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https://www.wikihow.com/Do-Pullups	How to Do Pullups	To do pullups, grip the bar with your palms facing either way. It's most efficient to have your palms facing toward you, but if you want to really work your biceps, lats, deltoids, and triceps, then have your palms facing out. Next, fully extend your arms, then pull yourself up until your chin is just over the bar. To work your muscles harder, lower yourself back down in a controlled manner until your arms are fully extended again. If pullups are challenging for you, try exercises that build arm strength, such as biceps curls.	Grip a pullup bar with your palms facing whichever direction you prefer. In general, having your palms facing towards you is most efficient. When you pull yourself up with your hands facing this way, you give your biceps and lats a better workout. Pulling yourself up with your palms out is considered the most difficult way to pull up your bodyweight but also gives deltoids and triceps a good workout. Start with your arms fully extended. Pull your bodyweight up until your chin is just barely above the bar. You may have to strain, but keep pulling until you've lifted yourself up using your back and biceps. In order to keep your bodyweight centered, you can cross your feet beneath you as you lift yourself up. Remember kicking your feet to gain extra momentum isn't helping anything. Lower yourself until your arms are fully extended. Lower yourself in a controlled way to work the muscles harder and prep yourself for the next pull. Do another pullup. Once your arms are almost extended, start pulling up again. Repeat for as many reps as you can. Don't let your number of repetitions bring you down; you can only get better. If possible, do 3 sets of 10 reps. Try negative pull-ups. These are similar to pull-ups, except you use a prop to help you get your chin up over the bar. The strength is gained when you slowly lower yourself back to starting position. After doing negative pull-ups for awhile, you'll find you get better at regular pull-ups. Stand on a chair or a box, or have a spotter stand next to you. Grip the pullup bar with your palms facing your preferred direction. Pull yourself up with the assistance of the chair or your spotter. Slowly lower yourself back to starting position. Repeat. Do assisted pull-ups. These are done using a bar that is lower to the ground, enabling you to build up strength by lifting only part of your body weight with each rep. These can also be done using elastic workout bands. Sit under the bar and grip it with your palms facing out. Straighten up and lift about 50 percent of your body weight, keeping your feet on the ground and your knees slightly bent. Keep lifting until your chin is over the bar. Slowly lower yourself back to starting position. Repeat. Do jumping pull-ups. When you jump into a pullup, the momentum you gain with the jump helps propel your body up so you can lift your chin over the bar much more easily than you'd be able to otherwise. This is great practice for doing classic pull-ups. Stand below the pullup bar and grip it with your palms facing out. Jump and pull at the same time, lifting yourself over the bar. Slowly lower yourself back to starting position. Repeat. Do biceps curls. You'll need a pair of dumbbells in a weight that you can lift 8 - 10 times before feeling muscle fatigue. Doing this exercise 2 times weekly will build up strength in your biceps and eventually help you get better at pull-ups. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and the dumbbells at your sides. Curl the dumbbells up to chest height, bending your elbows. Lower the dumbbells back to your sides. Repeat for 3 sets of 10 curls. Do reverse pushups. This exercise simulates a pullup, but it's a lot easier to do because most of your weight is on the ground. It's an excellent way to start building up enough strength to do a pullup. You'll need either a dip bar or a sturdy mop or broom positioned across two chairs. Here's how to do it: Lie down with your neck positioned under the bar or broom. Bend your legs and keep your feet against the floor. Grip the bar with your palms facing out. Lift your chest toward the bar as far as possible. Lower back down to the ground and repeat. Do pulldowns. You'll need a pulldown machine to do this. It's another effective way to strengthen your upper body and make you better at pull-ups. Stand in front of a pulldown machine and grip the bar. Sit down and pull the bar down to your collar bones. Keep your shoulder blades down and back and lean backward while you do this. Repeat. Try chin-ups. This is like a pullup, but instead of gripping the bar with your palms facing out, they should face toward you. This position is generally easier and exercises the biceps and upper back. This position is a great compound bicep exercise, and a good exercise to do when you're training to become better at pull-ups. Grip the bar with your hands facing you. Pull your bodyweight off of the ground, crossing your feet beneath you. Keep lifting until your chin reaches the bar. Lower yourself back down.	Grip a pullup bar with your palms facing whichever direction you prefer. Pull your bodyweight up until your chin is just barely above the bar. Lower yourself until your arms are fully extended. Do another pullup. Try negative pull-ups. Do assisted pull-ups. Do jumping pull-ups. Do biceps curls. Do reverse pushups. Do pulldowns. Try chin-ups.
https://www.wikihow.com/Assemble-a-Cornelius-Keg	How to Assemble a Cornelius Keg	To assemble a Cornelius keg, place o-rings on both tubes, then slide the long liquid dip tube into the “out” port, and the shorter tube into the “in” port. Place the small poppet valves in the liquid and gas plugs, and attach an o-ring to the plugs if they're not already installed. Securely screw these plugs onto the keg tank over the dip tubes to form a tight seal. Fit the large o-ring onto the lid, and screw in the pressure relief valve, then put the lid into place and push down on the bar to secure it.	Collect the keg components. The components consist of the keg tank, a long liquid dip tube and o-ring, a short gas dip tube and o-ring, one lid and o-ring, a pressure relief valve for the lid, one gas plug (post) with o-ring, one liquid plug (post) with o-ring, and two small poppet valves that fit inside the plugs (posts). There is a total of five o-rings. There are different types of Cornelius kegs, and different brands of similar five gallon soda kegs are generally referred to as Cornelius kegs. Be sure that the components that you have for a specific keg all correspond with a specific keg design. The pin-lock type of keg is generally not used, and it is far more common to find and use the ball-lock variety. If rebuilding a keg, all of the o-rings are usually replaced with new ones, as they can absorb soda odors, and possibly harbor bacteria and the like. Clean and sanitize all of the components if necessary. There is little reason to assemble a dirty keg! Used kegs usually still have soda residue in and on them, and must be completely and thoroughly cleaned as well as sanitized. Completely disassembled kegs can be soaked overnight in a solution of Powdered Brewery Wash or similar cleanser, scrubbed, rinsed, and then sanitized. Be sure to remove the o-rings during this process, and replace them if necessary. Note that the plug (post) o-rings are not easily removed, so should be kept on during cleaning and sanitizing unless the keg is being completely rebuilt. Slide the o-ring on the long liquid dip tube and insert the dip tube into the keg through the "out" port. The end of the tube will usually angle in to the center of the bottom of the keg. Some home brewers will cut one half to three quarters of an inch off of the end of the liquid dip tube to prevent the uptake of yeast sediment when dispensing beer. To do this, cut off the desired length with a tubing cutter, a Dremel cutting wheel or hacksaw, then smooth the resulting jagged edge with sandpaper. The dip tube cannot be used right away, as the part that was cut will be prone to rust. Freshly cut stainless steel must go through a process called passivation before it is rust resistant. The rusting can be prevented by cleaning the tube with a cleanser such as Bar Keepers Friend. The easiest method involves cleaning the metal well, then allowing the metal to passivate over the course of a week or so by itself (this happens as it is exposed to the air). Slide the o-ring on the short gas dip tube and insert the tube into the "in" port. Install the o-rigs on the plugs (posts) if not already installed and place the small poppet valves in the liquid and gas plugs (posts). Securely screw the plugs with the poppet valves onto the keg tank over the dip tubes so that a good seal is formed. Use a combination or box wrench or a socket wrench that can properly fit both plugs (posts). Keg plugs (posts) come in different sizes, but many will fit a 7/8" or 11/16" wrench. For common Cornelius kegs, the base of the liquid "out" plug (post) will be hexagonal. The liquid "out" and gas "in" plugs are not interchangeable. The keg plug (post) for the gas inlet will only connect properly to the keg connector (disconnect) that attaches the keg to the gas cylinder, and the liquid "out" post will only connect properly to the keg connector (disconnect) that attaches the keg to the beer faucet. Fit the large o-ring on the lid, and screw in the pressure relief valve. Fit the lid in the keg and secure by pushing down the bar that is attached to the lid.	Collect the keg components. Clean and sanitize all of the components if necessary. Slide the o-ring on the long liquid dip tube and insert the dip tube into the keg through the "out" port. Slide the o-ring on the short gas dip tube and insert the tube into the "in" port. Install the o-rigs on the plugs (posts) if not already installed and place the small poppet valves in the liquid and gas plugs (posts). Securely screw the plugs with the poppet valves onto the keg tank over the dip tubes so that a good seal is formed. Fit the large o-ring on the lid, and screw in the pressure relief valve. Fit the lid in the keg and secure by pushing down the bar that is attached to the lid.
https://www.wikihow.com/Contact-Bill-Gates	How to Contact Bill Gates	Bill Gates is one of the busiest and most famous men in the world, but there are a few ways you can try to contact him. Try tweeting Bill Gates on Twitter or sending him a direct message on Instagram. Or, comment on one of his posts on Facebook. You can also connect with him on LinkedIn if you have a premium account or mutual acquaintances. If you want to contact Bill Gates about his charity work, you can email [email protected]. Alternatively, write a letter and mail it to PO Box 23350, Seattle, WA, 98102.	Tweet at Bill Gates on Twitter using his handle, @BillGates. This is best if you want his opinion on a news topic or something equally casual and informal that you don't mind being public. Compose a tweet of 280 characters or less and tag @BillGates somewhere in the tweet (it doesn't matter if it's at the beginning, middle, or end). A sample tweet would be, “Question for you, @BillGates: What's your biggest tip for new grads like myself entering the tech field?” Don't spam his account by tweeting at him 20 times in a row. At most, tweet at him once a day and, if you're going to tweet at him multiple times, switch up the language of your tweet. Avoid copying and pasting. Connect with Bill Gates on LinkedIn with a personalized message. On his profile page, click the ellipses under his picture and select “Connect” from the menu that drops down. You'll be prompted to include a personal message that's 300 characters or less with your request. Briefly explain why you're reaching out to him and include your contact information like phone number and email address. If you don't customize your connection request, this is the automatic message that will be sent to Bill Gates with your request: “I'd like to add you to my professional network on LinkedIn.” A sample message would look like this: “Dear Bill Gates, I've been following you for a long time and am really impressed by how you started your own company and turned it into one of the biggest names in the world. I'd love to interview you about being an entrepreneur for a post on my blog. If you're interested, you can reach me at [email protected]. Thanks!” You can't send someone a private message on LinkedIn until you're connected. Comment on a picture or send a direct message on Instagram. Find Bill Gates' page by opening the Instagram app on your phone and searching “@thisisbillgates.” For quick remarks like compliments or feedback, leave a comment on Bill Gates' most recent picture with your question. For longer queries, tap the ellipses in the top right corner of his page and then tap “Send Message” from the menu that pops up. This will send him a private message. It's not necessary to tag @thisisbillgates in the comments or messages. He will automatically receive a notification without the tag. Bill Gates rarely, if ever, comments back on his pictures so don't leave a comment if it's something you want him to answer. If he responds to a comment, you'll get a notification. A conversation bubble in an orange box will pop up at the bottom of the app. If he responds to a direct message, you'll see the mailbox icon in the top right corner of your homepage turn into a blue circle with a “1” in it. Tap the circle to read his response. Leave a comment on one of his Facebook posts. There's no option to directly message Bill Gates via his Facebook profile so comment on one of his pictures or status updates instead. Acknowledge the original post with a compliment or comment on the content of the post, then move onto your own question or reason for contacting him. Everyone can see your comment so keep it professional and respectful. Your comment might be, “Love this picture of you and your daughter! What's been the hardest part about raising kids while having a successful career at the same time?” Bill Gates' profile page is located at www.facebook.com/BillGates. Start with an intriguing subject line that will get him to open the email. This is the most important step to ensure that your email isn't just automatically deleted. Express what the email is about in an interesting way. For example, your subject line could be, “A note from your biggest fan” instead of “Contact request.” Using your question as the subject line itself is a straightforward and practical method. Your subject line would be, “What inspired you to start Microsoft?”. Keep your subject line to less than 70 characters so it is mobile-friendly. Avoid emojis, all caps, or excessive exclamation points that make your email look like spam. This could get it sent to the junk mail folder, never to be seen again. Describe the reason for your email in less than 125 words. No one wants to read a huge wall of text, especially not someone as busy as Bill Gates. The shorter the email, the better. Be concise and get straight to the point by including your reason for contacting him in the very first sentence, then using the next 2 to 3 sentences to flesh out the details. The entire email should be about 4 to 6 sentences. A sample email would look like, “Hi Mr. Gates, I loved your book The Road Ahead so much that I'd like to raffle off a signed copy of it for an upcoming charity event I'm hosting. The event is on October 3rd at the University of Michigan and all proceeds from the raffle will go towards helping inner city children get into college. If you're interested in supporting such a great cause, you can mail the book to my attention at 515 East Jefferson Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109. Feel free to reach out with any questions. Thank you, John Smith.” Run your email copy through a free spelling and grammar check. Gmail has these features built in but there are plenty of sites online where you can paste your text and have it reviewed instantly for free. Send the finished email to [email protected]. This is the general email for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and the only public email available for Bill Gates. Make sure all of the fields (subject line, address, and body) are filled out correctly and thoroughly before clicking “Send.” You may get an automatic response letting you know that your email was received. CC yourself on the email too to get it in your inbox and see what it looks like. CC is email lingo for “carbon copy” and is an optional field below the address field where you can type in your own email address. If you're part of the media or press and have a media inquiry, email [email protected]. Write a 1-page letter to Bill Gates addressing the 5 W’s. These are who, what, when, where, and why. Include a brief description of who you are, what your reason for contacting Mr. Gates is, and why he should care about whatever it is you're asking for or saying. The “when” and “where” W's are only applicable if you're contacting him about an event or interview. Be as specific as possible when you're writing your letter and include as many details as you can without going over a single-spaced, typed page. Keep your letter professional. Even if you are expressing a complaint, remember that you're talking to a very well-respected and influential man. Be respectful and always err on the side of being too formal rather than too casual when it comes to your language. Use a spell check program on your computer or ask a friend to proofread your letter before you send it to fix any typos or grammar mistakes. Include a prepaid return envelope if you want a response. This is not only a courtesy, it also increases the chances that you'll get a response since it makes answering your letter incredibly easy and convenient. Purchase the envelope with a prepaid stamp or label at the post office and have it addressed to you so Bill Gates can respond without spending a dime or having to go to the post office himself. Most shipping services also offer prepaid envelope options. The cost of a prepaid envelope depends on the size of the envelope, which shipping service you're using, and the current postage rate. Fill the envelope and address it to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The foundation's mailing address is PO Box 23350, Seattle, WA, 98102. Write or type the address on the front of the envelope along with “Attn: Bill Gates” on the first line so the mailman knows exactly who in the building should receive the letter. Stuff the envelope with your letter and, if you're sending one, the prepaid return envelope. The physical headquarters' address is also listed on the foundation's website. That address is: 500 Fifth Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109. Mail the filled envelope with a tracking number. Instead of just dropping the envelope in the mailbox, go to the post office or shipping service in person and request that the letter be sent with tracking. This means that you'll be given a unique number that you can use to check the status of your envelope online and know when it's delivered and signed for. Tracking may make your postage a little more expensive but it's often worth it for peace of mind. If you live in the United States, the U.S. Postal Service offers tracking on first class mail and priority mail packages.	Tweet at Bill Gates on Twitter using his handle, @BillGates. Connect with Bill Gates on LinkedIn with a personalized message. Comment on a picture or send a direct message on Instagram. Leave a comment on one of his Facebook posts. Start with an intriguing subject line that will get him to open the email. Describe the reason for your email in less than 125 words. Send the finished email to [email protected]. Write a 1-page letter to Bill Gates addressing the 5 W’s. Include a prepaid return envelope if you want a response. Fill the envelope and address it to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Mail the filled envelope with a tracking number.
https://www.wikihow.com/Detect-Diabetes-Symptoms	How to Detect Diabetes Symptoms	To detect diabetes symptoms, monitor yourself for symptoms like increased thirst and hunger, dry mouth, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, weakness, lethargy, blurred vision, and numbness or tingling in the hands and feet. If you notice these symptoms, keep track of when and how often you experience them. However, keep in mind that these things can also be symptoms of other issues, so it's important that you see your doctor to get an accurate diagnosis. Your doctor will be able to run tests to determine whether or not you have diabetes and then recommend the best treatment plan if you do.	Recognize your risk for diabetes. Although doctors are not sure why some people develop diabetes, there are many different factors that can cause or contribute to diabetes. Being aware of your potential risk for diabetes helps you recognize the signs and can ensure you get a timely diagnosis and treatment. The following factors may increase your risk of type 1, type 2, or gestational diabetes: Family history. Environmental factors, such as exposure to viral illness. The presence of autoantibodies in the system, usually after a viral syndrome when the person is young. Dietary factors, such as low vitamin D consumption or exposure to cow's milk or cereals before the age of 4 months. Geography. Countries such as Finland and Sweden have higher rates of type 1 diabetes. Weight. The more fat cells you have, the more resistant to insulin they become. Sedentary lifestyle or inactivity. Exercising helps control weight and insulin production. Race. Certain groups, such as Hispanics and African Americans, are more prone to diabetes. Age. Your risk increases as you get older. Polycystic ovary syndrome. High blood pressure. Abnormal cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Metabolic syndrome. Gestational diabetes and giving birth to a baby over 9 pounds (4.1 kg) can also increase your risk for type 2 diabetes. Be aware of what doesn’t cause diabetes. Diabetes is a condition related to blood sugar, so some people might think it's related to eating sugar. Eating sugar doesn't cause diabetes, but if you are overweight then you can develop peripheral resistance to sugar. Therefore, you have to cut down on the amount of refined sugars that you consume. Watch for possible symptoms. Many symptoms of diabetes may not seem serious and aren't necessarily specific to the disease, so it's important to watch your bodily functions to detect potential signs. Identifying possible symptoms of diabetes can help you get a timely diagnosis and treatment. Symptoms of diabetes can include: Increased thirst Increased hunger, especially after eating Dry mouth Frequent urination (sometimes more often at night) Unexplained weight loss Weakness or feeling tired Blurred vision Numbness or tingling in the hands and feet Cuts and sores that heal slowly Itchy and dry skin, generally in the vaginal or groin region Frequent yeast infections Frequent infections of the skin and gums Keep track of possible symptoms. If you notice any of the signs of diabetes and are concerned they are related to the disease, pay close attention to your body. Note the symptoms you have and how frequently they occur in a notebook or on a piece of paper. These notes may come in handy if you have to see a doctor. Watch every bodily function that may be related to diabetes, including how you feel after you eat, if you're thirsty more often, if you urinate more often, and how quickly you heal from cuts or sores. Write down the specific symptoms, how often they occur, and what makes them better or worse. Make note of any feelings you experience that aren't necessarily related to diabetes. Ask your significant other if they have noticed symptoms. In some cases, your partner, spouse, or another loved one may have noticed symptoms of diabetes that you overlooked. Talk to them about any symptoms you've noticed and see if they have made similar observations or any others that might indicate diabetes. Tell your loved one what the different symptoms of diabetes are so that they can tell you if they have seen any changes in you or your bodily functions. See your doctor if you notice symptoms of diabetes. If you detect any of the signs or symptoms of diabetes, schedule an appointment to see you doctor as soon as possible. Getting a timely diagnosis and treatment from your doctor can help you avoid serious and life-threatening complications. Tell your doctor any symptoms you've experienced and for how long. Consider using the notes you made as a reference during your exam. Make sure your doctor is aware of any risk factors you have, including a family history of diabetes. Ask your doctor any questions you may have about diabetes or its treatment. Considering writing down questions before your appointment so that you don't forget to ask during the appointment. Get a definitive diagnosis. If your doctor suspects that you have diabetes, they will order additional testing. There are different types of tests to diagnose types 1 and 2 diabetes as well as gestational diabetes. The following tests are used to diagnose diabetes: A1c blood test, which is also known as a glycated hemoglobin test. This test shows your average blood sugar level for the past 2 to 3 months by showing how much blood sugar is attached to your hemoglobin. A level of 6.5 is considered diabetic. Random blood sugar test, which examines your blood sugar at an unspecified time. A level of 200 milligrams per deciliter indicates diabetes. Fasting blood sugar test, which is conducted after an overnight fast. If your blood sugar level is 126 milligrams per deciliter, it's considered diabetic. Oral glucose tolerance test, which requires overnight fasting and then drinking a sugary liquid the next morning. After this, your blood sugar levels will be tested over the next 2 hours. A reading of more than 200 milligrams per deciliter is considered diabetic. Initial glucose challenge test and follow-up glucose testing analyze the blood of pregnant women who have fasted and then consumed a sugary liquid. This usually occurs at 24–28 weeks of gestation. If your blood sugar level readings are high for 2 of 3 readings, you'll be diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Learn about prediabetes. In some cases, your doctor may notice that your tests have elevated blood sugar levels that don't qualify for a diabetes diagnosis. This can indicate prediabetes, which means you could develop diabetes. However, prediabetes is also a potentially reversible condition. Test result levels for prediabetes are: 5.7–6.4% on the A1c test 100–125 milligram per deciliter for the fasting blood sugar test 140–199 milligram per deciliter for the oral glucose tolerance test Receive treatment for diabetes. Depending on the severity of your diabetes, your doctor will likely prescribe different treatments to manage the condition. From insulin injections to healthy eating, following your doctor's treatment plan is important to manage diabetes and minimize your risk of complications. Medical treatments for diabetes you may receive are: Regular monitoring of your blood sugar at home and by your doctor Insulin therapy, including daily injections or an insulin pump Oral medication, such as metformin to stimulate your pancreas to produce more insulin (if you have type 2 diabetes) Physical activity, which may consist of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity per week A healthy diet, which may mean limiting calories to 1,800–2,000 a day and incorporating more fruits, vegetables, and lean meats and fish Controlling blood pressure and cholesterol Surgery, such as a pancreas transplant for serious cases Bariatric surgery, which is a good option for those with a high BMI and comorbid conditions such as hypertension, sleep apnea, elevated cholesterol, fatty liver disease, and others. The weight loss that follows bariatric surgery may cause type 2 diabetes to go into remission. Islet cell transplantation is an experimental treatment for type 1 diabetes in which healthy cells from a donor pancreas are transferred to the patient Manage diabetes through lifestyle changes. In addition to any medical treatments for diabetes, your doctor will likely suggest helping to manage the disease by changing your lifestyle habits. Lifestyle changes can also help treat prediabetes and may prevent it from developing into type 2 diabetes. Some lifestyle changes your doctor may suggest to help manage diabetes and prediabetes are: Eating a balanced and healthy diet Getting at least 150 minutes of exercise per week Losing weight Losing just 7% of your body weight can significantly reduce your risk of diabetes. Caring for your feet by checking them for injuries daily, keeping them clean, dry, and soft, and wearing breathable shoes and socks Caring for your oral health Limiting or avoiding tobacco and alcohol Reducing stress	Recognize your risk for diabetes. Be aware of what doesn’t cause diabetes. Watch for possible symptoms. Keep track of possible symptoms. Ask your significant other if they have noticed symptoms. See your doctor if you notice symptoms of diabetes. Get a definitive diagnosis. Learn about prediabetes. Receive treatment for diabetes. Manage diabetes through lifestyle changes.
https://www.wikihow.com/Bend-a-Spoon	How to Bend a Spoon	To “bend” an unbent spoon, hold your spoon in two hands with the bowl facing down. Place the bowl against a table or other surface and push down so that the bowl starts sliding forward. As the bowl slides forward, let the handle fall back. Continue holding the handle with the ring and pinky fingers of your lower hand, but keep both hands vertical to maintain the “bending” illusion. When you're ready, “return” the spoon to its unbent state!	Hold the spoon with the bowl downward. Take an ordinary metal spoon and position it vertically, with the bowl at the lower end. Grip the lower half of the spoon with your dominant hand. Use your other hand to cover the top half of the spoon handle completely. It should look like the upper hand is gripping the spoon, but the thumb should not wrap around the handle. The audience must be straight in front of you for this trick. If you like, you can demonstrate the spoon is an ordinary spoon by rapping it against the table, or letting the audience handle it. Push the spoon against the table while letting it fall backward. Place the tip of the bowl against the table and pretend to push hard. Push the spoon down with your lower hand so the audience can see the effort. Meanwhile, keep your upper hand in the same vertical position, but let the spoon fall backward. Let the spoon handle rest on the ring and little fingers of your lower hand. Pretend to straighten the spoon. Show the audience your magic ability by "returning" the spoon to its unbent state. This can be as simple as running your hands over the spoon, then lifting it to show the audience. Just make sure the audience does not see the straight spoon while it is still supposed to be bent. Be realistic. This technique can look good on camera, but you won't fool a live audience, particularly not up close. It could conceivably work live if done at a distance, but as there is no simple way to produce an unbroken spoon, it would be difficult to end well. Break the spoon. If you have a hacksaw you can use it to cut the bowl of the spoon off the handle. If not, manually bending the spoon back and forth a few times should do the trick just as well. Sand down any sharp edges when you are done. Hold both parts of the spoon between your pointer finger and thumb. You hand should be positioned almost like you are making the hand signal for “okay,” but with your middle, ring, and little fingers relaxed instead of extended. Grip the two parts of the spoon in such a way that it creates the illusion you are holding a whole spoon. Loosen your grip gradually. Both sides of the spoon will droop downward, creating the illusion that it is bending. Make sure not to loosen your grip so much that you drop part of the spoon. Break the spoon. You can do this manually or with a hacksaw. Sand down any sharp edges when you are done. Bend the other spoon. Hold it with the front of the spoon facing up, and bend the handle down to make a 90-degree angle. With the handle perpendicular to the floor, the bowl of the spoon should face skyward. Hold the bent spoon behind the bowl with your pointer finger and thumb. If you are right handed, the bowl should point to your right; if you are left handed, it should point to your left. The handle should lie flat against your palm, and be angled so that it is concealed behind your wrist, rather than jutting out visibly under your hand. The rest of your fingers will form a visual shield, blocking the handle of the bent spoon from view. Make sure they are held together, with no cracks showing between them. Hold the handle of the broken spoon between the same fingers. The idea is to create the illusion that the broken handle is attached to the bowl of the bent spoon. Try to grip it more with the tips of your fingers, so that you will be able to roll back your grip on the broken handle, loosening it while still holding on to the bent spoon firmly. Loosen your grip on the broken handle gradually. It will droop downward, creating the illusion that it is bending. Make sure not to loosen your grip so much that you don't drop the broken handle. Palm the broken handle. With a quick flourish, “bend” the broken handle all the way into your palm—making sure the two handles don't clunk together audibly—and slide the bent spoon up out of your fist with your other hand. Distract the audience with the bent spoon. Hold it up for them to see, tap it against the table a few times, or invite a member of the audience to examine it. While their attention is on the bent spoon, slip the broken handle into your pocket.	Hold the spoon with the bowl downward. Push the spoon against the table while letting it fall backward. Pretend to straighten the spoon. Be realistic. Break the spoon. Hold both parts of the spoon between your pointer finger and thumb. Loosen your grip gradually. Break the spoon. Bend the other spoon. Hold the bent spoon behind the bowl with your pointer finger and thumb. Hold the handle of the broken spoon between the same fingers. Loosen your grip on the broken handle gradually. Palm the broken handle. Distract the audience with the bent spoon.
https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-an-Iron-with-Vinegar	How to Clean an Iron with Vinegar	Before you start cleaning your iron, make sure the iron is unplugged and allow it to cool completely. Once it's cooled completely, use a toothpick or cotton swab to remove any residue from the holes in the iron's soleplate. Then, pour a mixture of distilled water and white vinegar into the water reservoir until it is about one-third full. Heat up the iron for five minutes, and then press the steam button for 20-30 seconds repeatedly until the steam flows freely. To clear out any remaining traces of vinegar, fill the reservoir with just distilled water and run the steam function again.	Unplug and cool the iron. Before you begin, make sure the iron is unplugged. Allow it to cool off completely before you start. This can ensure you don't burn or electrocute yourself when adding the vinegar. Inspect the steam ducts. Check for white residue in the holes, or steam ducts, on the iron's soleplate. Remove any residue you see using a wood or plastic toothpick, toothbrush, or cotton swab. This can help your vinegar mixture better clean the reservation and its ducts onto the plate. Avoid using anything metal to remove residue because this can scratch the iron's surface. Fill the water reservoir with vinegar mixture. Mix one quarter cup (60ml) white vinegar and ¾ cup (180ml) distilled water in a cup with a spout. With the iron upright, pour this mixture into the water reservoir until it is about one-third full. Use a larger amount of distilled white vinegar or only vinegar for very clogged irons. Heat up your iron. Plug in your iron again and set it to the steam feature. The heat setting should be at medium to high. Allow it to heat for at least 5 minutes. This flushes out mineral deposits and makes it easier to clean the ducts. Press the steam button. Now it's time to really let the vinegar work its magic. Push down on the steam button and hold it for 20-30 seconds. Repeat at least 6 times, or until the steam flows freely from your iron. Empty the iron. Unplug your iron again and let it cool off completely. Then pour out any remaining vinegar/water mixture. This ensures that you remove mineral buildup in the reservoir. Rinse the reservoir. Fill the reservoir with one cup (240ml) plain, distilled water. Turn on the iron again and hold the steam button again. This will clear any traces of remaining mineral deposits or vinegar. Ensure the iron is unplugged and cool. Before you begin cleaning, make sure that your iron is unplugged and cooled off. This can ensure that you don't burn or electrocute yourself while cleaning. Clear residue from steam ducts. White residue in the holes of the soleplate is often mineral deposit. Before you clean the soleplate, use a wood or plastic toothpick, toothbrush, or cotton swab to remove this. This allows the vinegar mixture to penetrate and clean the iron's surface. Avoid using metal tools to clean visible deposits. This can scratch the surface of the iron. Make a vinegar paste using salt or baking soda. Mix equal parts table or kosher salt or baking soda and distilled white vinegar. Stir them into a paste to scrub starch, mineral deposits, and or sizing residue from your iron's soleplate. Scrub the soleplate. Dip a clean, white cloth into the paste. Moving in circles, rub the mixture over the soleplate. Use slightly more pressure for heavily soiled soleplates. Scrub the steam duct opening with a dab of the paste on a cotton swab. This allows you to more effectively clear away any residue or deposits. Rinse off the soleplate with plain water. Wet a separate clean, white cloth. Wipe the surface of the soleplate to remove the paste and any residue or deposits. Repeat scrubbing and rinsing as necessary to remove all of the buildup. Avoid using harsh scrubs. Never scrub or rub your iron soleplates with a scouring pad, steel wool or abrasive cleansers. You should also gently scrub the surface. Doing this can ensure that you don't scratch the surface, which can lead to rusting and further staining.	Unplug and cool the iron. Inspect the steam ducts. Fill the water reservoir with vinegar mixture. Heat up your iron. Press the steam button. Empty the iron. Rinse the reservoir. Ensure the iron is unplugged and cool. Clear residue from steam ducts. Make a vinegar paste using salt or baking soda. Scrub the soleplate. Rinse off the soleplate with plain water. Avoid using harsh scrubs.
