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2,500 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Put Hair Rings in Your Hair | xxx | Old Skool Vans will look good with almost anything! Try mixing and matching different items of clothing and see if you can find your own style that you like. | Try adding hair rings to a few different hairstyles to see how you like to wear them! | Take some time to mix and match the clothes in your closet to see what outfits look the best on you. If you feel comfortable and confident, other people will be sure to notice. | Try adding your camel-colored clothing to a few different outfits to see what you like. | 1 |
2,501 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Register to Vote in North Carolina | xxx | If you have been convicted of a felony or are required to register as a sex offender, consult an attorney. The process to change your name may be different. | You must be a legal resident of the state of North Carolina to vote in its elections. It's also legally required that you're at least 18 years old on or before the date of the election to vote. If you're 16 or 17, you can use the registration form to pre-register, as long as you'll be 18 by the time of the upcoming election. | You will also be prohibited from voting if you have been judged legally incapacitated to vote by a court of law. | In Oregon, you cannot vote if you are currently in prison for a felony conviction. | 1 |
2,502 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Color and Draw on Adobe Photoshop 6 | xxx | It is better to use the standard method. The counting method is just mentioned as a last resort alternative for those who just want to find Middle-C. | This algorithm can be used with any data type (this tutorial uses integers) | Coloring method 2 should be used when multiply layers can not be used. | Using layers will give better results. | 2 |
2,503 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Fire Drill Train Your Dog | xxx | If you live in a fire-prone area, see if you can sign up for alerts about the daily fire risk. This way, you can prepare for fires and take action if any start. | The best defense against a fire emergency is good preparation. | Small shelters are better in an emergency. You might not be able to start a fire and the shelter described above is heated by your own body's waste heat. | Only install tested and code-approved devices to provide the highest level of protection for your home. Boarding your home up is a good protective measure in an extreme emergency, but it is a temporary solution. | 1 |
2,504 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Brown from Primary Colors | xxx | If you are hesitant about mixing different colors together, try working with either warm colors (red, orange, and yellow) or cool colors (green, blue, and purple). | Learn how to mix all different colors of paint to create different shades and colors for your painting projects. | Test out a multitude of colors as different shades work best for different people. | Experiment with different proportions of both your primary and secondary colors and see how many different shades of brown you can create. | 3 |
2,505 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make a Power Outage Bearable | xxx | Make sure that you are in a well-lit room. Poor lighting will increase your chances of making mistakes. If your room does not have enough light, consider switching rooms or bringing in a floor lamp. | Prepare ahead of time. Go through the path you plan for your sneaking. Such as with stairs, which steps always squeak, sometimes squeak, and don't squeak so you can successfully make it down quietly. Same for doors. Practice opening them quietly. If the door to the cupboard is loud no matter what you do (or any other door) open it during the day if possible. Just be sure you're the last to do so before everyone goes to bed so they don't shut it. If your planning looks too suspicious, prepare when no one is home or inside. | When the power does fail and the lights go out leaving you in pitch black darkness, do not jump up immediately to find your flash lights. Take a minute or two to let your eyes adjust to the darkness before moving. You'll be surprised how much better you can see and you won't be as likely to hurt yourself by walking into a table, wall, door, etc. | If you do not have a specific room to use consider going outside and utilize the natural light. Make sure that the background is uncluttered and neutral, for instance a fence or a wall. | 2 |
2,506 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make a Honey and Oatmeal Face Mask | xxx | Do not eat the mask, no matter how tasty it looks. | Do not play with the piercing no matter how tempting it is. you should only touch it when cleaning | Choose fresh fish. If it smells fishy, do not buy it. | Do not eat foods during your flight that you would not ordinarily eat, or foods you know do not agree with you. Stick with simple items, like dry crackers. | 0 |
2,507 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Sew in a Zipper | xxx | If you choose a lighter cotton fabric, you can either use a fusible interfacing to give it some body, or add a lining. The simplest way to line the bag is to make 2 and then to stitch them together before making the casing for the drawstring. | This can be done without padding; see How to Make a Tote Bag. | For help with inserting an invisible zipper, see How to Sew an Invisible Zipper. | If you purchase the top and bottom sheets separately, you can buy the top sheet one bed size smaller and skip the cutting. (example: King size bottom sheet, Queen size top sheet) Just use other fabric scraps for your "tuck in" corner flaps. Bandannas would work fine too. The material will not be seen when "tucked in" anyway. | 2 |
2,508 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Shade with Colored Pencils | xxx | Try keeping areas that you want highlighted blank as you're coloring to take advantage of the natural white. | Don't use too dark a color if drawing the numbers on, or you won't see them clearly. | When you're just starting out, use a busy fabric for your backing—a solid color will show more stitching mistakes. | Try to keep your perspective lines light so you can erase them easily. | 0 |
2,509 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Store Wine | xxx | If the cork breaks while you are attempting to open the bottle, you can strain the bottle when you decant the port. There are funnels with screens at the narrow end specifically for this purpose. You can also try to pour port through a piece of muslin cloth or even nylon stockings to filter out the cork bits. | If you threw the cork away but still want to store leftover wine, secure the opening with a piece of plastic wrap and a tightly wound rubber band. | If you can't find a plastic tube, use a straw instead. Wrap some tape tightly around the balloon tail to keep it in place and ensure an airtight seal. | Once you open a package of polymer clay, store it wrapped in wax paper or in a plastic bag to keep it lint and dust-free. | 1 |
2,510 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Act Like Ron Weasley | xxx | Ed cares about a Welsh Corgi named Ein. So, you might want to carry a plush of the dog around. | A relatively similar challenge is the Monocolour Challenge. In this, you compile your team entirely of Pokémon which are the same colour according to the Pokédex (e.g. for a purple team you may have Crobat, Gengar, Koffing and so on). If you pursue this challenge, shiny Pokémon are counted as being their original colour (so if you had a shiny (Pink) Honchkrow, it would still be classed as Black since that is the colour it is listed as in the Pokédex). | The wild Pokémon in Victory Road are as follows: Machop, Mankey, Onix, and Golbat are common sights. You'll have to search a bit to find Machoke, Marowak, and Primeape. FireRed offers Arbok, and LeafGreen offers Sandslash. | Play Quidditch. Ron loves the Irish team, and the Chudley Cannons, but his favourite player is the Bulgarian seeker, Viktor Krum. | 3 |
2,511 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Help a Children's Charity | xxx | Research a charity before deciding if it's one you want to donate time or money to. | Try donating your time instead of your money. Volunteering can help protect you from having your money stolen. It can also help you test out a charity to make sure it's legitimate. After volunteering, you may feel more comfortable with donating money. | Try to avoid making donations directly to the homeless. Your money is usually better served by donating to an organization because it can stretch those dollars to help more people. | Research conservation organizations. Find out what your donation is used for, then choose an organization you trust. | 0 |
2,512 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get a Job With an Ad Agency | xxx | Operating a successful small business always means that the business owner spends much or all of his efforts working on the business rather than in it. Learn about marketing by reading books, attending seminars, watching videos and so forth. There is an amazing amount of information available at no cost. Consider subscribing to some marketing newsletters. Read those that actually give you something rather than sell you something. | Keep current by subscribing to and reading a variety of advertising magazines. | Use any opportunity to insert your page URL into things, including press releases, advertising signs, business cards, shop walls and windows, public transportation advertising, etc. Think outside the usual. | 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. | 1 |
2,513 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Ask Rich People for Money | xxx | If your party guests give you graduation gifts, make sure to write them all thank you notes. | When writing a thank-you note for a joint gift from a group of people, send each person his or her own thank-you card. | Always send a thank-you note to your donors, regardless of how much they sent you. | If you send someone a graduation announcement, that doesn't necessarily mean the person will send you a graduation gift. However, if they do, send them a handwritten thank-you note within a couple of weeks of receiving the gift. | 2 |
