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https://www.wikihow.com/Convince-Your-Parents-to-Let-You-Dye-Your-Hair
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How to Convince Your Parents to Let You Dye Your Hair
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Your parents might insist on making you keep your natural hair color, but you can convince them to let you dye your hair by doing your research and compromising. Before you approach your parents, look at hair dyes online and figure out exactly what color and product you want to use so they know it's high quality. Consider picking a peroxide-free dye, as this will be less damaging to your hair, which might make your parents less worried. In addition to researching hair dye, read your school or work's dress code to ensure that you aren't breaking it by dying your hair. When you're ready to talk to your parents, be respectful and reassure them it's only temporary. Be willing to compromise on some things, like letting them pick the color or dying it back to your natural color if it doesn't look good.
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Do your homework on the hair dye. Decide what color(s) you want to dye your hair. Figure out which product you want to use. Look for reviews to make sure you get a quality brand. Some shampoo/conditioner brands also sell hair dye. It may help your case to pick a brand your parents use to wash their own hair. If your parents are vegan or against animal testing, consider picking a dye that's vegan or doesn't test on animals. Learn about the risks involved in dying your hair. Hair dye contains hydrogen peroxide, which can cause your hair to turn dry and brittle. It's unlikely that dyeing your hair once will cause any sort of serious damage, but be aware that it may still cause some damage, especially if you are going from dark to light. The chance of you being allergic to hair dye is low, but it's still worth doing a patch test before you apply the dye to your head. Just put a small amount of dye on your wrist or ankle, and wait 24 hours to make sure there's no allergic reaction. There are many peroxide free hair dyes. They may not be as cheap as drugstore box dyes; however, they are much better for your hair. Make sure whatever you're doing is within the dress code for school/work. You don't want to get in trouble. If your school doesn't allow unusual colors, it's also very unlikely your parents will give you the okay. Be at the right age. If the package says, "Not recommended for use if under 16 years of age," do not use it as a 13-year-old. You could get serious hair follicle damage. Bring up the issue delicately. Start by bringing up the subject of hair dye. Ask them a question at dinner like "What do you think about hair dye?" Then tell them you've thought about it a lot and that you want to try dying your hair. Tell them exactly what you want to do to your hair. Use "I" statements, which sound less accusing or demanding. For example, say "I want to experiment by dyeing my hair" rather than "You should let me experiment and do what I want." Avoid saying things like "all of my friends are doing it". It may trigger "if all your friends were jumping off a bridge" type responses. Explain how it's not permanent. Truthfully tell them that the hair dye you plan on getting is not permanent. Add that it will come out little by little, each time you wash your hair. You can say something like "I've found a temporary hair dye that I think would let me experiment with my hair without making any drastic changes." This will ease a lot of their concern because they'll think that even if they don't like it, it's only temporarily. Make sure you find a dye that isn't permanent before you talk to them about this, so you aren't lying when you say it. Offer to pay for the dye and supplies. If you say that you're prepared to pay for it all, it shows them that you're committed and responsible. And it always helps your case when money isn't coming out of their pocket. For example, you can say "I've thought about this a lot and so I'm willing to pay for the dye and all the supplies myself." Tell them you're prepared for the worst. If your parents don't want you to dye your hair because they're afraid the dye will ruin it, bring up the fact that you'd rather learn your lesson and suffer the consequences than not dye it at all. You can say things like "I've researched what to do if the dye doesn't look right," and "I know how to take care of my hair after dyeing it to reduce any damage." Let them know that whatever the consequences are, you'll deal with them. Explain that you understand how it can go wrong, how the color might not turn out right, or how it can damage your hair. Research possible solutions to fixing bad dye jobs up and tell them to your parents. This may help further your case. Explain your reasons for wanting to dye your hair. Don't just tell them you want to dye your hair, explain what caused you to feel this way. Some people like dying their hair because it allows them to exert more control over their appearance. Some people like it because a change in appearance makes them feel more confident. Figure out your reasons and then explain them. For example, you could explain that you want to dye your hair while you're young and don't have a lot of responsibilities. That way in the future, you'll know if you want it or not. Let them know you'll dye it back if it goes badly. Often, parents will agree if you give them a little of what they want. Such an example would be: if you dye your hair and it turns out badly, you'll dye it back to its original color. Tell them "I'm fully prepared to dye it back to my original color if I don't like the color or it looks bad." Suggest getting it done professionally. If your parents are worried about you potentially messing up the dying process by doing it on your own or with a friend, this might be a good option. Say "If you're worried about it being done badly, I could always get it done professionally instead. Then there's no worry about the quality of the outcome." The only downside to this is that getting your hair dyed professionally will cost a good deal more. Allow them to have some input on the color choice. Offer that you both have to agree on the color you get. That allows you both to be in control. You could say "I'll try a more natural color close to my hair color first if you'd be more comfortable with that." Ask if you can partially dye your hair instead. Instead of dying your whole head, ask to put in highlights, lowlights, or streaks. Purple can still pack a punch from underneath your natural color. If you have long hair, then you can compromise with just dying ends. If it doesn't turn out well, or if you or your parents don't like it, then you can always cut it off. You can say something like "Maybe instead of dyeing the whole thing, I can just dye the ends. That way it's less different and it can always be cut off if it doesn't work out." Ask if you can get colored extensions instead. If they are adamant against dying your real hair, suggest buying and coloring clip-in extensions so they can see how the color would look. It's not permanent and you can easily change the look if you or your parents don't like it. Another alternative is to use colored hair chalk, which washes out in the shower.
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Do your homework on the hair dye. Learn about the risks involved in dying your hair. Make sure whatever you're doing is within the dress code for school/work. Bring up the issue delicately. Explain how it's not permanent. Offer to pay for the dye and supplies. Tell them you're prepared for the worst. Explain your reasons for wanting to dye your hair. Let them know you'll dye it back if it goes badly. Suggest getting it done professionally. Allow them to have some input on the color choice. Ask if you can partially dye your hair instead. Ask if you can get colored extensions instead.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-Diamond-Earrings
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How to Clean Diamond Earrings
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To clean diamond earrings, start by soaking them in soapy warm water for a few minutes to loosen any dirt or oil. Then, use a soft toothbrush to gently scrub the earrings. When you're finished, let them soak in the soapy water for a couple more minutes before rinsing and drying them. To make your diamond earrings look brighter, soak them in a bowl of club soda overnight.
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Buy a jewelry cleaning kit. These kits contain solution designed for cleaning earrings. They are specifically designed for cleaning earrings, so you will know the product won't harm your jewelry. Find a special cleaning solution at a jewelry store, state fair, department store, drugstore, or multipurpose store. Look at the instructions on the back of the bottle to ensure that the solution is safe for diamond jewelry. Pour a small amount of this solution into a bowl. Soak your earrings in the solution overnight. Rinse the earrings with warm water. Dry and polish with a lint free cloth. Follow the instructions on the back of bottle instead of those listed above, if they differ. Get the right brush and cloth. You need to use a brush that has soft bristles. This is really important. If you use too harsh of a brush, it could damage the jewelry. And you need a cloth that will clean the earrings gently. All you need is a toothbrush, but pick one with soft bristles. Make sure you don't use a wire brush or a brush with harsh bristles, as this could damage the setting. A child's toothbrush would be a good choice because the bristles are really soft. You can also buy brushes specially designed for cleaning jewelry online or in stores. Don't fall for the tip that you should use toothbrush to clean the jewelry, though. It can be too abrasive. There are better household products to use. Use a microfiber hand towel to dry the earrings. These are softer and will help you clean the earrings gently. You also want to make sure you only use soft bristles on earrings with gold settings. If your diamond has a fragile setting or is an antique, you might want to skip the brush completely. Pick a flat surface. You don't want to clean diamond earrings near the sink or chances are pretty good your earrings could end up in the drain. You think it won't happen, but ask any plumber: It often does! Choose a table instead or any flat surface that is not near a sink. You need enough space for a bowl and towel. You will also need a bowl or cup to put the earrings in. You may want to use rubber gloves, depending on the toxicity of the solution you choose. Use dish soap. If you don't have a jewelry cleaning kit, you can make your own solutions with many different home cleaning products. You can use regular dish soap to clean the dirt and oils off diamond earrings. Mix together 1 cup of lukewarm water with 1 teaspoon of mild dish soap. Stir the water with your fingers until you see bubbles. Make sure the dish soap doesn't have perfume or dye in it or it could damage the earrings. Soak the earrings for three to four minutes, so that any dirt or oil loosens up. Then take a soft toothbrush and wet it in the mixture. Softly brush the diamonds. Let the earrings soak another 1-2 minutes. Then remove the earrings, and place them on a paper towel. Take a bowl of clear water and rinse the earrings off. Don't rinse them under a faucet or you might lose them down the drain. Try Windex. There are many different household products that you can use to clean diamond earrings. Windex works, too. Or you could soak the earrings in mild liquid detergent. Pick one with sodium lauryl ether sulfate. Spray a toothbrush with Windex. Then, brush the diamonds softly. Be gentle, and use a small, soft brush. Then, rinse the earrings with water and wipe them dry with a soft cloth. Use ammonia. It sounds like it might be too harsh, but it's one of the most common ways to clean diamond earrings. Mix one part ammonia with six parts of hot water. Do not use hot water, though, if there are other gems in the setting. It could damage them. Put the earrings in the solution for 20 minutes. Use rubber gloves with this solution. Next, put the earrings into another bowl with warm water. Add a teaspoon of dish soap to the bowl. Scrub the earrings with a soft toothbrush or jewelry brush. Rinse the earrings in warm water. Soak the earrings in club soda. You can make your diamonds – and other gems – look brighter if you soak them overnight in club soda. Simply fill a glass full of club soda, and then put diamonds or other gems (like rubies and sapphires) in the glass. Let it sit overnight. Another technique involves using a denture tablet to give your diamonds some sparkle. Put the tablet into a cup of water, and then put your diamond earrings into the cup for several minutes. Then, rinse the jewelry. Remove any noticeable clumps of dirt or cloth fibers. Carefully use a toothpick to remove dirt lodged in between the metal prongs and the diamond. Gently remove any cloth fibers that get stuck in the setting using tweezers. Try soap and water for a simple solution to a little oil or grime. If you don't have anything else on hand, you can try the obvious: Soap and water. Combine 1 part mild dishwashing detergent with 3 parts warm water in a small bowl. Dip a soft bristle toothbrush, soft cloth, or cotton swab into the soap mixture. Gently scrub the stone and the metal backing. Alternatively, you can soak your diamond earrings in this solution up to 30 minutes. Remove the earrings after soaking them and rinse them under warm water. Dry and polish the earrings with a lint free cloth. Try Vodka. Soak your earrings in vodka if no other materials are around. Fill a shot glass with vodka. Drop your earrings into the glass and let them soak for a minute or two. Remove the earrings and rinse under warm water. Dry and polish them with a lint free cloth. Don’t wear diamond earrings all the time. It's easier to clean diamond earrings if you don't get them very dirty in the first place. So, it's a good idea to remove them for activities that could dirty them such as going to the beach, playing sports, gardening, and even washing dishes. Keep diamond earrings away from chlorine bleach. It can cause them damage. Natural oils can leave a coating on diamond jewelry that needs removing to restore the earrings to their proper brilliance. Contact with skin, lotions, powders, and soaps can leave such a film. Put your earrings on last, after you style your hair and put on perfume and lotion. All of these products can damage the earrings, so reduce the exposure. Properly store your earrings. Diamond earrings will incur less wear and tear if you store them properly. That means you shouldn't just toss them in a drawer. Diamonds are almost impossible to scratch – unless it's with another diamond. Thus, you shouldn't store them right next to each other because the diamonds can scratch each other. Avoid touching the earrings too much. The hands contain body oils that can turn diamonds dull. Insure them. Sometimes your home owner's or rental insurance will cover lost or stolen jewelry. Check your policy. If they aren't covered, it might be a good idea to change your policies to cover the earrings. Whether this is worth it depends on how much the earrings cost, of course, or whether they have great sentimental value. Do your homework, and compare different companies before choosing an insurance plan. Remember to check the deductible. Get your earrings checked. A certified jeweler will spot flaws in your earrings that you won't. So it's a good idea to get the earrings checked out if you want the diamonds to retain their shine. You want to make sure that the diamond's prongs are not loose, or you could lose the diamond. You should have your diamonds checked out by a certified jeweler once or twice a year. Consider having your earrings professionally cleaned. Ask your local jewelers if they offer an ultrasonic or ionic cleaning for diamond jewelry. Many will only charge a nominal fee for such services. Search for a jeweler that offers sulfuric acid cleaning if you have extremely dirty diamond earrings that you cannot clean any other way. Sulfuric acid boils are still relatively inexpensive but cost a little more than ultrasonic cleanings. They can damage jewelry if not done properly. Remove tarnish from silver or gold. To remove tarnish from silver, you can also use household products. Take ¼ of a cup of baking soda and mix it with 2 tablespoons (29.6 ml) of water into a thick paste. Take a damp sponge, and rub it on the silver, then rinse it, and dry it. You can also use baking soda to polish gold by covering the gold with a light coating of it. Then, pour vinegar over it, and rinse it. You can make gold shine more if you put a little bit of beer on a piece of towel and then rub it over the jewelry. Believe it or not, but you can also put silver in ketchup to make it brighter. Put the jewelry in the ketchup only for a few minutes. Use baking soda. This will remove built-up tarnish on earrings with silver backings or to polish earrings with gold backings. For silver earrings, combine 1/4 of cup baking soda with 2 tablespoons (29.6 ml) of water in a small bowl. Dip a damp sponge into the baking soda mixture. Carefully rub the baking soda mixture on the metal backing of each earring. Dry and polish the earrings with a lint free cloth. For gold earrings , cover the backing with a light coating of baking soda. Carefully pour a small amount of vinegar over the backing. Rinse clean with water. Dry and polish the earrings with a lint free cloth.
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Buy a jewelry cleaning kit. Get the right brush and cloth. Pick a flat surface. Use dish soap. Try Windex. Use ammonia. Soak the earrings in club soda. Try soap and water for a simple solution to a little oil or grime. Try Vodka. Don’t wear diamond earrings all the time. Properly store your earrings. Insure them. Get your earrings checked. Consider having your earrings professionally cleaned. Remove tarnish from silver or gold. Use baking soda.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Winterize-a-Boat
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How to Winterize a Boat
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To winterize a boat, flush the engine with fresh water to get rid of any contaminants. You should also fill up the gas tank almost all of the way and add a gasoline stabilizer so the fuel in your boat doesn't degrade over the winter. Also, coat the engine cylinders and carburetor intakes with fogging oil to protect them from corrosion. You'll also want to flush the engine block with antifreeze, change your boat's oil, and replace the gear case lubricant. To finish winterizing your boat's engine, remove the battery and store it in a safe place over the winter.
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Flush the engine with fresh water. This process will flush salt, dirt, and other contaminants out of your engine in order to prevent blockages and corrosion. Depending on what kind of motor you have, there are a variety of ways to perform a flush. For older outboard motors, get a pair of boat engine “ear muffs” and attach them to the water intakes on your engine. Attach a water hose to the opening on the ear muffs, turn on the water, and let the engine run in neutral until the water runs out clean. Some newer outboard motors have built-in water hose attachments and a flushing system that can be used without running the engine. If you have this type of motor, you can attach a hose directly to the motor and let the water run for about 10 minutes. Check your owner's manual, if you have one, for the correct flushing procedure. Stabilize your fuel. Unstabilized fuel can degrade during the winter, causing gummy buildups that can clog up your engine supply lines. Fill your gas tank with fuel to about 95% of your tank's capacity. Add a gasoline stabilizer, like Pennzoil Fuel Stabilizer, PRI-G, or Stabil. Follow the directions on the stabilizer packaging to determine the appropriate amount to add. Run your engine for 10-20 minutes after adding the stabilizer in order to distribute the stabilized fuel. Alternatively, you can drain your gas tank and supply lines completely and leave your tank empty over the winter. Fog the engine cylinders and carburetor intakes. Coating the inside of your engine with fogging oil will help prevent corrosion. Check your owner's manual or engine manufacturer's instructions to determine the best type of fogging oil to use and the proper procedure for fogging your engine. For some types of engines, you can simply spray fogging oil into the engine air intake while it is running. Spray a generous amount of fogging oil into the intake, then disconnect the fuel line. Continue spraying fogging oil into the air intake and allow the engine to continue running until it dies. The engine will probably put out a lot of white smoke during this process. Alternatively, if you have completely drained the fuel from your engine, you can remove the spark plugs and spray fogging oil directly into the spark plug holes. Spin the engine by hand several times to coat the spark plugs. Put the plugs back in but do not connect the wires. This will keep your boat's pistons from being subjected to air, dampness and other caustic materials when not in use. Flush your engine block with antifreeze. Using antifreeze will prevent damage that can result from water freezing in your engine block. Antifreeze containing propylene glycol is environmentally friendly and recommended by nearly all manufacturers. Use the highest concentration of antifreeze available (-100). The procedure will differ depending on whether you have an inboard or outboard motor. If you have an outboard motor, you can connect an antifreeze kit to your engine's water intake after flushing with fresh water. Leave your engine running after performing the fresh-water flush, disconnect your water hose, and connect a hose attached to a tank of antifreeze to your water intake instead. Let the engine run while connected to the antifreeze tank until the tank is empty. For an inboard motor, take a large bucket of antifreeze (usually about five gallons) and insert the end of the water intake hose from the seacock into the bucket. Let the motor idle until you see antifreeze coming out of the exhaust outlet for at least 30 seconds. Replace the intake hose in the seacock. Change the oil. If you have an inboard motor, you should change the oil in your engine and transmission. This works best right after running the boat, while the oil is still hot. Hot oil flows more easily, and any contaminants or impurities will be suspended, making it easier to remove them. This is also a good time to replace your oil filter. Check your owner's manual for recommendations on which type of oil to use. Engine oil is available in a variety of viscosities and service ratings, and different engines require different oil properties. If you can, drain the old oil by removing the sump plug and allowing the oil to run out into a drainage pan or a cardboard box lined with a garbage bag. If this method is not convenient, you can pump the old oil out with a hand pumped or electric oil extractor. Some oil changing devices can both extract the old oil and refill your crankcase with fresh oil. Dispose of your used oil at a recycling facility. Drain and replace the gear case lubricant. This will flush out water and other contaminants that can cause rusting and corrosion. Get your engine hot before draining your gear case lubricant, as this will help the lubricant flow more easily and stir up any settled contaminants. If the lubricant looks cloudy or if you see metal shavings suspended in it, it may be time to get your gear case serviced. Disengage the battery and store it in a safe, dry place for the winter. The battery should be fully charged when put away. Retain the charge and maintain the water level while the battery is in storage. Check your hull for stress cracks and blisters. If you see any cracks in your hull, these may be indicative of a more serious problem and should be evaluated by a professional. If you find blisters in the gel coat on your hull, puncture them, drain out any water, and patch them with an epoxy-based filler like West System or West Marine Gelcoat Repair Kit. Clean the bottom of your boat. If you have scum and barnacles adhering to the bottom of your boat, you may wish to use a scraper to remove the barnacles and a pressure washer to blast off dirt and scum. If you choose to do this, be conscientious about local laws governing boat pressure washing procedures. You can prevent future scum buildup by treating the bottom of your boat with boat wax (such as 3M Marine Ultra Performance Paste Wax). Clean the interior of your boat. Use a gentle all-purpose cleaner to wipe down interior surfaces and get rid of grime. If necessary, vacuum and wash any carpets. If your boat has any interior vinyl components, treat them with a vinyl cleaning and protection solution like 3M Marine Vinyl Cleaner. Remove any obvious mold and mildew with a mildew cleanser, such as Star Brite Mildew Stain Remover. Protect your electronics and electronic fixtures. Remove whatever electronics you can and store them in a dry environment. Spray any exposed electronic fixtures with a moisture displacing lubricant, like Corrosion X or WD-40. Inspect your vessel's propeller and hub. Look for dented or bowed blades and widespread wear. Change damaged parts and perform needed repairs when winterizing your boat. Decide between wet or dry storage. Dry storage may ultimately be less expensive than storing your boat in the water, and dry-stored boats are less likely to develop blisters on their hulls. However, dry-stored boats may be more susceptible to damage from sudden freezes than boats stored in the water. Consider your local climate and discuss your options with boating experts in your area. Store your boat in a climate-controlled setting, if possible. You may wish to rent a climate-controlled storage unit, store your boat in a heated garage on your property, or store your boat in a dry-stacking facility. These options will help protect your boat from the elements, and may be especially important in areas where hurricanes and winter storms are a concern. Cover your boat. This is a good idea even if the boat will be stored in a heated garage or another type of storage facility. Your cover should be tight fitting, waterproof, and strong enough to hold up if snow or debris falls on it. Whichever type of cover you choose should be well ventilated to prevent trapped moisture inside your boat. A few popular types of boat coverings are: Shrinkwrap. The major downside to shrink wrap is that it can trap moisture and lead to mildew if not properly treated and ventilated. Custom fabric covers. While the up-front cost of a fabric cover may be high, it can be re-used for many years, and will ultimately cost you less than repeated applications of shrink wrap. Fabric covers also have the advantages of being well-ventilated and easy to remove and replace. Polyethylene tarps. Tarps are a fairly inexpensive boat covering solution, but the tarp you select should be thick, and must be supported to prevent damage to your boat from accumulation of snow and debris. You may need to build a frame out of wood or PVC pipe that can be fitted over your boat to support the tarp cover.
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Flush the engine with fresh water. Stabilize your fuel. Fog the engine cylinders and carburetor intakes. Flush your engine block with antifreeze. Change the oil. Drain and replace the gear case lubricant. Disengage the battery and store it in a safe, dry place for the winter. Check your hull for stress cracks and blisters. Clean the bottom of your boat. Clean the interior of your boat. Protect your electronics and electronic fixtures. Inspect your vessel's propeller and hub. Decide between wet or dry storage. Store your boat in a climate-controlled setting, if possible. Cover your boat.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Tape-an-Ankle-Like-an-Athletic-Trainer
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How to Tape an Ankle Like an Athletic Trainer
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To tape an ankle like an athletic trainer, start by placing sterile pads on the top and bottom of the ankle to stabilize it. You'll also want to pre-wrap the ankle and apply strips of tape to the mid-foot, sides of the ankle, and back of the ankle for additional support and stability. When you're ready to tape, apply two layers of figure-eights around the foot and ankle for full support. To provide maximum stability, apply each layer of tape with even tension, but don't make the wrap so tight it cuts off the circulation.
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Seek medical professionals. If you are not trained to wrap ankles, you should seek a medical professional. In the case of an emergency, you may need to attempt to wrap the ankle yourself. Only attempt to take over where a medical professional is needed if you are in a serious situation, as you may cause further harm. Gather materials. Make sure you have everything you need in order to properly tape the ankle. Without all the proper equipment, you may cause further injury to the person whose ankle you wish to wrap. Plan to have these four things ahead of time. You will need: Tape adherent. Tape adherent helps to prevent slippage and eases the wrapping process. Heel and lace pads. Heel and lace pads protect against blisters caused by friction and chafing. Pre-wrap. Pre-wrap acts a barrier between the skin and the tape. Pre-wrap is a foam- or gauze-type cloth pad. It is made with different things depending on the manufacturer. It can be made of cotton, latex, other synthetic materials, as well as blends of these materials. Athletic tape. Athletic tape is the main structural component used when wrapping ankles. Position the injured patient. Ask the patient to sit someplace sturdy where his or her foot can be elevated and extended such that it can be easily accessed. The foot should be pointed upright at a 90 degree angle and should remain in that position throughout the duration of the tape job. Apply adhesive. This comes most commonly in spray form, as QDA (Quick Drying Adhesive). The adhesive is lightly sprayed evenly over the area you will wrap. By applying this adhesive, you will ensure the wrapping remains in place. Position the heel and lace pads. Place the heel and lace pads on the top and backside of the ankle. The pads prevent blister-causing friction under ankle tape. When positioning, think about the points where your shoe meets your foot. These are the most likely place to experience blistering due to wrapping. For added protection, skin lube can be applied underneath the pads themselves, although this is not strictly necessary. In emergency situations, heel and lace pads may not be necessary. Wrap the ankle fully with a pre-wrap. Apply pre-wrap from the mid-foot to the bottom end of the calf muscle. Cover the foot entirely in order to prevent the tape from sticking to the skin. The heel may remain uncovered. This will provide a barrier between the tape and the skin, as well as an additional layer of support. Apply anchors. Put one to three anchor strips at the top of the pre-wrap. Each consecutive strip should overlap at about its midpoint. Place one around the arch of the foot, where the lower portion of the pre-wrap ends. Make sure that each anchor strip is applied with even tension. Too light and the tape won't anchor the the pre-wrap strongly enough; too tight and the circulation to the foot could be pinched or cut off. Check with the athlete after application to find out if the tape is comfortable. Attach stirrups. Apply three semi-overlapping stirrups, beginning on the medial side (inside of the ankle) and working to the lateral side (outside of the ankle). These stirrups will be U-shaped strips. The tape starts at the top anchor, goes over the bottom of the heel, under the foot, and back up the other side. It ends at the starting anchor on the opposite side of the foot. Make sure you're using even tension as you put the stirrup on the inside anchor, under the foot, and on the outside anchor. Place three horseshoes. These go from either side of the foot, back around the achilles tendon, to the opposite side of the foot. Horseshoe tape wrappings stabilize the stirrups. They also add support to the ankle. Make two figure eights. Apply the tape in two figure eight patterns, with one going in each direction. Start at the top of the foot where the foot connects with the ankle, take the tape under the foot, back up, and around the back of the ankle. The tape should end up where you started it. Use heel locks. Heel locks start on one side of the foot, wrap about the heel, and then are taped back on the side you began from. Four are applied in alternation, two on each side of the foot. This helps to stabilize the ankle. Tape up with horizontal strips. These are meant to fully cover the pre-wrap. This helps to hold all the different pieces of tape together. It also helps to add additional stability and closes up the wrap.
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Seek medical professionals. Gather materials. Position the injured patient. Apply adhesive. Position the heel and lace pads. Wrap the ankle fully with a pre-wrap. Apply anchors. Attach stirrups. Place three horseshoes. Make two figure eights. Use heel locks. Tape up with horizontal strips.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Dye-Silk-Flowers
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How to Dye Silk Flowers
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The easiest way to dye silk flowers is to fill a bowl with hot water and add fabric dye. Take the tops with the petals off your silk flowers and submerge them in the dye bath for 30 minutes. Then, remove the flowers from the dye bath and set them on a towel to dry.
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Fill a bowl with hot water. If you're dyeing a lot of silk flowers, use a large bowl so they'll all fit inside of it. If you're only dyeing a few silk flowers, a normal-sized bowl will work. Make sure there's enough hot water in the bowl that you'll be able to completely submerge your silk flowers. Read the instructions that came with your fabric dye to see exactly how much water you should use. Add fabric dye to the bowl of water. Use a fabric dye in whatever color you want your silk flowers to be. If you're using a small packet of fabric dye, pour the entire packet into the bowl of water. If you're using a container of liquid fabric dye, you should only need about 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of dye. Stir the dye into the water with a spoon. The more fabric dye you use, the darker the final color will be. Check the instructions that came with your fabric dye for more specific recommendations on how much dye to use. Pro Tip: Fabric medium can help soften the look of your dye. According to Claire Donovan-Blackwood, owner of Heart Handmade UK: "If you want your silk flowers to look really natural, mix a little of your paint or fabric dye with fabric medium. It will water down the dye, giving you a softer finish." Remove the tops of your silk flowers from the stems. You should be able to gently pull the tops of your silk flowers (the parts with the petals) away from the stems until they separate. Dyeing your silk flowers will be easier if the stems aren't attached. If the tops on your silk flowers don't come off, that's OK. You can still dye your silk flowers with the stems attached. Submerge the silk flowers in the bowl of dye. One at a time, dunk your silk flowers in the dye bath so they're completely covered. It's OK if some of the flowers float to the top of the bath. Once all of your flowers are in the dye bath, stir them with a spoon. If you're dyeing your flowers with the stems still attached, submerge the flowers in the dye bath so the stems are sticking up out of the dye bath. Rest the stems on the edge of the bowl. If you're dyeing a lot of silk flowers, dye them in batches. Trying to dye too many flowers at once in the same bowl might prevent them from dyeing properly. Let the silk flowers soak in the dye bath for at least 30 minutes. The longer you let your flowers soak in the dye bath, the darker the final color will be. As your flowers are soaking in the dye bath, you can periodically stir them to help the dye get all over the petals. Remove the flowers from the dye and place them on a towel. Use an old towel that you don't mind getting stained. Put disposable gloves on before you remove the flowers so your hands don't get stained with dye. As you lift each flower out of the dye bath, gently shake it over the bowl to shake off excess dye from the flower. Let the flowers dry completely. It may take several hours for your silk flowers to dry. Once your flowers are dry to the touch, you can remove them from the towel and reattach the tops to the stems. Pour fabric dye onto a paper plate. Use a fabric dye in the color you want your silk flowers to be. Pour enough dye so there is a thin layer of dye covering the entire flat part of the plate. Don't mix the dye with any water. You want this plate of dye to be very concentrated so you can give your silk flowers a deep, vibrant color. Add 1 part water and 1 part fabric dye to a second paper plate. Use the same color fabric dye you used on the first plate. The ratio of water and dye doesn't need to be exact. You just want a diluted dye on the second plate that you can use to create a lighter color on your silk flowers. If you have fabric dye in multiple colors, you can experiment by using a different color dye on the second paper plate than you used on the first plate. That way your flowers will be more than 1 color. Dip the petals on one of your silk flowers into the diluted fabric dye. Be gentle as you dip the petals into the dye. If you want the petals to be completely dyed from the base to the tip, gently press the petals down into the dye so they're completely saturated. You can also dye just the tips of the petals so the base of the petals remains a different color. You can experiment and dip the petals into the diluted dye at an angle so some petals have more dye on them than others. Dip the tips of the petals into the concentrated fabric dye. Don't press the petals down into the dye or you'll cover up the lighter, diluted dye from before. You just want to dye the very ends of the petals. When you're finished, the petals should be light at the bottom and dark at the end. Try holding the silk flower at an angle and rotating the tips through the dye to create a random, natural look. Place the silk flower on a clean paper plate to dry. If you're dyeing a lot of silk flowers, place them on an old towel to dry instead so you have more room. Dye the rest of your silk flowers and wait several hours for them to dry. Once they're fully dry, remove them from the towel and display them.
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Fill a bowl with hot water. Add fabric dye to the bowl of water. Remove the tops of your silk flowers from the stems. Submerge the silk flowers in the bowl of dye. Let the silk flowers soak in the dye bath for at least 30 minutes. Remove the flowers from the dye and place them on a towel. Let the flowers dry completely. Pour fabric dye onto a paper plate. Add 1 part water and 1 part fabric dye to a second paper plate. Dip the petals on one of your silk flowers into the diluted fabric dye. Dip the tips of the petals into the concentrated fabric dye. Place the silk flower on a clean paper plate to dry.
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How to Gain Energy During Pregnancy
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To gain energy during pregnancy, exercise for at least 30 minutes a day by getting some fresh air outside, swimming or doing light stretches. If you're not sure whether an activity is safe for you and your baby, talk to your doctor about your concerns. Additionally, to maintain your energy levels, eat foods like lean red meat and kale, since they're rich in iron and help prevent anemia. If you aren't already, drink at least 8 glasses of water a day since this will help you retain energy and stamina.
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Exercise. See your doctor to rule out any possible reasons to not exercise. If your doctor approves, get plenty of daily moderate exercise. It is recommended that pregnant women get at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise every day. There are no heart rate limitations on the exercise you can do. Make sure you can still talk normally while working out. If you are breathing too heavily to talk, you are probably working too hard. During your third trimester, it is safe to exercise as long as you are not at risk of delivering a preterm baby. If you usually do moderate or high-impact exercise, discuss if you can continue as usual with your doctor or midwife. Try prenatal yoga, brisk walking, along with abdominal and back exercises. Since you can't do crunches on your back, do standing pelvic tilts. This late in pregnancy, you should avoid lifting heavy weights. And as always, stop if you feel dizzy or lightheaded. If you are tired, try short bursts of exercise instead of one long exercise. Exercise helps keep your heart, lungs, and muscles healthy, and ensures you get plenty of oxygen to your brain and other organs. If you will be exercising at an altitude, be aware that acute mountain sickness (AMT) is a risk. Give yourself time to get used to the altitude if you travel to a location that is above 2500 meters. Wait two or three days before doing any moderate exercise. Resistance exercises are safe, but use light weights and complete a large number of repetitions (e.g. 15-20 repetitions). Walk. Make time each day to go for a walk. Go for a walk during your lunch break, take the dog for a walk, or set aside time to walk with a walking partner after you get home from work. Walking is important because it increases blood flow, which boosts energy. When walking, keep it slow. You don't want to raise your heart rate so you huff and puff. Only engage in a light walk. Try for at least a 30 minute walk every day. Lift weights. Strength training while pregnant can be a great way to get safe exercise. However, you will want to use lighter weights. Your center of gravity is changing and you may have trouble supporting a lot of weight. In stead of choosing heavy weights, use light weights and do 15-20 repetitions per set. Work on creating upper body strength while pregnant. Do bicep curls, tricep extensions, and shoulder presses. It'll help you when you're lifting your baby later. Go swimming. Swimming is considered one of the safest exercises for pregnant women. It doesn't add extra stress to your joints or get you too heated as you work out. This is a great, refreshing way to get your blood pumping and wake your body up. Splashing your body with cool water refreshes instantly, which can help boost your energy levels. Try cardio machines at the gym. Half an hour on cardio machines at your local gym can help boost your energy levels. A stationary bike is a good, safe way to exercise. The bike supports your weight, and because it's stationary, you don't risk falling off. A stair-climber, elliptical, and treadmill also are good ways to exercise and fight fatigue. Just be aware that some activities may require special adjustments to keep you and your baby safe. If you are not sure if an exercise is okay, talk to your doctor to be sure. Do yoga. There are many yoga routines geared towards pregnant women , and many of them aim to help raise energy levels. Go to a yoga class at your local gym or yoga studio. Look online or buy a DVD of pregnancy yoga routines so you can fit a half hour of yoga into your day whenever you have a spare moment. Some studios and gyms offer classes specifically for pregnant women. Dance. A good way to boost your energy, your endorphins, and your overall mood is to put on some upbeat tunes and dance. Increasing your endorphins helps reduce stress, which can cause fatigue. Make sure you don't do too much jumping, leaping, or spinning. Fight the midday slump with movement. If you are at work and just can't seem to wake up, try doing spurts of light movement. Do a few stretches and breathing exercises at your desk, take a walk around the office, or step outside for some fresh air and sunshine. Get the right amount of sleep. Getting enough rest during pregnancy is important to have more energy during pregnancy. Proper rest means getting 8-9 uninterrupted hours of sleep every night. However, 78% of pregnant women report that they have trouble sleeping. To lower your chances of waking up in the night to urinate, stop drinking fluids 2-3 hours before bed. Don't eat before bed to help reduce heartburn. Stretch before bedtime to help with leg cramps. Change your bedtime. Because your body will be expending more energy, and you will feel more tired during your first and last trimester, you should start going to bed earlier than normal. Getting these few extra hours of sleep every night will help you not feel so tired during the day. Take naps. When you feel tired during the day, take a short nap. Naps should only last 20 to 30 minutes to reap the full effects, but a 60-minute power nap can refresh you. Even if you are at work, take a 10 to 15 minute break, turn out the light, close your eyes, and rest your head. A daily nap can be especially helpful during the first trimester because you are likely to be fatigued on most days. Shift your position when you constantly feel the need to urinate. One way to help you sleep is to shift your body so the baby moves away from your bladder. Try raising yourself up on all fours for a few minutes. This can help move the baby, and hopefully, lessen the urge to urinate. Use a pillow to help joint discomfort. If you are experiencing pain when you sleep on your side, then try placing a pillow between your knees. This can help with lower back and hip pain. You can also place a pillow behind your back for added support. You can also purchase a body pillow to help support your body while sleeping on your side. Cut out unnecessary commitments. When you are feeling overly tired, you may need to let some things go to focus on yourself. This may mean reducing your social commitments, or adjusting them. Let the housework go. See if you can work from home. Your rest and sleep is more important than dinner with friends, a PTA meeting, or a load of laundry. Reduce your stress. Some stress is normal during pregnancy, but too much stress can make it hard to sleep at night. It can also cause headaches and changes in your appetite. Take time for yourself during your pregnancy. Do whatever it is you need to do to reduce stress. Read a book, listen to your favorite song, do yoga, or sit outside in the sunshine. Try meditation. Close your eyes and clear your mind of all other thoughts. Focus just on a single image or thought for a few minutes a day. Practice deep breathing. Take deep breaths for 2 minutes. This can help calm you and restore your energy. Talk to your doctor if you are having a hard time managing your stress. Spread your food over multiple meals. You need about 300 more calories per day when you are pregnant, which may slow you down if you consume large meals. A way to get the nutrients you need to stay energized is to eat 5-6 small meals throughout the day. This helps even out your energy and helps you avoid crashes. In addition to breakfast, lunch, and dinner, have at least 2 substantial healthy and nutritious snacks throughout the day to keep your energy up. Eat protein. Protein is a great way to get energy that lasts throughout the day. Plus, the amino acids found in foods containing protein help aid in the development of your baby's cells. When you are pregnant, you need 75 grams (2.6 oz) per day. Good sources of protein include: milk, cheese, yogurt, and other dairy products eggs lean meats, such as chicken and fish tofu or soy, like edamame beans or lentils quinoa hummus nuts and seeds Incorporate complex carbs. Healthy complex carbohydrates are important during pregnancy. They help fuel you while nourishing your baby. Stay away from refined, processed carbs, like snack cakes and chips, and skip the white bread. Choose instead: oatmeal fresh or dried fruit (with no added sugar) fresh vegetables whole grain bread, crackers, and cereal baked potatoes with skin beans and peas Add in iron. Iron-rich foods help prevent anemia, which can cause fatigue and be a problem during pregnancy. Eating an iron-rich diet can help keep your energy levels high. Eat the following foods: hummus iron-rich cereals dried fruit (with no added sugar) spinach, kale, and other dark leafy greens soy products lean red meat beans Get the proper vitamins. Eating foods rich in energy-boosting vitamins can help you fight fatigue throughout the day. Try the following foods: Pumpkin is a great source of vitamin A. Yogurt provides calcium and vitamin D. Make sure to get yogurt without artificial ingredients, preservatives, and added sugars. Broccoli and carrots are great sources of beta carotene, and broccoli, citrus, and berries are a tasty way to get vitamin C. Blueberries, blackberries, and strawberries provide important antioxidants, along with other essential vitamins. B6 is an important nutrient found in chicken, sweet potatoes, and bananas. Eat potassium. Potassium-rich foods in your diet can help your muscles by helping reduce leg cramps. Potassium can be found in the following foods: bananas pumpkin peaches kiwis potatoes leafy greens Get enough magnesium. Magnesium breaks down sugars into usable energy. If magnesium levels are too low, you can feel fatigue. Low magnesium levels may also cause leg cramps, but getting enough magnesium can help prevent them. Women should have around 300 mg a day. A handful of nuts, like almonds, hazelnuts, or cashews, can help you get your daily dosage. Bran cereal, or any whole grains, can provide magnesium. Fish is a good source of magnesium. Try halibut. Avoid sugar. Balanced blood sugar levels help keep you energized. Eating sugary foods spike your blood sugar, giving you a short burst of energy followed by a fatigue causing crash. If you need a sweet fix, try fruit, dark chocolate, or granola. Add more calories to your diet. When pregnant, you should eat a healthy, nutritious diet, along with making sure you don't gain too much weight. However, because your body is hard at work developing your baby, you need extra calories. Add in 300 extra calories to your normal daily food intake to compensate for the extra work your body is doing. Eating under that will cause fatigue and depleted energy levels. Drink plenty of water. Drinking enough water during pregnancy is vital. During this time, drink 8, 8-oz. (23.7 ml) glasses of water. Milk, juice, and other beverages count towards this number. Dehydration can lead to fatigue and other health problems. Conversely, getting enough water will help you retain stamina and energy. Drink caffeine wisely. Recent research has shown that it's safe to have a moderate amount of caffeine a day while pregnant. If you need a morning boost or a midday pick-me-up, drink a cup of coffee or tea - while carefully monitoring your intake of caffeine. Do not exceed 200 milligrams of caffeine per day, the amount of caffeine in about 12 ounces of coffee. However, if you are finding yourself having trouble sleeping, try to stay away from coffee, soda, and tea. Caffeine is a stimulant that can interfere with your sleep. Don't drink caffeine too late in the day. Caffeine can stay in the system for many hours and interfere with sleep. Check for anemia. When you're pregnant, your body produces more blood, increasing the need for more iron. If you are not getting enough iron or other nutrients, you might end up anemic. Having mild anemia when you are pregnant is common. But chronic fatigue may point to severe anemia from low iron or vitamin levels. Many of symptoms of anemia are also common symptoms of a normal pregnancy such as fatigue, shortness of breath, and trouble concentrating. Ask your doctor to do a blood test to see if your fatigue is due to anemia. Decide if you have depression. During pregnancy, you might feel tired, run-down, low, and hopeless. Chronic fatigue can be a symptom of depression. If you feel tired, hopeless, and have lost interest in things you normally enjoy, speak to your doctor or midwife to rule out depression. Get your thyroid checked. Hypothyroidism is an underactive thyroid. Having hypothyroidism can cause complications such as miscarriage, stillbirth, infertility, and other problems. The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists state that 1 in 10 Americans suffer from thyroid disease and over 13 million are undiagnosed. Get your doctor to check you for thyroid problems early in your pregnancy. Get tests run. If you are unsure why you are still so tired, go to the doctor and get tests run. This way you rule out any serious underlying medical conditions.
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Exercise. Walk. Lift weights. Go swimming. Try cardio machines at the gym. Do yoga. Dance. Fight the midday slump with movement. Get the right amount of sleep. Change your bedtime. Take naps. Shift your position when you constantly feel the need to urinate. Use a pillow to help joint discomfort. Cut out unnecessary commitments. Reduce your stress. Spread your food over multiple meals. Eat protein. Incorporate complex carbs. Add in iron. Get the proper vitamins. Eat potassium. Get enough magnesium. Avoid sugar. Add more calories to your diet. Drink plenty of water. Drink caffeine wisely. Check for anemia. Decide if you have depression. Get your thyroid checked. Get tests run.
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How to Use a Neck Pillow
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To use a neck pillow when you're traveling, blow the pillow up if it's inflatable. Recline your seat as far back as you are able without disturbing the person behind you. Depending on what's comfortable, you can either place the curve of the pillow behind your head or in front of your neck. If there's stuffing in the pillow, like beads or gel, squish the filling around until the pillow supports your head comfortably, then close your eyes and enjoy your rest!
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Upgrade your current travel neck pillow. Gone are the days of minimally comfortable, plastic blow up travel neck pillows. You can now get very comfortable travel neck pillows that can help you sleep in even the most crowded spaces. Take the opportunity to upgrade your current neck pillow to a cushy version that can enhance your travel experience. Consider your specific needs. Do you have neck or back pain? An option that holds your head upright may be best for you. Do you want to be able to move around and not disrupt your fellow passengers? Consider a traditional donut-shaped pillow filled with gel. Make sure to explore your different options. Getting suggestions from fellow travelers or reading product reviews may give you more insight into specific models. Think about the pillow's portability. If you like to travel light or without any awkwardly shaped items that you have to strap to your suitcase, look at the weight and size of each pillow option. Choose your seat early for the best space. Seat location can make a big difference in how comfortable you are—and how you can best use your upgraded pillow. If you are able, choose your seat as soon as you can so that you're not locked out of a prime spot for sleeping. Select or request a window seat if you can. You may even want to consider paying a bit extra for a window seat to increase your comfort. Window seats have a couple of benefits: they give something on which you can lean and help you avoid people crawling over you to get to the bathroom or for a walk. You can also control the window shade, which may help you sleep better. Sit near the front of the plane if possible. There is generally more noise at the back of the plane because of the place of the engines. However, you may be more likely to get a full row or two seats to yourself towards the back of the plane. This could make up for the extra noise. Ask an attendant at check-in what's available and change seats to better options if you can. Avoid bulkheads and exit rows. Although you'll have extra legroom, you may not be able to recline the seats or move the armrest. Inflate your pillow. Depending on what option you purchased, you probably need to blow up your neck pillow. Getting the right amount of air into the pillow can promote your ability to sleep as well as your comfort. Take your pillow of its case and look for the inflation valve. Start to either pump or blow air into the pillow until it is full. Lay back on the pillow to see if it is comfortable. Open the valve and slowly let out air until it reaches a level with which you're comfortable. If you want a firmer pillow, add more air. Recline your seat. Sitting up straight can cause back pain and many people find it difficult to fall asleep in this position. Reclining your seat as far back as you are able will take pressure off of your lower back. It may also contribute to more optimal use of your neck pillow. Be considerate of the person sitting behind you. For example, if you are on a plane and it's mealtime, only recline your seat a bit or wait until the meal is over. You can always adjust your seat as the situation allows. Flip your neck pillow. Some may find sleeping with a bulge behind their heads slightly uncomfortable. Your head may also keep falling forward. In either case, think about flipping your neck pillow in the opposite direction to protect your head while keeping your neck aligned. Direct pillow stuffing for extra comfort. Many neck pillows have some type of stuffing such as beads or gel. Move the stuffing over to your most preferred side of the pillow for added comfort. Tie off the end with a hair tie or another item that will keep the stuffing from shifting. Lie back on your pillow. Once you've got your seat reclined, it's time to put your pillow to use. Lie back and close your eyes. If you feel uncomfortable, make adjustments to the pillow's air until you are able to lie back and relax. Try wedging your pillow in the small space between seats or up against the window. Slide your neck onto the pillow. When you're ready to lie down in bed, place your neck in or on your neck pillow. Do this in the spot you want to sleep so that you don't have to move out of the proper position, which may increase your risk of neck pain. Make sure that the back of your shoulder(s) and your head are touching the surface on which you're lying. Check your alignment. Once you've put your head down on the neck pillow, it's important to see if you are in the proper alignment. This can ensure that you protect your neck and get the most comfortable night's sleep possible. Make sure your neck pillow is supporting you without your head tilting forward or backward if you are a back sleeper. See if your neck is supported and your nose in line with the center of your body if you are a side sleeper. Keep in mind that both of these will work if you are a combination sleeper. Be careful if you are a stomach sleeper. Neck pillows are designed for back, side, and combination sleepers. Most professionals don't recommend sleeping on your stomach because it not only can cause neck pain but also strain your lower back. Give yourself time to settle. It takes your neck about 10 to 15 minutes to relax and settle onto your pillow. Before your start thrashing around because you're uncomfortable, stay in one position to see if that's best for you. If not, move into a different position until you find one in which your neck can relax. Remember to give yourself one week of sleeping on a neck pillow to figure out if it is the right one for you. If the pillow still isn't comfortable after a week, consider returning it and/ or getting another option. Start with the lobes facing downward. Most neck pillows have lobes to help keep your neck properly aligned during the night. If you're new to sleeping with a neck pillow, you may find it difficult to sleep on the side with the lobes. For the first few weeks, consider sleeping with the lobes facing downward to help your head and neck adapt to the need sleeping position. Recognize it may take a bit of trial and error to see where on the pillow is most comfortable with the lobes facing downward. Go with whatever provides the most support and is the most comfortable. Turn over the pillow. After 1-3 weeks of sleeping with the lobes facing downward, turn over the pillow to the lobed side. This allows the pillow to return to its natural shape and can ensure that you get continued excellent neck support. Consider turning over your any pillow you have every few weeks. Talk to a medical professional. If you have chronic neck pain and are seeing a medical professional about it, ask what type of neck pillow is optimal for your specific needs. This can help you narrow down the list of potential choices. Make sure to give your doctor any potentially relevant information about the way you sleep such as position, snoring or sleep apnea, or even if you sweat a lot. Your doctor may know of specific brands that can accommodate all of your needs. Ask for a couple of different suggestions from your doctor in case you don't like one of the pillows. Let your doctor know if you are using the pillow for your bed or for travel, which may influence his or her suggestions. Figure out your dominant sleeping position. Your dominant sleeping position is the position into which you settle and is likely your favorite way to sleep. Establishing your dominant sleeping position can help you determine the best type of pillow to get you comfortably through the night or a long flight. The following are the types of sleeping position you may be: Side sleeper, which is the most common sleeping position Back sleeper, which is often associated with snoring and sleep apnea Stomach sleeper, which may cause your neck to twist more easily Combination sleeper Travelers, who often sleep upright, slightly reclined, or leaning onto something Look for the right firmness and height. Each dominant sleeping position has different needs in order to maintain alignment and comfort. When buying your pillow, make sure you look at models that are the appropriate firmness and height for your sleep position. The following options are best for each dominant sleeping position type: Side sleepers: a firm or extra firm pillow that is 10 centimeters (4 inches) high Back sleepers: a medium-firm pillow that is a medium loft, which is the pillow's height when it's lying flat on the bed Stomach sleepers: a thin and soft, scrunch-able pillow Combination sleepers: a pillow with softer and firmer sections that is higher on the sides and lower on the center for when you change positions Travelers: pillows that provide maximum comfort for your specific needs and how you sleep. This includes neck support and ability to shift in your seat. Take into account the pillow material. Just as the firmness and height are important to your neck pillow selection, the material can also make a difference. Materials like memory foam or down may be better for certain positions over others. Sleepers may want to consider the following materials for a more comfortable night's sleep: Side sleepers: contoured memory foam or latex foam Back sleepers: down alternative, memory foam, latex foam Stomach sleepers: down, feathers, down alternative, polyester, or thin foam latex Combination sleepers: buckwheat hulls and multiple-material pillows Travelers: memory foam, gel, plush fabric Consider other factors. For as simple as sleeping seems, it can actually be slightly complex. Factors such as your mattress and size as well as how long you're traveling can also have an impact on your pillow choice. In turn, this may affect the type of neck pillow you use. Think about how soft your mattress is. If it is on the softer side, it may cause your body to settle more in relation to your pillow. This means you should get a lower loft, or height, pillow. Consider your body temperature. Do you get very hot at night? If so, you may want to consider a gel foam cooling pillow or a buckwheat hull version. Keep your body frame in mind. If you have a smaller frame, see if you can get a smaller neck pillow to fit your body. Think about how you normally sleep when you travel. Do you shift positions frequently and need a little bit more space? You may want a larger travel pillow that allows you to fully relax in your space. Be aware that these options that let you sprawl out and sleep may irritate fellow travelers. Ensure the pillow is allergy tested and washable so that dust mites don't build up on the surface over time. This can not only cause allergic reactions but actually alter the weight and shape of your neck pillow. Try out different pillows. Every person's body is different. Part of having the right pillow is finding one that fits you and your body best. Trying out different options can help you use the neck pillow for the best possible night's sleep. Keep in mind that it takes 15 minutes to settled into a pillow and about a week to know if your neck pillow is working. This can make it difficult to know exactly which pillow is best in a store. Consider asking the sales staff what the return policy is so that you can return a pillow if it doesn't work for you. Avoid discounting personal preference. If you like the feel of one particular pillow, that may be your deciding factor. Make your final selection. It's time to make your final neck pillow selection. Take into account the various factors such as your dominant sleeping position and how you sleep when you travel as you make your final decision. Double-check what the company's return policy is for neck pillows. If you are unable to return a pillow, even if it is very uncomfortable, you may want to find a different option you can return. Be aware that you'll need to replace your neck pillow about every 2 years.
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Upgrade your current travel neck pillow. Choose your seat early for the best space. Inflate your pillow. Recline your seat. Flip your neck pillow. Direct pillow stuffing for extra comfort. Lie back on your pillow. Slide your neck onto the pillow. Check your alignment. Be careful if you are a stomach sleeper. Give yourself time to settle. Start with the lobes facing downward. Turn over the pillow. Talk to a medical professional. Figure out your dominant sleeping position. Look for the right firmness and height. Take into account the pillow material. Consider other factors. Try out different pillows. Make your final selection.
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How to Care for Your Face (Males)
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To care for your face as a guy, wash it once a day with warm water and a cleanser that's designed for your skin type. You'll also want to exfoliate your face with a scrub or brush every few days to keep your skin smooth and healthy looking. Also, apply a moisturizer in the morning to prevent your skin from getting dry or itchy. If you're going to be spending time in the sun, make sure you put on some sunscreen beforehand to help prevent premature aging.
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Find a cleanser that works for your skin type. A good cleanser will help deep clean and remove debris in the pores that can lead to blemishes. Don't just use a bar of body soap, which can dry out your face and cause it to flake or create irritation. Look for a cleanser made with natural cleansing substances that is geared toward your skin type, whether it's dry, oily, or in between. The oil cleansing method is a great natural way to cleanse your skin. It sounds counterintuitive, but using a combination of natural oils clean your skin will get rid of the dirt without irritating your face. This is an excellent choice for people with any skin type, especially if you have acne. Wash your face with a cleansing milk or cream if you have dry skin. Use a gel cleanser if you have normal or combination skin. If you'd prefer to buy a cleanser with ingredients specifically geared toward treating acne , look for a cleanser that contains salicylic acid, glycolic acid, or benzoyl peroxide. These have antibacterial qualities and are said to be effective in treating acne. Wash your face once a day. Washing it more often than once a day can dry out your skin. Decide to cleanse your skin every morning or every night, but not both. If you want to freshen up in between cleanses, splash cool or lukewarm water on your face without using cleanser. Don't use hot water. Hot water dries out your skin, so use cool or lukewarm water instead. If you have a beard, avoid washing it with facial cleanser. Instead, wash it with mild shampoo 2-4 times per week. Follow with a beard balm or oil. Pat your face dry instead of scrubbing it with a towel. Handling your facial skin roughly will cause it to loosen over time. If you have facial hair, rub the face wash into your skin underneath your hair so it gets clean. Don't go to bed wearing sunscreen or other products. If you slathered on sunscreen during the day, it's best to wash your face before bed. The sunscreen you use may have ingredients that can cause breakouts if left on the skin overnight. Exfoliate every few days. Using a facial scrub or facial exfoliating brush every few days will get rid of dead skin and dirt that doesn't come off with your daily wash. Exfoliating leaves skin brighter and healthier. It also helps prepare your face for shaving by softening the hairs and skin, making for a smoother, closer shave with fewer nicks and less irritation. When you exfoliate with a scrub, rub the scrub into your face using a gentle circular motion, then rinse. A dry facial brush is another very effective way to exfoliate. Purchase a brush made specifically for use on the face. Before you cleanse, use the brush to remove dead skin. Make sure your skin is dry when you use the brush, as it won't work as well on wet skin. Use a daily moisturizer. Whether you use a cream, a light oil, or another product, it's a good idea to moisturize your skin every day after washing. Doing so will help your skin retain its elasticity and keep it from feeling uncomfortably itchy or getting too flaky. Choose a good moisturizer that's right for your skin type. If your skin is on the dry side, choose a moisturizer with ingredients like olive oil, argan oil, shea butter, and lanolin. If your skin is oily, choose a moisturizer with lighter ingredients that won't sit on your skin all day. If you have facial hair, you may want to use a beard oil to keep your beard and mustache soft and healthy. Moisturize around your eyes. If you don't moisturize any other part of your face, at least moisturize around your eyes. The skin there is more apt to start sagging over time, and using cream will keep it looking fresh. Moisturizing in this area is especially important for older men, but it's never too early to start incorporating this into your routine. Keep in mind that using regular moisturizer for your eyes may clog your follicles and cause a stye. When you're moisturizing your eyes, gently dab the moisturizer onto your orbital bone and the skin under your eyes. Moisturize your lips. The skin on our lips doesn't have as many oil glands as the rest of the face, so lips are prone to getting dry and cracked very easily. Use lip balm or a swipe of coconut oil to keep your lips in good shape. You may need to use balm more often in the winter. Use sunscreen. Facial skin can get easily damaged by sun exposure, so it's important to use sunscreen every time you go out. You can kill two birds with one stone by using a moisturizer with an spf over 15 in the winter and 30 in the summer. Don't forget to protect your lips from the sun, too. Wearing sunglasses in the summer also helps to protect the tender skin around your eyes. Use a good razor. Whether you like to be completely clean-shaven or you wear a mustache or a beard, you'll need to shave parts of your face every few days. Get a sharp, high-quality razor to do the job, rather than getting the cheapest kind you can find. Your skin will feel and look better if you use a razor designed for a close, even shave. If you use disposable razors, be sure to choose a brand that makes razors with double blades. These are more efficient and create a cleaner shave than a single blade. You can get an electric razor if you don't need a very close cut. These razors should be used on dry skin. A straight razor will create a close, precise shave. If you decide to purchase a straight razor, it will take some practice to develop the skill to shave without nicking yourself. Wash your face with warm water. The warmth of the water will soften your skin and hairs, making it easier to shave. It's also important to cleanse your skin to get rid of dirt and bacteria on its surface in case you accidentally nick yourself shaving. Apply shaving cream while your face is wet. This will lubricate your face so that the razor glides smoothly over its surface. Don't shave your face dry or without cream unless you're using an electric razor. Try to find a shaving cream or gel without a lot of chemicals, which can dry out or irritate your face. Let the shaving cream sit on your face for a few minutes to further soften your skin and hair before shaving. Use the right shaving technique. It's not necessary to apply pressure to the razor when you draw it across your face. If the blade is sharp enough, the razor will do the job for you. Make sure you're shaving with the grain of your hairs, rather than against it, for a safe and effective shave. If you're shaving off stubble that has had several weeks to grow out, trim it using beard clippers first. Get it as short as possible before shaving. Dip your razor in warm water to unclog it every few minutes while you shave. Pull your skin taught as you shave to get the closest possible cut. Rinse your face when you're finished. Use cold water to soothe your face and reduce bleeding from any nicks you might have gotten. Pat it dry with a towel - don't scrub. Apply moisturizer. Use a moisturizing product that will soothe irritation from the shave. Be sure to use a product that doesn't contain ingredients that could sting your face after shaving. Trim your facial hair. Use a sharp beard trimmer or scissors to trim your remaining facial hair into shape to keep it looking neat.
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Find a cleanser that works for your skin type. Wash your face once a day. Don't go to bed wearing sunscreen or other products. Exfoliate every few days. Use a daily moisturizer. Moisturize around your eyes. Moisturize your lips. Use sunscreen. Use a good razor. Wash your face with warm water. Apply shaving cream while your face is wet. Use the right shaving technique. Rinse your face when you're finished. Apply moisturizer. Trim your facial hair.
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How to Weld Cast Iron
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To weld cast iron, start by preheating the section you'll be working to a temperature between 500 to 1200 degrees F so that it's stable enough to work with. Then, fix any cracks or rips in the surface by using a small piece of iron as a repair patch. Weld the repair patch in place using short welds, about 1 inch long, to keep the nearby metal from overheating. Afterwards, seal off any small cracks in the joints with sealing compound to create a watertight surface.
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Keep the cast iron out of the range of 150 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit (65 to 260 Celsius). This is a danger zone for cast iron, during which it is the most unstable and difficult to work with. This will usually mean heating or cooling the iron before and during the work. Preheat the sections that require work to the 500 to 1,200 °F (260 to 649 °C) range (260 to 649 Celsius). Keep nearby iron cool, but not cold. If cold, you can sometimes run the machinery to get it up to the desired temperature. Keep your repair patch cool enough that you can touch it safety with your bare hand. Hotter patches can ruin the weld, and cold patches will take too long to heat up to welding temperature. Consult your engineering specifications documents to know the best temperature for the exact iron formula you are using in your project. Repair cracks and rips by attaching a cast part that serves as a patch between intact parts of the cast iron. Weld patches in place using short welds, about 1 inch (2.5 cm) long each. This will keep the nearby metal from overheating as you work. Use studding to reinforce major cracks. This technique involves drilling holes into the cast iron surface, then screwing the patch in place. You then weld the screws in place as part of the repair job. Expect to find small cracks in the iron when your welding is done. This is a normal and unavoidable part of welding cast iron. Use sealing compound for joints and sections that must be watertight.
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Keep the cast iron out of the range of 150 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit (65 to 260 Celsius). Preheat the sections that require work to the 500 to 1,200 °F (260 to 649 °C) range (260 to 649 Celsius). Keep nearby iron cool, but not cold. Keep your repair patch cool enough that you can touch it safety with your bare hand. Repair cracks and rips by attaching a cast part that serves as a patch between intact parts of the cast iron. Weld patches in place using short welds, about 1 inch (2.5 cm) long each. Use studding to reinforce major cracks. Expect to find small cracks in the iron when your welding is done.
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How to Make Lechon Kawali
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To make lechon kawali, start by sautéing onion and garlic until soft. Then, mix in a can of liver pâté, cook for 5 minutes, and add vinegar and brown sugar. Once the sugar dissolves, mix in water, bring to a boil, add breadcrumbs, and cook until the sauce thickens. Now that your sauce is ready, boil your pork belly in a separate pot and allow it to simmer for an hour. Next, place the pork belly on a rack, salt both sides, and refrigerate until it dries. Finally, cut it into ¾ inch slices, then fry each slice in 4 inches of oil until dark brown and crispy.
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Heat the oil in a saucepan. In a small saucepan, add 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of neutral cooking oil. Turn the burner to medium-high, and allow the oil to heat until it becomes hot, which should take approximately 3 to 5 minutes. Canola and vegetable oil are good options for the recipe. However, if you want to add more flavor to your sauce, you can substitute bacon fat for the oil. Cook the onion and garlic until they become soft. Once the oil is hot, add 1 small onion that's been finely chopped and 3 cloves of minced garlic to the pan. Cook the onion and garlic until they are soft and limp, which should take 1 to 3 minutes. You can also tell that the onion and garlic are ready when they start to give off a strong aroma. Add the liver pate and cook for several minutes. When the onion and garlic are soft, mix a 9-ounce can of liver pate into the pan. Stir well to ensure that it's fully incorporated, and allow it to cook for 5 minutes on medium heat. If you don't want to buy liver spread, you can cook your own chicken or pork liver, and create a paste by processing it in a food processor. Mix in the vinegar and brown sugar, and cook until the sugar dissolves. When the liver has cooked with the onion and garlic for several minutes, add ¾ cup (177 ml) of vinegar and ¾ cup (150 g) of brown sugar to the pan. Stir the mixture and cook until the sugar dissolves, which should take approximately 2 to 5 minutes. You can use white or apple cider vinegar in the sauce. Stir in the water, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil. Once the sugar has dissolved, mix 3 cups (709 ml) of water, 1 tablespoon (17 g) of salt, and ¼ teaspoon (1.25 g) of pepper into the pan. Leave the pan uncovered, and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat, which should take 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs into the pan, and cook until the sauce thickens. After the pan comes to a boil, add ⅔ cup (84 g) of breadcrumbs to the mixture. Allow the mixture to cook for 2 minutes, or until it thickens up. Use plain, unseasoned breadcrumbs for the recipe. Seasoned breadcrumbs will change the flavor of the sauce. Take the pan off the heat, and allow to cool. When the sauce has thickened, turn off the burner and remove the pan from the heat. Set aside and allow it to cool until the pork belly is finished cooking. If the sauce isn't as smooth as you'd like, you can process it in a blender after it's cooled. Set the pork belly in a pot and add water. Take a 2 pound (907 g) whole boneless, skin on pork belly that's been cut in half, and place it in a large pot with the skin side facing down. Add enough water to the pot to completely cover the pork belly. Mix in the garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns, and bring to a boil. After you've submerged the pork belly, add 8 medium cloves garlic that have been smashed or pounded flat, 2 bay leaves, and 1 tablespoon (10 g) of black peppercorns to the water. Turn the heat to medium-high, and bring the pot to a boil. You can also mix a medium onion that's been chopped into the water for extra flavor. Reduce the heat, and simmer the mixture for an hour. Once the pot comes to a boil, reduce the heat to medium. Allow the mixture to simmer until you can push a knife through the pork belly skin without any resistance, which should take approximately 1 to 1 ½ hours. After the pork belly comes to a boil, a film may form on the top of the water. Use a spoon to skim it away before simmering the mixture. Place the pork belly on a rack, salt, and refrigerate. After the pork belly has cooked for an hour or so, allow it cool until you can handle it. Transfer it to a wire rack that's been fitted over a rimmed baking sheet. Season the pork liberally with Kosher salt, making sure to cover both sides. Place the pork belly in the refrigerator for 6 hours to overnight, or until the skin is completely dried. Wipe the pork belly dry before seasoning it with the salt. Cut the pork belly into slices. After the pork belly has dried, remove it from the refrigerator. Use a sharp knife to cut it into ¾-inch (1.9-cm) slices. Place the slices on a plate near the stove, so they're nearby when you start frying. Add the oil to a Dutch oven or wok and heat. Place a Dutch oven or wok on the stove, and add 4-inches (10-cm) of canola or peanut oil. Turn the heat to medium-high, and heat the oil until it reaches 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Use a deep frying thermometer to monitor the oil so you know when it's reached the right temperature. Fry the pork belly in batches until it is dark brown. Add the sliced pork belly to the hot oil in batches, frying the pieces until they turn a dark brown and the skin becomes crispy. It should take approximately 7 to 10 minutes. Make sure to flip the pork belly slices halfway through the cooking to ensure that both sides are crispy. Place the pork on paper towel-lined plate and season with salt and pepper. When the pork belly is fried to a golden brown, use tongs to remove the pieces from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towel to absorb the excess oil. Season the pork with salt and pepper to taste while it's still hot. Cut the pork, and serve with the sauce. When the pork has cooled slightly, use a knife to cut it into ½-inch (1.3-cm) pieces. Set them on a serving platter, and serve with the lechon sauce for dipping.
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Heat the oil in a saucepan. Cook the onion and garlic until they become soft. Add the liver pate and cook for several minutes. Mix in the vinegar and brown sugar, and cook until the sugar dissolves. Stir in the water, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs into the pan, and cook until the sauce thickens. Take the pan off the heat, and allow to cool. Set the pork belly in a pot and add water. Mix in the garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, and simmer the mixture for an hour. Place the pork belly on a rack, salt, and refrigerate. Cut the pork belly into slices. Add the oil to a Dutch oven or wok and heat. Fry the pork belly in batches until it is dark brown. Place the pork on paper towel-lined plate and season with salt and pepper. Cut the pork, and serve with the sauce.
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How to Avoid Traffic Around Washington, D.C
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Since the traffic around Washington, D.C. can be a nightmare, plan your trip to avoid rush hour if possible and use technology to find the fastest routes. Leaving for work an hour earlier than usual can help you avoid morning rush hour, but sometimes altering your departure time by as little as 15 minutes can make a huge difference, so try to be flexible to find the fastest times to travel. Additionally, try alternative routes to popular highways, like taking Route 44 and Alternate 40 instead of I-68. Technology can also help you find the fastest routes, so tune in to radio traffic reports for updates on accidents and construction. You can also use the WAZE app on your smartphone to get alerts about traffic and to help you reroute your drive.
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Change the time you're driving. Sometimes, a simple change of time can affect the difficulty of your morning commute. Try to leave before or after rush hour to avoid traffic and cut down on driving time. Usually, the morning commute is difficult in major cities. Therefore, opt to leave an hour earlier than usual. It may take awhile to adjust to the change in your sleeping patterns, but it will be worth it to make it work on time and avoid the rush. Coming out of your neighborhood, a change of 15 minutes in your departure time may make a huge difference in your commute. You should also plan to avoid rush hour. As many people tend to get off work around 5, you can expect a lot of traffic from 5 to 6. If you want to make evening plans, plan to make them for later at night to avoid getting stuck in rush hour. In Washington, an enormous number of people work for the Federal government. The Feds have Flex Time and some folks who get in extra early may be leaving at 2:30 or 3:00. Rush hour starts earlier and ends later. Construction workers also start early and leave early as well. This could be a local or neighborhood problem. Try alternative routes. Popular highways, like I-95 and I-70, may be packed during certain times of the day in DC. Instead of going on those highways, there are alternative routes you can take that may get you to your destinationfaster. Be flexible. Use several alternates as more people are using alternative routes. Many people must drive from I-270 to I-70 west to I-68 west to catch one of the exits on I-68. As traffic can get bad here, instead try to take Route 44 and Alternate 40. This should get you in roughly the same area, and much of the road is historically preserved. Not only is there less traffic, you'll get a good view as you drive. If you're trying to get to DC's Chesapeake Expressway/I-464/Route 17, there is an alternative route you can take instead of going through major highways. Try taking route 17 south at Exit 126 and take it to I-64. This will keep you from the major highway congestion. You can also try taking main roads over the highways on days where traffic is particularly congested. Leave early or late on Fridays. On Fridays, the roads will be particularly packed as drivers are getting off work. People who commute from the suburbs may clog the highway after work. From 5 to 6PM, it's a bad idea to take any major highways in DC. If you do need to meet someone around 6 or 7 on a Friday, take public transportation or choose a route that does not require driving on the highways. Better yet, leave late on a Thursday. Around major holidays, people arrange their schedule to leave earlier and earlier. If you're up to it, late night driving can be the best although you may have to contend with folks who are leaving the bars to go home. Be prepared for delays on Tuesday mornings. In major cities, like LA, New York, and DC, Tuesday morning commutes tend to be the worst. Therefore, leave earlier than usual on Tuesdays for work or other obligations. You should also strive to stay off major highways if possible on Tuesdays. You may find that the heaviest traffic may occur on other days for your route or neighborhood. Federal flex time and working at home helps the traffic somewhat but unless more businesses allow working from home, the situation will continue to worsen. Listen to traffic updates on the radio. Sometimes, traffic patterns are unpredictable. While things like rush hour and morning traffic have some pattern, things like accidents and construction can delay traffic in unexpected ways. It's a good idea to tune to a traffic radio station in your area. WTOP in DC offers traffic reports and updates on accidents and construction. You can tune into their radio station while driving, and you can also quickly check the website's traffic section before going out the door in the morning. In the event unusual circumstances, like a car accident, are delaying traffic, you'll be able to quickly plan an alternative route to avoid traffic. Be attentive to special events - sports games, political events - even the smallest of protests can have a major effect on traffic. Waze. Waze is a smart phone application that alerts you to traffic build ups. It can reroute your journey in the event that bad traffic will cause you delays. Waze usually alerts you where a traffic buildup is located. It also marks unusual traffic by placing red bands over patches of highway that are congested by cars. It will then tell you how much the delay will be, and offer you an alternative route if necessary. In addition to alerting you about traffic, Waze can also know where you're likely to find police officers en route. This can help you avoid speed traps and tickets. Check Google Maps. Google Maps also provides time estimates based on traffic. Usually, when you punch in your destination, Google Maps offers several different routes. The time estimates for this route are based on the current traffic. Using Google Maps, you can see where you're likely to encounter traffic and adjust your trip accordingly. Sirius/XM Radio have stations dedicated to traffic reports in some major cities. You won't have to wait for "Traffic on the fives." Consider opting for public transportation. In DC, there are metros that may be faster than driving on some days. Metros run on a train line, so they will not be affected by traffic delays. You can look up metro routes online, or find routes using GPS apps like Google Maps. If a metro can get you to your destination quicker than driving, you may want to opt for public transportation that day. Update: For Metro bus, this may be true although I've never found the bus any faster. Due to safety concerns, Metrorail is and will become a mess as repair work will continue throughout the next year. And the fares and parking at stations have increased to the point where it is certainly cheaper to drive. Even with traffic, using the train may not save any time at all. Experiment. Be flexible. Your mileage my vary. In addition to saving you time, taking the metro can also save you money. You'll only pay a small fee to board, and you'll end up stocking up on gas less often. You can also try taking a bus, but keep in mind busses will generally be as affected by traffic as cars. Walk, if it's a short distance. If you can manage to walk, this may be quicker. You will be able to use sidewalks, which are unclogged by cars. If the distance is reasonable, and you're a seasoned walker, it may be quicker to walk most days. DC can be a high stress city. In addition to saving you time, getting in some walking regularly can help you manage stress. If you're not in shape, take it slow. Do not start walking 2 miles (3.2 km) to and from work every day. Spend a week or so taking small walks around your neighborhood before attempting to walk to work instead of driving. Invest in a bike. Washington DC is home to a lot of bike trails. If you enjoy biking, see if a bike trail can take you reasonably close to where you need to be. If you can make it by bicycle, this may sometimes be quicker than driving due to traffic. Much like walking, biking is a form of exercise, so it can reduce stress as well. Be careful when biking in or near the street. You should always wear a helmet and other protective gear. Check out Capital Bikeshare. For local, in town trips, this may be a great option if bike stations are close by. Be extra careful of the cars though. Full of frustrated drivers. Obey all traffic laws. Blowing through a red light or stop sign will easily get you a trip to the hospital and a traffic ticket. Please stay safe! Wear a helmet. A reflective vest would be a great idea. Remain calm. Even with proper planning, everyone gets caught in traffic on occasion. In a big city like DC, a delay due to traffic is inevitable. In the event you're caught in traffic, remain calm. Getting upset or anxious will only make the situation worse. Try to take a few deep, calming breaths. When driving, you want to be relaxed enough to focus on the road. Stress or anger over traffic can cause anger. Find a way to take your mind off the situation. Play a song you like or a podcast over the car's radio. Listen to a book on tape. Turn on the radio and find a calm, relaxing station. Resist the temptation to text, email or play games on your phone. Remember, hands free calling only. It's the law. Keep pace with the other cars. You do not want to make a traffic jam worse for yourself or other cars. Maintain an equal distance between the car behind you and the car ahead. Make sure to drive at the same speed as the cars behind you. Try not to accelerate to catch up to the car behind you, as this may force other drivers to slow down suddenly. This will make the traffic jam worse. Let people know if you'll be running late due to traffic. Traffic delays among the most common reasons for tardiness in urban areas. If you're going to be late, call and let people know ahead of time. Be careful when dialing a number when driving, however, Make sure to wait until cars are paused on the highway. Do not make tardiness due to traffic a habit. While it's understandable that this will happen on occasion, at a certain point your boss or your associates will expect you to work around traffic delays.
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Change the time you're driving. Try alternative routes. Leave early or late on Fridays. Be prepared for delays on Tuesday mornings. Listen to traffic updates on the radio. Check Google Maps. Sirius/XM Radio have stations dedicated to traffic reports in some major cities. Consider opting for public transportation. Walk, if it's a short distance. Invest in a bike. Remain calm. Keep pace with the other cars. Let people know if you'll be running late due to traffic.
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How to Answer Questions During a Traffic Stop
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If you're pulled over during a traffic stop, it's important to stay calm and answer the officer's questions. Once you've safely pulled over, put your window halfway down and wait for the officer to approach. They may ask you if you know why they pulled you over. Although you have the right not to answer any of their questions, it's best to say “No, officer” or you might upset the officer and prolong the situation. They may also ask you to provide your license and registration, which you should calmly comply with. If they ask you for permission to search your car, remember that you can politely refuse. Police only have a right to search your car if you consent or if they have probable cause. If they order you to step out of your vehicle, calmly follow their instructions.
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Pull over. Whether the car is an easily identifiable police car or an unmarked car with police lights, it is important to pull over as soon as you can safely do so. Use your turn signals to identify that you are pulling over and make your way to the right-hand side of the road. Do not make an erratic driving moves such as speeding up or slamming on the brakes. Do not pull into the left-hand lane as it may appear that you are trying to get away. Turn off the car. As soon as you pull over, turn on the internal light, put your window down part way, and turn off the car. Once your window is down, place your hands on the steering wheel and do not move until after the police approach you. When police officers approach your car, they are worried about their own personal safety. By placing your hands on the steering wheel and turning on the light, you are alleviating some level of fear that an officer may have as they approach your car. Do not make any unnecessary movement. The officer may believe that you are trying to hide something illegal or increases their concern that their life may be at risk. Provide your license and other documents. Once the officer approaches your window, he or she may ask for your driver's license, registration and proof of insurance. If your paperwork is in your pocket, glove compartment or bag, let the officer know that you need to retrieve those items. Once the officer gives his or her permission for you to proceed, slowly gather your documents and pass them through the partially opened window. Do not get out of the vehicle unless you are instructed to by the officer. Be respectful. While you may feel frustrated, angry, frightened, or any other emotions about the police pulling you over, it is important that you remain calm and treat the officer respectfully. Do not give the police any justification to extend the traffic stop any longer than it needs to be. You should not flee from the police or touch the police officer. Do not resist the police. If you place your hands on them or appear as if you are failing to comply with their orders, you can be charged with a crime. Even minor resistance is a misdemeanor. Do not speak first. Let the officer approach the car and let them take the lead in the stop. Most likely they will ask for your license and car registration. As discussed above, if the documents are not readily accessible, tell the officer where they are located and ask permission to retrieve them. Give noncommittal responses. The officer may ask you some questions when he or she approaches your car and it is best to give very short answers or not answer at all. You should not argue with the police officer. Remember, both you and any passengers have the right to remain silent. If you choose to remain silent, tell the officer that you are asserting your right to remain silent. Below are a few examples of questions you may be asked. The officer may ask, “Do you know why I pulled you over?” It is best to reply with a simple “no.” You may be asked “do you know how fast you were going?” You can reply “yes I do,” but do not give any additional information. If the officer tells you how fast she or he thinks you were going, do not argue but instead say something like “I see” or do not answer at all. Comply with legal requirements. Police officers have the right to view your driver's license, proof of insurance and registration in a routine traffic stop. If the police ask for these items, you must comply. You are not legally required to give the police any additional verbal responses or give them permission to search your car. If the police order you out of your car, you must comply but, as discussed below, if they ask you, “do you mind if we look in your car, you can respectfully refuse.” Refuse to give consent to search your car. Some police officers will ask to search your car. You should politely refuse. The officer may state that he or she has probable cause to search your car, which means that they are legally justified in conducting the search. If the police officer orders you out of the car, comply with the request and do not argue. Since you have already refused consent to search the car, a lawyer can challenge the search on legal grounds should you decide to pursue the case of if you have illegal contraband in your car. If the officer asks you to step out of the car, he or she may pat you down to make sure that you are not carrying any weapons. Do not resist the pat down and do not act aggressively in any way. Ask if you can leave. Once the officer issues you a ticket or if they do not issue you a ticket but do not appear to be making any move to do so, you can respectfully ask whether you are allowed to leave. Unless you are under arrest or the officer is preparing your ticket, you have the right to leave the location. Remain silent if arrested. If your traffic stop turns into an arrest, do not say anything to the police other than requesting an attorney. The police may try to get to volunteer information but refuse to say anything. Do not give consent to a search. If the police ask your permission to search your car, you can politely refuse. The police do not need your consent to search your car if they have probable cause to believe that there is evidence of a crime in your car. If the police tell you step out of your car, you must comply. An officer can only search your car for the following reasons: You gave your consent to search the car. They have probable cause. The officer has a reasonable fear for his or her safety and therefore searches your car for a hidden weapon. The officer has a legally obtained search warrant. After an arrest, an officer can search your car in search of evidence related to your arrest. Record or film a traffic stop. You have the right to film a traffic stop but you cannot interfere with the officer conducting the stop. Do not place the camera in the officer's face or act disrespectfully. Ask to leave if your stop seems overly long. While the police have a right to pull you over and detain you, they do not have a legal right to detain you for an overly long time. If after 30 minutes the officer has not allowed you to leave or given you a reason why the process is taking so long, you can ask the officer when you will be able to leave. Refuse to answer questions. You have the legal right to not answer police questions. While answering questions may speed along the process of the traffic stop, you are not legally required to answer questions, especially if they are unrelated to the traffic stop. Request officer information. You have the right to request the police officer's name and badge number, especially if you feel that your civil rights have been violated. Do not remove your seatbelt. If you have a concealed weapon carry permit and you are armed during a traffic stop, you need to take steps to put the officer at ease. As discussed above, turn on the interior light, keep your hands on the steering wheel and keep your seatbelt on. By having your hands clearly visible, you put the officer at ease as he or she approaches your vehicle. Notify the officer of your permit and weapon. When the officer approaches the car, calmly state: “Officer, I have a permit to carry concealed and I am currently carrying concealed now. How would you like me to proceed?” It is very important that you don't shout or state “I have a gun.” The officer will have not have any context for understanding your comment and may believe that you are making a threatening statement. Not all states require you to notify a police officer of a concealed weapon. However, it may be the safest option so that there is no misunderstanding during the remainder of the traffic stop. To view the state-by-state laws regarding concealed weapons visit: http://www.criminaldefenselawyer.com/topics/concealed-weapons-charges. Do not move until instructed by the officer. Once you have informed the officer of your weapon and permit, do not make any move until the officer gives you specific directions. This allows the officer time to collect his or her thoughts and allows the heightened situation to proceed calmly. Do not gesture or make any move towards your weapon. Keep your hands firmly on the steering wheel until the officer tells you what to do. Comply with the officer’s directions. Follow any directions that the officer gives you with regard to your weapon and your permit. Even if you think the officer is overreacting and wants you to get out of the car, you should do so. Failure to listen to the officer can easily and quickly escalate a routine traffic stop.
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Pull over. Turn off the car. Provide your license and other documents. Be respectful. Do not speak first. Give noncommittal responses. Comply with legal requirements. Refuse to give consent to search your car. Ask if you can leave. Remain silent if arrested. Do not give consent to a search. Record or film a traffic stop. Ask to leave if your stop seems overly long. Refuse to answer questions. Request officer information. Do not remove your seatbelt. Notify the officer of your permit and weapon. Do not move until instructed by the officer. Comply with the officer’s directions.
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How to Travel with a Cat
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To prepare your cat for travel, make sure your cat eats and drinks several hours before traveling and has access to the litter box until it's time to go so it doesn't need to go on the road. Right before putting your cat in its crate, place a harness on it so you can easily leash your cat when you open the crate. Plan to let your cat out to stretch its legs every few hours, and use the leash to keep your cat from running away!