https://www.wikihow.com/Build-a-Social-Life-as-a-Senior-Citizen	How to Build a Social Life as a Senior Citizen	You can begin to build your social life as a senior citizen by attending activities at your local community center or YMCA. Additionally, when you do attend classes, try to remain open-minded if someone is different from you, or has had a different background, since everyone at the community center is there for the same reason you are! If you're still struggling to find interesting people at your community center, try picking up a new hobby such as photography or dance in order to meet other people with the same interest. You can also bring a friend or neighbor to these new experiences to boost your confidence and make you more comfortable.	Be outgoing. While there is no one personality trait that leads to guaranteed happiness, research does suggest that being outgoing can make you more satisfied with your social life. Your first step towards being more outgoing is to get to know people around you. Chances are that there are people in your daily life that could potentially become your friends. Look around your neighborhood. Is there a friendly face next door whom you have never spoken to? Next time you see them out in there yard, make a point to go over and say hello. Finding new friends is a great way to build your social circle. Strike up conversations on your daily errands. For example, do you frequently go to the same farmer's market on the weekends? Take a look around. You might start noticing that you see the same people there regularly. Start a conversation with one of them and see if they would like to grab a cub of coffee. Explore your surroundings. Senior citizens comprise a major percentage of the population. Chances are that there are activities in your community that are geared towards helping seniors socialize. Find out if there is a community center in your neighborhood that offers senior-friendly activities. Community centers might offer a wide variety of activities such as game nights, cookie swaps, and guest lectures. Don't be afraid to attend on your own! There will probably be lots of other people looking for new friends, too. Your neighborhood gym or YMCA are also great places to find social activities. Many health centers offer group classes or programs that are specifically formulated for seniors. Being active is a great way to meet others. Be open-minded. As you age, it can become easy to get set in your ways. After all, you've had a lot of experiences in your life and you know what you like and what you don't like. However, try to keep your mind open towards new people and new experiences. Even though your personality is already formed, it can still change. Be open to befriending people who you might not immediately have a lot in common with. Remember, you don't have to only be friends with other seniors. Maybe a nice young couple has moved in next door to you. Try inviting them over for dinner. Even though they are members of a different generation, you might find that you share a lot of interests. And even if you don't have much in common, you can still have an enjoyable evening. Use technology. Technology can be a great way to widen your social circle and meet new people. Try setting up a Facebook profile. This is a great way to reconnect with old friends you have lost touch with. It can also help you to stay in touch with family members who don't live nearby. If it is a romantic connection that you are looking for, technology can be a big help in that area, too. There are many online dating services, and more and more seniors are signing up. Exercise your mind. Finding new activities to participate in is a great way to build a more active social life. You could try finding a new intellectual pursuit. This will help you to sharpen your mind at the same time that you are meeting new people. For example, you could join a local book club. Check with your neighborhood bookstore or local library to find out what sorts of groups they offer. You'll get exposed to a new array of literature, and hopefully, have fun discussing what you've read. Look for a lecture series. Many community centers and libraries have regular events where a local author or public figure delivers a talk. These events are a great way to interact with other people and be part of your community. Colleges and universities also regularly offer these types of events. Explore new places. This is a great time to try finding a new place to explore. You could take a bus trip up to a winery and enjoy a wine tasting. You could join a nature group and go on easy hiking excursions. Chances are, there are places nearby that you've yet to explore. Check out local groups for these types of excursions--you can often find inexpensive day trips. Birdwatching is an excellent way to explore the habitat around you. You could find a class at your local community college and meet others who would like to explore nature with you. Find a new hobby. Participating in a hobby can be a fun thing to do with friends. Look for a common interest that you and a friend (or relative) share and devote some time to pursuing that activity. Finding a new hobby can be a great way to help you keep your social connections strong. Maybe you have always wanted to pursue photography. This would be an excellent new skill to learn. You could also use it as a social activity by using your friends and family as test subjects. Try taking a dance class. Your new dance partner might become a new friend. Dancing is also a great way to stay physically active. Recruit others. Sometimes it can be intimidating to try new activities. If you're a little bit shy, try bringing a friend, neighbor, or relative with you on an outing. Having company can help give you the confidence that you need to take the leap and try something new. Try setting up a regular activity. Being the organizer allows you to invite a variety of people, and set up things that you like. For example, you could organize a weekly coffee club or a monthly dinner party. Volunteer. Volunteering is a great way to help others, and to find a productive way to fill your time. Spending time volunteering is also a great way to meet other people who share your interests and ideals. Make sure to find a volunteer opportunity that fits both your skills and interests. Try to find a way to volunteer that utilizes your skills or passions. For example, if you love animals, try contacting your local shelter to see if they need dog walkers. If you are a former teacher, you could volunteer helping under-privelaged youth learn to read. Your local library is a great place to learn about volunteer opportunities in your area. Be proactive. It will take some effort on your part to build an active social life. Instead of waiting for opportunities to come your way, try being proactive and creating those opportunities for yourself. Being proactive means creating your own experiences. Actively try to meet people. Put a smile on your face and get in the habit of striking up conversations with new people. Vary your routine. Try going to new places. The more places you go, the more likely you are to meet someone new. This is a great way to expand your social circle. Gain confidence. As your confidence grows, you will find yourself more willing and able to try new things and meet new people. There are many ways to build your confidence. Try picturing yourself succeeding. For example, think about a time that you tried something new and enjoyed it. Try to channel that experience, and picture it when you are going on a new adventure. Avoid negative thoughts. Build yourself up by complimenting yourself. Focus on your strengths. If you project a confident air, others might naturally gravitate towards you. Being confident can help you meet new people and attract new friends. Appreciate the benefits of being social. Not only is having a social life fun, but it turns out that it is also good for your health. Being active socially is also great for your mental health. Socializing helps keep your mind sharp. Socialization is also good for your physical health. Research tells us that seniors who regularly socialize have lower blood pressure and a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's Disease.	Be outgoing. Explore your surroundings. Be open-minded. Use technology. Exercise your mind. Explore new places. Find a new hobby. Recruit others. Volunteer. Be proactive. Gain confidence. Appreciate the benefits of being social.
https://www.wikihow.com/Draw-a-Pumpkin	How to Draw a Pumpkin	To draw a pumpkin, start by drawing an oblong shape that takes up about three-fourths of your paper. Then, draw a thick stem at the top of the oblong shape that curves to the left at the end. Next, draw curved lines along the face of your pumpkin that start at the top and bottom and end inside the oblong shape. Finally, trace the outline of your pumpkin in pen and erase any background lines.	Draw an oblong shape that almost fits three fourths of the page. Draw two rectangles in the middle with their upper and base lines extended till it reaches the sides of the circle. Draw curves from the midpoints or cross-sections as indicated, making many large Cs that looks like revolving from left to right. Draw the stem of pumpkin fruit by adding details. Draw the leaves and curling vines that resemble like a real pumpkin. Trace with a pen and erase unnecessary lines. Color to your liking! Draw an oblong shape that almost fits three fourths of the page. Draw the stem and curves at the upper part of the oblong. Draw the curves by emphasizing the details in a pumpkin. Make lines that go from the bottom to near the middle or bottom of the oblong. Trace with a pen and erase unnecessary lines. Include details for the pumpkin. Refine and color the drawing as you like! Draw a circle sitting on an oval. Draw even more ovals to define the profile of the pumpkin stalk. Draw more semicircles around the circle to define the ridges of the pumpkin. Draw more circles to define the eyes of the pumpkin. Draw squares to define the teeth and semicircles to define the mouth of the pumpkin. Darken the lines and start drawing the curves and ridges. Clean-up all the guide strokes and color the pumpkin. Draw a horizontal oval for the pumpkin with vertical ovals to define the ridges of the pumpkin. . Make the basic shapes for the eyes, nose and the mouth. Draw w-shaped zigzag lines over the guideline of the mouth to define the teeth. Sketch out the ridges of the pumpkin. Create the hat for the pumpkin with ovals to define the curves of the hat. Start sketching out the hat with more line work. Start working more in detail and begin coloring the drawing. Make the pumpkin face look like a cut out by adding more shades for depth and add an illusion of the pumpkin with a lamp inside. Add more depth to the illustration by putting in shadows and creases.	Draw an oblong shape that almost fits three fourths of the page. Draw two rectangles in the middle with their upper and base lines extended till it reaches the sides of the circle. Draw curves from the midpoints or cross-sections as indicated, making many large Cs that looks like revolving from left to right. Draw the stem of pumpkin fruit by adding details. Draw the leaves and curling vines that resemble like a real pumpkin. Trace with a pen and erase unnecessary lines. Color to your liking! Draw an oblong shape that almost fits three fourths of the page. Draw the stem and curves at the upper part of the oblong. Draw the curves by emphasizing the details in a pumpkin. Trace with a pen and erase unnecessary lines. Refine and color the drawing as you like! Draw a circle sitting on an oval. Draw even more ovals to define the profile of the pumpkin stalk. Draw more semicircles around the circle to define the ridges of the pumpkin. Draw more circles to define the eyes of the pumpkin. Darken the lines and start drawing the curves and ridges. Clean-up all the guide strokes and color the pumpkin. Draw a horizontal oval for the pumpkin with vertical ovals to define the ridges of the pumpkin. Make the basic shapes for the eyes, nose and the mouth. Draw w-shaped zigzag lines over the guideline of the mouth to define the teeth. Sketch out the ridges of the pumpkin. Create the hat for the pumpkin with ovals to define the curves of the hat. Start sketching out the hat with more line work. Start working more in detail and begin coloring the drawing. Make the pumpkin face look like a cut out by adding more shades for depth and add an illusion of the pumpkin with a lamp inside. Add more depth to the illustration by putting in shadows and creases.
https://www.wikihow.com/Chill-a-Drink-Quickly	How to Chill a Drink Quickly	To chill a drink quickly, start by filling a thick glass bowl with water, ice, and a pinch of salt. Next, put your drinks in the ice water solution and stir them rapidly. After 2 minutes, pour your cold drinks into a glass. Alternatively, fully wet a paper towel that's large enough to fit around your entire drink, wrap the towel around the drink, and place it in the freezer for 15 minutes. After you remove the drink from the freezer, pour and enjoy your cold drink!	Fill a thick glass bowl with water and ice. The thicker and more insulated the bowl, the better. It should be able to trap the cold water and ice mixture. Add as much ice to the water as you can, but not so much that it prevents the entire beverage container from being submerged into the water. A 50/50 mix of ice and water is a good rule of thumb. If you just need to chill one or a few drinks, this is fine. If you have to chill many drinks, you're better off using a cooler or even your bathtub. Add a pinch of salt to the water. A small handful should do. The salt will disassociate into its constituent sodium and chloride ions. The water molecules, being polar, will orient themselves accordingly. This is work, and work requires energy which comes from thermal energy in the water, thus reducing the ambient temperature further. Put your drinks in the ice water solution and rapidly stir them. Stirring the drinks will help the heat transfer out of your drink and into the ice solution more quickly. Wait about two minutes. The temperature should have fallen dramatically in a very short time. If it needs more time chilling, stir the remaining drinks in the salted ice water for another minute or two. Pour your cold drink into a glass. It should now be about the perfect temperature to quench your thirst -- and the thirst of your guests. Just be careful: if you put in a carbonated drink like a soda, give it some time to settle before you pour it. Wet a paper towel that's large enough to fit around your entire drink. If your drink is small, you may only need to use half a paper towel; if your drink is larger, a full one or even two. Wrap the wet paper towel completely around the drink. Try to make sure the paper towel stays wrapped around the drink. Place the wrapped drink in the freezer and wait approximately 15 minutes. Remove the drink from the freezer and enjoy your ice-cold beverage. The paper towel will be partially frozen; keep it on your beverage if you want it to continue cooling down the drink. If you are using the drink in presentation, remove the wet paper towel before serving.	Fill a thick glass bowl with water and ice. Add a pinch of salt to the water. Put your drinks in the ice water solution and rapidly stir them. Wait about two minutes. Pour your cold drink into a glass. Wet a paper towel that's large enough to fit around your entire drink. Wrap the wet paper towel completely around the drink. Place the wrapped drink in the freezer and wait approximately 15 minutes. Remove the drink from the freezer and enjoy your ice-cold beverage.
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Rid-of-a-Popped-Pimple-Overnight	How to Get Rid of a Popped Pimple Overnight	If you want to get rid of a popped pimple overnight, gently push down on it with a warm compress to drain it and make it less noticeable. Then, apply an antibiotic ointment to help it heal. If you don't have any antibiotic ointment, try some aloe vera gel or witch hazel instead, to help reduce the inflammation. As your popped pimple heals, avoid picking at it, since this will just irritate it further, making it even more noticeable.	Apply a warm compress to the pimple. You should not squeeze your pimple. Your pimple will often pop on its own when a white head forms. Removing the pus will prevent infections and can reduce inflammation. Gently press down on the sides of the pimple with your washcloth until all of the pus has been pushed out. Wash your hands before and after touching a pimple. A whitehead designates that the pus is near the surface of your skin. Squeezing a pimple can damage your skin and help spread bacteria to other parts of your face. Rub an antibiotic ointment into the pimple. A popped pimple is an open wound and applying an ointment or solution can help heal your skin. Apply an antibiotic ointment, like Neosporin, to the pimple to help heal and protect it. As an alternative, you can apply all-natural solutions like witch hazel or warm water with salt to the area if you don't have an antibiotic ointment. For minor pimple wounds, an antibiotic ointment can help it heal in a couple of days. Don't pick your pimple. After you pop your pimple, you may want to pick at the scab that forms. You should not do this. Irritating the area will make the pimple swell, get irritated, and become redder. Picking at your skin can even lead to scarring in some cases, so it's best to leave it be. Picking at your pimple can slow down the healing process. Every time you touch your popped pimple, you are transferring bacteria and other contaminants to the open wound. It's especially important that you do not pick at pimples or whiteheads that form under the skin. Irritating or causing an injury to the deeper part of the skin, known as the dermis, can lead to irreversible scarring. Wash your face. Wash your hands thoroughly before you touch your face. Gently clean your face with a mild soap or facial cleanser and warm water. Use light circular motions as you wash your face. Rinse your face off with warm water and pat it down with a clean cotton towel when you're done. Cut a hydrocolloid dressing to fit over the popped pimple. You can find these in most drug stores, pharmacies, or department stores. Cut a large enough piece of hydrocolloid dressing so that it can fit over the area of skin where you pimple is. Once it's the right size, you can remove the paper backing to uncover the adhesive. If the dressing is already an appropriate size for your pimple, you can skip this step. If your dressing does not have adhesive, you can secure the edges of the dressing with medical tape. Cover the pimple with a hydrocolloid dressing. Press the sticky side of the dressing onto the pimple. Flatten out the dressing onto your face, making sure to smooth over any wrinkles or creases in it. Hydrocolloid dressings absorb fluids in a wound and reduce swelling. Examples of hydrocolloid dressings include Nexcare Acne Absorbing Covers, Johnson & Johnson Tough Pads, or DuoDERM Dressing. Replace the hydrocolloid dressing. Leave the hydrocolloid dressing on your face overnight. Replace the dressing in the morning when you wake up. You should see a reduction in both pus and inflammation around the area. If your skin gets irritated or a rash forms, stop using hydrocolloid dressings. Gently pick up one corner of the dressing and peel it away to remove it. Dab calamine lotion over the popped pimple. Calamine lotion helps reduce the appearance of acne scars and will reduce redness and inflammation wherever you apply it. Use a cotton swab to apply the lotion over the pimple and let it sit in overnight. When you wake up, wash the lotion off your face. Apply aloe vera gel to the popped pimple. Aloe vera reduces inflammation and promotes healing, which will help the pimple look smaller the next day. Use a cotton swab to apply the aloe vera gel to the popped pimple. Apply the gel each night until the appearance of the popped pimple is reduced. Wipe witch hazel over your popped pimple. Witch hazel is an astringent and pulls fluids away from pimples. This can help reduce inflammation and redness overnight. Try an antiseptic oil. Certain oils have antiseptic properties and can help your pimple heal. Use a swab or a cotton ball to dab some oil on the popped pimple. Leave the oil on your skin until it dries, then reapply more. If your skin is sensitive, you should spot test the oil on your skin first. Some examples of antiseptic oil includes tea tree oil, oregano, spearmint, calendula, rosemary, and lavender. Dab the pimple with honey. Covering your popped pimple with honey can be an effective way to heal the wound overnight. Use a cotton swab to spread a light layer of honey over the popped pimple and let it dry. Honey is an astringent and it has antiseptic properties and promotes wound healing. Use an apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar is antibacterial, antimicrobial, and has antiseptic properties. You can put it on your pimple to help reduce redness, inflammation, and to promote healing. Dilute the vinegar so that your solution is four parts water to one part vinegar. Then, apply the vinegar directly to the skin with a cotton ball. Start with a larger ratio of water to vinegar if you have sensitive skin.	Apply a warm compress to the pimple. Rub an antibiotic ointment into the pimple. Don't pick your pimple. Wash your face. Cut a hydrocolloid dressing to fit over the popped pimple. Cover the pimple with a hydrocolloid dressing. Replace the hydrocolloid dressing. Dab calamine lotion over the popped pimple. Apply aloe vera gel to the popped pimple. Wipe witch hazel over your popped pimple. Try an antiseptic oil. Dab the pimple with honey. Use an apple cider vinegar.
https://www.wikihow.com/Know-when-Your-Hamster-Is-Pregnant	How to Know when Your Hamster Is Pregnant	To identify a pregnant hamster, look for a swollen belly and enlarged nipples. In addition to physical changes, watch for new behaviors like nest building and food hoarding. Also, take note if your hamster becomes restless and alternates between eating, grooming, and nest building, as she might be about to give birth. Be careful if you reach into her cage, because she might be protective and hiss at you. A bigger belly can also mean your hamster is sick or has a bowel problem, so take it to a veterinarian if you don't notice any other signs of pregnancy. An easy way to rule out pregnancy is if your hamster is younger than 6 weeks old since it won't be sexually mature yet.	Identify the sex of your hamster. It might seem obvious, but like humans, only a female hamster can become pregnant. Most people will already know the sex of their hamster, but just in case you don't, visit How to Sex a Hamster for more information on determining whether or not your hamster is female. Gently scruff your hamster (hold it by the loose skin just above the shoulders firmly but without pinching), and turn the animal gently over to check its sex. Males will have prominent testicles just around the tail that make their rumps bulge, whereas females lack this and instead have much more prominent pairs of nipples on the underside. If you've always simply assumed that your hamster is female because it had a typically female name when you bought it, then you should probably check. Note that if you think your hamster is pregnant due to a swollen belly, then she's already to a part of the pregnancy where you should refrain from touching her due to the stress handling causes in the late stages of pregnancy. Note if she has been around any male hamsters. The average length of a pregnancy for a hamster is 15-21 days, so your hamster would need to have been housed with a male hamster within roughly the last three weeks in order to be pregnant. If she hasn't had company in more than four weeks, then she cannot be pregnant. Note the age of the hamster. Hamsters can start breeding from as young as 6-7 weeks of age. The only way to rule out pregnancy due to sexual immaturity of the hamster is if she is even younger than six weeks. This also means you need to be careful storing hamsters from a litter together once they approach six weeks old because they will start mating together. This includes any male hamsters with the mother. Rule out illness. A swollen belly alone isn't nearly enough to identify a pregnant hamster. A swollen belly can actually be a sign of another illness or condition affecting your hamster. Possible illnesses that may result in a pregnant appearance include: Pyometra, which is a womb infection that distends the hamster's tummy with pus Enlarged internal organs such as the liver or spleen, which are likely the result of cancer Heart disease, which can lead to the accumulation of fluid in the belly Bowel problems distending the belly with waste due to improper food digestion You may notice other signs of sickness with several of these, including increased thirst (her drinker may empty faster than usual), decreased appetite (note if you're filling her food bowl less often), and loss of body fat (usually over the ribs). Look for a swollen belly. This may have been your first indication that your hamster is pregnant, but in case it wasn't, watch to see if her tummy begins to grow. If she's eating, drinking, and exercising as normal and has had a chance to mate, then the swollen belly is a very probable sign she is pregnant. Note that a hamster likely won't “show” her pregnancy until the final third of the gestation (day 10+), so you may be less than a week away from her delivering the litter by the time you notice the bump. She will also have enlarged nipples around the same time her belly swells. However, enlarged nipples on a small hamster can be difficult to see, so don't worry if you can't spot them beneath the fur. Handling her during the late stage of her pregnancy will upset her, though, so don't pick her up to look at the nipples. Watch for nest building. A pregnant female will want to build a nest late in pregnancy, so collecting bedding material together and taking it to a secluded place in the cage can be a hint of pregnancy. See if she hoards food. The pregnant female may start to eat marginally more than usual, and also hide more food away, perhaps in the nest. Obviously, in itself this does not confirm pregnancy but it does help to build the overall picture. Look for signs that she’s about to go into labor. Your hamster may become even more frantic in the very late stages of her pregnancy. Signs of imminent birth include becoming restless and alternating between eating, grooming, and nest building. She may also hiss at you if you reach in. Take your hamster to the vet. If all else fails, your vet will be able to help you identify whether or not your hamster is pregnant. However, your vet will also likely warn you that even being handled by a professional animal care provider can still lead to the environmental stress that may cause the mother to abandon or cannibalize the litter. If the swollen belly lasts longer than 7-10 days without your hamster giving birth (or if she doesn't exhibit any of the other common behavioral traits for a pregnant hamster in this time), then take her to the vet anyway since she may be presenting symptoms of an illness rather than pregnancy. Do not ever touch the mother’s belly to try to feel the babies. Pregnant females are extremely sensitive to disruption, and if they feel stressed, they are highly likely to harm the babies when they are born. Having a human feel her belly is definitely stressful to a female hamster, so it puts the health of the babies at risk. Feed the mother a nutritious diet during pregnancy. Be extra sure that your hamster's diet is nutritionally sound to ensure the health of the babies. Feed a diet she is familiar with, as sudden changes could upset her stomach. However, an ideal diet is pelleted rat or mouse chow since she cannot selectively eat around the healthy (but less tasty) bits. Very small quantities of milk and cheese provide calcium for the done development of the litter, and they also help the mother in lactation once the babies are born. As an additional protein source, you can feed your hamster moderate amounts of hard-boiled egg, nuts, barley, and oats. Though you must provide them in very small amounts (or risk gastrointestinal problems), pregnant hamsters can benefits from the additional vitamins and minerals found in fruits and vegetables, such as broccoli, cucumber, cauliflower, apples, grapes, bananas, and strawberries. Leave the mother alone starting around day thirteen after mating. Female hamsters like to be left completely alone at least a couple of days before giving birth. This means that by day thirteen after mating, you should not even interfere with her cage or bedding. Be as careful as possible when putting fresh food in with her as well. Failure to do this could lead to cannibalization of the newborn babies. Since you may not have any idea when the mother mated, consider that she usually starts “showing” the pregnancy around day ten after mating. Keep other hamsters in separate cages. In addition to a stressed mother hamster potentially cannibalizing her litter, other hamsters kept in the same cage can lead to the same result. To ensure the safety of the baby hamsters, begin housing other hamsters you have in separate cages as soon as you know for sure that the mother is pregnant. If hamsters kept in the same cage begin fighting despite usually getting along, this is also a sign that one of them may be pregnant if it appears in association with some of the other signs. Do not handle the babies for two weeks. During the first two weeks, the mother will recognize her babies by scent. If you handle the baby hamsters, even by accident, the mother may attack them. It is safe to begin handling them after roughly two weeks. This also includes accidentally transferring your scent from other handling of the cage. Don't try to clean the cage during this period. Reposition sipper tubes. Remember that your water sipper is probably placed at a height for your adult hamster. Reposition it if you need to so that the litter can also reach it to drink. Start placing solid food for the babies at 7-10 days. Though they won't be fully weaned until around three weeks, you can start placing solid food in the cage after 7-10 days. You can use a standard pellet diet, but soak the pellets in water first to soften them for the litter. Take the litter to the vet immediately if you notice the mother abandoning them. Especially if it's the mother's first litter, she is more likely to abandon or cannibalize the litter due to environmental stressors. If this is the case, separate the mother from the litter immediately and take them to the vet. He or she will likely suggest a local rescue or animal hospital capable of helping care for the abandoned litter.	Identify the sex of your hamster. Note if she has been around any male hamsters. Note the age of the hamster. Rule out illness. Look for a swollen belly. Watch for nest building. See if she hoards food. Look for signs that she’s about to go into labor. Take your hamster to the vet. Do not ever touch the mother’s belly to try to feel the babies. Feed the mother a nutritious diet during pregnancy. Leave the mother alone starting around day thirteen after mating. Keep other hamsters in separate cages. Do not handle the babies for two weeks. Reposition sipper tubes. Start placing solid food for the babies at 7-10 days. Take the litter to the vet immediately if you notice the mother abandoning them.
https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Contemporary-Dancer-Without-Lessons	How to Become a Contemporary Dancer Without Lessons	If you don't have access to dance lessons, you can still become a contemporary dancer with enough practice. It's important to stretch regularly to improve your flexibility and help you pull off harder moves. Try watching online tutorials and following along in your bedroom or wherever you have space to dance. You can also practice free-dancing to your favorite songs and letting the emotions guide you. When you're more comfortable with what you're doing, try choreographing your own short dance. To help you identify areas for improvement, record yourself and watch the video back.	Find a space where you can stretch and practice every day. An ideal practice space has hard flooring, plenty of room for movement, and a large mirror to practice in front of. If you're training at home, the “ideal” space might not be available, so work with what you've got! Most importantly, you need ample space to move around. Choose a space that's well-lit for your own safety. Carpeted floors are fine if that's all you have. You could even dance outside in the grass as long as the ground is flat. It's best to find a place that's relatively private so you can dance without interruption or prying eyes. Warm up for 5-10 minutes before training sessions to prevent injury. Since you're training without an instructor, it's crucial that you warm up and stretch properly to avoid hurting yourself. You can jog in place, do jumping jacks, or skip rope to warm up for a training session. The goal is to gently raise your heart rate and stimulate your muscles. Keep your eye on the clock or set a timer on your phone to ensure you warm up for the full 5-10 minutes. Stretch for at least 30 minutes a day to improve your flexibility. Hold each stretch for 10-15 seconds. Never push yourself into a stretch that you can't hold. Try to fit your 30-minute stretching session in whenever you can—stretching in front of the television is still stretching! Try doing the butterfly stretch to loosen up your inner thighs. Other leg stretches , like hamstring and quadriceps stretches, are also crucial. To stretch your arms and shoulders, start by standing with your feet shoulder width apart. Then, bend your right arm at the elbow and reach behind your back as far to your left side as possible. You can gently grab your right forearm with your left hand to increase the stretch. Hold for 15 seconds and repeat on the other side. Always stretch before and after your training sessions. You can hold stretches for 30 seconds after training, since you're already warmed up. A lot of flexibility can be gained during the post-training stretching session! Consider taking up yoga to increase your flexibility and strength. Learn choreography by watching free video tutorials online. There are tons of tutorials available on YouTube, so run a search and pick songs and artists that interest you. Don't limit yourself to “professional” stage dancers—pop stars who incorporate choreography into their videos and concerts are great sources. Their signature dances are iconic for a reason! For example, look up choreography tutorials for specific artists and songs like: Justin Timberlake's “Suit and Tie,” Ariana Grande's “Problem,” Beyonce's “Single Ladies,” and Katy Perry's “Dark Horse.” Don't be afraid of classic stuff like Michael Jackson's “Thriller,” as well. Record training sessions and use them to improve your movements. Set up your smartphone to record yourself when you're training. After the training session, review the videos to pinpoint areas you need to work on. It can be a little awkward to watch and analyze videos of yourself, but the information you can get from doing this is invaluable. Avoid criticizing yourself too harshly as you review your videos. Everyone starts as a beginner. Work on your pirouette. Stand in fourth position. Bend your knees and push off of your back leg. Bring up 1 leg and point your foot toward your knee. Then, hold the foot there as you perform a complete turn. End by placing your foot back on the floor in fourth position. To get into fourth position, stand on the floor and place 1 foot about 12 inches in front of the other. Both feet should be flat on the ground and turned out. Balance your weight evenly between them. Keep your support leg nice and straight as you rotate your body. This is typically considered to be a ballet movement, but it's important in contemporary dance, as well. Perfect your front limber. Start by doing a handstand. Once you feel balanced in the handstand, arch your feet and let your lower body follow. Then, kick over until your feet are on the ground. You might want to practice with someone spotting you at first. Learn how to do the splits. The splits are popular in dance routines because they look so impressive! Get into a deep lunge position, then lower your body to the ground, placing your hands on the floor beside you to balance yourself. Straighten your lead leg out as much as possible and push your hips to the floor. Start slowly and only stretch as far as your body will allow. Routinely practicing this every day will make it easier and easier. Work on fluid, expressive movements. Unpredictability, expression, and freedom in choreography are the hallmarks of contemporary dance. As a dance genre, it rejects a lot of the rigorous movements common in ballet and other structured forms of dance. Practice fluid motions that lead smoothly into each other. Try to communicate emotion through your movements. Try to choreograph your own short dance piece to a favorite song. Once you've learned some moves and are feeling confident about what you can do, start putting together a short piece of your on choreography. Taking a few moves from some of your favorite dance performances and piecing them together is a good place to begin! For example, you might start in fourth position, move into some simple step work, and add expressive arm movements. Then, pirouette, plie , and snap your legs back together before dropping down into the splits. Try to create facial expressions to match the mood of your dance. Remember to tap into your emotions as you create moves. Join school dance productions if you’re still a student. Many schools have free dance clubs that you can join to gain experience without taking formal lessons. Theater productions often include dance sequences, so check with your school's drama club about upcoming opportunities. If the drama club doesn't perform dance currently, consider joining the club and starting the tradition! Start an extracurricular dance club at your school. Find out if anyone else is interested in participating, then petition to start a dance club at your school. That way, you can use the school's stage and gym to practice and eventually put on performances as a group. Learning how to collaborate and work as a team are important skills for dancers. Working with a tight-knit group means you will have support. The club members will understand what you're going through as you train. Check out dance opportunities with local theater companies. If your local theater company puts on productions with dance sequences, get information on how to audition. This can be a great opportunity to get experience dancing on a stage in front of a crowd. There's really no substitute for the experience gained in a live performance setting.	Find a space where you can stretch and practice every day. Warm up for 5-10 minutes before training sessions to prevent injury. Stretch for at least 30 minutes a day to improve your flexibility. Learn choreography by watching free video tutorials online. Record training sessions and use them to improve your movements. Work on your pirouette. Perfect your front limber. Learn how to do the splits. Work on fluid, expressive movements. Try to choreograph your own short dance piece to a favorite song. Join school dance productions if you’re still a student. Start an extracurricular dance club at your school. Check out dance opportunities with local theater companies.
