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2,400 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Program Lego's NXT Mindstorm | xxx | If this is for a resume or cover letter, review the job description(s) to see what they require. Do you have experience using the software they list? Don't worry too much if your computer skills are not exactly what they list, but come as close as you can. It is possible to learn new software on the job. It's easiest to learn programs that are similar to ones you already know. Knowing one spreadsheet makes it easier to learn another. | Everyone has different methods that help them learn. Some learn visually, while others may like writing definitions repeatedly. Try a variety of different methods until you find one that works for you. | If you are completely new to computer programming, you should begin by leaning about C++ and how to use programming software before you try carrying out these instructions. Learning how to write this program will come as little benefit to you if all you do is copy it down as written. | The best way to learn to program, especially with your robot, is to experiment. If you want to know what a certain operation does, try it out! Keep note of what you learn and use it later in your programs. | 3 |
2,401 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Plan a Wedding Reception | xxx | Don't go overboard on reception decorations. The event is already filled with food, dancing, and the excitement of the newlyweds. | Try to keep your bridal party out of the reception hall, otherwise someone will have to track everyone down to line up. Having them comfortably assembled in a designated area helps the MC start the evening's events on time. | Don't be afraid to put some effort into planning and celebrating your elopement. This is your and your partner's special day. Have some fun, and don't be afraid to splurge a little on dinner or a honeymoon if you can. | Try not to stress too much about the decorations. People will be excited to see their friends and will enjoy celebrating, regardless of how the decorations look. | 0 |
2,402 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Stay Organized at School (for Girls) | xxx | Try holding a book swap to trade used books with your friends and family. | Buy books and CDs that teach Cantonese. | Sell your textbooks as early as you can. | Every week or so, do a backpack check. Organize and throw away unnecessary papers. | 3 |
2,403 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Avoid Annoying Other Drivers | xxx | If you are planning to get a rental car, either have a little knowledge of directions or have a habit of pulling to the side of the road. Tourists are known to make sudden stops or go under the speed limit dramatically to find their way around. | Practicing defensive driving is critical anytime you're hauling a trail, even one that's been loaded properly. Observe the speed limit at all times, reduce your speed around curves, and watch out for other vehicles while you're on the road. | Pay close attention to speed limit signs. When you're unsure of the speed, slow down to at least the speed other cars are going. Going a little slower than them is a good way to avoid trouble. | Don't panic. It is important to drive safely, as traffic crashes are the greatest annoyance of all. If you are not comfortable driving at high speeds, drive more slowly and avoid highways. Stay in the right lane and use cruise control, if your vehicle is so equipped. | 3 |
2,404 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make an Avatar | xxx | You can download additional software to help increase the functionality of your printer. The VueScan Canon MX410 Scanner Driver allows you to adjust your documents and photos in detail before you save it. | If you want to customize your photos with filters and other effects, you can edit pictures as you upload them. | Search online for free sample templates which allow you to fill in information to customize the document. This will save you a lot of time instead of creating the document from scratch. | There are a variety of online avatar creation tools that will allow you to upload and customize images without the need for editing software. | 3 |
2,405 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Take Apart a Track Bicycle | xxx | If the arm stripped out, try cutting it off with a disk grinder. The arm is not really salvageable anyways. Don't pound on it if you can avoid this, as you can cause damage/maladjustment to the crankset bearings or other other parts. Take care to avoid hitting the spindles during this step as this can affect the installation of the replacement crank arm. | Tightening screws too far can damage the material and can strip your screws or make them come loose. To avoid overtightening, use a torque screwdriver that automatically stops once your screw reaches the right torque. | Don't force the screw if it feels stuck. When you can't keep the screwdriver in place, turning the screw can strip it and make it harder to remove. | Be careful about the direction of threads on the bike. If a part is stuck and won't turn or enter the threads, double check the threading of the part. You may be turning it the wrong way, and risk damaging the threads. | 3 |
2,406 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Reduce Gluten Intake | xxx | You could also make your own gluten-free snacks. Browse an online gluten-free recipe database and look for popular snack foods. | To make your life easier, try using an app that helps you identify gluten-free foods and vegan foods. You may need to use 2 different apps. For instance, Happy Cow is an app that many vegans use to help find suitable foods and restaurants. You can also use the Gluten Free Scanner app to scan the barcode on foods and check if they're gluten free. | Check to see if there are any gluten-free bakeries in your area. They may offer some gluten-free candy or candy-like treats. | Search online for low-gluten or gluten-free recipes. You can also buy a low-gluten cookbooks for extra help. | 3 |
2,407 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get to Angel Island | xxx | Remember to check the status of your flight regularly. Make sure it is on time by calling the airline or checking online before you leave for the airport. | Be sure to check the return ferry schedules so that you can determine how you will return to the mainland before heading to Angel Island. | Research and plan transportation in advance so that you have a clear idea of how you will be getting from the airport to your hotel. | Go to the bathroom right before you board the plane. This will decrease the chances that you will have to go during the flight. | 1 |
2,408 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Deco Mesh Flowers | xxx | If you prefer, you don't necessarily have to add deco mesh to the center of the flower. You can hot glue glass or plastic gems in place to fill in the center. | Transform any silk flower bouquet by securing wrapped chocolates into the center's with foam mounting tape. This works best with flowers that have sturdy centers, such as daisies. | You don't need flowers to make your vase look decorative. Try filling it with colored marbles instead for a different style. | Decorate the chopsticks for added effect. You can paint them, or try gluing sequins or rhinestones on them as embellishments. You could even drill a small hole and thread through sparkly crystal beads or small, dainty objects that weigh very little and tie them into place. Of course, only add decorative elements to the end that doesn't get pushed through your hair. | 0 |
2,409 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Organize Office Files | xxx | If this presentation is for a business, it's a good idea to include business cards, brochures, and other contact information in the packet. Folders and binders (both custom and ready-made) can include slots for business cards so they don't get lost in a larger packet. Be certain, of course, to follow up on any contacts you receive from your presentation. | This article addresses organizing and filing physical paper copies of correspondence, bills and other materials. The principals outlined here work equally well for organizing computer files. You can develop folders and subfolders and store electronic files the same as physical papers. | Catalog archived files so that you or other people will be able to find necessary files over time. This can be as simple as naming files or folders with content name and the dates the files encompass. For example, if you're archiving business records, you might name one folder "Business files 1st quarter 1997." In larger systems, archives most likely use metadata for cataloging purposes. | Keep all medical receipts and records together in 1 file or folder. This allows easy access when addressing an insurance problem or coverage question. | 1 |
2,410 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Breed Garden Lizards | xxx | If want more eggs after the female lizard has layed eggs, you can again breed the male lizard with another female lizard. | If you are comfortable with breeding the frogs, then you can put different sexes of frogs together. If not, you can keep two females together, but two males may attack and become territorial. | The parent may come back and eat the eggs. If you have another tank available, use it for the eggs to hatch in. | To keep quails from hatching out chicks, collect the eggs more often. You should collect quail eggs once a day as quail will lay one egg each day. | 0 |
2,411 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Fix Shingles | xxx | A table saw with a tight rip-fence is very helpful for cutting both the plywood and laminate. | You can cut individual shingles out of the roof and tabs using a utility knife. Usually it's easier to replace the whole tab. | You can fix old blinds after taking them off the wall. For instance, replace slats, vanes, and broken strings. | If you want to cut laminate with a utility knife, lay it down flat so the finish is on the bottom. Make your cut with a new blade so the laminate doesn't rip. | 1 |