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Acclimate your cat to traveling. If your cat hasn't travelled by car recently, several weeks prior to your trip, take it on several short car rides (30 minutes or less). Be sure to put the cat in the travel cage you will use on your trip to get the cat used to the noise and motion of the car and the smell of the cage. Give your cat treats while it is in the car. This will give it better feelings about being there. Look upon these as trial runs to work out any kinks before you have to take a long trip far from home. Get prescription medication for motion sickness, if necessary. If your cat is prone to motion sickness, which your trial runs should determine, ask your vet to prescribe medication. Anti-nausea medication such as chlorpromazine can be used to help control motion sickness. The signs of a cat with motion sickness (while in the car of course) include: crying or vocalizing that doesn't quit after a few minutes into the car ride, excessive drooling, immobility, or acting afraid to move, or excess activity or pacing, vomiting, or urinating or defecating. Ginger has also been used to treat nausea in humans and it is safe to use in cats; this can be found in liquid form or chews from on-line or brick and mortar pet stores or in the occasional veterinary clinic. Give your cat the Bach Flower Essence "Rescue Remedy" to help it with the fear and stress of traveling or a fear of new places. Give a few drops in his water each day and a drop in the mouth before setting off each day if he is visibly distressed. You can test its effectiveness by giving an oral dose and then taking a short car ride 30 minutes later. This should be your preferred treatment, as sedatives only slow a cat whereas the flower essence will help them remain calm and confident. Get prescription tranquilizers as a last resort. Try training with trial drives and non-medicated options first before resorting to medications. Your veterinarian can help you sort out which one will work best for your cat. Some options include over the counter antihistamines (Benadryl) and prescription medication, such as alprazolam (Xanax) to relieve anxiety. Discuss dosages with your veterinarian and follow their advice carefully for the best result. Try any sedatives at home a few days before your trip. Observe the cat's behavior, and if there are any negative results, you still have time to call your vet and adjust dosages or try a different medicine. Just like people, different drugs have different effects on cats. Chances are, if your pet reacts with irritability or something else adverse, your vet will know an alternate treatment to try. Most sedatives won't knock the cat out cold and should only take the edge off. If the drug is too sedating or not sedating enough, you should let your vet know before you leave. The cat should remain alert to its surroundings, even when on the sedative. While on the medication trial, put the cat in the carrier and take it for a drive. This way, you'll know what behaviors to expect while you're traveling with a medicated cat. Make sure your vet gives you enough medication for the duration of your travel (to and from) and ask for an extra pill or two to try at home before you embark. Get a towel or blanket and put it in your cat's bed, or wherever it likes to sleep, a few days before the trip. The goal is to get your cat's smells, and the smells of home, onto the towel. In addition, the cat will already be comfortable with the towel and find comfort from it. Prepare the cage on the morning of the trip, or the night before. Put the towel your cat has been sleeping on at the bottom of the cage, and put an additional towel under the cage if the cage floor needs extra padding. Add a favorite toy to keep your cat company as well. Spray the inside of the carrier and car with Feliway 20 minutes before you're ready to go. This mimics the pheromones that cats leave when they're comfortable and relaxed in their territory. It should soothe your cat on the ride. Be sure to test your cat's reaction to Feliway before spraying it in the carrier. A small minority of cats interpret the spray as another cat's markings and may have a negative or even aggressive reaction to it. Have your cat eat a few hours before traveling and allow it unrestricted access to its litter box. If there is room in the cage you can put a small litter box, but this is not vitally necessary. The same is true of food and water. Never make your cat stay in its carrier for longer than eight hours without providing it with food, water and a chance to use the litter box. Leave the door of the cage open to allow your cat a chance to explore the cage. You want the cat to voluntarily get comfortable going into it. Do not force your cat into the cage if it doesn't go in at this stage. Place the cat in the carrier, then carry it to the car. You may want to place a towel or blanket over the carrier when carrying it to the car to block its view of the “scary” outside. Remove it when you place the carrier in the car. The carrier should be placed in a secure spot in the car, preferably strapped in place with a seat belt. If the seat belt won't work, you can use bungee cords or small lengths of rope to secure the carrier in the car in case of sudden stops or an accident. Place your cat in the carrier with the harness on. Car rides are stressful for cats regardless if they like them or not. Having a harness and a leash on the cat whenever it is out of the carrier (even in the car) gives you something to grab in case the cat decides to bolt from an open window or door. Allow your cat to stretch its legs. Your cat won't want to go all day in its carrier. This is where the harness and leash come in. Snap the leash on and allow your cat to come out into the car for twenty or so minutes. Offering a chance in the litterbox isn't a bad idea, either, but don't be surprised if your cat turns its nose up at the idea. Spray wherever you're staying with Feliway (or use the Feliway diffuser) before putting your cat in the room. If you go out, put your cat in its carrier and the 'Do Not Disturb' sign on your door, in case the maid should come by. If you're going to be out for the day, put the cat in the bathroom with its things and shut the door (if possible). Then leave a note on the door stating your cat is currently in there and to please be careful not to let it out.
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Acclimate your cat to traveling. Get prescription medication for motion sickness, if necessary. Give your cat the Bach Flower Essence "Rescue Remedy" to help it with the fear and stress of traveling or a fear of new places. Get prescription tranquilizers as a last resort. Try any sedatives at home a few days before your trip. Get a towel or blanket and put it in your cat's bed, or wherever it likes to sleep, a few days before the trip. Prepare the cage on the morning of the trip, or the night before. Spray the inside of the carrier and car with Feliway 20 minutes before you're ready to go. Have your cat eat a few hours before traveling and allow it unrestricted access to its litter box. Leave the door of the cage open to allow your cat a chance to explore the cage. Place the cat in the carrier, then carry it to the car. Place your cat in the carrier with the harness on. Allow your cat to stretch its legs. Spray wherever you're staying with Feliway (or use the Feliway diffuser) before putting your cat in the room.
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How to Choose the Best Senior Facility
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Before you can choose the best senior facility for a loved one, ask a doctor to help determine the right level of care: independent living, assisted living, or skilled nursing. Then, log on to your loved one's health insurance website to see which local facilities they support. Schedule a tour to see the condition of the facility and talk to current residents. Then, ask staff members about service fees, long-term care options, and how much freedom your loved one will have.
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Choose independent living for community and help with cooking and cleaning. Independent living is a great choice for seniors who can still take care of themselves, but would like the convenience of someone else doing their cooking and cleaning. At an independent living facility, residents live in private apartments or condos and typically don't have anyone checking in on them or providing nursing care. Residents will also have access to common areas where they can socialize with other people in the community, making this a good choice for seniors looking for friends and a social network. Some independent living communities may also provide kitchens in residents' apartments in case they want to cook. Independent living can also be called an active adult community, a retirement community or home, or senior apartments. Go with assisted living for some help with everyday tasks. Assisted living is best for seniors who need help with some daily activities, like bathing, cooking, dressing, or remembering when to take their medication. In assisted living facilities, residents will have their own private rooms or apartments with provided meals and a nursing staff member to check in on them every day. Choose skilled nursing for 24/7 care. Skilled nursing facilities are the right choice for someone who can't take care of themselves any longer and need the help of a nurse at all times. In these kinds of homes, residents live in separate rooms, sometimes with a roommate. Some skilled nursing facilities will provide a doctor to take care of residents' medical needs. These are sometimes known as nursing homes. Observe your loved one’s condition to see what kind of care they need. Watch your loved one closely and try to see where they need the most help. Are they still able to move around unassisted and cook for themselves? What condition is their home in? Decide what would be the most helpful living situation for them based on their current health. If you can, ask your loved one about their preferences as well. Have your loved one evaluated by a doctor if you’re not sure. It can be hard to figure out exactly what kind of care your loved one needs, especially if they're not completely sold on the idea of moving into a facility. To help, ask their physician for a recommendation. Have them do a physical evaluation, then describe your loved one's daily schedule, needs, and any recurring issues. You don't have to follow their recommendation, but it can give you a good idea of where to start. Check for accredited facilities online through their insurance. Once you've decided on a care level, start your search online at the website for your loved one's insurance company. Log on to the site and search for the type of facility you're looking for to see what locations are covered. Depending on where you live, senior health insurance may be free. In the U.S., for example, anyone over the age of 65 qualifies for Medicare Part A, which is cost-free. If your loved one is on Medicare, go to the Medicare website and start your search there. By searching through your insurance provider, you can ensure that the facilities you look at will be covered and vetted for safety. Choose a facility that’s located close to loved ones. Location is a key factor for many people looking for a senior facility. If you can, ask your loved one where they'd most like to be located—near their old home or close to friends and family are typically what people feel most comfortable with. You want to make sure that friends and family can come visit and check in on your loved one from time to time, and that they feel centrally-located rather than isolated in an unfamiliar area. Look for age-in-place options if your loved one wants that. Some facilities provide assistance as residents grow older and need more services, allowing your loved one to receive care where they are rather then moving to another new facility. Look carefully at your facility options to determine their policy on this. If the facility doesn't provide age in place options, look into what physical declines could prompt a move out and if the facility would provide assistance if a move is required. Check facilities’ licensing and inspection records online. You'll be able to see the facility yourself when you go for a visit, but you can verify its safety and make sure there are no reasons for concern even before you go. Depending on your location, you can often find this information online by going to your state's Agency on Aging. You can also contact your state's long-term care ombudsman, a government official who records and investigates complaints against senior facilities. To find your state's LTC ombudsman, go online and search “long-term care ombudsman in [your state]”. Look for red flags, such as complaints about abuse, mistreatment, or miscare of residents. Ask friends or family for recommendations. If your options are feeling overwhelming, ask friends or family members who have been through this for their advice and recommendations. See if they know of any facilities that could meet your loved one's needs, and if they don't, ask if they have any general tips for you on finding a good choice. Call the facility and schedule a tour. Once you've narrowed down your list to 1-2 facilities, call them up and ask to schedule a tour for a prospective resident. This is a standard procedure for most facilities, so you shouldn't have a problem setting up a time to come look around. Ask if a staff member can lead your tour and answer your questions along the way. Bring your loved one on the tour if possible, as well as another friend or family member to give you a second opinion. Look around the facility to see if it’s well-maintained. While you're on the tour, look around to see if the grounds are taken care of. Make sure you don't see anything rundown, broken, stained, dirty, or bad-smelling. A facility that's well taken care of indicates that the staff are meticulous and caring, and that your loved one will be comfortable there. It's OK if you smell an odor contained to a small area—this could indicate a recent accident. A more pervasive odor over a larger area could suggest an issue. Make sure there are appropriate safety measures in place. Look for grab bars in the residential rooms, call buttons throughout the facility, and safety locks on windows and doors. Keep an eye out for more general safety measures as well, such as emergency exit guides on the walls, smoke detectors, and overhead sprinklers. Talk to residents and family about how they like the facility. Observe current residents to see if they seem well-groomed, happy, engaged, and social. Ask your tour guide if you can talk to a few of them and any visiting family members, and ask how long they've lived there and how they feel about the facility. Ask them how they feel about the accommodations, food, staff, and social calendar as well. You could say something like, “Hi there! My mother and I are looking around here to see if this would be a good place for her to live. How do you feel about your time here?” Observe whether staff members seem friendly and attentive. Look for staff members who are interacting with residents in a positive, friendly way and staying attentive to their needs. Also, look for a high ratio of staff to residents—a staff that's stretched too thin won't be able to give your loved one the personalized care they need. Drop by a few times after the tour to double check quality. At the end of the tour, ask your guide whether it would be OK for you to drop by a few more times to see the facility. Then, stop by at different times during the day, such as at meal times or at night, and on the weekends when there might be less staff on duty. This gives you a chance to confirm your opinion on the facility and see how it looks without a guide possibly trying to sell it to you. Ask how you’ll be billed for services and other financial questions. Ask a staff member or facility financial manager what their billing policy is like for different services. You should also look into what payment programs they participate in, such as Medicare or Medicaid. Look into their medical services and long-term care options. Ask the facility what kind of medical services they provide on-site, and as your loved one ages. A facility with a physician or a registered nurse on-site is typically preferable, since their care will ensure that your loved one will make fewer trips to the emergency room in case of illness or injury. You should also see whether they can ramp up care and provide long-term services as your loved one needs it. See how much your loved one can customize their room. If your loved one is in an independent or assisted living facility, they may want to bring along their own furniture and decorations for their apartment. They might also want to do their own cooking, or bring a beloved pet along with them. If this is important to your loved one, make sure to ask how much they can personalize their private room. You should also see whether there are any prohibited activities in private rooms or apartments. Ask whether they can come and go as they please. If your loved one is more mobile, they might want the freedom to have their own outings. Ask what the facility's policy is, as well as their rules for visitors—can they also drop in and out as desired, or will you need to schedule your visits in advance? You can also ask what kind of scheduled social outings your loved one can take through the facility, such as to a play or a movie. Inquire into the staff’s background and availability. Make sure that the staff are experienced and well-trained by asking what their hiring requirements are. You should also ask how much experience most staff members have and how many are typically working and available to residents at any given time. See what circumstances would force a move out. Ask whether the facility will require your loved one to move out if they can't make payments or if their level of care they need gets too high. You should also ask who makes the discharge decision and how long of a notice you and your loved one will be given if they need to move out. Ask whether your loved one's room will be held for them if they have to stay in a hospital for any amount of time. Ask how many rooms are currently empty. If a facility has many empty beds or rooms, it could be a sign that residents are unhappy with conditions there. This could also be a sign that the facility is in trouble financially. Ask to see a contract to review costs and other requirements. Before you decide on a facility, ask to see a copy of the admission agreement. This is a legal contract, so consider having an elder-law attorney review it with you to make sure you're on board with its stipulations. In general, look for inclusions like: The cost of service. Some facilities charge one fee for the room, board, and care, while others might charge more for higher levels of care. Who the responsible party is. If you're signing for a loved one, make sure you're identified in the contract as their agent with power of attorney, or “attorney in fact,” not the responsible party, which would require you to pay for their stay. What conditions would require a move out. Make sure the contract is specific, keeping an eye out for red flag subjective phrases like “When we can no longer meet your needs.” Arbitration clauses. Watch out for “mandatory” or “forced” arbitration provisions, which means that if you have a disagreement with the facility, you're not allowed to take them to court.
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Choose independent living for community and help with cooking and cleaning. Go with assisted living for some help with everyday tasks. Choose skilled nursing for 24/7 care. Observe your loved one’s condition to see what kind of care they need. Have your loved one evaluated by a doctor if you’re not sure. Check for accredited facilities online through their insurance. Choose a facility that’s located close to loved ones. Look for age-in-place options if your loved one wants that. Check facilities’ licensing and inspection records online. Ask friends or family for recommendations. Call the facility and schedule a tour. Look around the facility to see if it’s well-maintained. Make sure there are appropriate safety measures in place. Talk to residents and family about how they like the facility. Observe whether staff members seem friendly and attentive. Drop by a few times after the tour to double check quality. Ask how you’ll be billed for services and other financial questions. Look into their medical services and long-term care options. See how much your loved one can customize their room. Ask whether they can come and go as they please. Inquire into the staff’s background and availability. See what circumstances would force a move out. Ask how many rooms are currently empty. Ask to see a contract to review costs and other requirements.
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How to Drive in the Snow
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If you need to drive in the snow, accelerate slowly, brake gently, and go slower than the speed limit to make sure you keep traction. However, even when you drive safely, you may begin to skid. If the vehicle's rear begins to skid, steer into the direction you're skidding to regain traction. To recover when you front end begins to skid, steer in the direction you want to go.
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Prepare your vehicle for driving. Clear the windshield, side windows, headlights, and rear brake lights of all snow and ice with an ice scraper and brush before you drive off. Stop the car and clear the windows and lights as needed while driving during snowfall. Don't forget to clear snow off of your number plate, as it is a legal requirement for your number plate to be visible in many places. Turn on the front and rear defroster to keep windows clear while you drive. Turn the air conditioning on and set it to the fresh air option to keep the inside window clear of condensation. Turn on your headlights at all times as you drive. This means you have to have your headlights on when driving during daylight hours too. This makes your vehicle more visible to other motorists whilst it's still snowing. Drive slowly while the roads are covered in snow or ice. Drive using the lower gears in a car with a manual gearbox to increase your traction on the road. Do not use the cruise control option and do not attempt to overtake other vehicles. Vehicles need traction in order for the brakes to work properly, which is why slower speeds, gentler turns, and stops are necessary to make traction remain possible. Reduce the vehicle's speed so that you are going below the speed limit, remember it is NOT a target to aim for. Be extremely cautious of how much traction your tires can achieve against the road as you drive. Keep the appropriate intervals in between your car and the car ahead of you. Leave at least 2 to 3 car lengths between your car and the one ahead of you. This is the most effective way to deter common rear-end accidents. This will give you enough room to stop and lower the risk of sliding into the car in front of you when driving at a slow speed. Driving at a speed over 25 mph (40 km/h) may require leaving more space between the vehicles. Avoid making sudden movements while you drive. When you stop, don't jerk the steering wheel. Instead, touch your brakes gently. Don't lock brakes on ice either because it might result in losing control and steering of your vehicle. Accelerate more gradually than you're accustomed to. Don't rev up to the speed limit like you're used to when the roads are clear, get up to that speed slowly but gradually. Decelerate more gradually than you're accustomed to. Anticipate your stops before you actually make them. Slow down to stop at a much slower rate than usual. Watch out for potential road dangers. Be on the lookout for slippery spots that might be on the road. Ice is common on bridges, even when the rest of the road may be clear, so approach bridges and shaded areas with the proper caution. Do not push the accelerator and spin the car tires when stuck in a snow-filled area. Dig loose snow out from under the tires and pour sand or cat litter under the tires to create traction. Gently rock the car to help the tires make contact with the ground, if possible. Recover from the rear end of your car beginning to skid. If you notice despite the distance and precautions of safe winter driving that the rear end of your car is starting to skid, you have to avoid the hazard as gently as possible. Remove your foot from the accelerator if the rear end of the car begins to skid while driving on snow or ice. Steer into the skid to stop skidding. So if you're skidding right, steer to the right. Recover from the front end of your car starting to skid. Remove your foot from the accelerator if the front end of the car begins to skid. Do not brake whilst skidding. Turn the steering wheel in the direction you want the car to turn. Shift the car into neutral if driving a manual transmission. Push the brake pedal gently when you need to stop. If you can avoid stopping altogether, that'd be even better. Gradually slow down your car almost to a complete stop when you are approaching a red light. It might turn green without you even having to stop at all if you time it right. If you see multiple cars stopped in front of you, start braking several stopping distances away to avoid colliding into another vehicle accidentally. If you notice that your tires have locked up, take your foot off of the brakes completely. Check your tire pressure. When temperatures drop, your tire pressure drops in response. Check to see if the air pressure in your tires need to be topped up, especially in cold climates of 30 degrees and below. Check your actual tires. Traction is always important when operating a vehicle, but becomes even more important to cars in snowy weather. Inspect your tire threads thoroughly to gauge their efficiency. Use a penny to help you determine the depth of your tires' treads. Insert a penny with its head toward the tire tread into the groove. If the back of the penny is covered, your tire tread is in the clear. If you can see the entire back of the coin, it's time to replace tires. Additional signs that you should consider buying new tires include nicks and holes, uneven wear, and bulging sidewalls on the tires. Swap your regular tires for snow tires if you have any. Snow tires are better than regular tires because they are made with special materials that stay soft to provide tires with maximum traction in below-freezing temperatures. They also have tread patterns that grip roads covered in snow and ice. Install winter tires in sets of fours to maintain the traction, safety, and control of your vehicle. If, or when the weather gets warmer; it is important to swap the tires for your regular tires. Carry a set of snow chains for your vehicle while you travel. Although it might not be necessary to install them on a car that has snow tires installed on it, having snow chains are a requirement when passing certain roads throughout the winter season. Replace windshield wiper blades. Inspect the blades of your wipers ahead of wintertime to ensure that your wipers will have a quick response to whatever may potentially obstruct your vision while you drive. If your blades don't sweep across the windshield cleanly or are cracked, replace them immediately. Also make sure that your windshield defroster is up to scratch. Replacing your blades will be an insufficient move if your defroster isn't in working order. Inspect your coolant system. Make sure the fluid levels in your radiator are adequate. Confirm that you have the proper coolant in the car's system. Check to see that all of the hoses are in good working condition and do not have any obvious indications of wear. Assess the condition of your battery. Cold weather can deplete an older battery at a much faster rate. Look at the top of the battery for the installation date. If the date on the battery is older than two or three years, think about purchasing a new one before winter begins. Remove any signs of whitish powder that might have gathered on the terminal connections. Clean away the buildup with equal parts baking soda and warm water solution. Arrange a servicing for your vehicle. Ensure that your engine is performing at optimal performance level by having a mechanic or auto service. If you're good with cars, feel free to conduct your own inspection at home. However, do seek professional help if you don't know what you're doing. Fit your car with snow chains. Place the snow chain over the tire, holding it at the top and letting it fall evenly over the front of the tire and wheel. Once the chain is evenly and securely placed on the three-quarters of the wheel not touching the road, place the snow chains onto the rest of the tires. When the snow chains are on three-quarters of all of the tires, get into your car and drive forward for less than a metre. This will expose the part of the tire that was touching the ground previously. Put on the handbrake, get out of the car, and finish securing the remaining chains to the rest of the wheel. Use a closer link to tighten the chains where they close. Adding snow chains to your vehicle might be necessary for drivers in some areas, but often times if you have snow tires installed; you can save yourself a little trouble and not have to bother using snow chains at all.
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Prepare your vehicle for driving. Turn on the front and rear defroster to keep windows clear while you drive. Turn on your headlights at all times as you drive. Drive slowly while the roads are covered in snow or ice. Keep the appropriate intervals in between your car and the car ahead of you. Avoid making sudden movements while you drive. Watch out for potential road dangers. Do not push the accelerator and spin the car tires when stuck in a snow-filled area. Recover from the rear end of your car beginning to skid. Recover from the front end of your car starting to skid. Push the brake pedal gently when you need to stop. Check your tire pressure. Check your actual tires. Swap your regular tires for snow tires if you have any. Replace windshield wiper blades. Inspect your coolant system. Assess the condition of your battery. Arrange a servicing for your vehicle. Fit your car with snow chains.
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How to Be a Birdwatcher
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If you want to be a birdwatcher, go to a park with water or trees, which is where birds like to live. You can also look online for well-known birdwatching spots in your area. Once you're at your chosen location, remember to walk slowly and quietly so you don't scare any birds away. Rather than going around searching for birds, find a comfortable place where you can sit still for a while in order to observe them in their natural habitat. When you see a bird, take note of its coloring and any distinguishing features so you can identify it correctly.
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Do some cursory research. Before you leave your home, spend some time doing a little preliminary research on the birds in your area. Having an idea about what you can expect to see in the wild is a great way to begin preparing yourself for your birdwatching excursion. You can read books about birdwatching or look up information online. Wear dark or neutral colors. Part of being a good birdwatcher is blending into your surroundings so that you don't disrupt the birds. This way, you can spend more time observing them in their natural habitats. Put on some dark or camouflaged clothing so that the birds won't notice you as easily. You may also want to wear a hat to keep the sun off your face and prevent sunburn. Learn the lingo. In the birdwatching community, there is a difference between a birdwatcher and a birder. A birdwatcher is someone who enjoys watching birds a bit closer to home, while a birder is someone who will travel far and wide to spot a rare species of bird. Some people use these terms interchangeably, but typically a birder is considered someone who is more intensely invested in watching and documenting birds. Get some good binoculars. To be a good birdwatcher, you'll need a solid pair of binoculars to help you spot those birdies from a distance. Try to find a local nature center that will let you try out different kinds of binoculars before you spend your money purchasing one. Look for binoculars that are waterproof and that magnify at least 8x. A good pair will probably cost you between $100 and $300. You could also use a telescope, though these are significantly less portable than binoculars. Purchase a bird field guide. The field guide is important because it allows you to match what you've seen in nature to the accurate species. This is how you start fine tuning your knowledge and learning about various species of birds. A good field guide should cost you between $15 and $40. Some guides use photographs of the different bird species, while others use paintings and illustrations. Decide which kind you like better. Try to begin with a field guide that is specific to your geographical region. This will help keep you from getting overwhelmed in the beginning when you are still learning. Create a birdwatching pack. Depending on how long you stay out birdwatching and how far you travel from home, you may need to bring some important items with you. Pack a small bag or backpack with the following items: Several bottles of water Some food Jacket and/or change of clothes Lantern Pocketknife Insect repellent Notebook to record your findings Sleeping bag and tent (for overnight excursions) Choose a location. Go to a park or place where you suspect there will be a lot of birds. This means finding places where birds usually live – near water, trees, or feeding sites. Check the internet or your local field guide for recommendations about places to start your birdwatching adventure. There are many online websites that provide lists of well-known locations for birdwatching all over the country. Walk slowly and quietly. You don't want to startle the birds as you enter their habitat. So try to keep the noise and interference to a minimum. Walk as quietly as possible and make a serious effort to walk slowly through the area. This will help you from scaring the birds away. Pick a place to settle down. Choose a location to sit down – on a bench, on the ground, wherever you can make yourself the most comfortable. Stay very still and use a notebook and pencil to record the birds you see. If you don't know the name of a bird you have seen, try to draw a picture. It may take a little time for you to find a bird, but letting them come to you is a better way to observe them in their natural habitat than trying to search them out as this might scare them off. Observe the bird. Once you spot a bird, spend some time observing it. Use your binoculars to inspect the bird without getting too close so you don't scare it. Focus your binoculars so you can see the bird as clearly as possible. Enjoy this glimpse into the natural world and absorb what you can. Watch how the bird behaves, its mannerisms, and listen for any sounds it makes. Notice any distinguishing features. In order to identify the bird, you'll need to observe certain markings and features that can help you differentiate what specific type of bird it is. Notice the coloring, any unique markings, or any identifying features on its head or tail. First, identify the most obvious feature of the bird. This characteristic is called a bird's field mark and will help you identify the bird. Start at the top of the bird's head and work your way down. This will help you keep your clues organized and to develop a system of observation and identification over time. Make a list of birds you see. Keeping track of the birds you see is a fun activity for you as a birdwatcher. But it will also help you make discoveries about what kinds of birds can be found in various areas. This isn't a requirement for birdwatchers, but if you want you can use the information from your list to help organizations that collect bird-related data. Keep birdwatching regularly. As with any hobby, the more you practice birdwatching, the better you will become at identifying the various species. This will probably make the activity more enjoyable to you over time. With practice you will be able to identify more birds more quickly, and you will know where to find them.
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Do some cursory research. Wear dark or neutral colors. Learn the lingo. Get some good binoculars. Purchase a bird field guide. Create a birdwatching pack. Choose a location. Walk slowly and quietly. Pick a place to settle down. Observe the bird. Notice any distinguishing features. Make a list of birds you see. Keep birdwatching regularly.
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How to Make a Heart Shaped Cake
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To make a heart shaped cake, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, then mix together the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl. Next, beat in the wet ingredients until the batter is smooth, then fill either a heart-shaped mold or two cake pans, one rectangular and one circular. Then, bake the batter for 35 minutes, and let it cool for 15 minutes afterwards before you decorate. If you used the two-pan method, cut your rectangular cake at a diagonal and cut the circular cake in half to form your heart shape!
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Preheat your oven. Turn on the oven to 350 °F (177 °C). Prepare your heart-shaped mold/baking pans. Grease and flour two 8 or 9 inch (20.3 or 22.9 cm) heart-shaped baking pans by rubbing about a teaspoon of butter all over the bottom and sides of each pan. Add a tablespoon of flour and gently tilt the pan, so the flour covers the surface. Shake the excess flour out of the pans and throw it away. If you don't want to butter and flour the pans, you can also spray the molds with non-stick cooking spray. Whisk together dry ingredients. Combine the cocoa, flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt into the bowl of a mixer. Add wet ingredients to bowl and beat. Add the eggs, buttermilk, water, oil, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed until completely smooth, about 3 minutes. You shouldn't see any lumps of flour in your batter. Pour your batter into the cake molds. Try to evenly distribute the batter between both pans. Bake cakes for about 35 minutes. Check to see if the cakes are done by inserting a toothpick or cake tester into the center of each cake. The toothpick or tester should come out clean. If the tester comes out with batter attached, return the cake to the oven for a few more minutes. Repeat testing until the tester comes out clean. Remove the cakes from the oven and cool. Let them cool in the pans for about 15 minutes. If removing them from the pans, flip them out and let them cool completely on a wire rack. Frost and decorate. You can leave the cakes in the pan and cover them with frosting. Or you can remove them from the pans and create a double-layered heart cake. To do so, set one of your layers on a plate with the flat side facing up. Spread some frosting over this bottom layer, then place the other heart layer on top. Cover the top and sides with frosting. Preheat your oven. Turn the oven on to 350 °F (177 °C). Prepare your baking pans. Grease and flour one 8-inch square pan and one 8-inch round baking pan by rubbing about a teaspoon of butter all over the bottom and sides of each pan. Add a tablespoon of flour and gently tilt the pan, so the flour covers the surface. Shake the excess flour out of the pans and throw it away. If you don't want to butter and flour the pans, you can also spray the molds with non-stick cooking spray. Whisk together dry ingredients. Combine the cocoa, flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt into the bowl of a mixer. Add wet ingredients to bowl and beat. Add the eggs, buttermilk, water, oil, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed until completely smooth, about 3 minutes. You shouldn't see any lumps of flour in your batter. Pour your batter into the cake molds. Try to evenly distribute the batter between both pans. Bake cakes for about 35 minutes. Check to see if the cakes are done by inserting a toothpick or cake tester into the center of each cake. The toothpick or tester should come out clean. If the tester comes out with batter attached, return the cake to the oven for a few more minutes. Repeat testing until the tester comes out clean. Remove the cakes from the oven and cool. Let them cool in the pans for about 15 minutes. Then, flip them out onto a wire rack and let them cool completely before cutting and frosting. Cut the cake. Remove both cakes from the pans. Using a sharp knife, cut the round cake in half. The pieces will have one straight side and one rounded side. Assemble the heart. Turn the square cake at an angle so that one corner is pointing directly towards you. Take the two pieces from your halved round cake and place them at the top of your square so that the straight sides line up with the straight lines of the square. The cakes should resemble a heart. Frost and decorate. Cover the top and sides with frosting. Frosting will help keep your heart pieces together and give a uniform appearance to the cake. Add decorative icing. After you've already covered your cake with a layer of frosting, use a squeeze tube of icing to add a design or text. To change the color of your icing, add food coloring and stir well. Add more food coloring until you get your desired shade. Make heart-shaped designs on your cake. Use a stencil or free-hand to sprinkle chocolate chips, non-pareils, or sprinkles in a heart-shape on top of your cake. A heart-shaped cookie cutter is also a useful guide for outlining heart decorations. Add flowers. You can either pipe decorative flowers with frosting or use real flowers for a natural touch. Use ribbon. Take nice satin ribbon and run it along the bottom edges of the cake. This will create a finished look, especially if it's for a special occasion. Be sure to remove the ribbon before cutting the cake. Add fruit. Berries can add a pop of color and a little extra sweetness. Place whole berries on the cake, or slice larger berries and lay them decoratively. Stencil a design. Take a piece of parchment paper and cut out a heart. Place the heart on top of your cake and sprinkle powdered sugar or cocoa completely over the stencil. Remove the stencil to reveal the heart shape. Finished.
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Preheat your oven. Prepare your heart-shaped mold/baking pans. Whisk together dry ingredients. Add wet ingredients to bowl and beat. Pour your batter into the cake molds. Bake cakes for about 35 minutes. Remove the cakes from the oven and cool. Frost and decorate. Preheat your oven. Prepare your baking pans. Whisk together dry ingredients. Add wet ingredients to bowl and beat. Pour your batter into the cake molds. Bake cakes for about 35 minutes. Remove the cakes from the oven and cool. Cut the cake. Assemble the heart. Frost and decorate. Add decorative icing. Make heart-shaped designs on your cake. Add flowers. Use ribbon. Add fruit. Stencil a design. Finished.
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How to Find Your Cat's Preferred Play Style
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To find your cat's preferred play style, start by providing a variety of different of toys to see which ones become favorites. You can try out different kinds of play, like moving toys along the ground or dangling toys, to figure out if your cat prefers to "hunt" on the ground or by leaping in the air. While you're playing, monitor your kitty's body language, mood, and vocal communications to help you figure out any play styles that your cat doesn't like. It's also important to let your cat catch the “prey” sometimes so it won't get frustrated or bored with that play style!
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Move toys along the ground if your cat enjoys ground play. Some cats prefer hunting on the ground and as a result enjoy playing with ground toys. This may be because the cat feels it can remain hidden while playing on the ground and stalking toys. Alternatively, it could be due to physical restraints. An overweight cat will not be able to jump through the air chasing after toys. If your cat enjoys ground play, try dragging a toy along the ground. Move the toy slowly and then quickly across the floor so your cat can stalk, and then pounce on the toy. Use air movements if your cat likes hunting birds. Many cats enjoy hunting birds or flying insects, such as butterflies. In order to mimic hunting through the air, you can use a wand or feather toy. Dangle the toy in the air so that your cat can leap and jump to catch the toy. Play in a safe space with lots of room so that your cat does not get injured while jumping. Change the play style periodically. Your cat's play preference may change as they become older and less mobile. Alternatively, your cat may become bored if you only ever engage in one style of play. Even if your cat has a preferred style, you should always mix up your play strategy. This will keep your cat engaged and you will notice if your cat's play preference changes. Let your cat win. This will provide your cat with a reward and will keep them engaged in the game. If the cat is never able to catch the “prey” they may become frustrated and bored. It is always a good idea to end a play session after your cat catches the toy. Notice when your cat is in a playful mood. When your cat is happy and enjoying play it will signal this through its body language. A playful cat will have their ears pointed forward, the tail will be up, and their eyes will be slightly dilated. This means that your cat is in a playful mood and enjoying the play. They may also crouch down and stalk a toy and then pounce on it. This signals that they are engaged and enjoying the play session. If you notice these body language cues while playing with your cat, it means that they are enjoying the play style. Recognize when your cat is overstimulated or irritated. When a cat is unsatisfied with a certain play style, their ears will be turned back and their tail will be tall and possibly twitching. They may even nip at you to signal that they are unhappy. Alternatively, a cat may just ignore your attempts to play if they do not like the game, toy, or style of play. Listen to your cat while you play. Cats also communicate vocally by purring, meowing, or hissing. If your cat is purring or meowing while you play, it likely means that they are content and enjoying the style of play. If your cat begins to hiss, growl, or spit, it means they are annoyed, frightened, or angry. This is likely an indication that they are not enjoying the game or play style. Purchase interactive toys. Interactive toys, such as wand toys, can be used to help determine your cat's prey drive and play style. For example, you can move the toy along the ground or through the air mimicking different types of prey. Other types of interactive toys include balls and stuffed animals that can be thrown and then chased by your cat. Rotate toys often so your cat doesn't get bored. At the end of the day, put away the day's toys and produce different ones the following day to keep their interest. Buy small toys. Cats typically hunt small prey, such as mice, insects, bunnies, and small birds. As a result, the toys they play with should reflect the size of their natural prey. For example, a large toy may be too intimidating and could be seen as a predator rather than prey. Notice when your cat gives you a toy. If your cat ever gives you a toy this likely indicates that they like this toy and want to play. For example, a cat may drop a ball in your lap to signal that they want you to throw the ball. Keep track of the toys that your cat gives to you. These likely reflect your cat's preferred style of play.
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Move toys along the ground if your cat enjoys ground play. Use air movements if your cat likes hunting birds. Change the play style periodically. Let your cat win. Notice when your cat is in a playful mood. Recognize when your cat is overstimulated or irritated. Listen to your cat while you play. Purchase interactive toys. Buy small toys. Notice when your cat gives you a toy.
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How to Help Stop Whaling
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To help stop whaling, get your message heard by writing to people in power, like your local government representatives. Additionally, write to organizations that protect whales, like the Pacific Whale Foundation, to find out how you can help. If you can, donate money to reputable whale-saving organizations, like the World Wildlife Federation. You can also check whale-saving organizations to see if they have active petitions that need signatures.
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Research whaling laws by reading government websites. University and government websites often contain information about animal protection laws. Michigan State University provides an excellent website that discusses United States marine law. This includes information on special animal protection acts such as the Marine Mammal Protection Act and Endangered Species Act. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has a fantastic website containing a wealth of knowledge on maritime law. This organization works toward sustainable aquaculture. They are very active in research and reaching out to the community. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services (FWS) focuses on the protection of our environment. Their website provides insights into US laws and customs that are specifically designed to protect animals. They provide clearly-written overviews of laws as well as helpful educational materials like handouts. Brush up current laws. Some countries have already put a stop to whaling. In 1986, the International Whaling Committee tried to conserve whaling species by passing specific laws and sanctions. Even U.S. President Obama passed sanctions on marine conservation in 2010. Know laws that are in progress. While certain laws have already been passed, you should be aware of what laws are in progress of being passed. You need to be aware of this situation so that you can better articulate your argument. This can help you focus how you might be able to help stop whaling. Whaling is part of a world-wide conversation. In 2014, the U.N. ordered Japan to stop whaling near Antarctica. As the whaling debate continues, more and more countries are taking action and passing laws to protect our marine mammals. Read reputable websites. Unfortunately, not all websites on the internet are created equally. While you are searching for facts, look at reputable websites that have fact-based information. These types of websites include non-profit organizations and government sites. They frequently end with the URL.org or.gov. Write letters. Get your message heard by writing to people of power. This includes your local government representatives. If you are US citizen, you can write to your state representative or even people in the national government. You may also contact organizations that are known for whaling. You can also write to organizations aimed at protecting whales to find out how you can help. Sign petitions. Your voice and signature can be a powerful tool to help pass laws. Check whale-saving organizations to see if they have active petitions to save whales. Singing a petition can help bring about the change of laws or the creation of new laws. If you are a US citizen, check out our national government's page of open petitions. Join organizations. There are fantastic and reputable whale-saving organizations that are constantly looking for active members. Organizations like World Wildlife Federation and Pacific Whale Foundation are active supporters always looking for new participants. They have membership opportunities so that you may directly or indirectly join. Adopt a whale. To become directly involved, you can adopt a whale through the World Wildlife Federation (WWF). Your donation will go directly to help organizations protect the species. Donate money. If you want to help indirectly, you can donate money directly to organizations designed to stop whaling. Be careful and do your research before you give or send money. You want to make sure that you are not going to be scammed and your money is going to honest research. Volunteer your time. If you are geographically in a place to do so, consider volunteering your time. You can help spread the word through events. You can pass out information flyers. You can even lead your own event! Get involved with a cause you care about. Boycott products from companies involved in whaling. Boycotting is a great way to show companies that you are serious about your protest. By not purchasing products, you are halting supply and demand. This is a great way to protest as it hurts the companies main motivation -- its revenue. You can also boycott companies that do not take a stand against whaling. For example, in 2008, a popular Japanese camera company was boycotted because of its public stance on whaling. Tell your friends. If you feel strongly about this issue, a great way to help spread awareness is to get your loved ones involved. If your friends and family see how passionate you are about this topic, perhaps they will join you in your efforts. Join protests. There are often marches or active protests against whaling. If you are in an area where you can do so, consider joining a march or picket to demonstrate what you have learned about whaling. Start or join a conversation. Go online or write about your concerns to a magazine or newspaper. The more you talk about this topic, the more your opinion will be heard. Start a conversation about stopping whaling, and get more involved.
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Research whaling laws by reading government websites. Brush up current laws. Read reputable websites. Write letters. Sign petitions. Join organizations. Adopt a whale. Donate money. Volunteer your time. Boycott products from companies involved in whaling. Tell your friends. Join protests. Start or join a conversation.
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How to Discourage Dogs from Pooping in Your Garden
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To discourage dogs from pooping in your garden, try sprinkling olive or almond oil around the plants, since they've been known to repel dogs. Alternatively, soak cotton balls in vinegar or ammonium and place them around your garden to drive dogs away from the area. You can also try changing the fertilizer you use periodically, since dogs are put off by the new smells. Additionally, consider surrounding your garden with a barrier of mulch or gravel, because dogs don't like those textures and will avoid walking on them.
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Put up a fence. Perhaps the most obvious solution, if not the most cost effective, is simply fencing in your garden to keep dogs out. Make sure your fence is in line with local property laws. Ask neighbors or go to city hall and check in with officials. Fences can be an expensive option, but might be worth it if the dogs are not easily deterred. For small dogs, a 16-inch fence border will do. It costs roughly $29 for six feet. However, if you have larger and high energy dogs getting into the garden you might consider caging your garden in a chicken wire fence with a top enclosure. Installation can be tricky, particularly if you've never put up a fence solo before. You could consider hiring help, but that can get costly. How-to articles and videos are available online and you can always seek out the help of neighbors, friends, and family members. If the problem dog belongs to a neighbor, you could politely ask them to chip in some for the cost and help get the fence up. Keep the gate closed at all time and routinely check for holes and other wear and tear. Use plant barriers. Aesthetically, many people dislike fencing in their gardens. A plant barrier, meaning planting certain shrubs and flowers around the main garden, may be a more attractive option. There are a variety of dog-proof plants. That is, plants that are sturdy and tall enough to withstand a dog's attempt to infiltrate the garden. These include peony, verbena, cone flower, black eyed Susans, Russian sage, and Mexican primrose. If you want other options, ask at your local greenhouse. Shrubs are another option for a plant barrier and may provide a more solidified boundary. Laurel, evergreen, huckleberry, and escallonia are good shrub options. While thorny or prickly bushes, such as holly and barberry, might seem like a good idea for deterring dogs be wary. These can cause harm to dogs when they attempt to get into the garden. You do not want to accidentally injure a neighbor's pet. Create a barrier with gravel or mulch. You can also create a mote-like barrier encompassing the garden using gravel or mulch, textures dogs generally avoid treading on. This will deter the dog from entering your garden to defecate. There are a variety of mulches available at hardware stores and greenhouses. Select a mulch that will be uncomfortable for a dog to walk over without harming the dog. One made from pine cones or pine needles is a great option. Decorative gravel, preferably with sharp edges, can also be purchased at hardware stores and greenhouses. Dogs will avoid walking on gravel because of the discomfort it causes to their pads. However, the one downside to gravel is that many people find it ugly. If you're unsure of using gravel due to aesthetic preferences, you can try to build a rock garden instead. However, the intended effect might not be as great as dogs can more easily navigated loosely collected rocks and stones. Invest in sprinklers. A sprinkler system can be a great way to scare dogs off your property. They will learn to avoid an area where they occasionally get wet. A motion activated sprinkler is probably your best option. You can find one at a department store or on Amazon. This will be set off when motion is detected, so it will automatically fire cold water when a dog enters your garden. Dogs will learn to associate your yard with an unexpected dousing of water. Eventually, they will learn to stay away. Designate a doggy zone for your yard. Dogs do not defecate in gardens due to malicious intent. They are merely looking for a spot to relieve themselves and your garden looks welcoming. If you're dealing with your own dog, or a neighbor's dog whose presence you don't mind, you can try to create a welcoming atmosphere for the dogs away from the garden. Pick a shaded area. Dogs prefer to stay out of the sun if possible. Make sure there is adequate room for dogs to run and play, and provide toys, food, water, and treats to entice the dog to enter that area over the garden. Use a dog-friendly surface, like wood chips, bark chips, or leaves. A mix of sand and soil is a particularly good option as dogs love digging and such a mixture is soft and easy on their paws. Use positive reinforcement. Praise dogs for entering the doggy zone and reward them with treats. Create a pathway away from the garden. Sometimes, dogs end up going in gardens because they pass through on their way elsewhere. Create a pathway near the garden, but one that does not go through it. If it's smoother and more welcoming, the dog will likely opt for this path and forgo disrupting your plants. Soft, dog-friendly mulch can be used to make the path. A spare piece of carpet, if you have it, is also a good choice, as is a soil/sand mixture. For a choice that's pleasant for dogs and adds beauty to the garden, you could try stone steps or colorful tiles. Cement pathways are also a popular choice, and can be used by humans as well as dogs. The only downside, however, is making a cement path can get costly and installation may be difficult. Train the dogs. If you ever catch a dog in the act, take this as an opportunity to make it clear to the dog that this behavior is not okay. Dogs are natural people pleasers and generally respond well to training. Clap your hands loudly to get the dog's attention and interrupt his actions. Say, "No," and immediately direct him out of your garden. If you have a designated dog-friendly zone in your yard, redirect the dog there. If not, take him to the street and allow him to relieve himself himself on a curb or sidewalk. Get your neighbors on board. If you have a neighborhood where dogs run free, and they seem to have chosen your garden as a bathroom, discuss this with your neighbors. Ask them politely to join you in your efforts to discourage the dogs from using your garden as a restroom. Manipulate your choice of fertilizers. Sometimes, the fertilizers we're using are inadvertently attracting dogs to our garden. Changing how and when you use fertilizer can be a great way to discourage dogs from getting into your yard. Dogs react strongly to new smells and odors, and may be put off if a smell suddenly changes. This can signal to them that another animal has potentially infiltrated their space. Switch up with fertilizers you use periodically to make dogs wary of entering your garden. Organic fertilizers are great, but can sometimes contain smells that attract dogs. Look up information on the fertilizer you're using online to see if anyone has had issues with a particular fertilizer in terms of it attracting dogs. Oftentimes, people are tempted to use rabbit or deer repellents in conjunction with fertilizers to keep dogs at bay. The problem is, such repellents often contain coyote urine and this attracts dogs. Avoid such repellents when trying to keep dogs out of your garden. Clean the area thoroughly. Dogs are likely to return to the same spot if they believe it's dog friendly. When a dog uses your garden as a bathroom, they leave their scent behind and other dogs assume relieving themselves in this space is okay. Clean the area thoroughly after finding dog feces. Dog's often pee in the same places they defecate. Dog urine can leave burn marks on grass and plants, so douse the area with a hose shortly after removing the feces. This neutralizes the acidity of the urine and lessens its effect on the garden. You can also rake compost into the area, which contains soil organisms that balance soil biology and chemistry. Just be sure to move any compost bags well out of a dog's reach. Throw any fecal matter into a closed dumpster, after sealing it in a plastic bag. You don't want the smell to attract more dogs to the area. Use repellents to keep dogs out. Whether home made or store bought, a variety of repellents cause unpleasant smells and sensations that will discourage unwanted dogs from entering your garden. Garlic, olive oil, and almond oil have been known to keep dogs away when sprinkled on or around plants or in the soil surrounding a garden. Ammonium and vinegar provide small smells that drive dogs away. Placing ammonium or vinegar soaked cotton balls around the garden, especially in places where dogs have defecated previously, may be effective in keeping pets out. Oftentimes, home remedies are hit or miss. There are specially made dog repellents, sold online or at pet stores, that are environmentally safe and not harmful to dogs or other animals. Some can be quite expensive, in the $60 to $70 range, while others sell for about $12. Some sites recommend citrus and cayenne pepper as a deterrent. This should be avoided. Citrus can be potentially harmful to dogs. While not every dog will have a negative reaction to citrus, it has caused health effects for some dogs in the past so it's best to err on the side of caution. Cayenne pepper causes irritation in a dog's face, skin, and paws. You do not want to inadvertently harm your own dog or a neighbor's dog in attempt to keep them out of the garden.
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Put up a fence. Use plant barriers. Create a barrier with gravel or mulch. Invest in sprinklers. Designate a doggy zone for your yard. Create a pathway away from the garden. Train the dogs. Manipulate your choice of fertilizers. Clean the area thoroughly. Use repellents to keep dogs out.
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How to Make Sour Cream
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To make sour cream, gather a sterilized jar, 1 quart of heavy cream, and a packet of starter culture, which you can purchase online. Heat the cream in a heavy saucepan so it reaches 145 °F. Then, keep the cream at this temperature for 45 minutes, monitoring the burner so that it stays at the same level. Next, let the cream cool to 77 °F and stir in the starter culture. Pour the cream into the jar, cover it with cheesecloth, and let it sit out for 18 hours before storing it in the fridge.
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Purchase a quart of fresh cream. Since you're going to the trouble of making sour cream, use the freshest cream you can find. Full-fat, organic heavy whipping cream is best. Pasteurized heavy cream ends up with a consistency closest to store-bought sour cream. If you prefer a thinner consistency or are looking for a low-fat option, you can use half and half instead. Unpasteurized raw cream is also a great base for sour cream. The result will be lighter than the sour cream made with pasteurized heavy cream. Avoid ultra-pasteurized cream or half and half. This product produces inconsistent results when cultured. Purchase sour cream starter culture. Sour cream is produced by mixing cream with a bacterial culture that thickens the cream and gives it a slightly sour flavor. Sour cream starter culture contains milk as well as live, active cultures. It can be found in natural food stores or online and comes in packets (usually four or more to a box) with enough culture to make up to a quart of sour cream. Extra packets of culture can be stored in the freezer for up to 12 months. Live, active cultures in sour cream starter culture include lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis, Lactococcus lactis subsp. cremoris, Lactococcus lactis biovar. diacetylactis and Leuconostoc mesenteroides subsp. cremoris. Once you have made sour cream with a starter culture, you can use that sour cream to make more. The process is similar to making sourdough bread with a sourdough starter. If you do not want to track down sour cream starter culture, you can make a version of sour cream a tablespoon of cultured buttermilk per cup of cream. The consistency and taste will be more similar to that of buttermilk. You can also make kefir cream , another type of cultured cream, using kefir grains. Prepare a jar and ventilated cover. Sour cream should be stored in a clean glass jar. During the culturing period, it needs a ventilated cover to allow air to flow through the jar while also keeping out bugs and other contaminants. A tight-weave cloth, such as cheesecloth, makes a fitting lid when secured with a rubber band. For storage, you will need a regular airtight lid. Be sure the jar is clean and sterile. If you've used the jar before, boil it for five minutes and let it completely dry before using it for sour cream. If you don't have cheesecloth, a paper coffee filter also works as a lid. Pour the quart cream into a heavy saucepan. It's important to use a heavy saucepan made of copper or stainless steel. Using a heavy saucepan will allow you to control the temperature of the cream more easily than if you used a lighter aluminum pan. If you don't have a heavy saucepan, you can also use a double boiler. Or make a double boiler by filling a large pot with a few inches of water. Set a smaller pot inside the large pot so that it rests on the water. Pour the cream into the smaller pot. Heat the cream to 145 °F (62.8 °C). Turn the burner to medium heat to slowly heat the cream to the correct temperature. Take care not to let it get too hot. Use a candy thermometer to monitor the heat and make sure it reaches 145 °F (62.8 °C). Heating the cream kills competing bacteria so that the bacteria in your starter culture can thrive in the cream. Heating ensures that the resulting flavor and texture will be delicious. If you don't heat the cream, the end product will be much thinner than regular sour cream. Hold the cream at a steady temperature for 45 minutes. Keep the burner turned to the correct level so that you can hold the cream at 145 F; try not to let it drop too low or exceed this temperature. Holding the cream steady is necessary to ensure that the cream ends up thick and rich. Cool the cream to 77 °F (25 °C). Turn off the heat and remove the pot from the burner. Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature of the cream. It should rapidly drop once you remove it from heat. Dissolve the starter culture in the cream. Put the entire contents of one packet of starter culture into the pot with the cooled cream. Use a spoon to stir the starter culture together with the cream until it fully dissolves. Make sure the cream has sufficiently cooled, so that the live bacteria in the starter culture don't get killed when mixed with the cream. If you're using cultured buttermilk instead of starter culture, stir in a tablespoon of cultured buttermilk per cup of cream. If you're using kefir grains, stir in the kefir grains. Pour the cream into the jar and cover it. Secure the cheesecloth over the jar with a rubber band. Store the jar in a warm spot for 16 to 18 hours. In order for the starter culture to do its job, the cream must be stored at a temperature between 74 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit. This is just warm enough to keep the culture alive and thriving. A warm spot in your kitchen is usually the perfect place. Don't store the culture in direct sunlight, since it may overheat the jar and kill the bacteria. Check the jar every few hours to see if the consistency of the cream has begun to set. If not, the temperature may be too warm or too cold. After 16 to 18 hours, it should be the consistency of store-bought sour cream or slightly looser. Store the sour cream in the refrigerator. Replace the cloth with a tight-fitting lid and store the sour cream until use. It will keep in the refrigerator for one to two weeks. Make it again using your sour cream as a base. Reserve a cup of your homemade sour cream, which contains the same live, active cultures as a starter mix. Using three cups of heavy cream, following the instructions for heating and holding the cream at a high temperature. Cool the cream, then stir in the cup of reserved sour cream. Follow the instructions for culturing the cream. Refrigerate it once it sets.
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Purchase a quart of fresh cream. Purchase sour cream starter culture. Prepare a jar and ventilated cover. Pour the quart cream into a heavy saucepan. Heat the cream to 145 °F (62.8 °C). Hold the cream at a steady temperature for 45 minutes. Cool the cream to 77 °F (25 °C). Dissolve the starter culture in the cream. Pour the cream into the jar and cover it. Store the jar in a warm spot for 16 to 18 hours. Store the sour cream in the refrigerator. Make it again using your sour cream as a base.
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How to Attract Scorpio Guys
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To attract a Scorpio guy, try to be honest and genuine, since Scorpios can easily tell if you're being fake. They also love deep, meaningful conversations, so try bringing up things like a documentary you just watched or a book you've read recently. While you're talking, put your phone away and make eye contact with him, as Scorpios love it when you pay attention and live in the moment. When you start dating, go for physical and intimate activities, like dancing, yoga, or a long walk on the beach, since Scorpios cherish the opportunity to connect with you while doing something exciting.
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Learn to recognize the personality traits of the Scorpio. Scorpios tend to be very powerful individuals who exhibit the drive and energy of Mars, as well as the dark energy of Pluto. Scorpio men tend to have a quiet and brooding intensity. You won't usually find them playing the role of class clown. In general, Scorpios will exhibit the following qualities: Loyalty Resourcefulness Intensity Passion Jealousy Seriousness Decide what you want from your relationship. Do you want a casual relationship with few attachments? Or a closer, long-term relationship that's a little more serious? Scorpios can be very intense and sexual in the short term, and can develop that passion into a deep and lasting bond, but learning to negotiate these differences is essential to the success of the relationship. Scorpios can be great for a fling, making them ideal short-term partners. They sometimes struggle with long-term commitment, however. No matter what you want, go into it looking to make a connection, not with preconceived notions of what a relationship should be like. Sometimes, people who talk about finding a Scorpio mate are looking for a sense of danger or drama. Looking for a "bad boy." Instead, focus on getting to know this guy and seeing where it leads. Evaluate your own astrological chart. Dating a Scorpio is a good choice if you are have a predominance of the water signs like Cancer or Pisces in your chart. This allows you to empathize with his moods, emotional undercurrents. and unspoken thoughts. If you possess fire signs (Leo, Aries or Sagittarius), you may clash constantly with him and resent all the darkness and gloom Scorpios are famous for exhibiting. In general, someone with lots of air signs like Libra, Aquarius, Gemini would not work with someone who has a Scorpio Sun, because your spontaneity may make him miserable. If you are an Earthy person, you may enjoy having a Scorpio mate. But your love of material things and pragmatism could clash with his idealistic, dreamy and philosophical side. Sometimes the combination works, and sometimes it doesn't. Act naturally and prove your trustworthiness. Scorpios can tell right off if you're being fake. They are the best lie detectors, and value sincerity and trustworthiness in prospective partners. You can know that they will never share a secret you trust them with, and for your own good, you'd best not be spreading any of theirs. Never lie to a scorpio. Breaking trust can be one of the quickest ways of turning a Scorpio guy off and losing him. Even if you think the truth will hurt, it'll be better to be completely honest. Show that you have some substance. Talk with him about subjects which excite your passion. Many Scorpios secretly feel that the rest of the world lives on the surface of life while they go spelunking into the depths. Show him that you have investigated a few deep caves of meaning as well. Cut right for the heart of an issue and talk about big topics. Scorpios can spot insincerity a mile away, and will turn the other way when they see it coming. It will help if you are as intrigued by some of Scorpio's favorite subjects like science, political power and the occult. Stay up on current events and world issues. Voice your opinion about what's going on and ask him what he thinks as well. Don't shy away from a good debate. Challenge him on things you disagree about and stand up for yourself. Share some intense emotional secrets with a Scorpio. Scorpios are driven by the desire to lose themselves fully in The Other, to achieve an almost mystical state of Kundalini with another person that makes them feel regenerated, renewed, and reborn. Scorpios want to get to know you on an intimate level, but may shy away from making the first move. Be forthright and answer questions he asks as sincerely as possible. If a Scorpio asks a question, he's not just asking to be polite. Scorpios truly want to know and understand you and figure out why you are the way you are. Clue him into what makes you tick. A Scorpio will appreciate learning more about you, for Scorpios are cursed with craving intense emotional honesty. They often feel that nobody will ever truly understand them, but struggle to express themselves without some encouragement. Spend time contemplating the same things together. Scorpios are serious and will appreciate your desire to have serious conversations, or to spend time reflecting together. Scorpios don't need constant entertainment or constant chatter in their lives, but do require a lot of time spend in reflection. When you're with him, it's ok to share silence comfortably. Don't look for easy solutions or easy entertainments. Talk about recent books that you've both read, or difficult films that you've seen. Don't brush things off by saying, "I didn't like it." Instead, think about it. Discuss it. Wrestle with things together. Don't fill time by rambling. When you talk, it should be in terms of substance, sharing your hopes, fears, and dreams. No Twitter updates. Give him your undivided attention. When you're with a Scorpio, focus your attention on being together, and doing what you're doing. Shut off and put away your cell phone when you're hanging out and talking, so this guy won't feel and if he's being ignored. Make eye contact while you're talking. Practice active listening skills, summarizing the things that he says and responding to them in turn. Don't pry into his life, but listen to what he reveals. A Scorpio prides himself on being mysterious and layered, and it might take a while to get to know him. But he'll appreciate the chance to share with you, if you play your cards right. Listen when he talks and look for opportunities to get him to open up even more. If a Scorpio says something, take it to the bank. It will mean a lot to him later if you remember little details, like the name of his best friend from school, or the name of his favorite pet from childhood. These little details show you care. Don't tease Scorpios. If you want to leaven your conversation with humor, keep it a bit dark and sarcastic. A Scorpio man is not attracted by goofiness or silliness since it tends to deflate the intensity of a conversation. Treat each date as an opportunity for adventure. If you date a Scorpio, aim to keep things exciting. Try to stay have new adventures together, giving him the the motivation he needs to be endlessly fascinated by you. Change the language you use to talk about your dates. Don't make vague plans like seeing "a movie" or "going out," and instead say that you want to "Catch a screening of a great new documentary" or you want to "Explore a few new places down by the waterfront." Make date ideas specific and engaging. Be willing to change plans at the last minute, if something doesn't work out, or if he's not into a particular idea. Learn to fly by the seat of your pants when you're dating a Scorpio. Try to plan things that are exciting for you. A Scorpio is interested in passion, and even if he's not as passionate as you are about a particular activity, he'll be turned on by your zest for it. Go on dates that make you physically intimate. Want to get closer to a Scorpio? Get your blood pumping and your bodies moving. Getting outside and doing something physical together can be a fast track to other kinds of intimacy, physical and emotional. Couples massage Yoga Outdoor sports, like basketball, tennis, or golf Swimming Dancing Go on dates that make you emotionally intimate. Scorpios crave that connection, getting to know someone on a deeper level. Plan dates that will allow you to connect in a real way and build something together. Spend private time away together Go on long walks that allow you lots of time to talk, but also plenty of time to just be. Spend time together sharing silence and enjoying each others' presence. Plan dates that will allow you to talk at length. A candlelight dinner will always be better than a movie, which you'll have to stay quiet for. Attend intellectual events, like readings, lectures or debates. Discuss them afterward. Be wary of the Scorpio's sting. Scorpios are known for their sardonic and sometimes cutting sense of humor. It takes some thick skin to hang with a Scorpio sometimes, and you'll need to develop it. Try to remind yourself that when a Scorpio lashes out, it's a defensive mechanism that has more to do with him than it does with you. Don't put up with jealousy or possessiveness, which are common stereotypes of the Scorpio. If your guy is domineering and controlling over your life, it may be more appropriate to end it. Let yourself be passionate when the time is right. You won't usually need to initiate intimacy with a Scorpio, who is passionate and fiery. If you feel passionate feelings stirred, don't hold back. Allow yourself to share, and you can spark that innate loyalty that Scorpios exhibit towards their nearest and dearest. For some, it can be the deepest kind of love.
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Learn to recognize the personality traits of the Scorpio. Decide what you want from your relationship. Evaluate your own astrological chart. Act naturally and prove your trustworthiness. Show that you have some substance. Share some intense emotional secrets with a Scorpio. Spend time contemplating the same things together. Give him your undivided attention. Don't pry into his life, but listen to what he reveals. Treat each date as an opportunity for adventure. Go on dates that make you physically intimate. Go on dates that make you emotionally intimate. Be wary of the Scorpio's sting. Let yourself be passionate when the time is right.
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How to Save Money by Shopping Once a Month
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To save money by shopping once a month, begin by making a shopping list to help you buy only what you need. Before making the list, do an inventory of what you have already and plan your meals ahead for the whole month so you don't overbuy anything. Where possible, plan to use the same ingredients across your meals, like adding pasta to bakes, salads and soups, to help stretch your food supplies. Aim to include lots of non-perishable items in your meal plan, like canned beans, as these are the easiest things to stock up on in bulk monthly and store well. To have a cheap supply of fresh food, try growing your own greens and veggies. And save up coupons and check sale prices before your monthly shopping trip.
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Take inventory of what you have. In order to figure out what you need to get from the store, you need to make a list of what you already have. Knowing what you already have will also help guide your meal planning for the month. For example, if you have a lot of pasta in your pantry, you should utilize this ingredient in a number of recipes for the month. Be sure to take stock of everything you have in the pantry, refrigerator, and freezer, including any separate freezer chests if you have them. Update this list continually. Unless you are able to take inventory, prepare to go shopping, and actually go shopping all in one day (unlikely!), you will need to update your inventory list as you use items. This will ensure that your shopping list is the most current version and will also help track frequently used items and items that tend to go unused. Keep this list somewhere visible, like taped onto the fridge. Try painting a cabinet front with chalkboard paint as a modern alternative to a paper list. Save all of your receipts. Leading up to your first once-a-month shopping trip, or even as you continue to hone your savings skills, keeping receipts is a great tool for gauging your progress. Ideally you should have all of your shopping receipts from a typical month. Go through them all and highlight the essentials (the stuff you ended up using or eating completely). Underline items that you didn't get through that month so you can track items you tend to buy impulsively and then not use. Check the back of the receipts for special coupons or promotions you can use. Plan out your meals for the month. Be aware that this step can take a little time for beginners, but once you plan your first month of meals you can use it as a general outline for the following months. Some meal planning tips: Look at your calendar and plan around any commitments and activities. For example, if you know you're going out to dinner for a friend's birthday this month, that's one less dinner you have to plan for. Plan theme nights. For example you can have an Italian themed meal (think pizza) every Friday or Taco Tuesday. If you block in themed meals it's easier to do the menu planning. Once you feel comfortable meal planning you can add more variety to your menus. As you look at cookbooks or find recipes online, be realistic about the amount of time you have available to make each meal. Think about cooking a complicated dish paired with an easier one. For example make a meat loaf, then toss in some baked potatoes to bake along with the meat loaf. Serve a green salad on the side. Not only will this make cooking easier, but it will save energy as you are using the oven to bake the meat loaf; and potatoes at the same time. Try to utilize canned or bulk ingredients a lot as these items are often cost-effective and non-perishable. Take perishables like fresh fruits and vegetables into account. Try to choose recipes that can be used for several different dishes, such as preparing a large batch of chili that can also be used as taco meat, pasta sauce, etc. Accumulate coupons and local store ads. Look at the grocery store ads for stores you frequent, either looking online or going to the store for a savings book. See what items are going to be on sale during the time you are going to shop, and update your meal plans if necessary. You can organize coupons you don't use for a given month in a booklet to use another month; just be sure to check expiration dates before planning on using them. Make a shopping list. Look at what needs to be replaced from your inventory list and what needs to be purchased to make your meal plans. Write everything down in a list, organizing the list into a way that makes the most sense to you. For example, some people like to organize their list into the different stores they are going to while others group them by type of item (e.g., dairy, canned, etc.).. Match sales and discounts to your shopping list. During the days before your monthly shopping trip, start matching the store sales, discounts, and coupons to each applicable item on your list. This will help you get an idea of how much you are going to spend and also help the transaction process to be more seamless. If you find a great deal at a rival store, call your grocer to see if they price match local ads; some stores allow this, and others only offer it on some days or on certain items. Plan your shopping trip for the right day. Shopping on certain days of the week can actually boost your savings. Midweek is typically the best both for additional deals and for a less crowded shopping trip. Additional tips: For most grocery stores, manager markdowns are made on Wednesdays and prices are also reduced for items nearing the “sell by” date. Wednesday is also the day most grocery stores release new ads, so you can get bonus deals if the store honors the last week's deal as well. Go shopping alone. Most savvy shoppers recommend going shopping alone so that you can really focus on shopping efficiently without any distractions. If you prefer to bring a friend or your partner, just be sure he is aware of your shopping and savings goals. Have him tackle items on the perimeter of the store while you scour the center; just don't let him sway you from your list! Sticking to the list and shopping efficiently is also much easier if you leave your children at home. Buy frequently used items in bulk. Some items are cheaper if you buy them in bulk, which can help save money and stock your pantry for more than just one month. Avoid buying anything perishable in bulk or anything that you really don't use often, as this will just waste money. See if the store offers specials if you buy in bulk, just be sure to do a quick calculation in your head or on your phone to make sure you are actually getting a substantial deal. Hit up multiple stores. Different stores have different strengths, and you should use this to your advantage. If you shop a few times a week, the cost of gas can add up driving all over town, but this doesn't apply when you're shopping only once a month. Try utilizing a big discount store for bulk items and a grocery store for everything else. You can also go to a farmers market during peak seasons for inexpensive produce. Plan on going to two or three stores. Avoid going to more than four stores. Plan to spend about two to four total hours shopping. Pay for each haul in cash. This is not a requirement, but it is highly recommended that you pay for each trip in cash. Paying in cash will help you stay accountable for the money you are spending. It will also help you gauge whether or not you are sticking to your estimated budget. Put food away quickly. Shopping for a month can lead to a serious amount of groceries to unload. To keep your goods fresh and well preserved, put away all of the freezer foods immediately, then tackle the refrigerated foods, and then all of the pantry goods. If you have children, this is a great time to get them involved! Organize your haul. While you put foods away, try to organize them into products that need to be consumed earlier in the month. For example, certain produce items like bananas and spinach are more perishable and need to be eaten earlier in the month while items like apples, oranges, and celery can wait. Try to keep these perishable items in the front of the fridge/freezer as a reminder to use them quickly. Experienced savvy shoppers plan their meals so that perishable items are used in meals earlier in the month, saving sturdier goods for meals later in the month. Portion food out as you put it away. In addition to prioritizing perishable foods as you put them away, it is really helpful to portion items as well. This can help save a lot of time as you begin making meals because everything is already pre-portioned. This is especially helpful for frozen goods because some food items cannot be defrosted, portioned out for a given meal, and then refrozen without becoming unsafe to eat or losing quality. For example: Divide things like tortillas into separate freezer bags that include the number of tortillas you would use for one meal. That way you can thaw out one bag to use for a meal and keep the others frozen until you need them. If you bought or made pizza dough, separate the dough into smaller balls and freeze them individually so you can defrost only enough to make one pizza and keep the rest frozen. Learn to freeze items properly. When shopping only once a month, it is important to learn what items you can buy in bulk and then freeze and use later. You can freeze most products as long as you do so properly. Some guidelines include: Be sure to properly package foods so that no air can permeate the wrap and touch to the food. This will help maintain quality and prevent freezer burn. Wash and dry all fruits and vegetables before freezing them. Keep in mind that liquid expands when frozen, so be sure to leave room in containers so they don't burst. Be mindful of how long an item has been in the freezer for. Some items like whole chickens can last almost a year in the freezer, while items like luncheon meat will only last 1 to 2 months. Continue to update your inventory and reorganize products. Throughout the month, update your inventory list as you use items so you can track what have used and what you have left. Find items that are about to expire and move them towards the front of the fridge or pantry. If anything goes bad much earlier than you anticipated, make a note so you can either avoid this item on your next haul or plan to use it in an earlier meal. Evaluate and adapt. When you start off shopping only once a month, there will be a little trial and error. There will be some additional trips to the store to get items you forgot, just try not to let these “emergency trips” become a habit. Be especially careful to stick to your shopping list during these extra trips, and add a note to buy more of these items on next month's shopping list.
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Take inventory of what you have. Update this list continually. Save all of your receipts. Plan out your meals for the month. Accumulate coupons and local store ads. Make a shopping list. Match sales and discounts to your shopping list. Plan your shopping trip for the right day. Go shopping alone. Buy frequently used items in bulk. Hit up multiple stores. Pay for each haul in cash. Put food away quickly. Organize your haul. Portion food out as you put it away. Learn to freeze items properly. Continue to update your inventory and reorganize products. Evaluate and adapt.
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How to Look Like a Zombie
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To look like a zombie, first paint your entire face a sickly-looking shade of white, grey, purple, or green. Next, emphasize the hallows of your face with darker colors. Mess up your hair by backcombing it at the roots. Apply fake blood to your face, head, and body to create the look of wounds. Wear torn and dirty clothes so you look disheveled. Now you look like a zombie!
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Apply makeup. You can use makeup to create the illusion of a deathly pallor. A white/grey, purple or green tint works well for most people. Go to the drugstore and look for under-eye concealer or foundation base in these colors. Also purchase some dark eye shadow, eyeliner and baby powder. Apply the base over your entire face and down your neck to get that unhealthy pallor. Get directly under a light source and start using eye shadow to accent sunken areas of your face, such as your eye sockets and around the mid-way of your cheeks. Find shadows and darken those a lot. Black out your eyes completely, but keep it under control. Make it look like your eye sockets have shrunken in about an inch. Get darker towards the middle and inside corners of the eyes, making sure to accent natural shadows but a bit more darker. (you can even try a darker gray shade; this sometimes works better for a realistic effect than black). Use baby powder on your face to make your skin look dull and dead. Put a lot on so it looks like you're pale and dead and use some colors like pale light green or grayish-green eye shadow and apply it in some parts of your face and around the areas you had darkened. Lighten the color of your eyebrows.If you want to be a zombie you have to look as realistic as possible. Apply solid red lipstick on parts where later you will apply your 'fake blood' on your lips and apply some dabs of purple or grayish or maroon lipstick to make it look like as if the blood is a bit dried and look more realistic. If you want or can afford you can purchase contact lenses with the scary eyeballs. Well, most people think it is unnecessary to have them and any ways you can look scary enough even without these lenses but it's up to you to decide. There are many people who didn't use these on Halloween so there's no need to worry if you are not buying. Mess up your hair. Try to make your hair look like you just rolled out of a grave.You can also use a lot of hair oil to make your hair look greasy. Backcomb it at the roots. You can also apply hairspray, then use a small teasing comb or brush to tease your hair (brush hair in the "opposite" direction toward the roots). Do this in small sections. Your hair will stay messed up (or in place) if you use hair oil and when you use other cosmetics on your hair (such as powder or your fake blood on your hair) it will come out easily in the end of the day when you take a shower. Apply baby powder. Rub some baby powder into your hair to make it look grey and ashen. If you have long hair, you can either leave it down or pull it into a messy up-do or even rub your head against your pillow. An extremely crooked ponytail, ratty braids or a falling-apart bun look appropriately disheveled. Try starting with bedhead. If you're going to dress like a zombie first thing in the morning, try washing your hair right before you go to sleep the night before. Sleeping on wet hair will automatically make it look wild and mussed, and it might even get pushed far to one side like you've been lying in a grave. Or just not brush your hair when you wake up. Make fake blood. For one fluid cup (probably more than you'll ever use), do this: 1 1/2 cups of corn syrup. Do not use pancake syrup, which can make the blood go a bit gold. 1-2 tbsp of red food coloring. Some chocolate syrup, like the kind you put on ice cream (not a "shell" type). A couple small drops of blue or green food coloring, for color preference. This will give your "blood" a deeper, more realistic red. Mix well and add small amounts of water until desired consistency/smearing factor is achieved. An alternative mix uses honey for thickness and stickiness instead of corn syrup, washing-up liquid (dish soap) (e.g. Fairy Liquid) and red and blue food coloring. The washing-up liquid helps the blood wash out of your clothes later. Play around with the ratio of honey to washing-up liquid to get the right consistency - different brands vary. Be warned, though - pine-scented dish soap isn't very tasty, so if you're putting this mix in your mouth, use a minimal amount! To get a more paste-like or thicker consistency, petroleum jelly works very well. Just mix the food dyes in, or used a crushed maroon or red eyeshadow. Apply fake blood. Here's the fun part, unless you get sick easily. Go nuts. Give yourself some wounds of some kind. Dribble blood into your hairline and let it run down your face, arms, legs and hands. If you want bullet holes, get a really black marker and draw holes on your shirt. Then dribble down some fake blood around it. For the "I just got done munching on the neighbor" look, pour a fair amount of blood into your hand, and then "eat" it, to get a nice mouth smear. Then, put some more in your mouth (this mix is non-toxic, unlike some others) and let it dribble down your chin and throat. If you have time, allow some blood to dry a little (about 10 minutes) and then re-apply another layer differently, to get a nice effect. Try to go for dark colored fake blood, as bright red blood will give you a cartoony appearance. Get your costume looking right. Here are the basic steps for getting your clothes properly trashed. Go outside and roll around in dirt. Try to find some mud and roll in it. While applying fake blood, make sure you're messy, and get it on your clothes. This stuff runs and seeps in quite well and looks extremely convincing. Use a knife or other pointed implement (carefully!) and rip holes into your costume. Act zombie-like. Zombies are slow, stiff, dim-witted, can't talk well, if at all, and crave human flesh. Make moaning and gasping sounds when you breathe through your mouth. It adds great effect. Your jaw should hang slack at most times. If you must make other noises, talk in gibberish or moan louder/higher. Moaning always works. Shamble, don't walk. Lean forward and almost fall with every step. Adding a limp or dragging one leg works great as well. Swing your arms limply, like you don't ever use them. When passing people, growl or groan at them and wave your arms. Some higher-level zombies tend to moan for " brains!!! " as well. If you want to get some laughs, say "Hi!" to some people, and wave. You'll be hilarious. If you want to really freak someone out, go to a movie theater with a zombie movie out (if there is one). In the middle of the movie, where tension is highest, walk across the front of the screen. That will scare at least half the people in there. Act stupid. The average zombie has an IQ barely above freezing temperature. They will run into walls, trip, fall, and can't work with their hands.
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Apply makeup. Mess up your hair. Make fake blood. Apply fake blood. Get your costume looking right. Act zombie-like.
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How to Clean a Violin
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To clean a violin, start by wiping the rosin off of each string using a clean cloth. If there's rosin build-up that you can't get off, apply a few drops of alcohol to the cloth before you wipe down the strings. Next, take the same cloth and gently wipe off the bow, wiping in the direction that the hairs go in. Then, take a new clean cloth and wipe down the face of your violin to remove any smudges or fingerprints. Finally, use a cloth and cotton swab to gently clean off any dust in the bridge.
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Wash your hands. After your practice session, you will likely have some rosin, sweat, and grime on your hands which you don't want to accidentally transfer onto different parts of your violin. Get several cleaning cloths. Cleaning cloths help prevent buildup of rosin and other substances and also keep your violin looking nice by removing fingerprints and other markings. You always want to have at least two soft, clean, lint-free cloths to wipe down the various parts of your violin. Be sure to keep these cleaning cloths in your violin case so that they're on hand at all times. You can buy cleaning cloths that are specially made for violin cleaning, such as SHAR or Glaesel, but you can also use what you have, such as flannel. Just be sure you are using a cloth that is soft and non-abrasive. Wipe down the strings. It is important to wipe down the strings of your violin after each playing session because rosin can quickly accumulate and change the sound of your instrument. This is an easy step that should become a regular habit after practicing. Using one cloth, wipe the rosin off each individual string, moving up and down each string in a sliding motion. Be sure to wipe off any rosin flakes that might break off during this step. If there is a build-up of rosin on your strings that you cannot wipe off, you can use pure alcohol to remove this. Put a few drops of alcohol on the cloth and rub on the strings, but be careful to ensure that the alcohol does not touch any other part of the violin as alcohol will damage the varnish. Wipe the bow. Just like on the strings, rosin can build up relatively quickly on the bow. You can use the same cloth you used for the strings as you are wiping away the same substance. Just as with the strings, simply take the cleaning cloth to wipe down the bow in the direction that the hairs are running in. Do not go against the grain, just wipe up and down using a light touch. You might consider taking out the screw first before wiping the bow. That way, your cloth will not be touching the hair and wiping the rosin off that. Wipe down the face of the violin. The face of the violin refers to its body, excluding the strings or neck of the violin. You will want to use a different cloth for this step, as you want to avoid rubbing rosin or any other substance onto the violin. When wiping the F-holes, take care to ensure the cloth does not get caught in them. The woodwork of F-holes is delicate and can change or ruin the sound of the violin if damaged. Clean the bridge. The bridge of the violin is liable to have collected some rosin during your practice session. Use a cloth to dust the rosin out from under the bridge but maintain a light touch, as the bridge is very fragile. Try using a Q-tip for those spots that are especially hard to reach. Know when to polish your violin. Having a polished violin keeps the varnish in good shape and also takes care of the gunky build up that inevitably occurs after years of playing any instrument. If your violin is new or in good shape, you may not need to polish it at all. However, if your instrument is dull and hasn't been polished in a long time (a year or more), you may want to polish it. Check with your luthier (a specialist in string instruments) if you aren't sure. Get the right type of polish. Only use a commercial violin polish rather than furniture polish or water as these can damage both the varnish and sound of the violin. Never use violin cleaners or polishes on master instruments or antiques, because the oils they contain could open a crack and make your instrument difficult to restore. Polishes generally contain some type of oil, which can create fissures in the violin's wood and damage the instrument in the long run. Therefore, there is some disagreement over whether polishes should be used on violins at all. Use a cloth to polish. If you do decide to use polish on your violin, be sure to follow the specific instructions that come with your polish and be careful to only polish the body of the violin. Apply polish to the cloth, not directly on the instrument. Rub out the smudges, dirt, any rosin buildup, using the cloth. Buff on all sides, but be careful around the F-holes to prevent polish buildup. Then take a separate rag to wipe off any excess polish to prevent moisture from entering in and damaging the violin. Avoid the strings and bridge of the violin as you don't want any polish building up on these parts and affecting the sound of the instrument. Limit the places you touch with your hands. The oils and sweat on your skin can attack the varnish of your violin and leave marks. The less skin contact you make with your violin, the longer it will last in terms of great sound and appearance. Practice lifting and holding your violin as little as possible until it becomes second nature to not grab and touch your violin all over its body. Clean your case. Though people often forget about this step, your violin will not stay clean if its storage case is not clean. Empty and vacuum out your case once a week or once you start seeing flakes of dust, dirt, and rosin. This step has the added benefit of preventing dust mites that may eat your violin's bow hair. Know when it’s time for a professional tune-up. If you start to notice cracks or other changes in your violin, it's time to take your instrument into a reputable violin maker or music store.
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Wash your hands. Get several cleaning cloths. Wipe down the strings. Wipe the bow. Wipe down the face of the violin. Clean the bridge. Know when to polish your violin. Get the right type of polish. Use a cloth to polish. Limit the places you touch with your hands. Clean your case. Know when it’s time for a professional tune-up.
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How to Plant Clones
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All you'll need to plant clones is a pot with large drainage holes, soil, and a warm place for them to grow. Your pot needs to have good drainage because clones don't do well if the soil gets waterlogged. Choose a soil high in nitrogen, which helps clones thrive. Give your clones about 18 hours of weak light, like compact fluorescent light, each day for best results. Clones do best in environments between 70 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit, so make sure you place them in a hot room if necessary. You should also water your clones every day to keep the soil moist, but not too damp.
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Quarantine the clones for 3-5 days. If you got the cloned plants from an outside source, be sure to quarantine them before planting them. Place them in a separate room from the rest of your plants for 3-5 days. During this time, examine the plants for fungus or pests that could spread to your other plants. Twisted, blistered, and wet-looking leaves are an indication of broad mites or russet mites. Small specks or bite marks on leaves are a sign of spider mites. Yellow spots on the leaves indicate a fungus called leaf septoria. White spots, fuzzy patches, or powdery-looking leaves are signs of white powdery mildew. Dip infected clones in a foliar pest or fungal control product. Fortunately, both pests and fungi can be treated using the same method. Get a foliar pest or fungal control product from a garden shop or marijuana supply store. Pour the liquid into a container large enough that you can fit the clones in. Dip each clone in the solution, then let it dry completely before planting. Be sure to wear gloves to avoid getting the product on your hands. If your skin does come into contact with the liquid, wash them with warm water and soap immediately. You also need to avoid contact with your eyes. Begin with new or clean pots with drainage holes. The pots should have drainage holes to keep the soil from becoming waterlogged. In order to avoid contamination, you should use new pots or sterilize used pots before planting clones in them. Spray or dip used pots in bleach or hydrogen peroxide to remove any leftover biological residue from previous plants. Let the pots dry completely before using them. It's best to transplant clones into small or medium-sized pots, rather than large ones, to ensure the nutrients in the soil aren't drained off and wasted during watering. Use new soil with high nitrogen levels and a pH of 6. Choose an organic soil with a diverse range of ingredients. Soil should contain high nitrogen levels for clones, as opposed to soil with high phosphorus levels for flowering plants. Ensure the pH of the soil you choose to use is right around 6 for best results. It's important to purchase new soil, rather than reusing soil, to ensure that the clones aren't contaminated with pests or fungus from other plants. Plant clones when the roots are 3 inches (7.6 cm) long. Though some growers opt to plant their clones once the roots reach 1 inch (2.5 cm) long, it's best to wait until the roots are 3 inches (7.6 cm) or longer to reduce the chances of transplant shock. Fill a pot almost to the top with lightly-compacted soil. Leave at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) of space between the soil and the top of the pot to leave room for the water to settle before being absorbed. Use the bottom of another pot to lightly compact the soil, but don't compact it too much or the roots will have trouble spreading. Make a hole in the soil and gently place the clone into it. Don't force the cuttings into the soil or growing medium. Instead, use the end of a pencil to make a hole in the soil, then gently place the cutting inside of the hole. Use your fingertips to fill the hole and cover the roots with soil. If your clones are planted in rockwool, dig out a space in the pot large enough for the rockwool. Then, place the rockwool and clone inside the pot and cover the rockwool with soil. Water and mist the clones immediately after planting. Use only distilled water for marijuana plants, as the minerals, sodium, and chlorine in tap water can damage your plants. As soon as you've gotten the clones in the pots, water the soil until it runs through the drainage holes in the bottom of the pot. Then, use a mister or spray bottle to lightly mist the leaves and stem of each plant. Provide 18 hours of weak light per day. Strong, bright light is not necessary for clones. Use a weaker light, such as compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs, rather than high-intensity discharge (HID) light bulbs. Situate the bulbs 8 inches (20 cm) above the cloned plants. Set times on your lights so that the clones receive 18 hours of light and 6 hours of darkness in each 24-hour period. Ensure the temperature is between 72 and 77 °F (22 and 25 °C). Clones need a warm environment to thrive. They do best with temperatures between 72 and 77 °F (22 and 25 °C), so use a heater or cooling system in your grow room if necessary. Do your best to keep the temperature as consistent as possible, as fluctuations in temperature can weaken your plants. Keep the soil consistently moist. Check the soil each day to see if your plants need water. The soil should be moist, but not saturated. It's better to water the plants small amounts more frequently than large amounts less frequently. You can also use a mister or spray bottle to keep the leaves moist, as well. Provide little to no breeze for cloned plants. It's important to check your ventilation system before planting clones and adjust it as necessary. Because cloned plants are young and weak, too much of a breeze will dry out your clones. Ensure that there is little to no breeze in the space where the cloned plants are located. Treat the clones as adults after 6-8 weeks. After 6-8 weeks, the clones are considered adult marijuana plants. If the roots grow to the bottom of the pot, you can transplant them into larger pots. Provide the same amount of light, fertilizer, air circulation, and water as you would for other full-grown plants so they can mature and flower.