https://www.wikihow.com/Identify-a-Narcissist	How to Identify a Narcissist	Unfortunately, you can't always escape narcissists, so it's important to be able to identify them. Narcissism is characterized by a sense of self-importance, which ultimately comes from a place of insecurity. You can generally spot narcissists by their obsession with their image, status, and the way other people perceive them. If you notice someone is always talking about themselves and rarely shows any genuine interest in other people, chances are they're a narcissist. Another big giveaway is their lack of empathy for other people. You'll know someone's a narcissist if they're unable to deal with criticism and instead get defensive or try to blame other people for their own mistakes.	Watch for a change in behavior. Most relationships with a person with narcissism will start off well. They will initially come off as friendly and confident, and seek to find ways to show that you two are similar. They really are listening to you, at least at first, because being friends with you reflects well on them. Their pleasant demeanor may vanish when they do something that might show weakness. Rather than turn to you for support, as a friend will, they will retreat further, focusing on the special circumstances or the unique nature of their situation. This change may come when they think something about you changes. They will find something about you that doesn't fit into the vision they have for you and your relationship. These differences suggest that you aren't the same as them, making you not a good as they are. Examine the people around them. People with narcissism like to keep the focus on themselves, and so they tend to surround themselves with people who will mirror this behavior. A person with narcissism will be surrounded by people who help inflate those feelings of superiority, and rarely (if ever) challenge them. Narcissism involves a certain emptiness, a concern that the person doesn't live up to their own expectations. To compensate, they will like to be surrounded by admirers who tell them that they are smart, attractive, or whatever else the person with narcissism needs to hear. Check out their social media profile. Because people with narcissism are focused on status, they use social media as a way to reinforce their position. A person with narcissism on social media will have lots of friends and a large network. They may even comment on their large network as a way to reinforce how important they are. Look for short-term relationships in their past. Because they are so focused on themselves, people with narcissism tend to have very short relationships. They look for partners who will reinforce their sense of self-worth, which can be unsatisfactory to the other person. This leads to a lot of short-term relationships. In some cases, this sense of self-worth can be expressed as infidelity. A person with narcissism will look for someone else who can focus on taking care of their needs, implying that their current partner cannot. You can find similar backgrounds in business leaders with narcissism. They stay at companies for a short time, end up wrecking or damaging the business, then quickly move on to the next one. They will also always have an explanation or excuse for how they couldn't have done any better. Look at their appearance. People with narcissism place a high value on good outward appearance, and they use their appearance to promote their status. They spend a lot of time working on their appearance, such as by styling their hair or choosing clothing. The clothing they choose is often flashy and expensive. Women are also more likely to wear makeup and show off their cleavage. If you suspect a person might have narcissism, looking at the way they present themselves outwardly can be a good sign. Many people with narcissism can draw you in at first because they are trying make a good first impression. Part of the reason why people with narcissism may like expensive flashy clothing is because they use these items as a way to show off high status and improve their own status. One comparison is that a shopaholic will talk about a great deal they got on something, while a person with narcissism will talk about how prestigious the item is. Listen for self-references. A person with narcissism will always keep the conversation on themselves. It doesn't matter how relevant it is to the topic, a person with narcissism will always find a story or anecdote that places them in the center of discussion. The important thing to a person with narcissism is that you and your circle of friends is talking about them. Relevance is one key to understanding a person with narcissism's self-reference. People will naturally try to relate conversations to personal experiences and things they understand. A person with narcissism is different because they will always look for a way to interject their experiences or perspective, even if it has nothing to do with what you are talking about. Notice a grandiose sense of self-importance. As you might expect, a person with narcissism keeps the focus on themselves and their accomplishments. People with narcissism will expect to be recognized as important, influential or superior, even if their accomplishments do not necessarily warrant it. A person with narcissism will likely try to exaggerate their accomplishments. they will try to make themself look like the most important person in every conversation. Because these are exaggerations, a person with narcissism might not always be successful. If they fail at doing something, you can be sure there will be excuses or other explanations for why it didn't work. The answer certainly won't be an admission of fault or making a mistake. Someone or something else will always be at fault. Listen for fantasies of success. It's certainly natural to dream of being successful, but a person with narcissism will fixate on it. They will talk about unlimited success, power, beauty, or any other signal of greatness. These fantasies will be the obvious end result of the individual's personal greatness, even if they have not done anything to deserve that. In many cases, these fantasies will be unattainable, causing them to lash out at people who suggest they aren't possible. Listen for authoritative statements. People with narcissism tend to avoid using “I” statements. When a narcissist makes an assertion, it is not meant to start an argument, but end conversation. It seems counter-intuitive, but narcissists don't want to use “I” when talking about their ideas. Beginning a statement with “I think” or “My opinion is” suggests that what they are saying may not be completely correct, or is open to critique. Listen for name-dropping. A person with narcissism will want to show how successful or powerful they are, and will make references to other famous or important people they know as proof of this. Listen for referrals to notable people, especially if they are using them as a way to show how smart or talented they are. This is different from citing authorities to back up a position. A person with narcissism isn't interested in providing a background for their assertions. Instead, it is about using this authority to stop conversation and get you to admit they are correct. See if they can find empathy for others. People with narcissism like to show their superiority by treating those they see as weak or inferior with disdain. When you talk about other people, either specific individuals or more impersonal groups like “the poor” or “cancer patients,” see how they respond. A person with narcissism will find a way to hint, or outright say, how he doesn't have those problems because of something he does better. Some people with narcissism will even find pleasure in other people's discomfort. This isn't because they take pleasure in misfortune, but rather because it reinforces their own sense of superiority because these troubles don't affect them. Watch for an inability to hear criticism. Nobody likes receiving criticism, of course, but people with narcissism cannot stand it. They are hyper-sensitive to the suggestion that they aren't as great or wise as they want you to believe. Because they tend to be insecure, people with narcissism may lash out at you or become severely depressed in response to criticism. A person with narcissism may not always lash out at you. Instead, the person might offer excuses, mentioning outside forces that made their success impossible. Sometimes they can tend towards conspiracy theories, ideas that someone else “has it out for me.” Pay attention if someone lashes out when challenged. Someone who lashes out at you if you challenge them may have narcissistic tendencies. A person with narcissism does not like weakness, especially in themselves, and will likely lash out at someone who challenges them and the things they say. Their goal will be to shame, guilt, or intimidate you into silence, which they can interpret at acceptance of their viewpoints. Avoid challenging a person with narcissism. The result might be confrontational or even violent.	Watch for a change in behavior. Examine the people around them. Check out their social media profile. Look for short-term relationships in their past. Look at their appearance. Listen for self-references. Notice a grandiose sense of self-importance. Listen for fantasies of success. Listen for authoritative statements. Listen for name-dropping. See if they can find empathy for others. Watch for an inability to hear criticism. Pay attention if someone lashes out when challenged.
https://www.wikihow.com/Prepare-Bisibelebath	How to Prepare Bisibelebath	To prepare bisibelebath, first make some masala by heating coconut oil, chana dal, urad dal, coriander seeds, red chilies, grated coconut, and a cinnamon stick over medium heat and then blending everything together with some water to form a paste. Next, soak rice and toovar dal in water in separate containers for 30 minutes. While those are soaking, chop some potatoes, peppers, beans, carrots, squash, and drumsticks. Then, combine the rice, vegetables, dal, coconut oil, and peanuts in a pressure cooker and cook for 2 minutes. Finally, add the masala and some tamarind pulp, salt, and water and cook everything for around 15 minutes before serving.	Heat a skillet over medium heat and add oil, dal, and spices. Set a skillet on the stove and turn the burner on. Once the skillet is hot, pour in 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of coconut oil. Add 1 tablespoon (12 g) of chana dal (split bengal gram) and 1 tablespoon (12 g) of urad dal (split black lentils) along with: 1/4 cup (25 g) of grated coconut 5 dry kashmiri red chilies 1 small cinnamon stick (dalchini) 2 tablespoons (10 g) of coriander (dhania) seeds Cook the masala for 4 minutes. Keep the burner on medium and stir the mixture as it cooks. Heat the ingredients until they turn golden brown and become fragrant. It should take about 4 minutes for the masala mixture to finish cooking. Turn off the burner and let the masala cool a little. Blend the masala with 1⁄2 cup (120 ml) of water to form a smooth paste. Transfer the spice mixture to a blender or food processor and pour in the water. Put the lid on the blender and pulse the spice mixture until it's completely smooth and thick. Chop the potatoes, peppers, beans, carrot, squash, and drumsticks. Trim the ends from the bell pepper (capsicum), carrot, green beans, squash, and drumstick vegetables. Chop the drumsticks into 2 in (5.1 cm) pieces. Then chop the rest of the vegetables into ⁄ 2 inch (1.3 cm) pieces in order to get: 1/2 cup (115 g) of chopped potatoes 1/2 cup (90 g) of chopped bell peppers (capsicum) 1/4 cup (50 g) of chopped french beans 1/4 cup (15 g) of chopped carrot 1/4 cup (29 g) of chopped butternut squash or red pumpkin (bhopla / kaddu) Soak the rice and toovar dal in separate containers for 30 minutes. Put 1 cup (175 g) of rice (chawal) into a large bowl and pour in enough water to cover the rice by at least 1 inch (2.5 cm). Then put 1/2 cup (100 g) of toovar (pigeon pea) dal into another bowl and pour enough water to cover it by 1 inch (2.5 cm). Leave the rice and dal to soak for 30 minutes. Drain the rice and toovar dal. Set a fine mesh strainer in the sink and pour the soaked rice into it. Then pour the soaked toovar dal into it. The water should drain into the sink. It's fine to put both the rice and dal into the strainer since you'll be adding them to the pressure cooker at the same time. Combine the oil, vegetables, rice, dal, peanuts, and seasonings. Pour 2 teaspoons (9.9 ml) of coconut oil into a stovetop pressure cooker and turn the burner to medium. Add 5 to 7 curry leaves (kadi patta), all of the chopped vegetables, 1/4 cup (25 g) of shallots (madras onions), 1/4 cup (30 g) of raw peanuts, 1/2 teaspoon (1.5 g) of turmeric powder (haldi), and the softened rice with dal. Cook the mixture for 2 minutes. Stir the ingredients and cook them until they become fragrant. It's important to stir the mixture so the rice and dal don't stick to the bottom of the pressure cooker. The rice should turn a bright yellow color as the turmeric mixes with it. Stir in the tamarind pulp, salt, masala, and 4 cups (950 ml) of hot water. Pour in 2 tablespoons (54 g) of tamarind (imli) pulp, salt according to your taste, all of the masala that you made, and hot water from the tap. Stir well to so the masala dissolves in the water. Lock the lid on and pressure cook the bisibelebath for 4 whistles. Set the lid on the pressure cooker and turn it so it's secured. Put the weight over the lid's steam vent and turn the burner on to high. Once the pressure cooker whistles, turn the burner down to medium-high and pressure cook the bisibelebath for 3 more whistles. Turn off the burner. It should take about 15 minutes total for the bisibelebath to pressure cook. Stir in the ghee and serve the bisibelebath. Naturally release the pressure from the pot before you remove the lid. Open the pressure cooker and pour in 3 tablespoons (45 g) of ghee. Stir the bisibelebath well and then serve it immediately. Bisibelebath is great with papdis and raitha. Since the bisibelebath will clump together as it sits, avoid storing leftovers.	Heat a skillet over medium heat and add oil, dal, and spices. Cook the masala for 4 minutes. Blend the masala with 1⁄2 cup (120 ml) of water to form a smooth paste. Chop the potatoes, peppers, beans, carrot, squash, and drumsticks. Soak the rice and toovar dal in separate containers for 30 minutes. Drain the rice and toovar dal. Combine the oil, vegetables, rice, dal, peanuts, and seasonings. Cook the mixture for 2 minutes. Stir in the tamarind pulp, salt, masala, and 4 cups (950 ml) of hot water. Lock the lid on and pressure cook the bisibelebath for 4 whistles. Stir in the ghee and serve the bisibelebath.
https://www.wikihow.com/Use-Logarithmic-Tables	How to Use Logarithmic Tables	To use logarithmic tables for a base-10 logarithm, start by making sure you have the correct log table, called a “common log.” Then, scan the “n” column on the far left for the first two digits of the number. From there, move to the right to find the column labeled with the third digit of the number, and find the cell where the row and column intersect. The cell contains the digits of the number that are after the decimal point, or the “mantissa.” Once you have the mantissa, count the number of places after the decimal point and subtract one to find the integer.	Choose the correct table. To find log a (n), you'll need a log a table. Most log tables are for base-10 logarithms, called "common logs." Example: log 10 (31.62) requires a base-10 table. Find the correct cell. Look for the cell value at the following intersections, ignoring all decimal places: Row labeled with first two digits of n Column header with third digit of n Example: log 10 (31.62) → row 31, column 6 → cell value 0.4997. Use smaller chart for precise numbers. Some tables have a smaller set of columns on the right side of the chart. Use these to adjust answer if n has four or more significant digits: Stay in same row Find small column header with fourth digit of n Add this to previous value Example: log 10 (31.62) → row 31, small column 2 → cell value 2 → 4997 + 2 = 4999. Prefix a decimal point. The log table only tells you the portion of your answer after the decimal point. This is called the "mantissa." Example: Solution so far is ?.4999 Find the integer portion. Also called the "characteristic". By trial and error, find integer value of p such that a p < n {\displaystyle a^{p}<n} and a p + 1 > n {\displaystyle a^{p+1}>n}. Example: 10 1 = 10 < 31.62 {\displaystyle 10^{1}=10<31.62} and 10 2 = 100 > 31.62 {\displaystyle 10^{2}=100>31.62}. The "characteristic" is 1. The final answer is 1.4999 Note how easy this is for base-10 logs. Just count the digits left of the decimal and subtract one. Understand what a logarithm is. 10 is 100. 10 is 1000. The powers 2 and 3 are the base-10 logarithms of 100 and 1000. In general, a = c can be rewritten as log a c = b. So, saying "ten to the power of two is 100" is equivalent to saying "the base-ten log of 100 is two." Each logarithmic table is only usable with a certain base ( a in the equation above). By far the most common type of log table uses base-10 logs, also called the common logarithm. Multiply two numbers by adding their powers. For example: 10 * 10 = 10 , or 100 * 1000 = 100,000. The natural log, represented by "ln", is the base-e log, where e is the constant 2.718. This is a useful number in many areas of math and physics. You can use natural log tables in the same way that you use common, or base-10, log tables. Identify the characteristic of the number whose log you want to find. Let's say you want to find the base-10 log of 15 on a common log table. 15 lies between 10 (10 ) and 100 (10 ), so its logarithm will lie between 1 and 2, or be 1.something. 150 lies between 100 (10 ) and 1000 (10 ), so its logarithm will lie between 2 and 3, or be 2.something. The.something is called the mantissa; this is what you will find in the log table. What comes before the decimal point (1 in the first example, 2 in the second) is the characteristic. Slide your finger down to the appropriate row on the table using the leftmost column. This column will show the first two or, for some large log tables, three digits of the number whose logarithm you're looking up. If you're looking up the log of 15.27 in a normal log table, go to the row marked 15. If you're looking up the log of 2.57, go to the row marked 25. Sometimes the numbers in this row will have a decimal point, so you'll look up 2.5 rather than 25. You can ignore this decimal point, as it won't affect your answer. Also ignore any decimal points in the number whose logarithm you're looking up, as the mantissa for the log of 1.527 is no different from that of the log of 152.7. On the appropriate row, slide your finger over to the appropriate column. This column will be the one marked with the next digit of the number whose logarithm you're looking up. For example, if you want to find the log of 15.27, your finger will be on the row marked 15. Slide your finger along that row to the right to find column 2. You will be pointing at the number 1818. Write this down. If your log table has a mean difference table, slide your finger over to the column in that table marked with the next digit of the number you're looking up. For 15.27, this number is 7. Your finger is currently on row 15 and column 2. Slide it over to row 15 and mean differences column 7. You will be pointing at the number 20. Write this down. Add the numbers found in the two preceding steps together. For 15.27, you will get 1838. This is the mantissa of the logarithm of 15.27. Add the characteristic. Since 15 is between 10 and 100 (10 and 10 ), the log of 15 must be between 1 and 2, so 1.something, so the characteristic is 1. Combine the characteristic with the mantissa to get your final answer. Find that the log of 15.27 is 1.1838. Understand the anti-log table. Use this when you have the log of a number but not the number itself. In the formula 10 = x, n is the common log, or base-ten log, of x. If you have x, find n using the log table. If you have n, find x using the anti-log table. The anti-log is also commonly known as the inverse log. Write down the characteristic. This is the number before the decimal point. If you're looking up the anti-log of 2.8699, the characteristic is 2. Mentally remove it from the number you're looking up, but make sure to write it down so you don't forget it - it will be important later. Find the row that matches the first part of the mantissa. In 2.8699, the mantissa is.8699. Most anti-log tables, like most log tables, have two digits in the leftmost column, so run your finger down that column until you find.86. Slide your finger over to the column marked with the next digit of the mantissa. For 2.8699, slide your finger along the row marked.86 to find the intersection with column 9. This should read 7396. Write this down. If your anti-log table has a table of mean differences, slide your finger over to the column in that table marked with the next digit of the mantissa. Make sure to keep your finger in the same row. In this case, you will slide your finger over to the last column in the table, column 9. The intersection of row.86 and mean differences column 9 is 15. Write that down. Add the two numbers from the two previous steps. In our example, these are 7396 and 15. Add them together to get 7411. Use the characteristic to place the decimal point. Our characteristic was 2. This means that the answer is between 10 and 10 , or between 100 and 1000. In order for the number 7411 to fall between 100 and 1000, the decimal point must go after three digits, so that the number is about 700 rather than 70, which is too small, or 7000, which is too big. So the final answer is 741.1. Understand how to multiply numbers using their logarithms. We know that 10 * 100 = 1000. Written in terms of powers (or logarithms), 10 * 10 = 10. We also know that 1 + 2 = 3. In general, 10 * 10 = 10. So, the sum of the logarithms of two different numbers is the logarithm of the product of those numbers. We can multiply two numbers of the same base by adding their powers. Look up the logarithms of the two numbers you want to multiply. Use the method above to find the logarithms. For example, if you want to multiply 15.27 and 48.54, you would find the log of 15.27 to be 1.1838 and the log of 48.54 to be 1.6861. Add the two logarithms to find the logarithm of the solution. In this example, add 1.1838 and 1.6861 to get 2.8699. This number is the logarithm of your answer. Look up the anti-logarithm of the result from the above step to find the solution. You can do this by finding the number in the body of the table closest to the mantissa of this number (8699). The more efficient and reliable method, however, is to find the answer in the table of anti-logarithms, as described in the method above. For this example, you will get 741.1.	Choose the correct table. Find the correct cell. Use smaller chart for precise numbers. Prefix a decimal point. Find the integer portion. Understand what a logarithm is. Identify the characteristic of the number whose log you want to find. Slide your finger down to the appropriate row on the table using the leftmost column. On the appropriate row, slide your finger over to the appropriate column. If your log table has a mean difference table, slide your finger over to the column in that table marked with the next digit of the number you're looking up. Add the numbers found in the two preceding steps together. Add the characteristic. Understand the anti-log table. Write down the characteristic. Find the row that matches the first part of the mantissa. Slide your finger over to the column marked with the next digit of the mantissa. If your anti-log table has a table of mean differences, slide your finger over to the column in that table marked with the next digit of the mantissa. Add the two numbers from the two previous steps. Use the characteristic to place the decimal point. Understand how to multiply numbers using their logarithms. Look up the logarithms of the two numbers you want to multiply. Add the two logarithms to find the logarithm of the solution. Look up the anti-logarithm of the result from the above step to find the solution.
https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-Epoxy-Floors	How to Clean Epoxy Floors	To clean epoxy floors, wipe up spills right away with a soft cloth and, if needed, use a gentle cleanser like Windex to get rid of stickiness. You can remove stubborn stains by spraying them with an ammonia solution and scrubbing with a stiff nylon brush. Then, dust mop once a week to get rid of accumulated dirt. If you have visible construction joints or saw cuts, use a vacuum attachment to clean them once a month. You can deep clean the floors by mopping them every 3 months.	Dust mop once a week. The best way to maintain your epoxy floor is to run a soft dust mop over it once a week. This removes dirt and dust gently, which prevents scratches and protects your floor. For floors with an anti-slip aggregate coating--such as aluminum oxide--a soft bristle push broom may be more effective than a standard dust mop. Vacuum any joints once a month. If you have visible construction joints or saw cuts, you should use a vacuum to clean these out. For best results, use your vacuum attachment hose with a crevice tool. Vacuum these joints about once per month. If you do not have a vacuum, you can try to clean any joints/cuts with a stiff bristle broom. Clean spills immediately with a soft cloth. Oil, chemicals, or even just water left to sit for too long can damage your epoxy floors. Clean any spills as soon as you see them using a soft towel or cloth. You can use a gentle cleanser--such as Windex--if a spill is sticky or leaves a film. Perform a deep cleaning every three months. In addition to general cleaning, you can keep your epoxy floors in good shape by doing a deep cleaning about once every few months. In order to accomplish this, you may need to move some vehicles, tools, or other items out of your way. Choose a cleaning solution. You have two good options to choose from: the first is a non-toxic, biodegradable cleanser (like Simple Green), and the second is ammonia. When prepared with the right amount of water, both of these cleansers are safe and effective for epoxy floors. Mix ⁄ 2 cup (120 ml) of Simple Green with 1 gallon (3.8 L) of hot water. If you make an over-concentrated solution, it can leave a film on your floor. Mix ⁄ 2 cup (120 ml) of ammonia with 1 gallon (3.8 L) of hot water. with a hard foam mop. Mop the floor Create a bucket of cleaning solution, as well as a bucket of plain hot water. Submerge your hard foam mop into your cleaning solution, ring it out, and then move it over your floor. Rinse the floor. Fill a bucket with clean warm water. Using your hard foam mop, go back over the floor with water in order to rinse off any detergent. When you're finished, dry the floor with a soft towel. Scrub stubborn spots with a stiff nylon brush. For stubborn spots and stains, spray the area with a stronger ratio of cleansing solution (either ammonia or Simple Green) and scrub with a stiff nylon brush. Repeat this action until all stains are gone. When you are done scrubbing, rinse the area with a bit of water and dry with a towel. Clean rust stains or salt film with a lactic acid-based cleanser. The best way to remove rust stains or to clear away film from road salt is to clean your floor with a lactic acid-based cleanser (such as CLR). Create a solution that is 1 part lactic acid cleanser to 1 part warm water, and apply it directly to the area you want to clean. Scrub with a regular scrub brush and rinse with cold water. Do not let the cleanser sit for more than 1-2 minutes on your epoxy floor. Remove tire marks with a concrete degreaser. The best way to remove tire marks from epoxy floors is to saturate the area with a concrete degreasing product and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. Then use a stiff bristle nylon brush to vigorously scrub tire marks away. If they are persistent, you may need to apply the degreaser a second time. Once the tire marks have been removed, rinse the area with a bit of water and dry with a towel. Work on tire marks right away when they're made. They will be more difficult to remove the longer they build up.	Dust mop once a week. Vacuum any joints once a month. Clean spills immediately with a soft cloth. Perform a deep cleaning every three months. Choose a cleaning solution. with a hard foam mop. Rinse the floor. Scrub stubborn spots with a stiff nylon brush. Clean rust stains or salt film with a lactic acid-based cleanser. Remove tire marks with a concrete degreaser.
https://www.wikihow.com/Steam-Potatoes	How to Steam Potatoes	To steam potatoes using aluminum foil, start by scrubbing the potatoes under running water to rinse off the dirt and debris. Next, use aluminum foil to make 3 golf ball-sized wads. Place these foil balls into a pot with about a half-inch of water at the bottom, and place a heat-proof plate on top of the balls. Bring the pot of water to a boil, then put your potatoes on the plate and cover the pot with a lid. Cook your potatoes for 15 minutes or until they're soft.	Wash the potatoes thoroughly. To do this, simply vigorously scrub the outside of the potatoes with a scrub brush and water to remove any dirt or chemicals. You don't need to peel the potatoes. In fact, leaving the skins on will help them keep their shape once they soften. Boil 1 to 3 inches (2.5 to 7.6 cm) of water in a pot with a steamer basket. A metal sieve or colander can be used in place of a steamer basket. Make sure the water is not touching the steamer basket. Place the potatoes in the steamer basket with the largest ones on the bottom. The smaller ones can then go on top. If your potatoes don't all fit in the steamer basket at once, cook them in batches. You may want to cut the larger potatoes be the equivalent size of the smaller ones. This will help them cook evenly. Cover the pot tightly with a lid. This is an incredibly important step - the lid is what traps the moisture in and steams the potatoes. Covering the pot also keeps the temperature inside the pot hotter so that the potatoes can cook faster. Cook the potatoes for about 10-15 minutes on medium heat. Keep in mind that larger potatoes may take longer while smaller potatoes could be done in less time. You'll know the potatoes are cooked completely when you can easily cut through them with a butter knife. Scrub the potatoes under running water. Use a scrub brush to get rid of dirt or debris on the skins. Don't soak the potatoes as this can actually remove some of their nutrients. There's no need to peel the potatoes. Fill a medium pot with 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) of water. You don't need much water, just enough to create moisture when covered with a lid later on. The more water you put in the pot, the longer it will take to boil. A sprinkle of sea salt in the water will add flavor to your potatoes. Place 3 balls of aluminum foil in the pot, laying a heat-proof plate on top. Make the balls about the size of a golf ball, or at least big enough that the plate is not in the water. They should all be the same size, too. You can use a small baking rack instead of a plate, if desired. Bring the pot of water (with the plate inside) to a boil. You'll know it's ready when the water is bubbling and steam is coming out of the pot. If you notice that a lot of the water has evaporated from boiling, pour more in so it doesn't dry up completely. Put your potatoes on the plate and cover the pot with a lid. The lid will make sure moisture can't escape. Spread the potatoes out evenly around the plate (don't pile them up in the middle) to make sure they all get cooked evenly. Cook the potatoes for 10-15 minutes. Check the potatoes frequently by removing one potato and cutting into it with a knife to see if they are soft. Always cut at the thickest section of the potato because this will be the last part to cook through. Baby potatoes work best for steaming. Larger potatoes can take 20 minutes or more. Clean the potatoes with water and a scrub brush. You don't need to use soap or anything else on your spuds. Simply scrub the outsides and rinse with water in the sink. Leave the skin of the potatoes intact. Put the potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl with water. Only put enough water in the bowl to cover about 1/8 of the potatoes. You can microwave the potatoes without water as well but there's a greater chance they'll dry out. Cover the bowl completely with plastic wrap. You can place a microwave-safe plate over the top of the bowl as an alternative. As long as no moisture can get out, any cover will do. Cook the potatoes for 5 minutes. The cooking time will depend on the strength of your microwave. The potatoes should be crisp yet easily pierced with a fork when they're done. Check the potatoes every 1-2 minutes so they don't overcook.	Wash the potatoes thoroughly. Boil 1 to 3 inches (2.5 to 7.6 cm) of water in a pot with a steamer basket. Place the potatoes in the steamer basket with the largest ones on the bottom. Cover the pot tightly with a lid. Cook the potatoes for about 10-15 minutes on medium heat. Scrub the potatoes under running water. Fill a medium pot with 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) of water. Place 3 balls of aluminum foil in the pot, laying a heat-proof plate on top. Bring the pot of water (with the plate inside) to a boil. Put your potatoes on the plate and cover the pot with a lid. Cook the potatoes for 10-15 minutes. Clean the potatoes with water and a scrub brush. Put the potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl with water. Cover the bowl completely with plastic wrap. Cook the potatoes for 5 minutes.