2,412 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Keep Your Old Phone Number | xxx | You can also call your bank that you have enrolled in your Verizon Auto Pay and request to stop the payment before the money is withdrawn. | If you have any outstanding balance or unpaid dues, your carrier cannot issue a Porting Authorization Code. Settle your account first before switching to another network. | For other network carriers, check the owner's guide or contact the respective customer service hotline to ask for the specific number to call so you can check your minutes remaining. | If your phone service plan does not include international calling, you can use a prepaid calling card. Check the details when you buy your card so that you know if you can place international calls with it and, if so, how much the call will cost per minute. | 1 |
2,413 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Clean a Trumpet | xxx | If you've tried everything you can think of to fix your speakers and they still sound distorted, it could be a hardware problem. Take them into a repair shop to have someone look at the inside. | Although you may succeed in tuning your piano yourself, you still may want to have a professional piano technician look at it once every few years. | If you're not feeling confident making these adjustments, take your bass to a guitar shop and ask them to do them for you. Watch closely to see how it's done, and if there was anything you missed before. | Take your trumpet into a music shop to have it professionally cleaned and looked over once a year. | 3 |
2,414 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get Rid of Millipedes | xxx | Geckos are active at night and climb walls and can climb windows, where they hunt insects that are attracted to light coming from inside a house, or a porch light. | Millipedes are harmless. They may be annoying, but they are helpful to the environment by eating decaying plants. | Millipedes don't bite and are not threatening to humans (save for a handful of rare species). If you take it out to interact with it, wash your hands thoroughly with soap before and after holding it to prevent introducing new bacteria and germs to its habitat. | Millipedes cannot sting, and do not bite people. | 1 |
2,415 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Easily Give Eyedrops to a Baby or Child | xxx | Some tea tree oil bottles come with a small nozzle or dropper. Some do not. If you are having troubles measuring out the drops, consider getting an eye dropper and using that. | Try not to touch the tip of the eye drop bottle with your finger, and don't touch your child's eye with the dropper to avoid reinfecting the eye when you use the dropper again. | If you do get mascara on your eyelid, carefully spin the tip of cotton swab on the spot to remove the mascara without disturbing your other eye makeup. | If you are having trouble perfecting your winged eyeliner, try taking a piece of scotch tape and placing it on your eyelid. Use this as a guide to get perfect application. | 1 |
2,416 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Treat Shock | xxx | Do not attempt to administer CPR unless you are trained to do so. | If you believe someone around you is experiencing a heart attack, initiate CPR if you have any training or experience for such. | Do not take any heart attack symptoms lightly. If you do not feel better after a few (5-10) minutes of sitting and resting, seek immediate medical assistance. | If you plan to be in a position to administer first aid regularly, consider becoming trained in CPR or another type of first-aid certification. | 0 |
2,417 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Curl Your Hair with the Instyler | xxx | Be patient. Your hair needs time and care to grow out, and stressing won't help! Remember that even if you don't like your look now, it'll grow out soon. | Curling your hair can take a little practice, especially if you're using a new tool. Don't give up! | Practice makes perfect, so don't be discouraged if your braid doesn't come out perfectly on the first try! Keep practicing, and soon braiding will become second nature. | The halo braid can take numerous attempts to get right. Although it can be frustrating, don't give up and keep trying, as eventually, you will be able to master this beautiful hairstyle! | 1 |
2,418 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Prevent Myoma | xxx | Your risk for developing myoma may drop by almost half if you've given birth to 2 or more children. However, experts aren't sure if this occurs because childbirth helps prevent fibroids or because fibroids contribute to infertility. | If you have hereditary angioedema and are planning on having children, you should discuss these plans with your doctor. This is not only because of the risk of passing the disease onto your baby but also because women with hereditary angioedema must take special precautions in order to have a safe and healthy pregnancy. | Having Polycystic Ovary Syndrome PCOS has shown to slightly elevate the chances of miscarriage. A woman who has PCOS should practice more vigilance when it comes to conceiving due to this elevated risk of miscarriage. | FSH levels naturally increase in females as they approach the age of 40. These naturally-increasing levels of FSH indicate a reduction in the ovarian reserve (meaning that fewer and fewer high quality eggs are produced). This is one of the most common causes of infertility among women over roughly age 35. | 0 |
2,419 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Write Effectively | xxx | Look up any word you hear or see that you don't know. Keep a notebook with you at all times and write down the word, if you don't have time to look it up right away. Even if you don't necessarily know how it should be spelled, Google is pretty good at helping you fix it so don't worry too much. | Thesauruses and vocabularies can be very helpful if you don't find a word that expresses your feelings or that you have to change but you don't know how. Use them when really needed. | Always proofread! If you don't, you will probably come up with grammar mistakes and spelling mistakes, and you don't want that do you? | Once you have quite a wide vocabulary, you can start translating things you see every day in your native language. You might listen to a song and as you are doing this, start thinking about the words and tenses you would need to translate this into French. The same can be said for road signs, menus or even conversations. Although this might sound tedious, sometimes you'll think of a word in your native language and realize you don't know the French equivalent. This is a good way to keep your skills up and to make sure you don't forget things. | 2 |
2,420 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Grill Filet Mignon | xxx | The best way to ensure a good marinade is to taste the marinade after you mix it. If it tastes good, it will generally work well to flavor the meat. | If desired, you can prepare a second, separate batch of the marinade and use it as a sauce or glaze. To use it as a glaze, coat grilled, pan-seared, or broiled salmon halfway through the cooking process with the mixture using a pastry brush. To use it as a sauce, thicken it on the stovetop by cooking the marinade over medium-high heat until it reduces and thickens. | To help the marinade soak into the cut better, tenderize your filet by stabbing it with a fork multiple times on either side. This will help the marinade soak further into the meat, resulting in a more tender filet. | For extra flavor, occasionally apply more marinade to the chicken while it's grilling. Simply put some marinade on a brush and then rub it along the chicken as it cooks. | 2 |
2,421 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Change a Watch Band | xxx | If the wire you choose is too thin or soft, the ends of your jump ring will pull apart. If you do not notice, you may lose your piece of jewellery, so it is always worthwhile checking your jump ring before you use it. | If the rail plugs are difficult to reinsert, use a rubber mallet to gently pound them back into position. The softer head on the mallet will prevent the possibility of denting or otherwise damaging the plugs. | If your time pointer is loose, tighten the screw holding it in place. If this still doesn't work, you might need to replace the small spring located behind the screw if it's broken or rusted. | Use the right size of spring bars to attach the watch band of your choice. Failing to use the proper sized spring bars can result in your watch band malfunctioning or not having a secure fit. | 3 |
2,422 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make a Chicken Burger | xxx | You can try a variety of different cheeses such as queso blanco, swiss, or cheddar if Monterey isn't your favorite. | For a more substantial sandwich, try adding a slice or two of your favorite cheese. Sharp white cheddar works well. | Monterey Jack goes best with chicken as opposed to the traditional Cheddar. | When making the cheese casserole, try it with a different type of cheese, such as parmesan or monterey jack. You can also use a combination of cheeses as well. Cheddar and Monterey jack are a great combo! | 2 |
2,423 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Deal With Osgood Schlatter Disease | xxx | Keep in mind that adjusting your lifestyle as well as your diet can help you fight ADHD-related depression. In addition to dietary changes, consider getting more exercise, spending more time outdoors in direct sunlight, and doing activities that you find soothing or relaxing to help with your depression. | Early recognition of symptoms and treatment will reduce amount of time needed to recover and rest from sports or other activities you enjoy. | You should rest for 48 hours between high-intensity physical exercise. This allows your body and central nervous system time to recuperate and the new skills to set in. Do exercises that are low impact or less strenuous on the day in between to keep up your training while not risking long-term fatigue. | Use preventive measures, such as reducing your exposure to triggers, getting enough sleep and reducing your stress levels, to reduce the number of headaches from which you suffer. | 1 |
2,424 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Successfully Counter Any Kick in Tae Kwon Do | xxx | If your bag stand moves around easily, try focusing on lighter strikes and using clean technique. | Learn basic moves before you attempt power moves such as headstands. | Ask your master for good counter and attack combinations. | Be careful dodging too much with the same method. A clever fighter might feint, then follow up with a real punch right where you're moving your face. | 2 |