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Quarantine the clones for 3-5 days. Dip infected clones in a foliar pest or fungal control product. Begin with new or clean pots with drainage holes. Use new soil with high nitrogen levels and a pH of 6. Plant clones when the roots are 3 inches (7.6 cm) long. Fill a pot almost to the top with lightly-compacted soil. Make a hole in the soil and gently place the clone into it. Water and mist the clones immediately after planting. Provide 18 hours of weak light per day. Ensure the temperature is between 72 and 77 °F (22 and 25 °C). Keep the soil consistently moist. Provide little to no breeze for cloned plants. Treat the clones as adults after 6-8 weeks.
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How to Dye Canvas Shoes
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To dye canvas shoes, start by making sure the shoes are clean since dirt, grime, or stains can interfere with how the dye will look. Next, prepare the dye according to the instructions on the packet and keep an eye out for any warnings or special instructions. For example, some dyes can penetrate rubber soles, so make sure to cover them in rubber cement or painter's tape. Then, place the shoes in the dye for the specified amount of time, add designs if you like, then rinse the shoes to remove any extra dye.
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Decide what color (or colors) to use. Pastel colors show up nicely on white shoes and give nice muted tones. On the other hand, strong, bright colors also work well and will probably show up better from a distance. The choice is up to you! Remember that the color on the dye packaging may not be exactly the same color that ends up on your shoes. With home dying you need to be prepared for a little variation and fun surprises when it comes to coloring. Buy your dye and other supplies. Many craft stores and online sellers have dyes for fabrics, so look around. Read the packaging on dyes you are considering buying in order to judge whether you want to put in the work to use them. Some dyes are more complicated to apply than other ones. You will also need other supplies. These can include: plastic sheeting (to protect surfaces), latex gloves (to protect your hands), and rubber cement (or another product to protect the soles of your shoes from the dye). In addition, you may want to use a paint brush to paint on detailed designs and you will probably want to have paper towels on hand to clean up any little spills. Rubber cement can usually be found at any supermarket or office supply store. Buy white canvas shoes to dye. If you already have some shoes that you want to dye that is just great. However, if you need to buy some, pick out white canvas shoes. It doesn't matter whether they are laces-ups or slip-ons, whichever you like. The most important part is that they are white, so that they can be dyed easily. Cotton canvas in particular is a great fabric to dye because it will absorb and hold dye really well. That is because, in general, natural fibers are easier to dye than synthetic fibers. If you have never dyed anything before, and you don't want to spend a lot of money on this project, consider getting the cheapest sneakers or slip-ons you can find. They may not be as comfortable to wear as more expensive shoes but their inexpensiveness will keep you from getting really upset if you mess up the dying process. Clean the shoes, if necessary. Make sure your shoes are clean because dirt, grime, and stains can interfere with how the dye will look on the canvas. Use warm water and soap to clean. Hand washing canvas shoes may easier than tossing them in the washing machine if you just need to do a spot cleaning. You do not need to dry the shoes after cleaning. To dye your shoes you will get them wet ahead of time, so drying them is unnecessary. Set up your dying area. You should place your dying basin on a hard secure surface that won't move around a lot. This is to prevent the basin full of dye moving around so much that the dye spills over the edges. Additionally, you may want to put down plastic either on the surface you are working on or on the floor beneath your work area. This will protect the area in case of spills. Set out all of your supplies so you don't have to search for them while you are in the middle of dying. It can be pretty annoying if you are searching for something you need while your gloved hands are covered in dye. There are some dyes that need to be used while being heated on a burner. If you are using one of these dyes, and you don't have a portable burner, prepare an area in your kitchen that will be the dying area. Remove all extraneous items that could get dye on them by accident and cover sensitive surfaces with plastic. Consider doing your dying outside if you can. Even dyes that need to be simmered can be used outside if you have a portable electric burner and access to electricity outside. If you can't do your dying outside, you should find an area in your house that won't be ruined if a little dye spills. This could be an unfinished basement or a utility room of some sort. Prepare the dye. Most fabric dyes need to be mixed with water in order to use them. Some dyes also require other additions, such as salt. Follow the directions on the dye package, as the ratio of dye to water varies by brand. Be sure that you are mixing your dye and water in a container that is big enough that you will also be able to add your shoes to it without spilling over. It's best to have a lot of leeway in this area, as you don't want to have to deal with the mess of spilled dye. You may need to mix your dye on the stove, if it requires heating to high temperatures. Once again, follow the manufacturers directions when using commercial dyes. Figure out if you need to protect the soles of your shoes. Whether you need to protect the soles of your shoes depends greatly on the type of dye you are using. There are some dyes that will not penetrate a rubber or synthetic sole, meaning that you can simply wipe any dye off that gets on the sole. Other dyes, however, will permanently dye the sole. To figure out if the dye you have will dye the soles of your shoes, place a little bit of the prepared dye on the bottom of the sole of one of your shoes. Once it is dry try to remove the dye with a little soap and water. If you can easily get it off, great! You don't have to protect the soles from your dye. If not, you should keep all dye off the soles completely. Protect the soles, if you need to. Slick the rubber cement all around the areas on the shoe where you don't want the dye. That goes for the canvas too, so you can etch little designs if you're handy with rubber cement. If you mess up with the rubber cement, don't panic, because as soon as it dries, you can peel it off with your (gloved) hands. Alternatively, you can cover the soles in either high-stick painters tape or a thick layer of vaseline. This technique for protecting the soles of your shoes is best if you don't plan of dipping the shoes completely in the dye, but rather you plan of painting the dye on with a brush. Wet your shoes, if necessary. Some dyes require that the shoes are wet before they enter the dye. This is because the dye will move across the surface better if it doesn't have to do the additional work of moistening the canvas in the first place. Use warm water, as this helps most dyes thoroughly penetrate the canvas. Place the shoes in the dye. If you want the shoes to be all one color, simply place the tops of the shoes completely in the dye. If you want several colors, place one section of the shoe into the dye, while keeping another part of the shoe out of the dye. Keep the shoes in the dye for as long as the directions tell you to. This varies greatly depending on the dye you use, but might be anywhere from a few seconds to several minutes. You will probably want to wear gloves while you are doing this. This will allow you to get your fingers into the dye while holding the shoes without getting dye all over them. While most dyes that are sold for home use won't be particularly dangerous to get on your skin, they will dye your skin and take a long time to wear off. In addition, getting dye on your fingers means that you risk making a mess if you touch surfaces or areas of your shoes that you don't want dyed. Apply additional colors. Why not add a few colors to your shoe? Using a second color (or more) won't be a lot more work but it will add a lot more fun to your shoe design! Be strategic if you want to dye your shoe multiple colors. For example, if one color you are using is very light and the other is dark, consider applying the light color first. That way, you can dye the whole shoe the light color (which is easier that dying a specific section) and then cover up a section of that lighter dye with a darker color afterwords. Try dyeing your laces as well! You can dye them the same color as your shoes or pick a different color to add another pop of color to your kicks. Add fun designs. Don't limit yourself to just solid colors. Use a paint brush to paint a creative design onto your shoes with additional colors. Perhaps you could cover them in polka dots? Or maybe you could draw your favorite animal onto the tops of your shoes? Draw whatever inspires and excites you! Mixing colors of dyes on your shoes can make totally new colors. Think of the dye as watercolor paints which you can use to make a beautiful array of blended colors. Rinse the shoes. Most dyes need be rinsed out after use. This removes any extra dye from the shoe so it doesn't get all over your socks. Follow the directions on the package of the dye you used, but most dyes should be rinsed with cold water until the water runs clear. Remove the protection on the soles. If you used rubber cement, or painter's tape, it should peel right off. Vaseline will need to be cleaned off with a little soap and water once the shoe dye is dry. Don't do this immediately after you dye your shoes, as the dye could drip a bit on to the soles. Instead, wait a few minutes until you are sure there will be no more drips. You could even use a paper towel to soak up any areas of excessive dye that might eventually drip on to the soles. Allow the shoes to dry completely. You can either allow the shoes to dry naturally or you can put them in your dryer. Just be warned that a bit of dye may rub off in the interior of your dryer, so you may want to wipe it out thoroughly after your shoes are dried and before you put clean laundry in it. Set the dye, if necessary. Some dyes actually do need to go into the dryer because the dye needs to be set. Setting a dye means making sure it won't come out. In the case of many home dyes, this is done by applying high heat to the canvas. Check your dye package to find out if you have this kind of dye. Sometimes you can also use a hairdryer to set a dye. Check your dye packaging to see if this is an option for you.
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Decide what color (or colors) to use. Buy your dye and other supplies. Buy white canvas shoes to dye. Clean the shoes, if necessary. Set up your dying area. Prepare the dye. Figure out if you need to protect the soles of your shoes. Protect the soles, if you need to. Wet your shoes, if necessary. Place the shoes in the dye. Apply additional colors. Add fun designs. Rinse the shoes. Remove the protection on the soles. Allow the shoes to dry completely. Set the dye, if necessary.
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How to Start a Medical Practice
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To start a medical practice, begin by choosing a location for your practice, and getting any permits or licenses required by the local Health Department. Once you have an office, buy furniture, medical equipment, and computers, and get malpractice insurance for your new business. After that, work on hiring staff, like a nurse, a receptionist, and a bookkeeper. You may also want to consider bringing other doctors on board, who can help bring in patients and cover office hours.
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Begin with undergraduate studies. Prior to going to medical school, most places in the world require you to have a completed undergraduate degree. Some medical schools have pre-requisite courses that must be completed as part of your undergraduate studies. These usually include basic science courses such as chemistry and biology, as well as some possible human anatomy and physiology courses. The purpose of pre-requisite courses is to prepare you for the type of material that you will be studying in medical school. Some medical schools are more flexible, however, and will accept less pre-requisite courses. Check what is required at the medical schools that interest you. Go to medical school. Once you have completed the required pre-requisite courses and undergraduate studies, apply to the medical schools that interest you. Your best bet is to apply to several different schools, because getting into medical school can be highly competitive. Medical school is usually 4 years in total. The study requirements are very intensive, so prepare yourself for a heavy workload. You will need to be prepared to devote the majority of your life to school for these years. Relationships, hobbies, and passions will need to be carefully prioritized to balance the work required to complete medical school. Consider whether you are prepared to make this type of sacrifice. Decide on a medical specialty. Once you complete medical school, you will need to decide whether you want to be a general practitioner (a family doctor), or to continue your studies to become a medical specialist (such as a cardiologist , and emergency physician, an internal medicine doctor, or a surgeon, among other specialties). It usually takes about 3 years of post-graduate study to be licensed as a family physician, and around 5 or more years of post-graduate study to become a medical specialist. When choosing your desired field, consider the lifestyle of the given specialty you are considering, as well as the job availability in your area. Complete your medical internship and residency. When you have selected your desired field of study, you will need to apply for an internship and/or a residency. The requirements will depend upon where you are choosing to practice. This stage of your training is paid, and usually involves extensive hospital-based work where you rotate through a number of areas of the hospital, but focus on your areas of interest. It usually lasts anywhere from 2 to 5 years before you become a fully licensed physician or specialist. Consider the type of practice you want to open. Once you are a fully licensed physician, you can decide whether you would like to work in a health care system, a medical group practice, or as an independent. Depending on your specialty and preferences, you can work in a hospital, in an outpatient clinic, or both. Hospital positions are often salary-based where you work as an employee for the hospital, while private practice involves running your own business and gathering your own patients. The rest of this article assumes that you will be starting your own medical practice. Find resources for the type of practice you want to set up. Different medical society organizations have resources available to members who want to set up their own practices. These resources may include templates for paperwork, legal documents, and planning tools. Look into the medical society for your specialty to find resources that will help make it easier to set up your practice. For example, the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) has resources for direct to primary care. This can help you to set up your practice independent of insurance. You can check the American Medical Association's (AMA) website for resources: https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management Choose a location for your office. It is important to consider factors such as commute time, as well as the patient population that a specific area targets. For instance, some locations are more likely to attract elderly patients, some are more prone to homeless people or recovering addicts, while others are more likely to attract families with young children. If patient demographic is important to you, consider the impact location may have on this. Also consider renting a clinic space as opposed to owning when you first open your practice. This way you can try it out and make sure you like it before making any long-term commitments. Think about factors such as temperature regulation (can you adjust the heat and/or air conditioning), the aesthetics of the space, and the overall feel of the office. You will be spending a large portion of your life in the office, so it is worth the investment to find a place that you enjoy, as well as your staff and your patients. Also consider the marketing aspect of your location. Is it easy for people to get to? Is it in a populated area? Is there easy parking? Obtain any permits or licenses that you would need to have your own medical practice. Check with your local Department of Health for any necessary paperwork. You may want to do this early, just in case you will have to wait for the paperwork to get processed. Purchase medical equipment, computers and other supplies. You will need funds to pay for other startup costs such as any medical equipment. You will also need a computer system and software to keep all your records and patient files. Computer systems make note-taking easier. Every doctor or nurse in your practice can load notes directly into one system and everyone will have access to a patient's medical and drug history. If you are opting to not use a paperless computer system, you will need to make sure that there is enough room in your office for the paper files and cabinets. You may need to take out a loan to cover the initial start-up costs of your business as well as the costs of medical equipment. Trust that the investment you make in your own practice will pay off well down the road. Get approved for insurance. You will need insurance to protect yourself from anything that may happen to your patients. You should get credentials with at least one major insurance company. Make sure that you are fully covered for malpractice insurance. Acquire patients. If you have steady patients from a previous office, you may be able to bring them over. If you are starting from scratch, talk to other physicians about strategies to market yourself and to get patients. Another option is to buy out the practice of a physician who is retiring, and to look after all of the patients that the other physician was previously responsible for. Hire other employees. You will want to hire a receptionist and a bookkeeper as a minimum, and you will want to find employees that work well with each other and with you. It is also important to understand the hiring and firing regulations in your area; you will want to follow appropriate protocol when selecting employees for your business. Decide whether or not you would like to partner with other physicians. If you do want to partner, you will need a lawyer's help in establishing a comprehensive practice agreement. Even if you want to work on your own as the only physician, you may want to consider a team agreement for all of the employees in your clinic, outlining goals and expectations for how the practice is to run. Formalizing your working relationships with the other physicians and/or staff in your clinic can help to ensure that your business runs as smoothly as possible once you get going. Establish clear job outlines and expectations for your employees. This will increase the chances of success with your co-workers and also decrease hidden costs associated with employee turnover. You will also want to find ways to check in with your staff and to evaluate their performance and provide feedback regularly. This helps them to feel cared for and guided as to what is expected. It also increases the efficiency and effectiveness of how your business is being run, all of which are important to long-term success. Understand the billing process. See if there is any physician support available in your area for billing advice and and support - there are most often local resources to help physicians with this. Also, billing is one task that you do not want to delegate to office staff. Once you have mastered it, it takes very little time, and most EMR (electronic medical record) systems have the billing process embedded within the software itself making it quick and simple. You know your patients best, and as such you are the one who can bill most appropriately and most comprehensively for the services you have provided. Establish a process for informing patients of costs of services. It is important to become aware of what is and is not covered for patients under a pre-paid healthcare plan, and how to go about invoicing patients for services that are not covered (or invoicing third parties in cases where that applies). Take your time to become familiar with how the billing process applies to patients and be upfront about any costs that will come out of the patient's pocket. Clear communication and disclosure of costs is important. Speak to an accountant regarding taxes. You will want to know how much money to set aside, when tax payments are due (for example, you may pay taxes quarterly), and the differences in tax filing for a business owner as opposed to an employee of a company. You will have many things that you can write-off as a business owner, so you will want to keep receipts related to your business in a special folder. It is also advisable to use a separate bank account and credit card for all business income and expenses. Consult with a financial advisor to put a long-term plan into place. It is important to consider your long-term financial goals, and to appropriately plan for retirement with a goal age of when you will close your practice, and an idea of the money you will need to sustain your lifestyle. Planning your overall financial goals will help to keep you on track as you begin your own medical practice. Ensure that you understand patient confidentiality requirements. Inform yourself about the Health Information Act, or other privacy protection regulations that apply in your area. Speak to a lawyer who has experience working with healthcare professionals for assistance in this area. Privacy and confidentiality are key to medical practice. Have your staff sign privacy and confidentiality documents. Again, this can be done with the help of a lawyer who is experienced in healthcare and medical practice. You will want everyone on your team to be familiar with the privacy requirements, including release-of-information standards and patient consent processes for various procedures. Use electronic medical records (EMR). Although medical offices used to be run with paper files, the new way of doing things is via computer-based EMR. This ensures more rapid access to patient files, more comprehensive data that can be searched rapidly on the computer, and easy access of the patient's files at other places (such as the hospital) if needed. In short, EMR is a much more efficient and effective way to store patient information.
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Begin with undergraduate studies. Go to medical school. Decide on a medical specialty. Complete your medical internship and residency. Consider the type of practice you want to open. Find resources for the type of practice you want to set up. Choose a location for your office. Obtain any permits or licenses that you would need to have your own medical practice. Purchase medical equipment, computers and other supplies. Get approved for insurance. Acquire patients. Hire other employees. Decide whether or not you would like to partner with other physicians. Establish clear job outlines and expectations for your employees. Understand the billing process. Establish a process for informing patients of costs of services. Speak to an accountant regarding taxes. Consult with a financial advisor to put a long-term plan into place. Ensure that you understand patient confidentiality requirements. Have your staff sign privacy and confidentiality documents. Use electronic medical records (EMR).
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How to Increase Chest Hair
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To increase your chest hair, try cutting an onion in half and rubbing it on your chest every night to treat the hairs with sulfur, a mineral known to help with hair growth. Alternatively, massage your chest with Miconazol Nitrate, or Daktarin cream in the mornings after showering. Additionally, shave your every chest every 2 to 4 weeks to cut each hair at its root, where it's the thickest. As the hair grows out, it will look thicker and fuller than it did before.
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Level out your testosterone. Talk with your doctor about whether you have normal testosterone levels. Testosterone has a peculiar relationship to hair loss. Not enough testosterone and your chest hair won't grow. Too much and it gets converted into DHT, which shrinks hair follicles. Try to have a healthy balance of testosterone; of course, because there's no testosterone test available over the counter, you'll need to seek the advice of a doctor. Start working out. Both weight loss and weightlifting can boost a man's testosterone levels. Hit the gym, back up onto the bench press, and do some serious exercise. You'll feel stronger and grow some chest hair while you're at it. Take testosterone supplements if your doctor diagnoses you with low-T. Only take supplements if your doctor has diagnosed you. Again, if you have normal levels of testosterone and you take supplements, an enzyme will convert the excess testosterone into a follicle-shrinking hormone. Not a good recipe for hair growth. Talk to your doctor about estrogen inhibitors. Your doctor should know if you taking estrogen inhibitors is advisable for chest hair growth in your specific case. Never use steroids to aid in chest hair growth. Anabolic steroids pose serious health hazards. As there are dozens, if not hundreds, of different anabolic and androgenic steroids, each with different side-effects on the body and implications for your hair, it's not considered safe to use steroids for hair growth. Shave your chest. If you have any chest hair already, shaving regularly might help it getting very slightly thicker, overtime, for some people, but not significantly so, neither is helps hair grow where it isn't. (This one of the reasons some girls prefer waxing instead of shaving.) Shaving cuts the hair close to its root, where it's thickest; when it grows out, the hair will be thicker for its whole length, though this is a temporary visual effect and is stimulated to grow continuously to reach its full length. See How to Shave Chest Hair. Shave your chest every 2-4 weeks. Apply Miconazol Nitrate (also known as Daktarin cream). In the mornings, after a shower, massage the chest area with Daktarin. This method has been reputed to stimulate the growth of new hair, although not medically verified. Note : Miconazol Nitrate is a fungus-busting crème used to treat foot and vaginal infections. Use in moderation, and with caution. Cut an onion in two and rub it on your chest. Rub the onion onto your chest using a circular motion. Once the surface of the onion is dry, cut about 5mm of the onion and continue; this can stimulate hair growth because onions contain sulfur, a mineral known to help with hair growth. This method should probably not be used during the day, because of the smell. So let it do it's work during the night, and shower the next morning. Get advice from a male relative about their chest hair. It may be embarrassing, but ask someone you trust about their own experience growing chest hair. If the male relative wants to know why, you have two options: Tell the truth, mention your intention of growing chest hair and maybe they can let you in on their secrets. You may have nothing to worry about. Just say that you were wondering and wanted to talk about something random. Be patient. The growth will probably only start after about two weeks and will be only dramatically noticeable after some time. Be patient and stick with your treatment. It may not necessarily seem this way, but there are many more important things in life than chest hair, so chin up! Know the myths about hair growth. There are some well-intentioned myths out there about how to grow hair and what it takes to have a manly mane. Many of them have been debunked by science and are demonstrably false. Increasing blood flow doesn't increase hair growth. Maybe you've been told to brush your chest with a toothbrush to increase the blood flow to the area, which is supposed to stimulate growth. It's not scientifically true. Brushing your chest will not get you chest hair. Unclogging pores won't help you grow hair. Some say that blocked pores can cause hair to be trapped beneath the surface of the skin, and that the secret to hair growth is simply unclogging those pores. It's simply not true. While scrubbing away dead skin and unclogging pores is definitely a good thing, it won't help stimulate chest hair growth.
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Level out your testosterone. Never use steroids to aid in chest hair growth. Shave your chest. Apply Miconazol Nitrate (also known as Daktarin cream). Cut an onion in two and rub it on your chest. Get advice from a male relative about their chest hair. Be patient. Know the myths about hair growth.
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How to Safely Dispose of Paint
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To safely dispose of latex paint, look into community paint recycling programs to see if someone else could make use of the paint. If you can't find a paint recycling program, pour the paint into a plastic container filled with kitty litter or paper scraps, let the paint dry, then throw it away with the trash. Latex paint is not considered toxic waste, so it doesn't have to be taken to a toxic waste site. Never pour paint down a drain or into the ground, though!
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Consider saving it for a later project. Latex paint can be stored for up to a year and then mixed and reused for a later project. It won't be the exact color you need, but it's useful to use as a base paint or to paint interior surfaces that won't be seen. This way, you can use up all the paint without needing to throw it away. Tightly seal the used paint can and store it upside-down in a cool, dry storage area. Make sure the stored paint is out of reach of children and pets. If you want to use the exact same color again, make sure to write the paint formula down in permanent marker on the paint can lid. Paint may be good for up to 5 years, so check to see if it's in good shape before you throw it out. Look into community paint recycling programs. If you don't have use for your leftover paint, someone else might. Look up community paint recycling programs in your area. Waste haulers, schools, and municipalities often have programs to collect paint, mix it, and use it on community projects. Mix the paint with a hardener before you dispose of it. Don't just throw away a can of liquid paint—that's actually against the law in some places. Instead, purchase waste paint hardener, which is a powder that you mix into the paint. After a few hours, the paint will harden, and you can simply throw the can away. You can also try mixing kitty litter into the paint until it hardens. Never pour paint into a drain. It can damage your pipes and it isn't good for the water supply. Don't pour paint into the ground. This is hazardous to the soil. Recycle empty paint cans. Let the empty paint cans dry completely, then recycle them with other metals. If you have an inch or more of dried paint left in the bottom of the can, you'll have to throw the whole can in the trash. Check the label to see if any lead or hazardous materials are in it. Most old paints call for hazardous waste disposal. Hybrid paints will also need special disposal. Remove the lid and let the paint air dry in the can. To speed up the process, stir in an absorbent material such as clay kitty litter, sawdust, or leftover concrete mix. Never pour oil paint into a drain or into the ground. It is considered hazardous waste, and disposing of it this way is illegal. Take the paint cans and stains to a hazardous waste facility. You can visit search.earth911.com/?what=Paint and enter your zip code to find one close to you.
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Consider saving it for a later project. Look into community paint recycling programs. Mix the paint with a hardener before you dispose of it. Recycle empty paint cans. Check the label to see if any lead or hazardous materials are in it. Remove the lid and let the paint air dry in the can. Take the paint cans and stains to a hazardous waste facility.
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How to Catch a Wild Lizard and Hold It
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To catch a wild lizard, try using a glass box as a trap. Once you've found a box, cover the top with plastic wrap so the lizard can walk on top. Then, cut a slit it in the top, since lizards like to crawl inside holes to look for food. After you've cut a slit in the top, leave a few insects or other lizard food next to the slit. Once you've left the box near a lizard habitat, come back regularly to check if you've trapped anything. Alternatively, if you spot a lizard you're sure isn't poisonous, try enticing it into your hand with insects.
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Research what lizards live in your area. Review maps that show the habitat of local lizards. This will help give you an idea of what kind of lizards you may be able to catch. Know which lizards are poisonous or venomous. Before you go out and handle a lizard, make sure you know which ones could be hazard to your health. Some lizards, such as bearded dragons and leopard geckos are not only safe to handle but are also the recommended breed of lizard to keep as pets. Research local laws. In the United States, there are laws restricting the ownership and possession of lizards. Make sure you research your local, state, and national laws before bringing home a lizard as a pet. Your national government should have information about lizard possession on their website. Stay healthy. Handling lizards can sometimes cause diseases. Be careful when handling any wild animal, especially lizards, to avoid getting sick with illnesses like salmonella. Salmonella can be harmful for small children. If you have kids in your home, consider their safety when bringing home or catching a lizard for a pet. Set up shelter on your property. Lizards like to have spaces to hide. They also need places to live, to sleep, and to relax. You can attract lizards to your yard if you place natural or man-made structures in your yard. Place rocks in your yard for shade and shelter. Plant shrubs or leafy vegetation. Feed local lizards. To lure lizards to your property, you should attract what they eat. If you have a organic and an “untidy” yard or garden, you can attract bugs and moths. The more food you entice, the happier local lizards may be. Grow specific plants to attract wildlife. Plant shrubs, grasses, and trees to create a more organic yard. Making your backyard a wild habitat will attract wild lizards and keep them happy. Make a glass lizard trap. An easy way to catch a wild lizard is to use a glass lizard trap. You can do this in a few easy steps: Clean and prepare a glass box. You want a box large enough to catch the native lizards in your area. Cover the top of the box with plastic wrap. You want the lizard to be able to walk on the top of the box. Slice a small slit in the top of the plastic wrap. Lizards like to crawl into holes and if a lizard is well fed, it will be more likely to look for a place to rest. Locate a lizard habitat. Place the box in your backyard if you've noticed a lot of lizards in the area. The more lizards in the area, the better the placement for the trap. Put insects or other lizard food on top of the top, near the slit in the plastic wrap. This will entice the lizard to check out the trap. Check your trap frequently. Make sure you do not leave a trapped lizard enclosed too long without food and water. Make a lizard fishing pole. This is also known as using a lizard “noose." Use a long stick. You want the stick long enough to serve as a handle. Attach a piece of string or waxed dental floss to the end to the stick. This is will help to not scare the lizard when you try to catch it. Tie the end of the string into a slip knot. This knot will be able capture the lizard safely without hurting it. Slip the noose around the lizard's head and pull. This will tighten the knot and capture the lizard. Gently remove the noose from the lizard's head. Grasp the lizard in your hand and remove the nose from around the head. Be very careful if the lizard has sharp teeth! Catch a lizard by hand. If you know if you have safe lizards in the wild, you may be able to catch them by hand. Know that lizards move very quickly! This is especially true in long grass. Take some time to observe the habits of lizards before you try and catch it. Try and entice lizards closer to your hand by placing lizard food (insects) by your hand.
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Research what lizards live in your area. Know which lizards are poisonous or venomous. Research local laws. Stay healthy. Set up shelter on your property. Feed local lizards. Grow specific plants to attract wildlife. Make a glass lizard trap. Make a lizard fishing pole. Catch a lizard by hand.
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How to Make Coconut Shrimp
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Before you can make coconut shrimp on the stove, remove the shell and the black veins that run along the back and belly. Then, create a dipping station with 1 bowl of flour, salt, and pepper, a second bowl of cream and eggs, and a third bowl of shredded coconut. Dip your shrimp in each of the bowls, starting with the flour mixture. Once coated, fry the shrimp in hot oil for 2-3 minutes. Finally, transfer them to a paper towel to drain the oil. Serve your shrimp with cocktail sauce, sweet chili sauce, or mayonnaise!
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Peel and devein the shrimp. Since the coconut shrimp will be fried, it needs to be peeled before you cook it. Remove the shell from the shrimp (you can leave the tail if you'd like) and extract the black veins that run along the shrimp's back and belly. Continue until all of the shrimp have been processed, then give them a rinse to clean off the bits of shell. Create a "dipping station. " To make the coconut batter stick to the shrimp, you need to dredge the shrimp in a flour mixture, an egg mixture, and then the coconut mixture. The easiest way to do this is to make a dipping station with three bowls containing the three different mixtures. In the first bowl, mix the flour, salt, and pepper together. In the second bowl, mix the cream and eggs. The third bowl consists of the shredded coconut. Batter the shrimp. One by one, dip each shrimp piece in the flour bowl, then the egg bowl, then the coconut bowl, in that order. Make sure that you coat each shrimp thoroughly before placing it into the next bowl. Lay each battered shrimp piece on parchment or wax paper. This keeps the shrimp from sticking to a plate. Fry the shrimp. Pour the oil into a deep frying pan. Heat the oil to about 350 degrees F or 180 degrees C. Drop the shrimp pieces into the oil and fry each piece for 2 to 3 minutes. You can test whether the oil is ready using a kitchen thermometer, or by dipping the handle of a wooden spoon into the oil; if the spoon bubbles, the oil is ready to fry. If you don't want to deep fry the shrimp, you can fry them in a shallow pan. Fry them on one side for 1 1/2 minutes, then flip the shrimp using a pair of tongs and fry them on the other side for 1 1/2 minutes. Drain the shrimp. Lift them from the pan with a pair of tongs. Transfer the shrimp onto paper towels to drain the oil. Serve the coconut shrimp. They go great with cocktail sauce, sweet chili sauce , mayonnaise, or any other tasty sauce. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Peel and devein the shrimp. Use your fingers to remove the peel from the shrimp. You can leave the tails on if you'd like, but take off the shells and the legs. Use a knife to cut a slit down the back and the belly, then lift out the veins. Rinse the shrimp to remove the bits of shell. Set up a dipping station. Mix the flour and spices in one bowl, the eggs and cream in another bowl, and put the coconut in a third bowl. Batter the shrimp. One at a time, dip each shrimp in the flour mixture, the egg mixture, and the coconut mixture. Make sure each shrimp is completely coated in batter before moving to the next one. Place the shrimp in a baking pan. Grease a 9x12 glass or metal baking pan and lay the shrimp on the bottom. Make sure they aren't touching one another, or else they won't cook as evenly. Bake the shrimp. Put the baking pan in the oven and cook the shrimp for about 10 minutes, until the top is golden brown. Remove the pan from the oven and flip the shrimp to the other side, then bake for another 10 minutes. The shrimp are ready when the second side is golden brown. If the shrimp don't seem to be getting brown, you can use the broiler setting on your oven to cook them. Broil for 2 - 3 minutes on each side. Don't overcook the shrimp, or they won't be as juicy. Be sure to remove them right when they're finished. Serve the shrimp. Baked coconut shrimp are a healthy appetizer or main course. Serve them on a bed of mixed greens or with a dipping sauce such as honey mustard. Finished.
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Peel and devein the shrimp. Create a "dipping station. Batter the shrimp. Lay each battered shrimp piece on parchment or wax paper. Fry the shrimp. Drain the shrimp. Serve the coconut shrimp. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Peel and devein the shrimp. Set up a dipping station. Batter the shrimp. Place the shrimp in a baking pan. Bake the shrimp. Serve the shrimp. Finished.
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How to Get Rid of Bumps After Waxing
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To get rid of bumps after waxing, keep the area clean since bumps are often caused by sweat and dirt getting trapped on freshly waxed skin. Try showering at least once a day and exfoliate daily to avoid ingrown hairs. In order to exfoliate, wet an exfoliating pad, which you can get from a drugstore, and gently rub it on your skin. Alternatively, buy an exfoliating cream or body wash and work it into your skin before rinsing it off. If you have any painful ingrown hairs, apply a warm compress to the affected skin for 1 to 2 minutes, then wipe the area with a cotton ball soaked in hydrogen peroxide. However, if you're dealing with post-wax inflammation, dab a bit of hydrocortisone cream on your skin.
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Keep the area clean. It's important that you keep the waxed area clean, especially during the first few days following a wax. Sweat and dirt can get trapped on freshly waxed skin, contributing to the development of those pesky bumps. Try showering at least once a day and making sure you clean the waxed area thoroughly during your shower. Exfoliate a few times a week to treat ingrown hairs. Dead skin cells can build up after you get a wax, clogging the hair follicle and causing ingrown hairs. Try swapping out your regular washcloth for an exfoliating cloth. Then gently rub the wet exfoliating cloth over the waxed area with your favorite soap or body wash. You can buy an exfoliating cloth at your local drug store or online. You can also try a topical exfoliating product, like a post-wax cream that contains salicylic acid. Be sure to apply the products to clean skin and carefully follow the directions on the package. Exfoliating can help prevent and treat bumps. Use a warm compress and hydrogen peroxide for painful ingrown hairs. If you have post-wax bumps that are painful to the touch and/or feel pressurized under the skin's surface, you might have infected ingrown hairs. If this is the case, take a warm compress and apply it to the affected area. Leave the compress on for 1-2 minutes, and then swipe the area with a cotton ball soaked in hydrogen peroxide. You can use a warm compress several times to help alleviate the bumps. Use a hydrocortisone cream. Calming inflammation after a wax can help eliminate post-wax bumps. Dab a small amount of one-percent hydrocortisone cream on the waxed area after your procedure. For example, a pea-sized amount works well after a brow wax. Use more for a larger area. Apply a thin, even layer across the skin. Talk to your dermatologist. If you frequently get bumps after waxing, you might want to make an appointment with your dermatologist. They can determine what is causing the bumps, such as a proclivity to ingrown hairs, and whether waxing is the best way to remove unwanted hair. For example, they may suggest a depilatory or laser treatments instead of waxing. Use a gentle cleanser after waxing. After you are finished waxing an area, gently wash it with a mild cleanser. Don't use soap or scrubs, as both can irritate the freshly waxed skin. For example, after you wax your eyebrows, wash your face with an everyday, gentle facial cleanser. If you waxed your body, use a gentle cleanser like castile soap. Apply witch hazel after waxing. You can soothe freshly waxed skin with a gentle application of witch hazel. Dip a cotton ball in with hazel. Then, smooth it across the area that was waxed. You can purchase witch hazel at your local drug store or online. Don’t apply lotions or oils after a wax. Lotions, oils, and other types of moisturizers can clog the pores of freshly waxed skin. Avoid applying these products right after a wax. If you find your skin needs extra moisture, try aloe vera gel instead. Try a cold compress after waxing. One way to cut down on the bumps some people get after waxing is by icing. Apply ice to the waxed area to help reduce inflammation. Make sure the ice pack or bag containing ice is clean so that you do not inadvertently introduce bacteria and dirt to your waxed skin. You can use a cold compress as often as you like. Wear loose clothing. Tight clothes can trap dirt and sweat, contributing to the appearance of post-wax bumps. Try wearing loose, breathable clothing after a wax. This will allow your skin to breathe and may help prevent the appearance or exacerbation of unsightly bumps. For example, you should avoid wearing tights after a bikini wax. Instead, opt for loose fitting pants or a skirt.
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Keep the area clean. Exfoliate a few times a week to treat ingrown hairs. Use a warm compress and hydrogen peroxide for painful ingrown hairs. Use a hydrocortisone cream. Talk to your dermatologist. Use a gentle cleanser after waxing. Apply witch hazel after waxing. Don’t apply lotions or oils after a wax. Try a cold compress after waxing. Wear loose clothing.
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How to Get a Medical Marijuana ID Card
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The quickest way to get a medical marijuana card is to make an appointment in person or online with a doctor who is licensed to prescribe medical marijuana. Depending on your state, you may need to fill out an application online and/or submit it to the State Health Department. Include documents, such as a copy of your driver's license and a utility bill, that prove your identity and residence. Then, pay any required fees for getting your ID card.
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Find out if your state or territory has a medical marijuana program. Most states and territories in the U.S. now have some type of medical marijuana program in place. To find out what kind of program is available in your area, visit the National Conference of State Legislatures page on State Medical Marijuana Laws: https://www.ncsl.org/research/health/state-medical-marijuana-laws.aspx. You can also find detailed, up-to-date information on medical programs in each state, territory, and the District of Columbia at the Americans for Safe Access website: https://www.safeaccessnow.org/becoming_a_state_authorized_patient. For more details, visit your state government's website or do a web search using terms like “Medical marijuana program Pennsylvania.” Look at your state’s list of qualifying conditions to see if yours is listed. In most states, you must be diagnosed with one or more qualifying medical conditions in order to get a medical marijuana card. The list of approved condition varies from one place to another, so look closely at the list of conditions on your local medical marijuana program's website. You may also be able to request a list of qualifying conditions from your doctor or your local public health department. Common conditions that qualify for treatment with medical marijuana include cancer, seizure disorders, HIV/AIDS, glaucoma, and severe pain for which your doctor might otherwise prescribe an opioid. Some states allow the use of medical marijuana for almost any condition, while others are much more restrictive. A few states have “limited access” programs where qualifying patients can use low-THC, high-CBD cannabis products to treat a variety of conditions. Check whether you meet local residency requirements. Many states and territories have residency requirements for medical marijuana use. This is partly because marijuana is still a controlled substance at the federal level. Check your local medical marijuana program's website to find out what the requirements are and which documents you may need to prove your residency. For example, to qualify for Illinois's medical marijuana program, you must be an Illinois resident at the time of your application and remain a resident as long as you participate in the program. In Pennsylvania, you have to have a PA state ID or driver's license in order to qualify for a medical marijuana card. Review any additional requirements or restrictions for your state’s program. Depending on the laws in your state or territory, you might also have to meet other requirements to qualify for a medical marijuana card. For example, you may need to be a certain age (typically 18 or older) or be restricted from working in particular jobs where the use of medical marijuana use could put you or others in danger. For instance, in Illinois, you can't participate in the medical marijuana program if you hold a Commercial Driver's License or school bus permit. Active duty police officers, firefighters, and correctional officers are also restricted from participating. If you're a minor, you may be able to use medical marijuana under the supervision of an approved parent or guardian. Read about local laws governing how you can use medical marijuana. Medical marijuana programs protect participants from criminal prosecution related to the possession and use of marijuana. However, you'll still need to follow local laws in order to use your medication legally and safely. Review your program's list of rules and regulations carefully before you register. For example, in Colorado, a medical marijuana patient can possess no more than 2 ounces (57 g) of marijuana and cultivate no more than 6 plants. In other states, such as Illinois, patients are not allowed to grow their own marijuana. There may also be restrictions on where and how you can use marijuana. For example, in Pennsylvania, a medical marijuana patient can't smoke marijuana, use it in a public place, use or possess it on school grounds, or give it to anyone else. It's illegal to drive or operate heavy machinery while under the influence of marijuana, even in places where marijuana use is legal. Tell your doctor that you want to apply for an ID card. It can be hard to open up to your doctor about wanting to try medical marijuana, but it's important to be forthright about your needs and expectations. Explain to your doctor in an open and straightforward way that you are interested in trying medical marijuana and would like to apply for a medical marijuana ID. For example, you might say something like, “Over-the-counter medications aren't doing much for my pain, and I don't want to use opioids. Can we look into getting me approved for the medical marijuana program?” Ask your doctor to recommend a physician with medical marijuana experience. Some doctors are more open to prescribing medical marijuana than others. If you're interested in incorporating marijuana into your treatment plan, talk to your primary care doctor. If they don't feel comfortable prescribing it themselves, they may be able to recommend a doctor who can. They can also provide a referral and relevant medical records to any doctor you decide to see about using medical marijuana. Ideally, you should work with a doctor who's already familiar with your medical history. In some states, such as Pennsylvania, physicians who want to approve patients for medical marijuana use must register with the Department of Health. Find out if your state maintains a list of approved physicians. Discuss how to use marijuana as part of your medical care. Before recommending you for a medical marijuana program, your doctor will want to discuss your treatment options with you. They can also give you important information about the risks and benefits of medical marijuana and counsel you on how to use it safely and effectively. To help your doctor make informed decisions about your care, be prepared to give them information such as: How long you've had the medical condition(s) you're hoping to treat What other treatment methods you've tried Any other medical conditions you have or medications you're currently taking Get a signed certification form or statement from your doctor. Most states with medical marijuana programs require a signed statement from your physician that you are an appropriate candidate for medical marijuana use. If your doctor agrees that medical marijuana is a good option for you, ask them to write a letter or fill out any required forms so you can submit them with your application. You can make the process easier by bringing in any required forms or paperwork for your doctor to sign. You can find medical marijuana recommendation documents by state on the Americans for Safe Access Website: https://www.safeaccessnow.org/state_by_state_recommending_cannabis. Gather your proof of residency and any other required documents. Once you're ready to apply for your ID card, get together all the paperwork you need. At minimum, this will probably include proof of identification and residency (such as some form of state ID that shows your current address), medical records proving that you've been diagnosed with a qualifying condition, and a signed recommendation from your doctor. Visit your state's medical marijuana program website and read their application instructions to determine what kind of documentation you need. In some states, such as Florida, your doctor must begin the application process for you by submitting their recommendation directly to the medical marijuana program registry. In these cases, you may only need to provide a copy of your ID or other accepted proof of residency. In some states, such as Maryland, you will also need to provide a photograph of yourself. Visit your state’s online registration site and fill out an application. Most states with medical marijuana programs allow you to apply online. Go to your state or territory's medical marijuana website and look for a link that says “Register,” “Apply for an ID Card,” or something similar. From there, you can create an account and begin the application process. Follow the prompts to complete your application and upload any requested documentation. For example, you can find links to apply for a medical marijuana card on the Pennsylvania Department of Health's Medical Marijuana Program website: https://padohmmp.custhelp.com/app/login. If you live in a state where your doctor must begin the application process for you, such as Florida, you'll get an email with a temporary user ID and password from the medical marijuana registry. Depending on where you live, you may also be able to complete a paper application. Ask your doctor or local health department if this is an option. Pay any applicable fees. Most medical marijuana programs charge a fee for initial registration and renewal of your card (typically once a year). Application fees vary from one state to another, but they can cost anywhere from $25 to $250. Follow the instructions for paying your fee when you complete the application. In some states, you may qualify for a reduced fee if you can demonstrate financial need (e.g., if you qualify for SNAP benefits). Wait to receive your permanent ID card in the mail. Most states with medical marijuana programs will provide approved patients with an ID card. Once you've filled out your application, you should receive instructions on how to receive or pick up your card and an estimated timeline for when it will become available. In some cases, you may be able to print out a temporary ID card or use a copy of your approved application as your ID until your permanent card arrives. Bring your ID card to a licensed dispensary or clinic to get marijuana. Once your ID card is available, you can use it to legally purchase medical marijuana. To ensure that you're getting safe, legal, high-quality products, visit a licensed dispensary or clinic in your area. Your doctor may be able to recommend a reputable dispensary, or your state's medical marijuana program website may offer a list of licensed dispensaries in your area.
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Find out if your state or territory has a medical marijuana program. Look at your state’s list of qualifying conditions to see if yours is listed. Check whether you meet local residency requirements. Review any additional requirements or restrictions for your state’s program. Read about local laws governing how you can use medical marijuana. Tell your doctor that you want to apply for an ID card. Ask your doctor to recommend a physician with medical marijuana experience. Discuss how to use marijuana as part of your medical care. Get a signed certification form or statement from your doctor. Gather your proof of residency and any other required documents. Visit your state’s online registration site and fill out an application. Pay any applicable fees. Wait to receive your permanent ID card in the mail. Bring your ID card to a licensed dispensary or clinic to get marijuana.
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How to Condition Your Horse
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To condition your horse, start with a warmup to prevent stress and injury. For example, have your horse walk around for 5 minutes and then do a light posting trot. If your horse is really out of shape, start with 10 minutes of longeing. Once your horse is warmed up, do a brisk trot for 2 to 5 minutes at a time with walking breaks in between for 45 minutes or so. You can also build your horse's strength by having it walk up short, steep hills, stopping every 10-15 minutes to check its respiration. Let your horse rest for a few minutes if it gets winded. To increase stamina, gradually build your horse up to loping or cantering in a circle. After any conditioning session, have your horse walk on level ground for 10-15 minutes to cool down.
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Examine your horse or have a vet examine them. Determine your horse's current weight and physical condition. If they are severely underweight or limping, you don't need to be giving them tremendous amounts of exercise. It's best to care for them until they recover rather than rush the process and try to ride him now. Keep in mind that a horse under 3 years old is almost never ready to be put under a hard workout or conditioning schedule - it's too stressful for them, and you can harm them by doing so. Stick to light riding for young horses. Horses in their late 20's will need special conditioning as well, as their age makes them more likely to become injured or overworked quickly. Determine the amount of exercise your horse is currently getting. Before you can begin making changes to your horse's exercise routine, you must first figure out the amount they workout at this point in time. Is your horse stalled for most of the day/night or winter, or do they have a large paddock to run around in? How frequently are they ridden, and for how long? What is the highest level of work they've done with you recently? Take your horse’s heart rate. In order to determine the amount of physical increase that can be performed, you need to know your horse's heart rate. Hold a stethoscope to the chest or shoulder of your horse, and count the number of beats you hear in one minute. A healthy horse will have a resting heart rate of 35-42 beats per minute. Then, have your horse perform some moderate exercise and allow them to cool down for 10-15 minutes. Take their heart rate again. A healthy horse will have their heart rate return to 35-42 BPM after only 10-15 minutes. If this is the case, they are able to increase in their physical activity. If your horse's heart rate has not returned to normal after a 15 minute rest, the amount of physical activity they perform should be increased very slowly and over a long period of time. Set a conditioning schedule. To start, you should not be conditioning your horse more than three days a week - especially if your horse has been out of shape for several months. In off time, leave your horse out to pasture, preferably with another horse. They'll get even more exercise naturally that way, with no work on your part. After about six weeks - the amount of time it takes to regain basic cardiovascular and ligament strength - you can begin increasing the difficulty of the work. Warm your horse up. In order to prevent injury after such a long period of time off work, you must always warm up your horse prior to heavy exercise. Walk your horse around for five minutes, followed by a bit of light posting trot. This will help to increase heart and respiration rate without putting their ligaments and muscles (the parts most likely to become damaged) at risk. If your horse is too out of shape to be put under tack yet, you can longe them for 10 minutes or so at differing speeds. Trot the horse. Trotting, or hacking, is very helpful in getting any horse into shape. Western or English, gaited or stock, a horse can build endurance and stamina by trotting. Start out at a brisk trot (extended trot) for about 2-5 minutes straight. Stop your horse. Is he winded? You can tell if a horse is winded or out of breath by feeling with your legs. If they are rapidly heaving in and out, then walk the horse forwards or in a circle and wait until his breathing returns to a normal rate. Once the horse has recovered, trot him again for a couple of minutes. Let this go on for about 45 minutes to an hour of stopping, walking and starting again. Over a couple of months, you will increase the time you spend trotting by a few minutes here and there (assuming your horse is ready for it), and continue trotting for longer periods of time. Ride up and down hills at a walk. This will condition both the muscles in the hindquarters and many other muscles the horse doesn't use often. It is very important that you maintain a walk. A horse that is trotting or jogging up hills will not build as much muscle, though most horses prefer to move quickly up hills and avoid straining their muscles. You might have to hold them back a little. Steep, short hills are best for building muscle, but you can go much farther on a hill that slowly inclines. If you find a tall, steep hill then go a quarter mile or so up the hill, turn around, and go back down. When going up a steep hill, never heave back on the reins or use them to keep your balance. This could cause the horse to lose his balance. Lean far forward in the saddle when going up a hill, with your feet back a little, sit deep in the saddle, and tip your feet slightly forward going down a hill. Stop every 10-15 minutes to check your horse's pulse and respiration. If both are very high, give your horse a few minutes to cool down before continuing. Don't do this for longer than an hour at a time. Lope or Canter circles. Loping circles is a good way to condition a horse; it will help them make quicker turns and will build stamina. Some horses take a while to catch on to loping circles and may require training to be able to lope a good circle. You may want to begin by walking the circle, since this gives you a chance to establish the size of your circle. Start out with a large circle. Move up to a trot. Once your horse is comfortable trotting a circle, you can move up to a slow, steady lope. Once your horse can lope a good circle (keep in mind it can take a few training sessions for them to learn this), you can increase the amount of time they can maintain a lope. A horse can't keep a lope or gallop for more than 1–3 miles (1.6–4.8 km), so don't push too hard with this exercise. Make sure and work the horse on circles going in both directions, so that they don't become one-sided. Cool down after each conditioning session. The same concept as warming up, cooling down lets the horse slowly return its heart and respiratory rates back to normal. This also helps it to literally cool down, as their sweat begins to evaporate. Cool down by walking along level ground for 5-10 minutes after your workout. Slowly increase the difficulty. After several weeks performing each individual exercise or task, you can increase the difficulty of the workout. Your options are threefold: choose to increase the duration of your workout, the speed at which it is performed, or the distance you go. Increasing two or more of these simultaneously puts your horse at risk for constant fatigue and physical injury. Take adequate breaks from work. Equally as important as conditioning regularly is taking enough time off from work. Working your horse too hard is a recipe for disaster; there are several very dangerous ailments (azoturia, tying-up, thumps, etc.) that can arise when a horse is overworked. For the first 2-3 months, work should consist of 3-4 days on, and 1-2 days off.
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Examine your horse or have a vet examine them. Determine the amount of exercise your horse is currently getting. Take your horse’s heart rate. Set a conditioning schedule. Warm your horse up. Trot the horse. Ride up and down hills at a walk. Lope or Canter circles. Cool down after each conditioning session. Slowly increase the difficulty. Take adequate breaks from work.
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How to Naturally Lower Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
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To naturally lower your blood pressure during pregnancy, try to exercise for at least 30 minutes a day. If you're new to exercising, start with a low-intensity workout, like walking or swimming. Additionally, add more potassium-rich foods to your diet, including bananas, melon, and sweet potatoes, as well as whole grains. You should also avoid high-sodium foods, alcohol, and caffeinated drinks, which can all elevate your blood pressure.
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Exercise for 30 minutes a day if your doctor approves it. Inactive women are at a higher risk of hypertension than those who exercise. So whether you are already pregnant or plan on conceiving, talk to your doctor about starting an exercise program. Try to exercise for at least 30 minutes a day or most days throughout the week. If you are a beginner, try low-intensity walking or swimming. Always talk to your doctor before starting an exercise program and ask if it is safe for you to do certain activities. Monitor your weight so you gain healthily. Having excess weight on your body is a risk factor for hypertension, but you'll need to gain weight so that your baby can grow. Follow your doctor's advice to gain a healthy amount of weight throughout your pregnancy. To help stay on track, eat a healthy diet and exercise daily. Preeclampsia is associated with hypertension and weight gain during pregnancy, so it is important to avoid gaining too much weight and to avoid gaining weight too quickly. Preeclampsia can lead to kidney and liver problems for the mother and complications for the baby. Having extra weight on your body also increases the risk of other health conditions during pregnancy, such as back aches, exhaustion, leg cramps, hemorrhoids, gestational diabetes, heartburn and aching joints. Reduce stress because it can elevate your blood pressure. Being stressed can cause elevated blood pressure whether you are pregnant or not. Try eliminating known triggers for stress if possible. Don't overwork yourself while you're pregnant. If you work over 41 hours per week, this can increase your risk for high blood pressure. Try relaxation techniques such as meditation , visualization , and yoga. These can bring serenity to your body and mind and help reduce your stress level. Try controlled breathing to calm your body and mind. Breathing techniques, such as diaphragmatic breathing, can help calm your body and mind and provide stress relief. In addition, by engaging the diaphragm (the muscle at the base of your lungs) you can make your breathing more powerful and reduce the strain to the other muscles in your neck and chest Lie comfortably on your back or sit on a chair. If lying down, place a pillow under your knees to keep them bent. To feel your diaphragm move, place your hands on the chest and below the rib cage. Slowly inhale through your nose so that you feel your stomach move up. Slowly exhale through your mouth by counting to five while tightening your abdominal muscles and letting them fall inward. Repeat and keep your breathing regular and slow. Listen to music to help lower your blood pressure. Studies have shown that listening to the right type of music while slowly breathing for at least 30 minutes a day can lower blood pressure. Listen to calming and relaxing music such as Celtic, classical, or Indian or if you have a favorite slow music that inspires and relaxes you, listen to that. Avoid loud and fast music, such as rock, pop and heavy metal, as these might have the opposite effect on you. Stop smoking if you do and avoid secondhand smoke. You likely know that smoking carries health risks. Besides being a danger to your baby, smoking can also raise your blood pressure. If you are pregnant, you should quit smoking immediately. It's very hard to quit, but you may be able to use quitting aids. Talk to your doctor about methods to stop smoking that are safe for you and your baby. Avoid salt and high-sodium foods, which increase your risk. Although your body requires sodium in small amounts, consuming too much sodium is bad for you and can lead to hypertension, heart disease and stroke. If you suffer from high blood pressure, take steps to reduce your sodium intake: Do not add salt to foods when cooking but use other spices instead (cumin, lemon pepper, fresh herbs). Rinse canned foods to remove sodium. Buy foods that are labeled “low sodium” or “sodium free.” Avoid processed foods, such as crackers, fried items, and baked goods, that often are high in sodium. Also avoid eating fast food and ask for reduced sodium when ordering in restaurants. Consume more whole grains and fresh produce to get fiber. A high fiber diet may help reduce your risk of hypertension. Fortunately, it's easy to get fiber from the healthy foods you're likely already eating. Incorporate more whole grains, fresh veggies, and fruit with the skin on it into your diet. This will help you consume at least 25 grams of fiber each day. Make sure you get at least six to eight servings of whole grains every day. Switch refined grains to whole grains, such as brown rice and whole wheat pasta and bread. Eat potassium-rich foods to help lower your blood pressure. Potassium-rich foods should be a part of your hypertension management diet. Foods you should add include sweet potatoes, tomatoes, kidney beans, orange juice, bananas, peas, potatoes, dried fruits, melon and cantaloupe. Keep your target potassium levels moderate (around 2,000 to 4,000 mg a day). Indulge with dark chocolate. Dark chocolate may help lower blood pressure, though it might not work the same for everyone. Eat dark chocolate whenever you're craving a treat. Choose a bar that has at least 70% cocoa. Eat a half an ounce of dark chocolate that has at least 70% of cocoa per day. Because dark chocolate is high in calories, be sure not to overindulge. Avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks. Besides being bad for blood pressure, caffeine and alcohol also have other negative health effects to you and your baby during pregnancy. Thus, you should avoid both, especially if you suffer from high blood pressure. Drinking caffeine during pregnancy has been linked to declined placental blood flow and a risk of miscarriage. Although more studies are needed to confirm the effects of caffeine, it is best to switch to decaf during your pregnancy. High alcohol consumption is known to raise blood pressure and it is also known to have negative effects on your unborn baby. Before drinking any alcohol, even just one glass of wine, consult your doctor. Add soy and low-fat milk products to help lower your blood pressure. A clinical study demonstrated that systolic blood pressure can be lowered by adding these foods to your diet. Add low-fat or fat-free dairy products (such as milk, cottage cheese, yogurt) to your diet. If you are lactose intolerant, try a milk alternative, such as almond, coconut, or hemp milk. You can also try soy milk, but you may want to limit soy products during pregnancy since it may increase estrogen levels in your fetus. Go easy on the amount of cheese you eat (even low-fat) due to their high sodium content. Ask your doctor if the medications you’re taking are safe during pregnancy. Hypertension is a side effect of some medications. Talk to your doctor about your medications and find out if they are safe to use while you're pregnant. They can help you make the best decision for managing your health during your pregnancy Don't stop taking your medications without first talking to your doctor. Visit your doctor if you have several high blood pressure readings. If you know you're at risk for high blood pressure during your pregnancy, it's best to test your blood pressure often. You can do this at a local drug store or using a home blood pressure kit, if you have one. If your blood pressure reading is consistently high over a 1-week period, go see your doctor to get checked out. Your blood pressure is considered high if your systolic reading is between 130 and 139 mm Hg and your diastolic pressure reads between 80 and 89 mm Hg. See your doctor immediately if you develop symptoms of preeclampsia. Try not to worry because your doctor will be able to offer you treatment options if you do have preeclampsia. However, it's important that you get checked out as soon as possible to make sure you're okay. Your doctor will help ease your mind and get you any treatments you need. Call them immediately if you notice these symptoms: Severe headaches Blurry vision, seeing lights, or temporary loss of vision Pain in your right side under your ribs Nausea or vomiting Sudden swelling in your face and hands (which may be normal) Shortness of breath Ask if you need a medication to treat your high blood pressure. If lifestyle changes aren't enough to manage your condition, you may be able to take certain medications. Your doctor will decide which medication is safest for you to take, as some high blood pressure medications aren't safe during pregnancy. Be sure to take your medicine exactly as instructed, and don't stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to do so. Traditional treatments like angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blockers, and renin inhibitors are typically considered unsafe to take during pregnancy. However, there are some options available.
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Exercise for 30 minutes a day if your doctor approves it. Monitor your weight so you gain healthily. Reduce stress because it can elevate your blood pressure. Try controlled breathing to calm your body and mind. Listen to music to help lower your blood pressure. Stop smoking if you do and avoid secondhand smoke. Avoid salt and high-sodium foods, which increase your risk. Consume more whole grains and fresh produce to get fiber. Eat potassium-rich foods to help lower your blood pressure. Indulge with dark chocolate. Avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks. Add soy and low-fat milk products to help lower your blood pressure. Ask your doctor if the medications you’re taking are safe during pregnancy. Visit your doctor if you have several high blood pressure readings. See your doctor immediately if you develop symptoms of preeclampsia. Ask if you need a medication to treat your high blood pressure.
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How to Install a Remote Starter in a Car
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To install a remote starter in a car, disconnect the battery and remove the panel covering under the steering wheel. Next, connect the starter's black ground wire to the kick panel and solder the starter's power wire to the 12V wire attached to the car battery. Attach the accessory wire, then connect the ignition wire to the ignition output wire on the remote starter. Lastly, attach the starter wire and connect any security components you have.
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Make sure the remote starter you choose is compatible with your vehicle make and model. Read the box or contact the remote starter manufacturer to determine if it is compatible with your vehicle. You will want a starter that is compatible with your anti-theft system and secure. If it is not compatible with your anti-theft system, you will have to buy additional costly anti-theft bypass modules. Read the installation instructions carefully. Installation instructions vary according to different brands and models of remote starters. It is important to carefully read the installation instructions and find the wiring diagrams for your particular starter. If you choose a used unit or one that does not include directions, check out online instructions before making a purchase. Make sure the website is easy to use and has complete, printable directions and wiring diagrams that clearly show how to install a remote starter in your car. Read the owner’s manual and repair guides for your vehicle. Become familiar with the wires in your vehicle by looking over the manual and repair guides. Some standard wire connections include the starter, ignition, power and accessory controls like heat and air conditioning, security or alarm system, radio and power locks. Gather all the tools and equipment you will need. Consult your manuals to determine which tools you will need for your particular starter and vehicle. You may require a utility knife, wire cutters, wire strippers, soldering iron and solder, electrical tape, digital multimeter, wrenches and/or screwdrivers. A digital multimeter is recommended for testing during and after installation. Some remote starters will come with all the necessary tools so check your box. For example, many systems come with an LED circuit tester to find the necessary wires for installation. It is recommended that you solder all your wires together to form better connections. If you choose to solder you will need a soldering iron and safety glasses. Decide where to put the main module and open the area. It must be in a secure, hidden location that won't require extending the supplied wires. The usual position is inside the lower dash underneath the steering wheel. This way you can connect directly to the ignition wiring. Don't place it in the engine compartment or any area where it will be exposed to extreme vibration or heat. Possible alternative locations include spaces above the radio or glove compartment, the center console and above the dashboard fuse box. Go over the car to make sure everything is working properly prior to installation. Check the battery, switches, lights and other systems. If any electrical systems are not working correctly then you should fix them prior to beginning your installation. Remove the seat where the control module will be installed if possible. Removing the seat will give you more room to work while installing the system. If you cannot remove the seat then slide the chair all the way backwards. Disconnect the battery. When working on the electrical system of your vehicle it is safer to disconnect the battery to prevent any shocks. To test the wires you will need to have the battery connected but disconnect it while you are soldering wires together to be safe. When testing the wiring with the battery connected, make sure you do not probe any air bag circuit. Most of these are encased in a yellow cover for safety. Remove the panel covering under the steering wheel. Use a screwdriver to remove the panel covering the underside of the steering column. This is where you will access the wires to connect the starter. If the panel is not attached with screws then you might require a socket set to remove nuts securing the panel. Depending on your vehicle you may also need to remove the lower steering column cover to access the ignition switch harness. If your vehicle has an anti theft system, it is likely that you will need to remove this cover. If you choose to connect your remote starter to other functions such as the door locks and overhead lights then you will need to remove the kick panel as well. This is located on the lower left-hand corner of the driver's foot box. Connect all your wires properly. It is very important that you securely connect all your wires. Loose wires can cause injury or major property damage. It is best to solder all your connections to ensure that they are strong. You should also use heat shrink tubing where possible and a good quality electrical tape where you cannot. To connect wires first strip away about 1/2-1 inch (1-2.5 cm) of the coating around the wire. If there are two wires then split them and insert the attaching wire between them. Wrap the attaching wire around the stripped wire and solder them together using the soldering iron. Once they are securely attached, wrap electrical tape around the connection and use ties to hold them in place. Lightly tug on the wires to make sure they do not become loose. Connect the ground wire. The ground wire will be part of the starter and is often black. Connect this by screwing through the ring terminal into a clean, unpainted metal surface in the kick panel area. This wire is very important for the proper functioning of your vehicle. Because it is so important, it is better to connect the ground wire to a location in the kick panel as opposed to being close to the ignition switch in the dash. Also, it is better to use a separate grounding location to prevent feedback through wiring that may cause computer failures. Locate the 12V constant wire on the vehicle and attach the power wire of your system to it. The 12V constant wire is the one attached to the battery and is usually found in the bundle of wires attached to the ignition switch. You can locate this wire by reading the vehicle's manual and repair guides or testing with the multimeter. If you see any yellow or otherwise noticeable wires, do not touch them! These are the airbag wires and must not be tampered with or unplugged. To test the power wires using the multimeter attach it to the wire when the car is off and the key is out of the ignition. It should read around 12V (or the battery voltage) constantly. Some vehicles will have more than one 12V constant wire. In this case identify which is fused at a higher number of amps and attach your primary power wire to this one. If your starter has two power wires, attach the second power wire on the starter to the additional 12V constant wire. Use a soldering iron to connect all wires. This keeps them from falling apart and potentially damaging your vehicle. Add further protection by taping them completely. Find and attach the accessory wire. The accessory wire supplies power to heat and air conditioning controls and supplies 12V when the key is in the first (accessory) position. Attach the accessory wire on the starter to the accessory wire on the vehicle. To find this wire attach the multimeter while the key is in the “off” position. The voltage should be zero in this position. Turn the key into the first position but no farther. If you have found your accessory wire, the voltage will now read around 12V (11.5-14V). Check that the voltage goes to zero 'while' you are cranking the engine (it will read 12V before and after cranking). Some vehicles might have more than one accessory wire to control all the functions. In this case use a relay to connect additional wires. Locate and connect the ignition wire. The ignition wire supplies power to the fuel pump and ignition system and will be attached to the ignition switch under the steering wheel. The vehicle manual or repair guides should tell you which color this wire should be. Connect the ignition output wire on the remote starter to this wire. Once you have located this wire you can confirm its identity using the multimeter. Attach the multimeter to the wire while it is connected to a good ground wire and it should show no voltage. Turn the key to the first position and the voltage should still read zero. In the second position, before starting the car, there should be a voltage displayed on your multimeter. If there is, then you have identified the correct wire, if not then you must try again to locate your ignition wire. Some vehicles have more than one ignition wire. If so, use a relay to connect all additional ignition wires. Find and attach the starter wire. This will only show a voltage while the vehicle is being cranked, or turned on. It supplies power to the starter solenoid when turning your vehicle on. Connect the starter wire output on your remote starter to this wire by soldering the wires together. Locate a potential starter wire to test with the multimeter. The voltage should be zero when the key is in all positions except while cranking the engine. If you think you have found the wire, start with the key in position two and then crank the engine. The voltage should read zero while the key is in position two, show 12V while cranking and then go back to zero if you release the key before the engine turns over. Connect the parking light and brake wires. The brake wire is usually found at the switch harness above the brake pedal but can also be found along with the parking light wires in the kick panel on the way to the rear of the vehicle. Connect these wires to the parking light and brake output wires on the remote starter. To find the brake wire press the brake pedal down while the car is on and use the multimeter to test the wire. The multimeter should read between 11.5-14V while the brake is pressed down. The brake wires in particular are important to connect because they prevent someone from driving off in your car while it is running from the remote starter. Locate and connect the tachometer wire to the tachometer output wire on the remote sensor. This is required by the remote starter so that it disengages the starter once the car has started. It can usually be found in the engine distributor or coil pack. To locate the tachometer wire look for the engine distributor by following the spark plug wires to where they junction at a distributor and find a small wire harness which should have a tachometer reference. Alternatively see the owner's manual to determine the recommended tachometer wire's location. Connect any security, anti-theft and other optional components. Some systems might have additional steps for connecting to the door locks of the vehicle. Others might need a special system for getting around the anti-theft system that exists in your car. As always consult the manual or manufacturer of your remote sensor to find out which extra features your system has and where you should connect them. To connect to the door locks you can locate the wires in the driver's side door. You may need an external relay, of which there are many different kinds. However the four most common include positive trigger, negative trigger, reverse polarity and multiplex door lock systems. Consult your vehicle manual or repair guides to determine which system your vehicle uses. Use a relay to connect additional wires if there is more than one wire for power, accessory or the starter. A relay allows multiple wires to be connected together. There are many different designs, shapes and sizes but they all perform the same basic function. Connect the wires to the relay by wrapping them around the pins. Secure wires with tie wraps or screws to keep them away from moving parts. This will protect the wires and make the installation look tidy and neat. Connect the battery and test to see that all the functions work. Test your remote start and keyless entry systems as well as your brakes and brake lights to make sure everything has been connected properly and is working. If something fails to work, go back and check all the wires you have connected to see what went wrong. Make sure you test your vehicle to make sure it will start, run, and drive using your key normally. This will insure the installation did not affect any normal vehicle operations or cause any dash lights to illuminate abnormally. Replace the kick panel and the panel covering the ignition switch. Push the remote sensor and the wiring into the compartment and cover with the panel. Screw (or ratchet) the panel into place. Make sure not to pinch or screw into any wiring during installation.
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Make sure the remote starter you choose is compatible with your vehicle make and model. Read the installation instructions carefully. Read the owner’s manual and repair guides for your vehicle. Gather all the tools and equipment you will need. Decide where to put the main module and open the area. Go over the car to make sure everything is working properly prior to installation. Remove the seat where the control module will be installed if possible. Disconnect the battery. Remove the panel covering under the steering wheel. Connect all your wires properly. Connect the ground wire. Locate the 12V constant wire on the vehicle and attach the power wire of your system to it. Find and attach the accessory wire. Locate and connect the ignition wire. Find and attach the starter wire. Connect the parking light and brake wires. Locate and connect the tachometer wire to the tachometer output wire on the remote sensor. Connect any security, anti-theft and other optional components. Use a relay to connect additional wires if there is more than one wire for power, accessory or the starter. Secure wires with tie wraps or screws to keep them away from moving parts. Connect the battery and test to see that all the functions work. Replace the kick panel and the panel covering the ignition switch.
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How to Diagnose Lymphoma in Boxers
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To diagnose lymphoma in boxers, pay attention to swollen lymph nodes under your dog's jaw or behind its knee. You might also notice that your dog is losing weight, doesn't eat as much as it used to, and is thirstier than usual. Another symptom is anemia, which you can check by looking to see if your dog's gums are paler in color than normal. If you suspect your dog may be suffering from lymphoma, take it to the vet immediately since the earlier you catch the disease the greater your dog's chances of survival. At the vet, you'll need to authorize a physical exam, blood work, and possibly a biopsy of the lymph nodes.
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Pay attention to swollen lymph nodes. Swelling lymph nodes is one of the most recognizable symptoms for lymphoma. Swollen lymph nodes are most often noticed when the owner is petting the dog. The two most common places you may find them are under the jaw and behind the knee. Lymph nodes that can be felt through the skin are paired, left and right. The swelling tends to be symmetrical, so if the lymph nodes in front of the left shoulder are enlarged, the one on the right side may be also. Places to feel for enlargement include under the chin, in front of the shoulders, in the armpits, in the groin, and behind the knees. The swelling of the lymph nodes is not painful for the dog, so your dog may show no symptoms of pain. Many dogs with lymphoma are not obviously ill when first taken to the vet, so the swollen lymph nodes may be the only symptom. Monitor for changes in eating habits. Lymphoma that attacks internal lymph nodes may make your dog change his eating habits. He may start losing weight and stop eating as much as he used to. Your dog may become thirstier than usual. Your dog may also have stomach issues, like vomiting or diarrhea. Due to the increased thirst, you dog may urinate more. Look for declining health. If the internal organs are flooded with white cells, then the dog may become appear to suddenly decline. He may exhibit vague, general signs of signs of ill health, including a lack of energy. Your dog may stop participating in his usual activities or lay around more than usual. Your dog may also start breathing heavier and panting when there is no reason. Some dogs have episodes of fever. Your dog's face or legs may also swell. Check for anemia. Some cases of lymphoma involve anemia. The anemia is due to the bone marrow producing white cells rather than red cells. Your dog may also have bleeding problems, which is due to lack of production of platelets because of the higher production of white cells instead of red cells. To check your dog for anemia, look at his gums. If he has gums that are paler in color than normal, he is probably anemic. Take your dog to the vet. As soon as you believe your Boxer may have lymphoma, take him to the vet. The earlier you catch the lymphoma, the better chance your dog has for survival. If you feel any swollen lymph nodes, take your Boxer to the vet even if he is not showing any symptoms. Lymph nodes may appear without any other symptoms. If your dog shows signs of general declining or poor health, you should take your dog to the vet immediately since those signs might be due to a number of serious conditions. Get a physical exam. The first thing your vet will do is perform a thorough physical examination. The vet will feel the abdomen to check for enlargement of the spleen and any enlarged lymph nodes. The vet will also listen to the chest for any signs of difficulty breathing. She will also check to see if the heart is muffled as a result of lymph node enlargement. Perform blood tests. After the physical exam, the vet will perform a blood test to check organ function. The blood test will also look at the balance of red and white blood cells in the body. This cannot diagnose lymphoma, but it can point to a problem. If the numbers of lymphocytes are abnormally high, the cause will need looking into. If the physical examination turns up anything in the abdomen or the chest, the vet may arrange an ultrasound. Ultrasound scans of the abdomen or radiographs of the chest will check for enlargement of inguinal lymph nodes and also organ enlargement. This helps the clinician decide how far advanced the cancer is, which helps decision making with regard to treatment and survival times. Biopsy the lymph nodes. A definitive diagnosis is made by either biopsying one of the enlarged lymph nodes, or by taking a fine needle and sucking up a sample of cells through it. Then, the vet will examine the sample under a microscope to look at the cell types. This allows the histologist to see which cells are present and if they are normal or abnormal. The dog will be put under anesthesia to perform the biopsy. Pain is usually minimal afterwards, but a vet can prescribe pain meds if your dog is in pain due to the biopsy. In the event of a sample being inconclusive, there is now a blood test available which can confirm if lymphoma is present. The CBLT looks for biomarkers given off by lymphoma. It is also a useful way of giving advanced warning of this condition even before lymph node enlargement happens or as a warning that a relapse is about to happen. Learn the treatment for lymphoma. If your dog has lymphoma, he can be treated and go into remission. Treatment of lymphoma consists of chemotherapy drugs given over a few months or weeks. In some cases, the dog may undergo radiation or surgery. The success of treatment depends on how advanced the condition is when diagnosed, which cell type is producing the lymphoma, and how responsive that individuality is to treatment. Most dogs can go into remission and live nine to 14 months. Learn what lymphoma is. Lymphoma arises as a result of the body producing too many white cells. These white cells are part of the immune system, and their job is to fight infections. However, when too many are produced, they overwhelm the body and get soaked up in the organs where they cause enlargement. The location of which organ soaks up the lymphocytes determines which type of lymphoma develops. The main types of lymphoma are multicentric, mediastinal, gastrointestinal, cutaneous, and central nervous system. Multicentric is one of the most common forms of lymphoma since it affects the lymph nodes, which become swollen by the extreme number of white cells they contain. Some of these lymph nodes are internal while several can be felt through the skin. Know which breeds are at risk. Lymphoma can potentially affect any breed, although several breeds have an increased probability. The Boxer breed has an increased risk of lymphoma. Other predisposed breeds include the Basset Hound, Bullmastiff, Airedale, and Bulldog. This condition affects both middle aged or older dogs. It is relatively rare in young animals.
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Pay attention to swollen lymph nodes. Monitor for changes in eating habits. Look for declining health. Check for anemia. Take your dog to the vet. Get a physical exam. Perform blood tests. Biopsy the lymph nodes. Learn the treatment for lymphoma. Learn what lymphoma is. Know which breeds are at risk.
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How to Remove Odor from Your Shoes with Baking Soda
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To remove odor from your shoes with baking soda, start by putting 1 tablespoon of baking soda in each shoe, then shaking the shoes to spread it over the insoles. Next, let the shoes sit overnight so the baking soda can absorb the odors. In the morning, dump out the baking soda and wear your shoes as usual. Alternatively, if you want your shoes to have a nice fragrance, try mixing the baking soda with a few drops of an essential oil, such as citrus or lavender.
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Measure out at least 1 tablespoon of baking soda into each shoe. You need to use enough baking soda to cover the entire insole of the shoe. If you have big shoes, you may need to use more than 1 tablespoon of baking soda. Shake the shoe to distribute the baking soda across the insole. Tilt the shoe forward and back to help spread the baking soda across the insole. You can also jiggle the shoe from side-to-side as well. Be careful not to spill any baking soda—you want there to be lumps and clumps of it. Wait a few hours, preferably overnight. Extra-stinky shoes may require up to 24 hours. During this time, the baking soda will soak up any bad odors. It may also kill any odor-causing bacteria. Dump the baking soda out. Once the time is up, turn the shoes upside-down over a trashcan or a sink. Tap and shake the shoes to get the baking soda out. Don't worry if there is some baking soda dust left inside the shoe—it won't hurt you. If it really bothers you, however, you can always vacuum it up. Repeat the baking soda treatment as needed. If your shoes tend to get smelly often, you can repeat this once a week. Avoid using this too often on leather shoes, however, as the baking soda can cause the leather to become dry or brittle over time. If you have leather shoes that tend to get sticky, try leaving them in a well-ventilated area so that they can air out. A dryer sheet stuffed inside the shoe can help further freshen it up. Put 2 tablespoons of baking soda into a small bowl. You can also use a small, wide-mouthed jar instead. This is enough for one treatment. If you have very big shoes, you might want to double the amount. Add 5 drops of essential oil for fragrance. While essential oil does not really have any odor-zapping properties, it can make your shoes smell nicer. Choose something that smells refreshing. Great options include: Citrus Lavender Peppermint Tea tree Pine and cedar Stir everything with a fork. If you are using a jar, simply put the lid onto the jar and shake it. Keep stirring or shaking until you can't see any more lumps or clumps. Measure out 1 tablespoon of baking soda into the heel of each shoe. This may seem like it is a lot, but you shouldn't skimp on the baking soda. If you don't use enough, then the smell won't go away. Tilt the shoe downward, so that the baking soda goes down into the toe area. Don't rub the baking soda into the shoe, or you will have a hard time getting it out. You can shake and jiggle your shoe to help spread the baking soda across the sole, however. Let the shoes sit for several hours. It would be better if you let them sit overnight, or even for a full 24 hours. The longer you let the baking soda sit in your shoes, the more odor will be absorbed! Dump the baking soda into the trash or sink. Once the time is up, turn the shoes upside down over a trashcan or sink, and shake the baking soda out. You may have to tap the toe area to get it all out. Don't worry if there is some baking soda left inside your shoe; it is not harmful. If this really bothers you, however, you can vacuum any leftover baking soda up. Repeat as necessary. You can use this treatment up to once a week. Essential oil can get expensive however, so if it is starting to be a strain on your wallet, you could do a weekly treatment with just plain baking soda, and a monthly treatment with essential oil. Find two socks that you no longer use. The socks can be old or even mismatching, but they need to be clean and without any holes. Fill each sock with 1 to 2 tablespoons of baking soda. Gently shake the socks to help get the baking soda all the way down to the toe area. Tie the ends of the socks off with a piece of string or ribbon. You can also use a rubber band as well. Try to tie the socks off right above the bulge caused by the baking soda. Tuck each sock into the toe area of each shoe. The baking soda will absorb all of those nasty odors from your shoe, but the socks will help keep them clean. You won't have to worry about getting baking soda everywhere. Leave the socks in the shoes overnight. You can also leave them there for much longer—up to 24 or 48 hours. During this time, the baking soda will absorb any bad odors. Take the deodorizers out and wear your shoes. Keep in mind that the baking soda will eventually lose its deodorizing power. This is because it will have absorbed all of the odors in your shoes. You can expect the baking soda to last 1 to 2 months, however. Once the baking soda has lost its deodorizing power, you will need to dump the old baking soda out, and refill the sock with fresh baking soda. Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda over smelly flip flops or sandals. If you don't want to make a mess on your floor, place your shoes down on a tray or sheet of newspaper first. Cover the insoles with a thick layer of baking soda, and wait 24 hours. Once the time is up, shake the baking soda off of the shoes. If there is any residue, you can either vacuum it up, or wipe it off with a damp cloth. Deodorize sandals by putting them into a plastic bag with ½ cup (90 grams) of baking soda. Place the sandals into the bag first, then add the baking soda. Tie the bag shut tightly, and shake it. Leave the shoes in the bag for 24 to 48 hours, then take the sandals out. Shake off any excess baking soda. This method may be safe to use on leather sandals, but it is best used sparingly. If you use it too often, your sandals may become dry and brittle. You can also use a large, plastic, zippered bag instead—as long as your sandals can fit comfortably inside. Clean dirty and smelly flip flops with a paste made from baking soda and water. This will not only scrub any dirt away, but also help deodorize them as well. In a small dish, combine some baking soda with enough water to make a paste. Scrub the paste into the flip flops using an old toothbrush. Wait 5 minutes, then rinse them clean with fresh water. Let them air dry before wearing them again. You can also use an old manicure brush instead. If the flip flops still smell, repeat the process, but with salted water instead. Salt has natural deodorizing properties. You can also use Epsom salt instead, which is good for neutralizing bad odors. Give rubber flip flops a soak in baking soda and water. Fill a small, plastic tub with one part baking soda and 10 parts water. Stir it to combine, then add the flip flops. Leave the flip flops in the water for at least 12 hours; 24 to 48 hours would be better. Once the time is up, take the flip flops out, and let them air dry. This method may be used on sandals, as long as they can be soaked or washed. If the flip flops won't stay down, weigh them down using heavy jars or rocks. If you are using a shallow tray, place the flip flops face-down; most of the smell is in the insoles.
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Measure out at least 1 tablespoon of baking soda into each shoe. Shake the shoe to distribute the baking soda across the insole. Wait a few hours, preferably overnight. Dump the baking soda out. Repeat the baking soda treatment as needed. Put 2 tablespoons of baking soda into a small bowl. Add 5 drops of essential oil for fragrance. Stir everything with a fork. Measure out 1 tablespoon of baking soda into the heel of each shoe. Tilt the shoe downward, so that the baking soda goes down into the toe area. Let the shoes sit for several hours. Dump the baking soda into the trash or sink. Repeat as necessary. Find two socks that you no longer use. Fill each sock with 1 to 2 tablespoons of baking soda. Tie the ends of the socks off with a piece of string or ribbon. Tuck each sock into the toe area of each shoe. Leave the socks in the shoes overnight. Take the deodorizers out and wear your shoes. Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda over smelly flip flops or sandals. Deodorize sandals by putting them into a plastic bag with ½ cup (90 grams) of baking soda. Clean dirty and smelly flip flops with a paste made from baking soda and water. Give rubber flip flops a soak in baking soda and water.
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How to Get Affordable Veterinary Care
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To get affordable veterinary care if you have a sudden large vet's bill, talk to your vet about whether they're prepared to offer options for payment in instalments. For example, start by explaining why it is hard to make the payment, then ask your vet it if might be possible to pay over three months of bi-weekly payments. If your vet agrees, make a payment plan together that indicates how much money you'll pay each time so you're both clear about what is due by when. You might also raise the possibility of exchanging something you can offer as a service in return for the vet's services, such as walking dogs, grooming pets or cleaning out their boarding facilities. For future visits, shop around to see if you can find a cheaper veterinary service elsewhere.
