the specification section. If no torque specs are found, tighten bolts firmly using a long handled ratchet for leverage. Column bolts must be secure to ensure they don't vibrate loose while driving.	Insert the key into the ignition. Turn the key gently. Apply pressure to the steering wheel. Do not shake or rock the wheel. Pull the key out slightly before turning it. Turn the wheel and the key at once to unlock it. Use a small dose of electrical cleaner in the key hole. Spray canned air into the ignition. Gently slide the key in and out a number of times. Ensure the key is not bent or damaged. Purchase a new ignition lock assembly. Remove the cover over the ignition. Use an Allen wrench to release the ignition assembly. Make sure the new ignition switch is well-greased. Ensure that the internal lock pins can move freely. Slide the cylinder into place and reconnect the switch plug. Start the engine to ensure the steering wheel lock disengages.
https://www.wikihow.com/Use-Coconut-Oil-for-Your-Hair	How to Use Coconut Oil for Your Hair	To use coconut oil for your hair, start by rubbing the oil into your hair with your fingers and massaging it all over in sections. Once your hair is coated, cover it with a shower cap or some plastic wrap to keep the coconut oil from dripping out. Then, leave the oil in your hair for between 1 and 8 hours so that the strands absorb the coconut oil. Finally, wash your hair with shampoo twice to get all the oil out, then use your normal conditioner. Repeat this process once a week to protect your hair from damage and add shine.	Select virgin or refined coconut oil. Any coconut oil will work, whether it's labeled for hair or cooking. There are many types, however, so use this guide to find a quality oil: A *"virgin," "extra-virgin," or "unrefined" label means the coconut oil has no added chemicals. A high quality virgin coconut oil should be pure white when solid, and clear when liquid. A "refined" or unlabeled product has probably gone through an industrial process. There are high- and low-quality examples, but they are difficult to evaluate without researching the brand. These tend to have a more mild scent. Check the label for extraction information. Either type of oil can be extracted from the coconut in one of several ways. This is a little technical, and you can skip it without much harm done. For those interested in finding the perfect brand, here's a breakdown: "Centrifuged" oils tend to have a more mild scent, and little risk of damage. "Expeller-pressed" or "cold-pressed" oils range from mild to strong scented. Low-quality examples may have heat damage, which cause unpleasant burnt scents. "Direct Micro Expelled" (DME) oil tends to be high-quality, and created directly by coconut farmers. This may be difficult to find. Melt the oil (optional). Virgin coconut oil melts at 76ºF (24ºC), so in temperate weather it may already melt as you apply it to your hair. If you prefer handling liquid oil, spoon about 2–3 tablespoons (30–45mL) coconut oil into a bowl. Place the bowl in a larger container and pour hot tap water into the larger container, until it reaches halfway up the bowl. The oil should turn liquid within a few minutes. Do not microwave the oil. While this probably won't make it less effective, it can make the oil dangerously hot. Brush your hair. Knots and tangles will make applying the oil more difficult. Prevent water damage. As a pre-wash conditioner, coconut oil reduces hygral fatigue, or swollen, damaged hair caused by water exposure. It may also reduce damage caused by brushing and heat-treating wet hair. Massage a small amount of coconut oil onto the roots of your hair, and drag it down throughout all your hair. Make sure you use an old towel and no clothes as coconut oil stains clothes and towels. Leave the oil in for 10–20 minutes first to treat damaged hair as well. Keep it under a shower cap or plastic bag to prevent dripping and keep it warm. Wash and condition your hair as usual. Although your hair will be more resistant to damage, it won't be invulnerable. When convenient, avoid brushing and heat-drying wet hair to reduce damage. Prevent tearing. As a leave-in conditioner, coconut oil reduces damage caused by brushing or handling wet hair, and adds shine. Start with a pea-sized amount, and saturate the ends. Work your way up, adding a light layer to the middle and nothing at all to the roots. Add a little more if necessary, but not so much that your hair feels greasy. Leave this in as long as you like. This technique will restore some strength to chemically treated hair, heat-damaged hair, and dry Afro-textured hair. If you have frizzy hair, this will tame your curls in the short term. However, since coconut oil penetrates the hair, your hair will frizz again over time. Mineral oil is more effective for this purpose, although it will not restore strength. Restore strength and shine. A heavy application of coconut oil can restore strength and shine to dry, damaged hair. About once a week or whenever convenient, set aside some time for a big treatment. To start out, rub in the oil with your fingers, or dip a pastry brush into liquid oil. Massage it over all of your hair, focusing on dry or damaged areas. If you have thick or long hair, section it first and apply the oil in sections. Tie up your hair. After a heavy application, tie your hair up and keep it under a shower cap, plastic bag, or plastic wrap. Add heat (optional). Optionally, use a thermal cap or a steamer for 10–30 minutes to increase absorption. You may also need a plastic cap to prevent burning and heat damage. Leave the oil in for 1–8 hours. Coconut oil might be the best oil ever at soaking into your hair. After just one hour, your hair can absorb about 15% of its weight in oil. If you have severely damaged hair, leave the oil in for six hours to increase this to about 25%. Wash your hair. After you're finished with the heavy application, wash your hair twice and use conditioner to remove all the oil from your scalp and hair. The absorbed coconut oil will remain inside the hair shaft, protecting it from further damage. Fight scalp infections with coconut oil. Rubbing in coconut oil can be highly effective at fighting certain types of scalp infections, called dermatophytes. Symptoms include a swollen scalp, abscesses on the scalp, or hair loss that leaves black dots of broken hair on the scalp. Always talk to a doctor first when dealing with a serious medical problem. Talk to a doctor first if you already apply medication to your scalp. Apply coconut anise sprays to head lice. If you have head lice and prescription treatment (permethrin) has failed to get rid of them, a spray of coconut and anise may do the trick. As always, a conversation with your doctor is a good first step. Avoid using coconut oil to treat dandruff. Although some people use coconut oil for dandruff, this is generally a bad idea. Dandruff is usually caused by fungus that feeds on your scalp's natural oils. Adding more natural oil may just increase the food supply. Try a mineral oil instead, or other treatments.	Select virgin or refined coconut oil. Check the label for extraction information. Melt the oil (optional). Brush your hair. Prevent water damage. Prevent tearing. Restore strength and shine. Tie up your hair. Add heat (optional). Leave the oil in for 1–8 hours. Wash your hair. Fight scalp infections with coconut oil. Apply coconut anise sprays to head lice. Avoid using coconut oil to treat dandruff.
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-a-Paid-Blogging-Job	How to Get a Paid Blogging Job	To get a paid blogging job, ask major blogs if they are hiring and include links to your blog and other articles you have written. Otherwise, you can apply to positions on freelance job websites like ProBlogger where it's easier to find clients. You can also ask for referrals from friends you've made through your blog, or you can put a “Hire Me” page in your blog so clients can come directly to you.	Create your own blog. Maintaining your own personal blog will help you gain experience in the blogging field in two ways. Eventually, you'll amass a portfolio of writing pieces that you can then show off to prospective clientele. You'll also increase your own web presence, which is an absolute necessity if you ever hope to network your way into a paid blogging gig. There are numerous host sites to choose from. Many of them are free, but offer services from a low premium. Blogger and Wordpress are the two most popular blogging outlets on the web. You can start your blog in a matter of minutes on both, purchase domain names at a low premium or even get a free site address under their banner (e.g. yourblogname.wordpress.com ). Find a niche. Choose a subject for your blog that interests you, so you can be motivated to generate content for your blog consistently. If you become known as an expert on something that interests you, then you'll find blogging jobs that fit that subject. You'll enjoy them more in the long run. We all think that being versatile, a jack-of-all-trades, or a blogging Renaissance man will help us appeal to a larger audience. Yet, in many cases, people in search of bloggers want someone with a narrow expertise. They want someone who can thoughtfully comment on the latest board games, the newest jet propulsion engine, or innovations in cosmetics. You'll want to market yourself just like people market products. Some of the most basic blogging "categories" or genres are gaming, politics, food, fashion, movies, books, cars, or business. Make sure your niche fits into a larger category. You don't want to pick a subject that is so narrow that no one will care. Blog in your spare time. While you want quality material on your blog, you also need quantity. It may take you several weeks or several months for you to develop your blogging skills, to set up a routine, and to gain a web presence, but you can do it. There is no magic number for how many blog posts you should have in order to become a successful blogger. Some like posting every day because it sets a productive routine. Others post once a week. Find a routine that works well for you, but make sure that your readers know what to expect. Every post is like a doorway. How many doorways into your blog do you want prospective readers to have? Write for your audience. Since blog readers read differently than newspaper or even book readers, you want to be sure that you are doing everything you can to catch their attention. Make sure that your blog is “scannable”. Can the reader get the gist of your blog piece by quickly scrolling across the page? Are there keywords? Have you bolded or emphasized the most important lines of the text? Have you used illustrations that make it easier to understand the material at a glance? There are numerous techniques that you can employ. Get the word out. In order to attract readers and develop a following, you may want to advertise your blog using various forms of social media. Submit your blog to blog directories or post links to your blog articles on social media websites. Examples of social media websites you can use for this purpose are Digg, Twitter, and Facebook. Embed a gadget on your blog that allows people to subscribe to your blog posts. People can then receive emails or notifications when you publish new content, and can also help you attract a consistent audience, or followers. Volunteer your blogging services to large blogs with many followers. Blogging for a website or for another blog that receives a lot of traffic will help your name become more recognizable. If a reader likes your piece, they'll search out your other writings. Verify that the blog you contribute to allows you to include your name and a link back to your own blog in return for your guest post. If the blog is popular, receives a lot of web traffic, or has a large following, you'll be publicizing your blog in the process. Volunteer work can turn into higher-paying blog jobs, if you're lucky and your content is solid. There are online services like www.volunteerbloggers.com that will help link you to other bloggers with similar interests. Network with other bloggers. Involving yourself in the blogging community and engaging in online discussions about blog posts and blogging can help you develop relationships with bloggers who may eventually connect you with paid blogging jobs. Follow Twitter feeds for large blogs and bloggers, participate in blogging forums, or comment on specific blog posts about relevant topics you are knowledgeable about. Send inquiries about blogging positions to major blogs. Blogs with a large following that publish fresh content daily usually have a large staff of contributing writers. Ask the editor or hiring manager if freelance blogging opportunities are available, and include links to your personal blog and to other articles you have had published on other blogs or websites. Apply for blogging positions on freelance job websites. There are a variety of websites dedicated solely to open freelance writing positions, such as ProBlogger and FreelanceSwitch. Both sites are free to use. Just create a profile and add samples of your work. Be sure to emphasize your niche market. Be sure to relate how the materials you normally cover in your blog reflect the interests of the blog. Most blog job websites ask for writing samples. Tailor your chosen writing samples to position you are applying for. Use your blogging network to seek referrals. Other bloggers you have built a rapport with may be able to guide you toward paid blogging jobs. Or they might refer you to bloggers they know personally who currently hiring bloggers. They call it “networking” for a reason. You will slowly create an online community that can help you find paid blogging positions. Use your blog to get work. Most blogging sites have a separate “hire me” link where you can solicit your services. In many cases, this works really well. The client will have a good understanding of your skills and your niche market by simply visiting and perusing your blog. Then they can click over to offer you employment. Don't be afraid to promote yourself on your own blog and your ability to blog for others. Emphasize your writing style and fields of "expertise". Blog consistently for the same outlet. If you can, try to write several pieces for the same blogging outlet. You'll quickly learn what they want out of their blogging presence. You'll spend less time on the administrative side of the blogosphere and more time writing. Doing so might also provide you with a steady income.	Create your own blog. Find a niche. Blog in your spare time. Write for your audience. Get the word out. Volunteer your blogging services to large blogs with many followers. Network with other bloggers. Send inquiries about blogging positions to major blogs. Apply for blogging positions on freelance job websites. Use your blogging network to seek referrals. Use your blog to get work. Blog consistently for the same outlet.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Soft-Taco	How to Make a Soft Taco	To make a soft taco, start by heating up some tortillas in the microwave or between slightly damp paper towels in the oven. Then, top the tortillas with meat, like chicken, followed by vegetables like lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. You can also put cheese, salsa, pico de gallo, and sour cream on your tacos. Finally, fold the tortillas over and wrap the ends in aluminum foil so nothing falls out when you're eating them.	Cook the meat in a skillet. When it is well cooked, then add the seasoning so this avoids drawing out juices. Heat the tortillas in the microwave or between slightly dampened dish towels or paper towels in an oven (Don't dry them out. ). Put meat in tortilla first, then add all the raw vegetables like lettuce, tomatoes, and the salsa. Then add the cheese (or you may like to melt the cheese over the meat in the microwave or such) and sour cream into the soft tortilla shell. Fold the tops of the tortillas together, tuck into a wrapper to avoid dripping juices and enjoy this delicious dish! Finished.	Cook the meat in a skillet. Heat the tortillas in the microwave or between slightly dampened dish towels or paper towels in an oven (Don't dry them out. Put meat in tortilla first, then add all the raw vegetables like lettuce, tomatoes, and the salsa. Then add the cheese (or you may like to melt the cheese over the meat in the microwave or such) and sour cream into the soft tortilla shell. Fold the tops of the tortillas together, tuck into a wrapper to avoid dripping juices and enjoy this delicious dish! Finished.