2,425 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Establish an Estate Plan | xxx | After you retire, evaluate your budget each year and make any changes as needed. | Reassess your estate plan every five years and update it if necessary. | Keep in mind that most rebates will take a few months to arrive. | Schedule an independent audit at least 1 time per year in order to make sure your financial reports and statements are consistent and accurate. | 1 |
2,426 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Twice Baked Potatoes | xxx | The beef can be substituted for shrimp, pork, chicken, or fish. you can create your own recipe. | Purple potatoes are an excellent side dish with almost any kind of meat, especially chicken and steak. You can also serve them alongside baked, grilled, or pan-roasted fish, particularly salmon. | Sunchokes go great in any form as a side dish to complement beef, pork, chicken or seafood. | Twice-baked potatoes go great with grilled chicken, brisket, steak, pork chops and other hearty meat dishes, or can be served as an appetizer. | 3 |
2,427 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Hit the 3 Wood in Golf | xxx | Work on your timing to develop a sense of when to begin your swing. Your swing will have the most force if you wait until the ball is in deep, about even with your body. | Practice shooting free throws as much as you can. As you repeat the motion, you'll be able to make shots more consistently. | Like with everything, practice makes perfect! Be patient and work on your swing to get high shots every time. | Practice makes perfect! Don't expect to hit the perfect shot on your first attempt. Hit some practice shots to get a good feel for your swing. | 3 |
2,428 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Reset a Nook HD | xxx | In the case that your tablet is frozen, try forcing a restart. To do this, press and hold the Power button for about 20 seconds (the logo should appear on screen). | Buttons will only activate when pressed. They stay depressed for only a short time, then have to be pressed again if needed for longer use. | You can press the T button as many times you want, but don't stop holding the other keys, or it won't work. | Whenever you need to hold a button do so for at least 20 seconds. | 3 |
2,429 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get over a Cold | xxx | If you've had teeth extracted, avoid sucking too much or poking at the gum. Avoid brushing near the area. This can irritate the site, cause more bleeding, or even dislodge any stitches that might be present. | Blowing your nose can also help get water out of the inside of your ear. However, avoid doing this if you have an ear infection or if you're recovering from surgery because the pressure can be painful or cause problems inside your ear. | Blowing your nose too hard can result in a nose bleed or cause ear infections. Blow gently and use a good quality tissue to prevent irritation. | Your nose will likely be tender for several weeks after your septum has been pierced. Treat your nose tenderly when touching it to avoid irritation. | 2 |
2,430 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Learn to Speak Japanese | xxx | Label items in your house with Japanese characters and pronounce their names out loud each time you pass them. | Put a someone else's name on the package, like a neighbor or a made-up name. If your parents find it, they will hopefully not open it or not blame you. | Avoid clothes or bags with your name on the outside. Strangers can call you by your name in attempt pretend to know you. If you need to label clothes, do so on the inside where it is not visible. | Place pictures of your family on and around your computer area. Smiling pictures of loved ones can help deter you from looking at things they would frown upon. | 0 |
2,431 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Avoid Caring About What People Say | xxx | Focus on those relationships that are most important to you. Spend quality time with those people who are most important to you. | Seek out healthy relationships with people who will encourage and support you as you set boundaries with difficult people in your life. | Focus on the positive people in your life who truly care about you. | Be thankful for and grateful towards everyone in your life. Take stock of the good things and the kind people in your life, and always remember that life can be wonderful if you have the right attitude and the right support. | 2 |
2,432 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Volunteer at an Animal Shelter | xxx | While you should encourage adoption, do not pester people to adopt if they are unable to. It is important that dogs find families that are both willing and able to care for them. | Don't be afraid to ask for help. Parenting is a difficult thing to do, and it won't always be easy. If you are struggling, ask trusted friends and family members for help. For example, if you feel like you're on the edge, ask a family member if they can watch your child for an hour while you calm down. Remember that it is OK to be human. | Don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it. Your family and friends love you and want you to have the help you need. | Don't be afraid! Most animals are scared and missing their families and just need someone to love them. Open up your heart and show the neglected animals a little love, and they'll open up to you in turn. | 3 |
2,433 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Stay Hydrated | xxx | Symptoms of a serious illness could include: loss of large amounts of blood from their body, coughing up or urinating blood, difficulty breathing, fainting or loss of motor skills, twelve hours or more without being able to urinate, a day or more of being unable to drink any liquids, heavy vomiting or diarrhea that lasts more than two days, strong, continuous stomach pain, any strong continuous pain that lasts more than three days, and a high fever that cannot be brought down or lasts more than four to five days. | Nausea, weakness, stomach pains, diarrhea, and loss of appetite, are among the symptoms of an infection. Young children with a heavy infection may develop a headache, itchy buttocks, or experience sleeping problems. | There can be a number of side effects that you will experience while fasting, especially if you are a beginner. Common effects include headaches, fatigue, difficulty thinking, moodiness, stomach pain, and hunger pangs. | Learn the symptoms of dehydration: dry mouth, thirst, dark urine, cramps, muscle weakness, headaches, dizziness or light-headedness, tiredness, sunken eyes and inability to produce tears. | 3 |
2,434 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Play Left 4 Dead for Beginners | xxx | Bring along some Stimpacks or Doctor's Bags to heal broken limbs (the sentries will fire rockets and gatling lasers). | Use molotovs on swarms, pipes to clear areas of zombies. | When attacking enemy units with Warthogs, keep them moving; their speed allows them to dodge some enemy fire and many infantry units cannot shoot while moving. | Dynamite and fire bottles can be used to deal area damage to multiple foes and break down large targets, such as wagons. Throwing knives can be used for short-range stealth kills. | 1 |
2,435 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Punish a Child in the Right Way | xxx | Do not be embarrassed or afraid to discuss a possible sexually transmitted disease with your health care provider. It is essential to get yourself and your baby the care that you need, so keep in mind that health professionals are frequently confronted with such illnesses and should be well prepared to treat you effectively, quickly, and respectfully. | It is important to share the established rules and consequences regarding your child with relatives, babysitters, and other caregivers outside of the home. If the caregiver is unable or unwilling to adhere to your guidelines, then you should consider putting your child in the care of someone whose has child rearing practices and beliefs that are more similar to yours. | Commit yourself to the well-being of the child from the day the child enters your home. Advocate and find the available services for that child when they are in need. This can include individual and family counseling, parenting classes, intrusive agencies involved your life, and more. Create a support team for the child, and involve teachers, ministers, and other adults with your child. The team approach is especially important for troubled children. | You should think seriously before volunteering to be the legal guardian for children. Children need a stable home, and hopping from home to home could be more damaging to the child. You shouldn't offer yourself as a legal guardian unless you are prepared to care for the child until at least one parent is released from jail or the child reaches adulthood. | 1 |
2,436 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Remove Drywall | xxx | If you have difficulty getting your nails to go into the upholstery, you may want to use an awl to start the nail hole. Place the awl where you'll attach a nail and pound it firmly with a hammer to create a small, shallow hole. Guide holes should help when attaching nails. | An option after Step 2 is to use short drywall screws above and/or below the nails. This will ensure that the nails don't resurface. If you do this, be sure that the drywall screws dimple but don't break the drywall paper surface. | In some situations, the nails are not clearly visible. Rub the tool up and down the length of exposed stud to find remaining nails. | To check how dry your nails are, simply dab the outer corner of 1 nail with the top of your finger. If you see an impression in the polish, it is still wet. | 2 |
2,437 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Compliment Girls | xxx | Don't fake your compliments and actions. It could make him feel like you pity him if he catches on. | Don't be offended if she doesn't compliment you back. | If people tease you, just ignore them. If you're feeling particularly charitable, try to explain about the style. Do not get mad or insult them back! | If the person you are criticizing points something out to you that you could do better during your conversation, don't be offended. Let him or her know that you appreciate the feedback and will take it to heart. | 1 |