2,514 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Play Dough | xxx | Always wash your hands before and after handling organic materials. | Wash your hands before and after handling raw meat. | Wash your hands first before handling play dough. | Wash your hands thoroughly before handling the crab. | 2 |
2,515 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Wear a Speedo Nose Clip | xxx | Some people think short shorts are tacky. If you love short shorts, don't let others put you down. | Some people think nose clips look funny. You may feel a little weird wearing one, but don't listen to any offhand comments. | You might get compliments for this fashion, but you might also get negative remarks. Don't expect it, but be prepared. It's important that you don't care if someone does say something negative. You want to be different—so act like it. | Not everyone is comfortable with running tights. Some people even think that men shouldn't wear them in public, but ignore the criticism if you're comfortable wearing them. | 1 |
2,516 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Beaded Curtains | xxx | Start simple with your design plans. Begin by choosing your overarching style, then focus on supplementary designs and decorations afterward. | Try using an old sheet for the main panel to save on fabric cost, measuring and cutting. | Consider embroidering the fabric first before using it to make your button. | Plan out your design before making the curtain. | 3 |
2,517 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Build a Castle out of Cardboard Boxes | xxx | There's nothing wrong with buying new stuff for your desk, but that can get expensive, so don't be afraid to look for old things to recycle into something new, especially big stuff like the desk or chairs. Alternatively, buy things that are strong and durable, so they'll last for years and you won't have to replace them often. | You don't need new cardboard boxes, you can use recycled bits. | You'll have lots of excess paper that can be recycled. Go green. | If you need to buy recycled notebook paper--and sometimes blank re-used paper won't do--buy paper with the highest percentage of recycled material. | 1 |
2,518 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Clean a Contact Lens Case | xxx | To stay clean and avoid a mess, wear latex gloves while collecting your sample. | Make sure to wear disposable gloves while you clean. This keeps your hands clean and safe from any harmful bacteria during the cleanup process. | Remember to always practice safety when performing a dissection. Always wear gloves and eye goggles to protect your skin and eyes from direct contact with the specimen and the chemicals. | As you are cleaning your case, take care to ensure that the tip of your solution bottle does not touch the case or any other surface. Doing so could contaminate the solution inside. | 3 |
2,519 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Repair Teak Wood | xxx | To conceal minor scratches in finished indoor teak furniture (such as a dresser), mix 75 ml (2.5 fl oz) of olive oil and 25 ml (0.85 fl oz) of white vinegar in a small bowl. Dip a clean cloth into the mixture and gently and evenly apply it to the entire teak surface. Repeat with 1-2 more coats if needed. | You can remove mildew by using a solution of 1 cup (250 mL) of bleach and 4 quarts (4 liters) of warm water. Test the solution on a hidden part of the awning before use. | Contrary to popular belief, vinegar actually isn't a very strong disinfectant at room temperature. To ensure it will kill germs, heat 1⁄2 cup (120 mL) of 5% undiluted white vinegar to 150 °F (66 °C) in a saucepan. Carefully transfer the warm liquid to a spray bottle using a funnel. Spritz it all over the sink, faucet, and handles and let it sit on the surface for at least 60 seconds. Wipe everything clean with a paper towel. | If you are working with a delicate or thin linen fabric, start out by mixing 1⁄2 teaspoon (2.5 mL) of vinegar into your soaking solution. Vinegar can act as a bleaching agent and discolor or toughen some linen fibers. | 0 |
2,520 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Use Feature Points | xxx | If you have updated your iPhone to iOS 10, you will no longer have a Game Center app. Rather than inviting friends through the app, you will have to invite them through the game you want to play, itself. It will send the invite through the Messages app. | You will need enough Microsoft Points for any downloads that aren't free. Your download screen will give you an option to "Add Points" and if you've saved a credit card to your Xbox Live account it can charge it automatically. Otherwise sign in to the Xbox Live website using your Xbox Live account information and follow their instructions. | Do not delete the apps until you have played on/used the apps for at least two minutes. Return to the Feature Points app to check that you have received your points. | If you have the mobile app, you can save videos to view later; however, you must view them in the Stream app, since those saved videos will not be downloaded to your phone. To save videos, use the discover tab and click the cloud with an arrow pointing down icon. | 2 |
2,521 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Check for Bedbugs | xxx | If you see a round, flat bug and you're not sure if it's a tick, count the legs—adult ticks have 8 legs. | Bed bugs do not attach themselves to humans. If a bug is attached to you, it's probably a tick. | Consider letting the spiders be, unless you're sure they're venomous. Spiders help control other insects that might be more of a nuisance, like flies and mosquitoes. | Many spiders look like brown recluses but are not dangerous. Ensure you're dealing with a brown recluse by looking for a dark brown violin-shaped pattern on its body, long legs with fine hairs instead of spines, and main body that's about 1⁄2 in (1.3 cm) long. | 1 |
2,522 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Plant Vines | xxx | Never consume a part of the plant that has been treated with chemicals. | Always choose flowers that have not been sprayed or treated with chemicals. | Do not plant heartsease in an area that may have been sprayed with pesticides. The flowers themselves are non-toxic, but exposure to chemicals may make them harmful to eat, drink, or use medicinally. | Always rinse your herbs before using them or eating them. This is especially important if you have used insecticides on your herbs to keep pests away. | 0 |
2,523 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Detect Lead in Water | xxx | Contact your local water supply company and ask if there have been any problems in the supply lines if you suddenly start having brown water. | While many problems are easy fixes, it's best to call a plumber for severe leaks that threaten your home's structure, any situation that involve raw sewage, or if you can't identify the source of a leak or clogged water supply. | The Environmental Protection Agency requires all public water suppliers to notify their customers if they detect a problem with the drinking water supply. | Call your neighbors to see if they are experiencing water pressure issues, too. If they are, there may be a leak in the lines. Call the water department to report the issue. | 2 |
2,524 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Stop Shaking | xxx | Is it possible that you are cold? Put on a sweatshirt or cover up with a blanket to see if that stops your shaking. | Bring a light blanket or sweatshirt if you get cold easily. | If you are really cold, take a hot water bottle with a cover to bed with you and wear socks. Your feet should never ever be cold. | Don't try to wake up too fast because for some people that might make you dizzy, instead, sit at the edge of your bed and stretch your arms out take a few steps. Then, try to walk a little fast when you get to the bathroom, wash your face and brush your teeth. | 0 |
2,525 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Catch and Care for a Jumping Spider | xxx | Start by putting a few drops of water on its back and rewarding the hamster with treats to get it use to water. Do not force the hamster let it get used to water and always watch it and make sure its head is always above water so it won't drown. | If you put the lizard in a cage, make sure the lizard can breathe, and be sure to feed it twice a day. | Keep it in a sturdy, warm cage and feed it twice every two days. Put some twigs with leaves on it in with the spider, so it could crawl and jump on it. Keep an eye on your spider make sure it's fed properly. | Make sure that the place the bird is laying eggs is comfortable. For example, if you have made or brought a wooden box for the female to lay eggs, make sure to cover the bottom with cotton so the bird will not get hurt. | 2 |
2,526 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Proven Ways to Clean Jewelry (No Baking Soda Required!) | xxx | Avoid contact with chemicals like lotions, makeups, and perfumes, as those items can increase tarnishing. Don't spray or apply these items on your neck when you have your necklace on. | Follow the manufacturer's instructions when you're using leather cleaning products. | Try using laundry detergents that are free of dyes and perfumes that may be irritating your dogs skin. | Stick to mild cleansers unless your jewelry is really dirty. | 3 |