https://www.wikihow.com/Accept-a-Marriage-Proposal	How to Accept a Marriage Proposal	Receiving a marriage proposal can be one of the most special moments in your life. If you're expecting your partner to propose soon, avoid letting on that you know about their plan or telling anyone about it. That way, your partner can be the one to break the news. When your partner proposes, just smile and say “Yes.” Don't be afraid to show your emotions when it happens. This is a special moment! You can cry, laugh, jump up and down, or do whatever feels right. Give your partner a hug and a kiss to show them how happy you are. Then, let them put the ring on your left-hand ring finger so it's official!	Don't ruin the surprise. If you believe that your partner plans to propose to you, give him or her the chance to carry out a plan. Don't try to rush the process along. Don't give any indication that you expect it. If you find out for certain that your partner is planning to propose, you can take two approaches. You can address the situation up-front and tell your partner that you know, or you can wait for the proposal and do your best to act surprised. Consider which scenario will work best within your relationship dynamic. Don't get ahead of yourself. If you know that your significant other is planning to propose, try to keep it to yourself. Restrain your excitement; don't tell your friends, your parents, or even strangers. Nothing is certain. You might be embarrassed or disappointed if you build the situation up in your head. Make sure that your answer is "yes". Think about your life, career, and relationship goals; your maturity level and your personal finances; your significant other. Ask yourself whether getting married is the right choice for you right now. If you say yes, you should do so wholeheartedly, without any doubts. Explore your misgivings, if you have any, and determine how valid they are. Search your soul. Make a list of pros and cons, or journal your thoughts, or speak with a trusted confidante. It is perfectly reasonable to do a bit of soul-searching before making such a huge decision. If you find yourself uncertain, do not feel pressured to accept the proposal. You can always ask your partner to give you time. You can keep the relationship in your life without committing to a marriage just yet. You don't need to do anything that makes you uncomfortable. Reevaluate your feelings in the moment. It is easy to block out the words and start listening to the voices in your head. However, it may be wise to pay attention to exactly what your partner is saying. Consider the implications of his or her words. When all is said and done, consider your feelings on the topic: even if you've already thought it through, ask yourself in the moment whether you are ready to marry this person. Feelings can change when you confront the reality of a situation. Don't take too long. It's good to stay in touch with your feelings, but you might offend your partner if you keep him/her waiting. Smile and say, "Yes! " Be genuine and straightforward. Make it clear that you are accepting. If you hesitate or joke about the situation, you may hurt or confuse your significant other. Let yourself be swept up in the moment. Let it be special! It may feel more authentic if you don't plan your reaction. Let your emotions show how excited you are about marrying him/her. Say, "Yes, yes, a thousand times yes!" or "Oh my gosh – of course I'll marry you!" If your partner set up a special proposal (e.g. something with a theme, or something that plays on an inside joke between the two of you), consider responding in line with that theme. Have fun with it. Starting with things like "Oh, Sam..." may throw your partner off balance. Unclear words can confuse the proposer. You may need to repeat your answer – it's easy for the proposer miss your words in his/her haste. Repetition also affirms your answer and makes it feel more real. Show your emotions. Thinking about this kind of commitment might make you feel excited, peaceful, or anxious. Whatever you are feeling, feel free to express it to your significant other. If you want to build a life with this person, you should share your emotions! There are times when it's better to play it cool, but accepting a proposal is not one of those times. Touch your partner. Place your hand on your partner's hand, and show some affection toward him/her. This small gesture will show some support and give your partner a sense of closure. Don't be afraid to show your excitement with your gestures. Hug him; kiss him; throw yourself into his arms. Make the moment special! Let your new fiancee put the ring on your left-hand ring finger. This is a classic marriage tradition in many Western cultures. The proposer gets down on one knee and opens the ring box to "pop the question"; the fiancee-to-be blushes, gets excited, says "Yes!"; and the ring slides onto the finger to symbolically seal the deal. You don't need to do this right away, and you can let the proposer take the lead – but it wouldn't hurt to hold out your left hand to make it easier. If the ring does not slide on easily, you may have to help your new fiancee put it on. If the ring turns out to be the wrong size, accept the situation gracefully. Your fiancee will probably be rather embarrassed, so just act natural. You can always take the ring to a jeweler to be re-fitted; but you cannot redo this magical moment. Focus on how excited you are to be engaged! Spread the word. Now is the time to get excited! Tell all of your friends and family, if that's your thing – or simply pass the news along as it comes up. Consider posting a status or photo to social media. This can be an efficient and appreciative way to spread the word to most of the important people in your life. Consider your partner's comfort level, and consider the complexities of the situation. If you aren't supposed to be getting married (due to parents, religion, etc.), then it may not be wise to publicize the proposal just yet. On the other hand, if you have nothing to hide, a loving and joyful Facebook post might make your partner feel even more appreciated. Talk to your now-fiancee about the conditions of your engagement. Make sure that you both understand what this means. You have committed to marrying this person, and to sharing a life together – so it's important to be on the same page. If you have any special considerations, make them clear early on. Make the engagement a collaborative process so that no one gets hurt. Plan your wedding. Now that you're engaged, you have a wedding to look forward to! Collaborate with your partner, and make sure that you're both on the same page. You can plan a lavish wedding and invite all of your friends and family, or you can spring for a private, intimate wedding. Set a date and get planning – or simply head down to the courthouse! Bear in mind that you may need to contend with the wishes of your parents and your future in-laws. You don't need to let them dictate the details, but you may not have a choice if they are helping you finance the wedding. If you're planning a big wedding, get started sooner rather than later. Set a date , to start, or at least a general timeline. Do you want to get married next week; in six months; in two years?	Don't ruin the surprise. Don't get ahead of yourself. Make sure that your answer is "yes". Reevaluate your feelings in the moment. Smile and say, "Yes! Show your emotions. Touch your partner. Let your new fiancee put the ring on your left-hand ring finger. Spread the word. Talk to your now-fiancee about the conditions of your engagement. Plan your wedding.
https://www.wikihow.com/Break-Up-with-Someone-As-Painlessly-As-Possible	How to Break Up with Someone As Painlessly As Possible	To break up with someone as painlessly as possible, do it in a private location so you don't embarrass the other person. When you break up with them, give them a good reason so they're not left wondering what went wrong. Try to use "I" language so the other person doesn't feel like you're blaming them for everything. Also, let them know everything you've appreciated about the relationship so they don't think it was a total failure. If they get upset or try to argue, remain calm and let them know that your decision is final.	Set up a time to meet with the other person. Ask them if they have an evening free sometime soon to talk, and pick a date to meet up face to face. It may feel awkward, like there's never a good time, but try to do it as soon as possible. This will help you avoid drawing things out and hurting the other person even more. Be respectful about timing as well. As much as you can, try to avoid holidays, birthdays, anniversaries of a loved one's death, or important career events. Although it can be tempting to break up with someone over the phone and avoid the pain or discomfort of doing it in person, try to avoid this method as much as possible. Meeting with someone in person shows them that you respect and care for them, gives the relationship some closure, and can help you avoid miscommunications. Try to think about how you would want to be treated if the roles were reversed. Choose a quiet, private space where you can talk. If the relationship is still new and you've only been going out for a few weeks, you could choose somewhere calm and low-key, like a coffee shop. If you're ending a long-term relationship, you'll want to pick somewhere more private, such as your home or a neutral space. Avoid loud, crowded spaces, such as parties or bars. Some good neutral spaces include parks and restaurants. Choose an open, public place if you're worried about your safety. You can also ask a friend to come along and hang out nearby in case you need help. Take time to reflect on your relationship and plan out what you’ll say. Think about why you want to break up and how you can express that to the other person. Consider what you've learned from this relationship, whether about yourself, your likes and dislikes, or how relationships work. Reflection is the best way to process your emotions and prepare for the breakup itself, rather than jumping right in without giving it any thought and talking in circles. For example, you may want to break up because your partner easily becomes clingy and jealous. Maybe you've lost the spark and don't feel attracted to them anymore, or maybe your ideas about money, family, or religion are incompatible. Make the breakup clear instead of just ghosting the person. Although avoiding them and just letting the relationship fade may seem tempting, this method can be even more painful and confusing for your partner. Take the time to sit down and tell the person that you want to break up. It may feel more awkward or painful in the moment, but clearly ending things will be much better in the long run. If you find yourself ignoring your partner's calls or pulling away from them physically, think about why you feel that way. Instead of acting distant, you may need to have a serious conversation about ending the relationship. Give concrete and logical reasons for why you want to break up. Be firm and clear with your significant other when you lay out why the relationship isn't working. This may seem a little harsh, but if you do it with compassion, logic can actually help the other person deal with the breakup more smoothly. For example, you could say, “I love spending time with you, but ultimately, I want to get married someday. I know you don't believe in marriage, so I think it's best if we end things now.” If you don't have a very concrete reason, try to center your reasons around the relationship, rather than them as a person. For example, you could say “We seem to have very different goals now” or “Our values just don't match up.” Let them know what you’ve appreciated about the relationship. At this point, your significant other is probably feeling discouraged and upset. Try to remember and share the positive experiences you've had. Tell them something that you're grateful for about your time together, such as the experiences you've both had or something you've learned about yourself. You could say “I'm so glad I met you. Because of you, I've learned how to open up to others” or “I'm so grateful for our time together, and I'll never forget it.” If you haven't been dating for very long, you could mention one of their character traits that you appreciate. For example, you could say, “Your sense of positivity has shown me that I really value that quality in others.” Express your emotions in a rational way. Make sure that you say what you need to say in order to avoid carrying it around as emotional baggage. If your emotions turn negative and tempers start to get out of hand, take a few deep breaths and rein it back in. Use “I” language to explain your feelings without placing blame. When you try to explain why you want to break up, it's easy for the other person to feel attacked or blamed for the problems in the relationship. Using “I” language can help reduce this feeling by naming specific issues and how those issues made you feel, rather than just calling out the other person. For example, instead of saying “You never came with me to any family dinners,” try changing it to “I felt lonely and frustrated when I had to go to family dinners alone.” Be gentle but firm if they try to convince you to stay together. Rather than let the conversation turn into an argument that goes on and on, just tell them, “I'm sorry, but this is the decision I need to make.” If they don't respect your decision and continue to push you, then tell them politely that your decision is final, and then leave. Don’t feel guilty about breaking up. Breaking off a relationship when it's not working isn't something you should feel guilty about—in fact, it's a form of self-care. You're also showing the other person compassion. Odds are, they're aware of the same issues that you are but they just can't bring themselves to do it. Don’t contact your ex for a few months after you break up. Give your ex at least a few months to process the breakup before reaching out. This means getting them off of your mind by cutting off communication through social media, texting, calling, or face-to-face interactions. Time apart from each other is necessary and, in the long run, beneficial for both you and your ex. This may also mean deleting their number from your phone, unfollowing and unfriending them, and deleting photos of the two of you. If you're worried about seeming cruel or cold, let the person know that this is something you'll need following the breakup. Take care of yourself and let yourself heal. Even if you're the one initiating the breakup, it'll probably be painful for you, too. Remember to give yourself time to grieve and adjust to the change. Focus on self-care activities and doing things that you enjoy, such as spending time with friends and family, being in nature, exercising, taking bubble baths, and reading. Don't turn to alcohol or drugs to make yourself feel better. In the end, these things can actually make the healing process more difficult.	Set up a time to meet with the other person. Choose a quiet, private space where you can talk. Take time to reflect on your relationship and plan out what you’ll say. Make the breakup clear instead of just ghosting the person. Give concrete and logical reasons for why you want to break up. Let them know what you’ve appreciated about the relationship. Express your emotions in a rational way. Use “I” language to explain your feelings without placing blame. Be gentle but firm if they try to convince you to stay together. Don’t feel guilty about breaking up. Don’t contact your ex for a few months after you break up. Take care of yourself and let yourself heal.
https://www.wikihow.com/Write-a-Letter-to-Your-Best-Friend	How to Write a Letter to Your Best Friend	To write a letter to your best friend, start by making a quick list of topics you want to cover and questions you want to ask so you don't forget anything. Next, choose a cute piece of stationary, write the date at the top, and add a greeting like "Dear Sally" or "Hi BFF!" Then, create the body of the letter by asking your friend how they're doing, telling them what you've been up to, and adding anything else you want. Feel free to use more than one piece of stationary and decorate it any way you like!	Take notes. It can be scary to sit down to a blank page and try to write a long, meaningful letter. Even though you know your best friend well, it can still be difficult to think of what to write. As you go through your day, take notes of little things you think your best friend would like, events you want to tell your best friend about, or just things you find funny. Your friend will appreciate that you include these little details about your daily life in the letter. You can do this in a physical notepad, but it can be convenient simply to keep notes in your phone using a note-taking application with a section titled “Best friend Letter.” When you sit down to write your letter, look back over your notes to get ideas of what you want to include as you write. Think of questions. When you write, you want your best friend to know that you're interested in them. Even though you're best friends and likely have been for a while, there's always more to learn about each other. Ask them questions, and let them know your answers to those questions. Fun questions you could ask include: “If you were an animal, what animal do you think you'd be, and why?” You can even tell them what animal you think they are like. “If you could meet one fictional character in real life, who would you want to meet?” “If you could choose to magically have any ability or skill, what would you want to be able to do?” “Do you think aliens are real?” “What makes you happiest?” “What's a food that you absolutely hate?” “Who do you have a crush on right now?” “What's your favorite thing that we do together?” Make plans for when you see them again. These plans could be specific or just general fun things you'd like to do together. Having plans written down will make you excited to see your friend and do new things together. Plan to marathon your favorite movies. Decide you're going to have a two-person book club. Think of a project you'd like to do together. List out places or attractions you'd like to visit. Tell them what you like about them. Sometimes, when you have a best friend, you're so comfortable with each other that you don't have to talk about your friendship, it's just a given. A letter can be a nice way to express the things you always know but never say. Think about the qualities you admire in your friend. Also, think of times that they helped you or made you feel better. Choose your stationery[4] X Research source Using pretty stationery can make your letter seem more special. Think about things your friend likes. For example, if your friend loves daisies, try to find stationery with a border of daisies. Get a corresponding envelope as well. If you choose unlined stationery, you can lay a piece of lined paper underneath to help guide you as you write. Date your letter. Just write the date on which you write your letter in the top lefthand corner. This will help your friend remember the occasion on which he or she received your letter. Also, if your letter is delayed for some reason, your best friend will know when you wrote it. This is especially important if you're sending the letter far away. Start with a greeting. This is the standard format for any kind of letter. Begin your letter with “Dear Jane.” Use the name of your best friend. Then, for your greeting, you can simply start with “Hello!” Or, if you want it to be slightly more personal, try “Hello best friend!” or “Hey BFF!” or use a nickname that only you call your best friend. Write the body of your letter. Write as much or as little as you'd like. Even if you only write a paragraph or two, your friend will still be happy that you wrote them a letter. Don't be afraid to use more than one sheet of paper. In this part of your letter, include your funny anecdotes and ask how your friend is. Write them an update on your life. They're your best friend, and they want to know what's going on with you. For example, if you have a new crush, let them know. Give them a list of things they might want to check out, like songs or TV shows. Write your closing lines. You want to end your letter with something sweet. If you haven't seen them in a while, let them know you miss them. Say something like, “I love you! Write back soon!” End with “Your best friend,” or “Love,” and then write your signature. If you forget to write something in your letter, you can always go back and add a P.S. with the message you forgot. Decorate the letter. To make the letter even more personalized, consider adding little drawings to it. You can even draw on the envelope. Use colored pencils or markers in all your best friend's favorite colors. Draw a little picture of you and your friend, or add hearts and flowers. If you don't want to draw, you can also use ink stamps or stickers to decorate the letter. Add a spritz of your perfume. This will sweeten up your letter, and remind your best friend of you. Hold a bottle of perfume several inches from the letter, facing it directly. Spray a few times over the page, but don't soak the paper. A little bit will go a long way. Sniff the paper to make sure you can smell the perfume. Fold your letter. You want to fold your letter, if it is on standard-sized paper, into even thirds. Once you fold your letter, slip it into your envelope. Seal the envelope by licking it or using a sponge to wet the seal. You can also place a sticker or a piece of decorate tape over the front flap of the envelope for extra security and decoration. Address the letter. This is how the post office knows where to send the letter. First, write your best friend's ful name on the back middle of the envelope. If you don't plan to mail the letter, you can simply write the name. If you do want to mail the letter, write the street number and name on the line underneath the name. On the next line, write the city, state, and zip code. In the top left hand corner, write your own name and address. Then stick a stamp in the top right corner of the envelope. Place the letter in the mailbox. When you put the letter in the mailbox, put the mailbox flag in the upright position so that your postman knows that you want something delivered. You can also take it to the post office, instead of placing it in your own mailbox. This will decrease the time it takes for your letter to get to your best friend. If you include anything extra in your letter that makes it heavier, it is a good idea to take it to the post office to make sure you use enough postage.	Take notes. Think of questions. Make plans for when you see them again. Tell them what you like about them. Choose your stationery[4] X Research source Using pretty stationery can make your letter seem more special. Date your letter. Start with a greeting. Write the body of your letter. Write your closing lines. Decorate the letter. Add a spritz of your perfume. Fold your letter. Address the letter. Place the letter in the mailbox.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Adana-Kebab	How to Make Adana Kebab	If you want to make adana kebab, a Turkish spicy minced meat, place minced beef or beef and mutton in a bowl. Stir in butter, chopped onion, coriander, cumin, and biber, a Turkish red pepper paste. Add finely chopped or pureed red pepper to the mixture, then season with salt and pepper. Knead the mixture together, then divide it into 4 equal-sized rectangular kebabs. Cover the kebabs with olive oil and grill them on high heat for about 5 minutes or until the kebabs are no longer pink in the center.	Put the minced meat in a bowl . If you have half beef, half mutton then mix it a bit. Cut the butter and the onion into small pieces and add them to the minced meat. Add also the coriander, cumin and biber. Cut the sweet pepper into a few big chunks and use an immersion blender to puree the sweet pepper. If you have no immersion blender you can also cut the sweet pepper into very small pieces. Add the puree to the minced meat . Add salt and pepper. Knead the minced meat . Divide the minced meat into four equal sized, rectangle shaped kebabs. If you are using the long skewer, you may not need to divide the meat. You would make a long patty to put on the skewer, as shown.	Put the minced meat in a bowl Cut the butter and the onion Cut the sweet pepper Add the puree to the minced meat Add salt and pepper. Knead the minced meat Divide the minced meat
https://www.wikihow.com/Unshrink-Jeans	How to Unshrink Jeans	To unshrink your jeans, start by laying them out flat on the floor. Next, spray one section at a time with lukewarm water, and pull on the fabric to stretch it out. Once you've sprayed and stretched every portion of the jeans, hang them up to air dry. If your jeans are still too tight, try putting on the jeans as far as you can, then sitting in a warm bath for around a half hour, stretching them out with heat and pressure.	Fill a spray bottle with lukewarm water. Make sure the spray bottle is clean and free of leftover chemicals from previous uses. Fill it up with only lukewarm water. If you don't have a spray bottle around, you can pour small amounts of water onto your jeans as you work on stretching them out. Lay the jeans out on the floor. Make sure the jeans are completely flat on the floor. Smooth the fabric out with your hands. Separate the legs of the jeans so you can easily work on one section at a time. Pull on the jeans as you spray them. Spray the water on every part that needs to be stretched out. Once it is fairly damp, use your hands to pull and stretch that portion of the jeans. Repeat this until you have stretched out every part of the jeans that need to be stretched out. Let the jeans air dry. You can leave the jeans laying out flat if you don't want to move them. Or, you can hang them up to dry. Try on your jeans once they have dried to make sure they have been stretched out enough. If not, repeat the process or try another method. Add baby shampoo to a bucket of water. Any type of baby shampoo will work. Pour a capful of the shampoo into a bucket filled with lukewarm water. Quickly run your hands through the water to thoroughly mix in the baby shampoo. Work through the jeans with your hands. Put the jeans in the water and let them soak for a few minutes. Then, use your hands to work the baby shampoo and water thoroughly through the jeans. Doing this will help relax the fibers of your jeans. Squeeze out the excess water. Once you have worked the baby shampoo through your jeans, use your hands to squeeze out the excess water. You only need to squeeze gently. Don't wring or rinse out the jeans. Roll the jeans up in a clean towel. Use a clean, dry towel that has been washed before so that the fibers of the towel don't rub off on the jeans. Lay the wet jeans out flat on top of the towel. Roll the towel up while the jeans are inside it. Gently press on the towel so that the jeans absorb the excess moisture. Pull on the jeans as they dry. Get another clean, dry towel. Lay the jeans on top of the towel. They should still be damp at this point. Gently pull on the jeans to stretch them out. Work on every part of the jeans until the entire garment has been stretched. Allow the jeans to air dry. Leave the jeans on the same towel where stretched them out. Keep the jeans on the towel until they are completely dry. Inspect your jeans or try them on to see if they have been stretched out enough. You can put a fan in front of the towel to speed up the drying process. Put on the jeans. This method will only work if the jeans haven't shrunk so much that you can't put them on. If you can put them on, do so but leave them unbuttoned. It's okay if you can't pull the jeans up as high as usual. Fill a bath with warm water. The water should be warm, not hot. The water will loosen the fabric and threading. Fill it up enough so that your jeans are completely submerged in the water. Sit down in the tub while wearing the jeans. Soak in the tub for 30 minutes to one hour, or sit there until the water turns cold. You can just sit there or use your hands to gently pull on the fabric while you soak. Hang the jeans up to dry. After you have soaked, get out of the tub and use a towel to pat off the excess water. Then, take off your jeans and hang them up to air dry. Try them on once they've dried to make sure they fit properly.	Fill a spray bottle with lukewarm water. Lay the jeans out on the floor. Pull on the jeans as you spray them. Let the jeans air dry. Add baby shampoo to a bucket of water. Work through the jeans with your hands. Squeeze out the excess water. Roll the jeans up in a clean towel. Pull on the jeans as they dry. Allow the jeans to air dry. Put on the jeans. Fill a bath with warm water. Sit down in the tub while wearing the jeans. Hang the jeans up to dry.
https://www.wikihow.com/Take-Derivatives	How to Take Derivatives	To take the derivative of a function by using the definition, substitute x plus delta x into the function for each instance of x. Then, substitute the new function into the limit, and evaluate the limit to find the derivative. If you're finding the derivative of a polynomial with a function to the degree of n, use the power rule by multiplying the coefficient by the exponent and subtracting 1 from the exponent to lower the power by one. After that, simplify the limit to find the derivative of the equation.	Understand the definition of the derivative. While this will almost never be used to actually take derivatives, an understanding of this concept is vital nonetheless. Recall that the linear function is of the form y = m x + b. {\displaystyle y=mx+b.} To find the slope m {\displaystyle m} of this function, two points on the line are taken, and their coordinates are plugged into the relation m = y 2 − y 1 x 2 − x 1. {\displaystyle m={\frac {y_{2}-y_{1}}{x_{2}-x_{1}}}.} Of course, this can only be used with linear graphs. For nonlinear functions, the line will be curved, so taking the difference of two points can only give the average rate of change between them. The line that intersects these two points is called the secant line, with a slope m = f ( x + Δ x ) − f ( x ) Δ x , {\displaystyle m={\frac {f(x+\Delta x)-f(x)}{\Delta x}},} where Δ x = x 2 − x 1 {\displaystyle \Delta x=x_{2}-x_{1}} is the change in x , {\displaystyle x,} and we have replaced y {\displaystyle y} with f ( x ). {\displaystyle f(x).} This is the same equation as the one before. The concept of the derivatives comes in when we take the limit Δ x → 0. {\displaystyle \Delta x\to 0.} When this happens, the distance between the two points shrinks, and the secant line better approximates the rate of change of the function. When we do send the limit to 0, we end up with the instantaneous rate of change and obtain the slope of the tangent line to the curve (see animation above). Then, we end up with the definition of the derivative, where the prime symbol denotes the derivative of the function f. {\displaystyle f.} f ′ ( x ) = lim Δ x → 0 f ( x + Δ x ) − f ( x ) Δ x {\displaystyle f^{\prime }(x)=\lim _{\Delta x\to 0}{\frac {f(x+\Delta x)-f(x)}{\Delta x}}} Finding the derivative from this definition stems from expanding the numerator, canceling, and then evaluating the limit, since immediately evaluating the limit will give a 0 in the denominator. Understand the derivative notation. There are two common notations for the derivative, though there are others. Lagrange's Notation. In the previous step, we used this notation to denote the derivative of a function f ( x ) {\displaystyle f(x)} by adding a prime symbol. f ′ ( x ) {\displaystyle f^{\prime }(x)} This notation is pronounced " f {\displaystyle f} prime of x. {\displaystyle x.} " To form higher order derivatives, simply add another prime symbol. When derivatives of fourth or higher order are taken, the notation becomes f ( 4 ) ( x ) , {\displaystyle f^{(4)}(x),} where this represents the fourth derivative. Leibniz's Notation. This is the other commonly used notation, and we will use it in the rest of the article. d f d x {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} f}{\mathrm {d} x}}} (For shorter expressions, the function can be placed in the numerator.) This notation literally means "the derivative of f {\displaystyle f} with respect to x. {\displaystyle x.} " It may be helpful to think of it as Δ y Δ x {\displaystyle {\frac {\Delta y}{\Delta x}}} for values of x {\displaystyle x} and y {\displaystyle y} that are infinitesimally different from each other. When using this notation for higher derivatives, you must write d 2 f d x 2 , {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} ^{2}f}{\mathrm {d} x^{2}}},} where this represents the second derivative. (Note that there "should" be parentheses in the denominator, but no one ever writes them, since everyone understands what we mean without them anyway.) Substitute (x+Δx){\displaystyle (x+\Delta x)} into the function. For this example, we will define f ( x ) = 2 x 2 + 6 x. {\displaystyle f(x)=2x^{2}+6x.} f ( x + Δ x ) = 2 ( x + Δ x ) 2 + 6 ( x + Δ x ) = 2 ( x 2 + 2 x Δ x + ( Δ x ) 2 ) + 6 x + 6 Δ x = 2 x 2 + 4 x Δ x + 2 ( Δ x ) 2 + 6 x + 6 Δ x. {\displaystyle {\begin{aligned}f(x+\Delta x)&=2(x+\Delta x)^{2}+6(x+\Delta x)\\&=2(x^{2}+2x\Delta x+(\Delta x)^{2})+6x+6\Delta x\\&=2x^{2}+4x\Delta x+2(\Delta x)^{2}+6x+6\Delta x.\end{aligned}}} Substitute the function into the limit. Then evaluate the limit. d d x f ( x ) = lim Δ x → 0 ( 2 x 2 + 4 x Δ x + 2 ( Δ x ) 2 + 6 x + 6 Δ x ) − ( 2 x 2 + 6 x ) Δ x = lim Δ x → 0 4 x Δ x + 2 ( Δ x ) 2 + 6 Δ x Δ x = lim Δ x → 0 Δ x ( 4 x + 2 Δ x + 6 ) Δ x = lim Δ x → 0 4 x + 2 Δ x + 6 = 4 x + 6. {\displaystyle {\begin{aligned}{\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}f(x)&=\lim _{\Delta x\to 0}{\frac {(2x^{2}+4x\Delta x+2(\Delta x)^{2}+6x+6\Delta x)-(2x^{2}+6x)}{\Delta x}}\\&=\lim _{\Delta x\to 0}{\frac {4x\Delta x+2(\Delta x)^{2}+6\Delta x}{\Delta x}}\\&=\lim _{\Delta x\to 0}{\frac {\Delta x(4x+2\Delta x+6)}{\Delta x}}\\&=\lim _{\Delta x\to 0}4x+2\Delta x+6\\&=4x+6.\end{aligned}}} This is a lot of work for such a simple function. We will see that there are plenty of derivative rules to skirt past this type of evaluation. You can find the slope anywhere on the function f ( x ) = 2 x 2 + 6 x. {\displaystyle f(x)=2x^{2}+6x.} Simply plug in any x value into the derivative d f ( x ) d x = 4 x + 6. {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} f(x)}{\mathrm {d} x}}=4x+6.} Use the power rule[3] X Research source when f(x){\displaystyle f(x)} is a polynomial function of degree n. Multiply the exponent with the coefficient and bring down the power by one. The formula is d d x ( x n ) = n x n − 1. {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}(x^{n})=nx^{n-1}.} Although the intuitive method seems to only apply to natural number exponents, it can be generalized to all real numbers; that is, n ∈ R. {\displaystyle n\in \mathbb {R}.} Use the previous example. f ( x ) = 2 x 2 + 6 x. {\displaystyle f(x)=2x^{2}+6x.} Remember that x = x 1. {\displaystyle x=x^{1}.} f ( x ) = 2 x 2 + 6 x d d x f ( x ) = ( 2 ) 2 x 2 − 1 + ( 1 ) 6 x 1 − 1 = 4 x + 6. {\displaystyle {\begin{aligned}f(x)&=2x^{2}+6x\\{\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}f(x)&=(2)2x^{2-1}+(1)6x^{1-1}\\&=4x+6.\end{aligned}}} We have used the property that the derivative of a sum is the sum of the derivatives (technically, the reason why we can do this is because the derivative is a linear operator). Obviously, the power rule makes finding derivatives of polynomials much easier. Before going on, it is important to note that the derivative of a constant is 0, because the derivative measures the rate of change, and no such change exists with a constant. Differentiate again. Taking a higher order derivative of a function just means you take the derivative of the derivative (for order of 2). For example, if it asks you to take the third derivative, just differentiate the function three times. For polynomial functions of degree n , {\displaystyle n,} the n + 1 {\displaystyle n+1} order derivative will be 0. Take the third derivative of the previous example f(x)=2x2+6x{\displaystyle f(x)=2x^{2}+6x}. d d x f ( x ) = 4 x + 6 d 2 d x 2 f ( x ) = 4 d 3 d x 3 f ( x ) = 0 {\displaystyle {\begin{aligned}{\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}f(x)&=4x+6\\{\frac {\mathrm {d} ^{2}}{\mathrm {d} x^{2}}}f(x)&=4\\{\frac {\mathrm {d} ^{3}}{\mathrm {d} x^{3}}}f(x)&=0\end{aligned}}} In most applications of derivatives, especially in physics and engineering, you will at most differentiate twice, or perhaps three times. See this article for a full treatment on the product rule. In general, the derivative of a product does not equal the product of the derivatives. Rather, each function "gets its turn" to differentiate. d d x ( f g ) = d f d x g + f d g d x {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}(fg)={\frac {\mathrm {d} f}{\mathrm {d} x}}g+f{\frac {\mathrm {d} g}{\mathrm {d} x}}} Use the quotient rule to take derivatives of rational functions. As with products in general, the derivative of a quotient does not equal the quotient of the derivatives. d d x ( f g ) = g d f d x − f d g d x g 2 {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}\left({\frac {f}{g}}\right)={\frac {g{\frac {\mathrm {d} f}{\mathrm {d} x}}-f{\frac {\mathrm {d} g}{\mathrm {d} x}}}{g^{2}}}} A useful mnemonic for the numerator of the derivative is "Down-dee-up, up-dee-down," since the minus sign means the order matters. For example, consider the function f ( x ) = x 2 + 2 x − 21 x − 3. {\displaystyle f(x)={\frac {x^{2}+2x-21}{x-3}}.} Let g ( x ) = x 2 + 2 x − 21 {\displaystyle g(x)=x^{2}+2x-21} and h ( x ) = x − 3. {\displaystyle h(x)=x-3.} Then use the quotient rule. d d x ( g h ) = ( x − 3 ) ( 2 x + 2 ) − ( x 2 + 2 x − 21 ) ( 1 ) ( x − 3 ) 2 = x 2 − 6 x + 15 ( x − 3 ) 2 {\displaystyle {\begin{aligned}{\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}\left({\frac {g}{h}}\right)&={\frac {(x-3)(2x+2)-(x^{2}+2x-21)(1)}{(x-3)^{2}}}\\&={\frac {x^{2}-6x+15}{(x-3)^{2}}}\end{aligned}}} Make sure your algebra is up to par. Derivatives involving quotients like these can quickly become cumbersome in terms of the algebra involved. This means you should be comfortable with factoring out constants and keeping track of negative signs. Use the chain rule[5] X Research source for nested functions. For example, consider the scenario where z ( y ) {\displaystyle z(y)} is a differentiable function of y {\displaystyle y} and y ( x ) {\displaystyle y(x)} is a differentiable function of x. {\displaystyle x.} Then there is a composite function z ( y ( x ) ) , {\displaystyle z(y(x)),} or z {\displaystyle z} as a function of x , {\displaystyle x,} that we can take the derivative of. d d x z ( y ( x ) ) = d z d y d y d x {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}z(y(x))={\frac {\mathrm {d} z}{\mathrm {d} y}}{\frac {\mathrm {d} y}{\mathrm {d} x}}} As with the product rule, this works with any number of functions; hence the "chain" rule. Here, an easy way to see how this works is if one imagines a d y d y {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} y}{\mathrm {d} y}}} inserted between d z d x. {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} z}{\mathrm {d} x}}.} Consider the function f(x)=(2x4−x)3{\displaystyle f(x)=(2x^{4}-x)^{3}}. Notice that this function can be decomposed into two elementary functions, g ( x ) = 2 x 4 − x {\displaystyle g(x)=2x^{4}-x} and h ( g ) = g 3. {\displaystyle h(g)=g^{3}.} Then, we want to find the derivative of the composition f ( x ) = h ( g ( x ) ). {\displaystyle f(x)=h(g(x)).} Use the chain rule d d x h ( g ( x ) ) = d h d g d g d x. {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}h(g(x))={\frac {\mathrm {d} h}{\mathrm {d} g}}{\frac {\mathrm {d} g}{\mathrm {d} x}}.} We have now written the derivative in terms of derivatives that are easier to take. Then, d d x h ( g ( x ) ) = 3 ( 2 x 4 − x ) 2 ( 8 x 3 − 1 ). {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}h(g(x))=3(2x^{4}-x)^{2}(8x^{3}-1).} With practice, you will see that applying the chain rule is easiest if you "peel away the onion." The first layer is everything inside the parentheses, cubed. The second layer is the function inside the parentheses. When dealing with more complex functions, this way of thinking helps to keep yourself on track and not get lost in what functions are taken with respect to what variables, etc. See this article for a full treatment on implicit differentiation. Understanding the chain rule is a must in order to implicitly differentiate. See this article for a full treatment on differentiating exponential functions. d d x e x = e x {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}e^{x}=e^{x}} d d x a x = a x ln ⁡ a {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}a^{x}=a^{x}\ln a} d d x ln ⁡ x = 1 x {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}\ln x={\frac {1}{x}}} d d x log a ⁡ x = 1 x ln ⁡ a {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}\log _{a}x={\frac {1}{x\ln a}}} Memorize basic trigonometric derivatives and how to derive them. d d x sin ⁡ x = cos ⁡ x {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}\sin x=\cos x} d d x cos ⁡ x = − sin ⁡ x {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}\cos x=-\sin x} d d x tan ⁡ x = sec 2 ⁡ x {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}\tan x=\sec ^{2}x} d d x cot ⁡ x = − csc 2 ⁡ x {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}\cot x=-\csc ^{2}x} d d x sec ⁡ x = sec ⁡ x tan ⁡ x {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}\sec x=\sec x\tan x} d d x csc ⁡ x = − csc ⁡ x cot ⁡ x {\displaystyle {\frac {\mathrm {d} }{\mathrm {d} x}}\csc x=-\csc x\cot x}	Understand the definition of the derivative. Understand the derivative notation. Substitute (x+Δx){\displaystyle (x+\Delta x)} into the function. Substitute the function into the limit. Use the power rule[3] X Research source when f(x){\displaystyle f(x)} is a polynomial function of degree n. Use the previous example. Differentiate again. Take the third derivative of the previous example f(x)=2x2+6x{\displaystyle f(x)=2x^{2}+6x}. See this article for a full treatment on the product rule. Use the quotient rule to take derivatives of rational functions. Use the chain rule[5] X Research source for nested functions. Consider the function f(x)=(2x4−x)3{\displaystyle f(x)=(2x^{4}-x)^{3}}. See this article for a full treatment on implicit differentiation. See this article for a full treatment on differentiating exponential functions. Memorize basic trigonometric derivatives and how to derive them.