2,438 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Be An International Lawyer | xxx | Join a professional organization that specializes in the teaching career. Be sure to get the student discount and subscribe to the journals. You will learn a lot, get ideas and inspiration, and impress people in school and job interviews if you are keeping abreast of the latest in your profession. | Give more attention to employment statistics than to whether a school offers “certificates,” “specialties” or clinics in international law. Schools can give the impression that they are international law powerhouses when, in fact, they place few students in international organizations. | Before you put yourself on the market as a candidate, reach out to the law school you graduated from. Top law schools that produce law professors typically have resources available that can help you land the position of your dreams, including mock job talks and interviews. | It is advised to complete your graduation or complete a professional course that has a degree in it so you are never underqualified for a promotion. Most companies need at least graduates for a promoted position and others need a master's or post-graduation. | 1 |
2,439 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Gooey Chocolate Cookies | xxx | You can add extra chocolate chips if you desire, and even mix up different kinds of chocolate chips to make your cookie better. | Add some chocolate chips to the cupcakes if you love chocolate. | To add flavor to any of the above recipes, mix in things like chocolate syrup, chocolate chips, chunks of candy bars, caramel, and anything else that helps you get your desired flavor. | You can always add nuts, chocolate chips, or even Smarties to the mix to make these even better! | 3 |
2,440 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Tell if an Employee Is Under Stress | xxx | Minimize stress. Pay close attention to signs that the animals are stressed, whether from overcrowding, environmental conditions, or other factors. Stressed animals are more likely to get sick. | Although not all individuals display the same signs of stress, you can usually tell if an employee is under stress if they display some of the signs. | Everyone experiences anxiety, but there's a difference between being stressed and experiencing overwhelming panic or fear. Only a mental health professional can diagnose anxiety disorders, so avoid labeling someone who hasn't received an accurate diagnosis. | Remember that everyone has bad days, so a few isolated incidents of someone acting passive-aggressive at work is not a cause for alarm. Instead, look for a repeated history of behavior over weeks. This indicates that the employee has a habit of passive-aggression. | 1 |
2,441 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Become a Freelance Photographer | xxx | Give yourself plenty of time so that the finished product doesn't look sloppy or rushed. The night before you have to have your report card signed and returned isn't the best time to start making alterations. | You'll want to keep a careful schedule of your freelance assignments. There's nothing worse than overbooking and having to disappoint a client. | Punctuality is an important part of every job, but some employers take it more seriously than others. If your company has a strict tardiness policy, you should plan on getting in touch regardless of how late you're going to be. | If you're starting a job that requires night shifts, let your boss know that you're in the process of adjusting your sleep schedule so he doesn't think you're lazy. | 1 |
2,442 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Extend the Battery Life of an iPad | xxx | Screen savers can cut down on your battery consumption when your computer has to be on for long periods of time. | Contrary to popular belief, shutting off the iPad when not in use and turning it back on may waste even more battery life because of the energy the iPad takes up trying to boot up/shut down. | Apps in iOS don't run in the background for more than a few seconds before entering "Suspended" mode. This means that they will not drain your battery or slow down your phone. Closing apps using this method will not speed up your phone or improve your battery life. | Since the screen uses a large amount of power, turning it off when not in use will save battery life on a laptop. | 1 |
2,443 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Eat a Sweet Lime | xxx | Kumquats are in season during winter. If they are available at other times of the year, they are probably imported and may not be as fresh or juicy. | Fresh tomatoes are easiest to find in summer, as this is when they are in season. | Mandarin oranges are usually in season from November to January. | Sweet limes are in season during winter. | 3 |
2,444 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Fast to Lose Weight | xxx | If there is a dancing tryout, make sure you've stretched, had enough sleep and have figured out what devices you can use to remember physical movements. For example, do you connect movements to music or lyrics or do you somehow remember them naturally without a specific aid? | You do not need to do all of the warm-ups every time you run. Pick and choose the ones that help you feel ready to go. Before a short, low-intensity run, you can warm up simply by walking for a few minutes. | It takes time to feel comfortable exercising with a fitness ball, so don't expect to excel right away. Exercise routines with exercise balls involve balance, and most people take some time to adjust to a movable piece of equipment. Your stabilizer muscles will have to work to keep you balanced when you place most of your weight on the ball. | While most fasts can be performed anywhere, you may want to plan your schedule such that you're at home during a fast in case you don't feel well or lose too much energy. Some fasts are designed not to reduce your energy, but everyone will react differently to each fast so it can be hard to predict. | 3 |
2,445 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Treat Autism | xxx | Remember that autism cannot be cured, and will remain with your loved one for their lifetime. Also remember that just because someone is autistic, it makes them no less aware of what is happening. Don't treat them differently for being autistic, help them when they need it, and teach them that a disability does not lessen their worth as a human being. Instead, show them it can be as much of an advantage as a disadvantage. | Avoid seeing autism as a bad thing or something that needs to be "fixed". An autistic person is fine the way they are, they do not need to conform to neurotypical standards. | Be supportive of your child. If a learning disability exists, accept it, and make sure your child feels safe accepting it as well. Make it clear to your child that a learning disability doesn't mean that they are unintelligent. It simply means that they learn new ideas and skills differently than the majority of their peers. | Make sure they know that autism is not bad, but a great gift. If they feel down, show them a list of famous autistic people to prove that autism doesn't ruin someone but creates them. | 0 |
2,446 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Have a Sleepover on Animal Crossing | xxx | You can get non-native fruit if you ask your friends to bring their town fruit. You can sell non natives for 500 bells each! | If you get a foreign fruit, keep in mind that they are worth lots (500 bells, native 300 bells) but do NOT eat or sell the foreign fruit until you reproduce at least 2 trees (some trees die). | Trading non-native fruit to Tom Nook can give you 500 bells for each fruit, aside from regular native fruit is rewarded for 100 bells each it will help pay off your loan. | You can go to poké pelego even during the elite four challenge so you can farm Leppa berries and citrus berries. | 0 |
2,447 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Draw Using Negative and Positive Space | xxx | Try not to use too much pure black, as it can run into other paints and ruin your work. It also has a habit of staying in the paintbrush, so use a different brush for colors, whites and dark colors to stay out of risk of 'pollution.' | For this kind of art, black works best. Other colours also work. | This is just one way drawing or painting fire. It's not necessarily a style everyone should follow and the final images show you the wide range of ways for painting flames. | The brightest white fabric will also be the best canvas for any colors, but if you want a background color or want to play with negative space, use a lightly tinted material. Keep in mind though that the darker the fabric is, the harder it will be to see anything printed on it. | 1 |
2,448 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Measure for a Knee Brace | xxx | Invest in some waterproof gloves. They are available in sporting goods stores and will keep your hands warm and dry during construction. If you can't find any, have a few pairs of woolly gloves: when your hands get wet you can switch to a new pair while the soggy ones dry on a heater. | When buying knee braces, consider the cost of the brace. You may need more than 1 knee brace so that you can switch them out when you take a shower. You might also want to look for a brace that is machine washable. | To buy some time in between washes, consider purchasing an extra pair of insoles only. Then, you can wash the insoles separately as needed, while still being able to wear your shoes. | If you cannot afford or find a pair of waterproof shoes, consider spraying your work shoes or hiking boots with a waterproof solution. Doing this makes your shoes more water resistant, allowing moisture to roll right off. | 1 |
2,449 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get a Girl to Call You Back | xxx | Watch for signs that he wants to take things further. If he calls you and it goes well, send him a text later on. Set a date. Spend some time together. If he has a good time and asks for another date, keep pursuing him. | Plan to end the period of ignoring. It shouldn't go on indefinitely if you plan to live with this person. Choose a time to talk and work things out. | Give yourself some period of time for getting her to call you, say several weeks or a month. If things don't progress, accept it and move on. | If a date doesn't go well and she doesn't seem to want to talk to you, accept it may be time to move on. | 2 |