https://www.wikihow.com/Manage-a-Horse-with-Breathing-Problems	How to Manage a Horse with Breathing Problems	If you have a horse with breathing problems, you should contact your vet to see if the issue is allergies or something else like an infection. It's common for horses to get allergies from molds and allergens in their environment, and if that's the case with your horse, your vet can recommend a respiration supplement to give your horse or let you know what changes you should make to its environment. While you follow your vet's treatment plan, try to let your horse out as much as possible to give it some fresh air. You should also clean out its stable once or twice a week, vacuuming any areas that share the same air space as the stables, too.	Contact your veterinarian if the problem has become an ongoing issue. Your vet will do a thorough exam, and possibly blood work to ensure that there is no long-standing infection/inflammation, and to assess internal organ health. If your vet suspects allergies, they may suggest allergy testing, which can be something as simple as a blood draw or skin testing. In skin testing, vets will inject small amounts of suspected allergens under the skin and observing the body's reactions. 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Listen to your vet for recommended treatments/environmental changes that may help alleviate her condition, listed below. Try administering a respiration supplement recommended by your vet. A respiration supplement, designed to ease breathing, can help in some cases. One such product is called "Tri-Hist", which is an antihistamine available by prescription only. Turn the horse out as much as possible, especially if she is confined to her stall or a barn most of the day. A little fresh air is good for the respiration. A mare stuck in the barn all day, breathing in the same stale air, might be more prone to breathing problems. Fully muck out the stable once or twice a week. Cleaning up after your mares and offering them a tidy living arrangement is a boon both psychologically and for health reasons. Use dustless bedding. Rubber matting is best but usually needs a small amount of absorbent bedding on top, such as wood shavings. Another useful bedding for allergy cases is cardboard ripped into small pieces. It's very absorbent and easy to manage. Feed haylage or soak hay for a few minutes. This helps to cut down the normal dust/pollens that are present in dried hay. Soak only long enough to get the hay thoroughly wet, as soaking any longer can actually reduce the starch and sugars that are normally present in the hay, which are needed for proper nutrition. If you happen to have an overweight or laminitic horse, you may want to soak the hay in water for a bit longer, as reduced starch and sugar can be a good thing. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/a\/ad\/Manage-a-Horse-with-Breathing-Problems-Step-7Bullet1.jpg\/v4-460px-Manage-a-Horse-with-Breathing-Problems-Step-7Bullet1.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/a\/ad\/Manage-a-Horse-with-Breathing-Problems-Step-7Bullet1.jpg\/aid90828-v4-728px-Manage-a-Horse-with-Breathing-Problems-Step-7Bullet1.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>"} Make sure all feed is mold free. A simple exam of the hay prior to feeding should be sufficient in determining if the hay is clean. Feed from the ground level. This process prevents excess dust and other irritants from being inhaled while your horse is eating. Ensure that there is proper ventilation in the stable. You can leave the stable door open and use a stall chain instead. Vacuum the rafters, walls, and window ledges in the stables regularly. During your vacuuming, include any room that shares the same air space as the stables (e.g. the tack room). Build the muck heap and hay store area downwind. Bagged bedding and haylage are safe to store near the horses. Water your pasture in a very dry season, to prevent it going dusty. Use a product to reduce or absorb ammonia. There are several such products available at your local feed store. Feed hay or alfalfa cubes instead of mixes, as they have less dust. There are also many "complete" pelleted diets available these days, and although they can get expensive, they are totally dust free. If you choose to go to a complete diet, be sure that the diet doesn't have any of the allergens that she is allergic to.	Contact your veterinarian if the problem has become an ongoing issue. Begin treatment if your mare has tested positive for common molds and common allergens. Try administering a respiration supplement recommended by your vet. Turn the horse out as much as possible, especially if she is confined to her stall or a barn most of the day. Fully muck out the stable once or twice a week. Use dustless bedding. Feed haylage or soak hay for a few minutes. Make sure all feed is mold free. Feed from the ground level. Ensure that there is proper ventilation in the stable. Vacuum the rafters, walls, and window ledges in the stables regularly. Build the muck heap and hay store area downwind. Water your pasture in a very dry season, to prevent it going dusty. Use a product to reduce or absorb ammonia. Feed hay or alfalfa cubes instead of mixes, as they have less dust.
https://www.wikihow.com/Prevent-Canine-Periodontal-Disease	How to Prevent Canine Periodontal Disease	The best way to prevent canine periodontal disease is to get your dog's teeth checked by your vet twice a year. Additionally, switch to a dog food formulated for dental care, which is an easy way to protect your dog's teeth. Similarly, give your dog chew toys and dental treats to help keep its teeth clean. If you're worried your dog is at risk, you can brush its teeth daily with a dog toothbrush and dog toothpaste.	Take your dog to the vet for a professional cleaning. One important step in preventing periodontal disease is taking your dog to get oral checkups and cleaning by the vet. Depending on the state of your dog's mouth, you may want to schedule quarterly or half-yearly checks. Oral cleanings help reduce bacteria that can lead to periodontal disease. Examine your dog’s mouth. Examine your dog's mouth by lifting his lips. If you see any tartar build up, gingivitis, or any other sign of periodontal disease, make an appointment with your veterinarian to have the mouth examined and to schedule a tooth cleaning. You cannot remove the tartar from the teeth on your own. Your dog will need to be anesthetized and special tools will be used to remove this concrete hard substance from the teeth and below the gum line. Brush your dog’s teeth. One of the best ways to prevent periodontal disease is to brush your dog's teeth. This process is simpler than it may seem. You will need to purchase a dog toothbrush, which can be either an actual brush or a finger brush, or a child's soft toothbrush. You also need a dog toothpaste. To get your dog used to having their teeth brush, start by putting a dab of the toothpaste on your finger to let the dog taste it. Then you can put another dab on your finger and rub it in a circular motion along the outside of the teeth. It may take a few days for the dog to let you rub your fingers along his teeth. Once he does, you can over a few days slowly introduce the brush with toothpaste into the dog's mouth. The process of brushing should only take less than a minute since you will mainly concentrate on the outer tooth surfaces. Do not use human toothpaste because the fluoride in it can be toxic to dogs, and do not use baking soda because dog's shouldn't swallow that either. Anything you brush your dog's teeth with will be swallowed. Buy dog toothpaste that is made so it can be safely swallowed. Use an oral rinse or gel. Oral rinses and gels contain chlorhexidine or zinc. You can place the rinse or gel in your dog's water bowl. You can also wipe them on your dog's teeth to help control plaque. Since the rinse or gel can be added to the dog's water or wiped on the teeth, the products are safe to swallow. These are best used in conjunction with tooth brushing and regular dental cleanings by your veterinarian. Do not use these products if your dog has medical conditions unless you consult your veterinarian first. Feed your dog dental food. You can start feeding your dog food specifically designed to help with dental care. These specialty foods have built in product or particle sizes which either mechanically or chemically remove plaque. These feeds can be kibble or rawhide type chews. They will be labeled specifically as dental food or designed to clean dog's teeth and prevent plaque on the bag. Examples of dental food include the Science Diet Oral Care by Hill's Pet Nutrition, Iams Chunk Dental Defense Diet, and Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine dry dog food. Check the Veterinary Oral Health Council's list of accepted products for further options. Look for dental foods that have the VOHC seal. This means the food has been tested by the Veterinary Oral Health Council for its effectiveness in cleaning teeth and preventing plaque. If your dog has a medical condition, do not use unless your veterinarian okay's it for your dog. Give your dog chew toys. If your dog loves to chew, you can purchase toys that are specifically designed to help rub the plaque off your dog's teeth. You can also give your dog dental treats to help clean his teeth. Many of these dental treats and toys are labeled on the bag to specifically treat tartar build up and plaque. Dental treats and toys are sold at all pet stores and most supercenters. Examples include Greenies band, Tartar Shield Soft Rawhide Chews, and Purina Busy HeartyHide Chew Treats. If you use chewing toys, make sure to wash them frequently to remove any bacteria. Never let your dog chew bones, hooves, antlers, ice cubes, or any other item that may break his teeth. Check for bad breath. One of the most common signs of periodontal disease is bad breath. Your dog should not have bad breath. Dog breath is not normal for your pet. This may be an early warning sign for periodontal disease. Look for gum abnormalities. Another sign of periodontal disease is problems with the gums. Check your dog's gums carefully, looking for anything out of the ordinary. Your dog's gums should be a healthy pink color. Your dog's gums may bleed if he has periodontal disease. Look for red, swollen gums. This may mean your dog has gingivitis. Check for any yellow-brown crust near the gums. This is tartar build up. Notice any thick dark brown crust near the gums. This is calculus, a concrete hard substance. Monitor for any mouth pain. If your dog has periodontal disease, he may exhibit signs of mouth pain. This may include whining or other noises of pain when eating or when someone touches his mouth. Your dog may have difficulty chewing food, especially hard food. This may lead to a decrease in his appetite. Look for any loose or missing teeth that might be causing pain. Your dog may lose weight due to mouth pain or a decreased appetite. Diagnose periodontal disease. You need to take your dog to the vet to get an oral checkup. The vet will check the gums, looking for abnormalities. The vet will probably perform an x-ray to try to help diagnose the disease because the majority of periodontal symptoms are beneath the gum line. Your vet may do other kinds of imaging tests to look for tooth density and bone support. Your vet will also check the health of the root. Treat periodontal disease. Treatment for the periodontal disease depends on the stage your dog's periodontal disease is at. There are four stages of periodontal disease. Your vet will look at your dog's particular care and suggest a treatment plan tailored to his periodontal disease. Early stages of gum disease can be treated by a thorough cleaning by the vet. Your dog will be put under anesthesia for this. For moderate periodontal disease, a cleaning may be combined with a gel treatment. The vet will focus on cleaning between the gum and tooth and reducing the size of the pocket along the gumline. Treatment may require removal of the affected tissue that surrounds the tooth root and bone. The worst stage of periodontal disease requires removal of the tooth. Learn what periodontal disease is. Periodontal disease is the process that happens when bacteria and leftover food bits in the mouth mix with saliva to form plaque, which adheres to the surface of the teeth. If this plaque is not removed, within 24 hours it mixes with minerals in the saliva to form tartar. The body responds to this by sending inflammatory cells to fight the bacteria, which in turn causes gum inflammation. The gums become reddened and swollen in response. As the process continues, the bacteria in the plaque sends out enzymes which damage the gums and destroy tooth supporting structures. This will cause infections deep in the tooth roots and eventually lead to tooth loss.	Take your dog to the vet for a professional cleaning. Examine your dog’s mouth. Brush your dog’s teeth. Use an oral rinse or gel. Feed your dog dental food. Give your dog chew toys. Check for bad breath. Look for gum abnormalities. Monitor for any mouth pain. Diagnose periodontal disease. Treat periodontal disease. Learn what periodontal disease is.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Money-as-a-College-Student	How to Make Money as a College Student	To make money as a college student, consider tutoring other students or offering your services as a note-taker, typist, or proofreader. You can also visit your campus Career Center to apply for internships or enter academic competitions that offer monetary prizes. If you're interested in a more traditional job, apply to your school's work study program or venture off-campus to look for part-time work like babysitting, being a shop clerk, or waiting tables!	