https://www.wikihow.com/Pack-for-a-Plane-Ride-As-a-Teen-Girl	How to Pack for a Plane Ride As a Teen Girl	To pack for a plane trip, start by laying out your clothes on your bed rather than packing straight from your closet. Then, to avoid over-packing, check the weather forecast so you can be prepared without packing unnecessary clothes. Also, choose clothing items that are easy to mix and match for as many outfits as possible. To save space, roll your clothes and fill any nooks and crannies, including the insides of shoes, with smaller items. If you have any jewelry, pack them in separate baggies or empty pill boxes to keep them from getting tangled or lost.	Know if you are going to use a carry on or a checked bag for a suitcase. This will determine the amount and type of things you can bring. Know that you will also have your purse as a second bag to fit some of the smaller essentials. If you are planning on bringing full size liquids or aerosols, a carry-on is out of the question. You will need to check your bag if your containers are more than 100ml (3.3814 fl oz). Things such as perfume, shampoo, body lotion, and sunblock must be under the size limit. Pick the right size. Whether you decide on a carry-on or a checked suit case, think about what size you will need. If you chose to bring a carry-on, it must fit within the dimensions outlined by the airline you're using. Most bags will need to be under 22”x14”x9” for domestic flights. However, check with your airline before packing to be sure your bag is the right size because the allowed size differs from airline to airline. Most of the time, you can check the allowed size on the airline's website. Think about the amount of clothes you will need to fit in the bag. Clothes will take up the majority of the space in your bag. Think about how many days you'll be gone for, and therefore how many outfits you'll need. Depending on the time of the year and where you're travelling to, you may need a different sized bag. Winter clothes take up more space than summer clothes. Keep in mind what you can carry. If you pack too heavily, you may have difficulty picking up your bag. Shoes add weight quickly to luggage. Be smart about how many pairs, and what kind, of shoes you'll need for you trip. The luggage itself weighs a certain amount. If it has wheels, you will be able to carry more items than if you have to carry the bag on your shoulder. Along with dimension limitations, most airlines have weight limitations for carry-on and checked bags. Check with your airline for these limits. Try not to over-pack. It costs quite a bit to pay for another bag. Using compression bags to shrink clothes and other essentials you have is a good idea, although then you need to worry about the weight of your bags. Figure out the weather for your trip. Check the 10-day weather forecast. If your trip is longer than the time available, you can check for the weather, bring a few of your favorite fashion items for the weather you are planning to encounter, and otherwise bring blacks and neutrals. This makes it simpler to mix and match with clothing and make lots of different outfits. Even if the weather should be according to the weather forecast nice and sunny, pack long trousers or leggings and a cardigan or a jacket in case the weather changes. Think about who you’re visiting. It matters when choosing clothes. If you're visiting someone you are close to, you may be able to use their clothes. If you are the same size as the person you are visiting, you can borrow their clothes. This works more easily for heavy things like jackets and sweatshirts. Ask them before you travel if you can borrow their clothes. Are you going to buy clothes while you're there? If so, you'll need to leave some room in your suitcase for the return flight. Lay out your clothes. Don't pack directly out of your closet. Lay your clothes out in outfits on your bed to see everything you're bringing. Pants are re-wearable. It is easy to get a couple wears out of jeans before they are considered dirty or stretched out. Keep this in mind when you're choosing your outfits. Know what kind of things you'll be doing. If you need a fancy dress, some hiking clothes, or anything in between, it's important that you pack the right clothes. Bring one extra outfit in case of emergency. Roll clothes instead of folding them. Once you've picked out your outfits, roll the softer, wrinkle-resistant garments like T-shirts, cotton pants, and jeans. Rolling clothes will save space. Keep in mind that it may wrinkle your clothes, so fold clothes that you can't have be wrinkled, like cotton dresses. You can put rolled clothes inside your shoes as another space saver. Bag your jewelry. Jewelry should be wrapped separately. Using separate baggies for each piece of jewelry will keep it from tangling while you travel. You can spread these separate baggies out among your suitcase. Keep pairs of earrings together just in case a baggie gets lost. An empty plastic-pill box is a great way to store earrings for travel. Think about what hair supplies you really need. Hair supplies take up a lot of room. If the person you're visiting has them, don't bring double. Hair straighteners, curling irons, and hair dryers are basic appliances that most girls have at home. Specific sized wands, hairbrushes, or hair ties are more likely to have to travel with you. Remember, you can buy some things there. Toiletries add weight quickly to your bag. Go through the list and think about what you need to bring versus what you can buy there. Toothpaste and toothbrush Face wash Deodorant Body wash Shampoo/Conditioner Shaving cream and razor Hand sanitizer Body spray Body lotion Make-up Sunblock. Pack the large items first. You'll be able to tell early in your packing if you need a different sized bag, or if you need to remove some clothes from what you planned on bringing. Rolled clothes and shoes should go on the bottom. Place the folded items on top of the rolled items. Alternate hem-lines to avoid uneven packing. Fill the nooks and crannies with smaller items. Socks, jewelry, and accessories are perfect items to fill spots between clothes. Stuff the cups of your bra with rolled up socks to help them keep shape. Belts can easily line the perimeter of your bag. Stuff your shoes with small items to save space. Stick your underwear and socks in the sneakers, then put the shoes in a plastic bag, so that the rest of the luggage doesn't get dirty. Stick your pillow in a compression bag. Squeeze the air out of the compression bag, then pack that between the two ridges in the middle. Pack your solid toiletries in the front pouch, then stuff your quart-size bag of liquids into the little remaining space in your bag. It is good if you have a little extra space, it is good for souvenirs, and if you are bringing a pet, you can put their food in. Have the important things on you. Just in case anything happens to your suitcase, keep all your expensive and important things in your purse. Bring your purse. Your purse is usually your personal bag. All airlines will allow you to have a personal bag along with your carry-on suitcase. Make sure to keep all of your important, personal items in this bag because it will stay with you at all times. (If a plane's overhead storage gets too full, the airlines will ask you to check your suitcase.) Laptop Passport/picture ID Travelers checks Wallet Expensive jewelry Phone Chargers Emergency snacks (peanuts, pretzels, trail mix, etc.) Bring things for entertainment. Along with your important items, you should pack some things to keep you entertained during the flight. If you're on a long flight, they might offer you a choice of movies. More often, you'll be on your own for entertainment. Headphones Puzzle book Cards IPod Books Magazines Remember airplane mode. Just because you have your phone, laptop and/or tablet, doesn't mean you'll be able to use them. Some of your games and music sources won't be available to you while you're in the air. Having other sources of entertainment will come in handy. More and more airlines are beginning to equip their planes with Wi-Fi for you while you're in flight. This is only available through purchase on a credit card and ranges from $5-$28 per flight.	Know if you are going to use a carry on or a checked bag for a suitcase. Pick the right size. Keep in mind what you can carry. Try not to over-pack. Figure out the weather for your trip. Think about who you’re visiting. Lay out your clothes. Roll clothes instead of folding them. Bag your jewelry. Think about what hair supplies you really need. Remember, you can buy some things there. Pack the large items first. Fill the nooks and crannies with smaller items. Have the important things on you. Bring your purse. Bring things for entertainment. Remember airplane mode.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Stamp	How to Make a Stamp	To make a rubber eraser stamp, start by using a pencil, pen, or marker to outline your stamp design onto the surface of the eraser. Next, cut away the eraser around the design with an X-Acto knife to create a raised stamp. If you want a little more support for your stamp, you can glue the eraser to a piece of wood. Then, dab the stamp on an ink pad or brush a thin coat of paint over the stamp and press it onto a flat surface using firm pressure to see how it looks.	Choose a stamp design based on your skill level. If you're a beginner, stick with simple shapes and designs that won't involve tiny, detailed cuts. The more advanced you are, the more complex your design can be. For example, beginners could do triangles, block letters, or stars. Curved shapes or designs are harder to cut than straight lines. You can practice drawing your design on a piece of scrap paper first. Keep in mind that if you have trouble drawing it, you'll have even more trouble cutting it. Draw the mirror image of your stamp design onto the eraser. Since you flip the stamp over to paint with it, the final result will be a reflected image of what's on the stamp itself. Use a pencil, pen, or marker to outline the design backwards on the eraser. If you're having trouble, an easier trick is to draw the image normally on a piece of clear paper. Then flip the paper over to trace the mirror image onto your eraser. You can use any color or size of eraser. A thicker eraser will be easier to cut since there's more to work with, and will hold up better over time. Mirroring is especially important if you're using numbers or letters. Cut away the eraser around the design so that the stamp is raised. Use an X-Acto knife or V-tool to carefully remove the eraser from any spots that you don't want to be painted. Any area of the eraser that's standing up above the rest will become part of the stamp. Shave off any excess bits. Cut as close to the line of the design for a more accurate stamp. Glue the eraser to a piece of wood if you want a little more support. Apply ink or paint onto the stamp, then press it onto a flat surface. To ensure you cut out the stamp's design properly, try it out. Dab the stamp on an ink pad or brush a thin coat of paint over the stamp. Flip it over, line it up on your paper or craft, and apply firm pressure. You can use whatever color ink or paint you would like. Look for spots where the color has smudged or showed up somewhere you didn't want it. If the stamp isn't producing the image you'd like, clean it off, re-cut it, and then try again. Clean the stamp in between each use with baby wipes. This will remove the previous color so it doesn't transfer to your next project. Baby wipes also have lanolin in them, which moisturizes the rubber in your stamp, making it last longer. Wipe down any part of the stamp with color on it. You can also use stamp cleaner or soap and water. If you have dried-on color, scrub the stamp with a toothbrush and cleaner to remove it. Avoid using anything with alcohol in it. That will dry out the stamp. Cut a sponge into the shape of your choice using scissors. Sponges aren't ideal for intricate designs. Stick with simple shapes like circles, hearts, or stars that have just a few cuts and nothing too detailed. If you don't want to freehand your stamp, draw the shape on the sponge with permanent marker before cutting it. You can buy cheap kitchen sponges at a dollar store, grocery store, or online retailer. Add a toilet paper roll handle if you want to grip the stamp better. Cut an empty toilet paper roll into pieces big enough to hold comfortably in your hand. Attach 1 roll section to the back of the stamp with hot glue so you can stamp without getting paint on your fingers. If there are kids helping with this project, have them decorate the sponge handles with paints, glitter, or sequins. Be careful using a hot glue gun. If you get burned, rinse it under cool water immediately. Call the doctor or urgent care if the burn is larger than 3 inches (7.6 cm) or if you notice any white, brown, or black areas. Dab the sponge in paint to fully saturate the front of the stamp. You don't need the paint to soak through the entire sponge. Dip the front of the stamp into paint, then tap it lightly on a scrap piece of paper to remove any excess. If you don't dab the sponge on a piece of paper a couple of times before putting it on your final surface, you'll likely end up using too much paint and it will smear or blur together. Choose your paint type based on your surface. For example, if you're stamping a T-shirt, use fabric paint. If you're decorating a wall, opt for interior wall paint instead. Pour the paint into a tray or shallow dish to make it easier to coat the stamp. Push the stamp onto your surface, applying pressure evenly on all areas. If you're only pushing down in the center, the paint will pool there, distorting your design. Press each edge and section of the stamp firmly onto the surface to ensure that the entire stamp has transferred properly. You should only hold your stamp on the surface for about 3 to 5 seconds. Otherwise, you risk over-saturating the print. When you go to remove the stamp from the surface, lift straight up, trying not to drag or smear the stamp. Wash your stamp off with water before the paint dries. Whenever you're finished with your stamp, immediately run it under water in the sink to remove the paint. Wash it until the water is clear and there are no traces of color on the sponge. If the paint dries and hardens on your sponge, the stamp will be ruined and you'll have to create a new one. You can use either warm or cold water. Cut a potato in half horizontally. Use a sharp knife to slice through the potato width-wise, making sure the surface of the cut is completely smooth and flat. Otherwise, the stamp won't be able to press down evenly. To choose the size of your potato, look for one that can fit the cookie cutter you're using at its widest portion. You can also use sweet potatoes to make your stamps. A serrated knife is the best for making a clean cut in the potato. If you want to be able to grip your potato better, sculpt a small handle at the top of the potato by cutting 2 grooves on either side, leaving a piece to hold onto. Press a cookie cutter into the cut side of the potato. Set the cookie cutter down on a flat surface, then push the potato firmly onto it. It doesn't need to go all the way into the potato. Insert the cookie cutter just enough that it creates a significant indication in the potato. Metal cookie cutters are sturdier and easier to push into the potato. The sharper side of the cookie cutter, also known as the imprinting edge, is the side that should go into the potato. If your design is asymmetrical, like a word, be sure to flip the cookie cutter so you push the mirror image into the potato. That way, when you stamp the picture, it reflects back to the proper picture. Use the knife to cut a thick slice around the cookie cutter. This will create the stamp. Leave the cookie cutter in place and run the knife around the potato. Remove a slice big enough to leave the design raised off the rest of the potato. Cut through to the cookie cutter as you drag the knife around the potato so the slice is easier to remove. The slice needs to be thick enough that you can paint the top of the stencil design without getting smudges from the areas of the potato that aren't supposed to have paint. Pull the cookie cutter out of the potato. Grip the potato in one hand and carefully extract the stencil from the other side. Try to pull it straight out and avoid wiggling it so you don't ruin the edges of the stamp. If necessary, use an X-Acto knife to touch up any shaping around the outline of the stamp or remove any additional pieces of potato that you want to. Coat the design on the cut side of the potato with a thin layer of paint. Don't put on too much paint or it will clump up and make the stamped image smeared and unreadable. Use a paintbrush to apply enough paint to just cover the stamp. If you're stamping on paper, use watercolor or acrylic paint. If you're doing it on a wall, go with interior wall paint, and if you're designing on textiles, try fabric paint. You can also pour some paint into a tray. Dip the cut side of potato into the paint, then dab off some of the extra before stamping the design. Make sure every nook and cranny is painted properly. Flip the potato over and press the painted side firmly onto your surface. Avoid placing the stamp down at an angle. Push it firmly onto your paper, wall, or fabric, applying pressure across the entire stamp so it creates an even design. Lift the stamp straight up when you're finished. If you move the stamp while you're pushing down or if you press down too harshly, you'll smudge the final print.	Choose a stamp design based on your skill level. Draw the mirror image of your stamp design onto the eraser. Cut away the eraser around the design so that the stamp is raised. Apply ink or paint onto the stamp, then press it onto a flat surface. Clean the stamp in between each use with baby wipes. Cut a sponge into the shape of your choice using scissors. Add a toilet paper roll handle if you want to grip the stamp better. Dab the sponge in paint to fully saturate the front of the stamp. Push the stamp onto your surface, applying pressure evenly on all areas. Wash your stamp off with water before the paint dries. Cut a potato in half horizontally. Press a cookie cutter into the cut side of the potato. Use the knife to cut a thick slice around the cookie cutter. Pull the cookie cutter out of the potato. Coat the design on the cut side of the potato with a thin layer of paint. Flip the potato over and press the painted side firmly onto your surface.
https://www.wikihow.com/Calculate-Interest-Expense	How to Calculate Interest Expense	To calculate interest expense, locate the balance of your loan and the interest rate specified on your loan agreement, which will be a percentage. Next, convert the percentage to decimal format by putting a decimal after the number and moving the decimal 2 places to the left. Then, multiply the loan amount by the decimal to get the total interest. Finally, divide your answer by 12 to calculate monthly interest.	Understand the interest expense formula. The formula to calculate interest is Interest = Prt where "P" equals Principal, or the amount of the loan outstanding, "r" equals the rate of interest charged, and "t" equals the amount of time that the loan will be outstanding. Your principal is the loan balance that is still owed to the lender. Your rate of interest will be stated in the loan agreement. Gather your loan information. Assume that the remaining balance on your loan is $10,000. The interest rate stated on your loan agreement is 12% annually. Your interest expense for a 12 month or 1 year period would be $10,000 multiplied by 12%, or $1,200. Adjust the period of time in your calculation. You may need to calculate interest expense for a fraction of a year. Use the same interest rate formula and adjust the time period. Determine the period of time to properly recognize interest expense. If you need to calculate three months of interest expense, divide the 12 months by the number of months in the desired period. For example, t = 3/12 or 0.25. If the principal is $10,000 and the interest rate is 12 percent (0.12), the calculation would be Interest = $10,000 x 0.12 x 0.25 or $300. Use a spreadsheet to calculate interest. You can speed up this process by using a spreadsheet application. label columns A,B.C and D "Principal", "Rate", "Time", and "Interest". In cell A2, insert the Principal amount or $10,000. In cell B2, insert the rate of interest or.12. In cell C2, insert the time where a year or 12 months equals 1. Use multiples and fractions where the period is less or greater than one year. In cell D2, enter the formula (A2B2C2). Understand compound interest. Compound interest is the combination of interest earned on the principal during the current period and all previous interest earned but not paid for previous periods. In other words, you earn "interest on interest". With simple interest, the lender only earns interest on the principal amount per annum. For periods of less than year, the lender will receive a pro rata share of the annual interest. For compound interest, all prior interest is added to the principal amount, effectively increases the annual rate earned by the lender. The use of compound interest and the compounding frequency are established in the loan documents. Learn the compound interest formula. The formula to calculate compound interest in a year is: c o m p o u n d i n t e r e s t = ( P ( 1 + i ) n − P ) {\displaystyle compoundinterest=(P(1+i)^{n}-P)}. In the formula, the variables stand for the following: P: Principal, the initial amount borrowed or deposited. i: Interest rate in percentage. The interest rate must be adjusted for the number of compounding periods in a year by dividing the interest rate by the number of periods. For example, a 12 percent interest rate compounded monthly would be adjusted to 1 percent (12/12). n: Number of Compounding periods in a year multiplied by the loan period in years. Semi-annual compounding is 2, quarterly is 4, monthly is 12, and daily is 360 or 365 depending upon the financial institution. Find the interest rate. Solve for i in the equation. This is the interest rate adjusted for the compounding periods per year. For example, a 10 percent loan compounded monthly would have an interest rate of 10/12 or 0.00833. (1 + i) in the formula above would be (1 +.00833), or 1.00833. Solve for the number of compound periods over the term of the loan. Multiply the number of periods per year by the duration of the loan. For example, a 10 year year loan would have 120 periods (10*12). Solve for the future value of the loan. This is represented by the figure P ( 1 + i ) n {\displaystyle P(1+i)^{n}} in the formula. Raise the figure is parentheses to the power of n (the number of periods), then multiply by the principal. This will give you the future value of the account. For example, the future value of a $10,000 loan compounded monthly at 10% interest would be $27,059. Subtract the principal to get interest expense. Subtract the present value of the loan (the principal) from the future value to arrive at the interest paid over the full ten year period: $27,059 - $10,000 = $17,059.Note that the actual amount may vary depending upon the number of decimal places in the interest rate. Calculating the compound interest rate for a single year uses the same formula adjusting for the principal amount each year. For example, the first year's interest on a $10,000 loan compounded monthly at 10% would be $1,047. To calculate the second year's interest, add the previous year's interest ($1,047) to the principal amount ($10,000) and recalculate. Interest for the second year would be $1,156. There are a number of free compound interest calculators on the Internet. Determine if your interest expense is business related. If you borrowed money to operate a business, interest expense should be posted to your accounting records. This applies to both simple interest and compound interest calculations. Use the accrual method of accounting. The accrual method recognizes revenue when it is earned and expenses when they are incurred. This accounting method matches revenue with expenses. It is a better indicator of company profit than the cash method of accounting. The cash method recognizes revenue when cash is received. Expenses are posted when cash is paid. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) requires most businesses to use the accrual method of accounting. Companies of all sizes can benefit from conforming with GAAP. Posting interest expense entries. Assume, for example, that you need to post $100 of interest for the month of December. Also assume that you will pay the December interest on January 15th of the following year. On the last day of the month (December 31st), you would post one month of interest as interest expense. Your accounting entry on 12/31 is to debit (increase) interest expense $100 and to credit (increase) interest payable $100. On January 15th, when interest is paid, you would debit (reduce) interest payable $100 and credit (reduce) cash $100. The cash method would require you to post the interest expense when cash is paid (January 15th). The $100 of interest expense should be posted in December, since that is the time period when the interest was incurred. Interest expense is posted to the income statement with other expenses. The income statement formula is (revenue less expenses equals net income).	Understand the interest expense formula. Gather your loan information. Adjust the period of time in your calculation. Use a spreadsheet to calculate interest. Understand compound interest. Learn the compound interest formula. Find the interest rate. Solve for the number of compound periods over the term of the loan. Solve for the future value of the loan. Subtract the principal to get interest expense. Determine if your interest expense is business related. Use the accrual method of accounting. Posting interest expense entries.
https://www.wikihow.com/Prevent-Foot-Odor	How to Prevent Foot Odor	The best way to prevent foot odor is to wear shoes made of leather, canvas, mesh and other breathable materials that allow your feet to air out, instead of plastic or nylon shoes. To remove odor from your shoes, leave them to dry in the sun to reduce odor-causing bacteria or stuff them with old newspaper which will absorb moisture and speed up the drying process. You should also avoid wearing the same shoes two days in a row, and change your socks every day to keep moisture, bacteria, and odor at bay. Go for cotton or wool socks rather than socks made from synthetic fibers because they will wick moisture away more efficiently.	Wear shoes made of materials that will deter foot odor. Plastic and nylon shoes make it hard for your feet to ventilate, and can worsen odor. Choosing footwear made of leather, canvas, mesh and other breathable materials will help prevent odor. Wearing open-toed shoes in the summer (when it can be especially hot and/or humid) and going barefoot when at home will also help prevent foot odor. Try not to wear the same pair of shoes two days in a row. This will allow your shoes more time to dry out before wearing them again. You can also remove the insoles from your shoes (if applicable) to speed the drying process. You can also try drying your shoes in the sun. Keeping your shoes dry helps to reduce odor-causing bacteria. Time spent in the sunshine and fresh air can speed the drying process and may deodorize your shoes. You can speed up drying time for the shoes by stuffing them with old newspaper which will absorb the moisture quicker than letting shoes to simply air dry. If you cannot rid your shoes of odor, discard them and replace them with fresh ones. Put on clean socks. Wearing a fresh pair of clean socks every day will keep moisture, bacteria, and odor at bay. If you sweat excessively, changing your socks even more frequently will help reduce odor. Wearing padded socks will provide additional material to wick moisture away from your foot, and thus control odor. Cotton or wool socks are best, rather than nylon or other synthetic fibers. Wear socks with close-toed shoes. This will help to wick moisture away from your feet, but keep most of it from being absorbed by your shoes and eventually causing odor. Try medicated insoles. These are made of various materials that have a deodorizing effect and which wick moisture away from the feet. Since the insoles of shoes normally absorb a lot of odor-causing sweat, these products are a great choice to control odor. Medicated insoles can be purchased over the counter at pharmacies and department stores. Simply remove the standard insoles of your shoes and replace them with the medicated insoles. Wash your feet frequently. Bathing your feet every day in warm water will help reduce foot odor. Use a mild antibacterial soap. Dry your feet thoroughly after washing. Don't forget to dry between your toes. Soak your feet. A variety of foot soaks can help reduce or prevent foot odors: Make a mixture of one part vinegar to two parts water. Soak your feet in this for thirty minutes at a time as needed. Soak your feet in strong black tea for thirty minutes a day. Use two regular sized tea bags for each pint of water. Boil for fifteen minutes, and then add two quarts of water to make the tea cool enough to soak your feet in. Soak them for thirty minutes a day for a week. Because it is acidic, the tea will have an antibacterial effect that can reduce foot odor. Dissolve a handful of kosher salt in warm water and soak your feet in the solution for thirty minutes as needed. No scientific studies conclusively show that salt prevents foot odor. However, it can dry your skin, potentially reducing moisture and thereby odor. Squeeze the juice of one lemon into a tub of water large enough to place your feet in and soak your feet in the solution. Lemon juice has antibacterial properties, and can help remove dead skin cells. This may help reduce foot odor. You can also add a few drops of tea tree oil, which has a pleasant scent and antibacterial properties. Use foot powders. A variety of medicated foot powders and simple home ingredients can help reduce or prevent foot odors. Take a small amount of your chosen powder and rub it all over your feet. Use a soft cloth to lightly dust off any that cakes up. Common powders used to control foot odor include: Corn starch. Baking soda. Baby powder. Use a deodorant or antiperspirant. Spraying your feet with antiperspirant or deodorant will help prevent foot odor. There are specialized foot sprays, but regular underarm deodorant or antiperspirant sprays work just as well. Over-the-counter or prescription roll-on deodorants and antiperspirants may also be effective. There are also special foot deodorants, such as Elite Foot deodorant spray. Change your diet. The foods and drinks you consume can contribute to body odor. If you have a problem with foot odor, it is possible that eliminating certain foods and drinks from your diet can reduce the problem. Common foods, drinks, and spices thought to contribute to body odor include: Caffeinated beverages. Foods containing sulphur compounds, including onions, garlic, and cauliflower. Red meat. Alcohol. Strong-smelling spices, such as cumin or fenugreek.	Wear shoes made of materials that will deter foot odor. Try not to wear the same pair of shoes two days in a row. Put on clean socks. Wear socks with close-toed shoes. Try medicated insoles. Wash your feet frequently. Soak your feet. Use foot powders. Use a deodorant or antiperspirant. Change your diet.