2,450 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Be the Life of a High School Party | xxx | Don't tell anyone you are trying to be cool or cute. This is something that only you need to know and work at. Others should be able to see it in the way you talk and act. | Don't go overboard. If you drop too many hints or act too self-important, people will start to get irritated. Try sticking to a few subtle hints and some basic costuming every day, instead of going for the full effect all the time. | Don't make it obvious that you are trying to impress someone, because they will notice and you'll seem fake. | Don't try too hard to be the most fun person there because people will notice if it seems like you are forcing it. | 3 |
2,451 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get a Crying Toddler to Sleep | xxx | An overtired child may behave in a bratty way just because they are sleepy and need to go to bed. Keep a bedtime routine for your child. Have your child wake up and fall asleep at the same time each night as much as possible. | When children get a little bit older, try talking to them before bed each night. Your conversations can be about anything, from the highs and lows of the day to what you are both grateful for. Ending the day with a little chat as a part of a bedtime routine can help you bond and help your child's brain and body get ready to fall asleep. | Spending time with your toddler in their room other times during the day instead of just at bedtime will help them view their bedroom in a more positive light. | Nap times are good reading times. Your child will not always have a nap time, but nap time can morph into reading time as they come of age, giving both you and your child a restful period each day even after the toddler stages. | 2 |
2,452 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Leave a Group Text on Android | xxx | If notifications become overwhelming, you can easily disable Gmail notifications from the Settings menu. | You can re-enable notifications for the calendar at any time by going back into the appropriate notification settings and tapping the grey "Allow Notifications" switch. | If you ever want to disable tweet notifications for your selected user, you can go back to their profile, tap the bell icon, tap Account notifications, and tap Off in the drop-down menu. | If you just don't want notifications from this group, disable notifications, and wait until everybody stops messaging before you delete the group thread. | 3 |
2,453 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Pitch in Slow‐Pitch Softball | xxx | You can also hit an out of the park, and that counts as a home run. | A good ball team is built around a good pitching, defense, and base hits. | Take chances. As in any sport, baseball games are often (but not always) won with aggressive play. Watch for the chance to call for a sacrifice bunt, a stolen base, a hit-and-run, or the extra base on a hit into the gap or down the line. Encourage your players to think aggressively. | Slow-pitch softball is a hitter's game, so expect to give up lots of base hits, even some home runs. | 3 |
2,454 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Paint a Steel Door | xxx | Choose a lighter color for your steel door if it is exposed to sunlight. Dark colors fade and need repainting more frequently. | Do not underestimate the effect of sunshine and fresh air in removing bad smells. Keep the smelly area as well ventilated as possible, by opening windows and turning on fans. Try putting pet beds or rugs that aren't machine washable out in direct sunlight for a few hours so the UV light can kill odor-causing microbes. However, realize that UV light can also fade colors if items are left out too long or too frequently. | Asian lady beetles are attracted to bright, light colors, like white, light grey, and yellow. If your home is especially bright, you may be inadvertently attracting the beetles. Consider repainting and covering bright exterior fixtures. | Due to the size and placement of their feathers, hummingbirds appear to be iridescent. Create this illusion on your piece by lightly applying glitter paint or glitter glue to the bird shape. Iridescent watercolors are available to purchase, but those colors tend to be very subtle, almost hard to discern unless you are really searching for them | 0 |
2,455 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Clean Tail Lights | xxx | If you notice the paint or primer bubbling or spotting as it dries, it may be a sign that you didn't sand down that area well enough. Wait for the section to dry, sand it down further, and reapply the primer or paint. | If you've got a clothing item that was already waterproof, but has lost its water resistance, use a DWR spray to re-coat it. Wax and alum may not be able to penetrate the existing waterproof layer. | If your tail lights have a protectant, sanding them down can remove it. You might have to reapply the sealant after you clean the tail lights. | If your garage door is exposed to a lot of hot sun the liquid nails or other adhesive may begin to soften and melt after a few years. Clean it off and reapply it to keep your garage insulated. | 2 |
2,456 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Convince Your Mom to Get Your Ears Pierced | xxx | Write a persuasive speech about why you should get your ears pierced. This might impress her and show your maturity. | If you're writing a persuasive speech for school or getting ready to deliver a public presentation, try out any of these strategies to make your speech more effective. | Stay focused and organize your conversation mentally. Be assertive and remember what you're there to do. Women want to know that you can talk well, make up your own sentences, and be friendly with other men. They want to see that you are assertive without being mean, pushy or unfriendly. | Take your time during the courtship to get to know the children and remember that children are easily bribed. A few small treats and favors can bear positive fruit the longer your relationship continues. If you're considerate and attentive you may find yourself winning them over without really trying. Listen to them and pay attention to their real needs and wants. Respect teens as individuals, listen to their concerns and ideas. Teens are at an age of strong passions and deep convictions, be sure to draw a line between holding your boundaries and trying to break their will to conform to your beliefs. | 0 |
2,457 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Read Faster | xxx | Don't be discouraged if it takes longer than you had hoped for you to learn how to read basic German, especially if a friend is learning at a faster pace. Learning a language takes time and patience. Some people have been exposed to multiple languages since an early age and some people are just natural language learners. Don't give up. | If your child is struggling to read a level-appropriate book, offer to take turns reading with them. For example, switch off reading 1 page at a time. This will keep your child engaged in the text without over-taxing their reading skills. | If you have the chance to be less driven by the timetable and curriculum, allow for more frequent opportunities for SOLE activities in the classroom. Children who learn to self organize their learning will soon appreciate the less directed and more open approach to discovering knowledge. In learning to digest content that might otherwise be considered too difficult for them, the children learn to assemble information in a comprehensible way so that they can convey what they have learned to others in the classroom. Any time devoted to improving such skills is time well spent. | Young children usually make mistakes when learning to read, so they need to go slowly and steadily. Don't rush this process, as it is foundational in building good, solid reading skills. If you want to teach your child to read a bit faster, do this gradually. If reading turns into torture, your child risks losing interest in it at all. When your child has a good grasp on a lot of vocabulary and already loves books, then you might consider helping with improving the reading speed with one of the suggested methods. | 3 |
2,458 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Select a Property Tax Attorney | xxx | Remember that you can fire your attorney whenever you want. | Make sure you trust the professionals you hire. | Always get a free consultation with a bankruptcy attorney even if you plan on representing yourself. | Make sure you hire a good manager. | 0 |
2,459 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Install Torch Down Roofing | xxx | All professional floor companies mix plaster or fix-all or quick-fix which all dry rock hard with a lot of water and then put in holes with a 6-inch spatula. This makes the floor level and is faster than other materials, and sticks better to the sub-floor than other materials. Do not use pre-mixed acrylic fillers because they take months to harden and will leave depressions in our floor when you walk over it. When putting down the linoleum, apply a bit of linoleum adhesive over the filler if it takes up more than 1/4th of a 1-foot square tile. | You can add additional layers of bitumen. The durability of your roof increases if you add up to 3 layers. It reduces the possibility of gaps in the bitumen. | New tile can be applied directly onto wallpaper, but it shouldn't be put on old tile. It can be put on concrete but the process can be problematic when applying grout. Grout seeps into the porous surface of concrete. | Apply a good quality waterproofing material to your foundation walls before you back fill. There are many different kinds on the market today. Water-based material is easier when it comes to clean up. Do your research. | 1 |
2,460 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get Clear Skin by Using Milk and Honey | xxx | After washing your face with warm water, rinse with cold water. Warm water opens your pores so bacteria and dirt can get into your skin which causes acne. | Wash your face with warm water before you do these steps. This will open up your pores which makes it easier to get rid of the dirt in your face. | Try washing your face gently with warm water for thirty seconds then splashing your face with cold water. This will open up your pores and prevent oily skin and breakouts. | To minimize the pain, wash your face with warm water. This will open up your eyebrow-pores and make the pain bearable. | 1 |