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Purchase pet insurance. You can buy health insurance for your pet. This is a great option if you have an older animal or one with severe or chronic injury or illness. It's also a great way to be proactive when you adopt a new pet. Look at different plans. Just like health insurance for people, there are a variety of options for animals. You can get a plan that will cover basic emergencies, like a sudden injury. You can also get more comprehensive plans that will cover all types of care. Ask your vet if there is a particular company that is easy to work with. You also want to make sure that your vet accepts the insurance you choose. Contact your local shelter. Maybe your pet has recently become ill or injured. Unplanned vet bills can add up quickly, and be really stressful. Your local animal shelter might have ways to help. Call your shelter and ask about the type of health care they provide. Many shelters have onsite clinics that offer care that is more affordable than the average veterinarian. Your shelter will have a lot of information about local resources. If they don't have a clinic onsite, ask if they have a recommendation for one nearby. Some shelters also have loan or grant programs that can help defray medical costs. Ask for information about these types of options. Seek financial assistance. In addition to your local shelter, you might be able to find other organizations that can help you. There are non-profit and charitable organizations that are dedicated to helping pet owners care for their pet. Do some research to find one that could work for you. The Humane Society is a great place to start. Humanesociety.org offers a state-by-state listing of affordable vet care. The Humane Society can also help you find the right fit for your particular animal. For example, there are breed-specific foundations such as Corgi Aid and Labrador Lifeline. Head to your local library. The reference librarian can help you search for additional non-profits that might be able to help your pet. Raise additional funds. You might find that you simply need more money to pay for vet bills, and you need it quickly. Take steps to find access to additional funds. Consider getting a line of credit. Care Credit is a credit plan specifically for medical needs, including your pet's. Many vets accept Care Credit. Having some flexible credit is a good way to avoid getting behind on your pet's bills. Just make sure to read all of the terms and conditions. Try fundraising. Use a site such as Give Forward to raise money for your pet's medical needs. Ask about payment plans. If you already have a vet, you may not want to switch. However, you can still find ways to make pet care more affordable. Ask your vet if you can discuss different payment options. Talk to your vet (or office staff) about payment plans. With this option, you would be able to pay the bill in installments. Be specific. Try asking, "Would it be possible for me to make bi-weekly payments over the next 3 months?" Explain your problem to the vet. You can say, "I love how you care for my dog. But if we can't come to a compromise on a payment plan, I will need to look for other care." Offer your services. If a payment plan is not an option, you may be able to find another way to pay for your pet's veterinary care. Ask your vet if the office is willing to accept services in lieu of payment. You can use your skills to deduct money from your bill. Offer to walk dogs. Many of veterinary offices have dogs who are being boarded while receiving treatment. The office might need help walking them during the day or evening. Find out if they need help at the front desk. You don't need medical training to answer calls and make appointments. Be open to compromise. Ask your vet if there are additional ways you can help out around the office. Visit local universities. Check out a nearby veterinary school to see if they have a clinic. Students who are studying veterinary medicine often need to put in a certain amount of practical hours to learn their license. Call the school to get some information. Find out if the clinic takes appointments. If not, ask if there are monthly or weekly "community service" days. Veterinary schools usually offer free or greatly reduced medical care. Visiting a clinic is a great way to get affordable care for your pet. Some of these clinics are for limited income clients. Be prepared to show a recent paycheck. Shop around. Different veterinarians have different prices. Not all doctors are the same. Don't be afraid to do some comparison shopping. If you live in a metropolitan area, try going to the suburbs. Prices are often lower in smaller towns. Look for specials. Vet clinics offer discounts and sales, just like other businesses. Ask about discounts for new clients. Compare prices. If your pet needs a specific procedure, such as a teeth cleaning, phone several offices to find out which doctor offers the best rate. Be proactive. The healthier your pet is, the less likely it is that he will need expensive medical care. Take steps at home to keep your pet healthy and happy. There are several ways you can be proactive when caring for your pet. Feed him a healthy diet. Take care to feed your pet the right kind of food. For example, dogs do best with a hard kibble full of natural ingredients. Groom your pet. Grooming, such as brushing and bathing, can help keep your pet infection free. Play with your pet. Many pets, such as dogs and cats, enjoy play time. It will also help keep them at a healthy weight. Get regular check-ups. No matter how healthy your pet is, you will need to regularly take them to the vet. All animals need regular check-ups. Wellness exams can help you to avoid major medical issues in the future. Take your pet for an annual check-up. You can make sure they get their necessary shots at this time. Monitor your pet's health. Keep an eye out for symptoms of illness, such as change in behavior or weight loss. Call your vet anytime you notice a change in your pet's appearance or behavior. If may be expensive to go to the vet, but regular checkups will cost less than a major procedure down the road. Brush your dog's teeth. If you have a dog, one of the most important things you can do is to provide him with good oral health care. Many canine health issues are the result of poor oral hygiene. Brush your dog's teeth at home to avoid expensive medical bills down the road. Buy a toothpaste that is specially formulated for canine's. "People" products aren't safe for dogs. Brush your dog's teeth as often as he will allow. Ideally, you will brush his teeth each day. Other animals, such as cats, need good oral hygiene, too. Talk to your vet about how to care for your pet's teeth. Make a budget. All veterinary care can seem expensive if you are unprepared. When you have a pet, you should build pet health care into your monthly budget. Write down how much you expect to spend. Include basic items such as food, grooming tools, and toys. Write down the approximate cost for each item. Factor in the cost of annual wellness exams. This should also include the cost of vaccinations. Set money aside each month for future healthcare needs. For example, putting $20 aside each month can be very helpful if your pet ends up needing a pricey procedure.
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Purchase pet insurance. Contact your local shelter. Seek financial assistance. Raise additional funds. Ask about payment plans. Offer your services. Visit local universities. Shop around. Be proactive. Get regular check-ups. Brush your dog's teeth. Make a budget.
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How to Be a Role Model
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When you're trying to be a role model, setting a good example is key. For example, if you want to teach your kids to be kind, reinforce the lesson by being kind to others. It's also important to let those who look up to you know that it's okay to be imperfect by owning up to your mistakes and apologizing. Additionally, be consistent with your words and actions, and always do your best to follow through if you say you are going to do something.
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Practice what you preach. If you want to be a good role model for your children, then the most important thing is for you to do as you say. Of course, some rules that apply to your kids may not apply to you — you may not have homework to finish or a 9 pm curfew — but it's important to show them a good example of how to conduct yourself. Your children will be modelling your behavior and it's important to show them whatever you want to see from them. If you tell them to be kind, then don't let them see you bad-mouthing a waitress. If you tell them to have good manners, then don't talk with your mouth full. If you tell them to keep their room clean, then keep your room clean as well. If you're always asking your children to eat healthier foods, let them see you choosing a salad over fries once in a while. Apologize when you make a mistake. Don't put pressure on yourself to be a flawless parent who never makes a single mistake. That's impossible. Things go wrong, and sometimes, your temper will flare up or you'll say or do something that you will regret. That's perfectly natural. The most important thing is that you acknowledge the behavior and apologize for it instead of pretending that nothing ever happened. If you misbehave and try to brush it under the rug, then your children will get the message that they'll be able to do the same. If you've done something wrong, sit your child down, look him in the eyes, and show that you're really sorry. Make sure your child knows that you mean it, so that he understands how to apologize when he's done something wrong, too. Think out loud. Your children don't have to see you as the person who has all the answers. In fact, you can help them out more by showing them that you do have to struggle to find the right answer in certain situations by thinking aloud and inviting them into the process with you. When a tough situation arises, you can weigh the pros and cons with your children, and show them what goes into a decision-making process. This will show them that you're human and that when you say “no,” you're not just saying it categorically, but because you've put a lot of thought into it. However, you have to be careful not to take this idea too far; you don't want to end up having to explain your reasoning to your child every single time, or that may get exhausting and will lose its power. For example, you can say something like, “I wish I could let you play with your friends right now, but I want you to finish your science project first. Remember the last time you stayed up late finishing a project and how upsetting that was? I want you to get in the habit of doing your work first before having fun.” Whenever you do explain your reasoning to your kids, make sure they're actually listening because they're interested and not just because they keep asking why, why, why to get on your case. Follow through. Another must for any parent who wants to be a good role model is to back up what you say. If you tell your child she won't be able to go to the mall with her friends if she doesn't finish her homework, then you've got to stick to your guns, or you'll be seen as a pushover. Though it can be difficult, you can't let your children's apologies, emotional pleas, or cries of, “But everyone else's mom is letting him go!” sway you from your rules and ideas. Of course, you should always listen to your children and never make rules without thinking about them first, but once you make a mandate or a rule, then you've got to stick to it if you earn your child's respect. If your children see that you don't stick to your word, then they'll think it's okay for them to not stick to their words when it comes to saying they'll do their chores or come home at a certain hour. If you say you'll pick your kids up at a certain hour, make sure to be there. If you're late, apologize profusely. You don't want them feeling like they can't depend on you. Treat everyone, including your children, with respect. If you want to be a good role model for your children, then you have to treat everyone around you with respect, from handymen to your neighbors. You can't tell your children to be kind to everyone and then let them see you mad-mouthing your friend, yelling at a telemarketer, or just being snippy with a cashier. You also have to be kind to your children instead of being mean or inconsiderate to them, because they will definitely take that behavior to heart. If they see you being rude to a waitress, for example, they will model this behavior and will think it's acceptable. Even if you have a conflict with one of your peers or co-workers, don't let your siblings hear too much about it, especially if you're getting angry. You don't want them to think that it's okay to gossip about people. Be consistent. Another thing you have to do to be a good role model for your kids is to be consistent in the way you keep order in the household. If you have a rule that your children can't play with their friends until they've done their homework, then you have to enforce it every time, instead of making exceptions based on how badly your children want to play with their friends. If you say that your kids have to finish their vegetables before getting to dessert, then don't give up on that rule because your kid has started crying. If you make a lot of exceptions, then your children will be confused and will think it's okay to not be consistent in their own behavior, too. That said, there will be occasional times when you have to bend the rules and make exceptions, if the situation really calls for it. This is okay, too, and will teach your children not to have a black-and-white view on things. For example, if your daughter is going to her junior prom, it may be okay to let her stay out an extra hour or two past curfew, but only because it's a special occasion. If you have a partner, it's important to be a united front. You don't want to play bad cop, good cop with your partner and have your kids think that you and your partner won't give the same answers to their questions. Treat your partner with respect. Your relationship with your partner, if you have one, may be one of the most important relationships for your child to see. Though no relationship is perfect, you should show your children that two people can work together to love each other, compromise, and grow as individuals and as a couple. You may not think your behavior affects your children, especially when they're small, but they'll model the relationship behavior they see when they are old enough to have relationships of their own. Sometimes, you may get mad and raise your voice. If that happens, you don't have to pretend like everything is fine. If you know your children heard it, you can explain that things got a little out of control but that you're not proud of the behavior. Don’t play favorites. Of course, it can be nearly impossible not to play favorites when you're teaching a class with a student who is always falling asleep or texting sitting next to another student who is hanging on to your every word. When it comes time to give grades, students will be properly evaluated, but when you're interacting with your students in the classroom, you'll have to do the best you can to hide your biases so that you can foster a positive classroom environment. Try to call on all students equally, and not to make a point of praising the high-achieving students too much, or the other students will feel left out. If you are short with a student who hasn't been impressing you, then he won't be motivated to change. Follow your own rules. This one is pretty straight forward. If you tell your students not to be late to class, don't be late to class. If you have a no-cell phone policy, keep your phone off during class. If you tell your kids they can't eat in the classroom, don't chow down half a sandwich in the middle of a presentation. If you fall into this kind of behavior, your students will think of you as a hypocrite and will lose respect for you. What's more, you'll be modeling behavior that suggests it's okay for your students to break the rules. If you've broken one of your own rules, make a point of apologizing for it. Show an interest in the material. Whether you're teaching organic chemistry or basic grammar, if you don't care about the course material, then nobody else will. You have to show that you're excited about the War of 1812, the Canterbury Tales, factoring equations, or whatever it is you're teaching that day. Your enthusiasm will be infectious and will show students the importance of caring about what they're learning. If you act bored or sick of the same old material, then the students will follow suit. One of your goals, as a teacher, should be to show your students what it's like to have a passion for a certain subject. Your enthusiasm can lead them to develop a passion for your favorite subject, too, and this will be a great achievement. Admit your mistakes. This one is a bit tricky. You want your students to see you as the person with all the answer and the guy who administers the tests. However, sometimes things do go wrong — maybe you forgot an important point in the lesson, maybe one of your test questions didn't add up, or maybe you promised you'd have your students' essays back on time and didn't get to them. If these situations arise, you should tell your students that you've made a mistake and move forward from there. Swallowing your pride for thirty seconds will be worth it in the long run, because they'll see that they're fallible, too. Of course, this doesn't mean that you should allow students to question your every move, or for grade-grubbing students to go over every little part of every little exam with you. Find a balance between being open to admitting errors and not letting students question everything you do. Ask for feedback from older students. Though asking a class of third graders what they think of your lesson plans may not yield the best results, you can become a better teacher and a great role model if you ask older students for feedback about your teaching and lesson planning. If you're a college teacher, for example, asking for feedback at the end of your class can help you do your job better the next time around and will show your students that your ideas aren't set in stone and that you're flexible. Of course, it's a fine balance. You have to be aware of what's good for your students, even if it's not the most fascinating material, and which lessons are useless because your students don't actually learn anything. Be encouraging. If you want to be a good role model, then you should encourage your students to do well and to work harder in school. If they're struggling, then help them after school, give them additional resources, or give them extensive feedback on their essays to help them improve. When they show improvement, make sure you give them the praise they deserve. This models the idea of improvement and shows students that they can be better than they are; if you make a habit of being encouraging to good students and dismissive of weaker students, then you'll make students think that there's no room for improvement. To be a good role model, you shouldn't make students feel bad for performing poorly, or to praise high-achieving students too much. Instead, you should talk about how the subject matter can be quite difficult and leave room for questions so students can clear up anything they don't understand. Being encouraging about your student's progress will make you a good role model because giving them a drive to succeed in your class can also help them apply this determination to other realms of their life. Also, keep in mind that unfortunately, not all students get help or encouragement at home. Giving them a positive role model who offers encouragement can give them hope for the rest of their lives. Apologize when you’ve hurt your brother or sister’s feelings. It can be really hard to swallow your pride, especially when you're used to being in charge of your little brother and sister. However, if you've made a mistake, genuinely hurt your sibling's feelings, or just did something you regret, it's really important that you suck it up and say you're sorry. Not only will this show your sibling that you really do care, but it will send the message that they should apologize to you when they make a mistake. Make sure you really mean it and that you're not just doing it because it's what your mother or father told you to do, either. Say, “I'm so sorry for what I did,” instead of, “I'm sorry you got so mad at me,” to show that you're accountable for your actions. Be the more mature sibling. If you want to be a good role model, then you can't be the one throwing the temper tantrums, kicking the wall, or yelling at your parents. Your little sibling will want to be just like you, and it's up to you to act mature and take the high road instead of acting like a baby. Though you can't always be mature and reasonable, you can try to set a good precedent, so your sibling knows how to act. If you're in a fight with your sibling, don't stoop to his level and name call or start crying, and act more mature instead. This can be tricky, especially if there's not a huge age difference. Still, try to be more mature even when you're upset, and your sibling will try to do the same. Show that you’re not perfect. If you're an older sibling, then you may have this idea of yourself as being a shining, flawless example for your sibling at all times. Though this can be true in some cases, you should take the pressure off yourself and recognize that you're only human. When you've done something wrong, you can talk to your sibling about the behavior and explain what you would do differently, next time. Whether you've yelled at your mother or showed unsportsmanlike behavior at your soccer game, you can tell your sibling what happened and show that you regret the behavior. You don't want to cover up anything you've done wrong and act like you're always on top of your game, or your sibling will think that he or she should do the same when he or she makes a mistake. Life is all about learning from your mistakes, and it's important to talk to your sibling about them. Include your sibling in your activities when it’s appropriate. Of course, there will be times when you'll just want to hang out with your buddies and leave your kid sister out of it, and that's fine. However, if you're running errands for your mom, watching TV, or doing something that your kid sister or brother would be happy to do without bothering you too much, then it's important to let your sibling have that time with you when you can. You want to be a good role model of inclusion and family togetherness, so that your sibling doesn't feel compelled to leave you out of anything in the future. It's okay to get some alone time too, though. Not only is alone time healthy for everyone, but getting some time alone will also show your sibling that he or she should get some alone time for personal growth and reflection, too. If you want to do something on your own, explain why. If you want to be left alone for a while or want to just hang out with your friends, don't just tell your little brother to scram; instead, say something like, “I want to spend some time alone with my friend Jenny. You wouldn't want me to be around when you're just hanging out with your best friend, would you? It's nothing personal and we can hang out later.” This will not only strengthen your relationship, but it will show your sibling that he or she is also capable of offering reasonable explanations to people instead of being mean. Of course, you'll feel cooler if you just tell your sibling to leave you alone and slam the door, especially if your friends are around, but this sets a terrible example. Don’t compete. It's likely that your younger sibling will want to talk like you, dress like you, and be like you. This can be flattering and sweet, and it may just be something you have to deal with. However, you should avoid creating a competition between you and your sibling, whether it's over your looks, your grades, or your soccer skills. You want to be there to encourage your sibling to work hard, not to discourage your sibling from trying. If you set up a competitive relationship with your sibling, it's likely to carry on for the rest of your life, and can lead to some unpleasantness down the line. Remember that, since you're older than your sibling, it's naturally easier for you to do things faster and to be stronger or more skilled. Instead of pointing this out, help your sibling improve, and offer encouragement whenever you can. Do well in school. You don't have to be a straight-A student in order to be a good role model for your sibling, but you should try to show a general respect toward your teachers and your school. If you act like school is pointless, all the teachers are stupid, and that you don't care about studying for your tests or skipping school, then your sibling will surely follow suit. You don't want to set a precedent where your sibling thinks it's okay to not care about showing up to class or succeeding in school; this line of thinking can affect the rest of your sibling's life in a bad way. On the other side of the coin, if you're a stellar student while your sibling is struggling in school, you shouldn't flaunt your test grades and super achievements, either. Don't make your sibling feel bad about not catching up to you. Instead, take on the role of a mentor and help your sibling with his studying and homework as much as you can. Don’t pressure your siblings to do something more adult than they’re ready for. If your sibling is a few years younger than you, it can be tempting to get your sibling to join you when you smoke cigarettes, drink beer, or do something more adult with your friends. Your sibling may be desperate to please you, and you may think it's cute to get your little brother or sister to help you play a dirty prank on someone or even to break the law, but in fact, you'll be sending your sibling down a dangerous path. If you want to drink with your friends or do something else your sibling isn't ready for, keep the pressure off. Make it clear that your sibling is his own person and that he should never make decisions based on what you want. If your sibling feels like he should cater to your needs, he may be vulnerable to other people who want to boss him around.
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Practice what you preach. Apologize when you make a mistake. Think out loud. Follow through. Treat everyone, including your children, with respect. Be consistent. Treat your partner with respect. Don’t play favorites. Follow your own rules. Show an interest in the material. Admit your mistakes. Ask for feedback from older students. Be encouraging. Apologize when you’ve hurt your brother or sister’s feelings. Be the more mature sibling. Show that you’re not perfect. Include your sibling in your activities when it’s appropriate. If you want to do something on your own, explain why. Don’t compete. Do well in school. Don’t pressure your siblings to do something more adult than they’re ready for.
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How to Make Jello
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The easiest way to make jello is to use a powdered mix. Whisk together 1 cup of hot water with 1 packet of jello in a large bowl. Add 1 cup of cold water to the mixture and whisk it in. Pour the mixture into a jello mold and add some fruit, if desired. Let the jello set in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours, then serve.
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Whisk together 1 cup (240 milliliters) of hot water with 1 packet of jello in a large bowl. Keep whisking until no powdery granules remain, about 2 to 3 minutes. If you are using a larger, 6-ounce (170 grams) packet of jello, use 2 cups (475 milliliters) of hot water instead. This recipe uses the sweetened, flavored jello packets. If you are working with regular gelatin, click here to learn how to make jello from scratch. Add 1 cup (240 milliliters) of cold water into the mixture. If you'd like to make the jello set faster, use enough ice cubes to fill 1 cup (240 milliliters). Keep in mind that the jello will start to set up rapidly, so you will need to work quickly. If you are using a larger, 6-ounce (170 grams) packet of jello, use 2 cups (475 milliliters) of cold water. Pour the mixture into your desired mold and add some fruit, if desired. Once you add the fruit, give the jello a quick stir to disperse the fruit. You can use a baking pan, a bowl, or even a fancy jello mold. You can also use any type of fruit you'd like. Grapes, berries, and orange pieces are great choices! If you are using a baking pan, choose one that is 9 by 12 inches (22.86 by 30.48 centimeters) or 8 by 8 inches (20.32 by 20.32 centimeters). This is great if you plan to cut the jello into fun shapes using cookie cutters. If you are using a fancy jello mold and would like to add some fruit, fill the mold with ½ inch (1.27 centimeters) of jello first, then add your desired fruit. Fill the mold the rest of the way with more jello; don't stir the fruit. This will give you a pretty design at the top of the mold. Place into the refrigerator and wait until it sets, at least 2 to 3 hours. Depending on how cold your fridge is and how much jello you made, this can take overnight. You can test if the jello is ready by pressing your finger against it. If the jello sticks to your finger, it's not ready. If it doesn't stick to your finger, it's ready. De-mold the jello and transfer it to a serving plate. Dip the mold all the way up to its rim in warm water. Wait 10 seconds, then flip the jello out of its mold and onto a plate. If it doesn't come out easily, dip the mold into warm water for another 10 seconds. If you poured the jello into individual bowls, you don't have to de-mold it. If you poured the jello into a baking pan, you can cut it into cubes, or use cookie cutters to make fun shapes. If you are having trouble getting the shapes out, dip the bottom of the pan into warm water for 10 seconds. If you poured the jello into a large bowl, you can scoop it out using a melon scoop to make little jello balls. Serve the jello balls in a separate bowl. Serve the jello. You can serve it as is, or garnish it with some whipped cream or pieces of fruit. Sprinkle the gelatin over ¼ cup (60 milliliters) of cold water and stir. Pour the cold water into measuring cup, then sprinkle the gelatin over it. Stir it briskly until the gelatin thickens. If you are vegan/vegetarian and would like a more firm jello, use 2 teaspoons of Agar powder. You can also use 2 ounces of carrageenan instead. Stir in ¼ cup (60 milliliters) of hot water. The water should be very hot, but not yet boiling. This will soften the gelatin and make it more liquidy. Don't worry, the jello will thicken back up again. Add 1½ cup (350 milliliters) of fruit juice. You can use just one type of fruit juice, or you could use two different types of fruit juice for a more unique flavor. Apple, grape, orange, or pineapple juice are all great options. Take caution when using pineapple juice. Some people find that the enzymes in it prevent the jello from setting properly. Give the jello a taste. If it is not sweet enough for you, add some sweetener, such as agave, sugar, or stevia. Pour the mixture into your desired mold and add some fruit, if desired. Just about any type of fruit goes well in jello, including blueberries, orange slices, pineapple, and strawberries. After you add the fruit, give it a quick stir. If you want to cut the jello into cubes or fun shapes, pour the jello into a 9 by 12 inch (22.86 by 30.48 centimeters) or 8 by 8 inch (20.32 by 20.32 centimeters) baking pan. If you'd like to add fruit to a fancy mold, fill the mold with ½ inch (1.27 centimeters) of the jello mixture first, then add the fruit. Fill the mold the rest of the way with the rest of the jello mixture; don't stir. This will help create a nicer design. Cover the jello, then refrigerate it for at least 2 to 3 hours. You can also leave it there overnight. You can test whether or not the jello is ready by pressing your finger gently against it. If the jello sticks to your finger, it's not ready and needs to be refrigerated longer. If your finger comes out clean, the jello is ready. De-mold the jello and serve. You can serve the jello as it is, or with a dollop of whipped cream. You can also garnish it with extra fruit as well. If you chilled the jello in a baking pan, cut it into cubes or use a cookie cutter to make some fun shapes. If you chilled the jello in a bowl, consider using a melon scoop to make little jello-balls. If you chilled the jello in a fancy mold, dip the mold in warm water all the way up to the rim. Wait 10 seconds, then flip the jello out onto a dish. If it doesn't slide out easily, repeat.
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Whisk together 1 cup (240 milliliters) of hot water with 1 packet of jello in a large bowl. Add 1 cup (240 milliliters) of cold water into the mixture. Pour the mixture into your desired mold and add some fruit, if desired. Place into the refrigerator and wait until it sets, at least 2 to 3 hours. De-mold the jello and transfer it to a serving plate. Serve the jello. Sprinkle the gelatin over ¼ cup (60 milliliters) of cold water and stir. Stir in ¼ cup (60 milliliters) of hot water. Add 1½ cup (350 milliliters) of fruit juice. Pour the mixture into your desired mold and add some fruit, if desired. Cover the jello, then refrigerate it for at least 2 to 3 hours. De-mold the jello and serve.
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How to Use a Rivet Gun
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To use a rivet gun, start by using a standard twist drill to drill a hole in your material to fit the rivet. Then, attach the appropriate nozzle to your gun, such as a 1/8-inch nozzle if your rivet is 1/8 inch in diameter. Insert the longer part of the rivet into the gun and make sure the shorter end is already in the hole. Next, squeeze the handle trigger on the gun until the rivet pops into place. Once you've secured both materials with the rivet, discard the pin from the long side.
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Opt for blind rivets instead of solid rivets. Blind rivets can be installed from 1 side and create secure fastenings without the hammering process necessary for solid rivet installation. Standard blind rivets are the most affordable type and are great for holes that are regularly shaped and aligned properly. Use standard blind rivets for securing metal pieces that aren't going to carry lots of weight. To determine the maximum weight your rivets can hold, look at the back of the package for their shear strength. Never use standard rivets for situations that require a water-proof seal. If you're working with important structural joints, don't use blind rivets. Instead, use solid rivets with a pneumatic rivet gun. Select multi-grip rivets for situations that require high-strength fastening. These rivets have a wider grip range and always completely fill the holes in your metal due to their "bulbing" action. They are best suited for irregular, oversized, or misaligned holes, as well as situations where you're unsure of the optimal rivet length. Multi-grip rivet seals are weather and vibration-proof. Purchase sealed rivets when you need a tight seal that resists leaking. Sealed rivets possess an enclosed mandrel (the longer end) that creates a water-tight seal upon installation. They can fasten many kinds of materials and perform well across varying temperature fluctuations and thicknesses. If you don't need a water-tight seal, opt for standard rivets instead—they're typically cheaper than sealed products. Select interlock rivets for situations that require high-strength fastening. Interlock rivets are best if you need increased pull-out and shear strength, such as in structural applications. They come in large sizes that typically don't fit the smaller rivet guns. Interlock rivets work great for closing big gaps and preventing sheet movement. Purchase dome head rivets for standard materials and situations. Dome head rivets are the most common type for pop guns due to their versatility and simple application. They're best used for situations that require reliability and safety. For example, thousands of dome head rivets are used to create the structural frame of modern aircraft. If you're unsure of the applicability of dome heads for your situation, take a look at their packaging to determine the shear strength (listed as weight in pounds) that they can support. Use dome heads when connecting material similar to carbon steel, when the rivet is close to the edge of the material you are fastening. These blind rivets are also called round heads. Opt for flat head rivets to ensure a flush, tight fit. Flat rivets are countersunk and ideal for soft materials, which are defined as anything easily deformed by temperature extremes or fluctuations, such as polymers, granular materials, and soft biological materials. This is due to their large head that increases their load-bearing area. They are also ideal for situations where nearby rivets and structures make it impossible to accommodate round heads. Load-bearing area is the region that the load-bearing structure can reliably hold up. Select a rivet made from the same material as the metal you're joining. There are many different kinds of rivet materials. Always match the rivet to the type of metal you're attaching whenever possible. For example, aluminum metal should be fastened with aluminum rivets. If you're fastening leather with a rivet, always use copper, aluminum, or brass. Steel rivets will rust due to leather's tendency to retain moisture. Steel mandrels have a tendency to corrode, and can also create a reaction with surrounding materials. Avoid purchasing rivets that are made from steel mandrels paired with a stainless steel or aluminum body. Purchase a variety pack for a wide selection of rivets of different sizes and materials. Drill a rivet hole using a standard twist drill. The size of the hole you drill into your materials determines the appropriate rivet size. For example, a ⁄ 32 inch (0.40 cm) hole is created with a number 21 drill bit, and you'll need a ⁄ 32 inch (0.40 cm) rivet with the proper nozzle attachment. Electric twist drills are considered fire hazards when used on or near an aircraft. If you're installing rivets near an aircraft, use a pneumatic twist drill. Take a look at the following chart for rivet sizes and their corresponding drill numbers and drill sizes: http://navyaviation.tpub.com/14018/css/Drilling-Rivet-Holes-548.htm. Select a rivet size suitable for your materials. If you're installing the rivet around your home, chances are you will be using a ⁄ 8 inch (0.32 cm) sized rivet. Larger rivets come in ⁄ 32 inch (0.40 cm) and ⁄ 16 inch (0.48 cm) lengths, but are typically used for outdoor applications. Make sure the size of the rivet matches the drill holes you made. Each rivet is made of 2 preassembled parts: the body (tubular in shape) and the setting mandrel (the long side pulled out of the body). Attach the proper nozzle attachment tip based on your rivet size. The nozzle of your gun holds an attachment that secures your rivets. Most rivet guns come with 3 nozzle attachments located in their handle. These attachments can be removed using the small wrench also located inside their handle. To remove the attachments, use the wrench to turn them counterclockwise. After removing an attachment from the gun's handle, gently screw it into the nozzle by turning it clockwise with your hand. Use the small wrench to tighten it by continuing to turn it counterclockwise. Slide the rivet long-side first into the nozzle of your gun. Place the longer side of the rivet into the nozzle of your gun. The shorter piece is the end that is inserted through the 2 pieces of material you're attaching. Place the rivet through both materials and press the gun against it. Make sure that the shorter side of the rivet is fully through the holes in both of your 2 materials and your gun is parallel to the piece of metal. Put pressure on the gun so that the large end of the rivet is tightly pressed against the metal, and place your thumb on the top of the gun to hold it steady. Keep steady and apply consistent pressure before squeezing the trigger. Squeeze the handle trigger of the gun until the rivet attaches. Put pressure on the rivet as you squeeze the handle. Every squeeze will pull the metal pin in the rivet through the body. Once the pin's head reaches the small end of the rivet, it will begin compressing the 2 metal pieces together. Keep squeezing until you hear a pop and the pin snaps. If you make a mistake, remove the rivet using an electric drill or with a rivet removal tool. Discard the pin (the longer side of the rivet) after your gun pops and the rivet has secured both materials. Drill a hole for your rivet with a standard twist drill. After drilling your hole, you can determine the best rivet size. For example, ⁄ 16 inch (0.48 cm) holes are created with a number 41 drill and accommodate a ⁄ 16 inch (0.48 cm) rivet with the appropriate nozzle attachment. Never use an electric twist drill if you're working on or near an aircraft—they are considered to be a fire hazard. Use pneumatic twist drills instead. The following chart lists rivet sizes and the applicable drill numbers and drill sizes: http://navyaviation.tpub.com/14018/css/Drilling-Rivet-Holes-548.htm. Purchase solid rivets that match the size of the drill hole. Solid rivets are used for situations that require more safety and reliability than blind rivets can provide. Although they are more expensive, they are invaluable when working with important structural joints. Solid rivets cannot be used if 1 side of the structure is inaccessible. Opt for a slow-hitting gun for medium-sized rivets. Also called 3X guns, slow-hitting guns are the most common type of pneumatic rivet gun and are best for medium-sized rivets. They are easiest to control, and recommended for first-time users. Medium-sized rivets will be labeled as such. Slow-hitting guns typically have a repetition rate of around 2,500-blows-per-minute (bpm) and strike heavier blows. Select a fast-hitting gun when using soft rivets. Also known as 2X guns or vibrators, fast-hitting rivet guns are ideal for soft rivets (which are made of soft aluminum alloy). They continue to hammer as long as the trigger is held down. Keep in mind that they are harder to control than slow-hitting guns. Fast-hitting guns strike lighter blows at around 2,500 to 5,000 bpm. Purchase a one-shot gun if you're working with heavy-gauge metals. One-shot guns strike 1 blow with each squeeze of the trigger and are ideal when working with heavier materials (such as iron) and materials that crack easily (such as aluminum sheet metal) from repeated hammering. Use a one-shot gun to hammer aluminum alloy rivets, which are brittle and crack easier when driven with other rivet guns. Set your rivet gun's air pressure to match your rivet size. Air pressure (PSI) influences how much pressure you need to put on the trigger when using your gun. The bigger your rivet, the more air pressure you need. Always make sure that you change air pressures when switching between rivet sizes. A ⁄ 32 inch (0.24 cm) rivet requires 25 PSI, ⁄ 8 inch (0.32 cm) rivets require 40 PSI, and ⁄ 32 inch (0.40 cm) rivets require 60 PSI. Attach a cup set that matches your rivet. Pneumatic guns come with cup sets designed for particular rivet sizes. They are made of 2 parts: a shaft that inserts into the gun, and a polished area that meets the head of the rivet. Use flush cup sets for flush rivets and universal sets (also known as domed head sets) for universal rivets. A spring on the end of the gun holds your rivet sets in place, allowing you to swap set sizes as needed. Insert the rivet through its hole and hold it in place with the tip of the cup set. Slide the rivet into the hole using your hand. Afterwards, hold the rivet gun so it is horizontal with the top side of the metal. The tip of the cup set is the polished area that attaches to the shaft inserted into the gun. Hold a bucking bar against the shop head of the rivet to absorb impact. The shop head refers to the end of the rivet that initially has no head. The bucking bar is held against this end with 1 hand, while the factory head on other side of your metal piece is held against the rivet gun. Bucking bars are made of a few pounds of steel and possess a polished face. They come in many shapes and sizes to accommodate a variety of areas. Purchase a bucking bar from an online supplier or head to the closest industrial tool and supply company. Engage the gun squarely with the rivet head and squeeze the trigger. With your bucking bar held firmly in place and the gun engaged with the rivet head, squeeze the trigger for a few moments until your rivet is in place. Triggers are designed to tease airflow, giving you precise control over the strength and duration of the impacts delivered through each rivet set to its head. The amount of time you need to hold the trigger depends on the power of your gun and its air pressure. You can remove the rivet using an electric drill or rivet removal tool if you make a mistake.
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Opt for blind rivets instead of solid rivets. Select multi-grip rivets for situations that require high-strength fastening. Purchase sealed rivets when you need a tight seal that resists leaking. Select interlock rivets for situations that require high-strength fastening. Purchase dome head rivets for standard materials and situations. Opt for flat head rivets to ensure a flush, tight fit. Select a rivet made from the same material as the metal you're joining. Drill a rivet hole using a standard twist drill. Select a rivet size suitable for your materials. Attach the proper nozzle attachment tip based on your rivet size. Slide the rivet long-side first into the nozzle of your gun. Place the rivet through both materials and press the gun against it. Squeeze the handle trigger of the gun until the rivet attaches. Drill a hole for your rivet with a standard twist drill. Purchase solid rivets that match the size of the drill hole. Opt for a slow-hitting gun for medium-sized rivets. Select a fast-hitting gun when using soft rivets. Purchase a one-shot gun if you're working with heavy-gauge metals. Set your rivet gun's air pressure to match your rivet size. Attach a cup set that matches your rivet. Insert the rivet through its hole and hold it in place with the tip of the cup set. Hold a bucking bar against the shop head of the rivet to absorb impact. Engage the gun squarely with the rivet head and squeeze the trigger.
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How to Cook Frozen Tuna Steak
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Before you cook frozen tuna steaks, place them in the microwave for 5 minutes on the defrost setting. If you can't bend the steaks after 5 minutes, return them to the microwave for another 5 minutes to make sure they're completely defrosted. Then, cover the tuna steaks with oil, soy sauce, salt, and pepper in a plastic bag. Leave the steaks to marinate for 10 minutes, or place them in the fridge overnight if you have time and want a stronger flavor. Once the steaks have marinated, heat some oil in a pan over a medium heat. Add the steaks and sear them for 2 1/2 minutes on each side. Finally, slice the steaks into small pieces and serve.
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Leave the tuna steak in the packaging to thaw. Fish is normally sold in plastic bags or another type of plastic wrapping. For tuna steaks and other fish, there's no need to remove the bags when thawing the fish. The tuna steak will still properly thaw when wrapped in the plastic bag. Place the tuna steak in the fridge. It's very important that you don't leave the tuna steaks out at room temperature in the kitchen or elsewhere in the house. Fish spoils easily and the fridge will thaw the tuna steak while also keeping it cool at the same time. Room temperature defrosting will thaw the outside layers of the tuna steak while the inside layers go bad. Use a thermometer to make sure your fridge is 5 °C (41 °F) or cooler. This is the right temperature for defrosting fish. Leave the tuna steak in the fridge overnight. While it might only take the tuna steak a few hours to thaw in the fridge, you want to be sure that it's completely defrosted before using it. By leaving it overnight, you give the tuna steak enough time to properly defrost. Don't leave the tuna steak in the fridge for longer than 24 hours. The longer the fish is in the fridge, the higher the chances of it going bad. Remove the tuna steak from the fridge the next day. Now that you gave your tuna steak the entire night in the fridge to defrost, you can remove it from the fridge. Take the tuna steak from the plastic bag and inspect it to make sure there's no signs of frost or ice. Weight the tuna steak on a weighing scales. Most microwave manuals have instructions on how to defrost different types of frozen food. Generally, the first step is to weigh your tuna steak. Place the tuna steak on your kitchen weighing scales or on a paper towel on top of your household weighing scales. Make a note of the weight of the tuna steak on a piece of paper or on your phone. Put the microwave on the defrost setting and enter the tuna steak weight. If your microwave doesn't ask for the tuna steak's weight, you can just defrost the fish in 5-minute intervals. If it does ask, it'll tell you how long the fish will need to defrost. Check the tuna steak every 5 minutes to see if you can bend it. After 5 minutes, take the fish out of the microwave and use some light pressure to see if you're able to bend the tuna steak. If it's still too rigid or tough, place it back in the microwave for another 5 minutes. Flip the fish over after the first 5 minutes have passed. You want the fish to be evenly thawed, which will also make cooking easier. Don't be worried if you can bend the fish but it still looks icy or cold. Once you can easily bend it, the fish is defrosted. Cover the tuna steaks with soy sauce, oil, salt, and pepper. Place your tuna steaks on a clean plate. Pour 2 tbsp (30 mL) of soy sauce and 1 tbsp (15 mL) of olive oil over the steaks. Next, sprinkle salt and pepper over the steaks. Try to cover the tuna steaks as evenly as possibly when adding these items. Use as much salt and pepper as you'd like. Add in some cayenne pepper if you want to add an extra dynamic to the taste of the steaks. Let the tuna steaks marinate in a container or bag. Place the tuna steaks into a large container or resealable bag. You can let the steak soak in the ingredients for 10 minutes if you're in a hurry. If you have the time, let the steaks marinate overnight. Letting the steaks marinate overnight will ensure you get maximum flavor from every bite of the steaks when they're ready to eat. Heat a large pan on medium-high to high heat until hot. Add 1 tbsp (15 mL) of olive oil to the pan and give the pan a few minutes to heat up. Don't let the pan get too hot as your tuna steaks will burn very quickly when added to the pan. Add the tuna steaks to the pan and sear. Sear the steaks for 2.5 minutes on each side for medium rare steaks. Sear for 2 minutes on each side for rare steaks, 3 minutes on each side for medium steaks. Slice the steaks into .5 inches (1.3 cm) slices and serve. Use a sharp knife to cut the steaks into pieces of this size. You can serve the steaks garnished with green onions or on a bed of salad. If you want to keep the tuna steaks for leftovers, store the tuna steaks in a fridge and consume within 3 days of refrigerating. Rub the tuna steaks with the garlic, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Lay your tuna steaks out on a plate. Cut your cloves of garlic and rub the chopped garlic over the tuna steaks. Sprinkle as much salt and pepper as you like over the tuna steaks to add flavor. Add some cayenne pepper for extra flavor. Place the tuna steaks in resealable bags and soak in lemon zest. Open the resealable bags and place your steaks into the bags. Add 2 tbsp (30 mL) of lemon zest into the bags and seal the bags. Shake the bags to scatter the lemon zest over the steaks. You can also lay the resealable bags flat on the table or another surface and rub the zest into the steaks. Open the bags and drizzle olive oil over the tuna steaks. Add 1 tbsp (15 mL) of olive oil to each bag and push out all the air from the bag before sealing it again. Shake the bags to spread the olive oil over the tuna steaks. Put the tuna steaks in the fridge overnight to marinate. Leave the tuna steaks in the resealable bags and place them in the fridge overnight to marinate. This will ensure that the lemon zest and olive oil soaks into the tuna steaks. Remove the tuna steaks from the fridge the next morning before you heat up the grill. Light your grill and let it heat up for 15-20 minutes. Gas grills are easy to turn on. Simply make sure that the lid is open when you're lighting the grill. If you have a charcoal grill, don't light it with lighter fluid as this will make your food taste like chemicals. Use a chimney starter to light your charcoal grill. Gas grills will need 10 minutes to properly heat up. Give your charcoal grill around 20 minutes to heat up. Chimney starters can be bought for a cheap price online or at your local electrical store. Add the tuna steaks to the grill. Remove the tuna steaks from the resealable bags before you add them to the grill. Grill one side until the red tuna starts to turn beige in color on the side. Flip the tuna to the other side and grill that side until there's only a tiny bit of pink showing on the side. When the sides are almost fully beige, your tuna steak is grilled. Serve the tuna steaks. You can serve the tuna steaks with a salad or your favorite dressing. Green onions also go well with tuna steak. If you want to keep the tuna steaks for leftovers, place them in a container and put the container in the fridge. Consume the steaks within 3 days.
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Leave the tuna steak in the packaging to thaw. Place the tuna steak in the fridge. Leave the tuna steak in the fridge overnight. Remove the tuna steak from the fridge the next day. Weight the tuna steak on a weighing scales. Put the microwave on the defrost setting and enter the tuna steak weight. Check the tuna steak every 5 minutes to see if you can bend it. Cover the tuna steaks with soy sauce, oil, salt, and pepper. Let the tuna steaks marinate in a container or bag. Heat a large pan on medium-high to high heat until hot. Add the tuna steaks to the pan and sear. Slice the steaks into .5 inches (1.3 cm) slices and serve. Rub the tuna steaks with the garlic, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place the tuna steaks in resealable bags and soak in lemon zest. Open the bags and drizzle olive oil over the tuna steaks. Put the tuna steaks in the fridge overnight to marinate. Light your grill and let it heat up for 15-20 minutes. Add the tuna steaks to the grill. Serve the tuna steaks.
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How to Tell if Your Wisdom Teeth Are Coming in
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To tell if your wisdom teeth are coming in, use a flashlight and mirror to look at your back teeth and check for any swelling or redness, which could be signs you're getting your wisdom teeth. Also, try chewing on some food or gum with your back teeth to see if you feel any pain, which is another sign your wisdom teeth are coming in. If you notice your teeth shifting, or if you're experiencing a constant dull pain around your jaw, talk to your dentist so they can help you figure out if your wisdom teeth are to blame.
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Don't always expect symptoms. If wisdom teeth fully erupt (come in) through the gums straight, well-spaced and positioned properly in relation to other teeth, then they often cause no pain or inflammation and don't need to be removed. In addition, some people may not develop wisdom teeth at all. It's only when they partially erupt, lack enough space, grow crooked and/or get infected that they become problematic and need to be removed. Wisdom teeth don't fully erupt in everyone. Sometimes they remain completely hidden within the gums and bone, or they may only partially erupt. The American Dental Association recommends that people between 16–19 years old get their wisdom teeth evaluated by a dentist. The longer your wisdom teeth stay in your mouth after the age of 18, the more developed the roots become, making them more difficult to remove if they are problematic. Look out for gum or jaw pain. Even wisdom teeth that erupt normally through your gums can cause mild symptoms. Look for mild pain, a feeling of pressure, or dull throbbing in the gums near the opening of your throat or in the nearby jaw bone. Erupting teeth can irritate the sensitive tissues that make up your gums (called gingiva). The pain will be more severe if the wisdom teeth are crowded and grow crookedly — they can cut into delicate gum tissues. Pain is subjective — mild pain for some, might be intolerable for others. The point is, some pain can be entirely normal for erupting wisdom teeth, so give it some time (at least a few days) before seeing your dentist. Eruption of wisdom teeth is not continuous, so every three to five months you may experience the same pain for a few days. The wisdom tooth eruption influences the bone position of the other teeth so you may find that your teeth begin to shift. If the wisdom teeth are not able to erupt normally, they may become trapped or impacted within your jawbone. This increases the risk of infection (see below). The pain from erupting wisdom teeth can get worse at night if you have a habit of clenching your jaw and/or grinding your molars. Chewing gum may also aggravate the pain caused by wisdom teeth. While the pain typically goes away without professional intervention, there are a variety of ways to help ease the pain for you to try in the meantime. Watch for redness and swelling. Wisdom teeth can also trigger redness and swelling (inflammation) in the gingiva. You may be able to feel the swollen gums with your tongue. They make it more difficult or uncomfortable to chew food while inflamed. Take a small penlight and shine it into your mouth while looking in a mirror. Wisdom teeth are the very last teeth (most posterior) in each row. Look for the top of the teeth (cusps or crown) poking through the gums and see if the tissue looks redder or swollen (called gingivitis) than other areas. The swelling usually goes away after a week or so. While looking in your mouth, you might see some blood around the protruding wisdom tooth, or your saliva may be tinged red. This is relatively uncommon, but not rare. Other causes of blood can include gum disease, canker sores or mouth trauma. You might see a "gum flap" over your erupting wisdom tooth, which is known as a pericoronal flap. This is normal and doesn't usually cause any problems. While your rear gum tissue (gingiva) is swollen, it might be difficult to open your mouth. You may need to drink fluids through a straw for a few days. You may also find it difficult to swallow. Your dentist may prescribe some anti-inflammatory medication for you to take for a few days. Lower wisdom teeth are close to your tonsils, which may swell, giving you the feeling of getting a cold or sore throat. Be on the alert for an infection. Partially erupted (also called impacted) wisdom teeth, as well as ones that grow crooked, greatly increase the risk of an infection. Impacted and crooked wisdom teeth can create little pockets of space underneath in the gums around the tooth, and infections can develop in that tissue. Common signs of an infected wisdom tooth include: considerable gum swelling, severe pain, mild fever, swollen lymph nodes in your neck and along the edge of your jaw, pus around the inflamed tissue, bad breath and an unpleasant taste in your mouth. The type of pain associated with an infected wisdom tooth is often a constant dull ache combined with infrequent sharp and shooting pains. Pus is a grayish-white color and made from white blood cells of the immune system. These specialized cells rush to the infection site to kill bacteria, then they die and form pus. Bad breath can also be caused by trapped and rotting food underneath pericoronal flaps. Check your front teeth for crookedness. Even if your wisdom teeth grow in crooked and become impacted within your jaw bone, they may not cause pain and other noticeable symptoms. However, with some time (even just a few weeks), they often start to crowd other teeth and push them out of alignment. This "domino effect" can eventually affect your teeth that are visible when you smile, making them twisted or crooked looking. If you think your front teeth are suddenly getting crooked or twisted, compare your current smile to older photographs. If your wisdom teeth are pushing others too far out of place, your dentist may recommend you have them removed. Once wisdom teeth are removed (extracted), other crooked teeth can slowly become realigned again naturally after a few weeks or months. Chronic pain and swelling is not normal. Although some short-term tolerable pain and inflammation is normal with erupting wisdom teeth, chronic (long-term) pain and swelling is not. Wisdom teeth that fully grow in above the gum line don't usually cause much pain or swelling beyond a few weeks. Severe pain and inflammation that lasts for more than a few weeks is more common with impacted wisdom teeth that remain in the jaw bone. Impacted wisdom teeth that lead to severe and/or chronic symptoms should be removed. People with small jaws and mouths are much more likely to have impacted wisdom teeth that cause significant pain and swelling. Although impacted wisdom teeth might not directly cause symptoms, they can promote decay in other teeth or surrounding gum tissue that can lead to long-term pain. Deciding when to go to the dentist depends on your pain tolerance and ability to be patient. As a general rule, if the pain keeps you from getting sleep (without medication) for more than three to five days, then it's best to get your teeth checked out. Massage your gums with your finger or some ice. Gently massaging a clean (sanitized) finger back and forth or in small circles over your tender gums can provide temporary relief. Be careful not to rub too hard because you could disrupt or damage the pericoronal flap and trigger more irritation, swelling and/or bleeding. If you can tolerate it, use a small ice cube to combat inflammation and dull the pain. The ice will feel shockingly cold initially, but the tissue around the erupting wisdom tooth should get numb within five or so minutes. You can use ice three to five times daily or as needed to deal with tenderness. Make sure to trim your fingernails and sanitize your finger with alcohol wipes in order to prevent transferring bacteria onto your gums. You can make an infected wisdom tooth worse if you don't practice good hygiene. Ask your dentist if he can recommend a desensitizing cream or ointment that you can massage into your inflamed gums. Using cold compresses and sucking on frozen treats (Popsicle, sorbet or ice cream) may also help soothe tender gums. Take over-the-counter (OTC) anti-inflammatories or painkillers. Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) is a good anti-inflammatory that can combat pain and swelling associated with a symptomatic wisdom tooth. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is a good painkiller and a strong antipyretic, which means it can fight a fever, but it doesn't impact inflammation. The maximum daily dosage of ibuprofen and acetaminophen for adults is about 3,000 mg, but always read the directions that come with medications. Taking too much ibuprofen (or taking it for too long) can irritate and damage the stomach and kidneys, so take the medication with food. Taking too much acetaminophen is toxic and damaging to the liver. Alcohol should never be combined with acetaminophen. Use antiseptic mouthwash. Using an antiseptic or antibacterial mouthwash can help treat or prevent infections and pain in the gums and teeth. Mouthwashes with chlorhexidine, for example, can help to both relieve swelling and pain, and keep your mouth free of infection. Ask your dentist or pharmacist for OTC recommendations. Whichever brand you choose, hold it in your mouth for at least 30 seconds and try to swish it around the back of your mouth where the erupting wisdom teeth are. Swishing around the pericoronal flaps may also help remove any trapped food, plaque or debris. Make a natural and inexpensive antiseptic mouthwash by adding a half-teaspoon of table salt or sea salt to a cup of warm water. Gargle for 30 seconds, then spit and repeat three to five times daily or as needed. Gargling with diluted vinegar, fresh lemon juice, diluted hydrogen peroxide or with a few drops of iodine in water are all effective for combating infections in your mouth. Wormwood tea is also a great adjuvant that helps gums fight with the inflammatory process.
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Don't always expect symptoms. Look out for gum or jaw pain. Watch for redness and swelling. Be on the alert for an infection. Check your front teeth for crookedness. Chronic pain and swelling is not normal. Massage your gums with your finger or some ice. Take over-the-counter (OTC) anti-inflammatories or painkillers. Use antiseptic mouthwash.
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How to Memorize How Many Days Are in Each Month
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To memorize how many days are in each month, learn how many months have 30 days by repeating the line, "30 days have September, April, June, and November." Then, remember that February has 28 days by repeating, "When short February's done, all the rest have 31." If you struggle to memorize this poem, try listening to recordings of it. Alternatively, make an acronym using the first letters of September, April, June, and November, such as "Sarah and June nap," so you know that these months all have 30 days.
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Remember the first half of the poem. There is a nursery rhyme used to teach children the days in the months. The first line reminds you how many months contain 30 days. The first line goes, "30 days have September, April, June, and November." You can remember, based off this line, that September, April, June, and November each have 30 days. You may have to repeat it a few times to commit it to memory. Commit the second half to memory. The second half of the poem reminds you that February is a short month, and which months have 31 days. The line goes, "When short February's done, all the rest have 31." Excluding September, April, June, November, and February, all the months have 31 days. You may have to repeat this line a few times to remember it, as with the first line. Try repeating the whole poem a few times, after memorizing the first and second line. This can help you commit the whole poem to memory. Remember a single word for each line. If you're struggling to remember, a simple trick can help. Try to remember a key word from each line of the poem, and find a way to associate that word with the line. Imagine something to do with said month that reminds you of the rest of the line. For example, most schools start in September. You can picture a student multiplying 10 by 3 to get 30. This may help you remember, "30 days has September." Consider giving each month a symbol in the 30 set a symbol. For example, September could have a book and April could have an umbrella. June could have a sun and November could have a turkey. Continue using tricks like this throughout the rest of the lines of the poem. This can help you better remember it. Listen to recordings of the poem. Simple repetition is a great means to memorize poetry. Find recordings of the poem online. A site like YouTube may have recordings of the poem. Play these recordings to yourself over and over again, and try to recite the lines along with the recordings. This can help you memorize the poem. If you can't find a recording online, record yourself saying the poem with your phone or computer. Play the recording back to yourself while you recite the poem along with it. Add a small alteration to remember leap years. Some people do not struggle to remember the days in February, as it's only one month. However, if you frequently forget the days in February, you can try memorizing an alteration of the poem instead. This alteration goes, "30 days has September, April, June, and November. All the rest have 31. Save February, with 28 days clear, and 29 each leap year." You can memorize this version of the poem using the same tricks you used to remember the first version. Ball your hands into fists and place them together. You can also use your knuckles to remember the number of days in each month. To start, ball both your hands into fists. Then, hold both your fists in front of your face. Push your two balled fists together, so your two thumbs and two index fingers touch. Count the months working with your knuckles and grooves. You should start with January at the leftmost knuckle. You will count the months by moving across your fists, counting each knuckle and groove as a month. Start with the outermost knuckle on your left hand. This is the knuckle made by your left pinky. This is January. Move to the groove just to the right of your leftmost knuckle. This is the groove between the knuckles made by your left pinky and ring finger. This is February. Keep moving across your two hands, naming each knuckle and groove the name of a different month. Do not count the knuckles on your thumbs. When you reach the knuckle made by your left index finger, move immediately to the knuckle made by your right index finger. Do not count your thumb knuckles, or the gap between your hands. The knuckle made by your left index finger should be July. The knuckle made by your right index finger should be August. Remember that months that land on a knuckle have 31 days. The months that land on your knuckles are January, March, May, July, August, October, and December. All these months have 31 days. Understand months that land on a groove have 30 days, excluding February. The months that land on the grooves of your knuckles should be February, April, June, September, and November. These months all have 30 days. If you don't end up with these months landing on your grooves, you might have skipped a knuckle or groove, or counted the gap between your hands. Start over and go slower. Try an acronym. An acronym can help you remember the names of the months. An acronym is a memory device in which you make up a word or sentence using the first letter in a group of terms you must memorize. This can easily be used to help you remember the days in each month. The first letter of September, April, June, and November are S, A, J, and N. You could make a sentence like, "Sarah And June Nap." January, March, May, July, August, October, and December all have 31 days. The first letters (D, J, M, M, O, J, and A) can make: "Justin Must Make Diced Apricot Orange Jam." Use a mnemonic device. Mnemonic devices help you remember complicated information by associating an image with information. For example, if you want to remember that February has 28 days most years, picture hearts forming the numbers 2 and 8. Hearts are related to February because of Valentine's Day. Find ways to connect months. If you can find ways to make connections between which months have which number of days, it can be easier to remember. Facts are easier to remember if you can make some connection. For example, September, April, June, and November all have 30 days and beginnings. School begins in September; spring starts in April and summer starts in June. The day after Thanksgiving in November is the beginning of the Christmas season. You may not be able to link all the months with 31 days, since there are so many, but you can still find small connections between small groups of months. For example, January is harsh and cold, while March is dreary and rainy. October contains Halloween, a frightening holiday. All these months have certain qualities that are scary, fierce, or harsh.
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Remember the first half of the poem. Commit the second half to memory. Remember a single word for each line. Listen to recordings of the poem. Add a small alteration to remember leap years. Ball your hands into fists and place them together. Count the months working with your knuckles and grooves. Do not count the knuckles on your thumbs. Remember that months that land on a knuckle have 31 days. Understand months that land on a groove have 30 days, excluding February. Try an acronym. Use a mnemonic device. Find ways to connect months.
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How to Stop a Dog's Unwanted Behavior
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To stop a dog's unwanted behavior, speak and react to your dog calmly rather than yelling at it, since dogs don't respond well to verbal or physical punishment. You can say "No!" firmly and in a tone of voice reserved only for bad behavior. Be sure to remove any objects, toys, or plants that negatively stimulate your dog and reward good behavior with verbal praise and treats to positively reinforce that behavior!
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Determine the cause of your dog's behavior. Remember that your dog makes all of his choices out of his own self-interest. What is your dog getting for this behavior? Is it your attention, good or bad? Is it turning into a fun game for your dog? After establishing what is causing your dog to act in such a way, you'll better understand how to change his behavior for the better. Think broadly about your dog's behavioral issues. Most likely, your dog is acting badly for a number of reasons. You should consider a number of factors including its diet and the amount of time it spends exercising or locked up in a kennel/cage/room. Look at your behavior. Do you leap to the dog's beck and call by yelling at it or cajoling it to stop? Maybe this is exactly what your pooch wants from you. Even angry attention is attention — your dog craves to be noticed and be part of the pack. If you only notice or give attention when your dog is acting up, you are responsible for "training" him to be bad. Look at your dog’s environment. Is there something almost “irresistible” in your dog's space? This might take some detective work or it may be incredibly obvious! If your dog chews on slippers, remove them. If your dog can't help but bark at people walking outside your house, obstruct its view. Set your dog up for success. When your dog behaves properly, you can reward it. Without triggers, your dog will behave better. Consider his diet. Is there a pattern to the start of his bad behavior that coincides with a change of diet? A lot like some kids with food or additive intolerances, some dogs can be intolerant of a particular ingredient or preservative in a food and it shows it's as hyperactivity and bad behavior. If you suspect this to be the case, run a detox and either put him back on his original diet, or give him a bland (chicken and rice) diet for a couple of weeks and see if his behavior improves. Don’t physically punish your dog. If you have punished your dog more than three times for the same behavior, your punishment is not appropriate. Remember - the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results! Punishing your dog will damage your relationship with your dog and possibly make the problem worse. A punishment does not have to be physical. Find alternatives that don't injure or scare your dog. Do not hit or hurt your dog in any way. This breeds vicious, scared dogs, not lovable, huggable pooches. Never hit your dog. Just say "No!" firmly instead.Your dog will make the connection between his behavior and what you did to stop him. Remove physical stimulants. If there are certain objects, toys, and plants in your house or garden that appear to "set off" your dog, remove them. Give your dog a toy that it likes, that it will spend an hour playing with. Get a rawhide bone, a real bone, or a safe chew-toy. If there is some way to fill it with treats, your dog will spend even more time trying to get the treats out. Consider clicker training to train your dog. Clicker training is a method of delivering immediate praise with the help of a clicker. You can click faster than you can give a treat or pet your dog's head. As such, clicker training reinforces good behavior fast enough for a dog's learning speed. It works by creating a positive association between the click sound and rewards. Eventually, your dog will consider the sound of the clicker itself reward enough for good behavior. You can apply the principle of clicker training to any dog command. Click the clicker device, then immediately give the dog a treat. This creates a positive association with the click sound. Later, that sound will “mark” a behavior as correct so the dog knows that he did something right. When the dog performs a desired behavior, make the click sound, then give him a treat. Once he's performing that behavior consistently, you can give the behavior a command name. Begin tying the command and the behavior together with the help of the clicker. For example, before you ever teach your dog the "sit" command, give the click sound, a treat, and praise when you find him sitting. When he begins sitting just to get the treats, start saying the word "sit" to get him into position. Pair it with the click sound to reward him. Eventually, he will learn that sitting in response to the "sit" command will earn him a click reward. Reward the good behavior. When your dog does a behavior you do want, such as laying down instead of barking, reward him or her. He will be much more likely to repeat the desired behavior and less likely to repeat the "bad" behavior. When incentives for bad behavior are withdrawn and incentives for good behavior are introduced consistently, the dog will soon learn the preferred response. Tone down your behavior. Try to stop yelling, cajoling, or responding in any manner that gives the dog signals that you are excited, playful, dog-focused. Whilst you may feel very irritated, even angry, the dog may misinterpret this for playfulness or "joining in". Resist the temptation. Ignoring and silence is better than yelling — clean the mess up later after you send the dog elsewhere. Build trust. If your dog is running away from you and hiding, you have a lot of work to do to redevelop your damaged relationship with your dog. Your dog's trust in you has been damaged and it will take a lot of consistency and positive reinforcement training on your part to mend the broken relationship and turn it into something fabulous. Have patience. Dogs are slow learners. Your dog doesn't have the same contemplative powers that a human does. He can't learn from one situation and extrapolate for others. To fundamentally change a dog's behavior requires time and attention. If you have adopted your dog as an older dog with habits that seem to be set in stone, relax. The habits are not set. Remember, dogs are very context specific and that works to our favor. The dog now has a new pack and a new home and if you set the limits and expectations immediately when the dog arrives at his new home, he will learn. Sometimes when you are dealing with a hardwired behavior like a border collie that is herding the neighborhood kids instead of sheep, you cannot easily counter train that out. It is so much easier to manage the situation, rather than try to train him out of it. How quickly a bad behavior stops depends on how well established it is. If the problem is an ingrained habit, then it can be difficult to break the association between action and reward. In fact, in the short or medium term the bad behavior can get worse because the dog works even harder to try and get the reward. Understand that your dog learns by trial and error. You dog acts in a specific way because of an expected reward - whether it be food, play, or attention. When a dog behaves badly, think about what it gets out of it in terms of a reward and then make sure the reward does not happen. Unfortunately, to the canine mind attention is a huge addictive reward — which means shouting at your dog or telling him off is only rewarding the bad behavior. Any action can have three possible outcomes: a pleasant one, an uncertain one, or an unpleasant one. What matters is the dog's response to those outcomes. Each outcome evokes a different response. The pleasant outcome, means the behavior is likely to be repeated An indifferent outcome, means the dog may or may not repeat the behavior An unpleasant outcome means the dog is less likely to repeat the behavior. Now when you realize that shouting or chastisement is a reward, it puts a whole different complexion on reacting to bad behavior — you are making the problem worse not better. Understand that your dog makes direct connections. Dogs live in the moment. If your dog chews up your favorite shoe and you don't punish him immediately, your dog won't learn his lesson. If your mother comes home later, discovers the destroyed shoe, and slaps the dog, he will link the punishment to the owner who came home and for no reason slapped him. Thus he becomes wary of the owner. The dog learns nothing about the inherent evils of shoe chewing. Punishment isn't clear for dogs oftentimes. If you catch the dog in the act of chewing a shoe, and tell him off immediately, once again he might simply link the punishment to the owner rather than to the inanimate object he's destroyed. Think about your dog's routine. Remember that your dog is a creature of habit. Determine if your dog is boredom or anxious. Boredom and a surplus of energy can turn a normally well-behaved dog into a delinquent. Make sure he has plenty of regular exercise and plenty of opportunity to express physical energy chasing and running. This leaves him happily content when he gets back home and less likely to get up to mischief. If your dog is destructive when you're out, consider that he might be anxious or bored in your absence. Try giving him a toy that will consume his attention for 20 to 30 minutes — such as a Kong stuffed with dog food. In hot weather, stuff the Kong and pop it in the freezer overnight, so that he gets a cooling dog-food ice pop to keep his mind occupied whilst your out. The chances are if he gets over the initial half an hour without noticing you're gone then he's more likely to settle down for a nap afterwards.
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Determine the cause of your dog's behavior. Look at your behavior. Look at your dog’s environment. Consider his diet. Don’t physically punish your dog. Remove physical stimulants. Consider clicker training to train your dog. Reward the good behavior. Tone down your behavior. Build trust. Have patience. Understand that your dog learns by trial and error. Understand that your dog makes direct connections. Think about your dog's routine.
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How to Make a Fidget Quilt
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You can make your own fidget quilt from a few fabrics and craft items. To make the quilt, first cut out 3 squares each from 3 different types of fabric to give you 9 squares in total. Sew the squares together into 3 strips, using alternating fabrics to give it a patchwork look. Then, sew the strips together using 1/4-inch seams. Once you've sewn your quilt, you can add decorations, like beads, buttons, tassels, and yo-yos. A yo-yo is like a hair scrunchie with a closed back. To make one, cut a circle out of fabric and stitch around the edge. Then, remove your needle, pull on both ends of the thread, and tie the ends together. To make a tassel, just cut a few pieces of yarn to the same length, fold them through a hair tie so the ends are the same lengths, then tie another piece of string around the top of the yarn to keep it all together.
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Make a template of any size. A recommended size to start with is 5" by 5". Cut 3 squares of the same color of fabric. Put a clip on the square to hold your template to the fabric and make it easy to cut. Repeat two more times with each fabric color. Most completed fidget quilts are usually 17" by 21", but you can make yours at any size. Sew the squares together into strips. Sew the strips together using a 1/4 inch seam. This will become your top. Iron your top, making sure all the seams are ironed the same direction and are laying flat. Obtain several different yarns and ribbons. Your tassel can be any length you want. Cut all your ribbons and yarn to the same length. Pull them through a ring and fold it in half. Use a sturdy piece of string or yarn to tie everything together at the top. This should be removable and not washable, so when you're sewing it into the quilt top, you'll sew a small loop of ribbon or a tab to hang the tassel on. This loop is usually made on the top of the quilt, so make sure the border covers it. Cut circles of any size out of fabric. The larger the circle, the bigger the yo-yo. Hand-sew around the outer edge of the fabric. Remove your needle and pull on both ends of the thread. It will gather up into a circle. Knot the thread so it stays gathered. Use glue to add a big bright button to the center of each yo-yo. Add velcro using some glue. Sew the other side of the velcro down. Your yo-yo's are done. Add a fleece teddy bear to your quilt. You can make the bear on an embroidery machine. The finished teddy bear is 7" by 5". Consider using a recycled jean pocket to store the teddy bear. Decide on which fidgets you want to use. You can use any number of fidgets. Pin all your fidgets on the top of the quilt. Sew the fidgets onto the quilt. Make sure they are straight and on the top of the quilt. Make sure the ribbons are reinforced so they cannot be pulled off. Pick up the back fabric and cut the batting. You will need a low loft quilting batting and a coordinating fabric for the back. Lay the finished top quilt on top of the batting and cut it a 1/4" bigger on each of the sides. Lay the batting on top of the back fabric. Cut the back 1/2" bigger on each side of the batting so you can fold it over and pin it to the quilt top. Pin the top, batting, and back fabric together. Fold the backing fabric up 1/4" so there are no raw edges and fold it once more. The back fabric should be pinned to the top fabric. This gives the quilt a nice border. Pin the corners by bringing them to a point and folding them in. This can be a little tricky, but with patience, you can have a nice, neat corner. If you corner is not perfect, you'll be able to fidget with the loose ends. Begin quilting it all together by sewing the border first. On the border, you will want to use a fancier stitch which will function as another tactical point on the quilt. Quilt the 3 pieces together by using a straight stitch. Start in the middle, sew top to bottom, and then sew left to right. You may have to dodge the fidgets, doing this binds all 3 pieces together. Finished! Your fidget quilt is ready to be given to someone!
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Make a template of any size. Cut 3 squares of the same color of fabric. Repeat two more times with each fabric color. Sew the squares together into strips. Sew the strips together using a 1/4 inch seam. Iron your top, making sure all the seams are ironed the same direction and are laying flat. Obtain several different yarns and ribbons. Cut all your ribbons and yarn to the same length. Pull them through a ring and fold it in half. Use a sturdy piece of string or yarn to tie everything together at the top. Cut circles of any size out of fabric. Hand-sew around the outer edge of the fabric. Remove your needle and pull on both ends of the thread. Use glue to add a big bright button to the center of each yo-yo. Add velcro using some glue. Sew the other side of the velcro down. Add a fleece teddy bear to your quilt. Decide on which fidgets you want to use. Pin all your fidgets on the top of the quilt. Sew the fidgets onto the quilt. Make sure the ribbons are reinforced so they cannot be pulled off. Pick up the back fabric and cut the batting. Lay the finished top quilt on top of the batting and cut it a 1/4" bigger on each of the sides. Lay the batting on top of the back fabric. Cut the back 1/2" bigger on each side of the batting so you can fold it over and pin it to the quilt top. Pin the top, batting, and back fabric together. Fold the backing fabric up 1/4" so there are no raw edges and fold it once more. Pin the corners by bringing them to a point and folding them in. Begin quilting it all together by sewing the border first. Quilt the 3 pieces together by using a straight stitch. Finished!
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How to Improve English Communication Skills
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To improve your English communication skills, start by listening to music and watching movies and TV shows in English to immerse yourself in the language. Then, make English a daily practice by speaking it at home, thinking in English, and writing in English. You can also visit websites like ankiapp.com to find English flashcards to help build your vocabulary. Additionally, try to find native speakers to converse with frequently, even if it's over the phone or through video chat.
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Find native English speakers. In certain areas, it's the hardest thing to do, but it's the best use of your time. Talking to actual native speakers is the most effective way to improve your English skills, speaking or otherwise. So whether you have to Skype them, call them, or beg them to speak to you, do so. Your progress will be faster this way than any other. Even if they're just tourists, invite them to dinner! They get a meal, you get an English lesson. Advertise on Craigslist. Take a class and get buddy-buddy with your teacher. Offer a language exchange. They're hiding out there somewhere! Listen to the music of English. No, not English music, the music of English -- its lilt, its prosody, the sing-songy-ness of it. The intonation. Even if you speak perfect English technically if you speak it like a robot you're not speaking it the way it's meant to be spoken. Watch people. Watch how their mouths form the words. Watch how emotion is communicated. Watch where the emphasis goes on certain sentences and how that provides context. Apart from just deciphering their words, take notice of the humor, the feeling, and the formality they employ. Slow down. Above all, if you want to be understood, slow down. The more clearly you speak, the better chance your listener has of understanding you. It's tempting to get nervous and want to speed up to get it all over with, but you can't do that! Clarity is key -- for some native English speakers, too! They will be patient with you -- don't worry! You just gotta be patient with yourself. It's much less frustrating to speak to someone who you understand even though they're speaking slowly than to speak to someone you don't understand at all. Speaking quickly isn't impressive if your tongue gets all jumbly. Record yourself. Though we hear ourselves all the time, we really don't know quite what we sound like. So record yourself! What are the weak and strong points you hear in your speech? And then you can concentrate on what you need to work on. A great idea is to get a book on tape, record yourself reading an excerpt from it (or mimicking the narrator), and comparing yourself to the recording. That way you can do it over and over until you get it right! When that's a bit too much effort, just read your books aloud. You'll score points on your reading skills and your speaking skills. Half the battle is just getting comfortable with the words! Take different style classes. Yes, one class is good. In fact, one class is even great. But if you can take more than one class -- of differing styles -- that's even better. A group class can be cheap, fun, and work on all your skills, but adding a one-on-one class, too? You'll get that individualized attention to your speech you've been craving. That's a double dose of improvement. There are specialized classes you can take, too. Accent reduction classes, business English classes, tourism classes, heck, sometimes even food classes. If you see something that interests you (let's face it, sometimes grammar doesn't cut it), go for it! You may learn more than you think. Speak English at home. This is the biggest, easiest mistake to make. You go about your day, you're on the job working partly in English, you go to your English class, and then you go home and revert back to your native tongue. While you may be making slow improvements, you'll never get past that dreaded lingual plateau. Make a point to speak it at home, too. Have only English at the dinner table. Stick to English TV at home. Make it as 24/7 as possible. Heck, talk to yourself in English. Narrate your actions. While you're washing the dishes, say what you're doing, thinking, or feeling. It sounds a little silly (if you get caught!), but it keeps your brain thinking in English before your first language, which is huge. Once you can do that, the rest is just keeping it up. Create opportunities. It's easy to look at your situation and think that you'll never be exposed to English naturally as much as you would like. Going abroad is expensive, you don't know any foreigners, etc. That's the lazy way of looking at it! English speakers are everywhere; sometimes they just have to be found and coaxed out of hiding. You have to come to them. Heck, call up an English hotline. Call up Nike and ask about their sneakers. Call a phone company and make small talk about phone plans. Start a blog. Set your OS to English. Play WoW. Get into English chat rooms. There are ALWAYS opportunities to be had. Know why it's difficult. If your listening skills feel lacking, don't beat yourself up. It seems like the easiest skill, but it can be very, very taxing. The way you're taught English in school is practically the opposite of how native speakers actually speak. No wonder it's such a chore! So the next time someone says, "Do you want to pass me that bag?" and you hear, "Djuwanapassmethabag?" you're not going crazy. Between that and all the "like," "uh," and "umm," you run into it could drive a person crazy. So when you get in the listening zone, remind yourself: it's slang time. Talk. Really. Passive listening is okay, but interacting is even better. If you want to get good at listening, you have to ask questions. And this way you have control of the conversation! If you ask someone what their favorite thing to do in summer is you know they're not going to go off on a confusing tangent on politics. At least, hopefully! And the more you hear a specific individual talk, the easier it is to understand them. English has so many accents you may find yourself not understanding someone and wondering why. Be patient! Your mind will get used to their accent in time. English-speaking people have to adjust for each other all the time. Watch TV, movies, podcasts, and everything in between. So while talking and listening proactively is best, passive learning is good, too. So throw on the telly and sit down for a spell. Try to keep the captions off! And if you can record it and watch it more than once, even better. That way you can see your progress. Even having the radio on in the background is helpful, just to keep your mind in the English zone. But the best case scenario is getting a movie and watching it over and over until your mind stops having to worry about understanding and instead can concentrate on the little things, like intonation and slang. And watching TV shows where you have the same characters over and over so you get used to their speech. In other words: repetition. Have an English exchange. If you have a friend who speaks English that is trying to learn a language you speak, start an English exchange! Half the time you speak your language and the other half you speak English. And you get to spend time drinking coffee and relaxing, too! If that's not a possibility, find some friends who all want to practice their English. Though practicing this language with non-native speakers isn't ideal, it's definitely way better than nothing. You'll be less nervous speaking it in front of them and you can learn from each others' strengths. Listen to English music. Even just learning a song a day can widen your vocabulary extensively. And it's fun and energizing, too. You can grow your musical repertoire, learn new words, and expand your knowledge without even realizing it. And then you can go hit the karaoke bar! Stick to songs that are slow and clear. The Beatles and Elvis are two great places to start, though modern music is good, too -- just aim for the ballads; they're usually the easiest to understand. Rap can wait till later. Write. It's as simple as that. To get good at something, you have to do it. You have to do it over and over and over. So write. Every day. It can be a diary entry, it could be your next bestseller; it doesn't really matter. Just put that pen to paper and get going. Keep it all in one place. Having a notebook or binder dedicated to your English work will keep you organized and motivated. The better you get, the easier it will be to see your progress. You can look back and marvel at how bad you used to be and how awesome you are now. Get it checked. However, it's kinda pointless if you don't ever get it checked or corrected. You want to get better at the entire language, not just the language you're capable of right now. You have two options here: The Internet. It's amazing; it really is. Sites like italki.com and lang-8 can correct your work for free! Don't get off wikiHow just yet, but do keep those sites in mind. A friend. Obviously. But the great thing about writing is that you can email your friend and wherever they are, they can get it, correct it, and get it back to you. So whether they're a mile away or in the middle of Canada, progress can be had. Add phrases to your vocabulary. If you write like a six-year-old, regardless of how correct your writing is, it still is going to sound like a six-year-old. The only difference between a six-year-old with good grammar and a 20-year-old with good grammar is their vocabulary. So whenever you run into a phrase you want to start incorporating into your writing (or speech), write it down. And then make a point to use it. A good idea is to start learning collocations. That's a fancy term for words that go together. "Get married" is useful, but "get married to someone" is even better -- that way you know not to say "get married with." If you said you "received a cold," you'd receive some funny looks -- but not if you said you "caught a cold." See how that works? Don't forget the small stuff! While knowing a lot of words is all well and good, if you type like this,your writing isn't going 2 look very good u know? Painful. Make sure you have your spaces right, your punctuation right, and use capital letters when appropriate. That stuff matters too. Unless you are a 15-year-old girl texting her friends, text speak is not okay. "You" is "you," not "u." "For" is not "4." "2" means something very different than "to" or "too." You won't be winning any medals for writing like that. Utilize the Internet. It has practically everything you've ever wanted. Practically. There are websites that have English games, easy-to-read English articles, and exercises to improve your skills in every domain. Here are just a few neat ones to whet your appetite: Anki is flashcard software. Similar things can be found on websites like Memrise, too. You can basically quiz yourself. OneLook is a type of dictionary that can find words for you, define them, and translate. You only need the, cough cough, one look. It also has a reverse dictionary where you can type in the concept instead! Visuwords creates word map visualizations, connecting the word you search with similar, associated words or words that collocate with it. Great way to expand your vocabulary! Similar to Visuwords, Merriam Webster has a "visual dictionary." If you type in "tire," it will show you a tire, with words pointing to every little detail of it from "tread" to "bead wire." Englishforums is a great place to pose questions and talk to speakers. It's basically message board after message board of English-related questions. Always correct your writing. And by that, we don't mean "get it checked," like stated above. We mean get it checked and then rewrite it. You want a beautiful, finished draft of perfect English created by you. If you just write it and get it corrected, you won't truly ingest what mistakes you made and how to fix them. And this way your notebook is a whole heck of a lot prettier. Once you've corrected a piece, try to write something the next day that builds upon the mistakes you've corrected. This way you can prove to yourself that you've improved and actually notice the mistakes you're not making anymore. You'll get better and build your confidence. Bonus.-
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Find native English speakers. Listen to the music of English. Slow down. Record yourself. Take different style classes. Speak English at home. Create opportunities. Know why it's difficult. Talk. Watch TV, movies, podcasts, and everything in between. Have an English exchange. Listen to English music. Write. Get it checked. Add phrases to your vocabulary. Don't forget the small stuff! Utilize the Internet. Always correct your writing.
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How to Write a Good Joke
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To write a good joke, start by writing a 1 to 2 line set up to prepare your audience for the joke. For example, a set up could be "How much did the polar bear weigh?" Then, write a 1 word or 1 sentence punchline that will reveal the surprise, irony, or word play to your audience. For example, if your set up was "How much did the polar bear weight?" your punchline could be “Enough to break the ice!” Before performing your jokes, practice them so you don't need to read them off a paper.
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Consider interesting joke material. Writing about topics that interest not only you, but also your intended audience is an important component of ensuring that people will find you and your jokes funny. Consider the types of jokes or comedians who make you and your friends or colleagues laugh. Having an idea of jokes that elicit laughter will point the way to finding optimal joke material. It's a good idea to think about material for different situations and audiences so that you can tailor your jokes to them. For example, a joke you deliver to break the ice at a job interview (“How much does a polar bear weigh? Enough to break the ice!”) will not be the same as a joke at a family party (“What did the cake say to the knife? You wanna piece of me?”) Research topics for different situations and audiences. You'll want to tailor your jokes for any place or group of people you might encounter. This way, you're more likely to have people understand your joke and laugh at it. Tailoring the material also ensures that you are less likely to offend someone. For example, a joke delivered to a group of medical professionals isn't necessarily appropriate for a group of historians or political scientists. Topics such as current events, celebrities, or even yourself (known as self-deprecating humor) make excellent joke material. You can find funny material for jokes in almost every situation. For example: Public figures and their behavior often find themselves the butt of jokes. Comedian Chris D'Elia joked of singer Justin Bieber "You have it all: except love, friends, good parents and a Grammy." Newspapers, magazines, or even situations in your own life make excellent joke topics. For instance, you could make a joke about having a “black thumb” with plants: “I bought a cactus. A week later it died. And I got depressed, because I thought, Damn. I am less nurturing than a desert.” Watching famous comedians deliver their jokes during an act is another good source of material. It will also show you how to effectively deliver a joke. Try to avoid controversial topics that might offend someone. There are certain topics that are taboo and probably aren't good material in most situations. Jokes about topics such as race and religion are likely to offend many people. While it might be acceptable in some situations, such as among family members, to make off-color jokes, it's best to leave controversial topics off the table for other forums. If you're unsure about if your topic or joke will offend someone, it's best to err on the side of caution and leave it out. Consider your joke structure. There are a couple of different ways to write and deliver jokes including the traditional set up and punchline, one-liners, or short stories. One liners can be an extremely effective format. Comedian BJ Novak made the simple and effective, if tasteless, one-liner: “Battered women: sounds delicious.” Novak's joke plays on two elements you can incorporate into your material: surprise and twisting word meanings. It's also a traditional set up and punchline type of joke. Jokes as a short story are another effective method. However, remember to keep them short! A good example of a joke wrapped in a short story is: “There was once a young man who, in his youth, professed a desire to become a "great" writer. When asked to define "great" he said "I want to write stuff that the whole world will read, stuff that people will react to on a truly emotional level, stuff that will make them scream, cry, wail, howl in pain, desperation, and anger!" He now works for Microsoft writing error messages.” Write the set up and punchline. Every joke, no matter what structure you use, has a set up and a punchline. The set up and punchline will sometimes contain elements of surprise based on assumptions, twisting words, or playing on ironies. Remember "less is more." As you prepare your set up and punchline, remember that you will want to tell your joke in as few words as possible. Avoid unnecessary details and phrases. BJ Novak's joke “Battered women: sounds delicious” and the joke “What did the cake say to the knife? You wanna piece of me?” are examples of jokes that demonstrate the “less is more” strategy. Any other details would have caused the jokes to fall flat. Your set up should be one or two lines, or a few lines for a story. It prepares your audience by creating an expectation and giving them the details they need to understand the punchline. The joke about the dead cactus is a good example of this. The comedian sets up the joke with the lines “I bought a cactus. A week later it died.” The punchline is the “funny” part of your joke that will make people laugh. It builds on the set up and is only one word or one sentence. It often reveals the surprise, irony, or word play to your audience. Again, the dead cactus joke is a good example of a short and funny punchline. After setting up the audience with the details of his plant cactus, the comedian tells us: And I got depressed, because I thought, Damn. I am less nurturing than a desert.”.” Heighten the joke's surprise factor. Elements such as familiarity, exaggeration, and irony will enhance your joke. A good example of exaggeration and irony is the story about the young man with great aspirations. Most listeners will expect that he fulfilled his wish to write “stuff that people will react to on a truly emotional level, stuff that will make them scream, cry, wail, howl in pain, desperation, and anger!" through novels or short stories. Instead, the surprise is that “He now works for Microsoft writing error messages.” Add tags or toppers. Tags and toppers are additional punchlines that build upon your first punchline. You can use tags and toppers as a way to get extra laughs without writing a new joke or needing to set up any material. For example, you could add a topper to the short story by saying “In fact, he's the one screaming, crying, wailing, and howling in pain the most.” Practice your joke. Before you tell your joke to friends or any audience, practice delivering it. You'll need to find the joke funny for your audience to feel the same! If you don't find the joke funny or somehow off, revise it until it works for you. Consider your audience. Before you tell one of the jokes you've written, think about who your audience is. This will help guarantee that they understand your joke and increase the likelihood of laughter. A group of elderly people probably wouldn't get the joke about Justin Bieber because he is a young pop star with a very young fan base. You're less likely to offend someone if you know your audience. For example, it's probably not advisable to tell the joke about “battered women” to a women's group. Add gestures. Think about what facial expressions or gestures will enhance the set up and punchline(s). Drawing pictures is another effective method to help your audience understand your joke. Be confident, relax, and improvise if you need to. These visual cues will do the same for your audience and make them more likely to laugh. If your audience doesn't laugh you can make a joke about that or move on to other material. You can always revise the joke for future use. Remember that even the best comics have jokes that fall flat. John Stewart, Jerry Seinfeld, Bob Newhart and others aren't funny all the time.
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Consider interesting joke material. Research topics for different situations and audiences. Try to avoid controversial topics that might offend someone. Consider your joke structure. Write the set up and punchline. Heighten the joke's surprise factor. Add tags or toppers. Practice your joke. Consider your audience. Add gestures. Be confident, relax, and improvise if you need to.
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How to Take Care of Your Hair
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To take care of your hair, limit shampooing to every other day and follow up with a high-quality conditioner made for your hair type. Try to avoid hair products that contain damaging sulfates and parabens. Always detangle your hair with a wide-toothed comb and avoid brushing your hair too often, which can cause breakage. It's also a good idea to use heat styling tools sparingly and get your hair trimmed every 6-8 weeks to keep it looking its best.