https://www.wikihow.com/Enjoy-Solitude	How to Enjoy Solitude	To enjoy solitude, find some fun activities that you can do alone, like writing, painting, or playing an instrument. You can also use this time to practice some self-care, like relaxing in a hot bath or meditating before the start of a busy day. Additionally, spend your alone time catching up on errands or exercising to keep yourself busy and productive. If spending time alone is uncomfortable for you, gradually build more solitude into your life by scheduling 30 minutes of alone time each day.	See the benefit of solitude. Many people equate solitude with loneliness. They are not the same. Loneliness is subjected to you by other people. It can make you feel sad or miserable. Solitude, on the other hand, can be a time of rejuvenation and exploring the self. Here are just a few benefits of spending time alone: Your brain has a break to rest and reboot. You are more capable of being productive. You learn more about yourself during moments of solitude. You have a better opportunity to problem-solve and weigh your options. You have an improved perception of yourself and therefore choose more healthy relationships. Increase the amount of time you spend alone gradually. Take baby steps. If you are a person who tends to think solitude is boring or uncomfortable, it may not do well to force yourself into long bouts of solitude. In this case, it's better to slowly increase the amount of time you spend alone. If you are always surrounded by others, simply schedule in about 30 minutes of solitude each day for a week. You might choose to drive or walk to work on your own instead of joining someone else. You might go for a hike alone or visit the beach on your own. Just commit to doing a short, 30-minute activity without anyone else present or demanding your attention. Take notes on the experience. Was it better than you anticipated? Were you bored? Why? Write down as many details as possible to better understand your aversion to being alone. Prepare wisely for moments of solitude. Just because you find solitude boring doesn't mean it has to be. If you have periods of alone time approaching, make plans so that your solitude is filled with interesting and fulfilling activities. For example, if you have to stay home on your own for a weekend, you could rent some cool movies, plan to do a creative project, or complete schoolwork during your alone time. To keep your energy revved, gather fun music, books, and other tools to make the time less boring. Preparing for moments of solitude can make the difference between the time dragging by and going by more quickly. Simply fill the hours with things you already love to do. Develop a passion for art. Because creativity flourishes during moments of solitude, you may benefit from selectively choosing periods to boost this aspect of yourself. When you are not distracted by the demands of others on your time, your mind opens up to greater possibilities. Being alone is a great time to brainstorm a new business idea, write a novel, develop a new song, make pottery, improve your photography skills, and so on. Even if you do not work in an obvious creative field, you can still benefit from this creativity boost. Engage in a hobby. Although you can pursue passions and interests with others, you can also have fun pursuing them alone. Whatever it is that makes you feel relaxed and happy, do it by yourself. This brings with it the added value of allowing you to relax and de-stress on your own. You can also do things that maybe your friends or partner are not interested in or do not have time to join in on. Solo activities cover the full spectrum of hobbies. You can go for a hike, read a book, visit a museum, or shop at a flea market. Play with a furry friend. Just because you're not spending time with any humans doesn't mean you can't enjoy time with an animal companion. Caring for pets can help you overcome a multitude of ills, such as loneliness, depression or anxiety. Pets influence us to go outdoors, they provide companionship without requiring conversation, and they help us make healthier decisions. Perform self-care activities. Alone time is a perfect opportunity to do activities that are nurturing and soothing to your mind, body, and soul. Many people neglect self-care because they are so busy with other obligations. However, tending to your mental and emotional well-being can allow you to perform better, concentrate better, and even fight stress in your daily life--no matter what your career involves. Self-care activities can be anything you enjoy doing that restores you. It could be meditating in the mornings before starting your daily routine. It could be relaxing in a hot bath after a long day of work. Choose a few activities that you find soothing and do them during your alone time each week. You might find, after doing this for a few days/weeks, that you have actually come to like solitude! Be grateful for the life you have. A great way to use your solitude constructively is to start a gratitude journal. Being grateful allows you to appreciate what you already have instead of fretting over what you don't. Gratitude promotes positive thinking and can even lift your mood. Spend a few minutes of your solitude jotting down a couple of things/people/opportunities you have to be thankful for. They can be a simple as having a bed to sleep in or a moment to yourself. Set realistic goals and develop a plan to accomplish them. Your alone time can be a perfect opportunity to reflect on your personal development. Use this time to consider your personal or career goals and how far along you are in reaching them. If you don't have any concrete goals, now's the time to spell them out and create an action plan. Since solitude boosts concentration and productivity, this a wonderful time to plan out your goals and figure out a method for reaching them. Just be sure to develop SMART goals. These are goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-dependent. Get a notebook and jot down some major goals and add in actions you can take to accomplish them. If you have really large goals, you may need to create smaller goals to move towards before reaching the primary one. For example, if you would like to move to Spain, you might have smaller goals like saving money, finding a job, and learning Spanish. Journal about your thoughts and behaviors. Journaling is a great tool for self-reflection. Taking some of your alone time to write down how your day went can help you unload stress, spot patterns in your thoughts and behaviors, and come up with solutions to problems. As a result, you will have enhanced your mental health and well-being and feel more confident about going through hardships. Carry out spiritual practices. Solitude can also help you develop your own sense of spirituality. Whether that translates to following religious principles or discovering your true purpose in life, you will have the ability to think more clearly and deeply when alone. Spirituality will mean different things to different people, but it tends to refer to a connectedness with one's inner self—a process that can only be achieved when alone. Use this time to meditate, practice yoga, pray, or reflect in nature for great spiritual understanding. Exercise in your free time. Regular physical activity is important for good health and longevity. Plus, engaging in exercise releases “feel-good” chemicals into the brain called endorphins, helping to lift your mood and clear your thinking. If you have a moment of alone time to spare, get your body moving. In addition to boosting your mood, exercise also enhances energy, fights disease, improves sleep quality, and helps you manage weight. Go for a walk/run with your dog. Hike through the local woods. Ride your bike to the farmer's market on weekends. Take a nap. Sometimes, you may be so over-engaged with those around you that you do not allow yourself time to properly rest. Napping too late in the day can interfere with your nighttime rest, but as long as you time it right, your nap can provide much needed energy and restoration. Just keep your naps to a short period of time (say, 20-30 minutes) and several hours before you were planning to go to bed at night. Complete chores and errands. When you're not surrounded by family or friends, you may get a special opportunity to catch up on chores that need completing. If you are faced with long bouts of solitude, make a list of projects you have wanted to get done, and start moving through the list. This will make your periods of solitude productive and also help the time go by faster. Do nothing. Truth is, some people schedule activities and events for nearly every second of every day. This pursuit of “busyness” can make it seem as if you are being productive when, in reality, you are not. Some people believe downtime is a sign of weakness or not trying hard enough, so they aim to stay busy. Be mindful that downtime can be incredibly positive when it is used for self-soothing and restoring activities. However, if you are using your downtime for mindless activities or distractions, you could be adding to your stress rather than relieving it. Assess the things you do during alone time and see if they have a positive benefit or are simply distractions until you are around others again.	See the benefit of solitude. Increase the amount of time you spend alone gradually. Prepare wisely for moments of solitude. Develop a passion for art. Engage in a hobby. Play with a furry friend. Perform self-care activities. Be grateful for the life you have. Set realistic goals and develop a plan to accomplish them. Journal about your thoughts and behaviors. Carry out spiritual practices. Exercise in your free time. Take a nap. Complete chores and errands. Do nothing.
https://www.wikihow.life/Prevent-Bed-Bugs	How to Prevent Bed Bugs	To prevent bed bugs, use protective plastic covers on your mattress and box springs so bed bugs will not be able to infect your bed even if you accidentally bring them home. When you're staying in a hotel, check the sheets, mattress, and headboard for small brownish bugs, and contact management if you find any. Wash your travel clothes separately from your regular laundry and dry them on the highest possible heat setting.	Replace your mattress and box spring every 2-3 years. While this may seem like a very short time to have a mattress, it may be a smart action to take in order to eliminate the problem at its source. Once bed bugs have gotten into your bed, it's extremely difficult to tell how many are in there, figure out exactly where they are, and get them out. Additionally, bed bugs can linger in other areas around your home but they are most often going to be in your bed. Use protective covers on your mattresses and box springs. You can keep bed bugs from infecting your bed by encasing your mattress and box springs in a plastic protective cover. There are plastic covers especially designed for this purpose; these will be more effective than regular sheets or mattress covers. While you may already have a protective cover on your mattress, adding one to your box springs will eliminate hiding places. If you do bring home bed bugs, your protective cover will make it easier to see the bugs quickly. First wash all of the clothing and other fabric that you travelled with, and then check the cover so that you can immediately recognize and address the problem. If bed bugs have already gotten into the mattress and box spring, it's better to dispose of them immediately than try to remove the bed bugs. Vacuum carpets and rugs often. Vacuum at least weekly. If you suspect that you've come into contact with bed bugs, then vacuum daily until you're sure that your home is clear. Dispose of the vacuum contents carefully in a plastic bag that you can seal, then remove from your home immediately. If you do have bed bugs, failing to empty the vacuum cleaner can allow the bugs to spread. Use essential oils to repel bed bugs. There are several scent options for keeping away the bed bugs, so you just need to pick the one you like. Add 6-10 drops of pure essential oil to a small spray bottle filled with ¼ cup of water. Spray your scented water in your house and on items you take with you in public, such as your outerwear, handbags, totes, backpacks, and luggage. Essential oils that repel bed bugs include the following: cinnamon, lemongrass, clove, peppermint, lavender, thyme, tea tree, and eucalyptus. You can make a repellant for your body if you mix the oil in a carrier oil, such as jojoba or grapeseed oil. Clear out clutter. Clutter gives bed bugs a place to hide and makes it easier for the bugs to infest your home. It's much harder to monitor for the presence of bed bugs if you can't get to items or easily move them around. Minimizing the places where the bugs can hide is essential for keeping the bugs out. Install door sweeps or door jams. If you live near other homes, such as in an apartment building or townhouse row, seal off your apartment by blocking the gap below your door. You can either install a door sweep or purchase a door jam that completely covers the open space. This will make it more difficult for the bugs to come into your home. If your home has cracks or other damage to the walls or ceiling, get these repaired so that the bugs can't enter that way. Stay in top grade hotels. Most three, four, and five star hotels have fixed policies on how often they change out mattresses and pillows. Staying in a nicer, more expensive hotel won't ensure a bed bug-free environment, but it definitely increases your chances. Check the bed, nightstand, and upholstered furniture for signs of bed bugs. Move the sheets and look in the crevices of the mattress and box springs. Look for reddish-brown bugs, small red spots, yellow skins, and egg casings, which look like tiny translucent sacks. Check seams and crevices of all furniture. Don't neglect the headboard and other wooden furniture near the mattress. Bed bugs can hide in the cracks. If you find a bed bug, contact the front desk and leave immediately. You may not always be able to see the bed bugs. Just because you can't find them doesn't mean they are not there. If you wake up and have developed an itchy rash, then bed bugs may be in your bed. Keep your luggage away from the bed. Even if you don't find signs of bed bugs, it's best to avoid placing luggage on the bed, even for a moment while removing items from it. Your luggage is the item most likely to carry bugs back from your trip and it's the hardest to treat. Keeping it free of bugs will give you the best chance at preventing an infestation. While you initially inspect the room, place your bag in the bathtub where it's unlikely to pick up bugs. Use the luggage rack. After you check it for contamination, move the luggage rack away from the wall and put your luggage on top of it. If there's not a luggage rack, the bathroom and tub are the safest locations in the hotel room for you luggage. Unpack your suitcase outside. When you get home, avoid bringing in hitchhiking bugs by removing the contents of your suitcase outside. Place all clothes in plastic bags for immediate washing, and leave your suitcase outside until you've inspected it. Wash your travel clothes separate from other laundry immediately. Include all of the clothes that you brought on your trip in your washing, not just the clothes you wore. Wash and dry the clothes on the highest setting that the fabric can withstand or take items to the dry cleaners. Undress on a hard surface floor rather than on carpet if you suspect bed bugs are on your clothing. Wipe off the floor to capture any bed bugs that fall off the clothes. Run clothes and bags through the dryer on high heat. The heat from a dryer can kill bed bugs at any stage of their development. Washing alone won't kill the bugs. To get the best results, wash the items in hot water and then dry them for 30 minutes on high heat. Use cold to treat items that can’t be heated. If you can't dry an item, placing it in the freezer can also kill bed bugs. Place items that are better suited for cold in your freezer. Vacuum your luggage. Use an attachment on your vacuum cleaner or a handheld vacuum to clean your bag. Pay special attention to the crevices. You can also use a no-pest strip to treat your bag if you're worried you may have encountered bed bugs. Place the strip and your luggage in a large garbage bag. Seal it and let it sit for two weeks. Check secondhand furniture and clothes. Secondhand items are one of the biggest risks for bed bug infestation, so buying new items is always the safest bet. If you choose to buy secondhand furniture and clothing, make sure to carefully inspect the seams and crevices of all secondhand items for small reddish-brown bugs or red spots. Don't take pieces of furniture or mattresses from the dumpster or trash. Immediately wash and dry any washable items. Drying on high heat kills the bugs, so run items like pillows through the dryer. Minimize contact with surfaces at shared laundry facilities. Don't let your clothes sit in the washer or the dryer. As soon as your clothes finish drying, take them out and place them in your own container. Don't put them in the facility carts or on a folding table. Fold your clothes at home to avoid picking up any bugs that may have traveled with other patrons. Inspect clothes you’re going to purchase. New clothing can become infected from other shoppers or contact with bed bug-infested parcels during shipping. Pay special attention to the seams of the clothing. Don't just look for the bugs; remember to check for the tell-tale red spots.. When trying on items, put your own clothes on the hooks in the dressing room rather than the seating area because bugs are most likely to hide there.	Replace your mattress and box spring every 2-3 years. Use protective covers on your mattresses and box springs. Vacuum carpets and rugs often. Use essential oils to repel bed bugs. Clear out clutter. Install door sweeps or door jams. Stay in top grade hotels. Check the bed, nightstand, and upholstered furniture for signs of bed bugs. Keep your luggage away from the bed. Use the luggage rack. Unpack your suitcase outside. Wash your travel clothes separate from other laundry immediately. Run clothes and bags through the dryer on high heat. Use cold to treat items that can’t be heated. Vacuum your luggage. Check secondhand furniture and clothes. Minimize contact with surfaces at shared laundry facilities. Inspect clothes you’re going to purchase.
https://www.wikihow.com/Divide-Daylilies	How to Divide Daylilies	To divide daylilies, wait until early spring when you see new growth above the ground, or wait until fall when your daylilies have finished blooming. To get started, loosen the ground around a clump of daylilies with a spade. Next, use the spade to dig up the root ball, digging up as many of the roots as possible. Then, use your hands to loosen the soil in the root ball and use a garden hose to wash it away. Finally, separate a group of 2-3 fans away from the clump and replant them in your garden.	Separate crowded daylilies in the spring. Daylilies are crowded when you can see tight clumps of leaves and stunted growth. The blooms will begin to get smaller as the plants get more crowded. You will see new growth above the ground in early spring, which is another indicator that the daylilies are ready to be separated. Alternatively, you can wait until fall when the daylilies have finished blooming. Daylilies will usually begin to look crowded after 4 to 5 years. Trim the daylily leaves and flowers to 8 to 12 in (20 to 30 cm) high. Use garden secateurs to trim off both the leaves and flowers, leaving only 8 to 12 in (20 to 30 cm) of growth from the ground. When the leaves are shorter, you will be able to see the individual fans of leaves. If the leaves are already shorter than 8 to 12 in (20 to 30 cm), you don't need to trim them. Garden secateurs or bypass pruners are the best tool to use to trim the daylilies, as they are precise and give a clean cut. Loosen the clump of daylilies with a spade. Score the soil 2 in (5.1 cm) deep around each cluster of daylilies that you want to divide. Loosen the soil around the edges of the clump. A clump of daylilies has 3 or more fans of leaves. Dig up the root ball. Use the spade to dig up the clump of daylilies. Work the soil from all sides around the clump, and dig until you reach the bottom of the roots. Then lift the clump up and out of the ground. You can also use a garden fork for this step if you prefer. The roots will exceed the outline of the clump by several inches, so include as many as possible when removing the root ball. The roots of daylilies are very resilient. Don't worry if you end up breaking or tearing a few. Clean the soil out of the roots. Use your hands to brush loose soil out of the root ball. Then run the root ball under water from a garden hose to remove any remaining soil. This will help to separate the roots and to remove any unwanted pests. Separate a group of 2 to 3 fans away from the clump. Use your hands to gently untangle the roots of each fan. Grasp the set of fans and carefully wiggle them away from the rest of the clump. Daylily fans are the individual daylily plants. Each fan has leaves, roots, and a crown, which is where all of the leaves meet together at the base. You can also separate each fan individually, however a group of 2 to 3 fans tends to look aesthetically better. If you have the time, leave each fan outside to air dry for 24 hours. This helps to prevent disease. Pick a sunny spot with well-drained soil to replant the daylilies. Daylilies do best either in the sun or in partial shade. These perennials will grow in almost any type of soil, however they will grow best in more fertile soil. To test the soil drainage, dig a hole that is 12 in (30 cm) across by 12 in (30 cm) deep. Pour enough water into the hole to fill it, and monitor the water as it drains. If the water takes over 1 hour to drain, this means that the soil has poor drainage. You can improve the soil drainage by adding organic matter to the soil, such as manure, compost, or peat moss. Avoid planting daylilies beneath trees, as the plants will need to compete with the trees for sunlight and soil nutrients. Dig a hole slightly deeper than the roots of the daylily fans. Use a garden shovel to dig a hole in the designated spot. Form a small mound in the center of the hole that reaches to 0.5 to 1 in (1.3 to 2.5 cm) below the top of the hole, and is approximately 1 in (2.5 cm) wide. If you are digging multiple holes to plant the groups of daylilies, leave 12 to 18 in (30 to 46 cm) of space between each hole to give the daylilies room to grow. Place the group of 2 to 3 fans into the hole before backfilling the hole. Rest the crown of the fans on top of the mound of soil. Let the roots drape down around the mound. Hold the daylily fans steady as you push the soil back into the hole. When the soil reaches the top of the hole, press lightly around it to firm the soil. Water the daylilies immediately after replanting. Use a watering can or garden hose on a low pressure to lightly water the plant. A light sprinkling of water to make the soil damp will do, as this will settle the soil. Add 2 to 3 in (5.1 to 7.6 cm) mulch around the daylilies. Spread mulch evenly around each plant. Use ground bark or pine straw mulch for the best results. This will help the daylilies to thrive, and will prevent weed growth. Water the daylilies every 3 days when the weather is dry. Add either liquid or granular fertilizer at least once per spring season to help your plants thrive. Care for the daylilies and divide them again after approximately 4 years. At the end of spring, remove any dead or dying vegetation.	Separate crowded daylilies in the spring. Trim the daylily leaves and flowers to 8 to 12 in (20 to 30 cm) high. Loosen the clump of daylilies with a spade. Dig up the root ball. Clean the soil out of the roots. Separate a group of 2 to 3 fans away from the clump. Pick a sunny spot with well-drained soil to replant the daylilies. Dig a hole slightly deeper than the roots of the daylily fans. Place the group of 2 to 3 fans into the hole before backfilling the hole. Water the daylilies immediately after replanting. Add 2 to 3 in (5.1 to 7.6 cm) mulch around the daylilies. Water the daylilies every 3 days when the weather is dry.
https://www.wikihow.com/Ask-for-a-Reference	How to Ask for a Reference	To ask for a reference, determine what kind you need, like a professional or personal reference, and choose the appropriate person to ask. Next, decide if asking in person, via email, or during a phone call makes the most sense, depending on location and your relationship. Then, get in touch with them and politely explain what you need, why you need it, and why they're the best person to ask.	Determine the type of references you need. There different types of references, depending on the position for which you're applying. References can also take one of several forms. Phone calls, emails, questionnaires, and letters of recommendation are all common. Be sure to review the applications instructions carefully to make sure that you secure the right kind of reference. The most common type of reference is a professional reference. In this case, your referee should be able to attest to your ability to get the job done. Another common type of reference is a personal reference. In this case, your referee should be able to attest to your character. If you have a LinkedIn profile, you have the option of obtaining a LinkedIn recommendation. Pick the right people. Different reference types often require people to serve as referees. Make sure that the person you're asking can provide you with kind of reference you need. Ask yourself, “Who will be most able to discuss my qualifications for this position?” Don't limit yourself to former or current employers. Co-workers, former teachers and professors, ministers, and even your attorney might be able provide you with a strong reference. If you're applying for multiple positions, consider asking different people to serve as referees for different positions. Make a list of reasons why you're asking a particular person to be a referee for you. Include details like the basis and extent of his or her relationship with you, his or her professional qualifications, and the kinds of things he or she will be able to say about you. Not only will this list help you narrow down your list of potential referees, it will also come in handy when you actually ask for references. Update your resume. This might seem like a no-brainer. However, you're going to want to provide your potential referees with useful information about yourself. An updated resume will serve them better than an out-of-date one. Ask early. Your referees, should they agree to be your referees, are doing you a favor. Give them at least two weeks to prepare and, if necessary, write you a letter of recommendation. Decide how you will ask. There is some disagreement about the best way to ask someone to be a reference. Asking someone in person or over the phone is more personal, but you run the risk of making someone uncomfortable. Asking someone in an email is less personal, but it gives the person a chance to consider the request. Use your best judgment. Whether you ask for a reference in person, on the phone, or in an email, give the potential referee the option of saying “no.” Ask the potential referee, “Do you feel that you are able to give me a strong reference?” If a potential referee does in fact say “no,” be grateful. It's far better to have someone who really wants give you a reference on your side. Be polite. Let your potential referees know how much you appreciate their efforts. And let them know that you're available to answer any questions they might have. Tell your referees about the position. Supply them with job ad itself. You should also come up with your own description of the position. Explain why you’re asking them. Remember the lists you made when you were deciding who to ask? Now's the time to use those lists again. Make an effort to draw connections between your potential referee's qualifications and the position for which you're applying. For example, you might say, "Since you are a successful business owner, I thought that Business University's School of Business would value your opinion of me." Offer a guide. Be very upfront about what you want your referees to say about you. You might say something along the following lines: “Given our history, I think you're the right person to talk about my abilities in these areas…” You can offer them anything from a simple list to a full-blown draft of a letter of recommendation. The more specific and thorough you are, the more grateful your referees will be. Give your referees explicit permission to add or delete parts of your guide as they see fit. This will let your referees know that you trust their judgement. You can say, “This is just a guide. I hope that you will make whatever changes you think are necessary.” Give your referees a copy of your resume. Remember: an updated resume is far more useful than an out-of-date one. Follow up. Once you've submitted your application materials, be sure to send thank-you notes , and keep your referees in-the-loop about the progress of your job search. A quick email that begins, “I wanted to give an update about the job I applied for.” Whether or not you end up getting the position for which you applied, maintaining contact with your referees is a smart idea. You might need to call on them to provide references for other applications. And they might be able to alert you to job openings.	Determine the type of references you need. Pick the right people. Update your resume. Ask early. Decide how you will ask. Tell your referees about the position. Explain why you’re asking them. Offer a guide. Give your referees a copy of your resume. Follow up.
https://www.wikihow.com/Play-Phase-10	How to Play Phase 10	To win Phase 10, your goal is to go out first in each round by using up all your cards so that you end up with the lowest score after 10 rounds. To start playing, deal 10 cards to 2-6 players and put the rest of the deck in the middle. Then, have the player to the left of the dealer take a card from the draw pile and discard another card. Keep playing in this way until someone "goes out" by completing phase 1, which is 2 sets of 3, Play each round in this way until someone "goes out" on phase 10.	Get your hands on a Phase 10 deck. Unfortunately you can't play the game if you don't have the deck of cards. Phase 10 is made and distributed by Mattel Games, the maker of Uno. You can find the card game online at their website. If you don't want to order online try checking your local game store. Find people who want to play Phase 10. You need between two and six people to play Phase 10. It isn't a single player game so you will need some friends who want to play with you to join in. Find a suitable playing location. You will want a big table with seats for everyone. The game can get pretty spread out and you are dealing a whole deck so make sure everyone has enough room. If you don't have a suitable table you can always play on the floor. Learn the terms relevant to the game. These are necessary to learn before you get started playing. You don't have to memorize them all immediately, just keep this sheep handy so that you can refer to it as the game goes on. As you continue playing the terms will start to stick in your memory. A set is 2 or more cards of the same number A run is 4 or more cards numbered consecutively (e.g. a 1 card, a 2 card, a 3 card, and a 4 card) A wild card can be used to complete a phase when a player is missing one of the necessary cards A skip card allows the player who uses it to choose another player to lose their turn Hitting lets players discard cards they don't want, so long as they play them immediately after a phase has been laid down; an example of this would be adding red cards to an initial play of 7 red cards (which is phase 8 of the game). However, players are only allowed to participate in hitting if they've already played their own phase for that round, and only when it's their turn. Going out describes the action of a player getting rid of their whole hand in a round, either by hitting or by using all their cards in their phase. As soon as any player goes out, the round ends and all players discard their cards to be shuffled and dealt for a new round. Learn how you win the game. The winner of the round is the first one to go out, or use up all their cards. The winner of each round scores a 0. Scoring is one of the most important parts of Phase 10, since the player with the lowest score at the end of the 10 rounds is the winner. Scoring is calculated at the end of each round. The rest of the players gain points for the cards still in their hands. Cards numbered 1 through 9 are worth 5 points Cards numbered 10 through 12 are worth 10 points Skip cards are worth 15 points Wild cards are worth 25 points Recognize the 10 phases of the game. There are at least 10 rounds in Phase 10 and, consequently, 10 phases of play. The phases are listed below. Phase 1 is 2 sets of 3 Phase 2 is 1 set of 3 and 1 run of 4 Phase 3 is 1 set of 4 and 1 run of 4 Phase 4 is 1 run of 7 Phase 5 is 1 run of 8 Phase 6 is 1 run of 9 Phase 7 is 2 sets of 4 Phase 8 is 7 cards of the same color Phase 9 is 1 set of 5 and 1 set of 2 Phase 10 is 1 set of 5 and 1 set of 3 Shuffle and deal a deck of Phase 10 cards. This should include reference cards describing the 10 phases as well as 108 additional cards--24 red, 24 orange, 24 yellow, 24 green (all numbered), 4 skip cards, and 8 wild cards. Each player should receive 10 cards, which are held so that only the player holding the hand can see which cards they are. Put the rest of the deck down in the middle of the players. This will serve as the draw pile. Turn over the top card of this pile and set it face-up next to the draw pile. This will serve as the discard pile. Start the game with the player to the left of the dealer. This player will take the top card of either the draw pile or the discard pile, then choose one of their cards to discard. During the first round, each player is trying complete phase 1 (see above) so they can go out and end the round. Stop playing once someone ‘goes out’. The round ends and all players score and discard their current hands. Anyone who completed phase 1 in round 1 moves on to trying to complete phase 2, but anyone who could not complete phase 1 needs to do so before proceeding. It is still possible for anyone to win, however; it all depends on who goes out and who ends up with a lot of cards. Continue playing in this manner until someone plays a phase 10 and goes out. This person is typically considered the winner, although some people play so that the person with the fewest points wins, no matter who ends the game. Combine two or more groups of Phase 10 into one game by using a process of promotion and demotion. This is a great way to get more than six people playing at one time. This method will also keep the groups changing each hand, allowing everyone to play together while also participating in separate games. Select a similar number of participants to play in each group. For example you could do two groups of four, or a group of five with a group of six, or three groups of five, or anything else you choose. Do this at random so as not to be unfair. Promote the winners of the first and subsequent hands along with those scoring the lowest of all players. Demote the players with the highest scores and those who are working on the lowest phases. Hopefully you don't hurt any feelings, but those are the rules of the game! Add spice to the game by giving point penalties for behaviors you outline ahead of the game. These could be things like talking in general, talking to specific people, laughing, coughing, scratching, or anything else you come up with. For example, maybe you make a rule that the highest player is not allowed to talk to the lowest player. If they do speak to one another, you can apply a penalty to the players.	Get your hands on a Phase 10 deck. Find people who want to play Phase 10. Find a suitable playing location. Learn the terms relevant to the game. Learn how you win the game. Recognize the 10 phases of the game. Shuffle and deal a deck of Phase 10 cards. Put the rest of the deck down in the middle of the players. Start the game with the player to the left of the dealer. Stop playing once someone ‘goes out’. Continue playing in this manner until someone plays a phase 10 and goes out. Combine two or more groups of Phase 10 into one game by using a process of promotion and demotion. Select a similar number of participants to play in each group. Promote the winners of the first and subsequent hands along with those scoring the lowest of all players. Add spice to the game by giving point penalties for behaviors you outline ahead of the game.