2,461 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Color Your Hair Without Using Hair Dye | xxx | Use a foundation brush to apply your moisturizer, followed by your foundation with the same brush. This will prevent “tide marks,” which are big, streaky-looking marks around the edges of your face and jawbone. Remember to apply it consistently and cover areas you dislike the most. Also, because of the moisture, your foundation will not be sucked up by your face, leaving it visible for longer. | Give your eggs some shine by spraying them with a clear, acrylic sealer. This is only recommended for hallow or blown-out eggs, however. | Use white-colored conditioner when possible. A tinted conditioner may affect the color. | Paint designs onto the watering can with acrylic paints, then spray it with a clear, acrylic sealer to protect the designs. | 2 |
2,462 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Deal with a Controlling Mother As a Teen Mom | xxx | Spend time with your family and show them that you care. Alice loves her family and always does what's best for them. | Remember your child needs a strong, loving and stable parent. | Remember that your mother loves you, and she probably wants the best for you and your child. | Remember that your parents love you and are just trying to protect you. | 2 |
2,463 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Organize a Kitchen Island | xxx | Before choosing a new storage method for your cookware, get rid of any pots and pans that you don't use anymore. | Consider space-saving items like stacking shelves and organizing racks to maximize the kitchen cabinet space. | Consider measuring the size of your bowls, Tupperware and other kitchen items so you know what amount those items hold. | Store all like-items together, for example your pots and pans, from biggest to smallest to maximize on storage space. | 3 |
2,464 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get a Pet Snake | xxx | It's not uncommon for a snake to not eat for a couple of weeks, but always monitor your snake's weight and be aware of potential problems that would cause your snake to not want to eat. Shedding, incorrect husbandry (ie. incorrect temperatures, not enough hiding places, etc.), holding too much, attempting to feed too often, etc. can stress, and cause your snake to go off feed. | If your baby is very young, say less than 12 weeks (3 months) old, don't be afraid to pick him up if he starts crying. Babies in those early stages need responsive parents, and you certainly won't spoil him if you do it. | If you do see a coral snake, don't panic. Snakes are always more scared of you than you are from them. While coral snakes are poisonous, they usually do not bite. | If getting a snake soon after its birth, be sure to handle it regularly so it will become tame. Baby snakes are more shy than adult snakes, so if the snake is nervous at first, don't give up. | 3 |
2,465 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Use Proper Capitalization | xxx | Remember: The shorter the sentence, the more it is understood. Most novice writers want to embellish letters with pleasantries, but in any business letter, it is better to be as concise as possible. When you proof read your letter, be ruthless in cutting out words and/or rewording long phrases. | Try to avoid rereading, as you may be rereading because of low confidence in your comprehension. | Remember to proofread. Eliminate typos, dropped words, and other errors so that your letter will appear professional. Ask a friend to review the letter for you, or read it backwards, starting with the last sentence. | Try paying attention to capitalization when you read. This will help you to see a variety of different situations when capitalization is necessary. However, keep in mind that there are some authors, writers, poets (like e. e. cummings) who reject the conventions of normal capitalization. | 3 |
2,466 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Look Like a Celebrity | xxx | If you blog is about a certain metropolitan area, come up with clever ways to create interest outside the internet. Try making stickers to leave at the corner store, or your local coffee shop. | If you are having troubles coming up with a phrase for your poster, try to use an existing one, or look online for other posters people have created. You can also base your poster off of something you like, such as a hobby, character, or food. | If there is a single celebrity you are trying to emulate, look at photos of this person on the web for some more specific ideas. | Finding a photo of some random guy online will help you describe your imaginary boyfriend. This will be useful in showing your friends what he looks like as well. Make sure the photo is not of someone well-known or famous, and preferably not on the first page of Google Images. | 2 |
2,467 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Light a Charcoal Grill | xxx | Make sure to clear the spray can nozzle after use by holding the can upside down and spraying for a few seconds. | To avoid using a roller all together, try spraying your walls with a spray gun instead. | Remember to clean your grill thoroughly after use. | Remember to clear out a spray gun after use. | 2 |
2,468 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Inflate an AeroBed | xxx | Many supermarkets sell vacuum bags that are real space savers. Having trouble fitting the bedding and afraid it will get dirty? Buy a big vacuum bag, fill it to bursting, then suck out all the air using a regular household vacuum cleaner with a hose attachment, and presto! Your bulky bag is small and neat (be careful--it will still weigh the same). | Any time you transport or set the refrigerator on its side, you should allow it to remain in an upright position for a day or more prior to applying power. This time will to allow refrigerant oil to return to the compressor from heat exchanger tubes. | Also be sure, when inserting the funnel into whatever container you're trying to fill, to make a small "dent" in the foil, right where the foil meets the neck of the container. If you don't make this "little dent", air has no way of escaping the container as it's being filled, and can greatly increase the time it takes to fill your container. | After using your AeroBed bed, make sure to stash it away in its bag again, after using the compressor to deflate it. If the bag to the bed is lost, you may use a Space Bag to store your product away, but don't compress the air in the space bag too much. | 3 |
2,469 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Clean Above Ground Pool | xxx | If you can work it into your routine, try to wipe down your stovetop at the end of every day. This will hopefully keep it super clean and make it easier to do a deep clean when it's needed. | Practicing regular pool maintenance is the only way to keep your above ground pool clean. It helps to create a cleaning schedule with all of the tasks that you must complete each week, so you don't forget any of the steps. | Wear them once or twice in a long hot shower. You'll save money on cleaning products because the shampoo, soap and other products used while taking a shower will help clean them. You'll avoid a lot of scrubbing work by just having your feet provide the friction necessary to raise the dirt off the shoe. | All of these parts of cleaning oneself can be hard to remember. It's useful to write a quick checklist of things you need to clean each day. Before too long, you'll be able to remember the routine without having to rely on the sheet of paper. | 1 |
2,470 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Create a Paper Person | xxx | Make a list about them: their personality, eye color, hair color and every other detail, so you can imagine what they look like. | You can totally make your person look like a cartoon, book, or movie character. Look up reference photos, then make their eyes, hair, and clothing the right colors. | Make a list of your favorite movie villains and evil characters, and then study their looks and mannerisms. This should give you inspiration and help you look evil in a way that is unique to you. | Make weird characters! Dress mini-figures so their outfits clash. Try giving a beard or mustache to someone who is obviously a girl. Be creative! | 1 |
2,471 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Check a California Real Estate Broker's License | xxx | As an administrator or executor, your knowledge of distribution laws might be limited. If so, do not be intimidated by your task. A lot of individuals, like you, might simply be family members or friends willing to help. If you have questions about your duties, contact a lawyer. You can find good lawyers by getting in touch with your state bar's lawyer referral service. After answering a few general questions, you will be put in touch with a number of qualified candidates. While you need to consider the cost of hiring an attorney, it should not be your main concern. In most cases, legal fees will be paid by the trust or estate you are helping administer. | As with any legal transaction, you may want to enlist the aid of a real estate attorney if you are looking to buy a property through a short sale. An attorney can help you understand the procedures and help you complete all the paperwork properly so you maximize your best deal. | You might want to sue a real estate broker if they financially harmed you. For example, the broker might have lied to you, which caused you to buy the home. Consult with an attorney to discuss your options. The state's Bureau of Real Estate cannot get money for you. | Consider getting legal help in this matter. You want to be sure you own the car free and clear of any bank lien once you pay the seller. An attorney or legal advisor can help you make sure you are protected. | 2 |
2,472 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Use a Baby Bath Tub | xxx | Use a cotton pad saturated in some saline solution to wipe your cat's eyes. You can buy it at your local pet supply store. Be sure to do this every day. Hygiene is very important not just for cosmetic reasons, but also to prevent infections. | Check the manufacturer's recommendations included with your humidifier to learn how best to clean it. | If you're giving your cat a bath because you need to use a medicated shampoo, be sure to read the instructions ahead of time. Some medicated shampoo needs to stay on your cat's fur for a certain period of time before being rinsed off. | You should read the manufacturer's instructions before using your baby bath tub. | 3 |