2,527 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Become a Citizen of Belize | xxx | Physically and financially prepare yourself for traveling on a budget. Always make sure someone back home knows where you are, that you've secured your money and travel documents, and that you are as prepared as you can be for potentially unsafe situations. It's easy to prepare yourself mentally if you've put some safeguards in place. | Opt for refundable tickets when you arrange your business travel, if at all possible. That way you have the ability to change your plans in case work or personal obligations get in the way of your scheduled flight. | When traveling, keeping your documents in order can help to avoid unnecessary delays. | Keep your company's information confidential when travelling. Practice caution when reading company documents or logging into your computer in public to avoid revealing sensitive company information to other travelers. | 2 |
2,528 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Resist the Urge to Text Your Crush | xxx | If he's ignoring you, try writing down your feelings so you can talk about them later. You could also send him a text telling him how he's making you feel, then go spend time with your friends. | Try talking to your crush in person instead of texting. If you can casually say hey while you pass by them in the halls, you might be able to get an IRL conversation going. | If you're in school trying to avoid eye contact, but they keep pushing your buttons, just do something else like doodling in journals or playing with your phone. Do not explode to them with anger, because they just want attention. | Try talking to other people first to get practice introducing yourself and starting a conversation with someone you don't know very well. You can practice a strategy and figure out how to make conversation without the pressure of being with your crush. | 1 |
2,529 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Invest in ICOs | xxx | If you are worried that the tracking link from Ebates was lost and you may not get credit, start over with a new window on the Ebates site. You can't get retroactive credit, so it's a good idea to be vigilant and speedy when making an Ebates purchase to avoid broken links. | If you missed out on the ICO period, you may still be able to buy ICO tickets. If the ICO was successful, the token will be listed on one of the cryptocurrency exchanges and you can buy tokens there. Follow the announcements for the project itself to get updates on when the token is listed and where. | If your account has been inactive for at least two years, there is a chance it has been removed from the Photobucket system. However, you are encouraged to try to recover your account if you are having trouble logging in. If, for example, you don't have access to the email you initially signed up with, you can click I can't access the email I signed up with to get into your Photobucket account another way. | When transferring cryptocurrency from one wallet or account to another, transfer a small amount first. That way, if you make a mistake and never the wrong address it won't prove too costly. | 1 |
2,530 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Be a Gothic Lolita | xxx | Dressing for your body shape can help you feel more comfortable while you're at the beach, but remember, in the end it's most important that you like and feel good in what you're wearing! If that is something different than what the style guides suggest, that is okay! | Don't always resort to wearing the same hairstyle everyday. It will eventually get boring, so switch it up a bit! | If you plan on wearing this style on a daily basis, it might be a good idea to tone it down a bit (i.e. wearing simpler accessories). | It would be advisable to practice wearing and tying the sarong before heading out, in order to get the look you want to achieve. | 2 |
2,531 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Ride a Bicycle in Jakarta | xxx | Wear clothes that you feel good in. Almost any shirt can be emo if you add skinny jeans and a black or gray hoodie. | Dress visibly. Wear clothes that are bright or wear a neon work crew vest over your dark clothes. Clip on a blinker on your back belt if you must. | If you wear a school uniform, try to hide your chest under the polo. Wear jackets or sweaters as much as possible, hoodies are good for this. Also, if you go to a private school, try to get out of wearing a skirt. Wear the boys uniform and wear boyish shoes. | If you are female and wear a school uniform, try to hide your chest under the polo. Wear jackets or sweaters as much as possible. Wear the boys' uniform and wear boyish shoes. | 1 |
2,532 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Eat Properly | xxx | A reduced-calorie eating plan that includes the right amounts of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats will also help you to lose weight. By following a balanced eating plan, you will not have to stop eating whole classes of good nutritional foods and miss the key nutrients they contain. A good start would be to choose an eating plan that includes a greater variety of foods. | An easy way to eat healthier is to focus on eating whole foods, like fruits and vegetables. Whole foods are nutritious, and they're usually low in calories. | Make sure you're eating a variety of foods on keto and not just focusing on high-fat foods. Meats, fish, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds are all important to ensure you get enough of the nutrients your body needs. | Including nutritious, minimally processed foods can be a healthy addition to your diet. Plus, many of these foods make preparing healthier meals a lot easier. | 1 |
2,533 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get Clear Skin by Using Milk and Honey | xxx | You can use these scrubs once a week. | These scrubs also work well for dry skin on your elbows. | You can use these scrubs daily. If you have sensitive skin, it might be better to limit yourself to once a week. | These face washes, masks, and scrubs are more effective in the evening before you go to bed. | 3 |
2,534 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Use Epsom Salt | xxx | Remember that Epsom salt will only improve your lawn and plants if the soil has a magnesium deficiency. If your soil has enough magnesium, there could be another cause for your plants and lawn dying. | Do not use soil from your yard or garden because it may not have the nutrients necessary to grow potted plants. Garden soil may be the wrong consistency or have germs or fungi that may weaken or kill your plants. | While a little bit of excess potassium in the soil won't hurt your plants, too much can make it harder for your plants to absorb the magnesium they need. | If your lawn doesn't respond well to fertilizer, test your soil or take soil samples and send them to a soil testing lab. Your soil may be low in phosphorus, iron, or other nutrients. If that sounds like too much trouble, switch to a balanced fertilizer (three equal numbers), and do not leave grass clippings on your lawn. | 0 |
2,535 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Avoid Getting Chicken Pox While Helping an Infected Person | xxx | If you or other loved ones are diagnosed with whooping cough, it's important to treat the infection with both antibiotics and holistic treatments to limit the risk of spreading the infection to your baby. | If you are an adult or have a weakened immune system, you should practice consistent and cautious care around someone with chickenpox as the consequences are dangerous and possibly life-threatening. | If you are caring for someone who is immunocompromised, make sure you get vaccinated for that person's protection. He may not be well enough to receive the flu shot, so all persons around them must be vaccinated to protect him. | If you think you are sick, stay home unless you are elderly, a young child, pregnant, or have a weakened immune system, in which cases you should go to the doctor. | 1 |
2,536 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Reclaim Admin Rights to a Facebook Page | xxx | Have you already given access to third party apps on your accounts? You can often revoke these using the tools on each site. For example, Twitter provides a "Revoke Access" link under Account Settings --> Connections. | Due to the sensitive nature of account validation and disputes like these, Facebook may not give you access to your Page unless you can provide adequate proof. | Due to Facebook's stringent security, you may not be able to access the account for which you're searching. | Do not install any third party app on your Facebook profile to determine relationship statuses as no app has permission to trump Facebook privacy settings. Such apps may steal your profile information. | 1 |
2,537 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Program a DirecTV Genie Remote | xxx | Common Genie remote problems stem from low (or non-existent) battery life. Try replacing the batteries in your remote if you're having difficulties programming or using the remote. | If you're having issues with your battery, you should try using a different charger first to isolate the problem. Most battery issues can be traced to using the wrong charger and/or charging cable. | If your wireless controller fails to power on or light up, try replacing the batteries and review the diagram inside the battery compartment to verify you're inserting the batteries correctly. | You can troubleshoot the majority of Wi-Fi issues by simply restarting your computer. If your computer isn't connecting due to software trouble, this will usually fix the problem. | 0 |
2,538 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Be a Hard Worker | xxx | Don't be afraid to make mistakes along the way. | You will die a lot but don't take it personally. Learn from your mistakes. | Don't be afraid to make and admit to mistakes. Remember, you can't learn unless you get it wrong! | Learn from your mistakes and don't make them again. | 3 |
2,539 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Clean Your Fingernails | xxx | Do not let your nails get excessive exposure to water/chemicals; such as cleaning supplies. | Be aware of your surroundings when cleaning. Windows, for example, may have wood trim that could be damaged by the cleaner you use, so don't let the cleaner drip onto it. | Avoid using harsh drain cleaners on your garbage disposal because these can damage the plastic parts inside. | Avoid wearing shoes inside to help cut down on how quickly your floors become dirty. | 0 |