Apply for new scholarships and grants. A lot of students think that they are only eligible for funding when they initially apply for admission. This is a mistake! There are often new scholarship opportunities for upperclassmen, though they aren't always widely advertised. You may also be able to apply for external scholarships or grants, which are offered from groups outside of your school. Begin by scoping out bulletin boards on campus and paying careful attention to email announcements. You can also search online for new funding opportunities, and there are apps that you can download for free (or for very little, such as the app Scholly, available for just $.99) that can help you tailor your search. Offer your services as a tutor. One of the best ways to learn a subject is to teach it. By becoming a tutor, you can hone your own knowledge of your field of study, perform a valuable service to others, and earn some needed cash—it's a win-win scenario for everyone involved! You can often get paid through your school to tutor other students in classes you have completed and done well in, or you can advertise your own services to your fellow classmates. To find tutoring opportunities, meet with your advisor or your professors, or go to the campus tutoring center. Get paid to take notes. You are hopefully already taking careful, thorough notes in your classes for your own benefit. Why not make your efforts pay out double? It's fairly common for students who need special arrangements because of learning disabilities to be assigned a (usually anonymous) note-taker for their classes. These positions are usually compensated—you can often make up to $10 an hour for every hour of class.You'll take careful notes, type them up, and email or drop them off at disability services, where they will be passed on to the students who need them. Watch for emails asking for note-takers. Once a fellow students' needs are documented, disability services will contact the professors and ask for volunteers in the class to take notes, and your professor will in turn email the class. You can also upload your notes to a platform like Stuvia, where you can earn money by selling your notes to other classmates. Advertise your services yourself. You can also contact disability services directly to see if they have a need for note-takers in the courses you are taking, or you can advertise your services yourself to your fellow classmates. If you advertise yourself, make sure that you aren't violating class or university policy. Proofread your classmates' essays. If you excel at writing and editing, you can hone your skills and get paid for it at the same time by offering to proofread your classmates' papers for a reasonable fee. Spread the word among your friends and roommates, and consider posting fliers which advertise your services. Study the honor code carefully. If you do get work proofreading, be careful about how you offer feedback and make suggestions for revision. You should be very familiar with your school's honor code and rules regarding plagiarism. Double-check the particular professor's policy about sharing written work with others, too. Some professors assign take-home essays that are more like exams, and they forbid students from talking to one another during the writing process. If you rewrite, instead of proofread, someone else's paper, you both could be brought up on academic fraud charges, and you could face serious consequences, to include being expelled. Take advantage of your strong typing and computer skills. If you are a fast and accurate typist, if you are great at creating interesting presentations with sophisticated graphics, or if you excel at creating tables and graphs to represent data, you may be able to get paid to teach and help other students with their assignments and hone your own skills at the same time. Visit Career Services. Most campuses have a Career Services office which counsels students on job market possibilities, and which helps prepare them for applying and interviewing as they near graduation. Don't think, however, that you should only use this resource as a senior. You can often find advertisements for paid internships and part-time work in your field of study at the Career Services office. Finding these opportunities early in your studies will not only help you excel in your field and build up your resume, but can add some much needed cash to your wallet while you learn. Enter academic competitions. You can pretty regularly find advertisements for essay contests and scholarly competitions (such as science or engineering competitions) which offer cash prizes for the top performers. Be on the lookout for these opportunities by regularly checking the bulletin boards around campus (begin by looking in academic departments and the library), going through your email carefully, and by going directly to your advisor and/or professors to see if they know of any such competitions for which you may be a good fit. Even if you don't win, you'll get experience in your field, make connections, and build up your portfolio or work. Apply for work study. Even if you weren't awarded work study when you first applied to your school, you may be able to apply now. Make an appointment at the financial aid office to see if you can still apply (or reapply, if your financial situation has recently changed). There are all sorts of jobs available on campus, from working in the dining halls, to performing administrative work in academic departments, and even working at campus theaters, where you'll have access to free performances or movies! See if your college participates in the Federal Work Study Program. This program provides part-time work opportunities for students with financial aid, and guarantees that you'll be paid at least the federal minimum wage. Whenever possible, the positions available are relevant to your area of study and are civic-minded, aimed to serve the public interest. Become an RA. If you live in the dorms, are an active participant in dorm and campus activities, have a good grade point average, and enjoy working with and counseling others, then becoming an RA (resident assistant) could be a great opportunity for you. While you may not bring home an additional pay-check for being an RA, you'll usually get either free or greatly reduced room and board, which will then free up money for your other expenses. At some schools, though, you may receive a stipend as an RA. Become a guinea pig. Scope out bulletin boards on campus for advertisements looking for volunteers for psychology studies or medical experiments. These usually pay a flat rate, though at some schools, you could make up to $20 an hour doing something as simple (and possibly as interesting!) as filling out questionnaires. Verify that the experiment is safe. Before you agree to participate, make sure that the experiment was approved by an Institutional Review Board or a Human Subjects Participant Program. This will help ensure that your rights and physical and mental well-being are protected. Look for off-campus research trials. If you can't find opportunities to participate in research on campus, go to the US Government's official clinical trial website to find legit trials in your area. You can also visit the webpages of local hospitals to see if they are looking for participants. Sell your textbooks at the end of the term. One of your biggest expenses may be the cash you have to set aside for textbooks. You can usually get a good chunk of your money back at the end of the term by selling back your books. Campus bookstores will sometimes buy back books, but many campuses also allow independent companies to set up shop at the end of the term. You can also scope out used bookstores in the area to see if they buy used books. To improve your odds of being able to sell a book (or fetch a good price for it), take care of your books throughout the semester, and avoid marking up the pages with notes and highlighters. Become an organizational guru. It's hard to succeed in school (or at at any job!) if your work materials are a messy nightmare. Spend some time developing your organizational skills, and then advertise your services to your fellow classmates, and possibly even your professors. Offer to help your clients go through their files (either paper or electronic), and help them come up with a method for sorting and arranging their work that they can manage on their own. Offer your cleaning and laundering services. College student usually aren't known for keeping spotless rooms or staying on top of their laundry. If you don't mind doing either of these tasks, and if you can stand the mess and stink, consider getting paid to clean dorm rooms or do laundry for your lazier classmates. Open a salon in your dorm room (or make house calls). If you are talented at doing nails, hair, or make-up, consider advertising your services to your classmates, especially before big events like sorority formals or Valentine's Day. Research what local salons charge for services, and then undercut their prices to the point where you'll still be making a profit, but will be an affordable option for your fellow classmates. Open a snack-shop. It's not a secret that college students get the munchies! If you're good at baking (or even just scoping out good deals on prepackaged snack items), take advantage of your classmates' perpetual hunger. Post fliers with tantalizing pictures of your baked goods, or visit the library and other hot study spots at key points in the term, such as midterm and finals week. If you're a night owl, then you're sure to find students on the prowl for a good snack in the wee hours of Friday and Saturday (or even Thursday, at some party schools!). If you decide to sell to the night crowd, though, it's a smart, safe move to work with a partner. Set up a recycling center on your dorm room floor. If you live in a state which accepts bottle redemptions, you can make easy money by collecting and returning soda cans. Consider making a small investment in a large plastic garbage bin, line it with a sturdy plastic bag, and decorate it with signs: “Place your used soda cans here!”. Place the bin outside your dorm, and then all you'll have to do is sort through it before bringing it to the redemption center. Make sure that you aren't violating dorm policy by doing this. So long as it's allowed, you may also be able to go through any other recycling bins that are set up on campus. Seek out tip jobs. As a college student, having access to quick cash is extremely helpful. Look for part-time job opportunities that will allow you to walk away with cash in hand at the end of your shift. Serving or tending bar in restaurants, working as a hotel or restaurant valet, delivering food (which usually requires you to have your own car and insurance), or doing street performance are good options. Get a part-time job at a local shop. Hit the pavement and check out the local businesses around your area. You may be able to find part-time work that fits around your school schedule. While you should check the classifieds regularly for posted job ads, understand that not all businesses use these, and you may have better luck if you inquire in person about possible job openings. Be prepared with a copy of your resume and look presentable when you first go to the shop. Don't pop in on your way home from the gym! That won't leave a good impression! Visit a temp agency. The process of finding an available job can be simplified by enlisting the help of a temp agency. They can sort through all the ads for you, and already have established relationships with local businesses. While the agency will take a portion of your wages, temp jobs tend to pay fairly well, and you can be clear about what your availability is around your class schedule. Another advantage of working through an agency is that you can turn down work if you are having a particularly busy week or month at school. Baby-sit or nanny for local families. If you are responsible and good with children, you can often find steady work as a baby-sitter or nanny. Research the going rates in your area; as a college student, you may be able to demand a higher rate, particularly if you are an education major (or psychology, pre-med or nursing student, have certification in CPR and/or first-aid, etc.). In some cities, you may be able to make up to $15 an hour. Consider signing up with professional baby-sitting services. These businesses screen and run back-ground checks on their sitters. Many parents are more comfortable placing their children in the care of sitters who have been vetted through this process. Advertise your baby-sitting business on campus. You may also consider offering your services to your professors. If you are their current student, they may not feel comfortable (or be allowed to) hire you, but they may be able to recommend you to other of their friends and colleagues. Negotiate additional tasks for extra pay. If you are already spending time in a home taking care of children, you may be able to make some extra cash by going above and beyond. For example, you can offer to do laundry and wash dishes for an extra fee (perhaps $10 more) on top of your regular baby-sitting rate. Work with children in other ways. If baby-sitting isn't your thing, you may find fulfilling and lucrative work by tutoring or coaching elementary or high school students. Contact the local schools to see if they have children who might benefit from your services or to see if they have part-time coaching positions available. You may also be able to find these sorts of jobs by going to local organizations like the YMCA or YWCA. Work with animals. If you connect better with animals than people, then you may be able to find work that puts you in contact with our non-human friends, which will be good for both your mental and your financial health. Advertise your services as a dog walker or pet sitter. You can place fliers (dog-parks and local veterinarians are great places to start) or advertise on-line, but don't overlook the importance of networking with people you know. You may even want to think about opening a pooper-scooper business. Cleaning up Fido's business is no one's favorite chore, but armed with gloves and the proper tools, it's an easy enough job. You'll also be provided with steady work! Get paid to work outside. If you're young and strong and like to be outside, then starting a business in which you do yard work or landscaping could be right up your alley. Be able to switch up your services as the seasons change: have access to a lawn-mower and weed-whacker in the warmer months, and switch out to warm clothes and a shovel once the cold hits. If it snows a lot where you live, buying a snow-blower could be a solid investment. If you're an early bird, you may be able to make money by offering to scrape the ice off cars in the early hours before people have to go to work. You may be able to find several clients in your own neighborhood or at a single apartment complex. Use your vehicle to your advantage. If you own your own car, are insured, and have a good driving record, then there are various ways you can put your car to work for you. You may be able to find work delivering papers, driving fellow students (to the airport, to run errands or go to appointments off-campus), or you can even open up your own delivery service. For example, you can get paid to grocery shopping for those who are home-bound while you stock up for your own pantry. If you have a truck, you probably already know that you (or rather, it) is in high demand, especially