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Quiz	How to Make a Quiz	To make a trivia quiz, come up with a specific topic that you know a lot about. Then, write your quiz one question at a time, starting with easy questions, and getting harder as the quiz goes along. Write the same amount of answer choices for each question, and avoid using too many “none of the above” answers, which can annoy quiz takers. Make your answers friendly and lighthearted, too, since you don't want people to get frustrated and quit. Remember: If you're having fun, the people taking the quiz will too.	Choose a topic. Depending on the length of your quiz, organize the questions into categories. You may also want to organize each category under a single topic. For example, you can create a sports trivia quiz with individual sports as each category so you have 10 questions for basketball, 10 for football, and 10 for baseball. When choosing categories, choose ones that you're knowledgeable on or passionate about so that it will be easier for you to find the answers and write your questions creatively. Title and design your trivia quiz. A creative title and cohesive design can both give your trivia quiz a sense of cohesion and professionalism. Eye-catching design can draw more participants and make your quiz go viral if you are posting it on social media sites. Compose fun and comprehensive questions. Create well-written and engaging questions to keep your audience wanting to move on to the next question. Try to create each question as its own game by providing the answer immediately afterwards. Vary the difficulty of your questions. Keep your audience in mind. If you're quiz is meant for young children, make sure the questions are age appropriate. If your quiz is meant for a broad audience, mix up the difficulty level. A quiz should be challenging no matter who your audience is but it should also be rewarding so keep the difficulty of the questions varied from moderate to expert level. Enjoy yourself while writing your questions. If you are not having fun then chances are your audience won't either. Let your passion come across. Remember that this is a form of entertainment so keep yourself entertained and imagine your audience laughing or becoming amused at each question. Base your trivia on facts. Trivia is fun because it's an entertaining way to learn something new. The element of surprise or having your audience say, “wow, I didn't know that” should motivate your questions.” Keep your quiz short. People have short attention spans especially if you're planning to post your quiz online. Ask yourself what the best outcome would be because you don't want to spend 2 hours of hard work creating a quiz that people only want to take for 10 minutes. Keep things fresh and fun for both you and the participants. Create answers that not only educate but also entertain. The construction of the answers to trivia questions are just as important as the questions themselves. Make sure that you have the facts correct and that you adequately explain why someone got an answer wrong. Post on a social media site. There are several apps available to create trivia quizzes. Whether for fun or business, research what apps are best for creating and embedding your trivia quizz. Design with purpose. People have an innate yearning to know more about themselves. Attention to detail can draw more people to your quiz because it will feel personalized. Create a custom background related to the content of your quiz. Include people in your quiz to give your audience someone to relate to. A bland personality quiz can be overlooked because it may subconsciously say to a person that he has a bland personality. Colourful and distinct images are more likely to draw attention to your quiz. Create your results first and work backwards. Once you know what personality someone is going to achieve, you can work backwards in writing questions to help them achieve this end result. For example, if your personality quiz is “Which Star Wars character are you?”, you can choose the main characters like Yoda and Darth Vader as possible outcomes. Now you can choose images and construct questions based on either a Yoda or Darth Vader result. Let fun dictate the results. Personality quizzes are popular because of the final results. If you err on the side of positivity, chances are your quiz will be popular. Have fun and be creative but keep your audience in mind when conceiving your results. Create results that will seem personal and reward the person taking your quiz. Random results can be just as alienating as negative ones because it may make the person feel like he just wasted his time after receiving a random result. For example, a personality quiz similar to "what kind of animal are you" could provide bear as a good result. The description could be something along the lines of "While you enjoy a good refreshing slumber and may get cranky when you're hungry, everyone knows how much you love your children and that giant hugs were named after you." This description is fun and seems personal because it reflects how a bear protects her cubs while using "bear hugs" as an indicator of warmth. Both of which can be relatable to a lot of people. Inject your personality or a distinct tone to your quiz. Whether you're snarky or optimistic, create questions with a distinct flair. It is a fine line between creating a result that is fun and personal. Tone and humour don't translate well over text, especially when the person taking the quiz doesn't know the person who wrote it. For example, a snarky quiz title could be along the lines of "Which 90s one-hit wonder are you?" Create unambiguous questions. Write questions that are simple and straight to the point. Be concise. People want to finish quickly and don't want to be bogged down with complicated description. Get creative with your title. The first thing that will draw someone to take your quiz is the title. A person will want to know how they relate to your given title so make sure that it is bold and compelling. For example, a good title could be "Which apocalypse are you most likely to survive: zombie, vampire, robot, or puppy?" 5 tools for creating a catchy titles are: using the phrase “How much do you actually know about (insert topic)”, using celebrity, using an adjective, placing someone as a type, and comparing people to popular items. For example, you can use a celebrity in your title like “Which Walking Dead Character are you?” An example of using an adjective for a title would be something like, “How fit are you?” A title placing someone as a type would be something like “How big of a Bro are you?” A title that compares popular items would be similar to “Which brunch meal are?” Choose what type of quiz you want to create. Choose from 6 types of quizzes: standard, single question, % correct quiz, personality quiz, checklist quiz, or image checklist quiz. A standard quiz has a single correct answer but the person taking the quiz has several options to choose from. As she answers each question, she is immediately told whether she got the answer right or wrong. A single questions quiz is just one question and one answer. A % correct quiz is not like a standard quiz in that the person taking the quiz does not know whether his answers are right or wrong until he is finished the quiz and learns what percentage of the quiz he got right. A Personality Quiz allows the person taking the quiz to choose from a variety of answers. Each answer has been assigned to a different result. The more answers that line up to a specific result determines the final outcome. A Checklist Quiz poses a question with numerous possible answers. People can check off all that is applicable to them from this list and share that number with others who have also taken the quiz. An Image Checklist Quiz is similar but uses images over text. Create an eye-catching name. Get creative and title your quiz something that will make it stick out. Appeal to an audience using humour and intrigue. Utilize snark and sass. Create your quiz using a conversational tone, injecting as much personality as you can. Make your reader part of the joke. It's a fine line between sarcasm and offensive but you want to avoid bland writing as well. Write persuasively and emphasize positivity. The person taking the quiz wants to feel gratified for taking the time to answer your questions. Pay them off with humour or a positive message about themselves. Choose funny or provocative images. Bold images can help people immediately visualize the message you're trying to get across. A face can draw a person in while a short blurb tells the rest of the story. Use images and content that you have the rights to if using your quiz for the public. Make sure that you only use original content or have received permission to use someone else's work. If using images make sure that they are in the public domain, e.g. if the have a CC0 Creative Commons license. Write with an audience in mind. It will be easier to create your quiz if you picture who will be taking it. Speak directly to that person to keep your quiz focused and fun. This will also make your quiz personal and create a connection with the person taking it. Keep it short. Most quizzes should be less than 10 questions, especially if you're creating it for a social media site. People have short attention spans online.	Choose a topic. Title and design your trivia quiz. Compose fun and comprehensive questions. Vary the difficulty of your questions. Enjoy yourself while writing your questions. Base your trivia on facts. Keep your quiz short. Create answers that not only educate but also entertain. Post on a social media site. Design with purpose. Create your results first and work backwards. Let fun dictate the results. Inject your personality or a distinct tone to your quiz. Create unambiguous questions. Get creative with your title. Choose what type of quiz you want to create. Create an eye-catching name. Utilize snark and sass. Choose funny or provocative images. Write with an audience in mind. Keep it short.
https://www.wikihow.com/Write-an-Email-to-Customer-Service	How to Write an Email to Customer Service	To write an email to customer services, start by writing a clear subject line so it gets noticed, like “Dog chewed my lifetime warranty Chacos, need replacement.” Then, begin with a greeting, such as “Dear customer service team” to start on a polite and professional note. You should also be specific in describing why you're writing to increase the likelihood of a response. For example, make sure you ask clear questions, like “How can I get a replacement item?” Additionally maintain a courteous tone throughout, which will increase your chances of getting a response.	Look for an answer. Before you sit down to write an email to the customer service department of any company, you should make sure that the answer to your question isn't already on their website. Many companies have answers to common questions on various pages of their website, usually FAQs and support pages. You can usually find access to these sections of a company website by scrolling all the way to the bottom of any page and clicking a link that says “Contact Us” or “Help” or “Customer Service.” Find the customer support page. If you don't see a link for customer service at the bottom of their website, you may be able to use the search box. There is often either a field you can type into or the icon of a magnifying glass in the upper right hand corner of a company's homepage. Type in search terms like “customer service” or “contact” and hit enter. Often the “Contact Us” page is where companies will provide an email field for customers to submit their comments or complaints. Check this page to make sure that you will be emailed a copy; if not, search the website for an email address to use in your personal email account so that you can keep a record of your correspondence. Use the search bar. Search for the item you have a question about in the same search bar that you used to find the customer service email address. Searching for your issue or question this way can reveal the answer without having to send an email at all. This is essential to appearing intelligent and garnering respect when you do send an email. If you write about something that already appears on the website, the customer service team may see you as a demanding and lazy customer, and therefore not profitable. Check the FAQs as well. Many times the answer to your question has already been asked and published in the form of a Frequently Asked Question. That's why many websites have such a page: to keep customer service emails to a minimum. Review the company policy. If you don't find an answer to your question in the search bar or under the FAQs, you may be able to find it in the “About Us” or return policy pages. Again, scroll to the very bottom of the website and look at the links available. Search for any link that might contain the answer to your question: About Us, Index, Credit Card, Product Availability, Return Policy, Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and so on. Even if you don't find an answer under one of these links, it is useful to look through them because you can use your extra knowledge of the company to get what you need from them in your email. Decide whether it’s a complaint or appreciation email. Not all email communications with customer support have to be complaints or questions. You may simply want to thank them for their good customer service. Positive emails like this are welcomed by most companies just as much as emails posing questions. The truth is that sometimes, registering a complaint by phone call is faster and more direct than an email. Email is great for submitting your gratitude or asking a question that doesn't need an immediate answer, but if you want an issue resolved instantly, the best way is to call. Write a clear subject line. Make your subject line meaningful and to the point. You want the customer service rep who looks at their inbox to notice yours first so that you get a faster response. Make the subject short, contain a summary of your email, and beg to be opened. For example: “Dog Chewed My Lifetime Warranty Chacos—Need Replacement” Open with a greeting. Once you've nailed down a solid subject line, the next step is to greet the customer service rep. Don't just launch into your problem. You wouldn't skip the greeting on a phone call or in person, would you? It can be as simple as “Dear Customer Service Team.” Try to find a name to insert in your greeting. Some smaller companies may list the names of their customer service reps, and utilizing this can make you seem more personable and desirable to work with. You can end this greeting with a comma or colon. Dear Customer Service, OR Dear Customer Service: Keep standard writing practices. Maintain the rep's respect by using standard type. Don't use all caps, a mix of uppercase and lowercase caps, or script fonts. Just type using standard punctuation, spelling, and capitalization. This will help your email to be taken seriously. Maintain a courteous tone. Keep a courteous tone, even if you are registering a complaint or expressing your frustration. You will be more valued as a customer and probably given more courteous treatment in return. Identify yourself. After your greeting to the rep, introduce yourself. Offer your name and explain what type of customer you are, whether a first-time or repeat. In both cases, the rep will want to keep your business. If it is relevant, mention your geographic location (such as for an outdoors product or service). Be specific. Use specific language in your email. Avoid using generic terms, like “my product;” instead, describe in detail what the product or service is and why this item is worth emailing about. Describe any relevant events associated with it so that the rep knows exactly what the problem is. Offering this information in the initial email prevents a long email conversation. Use the URL of the product, if available, so that the rep has an immediate reference for your description. Include your order ID in the email as well, since most reps are going to ask you for it anyway. This ID number is how your order is tracked and maintained in their system. Ask clear questions. Get right to the point in your email. Don't beat around the bush. Once you have greeted the rep and introduced yourself, start a new paragraph that tells the rep exactly what is going on, using the specific language mentioned in the previous step. Directly ask for any concessions you want. You may feel shy about asking for them, but set that aside in your email. If you want something in exchange for a defective product, say so. Write short paragraphs. Make sure your paragraphs are short. Keeping them to one, two, or at the most three sentences is easier on the eyes. It also allows the rep to quickly scan the email for how to prioritize it, and if your email is a block of text, they will likely lower it to the bottom of the list just because they don't have time to figure out what you're saying. Close with a simple signature. End the email with a final sentence to summarize your request or compliment, followed by a salutation. Signing off as “Sincerely” works fine, but you can also leave off a salutation and just insert your email signature. You can also indicate your urgency by signing off with “Eagerly awaiting your reply,” or something along those lines. An email signature is a short block of text that includes your name, occupation, and contact info. You can format an email signature in your email provider's settings and set it to automatically appear in new messages. Leave out attachments. Try not to attach any documents to an email you are sending to someone for the first time. Many websites have spam filters that target emails with attachments, making it likely that your email will get moved to the trash before it is ever read. You should of course include an attachment if you are submitting an email application to a job and are asked to attach your resume as a Word document. Don't include any usernames, passwords, or credit card/payment information either. Proofread before sending. After your email is complete, don't get excited and hit the submit button quite yet. You need to proofread this email, making sure no careless typos interfere with the excellence of your words. Even if you typed the email using your smartphone, the automatic “sent from my iPhone” tag does not excuse errors in grammar and punctuation that make you look less than professional. Follow up. If you haven't heard a reply to your email after a few days, it is likely that the email was caught in a spam filter or moved to the bottom of the stack. Send an email noting your previous email and asking if your first one has been received. Maintain proper grammar and spelling. You may not realize it, but part of maintaining a polite tone includes using good grammar and spelling. Taking care to communicate yourself clearly shows that you respect the other party, as well as demonstrates that you are generally a polite person. Display your education and knowledge. Don't be pretentious, but do allow your education to shine through by using good vocabulary. Also, if you have scoured the company website and learned a bit about their policies, mention that you have read them and still can't find an answer to your problem. Avoid joking around. Witty remarks and joking have their place, and that place is not in an email that you want to be taken seriously, at least not in the first correspondence. Such language can be interpreted as inappropriate, something you want to avoid when dealing with any business. Once you build a rapport with a rep through a series of emails, joking will more readily be accepted and understood. Express yourself without aggression. Even though you may be angry at how a product or service has been handled, expressing this in an email will not get you the results you need. Communicating your issue with respect and courtesy will go much further than a mean or aggressive email. Keep in mind that you can't properly express emotion through text. If you are upset enough about your issue to want immediate attention, resorting to a phone call might be more effective. Mention your loyalty and gratitude. Finally, mentioning how loyal you are to a company and how grateful you have always been for their service in the past makes it easier for reps to appreciate your email and respond more quickly.	Look for an answer. Find the customer support page. Use the search bar. Review the company policy. Decide whether it’s a complaint or appreciation email. Write a clear subject line. Open with a greeting. Keep standard writing practices. Maintain a courteous tone. Identify yourself. Be specific. Ask clear questions. Write short paragraphs. Close with a simple signature. Leave out attachments. Proofread before sending. Follow up. Maintain proper grammar and spelling. Display your education and knowledge. Avoid joking around. Express yourself without aggression. Mention your loyalty and gratitude.
https://www.wikihow.com/Ask-a-Professor-for-a-Paper-Extension	How to Ask a Professor for a Paper Extension	If you're asking a professor for a paper extension, ask for it as soon as you know you need it, rather than the night before or after the paper is due. When you make your request, be direct and keep it simple. You can tell your professor you've been ill or had a family emergency. You even can tell them you're overloaded with work by saying something like "I'm requesting an extension because I have 3 exams the same day my paper is due." Whatever you say, say it directly and politely, and thank your professor for their consideration.	Double-check your course’s policies. Before you actually ask your professor, read over the class syllabus and any other course policies. Sometimes professors will say if they automatically grant extensions, are willing to consider them in certain circumstances, or have a no-extension policy. Knowing what your professor's rules are, and what they're willing to do, will help you phrase your request correctly. Show evidence if you say you are sick. A serious illness, like the flu, is a reasonable cause to ask for an extension. You don't have to go into great detail about your illness; most professors won't want to hear about this. Be aware that some professors to ask for a doctor's note or other evidence, evident. Keep it simple. For example: “Professor Thompson, I came down with a bad flu over the weekend and need more time to work on my paper. Could I have an extension please? I'd be happy to show you documentation from the University Health Services." Be honest about personal emergencies. If there is a death or grave illness in the family, or some other unexpected hardship, this is a good reason to ask for a paper extension. Many professors would be willing to grant extensions in genuine cases of personal emergencies, but don't abuse this possibility. Try something like "Dear Professor Thompson, I'm sorry to say that last night my great Aunt Maude passed away. I'm with my family right now and will be attending the funeral. I was planning on completing my paper for your class tomorrow, but given the circumstances, could I ask for a two-day extension?" A professor may or may not ask for some kind of documentation of the emergency, so don't go this route if you're unable to back up your story. Let your professor know if you are swamped with work. Professors understand that you may be taking several classes at once, and have other things going on in your life as well. Sometimes you need an extension because you are overloaded. It's worth trying to ask for one if this is the case. Stress that you need this kind of extension to write a good paper, e.g. “I'm requesting an extension because I'm overloaded with three exams all taking place on the day the paper is due. I want to do well on this paper and give it the attention it deserves, and another day or two would really help.” Go the strength in numbers route. A group of students could collectively ask a professor for an extension if they all have an exam or other commitment that is taking away from the time they need to spend on a paper. If several people all ask a professor for an extension, it can be more convincing than asking on your own. Say something like “Professor Thompson, 7 of us in your class are also enrolled in CHEM 220, and we have an exam on the same day the paper is due. Could we have a one-day extension so we can have enough time to write strong papers?” Keep it simple. Whatever your reason for asking for an extension, don't wear your professor down with endless explanations. Just get straight to the point, ask why you need an extension, and thank your professor for considering. If you need an extension because you caused yourself to get behind in your schoolwork, accept responsibility and ask for the extension anyway. Most professors will appreciate the honesty. Ask as soon as possible. Professors are much more likely to grant an extension if you ask before the paper is due. Ask as soon as you think you might need one, rather than the night before the deadline, or afterwards. The exception to this, of course, is an unexpected emergency, such as a family death or being rushed to the hospital. Approach your professor in-person. Talking one-on-one with your professor will help show them you are being honest in saying you need an extension. When you think you need an extension, visit the professor during office hours or at least ask to talk to them for a minute after class. Email to ask your professor about an extension. If you're sick, away, or it's the weekend you might not be able to approach your professor in person. In that case, plan to write a polite email to ask for more time to write the paper. Your professor likely teaches multiple classes. Write your class and time in the subject. If you've already done some of the work, show your professor what you've completed so far. This will show them that you've made an effort to get the assignment done, and you're not just blowing it off. Decide how long the extension will be. An extension should give you a reasonable amount of time to complete the paper, based on how long you've already had to work on it, and on how much you've finished. Think about your professor's personality when deciding how long of an extension to ask for. If your professor seems strict, leave it entirely up to them to decide how long of an extension to grant. You may just have to take what you can get. If your professor is more lenient, and you think you can get the paper done within a certain time (such as two more days), ask for a specific extension. If your professor seems like the type to negotiate, aim high. If you think you can get the paper done in two days, ask for a four-day extension at first, and expect your professor to negotiate down.	Double-check your course’s policies. Show evidence if you say you are sick. Be honest about personal emergencies. Let your professor know if you are swamped with work. Go the strength in numbers route. Keep it simple. Ask as soon as possible. Approach your professor in-person. Email to ask your professor about an extension. Decide how long the extension will be.
https://www.wikihow.com/Buy-Necessary-Supplies-for-Your-New-Cat	How to Buy Necessary Supplies for Your New Cat	To buy necessary supplies for your new cat, start by purchasing a carrier so you can get your pet home safely. Then, choose a collar and tags in case your cat gets lost. Additionally, buy a litter box and place in a quiet area where your cat won't feel stressed. You'll also need to get food and water containers made of stainless steel, ceramic, or glass, which are easy to clean. If you know what kind of food your cat was eating prior to coming home with you, buy the same product to avoid upsetting its stomach.	Buy a cat carrier. In order to bring your new cat home you will need to get a cat carrier. Your can get a soft-sided or hard-sided carrier but just make sure that it is big enough for your cat. In order to get the right size, just make sure the cat is able to stand up and turn around in its carrier. It is also important to make sure that the carrier you choose closes easily and can be latched securely. If you get your cat from a pet store or an animal shelter you may be able to purchase a carrier when you get the cat. Purchase a collar and tags. It is important for you to put a collar and tags on your cat as soon as you get it. This will assure that if your cat gets lost anyone that finds it will be able to return it to you. Make sure the collar is the right size for your cat. It should be snug but not so tight that is restricts the cat's breathing or swallowing. Select a collar that has a quick-release catch, an important safety feature. If your cat is ever caught by the collar, this important release allows the cat to safely escape without harm. Avoid collars with elastic portions, which may be stretchy enough for a cat to get its leg through and become trapped. The information on your cat's tags should include your name, address, and a telephone number. Get the cat a bed. In order to make your new cat feel at home, give it a soft and welcoming spot of its own. The cat bed you buy could be very simple or it could be relatively fancy, such as a heated cat bed that plugs into an outlet. Of course, you cannot guarantee that the cat will love the bed that you buy for it right away. In many cases, it will choose a pillow or an area on the carpet over the bed you chose for it. Don't be dismayed. You may just need to lure the cat towards the bed with a few toys, some cat nip, or by placing the bed in a warm and sunny spot. Buy a litter box and litter. Even if you plan to allow your cat outside part of the time, you will still need to provide a litter box and litter for it. Find a place to put the litter box where the cat will have easy access to it. Just as with the cat's food, it's best to begin by using the same litter that the cat has already been using. This will reduce the risk of the cat choosing somewhere other than the litter box to go to the bathroom. Choose the largest litter tray you have space for, and ask the cat rescue or previous owner whether the cat is accustomed to an open or covered box. If your cat is reluctant to use its litter box it could be due to the type of box or the type of litter. Make sure that the cat can get in and out of the litter box easily. You can also try using a different type of litter. Get food and water containers. Your cat will need to have both a bowl for food and a bowl for water. These containers should be made of stainless steel, ceramic, or glass. These materials are the easiest to clean. There is no need to get special bowls made for pets. Instead, you can use bowls that you already own. However, know that pet bowls are usually heavier and weighted to the bottom, so that they are less easily tipped over. Cats prefer a water bowl that is spaced away from a food bowl. Avoid tandem bowls that have food in one half and water in the other. These can cause both the water and food to become soiled by one another. Purchase toys and a scratching post. Giving your cat entertainment is an important part of caring for your cat. Give your new cat a variety of toys and scratching posts or pads so that its brain is stimulated throughout the day. With a new cat it may take a few tries to find a type of toy that the cat likes. Bring home a variety of types of toys so that you can figure out what your new pet enjoys. There is no need to spend a fortune on lots of fancy cat toys. Instead, in addition to traditional toys like cloth mice and bell balls, provide the cat with simple toys like ping-pong balls, cardboard boxes, and balled up pieces of paper. Your cat may just like the cheap toys best. Offer your kitten or new cat a place to hide. A cardboard box is ideal. A hiding spot allows the cat to feel secure while getting used to its new surroundings. It's a good idea to put a scratching post in every room the cat hangs out in so that it doesn't scratch your furniture instead. Find out what food the cat is currently eating. If possible, you should begin feeding your cat the same brand of food as it has been eating before coming home with you. This will help assure that it does not get an upset stomach from a sudden change to its diet. Ask the shelter, pet store, or person that had the cat before you about what the cat has been eating. This does not mean that you have to keep feeding the cat this food forever. It just will allow you to gradually switch the cat's diet over the course of a week or two. Discuss food options with your veterinarian. If you are unsure what brand and type of food to feed your new cat, talk to your veterinarian for suggestions. Your veterinarian should be able to give you some ideas that will fulfill the nutritional needs of your cat. A good time to ask about food recommendations is when you bring your cat in for a checkup as soon as you get it. Your veterinarian may suggest a specialty food for your cat's specific needs. This may include kitten food, senior food, or food for cats that need to lose weight. Compare prices. Once you pick a brand and type of cat food, compare prices at your local stores and online. The same exact product may be a very different price at different stores. Remember that if you order cat food online you may need to pay for shipping as well. You can also reduce the cost of cat food by buying in larger quantities. You will get the food cheaper if you buy large packages than you would if you buy small packages. Buy a brush for your cat. Most cats will need to be brushed regularly. You can buy a brush that is wire or you can get a wire and bristle combo. Additionally, you could get a comb that is metal toothed. A brush will be especially important if you are getting a long-haired cat. If this is the case, you may want to get a de-shedding brush for the cat to minimize the amount of fur that builds up in your home. Get nail trimmers. Every cat needs its nails trimmed once in awhile, so you should buy some nail trimmers in preparation for bringing a new cat home. Cat nail trimmers come in two types: guillotine type and a scissor type. The guillotine type are generally easier to use than the scissor type. You can also use human nail clippers to trim your cat's nails in a pinch. Trimming a cat's nails is good for the cat but it can also cut down on the damage they can do to your furniture when scratching. Get cleaning supplies. When you get a new cat there may be accidents in your home, such as the cat vomiting or going to the bathroom where it shouldn't. Be prepared for this by buying cleaning supplies that are specially made for cleaning up cat bodily fluids. These products usually contain special enzymes that eat up the acids in cat urine. These products are available at your local pet supply store and at many general big box stores.	Buy a cat carrier. Purchase a collar and tags. Get the cat a bed. Buy a litter box and litter. Get food and water containers. Purchase toys and a scratching post. Find out what food the cat is currently eating. Discuss food options with your veterinarian. Compare prices. Buy a brush for your cat. Get nail trimmers. Get cleaning supplies.
https://www.wikihow.com/Look-Preppy	How to Look Preppy	The easiest way to look preppy is to dress in simple, preppy colors like navy, white, and crimson. Choose clothing with classic patterns like plaid, tweed, and polka-dots and accessorize with simple headbands and classic watches. Keep yourself clean and always wear cologne or perfume.	Keep your outfits relatively simple. The preppy look is generally played down, so simple items are key. A busy outfit, or one with a lot of layers, will not blend well with the preppy style. Go for clothing in solid colors or simple patterns. Pick items that are cut somewhat conservatively. Avoid revealing clothing. Do not over-layer or over accessorize. Stick to minor layering, like cardigans and blazers, over outfits with a variety of mismatched layers. Pick the right colors. When it comes to colors, you want to select colors that exemplify the preppy look. Preppy clothing tends to go for a classic palate made up of navies, whites, and crimsons. You can also incorporate colors such as burgundies, emerald greens, and deep browns. You should not avoid bright colors altogether, however. Bright and bold primary colors can also work well, especially with items like dresses and skirts. Opt for a bright green or red top or white jeans. Also, be conscientious about how you match colors. Pay attention to the color wheel and select complimentary colors when matching. For example, you can wear a red jacket over a green shirt. Select classic clothing items. Preppy outfits are relatively simple in nature. They usually come down to a few classic clothing items that never really go out of style. If you want to look preppy, stock up on some basic essentials for your wardrobe. Bright tunics, white jeans, a shift dress, and cardigans are several must have items that will stay in style long term. Polo shirts, navy suits, and oxford shirts are also classic preppy attire. Sweaters are another staple of the preppy look, especially for the cooler months. Go for argyle sweaters to really exemplify the preppy feel. Incorporate khaki. Khakis are heavily associated with the preppy style. If you want to look preppy, stock up on some khaki pants for your wardrobe. These match with most outfits and rarely go out of style. A few solid pairs of well-fitted khaki pants can be an excellent addition to a preppy wardrobe. Khaki pants can be both formal and informal, so get a pair of each. You can wear khaki pants to a casual hangout with friends or wear dressy khaki pants with a nice blouse or button down top to a formal occasion. Choose preppy patterns. Patterns are important to any wardrobe option, but only certain patterns come off as truly preppy. If you want to get a preppy look, go for classic patterns that are not too busy or bold. Remember, relative simplicity is key to the preppy style. Plaid is a classic preppy pattern and it's easy to find plaid wardrobe items in a store. You can also go for other classic patterns like gingham, paisley, and tweed. Polka dots are a cute pattern that many people add to a preppy wardrobe. Opt for shirts with collars. Shirts with popped collars are a staple of a preppy wardrobe. In general, aim for shirts that have a collar you can pop. Wearing, say, a button-downed shirt with a popped collar will truly make you look preppy. A patterned or solid colored button down shirt looks great with a popped collar. You can also try a polo shirt with a popped collar. Select preppy shoes. Never forget about your footwear when selecting a preppy wardrobe. As with other aspects of preppy style, preppy shoes should be classic and somewhat conservative. Moccasins, dress boots, and loafers are great additions to a preppy wardrobe. You can also wear flats, wedges, riding boots, or nude pumps. Go for a preppy hairstyle. Preppy hairstyles are usually classic and clean cut. Keep your hair clean and brushed at all times. Go for a conservative cut. You can opt for a short hairstyle, parted down the middle, or wear your hair slightly longer while occasionally pulling it back in a bun or ponytail. Just make sure to get your hair cut regularly and wash and comb your hair each day. Side parts and pompadours are great classic preppy hairstyles. Wear headbands. Headbands are a cute, classic accessory that can be paired with many outfits. A headband is great because it does not overpower an outfit. Simplicity is key to preppy style, so you should choose accessories that aren't too gaudy or bold. When selecting headbands, choose them in preppy colors and patterns. A headband with red polka dots, for example, could be paired with a green dress. Avoid headbands that are too big or bold. A very large headband in a fluorescent or very vibrant shade is unlikely to look preppy. Select pearl jewelry. Pearls are classic and played down. This helps them fit easily into a preppy wardrobe. Wear a string of pearls with a dress or shirt. Put in pearl earrings. You can also try wearing a pearl brooch with a blazer. Pearls can be expensive, so look for discount pearls or fake pearls. Try sunglasses. Sunglasses are a classic aspect of a preppy wardrobe. Go for sunglasses that are somewhat played down. They should fit your face well without being too large. Stick to neutral colored frames, like black and white frames, over frames that are too vibrantly colored. Go for belt buckles. A monogrammed belt buckle is an excellent addition to a preppy wardrobe. Go for a sterling silver belt buckle, as this best exemplifies the preppy style. You want to avoid any belt buckle that's too big, as this can look too gaudy to fit in a preppy wardrobe. Wear a watch. A watch is a classic item for a preppy wardrobe. Stick to a relatively simple watch in a neutral color. A good watch can go with just about any outfit, so it's worth investing in a quality watch. Avoid breaking certain fashion rules. There are some rules of fashion that preppy people know and follow. If you want to come off as preppy, always avoid breaking such rules. People will not think of you as truly preppy if you commit certain fashion faux pas. When wearing loafers, you should never wear socks. Never wear an outfit completely devoid of color. If you're wearing, say, a black dress, wear earrings, a scarf, or a necklace that adds color to your outfit. Be graceful in social settings. Preppy people are known to have excellent social graces. Therefore, strive to be polite in social settings. This will make you come off as preppy. Smile and make eye contact when talking to people. Remember basic manners, like saying things like please, thank you, and excuse me. Follow social conventions. Write a thank-you card when you receive a gift. If you're staying in someone's home, bring the host a gift. Engage in preppy hobbies. Sports like swimming, horseback riding, tennis, and golf are all preppy hobbies. Try to join clubs or teams in your area where you can engage in such hobbies. You can, for example, sign up for horseback riding lessons or join your school's swim team. Be well groomed. Part of being preppy is being well groomed at all times. Make sure to wear deodorant, shower daily, and put on a light layer of perfume or cologne. Keep your hair brushed throughout the day and, if you wear makeup, touch it up on occasion. Care for your nails. You don't have to paint them if you don't want to, but keep both your fingernails and toenails trimmed and filed into a nice shape.	Keep your outfits relatively simple. Pick the right colors. Select classic clothing items. Incorporate khaki. Choose preppy patterns. Opt for shirts with collars. Select preppy shoes. Go for a preppy hairstyle. Wear headbands. Select pearl jewelry. Try sunglasses. Go for belt buckles. Wear a watch. Avoid breaking certain fashion rules. Be graceful in social settings. Engage in preppy hobbies. Be well groomed.