2,540 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Prepare for a PhD as an Undergraduate | xxx | Hold out for a top choice, instead of settling for a program that doesn't meet your needs. If you don't get in one year, wait and try again. | If you do not receive a bid, try not to be disheartened. You can always go through rush again the next year, or you may find that sorority life is not the best fit for you. | If you don't get into a top college of your choice, go somewhere else. If you find that you're unsatisfied with your choice, work hard for the first semester and apply to transfer to a top college. | The medical field can be very competitive, but don't give up if you are unable to meet a goal right away. Reapply for schools, retake tests, and otherwise keep searching for new opportunities. | 0 |
2,541 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Hang Clothes on a Balcony | xxx | After going through your closet and separating your clothes, take the old clothes that don't fit and donate them. | Don't leave things lying around on your closet floor. Put clean clothes back in your closet and put towels and dirty clothes in the place where you keep clothing that needs to be washed. | Fold your clothes as soon as you take them off the clothes rack so they are ready to put away. | Whenever you do laundry, do not keep your clothes, especially t-shirts, in a basket for a long time. If you do, the clothes will get wrinkled. Instead, flatten the clothes right away by folding or hanging them and placing in storage straight away. | 2 |
2,542 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Keep Food Off Your Mind | xxx | Try to stick to a normal meal schedule. Although it can be a lot harder to eat on a regular basis instead of sporadically when traveling, try not to go too long without eating. When you wait too long to eat, your body goes into survival mode and stores your calories as fat. | Mix up your snack choices. If you are trying to develop a routine of healthy eating, one good way to stay on track is to mix it up. Don't force yourself to eat the same snack every single day or you will quickly get bored with it. | If you cave in and snack occasionally, don't beat yourself up about it! Changing your eating habits is hard and keeping your mind off of food is a process. | Don't stress over every diet misstep. Reducing calories and changing your diet is extremely difficult at first. If you eat a cookie or make a bad choice when out with friends, don't stress. Make better choices the next day and learn from your mistakes. Never give up! | 2 |
2,543 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Connect an Ammeter | xxx | Always be aware of how you're wiring an ammeter. Wiring it in parallel, or outside of, the circuit will cause it to burn out. | Buy a voltmeter to check connections. A voltmeter tests the current running through your components at any point in the circuit. They're inexpensive, and will help you know whether any of your components are faulty or if pieces aren't connected properly, in which case, current won't flow. | Even if you conclude the alternator is not working, the problem may originate elsewhere. You may have a blown fuse, a bad relay, wiring, or a defective voltage regulator, for example. | Be careful about using an old (or new in some cases) AC-DC adapter because its voltage and amp output could be wildly erratic, in which case, it may damage your device. Test it beforehand with a multi-meter. | 0 |
2,544 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Free a Frozen Parking Brake | xxx | If the temperature is going to be below 32 °F (0 °C) for extended periods of time, it may be advisable to avoid using the parking brake if this can be done safely. | Electric shocks are most common when the air is dry, which is often in the winter. Take extra precaution during this time of year. | It's a good idea to turn your car off when you know you'll be stopped for a long period of time (e.g. waiting to pick up someone at the airport). Generally, turning your car off at stop lights isn't helpful since you're typically only stopped for no more than 2 minutes. | It's far better to avoid getting your vehicle in a hydroplaning situation in the first place by making sure your tires are in good condition, and by driving slowly throughout wet conditions. As a general rule of thumb, you should slow your speed by at least one-third during extremely rainy days. | 0 |
2,545 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Calculate Speed | xxx | Another handy tool is this automatic rounding calculator, which can help when you're working with big numbers. | If you're looking for a quick way to do the calculus for advanced speed calculations, use the online derivative calculator here and the online integral calculator here. | If your system of equations is very complicated, with many variables, you may be able to use a graphing calculator instead of doing the work by hand. For information on this, see Use a Graphing Calculator to Solve a System of Equations. | You can use the exponent function on a scientific calculator to make the job even faster. | 1 |
2,546 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Cite Manuals | xxx | If you're trying to determine the genre of an existing book, read the blurbs on the back cover, dust jacket, or inside near the front. The copyright page often includes categorization information as well. | You don't have to include a retrieval or access date in your reference entry anymore. In prior editions of the APA style guide, you needed to include the date you accessed the website. | If you're having a hard time figuring out when the manual was published, look for the copyright page. Use the copyright year as the year of publication. | Inevitably, you'll come across a PDF file that won't conform to the examples above. Either the author's name won't be listed or the document itself won't be an ebook or a journal article. You'll need to consult a more exhaustive source. Purdue's writing website is a one-stop-shop for all your citation needs. Alternately, you can check out the print copy of your style guide at a library. | 2 |
2,547 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Prevent Sinus Infections | xxx | Under rare circumstances, bleeding gums can be a cause of other serious medical conditions, including bleeding or clotting disorders, diabetes, heart disease, or scurvy. Talk with your dentist immediately if you suspect any of these conditions. | Many of the symptoms of CSF rhinorrhea can have other causes, such as sinusitis, migraines, an ear infection, or a common cold. It's important to get a proper diagnosis from your doctor so you can treat the cause of your symptoms effectively. | Chronic coughing or mucus production for at least three months may be a sign of chronic bronchitis, a chronic inflammatory condition of the lungs, caused by swollen and irritated respiratory passages. If you experience these symptoms, check with a doctor for a diagnosis. | You're at risk for chronic sinusitis if you have nasal growths (polyps), allergies or recurring respiratory tract infections or if they last longer than six months. | 3 |
2,548 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Increase Water Pressure in a Toilet | xxx | Get in the habit of inspecting and replacing the flushing mechanisms of each toilet in your home regularly to catch potential water flow issues. | Test your sprinkler head after cleaning to ensure it is working properly. If buildup is still interfering with its function, repeat the cleaning procedures. | Clean your toilet regularly to prevent buildup. Use a toilet brush to scrub the jets on the side of the bowl. | Regularly deep-cleaning all accessible parts of the toilet will ensure that water is able to flow freely through it. | 3 |
2,549 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | React to Upsetting Posts Online | xxx | Avoid sharing more than five tweets posted per hour, especially when promoting yourself or your business. Scheduling and posting multiple tweets within a short period of time can result in your Twitter account being flagged as spam, and lead to the suspension or blocking of your account. | If you want someone to be completely unable to view your profile and posts on mutual friends' pages, block them instead. | If you decide to make your blog public, make sure to re-read every post and delete names or events that might insult someone else. | If you find upsetting comments or posts on a website, blog, or forum that you manage, you can always just delete them. | 3 |
2,550 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get Rid of Pimples with Aloe Vera Gel | xxx | Products such as aloe vera gel and charcoal-based soap can help cleanse the area and reduce oils. Repeated application will help prevent spots and pimples as well. | Talk to your doctor before using Nystatin cream on your genitals. Most Nystatin cream is formulated for external use and should not be used vaginally. However, a special over-the-counter version of Nystatin is available for vaginal yeast infections. | Both pregnancy and acne medication increases sun sensitivity. Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or better. Products with zinc or titanium are safer than products with oxybenzone. | Aloe vera gel works best in conjunction with other acne treatment. To get the maximum benefit, combine it with regular face washing and topical cream specifically for acne. | 3 |
2,551 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Grow Lettuce in a Pot | xxx | Some seeds may work best if sprouted before planting. Sprouting encourages faster growth, and in some cases, more rigorous/bountiful growth.Seeds that do well with sprouting first include oats, rye, wheat, alfalfa and barley.Transplant to the garden the sprouts are about 2-5cm/1.5-2 inches tall. | Leaf-type lettuce, which sprouts loose leaves instead of thick heads, is generally easier to grow and faster to mature than head-type lettuce. | When harvesting your lettuce, pull or cut the leaves during the cooler morning temperatures. This will ensure your leaves remain crisp. | Full heads of lettuce generally keep longer than pre-cut leaves, but careful storage can lead to longer-lasting leaves. | 1 |