come moving in/out day on campus: offer your services as a mover—for a fee, of course! House sit. Do you know anyone who is planning to take a long vacation, or has your professor mentioned their plans to travel overseas on their sabbatical? If so, you may be the perfect candidate to house-sit. This is a particularly great gig: you usually won't be asked to do much more than watch over the home, collect mail, water the plants, perform yard work as necessary, and perhaps care for pets. Beyond that, though, you'll get to live in a home that's probably far nicer than yours for a few days or even weeks. Network to find house-sitting opportunities. Let your family, friends, and professors know about your availability to house-sit. It's usually best to try to find a friend-of-a-friend (or a coworker or boss of a friend or parent, etc.) Your immediate friends and family members may expect you to help out for free and be insulted at your request for payment. Sell blood and/or plasma. Why not perform a valuable service for others while getting paid at the same time? Depending upon whether you are giving blood or plasma, you can usually make in the range of $20-45 per “donation”. You will need to meet certain eligibility requirements before you'll be allowed to donate, though, and there are limits to how often you can donate. Read up on the American Red Cross's donation guidelines before you commit, or check in with the hospital or clinic where you'll be donating. Sell your gently used clothes to consignment shops. Take a careful look at your closet; how much of it do you regularly wear? How much of it still fits? How much of it is still in style? There's a good chance that you have a decent amount of money tied up in your wardrobe. Pull out any items that are still in good condition, make sure they are clean and wrinkle-free, and then take them to a local consignment shop. You should be able to walk away with cash in hand. Just try not to spend it all on new clothes while you're there—unless, of course, that's why you wanted the extra money in the first place! Sell your stuff online. If there isn't a good consignment shop nearby (or if you think you may be able to make more by selling your items yourself), you may want to consider selling your no-longer-wanted-or-needed possessions online. Craigslist and eBay are two popular sites to try. Think about offering up your clothes, shoes, bags, accessories, exercise equipment, and/or electronic equipment. So long as it's in decent condition, you can usually find a buyer for nearly any item. You'll want to take high resolution pictures of your items, and be sure to offer a clear, complete description of the item. If you have warranty information, manuals, or brochures that accompany the items, you may have better luck making a sell. Have a yard sale. You can also set up shop in your own yard (or drive-way, or garage). Many areas have active yard sale scenes, and it takes minimal work for you to be able to meet up with those who are looking for great deals. Post fliers around your neighborhood, and remember to place an ad in your local paper if they advertise garage/yard sales. Be willing to negotiate with buyers, and don't set your expectations too high when you set your prices. At best, you may only be able to fetch 25% of the original price you paid for an item. Write online. If you are good with the written word, you should be able to find plenty of opportunities to write (or edit others' work) online. Search for freelance writing and editing gigs. The rates for these jobs vary: you may be paid by the word, be offered a flat rate for a project, or in some cases can be paid an hourly rate. You typically won't be able to retain copyright over your work or collect royalties, however. Even so, by doing freelance work you can build a portfolio and make valuable connections which may later pay off with more stable job opportunities. Start your own blog or website. If you want your work to remain your own, and if you want the freedom to write about whatever topics interest you, you can think about creating your own website or blog. If you get enough followers, you can start to bring in revenue through advertising. You'll only make a few cents per click on the ads on your page, but with enough followers, this can add up for you over time. Start a YouTube channel. If you prefer visual media and are great at creating videos which are funny or informative, you may also be able to make money by creating a YouTube channel with advertising. See our related wikiHow on how to earn money on YouTube. Turn your hobbies into a business. Do you love do-it-yourself projects? Are you able to knit, crochet, work with wood, or craft hand-made jewelry? If so, you may find a good client base by setting up shop on sites like eBay or Etsy. You'll need a PayPal account, a good camera to take quality pictures of your crafts, and a way to organize your orders. Perform paid administrative work. If you have basic computer skills and don't mind doing repetitive work, you may be able to find work stuffing envelopes, doing data entry, or working as a telemarketer from your home. These jobs typically can be done in your spare time and require minimal training from the employing company. Make the most of your time online. If you already spend too much time surfing or shopping online, you may be able to find a way to turn your time-wasting past time into a profitable venture. There are various business which offer you small amounts of money to take surveys (such as iPoll.com), download apps or listen to music. The money you'll be able to make will probably only amount to pocket change—you'll be offered a few cents to a few dollars per task—but it can add up over the course of time, and will certainly help you feel less guilty about the occasional latte splurge. Design an app. There's a lot of potential money to be made in the mobile app business. If you've got an idea for a great new app that can either provide people with a fun diversion or help them organize their life or learn in creative new ways, you may be sitting on potentially lucrative idea. There are many tutorials available which offer helpful advice, and you can even create an app if you lack coding experience. See our related wikiHow on how to create an app. Rent a room. If you rent or own off-campus, you can free up a large chunk of cash by cutting down on your share of rent and utility expenses by finding a roommate. Carefully screen applicants—it may be a good idea to begin searching for a roommate among your friends and classmates. Be sure to draw up an agreement between the two of you outlining how bills will be handled, and make sure you aren't violating your current lease if you bring in an additional person to your home. Save money on books. Books are a large expense for any college student, but it's not a good idea to forego purchasing them at all. There are, however, various ways to potentially save hundreds on your book costs over the course of the school year. Once your reading list is available, begin by checking the prices in the campus bookstore, but them look elsewhere for better deals. Look for used books. You can usually find cheaper options (both new and used) online or by going to local used bookstores, who often buy books from students at the end of the term. Given that professors often use the same texts from term to term, you may be able to score much cheaper versions of the book. You may even be able to check the text out for free from the campus or local library. See if you can use an older edition. If your professor has assigned a newer edition of a text, you may be able to get buy with an older (cheaper) edition of the text. Publishers often make very few changes from edition to edition, and the only thing that may vary is the page numbers or the occasional addition of a new reading. Double-check with your professor to see if an older edition will work for you before you commit to buying. Rent or share textbooks. You may also be able to rent your textbooks for a much reduced cost, or you can split the cost of a pricey book with a classmate or roommate who is enrolled in the same course. If you do this, make sure that you have a clear schedule for when each of you will access to the book. Carry cash only. You may be able to spend less by limiting yourself to only paying for items with cash. Put your debit and credit cards away, or tuck them in corner of your wallet to only be brought out for emergencies. When you cash your check or make a withdrawal, take out enough to last you for the month, if possible. This way, you can avoid having to make repeat trips to the ATM. At an average fee of $3 per withdrawal, the fees can really add up. Avoid carrying all of your cash when you go out, though. Take just what you think you'll need. Save on food on campus. If you live on campus, you may be required to purchase a dining plan. If so, select the most economical plan (be honest about how often you'll be willing or able to go to the cafeteria). Then, whatever plan you have, take full advantage of it: avoid skipping meals so that you won't need to purchase food later; and if you're allowed, take fruit or leftovers so that you'll have snacks available throughout the day. Also, scope out events on campus which offer free food. If you have a work study with the dining hall or catering services, you may be able to take home free food. Opt out of your dining plan. If you are able to, you may be able to save more money by opting out of a dining plan and buying your groceries yourself. Shop at discount grocery stores or buy in bulk from stores like Costco. While you get more bang for your buck when you buy in bulk, your tab can be pretty high. You can work around this problem by having a friend or roommate go in with you on purchases. Save on clothes. Sure you want to look good, but you don't have to spend a lot to stay on trend. Consider simplifying your wardrobe: build a solid base of classics that you can easily mix and match. Buy all of your clothes second-hand or commit to only buying items on sale. You can also swap clothes with your friends to keep things fresh. Barter your services with friends. Do you spend more than you'd like getting your hair and nails done each month? Do you have a friend who can't resist the pastries at the coffee shop or who pays for a personal trainer? Think about what both you and your friends spend money on, and then see if there's a way for you to barter and trade services with each other in order to save money. For example, in exchange for doing your hair before a big date, you can offer to supply your friend with some fresh-baked goodies. Reduce your transportation costs. The costs associated with commuting to and from school (or across town as you run errands) can be quite high. In an effort to save money on gas, insurance, and parking, try to take public transportation as much as possible. Your school may have discounted bus passes available for students, or you may be able to arrange to carpool with your fellow students to classes or for supply runs. Cut out luxuries. You may think that you can't live without your cable or Starbucks, but be honest with yourself. It's probably just the caffeine you need, and not the $4 latte. Make your coffee at home, consider cutting out the cable and switching to free or cheaper tv options (such as NetFlix or Hulu), and hold off on upgrading to the newest, shiniest electronic gadgets. By going without luxuries, you'll of course free up money, but you'll also come to enjoy and appreciate them more once you can truly be able to afford them again. Take advantage of student discounts. Before you head out to a local restaurant or museum, do some quick research to see if they offer discounts for students. As a student, you can often get free admission or great deals with your student identification. Look for free entertainment. How much money do you currently spend going out to movies, bars, or clubs? While it's important that you have a social life and find ways to relax when you aren't hitting the books, you don't have to spend a lot of cash (or any!) to have a good time in your free time. Actually read the fliers and posters around campus, which advertise free, fun, and/or interesting activities and lectures. You may be able to see plays and concerts on campus, attend lectures from important thinkers, or go to university-sponsored parties all for free with your student ID. Consider joining one or more of the clubs on campus. Besides being able to meet new and interesting people, some of them have regular activities (like movie nights) or even take service trips over school breaks. These are usually funded in part or sometimes completely through donations or through fund-raising efforts.	Apply for new scholarships and grants. Offer your services as a tutor. Get paid to take notes. Watch for emails asking for note-takers. Advertise your services yourself. Proofread your classmates' essays. Study the honor code carefully. Take advantage of your strong typing and computer skills. Visit Career Services. Enter academic competitions. Apply for work study. See if your college participates in the Federal Work Study Program. Become an RA. Become a guinea pig. Verify that the experiment is safe. Look for off-campus research trials. Sell your textbooks at the end of the term. Become an organizational guru. Offer your cleaning and laundering services. Open a salon in your dorm room (or make house calls). Open a snack-shop. Set up a recycling center on your dorm room floor. Seek out tip jobs. Get a part-time job at a local shop. Visit a temp agency. Baby-sit or nanny for local families. Consider signing up with professional baby-sitting services. Advertise your baby-sitting business on campus. Negotiate additional tasks for extra pay. Work with children in other ways. Work with animals. Get paid to work outside. Use your vehicle to your advantage. House sit. Network to find house-sitting opportunities. Sell blood and/or plasma. Sell your gently used clothes to consignment shops. Sell your stuff online. Have a yard sale. Write online. Start your own blog or website. Start a YouTube channel. Turn your hobbies into a business. Perform paid administrative work. Make the most of your time online. Design an app. Rent a room. Save money on books. Look for used books. See if you can use an older edition. Rent or share textbooks. Carry cash only. Save on food on campus. Opt out of your dining plan. Save on clothes. Barter your services with friends. Reduce your transportation costs. Cut out luxuries. Take advantage of student discounts. Look for free entertainment. Consider joining one or more of the clubs on campus.