2,473 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make an Avocado Mask | xxx | If you want to go further, lie down for about 15 minutes with cucumber slices or cold tea bags over your eyes. The tannin helps to tone up the area around your eyes and make them look clearer. | Put some cucumber slices over your eyes while the mask is soaking. The coolness from the cucumber reduces puffiness. | Put two slices of cucumber over your eyes after you apply the mask soothe puffy under eye circles. | If your slime is too slimy even after adding more toothpaste, add a teaspoon (5 g) or so of flour or cornstarch to dry it out. | 1 |
2,474 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Relieve Back Pain from Scoliosis | xxx | Make sure that you follow up with your doctor after you have been treated for cellulitis. In severe cases, you may even need to see a specialist, such as an infectious disease doctor. | Make sure that you follow your pediatrician's instructions for treating your child's diarrhea. If there is no improvement or if you see any of the warning signs, get your child to the doctor right away. | If your child has been diagnosed with scoliosis, make sure that he or she goes to see the doctor at least every six months check up on the progression of the disease. | If you notice any of the above-mentioned symptoms, make an appointment with your family doctor or diabetes specialist to have them checked out. | 2 |
2,475 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Know when You Need a Tetanus Shot | xxx | It is a good idea for all members of your hiking party to carry a medical identification card. This card should state their name, blood type, any known allergies, any medications or medical conditions, and emergency contact information. Laminate the card to make it last longer. | You will need a negative COVID test unless you were vaccinated in the US. If you were vaccinated, you'll need to upload a copy to Hawaii's Safe Travels website, and bring a physical copy of the card with you. | These days, more people are seeing their doctors remotely through video calls, but may labs still require a paper hardcopy of a requisition. If you're getting a blood test, make sure the lab will accept a printed requisition from your doctor, or ask your doctor to send your requisition from the lab. | The date of your last tetanus booster should be found in your immunization records at your doctor's office. Some people carry a personalized card verifying their dates of immunization, which you can get from your doctor. | 3 |
2,476 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Carry a Toddler | xxx | Keep in mind that your toddler will usually tell you if they're uncomfortable in a certain position. | Keep in mind that babies develop differently. Don't worry if your baby starts sitting later than another baby. If you are concerned about your baby's development, then talk with your pediatrician. | Keep in mind that younger siblings may not be as mature as you are, and try to be patient with them. More than likely, they'll get less annoying as they get older. | Even if you're not used to comforting a girl during her period, remember that periods are natural and normal. She may already feel a little insecure about opening up to you about it, so try your best to be respectful. | 0 |
2,477 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Draw a Cartoon | xxx | Be creative when painting it, and if you don't like it you can sand it down and paint it again | Draw outlines in pencil first. That way if you don't like it you can always go back and change it. | Draw softly so if you make a mistake, it will not show. After you are happy with the picture, you can accent the lines more forcefully. If you are drawing something a bit complex, do a very light sketch on your paper before you start. This will allow you to get a sense of the shapes involved. Then when you got the light sketch you like, draw over it and add the details. | Use black paper and cut out white shapes if you don't like drawing for the simple technique. | 1 |
2,478 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Be a Birdwatcher | xxx | Make sure everything is dry before you fill your flowerpot with dirt and a plant. | Sift through the leaves carefully as you wash them to make sure there are no grasses or other weeds mixed in. | Leave seeds in a glass of water for a while to germinate before you plant. | Sprinkle some bird seeds around the area you are in. | 3 |
2,479 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Maintain a Pistol (Handgun) | xxx | If the new part doesn't have a reservoir installed, you will need to reuse the old one. Drain as much of the fluid as you can. If you want to clean any brake parts, use only denatured alcohol or brake cleaner. Petroleum based cleaners or water will wreck the seals. | Deodorize your shoe's insides after you have cleaned the exterior. Sprinkle the insides with an absorbent powder like baking soda and let the powder sit for several hours. This will absorb the dirt, moisture, and odors trapped inside your Sperrys. Dump the powder out afterwards and use a vacuum hose to remove any residue. | If you use lead bullets, you may need to soak your barrel in solvent (if it hasn't been cleaned thoroughly in a while). Either submerge it in skin-safe solvent or get barrel plugs to seal the ends of the barrel while it is filled with solvent. | To test whether it's safe to spot clean a certain type of leather with water, find an inconspicuous spot on the jacket to rub in a few drops. If the water beads on the leather, it should be able to withstand being wiped down with a wet towel. If the water absorbs into the leather, have it dry cleaned to be on the safe side. | 2 |
2,480 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Anticipate Others' Needs | xxx | Any little kid crying with no sign of an adult around needs help. | Some situations may require you to seek help before anything else. For example, if your teen is involved in any sort of self-mutilation, it is important to get help immediately! | Don't take it personally when your baby cries—you're both learning how to respond to each other and crying might just be a sign that your baby needs something or wants to snuggle with you. | Have someone help. Maybe an adult or a sibling. Two hands are better than one. | 0 |
2,481 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make a Candle With Essential Oils | xxx | Yeast for making alcohols will not produce methanol. But other bacteria in the air and environment may contaminate the batch (although they are not common in all regions). A clean working environment, sterile gloves and containers for source materials, and pure source materials are essential to ensuring the safety of the batch. Thorough cleaning of the still (even dry sterilization) between uses is essential. Professional production may go so far as to replace the air in the still and aging vat with nitrogen (inert, and a flame retardant) to further limit risks — but this is not a cheap or easy thing to do at home. Tossing the early part of the batch has more to do with getting rid of unwanted flavors, but in professional settings this is still lost (in fact considerably more is lost) through safe preheating near but not up to the boiling point of ethanol (~80% .. about 60C) while still in the aging tank (and open to air to allow the material to escape). | To test if an oil is pure, put a drop on a piece of construction paper. If it evaporates pretty quickly, leaving no ring, it's pure. There are a few exceptions, though. This test won't work with myrrh, patchouli and absolutes, which are also oils extracted from plants but through a chemical process in which trace solvents remain. | There will still be some loss of fragrance due to heat of the wax. This is unavoidable because the wax must be melted in order to mix in the oil. | You may wish to put a layer of wax paper between the jar and the jar lid before you screw them together, to prevent the rubber or other materials on the lid from affecting the scent of the oil. | 2 |
2,482 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Practice Airplane Etiquette | xxx | If you're doing a walking challenge, use stairs instead of elevators, go for walks during lunch breaks, and walk to nearby locations instead of driving. When you drive, park a few blocks away from your destination or at the back row of a store's parking lot. | If you hope to do some shopping, you can have your purchases shipped to the park's "package holding area" near the entrance. However, remember to pick up your packages before the time that the park closes that day. | You might think that you can retrieve your boarding pass right after you book your flight. However, you won't be able to get it until you've checked in with your airline. This can typically be done 24 hours before your scheduled departure. | At the baggage claim, stand back from the carousel until you see your bag approaching, then step forward to retrieve it. | 3 |
2,483 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Do a Five Strand Braid | xxx | You should also make sure that your hair is well-brushed and free of knots before beginning your braid. | Leave your hair in braids overnight to avoid tangles. | While braiding, find a comfortable position to place the hair between your fingers. | You can add beads to the hair while braiding. | 2 |
2,484 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Document Employee Performance | xxx | Make sure your application forms are free of any errors. Consider filling in a separate copy, followed by the original form. Have it proofread by someone reliable. | Be as comprehensive as possible. Although you don't want to make your document unreadable in length or detail, it is always better to have guidelines for a specific problem or procedure than to leave employees wondering about what to do. | When you write documentation, write knowing that a third party will likely read it. Make sure your words are clear and accurate. | Patient-related documents can be deemed discoverable in a court of law. Make sure you write the medical assessment and plan documents with clarity and list only facts. Accuracy is the key here. | 2 |