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Wash hair sparingly and use a good-quality shampoo. Washing hair too often can leave hair dried out, leached of its natural oils, and may damage your hair. Aim to shampoo your hair at most every other day or only twice a week. Try shampoos that do not contain sulfates or parabens. Sulfates are the chemicals that make shampoos lather up. Parabens are preservatives that cause irritation and eye problems after prolonged use. Both of these chemicals aren't healthy for you or the environment so try to use shampoos with natural cleansers. Choose a shampoo that suits your hair type. Don't just go for any old shampoo; go for the shampoo that works for your hair type. Typical types include (but are not limited to): Curly or Afro-textured hair probably wants frizz-minimizing or softening shampoo that is creamy and has natural oils in it. Straight or oily hair probably wants a gentle shampoo designed for daily washing. Coloured or treated hair probably needs a shampoo that's fortified with extracts or amino acids, because treating your hair is essentially damaging it. Dry hair probably needs shampoos with glycerin and collagen to fix dryness and help restore some moisture into the hair. Be careful about using hair care products with too much protein. Too much protein can leave your hair feeling desiccated and brittle. While protein is the building block of healthy hair, use conditioners that come with balanced ingredients. Rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar once a month. Doing this helps to make your hair look shinier and cleaner; plus, it treats dandruff. Use 1 part apple cider vinegar to 3 parts warm water, then rinse and wash your hair as normal. Vinegar has a strong smell, but it will go away after you shampoo your hair. Use conditioner that matches your hair type, length, and treatment damage. A good rule of thumb is to condition every time you shampoo your hair, although very processed or dyed hair probably needs a little more love than natural hair. Deep condition once a week. If you have afro-textured hair, use deep conditioner every time you wash your hair. Use a store-bought hair care product, or venture out on your own and try a homemade solution. Deep conditioning is very good for your hair. It keeps hair soft, healthy and moisturized. Wash it off your hair after 15-30 minutes. Condition your hair properly based on hair type: For fine hair: If you have very limp hair, try a botanical oil treatment before you shampoo. Use lavender or tea tree oil, for example, and work it under your cuticles before shampooing. Wash shampoo away and apply conditioner from the mid-shaft down to the end. Leave in for a minute before washing. For medium to thick hair, use a moisturizer with natural hydrators. Keep your conditioner light. Apply conditioner all over your head and let stay for 2-3 minutes. If your hair is afro-textured, you can keep it on for about 10-15 minutes before washing it off, or you can leave it in. Moisturize your hair. Use five oils: almond, castor, olive, coconut and lavender oils. Mix together equal proportions of each. Alternately, use egg oil. Apply to the hair and leave in for four hours prior to showering out. Repeat twice a week. Comb out tangles using a wide-toothed comb before drying. Wet hair is fragile and easily breaks, so you should not brush it. Instead, spritz your hair with a leave-in conditioner and then detangle it with a wide-toothed comb. This will remove knots and smooth out your hair without risking damage. As an alternative, you can use your fingers. Start combing from your ends and work your way to your scalp. Don't try to pull your comb through the entire hair shaft until the ends are detangled. If your hair is afro-textured, make sure that your hair is damp and slippery with conditioner before detangling. Then, work in small sections. Use a T-shirt or microfiber towel instead of a regular towel to dry hair. After you get out of the shower, wrap your hair in a cotton T-Shirt. Towels are made of fabric that is very rough and damaging to your hair, causing frizz and split ends. If you enjoy the convenience of a towel, try a microfiber towel, which is gentler on hair. You can even use a microfiber hair wrap, which doubles as a towel for your hair and a wrap to keep your hair out of the way while it dries. Let hair dry naturally when you can. Air drying your hair is the healthiest option. It may take awhile for your hair to completely dry, but your hair will be healthier in the long run. Try not to use a blow-dryer, if the style doesn't require it. Heat from hair dryers can cause damage to hair. If you shower before you sleep overnight, put your hair up in a bun and let it air-dry overnight. Your hair should be dry in the morning. However, this may not work for hair that is very thick or very long. Blow dry your hair on the warm setting, for quick or sleek results. A hair dryer may be necessary if you are straightening your hair or need your hair dry quickly. If you need heat to style your hair, set the dryer on the warm setting, rather than hot. It will take longer for your hair to dry, but the warm setting is less damaging for your hair. Always spray your hair with a heat protectant product before you blow dry your hair. This helps prevent heat damage. Don't brush your hair too much. Brushing your hair stimulates the follicles which promotes growth, but brushing too much too often, will cause damage to your hair strands that results in frizz and split ends. Apply frizz control products for sleek hair, as needed. Frizz-control serum can be used in small quantities to tame frizzes. A little bit goes a long way, so start with a pea-sized amount. Add more as necessary, up to a dime-sized amount. Make sure you do not use too much, as this can dull your hair. Wash once a week with a a sulfate-free clarifying shampoo to avoid build-up, which will leave hair looking dull and flaky. Style your hair naturally, minimizing styling damage. Styling by itself won't overly damage your hair, but repeated stylings multiple times per week put some serious strain on hair. Avoid perming, crimping, straightening, curling, and bleaching or repeatedly coloring hair if at all possible. So you want to go out on Saturday night and need your hair straightened. That's fine. Just make it an occasional treat, not a permanent thing. Don't use rubber bands to pull back or otherwise style hair. Rubber bands will encourage your hair to get snagged, ripping it out of the follicle. Try not to use hairstyles that tightly pin or pull the hair back. Styles such as cornrows or tight ponytails can cause damage at the roots, or put stress on the follicles. Instead, experiment with up-dos: a simple ponytail or chignon looks clean and requires very few hair products. You could also just keep your hair down and wear a headband. Treat or dye your hair sparingly, if at all. Dyeing and treating your hair can take a lot out of it. People who opt for au naturel often don't experience the same problem with dry, damaged, or over-processed hair. If you do dye your hair, try it every once in a while. Take a break from dyeing and give your hair a little breather. It should respond favorably. Trim your hair regularly. The best way to get rid of split ends is to do it yourself. Take some hair shears and attack the split ends about ⁄ 4 inch (0.6 cm) above the splitting. Many women with perfect hair never have split ends because they make it a priority to get their hair trimmed, or trim it themselves, every 6-8 weeks. Eat healthily. Give your hair the right amount of vitamins. Since hair is made of proteins, eat a balanced diet rich in lean protein, whole grains, fruits and vegetables. A healthy diet will ensure hair that looks and feels better. Give your hair some time to show new brilliance. What you eat will not have an immediate difference on the hair you already have, but it will help with hair that is newly growing. Stay hydrated. Drink at least 8 glasses of water or other fluids each day to keep your body hydrated. Additionally, you can enjoy foods like soups, fruits, and vegetables, which provide fluids. This helps keep your body -- and your hair -- healthy. Water is the best choice, but you can also keep hydrated with tea, juice, and other beverages. Drink more water if are active. Remove stress from your life. Physical and mental stressors will keep your hair from realizing its full potential. Stress can cause hair loss, so try not to let stress overcome you. This means finding healthy emotional outlets for your stress: yoga, biking, meditation, or other forms of exercise all work well.
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Wash hair sparingly and use a good-quality shampoo. Try shampoos that do not contain sulfates or parabens. Be careful about using hair care products with too much protein. Rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar once a month. Use conditioner that matches your hair type, length, and treatment damage. Condition your hair properly based on hair type: Moisturize your hair. Comb out tangles using a wide-toothed comb before drying. Use a T-shirt or microfiber towel instead of a regular towel to dry hair. Let hair dry naturally when you can. Blow dry your hair on the warm setting, for quick or sleek results. Don't brush your hair too much. Apply frizz control products for sleek hair, as needed. Style your hair naturally, minimizing styling damage. Treat or dye your hair sparingly, if at all. Trim your hair regularly. Eat healthily. Stay hydrated. Remove stress from your life.
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How to Get Rid of Stink Bugs Naturally
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To get rid of stink bugs, make a natural pesticide by combining 2 cups of water with 4 teaspoons of garlic powder. Then, put the mixture in a spray bottle and cover plant leaves and window sills with the spray. Alternatively, combine 2 cups of water with 10 drops of mint oil to make an equally effective spray. To physically remove stink bugs, vacuum them up but be sure to dispose of the bag immediately afterwards. You can also brush the bugs into a bucket of soapy water with a gloved hand, since soap kills stink bugs.
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Look around to find where the stink bugs are located. If you see just 1 stink bug, it may indicate a larger issue. Look around for warm pockets near heating vents or sunny spots along your walls and windows. Keep your eyes peeled for their brown, gray, or green bodies that may blend into the surrounding area. If you have an outdoor infestation, look on the underside of leaves for eggs and keep an eye out for discolored leaves. Stink bugs prefer tomatoes, peaches, apples, grapes, berries, corn, soybeans, peppers, alfalfa, and wheat, so check these plants first. If you haven't crushed any stink bugs but start to notice a cilantro-like odor in your home, chances are you have an infestation. Vacuum up a stink bug to kill and remove it. Suck the stink bugs up using a vacuum cleaner with a bag. For stink bugs sitting on walls or in crevices, use a small vacuum attachment to capture them. Discard the bag immediately to keep the smell out of your home. Alternatively, you can wrap a stocking around the vacuum attachment tube to catch the bugs before they reach the bag or filter. Secure the stocking with a rubber band and push it inside the tube. Once you've sucked up the bugs, pull out the stocking, tie off the end, and dispose of it immediately. Refrain from using a bagless vacuum as it may smell foul for several weeks. Make sure you use a vacuum cleaner with a disposable bag. Knock stink bugs off plants by spraying them with a garden hose. Once you spot stink bugs on your plants, use a high-pressure jet setting on a garden hose attachment to detach them from the leaves. Once you've forced them away, keep monitoring the plants in your garden to see if the stink bugs reappear. The water pressure won't necessarily kill them off, but this is a good tactic to use to protect your plants at a moment's notice. Flick the stink bugs into a bucket of soapy water to catch and kill them. Instead of spraying a solution onto the bugs, mix up a solution of 4 cups (950 mL) of hot water with ⁄ 4 cup (180 mL) of mild dish soap in a bucket. Hold this beneath the climbing stink bugs and flick them down into the solution using a gloved hand. After a few hours, drain out the water, bag up the dead bugs, and dispose of them immediately. The soap will make it difficult for the insects to move, and they will ultimately drown in the water. As far as stink bug elimination methods go, this is probably the closest to an odorless option since the bugs will be killed relatively quickly. Crush a stink bug with a disposable item if you find it outside. If you spot a single stink bug scuttling around your property, use a rolled-up magazine or another firm but disposable object to squash it. Scoop up the remains with a piece of paper towel and then bag up and dispose of the crushing tool and debris. The nasty smell may keep other stink bugs away. Refrain from stepping on stink bugs with your shoes as you'll track the scent into your home. Avoid squishing stink bugs indoors at all costs! You'll only end up with a lingering foul smell and a messy clean-up process. Use a desk lamp to draw stink bugs to a tray of soapy water. Fill up a shallow pan or tray with soapy water. Mix up about 4 cups (950 mL) of hot water and ⁄ 4 cup (180 mL) of mild dish soap, or less for a smaller container. Place the tray near where you've spotted the stink bugs. Then insert a white, blue, or blacklight bulb into a downward-facing desk lamp and shine it over your trap to attract the stink bugs. Wait at least 12 hours and you'll start to see the stink bugs congregating and dying in the soapy water. The stink bugs will be attracted by these types of lights. A standard incandescent bulb may not work as well. Lay out a wet towel outside for the stink bugs to gather on. Saturate a towel with water and wring it out so that it's damp, rather than dripping. Bring it outdoors and drape the towel over a deck railing, an empty planter, a tree branch, or any other surface in your yard. It's most effective when draped vertically. Leave it there overnight. The next day, you'll see stink bugs sitting on the towel drinking the water. Submerge the bug-laden towel in a bucket of soapy water to kill the bugs. After a few hours, carefully pull out the towel and be sure to knock all of the bugs back into the water. Drain the bucket and catch the bugs in a plastic bag to dispose of them. Make sure to thoroughly wash the towel after trapping the bugs if you plan to use it for anything else. Trap an individual stink bug in an empty container. Flick a bug into the container while it's face-up, or pop an empty, unlidded container face-down over a bug to trap it. Then slip a piece of paper underneath the opening to create a temporary lid so you can flip the container over and keep the bug inside. Then screw on the lid tightly. Once you've caught it, either bag it up and dispose of it in an outdoor garbage can or flush it down the toilet. Add some soapy water to the container to more quickly kill the bugs. If you're trying to catch a flying stink bug, know that they have relatively slow reflexes. Keep your eye on the bug and try to capture it after it lands. Use an electric insect trap to zap stink bugs. Purchase an electric insect trap from a hardware store and install it near where the stink bugs gather, according to the manufacturer's instructions. Turn it on at night to attract the bugs. As they approach the trap's bright light, they'll get a sudden shock of electricity. The next morning, turn off the trap and shake off or vacuum away any dead bugs. Spread fly tape along stink bug entryways to capture them. Apply sticky fly tape along windowsills, doorways, cracks, vents, and any other notable entryways around your home. Check the tape every day for trapped bugs. To keep the odors at a minimum, bag up and discard the whole strip once you catch a single stink bug, then replace the strip. Keep in mind that since this is not a quick death, trapped stink bugs may give off their trademark odor after being caught. Fly tape can be purchased at a hardware store. If you prefer, make a natural sticking trap by boiling a solution of equal parts water, sugar, and corn syrup. Once it's boiled and cooled, spread it onto a piece of cardboard. Spray the stink bugs you see with a soap, water, and lavender oil solution. Mix 4 cups (950 mL) of hot water with ⁄ 4 cup (180 mL) of mild dish soap. Use a spray bottle to spritz this solution directly onto stink bugs or on the vegetation they've been gathering on. Or try a mixture of equal parts hot water, mild dish soap, and lavender oil to kill the bugs and keep them away. Soap kills stink bugs by breaking down their protective exoskeleton and dehydrating them. Use a neem oil spray to prevent stink bugs from laying new eggs. Combine 4 cups (950 mL) of warm water with 2 tsp (9.9 mL) of neem oil in a spray bottle. Shake it thoroughly, then spray it generously on leaves, windowsills, and other potential entryways or hiding spots around the perimeter of your home. As a preventative method, repeat this every other day for about a week. Neem oil works by disrupting the eating and mating instinct of insects. As a result, adult stink bugs that are exposed to it will gradually starve themselves and will not lay any eggs. Sprinkle diatomaceous earth (DE) around your property to kill bugs when they try to enter. DE is a natural sedimentary rock containing silica, alumina, and iron oxide that is often used as a natural pesticide. Spread this chalky powder both outside and inside, focusing on entryways like windows and doors along with other areas where stink bugs seem to gather. Dust any stink bugs you see with the powder directly, in addition to spreading the powder out in areas where stink bugs gather. DE works by breaking down the waxy protective layer on an insect's exoskeleton, essentially causing the insect to dehydrate. Look for a bag of DE at your local hardware store. Seal up any gaps around your walls, windows, and doors. Inspect the corners of window frames, doorways, and baseboards for gaps. Look for damaged linings and weather stripping, too. Use caulk or expandable foam to seal off any holes you find. Stink bugs will sneak into any little crack or crevice they can find, so take action to seal off as many holes as you can. If you have a fireplace, attic, or other rarely-used entryways, check these areas, too. Keep doors and fireplaces flues closed while they're not being used. Install or repair protective screens over air vents and windows. Patch and repair any holes in your window or door screens. Use mesh screening to cover dryer vents, air vents, chimneys, and other open areas connecting the outside of your home with the inside. Use foam strips around your window air conditioning units to create a tight seal. Keep your land free of weeds. Stink bugs like to hide in dry soil beneath the cover of weeds. Whether you have a small patch of grass or a large property, take good care of it. Pull out all of the weeds from your property and invest in natural lawn care services to keep your grass healthy and free of weeds. Keep the soil and plants on your property healthy, nutrient-rich, and well-pruned. Consider cultivating beds around your property if you'd like to grow flowers or vegetables. By spending time outside taking care of your vegetation, you'll be able to catch weeds and stink bugs sooner. Avoid simply mowing over weeds; this will only encourage stink bugs to find another home nearby.
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Look around to find where the stink bugs are located. Vacuum up a stink bug to kill and remove it. Knock stink bugs off plants by spraying them with a garden hose. Flick the stink bugs into a bucket of soapy water to catch and kill them. Crush a stink bug with a disposable item if you find it outside. Use a desk lamp to draw stink bugs to a tray of soapy water. Lay out a wet towel outside for the stink bugs to gather on. Trap an individual stink bug in an empty container. Use an electric insect trap to zap stink bugs. Spread fly tape along stink bug entryways to capture them. Spray the stink bugs you see with a soap, water, and lavender oil solution. Use a neem oil spray to prevent stink bugs from laying new eggs. Sprinkle diatomaceous earth (DE) around your property to kill bugs when they try to enter. Seal up any gaps around your walls, windows, and doors. Install or repair protective screens over air vents and windows. Keep your land free of weeds.
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How to Keep a Pitbull
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If you have a pitbull, make sure to take it on regular runs or long walks because pitbulls are a very energetic breed that needs to burn off a lot of energy every day. When it's time to play, grab a frisbee or tennis ball and play fetch with your dog to give it some mental stimulation while exercising. Pitbulls are definitely not a “hands-off” breed, so avoid leaving your dog home alone for hours on end or it might get bored and develop behavioral issues. If you're going to be away from home for a while, like on vacation, ask a friend to stop by every few hours to check on your dog and play with it.
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Choose the right food. Pitbulls are high energy dogs, which mean they need a lot of food. Choosing the food with the proper ingredients is equally as important as making sure your dog gets enough food. The better nutrition your Pitbull has, the happier they'll be. Ask your vet what food is best for your Pitbull. Consult your local pet food and supply store to see if they have any recommendations. Take your Pitbull on long runs and long walks. Pitbulls are very energetic breeds that need a lot of exercise, especially in their younger years. Going on regular runs or long walks will help them burn off their large amounts of energy. If you already have an exercise routine, try moving it outdoors so your dog can join in. Go until they are tired. Remember, a tired dog is a happy dog. Play fetch. Playing fetch is a great way to exercise your Pitbull until they are out of energy. Fetch also provides mental stimulation and often engages a dog's sense of smell. Play fetch with a frisbee, tennis ball, or dog toy. Try and play fetch with an object that is harder to find to challenge your dog's problem solving skills. Avoid leaving your dog home alone for hours on end. Pitbulls are not a “hands off” breed and need a lot of attention and a lot of sustained activity. If your dog is left home alone, chances are they will get bored and may start exhibiting behavioral issues. If you anticipate being away from home for an extended period of time, ask a friend to stop by every few hours to check on your dog and play with them. If you work a fulltime job that requires you to be away from home, a Pitbull might not be the breed for you. If you live in a house or apartment too small for a a fully grown Pitbull make regular weekly appointments with a canine daycare service while you're away. Research your Pitbull’s history. Pitbulls are known to be “dog aggressive” depending their history, when you receive them into your home, and their general personality. It's important to do as much research into your dog's history as possible to understand their behavioral issues as best you can. If you adopted or rescued your Pitbull, get in touch with the shelter to see if they have any information on its history. Socialize your Pitbull. Socializing your Pitbull is a great way to keep your dog happy while also providing them with the necessary exercise and mental stimulation they need. However, as Pitbulls have a reputation for being aggressive, you may want to use caution when they're socializing with other dogs. Socialize your Pitbull as early as possible. The earlier they begin interacting with other dogs, the more likely they are to develop tolerance, avoid aggressive behavior, and enjoy social interaction. When ready, take your dog to an off-leash dog park. Taking your Pitbull for pack walks is a great way to combine exercise and social interaction. If your Pitbull engages in an aggressive encounter with another dog it is important to intervene as soon as possible and to use the right tools. Consulting guides on addressing Pitbull aggression will provide you with the necessary information should your dog aggressively engage with others. House train your Pitbull. House training can take quite a long time with Pitbull puppies, but it can be done with enough patience and effort. Establishing a routine, whether that be crate training or taking them outside, is the key to efficiently house training your Pitbull. Let your dog outside first thing in the morning and every night before bed. Puppies have limited bowel and bladder control and need to be taken outside at least once an hour. Don't leave your Pitbull in their crate for more than 6-8 hours a night. Be consistent. In order for any training to be effective you need to establish consistent structure. Most behavioral issues are rooted in the owners, not the dogs themselves. Use the same commands and the same wording when trying to train your dog and correct behavioral issues. Buy a book on training Pitbulls to learn how others have created consistent training structures. Play with your Pitbull. Playing with your dog will often involve activities like chasing or wrestling as they are built to withstand more physical activity than other dogs. Pay attention to your dog's body language and notice when they are no longer interested in playing or are getting frustrated. Spend fifteen minutes playing with your dog when you get home from work. Take a behavioral class together. Taking a behavioral training class with your Pitbull is another way to create a firm bond with your dog and learn a new skill or behavior. Teaching and learning from your Pitbull will help establish a bond that only the two of you will have! Taking a behavioral class is also a great way to access resources and utilities you might not otherwise have, like agility and obstacle courses. Spend quality time together. Although it is important to establish routines and good behaviors, it is equally important to enjoy your dog as well. Going for short outings or trips, buying a new toy, or giving your dog treats are all great ways to spend time and show appreciation. Instead of your daily exercise routine, take your Pitbull on a hike. Show affection for your dog by petting, rubbing, and stroking them. Learn your Pitbull’s personality. Pitbulls can often have complex histories due to their frequent breeding and associations with fighting and aggression. Although researching your dog's history and past behaviors is useful to everyday routines, taking the time to understand your Pitbull's current behaviors, ailments, or moods will help you strengthen your bond and prepare you both for a mutually beneficial relationship. If your Pitbull is a rescue and has had a history of fighting, consult your local shelter or vet for advice on how to treat severe aggression or mistreatment issues. Rescued Pitbull's can often come with past injuries of which they can be protective. Consult your vet to find out where your dog might be sensitive.
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Choose the right food. Take your Pitbull on long runs and long walks. Play fetch. Avoid leaving your dog home alone for hours on end. Research your Pitbull’s history. Socialize your Pitbull. House train your Pitbull. Be consistent. Play with your Pitbull. Take a behavioral class together. Spend quality time together. Learn your Pitbull’s personality.
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How to Dry Rose Petals
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To dry rose petals, start by placing them in a single layer on a drying sheet, like a mesh window screen or a flat, metal strainer. Then, put the sheet in a spot that has good air circulation, but is away from direct sunlight, which will fade the petals. Let them sit for a few days, turning them over at least once a day, until they become dry and crispy. Alternatively, place the petals on a double layer of paper towels and cover them with another layer of paper towels. After that, microwave them between 2 plates for about 40 seconds, or until they're no longer damp.
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Choose fresh roses in full bloom. You can harvest flowers that you want to dry at any time during the growing season, but keep in mind that when they are at their biggest and brightest, they will also smell their best. Avoid picking roses that have browning petals--they will become fully brown when they dry. Wait for the perfect time of day to pick your roses. This period of time is after the dew has dried, but before the midday sun has reached its strongest rays. Rose petals with any sort of moisture on them could potentially turn brown when dried because they will begin to rot. The hours before the midday sun are when most roses produce their strongest fragrance. Free the petals from the stems by using scissors to snip around the base of the rose petals. Be sure to cut around the entire flower. You can also pluck the petals by gently pulling each one from the base of the stems. Place the petals on a drying sheet. A mesh screen such as an old window or a flat metal strainer from your kitchen will work well. Make sure that the petals are in a single layer and that none of them are overlapping. If they overlap while they are drying, they will stick together and you will have to break them apart later. Place the petals where they will get a lot of air. The best place to put your petals is on flat surface out of direct sunlight that has good air circulation. Placing petals directly in the sun will cause them to fade so avoid doing this. Avoid putting the petals in a damp area, as moisture in the air could cause them to rot. Turn your petals over several times. Air drying petals generally takes a couple of days. During that time, you should turn your petals over at least once a day. Rotating your petals will ensure that both sides of each petal will get enough air exposure. Remove them from the drying sheet. Only remove the petals after they have become crispy (almost the texture of corn flakes.) If they are not fully dry when you store them, they will begin to get moldy. Line a microwave safe plate with a double layer of paper towels. Once you have done this, place the petals you would like to dry on the paper towels. Make sure that they are in a single layer without any overlapping petals. The petals will dry together if they are overlapping and will rip if you try to pull them apart. Cover the petals. Once you have laid the petals in a single layer, cover them with another layer of paper towels. Place another plate on top of all of this so that it acts as a lid for the bottom plate. Place this stack of plates in the microwave. Heat on high until the petals are no longer damp to the touch, approximately 40 seconds. Microwave ovens tend to vary, so you may have to experiment to find the correct length of time for drying the rose petals. Test the petals for dryness. After the allotted amount of microwaving time, lift the top plate and layer of paper towels. The petals should feel dry but not crispy. If the petals still feel damp, place them back in the microwave and continue to 'cook' them. Remove the petals from the microwave. If you wish to make them crispier, spread the petals onto paper towels arranged on a flat surface. Choose a drying location away from breezes, moisture, light and dust. Place the rose petals in your dehydrator. Make sure they are not overlapping. Depending on the type of dehydrator you use, the drying process could take a couple of hours (like if you use an Excalibur,) or a whole day (if you use a Nesco 600-watt machine.) However long it takes, you house will be filled with the wonderful fragrance of the roses. Set your dehydrator to the lowest possible setting. It is important to set it low because otherwise your roses could burn. Leave the rose petals until they are dry. As stated above, this can take a couple of hours or a whole day. When they are done, they should have a texture similar to corn flakes or very thin potato chips. Open the book. Put the petals inside it (make sure they are in a single layer. ) Close the book (try not to fold the petals. ) Wait about a week or two, and your petals should be dry. Store dried rose petals in coffee cans, tins, or glass jars. The dried petals can be stored that way for extended periods. Make sure the storage containers seal tightly to prevent insects from entering and eating the petals. Do not store them in direct sunlight. Decide how you want to use your rose petals. The options are endless. Use them in your wedding, create a sensual experience, or add them to potpourri or try one of the following. Add rose petals to your favorite drink. Enhance a rose cocktail, create a festive rose petal punch, or indulge in some refreshing rosewater. Get artsy and add rose petals to your crafts. Create a necklace out of rose petal beads, or make your own unique scent with rose petal perfume. Add some petals to your food. Try rose petal sandwiches. Get rustic by making your own rose petal jam, or make frosted rose petals to add to a cake.
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Choose fresh roses in full bloom. Wait for the perfect time of day to pick your roses. Free the petals from the stems by using scissors to snip around the base of the rose petals. Place the petals on a drying sheet. Place the petals where they will get a lot of air. Turn your petals over several times. Remove them from the drying sheet. Line a microwave safe plate with a double layer of paper towels. Cover the petals. Place this stack of plates in the microwave. Test the petals for dryness. Remove the petals from the microwave. Place the rose petals in your dehydrator. Set your dehydrator to the lowest possible setting. Leave the rose petals until they are dry. Open the book. Put the petals inside it (make sure they are in a single layer. Close the book (try not to fold the petals. Wait about a week or two, and your petals should be dry. Store dried rose petals in coffee cans, tins, or glass jars. Decide how you want to use your rose petals. Add rose petals to your favorite drink. Get artsy and add rose petals to your crafts. Add some petals to your food.
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How to Light a Cigarette
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To light a cigarette, start by putting the filter end between your lips. Then, light a lighter or match, and hold it to the tip of your cigarette for 1 or 2 seconds. If it's windy outside, you may need to cover the flame with your free hand to stop it going out. While you're holding the flame to the cigarette, inhale slowly, which will draw air through the cigarette and help light it. Once the tip of your cigarette glows, extinguish the flame of your lighter or match.
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Put the cigarette in your mouth. Place the filter end of the cigarette into your mouth. You can hold your cigarette using your index finger and thumb. Another way to hold it is to use your middle finger and index finger. Make sure you put the filter end into your mouth. You can tell because the filter side will often be another color and there will be cotton in that end. You can put either end into your mouth if you are smoking filterless cigarettes. Create a flame with your lighter. Hold your lighter with your thumb positioned on the spark-wheel. Flick your thumb down while holding onto the button. Your other fingers should be gripping the body of the lighter. Some lighters will have buttons instead of spark wheels. In this case, do the same thing except press the button with your thumb. It may be easier to light if you use your dominant hand. Bring the flame to the tip of your cigarette. Continue holding the button on the lighter as you bring it to the tip of your cigarette. Allow the cigarette to lay in the flame. Holding the flame on a lighter for an extended period of time will make the metal on it incredibly hot because of heat transfer. Stand behind a wall or cup your hand around the lighter to prevent the flame from going out. Inhale while the flame is still touching the tip of your cigarette. This will cause air to travel through the tobacco in the cigarette, causing it to light. Once the cigarette is lit, release the button on the lighter. Exhaling through your cigarette will cause a flare up from the flame on the tip of your cigarette. Obtain a match from a box or book of matches. Remove the match and hold it with your index finger and thumb. You can pick matches up at most department and convenience stores. You can purchase strike-anywhere matches, which can be struck on many rough surfaces or safety matches, which can only be struck on the striker provided with the matches. Some stores and bars give away matches for free. Drag the match against the striker. Holding the match firmly in your hand, strike it against the striker strip that was provided on the side of your box or on the back of your book of matches. Friction between the striker and the match ignites the red phosphorus that's on the tip of your match and converts it to white phosphorus. Bring the match to the tip of your cigarette. With the match still lit, bring it to the tip of your cigarette. Make sure that the flame is engulfing the end of the cigarette. You can cup your other hand around the match to ensure it doesn't go out. Lighting a match is difficult under rainy or windy conditions. Inhale through your cigarette. Inhale through the filter side of your cigarette to light it. Make sure to do this quickly because the match will continue to burn. If your match gets too low, blow it out and try another one. Blow on your match to put it out. Make sure that after you light your cigarette that you fully blow out your match. Leaving a lit or hot match could cause a dangerous fire. You can also shake your hand quickly to put out the flame. Use a grill lighter as an alternative to the traditional cigarette lighter. Even though they are usually used to ignite a grill, grill lighters make for a quick alternative if you don't have matches or a traditional lighter. Grill lighters have a long stem and a handle with a button on it. Light your cigarette in the same way you would use a disposable lighter. Turn on your gas stove for a quick flame. If you don't have any sort of lighter or match in your house, you can turn on your stove and put your cigarette on it to light it. Turn on your gas stove and carefully place the tip of the cigarette into the flame with your hands. Once the flame starts to burn on the end, try to take a drag from it. Don't put your face near the burner or you can burn yourself. If you smell gas, but there is no flame, put out your cigarette, go outside, and call 911. Use the tip of another person’s lit cigarette to light your own. If you're in a social situation and there is no lighter or matches in sight, you can use the tip of another lit cigarette to light yours. To do this simply touch the end of the lit cigarette to the end of yours while it's in your mouth and inhale. This is also a great way to start a conversation with a stranger. Use a Zippo gas lighter. Lighting a cigarette with a Zippo lighter is very similar to lighting one with a disposable lighter. Make sure that your lighter has enough fluid. Some Zippo lighters are even wind resistant. Closing the lid on a Zippo lighter extinguishes the flame.
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Put the cigarette in your mouth. Create a flame with your lighter. Bring the flame to the tip of your cigarette. Inhale while the flame is still touching the tip of your cigarette. Obtain a match from a box or book of matches. Drag the match against the striker. Bring the match to the tip of your cigarette. Inhale through your cigarette. Blow on your match to put it out. Use a grill lighter as an alternative to the traditional cigarette lighter. Turn on your gas stove for a quick flame. Use the tip of another person’s lit cigarette to light your own. Use a Zippo gas lighter.
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How to Remove a Urine Stain from a Leather Couch
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You can easily remove a urine stain from your leather couch with household items. Start by soaking up any excess urine with paper towels. Blot or dab the stain, since rubbing it will only spread the urine. If your couch cushion has a zipper, remove the stuffing so you can wash it separately. To make your own cleaner, mix 1 quart of hydrogen peroxide, ¼ cup of baking soda, and 1 tablespoon of dish soap. Gently wipe your leather cover with the mixture. If nothing else works, try using a commercial leather cleaner. Then, wash the stuffing in the sink with a stain remover. You might need to squeeze it out and wash it a few times to get rid of the odor. Let the stuffing dry completely in the sun before you put it back in the cushion.
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Soak up any excess urine. Discovering the urine while it is still wet is the ideal time to clean up the mess. Use paper towels to soak up any urine that might be pooled on the leather surface. Do not rub the paper towels over the urine; that will simply spread out the stain. Instead, blot or dab at the urine puddle. This step may require use of a multiple paper towels. If you don't have paper towels handy, you can use a clean cloth or rag. However, take care not to use a cloth that is colored with a strong dye, since dye can easily transfer to leather and stain it. Remove the stuffing. If the urine stain was made on a leather couch cushion, remove the stuffing from the affected cushion. Usually there is a zipper on one of the back or bottom edges of the cushion from which the stuffing can be removed. Put the stuffing somewhere off to the side to clean later with an enzymatic cleanser. It is important to remove the stuffing because even if you catch the stain soon after it was made, the urine could still soak into the cushion stuffing. If the urine soaks into the stuffing, it can cause the urine smell to linger on the couch even after you clean the leather surface. If you're unable to remove the stuffing, you may have to consult a professional furniture company to see if they could assist you. Perform a cleanser spot test. It's highly recommended to use specialized leather cleaners to wipe down the surface of the urine stained leather. These cleaners can be found at pet stores, drug stores, or bigger retail chains. However, before you use the cleanser on the entire stained area, it's a good idea to test it out on an inconspicuous part of your couch. A successful urine stain cleanser is “Nature's Miracle,” which can be found in most pet stores. Consider testing the cleaner on small areas near the rear or bottom of your couch. If the cleanser reacts negatively on the leather, you will have saved yourself from ruining the entire visible area of the urine stain. Clean the leather surface. Use a cloth lightly dampened with your chosen cleanser to wipe the stained area. Drag the dampened cloth over the area gently; you do not want to scrub the leather. Be sure to wipe the entire surface of the stained area from edge to edge, seam to seam. It's important to clean the entire surface, since you could leave a new stain on the leather if you just clean a specific area. It's better to dampen and clean the entire section of the leather cushion, rather than only treat the stained area. If you want to make your own cleaning solution, mix together 1 US quart (0.95 L) of hydrogen peroxide, ¼ cup (58 g) of baking soda, and 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of liquid dish soap. Gently combine these ingredients together in a bowl. Dip your cloth into the solution and wring it out. You can also use white vinegar as a natural alternative to hydrogen peroxide. Vinegar can help disinfect and deodorize the stained surface. Wash the stuffing. Since the stuffing may be saturated with urine, you need to use an enzymatic cleaner to remove the urine and dispel the urine's potent, chemical odor. Wash the stuffing as you would wash any kind of clothing by hand, in a large sink or tub. Apply the enzymatic cleanser to the stuffing and use your hands to work the cleaning solution into the urine-saturated area. Squeeze the stuffing and rinse it with clean, running water. Do this many times to be sure you completely rinse out and neutralize the urine stain and odor. Allow the stuffing to dry naturally outside. If the stuffing can dry outside in sunlight, that may help get rid of the urine smell even more. Reinsert the stuffing. Insert the stuffing back into the leather cushion once the stuffing and cushion are both completely dry. Do your best to reposition the stuffing how it was in the cushion originally, and zip the cushion shut again. Condition the leather. After the leather has fully dried, apply a leather conditioner to the leather surface. Apply a small amount of conditioner to a soft rag, and use the rag to wipe the entire surface of the leather. Be sure to coat all sides of the leather cushion. A leather conditioner will ensure that your leather stays soft and supple, replenishing any of the natural oils that the cleaning solution may have removed from the surface.
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Soak up any excess urine. Remove the stuffing. Perform a cleanser spot test. Clean the leather surface. Wash the stuffing. Reinsert the stuffing. Condition the leather.
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How to Detect Flea Bites
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Flea bites generally produce hard, red spots, which can be itchy and painful and sometimes have light spots in the center. They often occur in small clusters, but unlike other insect bites, flea bites don't usually swell. You're more likely to get flea bites on your legs and ankles, which fleas can easily reach from the ground. If your pets have been bitten by fleas, you'll probably catch them scratching or biting themselves. Look for bald patches in their fur and scabs on their skin.
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Check for bites on the legs and ankles. Fleas tend to bite humans on parts of the body that they can easily reach from the ground, such as the feet, ankles, and legs. They sometimes also bite in areas such as around the waistband (in the gap between the shirt and pants) or around the tops of your socks. Due to the way fleas feed, their bites tend to occur in small clusters. Look for hard, red spots. Unlike other types of insect bites, flea bites don't usually swell. Instead, the bites typically look like little red spots, sometimes with a light spot in the center. You may be able to see a single puncture mark in the middle of the bite. Flea bites can sometimes bleed or scab over if you scratch them a lot. Make note of itching or pain. One of the major symptoms of flea bites is intense itching, although some people may experience more itching than others. You might also find the bites painful. If possible, try to avoid scratching the bites too much. Excessive scratching can cause the bites to become infected, and will also make the itching worse. Try relieving the itch with a topical cream, such as calamine lotion or an antihistamine cream. Watch for blisters if you’re sensitive to flea bites. If you're allergic to flea bites, you may have a more severe reaction. In this case, the bites might swell and develop a blister at the center, which can eventually break and crust over. Keep an eye out for fleas. If you think you're getting bitten by fleas, see if you can spot the fleas themselves. Fleas are small (about 1–3 millimetres (0.039–0.118 in) long, or a little smaller than a sesame seed), black or dark brown insects that typically jump. You may also see them wiggling through human hair or animal fur. They do not have wings. You might find it easier to spot fleas on your feet or ankles if you're wearing white or light-colored socks. Look for persistent scratching or biting behaviors. If your pet is being bitten by fleas, it will likely be intensely itchy. You may notice your dog or cat scratching itself constantly or biting and chewing on areas that it can't reach with its claws. An animal being harassed by fleas may also act jumpy or irritable. Check for rough, patchy, or thinning fur. If your pet is scratching and biting itself a lot, it may begin to damage or wear away its fur. Additionally, allergens in the fleas' saliva can cause hair loss. Check your pet for bald spots and rough or unusually dirty looking fur. Cats with flea allergies often lose hair over large portions of their bodies, while dogs typically lose fur around the base of the tail. Keep an eye out for scabs and sores on the skin. A flea-bitten pet may have obvious spots and scabs, especially in areas where they scratch or chew the most. Look for sores and scabs in areas like the tail, rear end, legs, and neck. You might also notice general redness and irritation or areas where the skin is thickened or discolored. If your pet is allergic to fleas, they may develop sores that ooze or crust over. Check your pets’ fur and bedding for flea dirt. Even if you never see the fleas themselves, they often leave behind tell-tale black flecks in your pet's fur and bedding. Try running a comb through your animal's fur to see if you can find flea dirt (feces) and live fleas. Try combing your pet over a white surface, such as a piece of cloth or paper, so that any falling dirt or fleas are more obvious. To prevent the fleas from escaping and moving around your home, you can also comb your pet over a sink or tub with a little soapy water in it. This way, any fleas that you comb out of your pet's fur will die when they land in the water. Since flea dirt is primarily composed of blood, it will turn red or reddish brown if you mix it with water. Focus on the parts of your animal where fleas are most likely to be active. For example, fleas most commonly gather on the ears, neck, lower back, and base of the tail on dogs. On cats, fleas may concentrate on the back of the neck and top of the head. Keep your pets indoors if possible. If you're being bitten by fleas, you most likely have an infested pet in your home. Pets such as dogs and cats can easily pick up fleas by going outside, so one of the best ways to keep fleas out of your home is to keep your pets indoors as much as possible. If your pets do go outside, protect them from fleas by fitting them with flea collars or using regular spot-on flea prevention treatments. Some outdoor locations are more likely to have fleas than others. If you find that your pet keeps coming back from a specific park with a fresh flea infestation, try taking them to a different spot for a while and see if the situation improves. Treat any flea-infested pets promptly. If your pet does get fleas, treating them right away can reduce your chances of getting bitten. Comb your pet frequently to remove fleas and eggs from their fur, and treat them with a flea shampoo or another pet-safe insecticide treatment. Flea treatments that are safe for one species of animal may not be safe for another. For example, you should never treat a cat with any flea medication containing permethrin. A few good treatment options include spot-on flea medications, such as Frontline and Advantage, or flea shampoos such as Adams Flea & Tick Shampoo. There are also a variety of fast-acting oral flea medications on the market, which are helpful for severe infestations. Some popular brands include Sentry Capguard and PetArmor Fastcaps. You can also purchase a flea collar to kill fleas on your pet and prevent future infestations. However, some flea collars may contain insecticides that are dangerous to pets and humans, such as tetrachlorvinphos, carbaryl, and propoxur. Clean pet bedding areas regularly. Flea eggs, larvae, and pupae can accumulate in places where your pets regularly hang out and sleep. To prevent your pet from getting re-infested with fleas, vacuum their bedding and wash it on a long cycle with hot water. If you can't wash your pet's bed, or if it's thoroughly covered with flea dirt and dander, throw it out and replace it. It's also a good idea to wash fabric pet toys and any surfaces where your pet likes to sleep, such as throw rugs or comforters. If your pet likes to sleep on your bed, wash your sheets and other bedclothes. Vacuum floors, rugs, and furniture. In addition to cleaning pet-specific areas, cleaning the rest of your house can also help get rid of flea eggs and pupae before they have a chance to hatch. Regularly vacuum your entire home, especially in areas where your pets tend to spend a lot of time. After vacuuming, immediately empty the vacuum cleaner's dirt chamber or remove the dust bag and throw it away outside your home. Try a house-wide insecticide treatment for severe infestations. If you have a major flea infestation in your home, your best bet may be to treat the whole house with an insecticide. You can either purchase an over-the-counter home flea treatment or call in a professional exterminator to handle the problem for you. Flea treatments may come in the form of a spray or a “flea bomb” designed to spread the insecticide through your entire home. You may need to reapply the insecticide treatment after a couple of weeks to make sure you get any fleas that have hatched since the first treatment.
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Check for bites on the legs and ankles. Look for hard, red spots. Make note of itching or pain. Watch for blisters if you’re sensitive to flea bites. Keep an eye out for fleas. Look for persistent scratching or biting behaviors. Check for rough, patchy, or thinning fur. Keep an eye out for scabs and sores on the skin. Check your pets’ fur and bedding for flea dirt. Keep your pets indoors if possible. Treat any flea-infested pets promptly. Clean pet bedding areas regularly. Vacuum floors, rugs, and furniture. Try a house-wide insecticide treatment for severe infestations.
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How to Cure Stomach Pain
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To cure stomach pains naturally, start by drinking at least 8 glasses of water daily and eating more fiber-rich foods to prevent constipation. If simple lifestyle habits don't cure your pain, try drinking 1-2 cups of aloe vera juice daily to neutralize stomach acids. You can also drink 2-3 cups of fennel tea each day, about 20 minutes before you eat, to reduce acid. Alternatively, if you have stomach pain after eating, track the foods that trigger the pain and eliminate them from your diet.
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Ask your doctor about taking a daily antacid. If you experience frequent stomach pain or indigestion, talk to your doctor about medications that may help. They may recommend that you take an antacid once a day, which may be available over-the-counter or as a prescription. If your symptoms are less frequent, your doctor may advise you to only take the medication as needed. Wear loose-fitting clothing. Tight clothing may constrict your stomach and lead to stomach pain. If you tend to wear tight fitting clothing, then try switching to loose fitting clothing for a while to see if it helps. Stop smoking. Among its other negative effects, smoking can increase stomach acid and this may cause stomach pain. If you smoke, ask your doctor for help with quitting. There are many smoking cessation medications, tools, and programs that may help you. Lose weight. Carrying around excess weight can also put pressure on your internal organs and lead to reflux or GERD. If you are overweight or obese, then you may need to lose weight to eliminate this potential cause of stomach pain. Keep track of how much you eat every day. To lose weight, it is important to make sure that the number of calories you consume is less than the number of calories you burn. Keeping track of how much you eat in a food diary is the best way to see if you are burning more calories than you are eating each day. Get one hour of moderate exercise most days of the week. Losing weight is easier if you incorporate plenty of cardiovascular activity such as brisk walking, biking, or swimming. Find something that works for you and stick with it. Avoid fad diets. Losing weight takes time and fad diets that promise that you will lose lots of weight overnight will probably require you to deprive yourself and you may also end up gaining back the weight you lost after the diet is over. Sleep with your head elevated. Lying in bed can result in stomach acid rising up and this may lead to stomach pain. One way to reduce this factor is to elevate your upper body while you sleep. You can do this by raising up the head of your bed while you sleep or by placing some pillows under your upper body. Keep in mind that using extra pillows under your head will not help since this will only cause your head and neck to bend forward. It is important to make sure that your entire upper body is elevated. Manage stress. Stress is a common cause of stomach pain and other digestive issues as well. To manage stress, make sure that you incorporate some relaxation exercises into your daily routine. Practice deep breathing exercises. Taking a few minutes to breathe deeply can also help you to manage stress. Try inhaling slowly through your nose to the count of five, then exhale slowly through your mouth to the count of five. Repeat this deep breath exercise for about 5-10 minutes. Listen to soothing music. Music is a great way to change your mood and soothing music can help to reduce stress when it strikes. Try playing some relaxing classical music or nature sounds. You can also just play one of your favorite songs and sing along. Learn how to meditate. Meditation is another great way to relax and manage stress. Meditation teaches you to silence your racing thoughts, which is a major cause of stress for some people. Meditation may even help you to be less affected by stress over time. Identify problem foods. If you experience stomach pain after eating, then the foods that you are eating may be to blame. One way that you can begin to cure stomach pain is to keep track of the foods that you eat and how they make you feel. Over time, you should begin to notice that certain foods cause stomach pain more than others, while some cause no pain at all. Adjust your eating habits to eliminate these causes of stomach pain. For example, if you notice that you get stomach pain after eating spaghetti and meatballs with pasta sauce, then that food may be causing your stomach pain. To determine if the sauce, pasta, or meatballs are causing your stomach pain, try eliminating one component each day. For example, you can eat just spaghetti and meatballs without sauce the following day and if you do not have stomach pain, then you will know that it was the sauce that caused the pain. Steer clear of common problem foods. You may also cure your stomach pain by eliminating some of the most common causes of stomach pain from your diet. Common problem foods to avoid include: Caffeinated drinks, such as coffee, black tea, and lattes Fatty foods, such as French fries, cookies, and pastries Carbonated drinks Acidic foods, such as pasta sauce and orange juice Alcohol Pasta Full-fat dairy products Drink plenty of water. Keeping yourself well hydrated is another good way to start curing your stomach pain. Water helps your body digest your food and it also helps to reduce stomach acid. Most adults should drink about eight 8-ounce glasses of water per day. Try adding a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to a cup of water. Apple cider vinegar can help to neutralize stomach acid, which may also help to cure your stomach pain. Eat more fiber-rich foods. Consuming a high-fiber diet is essential for good health, but it may also help with your stomach pain as well. Fiber keeps food moving through your system, so it may prevent you from becoming constipated. Try to eat an apple every day. Apples are a good source of fiber and they also contain pectin, which can help to neutralize acid. Decrease the amount of food you eat in one sitting. Eating a lot of food at once causes stress on your stomach that may be causing stomach pain for you. To reduce this stress, try eating small frequent meals spaced throughout the day. For example, instead of having a big lunch, try breaking your normal lunch into two separate meals. Have one at 12pm and the other at 3pm. You can do the same with your breakfast and dinner as well. Try to eat a small 200 – 300 calorie meal about once every three hours during the day. Stop eating two to three hours before bedtime. Eating too close to bedtime may be putting pressure on your stomach as you try to sleep. To eliminate this potential cause of stomach pain, stop eating about two to three hours before bedtime. If you are used to having a bedtime snack, try having a cup of herbal tea about an hour before bed to help you relax. Eat slowly. Eating your food in a hurry can put extra pressure on your stomach as well. To eliminate this potential cause of stomach pain, try to take your time when you are eating your meal. Chew slowly and pay close attention to what you are eating. Try putting your fork down in between bites or take a sip of water after every few bites. Try aloe vera juice. Aloe vera juice can help to neutralize the acid in your stomach, so you may find it helpful to drink a cup or two of aloe vera juice each day. You can find aloe vera juice in a health food store or a well-stocked grocery store. Keep in mind that aloe vera juice has a mild laxative effect, so you may want to start with just half of a cup to see how your body responds to it. Drink some fennel tea. Fennel can help to reduce stomach acid and settle your stomach, so it might help you to cure your stomach pain. Try drinking two to three cups of fennel tea per day about 20 minutes before you eat. To make fennel tea, crush about a teaspoon of fennel seeds and add a cup of boiled water. Steep the seeds in the water for about five minutes and then strain the water. Sip some chamomile or ginger tea. Chamomile and ginger tea may help to calm your stomach and they also have anti-inflammatory effects. You can buy chamomile and ginger tea in most grocery stores. Try drinking a cup of chamomile or ginger tea after meals to help soothe your stomach and relieve stomach pain. Take deglycyrrhizinated licorice root (DGL) chewable tablets. DGL tablets may help to control stomach acid. DGL tablets may also provide some relief for stomach pain by increasing mucous production in your stomach. The mucous acts as a soothing coating for your stomach. You can find DGL tablets in a health food store or well-stocked grocery store. Make sure that you check with your doctor before taking DGL tablets and follow the manufacturer's instructions as well. A common dosage for DGL tablets is two to three tablets every four to six hours. Try some slippery elm. Slippery elm can soothe and coat your stomach as well, which may also help to relieve stomach pain. You can take slippery elm as a liquid supplement or as a tablet. Check with your doctor before taking slippery elm and follow the manufacturer's instructions as well. See a doctor for a diagnosis. If you have been experiencing stomach pain for more than a few days, or if nothing seems to help, then you should call your doctor as soon as possible. Stomach pain can range from mild to severe and it may be caused by a variety of conditions, so it is important to get a diagnosis and proper treatment for your stomach pain. Your doctor may recommend that you have an endoscopy, especially if your pain is recurring. Some of the potential causes of stomach pain include: Food poisoning Gas Ulcers Kidney stones Gallstones Hernia Appendicitis Flu Allergies Endometriosis Indigestion Constipation Think about the characteristics of your pain. Before your doctor's appointment, try to think about what your pain feels like, where it is located on your body, how often it occurs, and what else accompanies your pain. Your doctor will need to know these details in order to make a diagnosis. For instance: If your stomach hurts in your upper abdomen, chest, or throat, it could be acid reflux. Take a calcium carbonate antacid or an acid blocker like famotidine. If your pain is in your lower abdomen, it could be a virus or something you ate, particularly if you also have diarrhea. If you're experiencing a very localized pain in the right lower area of your abdomen, see your doctor, especially if you also have a low-grade fever. It could be appendicitis. If the pain is in the lower left part of your abdomen, it could be diverticulitis, which is inflammation or infection of your lower colon. Watch for red flags. In some situations, you may need to go to an emergency room for immediate treatment. If you have any serious symptoms along with your stomach pain, then you will need to go to an emergency room or call 911 right away. Serious symptoms to watch for include: Fever Severe pain Diarrhea that lasts more than two days Constipation that lasts more than two days Red, bloody stools or stools that look black and tarry Persistent nausea and/or vomiting Vomiting up blood or vomit that resembles coffee grounds Severe belly tenderness Jaundice (eyes and skin that look yellowish) Swelling or visible bloating of your abdomen
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Ask your doctor about taking a daily antacid. Wear loose-fitting clothing. Stop smoking. Lose weight. Sleep with your head elevated. Manage stress. Identify problem foods. Steer clear of common problem foods. Drink plenty of water. Eat more fiber-rich foods. Decrease the amount of food you eat in one sitting. Stop eating two to three hours before bedtime. Eat slowly. Try aloe vera juice. Drink some fennel tea. Sip some chamomile or ginger tea. Take deglycyrrhizinated licorice root (DGL) chewable tablets. Try some slippery elm. See a doctor for a diagnosis. Think about the characteristics of your pain. Watch for red flags.
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How to Make Pralines
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To make traditional southern pralines, butter the sides of a saucepan and pour in sugar, salt, corn syrup, milk, and butter. Stir the ingredients together and cook them over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the ingredients boil. Then, remove the saucepan from the heat and allow it to cool for 10 minutes. Once cooled, add pecans and vanilla and beat the mixture with a spoon for 2 minutes. Finally, use your spoon to drop the candy onto parchment paper, let it cool, and enjoy!
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Prepare the counter. The praline process is delicate and time sensitive. You need to make sure that you have a spooning area ready before you begin to cook. This will make sure you don't let your pralines cool too much later on. Place a few sheets of parchment paper near you. Place a spoon by the paper in case you need it to help get the mixture off the spoon. You will also need a candy thermometer. You can also use aluminum foil instead of parchment paper. Do not use wax paper. The heat of the pralines will melt the wax off the paper. You can also put the parchment paper on a flat baking if you want to be able to move them after your make them. Simmer your mixture. Butter the sides of a 2 quart saucepan. Pour in the sugars, salt, corn syrup, milk, and butter in the saucepan. Stir them together and cook over medium heat. Stir the mixture constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil. Continue to cook until it reaches 236 degrees on the candy thermometer. Remove it from heat and allow it to cool for 10 minutes. You can use the soft ball test if you don't have a candy thermometer. When you think your mixture is thick enough, drizzle a drop of the candy mixture into a glass of cold water. Take the ball that forms out of the water. If it squishes flat between your fingers but stays together, it is ready to come off the heat. Finish the pralines. Once the mixture has cooled, put the nuts and the vanilla into the mixture. Beat the mixture by hand with a spoon for about 2 minutes. The candy should start to thicken and lose its glossy sheen. Pour the pralines. Once it it no longer glossy, take your spoon and start to measure out your pralines. Each spoonful should be dropped on the parchment paper you prepared earlier. If the mixture gets stuck on the spoon, use the spoon you set aside earlier to help get the mixture off. Continue this until all of the pralines are formed. Let them cool to room temperature before you eat them. Pour a teaspoon or two of hot water in the pralines if the mixture starts to harden before you are done spooning them out. You can make a few variations of this recipe if you want. For chocolate pralines, add a 1/2 cup chocolate to the ingredients in the saucepan. If you want peanut butter pralines, add a 1/3 peanut butter in the 30 seconds before your mixture is done boiling. If you are allergic to nuts, add in 1 1/2 cups of puffed rice cereal instead of pecans. Prepare your pans. You need to prepare baking sheets to place your pralines on to cool. Take two flat baking sheets and cover then with aluminum foil. Butter the aluminum foil. Combine your ingredients. Put your sugar, cream, and corn syrup into a large glass bowl. Stir the mixture together until you dissolved the lumps in the sugar. You can use any microwave safe bowl if you don't have a glass bowl. Cook the mixture. Once you've stirred the ingredients. Place your bowl in the microwave. Cook the mixture on high for 13 minutes. Carefully remove it from the microwave. The bowl will be extremely hot. Finish the praline mixture. Put the butter, pecans, and vanilla in the bowl. Stir them with a spoon. Continue to stir them for around 1 minute. You know that you have stirred the mixture enough when the texture becomes less glossy. You can chop your pecans or leave them whole. That is up to you. This recipe was modified for the microwave, but it can also be made on the stove. Cook everything but the nuts and vanilla in a saucepan until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes before you add the nuts and vanilla. Follow the rest of the recipes as it is. Pour your pralines. Right as you finish stirring, you have to start spooning the mixture onto your prepared sheets. Using a tablespoon, drop heaping tablespoon sized pralines onto the baking sheet. Continue until you are out of mixture. Let them cool to room temperature. This should take about 20 minutes. Serve and enjoy. Add 1-3 teaspoons of cream if the mixture cools and hardens while you are spooning them out. These pralines are best the first day they are made. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container for up to four days. Preheat the oven. These pralines differ because you bake them instead of boiling them in a pan. Preheat your oven at 350 degrees. Put the oven rack in the middle position. Stir ingredients. Measure out all the ingredients into one bowl. Stir them until they are well blended together. The nuts should be completely covered in the mixture. This recipe is nuttier than others. If you want to have a more balanced ratio of candy to nuts, reduce the amount of nuts to 1 cup. Spread your mixture. Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spoon all the ingredients from your bowl onto the baking sheet. Use a rubber spatula to remove any excess honey and sugar from the sides of the bowl. Spread the mixture into a thin layer. You can use aluminum foil if you want. Don't use wax paper because it will melt in the oven. Cook the pralines. Place the baking sheet onto the middle rack in the oven. Let the mixture bake for 8 minutes. Take the pan out of the oven. The honey and sugar should be melted and bubbling along the pan. Using a heat resistant spatula, stir the nuts into the mixture, coating them completely. Put the pan back into the oven for 3 more minutes. Take them out and stir them one more time. Put them back in the oven for three final minutes. Serve the pralines. Take the pan out of the oven. They should be darker now. Spread the nuts back into a single layer. Allow them to cool. Once they are completely cool, pull them off the parchment paper. They will start to break apart. Take the larger pieces and break them into smaller ones. You can use your hands or a knife. Serve and enjoy. Dissolve the sugar. To start your pralines, you must first make a caramel. Put your sugar and water into a large saucepan. Stir the sugar and water over a medium heat to help the sugar dissolve. Once it is dissolved, stop stirring the mixture. Use a pastry brush to remove any sugar crystals from the side of the pot. Removing the crystals makes it so your caramel isn't grainy. Cook the caramel. Increase the heat of the pan. Bring the mixture to a boil. When your mixture starts to get golden brown, add in your almonds and stir the mixture. Once the sugar turns golden brown, remove it from the heat. Make sure you watch your pot very carefully. The mixture will burn easily. Pour the pralines. Take your pan and plunge the bottom into a sink or bowl full of cold water. This lowers the heat of the pan and keeps the caramel from getting too brown. Cover a flat baking sheet with parchment paper. Pour out your praline mixture and spread it across the pan in an even layer. Let it cool. Crush the pralines. One of the differences between British and American pralines is that they are crushed and used as a topping instead of eaten as candies. Once the pralines have cooled completely, break it apart. Put the pieces into a food processor. Pulse until it makes a fine powder. These are good as toppings on other desserts such as cakes and ice cream sundaes.
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Prepare the counter. Simmer your mixture. Finish the pralines. Pour the pralines. Prepare your pans. Combine your ingredients. Cook the mixture. Finish the praline mixture. Pour your pralines. Preheat the oven. Stir ingredients. Spread your mixture. Cook the pralines. Serve the pralines. Dissolve the sugar. Cook the caramel. Pour the pralines. Crush the pralines.
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How to Cry Without People Knowing
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To cry without people knowing, it's easiest to find a private spot, like your bedroom, a bathroom, or a quiet spot outside. However, if getting away isn't an option, breathe deeply and cry as quietly as possible. To draw less attention to your tears, place your hand on your forehead, as though you're thinking or shading your eyes from the sun. If you're in a social situation, pretend you got a call and walk to the most private spot you can find to allow yourself a moment to cry and regroup. After you've shed a few tears, splash some cold water on your face if there's any redness or swelling around your eyes or nose. You can also use some eye drops or sunglasses to hide the fact that you've been crying.
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Wait until you are alone. This may be difficult, but if you feel that you need to cry, try to wait until you can get somewhere private. Your own room is always a good choice, if it's available. If you are not at home, going outside for a few minutes usually won't arouse too much suspicion. Likewise, the bathroom is usually always a good choice, if it is a private bathroom you can lock the door for 5-10 minutes without anyone thinking anything of it. If you are in a public bathroom, go in one of the stalls and lock the door. You will have to be more aware of any noise you might be making, but it will still afford you some privacy. If you need to hide a sob that you can't keep in, try flushing the toilet to hide the noise. Excuse yourself from the situation. If you feel like you still have control over yourself, you can politely say, “I need to use the restroom”, or “I need a few minutes to take a phone call outside.” This will discourage anyone who might wish to accompany you outside. If you feel that you are very close to tears, this might be more difficult. One way to avoid making eye contact is to pretend someone has called or sent you a message. This way, you can pull your phone out, and step away without saying anything or looking at anyone. If you can manage it, just simply say “excuse me for a moment”, if not don't say anything. The people around you might think it was a little rude, but when you come back, just apologize and say you had to take that message/phone call as you had been waiting for it all day. Cry quietly. When we are very upset, it can be very satisfying to cry loudly; however, if you are trying to keep it secret, you should cry as quietly as possible, especially if you are in a place where you might easily be heard. Breathe in and out slowly and deeply. Don't hold your breath! If you do hold your breath, eventually you will have to breathe out, and at this point there is a good chance you will make a sobbing sound. Taking deep breaths will also help you calm down. Dab your eyes gently. Use a tissue, or your sleeve if you don't have one, and gently dab the tears as they fall. Try not to rub as this will make your eyes even more swollen and red. Don’t worry. It is OK to cry, and you should not feel bad or embarrassed about it. Especially if you've managed to find somewhere private. Instead, try working out whatever is upsetting you so much to see if you can find a solution. Obviously, there may be some instances where something has happened that doesn't have a solution (e.g. loss of a loved one). In this case give yourself permission to be sad and upset for a few minutes. Try to take deep breaths, which will make the crying quieter, but will also help to calm you a bit. Let it out. If you've managed to find a safe place to cry in private, then let it all out. Unless you're in a hurry, you should give yourself a few minutes to release the emotions you are feeling. Again, if there is a chance someone might hear you, then try to keep quiet, but don't try to hold it all in. This might make things worse. Once you've let off some steam, do your best to calm yourself. Take a few slow, deep breaths and try to smile. This will trick your brain into thinking happier thoughts, and instantly provide a tiny bit of positive feelings. Breathe as deeply as you can. If you can't get to a private place, but you know the tears will fall anyway, you can try to keep it a secret by crying silently. Although you likely won't be able to keep the tears in, you can do your best to keep the noise in. To do this breathe deeply, but do it as quietly as you can. This isn't supposed to be a deep sigh, but rather you want to keep your breath moving steadily so you won't sob. Don't hold your breath! Eventually, you will have to breathe, and if it has built up in your chest, a sob may come out with it. If a sound does escape, try to play it off as a cough or a sneeze if you can. Make yourself as inconspicuous as possible. This will depend largely on your specific situation, but you should try to get as far away from the center of attention as possible. If you are at work or school, sit at your desk, and try to make it appear as though you are casually reading something on your screen or desk. Place your hand on your forehead, as though you are shading your eyes from the sun. This will make it more difficult for others to see what your eyes are doing. If you are in a more social situation, pretend you got a call on your cell phone, and walk to the most private area you can find. Keep pretending to talk on the phone so that people will pay less attention to you. Dab your tears away as they fall. If you have managed to keep the attention off of yourself, you can casually dab the tears away. You can use a tissue if you have it, or your sleeve. If you are wearing a short sleeve shirt, just use the back of your hand. Avoid rubbing! It will be tempting to just rub your face and eyes to try and stop, but this will only add to the redness and swelling that naturally occurs when you cry. Distract yourself. In this case, you probably don't just want to let it out. Instead, you will want to gain control of yourself. You can try to stop yourself from crying by smiling, which can help to trick your brain into happier thoughts. Think about a funny thing that happened recently, or about something you are looking forward to. If you can't think of anything, try to become very focused on what is going on around you. This will help distract you from what is upsetting you. You can also quickly write down your feelings in a notebook or on your phone so you can move past them. Rejoin the group. If you are somewhere where it will be noticed if you don't rejoin, then at some point you will need to get back into it. How you do this will depend on how you're feeling. If you're feeling much better, and you aren't worried that you will cry again, then jump back in. It may take a couple of minutes for you to get back into the conversation normally, but don't worry about it. If you've successfully completed all these steps, it's unlikely that anyone will notice that you were crying. If you're worried that you might cry again, try to join in, but minimally. Don't try to be super involved in the conversation. Instead, do your best to look happy (smiling as best you can might also help you feel better), and listen to the conversation. This may also help distract you from what is causing the tears. If you're at your desk at school or work, simply go back to working as you normally would. You are at an advantage in this situation because there won't be any expectation to be social. Take a few minutes to cheer yourself up after crying, for example, by watching a funny video, or looking at things you enjoy on your phone or the computer. Take off your makeup from your eyes. If you were wearing makeup before you were crying, at least remove the makeup from your eyes. At this point, it's probably ruined anyway. You will need to splash your face with water, if possible, and it is also likely that you've smeared it all anyway. Thus, you should remove your makeup with a makeup remover if possible. If you don't have any makeup remover with you, try using soap and water, or a wet paper towel. If you don't have anything do your best to gently wipe away your makeup with a tissue or towel. Splash cold water on your face. Make the water as cold as you can stand, and gently splash it onto your face several times. This will help take any redness and swelling away. Alternatively, you can place cucumbers or some ice cubes wrapped in a towel on your eyes to help reduce the redness and swelling. Whatever you do, avoid rubbing your face vigorously! This will only make the redness worse. Use eye drops. If you can, use an eye drop in each eye. This will clear them up, and remove any redness. Drink a glass of water. If you have cried a lot of tears, you should drink some water to re-hydrate yourself. It will help calm you down, too. Apply moisturizer. If you have some moisturizer handy, apply some to your face, as it will help remove any tightness you have around your eyes. Reapply makeup. If you were wearing it, you will need to reapply. Make sure to reapply your foundation and blush, as the tears may have made streaks down your cheeks. If your eyes are still a bit puffy and red, try applying a brighter lipstick, which will draw the attention away from your eyes. Put on sunglasses. If it is still very obvious that you have been crying, slip on a pair of sunglasses. However, don't do this if, for example, you are at work or school where you sit at a desk. People will know something is up. If you feel that you have to wear sunglasses to hide it, you could use the excuse that you were at the eye doctor, and you were instructed to wear them for a few hours. You could also say that your eyes are feeling very sensitive to light, and the sunglasses are helping with the pain.
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Wait until you are alone. Excuse yourself from the situation. Cry quietly. Don’t worry. Let it out. Breathe as deeply as you can. Make yourself as inconspicuous as possible. Dab your tears away as they fall. Distract yourself. Rejoin the group. Take off your makeup from your eyes. Splash cold water on your face. Use eye drops. Drink a glass of water. Apply moisturizer. Reapply makeup. Put on sunglasses.
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How to Get Super Bowl Tickets
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To get Super Bowl tickets, find out when they go on sale and try to buy them right away from the NFL, since tickets sell very quickly. Don't worry if you don't manage to get a ticket directly, since the NFL only sells 25% of the tickets this way. You can still find tickets by searching resale sites like Stub Hub and Tick Pick, which often have many available. However, expect to pay a premium for buying the ticket from a resale site. You can also watch out for TV and radio competitions, which often have Super Bowl giveaways. If you're a season ticket holder for either of the Super Bowl teams, look into your club's lotteries, which offer a certain amount of tickets to participating season holders on a random basis.
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Purchase a ticket directly from the NFL while they're available. Each year, the NFL itself distributes about 25% of the total tickets. Some of these tickets are available for direct purchase at face value, but you'll have to buy the tickets well in advance of the game. These typically sell very quickly, and are often purchased by ticket brokers who resell them once the AFC and NFC champion teams are decided. Also, keep in mind many of these tickets are sold as part of packages, which may involve lodging, airfare, and entertaining before, during, and after the game. For more information on buying tickets from the NFL, visit https://nflonlocation.com/superbowl-tickets/. Enter a team lottery if you have season tickets. Each year, 35% of the tickets to the Super Bowl game are given to the teams playing in the championship game—17.5% to each team. These tickets are typically divided among the sponsors and players first, then a certain number will be offered to some of the season ticket holders via a lottery. If you purchased a season ticket package, contact the organization to find out the process for entering their lottery. If you're selected in the lottery, you can buy tickets at face value, which started at $950 for Super Bowl LI in 2017. You may be selected in a lottery even if your team doesn't go to the Super Bowl. Another 5% of the total tickets go to the host team, and 34.8% of the total tickets are spread among the remaining teams, and a small percentage of those may be handed out through a lottery as well. For example, in 2019, 5% of Super Bowl tickets will go to the Atlanta Falcons, regardless of who plays in the championship game. Apply for the Super Bowl ADA Random Drawing if you’re disabled. Every year, the NFL holds a lottery for fans who have a disability and who would like to attend the Super Bowl. If you win, you'll be given the ability to purchase a wheelchair ticket and a ticket for a companion, both at face value. To be eligible, your entry must be received between February 1 and June 1 of the year before the Super Bowl. For instance, to be eligible for Super Bowl LIV in Miami in 2020, you would need to apply between February 1, 2019, and June 1, 2019. The application should include your full name and address, phone number, and email address. It can be a letter or a postcard, but it must be sent through either certified or registered mail. Mail the application to: Super Bowl ADA Random Drawing, 345 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10154. Look on an online ticket resale site closer to the game. Ticket brokers offer tickets for sale through secondary websites, but individuals may also sell their tickets online if, for instance, they're chosen through a lottery but opt not to attend the game. Typically, if you're a fan who doesn't have season tickets or any connections to a sponsor or a team member, this is the best option for finding seats after the championship teams have been decided. One way to buy resale tickets from individuals is to visit the NFL ticket exchange, which is run by Ticketmaster. Other popular resale sites include Stub Hub, Tick Pick, and Seat Geek. Enter local radio and TV drawings. Sometimes, local radio and TV stations will be given Super Bowl tickets, which they'll give away for free as part of a drawing. If you hear about one of these giveaways, pay close attention to the rules for entry. The odds of winning aren't great, but someone is guaranteed to win, so it's worth a shot! You might even find Super Bowl giveaways on your favorite websites, so don't forget to check online! Buy a ticket package to combine your entire experience into one purchase. Unless you live in the city where the Super Bowl is being hosted, you'll probably need to figure out your flight, lodging, and any entertainment you might want to enjoy before and after the game. For an easy way to take care of all of this, buy a ticket package directly from the NFL or from a third-party vendor. You can typically choose from multiple levels of packages, with varying levels of personalized service. Keep in mind that packages with better seats will cost a lot more money than packages in the nosebleed section. You can even spend tens of thousands of dollars to get tickets in a suite. Some of these packages might include tickets to concerts or invitations to exclusive parties, while others might be more basic, just providing for your airfare and hotel room. Watch ticket prices in the month before the game to find a low price. Ticket prices can fluctuate dramatically in the weeks leading up to the Super Bowl. They tend to peak right after the NFC and AFC championship games, when the Super Bowl teams are decided. It may be best to wait another 1-2 weeks to let the prices fall before you buy your ticket. The best way to be sure that you're getting a good deal is to spend a couple of weeks watching the prices. Then, about a week before the game, buy your tickets on a day when they seem reasonable. The lowest price has historically tended to occur on the Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday before the game, although this isn't a guarantee. The prices tend to rise again in the last few days before the game, so try not to wait until the very last minute! Book your accommodations as soon as possible to stay close to the game. While the ticket prices might fall right before the game, the opposite is usually true for hotel rooms. Unless you know you're buying a package deal, you should book a hotel as soon as you know you're going to the Super Bowl. The hotels closest to the stadium fill up very quickly, and as rooms start to get booked, prices typically rise. The longer you wait to book a hotel, the further away from the game you'll stay, and the more money you'll have to pay. Budget for a ride if you’re not within walking distance. If your hotel is too far away from the stadium to walk there, you'll need to figure out transportation. If you drive, you may have to pay for parking, which will likely cost much more than usual due to the increased traffic around the event. Also, keep in mind that services like Uber and Lyft may increase their prices before and after major events like the Super Bowl. Taxi services typically don't charge additional fees. However, it's best to set up your ride ahead of time, since high demand could make it hard to hail a cab on the street. Attend a watch party if you can’t score tickets. If tickets are hard to find, or they're just too expensive, you can still enjoy the feeling of watching the Super Bowl as part of a crowd! Sometimes, the teams participating in the game will host a watch party at their home stadium, but there are a variety of events all across the country where you can join up with other people to watch the game. Try typing “Super Bowl watch parties near me” into your search bar to try to find events you can attend! If there aren't any watch parties near you, invite your friends over and make some fun football snacks, like buffalo chicken dip, fried wings, or nachos!
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Purchase a ticket directly from the NFL while they're available. Enter a team lottery if you have season tickets. Apply for the Super Bowl ADA Random Drawing if you’re disabled. Look on an online ticket resale site closer to the game. Enter local radio and TV drawings. Buy a ticket package to combine your entire experience into one purchase. Watch ticket prices in the month before the game to find a low price. Book your accommodations as soon as possible to stay close to the game. Budget for a ride if you’re not within walking distance. Attend a watch party if you can’t score tickets.
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How to Play Bloody Mary
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To play Bloody Mary, decide who's going to call first by flipping a coin or picking straws. Then, go into the bathroom alone and turn off the lights, closing the door behind you so it's completely dark. Place a candle on the counter in front of you and light it. Once the candle is lit, look into the mirror in front of you and say "Bloody Mary" 3 times, and wait for her to appear. If you don't see her, spin around 3 times in any direction to try to make her appear. Before you leave the bathroom, be sure to blow out the candle for the next person!
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Decide who’s going to call Bloody Mary first. If no one volunteers, play a quick game to decide who it will be. Flip a coin or play rock, paper, scissors. Whoever loses goes into the bathroom first. Go into the bathroom when it’s your turn and turn off the lights. Close the door behind you so it's completely dark. Make sure no one followed you in. You have to be alone when you call Bloody Mary. Place a candle on the sink in front of the mirror and light it. Don't have a bathroom you can play in? Try summoning Bloody Mary in another dark room with a mirror. Look into the mirror and say “Bloody Mary” 3 times. Keep your eyes open when you're saying it. Make sure you speak slowly and clearly so Bloody Mary can hear you. Then wait for her to appear in the mirror. No one knows for sure, but some people say Bloody Mary looks like a scary old witch. Spin around in a circle 3 times if Bloody Mary doesn’t appear. Spinning might make her show up. After you spin around 3 times, stop and look in the mirror to see if she's appeared. If she's still not there, try spinning in the other direction. Blow out the candle and leave the bathroom. Tell your friends about what you saw in the mirror. Send the next person in to call Bloody Mary! Invite your friends over to play Bloody Mary. Have a sleepover so everyone can spend the night and you can play the game when it's dark. Make snacks and decorate with scary decorations to set the mood. Make cookies that look like mirrors. You and your friends can draw what you think Bloody Mary looks like on the cookies using frosting. Hang up a black plastic table cloth on the wall and write "Bloody Mary" on it with red paint. Read about the history of Bloody Mary. Search online for “history of Bloody Mary game” or check out a book about the game from your local library. Read the history out loud to your friends before you play the game. No one knows for sure, but some people think that Bloody Mary is the ghost of the infamous Queen Mary I. Watch Bloody-Mary themed movies. Look online for documentaries about Bloody Mary or rent movies that are inspired by the legend. Watch the movies with the lights out to help get everyone scared before you play the game. Watch "The Twisted Tale of Bloody Mary" to learn about Queen Mary I. Watch the scary movie "Candy Man." It was inspired by the Bloody Mary game. Plan a light-hearted activity for after you play Bloody Mary. Pick out a silly board game you can play or choose a comedy movie you can all watch. You and your friends might be scared after playing, and a light-hearted activity will help calm everyone down.
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Decide who’s going to call Bloody Mary first. Go into the bathroom when it’s your turn and turn off the lights. Look into the mirror and say “Bloody Mary” 3 times. Spin around in a circle 3 times if Bloody Mary doesn’t appear. Blow out the candle and leave the bathroom. Invite your friends over to play Bloody Mary. Read about the history of Bloody Mary. Watch Bloody-Mary themed movies. Plan a light-hearted activity for after you play Bloody Mary.
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How to Change Address on Illinois Drivers License
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The easiest way to change your address on your Illinois driver's license is to go to the Illinois secretary of state website and fill in the online address change form. You'll need to provide your driver's license number, social security number, date of birth, and new address. Or, you can write a letter to request an address change, providing the same details as the online form. Mail your letter to the Driver Services Department at 2701 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, Illinois, 62732. Alternatively, go to your local secretary of state office and ask to change the address on your driver's license. Make sure you bring a document with your signature on it and 2 documents that confirm your residency. You'll also need to pay a small fee of 5 dollars to obtain your corrected driver's license.
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Visit the Illinois Secretary of State website. If you live in Illinois and you have a street address (not a P.O. box), you can update your address with the Secretary of State by completing a simple form online. This will change your address with the Illinois Secretary of State as required by law but it will not provide you with a corrected driver's license. You are not legally required to obtain a corrected license but only to update your address within 10 days of the address change. You can locate the change of address form at: https://www.ilsos.gov/addrchange/. You can also use this form to update your address for CDL licenses. Provide requested information. You are required to provide identifying information in order to complete your change of address form. This allows the state to more quickly process your request. In order to complete your change of address, you must submit the following information via the online form: Your Illinois driver's license number. The issue date on your license. The last 4 digits of your social security number. Your date of birth. Your new address, including the county in which you now reside. Submit a request as an out-of-state resident or if you only have a post office box. If you are requesting an address change on your Illinois license to an out-of-state permanent address, or you live in Illinois but your post office is in a bordering state, or you live in an Illinois city with a population fewer than 3,500 and have only a P.O. box for legal address, you must use a different online form and provide the following information: Your Illinois driver's license number. Your new address. Your email address. Your phone number. You can find the online change of address form at: http://www.ilsos.gov/ContactFormsWeb/addrform.jsp. Verify your address change. Most likely, you will receive some type of confirmation that your address change request was submitted after you complete the online application. However, if you want to verify that your address change was received, you can contact Central Services via telephone at 217-785-1424 and ask the state employee to verify that your address change. It may be best to wait a few days before calling to verify your address change, as it may take that long for the change to go into effect. Draft a letter requesting an address change. You can request an address change for your Illinois driver's license by drafting a letter that includes the following information: A written statement declaring that you are requesting a change of address on your Illinois driver's license. Your Illinois driver's license number. Your new residential address. Your previous residential address. Your full name. Your date of birth. Your telephone number. Your signature. Mail your request. Once you have drafted your letter, you can send it via U.S. mail to the Secretary of State. You can mail your request to: Driver Services Department, Central Services, 2701 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, Illinois 62723. Keep a copy of your letter for your records, just in case your letter gets lost in the mail. Verify the address change. Since you will not receive a confirmation that you submitted your request as you would on a online form, you should consider following up with the Secretary of State's office to see whether they received your request for address change. You should wait approximately 2-3 weeks before following up with the Secretary of State's office. You can verify your change of address in the following ways: Use an online contact form located at: http://www.ilsos.gov/ContactFormsWeb/addrform.jsp. This online form requests that you provide: your name, email address, residential address, driver's license number, phone number, and date of birth. There is also a space for you to type message requesting that the office verify your address request change was received. You should indicate when you mailed the letter requesting the change. You can also call 800-252-8980 (toll free in Illinois) or 888-261-5238 (TTY). Locate a local Illinois Secretary of State office. While you are only legally required to obtain a corrected license if you have a CDL license, some people may prefer to have their new address appear on their driver's license. This may make it more convenient when a person uses their license as identification and proof of residence. If you choose or are required to obtain a corrected license reflecting your new address, you must do so in person at a local Secretary of State office that processes drivers' licenses. You can locate a local office by submitting your new zip code at: https://www.ilsos.gov/facilityfinder/facility. Bring appropriate identifying documentation. In order to obtain a corrected license, you must bring a document that verifies your signature and two documents that verify your residency. The Secretary of State's office has established four categories of document requirements that may be needed when obtaining a driver's license. For a corrected license, you must bring one document from Group A and two documents from Group D. You could also bring one document from Group A, one document from Group D and one document from either Group B or C, so long as the document from Group B or C also displays your full address. Group A documents display your written signature, and include, but are not limited to: credit card/debit card (major brand); Driver Education Certificate; Illinois driver's license (current); or an Illinois ID card (current). Group D documents establish your residency by providing your full address, and include but are not limited to: utility bills (electric, water, refuse, telephone land/cell, cable or gas, issued within 90 days of application); bank statement (dated within 90 days prior to application); or deed/title, mortgage, rental/lease agreement. Group B documents verify your date of birth and Group C documents set forth your social security number. These documents include, but are not limited to: adoption records; birth certificate; court order (change of birth date); passport (valid with complete date of birth); U.S. Visa; Illinois driver's license record; U.S. military driver's license/ID card; or Military Service Record (DD214). For a complete list of all acceptable documents visit: http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/publications/pdf_publications/dsd_x173.pdf. Pay your fee. You are required to pay a small fee in order to obtain a corrected driver's license (CDL or regular). The fee for a corrected license is $5.00 and you must pay the fee when you pick up your corrected licenses. You can use the following payment methods: Cash, check, credit cards and debit cards are accepted for Secretary of State transactions. American Express, Discover, MasterCard and Visa credit and debit cards are accepted.
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Visit the Illinois Secretary of State website. Provide requested information. Submit a request as an out-of-state resident or if you only have a post office box. Verify your address change. Draft a letter requesting an address change. Mail your request. Verify the address change. Locate a local Illinois Secretary of State office. Bring appropriate identifying documentation. Pay your fee.
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How to Cheat at Monopoly
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Cheating at Monopoly is relatively easy if you're sneaky about it. If you haven't started the game yet, try to sneak a few extra bills into your pocket to use later. You can also offer to be the banker, which will make it much easier to take money when you pretend to exchange it. If people aren't paying attention when you roll, just move your piece to a better square and hope no one counts. Another thing you can do if people aren't paying attention is lie about the Chance and Community Chest cards you get. For example, if you draw one telling you to pay money, just pretend it said to take 100 from the bank and quickly put it on the bottom of the pile.
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Be the banker to stay close to the money. Place the bank behind you so no one can reach it. This will make them give you the money first. Every so often, instead of putting the money in the bank, slip it underneath you. Then, secretly take it out, and put it in your stash of money. Alternatively, you could take money from another Monopoly game and slowly add it to the pile throughout the game when no one is looking. However, be sure to mark these to distinguish it between the other notes. Steal money before the game begins. If you know that you will be playing Monopoly in a few hours, get to the game box, and slip out a bill from each denomination. Then, put the game back, and keep the money to use for the game. During the game, you can add the bills to your money pile, and no one will ever know. Make sure that you keep your money pile messy when you add to it, so that it is not obvious that you have an extra $500 bill. That is the bill that people may notice more easily. Take a few dollars when the other players leave the table. Any chance you have to steal a few bills from the bank, or from another player, take it. Act like you are busy on your phone, or distracted with something other than the game right after you do it to deter any suspicion. Keep your money pile messy. Instead of keeping your money organized, and neatly piled by denomination, keep it all together, and out of order. It is common for players to want to keep their money nice and orderly, but if you leave it messy, it will be easier to steal some money occasionally. Quickly roll the dice. If you find an opportunity to roll the dice while the other players are talking, do not call for their attention just so they can watch you roll. Let them stay distracted, and roll the dice. Before anyone can see the numbers, move your marker wherever you want it. Be sure you know how many spaces you move so when your opponent asks you what you rolled, you can give them an answer that matches the spot you moved to. If a player questions your move, just keep a straight face, and keep with the lie. Conceal your Chance and Community Chest cards. Instead of showing off these cards when you draw them, act pleased with whatever card you get, and collect what amount is requested on the card, even if the card is telling you to pay. Then, quickly put the card back into the pile and move on. Do not point out when you land on one of your opponent's properties. If the other players are not paying attention to their properties, or where you land, let it go unnoticed. The official rules explain that you will not have to pay if your opponent has still not noticed by the time two other people take a turn. Try to get the next two players to take their turn by complaining about how the game is moving too slowly. This will hopefully speed up the game so you won't have to pay! Keep the owner of the property you landed on distracted. Tell that person a funny joke, or tell them a long story until the next two turns are taken. Form an alliance with another player. Before the game starts, make a deal with another player to help one another out, but do not let any of the other players know. While you cannot stay alliances the entire game, it may help you knockout other players. Here are some sneaky tricks you can practice together: You and your partner should not charge each other money for landing on property you both own. You can practice this until you have bankrupted the other players. You can acquisition the properties you both want by letting each other know what you want, and then as you land on those spots, you can buy and sell them to that player in hopes they do the same for you. Negotiate with other players. If you really want all of the railroads, and another player owns one of those properties, try to set up an agreement that allows you both to get the properties you want. Make a deal where if you land on a property that another player wants, you can buy it, and then sell it to them at the same cost you bought it for so long as that player does the same in return for a property you want. This may be an easy way to take the chance out of owning your desired properties. Bribe the other players. If you have your eye on a property, but do not have the funds to purchase it, try offering a real-life bribe to another player. Properties like Park Place and Boardwalk may seem like a good trade for someone looking for a free dinner or favor. So if you do not have the money to buy a property, or want to steal one from another player, try offering that person something they want outside of Monopoly as a trade.