https://www.wikihow-fun.com/Be-a-Bike-Punk	How to Be a Bike Punk	To be a bike punk, you'll need a bike, either new or used, that's customized to show off your unique personality. For example, you could paint it your favorite color, decorate it with cool stickers, or put a basket on it. Once you have a bike, try to use it as your main form of transportation. You can also meet up with other bike punks and go riding together. Additionally, if you want to dress like a typical bike bunk, wear skinny jeans that are rolled up so your socks are showing.	Buy a bike. Of course, you can borrow one from a friend, but how will you be able to call it your own? A bike punk values their bicycle almost as much as their own life. Do not steal a bike. Only go out and buy a really expensive bicycle if you are serious about this. Lock it up. You earn extreme credibility if you find one in the trash or at a thrift store/flea market and do something unique to make it your own. You can paint it and add accessories (baskets, flowers, horns (literal animal horns), fake fur, bells, etc.). If you are talented with welding and inventing contraptions, use these skills to create out-of-the-ordinary tandem, tall, oblong, and unique bikes. Get Committed. Sell, give, or burn your car away. If you don't have one already even better. Bike punks don't drive internal combustion engines without extreme guilt and malice. Learn bicycle safety. This cannot be stressed enough. be careful of driver doors swinging open, "right hooks", cars turning at intersections, and being visible at night. Red flashing LED lights clipped on your bag are always de rigueur. The bicycle is your primary form of transportation. Even if your destination is 10 miles (16 km) away, bike there. Some of the most hardcore of bike punks have ridden across the state, and even country. Bicycle rain or shine. While it is desirable to bicycle in the warmth and sunshine, a bike punk will move through rain, sleet, and snow. Critical Mass. Every last Friday of every month, the Critical Mass ritual occurs in cities all over the world. Find out when your city has it and where people convene. There, you will meet fellow bicycle enthusiasts. If you live in a small town, ride to the nearest city to participate. If this is not possible, then create your own form of bicycle activism and bicycle communities. Optional: Clothing. Well, clothing is optional. Bike punks consider themselves to be persons of different subcultures, mostly left of the dial. This includes: nudists, hippies, hipsters, punks, homeless people, utterly insane, etc. You can see that these all overlap at one point or another. Tight pants are recommended, usually rolled up past the ankles displaying socks and shoes. Unique hair is a must, be it dreadlocks, spunky colors, or fun hats/helmets.	Buy a bike. Get Committed. Learn bicycle safety. The bicycle is your primary form of transportation. Bicycle rain or shine. Critical Mass. Optional:
https://www.wikihow.com/Overcome-a-Fear-of-Sex	How to Overcome a Fear of Sex	To overcome your fear of sex, practice pleasuring yourself so you can get to know your own body before opening up to someone else. You can also practice kissing, massaging, and touching with a willing partner to make you more comfortable before you move onto intercourse. If you're in a relationship, explain your feelings to your partner and ask them to take things at your speed. Try not to compare yourself to other people, since everyone's sexual journey is unique. If you ever feel uncomfortable during sexual activity, don't be afraid to tell your partner that you want to stop, since it's important that you feel in control.	Face your fear. Determine what you are afraid of and challenge it. When it comes to being fearful of sex, you need to know what has caused you to be afraid. Identifying specific fears will help you focus on finding a solution. Sit down and make a list of the things you fear about sex. For example, you may not know how to approach the subject, you might be afraid of doing something wrong, or you're embarrassed of how you look naked. Challenge your fears by listing possible solutions to resolve your fears. For example, if you don't know how to approach the subject with someone, ask a trusted friend how they do it, or find someone who does it well and model his behavior. Even watching a romantic movie might help. If you are afraid of doing something wrong, you need to study the subject and figure out what techniques work best for you. Preparation and knowledge will lessen any fear. Educate yourself on human anatomy and physiology. The structure and function of the human body have been studied for centuries. There are volumes of information you can refer to if you are unaware of some or all parts of the female or male anatomy. If your fear is related to not knowing enough about a woman's and man's external genitalia, then it is time to get educated. The female genitalia includes: the vagina, a tubular organ connecting the genitals with the uterus; the uterus, a hollow muscular organ where a fetus grows during pregnancy; the vulva includes all the visible external aspects (mons pubis, labia majora, labia minora, clitoris, urethra, vaginal vestibule, perineal body); glans, the tip of the clitoris that is a highly sensitive organ. The male genitalia includes: the penis, cylindrical mass of penile tissue; the testes, oval, glandular organs contained inside the skin pouch called the scrotum; glans, the structure at the tip of the penis. The four stages of sexual response are: excitement, plateau, orgasm, and refractory period. An orgasm is a genital reflex governed by the nerves in the spinal cord and is experienced differently by women and men. Once you understand the basic structure and function of relevant body parts, you will feel more in command of yourself and your fears about sexual activity. Make a plan of action. Most fears are conquered by devising a plan of action. Overcoming a fear of sex is no exception. Identify what your main objectives are, set up steps to take and follow your plan. Make a list of the things you fear. Is your fear related to the possible sexual encounter you might have during a date? Therefore, does the thought of asking someone on a date scare you? Are you concerned with looking good, having bad breath, or sweating too much? Approach your dilemma one step at a time. For example, if you are afraid to ask someone on a date, start by first asking a stranger what time it is. Although you won't be asking the person on a date or to have a sexual encounter, you will gain experience approaching someone and asking them a question. This is the first step toward your goal. Working toward a solution will help lessen your fear. Creating a plan of action helps you feel like you can do something to improve your situation. Practice. To overcome a fear of sex you need to gradually work your way through the process. Research indicates that overcoming a fear is aided when a person faces the fear in an imagined situation or a live experience. Developing a positive habit is the desired goal. Learn how to please yourself. Determine what feels good to you by touching yourself, imagining an interaction with someone, or using sexual accessories designed to arouse. With a willing participant, build your experience over time in the areas of communicating your feelings, holding hands, kissing, massage, sexual touching and eventually intercourse. Do not pressure yourself into doing too much too soon. This may only add to the fear you are feeling. Be open with your emotions. When communicating with someone you care about be kind and caring and show them you are emotionally open. Sex is an emotional experience, so be mindful of this when speaking and when spoken to. If you are physically or emotionally uncomfortable in any way, tell the person you are with and take the time you need to get to a place of comfort. For example, if you feel rushed or physically ill say, “I've got to stop right here. I'm not comfortable.” Avoid jumping into sexual situations too quickly. The results could be dangerous. You can still be emotionally open with someone and show discretion about how far you will allow yourself to be involved. Remember to have fun. Sexual interactions are supposed to be enjoyable so relax and engage in the excitement of it all. Focusing on having fun will distract you from being fearful. Lightening the mood during a sexual encounter will allow you to feel free. For example, be playful and silly and laugh at yourself. It will set you both at ease. Address your physical functioning. The human body is amazing. Yours is unique and needs to be taken care of so you will have confidence with your sexual abilities. Eating right, getting an appropriate amount of sleep, and exercising will help you maintain great health and a positive sense of yourself. Certain drugs and alcohol will affect your physical functioning. Avoid them to eliminate lingering fear. If you do have difficulty getting and maintaining an erection, see a doctor who is specifically trained to manage these issues. Erectile dysfunction is usually attributed to a poor blood supply to the penis. Eating foods that promote good vascular health and following a healthy-heart related plan may help the condition. A diet high in vegetables and fruits, whole grains, fiber, lean meats, and low-fat dairy products is recommended. Relax your expectations to improve performance. Placing undue pressure upon yourself does not work to your advantage. If you have a fear of not being able to perform and meet your partner's needs, then you must adjust your mindset. Men tend to be competitive about many things in life, which isn't always healthy. It becomes a problem when it causes you so much stress during a sexual encounter that you are more focused on “winning” than on enjoying each other's company. Being overly focused on winning indicates you seek high levels of external validation. Shift your thinking toward the sharing aspects of your interaction. This will move your focus from yourself to the experience itself and your partner. Don't judge yourself. Your self-worth is not dependent upon your sexual performance. You are an entire person with many positive qualities and abilities. Don't let one aspect of your life define you. Write a list of some of your positive attributes, and how they benefit you and the people around you. Improve your emotional vocabulary. It is a common struggle to figure out how you feel and communicate it clearly to someone. Frustration can set in when you don't know what you feel. You may be afraid of saying the wrong thing or not saying what you really mean. Start by writing about the feelings you are having. Writing helps to organize your thoughts about your fears and clarifies what you are feeling. Your writing doesn't have to be perfect. The important thing to do is to pull your emotions up from your subconscious to acknowledge them, and then you can process them. If there is something you want to tell someone, rehearse it ahead of time. Visualize yourself meeting with the person and having a good conversation. Don't feel pressured to give your feelings a label. You don't need to give everything a perfect name in order for it to be real. Perhaps you feel a little unsteady and a bit nervous and excited, but a little nauseous at the same time. This may translate to feeling love or infatuation for someone. It can be confusing. Make sure you are safe. A woman's primary concern when engaging in any sexual activities is her safety. Taking precautions will help alleviate your fears toward being emotionally or physically harmed. Whether you have a fear of getting pregnant, of losing your virginity, or your parents finding out, securing your safety will help manage all of them. You have control over your body. Avoid those things that cause you to lose control like alcohol or drugs. Make sure you feel comfortable and are ready for sexual activity. Always make sure someone knows where you are when there is a potential to engage in sexual activity with someone. Guard against pregnancy by using a form of birth control. The fear of getting pregnant can motivate you to make good choices. Don't compare yourself to others. Competing or comparing yourself to others in a group can be dangerous. Becoming sexually active is a turning point for everyone. You must resist the pressures of trying to fit in or make someone like you by offering sexual favors. Your sexual development is a very personal and unique part of your life. It is your experience so you must take ownership of it. Don't allow others to negatively influence your decisions. You must learn to set boundaries with confidence, which will help fight off any fears you have. For example, someone shows you a lot of attention and you end up dating. Your affection grows for the person, but not as fast as the person would like. They say to you, “I'm really interested in a lot of people and I thought we would be having sex by this point. When are we going to have sex? Don't you like me?” An effective response would be, “I like you a lot and I'm enjoying the fact that we are getting closer. I appreciate that you've been patient with me. However, my choice to have sex with you will never be something I rush into. If you need to date someone else, then I have no other choice but to let you go.” Assert your right to say, “no. ” Sexual assault, dating or domestic violence, and stalking are very serious matters. As a woman, or anyone, you must be clear about your intentions when faced with a possible sexual encounter. You have the ability to stop an interaction at any time. When you say, “No!” and “Stop” it means “Stop!” Look out for yourself as if you were looking out for your best friend. If you sense danger in any situation, always follow your intuition. Be comfortable with changing your plans, your mind, and those you date. Trust your instincts. The important thing to remember is you must trust the person you are with so you can make clear, well-informed decisions. Find a therapist. If you are avoiding sexual contact and the thought of having sex causes you to feel excessive and unreasonable anxiety or panic, you should seek help from a professional therapist. This may be signs of a phobia rather than a normal fear response. The physical symptoms of a phobia include: sweating, shaking, feeling lightheaded, and having difficulty breathing. A counselor can help you manage these symptoms and the condition. See a therapist if you have sexual abuse in your history, which may hinder your enjoyment of sexual activity. Talking with a counselor and processing those traumas will lead to a positive relationship with others. Learn relaxation techniques. When everyone relaxes, everyone benefits. Approaching an intimate situation with a sense of calm will stave off fear, and enhance your enjoyment. Relaxation techniques include guided imagery, biofeedback, and breathing exercises. These will help you lower the stress and fear you feel. Use these techniques prior to interacting with someone. Guided imagery involves focusing on calming images and can be done by yourself or with help from a therapist. Biofeedback is a technique that trains you to lower your heart rate and blood pressure, which are associated with fear. Breathing exercises help to calm the nervous system associated with the fight-or-flight response, which is triggered when you feel fear. If fear takes a hold of you when you are with someone in an intimate situation, pause and take a minute to breath and tap into the relaxation skills you have learned. Challenge your negative thoughts. Your thoughts affect your emotions. There is a tendency to overestimate the negative outcomes before you experience them, and underestimate your ability to cope with and manage a situation. These thoughts are imbalanced and need to be challenged. For example, you are extremely nervous and afraid that you will throw up on your date when you are kissing. Challenge the thought by saying, “You cannot predict the future and you have never thrown up on anyone. If you feel nauseous excuse yourself and go to the bathroom. You can handle it.” You are stronger than you think. If you feel you lack adequate coping skills, improve them. For example, take notice of the way you effectively cope with another type of fear in your life and apply the same technique. Also, observe how someone you admire copes with difficult situations. Ask them for suggestions that you can implement. Use positive self-talk to calm your thoughts and nerves. For example, if you feel your fear, anxiety or stress increase, tell yourself, “You are fine. This is going to be fun. You are not going to be embarrassed. Have a good time.”	Face your fear. Educate yourself on human anatomy and physiology. Make a plan of action. Practice. Be open with your emotions. Remember to have fun. Address your physical functioning. Relax your expectations to improve performance. Improve your emotional vocabulary. Make sure you are safe. Don't compare yourself to others. Assert your right to say, “no. Find a therapist. Learn relaxation techniques. Challenge your negative thoughts.