2,552 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make an Insulated Cat House | xxx | A plastic cat house may get too warm in the heat of summer sun. If it gets hot enough to burn a cat's fur or skin, be sure to take it inside until the next winter. | If you bring your cat to the vet during the winter, place a hot water bottle in its carrier or heat a blanket or cat bed in the dryer for the trip. | If your home does not have much natural light, you can still keep your cat warm by purchasing a heated cat bed. These can be purchased at a local pet supply store. | If you have indoor heat on during the winter, it is normal for your dog to continue shedding heavily. | 0 |
2,553 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Float on Your Back | xxx | If your fly is small, be careful with using a water source, flies are so fragile they can easily drown within seconds. | Make sure you can swim before trying to float. It will help to improve your sense of balance and gives you confidence if you feel yourself falling. | If you need to, use flotation devices. They can get you used to floating in the water. | For emergencies, keep a portable water filter, like a Lifestraw, on hand. These can be used to filter bacteria out of water without the use of heat. | 1 |
2,554 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Adopt a Baby from China | xxx | Before you accept a job, make sure you know how much you'll be paid and the exact amount of time the child will be in your care. | Before you travel to China, find out if your employer offers any adoption incentives, such as paid time off after you've adopted a child. | If you have trouble immigrating to the United States, then you can also hire an immigration attorney to help you with your paperwork and fees. | 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 |
2,555 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Rig Live Bait | xxx | When you're adding a new guppy to your tank, make sure you float the fish bag in the tank for 15-30 minutes first to acclimate the fish to the new water temperature. | If your bait is dying before you catch anything, try placing the fish hook in a different spot in the live bait. Also make sure your bait tank is filled with water that's at a similar temperature to where you're fishing. | When fishing live shrimp, use the smallest, lightest hook you can get away with for the species of fish you're after to allow the shrimp to swim as freely as possible for as long as possible. Generally, the harder the fish's mouth, the larger and stronger the hook needs to be, and you may also prefer a treble hook to a single hook in such cases. Typically, you won't need to use anything larger than a 3/0 or 4/0 hook. | Before you decide on a new fish to add to an existing tank be sure the species is compatible with the fish you already have. Some are more territorial than others and some will fin nip or bully. Keep an eye on them in the first couple of days to make sure this isn't happening to the new addition. | 1 |
2,556 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Ice Cubes with an Ice Tray | xxx | If you are using "egg ice cubes" in a recipe but aren't sure how much egg each cube contains, measure the ice tray compartments. Do this by filling one compartment of the ice tray with water from a teaspoon (or mL) measurement until it is full. | If you don't have a thermometer, use a spoon to drop tiny amounts of molten sugar into ice water every few minutes. When the drops form hard threads or balls that you can bend and is not sticky, remove from heat. This is called the ball stage. | Use a dessert spoon to measure 2 teaspoons if you don't have measuring spoons. Identify a dessert spoon by its oval bowl, as opposed to a soup spoon that has a rounded bowl. | If you don't have an ice cube tray, improvise. For example, use a small cup, a measuring spoon, a silicone cake or chocolate mold, etc. | 3 |
2,557 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Toast in an Oven | xxx | If you are cutting homemade bread, let the bread cool before you cut it. Freshly-baked bread can be fragile and fall apart easily. | Old bread should never go to waste. It will make fantastic French toast or bread pudding. Both really are better with stale bread a day or so old. | Keep in mind that white bread toasts faster than whole-grain bread. | Keep in mind that French bread will last longer than a French baguette, so if you want to store the bread for 1 to 2 days without freezing it, you may want to get the French bread. | 2 |
2,558 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get Rid of Chicken Mites | xxx | Ask your veterinarian for additional advice if your cat is absolutely resistant to getting eye drops. | Talk to your veterinarian about tick control methods. | Ask your veterinarian for a medication which can kill chicken mites. | If you think your chicken is sick, contact a veterinarian to have it examined. | 2 |
2,559 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Fresh Mango Juice | xxx | If you can't find Vietnamese mint cuttings at nearby plant nurseries, try looking for it at Asian grocery stores. You can also buy Vietnamese mint cuttings online. | If you can't find fresh mangoes in season, check your store's freezer case. You should be able to find frozen bags of mango chunks. | Lots of grocery stores have fresh salad bars that display different kinds of olives. Visit yours to get a sample of several different varieties without having to commit to buying an entire jar. | If you're having trouble locating some of the ingredients, try looking at a health food store in the bulk section or in an Indian food market. If all else fails, many ingredients can be ordered online. | 1 |
2,560 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Cover Skin Flaws With Makeup | xxx | Although some skin sagging is inevitable, you can help control it to some extent by taking good care of your skin starting as early on as possible. Wear a sunscreen on your face every day to protect it from sun damage, which is perhaps the biggest contributor to skin aging. Additionally, you can refrain from smoking and drinking too much alcohol, maintain a healthy diet, and drink plenty of water to keep your skin looking great. | If you have pimples that you are trying to cover up, make sure that you are doing the work underneath the makeup to improve your skin as well. Eat healthy food, drink more water, exercise, avoid junk and processed sugars, stick to a daily skin care routine that works for you, etc. | Using natural makeup is healthier for your skin and can reduce blemishes. In fact, the mineral foundation doesn't clog your pores and is actually good for your skin, so you may want to invest in a good brand, but make sure to put a bit of the makeup on the back of your hand for 48 hours to make sure you are not allergic. | Regardless of your eye color, eyes look best when they are clear and healthy. If your eyes are dry, apply some eye drops to help refresh them, and make sure you get enough sleep so that your eyes will not be red and puffy! Also make sure that you eat a well-balanced diet as this can affect the health of your eyes as well. | 1 |
2,561 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Pick Up a Girl in a Club | xxx | Avoid having a conversation with someone in front of other people. Wait until they're available to talk and meet with them in private. | Snag your parent's attention when they have ample amount of time to sit and talk with you, and they are in a good mood. | Don't feel like you have to spend the whole evening talking to one woman. She's there to be with other people too. Spend time with your friends as well and ask her to dance. | Realize that silence may be OK when you are around a shy boy. Encourage conversation if you want, but don't feel like you have to fill every moment with chatter. | 2 |
2,562 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Recognize Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever Symptoms | xxx | Take precautions to avoid future tick bites. Wear long pants and a long-sleeve shirt when hiking in an area where deer ticks are likely. Before going camping, hiking, or spending time in an area where deer ticks may be, apply a bug and tick repellent that contains DEET. | Take precautions to avoid tick bites when outside in areas where ticks that carry Rocky Mountain spotted fever or Lyme disease are common. | You can use tick pesticides to reduce the number of ticks in your yard. However, don't rely on pesticides to prevent Lyme disease. You should still check yourself for ticks whenever you come in from outside. | Ticks frequently bite dogs. If you've taken your dog on a hiking or camping trip with you, check it for ticks after you check yourself. Dogs are also susceptible to many of the diseases that ticks carry, and symptoms are hard to detect until the illnesses are advanced. | 1 |
2,563 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Harvest Cinnamon | xxx | Allow your weed eater cool before you store it after each use. | Keep colored salt in an airtight container when not in use. Make sure that the lid is on firmly, to prevent spilling it. | Be sure to tightly seal the bag or close tin after each use. | Keep spice containers tightly closed after each use. | 3 |
2,564 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Separate Salt from Water | xxx | Don't use seawater unless you have to. In addition to salt, it can also contain minerals, organic matter, and other contaminants that can make it harder to purify completely. | Add lanthanum chloride to your tank to eliminate algae-causing phosphates. It turns phosphates into an insoluble compound, creating a cloudy substance in your water which you can easily filter out. | A basic home treatment for grey water involves a tank so large particles can settle; chlorine or iodine to disinfect it; and various filters to reduce contaminants. This is just an initial treatment to reduce potential harm in grey water purposes. It does not make the grey water safe to drink. | It is important to replenish electrolytes in addition to plain water. Either use a hydration mix that contains electrolytes or make sure you eat salty snacks. | 0 |