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Be the banker to stay close to the money. Steal money before the game begins. Take a few dollars when the other players leave the table. Keep your money pile messy. Quickly roll the dice. Conceal your Chance and Community Chest cards. Do not point out when you land on one of your opponent's properties. Form an alliance with another player. Negotiate with other players. Bribe the other players.
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How to Tell Someone You Lied
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Telling someone you lied can be tough, but by telling them at the right time and explaining why you did it, you'll have the best chance of forgiveness. Wait until the person is calm and free to talk so they can listen to you properly. Be honest with them about the lie, and then offer an apology. For example, say something like, “I need to tell you that I lied when I said I lost your necklace. I actually wanted to keep it and I'm sorry.” You should also explain why you lied so they can understand your perspective better. For instance, you could say, “I know it was wrong to lie but I was worried you'd be angry with me.” It's natural for the person to be shocked or annoyed when you tell them the truth. Make sure you hear them out so you understand their point of view.
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Schedule a time to sit down and talk with them. Tell the other person that you need to talk to them about something. Ask them when would be a good time for them. Then, set a time when you can sit down and talk about what happened without either of you feeling rushed. It's best to tell them at a time when they're calm and have time to talk. Make sure you choose a time that's good for them. You might say, "I have something I want to talk to you about. Are you available to get coffee this afternoon?" or "I need to tell you something important. When can we sit down and talk?" Maintain eye contact so they believe you’re telling the truth. Most people believe that maintaining eye contact means you're being honest. While eye contact doesn't always mean someone's being truthful, looking someone in the eyes may help them believe you. Make sure you hold eye contact while you explain what happened. It's okay to look away for 1-2 seconds at a time. However, do your best to keep your eyes focused on theirs. Admit that what you said was a lie. Telling someone you made a mistake is scary, but it'll help you make things better. Explain to the person that you told them something that was untruthful. Then, tell them specifically what you said that was a lie. You might say, “I need to tell you that I told you a lie. When I said that I lost your necklace, I was being untruthful. I actually just wanted to keep it.” As another example, you could say, “When I told you I didn't have homework, I was actually lying. Now, my grade is low because I never turned in my homework.” Use I-statements so the other person doesn’t become defensive. When you admit to doing something wrong, it's normal to want to minimize your responsibility. However, you're the only person who's responsible for your actions, and blaming the other person will only make them defensive. As you explain what happened, use I-statements to keep the focus on what you did. Say something like, “I was afraid that you would break up with me” or “I felt like you wouldn't understand.” Explain why you lied to them. The person will likely want to know why you lied, and being honest about your motive might help them forgive you. Tell them why you felt like you needed to tell a lie. Make it clear that you're not trying to excuse your behavior, but you want them to know why you chose to lie. Say, “I felt like you would be angry with me, so I decided to lie,” or “I was worried about getting in trouble, so I lied.” Then, say something like, “I'm not trying to make excuses. I just wanted you to know why I did what I did.” Tell them the truth if there’s information they don’t know. After you admit to lying, be completely honest about what happened. Explain the true version of events so the person has all the facts. This will help you repair the damage you did by lying. For instance, let's say you lied to take credit for someone else's work. You might say, “In reality, Alex did all the work on this project.” Similarly, if you lied about kissing your friend's crush, you might say, “We did kiss at the party, but it only happened one time.” Listen to what the other person has to say. Give the other person a chance to explain how they feel about the situation. Listen carefully to their side of the story. To make sure you understood, paraphrase what they said back to them. You might say, “It sounds like you feel betrayed my actions and aren't sure if you can trust me.” Tell them that you know lying was wrong. Admitting that what you did was wrong helps them see that you're sincere in your apology. Explain that you've thought about your actions and regret lying to them. As you do this, don't make any excuses for your behavior. You could say, “Lying to you was the wrong thing to do,” or “I know that lying was wrong.” Acknowledge how the other person might feel. Recognizing the other person's feelings helps you show them you're truly sorry. Consider how you would feel in the other person's place. Then, tell them that you understand that they might feel this way. Say, “If I were in your place, I'd feel confused and unsure if I could trust me. I'd probably never want to talk to me again.” Tell them you’re sorry for telling the lie. Say that you're sorry, and be specific about what you're sorry for doing. Make sure you use I-language so you keep the blame for your actions on yourself. Additionally, be careful that you don't minimize the apology by adding excuses. For instance, say, “I'm sorry that I lied about the kiss,” “I'm sorry that I lied to get credit for your work,” or “I'm sorry I took your necklace.” Don't make excuses like, “I'm sorry that I lied about the kiss, but I just got carried away,” or “I'm sorry I took your necklace, but you never wear it.” Ask the person to forgive you for lying. After you've apologized, tell the person you hope they'll forgive you. Then, wait for them to decide if they can forgive you or not. If the do forgive you, work on mending your relationship. If they don't, tell them that you understand and are open to talking in the future. Be patient with the other person. They may want to think about their decision, so give them as much time as they need. If the person is a family member or partner, they might give you partial forgiveness since it's hard to walk away from you. In this case, it's best to keep apologizing until they totally forgive you. Apologize for what happened every time the subject comes up. Accept the blame for your decision to lie. When you lie, it's normal to want to justify your actions. However, doing so makes it really hard for you to mend the relationship. Admit that you were fully at fault for your decision to lie and resist the temptation to make excuses. As an example, let's say that you cheated on the person you're dating. You might try to justify lying about it by telling yourself it would only hurt them if they knew and it was a one-time thing. However, it's important to recognize that you aren't lying to protect them. You're actually lying to help yourself. Explain what you’ll do differently in the future. You're more likely to restore the relationship if you're willing to make changes. Tell them specifically what you'll do to make sure you don't lie in the future. Additionally, discuss how you'll prove that they can trust you. Say something like, “Next time, I'll tell you immediately when something like this happens,” or “I'll give you my passcode so you can check my phone whenever you like.” You might show them you're trustworthy by promising things like, “I'll show you my homework assignment as soon as I get home,” “I'll text you when I arrive to work and when I leave,” or “I won't borrow any more of your things.” Offer to make amends for problems your lie caused. It's possible that your lie may have really hurt someone. If this happened, do something to make it up to them. This will help you start healing your relationship. As an example, let's say you broke a lamp and someone else got blamed for it. If they paid to replace the lamp, repay them and offer to do them a favor to make up for the trouble they went through. Similarly, you might have copied someone else's paper, causing you both to receive zeroes. You might explain to the teacher that you were solely to blame and bring the person you wronged a treat to show you're sorry. Follow through on your promises to earn back their trust. Lying can damage trust, so make sure you do everything you say you'll do moving forward. Show them you're reliable by keeping your word. This will help you mend your relationship with the person. As an example, if you say you'll text them at a certain time, make sure you do it. Similarly, if you promise to meet them somewhere, be on time.
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Schedule a time to sit down and talk with them. Maintain eye contact so they believe you’re telling the truth. Admit that what you said was a lie. Use I-statements so the other person doesn’t become defensive. Explain why you lied to them. Tell them the truth if there’s information they don’t know. Listen to what the other person has to say. Tell them that you know lying was wrong. Acknowledge how the other person might feel. Tell them you’re sorry for telling the lie. Ask the person to forgive you for lying. Accept the blame for your decision to lie. Explain what you’ll do differently in the future. Offer to make amends for problems your lie caused. Follow through on your promises to earn back their trust.
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How to Stop Sleeping on Your Stomach
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To stop sleeping on your stomach, try sleeping on your side with a pillow that fits between the tip of your shoulder and the side of your head to fully support your neck. Additionally, place a pillow between your knees to avoid any hip pain. Alternatively, try sleeping on your back by using an orthopedic pillow to cradle your neck. You can also use a rolled up towel under your knees or lower back to avoid any stiffness.
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Understand how stomach sleeping affects you. The main problem with stomach sleeping is that is creates an unnatural position for your spine. It causes too much extension in the low back, potentially irritating the small facet joints of the spine, and too much twisting in the neck because you need to rotate your head to one side in order to breath. Neck rotation for long periods of time leads to muscle strains and mild joint sprains, which can trigger headaches and dizziness. Laying face-down also puts more pressure on your jaw and tends to promote facial wrinkles. Furthermore, because most people raise their arms above their heads while stomach sleeping, shoulder joints are put under more stress. If any of these issues apply to you, then it's time to stop stomach sleeping. A study of women between the ages of 20-44 found that 48% sleep primarily on their back (supine), 41% on their sides (fetal position) and 11% on their stomach (prone). Stomach sleeping for babies is discouraged because it's linked to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Sleeping on your back or side is better for your posture. Use positive affirmations before bedtime. Changing a habitual sleeping position is difficult because you're not conscious (awake) during the night to constantly monitor it. However, once you start to associate some negativity (such as back pain) to stomach sleeping, then your desire to change positions may start to sink into the subconscious part of your mind, which is active during sleep. To help this process along, use positive affirmations just before bedtime. Positive affirmations are positive directions or self-statements (spoken aloud or thought) repeated many times over. The idea is to drive your conscious desires into your unconscious mind. Start by saying or thinking, "I will sleep on my side (or back) tonight because it's best for my body" at least 10 times. With positive affirmations meant to affect the subconscious mind, it's best not to use negative language, as in "I won't sleep on my stomach tonight." Keep all language directive and in the positive form. Affirmations have helped many people make significant changes, but they don't always work for everyone or all conditions. Relax before bed. The more comfortable and calm you are, the more likely you are to easily fall asleep. Use an orthopedic pillow. An orthopedic pillow is meant to maintain the natural curves of your neck and is typically made of contoured foam. Orthopedic pillows make your neck and head feel good when you sleep on them while on your back or side, but may feel awkward or uncomfortable during stomach sleeping. As such, an orthopedic pillow might act as a deterrent to stomach sleeping, while encouraging a different, more physiologically beneficial position at the same time. Orthopedic pillows can be purchased at medical supply and rehabilitation stores, as well at the offices of some chiropractors and physiotherapists. Buy a pillow with obvious supportive contours and not the flat ones merely made from memory form. Remember, you're trying to make it uncomfortable to use while on your stomach. Ask your partner for assistance. If you're married or sleep with a significant other, ask them for assistance during the night if they happen to be awake and notice you're sleeping on your stomach. Ask them to give you a gentle nudge, so you roll onto your side or back. Ironically, your partner may sleep better while you're on your stomach because the position helps to ease or prevent snoring, which is about its only benefit. People (especially infants) who sleep on their stomachs tend to be less reactive to noise, experience less movement and have higher arousal thresholds. Stomach sleeping helps prevent heat dissipation from your internal organs, so the position retains more heat during the night. In contrast, sleeping on your back allows you to cool down easier. Try hypnotherapy. Hypnotherapy uses suggestive commands to impact a person's behaviors while they are in an altered state of consciousness, also known as a trance. People in deeply relaxed and focused states are unusually responsive to suggestion and imagery. As such, if you're having great difficulty changing your sleeping habits, then find a reputable and well-established hypnotherapist in your area and schedule a few sessions. Hypnotherapy has a good track record for stopping other negative behaviors, such as smoking and alcoholism, so using it for stomach sleeping isn't so far fetched. If you're feeling a little nervous or vulnerable about being hypnotized, then get the hypnotist to video record your sessions. They may also make you subliminal audio MP3s / CDs to take home and listen to. Alternatively, ask a friend to join you and keep an eye on things while you're hypnotized. Consider your physical limitations first. Before deciding what new sleeping position you want to habituate to, consider any physical ailments you might have. For example, if you've had back surgery, sleeping on your side in the fetal position may be the most comfortable. Furthermore, sleeping on your side may also be better if you have a history of snoring or sleep apnea. On the other hand, if you have chronic shoulder pain from an old sports injury, then sleeping on your back might be the best position. Most people find that firm mattresses offer the most support and cause the least amount of musculoskeletal issues. In contrast, only a minority of people do well with soft mattresses or waterbeds. Consider investing in a high-quality, firm mattress. Pregnant women do best on their sides, with research suggesting that sleeping on the left side increases blood flow levels to the developing baby. Sleep on your side. From a musculoskeletal (functional) perspective, sleeping on your side provides the most benefit because it keeps your spine in normal alignment. It can alleviate neck pain (assuming your pillow is an appropriate size) and low back pain, reduce the incidence of acid reflux (heartburn), prevent snoring and ease the burdens of pregnancy. However, from an aesthetic perspective, side sleeping can promote facial wrinkles and saggy breasts, as they get a little squished. If side sleeping, select a pillow that fits between the tip of you shoulder and the side of your head. Thus, thick pillows are best for broad-shouldered people and thin pillows for the narrow shouldered — a pillow of the appropriate thickness will keep your neck aligned and help prevent tension or cervicogenic headaches. To promote sleeping on your side, get a body pillow to hug, which might replace the sense of security and warmth you were getting from stomach sleeping. Everyone who sleeps on their side should use a pillow between their legs to promote hip alignment. Sleep on your back. Sleeping on your back (supine) is generally better for your spine compared to stomach sleeping, especially for your neck, but care must be taken if you have a history of lower back pain. As such, consider putting a small pillow underneath your knees for elevation, which will take pressure off your lower lumbar spine. Sleeping on your back is also good for reducing acid reflux , minimizing facial wrinkles (nothing is pushing against and creasing your face) and maintaining perky breasts, as their weight is fully supported. On the other hand, being supine promotes snoring because it can cause the soft tissues in your throat to collapse, which constricts the airways. If your back feels stiff after sleeping supine, put a small pillow (wedge-shaped ones work well) or rolled-up towel under the small of your back (lumbar area) and keep it there during the night. While your head is elevated above the level of your stomach, heartburn is minimized because stomach acid has a much harder time coming up against the effects of gravity.
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Understand how stomach sleeping affects you. Use positive affirmations before bedtime. Use an orthopedic pillow. Ask your partner for assistance. Try hypnotherapy. Consider your physical limitations first. Sleep on your side. Sleep on your back.
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How to Talk to a Guy
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If you want to talk to a guy, ask him questions so you can get to know him better. You could say things like, “What do you like to do on the weekends?” or “Do you have any pets?”. Since you don't want to end up in an awkward conversation, stick to safe topics like hobbies rather than potentially controversial subjects like politics or religion. If you find out you have a hobby in common, you can keep the conversation going by comparing what you know with what he knows. While he's talking, make sure you're being a good listener by clarifying exactly what he means. For example, if he mentions that he likes football, you can ask, “Who's your favorite team?”. By being a good listener, you're also making sure that you're not doing all of the talking.
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Be aware of your surroundings. You want to always make sure that you feel safe when you are approaching a stranger, no matter the gender. Make sure you are in control of all of your facilities and have a way to leave a situation. Avoid talking to strangers when impaired. Always try to make sure that someone you know is aware that you approaching a stranger. Introduce yourself. The first way to converse with a man is by introducing yourself. An introduction will show that you are interested in getting to know or conversing with him. Maintain eye contact to show that you are being direct. State your name and repeat theirs. Repeating someone's name is an excellent way to not only remember it, but also show that you are interested in getting to know him. Speak clearly with a strong voice. You want to give a good impression and you want your listener to understand what you have to say. Ask questions. To get to know someone new, ask questions to him. Ask questions on a neutral subject such as hobbies or pets. Try and avoid inflammatory questioning such as politics or religion. Practice active listening. Ultimately, you want to start a conversation with a man and not just do all of the talking. To do this, practice active listening skills. Ask questions about his replies, or ask him to clarify a topic to show that you have been listening. You do not want to dominate the conversation by you doing all of the talking. Here are some ways you can try active listening: "Oh, I hear that you like football. I have always been more partial to hockey." "That's very awesome that you like Thai food. I know of this great restaurant downtown!" "You like go rock climbing? I don't know much about that, can you explain how to do that?" Compare hobbies. A great way to get to know a man is to compare hobbies. Once you find that you have something in common, you can compare what you know with what he knows. This tactic can keep a conversation going in a natural and easy manner. Practice direct communication. Despite what it may seem at times, spouses and boyfriends do not have the ability to read minds. Make sure you practice direct communication by telling him exactly what you mean or what is on your mind. Try not and make him guess. You can practice direct communication a number of ways. Find the right time to talk. You want to make sure you are bringing up a conversation at an appropriate time. Be aware of your surroundings and pick a time and a place that is comfortable for the both of you. Think and do not attack. Make sure you are courteous to your loved one. Do not verbally attack him if you are angry or frustrated. Think about what you want to say before you say it. Practice it if you feel like it will be an emotional conversation. Do not bottle up emotions. Express your feelings often to avoid being overly frustrated. Remember that your loved one is there for you and wants to help you. Be honest with him and share your emotions so that you may approach a conversation as a unified team. Ask questions to show you are listening. When he is speaking to you or telling you about his day, he is looking for someone to vent to or to decompress. Show you are listening and you are empathetic to his needs by asking active questions or repeating back something he said. Engage in the conversation rather than just hear it. Answer questions as they are asked of you. “What do you want for dinner?” can definitely be a fight-starting question. When questions are asked to you, answer him honestly. If he gives you suggestions, do not be vague in answering them. Tell him what is really on your mind or tell him that you are unsure what you want or think. You can say what's on your mind in a few ways. Try using some of the following: "I appreciate that you suggested pizza for dinner tonight, but I'm not sure what I'm in the mood to eat tonight. Can we name a few options and I can tell you what sounds good?" "No, sorry, I am not feeling like being social tonight. I love that you want to go out to the party, but can we stay in and relax instead?" "I'm sorry. You really hurt my feelings last night when you came home late from work. I would really appreciate it if you would call or text me next time you will be home late so I don't worry." "I really do not have an opinion one way or another on the paint color for the living room. I think the color you have picked out will work great!" Be honest. Always be honest with him. Communication is much easier when you do not have to pick and choose between lies and half-truths. Your relationship will be stronger if you can share what is on your mind with him. Verbalize your needs. In order to communicate effectively, you need to directly say what you need. Your family member can respond to these needs easier if he knows exactly what it is you are asking. Utilize body language and non-verbal cues. Communicating relies more on just talking. You can communicate effectively with the men in your family by using verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Verbal communication implies direct communication through speech. You can do this by asking questions or voicing your opinion. Non-verbal communication is the use of body language. Pay attention to how you are standing or where your hands are when you speak. If you stand with your arms across your chest, for example, you may come across as hostile or angry. Rely on common vocabulary. You have probably spent a good deal of time with your family member. You probably have a common vocabulary or common memories. Use those to your advantage when conversing. Sometimes, you may even share nonverbal cues such as gestures or body language. Strengthen family communication by being familiar in your conversing practices. Stay in touch. Life sometimes can get busy and it is easy to lose track of time. It is easy to let communication, especially with the ones we love, fall to the wayside. Make time to talk with your family members. Find a medium that works for you both. Try texting, letter writing, or e-mail. Be respectful. You want to show yourself as a valuable employee and communicator. When talking with men you work with, you want to be respectful. Do not try and “one-up” or boast about your achievements. You do not have to stay silent about them, but practice humble language to show respect to those you work with. Avoid ambiguous speech. Your time is valuable. When talking with coworkers and bosses, try and get to your point quickly. You do not want to waste time on details if they are not needed. If it is an important project or topic, you can fill in details as needed or request. This will make you look excellent at time management skills and respectful of other's time. For example, instead of saying something like: "I'll get back to you," try and be specific. "I am not sure when I am able to get back to you, but I know I will send you out an e-mail by Friday." Learn to say “No! ” Women in the United States traditionally hold fewer leadership positions than their male counterparts. This may lead you to want to agree to more projects or ideas than you are comfortable with. Learn to say no to your male counterparts in a direct and respectful manner. Try some of these tips when trying to say no: "Thank you so much for the opportunity, but I have three cases this week. Maybe if my schedule clears up a bit, I can take on the extra work." "I would love to stay late tonight, but I have actually worked late every night this week. Can we schedule a meeting tomorrow to go over these notes?" "Your ideas for this new newsletter are great, but I simply do not have the time to implement all of these changes. Have you talked to the design and marketing team? Maybe they can help." Stick to the facts. The workplace is a place of business. To be most effective in your communication, stick the facts. You want to be able to finish projects and show yourself as a capable employee or leader. Sticking to the facts shows others that you can focus on the task at hand. Use your knowledge and statistics to make a lasting impression: "According to my report, sales went up 45% last year." "We saved $25,000 last year by eliminating our direct phone service."
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Be aware of your surroundings. Introduce yourself. Ask questions. Practice active listening. Compare hobbies. Practice direct communication. Do not bottle up emotions. Ask questions to show you are listening. Answer questions as they are asked of you. Be honest. Verbalize your needs. Utilize body language and non-verbal cues. Rely on common vocabulary. Stay in touch. Be respectful. Avoid ambiguous speech. Learn to say “No! Stick to the facts.
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How to Write a Report After an Internship
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To write a report after an internship, start by creating a cover page and include a title that explains what you did, your name, and additional internship information, like the dates you worked. Then, write a summary of what your report is going to be about, including a brief overview of your duties at the internship. In the body of your report, state who you worked for, your responsibilities, and what you learned during your time there, before evaluating your experience.
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Number each page in the report. Make sure the page number is listed in the upper-right corner of each page you write, except for the title page. You can turn on the page number function by using the menu options in your word processor program's taskbar. It automatically marks the page numbers for you. Having the page number enables readers to use your table of contents. Page numbers help you organize your report and replace missing pages. Make a cover page with the title of your report. The cover page is the first page your readers see. Type your title at the top in bold letters. An effective title describes what you did in the internship. Avoid adding any jokes or commentary about the internship here. For example, you might write, “Internship Report On Investment Banking At Gringotts Bank.” A generic title like "My Internship Report" is usually acceptable if you can't come up with anything else. Include your name and internship information on the cover page. Underneath the title, include the date of your internship. List your name, the name of your school, and any advisors you have. Also include the name and contact information of the organization you interned with. For example, write "My Internship Report. Crimson Permanent Assurance. May-June 2018." Keep the information neat on the page. Center the text and leave space between each line. Mention any special acknowledgements on the next page. Title the page after the cover page as “Acknowledgement.” This page gives you a chance to thank anyone who helped you out along the course of your internship. You may wish to mention your school supervisor, work supervisor, and anyone else you worked with. For example, say, “I would like to thank Dr. No for giving me the opportunity to do this internship.” Include a table of contents if your report is long. A table of contents page is useful if your report has 8 or more sections. In a table of contents, you list the section titles of your report along with page numbers where each section can be found. It helps your reader navigate to specific parts they want to read. The acknowledgement page should be listed on the table of contents. The title page does not need to be listed. If your report includes graphs or figures, you may wish to include a separate table of contents indicating where they can be found. Write an abstract page outlining your internship. An abstract, also called a summary, gives your reader a brief overview of your internship duties. In it, explain who you worked for and what you did for them. Keep this part short, briefly touching upon your work and experiences in a single paragraph. For example, start with, “This report details a summer internship at Stark Industries in Malibu, CA. I worked in the Robotics Division.” Title each section of your report. Whenever you reach a new section in your report, move to a new page. Come up with a descriptive title for the section. Place it at the top of the page, centered and in bold letters. For example, a section might be called, “Overview of Gringotts Bank.” A few simple section titles are “Introduction,” “Reflections on the internship,” and “Conclusion.” Open your introduction with facts about your employer. Use your introduction to expand upon your summary. Start by going more in-depth about your employer's operations. Discuss the organization, their position in their field, what they do, and how many people they employ. For example, write, “RamJack provides service robots to countries across the world. As a pioneer in its industry, Ramjack is uniquely qualified to clean up environmental disasters.” Explain the part of the organization you worked for. Any company or organization is made up of different branches. Detail the part you were involved in, getting as specific as possible. Use this part of the introduction to lead into your personal experience. For example, mention, “From May to June 2018, I worked in Ramjack's electrical engineering division as an intern along with 200 other workers.” Remember that this is a story about you, so use your personal style to engage readers. Describe your responsibilities during the internship. Explain what you did during the internship. Go into as much detail as possible. Even if a task seems routine at first, such as cleaning or writing memos, it can contribute meaning to your report. You might write, “My responsibilities at Ramjack included soldering electrical wiring, but I also did component maintenance.” Write about what you learned during the internship. Transition from discussing work responsibilities to results. Come up with a few examples of what you gained by being an intern. Go in-depth in describing how these changes came about. Think about ways you have changed as a person, not only as a worker. For instance, you might say, “I learned a lot about how to communicate with people in the community who are very different from me.” While you're working the internship, keep track of the things you enjoyed and achieved on a weekly basis. That way, you can look over your notes when you write your report. Evaluate your experience with the internship. You can critique the organization you worked for, but be as fair and neutral as possible. Stick to facts and concrete examples, focusing on what you learned and what you can apply in the future. Avoid bad-mouthing anyone. You might write, “Ramjack would benefit from improved communication. Often, the supervisors were unclear about what they expected from me.” Reflect on how you performed in the internship. Conclude your report by discussing how the experience went. Be objective, expressing any positive and negative experiences about it. You can include any feedback you received during your internship. You might write something like, “At first I was too quiet, but I learned to be bolder and more confident so that management took my ideas seriously.” Use an appendix section to include other resources. The appendix section is for journals, published works, photos, recordings, and any other supplemental material you have. The amount of material you have will differ depending on your internship duties. Try to include some material to give the reader a taste of your accomplishments during the internship. For example, if you worked in communications, include press releases, ads, letters, or tapes you produced. If you have nothing to add, you may be required to write a paragraph about why you have no supplemental material. Organize your information into an outline before writing. Before you tackle the body of the report, break your experience down into parts. Create a rudimentary outline on paper, listing off the points you wish to tackle in each section. This helps you stay organized. You want the sections to flow together well without repeated information. Write at least 5 to 10 pages. Give yourself enough space in the report to convey your experiences in detail, but avoid going off-topic. Longer reports may end up feeling less focused and polished. For most reports, a medium length is appropriate. If you don't have enough material to stretch out the paper, you are better off leaving it shorter. You may need to write more than 10 pages, especially if you had an extensive internship or are studying for a high-level degree. The page requirement may differ depending on your internship program. Maintain an objective tone throughout the report. Your report is academic material and should be treated as such. Represent yourself positively by sticking to facts and concrete examples describing your experience. Be thoughtful with your writing and avoid sounding overly critical. For instance, you can say, “I had a difficult time working at Wayne Industries, but I learned a lot.” Avoid saying “Wayne Industries is the worst.” An example of fact-based writing is, “Wayne Industries has a 75% share in the gadget market.” Use specific examples to describe your internship. Avoid speaking in generalizations. Show your experiences on the paper by giving examples of any topics you bring up. Concrete details allow your reader to picture your internship experience. For example, write, “Acme Corporation left out an unsecured bundle of dynamite. I felt unsafe working there.” You might write, “My supervisor sent me to take pictures of a river dolphin that washed up near a remote Bolivian village.” Include observations you have about real life. Life insights go beyond the scope of schoolwork. They may include the organization you worked for, the people who work there, and the world at large. These insights vary depending on the scope of your internship, but if you have them, they show that you have grown as a person. You might work in a lab and write, “The employees are on their feet all day, but they know they are helping people, so they arrive in the morning brimming with energy. Another example is, “Oscorp is very busy, and the employees would be happier with additional help. This is a problem for many companies across the country.” Review your report after writing it. Take the time to read through your report at least once. Note any sentences that don't flow together well. Pay attention to the experiences you describe in the report as well as the report's overall tone. The entire report needs to feel cohesive, objective, and clear to the reader. Reading out loud can help, as well as letting someone else read your work. Edit the report before turning it in. You may have to go back a few times and make changes. Refine your report as much as necessary to make it great. When you are satisfied with it, turn it into your supervisor to let them read about your experience. Be aware of any submission deadline your program has. Give yourself plenty of editing time by writing the report before then.
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Number each page in the report. Make a cover page with the title of your report. Include your name and internship information on the cover page. Mention any special acknowledgements on the next page. Include a table of contents if your report is long. Write an abstract page outlining your internship. Title each section of your report. Open your introduction with facts about your employer. Explain the part of the organization you worked for. Describe your responsibilities during the internship. Write about what you learned during the internship. Evaluate your experience with the internship. Reflect on how you performed in the internship. Use an appendix section to include other resources. Organize your information into an outline before writing. Write at least 5 to 10 pages. Maintain an objective tone throughout the report. Use specific examples to describe your internship. Include observations you have about real life. Review your report after writing it. Edit the report before turning it in.
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How to Mix Hair Dye
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To mix hair dye, start by putting on a pair of latex gloves and combining the hair dye and developer in a plastic bowl in the ratio specified on the hair dye package. With a plastic fork, mix the dye and developer together until it's smooth and consistent in color and texture. Avoid using anything metal during this process, as it can oxidize the hair dye or even cause harmful chemical reactions. If you want to mix 2 different colors of hair dye, try to use colors that are within the same 2 to 3 shades. When combining with the developer, use the exact same amount of each dye and adjust the amount of developer to keep it within the correct ratio.
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Purchase 2 boxes of hair dye if you have long or coarse hair. Hair that is longer than your shoulders, or is extremely thick, will require more dye than what's in just one box. Prepare both boxes together at the same time. It's better to have too much hair dye rather than having not enough to cover all of your hair. You can also purchase the dye and developer separately from specialty hair product stores. Get a glass or plastic bowl for mixing the dye and developer in. This is where you will combine your hair dye products, and what will keep it all contained. Never use a metal bowl as it can oxidise the dye, which means that your hair color might not change. Metal bowls can also cause hazardous chemical reactions. If you dye your hair regularly, having a dedicated bowl is best. Place an old towel or newspaper where your hair dye will sit. This will protect the surface from the dye. Make sure that you move everything out of the way so that the surface is flat. If you're using a towel, pick a towel that you don't mind getting stained. A dark colored towel is another option if you don't have an old towel or newspaper. It will adequately hide stains that are caused by the dye. Put on latex or plastic gloves. If you purchased a box of hair dye, then it's likely that a pair of gloves will have been included in the pack. Put the gloves on before you begin mixing the dye and developer, as this will protect your skin from the chemicals. This will also help to prevent your skin from getting stained by the dye. Now is also a good time to drape an old towel over your shoulders to protect your clothes when it comes to applying the hair dye. You could also wear an old t-shirt. Combine the hair dye and developer using a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio. The ratio of hair dye to developer will be specified in the instructions that come with your hair dye package. Following the correct ratio is crucial for your hair to be dyed properly. If you buy a box of packaged hair dye, then the box will normally have the correct ratio in each unit of dye and developer. However if you buy the dye and developer separately, you will have to measure these out. Using a small set of scales will help. Use a plastic fork to mix together the dye and developer. Mix these together until the mixture is smooth and consistent in color and texture. You can also use a silicone mini whisk to achieve the same result. Never use metal utensils to mix together the dye and developer. The dye and developer can easily clump together using a brush, which means that the final consistency might not be as smooth or well combined. Choose 2 complementary colors from the same brand to mix together. Complementary colors work well together, such as a red shade and a brown shade. Avoid mixing together contrasting or opposite shades, such as blonde and black. You only need to mix colors if you want a particular shade that isn't available or just enjoy creating a custom color. If you want an easier option, you can look for a pre-mixed shade, such as a red-brown, a brown-red, or a blue-black. Contrasting shades will be too dominant to work well together, while similar shades can complement each other nicely. The 2 colors need to be from the same brand. This will ensure that the colors combine well, as the formulas will be similar. It will also ensure that the same ratio of dye to developer is required. Colors that you are mixing together need to have the same developing time to work effectively. Check the instructions on the back of the box to make sure that the time required for each is the same. Take note of the lightening strength of both colors. When you are picking colors to mix together, keep an eye on the number that is with the color formula. The higher the number, the more that it will be able to lighten your hair. Try to keep the 2 colors within the same 2-3 shades. For example, one shade that's slightly darker and one that's slightly lighter than your natural color works well. Combine a 1:1 ratio of the 2 hair dyes together. Make sure that you use the exact same amount of each shade. This will ensure that the color is uniform throughout your hair. Using a 1:1 ratio of the 2 colors also means that you can easily replicate the color later if needed, such as if you want to dye your roots at a later stage. If you want to mix your dyes in a different ratio, write down the formula you create so that it's easy to replicate. This will be especially helpful when you want to touch up your roots! Use a small set of scales to weigh out the shades if you aren't using a full unit. Follow the dye and developer mixing ratio. Mix together the 2 different hair dyes that you have already combined, and then add the developer. Combining 2 shades together will double the amount of hair dye that you have. This means that you will need to calculate the right amount of developer to mix this with. For example if the ratio for your hair dye to developer is 1:1, then you will either need to double or triple the amount of developer that you use. If you bought boxed hair dye, then your developer is likely already included in the box. You shouldn't need to purchase it separately. Check the product label to see if it's included in your kit. Write down the color combination after you have dyed your hair. Include the brand and full color and number combination that is written on the dye box. This means that you can replicate easily in the future if you want to dye your hair again, or if you need to touch up the roots. Even if you weren't happy with the final look of your mixed hair dye, writing it down will ensure that you don't accidentally repeat the combination in the future.
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Purchase 2 boxes of hair dye if you have long or coarse hair. Get a glass or plastic bowl for mixing the dye and developer in. Place an old towel or newspaper where your hair dye will sit. Put on latex or plastic gloves. Combine the hair dye and developer using a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio. Use a plastic fork to mix together the dye and developer. Choose 2 complementary colors from the same brand to mix together. Take note of the lightening strength of both colors. Combine a 1:1 ratio of the 2 hair dyes together. Follow the dye and developer mixing ratio. Write down the color combination after you have dyed your hair.
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How to Answer the "What Do You Like About Me" Question (for Men)
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It's not always easy to come up with a response when a girl asks “What do you like about me?” However, it's best to keep things simple and sincere by thinking about her skills or talents. For example, if she plays an instrument, you can say something like “I love how passionate you are about music.” You can also try complimenting her personality with something like “I love how you're always there for your friends.” If you're complimenting her looks, try to keep it classy by avoiding shallow terms or being overtly sexual. Instead of saying “You've got a great rack,” for example, try “You look great in that dress. I love how the color brings out your eyes.”
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Compliment appearance, but make it about more. Guys have a reputation for being shallow. If you think the person you're with has a "hot body", that's great, but it's not necessary to make that the first or the most important thing that you list when your partner asks. Try saying what you immediately noticed and then transition into talking about personality: "What I first noticed about you were your eyes, but what I've come to like about you is your great sense of humor. I like how you make me laugh." When you compliment your partner's appearance, don't talk about body parts, like the size of their "assets." Instead, say, "You look beautiful in that dress." or "I like the way you look when you dance." Compliment the style choices they make. Avoid using crude words at all times. No slang for body parts. It's not funny, and it's not complimentary. Compliment your partner's personality. Your partner wants to know why you like them, not why you're attracted to them. That means you need to go beyond the outside and compliment your partner or crush for what you like on the inside. Here are some good tips: "I like the way you handle tough situations and stay cool." "I like the way you care about animals and are light-hearted." "I like how passionate you are for music." "I like how you're a great sister and a great daughter to your family." "I like how you're always there for people who need help." Compliment your partner's intelligence. If you're attracted to your partner's brains, then it's always good to compliment them for it. Compliment your partner for their intelligence and abilities. "I like how you care about the environment and your footprint in the world." "I like that you're a good student and you're committed to getting into a good college." "I like that you're well-read and knowledgeable about many different things." "I like that you're involved in politics and that you care about making a difference." Compliment your partner's skills or talents. What does your partner do that attracts you to them? What do you like about your partner's unique attributes or abilities? It's always good to receive these kinds of specific and unique compliments: "I like how hard you work. I have a lot of respect for that." "This pie you made is killer. I love how talented you are at baking." "I like your sense of humor. It's so easy to hang out, because you're always cracking me up." "I love all your hobbies. You're so talented and use your free time so wisely." Talk about the way your partner makes you feel. Compliments will always seem more sincere and more worthwhile if they're connected to your feelings and your personal response and relationship. It's always better than a compliment that could be given to anybody. "I like how much I like you. I'm crazy about you." "I like how much you turn me on." "I like how you make me laugh." "I like how we can spend time doing nothing together, and it's still exciting." Be as specific as possible. Compliments shouldn't sound like you got them off the Internet. If you want your compliments to ring true, you need to make them specific to your partner and use lots of details to make them really mean something. How to compliment your partner? Compliment your partner. Instead of saying, "I like your body," say, "I like the way you walk and the way you move. When we're walking through the park and it gets breezy, I like the way you tuck your hair back and keep walking while you do it." Instead of saying, "I like your personality," say, "I like when I can tell you're getting annoyed with something someone says and you get all fidgety and quiet and shoot me a look. I feel like we're really close when you do that." Instead of saying, "I like your sense of humor," say something funny with your partner to share in that sense of humor. Say something like, "I like the way you eat peanut butter straight out of the jar when you think no one is looking. It really turns me on," or something else that will make them laugh. Just tell the truth. Girls aren't looking for anything particular when they ask this question, other than the truth. If you like a girl because she makes you laugh, tell her. If you like a girl because her legs turn you on, tell her. If you like someone, show them the respect that they deserve by telling them what you like about them honestly and specifically. It's not a test that you're expected to pass. It's an honest question and an opportunity to get closer. Give compliments without having to be asked. If someone is asking you this question, it might be because you're not forthcoming enough with your compliments, or you're going about your compliments wrong. You shouldn't offer compliments because you're in trouble, or because you're asked. Offer compliments just because. When's the right time for a compliment? Anytime. If conversation quiets down some and you can't think of much to say, a good compliment will always be appreciated. If you only ever compliment someone as an apology, then you need to make a habit to be more emotionally present in your relationship. Think about partner's feelings more often. Compliment often, but not too often. A couple of compliments a week will be appreciated, but if all you ever talk about is how much your partner means to you and what you like about every little thing, you might start to seem like more of a drip than a boyfriend. A few well-timed compliments will be better than a constant flood. Good rule of thumb? Wait until it seems like your partner might need it, but then offer one more every now and then just because. Compliment your partner in the moment. The best way to give a compliment is to make it seem as if you just noticed something and it occurred to you and left your mouth before you could even think twice. If your partner does something you like, compliment them. If you suddenly think, "Jeez, I'm really attracted to her eyes today," then compliment them. There's no time like the present. Send compliments even when you're not around. An unexpected compliment can be a great treat throughout the day. Of course, you can overdo it and start to seem sappy, but a few random compliments can be a great way to show your partner that you care. Text compliments in the middle of the day. Leave little notes with compliments in your partner's locker, or at home on the fridge. If you're on the computer, open up a chat window with a random reminder throughout the day. It'll mean a lot. Mix it up. If you're always telling your partner that their butt looks great in those jeans, it'll eventually start to mean nothing. Just as you wouldn't want to eat the same sandwich every day for the next year, you don't want to have the exact same conversation fifty times a month, especially with your partner. So spice it up. Compliment something totally different and make yourself appreciate something else every time you're together. It'll help your relationship grow stronger.
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Compliment appearance, but make it about more. Compliment your partner's personality. Compliment your partner's intelligence. Compliment your partner's skills or talents. Talk about the way your partner makes you feel. Be as specific as possible. Just tell the truth. Give compliments without having to be asked. Compliment often, but not too often. Compliment your partner in the moment. Send compliments even when you're not around. Mix it up.
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How to Be Healthy and Skinny
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If you want to be healthy and skinny for your body type, start by choosing more nutritious foods, like whole grains instead of refined grains, and fresh fruit instead of junk food. Keep your diet balanced by also including healthy fats, like nuts and olive oil, as well as lean proteins, like poultry, eggs, and tofu. To get the exercise you need, try cardiovascular and aerobic exercises, like swimming or dancing, for at least 2 hours per week. Then, to stay on track, write out your health goals, keeping them specific and realistic, like, "Exercise 3 times a week for 30 minutes."
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Talk to your doctor. Regardless of your health goal, you should always talk to your doctor prior to changing anything about your diet, exercise plan or lifestyle to make sure it is safe for you. This is particularly true if you have a health condition, such as diabetes. If weight loss is your goal, ask for a referral to see a registered dietitian who can help you design meal plans that will help you lose weight while still getting all the nutrients you need to stay healthy. Speak with your doctor about your current weight, cholesterol levels or blood pressure and if they are at a healthy level. They may recommend certain changes based on your current health. As you continue to improve your health, maintain or lose weight and make other changes to your lifestyle, keep in touch with your doctor so he or she will know if there is any changes to your health. Determine a healthy weight. Getting skinny might not coincide with your goal to be healthy. Not all people who are "skinny" are considered healthy. Instead of aiming for skinny, aim for a healthy, appropriate weight. Being underweight may put you at increased risk for infection, disease, osteoporosis and other medical conditions. To find a healthy weight for you, you can use an online calculator that will give you a weight based on your age, gender, height, and activity level. Try the one here: http://www.dietitian.com/calcbody.php#.WEXONaIrJE5 You can also use your BMI or your body mass index to find out whether or not you're at a healthy weight. If your BMI is between 18.5 – 24.9 you're considered at a healthy weight. if your BMI is under 18.5, you should see a physician and/or dietitian. That puts you in an underweight category and gradual weight gain may be important. Try the calculator here: http://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/assessing/bmi/adult_bmi/english_bmi_calculator/bmi_calculator.html Use one or more of these tools to decide if you're currently at a healthy weight or need to lose weight. Use this information when forming more specific goals. If you're currently at a healthy weight consider using cardio and strength training to help trim and tone your body. Write out specific goals. Getting healthy and aiming for a healthy weight is a broad goal and one that will most likely take a variety of changes on your part. Be more specific with smaller goals. Writing out several smaller and more specific goals can give you a more realistic set of goals and a more detailed idea of what you need to do to meet those goals. Try separating out your goal into categories first. For example, you might make a few goals in the following areas: diet, exercise and general lifestyle. Examples of more realistic and detailed goals would be: "Lose 5 pounds in two months;" "Exercise three to four times a week for 30 minutes;" or "Decrease my alcohol consumption to one to two drinks weekly from my current level of five drinks weekly." Write out a plan. A plan will help you chart your journey to meet your goals. Whether or not you use a meal plan or exercise plan, these can serve as guides on your way to be healthier. A meal plan is a great place to start. This will help you reach goals that are related to your diet and weight. Write out a week's worth of breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack and beverages. This will give you a guide for grocery shopping and take the guess work out of healthy eating throughout the week. An exercise plan may allow you to schedule in exercise throughout the week. It can help you visually see when, where and what type of exercise you'll be doing each day. Keep your plans on hand. You may want to change or adjust them as you get closer to your goals or your goals change over time. Calculate how many calories you need daily. After detailing your goals, you may want to come up with a calorie limit for yourself each day. This can either help you lose weight or maintain your current healthy weight. Every person needs a different amount of calories each day to keep their body working and functioning at an optimal level. Changing the amount of calories you eat each day can help you reach a variety of different weight goals. If you've decided you need or want to lose a little weight, aim to cut out about 500 calories daily. This generally results in about a 1 pound weight loss each week (or slightly more if you incorporate exercise). This is a slow, steady and safe rate of weight loss that will coincide with your goal to be healthy. If you'd like to maintain your weight, you can find an online calculator (such as this one http://www.dietitian.com/calcbody.php#.WEXRhKIrJE5 ) that uses your age, gender and weight to determine an estimated amount of calories that will support weight maintenance. You may want to consider using a food journal or journal app to help you count and track your daily caloric intake. This will allow you to see if your current calorie intake is needs to be adjusted to help you meet your goal (either weight loss or weight maintenance). Eat regular, consistent meals. It's important to eat regular, consistent meals throughout the day. Skipping meals or going too long between meals is not considered healthy and can lead to unwanted fluctuations in your weight. There are a variety of eating patterns that you can adopt and fit into your current lifestyle. At a minimum, it's generally recommended to eat at least three meals daily; however, you may find it easier or more desirable to eat four to six smaller meals throughout the day. Start your day off on a good note by eating breakfast. Studies have shown that those who eat breakfast typically maintain a healthier weight. It kickstarts your metabolism and gives you the energy to focus throughout the day. In addition to scheduling in regular meals, you may also want to schedule in the occasional snack. Snacks will help you transition from one meal to the next when there is longer than four to six hours between those meals. Eat a balanced diet. A balanced diet will help support a healthy weight and healthy body. In addition, this type of eating pattern will provide you with all the essential nutrients it needs to function well each day. A balanced diet means you're eating foods from each food group: protein, dairy, fruits, vegetables and grains. Each food group offers your body a wide range of nutrients. In addition, make sure you eat a large variety within each food group. Choose a variety of protein sources and different colors of fruits and vegetables. Avoiding entire food groups or large quantities of foods can lead to nutrient deficiencies. Unless you have a food allergy or other medical restriction, do not make any foods completely off limits. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. These foods should make up a rather large part of your diet. Both of these food groups provide some of the most nutritious and nutrient-dense foods you can eat. Fruits and vegetables are widely known as "healthy food." This is because they are fairly low in calories and high in fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. They provide your body with a large quantity of the required essential nutrients. Most nutrition professionals recommended eating five to nine servings daily or making half of all your meals and snacks a fruit or a vegetable. Although fruits and vegetables are healthy, still stick to appropriate serving sizes. Eat 1/2 cup chopped or one small piece of fruit or 1 cup of vegetables or 2 cups of leafy greens or salad. Go for whole grains over refined grains. Another way to add more nutrition and health benefits to your diet is by choosing 100% whole grains over refined grains. 100% whole grains are minimally processed and include all three parts of the grain: germ, endosperm and bran. Together, these parts of the grain offer you more fiber, protein and B vitamins. There are a variety of whole grains to try including: quinoa, millet, brown rice, 100% whole grain bread and pasta or oats. Refined grains are those that are highly processed, are lower in fiber and other essential nutrients. Examples include: white rice, white bread or pearled barley. Again, follow appropriate serving sizes for grains which are about 1 oz or 1/2 cup cooked. Choose lean proteins. Protein is an essential nutrient to a nutritious diet. Protein provides the building blocks for your body to do a variety of essential functions each day. Protein is important for providing structure and support for cells, binding and carrying molecules throughout the body, and providing the building blocks for bones, muscles, hair and organs. Choose lean protein sources when possible. They are lower in fat and calories and can help support a nutritious diet and healthy weight. Also choose appropriate portion sizes which are 3 – 4 oz or about 1/2 cup. Choose lean sources like: poultry, eggs, lean beef, pork, legumes, tofu and seafood. Include healthy fats daily. Although a high fat diet isn't considered healthy, some dietary fat is essential for a well-balanced and nutritious diet. Choose to include heart-healthy fats to include in your diet. Dietary fat plays a variety of roles in your body including: aiding in vitamin and mineral absorption, provide energy to your body, helps provide insulation and supports healthy skin and hair. It's important to choose sources of dietary fats that will support your health and not adversely affect it. Choose omega-3 fats or monounsaturated fats instead of trans-fats and saturated fats. Sources of healthy fats include: nuts or nut butters, olive oil and olives, avocado, salmon, tuna, mackerel, chia seeds and flax seeds. Include one to two servings of these each day. Trans-fats have been shown to adversely affect your health by decreasing your HDL (good cholesterol) and increasing your LDL. They're typically found in processed foods like candies or pastries. Don't drink your calories. Beverages that are high in calories and sugar can lead to weight gain which can have a negative effect on your health. Limit these types of beverages and stick to hydrating fluids instead. Aim for at least eight glasses of hydrating fluids each day. You may need up to 13 glasses of water daily depending on your age, gender and activity level. Stick to clear, hydrating fluids like: water, flavored water, unsweetened and decaf coffee and tea. These are the best for maintaining your hydration status. Drink milk and 100% fruit juice in moderation. Although both contain some worthwhile nutrition, they still count towards "liquid calories." If you're watching your total caloric intake, do not forget to track any liquid beverages you consume. Avoid highly processed foods. Boxed or processed foods are generally considered not very nutritious. Limiting these foods can help you improve or maintain your health in addition to supporting a healthy weight. There is a large variety of processed foods that include both nutritious items and unhealthy choices. Processed foods even include those that have gone through very minor changes to be ready for consumption. Although bagged pre-washed spinach is considered "processed," it's still a very nutritious food to eat on a regular basis; however, a frozen TV dinner is much more processed and also unhealthier from all the added sodium and preservatives. Minimize highly processed foods that have added sugars or fat, or are high in fat and calories. Limit items like frozen TV dinners, sweets and pastries, crackers, chips, pretzels, processed meals and canned meals. If you currently rely heavily on highly processed foods, begin swapping these with more whole, unprocessed foods. Consider cooking more at home and making some foods from scratch instead of buying them pre-made. Aim to get more than two hours per week of exercise. Cardiovascular or aerobic exercise is an essential component to a healthy lifestyle. Include at least two to three hours weekly to help you maintain good health. There are a large variety of health benefits associated with regular aerobic exercise including: improved sleep and mood, decreased risk of obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure, and increases your chances of living longer. Go for moderate-intensity activities like: fasting walking/jogging, swimming, using the elliptical, doing an aerobics class, biking or dancing. A gradual increase gets the best results, since it gives your body the time to adapt and make progress. It also may help you prevent injury or overuse pains. Also, you tend to burn more calories if you exercise in the morning. Make sure to keep yourself hydrated while exercising by drinking plenty of water. Add in strength training. Cardio offers your body a variety of health benefits; however, when combined with regular and consistent strength training, you'll see even more health benefits. Strength training is great to help improve bone density, decrease your risk for osteoporosis, increase or maintain lean muscle mass and increase your metabolism. Most fitness professionals will suggest adding at least one to two days of strength training each week for the most benefit. A variety of activities can count as strength training. Try lifting weights or using weight machines, doing isometric exercises (like push-ups or crunches), or doing classes like yoga or pilates. Move more during the day. There have been a variety of studies that show those who move more throughout the day or have a high level of lifestyle activity may see similar benefits to those who only do planned or structured physical activity (like going for a 30 minute jog). Lifestyle activities are those that you do on a regular basis or as part of your lifestyle. For example, walking up the stairs to your apartment, doing the laundry or raking the leaves all count as lifestyle activity These types of activities do not necessarily burn a lot of calories or provide the immediate health benefits of structured activity; however, as they accumulate throughout the day, they do make a difference for your health. Walking around the house, to work, college or school, or to get to other places, such as a friend's house. Do more household chores like gardening, mowing the lawn or raking leaves. Take the stairs more often. Get adequate rest. Outside of diet and activity, there are a few other things that will support your goal of being healthier and maintaining an appropriate weight. Getting adequate sleep each night is a very important part of your goal. Those who don't sleep enough or do not sleep well are at increased risk for obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease. In addition when you don't sleep well it's difficult to focus and concentrate during the day and have increased sensations of hunger and craving for higher carb foods. Health professionals recommend getting in about seven to nine hours of sleep each night. If you're having difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, talk to your doctor immediately. It's not safe to go too long without sufficient or restorative sleep. . Manage stress Like sleep, stress also plays an important role in your health. When stress is not managed or not managed well, you may experience negative health effects. One common effect of stress is weight gain. Your body secretes more cortisol (a stress hormone) which makes you hungrier and makes it more difficult to lose weight. In addition to weight, excess stress can cause: headache, chest pain, fatigue/exhaustion, upset stomach, difficulty sleeping, and mood swings. Manage stress by participating in activities that relax you. Try: talking to a friend or family member, listen to music, meditate, read a good book or magazine or take a short walk. If you're having difficulty managing stress on your own, consider seeking professional help. Many mental health professionals and coaches can give you the guidance and tools you need to manage the stress in your life more appropriately. and minimize alcohol. Quit smoking Both smoking and excessive alcohol consumption have been shown to have a large quantity of serious side effects on your health. Both should be eliminated if you want to be healthier and maintain a healthy weight. Smoking or use of any tobacco products has been associated with a variety of negative side effects including: lung disease and cancer, heart disease, stroke, cancer of many other organ systems, decreased immune function, decreased fertility, increased risk mouth and gum diseases and increased risk for rheumatoid arthritis. You can try quitting cold turkey, but you may have more luck if you use cessation aids such as Excessive alcohol consumption is associated with: high blood pressure, stroke, a variety of liver diseases, pancreatitis, weakened immune system and cancer. One serving is 5 oz wine, 12 oz beer, 1.5 oz liquor. Limit alcohol to one serving or less daily for women and two servings or less daily for men.
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Talk to your doctor. Determine a healthy weight. Write out specific goals. Write out a plan. Calculate how many calories you need daily. Eat regular, consistent meals. Eat a balanced diet. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Go for whole grains over refined grains. Choose lean proteins. Include healthy fats daily. Don't drink your calories. Avoid highly processed foods. Aim to get more than two hours per week of exercise. Add in strength training. Move more during the day. Get adequate rest. . and minimize alcohol.
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How to Get a Flatter Stomach in a Week
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You may be able to get a flatter stomach in a week by making healthy food choices and exercising. Try to limit or avoid foods that are high in carbohydrates, like bread, pasta, cereal, desserts, sugary drinks, and processed snacks. Lowering your carb intake can trigger your body to start burning more fat for energy. Replace high-carb foods with protein-rich ones, like lean meats, nuts, seeds, and eggs, as well as fruits and vegetables. To prevent bloating, cut down on salty and spicy foods, dairy, and alcohol. You should also try to exercise for 30-60 minutes 5 days of the week. Do a combination of aerobic exercise, like running, cycling, and swimming, and strength training, like crunches, push-ups, and squats.
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Make water number one. You always need to drink water, but it can be especially important if you're trying to flatten your stomach. When you drink water, you help your body maintain proper fluid balance, stop water retention (a major cause of bloated bellies) and feel full so you're inclined to eat less overall. Water also breaks down fat for energy and moves nutrients to your muscles to maintain your metabolism. Add lemon, orange or cucumber slices to your water to give it a little flavor boost; you can also try herbs and flowers such as mint or lemon verbena. Turn to green tea. Among its many benefits, green tea can also lay claim to helping reduce belly fat thanks to antioxidants called catechins that it contains. For extra fat-burning power, sip green tea before a workout. Blend up a smoothie. Smoothies are a great way to stay hydrated and can contribute to a flatter stomach. When you make a smoothie with watermelon, you have the advantage of an amino acid known as arginine that's found in watermelon. A study in the Journal of Nutrition found that arginine can decrease body fat and increase lean muscle mass. A smoothie made with pineapple gives you the benefit of bromelain, an enzyme in pineapple that helps break down protein, ease digestion and banish bloat. Watermelon smoothie. Chop up two cups of watermelon and put it into a blender. Add 1/4 cup of fat-free milk and blend for about 15 seconds or until smooth. Add 2 cups of ice and blend for 20 seconds or until you get the consistency you like. This recipe serves two. Pineapple smoothie. Measure 1 cup of skim milk and put it in a blender along with 4 ounces of fresh or canned pineapple chunks. Set the blender to "whip" and blend for 1 minute. Pour into a glass and add 1 tablespoon of cold-pressed organic flaxseed oil. Makes one serving. Add ginger. Ginger helps calm your GI tract and can help reduce bloating. Add some fresh, grated ginger to your green tea or boil some chopped pieces of the root to make ginger tea. Drink peppermint tea. It's no accident that many restaurants offer diners peppermint candies after their meals--peppermint is a digestive aid. Brew a peppermint tea or add peppermint leaves to water or green tea. Stay away from alcohol. When it comes to flattening your stomach, alcohol is not your friend. It makes your body store more of the fat you eat and burn up to 36% less fat than you normally would. It can also inhibit your body's production of fat-burning hormones. Avoid carbonated and fermented beverages. These drinks have gas in them, and when you consume them, you end up with gas in your intestinal system, which leads to a swollen and bloated belly. Say "no" to sorbitol. Sorbitol is an artificial sweetener found in some diet sodas. While it adds sweetness without adding calories, the problem is that our bodies have trouble digesting the substance. And it's not just some sodas that contain sorbitol, look for it in yogurts, reduced-calorie foods, chewing gums and hard candies. Go with cardio. Nothing beats aerobic exercise in the battle against belly fat. A study by Duke University found that aerobic exercise was the most effective way to burn deep, visceral belly fat and that aerobic workouts burn 67% more calories than resistance training or a regimen that combines cardio and resistance. The Department of Health and Human Services recommends that healthy adults get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity (think brisk walking or swimming) or 75 minutes a week of vigorous aerobic activity (such as running) spread throughout the week. Activity sessions can broken up throughout the day but should be at least 10 minutes long. If you're looking to lose weight, you'll have to increase the intensity, the duration or both. You can't spot-reduce fat away from a certain area, so you don't have to worry about only doing exercises that tone your stomach. Instead, pay close attention to your diet and try to follow a balanced workout plan that works your body evenly. Do your crunches. There may never be agreement among trainers as to whether or not crunches are the best way to flatten your abs, but there's no disputing the fact that they work the muscles on the front and side of your abdomen. Curl Up. Lie flat on a mat with your knees bent and your heels pressed into the mat to stabilize your body. Tilt your torso so your lower back stays pressed into the mat as well. Put your arms behind your head and keep your elbows pressed back, then curl your torso upward, being sure your lower back stays against the mat the whole time. Pelvic Tilt Crunch. Lie face-up on a stability ball with your back and head pressed into the ball, your feet together on the floor and a 5- to 10-pound dumbbell or medicine ball in your hands positioned against your chest. Tighten your abs and crunch up until your shoulders are off the ball. Then use both hands to reach the dumbbell or the medicine ball up toward the ceiling. Do three sets of 12-15 reps resting for 30 seconds between each set. Arms Over Straight-Leg Crunch. Grab a pair of 10- to 12-pound dumbbells and lie on your back with your arms behind you and your legs extended and raised to a 45-degree angle. Bring your arms up over your chest and lift your shoulders off the mat while raising your legs until they're perpendicular to the floor. Return to your starting position without letting your legs touch the floor. Do three sets of 15 repetitions with a 30-second rest period between sets. Work your core. Your core is made up of your abdominal muscles plus the muscles of your lower back, pelvic floor and hips--more than 15 muscles in all. For a really flat stomach, you need exercises that target all of these muscles. Side Plank. Lie on your left side with your elbow directly beneath your shoulder and your legs stacked one on top of the other. Place your right hand on your left shoulder or on your right hip. Tighten your abs and lift your hips off the floor until you're balancing on your forearm and feet so that your body forms a diagonal line. Hold for 30 to 45 seconds. Repeat on the opposite side. If you can't hold the pose for 30 to 45 seconds, stay up as long as you can and work you way up. Push-up Walkout. Get on the floor in a push-up position and place your hands so they're two inches wider than your shoulders. Keeping your feet in place, walk your hands out as far as possible, then walk back. Do 10-12 reps. For more of challenge, you can lift one leg before you walk your hands out and back. Climbing Rope. Sit down with your legs extended out in front of you and your feet turned out in a V position. Point your toes. Contract your core muscles and roll your spine into a C-curve. Lift your arms up and move them as if you were climbing a rope twisting slightly with each reach. Do 20 reaches with each arm. Improve your posture. Standing up taller can make you look five pounds lighter, so why wouldn't you do it? Stand in such a way that your pelvis is relaxed and downward with the belt line slanting forward and your backside angled back and behind (not under) you. Line your rib cage up with your stomach. Roll your shoulders back and let them drop down gently. Center your head over your spine and elongate the back of the neck by imagining a string tied to and gently lifting the crown of your head. Choose belly-flattening fashions. There are a lot of ways to put your wardrobe to work for you in the battle against the belly. By choosing the right fabrics and styles, you can create the illusion of a smaller tummy. Pick fabrics that skim the body. These include woven cotton, silk or rayon blends and lightweight wool blends. Stay away from fabrics that cling such as Lycra and lightweight knits; they tend to emphasize every bulge. Divert the eye. Look for garments with features that draw the eye away from your mid-section. For example, tops with detailing around the neckline or a ruffle down the center give the eye something else to focus on rather than your stomach. Wrap tops and dresses are also good choices as long as they're not made from the kind of clingy fabric you're looking to avoid. Add a belt. Use a wide belt in a dark color to cinch your waist, separating the hips and bust and creating a waistline. Play around with patterns. Geometric and floral patterns can be a good way to disguise a bit of a belly, but you'll have to experiment at bit with the size of the pattern; make sure it's scaled to your body size. Put color to work for you. Yes, black is the most slimming color, but it's not your only choice. Celebrity stylist Phillip Bloch recommends purple, navy, burgundy, eggplant, charcoal gray and deep emerald for a slim look. You might also want to go monochromatic and dress head-to-toe in just one color--another way to look long and lean. Use shapewear. Shapewear can give you the more fashionable figure that you're looking for. It comes in many different styles but a high-waisted bike short might be the best for keeping a tummy (as well as hips and thighs) looking slimmer. Choose a control level--light, medium or firm--that gives you the look you want without causing you great discomfort or outright pain. Eat more often. Instead of three large meals that can fill your belly and tax your digestive system, eat small, frequent meals or snacks. Eat your meals about two to three hours apart; they'll take up less space in your stomach, cause less expansion, keep your metabolism up and keep you feeling full. Reduce your intake of high-fiber foods. Many high fiber foods, such as broccoli, beans, Brussels sprouts, and cauliflower, cause gas and bloating. Eliminate them from your diet during this week. When the week is over, gradually add them back one at a time. You might find that some bother your stomach more than others, and you can adjust your diet accordingly to get your fiber and keep your stomach flat. Fight back against gas-producing foods by using Beano, which contains an enzyme that helps to break down complex sugars found in beans and cruciferous vegetables so that they can be digested more easily. Adjust your fruit and veggie portions. While raw vegetables and fruits are great choices for overall health, they cause your stomach to stretch, so it's best to eat them in smaller portions spread throughout the day. Check for a lactose intolerance. If dairy products cause uncomfortable gas and bloating, you may have difficulty digesting lactose, the sugar found in dairy. Try eating low-lactose foods such as yogurt, consume only small amounts of milk products at one time and eat them with other foods. You can also buy lactose-free products or take a digestive aid such as Lactaid to help break down the lactose in your digestive tract. Watch out for dairy that is hidden in the ingredients list. Sausages, deli meat, protein bars, chips, and salad dressings often contain dairy. Choose potassium-rich foods. Eat high potassium foods including avocado, mini bananas, papaya, mango, cantaloupe and nonfat yogurt (made without artificial sweeteners). Potassium is a natural diuretic, so it will help reduce water retention and puffiness.
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Make water number one. Turn to green tea. Blend up a smoothie. Add ginger. Drink peppermint tea. Stay away from alcohol. Avoid carbonated and fermented beverages. Say "no" to sorbitol. Go with cardio. Do your crunches. Work your core. Improve your posture. Choose belly-flattening fashions. Use shapewear. Eat more often. Reduce your intake of high-fiber foods. Adjust your fruit and veggie portions. Check for a lactose intolerance. Choose potassium-rich foods.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Download-YouTube-Videos-on-Mobile
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How to Download YouTube Videos on Mobile
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To download a YouTube video on an Android device, start by copying its URL. Then, go to a website that downloads YouTube videos, like vidpaw.com, and paste the URL into the text box. On the next screen, choose a file format and quality for your video and tap “Download.” Once your video has downloaded, open it in your phone's download folder. For even faster downloads, subscribe to YouTube Red, which lets you download videos directly within the app.
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Download the Documents 6 app. Documents, or Documents 6 as it appears in the App Store, is a file manager app for the iPhone that's produced by the company Readdle. To download it: Open the App Store {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/5\/55\/Iphoneappstoreicon.png","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/5\/55\/Iphoneappstoreicon.png\/30px-Iphoneappstoreicon.png","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":460,"bigWidth":"30","bigHeight":"30","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>I edited this screenshot of an iOS icon.\n<\/p><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a><br>\n<\/p><\/div>"} Tap Search Tap the search bar. Type in documents 6 Tap Search Tap the Documents by Read... result. Tap GET Enter your Apple ID password or Touch ID. Copy the link to the YouTube video you want to download. While you can't download things like music videos and YouTube Red movies, you can download any other video from YouTube via the Documents app. You'll first need to obtain the YouTube video's address by doing the following: Open YouTube. Go to the video you want to download. Tap Share below the video. Tap Copy link Open Documents 6. Press your iPhone's Home button to minimize the YouTube app, then tap the Documents 6 app icon, which resembles a black, green, and yellow "D" on a white background. Open the Documents 6 web browser. Tap the compass icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen to do so. If the web browser doesn't open, you can swipe right the compass icon. Go to https://www.vidpaw.com. Tap the address bar at the top of the screen, then type in vidpaw.com and tap the blue Go button in your iPhone's keyboard. Paste in your YouTube video's address. Tap the text box in the middle of the page, tap it again once your iPhone's keyboard appears, and tap Paste in the pop-up menu. Tap Start. It's a blue button below the text box. Tap Download. It's to the right of the highest available quality, which is at the top of the page. Tap Done when prompted. This option is in the top-right corner of the screen. The YouTube video will begin downloading onto your iPhone. Open the Documents view. Tap the folder-shaped icon in the bottom-left corner of the screen. You should see a list of folders appear. Tap Downloads. This folder is in the middle of the Documents page. Tapping it opens a list of your downloaded files. Play your video. Find the video's title and thumbnail, then tap it to play it inside of the Documents app. The video will begin playing in the Documents video player. Move the video to your iPhone's Camera Roll. While you can play the video from within the Documents app whenever you want to, you can also move the video into your iPhone's Photos app if you're using iOS 11: Tap ⋯ in the corner of the video's thumbnail. Tap Share , then tap Save to Files This option is only available on iOS 11. If you have an older iPhone, you won't be able to move the video. Tap On My iPhone , then tap any folder and tap Add Open the iPhone's Files app. Tap Browse in the bottom-right corner. Tap On My iPhone , then tap the folder you used to save the video. Tap the video to open it. Tap the "Share" {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/4\/49\/Iphoneshare.png","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/4\/49\/Iphoneshare.png\/23px-Iphoneshare.png","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":600,"bigWidth":"23","bigHeight":"30","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>I edited this screenshot of an iPhone icon.\n<\/p><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a><br>\n<\/p><\/div>"} icon, then tap Save Video Download ES File Explorer. ES File Explorer allows you to view downloaded files and move them around on your Android, which will be helpful when moving the downloaded video to your Android's Photos app later. To do so: Open the Google Play Store {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/1\/1e\/Androidgoogleplay.png","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/1\/1e\/Androidgoogleplay.png\/26px-Androidgoogleplay.png","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":531,"bigWidth":"26","bigHeight":"30","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>I edited this screenshot of an Android icon\n<\/p><p>License: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external text\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fair_use\">Fair Use<\/a><br>\n<\/p><\/div>"} Tap the search bar. Type in es file explorer Tap the ES File Explorer result below the search bar. Tap INSTALL Tap ACCEPT when prompted. Copy the link to the YouTube video you want to download. While you can't download things like music videos and YouTube Red movies, you can download any other video from YouTube via the Documents app. You'll first need to obtain the YouTube video's address by doing the following: Open YouTube. Go to the video you want to download. Tap Share below the video. Tap Copy link Open Google Chrome. Close the YouTube app, then tap the Chrome app icon, which resembles a red, yellow, green, and blue sphere. Tap the search bar. It's at the top of the screen. Go to the VidPaw site. Tap the address bar at the top of the screen, then type in vidpaw.com and tap the Enter or Go button in your Android's keyboard. Paste in your YouTube video's address. Tap the text box in the middle of the page, tap it again once your Android's keyboard appears, and tap Paste in the pop-up menu. Tap Start. It's a blue button below the text box. Tap Download. It's to the right of the highest available quality, which is at the top of the page. Tap Done when prompted. This option is in the top-right corner of the screen. The YouTube video will begin downloading onto your Android. Open ES File Explorer. Close Google Chrome, then tap the ES File Explorer app icon. This will open ES File Explorer. If this is your first time opening ES File Explorer, you may have to swipe or tap through a few pages of information before arriving at the main page. Select a storage location. Tap SD Card or Internal , depending on your Android's default storage location. Tap Download. This folder should be in the middle of the page, though you may need to scroll down to find it. Watch your video. Find your video's name and thumbnail, then tap it to open it in your Android's video player. Move the video into your Android's Photos app. If you want to be able to view the downloaded video in your Android's Photos app instead of using ES File Explorer, do the following: Tap and hold the video's thumbnail. Tap ⋮ in the corner of the screen. Tap Move to Tap the Pictures folder. Tap OK Open YouTube. Tap the YouTube app icon, which resembles a white triangle on a red background. Doing so will open your YouTube home page if you're logged in. If you aren't logged in, select your profile or tap SIGN IN , then enter your email address and/or password. Tap your profile icon. It's in the top-right corner of the screen. This will open your account menu. Tap Get YouTube Red. You'll find this option near the middle of the menu. Tap TRY IT FREE. It's a blue button in the upper-right side of the screen. On iPhone, tap GET YOUTUBE RED , then enter your Apple ID or Touch ID when prompted. You can then skip to the "Select a video" step. Enter your payment information. When prompted, select an existing payment method, or tap Add a [method] (e.g., Add a card ) and enter the method's details. Type in your YouTube password. Tap the "Verify your password" text field, then type in your Google account's password. Tap BUY. It's at the bottom of the screen. As long as your password and payment method both check out, doing so will grant you a free month of YouTube Red. YouTube Red usually costs $9.99 per month on Android and $12.99 per month on iPhone. Select a video. Search for a video that you want to download, then tap the video in question. It will open. Tap Download. This option is below the video. On some versions of the YouTube app, it may just be a downward-facing arrow. Doing so opens a pop-up menu. Select a quality. Tap a quality (e.g., 720p ) in which you want to download a video. Tap DOWNLOAD. It's at the bottom of the menu. This will download the YouTube video onto your smartphone. Go to the video without an Internet connection. YouTube Red allows you to watch downloaded videos offline. To do so, tap Library , find a video under the "Available Offline" section, and tap it to view it.
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Download the Documents 6 app. Copy the link to the YouTube video you want to download. Open Documents 6. Open the Documents 6 web browser. Go to https://www.vidpaw.com. Paste in your YouTube video's address. Tap Start. Tap Download. Tap Done when prompted. Open the Documents view. Tap Downloads. Play your video. Move the video to your iPhone's Camera Roll. Download ES File Explorer. Copy the link to the YouTube video you want to download. Open Google Chrome. Tap the search bar. Go to the VidPaw site. Paste in your YouTube video's address. Tap Start. Tap Download. Tap Done when prompted. Open ES File Explorer. Select a storage location. Tap Download. Watch your video. Move the video into your Android's Photos app. Open YouTube. Tap your profile icon. Tap Get YouTube Red. Tap TRY IT FREE. Enter your payment information. Type in your YouTube password. Tap BUY. Select a video. Tap Download. Select a quality. Tap DOWNLOAD. Go to the video without an Internet connection.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Calculate-Lotto-Odds
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How to Calculate Lotto Odds
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To calculate your odds of winning the lottery, use the formula: factorial of n over factorial of r times factorial of n minus r, where n is the total number of possible numbers and r is the number of numbers chosen. For example, if you're playing a lottery where you can choose 2 numbers from a pool of 5 numbers, the formula would be: factorial of 5 over factorial of 2 times factorial of 3, which equals 120 over 12. 120 divided by 12 gives you 10, so your odds of winning would be 1 out of 10.
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Understand the calculations involved. To find the odds of winning any lottery, divide the number of winning lottery numbers by the total number of possible lottery numbers. If the numbers are chosen from a set and the order of the numbers doesn't matter, use the formula n ! r ! ( n − r ) ! {\displaystyle {\frac {n!}{r!(n-r)!}}}. In the formula, n stands for the total number of possible numbers and r stands for the number of numbers chosen. The "!" denotes a factorial, which for any integer n is n*(n-1)*(n-2)...and so on until 0 is reached. For example, 3! represents 3 × 2 × 1 {\displaystyle 3\times 2\times 1}. For a simple example, imagine you have to choose two numbers and you can pick numbers from 1 to 5. Your odds of choosing the two "correct" numbers (the winning numbers) would be defined as 5 ! 2 ! × 3 ! {\displaystyle {\frac {5!}{2!\times 3!}}}. This would then be solved as 5 × 4 × 3 × 2 × 1 2 × 1 × 3 × 2 × 1 {\displaystyle {\frac {5\times 4\times 3\times 2\times 1}{2\times 1\times 3\times 2\times 1}}} , which is 120 ÷ 12 {\displaystyle 120\div 12} , or 10. So, your odds of winning this game are 1 in 10. Factorial calculations can get unwieldy, especially with large numbers. Most calculators have a factorial function to ease your calculations. Alternately, you can type the factorial into Google (as "55!" for example) and it will solve it for you. Establish the lottery's rules. The majority of Mega Millions, Powerball, and other large lotteries use roughly the same rules: 5 or 6 numbers are chosen from a large pool of numbers in no particular order. Numbers may not be repeated. In some games, a final number is chosen from a smaller set of numbers (the "Powerball" in Powerball games is an example). In Powerball, 5 numbers are chosen from 69 possible numbers. Then, for the single Powerball, one number is chosen from a set of 26 possible numbers. Other games may have you choose 5 or 6 numbers, or more, from a larger or smaller pool of numbers. To calculate the odds of winning, you simply need to know the number of winning numbers and the total number of possible numbers. Input the numbers into the probability equation. The first part of Powerball odds determines the number of ways 5 numbers could be chosen out of 69 unique numbers. Using Powerball rules, the completed equation for the first 5 numbers would be: 69 ! 5 ! ( 69 − 5 ) ! {\displaystyle {\frac {69!}{5!(69-5)!}}} , which simplifies to 69 ! 5 ! × 64 ! {\displaystyle {\frac {69!}{5!\times 64!}}}. Calculate your odds of choosing correctly. Solving this equation is best done entirely in a search engine or calculator, as the numbers involved are inconvenient to write down between steps. The result tells you there are 11,238,513 possible combinations of 5 numbers in a set of 69 unique numbers. This means that you have a 1 in 11,238,513 chance of choosing the five numbers correctly. To calculate your odds of choosing the final Powerball correctly, you would complete the same equation using the values for the Powerball (1 number out of 26 possible numbers). Since you're only picking 1 number here, you don't necessarily have to complete the entire equation. The answer will be 26 because there are 26 different ways 1 number can be chosen from a set of 26 unique numbers. Multiply to calculate your odds of winning the jackpot. To calculate the odds that you'll guess the first 5 numbers and the Powerball correctly to win the jackpot, multiply the odds that you'll guess the first 5 numbers (1 in 11,238,513) by the odds that you'll guess the Powerball correctly (1 in 26). Your equation would be 1 11 , 238 , 513 × 1 26 {\displaystyle {\frac {1}{11,238,513}}\times {\frac {1}{26}}}. So, your odds of choosing the first five numbers and the Powerball correctly and winning the jackpot are 1 in 292,201,338. Calculate your odds of winning the second prize. To return to the Powerball game, you have 5 numbers and a single Powerball. If you guess all 5 of the other numbers correctly but don't get the Powerball, you'll win the second prize. If you calculated your odds of winning the jackpot, you already know that your odds of guessing all 5 numbers correctly are 1 in 11,238,513. To win the second prize, you would have to guess the Powerball incorrectly. If you calculated your odds of winning the jackpot, you know that your odds of guessing the Powerball correctly are 1 in 26. Therefore, your odds of guessing the Powerball incorrectly are 25 in 26. Use the same equation with these values to determine your odds of winning the second prize: 1 11 , 238 , 513 × 25 26 {\displaystyle {\frac {1}{11,238,513}}\times {\frac {25}{26}}}. When you complete this calculation, you'll see that your odds of winning the second prize are 1 in 11,688,053.52. Use an expanded equation to find your odds for other prizes. To win other prizes, you guess some, but not all, of the winning numbers correctly. To figure out your odds, use an equation in which "k" represents the numbers you choose correctly, "r" represents the total numbers drawn, and "n" represents the number of unique numbers the numbers will be drawn from. Without numbers, the formula looks like this: r ! k ! × ( r − k ) ! × ( n − r ) ! ( ( n − r ) − ( r − k ) ) ! × ( r − k ) ! {\displaystyle {\frac {r!}{k!\times (r-k)!}}\times {\frac {(n-r)!}{((n-r)-(r-k))!\times (r-k)!}}}. For example, you might use the Powerball values to determine your odds of correctly guessing 3 of the 5 chosen numbers from the set of 69 unique numbers. Your equation would look like this: 5 ! 3 ! × ( 5 − 3 ) ! × ( 69 − 5 ) ! ( ( 69 − 5 ) − ( 5 − 3 ) ) ! × ( 5 − 3 ) ! {\displaystyle {\frac {5!}{3!\times (5-3)!}}\times {\frac {(69-5)!}{((69-5)-(5-3))!\times (5-3)!}}} The result of this equation tells you the number of ways that 3 numbers can be chosen correctly out of 5 numbers. Your odds will be that number out of the total number of ways 5 numbers can be chosen correctly. Solve your equation to find the odds of correctly guessing the numbers. Just as with the base equation, this equation is best solved by typing the entire thing into a calculator or search engine. Some intermediate numbers involved in the calculation would be cumbersome to write down and it would be easy to make a mistake. In the previous example, your odds of guessing 3 of the 5 chosen numbers in Powerball would be 20,160 in 11,238,513. Multiply the result by the Powerball value to determine your odds of winning that prize. While this formula gives you the odds of guessing only some of the numbers correctly, you still haven't factored in the Powerball. To find your true odds, multiply the result by your odds of getting the Powerball number correct or incorrect (whichever value you want to find). For example, if you wanted to calculate your odds for getting only 3 of the 5 numbers correct and getting the Powerball incorrect, your equation would be 20 , 160 11 , 238 , 513 × 25 26 {\displaystyle {\frac {20,160}{11,238,513}}\times {\frac {25}{26}}} , or 1 in 579.76. On the other hand, your odds for getting 3 of the 5 numbers correct and getting the Powerball correct would be 20 , 160 11 , 238 , 513 × 1 26 {\displaystyle {\frac {20,160}{11,238,513}}\times {\frac {1}{26}}} , or 1 in 14,494.11. Change the number of correctly guessed numbers for other prizes. Once you have the formula down, simply change the value of "k" to find the odds of winning different levels of prizes. Generally, your odds of winning will decrease as the value of "k" increases. If you're calculating odds for Powerball or a similar game, don't forget to multiply your result by the Powerball value. Find the expected return of a lottery ticket. The expected return tells you what you could theoretically expect to get back in return for buying a single lottery ticket. To calculate the expected return of a single ticket, multiply the odds of a particular payout by the value of that payout. If you did this with every possible prize you could win, you would get a range of expected returns. To return to the Powerball example, the expected return of a single $2 ticket would be around $1.79 at the high end and as little as $1.35 at the low end. Keep in mind that "expected return" is a term of art used in statistics. Your actual payout will almost always be much less than the expected return you calculate. Compare the cost of a single ticket to its expected return. You can determine the expected benefit of playing the lottery by comparing the expected return of a ticket to the cost of a ticket. Most of the time, the expected return will be lower than the cost of the ticket. Additionally, your actual return will likely differ greatly from the expected value. You'll typically only get a fraction of the expected value, if anything at all. Calculating the odds can help you determine which lottery games have the best expected benefit. For example, at one time, the New York Lottery had a $1 Take Five ticket with an expected value that equaled its cost. If you played this game, you could expect to break even over time. Determine the increase in odds from playing multiple times. Playing the lottery multiple times increases your overall odds of winning, however slightly. It's easier to envision this increase as a decrease in your chance of losing. For example, if your overall chances of winning are 1 in 250,000,000, your chances of losing on one play are 249 , 999 , 999 ÷ 250 , 000 , 000 {\displaystyle 249,999,999\div 250,000,000} , which is equal to a number very close to 1 (0.99999...). If you play twice, that number is squared ( ( 249 , 999 , 999 ÷ 250 , 000 , 000 ) 2 {\displaystyle (249,999,999\div 250,000,000)^{2}} ), representing a movement slightly away from 1 (and therefore a better chance of winning). Find the number of plays needed for decent odds of winning. Most lottery players are convinced that if they play often enough, they will significantly increase their chances of winning. It is true that playing more increases your odds of winning. However, it takes a long time for that increased chance to become significant. For example, if you had a 1 in 250,000,000 chance of winning on one play, it would take roughly 180 million plays to reach 50-50 odds of winning. At this rate, if you bought ten tickets a day for 49,300 years, you would have a 50 percent chance of winning. Additionally, if you finally reached 50-50 odds, you still wouldn't be guaranteed a win if you bought two tickets on that day. Your overall odds of winning would still remain roughly 50% for each of those tickets.
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Understand the calculations involved. Establish the lottery's rules. Input the numbers into the probability equation. Calculate your odds of choosing correctly. Multiply to calculate your odds of winning the jackpot. Calculate your odds of winning the second prize. Use an expanded equation to find your odds for other prizes. Solve your equation to find the odds of correctly guessing the numbers. Multiply the result by the Powerball value to determine your odds of winning that prize. Change the number of correctly guessed numbers for other prizes. Find the expected return of a lottery ticket. Compare the cost of a single ticket to its expected return. Determine the increase in odds from playing multiple times. Find the number of plays needed for decent odds of winning.
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How to Neutralize Ammonia
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To neutralize ammonia in pet urine, start by mixing equal parts white vinegar and water in a spray bottle or bucket. Then, apply the mixture to the stained area so it's soaked. Once you've applied the vinegar solution, let it sit for 10 minutes before blotting the area with paper towels. Next, sprinkle some baking soda over the stain and let it sit for 15 minutes. Finally, vacuum the area and let it finish drying.