https://www.wikihow.health/Lose-Weight-Without-Dieting	How to Lose Weight Without Dieting	To lose weight without dieting, start by drinking plenty of fluids, which can prevent you from snacking when you aren't hungry. It's also important to sleep 7-9 hours each night, since sleeping less than 6 hours per night increases your risk for weight gain and obesity. Engage in 150 minutes of cardio exercise every week to support your weight loss when you're not dieting. You can also include 1-3 days of strength training to increase your metabolic rate, which allows you to burn more calories when you're at rest.	Set realistic goals. If your plan is to make small lifestyle changes instead of going on a diet, you may not lose as much weight or may lose weight more slowly compared to others that are counting calories or are following a diet. Set small weight loss goals for yourself each week or month. Weight loss might be easier to tackle if you have small goals to meet more often instead of one large, long-term goal. Goals that are too hefty can result in failure to stay on the program. Setting smaller, realistic goals is crucial to success. Although it's not likely you'll lose large amounts of weight each week without dieting, it's not safe to try to lose more than 1–2 pounds weekly. Losing more than that may mean you're not eating enough, which could lead to nutrient deficiencies as you're most likely not eating enough food to provide you with all the essential nutrients you need. Make a list of lifestyle changes you can make. Although weight loss doesn't require you to go on a "diet" or count calories or restrict your food intake, it may require you to make a few lifestyle changes. These are small changes you can make in a variety of areas your life to help you achieve your goals. They can be made slowly, at the pace that is comfortable for you. Lifestyle changes should be something you feel comfortable changing or altering long-term. Reverting back to old habits may cause you to gain weight back. Ideas for some small changes to begin with include: taking the stairs instead of the elevator, drinking less or giving up soda, going to the gym 2–3 times a week, or eating more fruits and vegetables. Note that lifestyle changes should not feel like a "diet." If they do, they might not be sustainable long-term or be something you enjoy doing. Write up a meal plan. Even without following a specific diet, writing up a personalized meal plan may help you lose weight. You can design your own plan, whether you want to count calories, monitor carbs, or focus on protein. Use your meal plan to design your own easy-to-follow and enjoyable eating pattern. Ideally, consult a Dietitian for a customized meal plan that takes into account all of your medical history and preferences. Plan for a few days or an entire week of meals. Make sure to include breakfast, lunch, dinner and any snacks. You can also use your meal plan to write up a corresponding grocery list. This will help make your trip to the store more efficient. If you're not planning on following any specific diet plan, it's still essential to aim for a healthy, well-balanced diet. Include all five food groups most days in your meal plan. Get enough fluids. Drinking adequate amounts of clear, sugar-free fluids daily can help you stay properly hydrated throughout the day. When you're dehydrated, many times your body sends hunger-like signals that may trigger you to eat. Extra snacking from this can make weight loss more difficult or slow. Aim to drink about 64 oz or 2 L of fluids daily. This general rule of thumb is a good place to start. However, you may notice you need slightly more or less depending on your weight and activity level. Keep a water bottle handy. Having a reusable bottle around can help you keep track of how much you're drinking throughout the day. Get adequate rest each night. Sleeping at least 7–9 hours a night is recommended to help support weight loss in addition to a healthy lifestyle. Studies have shown that those who get less than 6 hours of sleep per night are at higher risk for being overweight and gaining weight. Go to bed early and make sure to turn off all lights, TVs, cell phones or computers. This may help you sleep more soundly. Eat a balanced diet. Eating a well-balanced diet doesn't mean you have to be restrictive with your diet. However, it's important to eat foods from all five food groups so that you're consuming a variety of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients essential to your overall health. Include a source of lean protein at each meal. Protein helps keep you satisfied longer and may help promote weight loss. Aim to have 3–4 oz (a portion about the size of your palm) of any of the following: beef, pork, seafood, dairy products, poultry, eggs, legumes or tofu. Include fruits and vegetables at all meals. These foods are low-calorie and nutrient dense (meaning they contain a whole host of vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants). Including these at each meal may help you reduce the overall amount of calories you consume without actually dieting. It's recommended to make half your meals or half of your plate a fruit or vegetable. Choose 100% whole grains when possible. These grains are higher in fiber and other nutrients compared to refined grains and are important for your health. Include a serving or two (1/2 cup or 1 oz) most days. Whole grains include: quinoa, 100% whole wheat bread, brown rice, oats or 100% whole grain pasta. This is where moderation comes into play. You may treat yourself, but make sure that falls into the category of "variety" and not just constant splurging. Snack healthy. One common reason people give up on diets is because they feel hungry throughout the day. Including healthy snacks can help keep you satisfied throughout the day and help manage your hunger. It can also help you maintain a speedy metabolism throughout the day. Include 1–2 snacks daily if you need it. Most snacks should fall between 100–200 calories. Higher calorie snacks may not promote weight loss. Snack as needed. If you're not feeling hungry or it is close to your planned meal time, it might be wise to pass on your snack. Healthy snacks to try include: 1/2 cup cottage cheese and fruit, 2 oz of low-sodium beef jerky, 1–2 ounces of cheese, and carrots and hummus. Indulge in moderation. Being able to enjoy favorite foods or the occasional treat is important when you're finding a healthy eating pattern to maintain long-term. Even with the occasional sweet treat or indulgent meal, you can still lose weight. Schedule in a dinner out, a sweet treat, or alcoholic drink into your meal plan. Make sure items like these aren't popping up frequently. Otherwise weight loss may prove to be more difficult. If planning on splurging a little, try to make other changes in your day or week to compensate a little. Maybe you go to the gym or take an extra walk or skip your afternoon snack. Talk to you doctor. Set up an appointment to talk to your doctor about your weight loss goals. They may be able to guide you toward a healthy and safe weight and let you know if weight loss is safe for you. In addition, your doctor may be able to give you tools to help you lose weight. Many doctors use prescription appetite suppressants to induce weight loss in some people. These medications may not be safe or appropriate for everyone, so your doctor will most likely give you a physical prior to prescribing you the medication. Although weight loss medications may work without following a specific diet, you will see the best results when you combine medication with diet and exercise. Increase baseline activity. Baseline activity refers to your normal, day-to-day activities: walking to the car, going to the store or doing household chores. Increasing your baseline activity may help support your weight loss. Baseline activity does not burn as many calories as planned exercise (like going for a 30 minute jog). However, it does burn a small amount of calories and has been shown to improve mood and increase energy. Include more baseline activities such as: parking farther away, taking the stairs instead of the elevator, or standing during commercial breaks. Avoid sedentary behavior as much as possible. Try to not sit or lay down to watch TV or use the computer for long periods of time. Add in aerobic exercise. Cardio exercises or aerobic activity burns the most calories per minute. Adding in regular cardio to your week can help support your weight loss - especially when you're not dieting. It's recommended to perform at least 150 minutes or about 2 1/2 hours of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week. To see additional results, increase your activity as needed or try adding in vigorous-intensity activity (which burns more calories per minute) Cardio activities include: running/walking, biking, hiking, using the elliptical or going to a aerobic dance class. Consult a personal trainer who is accredited to create a custom exercise plan that takes into account all of your goals and limitations/injuries. Incorporate strength training. Although cardio burns a significant amount of calories, strength training can also help burn calories and support weight loss. Include 1–3 days of strength training each week. Strength training is crucial to weight control. This type of exercise helps build and support muscle mass which may increase your metabolic rate or how many calories you burn throughout the day. Muscle is active tissue that consumes calories throughout the day — whether you worked out or not. Include exercises such as: weight lifting, isometric exercises like yoga or pilates, or use resistance bands/tubes.	Set realistic goals. Make a list of lifestyle changes you can make. Write up a meal plan. Get enough fluids. Get adequate rest each night. Eat a balanced diet. Snack healthy. Indulge in moderation. Talk to you doctor. Increase baseline activity. Add in aerobic exercise. Incorporate strength training.