2,565 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Style Short Hair for Girls | xxx | These styles work best with unwashed hair. If you just washed your hair, consider adding a texturizing spray or mousse to it. | If your hair is thin, apply some volumizing mousse or dry shampoo to the roots. | Using hairspray, mousse or gel can help if your hair is particularly unruly or needs smoothing down. | If your hair is very smooth and slippery, add texture to it with a texturizing spray or mousse before you start braiding. | 2 |
2,566 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Invest in Property | xxx | If you are having trouble deciding, consider hiring a professional to help you pick and install your flooring. Visit a home supply store, and an associate can help! | If you don't have the knowledge or ability to fix your home, ask for help. Ask your neighbors to lend a hand, other family members, or dial a handyman company that is good at fixing things for a reasonable price. Use qualified, reputable plumbers and electricians for all electrical and plumbing work. | Consider having professionals install your cabinets, flooring, and appliances so they satisfy your local building codes and the job is done properly. | You can remodel a kitchen cheaply by finding a company that makes wood cabinets and installing them yourself or hiring a handyman to do so. Hiring a remodeling company to do the work is a more expensive proposition. Be sure to check the contractor's license and references. Make sure that they are properly insured as well. | 3 |
2,567 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Reese's Peanut Butter Cups at Home | xxx | You can substitute any kind of nut butter for the peanut butter in these recipes. | The "hard and fast" part of this recipe is the ratio of oatmeal to egg to water for the perfect combination of crunchy and chewy. The rest is all up to you. More or less sugar. More and no raisins. Other spices, etc. | Make a mixed nut butter using an equal combination of cashews and peanuts, and follow the instructions above. | Try substituting another nut butter (such as almond or cashew butter) for the peanut butter. | 3 |
2,568 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Organize a Shop | xxx | Find a storage system that works for you! You may need something that lets you see all your options easily, or you may be satisfied with keeping your extensions out of site. | When setting your items for sale, try making them cheap. That way, you still get money, and customers want to buy your items. | Go to each different store and write down what you want from the catalog and how much it is. Then work through the list, getting each item one at a time until you have everything you want! This makes the cost seem smaller and helps you organise. You'll also be more motivated to earn money because you have a goal to work towards! | Store items based on what's useful for you. What works for someone else may not be the best system for you, as everyone uses their shop differently. | 3 |
2,569 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Be Funny Texting a Girl | xxx | If she doesn't text back right away, don't take it personally! She might just be busy with other things. | Don't overdo the conversation if she doesn't reply for a while. Send a maximum of three messages. | Don't “act” busy. If she responds, don't ever say you've got to go, bye, or try to hook her like that; don't pretend anything, ever. If she responds, great. If she hasn't responded after a few days and the anticipation becomes too strong (you'll feel it after a few days), just message her again. Usually, it's best to message again after a few days. | If the person is not engaging with you in conversation, try to have them call you and see how things go. If they don't have time for anything other than dry texting, you're better off with someone else. | 0 |
2,570 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Identify Worms in a Cat | xxx | If your dog is throwing up in the morning before breakfast, it may be because the time between dinner and breakfast is too long. Try splitting dinner into two separate time, one at the normal dinner time and the other right before bedtime. This will leave food in your dog's stomach throughout the night, and it should prevent or at least minimize the morning vomiting. | Night terrors are most common in children. It is important to see a doctor if night terrors become more frequent, disrupt the sleep of family members, cause you or your child to fear sleeping, or lead to dangerous behaviors (such as getting out of bed and walking around the house) or injury. | A cat with a swollen belly, little body fat and has not been wormed in the past six months is suspicious of carrying a high worm burden. However, medical conditions can also cause these signs, so if in doubt, check in with a veterinarian. | Feeding your bird about 30 minutes before bedtime can sometimes lower the likelihood of night frights. | 2 |
2,571 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Keep Cats out of Rooms | xxx | When presented with a cat with a bald patch the first thing a veterinarian does is to pluck a sample of hairs from the edge of the area, and look at them under a microscope. The majority of the time, hair loss is due to the cat over-grooming (for whatever reason) and his rasp-like tongue breaks the hair shafts near the root and gives the appearance of hair loss. In fact, the hair is growing fine but is being licked away. In cases where the hair is undamaged but has fallen out, an underlying medical condition is likely. | The first thing a kitten experiences is its mother washing its hair and face with her tongue. In a way, when your cat attends to your hair it is showing you that it accepts you as a fellow feline. | If you are massaging or scratching your cat when its lying down, it may stretch out (if it isn't already) to show that it is comfortable with what you are doing. This is often accompanied with purring. The cat also may "smile" by squinting its eyes at you. This is a sign that your cat is enjoying the current attention from you. | Block your cat from a room where it has peed outside its litter box. This is behavior from a cat that feels stressed in some way, and it is preferable to get to the root of why the cat is seeking to reassure itself in this manner. In the meantime keep the cat out of the room and provide a Feliway diffuser, which releases calming pheromones, to help the cat calm down. | 3 |
2,572 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Style Layered Long Hair | xxx | Style your hair in different ways. Some popular styles include braids, curls, messy buns, neat buns, tight ponytails, or just natural hair down. | Loosen up your ponytails, buns, and braids to prevent damaging your hair's roots or encouraging split ends. | Once you practice and get comfortable with working with 4 strands of hair, you can move on to more difficult styles of 4-strand braids like side braids, ponytail braids, or French braids. | You can do the same styles on layered hair as you would on non-layered hair, such as ponytails, braids, and buns. | 3 |
2,573 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Calculate Your Body Mass Index (BMI) | xxx | Eliminating starch from your diet will not always result in weight loss or better control of blood sugars. Remember, it's a combination of an overall healthy diet, exercise and positive lifestyle choices that can help you maintain good health. | You are also at a greater risk for insulin resistance if you are overweight or obese according to the Body Mass Index (BMI) charts. You are considered overweight if you have a BMI over 25, and you are obese if your BMI is over 36. Losing weight can reduce this risk. | Maintaining a healthy weight is perhaps the single most important step you can take toward optimal health and long life. Knowing your BMI can help you determine if weight loss would be recommended for you. Remember a BMI over 25 indicates you are over weight and a BMI of 30 indicates obesity, which is a serious health risk. | It is important to take your body composition into consideration when deciding how much you want to lower your BMI. Remember that muscle weighs more than fat and, therefore, an extremely muscular person will naturally have a higher BMI than someone of the same size who has less muscle. | 2 |
2,574 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Cut Radishes | xxx | Chia seeds and sprouts are usually edible. Check the packaging to make sure that your seeds are of edible grade. This way, if you have some of the soaked seeds left over, you can add them to a smoothie or use the sprouts in sandwiches and salads. | If you'd like to cut the radishes ahead of time, place the cut radishes in cold water for up to 2 hours. | If the cuticles are difficult to push back, apply some cuticle oil and/or soak your fingers in a bowl of warm water for 3 minutes. | If the slime is too sticky put the slime in hot water for 5-10minutes to sit then kneed it. | 1 |