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Soak up the urine. Apply layers of paper towels as soon as you discover the urine stain. Stand or walk on the paper towels to increase absorbency. Try to soak up as much as possible before moving on. Create a neutralizing mixture. Mix a solution of one part white vinegar to one part water. Transfer the mixed ingredients into a spray container or cleaning bucket. Spray or pour the solution onto the area. If the area is carpeted, apply a generous amount of cleaning mixture. You want to use enough solution to soak into all areas of the urine stain. You must be careful not to let the solution sink into the subflooring. Allow the mixture to settle. Wait 10 minutes. Return and blot the area again with paper towels. You can also blot with washcloths, but use only old ones, as the ammonia might be difficult to remove. Clear the area. Let the area dry until it is slightly damp. Sprinkle the area with baking soda. Let the baking soda sit for 15 minutes. Baking soda is a mild alkali that dissolves dirt and grease with water effectively. Put a laundry bucket over the area while the baking soda is cleaning the area. This will prevent your pet or any small children from messing with the area. Vacuum the area. You should have removed the majority of the urine, which causes the release of ammonia. If the odor still smells, then you will need to treat the area again or use a commercial product. Buy a commercial pet stain remover. The key to a commercial product is to make sure it removes the smell. Cats, especially, will urinate in the same location if they smell their urine. Buy a product that caters to your pet specifically, instead of buying an "all pets" stain remover. Try to use natural products that won't be damaging to your pet or yourself. Apply the cleaner according to package's directions. Repeat as necessary. Read the safety measures to ensure the product doesn't contain hazardous materials. Protect your horses. Ensure your horses are in stalls that provide proper ventilation, even in the winter. Ventilation in the walkways is not enough. Each stall should have a permanent opening of at least a one square foot (0.3m) to ensure that the excess ammonia gas can leave the stall. You can make this opening a long slot, rather than a square, so that it's easier to leave open permanently. For example, you could cut a slot that's 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide and 12 feet (3.7 m) long, placing it along the length of the stall. If possible, place the slot near the ceiling of the stable, which allows the freshest air to circulate into the stall. In high concentrations, ammonia can cause respiratory damage and even death. Ensure your stalls have proper drainage. This usually means laying stall mats down. Make sure you clean underneath the mats at least once week. Choose an absorbent bedding. Wheat straw has been found to reduce ammonia. Kenaf fiber is also helpful in reducing ammonia levels. The most absorbent bedding is porous flooring like packed dirt, clay, or even stone dust. Use tightly interlocking or seamless stall mats to keep the urine from seeping into the floor underneath the bedding. Prepare the stall. Remove the horses from their stalls for a daily cleaning. Get rid of all urine-soaked bedding and dispose of it. It is important to let the horses out of their stall when cleaning or preparing ammonia neutralizers. Mix your bedding with an ammonia-neutralizing product. You can use diatomaceous earth (DE) or a clinoptilolite-based product. This increases the absorbency of the materials, lowering the amount of bacteria that is converted into ammonia. Use a ratio of 1:8 for the ammonia neutralizing agent. Spread the bedding. Use a stable shovel and dump two scoops of bedding into the stall. Spread out the bedding with the shovel. Continue to shovel and spread the bedding in increments of two scoops. If you're leaving the horse in the stall overnight, use between 4 to 6 inches of bedding. If the horse is in and out of the stall and you have mats, cover the mats with about 2 inches of bedding. Create a dry mixture. Mix together equal parts baking soda (sodium bicarbonate), clay cat litter and dry sand. Keep it in buckets near your workstation. Create a dry mixture if you intend to absorb the spill. Some might attempt to dilute the spill and use it to clean the affected area. Liquid ammonia is a common cleaning agent. You can dilute the spill with water and use the mixture as an impromptu cleaner. You'll need to add a higher ratio of water to ammonia, so if you spilled too much, use the dry mixture. This combination of dry ingredients is a safe way of containing and disposing large amounts of liquid ammonia. Acquire a weak acid. An acid or alkaline compound can be used to neutralize ammonia, making it safer to handle. You could use hydrochloric or sulfuric neutralizers. Application of these products to the spill will cause a chemical reaction that will neutralize the ammonia. Search for ammonia neutralizers. Some brands develop a mixture of acids to be used to neutralize ammonia. Hydrochloric acid is found in some tile and toilet bowl cleaners, as well as stain removers. You can also buy pure hydrochloric acid online. Sulfuric acid is found in toilet bowl cleaners and drain de-cloggers. You can buy it online as well. This acid is highly corrosive, so read the safety instructions on the bottle carefully and wear gloves when handling it. Identify the ammonia spill. Cover the spill with your dry spill mix. You should use enough spill mix so that the surface is completely dry. Wait for the mix to absorb the liquid. Scoop up the mixture into a container. Wear a mask while doing this. If possible, place the compound in a fume hood. Turn the fume hood on for the remainder of the process. Throw this mixture directly into your outdoor trash bin if you don't have access to a fume hood. Create a liquid cleaner. Fill a pail with cold water. Slowly add the liquid neutralizers into the cold water. Only add a tenth of the chemical neutralizer to the water. If you added too much, the neutralizer will still do the job, but may need more applications of water to the spill area. Stir the mixture for about thirty seconds. Apply the liquid neutralizer. Add a small amount of liquid mixture created earlier to the area of the spill. Add small dollops at a time. On the surface clean thoroughly with a clean mop. Allow the area to dry before cleaning a second time. On the second cleaning, use water and a surface cleaner to ensure a thorough cleaning of the area. Never use bleach to clean ammonia because the combined chemicals will create a poisonous gas harmful to people.
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Soak up the urine. Create a neutralizing mixture. Allow the mixture to settle. Clear the area. Vacuum the area. Buy a commercial pet stain remover. Protect your horses. Ensure your stalls have proper drainage. Choose an absorbent bedding. Prepare the stall. Mix your bedding with an ammonia-neutralizing product. Spread the bedding. Create a dry mixture. Acquire a weak acid. Identify the ammonia spill. Scoop up the mixture into a container. Create a liquid cleaner. Apply the liquid neutralizer.
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How to Be a Normal Good Looking Girl from Inside and Outside
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Being a normal good-looking girl is all about keeping fit and being true to who you really are. To look great, try to eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly. Taking care of your physical health will help you feel better too! There are plenty of ways to exercise, like going to dance classes, playing sports, doing martial arts, or just going for long walks. You should also act confident, even when you don't necessarily feel it. This will help you engage with people and easily make friends. Stepping outside of your comfort zone can sometimes be nerve-wracking, but push yourself to try new things and talk to new people. At the same time, don't be afraid to embrace your uniqueness. If you want to skip down the road, singing your favorite song, then go for it.
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Have fun with your hair. Hair can be a great asset when cared for properly but can also detract from your appearance if neglected. Even if you have no time to put it up, make sure it's brushed and that you have a ponytail holder with you. Short hair is normal too. Wash your hair regularly. Gently towel-dry it and let it air-dry as often as possible; blow-drying is hard on your hair. Condition your hair to keep it looking healthy and vibrant. Find a formula that works for you; nothing is one-size-fits-all. Keep your makeup simple. Of course, you want to minimize flaws and accentuate your best features, but don't pack it on; unnatural makeup makes you look fake. If you want people to think you are normal, then be real and look real. It's normal to not want to wear makeup too. A touch of base, a hint of blush, a bit of eye shadow, eyeliner, and mascara can help bring your face to life. To avoid looking like a painted lady, choose colours that compliment your natural colouring. Go natural if that's what feels best to you. Be sure to eat right, drink lots of water, and pamper your skin to make it glow. Exercise! Find a way to sweat — yes, really sweat — for 30 minutes at least 3 to 5 times every week. Take a dance class; go jogging or biking; join a hiking club; play tennis, racketball, soccer, or basketball; walk laps around the block. Do something. It will improve not only your fitness, but also your outlook on life and the world. Some normal people can't exercise this way others can. Find something physical you can do that works for you. Being fit is always more attractive than not being fit. And don't think you have to be a skinny model to be fit; fitness is about being able to move, breathe, and keep up during a physical activity. Exercise is also a secret potion for happiness and well-being, and being happy always makes you more attractive. Maintain your personal hygiene. No one likes to be around someone who looks or smells bad. Every morning and night, brush your teeth for 2 minutes. Don't forget to floss; most cavities occur between teeth that are hard to clean with a brush. Wash your hands after using the bathroom, keep your nails clean, shower or bath with soap, and wear antiperspirant. A lack of hygiene is a huge red flag for interpersonal relationships; after all, if you aren't willing to take care of yourself, why should anyone else be? Wear clean clothes. To be honest, most of your clothes can be worn a few times before being washed, but always remember this rule of thumb: if you don't want it on your nose, don't wear it. Pants are not as noticeable as shirts (pretty much all jeans look alike) and can be worn more times in a row than anything else. Just be sure they stay relatively clean and don't lose their shape; jeans can become stretched out after just a few uses. Choose classy, modest styles. Many fashions promote revealing styles that are tight-fitting, attention-grabbing, low-cut, etc. Dressing up every once in a while is part of being young and beautiful, but for everyday stuff, your best bet is attractive, modest, flattering clothes that don't draw undue attention to your body. If you have a nice figure, it will be obvious in modest clothes. If attracting a boyfriend is one of your goals, you may be surprised to find out how many boys actually prefer it when things are left to the imagination. More importantly, a lot of the guys who want to see normal girls in ridiculous little outfits aren't the ones you want to be attracting in the first place. Wear practical shoes. Don't be that girl who has to sit out of the soccer game because she can't play in her mini-skirt and wedges; it's much more attractive to be comfortable and to participate. High heels should be reserved for special dress-up occasions. Low heels or pumps can work in many situations if they're sturdy and comfy. The rest of the time, wear cute athletic shoes, sensible leather lace-ups, or whatever else fits the bill for everyday life. Leave the past behind. Whatever has happened before, it's over now. Accept the lessons you've learned, and try to move on. Remember: if you think about it every day, you're still allowing it to control you. Seek professional help, if necessary. A counselor or therapist can help you overcome self-confidence issues and be your best self. Be confident. Even if you're feeling really down about yourself, act confident. You don't have to pretend to be something you're not, but don't announce to the world you're upset. Stay calm and collected. You will be respected if you show your feelings, but in a confident way. Appreciate your uniqueness. You are a beautiful individual with your own personality and talents. Only by appreciating your potential will you be able to nurture your gifts and offer something to the world. Maintain your integrity. Don't do anything you might regret later or you'll lose your self-respect. Not only that, but secrets have a way of getting out -- and when they do, people's negative judgments of you might poison your own sense of self. Be honest and ethical and, most importantly, have a little backbone! Stand up for what's right. If someone puts you down, be your own knight in shining armor; no one has a right to treat you with disrespect. Do the same if someone else is being abused. Don't be afraid to stand up -- even if it means standing alone; remember, it only takes one person to make a huge difference. Respect yourself and your body. Think twice about drinking liquor, smoking cigarettes, and eating bad food. Illegal drugs should be avoided. And be careful if/when you engage in sexual activity. Keep a journal. Write in it as often as you can and you'll soon discover that it's worth the time: it'll not only give you a chance to reflect on your relationships and experiences, but also help you consider who you are and who you want to be. While you're at it, keep a record of the good things in your life. You may be surprised how blessed you really are. If you think it's nerdy or uncool, don't worry; it can be private and no one needs to know you keep it. Set goals for yourself. Ride the momentum of all this soul-searching into a better future. Start with one or two goals (ex. lose 10 pounds, make the volleyball team, make the 'A' honour roll, save money and buy new clothes, etc.) and, once you've made headway on them, set a few more. Make a habit of knowing what you want and getting it. It may help to make a new sheet of paper for each goal and write why you want to do it, how you'll make this happen, and when you'll have it done by. Try new things. Whenever the opportunity arises to do something interesting that you've never tried before, seize it! If you get invited to go skiing, accept. If a new ethnic restaurant opens in your area, give it a shot. Experiencing new and different activities will not only make you a more balanced person, but also get you in the habit of becoming a life-long learner. Educate yourself as much as possible. Although getting a traditional education should be the first priority, also remember that life is full of learning experiences; you don't have to be in a classroom to acquire knowledge. Do your best at school. People look up to smart, active people in the community. Don't be afraid to ask for help from teachers and other students. There's no such thing as a stupid question; that's how you learn! Read|Read]]! Read bestsellers, classic literature, how-to manuals, self-help books, and pieces you don't necessarily agree with. Always carry around a book to read so that you can fill your heart and mind with good things and great ideas. Devote 15 to 30 minutes of every day to developing a special talent. This could be playing an instrument, painting, welding, tutoring, cooking, or building miniature wooden space hamsters; the important thing is to have fun while becoming really good at something. Doing this will build your self-confidence and create opportunities to have fun with friends and your future partner. Make an extra effort to get to know the people in your world. Learn to enjoy finding out about others by talking to them -- and not just about yourself. The better you understand others, the better you'll understand yourself. Recognize true beauty. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and everyone is beautiful in their own way. Be supportive of other people's processes; everyone needs help at some point in their life -- and when it's your turn, people will happily repay your kindness. Don't put others down, tell them they're stupid or ugly, or call attention to their flaws. Everyone has flaws, but by learning to recognize the positive things in others, you'll be able to appreciate and develop them in yourself.
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Have fun with your hair. Keep your makeup simple. Exercise! Maintain your personal hygiene. Wear clean clothes. Choose classy, modest styles. Wear practical shoes. Leave the past behind. Be confident. Appreciate your uniqueness. Maintain your integrity. Keep a journal. Set goals for yourself. Try new things. Educate yourself as much as possible. Devote 15 to 30 minutes of every day to developing a special talent. Make an extra effort to get to know the people in your world. Recognize true beauty.
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How to Make the Girl You Like Miss You
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To make the girl you like miss you, limit the amount of time you spend together to 1 or 2 times a week so she looks forward to seeing you and doesn't take you for granted. During the time you spend together, treat her well by asking questions about her life and making her laugh to show you care about her and enjoy spending time together. When you're not with your girl, continue to pursue your own interests, like soccer or learning a language. Additionally, make time to see your friends so you have a healthy balance between hanging out with your girl and your buddies. If she sends you a text message, wait an hour or 2 before responding to show that you have other things to do. However, if you're spending a longer period of time apart, such as a few days or a weekend, remember to send her a message or give her a quick call to see how she's doing, since this will remind her of how much she misses you.
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Limit the amount of time you spend together. If you want the girl to miss you when you're not together, then you can't spend too much of your free time with her. You should hang out with her enough to make her see how awesome, fun, and interesting you are, but not so much that she starts to take you for granted or feels like you've run out of things to say to each other. Make an effort to see her once or twice a week, but make sure she's not the only thing on your social calendar, or she'll begin to think that she can have you whenever she wants. If she wants to hang out with you, she should make plans with you at least a few days in advance. You don't want it to look like you're at her beck and call. When you do hang out with her, don't spend the entire day with her, but leave to do something else after a few hours so she really relishes the time you do spend together instead of getting too comfortable with you. This may feel a little strange, at first, but hey, it's part of playing hard to get. Limit your phone time. If you and the girl you like talk on the phone, make sure you keep your conversations relatively short so she doesn't think you have nothing better to do than to talk to her all the time. You can talk to her to set up plans or to see how she's doing for a few minutes, but you shouldn't let the conversation drag on so long that you've run out of things to say. To keep her interested, you want her feel like she can never run out of things to say to you. Don't tell her everything that you're thinking or everything that's going on in your life over the phone. Save some of it for when you actually hang out in person. Make the time count. If you only talk to her on the phone for a few minutes, make sure you bring your A game and charm her, make her laugh, and make her feel special. Don't talk to her while also watching the Jets game; make her feel like you do value your conversations. Don't drop everything to talk to her. To make a girl miss you, you can't make her feel like you're at her beck and call. If she texts you and you're busy, don't go out of your way to give her a lengthy response ASAP, unless she really needs one. Instead, give it a few hours before you get back to her. The same goes for talking on the phone; if she calls you, don't feel compelled to pick up every time, or to pick up on the first ring. If the girl feels like she can reach you whenever she wants, then she'll be less likely to miss you. If it seems a little bit hard to get a bit of your time, then she'll value it more. Of course, if she seems upset and really wants to talk as soon as possible, then you should be there for her instead of acting aloof. But if she's calling or texting just to check in, then you shouldn't feel compelled to get back to her immediately. Continue pursuing your own interests. Don't give up all of the things you love just to be with the girl. If you want her to miss you when you're not around, then you should spend time continuing to do all of the things you love. Keep going to your soccer practice, working on your novel, or learning Japanese. Let her know what you're up so she sees you're an interesting, dynamic person who is excited about life, and who has more going on than just his romantic interests. The girl will respect you and will think you're even more interesting if you have things you care about and want to improve at. Besides, continuing to pursue your hobbies will give you more things to talk to her about. If the girl knows you have a lot going on, she'll see that your time is valuable and will be more likely to appreciate the moments you spend together. Keep making time for your friends. Spending time with your friends is important, and no girl you like or date will ever be able to replace your friends, even if your relationship takes on its own fulfilling character. This means that you should never stop hanging out with your buddies to make time for your girl; though you can cut down on friend time to see your girl, you shouldn't ditch your friends completely, or the girl will think she has you wrapped around her little finger. If she knows that you have plenty of friendships you care about, then she'll see that you're an interesting person who lots of people want to spend time with. If she feels like you're just sitting around waiting for her to call because you have no one else to hang out with, then she'll be much less likely to miss you. Find a healthy balance between seeing your girl and seeing your friends. You don't want to see them so much that you never have time for your girl and make her lose interest, but you also don't want to see them so rarely that she feels like she's the only thing you care about. Keep her guessing. If you want the girl you like to miss you, then you can't let her know exactly what's on your mind and exactly what you're doing all the time. Though she should know you're interested, you can't tell her that you think she's the greatest girl in the world and that you'd do anything to have her; though you can let her know your true feelings once she opens up to you more and spends more time with you, you should leave her wondering about where she stands just a little bit. You can compliment her and tell her things you like about her, but you shouldn't tell her everything you think about her, or you'll be putting yourself in a vulnerable position. You should keep her guessing about your plans, too. If you have to leave early to catch your brother's basketball game, you don't always have to tell her where you're going. Check in with her a bit when you're apart. If you want the girl to miss you when you're not together, then you have to remind her of your presence from time to time. Send her a text to say hi or to see how her day is going, or give her a quick call to tell her about what you've been up to. You can also send her an email from work or shoot her a quick text when you're away with your friend for the weekend. Make sure you talk to her just enough that she doesn't forget about you, but that she also doesn't feel smothered by you, either. If you're apart, make sure you're not always the one getting in touch first. You can call or text her from time to time, but you shouldn't make her take you for granted and feel like you'll always call even if she doesn't. If you know she has something important coming up, such as a job interview or a volleyball game, then check in with her to wish her luck. If it just happened, check in to see how it went. This will show her that you care and that you are paying attention, even if you're not always around. Be the last thing she thinks about at night. One trick to getting the girl to miss you is to make sure you're on her mind as she's getting ready for bed. You can send her a sweet text or plan your phone calls so you talk to her later in the evening, so she thinks of you as she goes to bed and maybe even dreams about you. She also may wake up thinking about the great conversation you had—and will miss you even more as a result. Talking to her before she gets ready for bed will give you a better chance of really capturing her attention. She'll be winding down and will be able to focus on you more easily instead of talking to you while having a million other things going on at the same time. Of course, make sure it's okay for her to talk on the phone late at night—you don't want her to get in trouble with her parents. Give her something that reminds her of you. Another way to make sure that the girl misses you is to give her something that makes it so you're never far from her mind. It can be a necklace you gave her for her birthday, a letter you wrote to her, a sweatshirt that smells like you that you let her borrow, or a book or CD that you thought she would really like. These physical objects will make it so you have a bigger presence in her life, and she'll be more likely to miss you while you're away. You can get her a memento on one of your dates. Winning her a stuffed animal at a carnival or getting her a small souvenir from a trip you go on together will give her something that reminds her of you. You don't need to splurge on this item. What's most important is that it makes her think of you, not the heft of the price tag. Write her a sweet note. Another way to make a girl miss you is to write her a sweet and sincere note about how much you like her. It doesn't have to be long or too detailed, but it should make her see that you really do care for her. You can hand it to her on one of your dates or even mail it to her if you're apart. She will keep the note and may even read it over again to be reminded of you. Giving her some physical proof of how much you care for her can make her miss you even more. You shouldn't write the note just to get her to miss you; make sure that everything you write is sincere and from the heart. If you're too calculating, she'll be able to tell. Ask her questions to show an interest in her life. If you want the girl to miss you and to care for you more, then you should ask her questions about herself, whether you do so in person, over the phone, or in a letter. You don't need to pry or ask her too many things to show her that you care. If you're with her in person, you can ask her about her family, her pets, her weekend plans, her friends, or her hobbies. If you're texting her, you can follow up about an important event in her life or just ask how her day is going. The truth is that if you really want to get a girl to like you, you have to show that you're interested in her. This is much more important than being the coolest or most fascinating guy around; at the end of the day, girls just want guys who actually care about them. If the girl really feels like you care about her, then she'll miss you even more when you're gone. Make sure you actually remember the answers to your questions. If the girl feels like she has to keep repeating herself around you, then she'll get the sense that you don't really care. Treat her well when you're together. You don't need to be Mr. Too Cool when you're with the girl you like. If you want her to miss you when you're gone, then you should do your best to make an impression on her when you're together. Make sure to charm her, make her laugh, make her feel special, and generally let her see that you do care about her without coming on too strong. You want her to remember you for the caring, smart, interesting person that you are, so you have to make the most of your time together, especially if you don't have a lot of it. Be attentive. Pay close attention to her to make sure she's having a good time and that she doesn't need anything, like a glass of water or a change of scenery. Make her laugh. Don't worry about being romantic all the time; relax and be a goofball around her and she'll like you all the more for it. Let her talk. Make sure you don't do more than roughly half of the talking. You don't want her to feel like you're lecturing her or showing off by talking too much. Leave your conversations on a good note. When you do spend time with the girl you like, you should make sure that you don't overstay your welcome. Instead, wait until you're having a great time talking and then tell her that you have to get going; as long as you weren't supposed to hang out with her for longer, this won't hurt her feelings. When the conversation is at its peak, she'll be thinking highly of you, so you want to leave her with a positive impression of you when you're gone. If you hang around too long until you both are struggling to come up with something to talk about, then the girl won't remember you as being a fun person to talk to. Instead, leave while you still have plenty of things to say to each other so she feels excited to pick up your conversation the next time. Don't try too hard to make her jealous. Though there are some tricks you can pull to make the girl you like be more inclined to miss you, you shouldn't try to make her so jealous that she feels like she shouldn't bother with you because you're a player or because she doesn't want to fight for your affection. While you don't have to tell her where you've been all the time, don't talk about other girls too much or openly flirt with every girl who comes your way unless you want the girl to get annoyed with you. Though some light flirting with other girls can make the girl you like see that you're a catch, you don't want to push it so far that she feels like you don't care about her. If she thinks that you're likely to mess around with other girls when you're away, then she won't miss you very much. If you see her out, you should gather your confidence and give it a minute or two before you go up to her. If you act like you don't see her or she's not cool enough for you, then she won't be jealous of the people you're talking to; she'll just think you're a jerk. Don't try to be someone else just to win her over. As corny as it sounds, at the end of the day, it's important that you be yourself if you really want to win the girl over. You shouldn't try to put on an act or be a guy who you think she'd prefer to you; instead, you should work on letting her see your best attributes and take some time to open up about your more quirky interests. Though you don't need to act the exact same way around her as you would around your buddies, you shouldn't put on an act, either, or she'll be able to see through it eventually. If you really like the girl and want her to miss you, then you should make sure the person she's missing is really you, not some polished version of who you are. Though it can take a while for you to open up and show her who you really are, you should try to be as genuine as possible when you're getting to know each other. Don't play too many games. Sure, limiting your phone time or the time you spend together and playing a little hard to get can make the girl more interested in you and can make her more likely to miss you. But if you take it too far, then you'll just be confusing the girl—and may even be confusing yourself in the process. If she feels like your entire relationship is based around mind games and she doesn't really know who you are, then her patience will wear thin pretty fast. If you're kind and affectionate one minute and then cold and distant the next, then she'll quickly get frustrated. Though you don't have to give it all away, if she feels like she has no idea what's going on in your head, she'll start to give up on you. Don't be afraid to tell her how you feel about her. While it's important to leave her wanting more and missing you, you don't want to take playing hard to get so far that she has no idea that you actually do care for her. Even if you're a bit shy, you should tell her that you do like her and that you do want to spend more time with her. Don't let her do all the work, or she may get tired of you because she'll think that you don't really like her. You have to be willing to meet her at least halfway. If you force her to chase you too much, she may go for a guy who is more open with his feelings instead.
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Limit the amount of time you spend together. Limit your phone time. Don't drop everything to talk to her. Continue pursuing your own interests. Keep making time for your friends. Keep her guessing. Check in with her a bit when you're apart. Be the last thing she thinks about at night. Give her something that reminds her of you. Write her a sweet note. Ask her questions to show an interest in her life. Treat her well when you're together. Leave your conversations on a good note. Don't try too hard to make her jealous. Don't try to be someone else just to win her over. Don't play too many games. Don't be afraid to tell her how you feel about her.
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How to Change Application Permissions on a Mac
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To change application permissions on a mac, click the Apple icon → Click "System Preferences" → Click "Security & Privacy" → Click "Privacy" → Click on a service → Click the check box to add or remove an app's permission to the selected service.
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Click on the Apple icon. It's the Apple logo at the top left corner of the menu bar. Click System Preferences. Click the "Security & Privacy" icon. The icon is shaped like a house. Click Privacy. Click on a service in the left pane. The services on the left contain apps of that service's function, which appear in the window on the right. For example, "Location Services" on the left might have "Maps" enabled on the right because Maps uses Location Services in order to provide directions. Click the check box next to an app to add or remove the permission. Apps that are marked with a blue check mark have permission to the service highlighted in the left pane of the window. If you don't see any apps here, it's because you have none that perform the selected service's function. If the apps and check boxes are greyed out, click on the padlock icon in the bottom, left corner of the window. Type in your password. Click Unlock. Click the red "x" button. Your app permission changes will be made!
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Click on the Apple icon. Click System Preferences. Click the "Security & Privacy" icon. Click Privacy. Click on a service in the left pane. Click the check box next to an app to add or remove the permission. Click the red "x" button.
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How to Feed a Cat Using Food Puzzles
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If you want to feed a cat with a food puzzle, start with a simple puzzle that's clear or has numerous openings, so your cat will experience success early on and continue showing interest in puzzle toys. Fill the puzzle with some dry food or treats, and place it in plain view for your cat to see. If your cat doesn't seem interested in it, try sprinkling food around the puzzle to attract its attention. Then, once your cat begins to show interest in food puzzles, increase the level of difficulty over time by offering puzzles that are opaque or have pieces that are challenging to move. You could also try hiding the puzzle toys themselves in new or unusual places to help prevent your cat from getting bored.
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Choose simple puzzles. In order to get your cat interested in food puzzles, it is important for them to experience success early on. Begin by using puzzles with low levels of difficulty. This may include: Clear, see-through puzzles Puzzles with numerous openings Fill puzzles with food. Place your cat's favorite dry food and/or treats in the puzzle, and place the puzzle in plain view. In the beginning, it is important for you to keep puzzles at least half full. This will make it easier for your cat to get the food out, and help them stay interested in the puzzles. Sprinkle food around the puzzle. To help spark your cat's interest in the puzzle, sprinkle a bit of dry food or treats around it. This will encourage your cat's curiosity, as well as providing a positive association between the puzzle and yummy food for your cat. Increase the level of difficulty over time. As your cat gets better and more proficient at operating food puzzles, you need to try new and more difficult puzzles to keep your cat interested. You might try: Puzzles with smaller holes Puzzles that are opaque Puzzle that don't roll as easily (like a cube-shaped toy) Mix other objects with food. Another way to increase the challenge and keep your cat engaged it to mix other objects—such as ping pong balls, little toy mice, or other cat toys—with the food in the puzzles. This way, your cat might not receive a snack every time they get something out of the toy. Hide puzzles in new locations. You can also make it more challenging for your cat by simply placing the puzzles in new locations! Put puzzles in places your cat needs to work to access, or new and usual places in your house. You might try placing them: On windowsills On low bookshelves Under furniture Place a small puzzle inside a larger one. If your cat has become a master forager, you can make it a challenging two-step process! Select a large cat puzzle that can fit a smaller one inside. That way when your cat successfully releases the first puzzle, they still have another step before they earn a treat. Create a box puzzle. Numerous household objects can be used to create food puzzles for your cat. Perhaps the most common puzzle to start with is a “box puzzle.” Find a cardboard box with a lid (a shoebox works great). Use a cup and/or small wooden block to trace shapes on the inside of the lid (These should be slightly larger than your cat's paws). Use an X-acto knife to cut out these shapes. Return the lid to the box and secure it with tape or glue. Place dry food and/or treats inside. Make a puzzle from a paper towel roll. Another DIY food puzzle option is to use a toilet paper or paper towel roll. These puzzles are small and easy to make, so you can place several around your house. Use an X-acto knife to cut holes in the tube a little larger than the food/treats. Seal the ends of the tube, but either (a) folding the ends in or (b) using packing tape. Fill the tube with food through the holes you created. Use a water bottle. You can create a DIY cat puzzle very simply using a plastic water bottle. The added benefit to using the water bottle is that it makes a funny sounds that cats seem to enjoy. Use an X-acto knife to cut holes in a plastic water bottle, just larger than the food/treats. Fill the bottle with food/treats. Tightly close the lid.
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Choose simple puzzles. Fill puzzles with food. Sprinkle food around the puzzle. Increase the level of difficulty over time. Mix other objects with food. Hide puzzles in new locations. Place a small puzzle inside a larger one. Create a box puzzle. Make a puzzle from a paper towel roll. Use a water bottle.
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How to Get on TV
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To get on TV, start by recording an audition tape that makes you look interesting and unique. For example, show off your quirks, such as an unusual talent or interest in an obscure hobby. However, make sure to be an interesting version of your real self, since you'll need to keep up this persona throughout the show. Then, submit your audition tape to a reality show or game show that you want to be on.
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Build your theatre resume and get headshots done. In order to walk into any audition big or small, you need a resume and headshots. This tells the casting team how much experience you have, what kind of experience you have, and what you look like. When they're going over hundreds of resumes, the headshot helps them remember what you look like. A theatre resume is very similar to a career resume or CV. Look up some examples online or read wikiHow's article on writing a theatre resume. As for headshots, they're pretty simple. If you have a friend who's a good photographer, you just need to get one good shot out of them. You only need one set of clothes and a plain backdrop. However, you can go the professional route and get a series taken, too. Start looking for local open auditions and casting calls. If you live in a big metropolitan area, there are probably casting calls and auditions held at least semi-regularly. Most areas have newsletters and websites dedicated to their city's specific listings, though large organizations, like Backstage.com offer postings country-wide. The best way to find these auditions, though? Talk to people you know. An “open audition” means anyone can come. This is good news because you don't have to sign up and it's often lower caliber competition, but there's more of it. They're generally cattle calls. If it's not an open audition, you'll need to sign up and get the audition in the first place, so work towards those well before the scheduled date. Find an agent. You could swamp yourself in casting calls and auditions, but why do that when you should spend time honing your craft or making actual money? Have someone do the paperwork side of things for you – an agent. That way auditions sort of land in your pocket – you just have to get the role. And a good agent is free. Do not pay them before you land any gigs. They only get money when you get money. If they demand it beforehand, it's a scam. Attend auditions. With an agent and a list of open auditions (or an audition with your name on it), all you can do now is attend. If you're auditioning to be an extra on a TV show, bring a bottle of water and some snacks – you could feel like number 1,000,000 having to wait all day. Once you're up, all you can do is be amazing. If you're auditioning for a more substantial role, it's going to likely be shorter and more intense. You'll read off of a few other people and you may know immediately what happened or you may be held in limbo for weeks. Hone your skills with acting classes, a dialect coach, etc. Now that you're a part of the business, it's wise to invest in yourself. Sign up for acting classes at a local community college or acting school, get a dialect coach, a vocal coach, and hone whatever skills you think your future characters may need. Language lessons wouldn't hurt, either. It's not a bad idea to take directing classes, stage classes, or get other training that isn't your perfect idea of a career, but is related. This way if you come across a project that needs this skill, you have it. Then you can sneak in that you're actually in actor. You'll meet people in different realms and beef up your network in ways you otherwise wouldn't be able to. Pick out what TV shows you want to be on. The number of reality TV shows out there seems to be growing like wildfire. Find a handful that intrigue you, or else you'll be spending weeks trying to figure out how and where to get on TV and get nothing else done. Which ones might be the easiest? Which ones the hardest? Which ones are in your area? Make a list of the shows you want to be on and prioritize them. The ones you really want to be on should be the ones you spend more time on. As you get further and further down the list, spend less and less time. Check out their casting calls. If you live in a big area, it's possible the show may come to you. Some TV shows tour the country they're based in looking for potential talent. Even if you don't live in that city, consider making a trip of it. It definitely sets the groundwork for a unique vacation. Make a calendar of all the casting calls you're considering. This way you have all your options splayed out in front of you in the order that they're going to happen. It'll help you know where to invest your time, too. Sign up for an audition. If you do find a casting call you want to attend, you'll probably have to sign up. They have a finite amount of slots and a finite amount of time to get through everyone, so you'll need to let them know you're coming. This assures that you get a spot, too. Some casting calls sign up the first, say, 5,000 people, and then everyone else is welcome to come, but not guaranteed they'll get seen. Don't be one of those people. You don't want to waste days of your life preparing for the audition and waiting in line and then not even having one. Alternatively, make an audition tape. Many TV shows rely on the Internet, too. If you don't want to wait around for the show to come to you (or if the show doesn't do that in the first place), make a tape and send it in. They'll review it and it could be as easy as that. Check out their policies online. Find the submission deadlines, length requirements, and any other stipulations you have to meet. Is there a specific name you can address the tape to? Make yourself interesting and unique. On the tape or in the audition, the most important thing to do to land a gig on reality TV is to make yourself interesting and unique. They're not going to cast someone who is forgettable. However, make sure that it's something you can keep up – too many people try to appear outlandish and it's just a bad act that everyone can see through. Try to be yourself, but emphasize your quirkier tendencies. You'll want to make yourself look attractive, too (at least, in most cases). Reality TV tends to have a penchant for the more good-looking of our species. Visit the websites of your favorite game shows. Game shows are constantly looking for contestants. Do a quick search online to see how each of your favorite game shows work. Should you send in a tape? Put your name into a lottery? Get an in-person audition? All the information you need should be available online. Take a look at their contestant requirements, too. You may need to be a certain age, not be related to anyone on the staff, live in a certain area, etc. It's best to know this now than to waste time later. Check out when they’re coming to your area. Some game shows travel the country like certain reality TV shows (think American Idol and American Ninja Warrior). They'll visit X amount of bigger cities looking for hopeful contestants. And they could be coming near you. For example, Wheel of Fortune has the "Wheelmobile." They also accept tape auditions, but they tour the country in a large yellow van with this catchy name. If they are coming near you, decide one way or the other how you want to audition. Sign up for an audition slot or make a tape. You may have two options in front of you: attending an actual audition or making a tape and sending it in. If you do want to go in person, you may have to sign up for a slot to reserve your time. Do this as soon as possible to be sure there's room for you. And as for the tape, send that in sooner rather than later, too. Show your stuff, making sure to emphasize how camera-friendly you are, how comfortable you are being in the spotlight, and something that makes you memorable. Make sure to meet their taped-audition guidelines, too. Prep yourself! Anyone about to go on Wheel of Fortune or Jeopardy (or any other game show) doesn't spend their free time before their audition on Facebook and playing Candy Crush. They're doing word puzzles and trivia games. They're honing their skills so they don't wind up looking like a doofus. And that's what you should be doing too, whether you're in a stage one audition or you've made it all the way to the finals. Watch old reruns of the show, too, to get in the zone. You'll get used to all the potential formats and you may even run into similar (or the same) questions. Immerse yourself in it as much as possible so you stay comfortable when the time rolls around. Rock the in-person audition. Once you're signed up and in the room (or they liked your tape and called you in), nervously drinking the bottle of water you've been handed, all you can do is rock it. Be friendly to the judges and other contestants, ask questions, and come off as a lively, intrigued, interesting human being. The rest is just up to the questions and tasks you get presented. Most auditions have rounds. They'll cut people round by round and you'll know exactly who they're cutting. The great part about game shows is that there isn't much waiting. If you make it, you'll likely know it. Get called to be on the show. If you make it through all the rounds, you'll likely get put into a pool of eventual contestants. It could take you two weeks to get called, it could take you six months to get called. It's just a matter of pairing people up and filling up the oncoming weeks of airtime. Be patient! The call is coming. They'll likely give you advanced notice, too, so don't fret about getting it off work or not being ready to make the trip. And if you can't make the date, they'll probably be flexible. They need viable contestants and you've proved yourself – unless you prove to be difficult to work with, they'll try their best to accommodate you. Put your name on something. Whether it's a product or an article, get your name out there and attach it to something. When this thing of yours gets brought up in conversation, your name comes along with it. This is going to be your platform for getting on the news. Who else would they interview but you? Think about what you already are working on. It could be your business, it could be a hobby, it could be an event you're organizing, it could be anything. It just needs to be something you're competent in and that is truly yours. Be a local expert. Not busy writing or inventing? Then all you need to be is knowledgeable and known. When you're the it-guy or girl, it's natural that you'd be consulted when your area of expertise hits the spotlight. If you develop a reputation in your area, it could be a matter of time before you also become a consultant. Just be sure that those in your community ''know'' you're the one to come to. Network yourself. Get involved. Make yourself dependable, reliable, and effective. Meet as many people as you can. You may run into someone who thinks you'd made a good story. Get the word out there. If you have a business proposition, idea, or event you're running, start spreading the word. If it's an article, put it all over social media. If it's a business, start marketing. If it's an event, put up flyers all over your area and on the Internet. Generate a buzz. Let's say you're a strawberry farmer, something that you wouldn't normally equate with the news. This year, your strawberries are 5 times the size they normally are. What do you do? You start posting pictures on the Internet, hanging up flyers, making signs for your giant strawberries, giving free samples, and creating a phenomenon for yourself. Even something simple can become interesting. Contact local media outlets. If they don't come to you, you may have to come to them. Contact your local newspapers, radio stations, and TV news stations about your potential news story. If they like it, they'll bite. They're always looking for stories to fill the time (or space), and if it's good, they've no reason to turn it down. Visit their websites for contact information. Try to find the right person in the right department you can talk to. For example, if you're selling giant strawberries, contact the person who deals with "Home & Garden" or "Local Business." The more streamlined you can make the process, the better. Have something to say. Once you do nab the spotlight, make sure you actually have something to say. No one just wants to get on TV – they want to get on TV and be interesting. So prep yourself with what makes your story a good news story. What angle would suit you best? If you were selling giant strawberries, get ready to talk about why they're giant. How you made them giant, if you knew their potential size, how this year is different than last, your competitors and their produce, etc. Do your research into your own work. This way you can be prepared for any question that comes your way. Be sure to market yourself, too. Getting on the news gets your name out there and could help you make more contacts. Have business cards ready, phone numbers, emails, and whatever else you need to be reached by others in the future.
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Build your theatre resume and get headshots done. Start looking for local open auditions and casting calls. Find an agent. Attend auditions. Hone your skills with acting classes, a dialect coach, etc. Pick out what TV shows you want to be on. Check out their casting calls. Sign up for an audition. Alternatively, make an audition tape. Make yourself interesting and unique. Visit the websites of your favorite game shows. Check out when they’re coming to your area. Sign up for an audition slot or make a tape. Prep yourself! Rock the in-person audition. Get called to be on the show. Put your name on something. Be a local expert. Get the word out there. Contact local media outlets. Have something to say.
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How to Separate an Egg
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To separate an egg by hand, crack the egg into a bowl, taking care not to break the yolk. If any shells fall into the bowl, use your fingers to remove it. Gently lift the yolk out with your cupped hand and allow the whites to drip through your fingers back into the bowl, using your other hand to help loosen the egg whites if you need to. Place the yolk in a second bowl when all of the white is removed.
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Wash your hands thoroughly. Scrub your hands with hot, running water and unscented soap, then rinse them off. Besides washing away dirt, this will remove skin oils that can prevent whites from fluffing. Chill the eggs (optional). Cold yolks are less likely to break than warm ones, and easier to separate from the white. If you store your eggs in the fridge, separate them right after taking them out. If you store them at room temperature, you can put them in the fridge half an hour before you cook — though it's not a big deal if you forget. Most recipes call for whites or yolks at room temperature. You can warm chilled, separated egg by placing the bowls of yolks and whites in a pan of warm water (not hot) for 5–10 minutes. Set up three bowls. If you're only separating a couple eggs, you only need two bowls. But if you're separating many eggs, get another bowl to crack the whole egg into. This way, if you break the yolk, you've only lost one egg instead of ruining a whole bowl of whites. The faster method is to crack all the eggs into one bowl and lift out the yolks one by one. It's best to leave this until you've had some practice, since one broken yolk will ruin all your whites. Crack the egg. Crack the egg carefully into the first bowl, taking care not to break the yolk. If you can, you can crack the egg gently, then drop it right into your cupped palm instead — or even crack it in one hand. If you have trouble with shell fragments in your egg, try cracking it against a flat countertop instead of the edge of the bowl. If a bit of shell falls into your egg, pick it out with your fingers, without breaking the yolk. It's easier to get it out with half of the shell, but that increases the risk of salmonella contamination. Let the whites drip through your fingers. Reach into the bowl and cup a yolk, lifting it up. Move your hand over to the second bowl and separate your fingers slightly, letting the whites drip through. Use your other hand to gently pull down thick strands of white if it doesn't fall on its own. If there is still white attached to the yolk, pass it back and forth between your hands until most of the white has dripped into the bowl below. Drop the yolk into the last bowl. Move the yolk over to the last bowl and drop it in gently. Repeat the process with all your other eggs. It typically doesn't matter if the yolks have a little bit of white stuck to the them. As long as the bowl of egg whites is 100% free of yolk, you're fine. Understand the risks. Many health experts in the US and Australia recommend avoiding this method, since harmful bacteria on the shell could get in contact with the egg. The risk of contamination is much lower in the EU, which has a very effective anti-salmonella program. If you're concerned about the risk, use one of the other methods instead. Cooking yolks or whites until firm makes them much safer. If you plan to serve the eggs runny or raw, consider another separation method. Chill the eggs (optional). Room temperature eggs have runnier whites, which can make this method messy and difficult. Work with eggs straight from the fridge instead. Imagine a line going around the "fattest" part of the egg. This is where you want to make the cleanest crack you can manage. The key with this method is to crack the egg evenly, so you can easily transfer the yolk between the two halves. Start the crack on the egg. Tap the center of the egg gently against a hard object, so a crack forms across about half of the egg. The edge of a bowl is a good surface for getting two equal halves. The edge can also break off shell fragments into your white, though, so a flat counter might be better if your eggs have thin shells. Carefully break apart the shell. Hold the egg over a bowl in both hands with the crack facing upward and the wide end tilted down. Slowly pull apart the two halves with your thumbs, until the egg breaks into two halves. Because the egg is tilted, the yolk should fall into the lower half. Transfer the yolk from shell to shell. "Pour" the intact yolk back and forth between the two halves of the shell. Repeat this about three times, while the white drips over the side of the shell and into the bowl below. Drop the yolk in another bowl. Drop the yolk in another bowl once there are only tiny bits of white stuck to it. If you have more eggs to separate, consider using a third bowl, so a messy crack doesn't drop shell shards or broken yolk into your whites. Separate each egg over this third bowl, then empty the bowl into the other whites bowl before you move on to the next. Carefully crack the egg onto a shallow bowl. Start with one at a time, so a broken yolk doesn't ruin your whole plate. Keep a second bowl on the side for the yolks. Squeeze some of the air from a clean plastic bottle. Hold the bottle in this partially crumpled position. Pick up the yolk. Place the mouth of the bottle on top of the egg yolk, and slowly release your grip. The air pressure will push the yolk into the bottle. This might take some practice; releasing too much or too quickly will pull up some of the egg whites as well. Transfer the yolk to the other bowl. Carefully keep the bottle compressed so the yolk stays inside the bottle. Move the bottle over to the other bowl and let go to drop in the yolk. Tilting the bottle a little may help. Crack the egg into a funnel. Put the funnel into the mouth of a bottle, or have a friend hold the funnel over a bowl. Crack the egg into the funnel. The whites should pass through the small opening while the egg yolk remains in the funnel. If the whites get stuck over the yolk, tilt the funnel so they can pass through. This might not work well for fresh eggs, which have thick ropy sections of white. Use a turkey baster bulb. Unscrew the bulb from the baster handle, and you have a suction device the right size for grabbing yolks. Crack the egg onto a plate, then squeeze and let go to pull the yolk up into the baster. Crack the egg onto a slotted spoon. Shake the spoon gently side to side, then up and down, and the whites should dribble through the slots. Buy an egg separator. You can buy a specialized tool for separating eggs from online stores, or from some kitchen supply stores. These come in two main types: A small plastic cup surrounded by slots. Crack the egg into the cup, and rotate the separator so the egg whites fall through the slots. A small suction device. Crack the egg onto a plate, squeeze the suction device, put it over the yolk, and release to suck up the yolk. Finished.
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Wash your hands thoroughly. Chill the eggs (optional). Set up three bowls. Crack the egg. Let the whites drip through your fingers. Drop the yolk into the last bowl. Understand the risks. Chill the eggs (optional). Imagine a line going around the "fattest" part of the egg. Start the crack on the egg. Carefully break apart the shell. Transfer the yolk from shell to shell. Drop the yolk in another bowl. Carefully crack the egg onto a shallow bowl. Squeeze some of the air from a clean plastic bottle. Pick up the yolk. Transfer the yolk to the other bowl. Crack the egg into a funnel. Use a turkey baster bulb. Crack the egg onto a slotted spoon. Buy an egg separator. Finished.
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How to Create a Habitat for a Leopard Gecko
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To create a habitat for a leopard gecko, start by getting a 10-gallon aquarium or terrarium if you have a baby gecko, or one that's 20 gallons if your gecko is an adult. Then, set up an under-tank heater to warm about 1/3 of the bottom of the tank, so your gecko can regulate its temperature by moving from the warm side to the cool side. After that, put down tiles and flat stones from your local pet store or use newspapers as flooring and bedding. You should also add plants, rocks, and logs to provide places for your gecko to play and hide.
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Use a long and wide aquarium, terrarium, or vivarium. A vivarium is a wooden tank with a glass front, which will help to keep your electricity bills down. Leopard geckos are ground animals, so they will rarely climb, but you should use a glass tank so the leopard cannot climb up the walls of the tank. You should not use a wire or mesh cage for your gecko, as wire cages will not hold heat very well, are easy for your gecko to escape from, and your gecko can get injured if his foot or toe gets caught in the wire. Provide your gecko with plenty of space. Leopard geckos are not very active lizards, but they should be given a good amount of room to move around. However, avoid getting a tank that is too large for young geckos, as a tank that is too large can make it difficult for your gecko to find the heat source in the tank and hide. Adults have no size limit, but larger tanks must include plenty of hides. The recommended sizes are 20 gallons (75.7 L) for one adult leopard gecko and 10 gallons (37.9 L) for one baby leopard gecko. A single adult Leopard gecko will need a 10 gallon tank (20 gallons would be better), two geckos will need a 15–20 gallon (56.8–75.7 L) tank and three geckos will need a 20–30 gallon (75.7–114 L) tank. Up to three Leopard geckos can be kept in the same cage, though they should be of a similar size and males should be kept alone. Only females who are similar in size can be housed together, and even then they may fight. Keep an extra tank incase they fight. Cover your tank with a lid made of wire or mesh. Though your gecko will not be able to climb the glass walls of his tank, you should always cover your tank with a wire or mesh lid to keep out insects, other pets, or children. You can use a sliding door at the front instead, which will work better with taming. Avoid plastic, glass, or any other lid of solid materials. Solid lids can cause the temperature of the tank to rise to unsafe levels for your gecko. Maintain a temperature gradient in the tank. You should set up a warm side and cool side of the tank so your gecko can regulate his temperature by moving from warm to cool. Use a thermometer to make sure the temp. is correct for your gecko. The best thermometers to use is a digital one with a probe or a temperature gun. Use an under-tank heater on the bottom of the warm side. It should be a third of the area of the bottom. A lamp should only be used if the heat mat doesn't have enough heat alone. Leopard geckos are not basking lizards and get their heat from their belly to help them to digest food. Basking rocks should never be used. A UVB light because these geckos are crepuscular (active during dawn and dusk). However, UV can be beneficial as leis cannot overdose on d3 they get from it. It can take the place if a d3 supplement. A light is only needed if there's no window or other light sources in the room. In the daytime, the cool side should have an ambient temperature of 80 °F (27 °C) and the warm side should be about 90 °F (32 °C). In the nighttime, the temperature should be around 80 °F (27 °C) on both sides of the tank. Use dry Eco earth or textured tile as a substrate in the tank. Substrate is the bedding or flooring in your gecko's tank that he walks on. Never use sand at all. The natural habitat of these geckos has stone and hard packed dirt. Sand can lead to impaction. Tiles and flat stones are cheap, conduct heat well, are nice to look at, easy to clean, and do not pose a health risk to your gecko. A thin layer of sand or Eco Earth should be under and between the tiles. The tile must be textured so the Leo has no trouble walking on it. Can get tiles and flat stones from your local pet store. This substrate is also permanent. You can also use newspaper, butcher paper, or shelf lining as substrate in the tank. A paper-based substrate is easy to maintain and easy to replace. This will make cleaning the tank very quick, as you often need to only replace the paper substrate. However, insects can get underneath it. Some owners and vets recommend using reptile carpet, which is specially designed for reptile tanks. It looks nice in the tank and does not pose a health risk to your gecko. You can find it at your local pet store. The claws and teeth of your gecko may get caught, though. Insects can get underneath this as well. Create a warm hide and a cool hide for your gecko. Your gecko's hide is a key part of his living environment. He will use his hide to shelter himself from light, heat and anything that frightens him, like other pets or people close to his tank. The hide should be long enough for your gecko to fit in comfortably. You can make your own hides with Tupperware containers, or purchase hides that resemble natural rock sources from your local pet store. Try to have a warm and a cool hide in the tank for maximum comfort. Hides that go up against the side of the tank aren't recommended, as they defeat the purpose and don't hide your gecko. Place the warm hide on the warm side of the tank. Your gecko will use this hide to digest his food and warm up when he feels cold. Place the cool hide on the cool side of the tank. Your gecko will use this hide to regulate his body temperature when he feels too hot and needs to cool down. Make a warm, moist hide for your gecko. A moist hide will help your leopard maintain a balanced body temperature and enjoy a higher humidity in his tank. This is also for shedding. Line this with moist paper towel, Eco earth, or sphagnum moss. You can make a moist retreat out of a small plastic container that is sandwich sized. You will need to mist the husk or moss daily with a spray bottle of water so it remains moist, but not wet. You can also buy pre-made moist retreats at your local pet store. Place a food and water bowl in the tank. Look for a combined food and water bowl made for Leopard geckos at your local pet store. The food bowl is only needed if you will use mealworms as a regular diet. Refill the water bowl whenever the water gets low or dirty. Use bottled water, tap water left out for 24 hours, water treated with reptisafe (found in pet stores) or any filtered water. Do not get a water bowl that is too deep, as your gecko could have difficulty accessing the water in a deep water bowl and it can pose a drowning hazard. Make sure the water bowl is big enough for your gecko to bathe in. Add plants and/or rocks or logs. You can use live or artificial plants in the tank to give your gecko extra security and spots to hide himself. You can use these to keep your gecko from getting bored. However, if you use live plants, make sure they are non-toxic and safe for leopard geckos. Live plants may look more appealing but they require more upkeep and can increase the humidity levels of the tank. You can also add rocks or small sticks and logs in the tank to give your gecko spots to perch or climb on. Always clean any rocks or sticks to remove dirt and bacteria before putting them in the tank. You should also smooth any sharp corners or sides on the rock so your gecko does not injure himself. You should also strip the sticks of their bark to get rid of any bacteria or parasites. You can place the sticks or wood in the oven on low heat for 20-30 minutes to kill any parasites on them before putting them in your gecko's tank. You may want to put paper towel in the washroom corner and if you do change it whenever it is used.
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Use a long and wide aquarium, terrarium, or vivarium. Provide your gecko with plenty of space. Cover your tank with a lid made of wire or mesh. Maintain a temperature gradient in the tank. Use dry Eco earth or textured tile as a substrate in the tank. Create a warm hide and a cool hide for your gecko. Make a warm, moist hide for your gecko. Place a food and water bowl in the tank. Add plants and/or rocks or logs.
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How to Metal Detect
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If you'd like to try metal detecting as a hobby, start by finding a location with a lot of foot-traffic, like a beach or playground, to give you the best chances of finding something. Once you've found a good spot, walk with the detector 2 feet in front of you, sweeping it back and forth in a half circle as you go. Make sure to move slowly and avoid letting the detector actually touch the ground. If you hear a beep, stop and move the detector in small circles over the area to find an item's exact location. Then, use a trowel to dig into the ground and find your item.
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Purchase a metal detector. There are hundreds of models out there, but you don't need to most expensive one to begin with. While shopping, there are only a few features to consider, depending on your needs and engagement with the hobby. Some things to think about include: Your level of interest. There are many great, all-purpose finders good for most explorers. There are also deep-seeking detectors that allow the intrepid explorer to dig for serious treasures. All-purpose: Bounty Hunter Pioneer 505, Garrett Ace 250, White's Coinmasters, Minelab's X-Terra Series Deep-seeking: Nokta FORS CoRe Pro, Minelab's GPX 5000, OKM Black Hawk, Nokta Golden King Do you plan on beach-combing? Make sure that your metal detector is waterproof. Do you plan on looking up gold flakes and bits? You'll need a high-frequency, extra-sensitive detector like the Nokta FORS GOLD, Garrett's AT Gold or Fisher's Gold,Bugs. Round up some basic scavenging supplies. Your metal detector is only part of the equation. You'll need a bit more gear, including: Headphones: A big set of over-ear headphones are best, but anything will do. The metal-detector will beep when it comes across metal, sending sound through the headphones. Gloves: You'll be digging into the ground, sorting through dirt and metal, and be down on the ground a lot. Gloves will keep your hands safe and comfortable. Trowel: You'll need something to dig with, so get a nice trowel, at least 8-10" or longer. Pinpointer (Optional): This is a small, more precise metal detector, usually sold for $20-30. It can help find the object after the metal detector has found a patch of dirt with something in it. Find a good location to metal detect in. Places with high foot-traffic (beaches, parks, playgrounds), fields, and backyards are all great places to start looking. Once you're used to wielding your detector old ruins, houses, and abandoned areas will turn into treasure troves. Some other great spots include: Under ski lifts Churchyards Sand, dirt or grassy parking areas Recreational vehicle parks and campsites. Around resort areas. Get to know your metal detector's settings. All detectors are different, and reading the manual is key to getting the most out of yours. That said, there are some basic features you should know whether you read the manual or not: Discrimination: Allows you to choose what kind of targets you want. For example, if you only want coins, you can set it to ignore iron objects. Useful in heavy trash areas or if you're searching for specific things. Sensitivity: Allows you to choose how precise the detector will be. This, again, helps you hone in: if there are pipes nearby and the detector won't stop beeping, lowering the sensitivity will help you find the good stuff. Detection Mode: This allows you to filter out certain objects, like coins, to make detection more precise. Ground Balance: Allows you to account for common minerals. If, for example, you keep getting pings on "iron" but find nothing, you can "balance out" the iron in the ground so that the machine doesn't beep for low levels of iron. Cover the ground effectively by sweeping the detector in an arc in front of you. As you walk, keep the detector roughly two feet in front of you. As you walk, sweep it back and forth in a half circle in front of you, roughly a foot to each side. Walk in a straight line so you don't re-test ground when you turn around. You want to go "low and slow," and never touch the ground. Walk about half the speed as usual. The detector should be roughly 6" or less above the ground. Move the detector in small circles to determine the precise location of an object after a beep. Stop immediately if you hear a beep. Slowly use the detector to find out exactly the spot it beeped at. If you can, increase the sensitivity on the metal detector as you get closer. Move the detector slowly back and forth, then up and down as you find the exact spot where the metal resides. Many metal detectors even have breakdowns of metal type or potentially coin worth. Work slowly, reading the face of the metal detector as you learn how to use it. Cut out any objects in a "plug. " Your metal detector should tell you how deep the object is, and many trowels have rulers attached to the blade letting you know how deep you're digging. Cut a circular plug roughly 6" in diameter around the spot the metal detector picked up, then pull out the whole cylinder of dirt. Use a pin-pointer to determine if the metal is in the plug or the ground. If you don't have a pinpointer, place the plug of earth right under your metal detector. This can help you determine if your object is in the plug or the surrounding dirt. Gently sift through the plug, starting from the bottom, to find the metal. You want to preserve the dirt and any roots as much as possible. Use gloved fingers to feel through the plug until your find your object. Rescan the hole after finding the first object. It takes two seconds, but most people leave after digging out the first quarter. Your detector will ping the same amount if there is one piece of metal or five, so always rescan once you've dug a hole. Stuff tends to congregate together, so chances are good there will be something else. Replace the plug into the earth to leave the site as you found it. No one wants to see a pockmarked, dug up park. The reason you dig in a plug is so that you can easily return the earth to the ground, allowing it to quickly recover. Once you replace the plug, push it firmly back into the ground to help set it. Overlap your lines by a foot or so as you explore. Walk a long, straight line on your first pass. If you don't find anything, move over 1-2 feet and walk back to the right or left of your first line. Overlapping a bit allows the detector to pick up things it might miss on the fringe of your path. You'll be making a giant zig-zag pattern across your search area. If you're feeling casual, just walking with the detector will work fine. But for a thorough, systematic search you'll need to stick to straight lines. Hunt out heavily trafficked areas in each site. There are some places where you are almost guaranteed to find more metal, because people tend to drop more things of all sorts. After you've done an efficient, full sweep of the open ground, try out: The edges of pathways and trails Under bleachers or hedges Areas in front of food stands, vending machines, etc. The perimeter of bandstands and gazebos.
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Purchase a metal detector. Round up some basic scavenging supplies. Find a good location to metal detect in. Get to know your metal detector's settings. Cover the ground effectively by sweeping the detector in an arc in front of you. Move the detector in small circles to determine the precise location of an object after a beep. Cut out any objects in a "plug. Use a pin-pointer to determine if the metal is in the plug or the ground. Gently sift through the plug, starting from the bottom, to find the metal. Rescan the hole after finding the first object. Replace the plug into the earth to leave the site as you found it. Overlap your lines by a foot or so as you explore. Hunt out heavily trafficked areas in each site.
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How to Pick a Puppy from a Litter
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To pick a puppy from a litter, start by finding a reputable breeder instead of going to a pet store, since pet stores don't give you the opportunity to see how the puppies interact with the rest of their litter. Next, interact with the puppies one by one and look for a good natured puppy that is active and playful, but not too shy or overly aggressive. Then, check that the puppy has clear eyes and ears, a shiny coat, and a round build, which are indications of good health.
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Try to buy a puppy from a breeder instead of a pet store. While it may be tempting to scoop up the adorable pup in a pet store window, buying a pup this way can be risky. Most pet store puppies are on their own in a small glass cage. So you won't get the opportunity to see how the pup interacts with his litter mates. This will make it difficult to assess the pup's personality and demeanor. Most puppies at pet stores have been weaned too early, so they never get the chance to learn how to act from their mother or their litter mates. A pup that is weaned at five or six weeks and shipped to a pet store will have had no guidance from their mother or from a reputable breeder. Without this guidance, there's a good chance the pup will become fearful or aggressive, rather than a man's best friend. You should also know that puppies sold in pet shops were born most of the time in puppy mills (the adult dogs stay in cages all their lives !) and in awful conditions. Do not buy those puppies if you want to put an end to such horrible practices. Set up a visiting time with the breeder right after the pups have been born. You don't want to pick puppies from a litter where the first half of the litter have already been sold. The best pups usually sell first, so try to set up a visit with the breeder right after the litter has been born. Though the breeder likely won't have you visit the pups until they are 7-8 weeks old, its best to be at the top of the visiting list. Bring the most practical member of the family with you or a friend you trust. It helps to have someone evaluate the pups with you, as it is a big life decision. Before the pups are born, keep in contact with the breeder. The breeder should then keep in touch to let you know how the mother is doing and when she expects the litter to be born. Do not buy puppies from a bitch’s first litter. Ask the breeder which litter this is for the bitch, or mother of the pups. Ideally, you want to buy a pup from the bitch's third litter by the same stud (or dad). This will ensure the mother has produced healthy pups before with the same father. The mother of the pup will have a big impact on your pup's health and personality. A poor bitch will likely produce a weak litter, even with a strong sire, or father. So its important to spend time with the mother of the pups before the litter is born and talk to the breeder about the health of the mother dog. Discuss the health of the litter with the breeder. A good breeder will be knowledgeable about the general health and demeanor of the litter. The breeder should be confident about the health of the mother pup. They should also allow you to interact with both the mother pup and the litter during your visit. If you seek out a reputable breeder and spend time at their facility, you should now have a pretty good rapport with the breeder. So you can count on her to help you narrow down your choices in the litter. The breeder has watched the puppies grow. So she will know which pups are dominant or more of a handful, and which ones are shy or mischievous. During your visit, don't be afraid to ask for the breeder's opinion about the litter. But, make sure you also do your own checks on the puppies to confirm their health and personality. Observe the litter as a whole. Notice how the pups interact with each other. While you want an active, playful pup, you also want to avoid a pup that is dominant with his littermates or shy with his littermates. Make sure the puppies are friendly, curious, and trusting around their litter mates and around you. They should crowd at your feet, tug your shoelaces, crawl into your lap, and stare at you. They may even start playing with you and/or begin wrestling with each other. If there are four puppies and three of them run away or bark suspiciously at you, you may not find the right pup for you in this litter. The fourth puppy, though not aggressive or fearful, may be too shy. Shyness and distrust could be in the pup's genes, and this could lead to an anti-social personality when the pup becomes an adult. Don't let the breeder laugh off the puppies' shy or aggressive personalities. If the puppies appear too aggressive or too shy, this may be a sign the breeder has not done a great job of breeding them. The breeder should have socialized the puppies so they are comfortable around people. Avoid buying the largest or smallest puppy in the litter. Instead, look at the litter size -- generally, the more puppies in the litter, the healthier they will be. Identify which puppy personality type is right for you. Consider the personality type you are looking for in your new dog. Are you and your family interested in an eager to please pup or a more independent pup? Discuss the personality types in the litter with the breeder. There are several personality types for puppies, including: The Bully: the bully pup may seem very social and interactive at first. But notice if she steals toys from other puppies or plays rough. She may also try to scale the enclosure or climb on the backs of her litter mates. These are signs of determination, smarts, and will power, but the bully personality may not fit your home life. You will need to have lots of time to challenge and take care of this puppy. So if you have other demands on your time or a lot of stress in your home life, the bully pup may not be for you or your family. The Rebel: this type of pup is quick-thinking, fun-loving, and engaging. They may be playful and energetic like a bully pup, but more sensitive and less aggressive. Rebel pups will be personable, without being headstrong. So they are a good match for an active owner or a family with older children. The Independent Thinker: this type of pup is interactive and playful, but also happy sitting or playing with a toy on their own. These pups are a good match for a home that is stable and calm, possibly with older owners or no children. The Eager to Please: the eager to please pup may seem obvious. After all, who doesn't want an eager and excited pup ? But you will need to be a direct and firm owner with eager to please pups. Lots of training and reinforcement will be needed for this personality type. But with good training and discipline, an eager to please pup can show you full cooperation. These pups are great companions for a family. The Relaxed pup: this personality type may be less intelligent than their siblings, but they will balance play, interaction and sleep well. They will also be a great fit for relaxed, easy going owners. Go for a relaxed pup if their personality fits their breed and you are looking to complement a home environment with young kids. The Timid pup: also known as the shy pup, these guys are not born with a strong sense of self. So they may creep on their bellies towards you or arch their back in total submission. You may be sucked in by the sweet, timid nature of these pups. But a timid pup will need a lot of time and patience to foster their self-esteem and get them comfortable around others. They are more suitable for single owners with lots of time for training and attention, rather than a family with children. Keep in mind the breed of the dog will often affect their personality traits and type. Discuss the pups' personalities with the breeder to get a better sense of how their breed corresponds with their personality. Watch individual pups in the litter. Focus on finding a pup that isn't too energetic but isn't too shy. While you may have a certain personality type in mind, most families do best with a pup who is neither too bossy or too submissive. Look for a good-natured, middle of the road pup who doesn't growl or bite. You want a confident pup who struts up to you and your family with their ears held high and their tail wagging with excitement. Don't try to convince yourself you can bring a shy puppy out of his shell. If shyness if hardwired into his genes, a shy pup will grow into a shy adult. A shy adult dog may be difficult to live with and may even snap at you when he is startled or uncomfortable. Interact with the pups one by one. Once you've narrowed your search down to a few pups you like, ask the breeder if you can interact with them one by one. Pick up each puppy, hug and cradle him. If he reacts by squealing and wiggling, this is not a good sign. You may have behavioral issues with a pup who is squeamish or shy about being picked up. But a small struggle at first, followed by quickly settling down and looking at you is a better sign. One good trick is to pick up the puppy. If it immediately rolls over, that is a great sign. Touch the puppies on the paws, mouth, and ears to gauge their reaction. A puppy who has been handled from an early age won't mind you touching them in these areas. Sit or kneel on the ground and call the puppy to you. Snap your fingers or pat the ground to get the puppy's attention. If he comes to you quickly, he may have a strong attachment to people. Do a once over visual check of each puppy. They should be nice and round, not fat, and definitely not skinny. Even a thin breed like Greyhounds and Whippets are little round pups until they are about four months of age. Check the pups’ eyes, ears, gums, teeth, and rear end. A healthy puppy should have clear, bright eyes with no crust or discharge. They should also have clean ears and clean gums and teeth. The pups should also have bright shiny coats and no sign of dirt or debris on their bodies or around their rear ends. There should be no pus or feces around their genital area. Conduct a hearing and a vision test. Once you have narrowed down your search to one or two pups you like, run two tests on them to make sure their hearing and vision are sound. To run a hearing test, clap your hands behind the pup's head to ensure they react. Or stamp your feet behind them or drop a set of keys near them. Keep in mind it is difficult to pick a deaf puppy out of a pen that is crowded with other dogs. So try to run this test when the pup is on their own or away from the litter. To run a vision test, roll a ball within the pup's field and vision and notice if he reacts to it by approaching it and playing with it. Notice the pups’ breathing and gait. A healthy pup will breathe quietly, without coughing or sneezing a lot. There should also be no crust or discharge around the pup's nostrils. It's also important to check that the pup walks and runs normally without limping or seeming stiff or sore. This will ensure they do not have any hip or joint issues that could develop into something worse when they grow into adulthood. Test the pup’s jaw control. Do this by allowing the puppy to mouth your hands. When the puppy works his way to a forceful nip, respond with a high-pitched “Ouch!” Then, observe the puppy's reaction. If the pup is excited, you may need to repeat this test. Notice if he catches on to your pain response and reacts with fear or concern, rather than excitement. Don't be too concerned if the pup notes your reaction, stops nipping for a moment, and then returns to chomping on your fingers. This is a normal reaction for a pup. Pups who respond appropriately to people and dogs when they display pain are more likely to develop into adult dogs with good control over their jaws. Good jaw control means your dog can get into play fights with another dog without causing injury. This also makes them gentler when taking food from people's hands or when playing with people. Puppy who react to your pain will also be more obedient to you as their owner. Take your new pup to the vet a few days after you bring them home. Bring a copy of the pup's vaccination and worming record, as well as any other medical records for the pup. The breeder should provide these for you before you buy the pup. Talk to the vet about puppy care and maintenance. Plan on keeping your new pup at home, except for short visits, until he is 12-16 weeks old. Puppies get their immunity to disease from their mothers, but as the pup grows, there is a gap in immunity until he gets all this shots and vaccines. So keep your puppy healthy by limiting his exposure to short trips to the vet until he reaches 16 weeks old.
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Try to buy a puppy from a breeder instead of a pet store. Set up a visiting time with the breeder right after the pups have been born. Do not buy puppies from a bitch’s first litter. Discuss the health of the litter with the breeder. Observe the litter as a whole. Identify which puppy personality type is right for you. Watch individual pups in the litter. Interact with the pups one by one. Do a once over visual check of each puppy. Check the pups’ eyes, ears, gums, teeth, and rear end. Conduct a hearing and a vision test. Notice the pups’ breathing and gait. Test the pup’s jaw control. Take your new pup to the vet a few days after you bring them home. Plan on keeping your new pup at home, except for short visits, until he is 12-16 weeks old.
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How to Handle a Dog Attack
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Being attacked by a dog can be really scary, but if you stay calm and avoid sudden movements, the dog should lose interest in you. If an aggressive dog approaches you, never run away or make loud noises. This can scare it or make it chase you. Instead, stand still with your hands open by your sides and look away from the dog. If it starts biting or attacking you, yell “Back” or “Stop.” If it keeps attacking you, try to hit or kick it in the face to stun it. You can also use your weight to your advantage by digging your knee or elbow into its throat or ribs. If you fall on the ground, roll onto your stomach and bring your knees into your chest to protect your vital organs. When the dog loses interest in you, slowly and calmly back away from the area until you're safe.
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Do not panic. There's some truth to the old adage that dogs and other animals can "sense fear". If you become agitated and run or scream, you may make the dog feel more confident in his attack, or, worse, you may appear threatening to the dog. Neither of these is a good situation to be in. Make yourself rigid and motionless. When a dog approaches, stand completely still with your hands at your sides, like a tree, and avert your eyes. In many cases the dog will lose interest and walk away if you ignore him. Do not wave your arms around or kick with your legs; the dog may perceive these actions as threatening. Don't make eye contact, since that could also cause the dog to lunge. Stand sideways to the dog and keep him in your peripheral vision instead of facing him and making eye contact. This will signal to the dog that you are not a threat. Don't open your hands and arms up to a bite by extending them. Keep your fingers curled into fists to avoid getting them bitten. The dog may come quite close, even sniffing you, without actually biting. Do not try to run away. Running away can awaken the dog's prey instinct to chase and catch animals. He may pursue you vigorously even if his initial intent was just playful. Additionally, you won't be able to outrun most dogs if you're on foot. Even if you are on a bicycle, many dogs will be able to catch up to you. Distract the dog with another object. If the dog continues to threaten you, offer him something to chew on, such as your backpack or water bottle: anything but your arm or leg. This may distract him enough to give you time to escape. You may want to carry treats or toys when traveling in areas known to be home to dangerous dogs. If approached by an angry dog, throw your treats or toy away from you. The dog may go after these instead of you. Face the dog and command, "back away. " If the dog continues to behave aggressively, and ignoring or pacifying him is no longer working, face him and sternly command him to leave. Use a strong, deep, and confident commanding voice. Continue to avoid making eye contact. The dog may become discouraged or intimidated and leave. Fight back against an attacking dog. If the dog starts biting you, you've got to defend yourself. Hit or kick the dog in the throat, nose, and the back of the head. This will stun the dog and give you time to get away. It's okay to raise your voice at this point. Yell for help as you're fighting back. Hopefully others will hear and come to your aid. However, avoid screaming as this may lead the dog to strengthen his attack. If you have a stick or another weapon, you can (and should) use it to hit the dog. Don't hit him over the top of the head, though; most dogs have very thick skulls, so this will only serve to make the dog angrier. If available, mace or pepper spray also work as a good defense against an attacking dog. Fight as though your life depends on it, because it does. Dog attacks can be fatal. While you certainly don't want to hurt a dog unnecessarily, you should use force as necessary if you are being seriously attacked. Use your weight to your advantage. Bring your entire body weight to bear on the animal, specifically pushing down with the hard points of your knees or elbows. Dogs are vicious biters but cannot wrestle, so try to get an advantageous position and break their bones fairly quickly. Get on top of the animal and concentrate force on areas such as the throat or ribs while minding to keep your face out of clawing/biting range. If you are looking for a more humane solution and can manage it, straddle the back of the dog with your partial body weight and apply forward pressure to the back of the neck to immobilize the dog until help comes. Protect your face, chest, and throat. If you fall to the ground during the attack, not only is it more difficult to fight off the angry dog, but vital areas on your torso, head, and neck become more vulnerable to attack. These are the most important spots on your body to protect because bites in these places will inflict the most damage and will have the greatest chance of killing you. Protect your vitals by rolling onto your stomach, tucking your knees in, and bringing your hands (balled in fists) up to your ears. Resist the urge to scream or roll away, as these actions may further encourage the dog. Leave the area slowly and carefully. Once the dog loses interest in you, leave the scene of the attack slowly by backing away without sudden movements. Staying calm and stationary can be a real test of your nerves in such a stressful situation, but it's the best thing to do as long as the dog isn't actually biting you. Attend to any wounds. If you are bitten, be sure to take care of any wounds promptly, as even minor bites can cause infection. Perform basic first aid procedures for bites suffered from a dog attack: Apply gentle pressure to stop minor bleeding. Use a clean cloth or sterile gauze pad. If bleeding is serious or if it won't stop after several minutes of applying pressure, seek professional medical attention. Wash the wound thoroughly. Use warm water and soap to gently cleanse the wound. Dress the wound. Use a sterile band-aid (for very small cuts) or sterile bandages for larger lacerations. Look closely for signs of infection, including redness, warmth, increasing tenderness, or oozing pus. See a doctor if any of these symptoms arise. Call the authorities. It's important to determine whether an attacking dog has rabies or a history of aggression. Call the authorities immediately after a dog attack so that the dog can be prevented from harming anyone else and be tested for diseases. If the dog that attacked you was a stray, he may attack others, too. Removing him from the area is the best way to ensure the safety of yourself and others. For dogs with owners nearby, how you handle the situation after the attack has been diffused is up to you. If you've been hurt, you may want to take legal action. Many states have laws holding owners responsible for the actions of their dogs. See a medical professional promptly. If you were bitten by an unknown dog, a dog that was later found to have rabies, or a dog that appeared to be foaming at the mouth, it's imperative that you see a doctor right away to get preventative treatment for the deadly disease rabies. The rabies shot sequence, if it is necessary, should be started as soon as possible after the bite. Most European countries are considered to be “rabies-free,” so a shot is not likely to be necessary in the event of an attack that takes place in Europe. If you haven't had a tetanus shot in the past 5 years, you may require additional preventative tetanus treatments. In general, any significant wounds from a dog attack should be examined by a medical professional. Look for warning signs. Most dogs are not aggressive, but, rather, just curious or defending what they perceive as their territory. Thus, to avoid unnecessary conflict, it is important to be able to tell if a dog is just playing or is being truly aggressive. While some breeds have been singled out as being particularly vicious, any mid-size and large dog breed can be dangerous, so do not ignore warning signs because you think a certain breed is harmless or friendly. Watch for common signs of aggression (and non-aggression): Growling, snarling, and baring teeth are obvious displays of aggression and should be treated as such. An angry dog may show the whites of his eyes, especially if these aren't normally visible. Pulled-back ears laying flat against the head are a telltale sign of aggression, whereas normal floppy or elevated ears usually signal a dog's nonchalance. If the dog approaches you with its body relaxed and with a sloping curve in its midsection, the dog is probably not going to attack. A dog whose body is tense, straight and stiff (head, shoulders and hips aligned) could mean business. A loping gait means the dog is playful and checking you out. An even, steady run means the dog may be dangerous. . Avoid aggravating a dog Most dog attacks are the result of insufficient containment of the dog, poor training, or taunting. Unfortunately, the world will never be rid of bad owners, so it is wise to be prepared. Common sense should tell you not to aggravate any kind of animal. Never irritate a dog who's eating or caring for her pups. Dogs are extra-protective during these times. Avoid smiling at the dog. You may think you are putting on a friendly face with a big toothy smile, but an aggressive dog sees you baring your teeth for a fight. Dogs that are chained or tethered to a stationary object for extended periods of time are more likely to be aggressive, so do not come within their reach. Assume all unknown dogs are threats. In general, the best policy when it comes to dog attacks is to do everything you can to avoid them in the first place. If you see a dog that may be dangerous, stay away. Report any dangerous-looking dogs or possible strays in your neighborhood to the authorities. Teach your children never to approach unfamiliar dogs until they are sure they are safe. By giving all unknown dogs a wide berth until you find evidence that they are safe, you can avoid the majority of dangerous dog encounters.
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Do not panic. Make yourself rigid and motionless. Do not try to run away. Distract the dog with another object. Face the dog and command, "back away. Fight back against an attacking dog. Use your weight to your advantage. Protect your face, chest, and throat. Leave the area slowly and carefully. Attend to any wounds. Call the authorities. See a medical professional promptly. Look for warning signs. . Assume all unknown dogs are threats.
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How to Germinate Tree Seeds
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To germinate tree seeds naturally, find a medium-sized pot with drainage holes. Cover the bottom with a thin layer of gravel. Then, fill it most of the way with a natural compost. Dig a ½ inch hole in the middle and plant 2 or 3 seeds inside. Keep the pot inside or in a shady corner out of direct sunlight. If you're keeping it outside, cover the pot with mesh wire so birds don't eat the seeds. Check the soil daily and water it if it's dry. Tree seeds usually take about 2 seasons to germinate.
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Add stones and natural compost to a plant pot. Begin the planting process during autumn. Get a medium-sized plant pot that has drainage holes at the bottom. Layer the bottom of the pot with small stones. Only put enough stones so that you can't see the bottom of the pot. Then, fill the pot with natural compost. Fill it up almost all the way, but leave about a 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) of space at the top of the pot. Natural compost is made out of decomposing organic materials, such as leaves, hay, and raw vegetables. You can use store-bought compost if you do not have homemade compost. Plant the seeds. Once the pot has been filled with compost, dig out a small hole in the center of the pot. It should be about 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) deep. Insert 2 or 3 seeds into the hole. Then, replace the compost and pat it down. After that, water the compost until it appears wet. Put the pot in a shady spot. You can put the pot outside in a shady corner, or you can put it near a window that doesn't get much light. Wherever you put it, the spot should not receive constant sunlight. Keeping the seeds at a temperature between 65 °F (18 °C) and 75 °F (24 °C). Protect the seeds with wire mesh if your pot is outside. This will prevent birds and animals from eating the seeds. First figure out the circumference of the top of the pot. Use wire cutters to cut the wire mesh a little larger than the measurement you took. Then, put the wire mesh on top of the pot and fold the wire mesh over the edges. Make sure that it is secure and can't be easily removed. Keep the soil damp. Check the soil daily to see if it is dry. If it is, add water to the soil. The soil should be damp but not wet. Check the seeds for growth. Natural germination will take longer than assisted germination. Your seeds will likely take 2 seasons to complete the germination process. If you planted the seeds in early autumn, check their progress in early spring. They have completed germinating if you see a small sprout growing out of each seeds. Use hot water to stimulate a “fake” summer. To speed along the process of germination, you can trick the seeds into “thinking” they've gone through the typical dormancy and germination period. A seed may take 2 seasons to germinate naturally, but this process will speed up germination to 90 days. To begin, gather your materials to replicate the summer season. You will need: A container that can hold hot water and all of your seeds Your seeds Warm or hot (not boiling) water Place the collected seeds in your container. Then, pour the hot water over them. Make sure the seeds have been completely covered with water. At this stage, it doesn't matter whether they sink or float. Wait 24 to 48 hours to dispose of any floating seeds. Floating seeds typically mean that they are empty and will not produce a seedling. You may replace the water after 24 hours with more warm water, and wait another day if you want to give them another chance to float. Use your refrigerator to replicate a “fake” winter. After you've replicated the summer season, it is time to replicate cold weather. Prepare the following materials before you proceed: A plastic sandwich bag Paper towel Tap water Refrigerator Place your seeds on the paper towel. Fold the paper towel and moisten it with water so it is wet, but not dripping. Then, insert the paper towel into the plastic sandwich bag. Make sure that the seeds don't fall out. Place the plastic sandwich bag in your refrigerator. This process is called cold stratification. Put the sandwich bag in a place where it won't be bothered. Typically, the bottom drawer is a good spot for the sandwich bag. It's a good idea to label the bag with something like “tree seeds” to avoid disturbance. Don't put the seeds into the bottom drawer if it is on a humidity control setting. Check for rotten seeds each month. To check, open the bag without letting the seeds fall out. Look at the seeds. They should be larger, but should not appear spongy. If they appear engorged and spongy, take them out of the bag. Throw them out if they feel spongy. Take your seeds out of the refrigerator after three months. If you've left the seeds in the refrigerator, the cold stratification will be completed after 90 days. Remove them from the refrigerator to begin the final stage of the assisted germination process. Put the seeds in another bag. Put the seeds in a paper towel and fold it. Then, put the paper towel in a plastic bag. Place the plastic bag in a warm location. 72 to 82 °F (22 to 28 °C) is an ideal temperature for the seeds. Once the seeds begin to sprout, it is time to pot or plant them. The time it will take them to sprout depends on the type of seeds you have. Check the progress of the seeds once a week. Make sure the seeds have germinated before planting. The seeds should have produced sprouts before repotting them or planting them. And to sprout, the seeds need to go through the process of germination. You can use natural or assisted germination to complete the process. Repot or plant the seedlings in the spring. Seedlings should begin to appear around springtime. If they have grown significantly, you can repot them or plant them outside. Keep in mind that seedlings are often targeted by weeds and animals, so it is typically better to protect them inside for about a year. Use a potting soil that release nutrients slowly. Nurse the seedlings indoors until they are 15 to 19 inches (38 to 48 cm) tall. If you choose to protect the seedlings until they grow larger, keep the seedlings inside in a sunny area. Keep the seedling inside for about a year, until they reach 15 to 19 inches (38 to 48 cm) tall. Keep the soil damp during this time. You may need to water the soil daily if it does not stay damp. Expose the seedlings gradually to the outside. Because the seedlings have mostly or only grown indoors, slowly begin to expose them to the outside after a year. The best time to begin exposure is during early spring. Ideally, put the pot in a place with dappled sunlight. Start by putting the seedlings outside for 2 hours during the day. Then, increase the daily outside time by an hour each day. After a few days, permanently move the seedlings outside. Plant the seedlings. If the tree won't grow very large, it's okay to keep it in a pot. For most trees, it will be necessary to plant them in the ground. Find a clear location with plenty of sunlight. Dig a hole that is at least an inch deep, depending on the size of the seedlings. Plant the seedlings and cover the hole back up with soil. Plant the seedlings at least 3 feet (91 cm) apart if you are planting multiple trees. Rake the area so that it is clear before planting the seedlings. Watch the progress of your trees. Trees take years to grow, and they will continue to grow in some way or another throughout their lifespans. Watch your tree carefully while it is a sapling. Keep it watered, and protect it from animals if necessary. You can put a mesh fence around the tree to protect it.
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Add stones and natural compost to a plant pot. Plant the seeds. Put the pot in a shady spot. Protect the seeds with wire mesh if your pot is outside. Keep the soil damp. Check the seeds for growth. Use hot water to stimulate a “fake” summer. Place the collected seeds in your container. Wait 24 to 48 hours to dispose of any floating seeds. Use your refrigerator to replicate a “fake” winter. Place your seeds on the paper towel. Place the plastic sandwich bag in your refrigerator. Check for rotten seeds each month. Take your seeds out of the refrigerator after three months. Put the seeds in another bag. Make sure the seeds have germinated before planting. Repot or plant the seedlings in the spring. Nurse the seedlings indoors until they are 15 to 19 inches (38 to 48 cm) tall. Expose the seedlings gradually to the outside. Plant the seedlings. Watch the progress of your trees.
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How to Make Thousand Island Dressing
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To make your own Thousand Island dressing, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, white vinegar, sugar, sweet pickle relish, minced onion, salt, and pepper in a food processor and blend until smooth. Add up to 2 tablespoons of water to thin the dressing to your desired consistency. Place the dressing in a sealed container and refrigerate it for at least an hour, stirring occasionally.