https://www.wikihow.com/Fall-Asleep-when-You-Are-Worried-About-Not-Falling-Asleep	How to Fall Asleep when You Are Worried About Not Falling Asleep	If you are worried about not falling asleep, you can make the process easier by doing a relaxing activity like reading, stretching, or working on a craft, 30 minutes before bed. Create a relaxing routine that isn't overstimulating and will prepare your mind and body for sleep. For some extra help getting rid of your worries, try indulging in a truly relaxing activity like meditating or deep breathing exercises. You should also avoid bright lights and limit your screen time for those 30 minutes to maintain your natural circadian rhythm. If possible, remove all clocks from your bedroom, because not only will the light disrupt your circadian rhythm, but watching the clock will only make your anxiety worse.	Keep a journal. Try thinking about everything that bothers you and putting it on paper every day. Divide your worries into things you have already dealt with and things that you have a plan for dealing with. While you write, imagine that you are physically removing all these worries from your mind and placing them on the paper. This will help you put your worries away at the end of the day. Try not to leave any of your worries completely unresolved. If you can't deal with them before bed, make a simple plan for when and how you will deal with them so that you won't have to think about it while you are lying in bed. If you worry about things that you cannot solve or influence, like global warming or your children's well being on a school trip, write those down as well and tell yourself that you are discarding them as you write them down. Do not write in your journal right before bedtime. You want to give your mind a bit of time to relax and forget about the worries that you have written down. You can also try keeping track of your daily habits, including foods you ate and the amount of exercise you got, in your journal. This may help you recognize patterns of habits that are good or bad for your sleep. Calm your mind with exercise. Exercise is good for your body and your mind! If you suffer from anxiety, try incorporating at least 30 minutes of physical activity into your daily routine. This simple lifestyle change can help your body cope with stress. Try to avoid stimulating exercises right you go to bed. It is best to give your body a few hours to wind down between your workout and your bedtime. Confront your worries. If your mind is racing with anxieties or obsessive thoughts, sometimes the best thing to do is to acknowledge their existence and actively work to dismiss them. The next time you find yourself worrying about something for no reason, take control by telling yourself that it is an obsessive thought and encouraging yourself to rise above it. Then distract your mind from the thought by finding a task or another thought to occupy yourself with. It may help if you repeat a mantra to yourself. Try something like: "I am having an obsessive thought about _____. There is no need for me to worry about _____, so I will think about _____ instead. It may also help to take a moment to analyze your worries and think about all of the reasons why they are not productive things to worry about. You can try incorporating something like "It is not worth my time to worry about _____ because _____" into your mantra. If you encounter a legitimate worry that genuinely requires action, focus your energy on brainstorming possible solutions to the problem, instead of ruminating about all of the bad things that might happen. Once you have come up with a solution, tell yourself, "I no longer need to worry about _____ because I have made a plan for dealing with it." Desensitize yourself to the unknown. If you are worrying about the uncertainty of the future, try repeating the worry to yourself several times. As you do so, tell yourself that you don't know what will happen in the future, and that you're okay with that uncertainty. Eventually your mind will become more comfortable with the thought you are having and will move on to other thoughts. Let yourself be emotional. Your worries may stem in part from your resistance to showing other emotions, such as anger or sadness. Don't be afraid to talk about your feelings, or to cry when you feel sad. Releasing your emotions like this will help you feel much better! While it's important to acknowledge your emotions, it's also important not to allow yourself to dwell on negative feelings, as this can lead to more anxiety. Once you've acknowledged how you're feeling, try to do something to lift your emotions. If you're in bed, try thinking about something that makes you happy to improve your mood. Get treatment for depression and anxiety disorders. Many people who suffer from chronic insomnia also suffer from clinical depression or an anxiety disorder. While doctors do not know for sure if one causes the other, there does seem to be some correlation. If you can manage the symptoms of your depression or anxiety, either with drugs or with therapy, you may have a much easier time falling asleep. Seek therapy for chronic insomnia. You might benefit from cognitive behavioral therapy if you have a difficult time falling asleep on a regular basis, even if you don't suffer from depression or anxiety as well. This kind of treatment will help you recognize the causes of your insomnia and change your thinking patterns to help you fall asleep more easily. Establish a relaxing routine. It is important to get your body accustomed to a regular sleep schedule, particularly if you tend to have a hard time falling asleep. Try going to sleep and waking up at the same time every day. Following a regular routine for at least 30 minutes before your bedtime will help your mind and body prepare for sleep. Your routine should be relaxing. Try to choose something that will help you keep your mind off of the worries of your day, but will not overstimulate you. Reading, playing a game, stretching, or working on a craft project are all great options. Find one that is enjoyable for you. If you need some extra help getting rid of your worries, give yourself some time right before bed to indulge in an activity that you find truly relaxing. You can try meditating , taking a hot bath, practicing progressive muscle relaxation , or doing deep breathing exercises. Everyone is different, so try some different activities to find one that helps you reduce your overall anxiety. Unplug and dim the lights. Exposure to bright lights late in the day can disrupt your natural circadian rhythm. Try to avoid watching television or using your computer for at least 30 minutes before you go to bed. It's also best to begin dimming the lights in your house several hours before you go to bed so that your body realizes it is nighttime. If possible, rid your room of sleep-disrupting lights from electronics like clocks and televisions. If you wake up in the middle of the night, avoid turning all of the lights on, as this may make your body think it is time to be active. To enhance your body's natural circadian rhythm, try to expose yourself to as much natural light as possible during the day. Don't obsess over sleep. While it is important to get adequate sleep, it is also important to recognize that one poor night of sleep will not cause you any harm. If you can't sleep, try reminding yourself that you will still be fine the next day instead of dwelling on the consequences of sleep deprivation. Watching the clock will only worsen your anxiety, so avoid doing so at all costs. While the occasional poor night of sleep will not harm your health, chronic sleeplessness might, so seek medical help if you have chronic insomnia. Distract yourself. Sometimes your brain just needs to focus on something relaxing in order to fall asleep. If you find your mind dwelling on your worries, redirect your thinking by practicing one of the following exercises: Think about a happy memory or a favorite story and silently rehearse the story to yourself in as much detail as possible. You can also focus on an everyday object and attempt to describe it to yourself in vivid detail. Focus all of your attention on the natural rhythm of your breath and try to visualize your breath entering and exiting each part of your body. Busy your brain by trying to think of as many items that fit into a certain category as possible. For example, you could attempt to name all animals whose name starts with the letter A. Get up if you can't sleep. If you have been lying in bed for a long time and are unable to fall asleep, it's better to get up than to lie there worrying. Try moving to a different room and engaging in a relaxing activity, such as knitting or reading, until you feel tired. Remember to keep the lights as dim as possible and to avoid dwelling on the negative consequences of not getting enough sleep. Prepare your body for sleep. Some people find it helpful to take a warm shower, bath, or sauna before bed. This triggers your body's natural response to cool itself, which will help you fall asleep. Try using soothing aromatic bath oils such as lavender. It is also important to wear comfortable pajamas that are made of a material that will wick moisture away from your body, like cotton. This will help keep you comfortable throughout the night. Make your room comfortable. For the best sleeping conditions, your room should be cool, dark, and quiet. You can use a fan or white noise machine to help drown out outside noises if you like. You should also make sure your mattress, bedding, and pillow are comfortable. Some people respond well to keeping the bed area tidy, too. Make your bed with a set of new or freshly washed plain matching bed sheets. In choosing the bedding go for a quiet colour, without any patterns, and for natural, skin friendly fibers. A fresh, tidy and comfortable bed would encourage sleep or at least make your tossing and turning less irksome. Designate your bed as a place for sleeping. If you never do other activities in your bed, your brain will associate it with sleep, which should make it easier for you to fall asleep when you are there. Avoid activities like watching television, working, and using your phone in your bed. It's best not to perform these activities in your bedroom at all, but if you must, sit in a chair or on a sofa instead of on the bed. Remove all non-sleep-related items from the immediate vicinity of the bed. This means plates, magazines, your laptop, etc. Reduce the items on the night table to a few vitals: an alarm clock, a reading lamp, one book, a glass of water.	Keep a journal. Calm your mind with exercise. Confront your worries. Desensitize yourself to the unknown. Let yourself be emotional. Get treatment for depression and anxiety disorders. Seek therapy for chronic insomnia. Establish a relaxing routine. Unplug and dim the lights. Don't obsess over sleep. Distract yourself. Get up if you can't sleep. Prepare your body for sleep. Make your room comfortable. Designate your bed as a place for sleeping.
https://www.wikihow.com/Stop-a-Dog-from-Pulling-on-Its-Leash	How to Stop a Dog from Pulling on Its Leash	To stop a dog from pulling on its leash, stop and refuse to move in the direction it's pulling to teach it that pulling is ineffective. As soon as your dog stops pulling, begin walking again. Repeat this method throughout the walk. Alternatively, if this doesn't work, use a head halter on your dog, which turns your dog's head around to face you whenever it pulls on the leash. You could also put a harness on your dog, which clips to the collar and wraps around its belly, as this will give you more control over the dog's movements.	Use a proper collar. Be sure that your dog has a comfortable collar that fits it properly. The collar shouldn't be so tight that it is choking the dog, but should be tight enough so that it does not slide up and down the dog's neck. You should be able to slide your hand between the dog's neck and collar when it is secured in place. Many people choose to use a harness instead of a collar. The harness disperses the pressure to the dog's back rather than its neck. This will allow you to train your dog to walk on a leash without having to rely on the choking feeling the dog gets when pulling at its leash. Use the right leash. When using this method for training your dog not to pull, make sure you do not use a retractable leash. This will defeat the entire purpose of the exercise. Use a standard chain or cloth leash. Stop and stand still. Whenever your dog pulls, stop and stand still (be a tree). No matter how hard your dog pulls, don't let it go in the direction it wants to go. The reason for this is that if the dog pulls, and you follow it, the dog is learning that pulling is a very effective way to get somewhere. It might help to attach the leash to your belt loop using a carabiner. This prevents the dog from getting ahead. It's also far easier to stand still with your hips getting pulled than your arm. Wait for the dog to respond. Wait until the dog does anything that loosens the leash. The dog might stop pulling by leaning back, sitting, or changing direction. As soon as the leash loosens, you can start walking again. You can encourage the dog to loosen the leash by calling it back to you. Repeat for the duration of the walk. This method requires a lot of patience! You're trying to teach the dog that pulling gets it nowhere. You have to be consistent and timely. A variation of this method is to walk in the opposite direction whenever your dog pulls. Do some basic clicker training. In order for this method to be effective, you need your dog to respond to the clicker. Every time the dog obeys a command, click the clicker and give your dog a treat. Be consistent with the clicker so that your dog associates the sound with treats. Lead the dog. On the walk, stay ahead of your dog at all times. This will ensure that the dog learns to follow you rather than the other way around. Click and drop a treat. As the dog catches up to you, click the clicker and drop a treat on the ground before the dog passes you. If the dog does not immediately respond to the clicker, give it a verbal command to stop. If the dog responds, click and drop a treat. If the dog does not stop upon your command, do not give the dog a treat. This will ensure the dog does not associate negative behaviors with treats or the clicker. Repeat. Keep repeating this process on your walk. This exercise will train the dog to pay attention to you. Moreover, it will ensure that it learns to stay next to or behind you when walking on its leash. Get a head halter for your dog. The lease attaches to straps around the dog's muzzle so that when the dog pulls, its head will be forced around, facing you. Attaching the leash to the dog's muzzle automatically redirects its focus toward you. Use a choke collar. When training your dog, try using a slip or choke collar under the supervision of a trained expert. These collars will tighten around the dog's neck if they pull on the leash, effectively choking them. Using these collars for training will help your dog associate pulling with being choked. While these collars can effective for training a dog, many experts argue that they are dangerous or unnecessary. It is recommended that you never use a choke collar unless under the direct supervision of animal behaviorist. These collars work by using negative reinforcement. Most dog training experts suggest that your dog will respond better to positive reinforcement that it will to negative reinforcement- so keep that in mind when considering using this training tool. These collars are for training only. Never leave this collar on your dog or use it as a substitute for their regular collar. These collars are controversial, so consider the arguments for or against choke collars before deciding to try this method. Try a halti dog harness. These harnesses attach to the dog's collar with a clip and are fastened across the dog's underbelly. It works through attaching your leash to the front chest strap, which means you will gain more control over your dog. When your dog pulls on its leash, it will be guided back towards you, naturally and gently discouraging him from pulling. The leash attachment at the chest prevents putting any pressure on your dog's throat and neck, which is especially important as this could cause tracheal damage. Wear the dog out. Run the dog to tire it out before attaching the leash and going for a walk. A tired dog is far more manageable and will be more responsive to your commands during the walk. Try playing fetch in the yard for 10 minutes before going on a walk. Use positive reinforcement. End training sessions on a happy success moment. Don't end it when he/she is messing up. Success is continuing to make progress. Never allow the dog to remain unhappy at the end of your training session.	