2,575 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Tell a Guy You Love Him | xxx | Assess your relationship before doing anything drastic. Are you in the stable stage? The romantic stage? The power-struggle stage? Even if you're confident that what you feel is real, saying so while the relationship is immature can ruin a beautiful thing, especially since guys tend to be skittish about the L-word. | Let go of any neediness you might have. Neediness is a precursor to obsessiveness, and obsessiveness is creepy. Needy people are imbalanced and unstable people because their happiness hinges too greatly on someone else, rather than a stable sense of self-worth. If you're projecting a vibe that you'll be devastated if a person doesn't want to be your friend or romantic partner, the lightheartedness that makes flirting fun will be extinguished. | To minimize the risk of ever having to dump (or be dumped) by a long-term partner due to sexual incompatibility issues, when you start a new relationship, be open from the beginning about what turns you on, and the type of relationship you want both now and in the long run (e.g., "Polyamory is not just a phase for me - I want to be poly when I am married with kids, retired, etc."). If you find your partner is unresponsive to your requests over time, pressures you to change in ways you are unable or unwilling to, and you have a hard time imagining being satisfied over the long haul with the sexual-status-quo of your relationship, you will likely save both you and your partner a lot of heartbreak by leaving sooner rather than later. | There's a difference between appreciating a love-interest and worshiping a love-interest. We're all human! By putting someone on a pedestal, you're not only fostering an unhealthy balance in the relationship, but you're also creating a set of unrealistic expectations. That kind of pressure can make someone feel unable to be at ease around you. | 0 |
2,576 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Start Creating Music | xxx | Take music or instrument lessons to help you improve your technique and songwriting skills. | Familiarize yourself with the basics of music theory before you try to learn a song by ear. Doing ear training exercises can also be helpful. | Take tambourine lessons from a musician to improve your technique on a professional level. | Take guitar lessons to gain some knowledge and learn basic guitar skills. | 0 |
2,577 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Socialize a Puppy from a One Pup Litter | xxx | Consider enrolling your puppy in a puppy-specific class at your local pet store or training center. This will help you both learn new behaviors in productive ways, and it allows your puppy to start socializing. | Socializing your Havanese is important for his overall development. It involves introducing him to new people and experiences. Puppies that are well socialized will grow into confident adult dogs. | Positive reinforcement is the best way to train a cat. Rewarding your cat with treats, playtime, or petting when it does something right will help reinforce the good behavior. | Give your puppy treats while it's being socialized. This positive reinforcement will help your pup form positive associations with meeting and playing with other pets, people, and outside settings. | 3 |
2,578 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Pecan Log Roll | xxx | For extra-special fudge, melt some white chocolate and drizzle it over the fudge while it's in the pan. | Add a handful of dried cranberries into the macaroon mixture before rolling it into balls and baking it. Drizzle melted white chocolate over the macaroons after they have finished baking and cooling. | Make your muffins even more decadent by drizzling them with chocolate fudge and adding sliced strawberries on top when you serve them. | Make the pecan log rolls even more decadent by drizzling melted chocolate over them after the caramel has set. | 3 |
2,579 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Clean a Phone Speaker | 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. | If you are still having trouble with your charging port after cleaning it, there could be a problem with the cable you're using. Try another cable. If that doesn't help, take your device to a service center. | If you're still having trouble with your speakers after cleaning them, bring your phone to a repair shop. | If you're uncomfortable doing electrical repairs or notice damaged wires inside your outlet, contact an electrician to fix the outlet for you. | 2 |
2,580 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Sit in the Saddle When Riding | xxx | Make sure you keep your heels pointed down at all times, even when not using stirrups. This will increase your centered balance and will help keep your weight back. With your weight back, you'll have a better chance of staying on if the horse should rear or buck. | Don't post off the stirrups, use your calf and lower thigh muscles to help you. Keep your heels down and try not to move your lower leg at all. If you need help with this, try posting without stirrups. Good riders don't need them! | Make sure the saddle is on extra tight if you know your horse tends to buck. While a horse is bucking you might fall off. While riding Western there is a horn on the saddle. Don't be afraid to hold onto it. But be sure to keep a good grip on the reins too. | Make sure your stirrups are the right length by standing up in the saddle. Your hand (held flat) should be able to fit between the saddle and your rear end. | 3 |
2,581 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Get Your Boyfriend Back When He Broke Up with You | xxx | Share your celebration and love for the ocean with your friends by inviting them to your events, talking to them about marine environmental issues, or sharing pictures and information on social media. | Take your time and have fun as you decorate your plate! You could even upload photos of your creations to Pinterest or Instagram to inspire others, too. | Take pictures of your food and share them on social networking sites. Spread the word to your family and friends about them. | Take photos of your adventures and post them on social media. Show him that you're having fun without him. | 3 |
2,582 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Be a Better Volleyball Player | xxx | Try not to kill too many opposing players on the initial run for the flag. It breaks up your offence and the players respawn within 30 seconds or less. That means that they're in range when your flag carrier is trying to get back across the field. | If you get hit with a paintball, be courteous about it. Don't wipe the paint off and say you didn't get hit. It will make the game less fun for everybody and can lead to the other team getting frustrated and angry when they know that they shot you. | Be ready to get the ball after a shot, so your opponent won't reach for it to take another shot. | Always cheer up your teammates when they also shank a ball, so the whole team doesn't get down. | 3 |
2,583 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Come Out As Gay or Lesbian | xxx | Don't be afraid to show your partner or spouse in public/around parents. This is your choice and your life, and you have to be confident in your relationship. | Be prepared for rejection. Since depression clouds judgment, your advice and help may not be accepted. Try your best not to get angry or take it personally. It is also best not to try to give advice; it may be well-intended but advice always comes from a position of supposed superiority and if you don't really know what they're going through, it's hard to make guesses about what's best for them "in your experience". Stick to the facts, the medical advice, and the things you know that your spouse will respond to. | Don't worry about what others think; what is important is that you are true to yourself and considerate of others - that doesn't mean you need to cater to the sensibilities of others. If a friend or a member of your family is having trouble coming to terms with your orientation, you may have to give them time and be patient, or in the long term face the end of that friendship. | Know that ultimately the baby name is between you and your partner. Other people's advice may not be asked for, but it also does not have to be listened to. | 0 |
2,584 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Introduce Changes in Workplace Procedures | xxx | Remember to generate excitement. Use promotions as an opportunity to inspire and motivate employees. Not everyone will see this as a positive change, especially if it means their daily work lives will change in some way. Take the opportunity to prove that growth and advancement is possible within the company. | Encourage flexibility in the workplace. The better your employees adapt to change, the easier this process will be for everyone. | Tell your employees about the new performance management system. Explain why this change needed to take place and how it will help them as a staff member and the organization as a whole. | It's important for everyone in the workplace, including older workers, to remain knowledgeable about the career field. Recognize the importance of continuing educations and adapt to career field changes. | 1 |
2,585 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Check Your Metrocard Balance | xxx | If a city has multiple postcodes, narrow down your choices. Try to choose the one you think is correct. | Although they may share the same name, every city's Metrocard system is different. Make sure you read the right instructions for your city so you can check your card's balance correctly. | Flashcards can help you remember your numbers. Write the numeral on one side of the card, and the French word for the number on the other side. Make sure you can't see through the card! Look at the number, then say the French word for the number. Turn it over to see if you're correct. Cycle through your flashcards until you're confident of your answer without having to check it. | Because you don't need to catch a train or bus to school every morning like many other students, many states or cities make you unable to get a student pass for this transport. Acquiring transport pass of some sort (for example, like an Oyster Card in London or an Opal Card in Sydney), makes life a lot easier when travelling. | 1 |
2,586 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Tie a Sarong | xxx | If you have a very large scarf, you can wear your scarf as a shawl or a skirt. | For a lacier look to the shawl, use a larger hook. | If the sarong you purchase has ties, then lightly pull on the ties until the sarong fits tightly and comfortably around your waist. | To use the sarong as a shawl, simply drape the material over the shoulders. | 3 |