2,485 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Build a Garbage Can Screen | xxx | If you're a homeowner and are planning construction at your house, meet with your contractor or architect to discuss what changes will need to be made with the landscape. If you are doing a small renovation, some trees may not be affected at all, while others may need to be protected or removed. | Review your local building ordinances or neighborhood guidelines so what what (if any) type of structures are allowed around your home's exterior. | Remember that your land must be zoned to allow construction of your home. You should confirm this fact before going ahead with any construction loan. | Select the location of your driveway carefully, considering future plans for any additions to your home or other building projects that it may interfere with. | 1 |
2,486 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get Water While Camping | xxx | A sudden drop in temperature can often indicate a nearby water source. | Changes in temperature can affect condensation, so try to keep your watches in an area with a stable climate, like the back of a closet, rather than somewhere that fluctuates a lot such as a bathroom or kitchen. | Arid, High humidity and lightning can all cause a reduction in cell signal. If the weather is dry your only option may be a rain dance. | Severe changes, especially with temperature, can cause death instantly or within 24 hours. | 0 |
2,487 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Prepare Bisibelebath | xxx | If time is a constraint for cooking, a crock pot cooker can be used in place of a large skillet. Simply add all of the ingredients in a crock pot and heat on "low". After 6 hours the jambalaya will be ready to serve. | Since the process for making sweetbreads can take more than 1 day if you soak them overnight, you can prepare the sweetbreads the night before you plan to cook them. | Breadcrumbs are a very important ingredient in making cutlets. You can make them beforehand and store them to save time when you're preparing the meal itself. | Since bisibelebath can be time-consuming, consider making parts of the dish ahead of time. For example, prep the masala and chop the vegetables the day before you plan on making the bisibelebath. | 3 |
2,488 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Blue Hawaiian Jello Shots | xxx | In place of vodka, you could also use white rum or bourbon. | The dark rum can be substituted for water, if you choose to make this without alcohol. | If you prefer, substitute tequila for the rum. | If you are old enough, enjoy pork ribs with a dark beer or glass of red wine. | 2 |
2,489 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Prevent Tinnitus | xxx | In studies, it has been demonstrated that 100 mg of nortriptyline can benefit patient with disabling tinnitus and depression. | CBT can also be used to overcome selective mutism in adults. | Elimination of caffeine and the addition of Vit E and primrose oil has also been effective in reducing breast pain. | A ketogenic diet has been shown to reduce the symptoms of epilepsy in children. | 0 |
2,490 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Apply Face Masks Correctly | xxx | Wash your face with warm water before you do these steps. This will open up your pores which makes it easier to get rid of the dirt in your face. | Try washing your face gently with warm water for thirty seconds then splashing your face with cold water. This will open up your pores and prevent oily skin and breakouts. | Splash cold water (not too cold) on your face after removing the mask. It helps close the pores and improve circulation. | To minimize the pain, wash your face with warm water. This will open up your eyebrow-pores and make the pain bearable. | 2 |
2,491 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Chocolate Cream Pie | xxx | You can also make this recipe using packaged chocolate pudding. It may not be as firm or decadent, but it will do if you are in a hurry. | If you are blending ice or frozen fruit, it is best to use a powerful blender like the NutriBullet so that your smoothie will turn out creamy and have a good consistency. | This oatmeal cookie recipe was inspired by the recipe featured on the box of Quaker oats cereal for many years. You can be creative about substituting any dried fruit in place of the raisins, or you can substitute dark or white chocolate chips. | For a tasty twist, try it with chocolate wafer cookies instead. You can also use Oreos without the filling. | 0 |
2,492 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Stay Calm Around an Ex | xxx | No matter what you do, be yourself. Don't try to be something you're not and don't try too hard to impress someone. | Don't lose hope. Be patient. But also be wise to know when it is time to leave that person behind and get on with your life. | First impressions. They say that you have 120 seconds to develop a first impression. They also say that after that it takes two weeks to change that impression. So that being said, pay close attention to how you approach people. Don't be arrogant yet be confident, don't be pushy yet be assertive. Most importantly, less is more. Don't overwhelm people, simply introduce yourself, offer your card, be on your way. | Never doubt what you say be confident and be cocky. | 1 |
2,493 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Learn Empathy | xxx | If you're really struggling to move on after breaking things off with your friend, a counselor or therapist may be able to help you better cope with it. Reach out for help if you need it. You don't have to struggle alone. | If you're struggling, make an appointment to see a professional counselor or therapist to talk through what you're experiencing. | If you're having trouble working through your emotions, a mental health professional may be able to help. | If you're concerned that you lack empathy, talk to a therapist who can help you understand what's going on. | 3 |
2,494 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Deadhead Marigolds | xxx | Dwarf crepe myrtles can be grown in individual containers, box planters, or even the same beds as your perennial flowers. | Grow geraniums by themselves in containers or mix them in with other plants to make garden containers. Geranium flowers blend well with lots of other plants. | You can grow marigolds in the ground or in containers. | You can also grow sunflowers in large pots if you choose a dwarf variety. | 2 |
2,495 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Solve Related Rates in Calculus | xxx | You can also take the third derivative of a function, set that to zero, and find the inflection points that way. However, taking such derivatives with more complicated expressions is often not desirable. | To find acceleration (the change in velocity over time), use the method in part one to get a derivative equation for your displacement function. Then, take another derivative, this time of your derivative equation. This will give you an equation for finding acceleration at a given time - all you have to do is plug in your value for time. | When you take the derivative of the equation, make sure you do so implicitly with respect to time. | Once you've solved for any variables, remember to simplify absolute values accordingly. | 2 |
2,496 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make a Self Care Box | xxx | Be sure to bring any reminders of home that may make you feel more comfortable during the labor process, such as a picture or a stuffed animal. These things can help to distract you and make you feel more reassured during the process. | For small children, it may help to lessen their anxiety if you allow them to travel with one sentimental item from home, such as a stuffed animal. | Keep a box full of comforting things that you can pull out when you're feeling upset. For example, you could include your favorite candles or some chocolate. | If you are in recovery with a mental illness, consider putting items in your box to remind you of recovery themes, such as instructions for how to Fold a Paper Crane (a symbol of hope). | 3 |
2,497 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Create a Summer Bucket List | xxx | Don't try stuff that you have a hard time on at the gym too early. Work towards a set goal, reward yourself and set a new one. In this way, your progress becomes more tangible. When you've reached a goal, any goal, tell your friends and family - they will be proud of you, no matter what. | Think about the goals you've wanted to achieve and try completing one for a summer activity. | Keep a Diary of your goals. Mark when you began, and set a date to accomplish them by. Do this for every goal and try to always improve upon your previous time. | Remember, it's okay if you don't accomplish everything on your list. Save these goals for the next summer and try again! | 3 |
2,498 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Recover from Chikungunya | xxx | Hyaluronic acid (HA) injections of the knee might be worth exploring if you have OA. HA is a lubricant that allows joints to move smoother. | Moisturize. Moisturizing is particularly important if you regularly use solutions in which salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide is an active ingredient. Both of these chemicals dry the skin, which can cause the body to overcompensate with more oil. This often results in flare-ups. Moisturize after applying your acne treatment to prevent frustrating breakouts. | Hyaluronic acid injections of the knee are a natural alternative to corticosteroid injections. It's a lubricant commonly used in veterinary medicine that allows joints to move better. | Hydroxychloroquine and Chloroquine phosphate are disease-modifying drugs used for rheumatoid arthritis but can be effective in the case of severe arthritis in chikungunya. An x-ray may be done to confirm damage or changes to your joint cartilage. | 3 |
2,499 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Naturally Increase Metabolism | xxx | Work on getting back your normal routine slowly. Again, a sudden shift in eating, exercise, and other lifestyle changes may be too difficult to do all in one day. Take it slowly for the best results long-term. | Regular exercise and eating healthy can provide perspective on how your body changes as you lose weight. Use those changes as motivation to maintain a health regimen that works for you. | Your body needs time to adjust to new routines, so go slow when making any changes to your diet or exercise routines. | Be consistent, but not impatient. You can change the shape of your hips, but make exercise and nutrition a part of your life. It may take a while for you to notice the results. | 2 |
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