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Combine ingredients. Add all of the ingredients to a food processor or blender. Blend until a smooth. Blend all of the ingredients together to form a smooth, pinkish sauce. Add up to 2 tablespoons of water, to thin to the desired consistency. Add salt to taste. Refrigerate the dressing. Place the dressing in a sealed container and refrigerate for at least an hour, stirring occasionally. This time allows for the sugar to dissolve and the flavors to blend. Serve. Thousand island dressing makes a wonderful accompaniment to crisp lettuce, freshly sliced tomatoes or a seafood salad. The dressing will keep, covered in the refrigerator, for up to one week. Combine ingredients. In a blender or food processor combine all of the dressing ingredients. Blend until smooth. Blend the ingredients together until smooth. If the consistency is a little too thick for your liking, you can add up to 2 tablespoons of additional water to thin it out. Add salt to taste. Serve and store. Serve the dressing over crisp salads, or use as a low-fat spread on sandwiches. It will keep, covered and chilled, for up to a week. Prepare the egg. Place the egg in a saucepan of cold water, then bring the water to a boil over a medium heat until the egg is hard boiled. Remove the egg from the hot water and leave to cool. Once cooled, peel the egg and chop it finely or push it through a sieve. Combine the ingredients. Add the chopped eggs, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, cloves, sugar, relish, red pepper and olives to a medium bowl and stir until blended thoroughly. Unlike other Thousand Island recipes, this version does not contain any ketchup, so it will be white in color, rather than pink. Chill the dressing. Place the dressing in a sealed container and allow it to chill in the refrigerator for up to an hour, letting the sugar dissolve and the flavors combine. Serve and store. Serve the chunky Thousand Island dressing spooned over crisp salad leaves. It will keep in a sealed plastic container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Finished.
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Combine ingredients. Blend until a smooth. Refrigerate the dressing. Serve. Combine ingredients. Blend until smooth. Serve and store. Prepare the egg. Combine the ingredients. Chill the dressing. Serve and store. Finished.
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How to Be a YouTube Star
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To be a YouTube star, try checking out the "Trending" page on YouTube to see what kind of videos get the most likes. Then, think of a creative, unique way you can put a spin on those types of videos so you stand out. Don't feel like you have to make every kind of popular video. Instead, try to focus on a particular genre or target audience so it's easier to know what content to make. Once you know what you want your channel to be, post videos regularly and share them on social media. It won't be instant, but eventually you'll gain followers!
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Create a YouTube channel. First things first, you'll need to set up a free basic account, and click the upload link (upward facing arrow) at the upper right-hand side of the page. After this, you'll see a prompt to create a channel. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. If you have an account with Google, you're in luck, because you already have a YouTube account! Enter the same username and password you use to log into Gmail, Google+, etc. Choose your camera. Any camera will work in the beginning, and you have tons of options. Webcams, cell phone cameras , or digital cameras are good choices. If you can afford it or want a higher quality image, consider buying something more sophisticated. Consumer-level video cameras can be found for under $300. If you're really serious, invest in an HD video camera or even a high-end DSLR. These cameras produce crisp, high-quality videos that will have viewers coming back for more. Laptop, tablet, and desktop computers usually come with at least one free recording program installed. For Mac users, this is Quicktime. For Windows users, this is Windows Media Maker. Focus on your best qualities. Make a list of your best attributes. Don't be modest--write them all down! Use your amazing voice to become a singer. Take advantage of your debating skills to become an editorial presenter. Draw on your extensive knowledge of art history to become an online lecturer. Though it may be tricky, try to choose one quality to use as your brand. Get a taste of what’s popular. Outsmart your browser by opening a window in Private or Incognito mode to see trending videos that aren't based on your previous viewing habits. On the left-hand side of the page, click “Trending,” which is the second link. Videos listed under the headings “Trending” and “Shared and Liked” have the most views. Other ways of finding out what's popular include: Asking your friends what they're watching. Friends can be a great resource, and they'll be happy to help. Checking your social media account to see what's trending. Search phrases like “popular YouTube videos” using search engines like Google or Bing to see what pops up. Think of something unique. Now that you know what's out there, it's time to take your YouTube game to the next level. No matter what you decide to do, you'll have competition. Put on your creative thinking cap, and try to think of an angle that can make your channel stand out. Consider the age group and interests of your target audience. Ask yourself if your channel name is unique. Think about what you'd like to see on YouTube, but have trouble finding. Make sure you can make multiple videos on your concept. A one-video channel isn't much of a channel. Reach out to other YouTubers. Find YouTube stars whose channels are similar to yours, and ask them if they'd like to collaborate with you on a few videos. This can be pretty intimidating, but putting yourself out there is important to building your channel. You can do it! Tell them you really like their content, and that you'd like to work with them on a project. Pitch whatever ideas you have. You can send a private message like this: Click the username of the channel owner, which you can find below the title of the video. When you get to the channel page, click the “About” tab. At the upper right, click the “Send Message" button. Type your message, and click “Send.” Now, cross your fingers and wait for their response. Prepare to capture chance moments. Your smartphone or video camera should be your trusty companion--take it everywhere. Maybe you'll get lucky and catch something hilarious that could eventually go viral. Maybe you'll catch something more serious and help to bring justice to an innocent person. If the footage won't work for your current project, save the file for later. Notice how popular YouTubers edit their videos. Good editing can take a channel to the next level. Pay attention to different camera angles, close-ups, and scene transitions. If your video focuses on your face for several minutes, mix it up with a few angle changes (from frontal to three-quarter, for example). If you're doing a demonstration, get a nice close-up of the project you're working on. Listen for background music or white noise in the soundtrack. Don't stress about copying other YouTubers' editing styles exactly. Instead, they should give you an idea of where to put certain elements. Set notifications. To keep your viewers updated on all the new and exciting content you're producing, check your notification settings while you're waiting for your video to upload. Set your channel to notify subscribers when you add new content. Click “Advanced Settings,” and scroll down to “Distribution Options.” The option “Notify Subscribers” should be checked automatically. If it's not, check it! This way, everyone who subscribes to your channel will receive an email when you upload new content. On the other hand, if you decide to upload multiple videos at once, uncheck the notification box. Uploading 20 videos in one day will flood your poor subscribers' inboxes with 20 emails. Fix the captions. After you upload your video, you'll have the chance to set and edit automatic captions. Take it. You can be the clearest speaker in the world, and automatic captions will still contain tons of mistakes. This is unfair to your deaf and hearing-impaired viewers. Take the time to read and correct the captions after you upload your video. Use this opportunity for a little viewer engagement! Ask them to let you know if they see any errors. Interact with your audience. If you're already replying to comments on your YouTube videos, you're one step ahead of the game. Still, you'll need to do more. Take the conversation to social media sites like Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook. Use specific hashtags on live chats to make it easier for your fans to find the discussion. Interacting shows your audience your care, plus all that social media activity can draw new viewers to your channel. Don’t expect instant success. Few YouTubers become an instant hit with their first video. Although there are some exceptions--and hey, maybe you'll be one--most have to work hard just to get their viewing stats into double digits. Be patient, and use every opportunity you have to promote your channel. With time and effort, you may start to see results. Stick with it. Share your videos on social media. Below every video on YouTube is an arrow with the word “Share” next to it. This button should become your new best friend. Click it, and choose the icon of which website you'd like to post to. A pop-up window with a summary of your video will open. You can either edit the summary or leave it as it is. Just don't alter the link! Websites like Twitter and Facebook will play the videos without having to open a new window or tab. Enter YouTube contests. YouTube contests are a great way to promote your channel, plus they can be a ton of fun, too. Search the web or YouTube to see which channels are running contests. Find a contest that pertains to your channel, and read the rules. If the deadline gives you enough time to make a video, enter! Usually, viewers have to vote on how entertaining, educational, funny, etc. a video is. If viewers like your video, they'll likely head over to your channel and subscribe. Send an email. Contact all your friends and family members in your address book. Try something simple like, “Hey, everybody! Check out this video I posted to YouTube. Let me know what you think.” Chances are, they'll forward the link to even more potential viewers. Use tags. Tags make search engines use your videos as results when someone looks up certain terms.That funny cat video you've been watching likely has tags like “comedy,” “cats,” “cute,” etc. Make sure you stick to tags that accurately describe your video and channel. Don't use inaccurate tags just to get more views. You'll end up feeling dishonest, and disappointed viewers might leave negative comments. Create your thumbnail. By default, YouTube selects three stills from your video to use as the thumbnail image. If you're not feeling any of the stills, create your own image. Take a selfie, a screenshot, or any other image that gives an eye-catching visual description of your video. Include a few lines of text that elaborate the image and flesh out the video's title. Take constructive criticism seriously. No first-time video is perfect, and what fun would it be if it were? Each video is a learning opportunity for you to get better. If a viewer praises you for your script delivery but noted that the background noise was distracting, look for free and easy ways to erase unnecessary audio. Make small improvements to each video along the way, and before you know it, you'll have a sleek, professional looking channel.
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Create a YouTube channel. Choose your camera. Focus on your best qualities. Get a taste of what’s popular. Think of something unique. Reach out to other YouTubers. Prepare to capture chance moments. Notice how popular YouTubers edit their videos. Set notifications. Fix the captions. Interact with your audience. Don’t expect instant success. Share your videos on social media. Enter YouTube contests. Send an email. Use tags. Create your thumbnail. Take constructive criticism seriously.
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How to Skip a Period
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If you want to skip your period, all you need to do is start your new month on your 4th week. If you're on monophasic pills, just skip your placebo pills and move straight onto your new packet. Contact your doctor or medical insurance provider to make sure you can refill your prescription a week early so you don't run out. After you skip your period, you can take a 4-day break from your pill's whenever it's convenient to balance your hormones. If you're using NuvaRing, just leave it in for your 4th week, then start your new ring right after to redose your hormones. Keep in mind, if you only started taking contraceptives in the last 3 months, there's a chance skipping won't work and you'll still get your period.
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Ask a gynecologist. Taking birth control is the safest and most effective way to skip a period, and you should never begin a birth control regimen without first consulting a licensed physician. Tell your gynecologist that you want to skip your period, and ask him or her to recommend the best method for you. Remember: using birth control does not necessarily mean that you are sexually active. There are many reasons that you might want to skip a period! Plan ahead. Be aware that if you aren't already on a hormonal birth control plan, it may take as long as two to three months for your body to adjust to the new cycle. You may not be able to skip your cycle for those first few months. Start your contraceptive regimen at least three months in advance if you want to be absolutely sure that you'll be able to skip your period. Choose a birth control method. You need a hormonal form of birth control – no implants or injections. A traditional IUD does not release hormones, but one that contains hormones (like Mirena) does. The two standard methods are monophasic birth control pills and the NuvaRing. Monophasic pills: The active pills contain the same mix of hormones each week. Monophasic pills are steady and stable, with less spotting than multiphasic pills, making them better-suited to skipping periods. To skip a period: simply start a new packet of pills as soon as you finish the last active pill, and skip the seven-day placebo phase. Multiphasic pills: The mix of hormones in the active pills changes from week to week to account for the various phases of your cycle. This variability means that you must take the pills in the right order to effectively protect yourself. Ask your gynecologist about which pills are okay to skip. NuvaRing: This is a small, bendable ring that you insert into your vagina for three weeks at a time. Usually, you remove the ring for one week each month – but you can leave the ring in for this extra fourth week in order to skip your period. If you put in a new ring immediately at the end of the four weeks, then you can continue to offset your period. Arrange to fill your prescription early. Skipping a period with birth control entails continuing to take regular dose of active birth control pills through the usual week-long placebo pill period. In order to do this, you'll need the next month's batch of pills by the end of the third week of your "birth control cycle," Contact your medical insurance provider to make sure that you can refill your prescription at least a week early. If your insurance provider won't authorize an early prescription, ask your gynecologist to prescribe your contraceptives in 90-day batches to ensure that you'll always have enough. Understand the drawbacks. Birth control pills are convenient, but they must be taken at the same time every day to be truly effective. There is a small risk that the NuvaRing will fall out of your vagina, in which case you must rinse it with sanitary water before re-inserting it. Any kind of hormonal birth control may trigger related hormonal fluctuations that affect other aspects of your health. Remember: you are essentially convincing your body that it is pregnant. There are some birth control pills ( continuous birth control, or CBC) that are designed for a period once every four months. Approximately 20 percent of men whose partners use a vaginal ring say that they can feel the ring during sex. This may be a low risk – but it is something to consider nonetheless. If you decide to use the Nuvaring, keep in mind that you can remove the ring to have sex and then replace it after sex. Nuvaring remains effective as long as it is not out for more than 48 hours. Prepare your pills. Confirm that you're using monophasic pills and that you already have the next pack. Make sure that you can discern between the active pills (which suppress your period) and the placebo pills (which trigger a week of withdrawal bleeding). Use a calendar to chart out your birth control schedule for the weeks leading up to the period that you want to skip. Monophasic pills cause less spotting than multiphasic pills, making them better suited to skipping periods. However, you can still skip a period using multiphasic pills. Ask your gynecologist about which pills you can skip in order to miss your period. If you aren't already on a birth control program, speak to your gynecologist about starting. Only take birth control pills that you've been prescribed by a licensed physician. Take the pill as prescribed for three weeks. If you are taking monophasic pills, then you just need to take the same pill every day. If you are using multiphasic pills, then you'll need to be careful to keep to the schedule. If you aren't sure, ask your gynecologist for advice on how to proceed. If your birth control is packaged with a "period week" of placebo pills, feel free to discard the placebos. They are sugar pills, and you won't need them if you are going to skip your "period." Start a new pack of active pills. Skip the placebo pills. Begin the next month's birth control packet immediately at the end of the regular three-week regimen. Make sure that you are ready with the new pills as the three-week mark approaches! Remember: if you're taking birth control, you are not actually getting your period on the fourth "placebo" week of the month. The bleeding that occurs is "withdrawal bleeding" as your body responds to stopping the hormones. Withdrawal bleeding does not pose a serious risk to your health and skipping withdrawal bleeding does not affect your health. It is safe to skip your period indefinitely using hormonal birth control. You may experience minimal spotting. However, this should not last more than a day. Monophasic pills are more stable than multiphasic pills, and thus less likely to trigger spotting. Stop taking the pills to have a period again. If you've been taking the pills for three or more weeks, you can pause to take a period whenever it's convenient. Simply stop taking your active birth control pills for four days. Then, start taking the active pills again. Consider taking up to a week's break from your contraceptive after any skipped withdrawal period. It's good to give your body a rest. Make sure that you have the next month's NuvaRing. For regular use, you would leave the NuvaRing in for three weeks, then remove it for one week before inserting the new ring. If you are using your ring to skip a period, you can leave it in for up to four weeks before starting a new ring. Keep your ring in for four weeks, then immediately replace it. At the end of the four weeks, remove the NuvaRing and replace it with a fresh ring. This will re-dose your body with hormones, effectively skipping your period. The regular ring cycle ends after three weeks. You may leave it in for the fourth week, or you can remove it and replace it immediately with a fresh ring. Leave the ring out to have a period again. If you've been using a NuvaRing for three or more weeks, simply remove it for four days to get your period again. After four days, put in a new ring to resume your cycle.
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Ask a gynecologist. Plan ahead. Choose a birth control method. Arrange to fill your prescription early. Understand the drawbacks. Prepare your pills. Take the pill as prescribed for three weeks. Start a new pack of active pills. Stop taking the pills to have a period again. Make sure that you have the next month's NuvaRing. Keep your ring in for four weeks, then immediately replace it. Leave the ring out to have a period again.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Have-a-Bond-with-Your-Sister
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How to Have a Bond with Your Sister
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If you want to have a bond with your sister, start by planning an activity together that you both enjoy, like watching a TV series or trying a new restaurant. During your time together, tell her how much she means to you, and that you want to be a better sibling. You might say something like “I want to see what I can do be a better sibling to you. I'd love to know what you think could be better so I can work on it!”
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Examine the current relationship you have with your sister. Are you jealous of your sister? Do you pick fights with her and realize that's what you're doing? It might be that part of the problem is you, and your sister is responding to your treatment. It also might be that you have been busy with your own friends and life and haven't paid much attention to her for a while. Determine what kind of relationship you want with your sister. Whether she's older or younger, close or far apart in age, every sibling relationship is different and the dynamics are dependent upon your personalities. Think about how you want to interact with your sister and how you want your relationship to work. Do you want to be buddies and go to parties together? Would you rather have her as a mentor figure to help you figure out problems in your own life? Do you want to help, guide, and protect her? Think about how you see your sister. Are you still thinking of her as she was five years ago? Do you really know her as she is now? It's easy to not pay attention to how your sister is growing and changing -- she's always around and you have a lot going on in your own life. If you don't really know what your sister is like now, or her interests or friends, it's time to get to know her. She might feel the same about you. Come up with some fun questions you two could ask each other, from wacky to ordinary: favorite movie of the last few years, favorite weird-sounding ice cream flavor, place she'd most or least like to visit. Follow her on social media -- you will be able to see how she presents herself and her interests, who her friends are, and how she sees her place in the world. Take a trip together. It could be a simple as an overnight camping trip to the beach or getting a motel room at the mountain. There's just something about a trip with someone that can really help you get to know them more and open up. Do an activity together. It could be anything -- rollerskating, volunteering at a soup kitchen, learning yoga together, whatever you and your sister think sounds fun. Look through old pictures of yourself together. Remember some of the fun (and not-so-fun) times from childhood. Start fresh in the relationship. We all come to sibling relationships with baggage from the past, but it can weigh on both you and your sister. Forgive past behavior of your sister's that you haven't liked. Don't re-hash arguments or problems you had when you were both much younger. Tell her you want to make time to be a better sister. Ask her how she would like your relationship to change. She might have some great ideas in addition to the ones you've already considered. Make sure that you have this conversation in private and with plenty of time to talk. Do activities together. Find something that you both enjoy doing and make time to do it with her. Sometimes it's hard to find common interests, and it might be fun for you to try something new together and see if you both like it (or both hate it). Go to a movie Watch TV series Learn how to kayak Take a cooking class together Explore a new neighborhood Try a new restaurant Keep in touch. A lot of siblings find that short texts and Facebook posts help keep them close, rather than lots of long conversations. Once you and your sister have established a strong relationship, keep it up through shorter, casual contact with long conversations every so often. Work through disagreements. Even if you and your sister have arguments, she's still going to be your sister. Figure out the best way to cool off and then come back to her. Apologize and ask her if you can move forward. “I'm sorry I got so upset about you being late. There was no reason for me to yell. Can you forgive me?” “I really thought it was a bad idea for you to date that guy. Sorry. I was wrong -- he is a pretty cool guy, and it's certainly not my place to judge and then tell you what I think you should do.” “You were right. I was dressed completely wrong for that party and I had a terrible time. And since we had argued, I felt even worse. I should have come with you and your friends.” Be honest with her. You and your sister are together for life, and if your sister asks your advice, be honest while also being diplomatic and sympathetic. Even if it's not what she wants to hear, you are in a better position than almost anyone to tell her what you actually think and make her listen. She is also in that same position for you. Parental advice can sometimes feel meddling, but a sibling's advice is often just what you need. Keep her informed about your life. Your family is often your best support throughout your life, and your sister could be the most important part of that. She will be with you through the big events in your life, and having someone to turn to in difficult times that really knows you can be incredibly helpful. She probably knows you better than anyone else, and it's to your advantage to keep your relationship strong and close. Be an emotional support. Everyone has difficult moments, and sometimes a sibling can help comfort you better than anyone, and vice versa. It's usually not about giving advice -- if she wants it, she will ask -- but just about being there when things don't go well. Be a good listener. Really paying attention to her problems can be helpful to her and deepen the relationship the two of you have. Make sure she knows how much she means to you. If you don't like telling her how much you love her, do kind things for her. Give thoughtful gifts, celebrate with her when things are going well, and be there to cheer her up when life isn't so easy.
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Examine the current relationship you have with your sister. Determine what kind of relationship you want with your sister. Think about how you see your sister. Start fresh in the relationship. Tell her you want to make time to be a better sister. Do activities together. Keep in touch. Work through disagreements. Be honest with her. Keep her informed about your life. Be an emotional support. Make sure she knows how much she means to you.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Meet-Gay-and-Bisexual-Men
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How to Meet Gay and Bisexual Men
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It can be tough connecting with gay and bisexual men in your area, especially if you live in a small town without a big LGBTQ scene. However, you may be able to find bi and gay men near you by using social apps and attending LGBTQ-friendly events where you live. Try downloading a dating app like Grindr, which is specifically for gay and bisexual men. You can also try Lavendr, a dating app for gay users, which offers additional messaging and chat features. Going to events or venues where bi and gay men are likely to hang out is also a good way to meet people. For example, you could try going to a pride parade, a local Grindr event, or an LGBTQ mixer at a local venue.
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Know the LGBT community in your state. In the last few decades, studies have been dedicated to create maps of demographics of sexual orientation. The studies show that the west coast and the states of New England have the highest percentage of LGBT people. States in the Midwest have a very low percentage. If you are looking to surround yourself with gay and bisexual men, it will be easier to do if you live in a state with a more expansive LGBT community. Highest LGBT community: California, Oregon, Maine, Massachusetts, Nevada, South Dakota, Vermont and Washington Lowest LGBT community: Idaho, Mississippi, Montana, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Utah Go into the city. Cities have higher percentages of LGBT people than rural areas. Taking a trip into a major city will heighten your chances of finding gay and bisexual men. Atlanta, Boston, San Francisco, and Seattle are the cities with the highest percentage of LGBT people. If you're unable to go to a big city you can still meet gay guys in a small town. Find gay villages. Gay villages are areas, typically in a large city, that are recognized with a selection of bars, restaurants, festivals, and attractions that cater to gay and bisexuals. The best way to find these is simply by word of mouth. You can also use gay neighborhood websites, or you can ask a realtor who knows the area. Download Grindr. Grindr is a free app that you can download straight to your phone. It's the world's leading social network app exclusively for gay, bi and curious men. Simply go into your app store and search Grindr. Upload your photos and enter the zip code that you're looking to find gay and bisexual men in. Not only will Grindr help you find gay and bisexual men, but it narrows down guys by asking ways to filter your search. Download Grindr Xtra. Grindr Xtra costs $.99 but offers some updates compared to Grindr. Especially if you're using an iPad, Grindr Xtra is encouraged over Grindr. There was fixes made to prevent crashes and bugs that occurred with Grindr. Also, Grindr Xtra is ad free, so you won't waste time being distracted by banner ads. Download Lavendr. Lavendr is a free gay dating app that allows you to browse gay men in your local community. It gives you the ability to chat, share location, flirt, and meet with gay and bisexual men. You create a profile and it is open for other users to search even when you're not using the app. Simply setting up the profile can help gay and bisexual men find you. Find LGBT events. Getting in contact with the LGBT center in your community (if you have one) is going to be the fastest way to find LGBT events. They have a calendar of events, and give you the option to host events. If you live in New York City, the LGBT Community Center has a calendar of events. Even if you don't live in the city, they can suggest venues and reasons to host your own event. They can provide a Meeting & Conference Services team that will further help you in your event planning. Check out a Grindr event. If you don't live in New York, you can still find pre-planned events. Grinder regularly hosts prides, parties, and events. You can find the events along the bottom of your app screen. Also look at the ad banners when you log in. They ads are specifically designed for Grindr and focus on the demographic that you're looking for. Clubs and bars that advertise on Grindr are a great way to meet gay and bisexual men. Attend a national event. Prides have been growing every year. The most popular one is in Provincetown, MA. This is their Carnival week and typically happens in late August. Anytime you visit PTown, there is likely to be an event. Even if there isn't, the town is nationally recognized as one of the most popular resorts among gay travelers and you will have no trouble meeting gay and bisexual men.
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Know the LGBT community in your state. Go into the city. Find gay villages. Download Grindr. Download Grindr Xtra. Download Lavendr. Find LGBT events. Check out a Grindr event. Attend a national event.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Christmas-Stocking
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How to Make a Christmas Stocking
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To make a Christmas stocking, start by tracing a stocking pattern onto 2 pieces of fabric. Additionally, cut out a rectangle of white felt that's the width of your stocking. Then, line up the stocking pieces so the right sides are facing in, and sew around the edges, leaving the top open. Next, flip the stocking right side out and sew the strip of white felt around the top. Finally, attach a piece of ribbon or thin felt so you can hang your stocking.
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Gather your materials. To sew a homemade Christmas stocking you will need a few supplies from your local craft or fabric store. Gather all of the materials before beginning, and make sure you have a clear table to work on. Large piece of paper ¼ to ⅓ of a yard of quilting fabric or felt for each stocking. Pick a design you like, plaids or stripes in Christmas colors look great. White felt for the top of the stocking. Scissors Pins Needle and thread, or sewing machine Cut a stocking pattern. Draw a stocking shape onto a large piece of paper. You can freehand draw the stocking shape, or you can find a pattern online and print it out to trace. Cut stocking shapes out of the fabric. Use the stocking pattern to cut 2 stocking shapes out of the fabric you have. Make sure the two stocking shapes are exactly the same. It's best to use a pattern, but if you freehand draw your stocking shape, you need to trace it for the second stocking shape. Cut a rectangle of white felt. Cut the rectangle the width of your stocking and 1 ½ inches tall. Use pinking shears to give the felt a textured edge. Sew the fabric together. Line up the two stocking pieces together with the "right" side of the fabric touching each other. Sew the edges of the two stocking pieces together. When you finish sewing along the edges and the bottom of the stocking, flip the stocking so that the outside or "right" side of the fabric is out. Make sure you do not sew the top of the fabric so that you can put things in the stocking. Use a thread color that matches the color of your fabric. Attach the white felt to the top of the stocking. Sew the white felt to the top of the fabric using white thread. Connect a ribbon to hang your stocking. Attach a ribbon or a thin piece of felt to hang your stocking. Sew the ribbon onto the corner on the inside of the back of the stocking. Get all of your supplies together. Having all of your supplies together when you begin will save you time and energy so you can easily complete the project. An old sweater Kraft paper, poster board, or cardstock paper Pins Needle and thread or yarn Fabric scissors Ribbon Find an old sweater and clean it. You can use one of your own old sweaters, or you can go to a garage sale or thrift store to buy an inexpensive sweater. Launder the sweater so your stocking will be clean and look new. Cable knit sweaters look great as stockings. Make a pattern. Use kraft paper, poster board, or other paper to cut out a stocking shape to use as a pattern. You can also print a pattern out to use. Cut out two stocking patterns that are exactly the same. Decide what part of the sweater to use. Sweaters typically have patterns, so it's important to plan out where to cut the stocking shape out so your stocking looks great. Lay out the sweater on a table and observe it to find the perfect place to cut out your stocking shapes. Cut the stocking shape out of your sweater. Place the patterns on the sweater where you want to cut. One pattern should have the toe facing left and one should have the toe facing right. Make the top of the stocking out of the bottom edge of the sweater to easily create a finished edge on your stocking if you don't want to sew a cuff on. Use very sharp fabric scissors to get the best cut. Pin the pattern onto the sweater to make it easier to cut. Sew the front and back of the stocking together. Line up the two stocking pieces with the outsides facing each other, and pin them in place. The stocking should look inside out. Carefully use a sewing machine or hand sew the two pieces together. You will want to use a long stitch to sew them together. You can also hand sew the stocking together with yarn. Flip the stocking around. Flip the stocking so that the outside of the stocking is now on the outside. Make sure you push the toe completely out so that your stocking is the right shape. Sew on the ribbon. Carefully hand sew the ribbon in a loop on the side of the top of the stocking to create a hanger. You will want to sew the ribbon on very securely to be able to hold the stocking when it's hung. Gather the necessary materials. Making a paper stocking is a fun craft that's easy to do with a few supplies from the craft store. Heavy weight paper. Printed paper will make a fun stocking, and brown paper grocery bags work great to make a stocking that your can decorate yourself. Glue Scissors Hole punch Yarn or string Cut the paper into two stocking shapes. Cut two stocking shapes out of the paper with one being the reverse of the other. One stocking should have the toe pointing to the right and the other should have the toe pointing to the left. The two stockings shapes should be identical except for the way the toe points. Glue the two stocking pieces together. Put glue around the edges of one side of the stocking on the non printed side, or what will be the inside of the stocking. Line up the other side of the stocking and press them together to adhere them to each other. Make sure you keep the printed side out and glue the two non printed sides together. Let the glue dry 10 minutes before moving on. Punch holes in the stocking. Use the hole puncher to punch holes around the edge of the stocking. The holes should be about ½ inch from the edge. Try to get the holes to be lined up with each other. Hand sew the stocking. Weave the yarn or string through the holes to give the stocking a sewn look. Start at the top above the heel of the stocking, and tie a small knot in the yarn around the first hole to get started. Once you've weaved the yarn all the way around the stocking, tie off the yarn leaving some out to make a loop. Decorate your stocking. Use crayons, markers, glitter, craft foam, or whatever else you have to embellish your paper stocking and make it yours. Add a name on the stocking to make it personal. Use Christmas wrapping paper to add fun designs to your stocking.
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Gather your materials. Cut a stocking pattern. Cut stocking shapes out of the fabric. Cut a rectangle of white felt. Sew the fabric together. Attach the white felt to the top of the stocking. Connect a ribbon to hang your stocking. Get all of your supplies together. Find an old sweater and clean it. Make a pattern. Decide what part of the sweater to use. Cut the stocking shape out of your sweater. Sew the front and back of the stocking together. Flip the stocking around. Gather the necessary materials. Cut the paper into two stocking shapes. Glue the two stocking pieces together. Punch holes in the stocking. Hand sew the stocking. Decorate your stocking.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Become-an-Iron-Chef
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How to Become an Iron Chef
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To become an iron chef, regularly check foodnetwork.com for casting calls for the show. While you're waiting for an opening, apply to get on different cooking shows so you can demonstrate your skills. Try to add some smack talk and drama to your performances on those shows to make yourself memorable and more likely to be chosen. You can also ask producers from other shows to help you get in contact with Iron Chef producers to speed up the process.
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Keep a lookout for casting calls. Cooking competition shows that you watch may hold regular casting calls for new seasons. You can find information on the casting call on the show's website or they may make an announcement on social media. Many shows that are featured on the Food Network regularly post open casting calls at http://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/get-cast-how-to-be-on-food-network. Apply to get on different cooking shows. Iron Chef contestants are mostly well-known chefs who have competed on other shows or own multiple successful restaurants. Once you find an open casting call, fill out an application or send the casting director an e-mail. You'll have to fill out an application and give the show's producers your personal information, experience, and any relevant social media links or websites. Televised cooking competitions include Top Chef, Master Chef, Chopped, Beat Bobby Flay, and Cake Wars. You'll most likely have to send in headshots and video along with your application. Inject drama into your performance in the competition. Smack talk and create tension and rivalry among your opponents. The more conflict and drama you create, the more interesting and memorable you'll be. This can get the attention of an Iron Chef producer or casting director. Bobby Flay faced off against Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto four times before being invited to become an Iron Chef himself. In their first battle, Flay leaped onto the table to exclaim his excitement but Morimoto thought it was disrespectful. This created more drama. In addition to their face off, Flay has a number of successful restaurants across the U.S. and won a Michelin star in 2008. Ask producers from other shows to connect you to Iron Chef producers. Once you compete and win other shows on the network, make sure that you save contact information for the people that you work with. They may know someone who works on Iron Chef or may know the right person to pass the information to. There are typically no open auditions or applications to compete on Iron Chef. You may have to win multiple televised cooking competitions in order to be considered for the Iron Chef show. Watch for an invitation to compete. Once you have a discussion with producers, they may reach out to you to compete on the show. This will only happen if you have the expertise and experience to be considered. This can come through actual culinary industry experience or by being on cooking shows frequently. Networking with big names in the industry could give you the relationship you need to compete in the competition. While beating an Iron Chef may increase your chances to be invited to become one, it does not guarantee that you will become an Iron Chef. Practice cooking a variety of ingredients with different techniques. Both “Iron Chef Gauntlet” and “The Next Iron Chef” throw challenges and obstacles in front of the competitors. Work with different and unusual proteins like urchin or tendon just in case there's a challenge that requires you to use it. A variety of cooking techniques will impress the judges and could give you an edge in the competition. Some basic cooking techniques include flambéing, poaching, and braising. If you cook a protein in a non-traditional way, it will catch the eyes of the judges. Make food the judges like to beat your competitors. The only way to win the competition is to win each individual challenge until all of the other competitors are eliminated. In order to win, you'll have to go above and beyond and cook with passion and energy. The food that you produce will have to be some of the best food you've ever made. Win “Iron Chef Gauntlet” or “The Next Iron Chef” competition shows. Both of the shows “Iron Chef Gauntlet” and “The Next Iron Chef” give contestants the opportunity to claim the title of Iron Chef. These contestants are chosen by the network from a pool of talented and noteworthy chefs who have made previous appearances on the show or own their own restaurants and have a ton of experience. The casting director will reach out to contestants. There is no open application process. Defeat all the existing Iron Chefs if you’re on Iron Chef Gauntlet. If you manage to eliminate all other competitors, you'll have the final challenge of defeating all 3 existing Iron Chefs. If any of them eliminates you in a challenge, you will not earn the title of Iron Chef. If you do beat all 3 Iron Chefs, you'll receive a contract from the network and a position as an Iron Chef. Go to a culinary school. At school, you'll learn how to cook food, make sauces, and source ingredients. Most culinary schools also teach traditional French techniques. This will set the foundation you need for a career in food. Top culinary schools include the Culinary Institute of America in the USA, Two Bordelais in France, and Castello di Vicarello in Italy. Work as a cook. Before you can even consider becoming an Iron Chef, you'll need real-world experience cooking food in a restaurant. This usually means applying and getting a job as a line cook before getting promoted to a higher position in the kitchen. Look for jobs in your area on popular job boards or visit local restaurants and ask the manager if they need any help in the kitchen. Many times you'll also be tasked with prepping and cleaning the kitchen. Get promoted to sous chef. Before you become an executive chef you'll need years of experience being a sous chef, otherwise known as the second in command. As a sous chef, you'll be tasked with preparing dishes, managing staff, and ordering supplies. There are many responsibilities as a sous chef and everyone other than the executive chef will view you as their superior in the kitchen. Become an executive chef of a restaurant. Once you get experience working in a kitchen for a couple of years as a sous chef and have the ability to create your own recipes, you can apply to become an executive chef. Being an executive chef means you'll set the menu, source the ingredients, manage cooks, and create the recipes for the food. You'll have to lead and set the example for other people in the kitchen. This is an incredibly intense and stressful job that requires a lot of work, dedication, and long hours. Own your own restaurant. All of the Iron Chefs that are on the show own multiple restaurants around the world. To be at their caliber, you'll also have to own at least one renowned restaurant. Win cooking awards. Awards like a Michelin Star and James Beard Award designate some of the most talented chefs and best restaurants in the world. Winning either of these awards will boost your notoriety as a chef and give you the credentials you need to be on top cooking shows. There are also other awards you can win from websites like Eater and other local and regional cooking awards. Michelin Star award nominees are selected by visits from an anonymous inspector. To earn a James Beard award you or your restaurant must be nominated for one. You can nominate yourself.
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Keep a lookout for casting calls. Apply to get on different cooking shows. Inject drama into your performance in the competition. Ask producers from other shows to connect you to Iron Chef producers. Watch for an invitation to compete. Practice cooking a variety of ingredients with different techniques. Make food the judges like to beat your competitors. Win “Iron Chef Gauntlet” or “The Next Iron Chef” competition shows. Defeat all the existing Iron Chefs if you’re on Iron Chef Gauntlet. Go to a culinary school. Work as a cook. Get promoted to sous chef. Become an executive chef of a restaurant. Own your own restaurant. Win cooking awards.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Used-to-Cold-Water
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How to Get Used to Cold Water
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If you need to get used to cold water for showering, it's best to change the water temperature over a few days so your body has time to adjust. Begin with a shower that's a normal, warm temperature and step into it to wet yourself completely. Once you're wet, turn the temperature down slightly and keep showering. After a half minute, adjust the temperature down again and if you're comfortable enough, try a third time before finishing. Repeat this process every day for a week. Then, try starting the shower at a cooler temperature and continue dropping the temperature three times. Eventually, your body will adjust and you should be able to jump into a cold shower without a problem!
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Heat your shower or bath normally. Assuming you aren't constrained to immediately adjusting in a cold pool or during an open water swim, you can use your shower or bath to gradually train your body to adjust to the cold. Turn on your water and allow it to warm up. Step into the shower. Since the water is warm, this shouldn't be hard at all. Make sure that your hands, feet, and face are all wet, since most of your heat and cold receptors are there. After a few moments, turn the temperature down slightly and shower as normal. Once you have adjusted, turn the temperature down again. Remember, you aren't trying to shock yourself - this is the gradual method of getting used to cold water! At this point, you should be finishing up your shower just in time to adjust to your second temperature change. If you find yourself comfortable though, or needing more time to shower, feel free to drop the temperature a third time. Repeat this process daily. Each day you should find that the temperature drops are a little bit easier. This indicates that your body is getting used to the process and is doing a better job of thermoregulation. Lower your starting temperature. Once you have a few days or a week of this process under your belt and the temperature drops aren't as intimidating, lower the starting temperature of your shower. You'll now start the shower at the temperature of your first temperature drop... and your last temperature drop will be colder than you've ever had it before. Repeat every week or few days. The exact timing will be different for everyone, depending on how fit you are and how much body fat you have. Ironically, the best body type for this is one that is both in shape and fat! Whenever you are ready, continue to lower your starting temperature again. Before you know it, you'll be comfortable at temperatures that were downright shocking to you before. Get the water ready. Of course, if you are doing this outdoors or in a cold pool, it'll be ready in advance. This method is short and sweet, and is especially great for both swimmers and athletes who will be using ice baths to help them recover from activity. Once your water is ready, get your mind ready for the shock. Get your face, ears, hands, and feet wet. Since most of your sensory receptors are in these areas they are the most important to overcoming the shock. This is an easy way to get started if you don't yet have the mental strength to jump right in quite yet. If you can't dip these areas in the water, splash cold water over these areas instead. Take the plunge. Just go for it. Jump right in and make sure that your entire body is covered head to toe in cold water. Leaving any areas dry and warm will detract from adjustment, as your body will have something to compare the cold water to. Keep moving. If you are swimming this will be easy, but it can be harder in a shower or bath. Shift your weight and move your feet. Any muscle movement will help kick-start the body's process of thermoregulation and adjustment. Mentally brace yourself. At first it will be tempting to jump out of the water or turn the temperature up. Don't let yourself. You can build a mental wall against the cold until your body fully adjusts and embraces it. Each time you build this wall and endure the cold it gets easier, both psychologically and physically, due to increasingly efficient thermoregulation. Understand why you feel hot and cold. Normal human body temperature is 37 degrees Celsius. The human body has three types of sensory receptors in the skin: pain receptors, heat receptors, and cold receptors. Heat receptors start to perceive heat above 30 degrees Celsius (and up to around 45 degrees, where pain receptors take over). Cold receptors perceive cold when temperature drops below 35 degrees. As you can see, there is a 5-degree overlap zone that will trigger both heat and cold receptors. You feel cold more acutely than you feel heat because your body has 4 times the number of cold receptors as heat receptors. Many of these are located in the face, ears, hands, and feet. Cold receptors stop functioning below 5 degrees Celsius, when you stop feeling cold and start feeling numb. Your core body temperature can vary slightly, depending on hormonal changes and health. Understand how your body reacts to temperature. When your temperature exceeds 37 degrees (98.6% Fahrenheit) your blood vessels will dilate, allowing more blood to reach the surface of the skin to be cooled. When your temperature drops, blood vessels contract to conserve body heat. As you regularly experience this sensation, your body will become more efficient at thermoregulation (the temperature control process). Lower your environment's temperature. Part of the difficulty of getting in a cold shower (particularly in the morning when you have been in bed) is that the shock is exacerbated because your surrounding environment was previously warm. If you lower the temperature of your environment the cold water will be less shocking. Turn the thermostat down a degree or two. This will even save you money in the winter. Have a fan in the bathroom or bedroom. Increased circulation of air under 37 degrees will accustom your body's cold receptors to being activated. Don't bundle up as tight at night. This can be especially helpful if you are having trouble with cold morning showers. The warmer you bundle up, the colder the shower will feel! Raise your core temperature to make cold feel better. There are times when the cold can feel good, like when you jump into a pool on a hot summer day or drink a cold beverage after strenuous sports activity. This is because your body is elevated to over 37 degrees and is struggling to lower its temperature. If you raise your body's temperature, you can not only make cold water easier to adjust to, but you can also make it refreshing. Consider high-intensity exercise before a cold shower. Interval or circuit training is especially effective. Your cold shower will have the added benefit of helping your muscles recover!
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Heat your shower or bath normally. Step into the shower. Once you have adjusted, turn the temperature down again. Repeat this process daily. Lower your starting temperature. Repeat every week or few days. Get the water ready. Get your face, ears, hands, and feet wet. Take the plunge. Keep moving. Mentally brace yourself. Understand why you feel hot and cold. Understand how your body reacts to temperature. Lower your environment's temperature. Raise your core temperature to make cold feel better.
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https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Rid-of-Saddlebags
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How to Get Rid of Saddlebags
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To get rid of saddlebags, avoid junk food and empty carbs, like candy, cookies, and pasta, to get rid of the extra fat on your outer thighs. Instead, try to eat lots of fruits and vegetables for fiber and healthy fats to keep you full and healthy. Also, drink a lot of water each day, which has been shown to help you shed pounds and boost your metabolism. In addition to eating a healthy diet, do both cardio exercises to burn away fat and strength training to tone the leg muscles underneath.
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Cut out the processed junk. Let's keep this as simple as possible. Getting rid of those saddlebags is not rocket science -- they're just excess fat stores that your body has unfortunately decided to hold onto in a rather inconvenient place. The first thing that needs to go? The junk food. It's full of empty calories, bad fats, and very few nutrients. So cut it out! Anything fried or packaged goes on the no-no list. And baked goods and sweets, too. If it's not a good source of protein, fiber, vitamins, good carbs or fats, it doesn't qualify. This means you'll be going fresh -- and doing some cooking! It's impossible to completely avoid these and it's illogical to say something is completely off-limits. So instead of thinking to yourself, "I can't have these," think of it as a treat to have every once in a while. Choose the right carbs. You should choose whole, complex carbs that contain plenty of fiber, such as brown rice, whole wheat products, quinoa, oats, and the ones in veggies. These will keep you fuller for longer. White or processed carbs on the other hand can be stored as fat if not used for energy right away. Avoid white rice, white bread, cookies, cakes, and pastries. Need some tips? Instead of bread, use eggplant slices or a lettuce wrap. When you go out to restaurants, say you don't need that basket of bread. Get brown rice instead of white, and substitute your spaghetti for whole wheat pasta, quinoa, chickpeas, or thinly sliced vegetables like peppers. Pile on fruits and veggies. You've probably heard that you should eat the rainbow and it's true. The more color you eat, the better. How do you do that? Fruits and veggies! They are nutrient dense -- packed with tons of vitamins and minerals and don't have a lot of calories. You could eat pounds and pounds of salad and be okay -- imagine eating pounds and pounds of fried chicken! Green, leafy vegetables are especially good for you. Spinach, kale, lettuce, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and broccoli? Great choices. Carrots, onions, peppers, squash -- the more colorful veggies -- are good, too. Blueberries, oranges, bananas, apples, kiwis, grapes, strawberries, and papayas are super fruits.They're full of antioxidants, fiber and vitamins. And tasty to boot! Stick to the good fats. Yep, there are definitely such a thing. And they're good for you! Having a diet that includes good fats (but not too many of course) can actually help lower your cholesterol and protect your heart. So while the bad fats (the saturated kind) need to go, the good fats (the unsaturated kind) can stay. You'll find these in nuts, avocados, olive oils, and fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, and trout. Just make sure you stick to them in moderation -- even too much of a good thing can be bad. Drink water. It's almost too good to be true, but it's not (because it is definitely true). Upping your water intake can help shed pounds, the only effort being lifting that bottle to your chin. Seriously! Studies have shown that people who drink the necessary amount and then some (women need about 3 liters and men need 4 (including the amount in food)) weigh less. Cold water can even up your metabolism! So keep that bottle around; it'll be awfully handy. The benefits of water don't just stop at weight loss. It's great for your muscles and organs, your skin, hair and nails, keeps everything regular that must not be mentioned, makes you feel full and can actually make you feel energized. And that's not including the fact that when you're drinking it, you're not drinking those bubbly, sugary drinks that aren't good for you! Replace all sugary drinks in your diet with water. These include soda, sweetened coffee and tea, lemonade, and juice. Eat three meals a day. You should have three meals a day with small, healthy snacks in between each meal. This will keep you full without making you crave unhealthy, processed foods. Do not skip meals, as this can hurt rather than help your diet. Have a plan you can stick to. All this talk about not eating packaged junk is all well and good, but unless you have a plan, it'll be hard to stick to. You know what you should do, but what are you going to do? So find a plan that appeals to you that meets your goals. Consider giving yourself a caloric goal for each day (our article, How to Calculate How Many Calories You Need to Eat to Lose Weight , can get you started on that). If you don't like that idea, aim for a certain amount of your food intake being vegetables (or a similar idea). And it's easier than ever nowadays to keep track with smartphone apps! Have a workout plan, too. Do you want to work out 4 times a week? For how long? Do you want to work out until you burn X number of calories or is it by activity? Know that you can't really spot reduce. It's not what you want to hear, but it has to be said. While you can tone up those thighs and hips of yours, that fat will still be there. So doing leg lift after leg lift won't get you the results you want -- it has to be a combination of diet, fat burning, and toning. We wish it weren't so, but it is! Everybody's body is a bit different. Some start losing fat on top, some on bottom, some on their core, some on their extremities. In other words, this may take some patience. You may see your stomach shrinking before your thighs. If that becomes the case, relax and take a breath. You're on the right track. First, burn away the fat. This is goal one. To get to those svelte thighs of yours underneath those saddlebags, that fat needs to be blasted away. The most efficient way of doing that? Cardio. No ifs, ands, or buts about it. 4 or 5 times a week for at least 30 minutes is ideal, but it can be broken up into smaller bits, too. Cardio takes on dozens of different forms, not just running! You can get on the elliptical, go for a bike ride, walk, swim, box, play tennis, heck, even go dancing! As long as your heart gets pumping, it's good. If long workouts aren't your thing, take solace in high-intensity interval training. It actually has shown to burn more calories in a shorter amount of time. So take 15 minutes on the treadmill (or wherever) alternating between walking and sprinting. Your heart will even keep pumping afterward, burning calories by itself! Then, build muscle. Once you get rid of the fat, you gotta work on what's underneath it -- or you'll just end up with that unfortunate "skinny fat" look. So after, before, or at a completely different time than your cardio, start pumping that iron. If dumbbells aren't your cup o' tea, you can use your own body to strengthen and tone itself. Planks, squats, lunges, burpees -- they'll all start firming you up. And then there's pilates and yoga -- awesome activities that will show results, too! . Keep it spicy This whole workout thing gets pretty boring if you don't mix it up. And doing the same thing over and over might get you results initially, but then they stop and you end up just running around in circles, getting nowhere. To beat the body plateau and the mind numb, start cross training. In other words, do a whole bunch of different stuff! It's the best way to stay motivated, too. So take a break from the gym and hit the pool. Switch up your treadmill for the elliptical. Go on a hike, play tennis, or go rock climbing. Take a free trial class at a pilates studio, try hot yoga, or sign up for Zumba. The options are endless! Turn anything into activity. Even though your schedule may only allow for an hour or so at the gym, that doesn't mean you can't find little opportunities throughout the day to get active. You'd be surprised how many calories you can burn doing a few yoga stances while you watch TV! Little things do add up. So start parking far away at work, taking the stairs, walking the dog the long way around the block, giving the house a good scrub down, and dancing while you get ready. Still skeptical? The Mayo Clinic team has said that the calories burned in everyday life are more important than they ever realized. They're people to trust! Do step-ups. Most gyms have workout benches or exercise steps if you don't have your own. Hold a dumbbell in each hand with your arms down at your sides. Step up with your right foot onto the bench and then your left foot. Step down with your right, then your left foot. Repeat 10 times. Reverse the lead foot and repeat the exercise 10 times. Beginners should start with 2-pound weights and work up to 15 pounds in each arm. Aim for 3 to 4 sets on each foot. Go faster! See how long you can go all out for and up it each workout session. Perform side leg raises. Put on ankle weights and hold onto a wall or piece of furniture to gain balance. Lift your right leg up straight in front of your body as far as you can. Lower your leg and repeat 10 times. Switch legs and lift 10 times. Keep your hips straight during the exercise! You want to feel that burn! Aim for 3 or 4 sets on each leg. Start doing as many as you can, of course, and work your way up gradually. Do leg lift exercises on the floor. Extend your legs and lie on your right side, with your hips stacked and your head supported by your right elbow. Raise your leg as high as you can and lower it. Repeat 10 times and then switch sides. Keep your abdominal muscles tight! Your core should always be contracted. Aim for 3 sets per leg. You can use resistance bands or ankle weights for a more advanced workout, too. Modify your leg lifts to switch it up. Get on your hands and knees, with your hands below your shoulders and your knees below your hips. With your knee bent, raise your left leg out to the side as high as you can. Hold it for 2 seconds and lower the leg back down. Keep your abs tight and your hips in line with your body. Repeat 10 times and switch legs. When you get good at this, do it fast, almost jumping between legs. When you go to bring your left foot in, push off with your right. Can you do it for a whole minute? Aim for 3 sets on each leg. 3 is a good number of sets for just about anything. . Do squats If you can do them in front of a mirror, even better -- that way you can make sure you have constant good form. Stand with your legs shoulder width apart and grab those dumbbells. Bring them to shoulder level, elbows bent, and work your way into a squat, abs flexed. Get into a position where you're parallel with the floor. Hold it in that position and lift back up. Repeat three sets of 10. At the end, hold the squat for as long as you can. And then 5 seconds more!
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Cut out the processed junk. Choose the right carbs. Pile on fruits and veggies. Stick to the good fats. Drink water. Eat three meals a day. Have a plan you can stick to. Know that you can't really spot reduce. First, burn away the fat. Then, build muscle. . Turn anything into activity. Do step-ups. Perform side leg raises. Do leg lift exercises on the floor. Modify your leg lifts to switch it up. .
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How to Survive a Lion Attack
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To survive a lion attack, stand your ground while waving your hands and shouting to make you appear more threatening. Next, back away slowly as you continue to flail your arms and shout so that the lion doesn't sense your fear. Additionally, try to retreat to an open area instead of a thicket or forest where the lion could follow you. If that doesn't work and the lion charges, attempt to remain standing so you can fight back. Then, aim punches or kicks at the lion's head or eyes to turn the lion off and scare it away.
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Do not panic. If you're being charged by a lion, you'll be extremely frightened. Do everything you can not to panic. Staying calm and thinking straight can help save your life. Knowing what to expect can help you stay calm. For example, know that the lion is going to growl while they charge. This can shake the ground beneath you but know this is normal for a lion attack. Do not run. Stand your ground. You need to take charge of the situation and show the lion that you're a threat. Turn so that you're side-on-side with the lion while clapping your hands, shouting, and waving your arms. This will make you appear bigger and more threatening to the lion. Lion behaviors differ from region to region. The biggest tourist attractions have lions that are more habituated to vehicles and therefore less afraid of humans. However, many lions with early encounters of humans will perform mock charges. Making yourself appear threatening will make them turn away. Retreat slowly. Do not turn your back. Keep flailing your arms and showing, but slowly step away sideways. If you run, the lion may sense your fear and chase after you. Remain threatening to the lion while you retreat. Avoid retreating to a thicket (such as a forest). Instead, retreat to an open area. Be prepared again. The lion may charge you again while you're trying to retreat. If this happens, shout as loudly as possible and raise your hands again. Truly yell from the depths of your stomach. This time, when it turns away, stop the aggression. Turn sideways and walk away. This can help avoid a fight. Remain standing. If these precautions don't work for any reason, the lion may charge. If this happens, remain standing. The lion will likely go for your face and throat. This means that it will jump and you'll have a full view of the giant cat. While this sounds terrifying, it will help to have a good view of the animal. If you were to crouch down, you would have much less of a chance to fight back if it attacked you at this angle. Aim for the face. When the cat jumps at you, fight back. Punch or kick the lion as it leaps at you. Aim for the head and eyes as you continue to fight the predator off. The cat is likely to be much stronger than you but using hitting it in the head and eyes will have a great impact and could turn the lion off of you. Seek immediate help. Lion attacks have been fought off by humans before. The humans that were attacked and fought off the cats were able to seek immediate medical help. Especially if the lion was able to get its jaw on you and bite you, you need to stop the bleeding. Tend immediately to any deep gashes from its teeth or claws. Seek psychological help. Even if the attack was a mock attack, it may be a good idea to seek professional psychological help about it. Getting past such a traumatic experience is no easy feat. It's a very rare situation to have been positioned in. Seeking help with aid you in moving on soon. Stay away from mating lions. Mating lions and lionesses are extremely aggressive. They are easily triggered during this time. There is no specific time of year that lions reproduce. However, it is very easy to know when lions are mating because when the lioness is in the heat, the couples mate up to 40 times a day. This lasts for several days. Stay away from cubs. No matter how tempting it may be or how cute lion cubs are, you should never interact with a lion cub. Lionesses are ferociously protective of their young and should therefore be given extra space. Do not attempt to interact with it in any way, shape or form. In the event you encounter cubs, try to find a route to take you as far from them as possible to avoid an attack. Keep a night watch. Lions are predominantly nocturnal. This is when they do a substantial amount of their hunting. If they're in predator mode, they are much more prone to attack. If you're in an area of high lion density overnight, maintain a night watch so that you aren't caught off-guard.
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Do not panic. Do not run. Retreat slowly. Be prepared again. Remain standing. Aim for the face. Seek immediate help. Seek psychological help. Stay away from mating lions. Stay away from cubs. Keep a night watch.
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How to Make Crystallized Ginger
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To make crystallized ginger, start by boiling peeled, sliced ginger in a covered pot over medium-high heat. After boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 30 minutes until the ginger is tender. Next, reserve 1 cup of water from the pot, drain the ginger, and return it to the pot along with the cup of water. Then, add sugar to the pot and cook over medium high heat until it boils. After boiling, reduce the heat to medium and cook for 30 minutes. Finally, separate the pieces, allow to cool, and coat with sugar.
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Gather your supplies. Aside from your few simple ingredients, you'll also need a couple basic kitchen tools and supplies to make your candied ginger. To make this tasty treat, you will need: Spoon or vegetable peeler Mandolin Large saucepan Strainer Candy thermometer Wire cooling rack, greased Baking sheet Large bowl Airtight container for storage Peel the ginger. You need to remove the skin from the ginger before crystallizing it, and one of the easiest ways to do this is with a spoon. Place the side of the spoon against the ginger root, and gently scrape away the skin. You can use a knife or vegetable peeler for this job instead. Vegetable peelers can be awkward to maneuver around all the knobs and bumps on ginger, and knives often take off too much flesh. Slice the ginger. Set your mandolin to one-eighth inch (3 mm). Place the ginger on the board and use the pusher to run the ginger over the blade. Collect the ginger slices and place them into a large saucepan. Use a sharp knife to slice the ginger into thin rounds if you don't have a mandolin. You can also cut the ginger into small cubes if you prefer. Boil the ginger. Add the water to the saucepan with the ginger slices. Put the lid on, and bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. When the water boils, reduce the temperature to medium and simmer for 30 minutes. The ginger is ready when it's tender to the touch and can easily be pierced with a fork. When the ginger is cooked, remove the pan from the heat. Drain. Remove about 1 cup (237 ml) of water from the saucepan and set it aside. Pour the ginger into a strainer to drain out the rest of the water. Return the ginger to the pot, along with the cup of water you reserved. Boil the ginger with the sugar. Add the sugar to the pot with the ginger and water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring regularly to prevent burning. When the mixture boils, reduce the heat to medium. Continue cooking, uncovered, for about 30 minutes, until the syrup reaches 225 F (107 C). When the syrup reaches the right temperature, remove the pan from the heat immediately. You can substitute honey in place of the sugar to make this recipe. Cool and separate the pieces. Place the greased cooling rack on top of a baking sheet. Spread the ginger pieces out over the cooling rack, letting the extra syrup fall down onto the baking sheet. With a fork, gently separate the ginger pieces so they can dry and cool. Set the ginger aside to cool for one to two hours. You want the ginger pieces sticky enough that sugar will adhere to them, but not so wet that the coating will slide off. Coat with extra sugar and cool completely. When the ginger is cool enough to handle, transfer the slices to a large bowl. Sprinkle in enough sugar to coat the ginger pieces in a thin layer of sugar. Toss or stir to distribute the sugar evenly and coat the slices. Transfer the ginger back to the cooling rack. Let the slices sit overnight to cool completely. Enjoy the ginger and store any leftovers. Once cool, you can enjoy your crystallized ginger immediately. If there is any ginger leftover, transfer it to an airtight container. The ginger will keep at room temperature for two to four weeks. Collect the ginger syrup and sugar. When you place the ginger on the cooling rack to dry, the baking sheet below will catch any excess syrup that drips off. Similarly, when you toss the ginger in sugar, any excess sugar will collect at the bottom of the bowl. Both ginger syrup and sugar can be used in drinks, baking, and other recipes. Collect the syrup when the ginger cools and no more excess is dripping off. Remove the baking tray from under the cooling rack and transfer the syrup to an airtight container. After you transfer the sugared ginger slices back to the cooling rack, transfer any leftover sugar from the bottom of the bowl to an airtight container. Use ginger syrup as a spicy substitute for white sugar. Ginger sugar can be substituted for regular sugar in any recipe you like. Because the ginger sugar has been in contact with real ginger, it will have a spicy tang to it that will flavor other products. Ginger sugar can be used in hot drinks like tea and cold drinks like lemonade. You can also use ginger sugar to coat the rim of glasses when you make cocktails. Ginger sugar makes a great addition to baked goods as well. Simply sprinkle the ginger sugar on top of cookies or muffins in place of regular sugar. Make a quick ginger ale. While true ginger ale is made with fermented ginger, you can make your own quick version by combining ginger syrup and soda water. Fill a tall glass with ice, pour in some soda water, and stir in some ginger syrup, to taste. If you have your own drink carbonator, you can also make your own ginger flavored soda water from scratch. Drizzle it on breakfast items and desserts. Ginger syrup is a delicious and spicy substitute for maple syrup or honey. You can drizzle ginger syrup on pancakes, waffles, ice cream, fruit, and other breakfast and dessert favorites. Create a DIY cough syrup. A homemade cough syrup won't get rid of your cold, but it will help to soothe your throat. Next time you're whipping up a batch, use ginger sugar in place of the sugar, or add a drizzle of syrup to the batch for some extra spice. Sprinkle it on ice cream. Candied ginger is spicy and sweet, so it pairs well with desserts like ice cream. Next time you're serving ice cream or sundaes for dessert, garnish the bowls with a few pieces of candied ginger. You can cut the ginger slices into small slivers before sprinkling them on the ice cream. Add spice to savory dishes. Ginger is also a spice that pairs well with certain savory dishes, particularly ones made with root vegetables and squash. To use candied ginger as a garnish on these dishes, slice or chop it into small pieces first. Great savory dishes you can use candied ginger on include: Candied yams Squash or pumpkin soup Mashed or roasted squash Roasted carrots Chew on it to treat an upset stomach. Many people like to use ginger for upset stomachs, including nausea, vomiting, aches, and motion sickness. Chewing on candied ginger can be a tasty treat and a comfort food when your stomach is upset. Other common ways people enjoy ginger for an upset stomach include drinking ginger ale or ginger tea. Whip up some lemon and candied ginger muffins. Ginger pairs well with citrus fruits, and there's no better way to get your morning started than with a lemon and candied ginger muffin. Use it in place of regular ginger in baked goods. You can substitute candied ginger for fresh ginger in any recipe that calls for fresh ginger. This includes tasty treats like gingerbread cake and gingered pumpkin cupcakes.
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Gather your supplies. Peel the ginger. Slice the ginger. Boil the ginger. Drain. Boil the ginger with the sugar. Cool and separate the pieces. Coat with extra sugar and cool completely. Enjoy the ginger and store any leftovers. Collect the ginger syrup and sugar. Use ginger syrup as a spicy substitute for white sugar. Make a quick ginger ale. Drizzle it on breakfast items and desserts. Create a DIY cough syrup. Sprinkle it on ice cream. Add spice to savory dishes. Chew on it to treat an upset stomach. Whip up some lemon and candied ginger muffins. Use it in place of regular ginger in baked goods.
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How to Stop Eating at Night
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To stop eating at night, try brushing your teeth and rinsing your mouth with mouthwash right after dinner so you're less tempted to eat again. Also, get rid of any junk food or unhealthy snacks you have at home so they're not there if you get a late-night craving. You should also make sure you're eating healthy, balanced meals throughout the day and not skipping any meals so you're less hungry at night.
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Know the difference between emotional and physical hunger. Sometimes we eat at night because we are genuinely hungry, especially if we deprive ourselves of calories throughout the day. Other times, nighttime eating is due to emotional hunger. Identifying whether your nighttime eating is physical or emotional is an important step in dealing with the problem. Does your hunger come on suddenly or gradually? Emotional hunger is more likely to manifest itself in the form of a sudden craving. Physical hunger comes on gradually. What kinds of foods are you craving? When you're experiencing emotional hunger, you're more likely to crave sweet or salty comfort foods than something substantial. Do you eat enough calories during the day? If you're on a calorie restricted diet or if you're skipping meals, then you'll likely experience physical hunger at night. If you've had a full meal earlier, however, your hunger is probably emotional. If you eat when you're stressed or because it makes you feel better, try looking for other things that bring you joy and help you de-stress, like going for a walk or reading a good book. Track your daily routine. In order to understand where and why you're overeating at night, keep track of your day and night routine. You can identify factors that encourage nighttime eating. Are you restricting your caloric intake or skipping meals? If this is the case, you end up thinking about food throughout the day. This encourages you to indulge in mindless snacking at night. Skipping breakfast is especially bad when it comes to encouraging nighttime eating. Do you do any pre-planning when it comes to dinner? Oftentimes, people hastily throw an unhealthy dinner together that leaves them feeling hungry later on. People also sometimes snack during dinner preparation, meaning they eat less of the substantial meal they cooked and fill up on empty calories. This results in hunger cravings later on. What is your post-dinner routine like? Oftentimes, people change into their PJ's and end up on the couch on their laptop or watching TV before bed. While nothing is wrong with a little rest and relaxation after a long day, mindless eating often happens during this time. People tend to snack while they watch TV or go online and do not pay much attention to what they're consuming. Understand how to control the hormones behind hunger. Four main hormones are often times the culprit when it comes to nighttime eating. An abundance or a deficit in insulin, leptin, ghrelin, Peptide YY, or cortisol can lead to nighttime snacking. Know what behaviors can affect your hormone levels and how to help your body properly regulate the hunger causing hormones. Insulin helps the body process sugar. Insulin tends to increase greatly in response to empty calories in the form of processed sugars and refined wheats. The spike is temporary, and the crash that comes afterwards leaves you hungry later on. Avoid sugary foods and white breads and pastas, especially around dinner time, as this can help maintain insulin levels and ward off unwanted hunger. Leptin is a hormone that is basically responsible for letting our brains know when our bodies are full. However, an increase intake in sugar, flour, and processed foods interferes with Leptin's ability to make you feel full. Yet again, avoiding sugary, processed calories throughout the day allows leptin to adequately protect us from overeating. Ghrelin is the hunger hormone and helps regulate the appetite. It lets us know when we need to eat and, as is the case with the above hormones, can be thrown off by erratic eating habits and poor quality foods. Eat regularly and eat enough calories each day, in the form of whole wheats, fruits and veggies, and lean proteins. Peptide YY is a hormone found in the intestine that, much like leptin, contributes to letting the body know it has enough food. When our intestines are not being provided with quality calories, Peptide YY will signal we need more food even if we've consumed amount of calories. Fill up on substantial foods rather than empty carbs and sweets. Cortisol is the stress hormone. While less directly related to hunger than the above hormones, a rise in cortisol triggers a rise in insulin and blood sugar. This makes us hungry. In other words, stress can lead to overeating. Look into ways to reduce overall stress, such as exercise and meditation. This keeps cortisol in check and hunger at bay. Eat breakfast. Breakfast is perhaps the most important step for combating nighttime food cravings. A healthy breakfast sets the tone for the rest of the day and can keep you full at night. Shifting your caloric intake towards the morning can help you feel full later in the day. If the bulk of your daily calories are consumed during breakfast and lunch, then you'll have less room during and after dinner to overindulge. Go for lean protein, whole wheats, and fruit for breakfast. Ideally, aim for about 350 calories. If you exercise a lot, however, or have a physically demanding job consider upping the amount. Eggs are a favorite breakfast food for a good reason. They're a great source of protein, which helps balance your blood sugar later in the day. However, make sure you prepare your eggs in a healthy fashion. Cook them in olive or canola oil over butter or margarine and do not add too much salt. If you're not an egg eater, other healthy breakfast proteins include granola, nuts, low-fat cheeses, and low-fat milk. Purge the junk food from your cupboard. If you happen to have your favorite snacks on hand, you'll keep focusing on them. Even if you're not hungry, you will likely crave the taste. Removing the junk means removing the temptation. Identify which foods you go for during nighttime snacking. Oftentimes, especially if our eating is emotional, we go for the sweet or salty. It might be best to toss the bag of oreos or microwave popcorn if you find yourself snacking on junk food at night. If you really feel you deserve a bedtime snack, consider altering your junk food supply rather than completely eliminating it. Purchase 100 calorie bags of chips or sleeves of cookies. You can also mix healthy foods with less healthy ones for a low calorie nighttime treat. Dip fruit in chocolate spreads, like Nutella, for example, or mix a small amount of brown sugar into a bowl of oatmeal. If you want junk food like chips and dips on hand for social gatherings, you can keep certain foods in your cupboards but restrict your personal access. Put the junk food on high shelves that take awhile to reach. Freeze sweets and cookies so they have to thaw before consumption. When you want to indulge a craving, you'll have added time to consider what you're doing and re-think the unhealthy snack. Choose foods with a low glycemic index. The glycemic index is a ranking of carbohydrates measuring how much a certain food raises blood-glucose levels in the body. Low glycemic foods leave one feeling fuller longer, which reduces the likelihood of nighttime eating. A sudden rise in blood sugar, often a result of processed foods and refined sugars, leads to a burst of insulin, which in turn reduces the blood sugar levels back to normal. This zig-zagging rise and fall means you end up hungrier faster. If you're consuming foods with a high glycemic index throughout the day, you'll be hungrier longer. This can lead to nighttime eating. Essentially, a low glycemic diet means getting the bulk of our daily carbohydrates from whole wheat grains, vegetables and fruits, and healthy proteins. Products with added sugar or made from white wheat are not recommended. Foods with a low glycemic index score 55 or below on the GI scale. Low glycemic foods include barley, beans, bran cereal, carrots, celery, lentils, whole wheat pasta, brown rice, low-fat yogurt, and a variety of fruits and veggies. High glycemic foods have a score of 70 and over. They include sugary cereals, white breads and rices, potatoes, pretzels, and most sweets. Eating healthy, balanced meals is a good way to prevent sugar cravings. Eat and drink throughout the day. Depriving yourself of calories throughout the day leads to nighttime overeating. Making sure you're well-nourished in the hours leading up to the evening can stop nighttime eating. Do not drink your calories. Oftentimes, we fill up on sugary sodas, juices, and sports drinks. The added sugar mess with our blood sugar levels, leading to late night hunger. Drink water if you're thirsty or low/no calorie beverages like coffees and teas. Snack healthy. If you get hungry between meals, do not simply ignore those cravings. If they come gradually, you're likely experiencing physical hunger and your body needs more fuel. Try eating a handful of nuts or a small bowl of fruit or veggies. Filling up your body with healthy snacks throughout the day curbs the desire to eat at night. Eat balanced meals. Balanced meals are comprised of plenty of fruits and veggies, whole wheats and grains, lean proteins like fish and poultry, and heart healthy fats such as those found in olive and canola oil. Prepare healthy nighttime snacks. If overeating at night is a habit, you're not likely to give it up overnight. You can help ease the transition by switching from unhealthy nightly snacks to healthier options. Cut up fruits and vegetables and keep them in Tupperware containers in your fridge. That way, they'll be easy to grab when the desire to eat after dinner surfaces. You can buy pre-sliced fruit and veggies from the supermarket. This might be a good option if you tend to be disorganized and may not remember to prepare nighttime snacks yourself. Vegetable spears dipped in guacamole, hummus, pesto, or raw almond butter is a great healthy snack. If you're a chip eater, you might be tempted to swap out the regular potato chips for supposedly healthier options like kettle chips, baked chips, and chips made from healthy sounding ingredients like sweet potato and quinoa. Be wary of such options. Oftentimes, the nutritional profile of such "healthy" options is similar to that of any potato chip. They're still, essentially, empty carbs. You're better off ditching the chips altogether in terms of a nightly snack. Find a new hobby. Nighttime eating is often mindless, a result of boredom while engaging in other activities like watching television. If you keep busy with other hobbies, you're less likely to end up overeating. Choose activities that occupy your hands. Take up knitting or sewing. Try starting a 1,000 piece puzzle. Teach yourself cat's cradle. Buy a sketchbook and learn to draw. Anything to keep your hands focused on something other than eating is ideal. Use your mind as well. Nighttime eating can sometimes be the result of emotional stress, so if you keep your mental energies focused elsewhere you're less likely to over indulge at night. Buy a book of crossword puzzles or sudoku. Many trivia games are available online, where you can compete with other players. If you live with a significant other or roommate, consider having a game of cards or a board game be a nightly ritual. Have fun throughout the day. Oftentimes, people unwinding at the end of the day with a snack is the highlight of their day. If this is the case for you, try to incorporate pleasant activities throughout the day. That way, you'll put less focus on nightly snacks as your primary form of emotional release. Try to make room for small pleasures. What are things you enjoy? What are your interests? If you drive to work or use public transportation, try listening to podcasts on subjects that interest you and your morning commute. If you enjoy reading, read a book while waiting for a bus or train. Make time during your lunch hour for a leisurely walk. Make a quick stop by a store you like after work a few nights a week, even if it's just to browse. Join a club. Meeting new people, and getting involved in your community, can increase your overall level of happiness. This means less focus will be placed on nighttime eating as a form of unwinding and relaxing. Websites like Meetup help you find gatherings relevant to your interests or you could visit a local community center and see what classes and clubs are available. Incorporate a nighttime treat unrelated to eating into your day-to-day routine. Do you enjoy walking? Go for a half an hour walk in the hours leading to bed time. Are you a gamer? Find a video game you enjoy and allow yourself an hour of play before bedtime. Brush your teeth after dinner. Brushing your teeth can be a great way to curb the desire to eat at night for a variety of reasons. Many people enjoy the clean mouth feel and do not want to sully it with eating. If you brush your teeth shortly after dinner rather than right before bed, you may be less likely to eat at night. Toothpaste and mouth wash changes the flavor of foods. Go-to late night snacks, like salty and sweet options, do not seem appetizing after you've cleaned your teeth with minty products. Buy breath strips or sugar free mint-flavored gum from a supermarket. If you start to feel cravings after the clean-mouth feel wears off, you can reignite the sensation by using a breath strip or chewing gum. Get enough sleep. Oftentimes, an erratic sleep schedule can fuel an erratic eating schedule. Changing your sleep schedule can help curb nighttime food cravings. A poor sleep schedule can easily result in missing meals, breakfast especially. For example, say you have to be at work at 9AM each day but stay up until 2AM each night. You're probably less likely to get up early enough to make breakfast, and as stated missing breakfast is a surefire way to encourage nighttime eating. Staying up late also results in boredom. Less people are around and less establishments are open. Many people end up snacking because they have little else to do. Get on a solid sleep schedule. This means going to bed and waking up at roughly the same time each day, and aiming for 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night. Your body and mind will adjust to the routine and you begin to experience sleepiness around the same time each day. Seek support. If it has become a habit to eat at night, every night, don't assume that it will be an easy habit to break. It will be a challenge in the beginning and asking friends and family members for support can help you cope with the issue. If you live with other people, ask your roommates, significant others, or family to not keep junk food around that they know will tempt you. Also, you could ask them to join you in breaking the night-eating habit. If you live alone, try to find friends you can text or talk to on the phone. Social interaction can combat boredom and stress, key triggers for nighttime eating. Online communities often offer support, advice, and tips. Look for forums and message boards to talk about your struggles with nighttime eating and seek out guidance from those in a similar situation.
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Know the difference between emotional and physical hunger. Track your daily routine. Understand how to control the hormones behind hunger. Eat breakfast. Purge the junk food from your cupboard. Choose foods with a low glycemic index. Eat and drink throughout the day. Prepare healthy nighttime snacks. Find a new hobby. Have fun throughout the day. Brush your teeth after dinner. Get enough sleep. Seek support.
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How to Stop Getting Too Much Sleep
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The best way to stop getting too much sleep is to get yourself on a sleep schedule by going to sleep at the same time each night and waking up at the same time each morning. If you have trouble waking up, stop using the snooze button and setting multiple alarms. Try to get up right away, open the curtains, and take a shower to wake up. To help you fall asleep at night, try drinking less caffeine, and avoid looking at screens before bed.
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Stay on a routine. Your body gets used to doing the same things at the same time. When it comes to sleep, a steady schedule is best. By going to bed and getting up at the same time, your body will become accustomed to sleeping a certain number of hours at night which can help you avoid sleeping too much. Your body will want to wake up. Make your bedtime mandatory. Set a bedtime for yourself, at least eight hours before you must get up. To make sure you are actually going to sleep at your bedtime, set an alarm on your phone about an hour before. That way, you have time to wind down, turn off the electronics, and get ready for bed. Be mindful of sleep cycles. One sleep cycle is about 90 minutes; therefore, try to plan the amount of sleep you get around your cycles. In fact, if you find yourself awake slightly before your alarm goes off, you should just get up, rather than entering another cycle. Waking up in the beginning or middle of a cycle can make you groggy. Use light and darkness to your advantage. Darkness and light are important to your sleeping rituals — reducing light exposure prompts your body to start producing melatonin, a hormone that makes you sleepy. Light (either natural light from the sun in the morning or artificial light from lamps and electronic devices) will suppress the production of melatonin, helping you feel more alert. Once you get in a rhythm, the darkness will help you sleep, and the light will signal your body to wake up. When you go to bed, make sure to shut out any light. Turn off hall lights, and cover your alarm clock. Put up blackout curtains if streetlight comes through your windows or you must sleep during the day. When you wake up, use light to your advantage. Open up the curtains, if it's light out already, or go outside for a few minutes. If it's not light out, try using a light box with full spectrum light. Get exercise in earlier in the day. Don't exercise in the three hours before going to sleep. If you exercise too close to bedtime, it may stimulate your mind and body, keeping you awake. . Don't hit the snooze button It's tempting to get a few extra minutes of sleep in the morning by hitting "snooze" on the alarm; however, doing so can make you groggy, which means you'll want to sleep even more. Try to get up as soon as the alarm starts to go off. Don't set multiple alarms, either. You may like waking up to the first alarm knowing you have another 15 or 30 minutes to sleep before your "real" alarm goes off, but this will interrupt your sleep cycle and make it harder to get up when it's time. One way to ensure you wake up is to make sure your alarm clock isn't within arm's reach. Basically, you don't want to be able to hit snooze. Try moving it across the room so you have to get out of bed to turn it off. Another thing that can help you wake up is to use a natural light alarm clock. It's like having a little sun in your bedroom to wake you up. Take a shower. After getting some light, hop in the shower. To make it especially refreshing, try switching between hot and cold water every 20 seconds. This method will help jolt you awake. Look forward to something. You can make getting up easier by having something you love every morning. Maybe it's as simple as a cup of tea or a coffee, or maybe you have a bowl of your favorite cereal. Use something you love as a motivation to get up and moving. Get up and move. If you find yourself getting drowsy, it's time to move about. Try to take a short walk, even if it's just to the bathroom or break room. 20 minutes is ideal, but if you can't manage that, just try a quick walk around the office or a few jumping jacks to get your blood pumping. Avoid heavy meals at lunchtime. If you're eating a heavy meal at lunchtime, you're more likely to feel tired in the afternoon. Try eating something light, such as a salad. Be sure to include 3 – 4 ounces of protein (one serving), as it can help you power through the afternoon. It's fine to snack on healthy foods if you start feeling hungry in the afternoon. It's better to stick to smaller meals or snacks rather than having one huge meal at noon. Look away from your computer. If you find yourself getting sleepy at your computer, it's time to take a break, at least from staring at the screen. Try to look at something else across the room for at least five minutes. Spread out your caffeine intake. It's no secret that caffeine can help you stay awake; however, science has shown it's best to spread out your caffeine throughout the day instead of taking one big dose in the morning in the form of three or four cups of coffee. To spread it out, try drinking something with a lower amount of caffeine, such as green tea, more often throughout the day, or just drinking smaller amounts of coffee at a time. Also, don't drink caffeine too close to bedtime, as it can keep you awake, making you more tired the next day. Try to stop the caffeine about six hours before bedtime (and remember chocolate contains caffeine!). Try a little music. Music can help rev up your energy, especially if it's something you like. Instead of sticking to silence, plug in some headphones if you're at work or crank up the radio if you're at home. It's hard to fall asleep if you're bopping your head along to your favorite song. Skip naps. Even if you feel like going to sleep, try to stay away from the bedroom or the couch. Don't be anywhere that you enjoy snoozing. If you find yourself snoozing constantly, even at your desk, you may want to see a doctor about being tested for narcolepsy. Wash your face. You don't actually have to use soap; however, taking a trip to the bathroom to throw some cold water on your face can help you wake up. If you've got makeup on, try putting some cold water on the back of your neck.
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Stay on a routine. Make your bedtime mandatory. Be mindful of sleep cycles. Use light and darkness to your advantage. Get exercise in earlier in the day. . Take a shower. Look forward to something. Get up and move. Avoid heavy meals at lunchtime. Look away from your computer. Spread out your caffeine intake. Try a little music. Skip naps. Wash your face.
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How to Win at a Claw Machine
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While winning at a claw machine can be challenging, there are a few techniques that you can use to increase your chances of getting what you want. Start by picking a machine that isn't fully or tightly packed with prizes, which make it harder to pick anything up. If possible, pick a machine with 3-pronged claws, which are the best for picking things up with. Before putting your money in the machine, pick the prize that you're aiming for. Then, ask a friend to watch from the sides to help you figure out when the claw is directly over the prize. When you're in the best position, drop the claw and go for your prize!
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Choose a claw machine that isn’t full of tightly packed prizes. In other words, go for the claw machine that people have already been playing for a while. This way, the prizes won't be packed together so tightly that they're hard to pick up with a claw. This effectively means that you should look for prize pits that aren't more than about halfway full. Be on the lookout for prize pits where all the stuffed animal prizes are facing outward and look very tightly packed. The prizes in those machines will probably be very hard to pick up. Aim to use machines with 3-pronged claws for the best results. 3-pronged claws are generally easier to win with than 2-pronged and 4-pronged claws. Although 4-pronged claws are pretty good at picking up stuffed animals, you'll have the most luck with most prizes by using a 3-pronged claw. 4-pronged claws are great for grabbing around the chest area of a stuffed animal. When you use this type of claw on a stuffed animal, try to maneuver the claw so that the four prongs are positioned both above and below the arms with the central part of the claw close to the neck or high chest area. Watch somebody play the claw machine before you to study it. As that person is playing, pay attention to how the machine operates and how difficult it is to pick up a prize with it. Count how many seconds the machine gives the player after they put their money in, as well. For example, when the player ahead of you goes to pick up a prize, look to see how loose the grip on the claw is. If it's a very loose grip and doesn't hold on to prizes very well, you probably shouldn't play that machine, since it'll be very difficult to win. Another thing to pay attention to is how easy the crane is to move around. It will be useful to know ahead of time how jerky or smooth the crane moves around over the prize pit. Pick a prize to go for before you put your money into the machine. This way, you won't spend precious seconds trying to decide which prize you want. The best prizes to go for are the ones near the top of the pile in the center of the prize pit. Note that rounder prizes, like baseballs and footballs, are usually more difficult to pick up than angular objects, like stuffed animals. Have a friend stand on the side of the machine to help you. Ask your friend to watch from the sides and help you determine when the claw is directly over the prize you're going for. This will help you to move your claw into position as quickly as possible and save precious time. If you don't have anyone around to help, judge the claw's position by looking at the mirror inside the claw machine. The mirror can serve as your second person. Spend the first 10 seconds maneuvering the claw over the prize. Begin doing this immediately after you put your money into the machine. Try to move the claw into position over the prize as closely as possible. This is assuming you only have 15 seconds before the claw drops. If you have 30 seconds, spend about the first 20 seconds moving your claw into position. Be sure to look at the position of the claw from the side of the machine, as well, to be as accurate as possible in your positioning. Use the last 5 seconds making tiny adjustments to the claw’s position. Make tiny movements to get the claw into just the right position over your prize. Have your partner on the side of the machine help you guide the claw into position. Be very careful making your adjustments in these last 5 seconds. Don't move the claw so much that it's completely out of position for picking up the prize. Drop the claw when you’re in the absolute best position. Be sure to press the button that lowers the claw before your time runs out. Otherwise, the machine will move the claw back into starting position and you'll have to start over. Note that on some machines, the claw will automatically drop when time runs out, no matter where it is. Repeat this process to try again if you didn’t get your prize. Odds are, you won't get your prize on the first try. On subsequent tries, try to move the prizes in the pit around to put the prize you want in a better position. For example, if there's another prize on top of the prize that you want, use the claw to bump the first prize out of the way to put the prize you want in a better position. Set a budget for how much money to spend on the machine. Since it will probably take you multiple tries to get the prize you want, it's easy to end up spending a lot of money on 1 claw machine. Aim to spend only a certain amount of money trying to win at the claw machine and quit trying once you've spent that much money. For best results, your budget should not exceed the actual value of the prize. If the prize you want costs $5, for example, don't spend more than $5 trying to win it at the machine. Be on the lookout for machines with prizes that are too good to be true. If the prizes in the pit look very expensive, that machine is more likely to be rigged. In those instances, trying to win at that claw machine is probably just a waste of money. For example, steer clear of prize pits where the prizes are high-end pieces of technology, like smartphones, or have money wrapped around them. Refrain from going after prizes that are very low or near the windows. Prizes near the windows tend to be harder to grab with the claw. Prizes that are very low, meanwhile, will be harder for the claw to get to. If possible, aim for items closer to the drop box section. Prizes near the drop box are ideal because if the claw drops your prize, there's a better chance it will fall into the drop box. If a prize is very low, this also increases the likelihood that the claw will drop the prize as it's picking it up.
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Choose a claw machine that isn’t full of tightly packed prizes. Aim to use machines with 3-pronged claws for the best results. Watch somebody play the claw machine before you to study it. Pick a prize to go for before you put your money into the machine. Have a friend stand on the side of the machine to help you. Spend the first 10 seconds maneuvering the claw over the prize. Use the last 5 seconds making tiny adjustments to the claw’s position. Drop the claw when you’re in the absolute best position. Repeat this process to try again if you didn’t get your prize. Set a budget for how much money to spend on the machine. Be on the lookout for machines with prizes that are too good to be true. Refrain from going after prizes that are very low or near the windows.
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