Use a proper collar. Use the right leash. Stop and stand still. Wait for the dog to respond. Repeat for the duration of the walk. Do some basic clicker training. Lead the dog. Click and drop a treat. Repeat. Get a head halter for your dog. Use a choke collar. Try a halti dog harness. Wear the dog out. Use positive reinforcement.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Mulch	How to Make Mulch	To make mulch, start by raking up leaves from your yard and collecting them into a large pile. Then, use a rake or leaf blower to spread them out into a thin layer that's 2 inches thick. Next, mow over the leaves a few times with your lawnmower to chop the leaves into small pieces. Once the leaves are cut up into roughly dime-sized pieces, add grass clippings, pine needles, or shredded paper to the mulch. Finally, use the mulch right away or store it under a tarp until you need it.	Collect leaves. Many homes have leafy trees and plants that provide a great mulch source, and leaf mulch is a good all-purpose mulch for your garden. You can either gather leaves by raking up ones that fall in the autumn, or collect the leaves that you prune off plants. Avoid using the leaves from walnut and eucalyptus trees, as these can prevent other plants from growing. Rake the leaves into a pile. Use a rake or leaf blower to amass all your leaves into a large pile. To prevent damage to the lawnmower blades, pile the leaves on a flat section of lawn. Spread the leaves out into a layer that's no more than 2 inches (5 cm) thick. Use a shovel and wheelbarrow to collect all the leaves if you don't have a rake or leaf blower. Shred the leaves with a lawnmower. Once the leaves are all piled together in a thin layer, turn on your lawnmower and mow over the pile a few times to chop the leaves into smaller pieces. Continue shredding until the pieces are dime-sized. Shredding the leaves will help them to decompose in the garden, and this will provide the soil with nutrients. You can also use an electric leaf shredder to chop the leaves. Use hedge trimmers to manually shred the leaves if you don't have anything else. Use the mulch right away and store extras. Once the leaves have been shredded, they're ready to use as mulch in the garden. Extra mulch can be stored in a ventilated barrel, a large bag with air holes, or spread out on a tarp and covered from the elements. Once the leaf mulch is ready, you can also combine it with other mulch materials from around the yard. The longer the mulch is stored, the more nutrients it will lose. Mulch that is stored in low or no ventilation areas will begin to ferment and release high pH toxins, which are deadly to plants. Chop up tree branches, bark, and trimmings. Wood also makes great mulch, and you can make wood or bark mulch from organic matter from around the yard. Go around your house and collect fallen branches, bark, or tree trimmings that you pruned from your plants. Put on safety glasses and process the wood and bark through a wood chipper to make a mulch. Bark and wood mulch can be used on its own or combined with leaf mulch. Wood mulch is ideal for established gardens and plants, but shouldn't be used with young plants. You can rent a wood chipper from a hardware store if you don't have one of your own. Wood decomposes more slowly than leaves, so this would be a good mulch for long term use. Collect grass clippings to add to the mulch. Grass clippings make an ideal addition to leaf mulch, though they aren't as effective when used alone. After mowing your lawn, rake up the grass clippings. Mix the clippings in with the leaf mulch and use a spade or pitchfork to mix them together. If your mower has a bag to collect grass, simply pour the contents of the bag into the leaf mulch when you're done. Rake up pine needles for your mulch. Like grass clippings, fallen pine needles can also be mixed with leaf mulch. Pine mulch is best used with acid-loving plants. Rake up needles from around your yard and combine them with the leaf mulch using a shovel or pitchfork. Repurpose shredded paper. Newspaper and other types of paper from around the house can also be recycled and turned into mulch. Collect the paper and use an electric shredder or scissors to shred the paper into small pieces. Combine the paper shreds with the leaf mulch and use as normal. Mulch in summer and winter. In summer, mulch will help your gardens retain moisture and keep the roots cool. In winter, the mulch will protect the plants from frost and help to keep the soil warm. Summer mulches will decay over time, but winter mulch should be removed in spring. Ideal summer mulches include leaf mulch, leaf mulch mixtures, and compost. Ideal winter mulches include pine needles, straw, and bark. Remove old winter mulch. In the spring when you start gardening again, remove the winter mulch that protected the gardens during colder weather. You can add the removed mulch to your compost pile. Winter mulches don't decompose as quickly as summer mulches, so it's important to remove them in summer so you can add more nutrient-rich mulches to the soil. Pull out weeds. Before adding mulch to the garden, go around and pull out all the weeds you find in the bed. Otherwise, the mulch will protect the weeds and allow them to thrive. This will also create unwanted competition for the plants you're actually trying to grow. Add several inches of mulch to your gardens. Apply the mulch after you've finished planting in spring, or when you finish preparing the garden for winter. Use a shovel or rake to spread a 2- to 6-inch (5- to 15-cm) layer of mulch over the garden bed: In shadier areas, use 2 to 3 inches (5 to 8 cm) of mulch In sunny areas, use 3 to 4 inches (8 to 10 cm) of mulch In really hot and sunny areas, use up to 6 inches (15 cm) of mulch. Make a well around the base of the plants. After you spread the mulch out over the garden bed, use your hand or a spade to pull the mulch away from the base of the plants. This is especially important in shady areas, because it will protect the plants from mold, rot, and insects. Providing some distance between the plant and the mulch will also allow air to circulate the plant, providing ventilation that is essential for healthy growth. Leave 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) of space between the mulch and the base of the plants, or enough room so the mulch isn't touching the plants.	Collect leaves. Rake the leaves into a pile. Shred the leaves with a lawnmower. Use the mulch right away and store extras. Chop up tree branches, bark, and trimmings. Collect grass clippings to add to the mulch. Rake up pine needles for your mulch. Repurpose shredded paper. Mulch in summer and winter. Remove old winter mulch. Pull out weeds. Add several inches of mulch to your gardens. Make a well around the base of the plants.
https://www.wikihow.com/Store-Comic-Books	How to Store Comic Books	To store comic books, start by sealing them in comic book bags, which you can buy online or at your local comic or hobby shop. Additionally, to prevent creases, place a piece of acid-free cardboard backing in the bag with the comic. Next, place your books upright in an acid-free, dry cardboard or plastic box or in a filing cabinet. If the comic is rare or valuable, invest in a hard shell case.	Protect comic books in plastic book bags. Wrapping your collection in comic book bags will be more than enough to maintain its condition. Buy bags at your local comic or hobby shop or purchase them online, and when you do, keep these three main comic book sizes in mind: Current (1980 to present) size: 6 7/8″ x 10 1/2″ Silver Age (1950 to 1980) size: 7 1/8″ x 10 1/2″ Golden Age (pre-1950) size: 7 3/4” x 10 1/2” Prevent creases in bagged books with cardboard backing. Cardboard backing can also be bought at most comic and hobby shops. Be sure to verify the backing you buy is acid free. Cardboard that has acid won't likely give your comics superpowers – expect damage instead. Seal away rare comics in hard shell cases. Hard shell cases are going to cost you a couple dollars apiece, if not more. Because of this, it's only really worth it to store rare or valuable comics in containers like these. Buy these cases from comic and hobby shops. Hard shell cases will be easier and safer to display. You may be able to attach an adhesive hook to the case so you can display the comic on a wall. Safeguard the value of comics with certification and slabbing. To have this done, you'll need to send your comic in to a recognized authority in rare and vintage comics, like Certified Guarantee Company. Your comic will be returned to you safely encased in plastic with its condition certified by an expert. Each certified, slabbed comic should have a protective hologram and barcode. Should these be tampered with or damaged, the certification is invalidated. Store regular editions in cardboard boxes. Cardboard is cheap and fairly durable as long as its kept dry, which makes it ideal for your less important books. Slide bagged books into boxes so they're standing upright. Avoid acid treated cardboard and packing too many books in a box, as both can cause damage. Generally, you want enough space left in a box so you can comfortably separate comics with your fingers to read titles, but not so much space that the comics are loosely upright. Use a bookend or a suitable paper weight to hold comics in place for boxes with too few comics. Damage may occur if you allow books to flop around in the boxes. Use plastic containers in place of cardboard for valuable comics. Plastic containers will generally offer you a little more protection than cardboard. These are also more resilient to water damage, and some may even offer an airtight seal to protect your comics from the elements. Comic books should be stored in plastic containers similar to cardboard ones: upright and firmly, but not tightly, packed. Keep books out of sunlight and away from the elements. Sunlight causes pages to yellow and ink to fade. Too much moisture or dry heat, on the other hand, causes paper to warp or become brittle. A cool, dry, dark storage location will keep your comic books in the best condition for the longest time. Avoid stacking containers and storing them on the floor. Damage frequently occurs to comics when piled high stacks of containers collapse. Avoid stacking if it can be helped. Keep containers of comics off the floor with pallets and milk crates to prevent potential water damage. Even cement that is dry throughout the year will conduct cold and draw moisture to your books. Handle comics with clean hands, always. If you're a collector, this needs to be your golden rule. After all, an errant speck of dirt or smudge of chocolate could drastically reduce the value of your collectible. Similarly, have any friends or prospective buyers wash their hands before touching comics. You may feel self-conscious making this simple request. Remember, you spent a lot of time and effort building your collection. Try saying, “This one's pretty rare, would you mind washing your hands first?” Control the storage environment. Temperatures that are too hot or cold could damage the glue in the binding of some comics or cause the quality of the paper to change unnaturally. Humidity, as you probably already know, is another enemy your comic book must be protected from. A dehumidifier in your comic book storage room is a great way of ensuring low humidity, which is ideal for book health. An indoor storage location might be best if you're concerned about the condition of your collection. It'll be much easier for you to control the climate. Keep books in a filing cabinet. A filing cabinet keep your bagged and backing boarded collection well-organized and protected from damage. If you have a filing cabinet with a lock, comic books stored inside will also be less likely to be stolen. Lock away ultra-valuable titles in safety deposit boxes. These books should still be bagged and boarded, at minimum. Though if a comic is rare enough to be kept in a safety deposit box, you should really look into having that beauty certified and slabbed.	Protect comic books in plastic book bags. Prevent creases in bagged books with cardboard backing. Seal away rare comics in hard shell cases. Safeguard the value of comics with certification and slabbing. Store regular editions in cardboard boxes. Use plastic containers in place of cardboard for valuable comics. Keep books out of sunlight and away from the elements. Avoid stacking containers and storing them on the floor. Handle comics with clean hands, always. Control the storage environment. Keep books in a filing cabinet. Lock away ultra-valuable titles in safety deposit boxes.