2,587 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Clean Marble Tile | xxx | Slate floors also can be dry-mopped daily in between polishing. Use a good quality dust mop that is not oil based. Oil will saturate the slate and dull its surface. | Cultured marble is stronger than natural marble, but it too can stain and etch. Clean cultured marble in the same way as natural stone marble. | DO NOT use vinegar on marble or natural stone. The acidity of the vinegar can damage the finish. | 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. | 1 |
2,588 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Develop Your Personal Elevator Pitch | xxx | Strong communication skills are an asset in the workplace. It's important to be aware of how you're likely to be perceived, even when you're just typing up a short response. | Look at the person you're speaking to. If you're used to staring at your feet, this can be a hard habit to break, but it's crucial for showing others that you're actually paying attention. | Concentrate on difficult situations. It's most important to make sure your body language is clear in interactions with people you don't know very well. These situations (first dates or job interviews, for example) may merit some special attention. | Don't act self-centered. There's a difference between sounding confident and sounding like you believe everyone is beneath you. Asking your listener questions and acting genuinely interested in their responses is a good way to avoid this. | 3 |
2,589 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Make Buttercream Filling | xxx | The consistency of the butter cream should be light and fluffy. If your buttercream is stiff it won't stick and it will look very chunky. | Almost all buttermilk that you buy from the store is cultured—it's skim milk with added bacteria and citric acid to give it a tangy flavor. Traditional buttermilk is the thin liquid that's leftover from making butter. | Don't be impatient and melt the butter. Using cold, chunky butter is key to getting the ideal consistency. | The butter needs to be smooth before you add the rest of the ingredients, otherwise the buttercream won't be smooth once it is finished. | 3 |
2,590 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Recycle Cardboard Boxes in New York City | xxx | If none of these methods work for you, or if you cannot find the blocked number, call the customer service number on your last billing statement. From there you should be able to inquire with a representative about whether the number is blocked and why calls may not be coming through. | If you think that Sanitation missed a collection, you can call 311 the day afterward, starting at 8 am, and request a collection service. | Before Digging, make sure to call 811 Nationwide for your state's OneCall services which will notify all utility companies for you to mark any underground lines. Failure to do this can result in financial penalties for disrupted services or even death. Play it safe, call 811. | Call GE Customer Service at 1-800-432-2737 if you have tried resetting the electricity, repeating the self-cleaning cycle and manually flipping the switch. They can schedule a time for a repairman to visit your home. | 1 |
2,591 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Deal With Deja Vu | xxx | Try new things. Sometimes, something can smell or look unpleasant, but that doesn't mean it is. | Trust is the most important thing when it comes to a relationship with a horse. | Try to remember that friendships often change over the years and it isn't always a bad thing. | Embrace it! Deja vu isn't necessarily a bad thing. | 3 |
2,592 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Teach an Autistic College Student | xxx | Consider alternative testing methods if your student struggles to succeed. For example, if the student participates knowledgeably in class discussions but fails a test on the material, it may be that the test format was the problem. In that case, you could invite them to office hours and ask them the test questions verbally, and they might find it easier to show their mastery of the material through a dialogue. | If you are teaching a class, there are premade lesson plans available on the internet to help you prepare classroom techniques for the parts of speech. | If an auditory student understands a concept before the rest of the class, allow him/her to teach a lesson, to the whole class, or just a group of other auditory learners. | A child should be clear with the words he/she reads and should understand the meaning of the word. A teacher/parent should first make a child learn phonics and the basics. | 0 |
2,593 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Baste Fabric | xxx | Use gentle pressure whenever you're cleaning and polishing the fine scratches so they don't get any deeper. | Once your boots are stretched out, use rolled-up towels to help them keep their shape when they're not being worn. | Keep your stitches far apart so they're easy to pick out once you're done. | Make sure you cast on loosely so that the stitches stretch when you put your hand through, otherwise it'll be a tight fit. | 2 |
2,594 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Style a Lob | xxx | Use accessories or an updo to hide grease. Try clips to twist pieces of hair away from your face, or do your hair in a ponytail or messy bun after adding some dry shampoo. | Create a new look by dyeing your hair or adding highlights. | Consider adding blonde highlights after you are done. This will help bring out the undertones in your hair and make your dye job look more natural. | Use a sheen spray after hot combing the hair to create a glossier look. | 1 |
2,595 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Feed Baby Rabbits | xxx | Note that airlines will not accept a sedated animal because it is more difficult to know if it is experiencing any health problems, including heat stroke. If you are making a long drive to the airport with your cat do not give it a sedative as it will not be able to fly. Instead, Rescue Remedy is an acceptable calming alternative as the animal remains fully alert. | Whichever method you choose, have everything ready to hand before you start. It is frustrating if you restrain the cat, only to discover the drops are in another room with the lid is still on. | You should wait until day if you're being attacked by a zombie. This will cause it to burn to death. If you are fighting it in the day, try to lead it into sunlight. | Only handle a wild rabbit when you are feeding or you will put it into shock and it is potentially fatal. | 3 |
2,596 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Use Life Hacks | xxx | These life hacks are by no means the only life hacks out there. Do not be limited by the ones listed here. Make up your own! | Medics, perhaps even more than the other classes, need to know where the health kits are located in each level. Don't be afraid to keep them to yourself (with reason). | Always follow the neopets rules, you don't want to get frozen! Neopets users are not sympathetic to those who are frozen. Neopets is not a site for rebellion. | They don't actually hack them, they crack them. They do an account search and use common passwords in an account cracker to get the accounts. You have to take this seriously, it's a lot easier to "hack" accounts than you think. Stay protected! | 0 |
2,597 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Go to a Skatepark | xxx | Start middle school knowing at least one person. If you don't know anyone, ask some other friends if they do; if not, try to be nice and make friends the first day. | Grab a friend to attend a social gathering with you. This is especially helpful for gatherings with people you have never met before, or hardly know. Just make sure this friend can be just as confident in appearance as you. | Take a friend along on your first few times to a park. It's nice to have someone you know there when you don't know anyone else. | It's always a good idea to let a friend or family member know where you are before you head out for a date with someone you've never met before. | 2 |
2,598 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Ease Cystitis at Night | xxx | If you have an ear infection, wait for it to clear up before swimming. Your doctor may prescribe a course of antibiotics to help fight the infection. | Make sure to see a doctor if you suspect that you have an infection from any remedies you try. Signs of infection may include increased pain, swelling, redness, heat, or tenderness in the area around the wart, red streaks, pus or discharge, or a fever. | If your fungal infection has not cleared in 2 to 3 weeks, see your doctor for stronger medical treatments and to make sure that the rash isn't from something else, such as psoriasis or a bacterial infection. Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics if there may be a secondary bacterial infection from scratching. | If you believe you have cystitis, see your doctor immediately to get a proper diagnosis. They may prescribe antibiotics to treat the underlying infection, which can speed up your healing. | 3 |
2,599 | xxx | xxx | xxx | xxx | Divide a Room with Curtains | xxx | If you're not sure you want to use curtains to divide your room, you still have plenty of options! Create separate spaces within a larger room by arranging furniture in vignettes, for instance. You could also use screens, open bookcases, or partition walls to create dividers. | If you have limited space, you may need to get creative about where you display your books. For example, if you have a wide staircase, you can decorate it by placing a shadow box or floating shelf on the wall and place one or two favorites there. | If you want to avoid painting, you can decorate wood panel with bookshelves, drapes, or art instead. | Get creative when combining different decorations. For example, you could offset a simple patterned wallpaper with an ornate folding screen, then put up shelves to hold small mirrors and pieces of artwork. | 0 |
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