https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Social	How to Be Social	If the idea of being more social seems overwhelming to you, start with small steps, like smiling and being friendly when people approach you. It may be a bit scary at first, but it's perfectly okay to say “hello” and make small talk, like commenting about the weather or complimenting the person's outfit. If you're ready for a more proactive approach, try introducing yourself to someone new instead of awkwardly smiling or looking away from the person. You should also work on saying “yes” more often when someone invites you to go out or attend an event. While you may be worried about not having a good time or not knowing what to expect, keep in mind that you can always leave when you want to.	Let go of your fear of rejection. One of the reasons that people can tend to feel antisocial is because they're afraid of being rejected if they make an effort to hang out with people. Sure, this can happen, and we've all felt the sting of trying to chat with someone only to have that person be rude or turn away. But don't let this fear stop you from saying hi to people, inviting people to hang out with you, or trying to make small talk with someone you don't know very well. The fact of the matter is, most people are pretty kind once you give them a chance; as for the people who may not warm to your attempts at conversation, they're not worth it anyway. Though it may sound corny, you never know until you try. If you try to hang out with someone and they turn you down, then you're no worse off than you were before. However, if that person wants to hang out with you, then you're on the way to gaining a friend. There are far more benefits to trying to hang out with someone than drawbacks, so what's the harm in trying? All of us face rejection in our lives. If you face rejection from time to time, you'll only be working on developing maturity and thick skin; life is all about how you respond to rejection, instead of trying to avoid it. Just take a deep breath, relax, and remind yourself that the worst that can happen when you try to be social is that the person doesn't want to be social back. Is that really a tragedy? It may feel like one, but in the scheme of things, someone turning you down will only be a minor setback. Have approachable body language. One simple way to be more social is to look more approachable to the people you might interact with. If you stand with an open posture, keep your hands at your sides instead of folded across your chest, and make eye contact with people when they talk to you, then you'll be much more approachable than if you were hunched over, totally absorbed in your cell phone, or fidgeting with the bottom of your sweater. If you have a positive look on your face and a friendly demeanor, then people will be much more likely to talk to you and to think you want to talk to them. You may have closed-off body language without even knowing it. If you're shy, then it's natural for you to retreat into your shell as a way of warding people off. Work on opening up your body little by little, facing people instead of turning away from them, and looking like you want people to talk to you instead of like you want to be left alone. Just making an effort of smiling more can have a huge impact. If people see you as friendly, they'll be much more likely to ask you questions or to strike up a conversation with you. Make small talk. As the saying goes, there's nothing small about small talk. You may feel like you're allergic to talking to people about the weather or the local sports team, but this is the way you can begin to develop a more serious bond and to get to know people on a deeper level. While you may want to jump right into a discussion of whether or not there's a God or about your complicated relationship with your mother, you'll need to be able to make more superficial conversation with people before you can get to a deeper level. Don't think that you're above small talk or that you have no time for it; instead, think of it as a way of moving towards truly getting to know people. Here are some pointers for making small talk: Okay, so maybe talking about the weather isn't the most exciting thing in the world. But you can use the weather to talk about more interesting topics. For example, if someone complains about how the rain has kept them cooped up all weekend, you can ask if they had time to watch something good on TV; use it as an excuse to bring up your favorite movie or TV show. If a person is wearing an unusual piece of jewelry, you can compliment it and see if there's a story behind it. Maybe it'll lead into a discussion of how that person's grandmother gave it to them, or of how that person got her Murano glass necklace in Italy, which is a place where you've been dying to go. When you make small talk, avoid asking yes or no questions that can cut a conversation short. Instead, ask questions that require a longer answer. Instead of asking, “Did you do anything fun this weekend?” you can ask, “What did you do over the weekend?” so the person has more room to talk. Avoid asking overly personal questions at first. Stick to the easy topics, such as hobbies, sports, bands, or pets, and wait for the person to open up a bit. Be interested, not interesting. You may think that the best way to be social is to make people think that you're an awesome person who they need to spend more time with. Well, this certainly couldn't hurt, but the fact of the matter is, people are much more likely to want to socialize with people who are interested in them, instead of people who are just interesting in general. While you can certainly reveal information about yourself, one way to socialize more is to show a real interest in people by asking them questions and showing that you care about their lives. Here are some things you can ask them about: Their favorite bands, sports teams, movies, or TV shows Their hobbies or interests outside of work or school Favorite places that they've traveled If they have any pets How they like the place where they live How their interview/basketball game/weekend trip was Their plans for the weekend, the summer, or the holiday break Embrace new people. People who have trouble being social are usually afraid, distrustful, or just skeptical about new people. They may think that new people have nothing to offer them and that they are better off sticking to the familiar. Well, you should think that, to new people, you are certainly worth getting to know – and that you're a new person to somebody. Instead of being skeptical of new people until they prove themselves to you, try to assume that most people have good intentions and give them the benefit of the doubt. If you approach new people as potential friends instead of potential enemies, you'll be on your way to being much more social. If you're standing around in a group and see someone you don't know, introduce yourself instead of awkwardly smiling at or looking away from that person. Everyone will be impressed by your initiative. If you see a new person who doesn't know anyone, go out of your way to make that person feel comfortable. This is a basic kindness that won't go unnoticed. Learn to read people. Another way to be social when you talk to people is to learn to read them, even when they are saying the opposite of how they feel. You should become a master at decoding body language, and should be able to tell how a person is feeling just from how that person is standing or by the look on his face when he's not talking. If someone is telling you that he's doing fine, but you can see that his eyes are puffy or that his clothes look a bit disheveled, then you may find that he actually needs a helping hand. To make conversation with people, you should go beyond the surface and try to see what the person is really trying to tell you. If you're in a group and one person is trying to back away or looking around, then he may be bored and uncomfortable and may need some help. If you're talking to someone who keeps checking the time, or shifting from foot to foot, then that person may be late or anxious; it's okay to say that you see that the person has a lot going on and that you look forward to chatting later. Reach out to your current acquaintances. You may think that you have trouble being social because you don't know a single person worth socializing with or that there's no one around who would want to hang out with you. That's where you're wrong! Your life is full of potential friends, and it's up to you to seek them out. You may not realize that the girl who sits behind you in math, the guy on your swim team, or even your neighbor, could end up being one of your best friends. Seek out people you know a little bit and ask them to grab a coffee or to hang out in a low-key setting. You'll soon be on your way to making new friends. Don't be shy. Asking someone to hang out in a low-pressure way, such as grabbing coffee or going to an interesting lecture or movie together, isn't a big deal. You're not inviting someone to prom or asking them to marry you. It's just asking for a bit of time. Think about it: is there someone in your life who seems cool, and who you're always wishing you knew a little better? What's the worst that can happen when you approach that person? Find new hobbies or interests. Another way to build connects with more people is to take up a new hobby or an interest. This can be in your school, at work, or in your community. You can take a yoga class and befriend the person on the mat next to yours. You can join a rec volleyball team and make friends with the people on your team. You can take an art class and find a few people who share your interests. The more you put yourself out there, the more likely you are to connect with people who interest you. If you spend more time doing something you care about, you are also more likely to make friends with the people around you because they'll share your interests. Even if you're just developing a passion for a new hobby, you may find someone who shares that common bond. Finding new hobbies or interests will also help you become more social simply because you'll get in the habit of stepping out of your comfort zone and putting yourself out there more, which is exactly what you need to do to be social. Offer more invitations. People who are social are always inviting people to hang out with them. You don't have to throw a huge party to extend more invitations to people. Don't be shy about asking people to hang out with you and work on thinking of something you could ask people to do with you. Just smile, extend the invitation, and make it clear that it's no big deal if the person is too busy to hang out. Here are some ways you can extend invitations for people to hang out with you: Ask someone in your class to be part of a study group with you Invite someone you know to do some work in a coffee shop with you If someone you know shares your love for a certain band or actress, invite that person to a concert or a movie Ask a coworker to step out for lunch or coffee with you Organize a happy hour at work Invite a few people over to watch a popular TV show, such as Orange is the New Black , and order some pizza Organize an informal softball, basketball, or soccer game Ask a friend to help you run a poetry reading at your home or in a coffee shop Accept more invitations. If you're worried about being social, then chances are that you're the kind of person who tends to turn down any invitations you are given. Though you shouldn't hang out with people who make you uncomfortable, you should work on giving people a chance. If someone invites you out to a study session, party, or happy hour, instead of instinctively saying no, you should give it a shot. If you really don't have a good time there, then you can always leave – no one will be forcing you to stay. Half of success in life comes from just showing up. If you're really nervous about accepting an invitation because you're not quite sure what to expect, try to ask a few questions to get the lay of the land so you feel more comfortable. If you're invited to a party, see if anyone else you know will be there. If you're invited to a concert, ask what the venue is like. If you feel like you have more of an idea of what to expect, you'll be less nervous about the opportunity. Spend more time out of the house. Though you may not wander into an instant party the second you step out of the house, you definitely won't have a chance to be more social if you're cooped up indoors. Just being outside gives you the chance to strike up a conversation or to meet someone new. Instead of studying at home, go to a coffee shop, where you might start a conversation with the person sitting next to you. Going out to grab some tea or lunch will give you the opportunity to run into someone you know, and to sit down together for a few minutes. The more time you spend out in the world, the more likely you'll be to connect with someone. Just being out in the world will help you form a habit of being around other people. The more time you spend around other people, the more you'll get used to greeting people, making small talk, and alleviating any social anxiety you may have. Also, just being out in the world, getting some sunlight and fresh air, will make you feel less isolated and more likely to connect with other people. It can be hard to socialize when you're used to being on your own. Be more involved at your workplace or school. If you want to build more connections with people, then one of the best ways to go about it is to be more involved in your workplace or your school. If you have a job, try to get involved in organizing happy hours, holiday parties, work volunteering events, or Sunday softball leagues. There should be a committee you can join or an event that you can help run, which should help you get to know more people. As far as school goes, joining the newspaper, yearbook, student council, or soccer or tennis team can also help you feel more involved and to get to know more people. Even if doing these things doesn't help you instantly make a best friend, it'll help you learn to work closely with other people, to be part of a team, and to have daily social interactions with people. You don't have to run for president if you join the student council. Start small, and join the school spirit committee or another aspect of the organization that can help you have an impact without being in the spotlight. Avoid building all of your social connections on the Internet. Okay, so if you're part of a meaningful online community where you truly exchange ideas with people who share your interests, then great. But if you're the kind of person who spends hours on Facebook, g-chat, Twitter, or other forms of social media or interaction without actually talking to anyone in person, then you may have a problem. Though having someone like your photo or posting a comment on someone's Facebook wall can bring you some momentary joy, it won't substitute having a meaningful interaction with someone in-person. In fact, socializing too much on social media can hold you back from having real interactions in person; avoid using social media as a crutch and spend more time talking to people face-to-face. You can use Facebook to be in touch with people, but make sure you message them to hang out in person, use it to invite people to real events, and generally make an effort to meet up with people outside of the Internet. Otherwise, you won't be truly socializing – you'll only be taking superficial measures to feel connected with people. Give yourself time to come out of your shell. Though building connections and learning to engage in meaningful conversation is important, you also have to know how to go beyond the surface and to really make relationships last. The key here is that this part takes time, and that even social butterflies may not make meaningful connections all the time. The important thing is that you give yourself time to open up and to come out of your shell instead of expecting that you'll have five BFFs after a month. Have patience with yourself and the people around you and know that it will take a while to build meaningful friendships. First, you may just be at the acquaintance level with someone, and after a few cups of coffee or a lunch date, you may call that person your friend. After a few months, you may start to really open up to each other, and soon enough, that person will be one of your nearest and dearest. But if you rush the relationship, it may fizzle out; instead, expect that it'll take some time to make true friends. Stay in touch with people. Another way to build meaningful social connections is to stay in touch with the people that matter to you. Sure, making small talk and going to a few parties can help you get to know people, but if you want to stay friends, you can't just fall off the grid. If you turn down three or four invitations from someone, then that person may give up on you. If you don't answer your phone or respond to text messages, then your relationships will fizzle out. However, if you make an effort to check in with your friends at least once a week, to make plans routinely, and to let people know you're thinking of them, then you'll be on your way to making real social bonds. Though you don't have to always be around, you don't want to develop a reputation for being a flake, either. If you want to build real relationships with people, then they have to feel like they can depend on you. Put dates on your calendar. Another way to make your relationships with people last is to simply force yourself to fill your calendar with social endeavors. Now, you don't have to force yourself to hang out with people every day of the week, but you should make plans at least once or twice a week so you maintain a social life. Just saying that you'll be at a party or concert and putting it on your calendar can go a long way in making you feel like your social life is developing in a meaningful way. Once the dates are down on your calendar, you've made a commitment, and it's important to stick to it. If you're having a really busy week, then see if you can combine a social situation with something you have to do. Maybe invite a friend to study for your history exam with you or ask her to join you in the weekly yoga class you've committed to. Of course, it's equally important to make time for yourself. If you're naturally introverted or have trouble being social, then you can't go from being alone all the time to hanging out with a million friends all the time without difficulty. Make sure you make time for “me time” and that you don't sacrifice it for anything. Aim for quality over quantity. You may think that being social means talking to a million people all day and all night. In reality, it's more important to be social with a few people you really care about regularly instead of filling your life with a bunch of people that don't really matter to you. Just a handful of good friends can go a long way in making you feel less alone and more outgoing. Find the people who really matter to you and commit to spending time with them. Of course, hanging out in big groups can be fun every once in a while. You can mix that up with more intimate, one-on-one sessions with the people who are close to you. Be a good listener. Another way to develop closer social bonds is to learn to truly listen to people. This means putting away your phone and other distractions when someone is talking to you, making eye contact, and not interrupting the person who is trying to tell you something. It also means remembering what the person told you so you can follow up on it later. Just sitting down with someone you care about and giving that person your time will show him or her that you're a friend who is worth keeping. If your friend is talking to you about a struggle she's having, try not to compare her life to yours too much or it'll minimize the problem. Instead, take her situation at its own face value and use your experiences to provide advice. If your friend tells you that he or she has something important coming up, then you should check in before the event happens to wish him or her luck, or ask how it went. This shows that you listen and you care. Show people how much they mean to you. Another way to go beyond the superficial social connections with people is to show them how much they really mean to you. This means taking the time to thank your friends for doing you favors or just letting that person know how much his or her friendship means to you. Though you may feel shy about letting people know how much you appreciate them, making this effort can go a long way in helping you develop long-lasting and important social bonds. You can do a favor for your friend, such as picking up coffee or lunch for her, to show how much she means to you. Don't think that thank you cards are outdated. Writing one for a friend who has helped you out can really make a difference. Give your friends love, positivity, and compliments. Tell them why they're awesome, from complimenting their sense of humor to their ability to listen.	Let go of your fear of rejection. Have approachable body language. Make small talk. Be interested, not interesting. Embrace new people. Learn to read people. Reach out to your current acquaintances. Find new hobbies or interests. Offer more invitations. Accept more invitations. Spend more time out of the house. Be more involved at your workplace or school. Avoid building all of your social connections on the Internet. Give yourself time to come out of your shell. Stay in touch with people. Put dates on your calendar. Aim for quality over quantity. Be a good listener. Show people how much they mean to you.
https://www.wikihow.com/Find-Your-Passion	How to Find Your Passion	To find your passion, ask yourself questions like, "What times have I felt the happiest in my life and why?" and "What am I proudest of accomplishing in my life so far?" Then, look for patterns in your answers to get an idea of what your passions might be. You can also write a list of all the things you've ever dreamed of doing, even if they're impractical or scary, to get a better sense of what motivates you. Additionally, think about the things you enjoy doing in your free time, like spending time in nature, being creative, or gardening, since these things can give you an idea of what you're passionate about.	Take a few minutes to think about all of the regular activities that you already participate in and write them down. This could include things like your hobbies, your work duties, or anything else that makes you happy. Pay special attention to activities that make you lose track of time since that usually means you're enjoying them. Chances are that you may already do something you're passionate about and just haven't recognized it yet. Ask your friends and family members about what things you're always talking about. If you're frequently bringing up specific activities, you have a spark of passion on that topic. Keep in mind aspects of your career that you find rewarding as well. For example, if you like training new employees, your passion may be in educating or working with other people. If you're looking for your career passion, think about your daily duties that bring you the most joy, such as giving as presentation or training a new employee. Think about the jobs you've loved and hated the most so you recognize what careers to go after and which paths to avoid. Values are your core beliefs that make you feel satisfied in life and become a part of your personality. When you want to discover your passion, finding something that aligns with your values will make you feel happier and more fulfilled. Brainstorm all of the things that are important in your life so you can find activities, hobbies, or careers that align with them. Some examples of things you may value include loyalty, creativity, compassion, family, or dependability. If you have trouble thinking of things you value, list a few people that you admire and think about what values they follow. For example, you may admire your partner for being a good listener or your friend for their honesty. Consider what problems you want to solve and the people you'd like to help the most if you're searching for a career you're passionate about. It also helps to think about what outcomes from a job you're looking forward to. For example, if you're passionate about becoming an author, you may be looking forward to the recognition and sharing your specific views. If you’re naturally good at something or worked to develop a skill set, it may be a clue that you’re actually passionate about it. Brainstorm the things that you're talented in, such as photography, public speaking, or playing an instrument. Even if you don't think you have a talent, pay attention to when others compliment you on something even when you don't think it's good. You may not have noticed that you're even more talented than you think. Remember you don't have to be good at something to be passionate about it. For example, you can still have a passion for playing basketball even if you don't make every shot. As long as you enjoy doing the activity, you can still be passionate about it. While not all of your interests will align perfectly, they may be connected by a deeper passion you may not have noticed at first. Consider the books you enjoy reading, hobbies that excite you, and items you spend time and money on to see if they have any similarities. Are they all about a specific subject or do they share any recurring concepts? If they do, they could help point you toward what you're truly passionate about. For example, if you gravitate toward books about planets and enjoy stargazing, you may be passionate about astronomy and space. Now that you’ve listed the things you’re interested in, choose the ones that feel the most important to you right now. While you can always come back to other interests later, the ones that you're most excited about are usually going to be the things that you're the most passionate for. While it can be tempting to try all of your interests, pursuing too many can get stressful and tiring. You may also not see yourself improve in certain areas if you're splitting up your time between too many things. You can also narrow down job searches by looking at the duties of each career path you're considering. Read about what tasks they involve and what your day-to-day life would look like. As you grow up, you may feel like your childhood dreams weren’t rational and stopped pursuing those interests. Think about the activities you enjoyed doing as a child but didn't continue when you got older. Maybe you loved writing stories, doodling in a sketchbook, or playing sports. Try incorporating those activities back into your life to see if you still get the same kind of enjoyment from them. Ask yourself what your younger self would think of you now. Are you still doing things that were important to you and that you enjoyed back then? We all have things we dream of doing, but there’s nothing stopping you from pursuing those activities. Even if you're afraid or uncomfortable with the activity at first, you'll never know if you're really passionate about it until you try it out. Open yourself up to new opportunities so you can maybe find something you didn't even know you liked. Make a list of experiences or activities you have a slight interest in and find ways to expose yourself to them. Beware of staying closed-minded and not pursuing things just because they make you uncomfortable. If you don't approach things with an open mind, you may be shutting yourself off from things you're passionate about. Be open to explore new career paths. Check online for open positions and read the job descriptions thoroughly to see if they align with your passions. Even if you have a slight interest in something, finding someone who can help guide and mentor you can help you learn even more. Reach out to other people that have similar interests as you and have spent a little more time than you in the area you want to pursue. Ask them questions and hold discussions about the activity so you develop a good repertoire with them. As you get more involved, your mentors may be able to help grow your passion even more. Mentors can be anyone, like professional connections, coaches, friends, or even family members. It can be really easy to feel pessimistic when you need to complete an activity you’re dreading, but that will only put you in a negative mindset. Even when you're doing something you don't enjoy, approach it as a learning opportunity with an open mind. You'll never know if you'll discover something that you're passionate about if you don't have any enthusiasm for it. For example, even though yard work feels like a chore, you may find out you actually enjoy gardening or learning about the native plant life. The C.L.E.A.R. path breaks down ways to recognize when you're developing a deeper passion for a hobby. Passion starts when you're Curious about something because it captures your attention. If you want to keep pursuing it, you'll start Learning so you can get a better understanding of what it entails. As you get more Enthusiasm , you'll want to really get involved with the experiences. Eventually, you'll become Aware and make a deeper commitment to the activity, such as buying gear or setting aside more time to do it. As you continue down the path, people will start Recognizing your passion because it stands out. While you may say you’re passionate about something, you won’t feel that burning desire unless you set time aside to develop those interests. Schedule time every week where you can focus on your hobbies and interests to develop them more. As you learn more about the activity and gain a deeper appreciation for it, you'll feel more involved and your passion will continue to grow. Finding your passion is a great step, but it will take time for it to develop even further. Try to find a class or coach related to your passion so you have someone to hold you accountable for it. Look for ways to eliminate time-wasters from your schedule. For example, you can spend less time looking at social media so you can dedicate it to your passion. There will be a few pitfalls as you get deeper into your passion, but don’t let those discourage you. Even if you aren't naturally good at something you're passionate about, keep pursuing them and working through the hardships so you can improve and get better. Passions take time and dedication, so make sure you spend time doing the work and use any failures as learning experiences going forward. For example, filmmaker Steven Spielberg was rejected from film school 3 times and still ended up making hit movies like Jaws , Jurassic Park , and Saving Private Ryan. Walt Disney was told multiple times that he lacked imagination before he formed his animation company. While it's important to persevere, it's also important to recognize when to stop pursuing something. If you aren't getting the same level of enjoyment that you were before, then it may be time to move onto something different. It can be really easy to get into a comfortable place, but that could prevent you from developing your passion even further. If there are new experiences you want to try, break out of your comfort zone and continue to learn. Try saying “yes” to things more often or doing something new that you haven't tried before so you can push yourself. Try switching up your daily routine each day so you can experience something slightly different each day. Move toward things you're afraid of. For example, if you're passionate about art but scared to work with paints, buy yourself a small paint set and try to make a small piece of art every day to practice. Even though it will seem difficult at first, it will be more rewarding and fulfilling knowing that you're pursuing what you love.	Take a few minutes to think about all of the regular activities that you already participate in and write them down. Values are your core beliefs that make you feel satisfied in life and become a part of your personality. If you’re naturally good at something or worked to develop a skill set, it may be a clue that you’re actually passionate about it. While not all of your interests will align perfectly, they may be connected by a deeper passion you may not have noticed at first. Now that you’ve listed the things you’re interested in, choose the ones that feel the most important to you right now. As you grow up, you may feel like your childhood dreams weren’t rational and stopped pursuing those interests. We all have things we dream of doing, but there’s nothing stopping you from pursuing those activities. Even if you have a slight interest in something, finding someone who can help guide and mentor you can help you learn even more. It can be really easy to feel pessimistic when you need to complete an activity you’re dreading, but that will only put you in a negative mindset. The C.L.E.A.R. While you may say you’re passionate about something, you won’t feel that burning desire unless you set time aside to develop those interests. There will be a few pitfalls as you get deeper into your passion, but don’t let those discourage you. It can be really easy to get into a comfortable place, but that could prevent you from developing your passion even further.
https://www.wikihow.com/Get-Your-Crush-to-Kiss-You	How to Get Your Crush to Kiss You	To get your crush to kiss you, you'll want to get them alone and spark some chemistry between you. Ask your crush to hang out with you so you can have some time alone. When you hang out, have fun and try to get to know them better. Flirt with them a bit by complimenting them, making eye contact, and joking around. When you feel like there's some chemistry between you, ask if they want to kiss you. Or, try something like asking them if they've kissed someone before, and if they say no, ask if they'd like to. Don't worry if you feel a bit shy. Everyone does at first!	Say hello. If your crush doesn't know you exist, try introducing yourself. If you're in a class together, you can use that as an excuse to start talking to your crush. For instance, say you have history class together. You could say, "Hi, I'm Janie. We're in history together. What did you think of that boring lesson Mrs. Johnson gave the other day?" or "Hi, I'm John. I sit across from you in math. I was wondering if I could borrow your notes for the last class." Try to hang out with the person. See if you can get the person to spend time with you. If you're able to hang out more, you may be able to make friends with the person. Start with hanging out at school first. Maybe you can eat lunch together or spend some time together in the library. Get them talking about themselves. One way to get to know a person is to let them talk about themselves. Question them about their lives, such as asking them about their favorite color, their family, or their favorite books and movies. It's important to listen to the answers, too. That is, pay attention to what's being said. One way you can show you're listening is by making comments on what the person is saying or asking related questions. Make him or her laugh. One way to build a friendship is to laugh and have fun together. Share a book of your favorite jokes with the person or giggle together over a silly picture. Having fun together can bring you closer. Be nice to him or her. Lend the person your book when she asks. Bring an extra cookie to school for him when you make some for yourself. Offer to take down notes if she's going to be gone for the day. Little kindnesses like these go a long way towards building a friendship. Offer the person a compliment. Compliments let the other person know that you've noticed his or her best qualities. Plus, a compliment will make the person feel good, and he or she will associate those good feelings with you. Don't just limit yourself to compliments about the person's appearance. For instance, maybe you've noticed how smart she is or that he's a sharp dresser. Just make sure your compliment is sincere and tailored to the person you're addressing. For instance, you could say, "You always seem to have the right answer in math class. You are so smart!" Ask if you can talk or hang out outside of school. You can use an upcoming event as an excuse. Maybe someone's having a party or your school is throwing a big dance. Consider asking your crush if you can go together. You could say, "Hey, did you see that dance the school's having? It may be dumb, but I kind of want to go. Do you want to go with me?" Imply you'd like to hang out. If you're too embarrassed to ask the person outright, try implying that you want to hang out. For instance, you could say that you really want to go see a new movie, which kind of encourages the other person to say he or she would like to see it, too. Then you can suggest you see it together. Express your feelings. Tell the person that you like him or her. While it can be difficult to do, it's the best way to gauge the person's feelings. In fact, it's the easiest way to move the relationship forward. For instance, you could say, "We've been hanging out for a while, and I really enjoy being with you. I think I'm starting to like you as more than a friend. What are your thoughts on that?" Be ready for rejection. That is, your friend may say that she doesn't see you that way. She has a right to her feelings. Oftentimes, you can continue on with your friendship. Other times, it may become too awkward. Still, it's important to ask if you want the person to be your boyfriend or girlfriend. Know it's okay to be embarrassed. Everyone gets a little embarrassed when it comes to love and crushes. It's okay to feel a bit shy when you're asking someone to hang out with you or be your boyfriend or girlfriend. Talk about it with the person. If you're already together as a couple, kissing may seem like the next natural step. However, everyone moves at different speeds. While you may be ready for it, your boyfriend or girlfriend may not be ready. Talk to him or her about how she feels about kissing. As an example, you could say, "I like it when we hold hands. How do you feel about kissing me?" Ask if you can start kissing. Simply asking is the quickest way to move forward, plus it means you have consent. Consent is just a fancy way of saying the person gives you permission to kiss him or her. Basically, you're just asking the person if you can kiss him or her, or if you're trying to be kissed, you're giving the person permission to kiss you. For instance, you can say, "Can we kiss?" or "Would you like to kiss me?" You could also say, "I'd like for you to kiss me if you'd like to." Consent is especially important as you start wanting to get closer to another person. Every person has a right to say what happens to his or her own body. In other words, if you just up and kiss someone, you haven't given him a chance to say how much he or she wants to kiss you, and that "yes" is essential. Maybe he or she isn't quite ready for kissing, so for now, he or she may say "no." Kiss away. Once you both have agreed to kissing, have fun. Just be sure to talk again if you want to move on to something heavier.	Say hello. Try to hang out with the person. Get them talking about themselves. Make him or her laugh. Be nice to him or her. Offer the person a compliment. Ask if you can talk or hang out outside of school. Imply you'd like to hang out. Express your feelings. Know it's okay to be embarrassed. Talk about it with the person. Ask if you can start kissing. Kiss away.